Chapter 71: Probably None Would Want to Break Off the Engagement

The Patriarch Yun fell silent at these words.

Madam Yun had also mentioned Shen Han’s circumstances in the letters she sent.

To find a perfect reason for breaking the engagement, the actions of the Shen Mansion were nothing short of treating Shen Han as an enemy.

Especially the attitude of Shen Han’s own father; there truly is nothing to yearn for in the Shen Family.

"Rest assured, with this Pill Formula, the Yun Family’s strength will definitely ascend to a new level.

Even if we face the Shen Family, we have the means to protect you."

The Patriarch Yun made a solemn promise.

Having said everything, the Patriarch Yun started summoning the most trusted members of the family to gather for a discussion.

Shen Han and Cailing were invited to sit aside and quietly listen.

Beside them were arranged various exquisite snacks and fruits.

After everyone arrived, before the Patriarch Yun could speak, many began asking questions first.

They questioned why the Yun Family needed to close its gates, which would severely impact the family’s Pill business.

The Pill business is the core economic lifeline of the Yun Family...

Facing these doubts, the Patriarch Yun directly produced several High Grade Pills.

In front of everyone, he began refining High Grade Pills.

In about two periods of time, the pill was formed.

A True Essence Pill thus appeared before everyone.

Each person present, having deeply studied the Alchemy Dao for decades, all without exception, stared eagerly at the True Essence Pill before them.

Their eyes sparkled as if gazing at a beautiful Fairy...

Some were even drooling...

Seeing everyone’s gaze, Cailing felt somewhat uncomfortable, thinking these middle-aged men seemed quite lecherous.

To produce a High Grade Pill in two periods, and judging by its color and fragrance, it was certainly of superb quality.

High Grade Pills have always been in short supply.

Most alchemists require three days, at least two days, to produce one High Grade Pill.

During these two days, every detail, from heat control to material ratio and pill formation method, must be flawless.

Previously, the Yun Family could produce such High Grade Pills, but only a few per month at most.

Besides the Patriarch Yun, who could stably produce a few, other alchemists in the family had low success rates in refining medicine.

But if they could switch to such a Pill Formula, the Yun Family would transform dramatically!

Throughout the discussion, the eyes of the Yun Family members sparkled with light.

The Patriarch Yun also introduced Shen Han and Cailing midway.

He only mentioned this Pill Formula for medicine refining.

He merely said that thanks to these two children, the Yun Family unexpectedly acquired this Pill Formula.

Regarding Shen Han’s own insights into the Pill Formula, the Patriarch Yun helped to keep it under wraps.

After the gathering, there was a sumptuous banquet.

Shen Han and Cailing were invited to sit at the principal guest seats.

"Tomorrow, let your uncle accompany you to the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering.

Although your uncle has focused on the Alchemy Dao in recent years, he has also practiced the Scholar’s Technique.

After dawdling for so many years, he has achieved a Fifth Grade Scholar’s strength, which is somewhat able to protect you."

Shen Han nodded slightly: "Thank you, Grandpa, besides, after the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering, Cailing may have to stay in the Yun Family..."

"Rest assured, this child has been with Shuang’Er for so many years, Shuang’Er treats her like her own daughter.

There’s no need to mention it, our Yun Family also knows how to protect her.

Shuang’Er should be returning to the Yun Mansion in these two days, so don’t worry."

The feeling in the Yun Family was indeed quite different from the Shen Family; it was much more comfortable to get along with.

At night, Shen Han was invited to rest in the guest room, not allowed to stay overnight in the Pill Room.

The day after tomorrow would be the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering, and a good state was needed even more.

During this period, Shen Han had become accustomed to cultivating and comprehending through the night.

His consciousness dived into his Sea of Consciousness, continuing to cultivate and comprehend in the vast world within.

As for his strength at the Sixth Grade First Snow Realm, he could now manage it proficiently.

With a single Thought, a hundred Sword Shadows formed in the vault of heaven.

Initially, he wasn’t very adept with the Flying Sword Soaring Heaven Momentum.

Even if he formed more than a hundred phantoms, a single move could deplete his energy.

But after reaching the Sixth Grade First Snow Realm, his control over his body achieved a substantial breakthrough.

Currently, he could at least execute the complete Flying Sword Soaring Heaven Momentum.

In the Sea of Consciousness, the sky stood with over a hundred Sword Shadows.

The Sword Intent’s pressure enveloped the surroundings.

If one’s Spiritual Power weren’t strong enough, the Sword Momentum’s pressure from the Flying Sword Soaring Heaven Momentum alone could bring them to their knees.

At the end of the Winter Month, the climate in the Great Wei grew noticeably colder.

In the early morning, upon seeing Cailing’s attire, Shen Han quickly pushed her inside to have her add an outer robe.

Having achieved the Sixth Grade First Snow Realm in the Martial Path, he could withstand the cold.

But Cailing, the little girl, didn’t have the Martial Path’s strength.

After changing, the two of them had breakfast at the Yun Mansion before setting out with their Yun Family uncle to Heyang City.

...

At the Rain Listening Pavilion in the Capital City, the raindrops by the eaves seemed fewer, with a lone drip sound after a long while.

Tomorrow would be the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering, and Su Jinyu’s maid was helping her with her coiffure.

Ordinarily, at home, Su Jinyu would have her black hair partially tied and wear minimal makeup, radiating a hint of laziness.

If she showed a smile, it would be like a star blossoming in the dark night sky.

It’s no wonder that even someone as talented as Shen Ye would be smitten with her.

But it wasn’t just because of Su Jinyu’s high talent.

In front of the bronze mirror, the maid attentively bound her hair.

The Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering is a grand event in the Great Wei.

Although not overly solemn, one should still dress decently and appropriately when attending.

"My lady is truly beautiful; even I, a girl, cannot help but be captivated~"

The maid, Qingcao, stood beside her with a smile, gazing at Su Jinyu with feigned deep affection.

"You mischievous girl, asking for a beating."

Su Jinyu was actually quite gentle, especially with those familiar to her, making her quite amiable.

The maid had been with her for many years; though nominally a master-servant relationship, Su Jinyu treated her as a sister.

"Miss, has Shen Han ever seen you before?"

After a moment’s thought, Su Jinyu nodded slightly.

"Last time, when I accompanied Ao’Er to the Shen Mansion as a guest, the Old Dowager didn’t summon him."

Su Jinyu had also heard about Shen Han’s unfavorable position in the Shen Mansion.

"This time, at the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering, if he sees my lady’s face, he might be even more reluctant to break off the engagement.

It’s difficult to imagine any man willing to break an engagement, given such a divine providence to be connected with you..."

Su Jinyu looked at herself in the bronze mirror, her expression unchanged.

"If Shen Han is willing to cooperate and sacrifice himself to annul this engagement, I can visit him once a year.

But his persistent pestering truly makes me detest him."

Su Jinyu’s embroidered eyebrows slightly furrowed as her thoughts wandered to the engagement, feeling somewhat vexed.