On the way to Mr. Zhong Nan's courtyard, Shen Han had been frowning, feeling very uncomfortable.

The rumors had spread so widely, he wondered if everyone would end up knowing.

Three people make a tiger; the more it spreads, the more it might seem true.

If it reached Shi Yuezhu, what would she think...

That Qiu Shuyin is truly head over heels in love, willing to do anything to create a connection with Shen Ye.

Especially fabricating these rumors, it's really disgusting.

It takes just one mouth to spread rumors, but refuting them costs one dearly.

Shen Han contemplated but couldn't think of a good way to stop these rumors quickly.

The tutors' courtyards are all in one place.

Along the way, he passed by Dugu Tian's small courtyard.

During this period of recovery, Dugu Tian seemed to have gotten a lot better.

Taking advantage of the fresh morning, he was stretching his body outside.

Shen Han has always been respectful and would courteously greet other tutors in the academy.

But today, upon seeing Dugu Tian, Shen Han simply glanced at him and then walked away expressionlessly.

This Dugu Tian, as a teacher, lacks the virtue of a teacher.

Under his tutelage, let alone improving and growing, the students' temperaments would probably suffer immensely.

Such a person is truly undeserving of Shen Han's respect as a tutor.

Dugu Tian, stretching his muscles at the courtyard gate, naturally saw Shen Han too.

He also noticed Shen Han's attitude towards him.

His face immediately turned cold, muttering under his breath.

It's not hard to imagine that what Dugu Tian muttered were derogatory, cursing words.

In his eyes, even though he lost to Shen Han and was utterly embarrassed.

The students from Tianyi Academy were still far inferior to those from Mountain Sea Academy.

Mr. Zhong Nan's residence was on the east side.

The small courtyard had an ancient charm, with entwining plants around the walls.

The scenery was indeed impressive.

Knocking on the gate, Mr. Zhong Nan must have seen him, for he came out of the house shortly after.

"Mr. Zhong."

Seeing Zhong Nan, Shen Han immediately greeted him with respect.

"What a coincidence, I have something to discuss with you."

Mr. Zhong Nan smiled as he spoke, preparing to pour tea for Shen Han.

Seeing this, Shen Han quickly stood up and took the teapot.

As a student, it's not right to let the teacher pour tea for him.

Looking at Shen Han before him, Zhong Nan liked him even more.

Which other young person possessed such manners and understanding?

Moreover, Shen Han was extremely gifted, having already reached the Sixth Grade in strength.

To have such talent at the age of eighteen, other young people would've been conceited.

Proud and arrogant, like Shen Ao, who at a young age looked down on others for his achievements.

"Mr. Zhong, I came today to deliver the Vermilion Cloud Ginseng Pill.

The pill is ready, please keep it safe."

Saying this, Shen Han took out a small square box.

The box was ordinary, without many patterns.

But when opened, a medicinal aroma wafted out, accompanied by the unique bloody scent of the Vermilion Cloud Ginseng.

Seeing the pill before him, Mr. Zhong Nan's eyes widened significantly.

Although Shen Han had mentioned gifting him a Vermilion Cloud Ginseng Pill, it was still hard to believe when it was presented before him.

Vermilion Cloud Ginseng, a treasure of Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures level, being given directly like this...

"Shen Han, this pill is indeed very precious..."

"If Mr. Zhong hadn't generously told me the location of the Secret Realm, I wouldn't have obtained the Vermilion Cloud Ginseng.

Getting one for myself was already a huge benefit."

Shen Han smiled and pushed the pill towards Mr. Zhong Nan again.

After a moment's hesitation, Mr. Zhong Nan still accepted the Vermilion Cloud Ginseng Pill.

Shen Han kept another pill for himself.

In the path of cultivation, there are many challenges and obstacles to face.

No one dares to say whether they will encounter problems with their meridians in the future.

Keeping one pill is like a safety rope for oneself.

For Mr. Zhong Nan, it was increasingly difficult to advance further in his cultivation.

The likelihood of encountering meridian issues was lessening.

Exchanging the pill for other magical treasures was the best choice.

Shen Han had no objections; since the pill was gifted to Mr. Zhong Nan, how he dealt with it was up to him.

He just made a small suggestion.

That Mr. Zhong Nan should not sell the pill to Dugu Tian.

Shen Han had ill feelings towards him and knew he needed it.

Zhong Nan also nodded in agreement, as he disliked Dugu Tian too, whose lack of virtue shamed the tutors at Tianyi Academy.

Seeing it was still early, a quarter to noon.

Zhong Nan called for an attendant to prepare a small feast.

The two continued to sit in the courtyard, sipping on tea.

"Before meeting you, I truly did not expect you to be such a young man.

Studious, courteous, exceptionally talented and with potential.

Even the arrogance seen in young nobles hadn't affected you..."

Mr. Zhong Nan looked at Shen Han, praising him without reservation.

Before meeting Shen Han, his impression was of the child betrothed to Su Jinyu.

That disgraced and underestimated Shen Family descendant.

Perhaps with vacant eyes and timid behavior.

Never imagined he'd be like this now.

Hearing this, Shen Han humbly clasped his hands: "In the past, life at the Shen Mansion was difficult.

Fortunately, Madam Yun often cared for me, providing clothing and meals.

Thus, living with some dignity and getting the chance to pursue cultivation."

As they chatted idly, Shen Han shared snippets of his past with Mr. Zhong Nan.

Upon learning of the Shen Family's ways, Zhong Nan couldn't help but frown.

Treating someone like this is no way to treat one's kin.

"Now that the Shen Family has grown increasingly estranged from you, as you grow, they must be even more worried."

Mr. Zhong Nan's words were spot on.

A despised descendant growing up would surely concern the family leaders.

Fearful of retribution from him.

Hearing this, Shen Han chuckled: "Their worries aren't unfounded. If I mature, I'd indeed return the suffering inflicted on me to the Shen Family."

Zhong Nan was taken aback; this seemingly mild-mannered young man.

Harbored resentment deep down.

A few moments past noon, the small feast was ready.

The tutor and the student shared some food.

At the table, Zhong Nan hesitated for a moment, but eventually brought up something he had wanted to say.

"Shen Han, you've reached the Sixth Grade in strength, and the academy can include you among the personally tutored students.

But once you're among them, your strength might no longer stay hidden..."

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