"Remaining in one place, we could be discovered by them within just a few years. Out of necessity, our entire clan had to move here, roaming the skies without rest, day in and day out. Only then could we finally settle down," the old man said, bowing humbly with clasped hands.
"Oh, you are quite modest indeed." The Crown Prince glanced at the old man and, with his hands clasped behind his back, walked towards the white jade tower behind him.
"I have already visited the Gao Family and the County Yamen. The words that needed to be said have been conveyed to the Gao Family."
Upon hearing this, the white-bearded old man trembled abruptly, and ripples uncontrollably emerged in his deep eyes, as profound as an ancient, dark pool.
"Thank you, Crown Prince, for your support. This old one will forever remember your great kindness." Without any hesitation, the white-bearded old man prostrated himself, kneeling and kowtowing resoundingly before the Crown Prince.
THUD, THUD, THUD—
