Shen Han practiced the "Great Tao Fusion Technique" until noon before coming to his senses.
This old cultivation system, in terms of improving efficiency, indeed cannot compare to the new cultivation system of the Southern Heaven Continent.
Besides focusing on the path, he still couldn’t let go of the tempering of the body.
Even after stepping into the Immortal Realm, his physical vitality far exceeded that of ordinary people.
He still could not neglect body tempering.
For many cultivators, body tempering is the hardest thing for them to persist in.
This step is so arduous that even many in the Great Wei cannot persevere.
These people of the new cultivation system can’t persist either.
To temper the body, experience is indispensable.
Shen Han also realized that after reading so many cultivation technique manuals, he must seek some experiences for himself too.
He wondered whether the Southern Heaven Continent also had those mysterious and marvelous secret realms.
After eating some meals, Shen Han prepared to go to the Book Collection Pavilion to look again.
To see if he could find some suitable manuals there.
If not, then he planned to leave Five Immortals City and venture out.
Not just for improvement, but also to try to find some news about his uncle.
Leaving the tavern.
As Shen Han arrived at the door of the Book Collection Pavilion, he saw the two sisters of the Song Family.
They had been waiting for Shen Han here for more than two two-hour periods.
Seeing Shen Han, Song Xiaodie immediately went forward and pulled him away.
The three of them left the city, Song Xiaodie looking around.
She seemed ready to speak when she thought there was no one around.
But Shen Han signaled to her with his eyes.
Realizing it, Song Xiaodie looked southeast.
But try as she might, she couldn’t see anyone there.
Just when she was about to ask Shen Han, a figure suddenly appeared.
"Not bad, not bad, I didn’t expect an Inner Sect disciple to be this vigilant."
Seeing the attire of the speaker, Song Xiaodie and Song Xiaobing hurriedly bowed their heads in greeting, "Senior Brother..."
"I was entrusted by your Senior Sister Wen to watch over this Junior Brother Shen.
He is to duel with Junior Brother Qianmu Fan tomorrow, so he can’t just leave."
This direct disciple, with a gentle smile on his face.
Especially since Song Xiaodie discovered his presence, he had a lot more affection for her.
"Senior Brother...
Junior Brother Shen, being a Servant Disciple, how could he compare to a direct disciple...
Isn’t this setting him up for failure..."
Song Xiaodie pleaded for Shen Han, wanting the Senior Brother before them to let him go.
A Servant Disciple facing a direct disciple in combat was simply courting death.
Even though this Senior Brother was kind, he still shook his head helplessly upon hearing her.
"On the day of Junior Brother Qianmu Fan’s birthday, your Senior Sister Wen wanted him to duel Junior Brother Qianmu Fan.
But this Junior Brother Shen seemed not very tactful.
He lacked reverence in his heart for Senior Sister Wen’s request.
For such defiance, ending up like this is his own problem."
This kind-hearted Senior Brother had a touch of sympathy, but also a hint of reprimand as he looked at Shen Han.
"Junior Brother Shen, your grudges with Junior Brother Qianmu Fan probably started back in your hometown.
Now, both your statuses have undergone massive changes.
I suggest you adjust your mindset properly.
When you need to bend, you must bend.
No matter how impressive you were back home, it’s ephemeral and already gone.
Here, you are merely a Servant Disciple, don’t think about fighting Junior Brother Qianmu Fan.
In this duel, as long as you acknowledge your mistake and yield, easing his grievance.
Junior Brother Qianmu Fan isn’t a ruthless person, at most he’ll injure a leg, but won’t take your life."
The Senior Brother spoke each word gently.
Though his words were mild, he wouldn’t help Shen Han escape but would instead keep an eye on him.
This duel was inevitable.
Shen Han looked at him.
The new cultivation system, with its power realm manifesting.
This Senior Brother before him should be around the Fourth Grade First Snow Realm.
The direct disciple seemed quite ordinary.
Of course, having this strength at his age, he’d definitely be outstanding in Great Wei.
"Junior Brother Shen, don’t keep running around, so as not to trouble me.
Stay at ease in Five Immortals City, as for Junior Brother Qianmu Fan, I’ll talk to him.
So he’ll go easy, and you’ll only suffer some pain.
After all, back in your hometown, you did bully him once.
This outcome is already quite good for you."
The Senior Brother felt he was truly helping.
What he could do was only this much.
Song Xiaodie still wanted to interject, but she didn’t get the chance.
Instead, Shen Han replied first, simply answering the Senior Brother with an "Alright."
The three of them returned to Five Immortals City.
Seeing Shen Han take the advice, this kind Senior Brother kept his distance.
Not disturbing the three’s conversation.
They found a tavern to sit down in and ordered some light dishes.
Compared to Shen Han, the Song sisters, Song Xiaodie and Song Xiaobing, had worry written all over their faces.
"Junior Brother Shen Han, how did you get into trouble with a direct disciple?
The key is Qianmu Fan..."
Concern etched on Song Xiaodie’s face as she looked at Shen Han.
By her side, Song Xiaobing, even though she was just an Outer Sect disciple, she knew the name Qianmu Fan.
