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Chapter 588 - 568: News Spreads of Luo Zuchen’s Return

After receiving the news, the Yun Mansion also began to make preparations in advance.

Especially hearing that Shi Yuezhu’s master, the old Sect Leader of Xiaoyao Peak, would also be coming.

This level of hospitality had to be significantly elevated.

The Yun Family Mansion was cleaned thoroughly inside and out, making the entire courtyard look as if it was newly built.

The grandfather and uncle, who were absorbed in Pill research, also put down their work and joined in the preparations.

At the beginning of the month, everyone set off from Xiaoyao Peak towards Anyang City.

The rumors between Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu were spreading more widely than ever.

In Anyang City, this news was known to everyone.

However, those who hadn’t seen the meeting between Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu still had their doubts.

Like others, they also said that Shen Han was not worthy of Shi Yuezhu.

They just felt that Shen Han was not worthy of Shi Yuezhu.

Their ranks and ages did not match; the news must be false.

The rumors of the people of Great Wei had no impact on Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu.

No one would deliberately clarify anything in front of them.

Shortly after noon, Shen Han and his group finally arrived in Anyang City.

Here at the Yun Mansion, the grandfather personally welcomed them.

Today’s guests included the Sect Leader of Xiaoyao Peak, Master Xingchuan.

Even to the grandfather of the Yun family, Master Xingchuan was considered an elder.

It’s said that the grandfather had never even seen the old Sect Leader of Xiaoyao Peak.

He had retired to the background and had been in seclusion for many years.

He hadn’t concerned himself with Xiaoyao Peak’s matters for a long time.

In many people’s eyes, it was already the Peak Masters who were in charge of Xiaoyao Peak’s affairs.

No one really considered that there was still a Sect Leader.

The Yun family was a newly rising family force.

Before Shen Han helped improve their Medicine-Refining Technique, the Yun family wasn’t known even in the surrounding cities, let alone in Great Wei.

A senior like Master Xingchuan associated with the top forces of the time.

Naturally, he knew nothing about the Yun family.

Once entering the Yun Mansion, Shen Han immediately began introducing the guests from Xiaoyao Peak.

Out of the seven Immortal Realm experts from Xiaoyao Peak, four came today.

Including Master Xingchuan, that made five Immortal Realm experts!

The Yun Mansion had three Immortal Realm Honored Guest Elders; usually, at such banquets, they hid in the shadows.

But today, the three came out voluntarily to welcome the guests.

In front of Master Xingchuan, they were all very courteous.

Two of them had listened to Master Xingchuan’s teachings in their youth.

Todays’ meeting also had the purpose of expressing gratitude.

After the formalities, the Patriarch of the Yun family invited the Xiaoyao Peak people to visit the Pill Room.

The Patriarch of the Yun family could hardly contain his excitement; thanks to the pills Shen Han gave him, he had refined many new pills.

Since these people, all stronger than the Immortal Realm, had seen much of the world, the Patriarch naturally wanted to have their affirmation of the Yun family’s Alchemy Dao.

Shen Han was held back by Yun Shuang and didn’t accompany them.

He sat down in Madam Yun’s small courtyard.

"There’s something quite serious that I must bring up with you. This matter has vast implications."

Shen Han glanced at Madam Yun and Cailing.

At this moment, both wore frowns, as if contemplating something serious.

"Please say, Madam Yun."

When the Xiaoyao Peak people arrived today, Madam Yun dragged him over.

It couldn’t be a trivial matter.

Seeing Shen Han’s serious expression, Madam Yun didn’t delay.

"Luo Zuchen is coming back."

This one sentence was enough to explain why Madam Yun was so grave.

Hearing this, Shen Han was also a bit surprised.

He wasn’t afraid of Luo Zuchen; he was just curious, curious about what gave Luo Zuchen the confidence to return directly.

One must know that he was still carrying the crime of treason on his back.

Attempting to assassinate me, who inherited the title of Marquis, was enough to be seen as treason.

"Has the Court revoked his charges?"

"Yes, it’s unclear how much the Luo family benefited the ministers at court.

They turned black into white.

The Imperial Decree was proclaimed two days ago.

The decree overturned everything from the past two years.

Clearly, it was Luo Zuchen who planned to harm you.

Yet, in this decree, it claims Luo Zuchen was protecting you, completely inverting the truth!"

As Madam Yun mentioned this, her face showed a hint of anger.

This confusion of right and wrong was truly nauseating.

"Two years ago, when Luo Zuchen failed in his attempt against you, if he returns now, his intentions will surely remain impure.

Previously, he didn’t dare to easily step into the borders of Great Wei Country.

But now he can start flaunting everywhere again.

Han, you must be more cautious in your actions moving forward.

Luo Zuchen is ruthless; even when you hid in the Land of the Far South, he waited outside the Land of the Far South for you.

Such a person, upon returning, will surely scheme against you."

Madam Yun’s face was full of worry.

Originally, after Luo Zuchen was expelled, she wasn’t that concerned.

But now, her former anxiety returned.

"Do not worry, Madam Yun, I will be cautious.

