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Hosting Gu Hanyu naturally couldn't be done in their own small courtyard.
The Wang Family's Main Residence also has a proper hall for entertaining distinguished guests. As per custom, Gu Hanyu had already been invited into the main hall used for reception by the steward.
As soon as Wang Shouzhe walked into the Reception Hall, he immediately spotted the graceful silhouette seated on the guest seat.
She was a tall woman, her attire quite simple, not particularly outstanding in appearance, yet her demeanor was pure and transcendental, like a white bird elegantly reflecting upon the water, making it hard for others to harbor any ill will toward her.
"It is truly an honor for our Wang Family to be graced by your presence, Immortal Gu," he took two quick steps forward ceremonially, smiling as he clasped his hands in greeting, "However, how could you not send someone ahead to notify us, so that I, Shouzhe, could greet you at the Changning Guard?"
