What's with the entrance? Master Popo 'spoke' telepathically to one of the Headmasters seated on the floating platform.
A middle-aged man with long black hair that reached his shoulders and a black goatee that touched his neck turned to face the headmaster of the Fire Shrine. His black eyes stared straight ahead, revealing little emotion. He wore a black and white hanfu with intricate designs of fierceness, and a serpent insignia in the middle of his chest. His black pants were simple but clearly made of high-quality material.
But what stood out most was the sword placed in front of him, leaning between his legs and resting on his shoulder. It was a very thin sword covered in a black scabbard. The handle was wrapped in a white cloth bandage, with a piece of it dangling at the end.
Continue with the examination. I want to see the state of my Great Serpent Students, the man 'said,' communicating directly to the Fire Shrine Headmaster's mind.