Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes-Chapter 341 - 340: Duel, Zhu Mingxiang

The two have been sparring for so long, Shen Han has clearly been at a disadvantage.

But in the end, how could it be Shen Han who won...

Not only the people of Qi Country are upset, even those of Yan Country feel disappointed.

Clearly just a bit short, how did it end up like this?

In the eyes of many, it was luck that meddled in the result.

Shen Han pretended to be panting heavily, then looked towards Prince Qingyuan’s personal guard.

This time, before Shen Han spoke, he had already understood.

He quickly walked to the center of the field and led another carriage back.

A fully-loaded carriage, four in total...

Just as Shen Han had thought, as soon as they started fighting, he began to show signs of falling behind.

Since he dared to accept the challenge, why would they not dare.

No time for Shen Han to catch his breath, on the Yan Country side.

A resource-laden carriage was led up, and yet another nobleman stepped forward.

Holding a folding fan, looking like a graceful prince.

Facing each other, this nobleman from Yan Country was very poised, showing courtesy.

With a gentle smile on his face, but saying nothing.

Such demeanor attracted several glances from the women.

Suddenly, he swung the folding fan in his hand.

The landscapes painted on the fan unfolded abruptly.

A phantom of a towering mountain oppressed...

Shen Han feigned a clumsy dodge, even his sword shadow smashed into those phantoms, all shattered.

The people of Great Wei already saw it, this nobleman from Yan Country was already in the Fifth Grade Half-Step Realm!

The gap in strength and realm laid bare, this time Shen Han seemed unlikely to win.

Losing this round costs a carriage of resources, but overall he won three back.

Not bad...

The crowd already had expectations, yet in the field, Shen Han persisted.

Countless phantoms surrounded him, advancing relentlessly.

Shen Han’s face showed worry, without any trace of victory.

The sky started to darken, this nobleman from Yan Country seemed eager to end this farce sooner.

With a concentrated mind, he prepared to suppress Shen Han with overwhelming phenomena.

But right at that moment, Shen Han’s sword passed through the mountain phenomena.

The sword’s edge sharp, gleaming with cold light.

He could already feel the chill at his throat.

Like the young man from Qi Country before, defeated at the last moment...

Seeing this, Prince Qingyuan’s guard rushed in and dragged away a carriage of resources.

The fifth carriage...

Winning continuously against two, although the victories were hard-fought.

Yet the perception of Shen Han by the people of Qi and Yan Countries drastically changed.

This Shen Han is tougher to subdue than imagined.

Even when at a disadvantage, this terrifying perseverance seizing the opportunity...

But there is no reason for the people of the Qi and Yan Countries to fear, this kind of wheel battle.

Even if Shen Han’s strength slightly exceeds theirs, he cannot keep winning.

While contemplating, another from Qi Country took up the fight.

The sparring lasted nearly three quarters of an hour, with Shen Han suppressed very awkwardly.

But oddly, Shen Han was victorious again.

In three consecutive bouts, the results were the same.

Unwilling to believe, but the crowd began to suspect Shen Han might be doing this deliberately...

Panting heavily, Shen Han pretended to be in a difficult situation, speaking once more: "Is there anyone else willing to duel with me?"

The tone remained indifferent but to the people of Great Wei, it resonated powerfully, full of swagger.

Especially when the news, this phrase, returned to the capital city of Great Wei, the citizens felt not only immense satisfaction but also a sudden surge of pride.

Among the crowd, various rumors began spreading.

It is said that Minister Yingtian Elder Chu accused Shen Han of being surrounded by misfortune for self-gain.

Looking at it now, is Shen Han an omen of misfortune?

He has won back six carriages of resources for Great Wei!

If this is misfortune, one wonders what would be considered auspicious then.

Originally loyal officials, now changed to polarized opinions.

In the competition venue in Ming City.

Shen Han stood among it, gazing towards the people of Qi and Yan Countries.

But for a while, no one entered the field.

Among the spectators from Great Wei around the competition venue, there was genuine satisfaction in their hearts.

With Shen Han’s sole effort, he directly won back six full carriages of resources!

Though calculating it, Great Wei remains in a deficit.

But winning back so much, it was already commendable.

Besides winning resources back, Great Wei regained its dignity.

If not for Shen Han’s efforts here, perhaps in the coming years, not just Qi and Yan might look down on Great Wei.

Even those small countries might not respect Great Wei as they did before.

"It’s getting late, if no one steps up, this competition will end here."

Shen Han panted but maintained a calm demeanor.

After winning six consecutive rounds, who under the age of twenty-two would dare to duel with Shen Han?

Such a cross-level victory already parallels Shen Ye’s performance four years ago.

Those who mocked Shen Han before.

Qi Country’s Nanfeng Lin and Yan Country’s Zhu Mingxiang, both showed unpleasant expressions now.

"If no one, then I shall take my leave."

