"No, no," Old Man Hua hastily said, waving his hand.
"There's no need for alarm, Village Chief Hua. I merely wish to meet you due to my admiration for your wisdom," said the county official, noticing Village Chief Hua's nervousness. He took a step back and spoke in a more affable tone, as though speaking to a next-door grandfather.
Upon hearing this, Old Man Hua dared to raise his head for a glance but was momentarily stunned. He thought to himself: As my son said, the county official is indeed young and remarkably handsome—almost too handsome, even prettier than a woman. Though his frame is somewhat slight, his presence is quite commanding, befitting his status as a county official. Nevertheless, he quickly lowered his head again.
Cautiously, Old Man Hua said, "I'm just an ordinary old man doing what I ought to do. I am not worthy of your praise; it's truly humbling."
