feiniaonovel Chapter 567 - 556: This Threat Is Greater Than Before
Chapter 567 - 556: This Threat Is Greater Than Before
Xiaoyao Peak.
During this period, Cen Yunzi always had a trace of gloom on his face, as if he was worried about something.
In his free time, Cen Yunzi liked to sit between the cliffs and drink a few sips of tea.
But recently, Cen Yunzi kept pacing back and forth on the edge of the cliff.
Walking back and forth, occasionally pausing to think for a moment.
It seemed that he couldn’t figure out something, and then he started the repetitive walking again...
In the distance, Liu Xilan carried some desserts, approaching on a flying sword.
Seeing his disciple arriving, Cen Yunzi’s brows slightly relaxed.
But shortly after, he couldn’t help but furrow his brow again.
"Master, ever since you returned from outside a few days ago, you’ve been like this.
What exactly happened to make you so worried..."
As Cen Yunzi’s disciple, Liu Xilan naturally knew that her master’s heart was troubled.
It’s just that her master was unwilling to tell her.
As a disciple, she couldn’t possibly force her master to speak.
Hearing Liu Xilan’s words, Cen Yunzi just gave her a glance and sighed.
"Master, what exactly happened...
Is it something even I can’t be told..."
Liu Xilan felt a bit frustrated; this was already the third time she had asked her master.
Yet she still received no answer.
Seeing his disciple’s tone becoming anxious, Cen Yunzi hesitated slightly.
"It’s not that I’m unwilling to tell you, but these things are not easy to discuss with you.
After all, you are the younger generation, and some matters concern the elders’ dignity..."
"Is it about Junior Master Yuezhu and Shen Han’s rumors?
I’ve heard, Shen Han has been missing for two years and has returned."
Liu Xilan’s sudden interjection caught Cen Yunzi by surprise.
He looked up at his disciple, realizing that those rumors had already spread to Xiaoyao Peak.
"Master, they’re merely rumors.
You also said that Junior Master Yuezhu has always been wise.
Those rumors simply won’t affect her."
Upon hearing Liu Xilan’s words, Cen Yunzi showed a bitter smile.
"I know very well that those rumors won’t affect her. Your Junior Master Yuezhu has reached the Immortal Realm at her age, how could she lack that level of mindset?
What I’m worried about is not the rumors affecting her..."
Hearing this, Liu Xilan grew more puzzled.
"Then what exactly is Master worried about...
Are you worried that those rumors will tarnish Xiaoyao Peak’s reputation?"
Cen Yunzi found a chair and sat down.
The troubles piling up in his mind were genuinely distressing.
He decided, today, to really have a talk with Liu Xilan.
"Xilan, how much do you know about your Junior Master Yuezhu?"
Hearing this question, Liu Xilan hesitated for a moment: "Junior Master Yuezhu is extraordinarily talented. Although I often visit her, in fact, I don’t know her deeply at all..."
Shi Yuezhu’s temperament is gentle, always making those around her feel as if they’re bathed in spring breeze.
But in truth, the more this is the case, the more it indicates we’ve never truly gotten close to Shi Yuezhu.
"My little junior sister always likes to keep things to herself."
"Master, is it about those rumors...
But they’re just rumors, is there really a need to mind them?"
Cen Yunzi chuckled: "If they were merely rumors, of course, there’s no need to mind them.
But if they’re not rumors, and indeed true, what then...?"
Upon hearing this, Liu Xilan suddenly stood up, her eyes widening as she looked at her master.
"Isn’t that impossible..."
"I too hope they’re all false...
But a few days ago, Simin and I went to Yang City together.
Seeing with our own eyes...
There’s no mistake in it..."
Subsequently, Cen Yunzi did not keep it a secret any longer. He recounted to Liu Xilan the scene of Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu meeting that day.
In fact, before this, Liu Xilan already had some suspicions.
Her Junior Master Yuezhu truly acted a bit unusual when it came to Shen Han.
Her level of concern for Shen Han had reached a point of partiality.
Especially when at that time, there were reports of Luo Zuchen’s traces discovered around the Land of the Far South.
