Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes - Chapter 401 - 400: Shen Han—Merely a Grain of Sand in Fate

Chapter 401: Chapter 400: Shen Han—Merely a Grain of Sand in Fate

After Zheng Changye left, Shen Han began planning his journey to Cangxuan Valley in the Divine Land.

The first step was to gather as much information related to Cangxuan Valley as possible.

Going blindly would be the most dangerous.

Judging from Zheng Changye’s strength, the path of cultivation there is not so backward.

The cultivation method there is distinctly different from that of Great Wei, filtering out the dross to keep the essence.

Going there myself, I will undoubtedly gain some improvement.

There’s also the issue of my own safety.

From the current perspective, the only person I have any slight grievances with is Zheng Changye.

Based on the information collected, Cangxuan Valley is a vast sect.

It has many branches, each branch being a lineage of Cangxuan Valley.

Once I enter Cangxuan Valley, it should be hard to encounter Zheng Changye.

After all, the introductory letter for entry that I hold is not something rare.

Even someone like Wei Qun from the Northern Mountain Domain can obtain it, so this lineage is definitely not a powerful one.

Moreover, there’s a good aspect about Cangxuan Valley, the disciples within the valley are forbidden from internal strife, otherwise, strict punishment will follow.

Shen Han does have some doubts about this rule.

How exactly is internal strife defined?

Must it be a fight to the death to be counted, or does a single strike suffice?

These ambiguous rules, in the end, depend on those in high positions to judge.

But it’s still good, at least Cangxuan Valley intends to prevent internal strife.

Unlike in the Northern Mountain Domain, where it’s difficult for young people to have space to grow.

Show even a little talent, and those strong ones might target you, and you could meet your end any day.

Now winter is about to arrive.

Standing on the high platform of Jiuxiao Imperial City, the mountains that were once golden are now somewhat withering.

The surrounding farmers are gathering fallen leaves to use as kindling.

Watching the lives of ordinary people, Shen Han felt a faint longing in his heart.

But for now, I don’t have the ability to return to Great Wei.

The departure for Divine Land is set for early next month.

In the few days left, Shen Han did his best to explain things to Yan Yun.

First, regarding her governance of Jiuxiao Country, she must implement political decrees effectively.

Things mustn’t be done carelessly.

Once done carelessly, people below will find ways to muddle through.

Additionally, there’s the military array; Yan Yun has been learning quite quickly, and over the past month, this army could begin to face the enemy using military arrays.

The next step is to stabilize the military’s resolve and select talented generals.

The army of Jiuxiao Country needs to be loyal and autonomous.

In the courtyard, Shen Han explained things sentence by sentence, treating her like a sister.

Seeing Yan Yun, Shen Han somewhat recalled his past self.

I, too, was once like this…

As Shen Han spoke, Yan Yun seemed to be listening, but her hands were busy sorting Shen Han’s personal belongings.

“Alright, alright, now that you’re the Sovereign of Jiuxiao, you don’t need to do these things.

Use this time to read more essays from the sages of the past.”

As he spoke, Shen Han brought out several magical artifacts.

“These magical artifacts were made by me based on the classics of your Jiuxiao Country.

I’ve tried using some of them; even someone in the Spiritual Harmony Realm would be severely injured.

Your strength is lacking, so use these magical artifacts to protect yourself for now.

But in the future, you still need to cultivate diligently.

An era’s Sovereign, what would it look like if you’re only in the Spirit Body Realm…”

“Oh…”

After Shen Han spoke at length, Yan Yun only responded with an “oh…”

Shen Han felt a bit helpless, not knowing what else to say.

There was some silence between the two.

Seeing Shen Han remain silent, Yan Yun hesitated for quite a while, finally speaking.

“Do you really have to leave…”

Although she knew the day would come, Yan Yun couldn’t help but ask.

“The cultivation method of the Northern Mountain Domain truly isn’t suitable for me.

This journey out is for cultivation experience and to enhance my strength, so naturally, I have to leave.”

Yan Yun lowered her head slightly, seeming to think of what to say.

“Isn’t the purpose of cultivation to live a stable and comfortable life?

Is life here in Jiuxiao not stable enough…

If you’re worried about invaders from the Outer Domain, you could find an edge village, live in seclusion, and live well.”

Shen Han turned his head, looking at the worried Yan Yun.

“I must cultivate because only by entering the Immortal Realm will I have the right to go back, and I must return.”

“Is it to see someone?”

Looking into the distance, Shen Han’s thoughts drifted: “The ones I think about are all waiting for me.

Returning even a day late makes them worry for another day.”

Hearing this, Yan Yun stepped closer to Shen Han.

Her eyes fixed on Shen Han: “Is it… someone you admire?”

“Among those in my heart, naturally, there’s her.

I only hope this journey goes smoothly, so I can return to see her sooner.”

Such short words made Yan Yun feel as if her heart was being cut by a knife.

A dull knife at that—unable to cut and instead sawing into her heart.

“She must be very beautiful.”

Shen Han nodded: “Yes, whenever I think of her face, I can’t help but feel a bit of joy.

There’s always an inexplicable smile on my face, and in retrospect, it all seems a bit silly.”

Today, Shen Han’s answers were candid.

Some things must be decisively cut off; Shen Han is no fool, he can see it.

Hearing these words darkened Yan Yun’s eyes considerably.

The courtyard fell silent again.

After a while, Wei Qun needed to find Shen Han and entered the courtyard.

Seeing the two standing silently confronting each other, the old man slowly retreated and thoughtfully closed the courtyard door.

“Actually, I often feel like you, can’t help but feel joy, with an inexplicable smile on my face…

I’m also quite silly…”

Shen Han: “…”

Even though I’ve spoken frankly, this woman is still persistent.

So much so that Shen Han doesn’t know how to respond.

Without waiting for Shen Han to speak, Yan Yun took a step forward, drawing near to Shen Han.

Truth be told, Yan Yun is quite an attractive woman, and now, wearing a luxurious robe, she looks even more dignified.

“People say that a nobleman leaves his heart wherever he goes; since you’re here in Jiuxiao, can’t you leave a part of your heart here…”

Yan Yun humbled herself, hoping Shen Han could show some care.

But hearing this, Shen Han became even more serious.

“The feelings between a man and a woman are selfish; who would want to share them with another?

I hope she is true to me, so I must be true to her.”

Here, Shen Han paused for a moment, glancing at Yan Yun.

“Your journey in life is still long; as you ascend to the position of Sovereign, countless fine companions await.

There’s no need to linger on a mere passerby.

In the future, when Jiuxiao Country prospers, and people hail you as a wise ruler,

Those moments will make today’s sorrows seem like needless lamenting.

Shen Han is but a grain of sand in your destiny.

Let it go, and the wind will take it to unknown lands.”