Returning to the small courtyard.

It was already past 5:00 PM, and the sky began to darken gradually.

Three classmates invited Shen Han to have dinner together, but Shen Han gently declined.

After sitting in the house for a while, he went to the yard again and sat on a stone chair.

After sitting for a while, he stood up again.

He paced back and forth in the yard as if appreciating the entire courtyard's appearance.

In Su Zhensheng's eyes, the incredibly composed Shen Han seemed a little flustered at this moment.

Although he tried hard to cover it up, a trace of it could still be seen.

"Injured, shouldn't you rest well in the house?

Why are you pacing back and forth in the yard like this?"

A familiar gentle voice fell beside him.

Shen Han could still maintain some demeanor, keeping a calm appearance.

"Thank you for your concern, Moon Bamboo Peak Master, it's just some minor injuries, it's nothing serious.

Moreover, the academy's physician has already examined me, it's nothing serious."

Upon hearing Shen Han's response, Shi Yuezhu took a slightly serious look at him.

"Luo Zuchen is a formidable Third Grade Fruit Realm expert, and there are even rumors he's on the brink of advancing to Second Grade.

Such a powerful opponent, even a casual move, is not something you can easily withstand.

Extend your hand."

The tone remained gentle, but Shi Yuezhu's words brooked no argument.

Seeing Shen Han being slow to extend his hand, she even reached out and directly grabbed his wrist, pulling it closer to herself.

Her fingers gently touched Shen Han's wrist, probing his condition.

With this pull, they were slightly closer to each other.

Since leaving Qianyang Country's border, the two had never been this close again.

The disparity in status and even in seniority was apparent.

In front of others, they always had to maintain some distance.

On his wrist, Shi Yuezhu's fingers gently touched the pulse.

Shen Han could clearly feel the warmth at her fingertips, very distinctly.

Besides, standing a bit too close,

his nose was surrounded by a faint fragrance, just like back in Qianyang Country...

The scent was very pleasant, and Shen Han couldn't help but gently move a step towards Shi Yuezhu's side.

Merely moving a step slightly, Shi Yuezhu still noticed.

She lifted her eyes slightly, looked at Shen Han, but said nothing.

After a moment, Shen Han moved back a little.

The previous action indeed seemed a bit like a lecher, as if his character was somewhat indecent...

After a while, Shi Yuezhu gently released Shen Han's hand.

"You've recovered quite well, a little dietary supplement would be even better."

Shi Yuezhu, like a physician, softly assessed Shen Han's injury.

After the examination, they distanced themselves a little.

They spoke ten feet apart.

"Hmm..."

Shen Han nodded, accepting the advice.

When other elders advised and examined him, he would offer his gratitude with a bow.

But looking at Shi Yuezhu in front of him, Shen Han didn't want to do that.

The sky grew darker, and Shen Han lit the lanterns nearby.

Under the dim light, Shi Yuezhu's gentle temperament appeared even softer.

Shi Yuezhu was already a Third Grade expert, and Shen Han's slight glances couldn't escape her eyes.

Her lips unconsciously curled into a faint smile.

After a period of silence, Shi Yuezhu suddenly took out an inner armor and handed it to Shen Han.

"Take this inner armor, wear it often in everyday life.

This is an item I happened to come across recently during my training, and it just happened to be put to good use.

Although it's not a precious item, having an armor on can at least withstand some lunatic's sneak attacks."

Shi Yuezhu spoke as if the inner armor was truly ordinary.

Handing it casually to Shen Han.

However, Shen Han looked at the inner armor in front of him, and for a long time, its attributes did not appear.

If it were grey, white, or blue attributes, his current spiritual power should have seen through it already.

But now, there was no sign...

Focusing his gaze, Shen Han concentrated as much as possible.

Logically speaking, even a purple attribute should have appeared by now.

But still, he couldn't see...

After a while, the attributes finally appeared.

Just as Shen Han thought.

Orange attribute...

In Shi Yuezhu's mouth, this seemingly unremarkable inner armor had an orange attribute.

[Inner Armor of Unblemished Protection]

The orange attribute emitted a faint golden light, proclaiming its extraordinariness.

This inner armor seemed ordinary but was actually full of mysteries.

Thinking of this, Shen Han hesitated for a moment, then handed the inner armor back to Shi Yuezhu.

Shi Yuezhu was slightly stunned and asked softly, "Is it somewhat unappealing..."

Hearing this, Shen Han shook his head.

"It's not distasteful, but you deceived me, so I should not want this item..."

Upon hearing this, Shi Yuezhu seemed somewhat puzzled: "When did I deceive you..."

"This inner armor is not an ordinary item at all, even with Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures, it can't be exchanged.

As you say, it's not something precious..."

A trace of helplessness appeared on Shi Yuezhu's face.

She didn't expect Shen Han to see through its extraordinariness at a glance...

Thinking about it, Shi Yuezhu no longer spoke about the item.

"Your previous injury was caused by Luo Zuchen of Mountain Sea Academy.

This Luo Zuchen is known as a madman throughout Great Wei, acting completely unruly.

Moreover, in recent years, he has even shown a trend of breaking through Third Grade and advancing to Second-Grade Immortal Realm.

He's already arrogant, and if he advances, he'll surely show even more dominance.

The enmity between you and his good disciple Shen Ye is nearly visible to everyone.

If Shen Ye merely mentions it to Luo Zuchen, he might indeed attack recklessly."

Shi Yuezhu said seriously, which was also the reason she wanted to give this item to Shen Han.

Shen Han frowned: "I have Mr. Zhong Nan by my side, and the academy's headmaster, it should be fine..."

This explanation, Shi Yuezhu didn't agree with at all.

"You underestimate Luo Zuchen's madness.

He's a complete lunatic. If he's truly determined, he might even risk injury or death to harm you.

Above Third Grade Immortal, even a Sixth Grade Half-Step Realm couldn't withstand his single strike."

At this, Shi Yuezhu handed the inner armor back to Shen Han.

"Wear this inner armor always, at least in the face of that madman's sneak attack, you can withstand a blow.

With such breathing room, others will have the chance to intervene and save you."

The reasoning was indeed very sufficient and convincing.

But Shen Han was still a bit hesitant: "Such a divine object, surely rare. If you give it to me, what about you..."

"I have stepped into the Immortal Realm, not facing that much danger.

Besides, encountering perilous events, this one inner armor can't turn the tide."

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