While speaking, Shen Han waved his hand, signaling the senior guards to drag away the resources carriage back to Great Wei.

And just as the personal guard senior grabbed the reins, Zhu Mingxiang leaped out from the opposite side.

With a long spear in hand, she thrust it straight into the stone slab before her.

The force was fierce, far stronger than those before her.

"Can I have a spar with you?"

Zhu Mingxiang maintained her cold expression, but this time, her eyes slightly took in Shen Han.

As soon as she spoke, the crowd from Great Wei began to noisily protest.

Their words were calling Zhu Mingxiang shameless.

Being four years older than Shen Han, she had every advantage, who would dare compete with her?

Perhaps she realized her invitation was inappropriate, so she pondered a moment before speaking again.

"If I win, I only demand one cart of resources. If I lose, I will lose two carts to Wei Country, how does that sound?"

While Zhu Mingxiang spoke, the crowd from Great Wei still mocked her.

With so many advantages, it’s not easy for her to lose.

"Two carts won’t do, then let’s say four carts."

Seeing your utter lack of respect for your elder brother, it seems you consider your own strength to rival his.

If Shen Ye dared to battle me, then you, Shen Han, should dare as well."

Zhu Mingxiang’s tone remained indifferent.

She greatly esteemed Shen Ye, after all, Shen Ye had once defeated her, winning both her heart and mind.

But Shen Han, in her eyes, was far inferior.

As Shen Han prepared to speak in the competition arena, the leader from Great Wei’s delegation entered swiftly.

He rapidly approached Shen Han: "Do not accept her challenge.

This Zhu Mingxiang is already so many years older than you, truly to compete, wait another thirty years for everyone to practice.

Now, she holds too many advantages over you.

Furthermore, Zhu Mingxiang is not only older than you, she is also the strongest young talent in Yan Country.

Don’t do anything foolish."

The tutor showed signs of worry on his face.

In truth, Shen Han had already performed excellently, no need to battle her again.

Just let Yan and Qi Country fail, leaving them frustrated.

Moreover, Shen Han’s unbeaten record would invigorate the Great Wei people greatly.

Upon hearing the words from the tutor of Great Wei, Zhu Mingxiang stepped forth again.

"Within two ke, if I haven’t defeated you, then you can consider it a victory for yourself, how about it?

Under these conditions, you only need to avoid my spear to have a chance of winning.

Besides, if you win, Yan Country will lose four carts of fully loaded resources to you."

Zhu Mingxiang added yet another condition, seemingly favorable to Shen Han.

But the leader by his side had grown even more stern.

"Shen Han, her confidence in winning within two ke surely means she has a plan.

Don’t fall for it."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han smiled at the leader beside him. 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

"She has confidence in defeating me, and I too have confidence in defeating her.

Thank you for your guidance, but please, let me try this once."

Shen Han showed courtesy and spoke earnestly.

He looked at Shen Han.

His gaze was firm, showing no sign of fear.

His heart was still worried, but eventually, he stepped aside.

Shen Han had already won six carts of resources for Great Wei; losing once wouldn’t be such a big deal.

Besides, Shen Han daring to challenge Zhu Mingxiang, a genius four years his senior, was commendable in and of itself.

This bravery alone warranted praise.

Having made up his mind, Shen Han looked towards Zhu Mingxiang before him.

"Please, bring forth the four carts."

Shen Han remained indifferent to this woman named Zhu Mingxiang, harboring more dislike.

They met by chance with no connection.

Upon hearing about the conflict between him and Shen Ye, her words turned derogatory towards him.

At the edge of the competition arena, the Yan Country already brought forth four carts.

If Shen Han could win against her.

Calculating it, Shen Han would have won back ten carts.

In this way, Great Wei’s competition would no longer suffer losses but gain a profit.

However, this was only if...

"You’re more formidable than I imagined.

Perhaps that is why you are somewhat confident you can surpass Shen Ye.

But I still want to advise you, there remains a significant gap between you and Shen Ye.

He is one of the few who have ever combined Scholar’s Skill and Martial Arts Technique most effectively.

In the future, he might even establish a sect.

Hurting him brings no benefit to your Shen Family or your Great Wei.

Moreover, harming him, you rely on those underhanded methods like hidden weapons.

If you have true skill, you should defeat him by your own power."

After Zhu Mingxiang finished her words, she drew out her spear.

The spear tip gleamed like blood, casting a mere glance revealed its majesty.

Her lengthy words, Shen Han heard with nothing more than a faint smile.

In her mind, the image of Shen Ye was towering and perfect.

Apparently only others would harm him; he would never harm others.

Shen Han held his longsword sideways, with the sluggish array already activated.

"Miss Zhu, if you lose to him, I’ll be laughing at you for a lifetime~

And Shen Ye, don’t count on surpassing him either."

Not far away, Nanfeng Lin from Qi Country chuckled confidently.