Jianghu People entered the inner courtyard one after another, gifts in hand.
The courtyard was vast, large enough to accommodate hundreds or even thousands of people without feeling crowded.
The space was now filled with round tables, each laden with exquisite delicacies.
The Marquis of Ren De, dressed in fine silks, was all smiles as he greeted his many guests and mingled among them.
The festive atmosphere was palpable. A constant din of voices rose and fell as a stream of magnificently dressed guests poured in. The scene was one of extraordinary liveliness.
The steward, also dressed in fine attire, was stroking his goatee as he took inventory of each guest's gift.
As the steward of Marquis Rende's Mansion, his status in Lingyun Dao was quite distinguished.
Even officials from the Government Office had to greet him politely upon seeing him.
The Jianghu People, in his presence, would address him respectfully as "Steward."
