Chapter 737 - 704: Crossing the Border (Part 2)
Chapter 737: Chapter 704: Crossing the Border (Part 2)
Proper rewards and penalties are necessary for rules to form.
This time, upon leaving, Shen Han did not keep suppressing him.
He spoke directly to Ye Liqiang, saying that as long as he performed well and contributed to Xiaoyao Peak and the Yun Mansion,
the rewards due to him would not be withheld.
Ye Liqiang had only unlocked three shackles, and with his talent, it was difficult for many sects in the Southern Heaven Continent to accept him.
Shen Han’s ability to help him improve his talent meant he had Ye Liqiang completely in his grasp.
Regarding Shen Han’s words, Ye Liqiang showed no resentment this time.
The fact that he still had an opportunity was already a blessing.
Having given all the necessary instructions, Shen Han threw himself wholeheartedly into preparing for his journey.
Before departing, Master Xingchuan called Shen Han to his courtyard once again.
This journey was initially a path pointed out by Master Xingchuan himself.
It was right to listen to the guidance of a senior.
In the small courtyard, Master Xingchuan had already prepared tea.
Sitting opposite Master Xingchuan, a stove sat nearby, with water being boiled.
Since living in seclusion, many things had to be done personally.
Shen Han stepped forward to help, feeling there was no reason for the senior to handle these trivial matters.
"On this journey, do not harbor excessive expectations; remember to maintain a calm mind."
Master Xingchuan shared his experience.
"If your expectations are too high and end in disappointment, it will instead be detrimental to your cultivation."
Shen Han nodded: "I understand, senior. The path of cultivation is long, and who can avoid detours?
Trying to advance further is unlikely to be a smooth road."
"You have reached the Second Grade Realm at such a young age. Actually, what I’m saying may be pointless.
If your resolve wasn’t firm, how could you have reached this step at such a young age?
In truth, I called you here today partly out of personal interest."
Master Xingchuan looked at Shen Han, and at the mention of personal interest, Shen Han was a bit surprised.
"Shen Han, if you can truly find the place indicated on the map, please help me find someone."
"Please tell me, senior. I will certainly do my best to find them."
Upon hearing this, Master Xingchuan rose from the stone chair, his gaze fixed on the distant treetops.
"To speak of it, I owe a debt from before.
Years ago, I accidentally stumbled in there and was fortunately cared for by a Fairy.
Without her, I might have perished inside, and there would be no today."
The subsequent story is somewhat clichéd, like folk tales..."
Master Xingchuan spoke, a hint of embarrassment on his aged face.
"So...is she perhaps your romantic acquaintance, senior?"
"Cough, cough, it could be said so..."
"Are you hoping for me to search for her, senior?"
Hearing this, Master Xingchuan shook his head slightly.
"A hundred years have passed; she might no longer be in this world. I only wish for a portrait of her.
To see if I can find her descendants and request a painting..."
Master Xingchuan’s gaze looked into the distance. Who knew this senior, with a heart devoted to the sword, had such a past.
"Of course, Shen Han, your safety and training are the priorities. Do not stress over these matters.
We still face the threat of Tiger Peak Manor, and these trifling matters need not weigh heavily on your mind."
Shen Han nodded slightly, but he committed Master Xingchuan’s request to heart.
"If I think of anything else, I will communicate it to you."
Most of the matters at home have been resolved by now.
Shen Han did not waste much time and set off on his journey.
Heading east as the map indicated, after entering Yan Country, he needed to continue further east.
Along the way, Shen Han passed through Yun’an City.
The location of the old Shen Mansion, where he had lived for many years.
Disguising his appearance slightly, Shen Han paused briefly in Yun’an City.
The cityscape had not changed much from before.
Despite the passage of many years, Yun’an City seemed untouched.
The old teahouses and taverns remained unchanged.
Only the eaves seemed to have aged considerably.
He flew towards where the Shen Mansion was located.
