Koala Reads

"Lord Zhen's new mansion was far more luxurious than the old one he had sold. There were two large stone lions guarding the entrance. The main gate was elevated, with a rather high threshold. One had to climb the steps before entering."

"Just as the gatekeeper was going out to light the lanterns, the head of the guards stepped forward to identify himself and explain their purpose."

""Oh, so you're relatives from the capital. Wait here. I'll go in and inform the master." The gatekeeper glanced at them indifferently, then turned around and went in, closing the gate behind him."