"W-Workshop Master!"
"Grandfather"
The moment passed, the silence and immobility were broken as the workshop went into an uproar at the old man kowtowing.
However, a silent pressure from the old man caused everyone to shut up and back away, as he didn't wish for anyone to disturb this moment.
"May I know your name?", old man spoke in a raspy voice that showed his age a bit.
"Wu Long"
"Master Wu, please forgive this little one for the arrogance to challenge your wisdom and not recognize your greatness. I have eyes, but-..."
"Khm!", Wu Long cleared his throat, "It's fine, I told you that you did not need to kowtow, nor call me that"
"Yes, I am not backing out on my promise. Please accept this little one's desire to work for you"
"Worksho-...!"
"Grandfa-...!"
"Silence!", the old man cut through the new noise from the crowd around him, silencing all opposition.
