After the exploration of the Secret Realm, Shi Yuezhu first returned to Xiaoyao Peak to organize and prepare.
Shen Han waited and prepared in the Yun Mansion.
He spoke with Madam Yun and others, stating his plan to depart for the Divine Land the day after tomorrow.
Madam Yun had already prepared clothing for him.
In Madam Yun’s words, Shen Han was now an Immortal Realm expert.
An expert should possess the bearing of one, at least in appearance, to exude more grandeur.
The Yun Mansion was not lacking in wealth, so they selected the finest fabrics to tailor a garment for Shen Han.
At first glance, these fabrics seemed merely exquisite.
On closer inspection, one could easily see their luxurious quality.
The fabric bore many subtle patterns, such as winding dragons embroidering flowers, quite distinctive.
At Madam Yun’s insistence, Shen Han tried on the new attire.
Shen Han was already handsome, and donning this newly tailored garment made him appear even more dashing.
Aside from Madam Yun’s preparation, his grandfather and uncle directly provided Shen Han with several pills.
In addition to the pills, the Desert Moon Flowers collected over the past two months were also handed over to Shen Han.
The last time Shen Han returned from the Divine Land, Sect Leader Yu Chou and others wanted Shen Han to return to his homeland in splendor.
This time, his grandfather and their thoughts were somewhat similar.
Two days passed in a blur, and Shen Han was finally about to set off.
This journey was not as hectic as it had been more than two years ago.
Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu boarded a ship and flew towards the Land of the Far South.
Xiaoyao Peak, being in the south, required just over a day to reach the border.
After crossing Yexuan Country, the ship would take less than half a day to reach the Land of the Far South.
The Land of the Far South was overrun by venomous creatures.
Yan and Wei, both countries bordered the Land of the Far South, and cultivators from both countries were aware of its dangers.
By noon, Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu had reached the outskirts of the Land of the Far South.
The outskirts of the Land of the Far South were barren, seemingly due to the terrifying toxins from the plants within.
"Without me accompanying you, you must never venture into the Land of the Far South."
Shen Han spoke with complete seriousness, with no hint of jest.
It was not for any romantic reasons.
Within the Land of the Far South, countless poisonous creatures existed.
The Unceasing Skill could withstand ordinary toxins.
But toxins labeled in orange were difficult even for the Unceasing Skill to resist.
The closer one got, the harder they were to withstand.
Inside the Land of the Far South, plants mostly spread toxins via spores.
These tiny spores were indiscernible to the naked eye, attaching with just a breath.
Even with the Unceasing Skill, if Shen Han did not proactively resolve the poisonous plants along the way, life could be forfeited.
Seeing Shen Han’s solemn demeanor, Shi Yuezhu earnestly nodded.
"When the Unceasing Skill operates at its peak, follow closely behind me, stepping exactly in my paths," Shen Han instructed before stepping into the Land of the Far South.
Within the Land of the Far South, there were nearly no animals, and it was very quiet.
Shi Yuezhu followed behind Shen Han, with the Unceasing Skill already activated to fend off the toxins since stepping into the Land of the Far South.
The Unceasing Skill was a cultivation technique specifically designed to counteract toxins.
But within the Land of the Far South, Shi Yuezhu still found it difficult to persist.
Her comprehension of the Unceasing Skill was always a notch below Shen Han’s.
After half a day of walking forward, Shi Yuezhu’s complexion looked somewhat poor.
Seeing this, Shen Han reached out to hold her, assisting her forward.
If it became challenging to persist within the Land of the Far South, it was imperative to escape quickly.
Shen Han had already disposed of all the nearby plants with visible purple toxin entries.
Yet Shi Yuezhu’s condition was still not very good.
After nearly seven two-hour periods, they finally traversed the Land of the Far South.
Exiting this poisonous forest, some color returned to Shi Yuezhu’s pale face.
Shen Han then took out a pill for Shi Yuezhu to consume.
In contrast to her state, Shen Han seemed unaffected.
"Did those poisons not affect you at all..." Shi Yuezhu asked curiously after regaining some strength.
Upon hearing this, a slight smile appeared on Shen Han’s face, and he commented with some reproach:
"Clearly, you were slacking off while practicing the Unceasing Skill, otherwise, you ought to be just like me."
Shi Yuezhu, feeling criticized, pouted unconsciously.
"I wasn’t slacking off, mastering a cultivation technique doesn’t happen effortlessly...
It took a long time just to enter the elementary level.
Not everyone can, like you, comprehend and learn it all at once..." Hearing this, Shen Han could only purse his lips in resignation.
"It seems as if it were my fault...
Alright, let’s take a break and recuperate. Once fully recovered, we still have a stretch of water to cross."
Sitting at an open space, Shi Yuezhu looked around at the environment.
Two years ago, Shen Han had first passed through the poisonous forest, then across the Poison Sea.
Listening to Shen Han recount it, it seemed quite ordinary, as if it were an easy task.
But upon experiencing it herself, Shi Yuezhu realized just how difficult it truly was.
Two years ago, Shen Han was even injured.
In comparison, Shi Yuezhu understood that what she encountered was lightweight.
