Only when the old man had put down the brush in his hand did Jesse take a step forward and say, "Sir, Mr. Shingen from the Shinto Way has arrived."

The old man turned and let out a smile. "I am Nashon Xavier. I'm glad to finally meet you."

Shingen smiled and said, "You're too kind, Mr. Nashon. I know what I'm capable of, so please stop teasing me."

Shingen didn't want to waste his breath anymore, and immediately steered the conversation to the topic of the day.

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