Ti Xhin rolled his eyes but led the way. "You don't keep Elder Lin waiting unless you want a lesson in humility carved into your soul. Both of you, move it."
Chu Ha hurried after him, while Lin Mao lagged just enough to steal a glance at her—her robe swaying with every move, her hair bouncing with every step.
Core disciple, huh? he thought, smirking. Guess I've got a partner in crime now. He caught up, walking beside her as they trailed Ti Xhin.
The trio hurried down the corridors of Sky Moon Pavilion and stopped in front of a wide, intricately carved door.
"Here we are," Ti Xhin said, his voice dropping into that scholarly tone again. He slid the door open and turned to them with warm smile. "After you, Junior Brother, Junior Sister."