Upon hearing this, Shen Han just gave a calm smile.
"He and I both come from Great Wei, once when he fought me, he may have injured his pride, hence he harbors some resentment."
Shen Han’s explanation was simple, but both of them understood clearly.
On the Southern Heaven Continent, this kind of thing is not uncommon.
Every time a passage is opened, such events happen.
Qianmu Fan, upon rising again, would naturally want to avenge past humiliations.
"Junior Brother, I suggest you find a way to escape..."
Song Xiaodie pondered and still gave this advice.
"In the past, when such situations were encountered, those who sought revenge would act ruthlessly...
That Senior Brother said he would plead for you, but during the duel, who can say for sure.
If you’re seriously injured, how can you continue to practice...
Beside her, Song Xiaobing also nodded.
"What elder sister said is true, Junior Brother, don’t act impulsively.
If not, you could beg the senior to take you away.
The senior’s abilities are outstanding, ensuring your safety wouldn’t be a problem."
The two sisters were unanimous in their thoughts this time, feeling that if Shen Han really participated in the duel, he would face great trouble.
Upon hearing this, Shen Han feigned a look of helplessness.
"I interact with the senior only when he seeks me out; I have no way of finding him myself...
Let’s discuss this matter later.
Only after competing can the outcome be known."
Upon hearing this, the Song sisters fell silent.
Song Xiaodie wished to help Shen Han, as a form of repaying her gratitude.
However, she was just an inner sect disciple.
Shen Han directly offended a direct disciple...
Even if she wanted to help, she didn’t have the capability.
In front of a direct disciple, she had no right to offer advice.
Shen Han, as if nothing had happened, continued to eat his meal as usual.
Seeing Shen Han’s calm demeanor, Song Xiaodie didn’t know what to say.
After thinking for a moment, she took out an inner armor and handed it to Shen Han.
"Junior Brother Shen, I give you this inner armor.
May it bring you some luck and protect you..."
The inner armor carried a faint fragrance and warmth.
After hesitating, Shen Han decided to accept it.
However, he already wore the inner armor given by Shi Yuezhu; there was no need to change.
After finishing their meal, Song Xiaodie led Shen Han to the martial arts arena.
She meticulously told Shen Han where to stand to escape the arena more effectively.
As long as he escaped the arena, it would count as conceding, and no one could attack Shen Han any longer.
Song Xiaodie could only do her best to help Shen Han overcome this calamity.
"After conceding, even if they still want to attack you, they would have to wait another thirty days."
Song Xiaodie whispered softly.
She felt that all her efforts might be in vain...
Qianmu Fan was, after all, a direct disciple; the gap in strength was clear.
The effectiveness of these skills was hard to predict...
No matter how worried she was, Song Xiaodie felt that her abilities were limited to this.
Both sisters felt a sense of guilt.
After all, Shen Han had directly given that great opportunity to Song Xiaobing.
Yet, the two sisters couldn’t bring much help to Shen Han.
Upon returning to the inn, Shen Han discovered that Xing Yonghai and others were already waiting at the entrance.
Seeing Shen Han, Xing Yonghai’s smile grew even brighter.
"Did I not tell you, those who make my life difficult will find theirs even more so.
Tomorrow at the martial arts arena, just wait to see your wonderful performance.
For so many years, a servant disciple and a direct disciple dueling, you’re a rarity.
It’s an honor for your name to be a topic of amusement amongst others."
After speaking, Xing Yonghai tossed an invitation card with a smile.
It was the duel invitation, set for the morning of 7:00 AM at the Five Immortals City martial arts arena.
Shen Han glanced at the invitation, noticing its elegance.
As for the upcoming duel, Shen Han wasn’t particularly worried.
Others might see him as merely a servant disciple, undoubtedly lacking strength—perhaps only in the Dawn Realm.
But in reality, Shen Han had not undergone the Marrow Washing process.
He was still an Immortal Realm expert.
He maintained his strength within the old cultivation system, preventing it from being exposed.
Others couldn’t ascertain his true power.
As for the duel tomorrow, Shen Han was actually somewhat looking forward to it.
He hadn’t yet fought against practitioners of the new cultivation system.
This was an opportunity to get a close look at how strong this new system really was.
What made it formidable.
The identity of the opponent mattered little to Shen Han.
Be it Qianmu Fan or anyone else, it was inconsequential.
Shen Han’s impression of Qianmu Fan was merely that he could play chess and was adept in the Chess Path.
He talked excessively, often attaching strange labels to others.
It seemed like an attempt to justify his actions as reasonable and legitimate.
Beyond that, Shen Han thought it over.
There was hardly any impression of Qianmu Fan left.
After the family assessment, he hadn’t seen him again.
After a night’s rest.
At 7:00 AM, Shen Han stepped out of the inn.
But he found Song Xiaobing already waiting for him.
"Junior Brother Shen, don’t worry too much, elder sister has already gone to fetch a healer, who will be with us at the martial arts arena.
If you really get injured..."
Song Xiaobing felt her words were inauspicious and hastily spat a few times after speaking.
Shen Han smiled at the sisters’ goodwill, understanding their intentions.
He was not so fragile.

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