In front of the gate, two monks stood guard with staffs in hand. When they noticed figures approaching, they looked toward them and raised their eyebrows, instantly recognizing one of them.
As Aldrian and Venerable Karma Seeker neared, the guards immediately bowed.
"Welcome back, Master," they said.
Venerable Karma Seeker stopped and smiled at them.
"How are you two doing? Is everything alright?" he asked.
"We are good, Master. There is no problem, everything is normal," one of them replied.
"Good. Then I will bring our esteemed guest inside," Venerable Karma Seeker said, prompting the guards to glance at the robed figure behind him. They wondered who it was but did not ask, and instead opened the gate for Venerable Karma Seeker and Aldrian to enter.
