"Clan leader, are you not happy?" Deeply absorbed in his thoughts, the clan leader did not notice the question. Tie Dan had to repeat the question twice to get his attention.
"I am happy." He forced a smile. He looked around and sighed before continuing, "After all, this is where I was born."
They passed by a huge mansion on their way. Hesitantly, the clan leader paused to look inside. The greenish copper gate was wide open, and there was a wall made with many bricks of green jade. On the wall, there was a painting depicting a large bird that appeared to be extending its wings in flight.
The mansion was obviously occupied. When the clan leader paused to look inside, the four guards at the gate quickly dismissed him. "Go away! Go away! This is the residence of the general. It is not meant for people like you."
