In the main hall, Madam Yun and the Patriarch Yun of the Yun Family were both taken aback by Han Shen's words.

In their impression, Han Shen always had a gentle smile on his face and had never spoken such harsh words.

Today's words from Shen Lingsheng really made Han Shen angry.

"Little Han... The Shen Family's influence is vast, and they hold military power...

Their connections run deep..."

Madam Yun's face was full of concern, as young people are always eager for confrontation and strife.

During these days, Han Shen had showcased his talents.

He reached the eightieth floor at the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering and even helped the Yun Family comprehend Pill Formulas and Medicine-Refining Techniques.

But to oppose the entire Shen Family was still filled with danger.

Moreover, in this generation of the Shen Family, there was still a prodigy, Shen Ye.

In both martial practice and scholarly pursuits, he was exceedingly outstanding.

Throughout Great Wei, countless forces sought to forge connections with Shen Ye.

It was one thing to stand against the Shen Family, but to think of harming their members would definitely provoke ruthless retaliation.

How could Madam Yun not be worried?

Han Shen slightly calmed himself down.

"Third Madam, Grandfather, please rest assured.

I won't foolishly rush to clash swords with the Shen Family, I'm not that reckless.

The Imperial Family bestowed Su Jinyu in marriage to me, merely as a means to curb the Shen Family's power...

If that's the case, why can't I leverage the hand of the Imperial Family?

The Imperial Family doesn't want the Shen Family's influence to be pervasive, just like I wish for the Shen Family's decline..."

Han Shen did not continue, but both Patriarch Yun and Madam Yun naturally understood what Han Shen wanted to express.

Madam Yun thought for a moment, her eyes filled with worry, yet she nodded with agreement.

"As long as you can protect your own safety, that will suffice..."

This time, Han Shen's refusal to cooperate in breaking off the engagement nearly severed all ties with the Shen Family.

Even if Han Shen doesn't oppose the Shen Family, the Shen Family might still want to severely punish him.

Beside her, the Patriarch Yun listened to Han Shen's words, falling into deep thought.

Others might not know this, but he had been a dedicated alchemist for six to seventy years.

The Yun Family was a Medicine-Refining Family, and among many generations, the current Patriarch Yun could be said to have an exceptionally strong talent.

Through his own study and comprehension, he overcame the methods to refine many Middle Grade and High Grade Pills.

The Yun Family's current status, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say, relies significantly on him.

The Pill Formulas that even the top-talented Patriarch Yun couldn't fathom, Han Shen comprehended in a day or two.

And comprehended them thoroughly, with almost no errors.

This kind of talent in the Alchemy Dao is rare in the world.

Patriarch Yun thought that if Han Shen truly chose to go against the Shen Family, the future Shen Family might suffer great losses.

Returning to the courtyard, seeing Cailing coming to greet him.

Madam Yun couldn't help but embrace her; it was these matters that shouldn't have involved her, making her unnecessarily entangled.

"Madam, did the Third Master say anything?"

Seeing Madam Yun's expression, she guessed for sure that Shen Lingsheng had said some harsh words.

Madam Yun hesitated for a moment but still revealed Shen Lingsheng's threats.

These were matters that Cailing needed to be aware of.

So that she could be cautious in the days to come.

Upon hearing Madam Yun's words, Cailing just smiled, appearing not too worried.

"Madam, don't worry yourself too much. You see, although the Third Master said before that he would break my leg, I'm still doing well now.~

The Third Master is just saying things to scare us."

It's unclear whether she said this to comfort her, or she truly thought so.

But Han Shen knew very well that his father, seasoned by battles, had a ruthless heart.

Seeing Cailing's optimistic expression, Han Shen felt increasingly guilty.

After all, it was because of her closeness to him that she encountered these dangers.

If she were like the others in the Shen Family Mansion, how could this happen?

All Han Shen could do now was to protect her as best he could.

Once the fifteenth of December passed, and all matters reached resolution, they could talk further.

The wedding with Su Jinyu had already been postponed once; this time, neither the Shen nor Su Families could find a reason for another delay.

Anyway, it was but seven days away.

The night was deep; Han Shen returned to his courtyard, his consciousness falling once more into the world expanded by the Gen Mountain Secret Technique.

This night, his heart carried some bitterness.

In practice, one should calm the mind and focus to enhance perception and growth.

But after meeting with Shen Lingsheng tonight, a fire burned in Han Shen's heart.

Having come to Great Wei, he originally just wanted to seek some leisurely freedom, to live in peace and security.

Yet now, Han Shen found it hard to conceal his anger.

Instead, he wanted to see the Shen Family fall into ruin, for Shen Lingsheng to end up worse than livestock.

With anger in his heart, he couldn't calm himself for practice.

Han Shen didn't bother suppressing his anger, and a Sword Shadow appeared in his hand.

If rage was this strong, then it called for a battle unto death.

In this space, the Sword Shadow suddenly manifested.

Han Shen had battled the Sword Shadow of Celestial Dao Sword Momentum over a hundred times.

Even now, stepping into the First Snow Realm of the Sixth Grade, he was still no match for the Celestial Dao Sword Momentum.

But today, Han Shen's approach was entirely different from usual.

Typically calm and composed, each of his moves considered the best choices under thought.

Eyes observing, ears listening, mind clear.

But now, Han Shen's eyes were filled only with ruthlessness.

The Sword Shadow in his hand glowed with a sharp brilliance.

Even the glow carried a hint of chill.

Han Shen did not hesitate, confronting the thrusting sword techniques of Celestial Dao Sword Momentum, facing any but lethal moves head-on.

Excruciating pain covered his body, yet the Sword Shadow in his hand never stopped.

A desperate intent in his heart led Han Shen to thrust forward.

With the body already approaching desperation, fearlessness embraced.

The Celestial Dao Sword Momentum, battling Han Shen, seemed unprepared for such a move from him.

This Sword Technique clearly embraced death.

The clash of Sword Shadows echoed a metallic tremor.

Sword Shadows continuously stabbed toward him, carving blood marks across his skin.

The body of a Sixth-Grade Martial Artist, enhanced by the Mountain and River Body Refining Skill and fortified by Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures.

It was already incredibly strong, but still, Celestial Dao Sword Momentum's Sword Shadow carved countless sword scars, blood dripping along the wounds.

Yet Han Shen paid no mind, his Sword Shadow directly aiming at the center of the Celestial Dao Sword Momentum.

Desperate intent, to be reborn by going toward death.

The Sword Shadow swept across, and the Celestial Dao Sword Momentum seemed heavily struck, countless Sword Shadows merged into one.

Descending from above, piercing through Han Shen's body.

Having crossed swords so many times, Han Shen, taking deep breaths, seemed to have forced the Celestial Dao Sword Momentum into this move for the first time.

He etched his insights just now in his heart.

Han Shen always knew he wasn't easily impulsive.

Rather, he normally pondered and considered before making decisions.

This wasn't necessarily negative.

But today, Han Shen faintly grasped a kind of intent.

This intent is: Desperate.

With desperate intent in his heart, fearlessness embraced.

Yet fearlessness could also bring rebirth by going toward death.

Han Shen internalized the realization of his earlier desperate intent.

In the progression to the Sixth Grade, intent was a chasm, comprehending one's own intent made further progression possible.

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