Her Junior Master Yuezhu, upon thinking Shen Han might still be alive, showed such excitement.
To make the usually indifferent Shi Yuezhu exhibit such a demeanor was already very strange.
Seeing Liu Xilan a bit lost, Cen Yunzi continued.
"Simin personally went to have a chat with your Junior Master Yuezhu, and the result was very unsatisfactory.
My little junior sister just wouldn’t listen to reason.
It is unknown what she’s even thinking in her heart.
She, an Immortal Realm expert, having some hearsay with a young junior, does she not feel embarrassed?"
Liu Xilan’s expression also became somewhat unpleasant.
Yet, hearing her master’s words, she couldn’t help but speak on Shen Han’s behalf.
"Master, honestly, Shen Han is quite remarkable.
In terms of talent and potential, I’m inferior to him.
Not even close to him by a long shot..."
Regarding Liu Xilan’s words, Cen Yunzi did not deny them.
"I never said he is incapable, nor did I speak of his talent and potential.
To be frank, if he were to get closer to you, Xilan, I would support it very much.
You two are similar in age, in every respect, you match very well.
The first time I saw Shen Han two years ago, I quite admired him.
However excellent he is, though, he cannot possibly match with your Junior Master Yuezhu.
Yesterday, I also received news.
He demonstrated formidable strength at the Imperial Academy’s grand competition, almost reaching the Fourth Grade Realm.
Reaching Fourth Grade at his age is indeed a capability.
But, what of Fourth Grade?
Some take fifty years to go from Fourth to Third Grade, some even a hundred.
Unless he can reach Third Grade within ten years, otherwise, he can never match your Junior Master Yuezhu."
Cen Yunzi spoke a lot in one go.
But the main point in his words actually was just one.
That is, Shen Han is not worthy of Shi Yuezhu; Cen Yunzi looks down on Shen Han.
"Xilan, you and your Junior Master Yuezhu somewhat communicate.
Why don’t you go talk to her, ask what exactly is so good about Shen Han.
She, an Immortal Realm, is it necessary to lower herself to a young person?
Moreover, aren’t you also acquainted with Shen Han.
Go and talk to him as well.
There are so many women in the world; let him find someone else.
If he doesn’t listen, tell him.
"He’s not worthy; he doesn’t yet qualify to be tainted by an Immortal Realm expert!"
Cen Yunzi said the last sentence with a hint of anger.
Liu Xilan heard this, but merely furrowed her brows. She didn’t agree, but neither did she refuse.
In her eyes, there was a faint trace of melancholy.
To this day, Liu Xilan couldn’t understand why her Junior Master Yuezhu would be involved with Shen Han.
Especially in this way...
It’s not that she thought Shen Han was unworthy or any other reason.
She just couldn’t understand why her Junior Master Yuezhu would get close to Shen Han...
On her way out, Liu Xilan seemed to have made up her mind.
Perhaps she really should find an opportunity to ask Shen Han face-to-face.
...
Eastern border of Great Wei.
The Shen Family had been operating here for years; the Imperial Court had long wanted to uproot the Shen Family from here.
But over the years, despite various strategies, it seemed the results were always poor.
Every time the Imperial Court sent a general to the eastern border, they seldom met a good end.
They even sent smooth operators, yet they still lost their lives here.
At this moment, Luo Changping had already brought Shen Ye to this area.
Just a few dozen miles ahead lay the border of Yan Country.
Shen Ye’s leg was damaged again, so he naturally sought the help of Yan Country’s mechanism masters.
After bringing Shen Ye here, Luo Changping flew directly towards the Yan border.
A valley where the two countries meet.
In this place, there was a very hidden cave.
With a hint of disdain, Luo Changping walked in; the whole cave seemed a bit damp, living conditions she couldn’t tolerate.
Upon entering, Luo Changping finally found a place to sit down.
"I have no idea what you were up to two years ago.
An Immortal Realm Third Grade expert failed to deal with a fledgling boy.
Saying it aloud, it’s embarrassing for an old woman like me."
Luo Changping whispered, clearly very displeased with Luo Zuchen’s performance.
"That Shen Han really showed no sign of injury?"
