Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes-Chapter 296 - 295: Arrival at Xiaoyao Peak

Dean Tianyi looked at Shen Han with a new expression in his eyes.

"These pricing strategies of the Yun Family, did you, this child, teach them?"

Upon hearing Dean Tianyi’s question, Shen Han quickly shook his head in denial.

"I don’t have such skills, it’s all my grandfather and uncle, they discussed it together..."

Dean Tianyi fell into thought, his eyes showing a hint of seriousness, staring at Shen Han.

"Dean, if you have something to ask, you can do so directly, no need to be like this...

The student will answer everything truthfully..."

Shen Han replied with a hint of jest.

But the more he was like this, the more Dean Tianyi thought of something.

"Those words just now have reminded this old man.

The Yun Family in Anyang City, have remained rather obscure.

Their accomplishments in the Alchemy Dao aren’t even second-rate.

In the past years, they’ve relied on the Shen Family, with the Eastern Garrison purchasing large quantities of low-grade Pills from the Yun Family.

That’s what allowed the Yun Family to improve a bit.

Looking back then, the Yun Family didn’t seem poised for a rise at all..."

As he spoke, Dean Tianyi again directed his gaze at Shen Han.

He expected Shen Han would show some guilt when pointed out.

However, Shen Han’s expression barely changed.

"Isn’t this the way of the cultivation method?

One astounding opportunity can allow an ordinary person to climb to the peak and touch the sky.

The Yun Family might have encountered some opportunity."

Shen Han explained.

Dean Tianyi still looked at Shen Han, his words carrying a hint of a smile.

"You child, you speak so lightly with just a few words.

Such an astounding opportunity is hard to come by even once in thousands of generations.

Even if they encountered it, it’s not easy for the Yun Family to comprehend it.

This old man instead believes that the Yun Family’s opportunity was brought to them by you, Shen Han.

Am I right?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Han was inwardly shocked.

But on the surface, he still didn’t show surprise, only a bitter smile.

"Dean, you truly overestimate this student...

I am entirely an outsider when it comes to the way of the Pill..."

Dean Tianyi didn’t respond, continuing to speak on his own.

"This old man carefully thought it over, the Yun Family’s rise seems to have started after you went to the Yun Family.

Moreover, the Yun Family treats you with utmost importance.

Last time, when you acquired a piece of Vermilion Cloud Ginseng, the Patriarch Yun and Young Master even came personally to the Capital City...

They treat you almost excessively well..."

At this point, Dean Tianyi’s eyes flashed with a light.

"This child, how much are you hiding from us...?"

Many things really can’t withstand a meticulous investigation.

For example, with this matter before us, Dean Tianyi guessed eight or nine out of ten.

But Shen Han didn’t wish to reveal anything, not answering, just maintaining his silence.

Seeing this, Dean Tianyi waved his hand with a smile.

"Forget it, forget it, this old man was just guessing casually.

The truth of the matter, whether known or not, is the same, no need to delve deep~"

Shen Han responded only with silence.

But this silence already explained some things.

The more Dean Tianyi understood, the more he felt that Shen Han was a treasure trove.

The future, who knows how far he will go...

The luxurious carriage traversed the sky, and after more than half a day, it finally approached Xiaoyao Peak.

Before the mountain gate, Shen Han and Dean Tianyi got off the carriage and walked in.

This is the front mountain of Xiaoyao Peak.

Although this place is named Xiaoyao Peak, in fact, many surrounding peaks are all within Xiaoyao Peak’s territory.

As the sect’s strength gradually increased, naturally, the territory occupied expanded significantly.

Shen Han walked behind Dean Tianyi, his gaze falling on the scenery beside him.

This place should belong to a mountainous terrain, surrounded by towering peaks.

Looking slightly further, one might even mistake these peaks for a dense forest.

The mountains stood in layers, with misty celestial air floating around.

Following the steps, they climbed upward step by step.

During the journey, they occasionally encountered other people.

Even some who had not yet embarked on cultivation began climbing from the foot of the mountain, wanting to seek the Sword Immortal’s method at Xiaoyao Peak.

However, many people were already out of breath midway, lacking the strength to reach the peak.

Approaching the summit, at the end of the path, two guards were already stationed there.

Dean Tianyi handed over a letter.

Seeing this, the guards’ expressions instantly eased considerably.

Unfolding it, they learned of the two’s identities.

"Dean Tianyi, Junior Master Hao has been waiting for you a long time, you finally arrived."

As they spoke, one of the guards prepared to lead Dean Tianyi away.

Dean Tianyi waved his hand, smiling.

"No rush, let’s not be hasty, this old man must first pay a visit to the Moon Bamboo Peak Master before going to see him.

Tell that old fellow to prepare good wine and food, be ready and waiting."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han understood.

It seems there are still old acquaintances of the Dean on Xiaoyao Peak.

"Dean, you go ahead and meet your old friend.

At Moon Bamboo Peak, it is I who owe a debt of gratitude, I shall go myself.

Besides, you are the senior, and she would have to salute you upon meeting..."

Hearing Shen Han say this made sense.

After pondering for a moment, Dean Tianyi took out a box and handed it to Shen Han.

"This is the gift this old man prepared, after all, the Moon Bamboo Peak Master saved you, and Tianyi Academy should make some gesture.

Convey it on my behalf.

As for other matters, you have always adhered to propriety, so you can decide for yourself."

Saying this, Dean Tianyi let the guards lead the way ahead, accompanying him to his old friend.

Watching Dean Tianyi leave, Shen Han was actually a bit secretly pleased inside.

Going alone to visit Shi Yuezhu was more relaxed, without so many concerns, less constrained.

Inquiring with the guards about the way to Moon Bamboo Peak, Shen Han went on his way alone.

Between the surrounding peaks, there was also a kind of mechanism connecting them.

Riding this mechanism, Shen Han observed the entire Xiaoyao Peak landscape along the way.

Moon Bamboo Peak was named after Shi Yuezhu, from this alone one can guess this peak was incorporated into Xiaoyao Peak later.

It was still quite far from where Shen Han currently was.

Walking along, one could understand that Xiaoyao Peak was truly a Holy Land for Sword Cultivators.

Here, the atmosphere of Sword Dao cultivation was exceptionally strong.

Along the way, one could often see disciples practicing swordsmanship on the peak, their every move carrying a chilling aura.

Speaking solely of the strength in Sword Dao, even students from the Mountain Sea Academy might fall short.

Walking further, several disciples of Xiaoyao Peak seemed to set their eyes on him.

Seeing them approaching, Shen Han slightly furrowed his brows, unsure of their intentions.

"Are you... Shen Han?"

Hearing them call his name, Shen Han was somewhat surprised and hesitated for a moment.

"I beg your pardon, fellow Daoists, but I really can’t recall when we met..."

"It’s normal that you don’t know us; we haven’t spoken before.

It’s just that the last time you had a bout with Junior Sister Jingyu, we happened to be in the Capital City and were fortunate to witness that duel."