The harder it was to deal with Shen Han, the greater Shen Qingshan’s resentment towards her grew.
Thinking that it was her who had driven Shen Han to this point.
Of course, actually a big part of it was due to Madam Shen’s reasons.
Seeing that everyone was silent, Madam He knew she couldn’t choose to remain silent.
She had two sons, and the Shen Family’s legacy should be inherited by her sons.
With this thought, Madam He stood up.
"Old Duke, are you saying that you truly don’t want to care about Ye’Er and Ao’Er anymore...
Look at what Shen Han has done to them.
Ye’Er’s leg is broken, and Ao’Er has developed hysteria."
As Madam He continued speaking, her voice grew louder.
"Old Duke, you have always loved Ye’Er and Ao’Er the most, but now, if we go find Shen Han to reconcile and try to draw him in.
I can’t imagine how heartbroken these two children will be...
At that time, you might bring Shen Han back.
But there’s a high chance you’ll end up abandoning Ye’Er and Ao’Er."
Madam He’s words carried a hint of threat.
If Shen Han returns, then they might follow his lead in opposing the Shen Family.
Everyone around was momentarily stunned upon hearing this.
Shen Qingshan squinted his eyes slightly at her words.
"I’ll just assume you’re upset and spoke wrongly.
Slap yourself, and let’s put this matter to rest."
Daring to speak such rebellious words, Madam He must have truly been anxious.
She said such treasonous words that others didn’t even dare to defend her.
Madam He seemed to have realized she misspoke.
She gave herself two slaps directly on the mouth.
Though surrounded by maids and servants, she couldn’t skimp on these slaps.
After two slaps, Madam He’s mouth appeared somewhat swollen; she had hit herself quite hard.
Seeing Madam He slap herself, Shen Qingshan’s expression softened slightly.
"Today, we’ve been talking extensively about the hardships Shen Ao and Shen Ye suffered.
But let me speak bluntly.
Shen Han, this child, has never received any resources from the family.
Yet now, he easily surpasses Shen Ye.
Shen Ye couldn’t last a single move against Shen Han.
As for Shen Ao’s performance, mentioning it is even more humiliating for the Shen Family.
He was scared into developing hysteria."
While speaking, Shen Qingshan’s gaze landed on Shen Lingyong.
"Second brother, I see dissatisfaction in your eyes.
Tell me, if you were in the patriarch’s position, what would you choose?
Right now, let’s not talk about potential.
Even in terms of pure strength, Shen Han already exceeds his second uncle significantly.
If we don’t want such a talented younger generation, external forces would scramble to take them.
So tell me, what should I do?"
This was probably the third time Shen Qingshan suggested reconciling with Shen Han.
However, it seemed the others were all opposed, except for him.
"Father, I truly find it difficult to agree with what you said.
People of the Shen Family shouldn’t just look at talent and strength; we should also consider their character.
Shen Han is someone with poor morals, never having a heart to respect elders.
What use is having such a younger generation?
Bringing him back to the Shen Family will only anger us to death."
Shen Lingyong hesitated slightly while speaking.
"Big brother has been handling affairs outside for many years, and matters are already concluding.
If father invites Shen Han back, it might chill the hearts of big brother’s family."
Having brought Shen Lingwei up, Shen Qingshan had no choice but to hold his tongue.
"Very well, it’s up to you all. I’m old now, and the future belongs to you.
Do as you see fit.
Just think carefully, each and every one of you.
Previously, to deal with Shen Han, even Luo Zuchen, an Immortal Realm, was called upon.
Yet Shen Han is still thriving.
Moreover, his progress in the past two years is much stronger than Ye’Er’s.
He’s reached the Fourth Grade, and if he advances further, any attempts to confront him would be impossible."
An advancement from Fourth Grade means reaching Third Grade within the Immortal Realm.
The vitality of the Immortal Realm is incomparably resilient, unmatched by ordinary cultivators.
In nearly two hundred years, Great Wei has lost only two Immortal Realm experts.
One of them ventured to the Land of the Far South.
His blood and tears revealed the terrifying toxicity there.
It’s difficult to enter the Immortal Realm, but once there, unless one insists on courting death, truly dying is rare.
Upon hearing Shen Qingshan’s words, the crowd didn’t take them seriously.
"Father, are you overestimating him?
Advancing from Fourth Grade to Third Grade is incredibly difficult; you should know this well.
Even given thirty years, it’ll be impressive if he reaches the peak of Fourth Grade."
Shen Lingyong spoke, unable to hold back a mocking smile.
Sitting beside Shen Qingshan, Madam Shen remained silent for a long while. Eventually, she spoke up.
"Husband, even someone who hasn’t practiced like me knows this.
If the Immortal Realm were truly that easy, our Great Wei would be filled with Immortal Realm experts.
Ling Wei wouldn’t have been stuck at Fourth Grade, struggling to advance for all these years."
Thinking about it, even Madam Shen’s words made sense.
Shen Qingshan still had many worries in his heart, but his son and those around him
were all opposed to befriending Shen Han.
This matter, therefore, had to be dropped.
To be honest, Shen Qingshan often felt regretful now.
If he had been a bit more attentive in the past, Shen Han might have stayed with the Shen Family.
Things wouldn’t have become so tense.
Calling it tension might even be understating it.
Now, between Shen Han and Shen Ye, it’s already a life-or-death situation.
The only comfort he found was the long-planned arrangement seemed to be finally rewarding.
With the plans implemented smoothly, many problems were no longer troubling.
...
On Xiaoyao Peak, the originally arranged feast did not proceed as scheduled.
The primary reason was Shi Yuezhu’s absence.
For this banquet, Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu were the protagonists.
With one person missing, the banquet essentially lost its purpose.
The feast wasn’t held, so Shen Han returned to Moon Bamboo Peak accordingly.
The attendants of Moon Bamboo Peak had heard many rumors.
Moreover, Shen Han directly moved into the Peak Master Mansion of Moon Bamboo Peak.
Practically, there was little suspense left.
The relationship between Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu was self-explanatory, they understood it well.
Treating Shen Han, these attendants took him as their master.
As night fell, Shen Han couldn’t resist taking out the Sound Transmission Magical Artifact.
But before he could speak, Shi Yuezhu’s voice came through.
She was still waiting at the retreat door of the old Sect Leader.
After delivering the Pill, then returning.
Currently, the old Sect Leader couldn’t pause his cultivation carelessly.
With his lifespan nearing its end, his every step must be cautious.
For Xiaoyao Peak, this old Sect Leader was the sect’s final trump card.
The energy he preserved could only last through one battle.
At most, he could protect Xiaoyao Peak one more time.
Upon receiving Shi Yuezhu’s notice, Shen Han’s worries subsided.
He patiently awaited her return.
He waited overnight, until 5:00 AM, finally seeing Shi Yuezhu return.
Seeing Shen Han still waiting, a faint smile graced her lips.
"Every time master closes himself off for cultivation, there are many things to attend to, so we disciples have to wait for quite some time.
That Pill has already been accepted by master.
Although I spoke earnestly to him, whether he chooses to consume it is ultimately up to master...
Seeing Shi Yuezhu appearing somewhat tense, Shen Han gently held her hand.
"I have two Golden Profound Pills in total, both of equal quality.
The one the dean consumed benefited him greatly.
Now the dean’s strength can rival Senior Cen.
The Pill’s quality shouldn’t be an issue.
Just a matter of what benefits this Pill can bring to master."
Quietly, Shen Han also referred to the old Sect Leader as master, like Shi Yuezhu.
Though Shi Yuezhu noticed, she chose not to correct him.

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