touchnovel Chapter 569 - 558: I Think I Can Persuade the Elders
Chapter 569 - 558: I Think I Can Persuade the Elders
Regarding Dean Tianyi’s persuasion, Shen Han’s response was merely silence.
He gave no reply to the dean.
Shen Han was aware of Shi Yuezhu’s feelings for him, but he knew that others at Xiaoyao Peak would undoubtedly pose as obstacles.
Especially since Shi Yuezhu might become the future Sect Leader of Xiaoyao Peak.
All these factors adding up make this obstacle seem incredibly difficult to overcome.
As the two conversed, the carriage reached the outer area of the Xiaoyao Peak sect.
The following mountain path required a bit of walking on foot.
Along the way, Dean Tianyi wanted to say something but eventually held back.
Shen Han was always one to heed advice, and it was rare to see him like this toward what an elder said.
But love is a matter where even those who usually listen can become stubborn.
As they neared the gate of Xiaoyao Peak, Dean Tianyi finally couldn’t hold back and looked at Shen Han.
And still, he gave a reminder.
"Some things, only after you’ve hit the wall and felt the pain, do you realize regret.
Shen Han, I hope this lesson will keep you from being trapped by these matters again."
Shen Han didn’t argue but just nodded his head slightly.
After a few steps, the two had reached the gate of Xiaoyao Peak.
For an average person, trying to walk to this mountain gate would likely leave them dizzy and exhausted.
At this moment, in front of the gate.
Liu Xilan was already waiting, her gaze directed at Shen Han, carrying a hint of complexity.
"Welcome to the seniors, please come to my master’s pavilion for a cup of tea."
As she spoke, an attendant standing beside Liu Xilan came forward.
She was there to guide Dean Tianyi.
Upon hearing this, Dean Tianyi looked at Shen Han, then at Liu Xilan.
Without a word, he followed the attendant and left first.
In front of the gate, only Shen Han and Liu Xilan were left.
Liu Xilan led Shen Han for a short walk.
The gate area was too crowded, and only this place was quieter and more suitable for conversation.
"Congratulations, I heard you’ve become a Fourth Grade expert."
Facing Shen Han, Liu Xilan’s first words were of congratulations.
"Thank you for your words, Fairy Xilan, I just had a stroke of good fortune."
"It can’t be just luck. When I first met you, you had just started Bone Tempering.
Now, your strength has surpassed mine."
Hearing Liu Xilan’s words, Shen Han didn’t know how to respond, and silence began to creep in between them.
Shen Han realized Liu Xilan didn’t come to him just to say thank you.
After a moment, Liu Xilan bit her silver teeth and spoke again.
"Shen Han, about the rumors between you and Junior Master Yuezhu...
Are they true?"
Although Shen Han anticipated her asking about this, he didn’t expect her to question so directly.
And this question was one Shen Han truly found difficult to answer.
Liu Xilan was from Xiaoyao Peak, and whether or not to reveal it was something Shen Han felt should be decided by Shi Yuezhu.
In response to this question, Shen Han was only silent.
And Liu Xilan understood.
Unanswered, it was essentially an affirmation.
"Can you tell me how you and Junior Master Yuezhu met?"
Liu Xilan posed another question.
This Fairy Xilan before him should be considered a benefactor of his.
Back when he was in the Shen Mansion if not for her help, he wouldn’t be where he was today.
After hesitating for a moment, Shen Han decided to answer her question.
"That year at the Shen Mansion, I wanted to venture out.
Fairy Xilan, you stopped the person monitoring me, allowing me to leave Yun’an City.
It was during that experience..."
Shen Han’s answer brought a faint smile to Liu Xilan’s face.
"So, I ended up being a matchmaker between you and Junior Master Yuezhu."
She said this with a smile.
Yet in her tone, there was still a trace of reproachful sentiment.
Clearly, she knew Shen Han first, and Junior Master Yuezhu came after, so why was it like this...
After this was said, silence dawned upon them again.
After a while, a sound came from Liu Xilan’s Sound Transmission Magical Artifact, bringing them back to reality.
"Let’s go, Master has been waiting for a long time..."
Shen Han nodded, saying nothing more.
But after taking a few steps, Liu Xilan turned her head back to Shen Han.
"About you and Junior Master Yuezhu, almost everyone aware of it at Xiaoyao Peak does not approve.
So, you should be mentally prepared.
When you go over, Master and the others might not treat you kindly."
Liu Xilan’s tone remained the same, tinged with some reproach.
Yet she was still trying to warn Shen Han as much as possible.
During the journey, Shen Han took out a manual for nurturing the Divine Soul and handed it to Liu Xilan.
Such manuals are common in Divine Land, but in Great Wei, they are considered precious.
"Please accept it, Fairy Xilan, perhaps it can aid your cultivation journey."
Liu Xilan didn’t hesitate, a smile on her face as she accepted the manual.
"Are you giving me this Cultivation Technique Manual hoping I’ll put in a good word for you in front of Master?
But I have to say first, regarding you and Junior Master Yuezhu, my words have little influence."
Hearing this, Shen Han shook his head.
"Fairy Xilan, you don’t need to help me; I’m purely giving you a manual.
Your help towards me is a rightful reciprocation."
Liu Xilan said nothing more, just looking at Shen Han for a few moments before accepting the manual.
She didn’t even know what this manual entailed.
On the way to Cen Yunzi’s peak, the two spoke no more, maintaining silence.
After about half an hour, they finally reached Cen Yunzi’s peak.