She gathered some firewood, which was somewhat damp, and Shen Han directly extracted the [damp] attribute.
Subsequently, a bonfire ignited before Shi Yuezhu.
An Immortal Realm expert wasn’t so fragile, but warmth indeed felt comforting.
Having settled everything, Shen Han sat beside Shi Yuezhu.
Shi Yuezhu naturally leaned on Shen Han’s shoulder.
The two of them now, anyone who sees them would think they are quite a match.
At night, the tides rise and fall, the waves surge.
Layer upon layer of sound, somewhat like musical notes urging one to sleep.
After resting for a night and with the help of the pill, Shi Yuezhu recovered well.
At dawn, without much hesitation, they set off again.
The poison of the Poison Sea is far less dangerous than that of the Land of the Far South.
Over more than two days of travel, Shi Yuezhu didn’t encounter major problems, nor did she exhibit any signs of weakness.
Of course, another reason is that being close to the water surface, the poison mist is indeed much less.
Shi Yuezhu’s "Unceasing Skill" can also fend off a large part of it.
More than two days.
When the two reached the Divine Land, it was nearly noon.
"This place is called the Northern Mountain Domain, adjacent to the Poison Sea, so no strong cultivators reside here.
Even those with slight power mostly choose to leave.
This place isn’t even included in the Divine Land’s map."
Shen Han wore a faint smile on his face.
Returning to the Divine Land Continent once more, but his mood was completely different from the last time.
This time, it felt more leisurely.
By his side, Shi Yuezhu was also appreciating the scenery of the Divine Land.
Judging solely by the natural scenery, it doesn’t look much different.
The natural landscape of the Divine Land can also be found in Great Wei.
The two strolled along for a while, feeling the absence of poison mist; it did seem much fresher.
As they walked, Shen Han was also discussing through sound transmission with Sect Leader Yuchou.
Upon learning that Shen Han had returned to the Divine Land, Sect Leader Yuchou told Shen Han to head directly to the Celestial Sword Sect.
According to him, Senior Yuyou also missed Shen Han very much and wanted to meet him.
Hearing Sect Leader Yuchou’s words, Shen Han naturally agreed.
After all, eventually, he had to meet Senior Yuyou.
After all, on his cultivation path, Senior Yuyou had helped him greatly.
Including the time training at Snow Mountain House, it was Senior Yuyou who led him there.
It was already on the way when leaving the Northern Mountain Domain.
Shen Han also planned to check on Princess Yan Yun; last time, he was in a hurry and hadn’t properly handled some matters for her.
He didn’t know if those troublesome people might come back.
When mentioning visiting Yan Yun, Shi Yuezhu naturally did not refuse.
Having heard so much about the Divine Land from Shen Han, Shi Yuezhu also remembered there was a Princess Yan Yun.
The Northern Mountain Domain isn’t large, and even though various powers and struggles are frequent, it’s really just minor matters.
In Great Wei, it would be like the struggles among many small countries.
They continued southward.
Approaching the towns, past the cities.
Shi Yuezhu could see the differences between Great Wei and the Divine Land.
The layout, architectural style, was somewhat different.
Walking into the city, Shen Han led Shi Yuezhu around, taking a leisurely stroll.
They bought some local snacks to try.
Though an Immortal Realm expert, the Peak Master of Xiaoyao Peak.
Shi Yuezhu didn’t seem to put on airs, happily accepting the snacks and taking a big bite.
Shen Han looked at Shi Yuezhu sideways, noticing that since leaving Great Wei, Shi Yuezhu seemed much more relaxed.
As if a shackle had been unlocked.
She appeared much livelier than he was used to seeing.
Perhaps because there were no juniors of hers here.
When buying snacks, Shen Han took the chance to inquire about the situation in the city.
Including who the City Lord was, and how things had been lately.
By buying a few more snacks, he managed to get all the information he needed.
Once confirmed that the City Lord was still Yan Yun, Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu went to pay her a visit.
The original City Lord Mansion, having been refurbished, looked much better than before.
Before Shen Han even stepped inside, the attendant at the gate saw him and was immediately flustered.
Then instructed others to properly entertain Shen Han, while she ran to the inner courtyard of the mansion.
Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu walked in.
The attendants in the mansion immediately came to serve tea to the two of them.
"You know me?"
Hearing Shen Han’s question, the attendant naturally nodded.
"During the year-end, when you acted against the Situ Family, we all saw it with our own eyes.
Your appearance, we will remember for a lifetime.
Moreover, the City Lord also said you’d definitely come back.
She told us to always be prepared to welcome you properly."
As he spoke, this attendant seemed to subtly hint something to Shen Han.
However, Shen Han’s status was distinguished, so she didn’t dare joke with him.
"It seems you are also quite popular here."
Shi Yuezhu said softly, with a smile on her face.
Hearing this, Shen Han felt a bit helpless, unsure how to explain.
"Perhaps this Princess Yan Yun is very beautiful."
After a short while, Yan Yun briskly walked in from the inner courtyard.
Even though it was a brief time, she seemed to have dressed up a bit.
She looked quite exquisite and beautiful.
The surrounding attendants rarely saw their City Lord like this.

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