The unlucky monk had explained Josh's identity about an hour ago, yet the monks were still shellshocked!
They'd turn toward him, stare in complete awe for a few minutes and then go back to glancing at the horizon as soon as he looked their way. They were like startled little chicks.
He couldn't help but wonder if he was at the right place. This was supposed to be a serene tranquility monastery right, right?!
Then again, perhaps the fault lay not with the teaching but with the individuals themselves.
As far as Josh had been told, everyone and their mother could join this place, just that not many desired so. Surprisingly, freezing your ass in the snow wasn't that appealing to most.
The only one keeping his cool was the elder. After the reveal, he had sighed in understanding as all tension had left his body. If that guy was so rich, they wouldn't have to fear dying of hunger!