This duel was originally just a rumor circulating in the Capital City.

In terms of Great Wei, it was merely a competition between two youngsters.

According to everyone's expectations, Su Jinyu should have easily won this duel.

But the final result defied all predictions.

Shen Han, who was expected to not even withstand a test strike, actually defeated Su Jinyu.

Without a sound or trace, he had been hiding his strength, actually possessing the power of the Sixth Grade Half-Step Realm.

There's more to it; his talent in Sword Dao far surpassed even a prodigy like Su Jinyu.

In comparison in sword skills, Su Jinyu still lost.

This unexpected outcome accelerated the spread of the news.

Yun'an City, Anyang, Heluo City...

Within a day, the news spread everywhere.

At 5:00 AM, it was still dark outside, but in the Shen Mansion of Yun'an City, nearly everyone was already awake.

The house servants were summoned early to prepare and dress the family members.

The servants only knew that a message had arrived, a significant matter.

They thought it might be related to a problem with the Shen Family's troops in the east.

Everyone was quite anxious.

If something significant were to happen within the Shen Family, Madam Shen and the madams would have terrible tempers.

Perhaps if they were in a bad mood, they could just yell at someone.

In the reception hall.

Madam Shen sat at a high position, with Madam He and Madam Xie sitting beside her.

"Madam Shen, what on earth has happened to make you so worried...

Could it be that something has happened to the eldest master at the front line?"

Mentioning her husband made Madam He even more nervous.

Anyone could be in trouble, but her husband must not be...

Upon hearing Madam He's words, Madam Shen repeatedly stood up: "Nonsense, what are you talking about? The master has been stationed at the border for many years, what could happen?"

Madam He and Madam Xie, who were beside her, were already extremely uneasy.

Their brows were furrowed, wondering about all the possible terrible things that might have happened.

Seeing this, Madam Shen no longer concealed the truth.

"An hour ago, news came from the Capital City.

Shen Han, that unfilial son, when dueling with Su Jinyu, overcame her..."

The two madams beside frowned, not immediately understanding the meaning of "overcame her."

For a moment, it took them some time to realize.

"Madam Shen, you must be joking. Although Jinyu is a bit inferior to Shen Ye,

she still carries the title of a prodigy, there's no way she could lose to Shen Han."

Madam He chuckled, thinking it was a joke.

But after she finished speaking, Madam Shen remained solemn and did not refute, just looking at her.

Seeing this, Madam He started to somewhat believe...

"Madam Shen, Jinyu is someone with Sixth Grade Half-Step Realm strength.

Shen Han is of the same age as Jinyu, and even a few months younger.

At his age, it should be impossible for Shen Han just to reach the Sixth Grade, let alone Sixth Grade Half-Step."

Although Madam He did not practice the Martial Path, she was from the He Family, a big household, and had seen much since a young age.

Moreover, her son, Shen Ye, also practiced in her courtyard, so she understood these difficulties.

Yet, Madam Shen sitting at the high position nodded her head.

"We were all kept in the dark, completely unaware of Shen Han, that unfilial son...

According to logic, Shen Han should be as you said.

Finding it difficult to advance to Sixth Grade, let alone stepping into the Sixth Grade Half-Step.

But the fact is before our eyes, he indeed possesses Sixth Grade Half-Step Realm strength."

Madam Shen looked at Madam He and Madam Xie before her.

Upon learning this, logically, Madam Shen should be very shocked and anxious.

But at this moment, there was an exhausted expression on Madam Shen's face.

Besides fatigue, there was no surprise, no delight, no fear, no worry.

As if everything had been seen through, everything was disregarded.

"Madam Shen... what's wrong with you..."

Madam Shen gently waved her hand and continued speaking.

"Over eighteen years old, Sixth Grade Half-Step Realm.

As an administrator of the mansion's affairs, I completely underestimated such a junior of the Shen Family.

But it's not just about rapid Cultivation Realm advancement; this time, defeating Su Jinyu also proved his exceptional talent in Sword Dao...

I shouldn't say 'exceptional', it should be 'rare in the world'.

Even Su Jinyu, carrying the title of a prodigy, lost to him, what more is there to say..."

Listening to this, Madam He's face changed to an unpleasant look.

Still, the news was too shocking; she was still somewhat in disbelief.

"Madam Shen, is this true? Are there any witnesses present?"

At these words, Madam Shen couldn't help but scoff lightly.

"Witnesses? Everyone in the Capital knows, if you need proof, just randomly pick someone from the Capital."

Tossing out these cold words, Madam Shen stood up.

The maid Cai Xue by her side tried to assist her, but was stopped by a hand gesture.

"Just wait, wait to see how the master will punish us when he returns."

Leaving these words, Madam Shen swayed as she departed.

Madam Shen at this moment had not even the heart to plead for forgiveness from her master.

She had always criticized Shen Han for this and that.

He was constantly subjected to various forms of ill-treatment living in the Shen Mansion.

Even after he had shown promise in the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering, as a grandmother, she continued to suppress him.

Her master had not pursued it, not because he didn't see or understand.

But because he didn't want to pursue it.

But now with Shen Han's astonishing display, if Shen Qingshan doesn't punish, it might be a hurdle even he can't cross in his heart.

Left in the hall, Madam He and Madam Xie exchanged glances.

Thinking it over, Madam He decided to ask the maid beside her to bring over the Sound Transmission Magical Artifact.

In the Capital, she still had her informants.

The sky outside was already starting to brighten, approaching 7:00 AM, it's about time to rise, even if resting.

Shortly, an echo came from the Sound Transmission Magical Artifact.

As Madam Shen stated, in yesterday's duel.

Shen Han defeated Su Jinyu...

It wasn't just a simple victory; before the duel, Su Jinyu had made a bold claim.

Stating if Shen Han won, Su Jinyu would agree to any of his requests, even becoming his servant if need be...

Hearing this, Madam He finally understood the gravity of the situation.

Not only had Shen Han emerged, stepping into the ranks of the prodigies.

But because of this bet, even her designated daughter-in-law might be lost.

Moreover, Shen Ye was ambushed by the president of Tianyi Academy and suffered minor injuries.

At this moment, Madam He's face was extremely unpleasant.

Apart from feeling sorry for her son's injury.

Thinking of Shen Han, it was like a pair of hands was fiercely gripping her heart.

The person she used to look down upon, as insignificant as dust, was now starting to ascend the heights.

This would be extremely uncomfortable for anyone.

"The world truly is unfair, for Shen Han to have such a day!"

Madam He muttered to herself, feeling as if a huge stone was lodged in her chest.

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