The Shen Family Mansion was empty, seemingly uninhabited.
He landed inside, walking along familiar paths.
He walked toward his former small courtyard.
This incongruous and dilapidated house still stood here.
But neglected for so long, it had become completely ruined.
Once, he spent many years in this place.
After a circuit around the mansion grounds, Shen Han did not linger much longer.
Ordering some dishes at a tavern, he reminisced about the flavors of home.
"Little brother, why is the Shen Mansion empty again?
Didn’t the Shen Family return after Shen Ao was taken in by a prestigious sect?"
While dining, Shen Han chatted with the tavern servant.
Shen Han knew this servant, who loved discussing such topics.
Sometimes asking one question would get you a long story.
As expected, upon Shen Han’s inquiry, the servant’s eyes lit up.
"Customer, you haven’t heard the latest news. Previously, those from the Shen Family indeed moved back.
They felt proud associating with Tiger Peak Manor, appearing almost more prestigious than the Royal Family.
But that Shen Ao chose to mess with Young Master Shenhan.
Customer, do you know Young Master Shenhan?
He is the youngest Immortal Realm expert in Great Wei.
He directly devastated Tiger Peak Manor to the point they were lost, and three renowned apprentices of the manor’s Elder, who once acted with impunity in Great Wei, were killed.
Upon hearing this, the Shen Family became fearful.
Given that Tiger Peak Manor couldn’t protect its own disciples, they had no means to safeguard them.
A few months ago, the Shen Family fled again."
The tavern servant spoke with great enthusiasm.
Particularly because Shen Han listened intently, the servant felt a strong sense of achievement.
Upon hearing this, Shen Han understood why the Shen Mansion was empty again.
It was probably after Ban Wu’s death that the Shen Family got scared.
In Great Wei, they witnessed Yu Yan’s demise.
Also, Shen Han fled before everyone’s eyes.
Then Shen Ao’s senior brother died, and the Shen Family likely realized.
If they did not flee, and if Shen Han targeted them, they were undoubtedly doomed.
Tiger Peak Manor could not protect them.
Sitting idly in Yun’an City for half a day, he indulged in nostalgia.
After resting, Shen Han resumed his journey.
Compared to the Southern Heaven Continent, Great Wei’s territory was much smaller.
In less than five days, he reached the border of Great Wei.
The former border was heavily guarded, defending against enemy incursions.
Yet now, neither army garrisoned the Wei and Yan border.
Both in Wei and Yan, political landscapes had drastically changed.
The governments of each nation had lost interest in warring with one another.
Shen Han naturally stepped into Yan Country’s territory.
The further east he traveled, the greater the geographical differences between Yan Country and Wei Country.
With fertile land, Yan Country’s Pills had always excelled in quality compared to other countries.
Along the way, Shen Han faced no obstructions.
He continued to the easternmost part of Yan Country.
Further east lay the endless sea.
Gazing far into the distance, nothing could be seen.
Following the map, Shen Han found a secluded mountain stream.
A hundred years had passed, leaving this mountain stream mostly dried up.
After surveying the surroundings, Shen Han quickly understood why Master Xingchuan couldn’t return.
Beneath the stream, a mechanism had been damaged.
That mechanism was likely the key to the mysterious place.
Without hesitation, Shen Han repaired the mechanism’s core.
The once dry stream instantly began to gush with fresh springs.
Clear water rapidly overflowed, unveiling a scene just like the map depicted.
Diving underwater, Shen Han swam directly towards the depths.
Approaching the mechanism, the water flow suddenly quickened.
His body seemed engulfed by the current, being swiftly carried downstream.
Without moving a muscle, he was rapidly carried by the current.
Shen Han did not resist the current, allowing his body to be carried downstream.
After about two hours, he was washed onto a sandbank.
The surrounding scenery was entirely different from that of Yan Country.
The most significant difference lay in the surrounding Heaven and Earth Laws.