"Now that I am traveling together with Dean Tianyi, under his protection, my safety is not a concern."

Upon hearing Shen Han’s explanation, Madam Yun’s anxiety did not lessen.

"Two years ago, Dean Tianyi wasn’t always by your side. Even under his protection, something happened..."

Madam Yun’s tone carried a hint of blame.

Of course, she only dared to voice these words behind their backs.

After all, Dean Tianyi had put in a lot of effort to protect Shen Han and didn’t want anything to happen to him.

But the incident two years ago left her unable to feel at ease.

Shen Han gently consoled her and promised not to take any more risks, which finally eased Madam Yun’s worries.

After reaching an understanding, Shen Han, Madam Yun, and Cailing went to wait in the garden first.

In the surrounding courtyards, the banquet was already set, with exquisite dishes being served continuously.

Meanwhile, the guests from Xiaoyao Peak were being led around by Patriarch Yun to tour his Pill Room.

It was already close to 5:00 PM.

Madam Yun stormed into the Pill Room and, in front of everyone, scolded Patriarch Yun.

"Why are you dragging guests around this filthy Pill Room?

You’re getting on in years and still lack any sense of etiquette!"

Madam Yun’s reprimand made Patriarch Yun bow his head low.

The people from Xiaoyao Peak, however, just chuckled and spoke kindly on behalf of Patriarch Yun.

But by now, it was indeed getting late.

The banquet was set, and everyone took their seats.

The atmosphere at the table was harmonious, and Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu sat together without any reservations.

During the banquet, Master Xingchuan took the initiative to mention the matter of Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu’s marriage to Madam Yun.

His words left the Yun family and the three Honored Guest Elders momentarily stunned.

Everyone knew of Shi Yuezhu’s status. For Shen Han to marry her...

That seemed quite an overreach...

But Master Xingchuan spoke with utter seriousness, and the people from Xiaoyao Peak also acknowledged it as no joke.

The Yun family rejoiced at the news for Shen Han.

Patriarch Yun eagerly recounted the lavish betrothal gifts prepared for Shen Han...

Shi Yuezhu, however, felt a bit embarrassed hearing talk about the two years of marriage plans.

She found an excuse to wander around other parts of the mansion with Shen Han.

As the two left the banquet, no one stopped them.

Everyone looked on with smiles, nodding frequently.

Both sides felt they had found a good match.

Madam Yun believed that Shen Han was reaching up to Shi Yuezhu.

Whereas Master Xingchuan and his group felt Shi Yuezhu might be a little outmatched by Shen Han.

This way, the couple faced no obstacles.

In the mansion, everyone headed to the back garden.

Elsewhere, it was extremely quiet.

Shen Han and Shi Yuezhu strolled leisurely, a sense of surrealness in their hearts.

It seemed like things were progressing a bit quickly all of a sudden.

Yet now, even if they wanted to slow down, it seemed impossible.

"Did Madam Yunshuang approach you for something urgent before?

I noticed a hint of worry in her expression, as if she was concerned about something."

Seeing Shi Yuezhu take the initiative to ask, Shen Han did not conceal anything.

"Luo Zuchen is coming back, and the Imperial Court issued an Imperial Decree, removing his charges.

Upon hearing this, Madam Yun naturally became worried, fearing Luo Zuchen would target me.

But what I am curious about is what made the Imperial Court decide to compromise."

Shen Han paused for a moment and turned to look at Shi Yuezhu.

"During his years teaching in the Capital City, many were injured under Luo Zuchen’s hand.

The Imperial Court must be quite fed up with him since he caused so much trouble for them.

Logically, it shouldn’t be the Imperial Court supporting him.

With a charge as serious as treason, what could have made the court change its mind?"

At these words, Shi Yuezhu also frowned slightly.

"Could it be Luo Changping’s request?"

"If it were Luo Changping, she would have pleaded for her nephew’s case two years ago, not waited until now.

I suppose Luo Changping recently acquired some other leverage?"

Shen Han’s guesses were close, but without more information, it was impossible to conclude it completely.

"Now that Luo Zuchen is returning, his means might become even more ruthless.

Perhaps we should devise some strategies to counter him."

Shen Han also nodded.

He already intended to end Luo Zuchen’s life as part of his plan.

The previous plan involved using himself as bait to lure Luo Zuchen into striking.

The moment his intent to kill was strongest would also be when he was least on guard.

The Storage Ring always held the Poisonous Longsword, prepared for Luo Zuchen.

Shi Yuezhu seemed to perceive Shen Han’s thoughts, her face carrying a slight trace of worry.

"Luo Zuchen and Luo Changping, both have been in the Immortal Realm for many years.

I’ve fought Luo Changping four times and suffered injuries each time.

I’ve also clashed with Luo Zuchen, and his strength is quite comparable to mine.

However, they both seem to possess some sort of mysterious item, their recovery rate is truly astounding.

Simply wounding him may be utterly ineffective."

Shi Yuezhu was aware of these facts.

Undoubtedly, this was due to the Spirit Bones they possessed.