After the fierce storm passed, the world gradually returned to peace. A fine drizzle fell from the sky, like a layer of green gauze gently spreading across the mortal realm.
Water droplets slid slowly down the emerald-green leaves. The air carried a hint of refreshing sweetness. Countless stains were washed away, revealing the original pure appearance.
The road had accumulated many puddles of various sizes. The ground was a bit muddy, and the gathered water formed a small stream by the roadside, flowing along the terrain to who-knows-where.
Shen Han Yu stood by the window, looking at the light rain outside, in quite a good mood. He said with some emotion:
"If only life could always be this comfortable."
The Snow Empress pushed the door open, carrying a cup of clear tea, and happened to hear Shen Han Yu's sigh. With an expressionless face, she said:
"Don't forget you still have your God Examination ahead. All of this is only temporary. Your life is destined to never be peaceful and comfortable."
Shen Han Yu smiled nonchalantly, took the cup of clear tea, and took a light sip. A faint fragrance entered his nose, bitter with a touch of sweetness.
"Anyone or anything standing in my way will eventually disappear completely. I don't know how long that process will take, but that day will come eventually."
The Snow Empress didn't want to pay attention to Shen Han Yu. Yesterday she had been hugged around the waist by him, and she felt it necessary to teach him a little lesson. Otherwise, it wouldn't be long before this guy would push his luck further, and her chastity might end up being completely handed over here.
Yet strangely, she had no intention of refusing, which left the always aloof and proud Snow Empress somewhat headache-ridden and at a loss.
Shen Han Yu, meanwhile, looked at the Snow Empress's somewhat tsundere back and revealed a shallow smile.
Once emotions get involved, they are like bone-corroding poison, extremely difficult to remove. No matter how powerful a being is, they cannot sever the threads of affection. Not to mention, this is the continent famous for "love", the Love Continent. Everyone more or less has some special attributes.
…
The sound of drizzling rain continued. Shen Han Yu still received the final results of this tournament first.
Surprisingly, under the leadership of that bootlicker captain Feng Xiaotian, the Kamikaze Academy completely crushed the Blazing Fire Team where his goddess was, advancing straight into the final decisive battle. As for Thunderclap Academy, Shen Han Yu found it hard to understand. Recent weather should have been very favorable to them, yet they still lost to Blazing Fire Academy.
As for Kamikaze versus Tianshui, Shen Han Yu didn't even think about watching it. Battles without suspense rarely hold any fun.
…
The final result was as Shen Han Yu expected. The few girls spent a bit of effort and completely threw Kamikaze Academy down.
Shui Bing'er's full-power released chill could almost directly freeze an ordinary Soul Sage, not to mention there was also Shen Liuyu, a high-rank Soul Sage close to Soul King, holding the line. In every aspect, it was a complete victory; losing was practically impossible.
That soul bone was sent back by Shui Ningbing. Her standards had been constantly rising recently; this level of soul bone naturally couldn't catch her eye. As for the seedlings of the Tianshui Team, she was even more reluctant to let them use this soul bone. All things considered, after nearly a week, this soul bone returned to its favorite spot—propping up the corner of the table.
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Two special guests arrived at the small courtyard.
Shen Han Yu didn't know how Sword Douluo and Ning Fengzhi found this place, but he didn't care. He could guess part of their purpose.
Ning Fengzhi surveyed the layout and furnishings around them, smiling lightly and saying:
"I don't know how I should address you, Your Eminence… or…"
Shen Han Yu felt it was a bit strange, but still nodded and said:
"Sect Master Ning, feel free. No matter what, you and Sword Douluo Eminence are still my seniors."
Ning Fengzhi smiled and said with emotion:
"A Title Douluo in his teens… If this news spreads, who knows how many storms it will stir up. Compared to you, the glory Tang Hao created has become a complete joke."
Shen Han Yu spread his hands somewhat helplessly and said:
"It's all due to opportunity. I'm helpless too."
Sword Douluo took a light sip of tea, then his narrow sword-like brows glanced at Shen Han Yu. A smile appeared as he said:
"You really aren't humble at all. Compared to those who achieve a little and wish the whole continent knew about it, you are much more frank."
…
After some back-and-forth conversation ×n
Shen Han Yu looked at the teapot that was almost empty and said helplessly:
"What exactly do the two of you want to say? Just say it directly."
Ning Fengzhi chuckled lightly and said:
"Young people shouldn't be so impatient. Calm down…"
Shen Han Yu spread his hands helplessly and said:
"The method to absorb soul rings across ranks, I cannot hand it over to outsiders at this critical moment. You two don't need to try hard. If there's anything else, just say it straight."
Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo exchanged a glance, then smiled and said:
"Anything you can think of, how could I not think of it? We came for those geniuses, and our purpose now is the same."
Shen Han Yu was stunned, then shook his head and said:
"I cannot join any faction or organization. I'm used to being idle and don't have such a strong sense of responsibility."
Ning Fengzhi smiled nonchalantly and said:
"I've investigated your background. Your parents' strength isn't strong. Have you ever thought that when you make a resounding name across the continent, the pressure and threats they will face will become greater? Although Dean Shui has now broken through to Title Douluo, she cannot protect your parents while also safeguarding Tianshui Academy at the same time."
"And sooner or later, you will have to leave Element City. Your younger sister is also here; you cannot be at ease. Don't try to fool me and Uncle Jian. In the past, for more than ten years, you rarely stayed obediently in one place. A person like you will not remain in tranquility forever. You need someone to protect the people and things you care about so you can be at ease…"
Shen Han Yu slowly sat up straight, a smile appearing at the corner of his mouth. He was somewhat amazed at Ning Fengzhi's mind and wisdom; he had so quickly thought of the problem he had no choice but to face. His interest in talking with smart people had never changed from the beginning to the end. Right now, Shen Han Yu said with great interest:
"Sect Master Ning truly deserves to be the master of a sect. Your words hit the nail on the head."
Ning Fengzhi took another sip of tea and said with a faint smile:
"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect can gain your trust and can also become the strongest backing for your family when you are not around. Uncle Jian and I do not need you to give anything; just give us a promise that you will not stand against us in the future."
Shen Han Yu's knuckles tapped on the tabletop, then he said softly:
"It seems like a very unfair deal, but in reality, you two aren't losing anything at all…"
Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly and said:
"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is a whole, and I am both the sect master and a qualified businessman. I understand what is worth investing in and what can bring returns. Businessmen value credibility and profit the most. Business needs allies, while small street stalls do not; that is the difference."
Shen Han Yu nodded, thinking to himself: You invested in Tang San and almost bankrupted the sect, yet now you're painting pies so well.
After a long pause, Shen Han Yu smiled and said:
"It sounds like a feasible deal, but I need more guarantees. In other words, you haven't given me any substantial assurance."
Ning Fengzhi was not surprised at all and said directly:
"The sect's higher-ups and I can swear on our martial souls."
Shen Han Yu's gaze turned to Sword Douluo.
Sword Douluo's sword-like brows raised slightly. Word by word, he said:
"A sword holder reveres his true heart. The sword is my heart. I disdain destroying my sword heart to deceive a kid like you…"
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