Lu Sheng walked around the wooden room, a typical old historical-style Chinese reading room, taking in the shelves filled with bundles of scrolls and various souvenirs. Despite the simplicity of the decor, he realized that the job was not going to be easy, even if he wanted to do the bare minimum.
"Fine, show my juniors to their new place," he instructed, sitting down on the straight wooden chair and nodding at Tu Peng and Tu Rong, signaling the end of the day.
Both gave a deep bow and left. Lu Sheng observed himself this time and indeed felt a hint of something good seeing people bowing to him, though it was tinged with wariness, not respect or love. Only Tu Rong's eyes had the innocent and genuine happiness of seeing Lu Sheng as the big boss now.