Currently, Luo Zuchen looked rather disheveled and shabby.
"Do you even doubt your aunt’s words?"
Luo Changping was a bit dissatisfied with his skepticism.
Seeing this, Luo Zuchen hurriedly got up, went to Luo Changping’s side, and spoke good words.
But regarding Shen Han, he still couldn’t understand.
"When chasing him two years ago, he was clearly badly injured, and he forcibly raised his strength to that level.
Even if he survived, just the backlash from his cultivation technique should have overwhelmed him."
Luo Zuchen furrowed his brows, speaking his thoughts.
But Luo Changping had no intention of discussing this with him.
"Keep those thoughts to yourself; speak them to yourself.
You always claim to do things steadily, handle matters comprehensively.
Is this your idea of steadiness and comprehensiveness?
Shen Han, after two years, returned not only unharmed but with significant advancement in his strength and realm.
He clashed with Shen Ye, directly displaying Fourth Grade Realm prowess.
You said there would be no lingering threats; now it seems the threat is even greater than before."
In Luo Changping’s words, there was nothing but reproach.
As a dignified Immortal Realm expert, facing Luo Changping’s reproach, he could only endure.
"Was there really such a big gap when Ye’Er faced Shen Han?"
"He lost before he could even take a single move.
Two years ago, Shen Ye could at least exchange a couple of moves with Shen Han, losing by a blow or two.
Now, the gap is far too wide."
Luo Changping spoke directly, without a hint of subtlety.
Upon hearing this, Luo Zuchen furrowed his brows.
It was truly under his oppression that Shen Han grew step by step.
The current Shen Han has already reached the Fourth Grade Realm.
One step away from entering the Immortal Realm.
Once he truly reaches the Immortal Realm, it will be genuinely difficult to deal with.
"What are your plans now? Keep enduring like this?
A dignified Immortal Realm expert, in such a shabby state, it’s embarrassing if word gets out."
Upon hearing this, Luo Zuchen stood up.
"Since Shen Han has escaped from the Land of the Far South, I naturally have no reason to keep guarding.
I will find the right time to completely end him."
Luo Changping also nodded at Luo Zuchen’s decision.
"Since it’s a matter of life and death, it must be done thoroughly.
Shen Han’s talent is indeed exceptional, already reaching Fourth Grade at that age.
As an old woman, I’m genuinely worried, worried that he will be like Shi Yuezhu, entering the Immortal Realm in a little over a decade.
If that happens, it will truly bring us endless trouble."
Having given her instructions, Luo Changping had said all she needed to.
Next comes strategic planning.
Currently, Luo Zuchen’s identity is considered a traitor in Great Wei.
Anyone can take action against him for punishment.
Even the Forbidden Army of the Imperial Court must capture him upon sight.
With this stigma, for Luo Zuchen to make a move on Shen Han, careful planning is a must.
While Luo Zuchen was contemplating how to deal with Shen Han, Shen Han was also strategizing on how to lure Luo Zuchen out.
Participating in the Academy competition, Shen Han’s goal was already clear.
Seeing his displayed strength, the murderous intent in Luo Zuchen’s heart should be even less containable.
When his strength was still at the Sixth or Fifth Grade, Luo Zuchen was already concerned.
Worrying about his future growth posing a threat to him.
Even willing to bear the charge of treason to assassinate him.
Now, with his displayed strength realm having broken into the Fourth Grade.
Luo Zuchen should be completely unable to accept it, right?
A night passed.
At the break of dawn the next day, several core members of Tianyi Academy were already waiting at the gate of Shen Han’s courtyard.
After returning last night, Dean Tianyi couldn’t sleep at all.
He called the senior members of the Academy to his courtyard.
Together they researched the basic Divine Soul cultivation methods sent by Shen Han.
Having spent the whole night examining it, they were still filled with worry about this unknown, never-before-seen method.
So they recorded all the questions and intended to seek Shen Han’s guidance early.
Upon noticing them, Shen Han quickly invited them into the guest hall.
The Divine Soul requires nurturing from the start, growing with the nourishment of one’s own life force, and gradually improving.
This cultivation method is naturally unprecedented in all of Great Wei.