The moment the official announced his position, all the villagers surrounding the Gu Family dispersed in shock, turning to gaze upon the five men atop their majestic tall horses.
"Oh, they are all dressed in official uniforms. They are indeed officials." The villagers murmured quietly among themselves as they continued to cautiously step back, fearful of offending the dignitaries.
Old Master Lu, hearing this commotion and laying eyes upon the elder atop the red horse, was also startled. He recognized only a few county government officials and did not know the identity of this elder. He hurriedly stepped forward, bowing his hands in greeting: "My surname is Lu, a relative of the County Governor. May I inquire as to which official this distinguished brother is and what position he holds?"
