Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes

Chapter 566 - 555: Those Rumors... Could They Be True? (Part 2)

Hearing the dean’s words, Shen Han felt a bit embarrassed.

Though he was speaking on behalf of himself and Shi Yuezhu.

However, this time, some of the rumors were actually true...

There was no way around it, on that day at the gates of the Yun Mansion.

The scene of Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu meeting, the sparkle in their eyes, really sparked imagination.

"Dean, how did you so easily discern those rumors to be false..."

After taking a few steps, Shen Han couldn’t help but inquire.

"It’s obvious, the Moon Bamboo Peak Master is your elder.

In the past, you had an engagement with her disciple, Su Jinyu.

You two are neither matched in seniority nor age.

Anyone with a brain would distinguish the truth from falsehood in an instant upon hearing it."

After these words, Dean Tianyi continued.

"I suspect these rumors might be the handiwork of the Shen Family or Luo Changping.

The Moon Bamboo Peak Master has stepped forward for you multiple times in the past two years.

These rumors were fabricated to affect your relationship with the Moon Bamboo Peak Master."

Dean Tianyi’s analysis was detailed and seemed logical.

The motives made sense indeed...

Although Shen Han also disliked those Shen Family members and even more so Luo Changping.

In this matter, it was truly no one else’s fault...

Dean Tianyi’s words, however, left Shen Han feeling awkward.

"In my opinion, it’s best to come up with a way to clarify these rumors.

Letting these rumors ferment isn’t a solution."

Shen Han furrowed his brows slightly, lifting his eyes to look at Dean Tianyi.

"How exactly can these rumors be put to rest...

If we go to explain, I’m afraid it will just make things worse."

Upon hearing this, Dean Tianyi nodded in agreement with Shen Han’s words.

"I’ve considered that as well. Nowadays, those people’s mouths can be very persuasive.

Even if you say white, they can twist it into black.

I’ve thought about it, and perhaps there’s a method that might work."

Speaking, Dean Tianyi’s gaze once again turned to Shen Han.

Seeing Dean Tianyi’s serious demeanor, Shen Han also turned to look at him.

"In my opinion, the reason those rumors are spreading like wildfire is mainly because neither you nor Shi Yuezhu have a partner.

The Moon Bamboo Peak Master holds a high position, and her talent is unmatched across the entire continent.

It’s true that nobody matches her.

But as for you, Shen Han, you might consider this matter.

That Miss Mu, Mu Zhiwei, do you remember her?

That child, I watched her grow up; she is only a few years older than you.

In terms of appearance and talent, she matches you well.

Over the years, her achievement in array formation has also been profound.

Should you two join hands, there is no question you could establish a great force in the future."

While speaking, Dean Tianyi handed over a Sound Transmission Magical Artifact.

"This is Mu Zhiwei’s Sound Transmission Magical Artifact; she has long wanted to talk with you.

Take this chance, not only can you dispel the rumors between you and the Moon Bamboo Peak Master, but you might also gain a confidante.

Wouldn’t that be a wonderful thing?"

Hearing this, a helpless expression appeared on Shen Han’s face.

So it turns out they’ve been waiting for me here all along...

"Dean, are you really trying to help dispel the rumors with this idea..."

Being asked like that by Shen Han, an embarrassed look appeared on the dean’s face.

"I also just think that you and that child Zhiwei are quite a match, thus considering..."

While saying this, Dean Tianyi fell silent for a moment.

"Or, if there’s a woman you like, I can also help to bring you two together."

Though he said this, Shen Han didn’t directly answer his question.

Instead, he mentioned dispelling the rumors.

"Dean, even if I reveal having a partner with another woman.

If those gossipers intend to do so, they could still say it is a cover-up.

In truth, we’re still deeply connected to the Moon Bamboo Peak Master.

As long as they want an excuse, they can find many."

Shen Han’s explanation wasn’t baseless, and in fact, such a scenario was quite plausible.

After hearing this reasoning, Dean Tianyi was at a loss for words.

Indeed, for those spreading rumors, if they wish to spread them, they’ll always find a way.

"You do have a point...

So let’s just leave it be.

Ignoring these rumors, they should lessen over time.

It’s baffling why they want to pair you and Shi Yuezhu together.

Can’t they see you two are not that suitable?

All of this just to attract attention, full of nonsense."

While talking, they arrived at a crossroads.

Hearing Dean Tianyi’s words, Shen Han slightly furrowed his brows, gazing at his dean.

"Dean, what kind of man do you think would be suitable for the Moon Bamboo Peak Master?"

Upon hearing this, Dean Tianyi felt he might have misspoken.

"Shen Han, I’m not saying you’re not excellent.

I’m only suggesting that you and Shi Yuezhu have a generation gap.

Don’t take those previous words to heart."

Shen Han smiled: "Rest assured, Dean; I’m not that petty. I haven’t taken it to heart before when people looked down on me.

I’m just curious why you are so certain it’s impossible for me and the Moon Bamboo Peak Master...

Is there something about me that isn’t good enough?"

Hearing Shen Han’s words, Dean Tianyi also laughed.

"You say you haven’t taken it to heart, yet you are persistent in this questioning?

Since you asked, let me share my thoughts with you.

Shen Han, you’re remarkable.

Winning against that extraordinary Sikong Miaomiao today further proves your outstanding talent.

During the competition, the strength you displayed, if I’m not mistaken, already wields the might of the Fourth Grade.

Even within big countries like Yan and Qi, such achievements make you top-notch.

However, advancing from Fourth Grade to Immortal Realm Third Grade is extremely difficult.

I believe that someday you will enter the Immortal Realm.

But how many years it will take you to take that step? I’m unsure.

Now, Shi Yuezhu, the Moon Bamboo Peak Master,

entered the Immortal Realm within ten years after reaching Fourth Grade.

At less than forty, she has already attained Immortal Realm Third Grade.

I’ve even heard that many peak masters of Xiaoyao Peak are considering her as the next Sect Leader."

At this, Dean Tianyi’s gaze fell once more upon Shen Han.

"Now you see, with Shi Yuezhu’s status and strength, she is the future master of Xiaoyao Peak.

For you to ascend to her level, you would need to enter the Immortal Realm this very year.

If you do, perhaps there may be a chance."

Speaking of these, Dean Tianyi had only treated it as a jest.

"If you really enter the Immortal Realm this year, then all those rumors might turn into praises, claiming you and the Moon Bamboo Peak Master are a perfect match~"

Shen Han picked up on the fact that Dean Tianyi was joking.

He also jokingly pursued: "If I reach the Immortal Realm this year, wouldn’t seniorities and ages then cease to matter?"

"Absolutely, if you enter the Immortal Realm this year, what a notion that would be!

A twenty-two-year-old Immortal Realm cultivator, who would dare criticize you?

Such talent, who would dare say you’re not a match for Shi Yuezhu?"

Both laughed as they spoke, treating it as a light conversation.

"I will strive diligently in cultivation, aiming to break into the Immortal Realm this year."

It seemed Shen Han found the answer he sought, thus taking his leave respectfully, intending to return to his residence.

"Good!

Youth is supposed to be bold, with firm resolve, greater achievements can be attained.

I await the day you, a twenty-two-year-old Immortal Realm master, appear!"

With that, Shen Han turned and walked into his own courtyard.

Dean Tianyi veered onto another path, heading toward his courtyard.

Yet, as he walked, something suddenly dawned on him, as if something was amiss.

Stopping in his tracks, he turned back to the direction Shen Han had left.

His expression froze suddenly: "Could those rumors actually be true..."