After being reborn, all I want to do is run away.

Chapter 251 The Difference Between Ancient and Modern Times

Shen Xu stepped off the dueling platform, then, pulling on Lin Qingxiang's sleeve as she stood there dumbfounded, slowly walked to Yao Feixing and Yao Xixi's side.

"Since Qingxiang doesn't like you, stop pestering her. Besides, Qingxiang and I don't have the kind of relationship you're thinking of. If you want to take revenge on me, you're welcome anytime. I'll be staying in Fumo City for the time being."

"Who exactly are you?" Yao Feixing asked, clutching his chest.

"Your sister should know this very well; if it weren't for her, I wouldn't have been able to meet you."

"Little girl, what kind of person do you think I am now?" Shen Xu asked Yao Xixi with a light laugh.

"Are you an ancient cultivator or a member of the royal family?" A hint of hatred flashed in Yao Xixi's eyes.

"Whatever you say goes! Qingxiang, we should head back now."

"Qingxiang, how could someone like him be sincere towards you? You mustn't be fooled by him!" Yao Feixing warned her with some anguish.

Lin Qingxiang ignored Yao Feixing's reminder and silently followed Shen Xu away from the dueling arena.

"Can you tell me who you are?" Lin Qingxiang asked softly.

"I am Shen Xu. It was you, Qingxiang, and the Lin family who saved me. I will never forget that."

Lin Qingxiang asked cautiously, "Will you leave one day?"

"I'm sorry, I probably won't be staying in Fumo City for very long, but I will keep my promise to you before I leave."

"I don't need it!" Lin Qingxiang suddenly said angrily, and then walked away from him. Watching Lin Qingxiang's back, Shen Xu sighed softly.

After Lin Qingxiang left, Lin Xi appeared behind him and asked, "Brother-in-law, is there really no possibility between you and my sister?"

"You're so young but you're so shrewd. Your sister and I are from completely different worlds, so how could we possibly be together?"

"Didn't you say that many things aren't impossible, but rather that we haven't tried? Why don't you try with my sister? My sister has all sorts of good qualities, and you definitely won't regret being with her."

"I was destined to leave."

Shen Xu's life was peaceful after that. Surprisingly, the Yao family did not retaliate against him, and Lin Qingxiang never contacted him again. Apart from telling Lin Xi stories for a period of time every day, he spent the rest of his time repairing the vortex of vital energy in his dantian.

Inside the room, Shen Xu heard footsteps approaching him, so he stood up and opened the door, only to see Butler Ni stop and wave at him.

"Shen Gongfeng, this place is a bit remote. It's worn out my old bones." Butler Ni patted his slightly hunched back.

"Let me see!" After saying that, Shen Xu helped up Butler Ni and then pressed on his waist to channel some weak life force into him.

He understood the principle that the body cannot tolerate strong tonics, but he was only treating the symptoms, not the root cause. Butler Ni's body was already very old in all its organs and parts.

"Huh? That's strange, I suddenly feel like I have energy again." Butler Ni couldn't help but stretch his body, and then laughed happily.

Seeing the happy expression on Steward Ni's face, Shen Xu couldn't help but think of Uncle Wang. The value of information about a small world far exceeded that of a longevity pill, and Wang Rong should not go back on her word.

"I just pressed a few times casually. Butler Ni, there's nothing wrong with your health to begin with. I don't think you would come looking for me for no reason. Does Master Lin have something to discuss with me?"

"Shen Gongshang is truly a prophet. The master does indeed have something to discuss with you, Shen Gongshang, but we don't know what it is. You'd better hurry over there so the master won't worry."

"Alright! I'll head over now. Please take care on your way back." Shen Xu instructed.

"Don't worry, my old bones aren't at the point where I can't walk anymore," Butler Ni replied with a smile.

Shen Xu smiled and then walked towards the Lin family's reception room.

Although Shen Xu has been staying at the Lin family home recently, he still heard about Lin Xi's plans to go to Yunyang Academy. The Lin family has been preparing for this, and Lin Zhengwei's summons was probably related to this matter.

"I heard from Steward Ni that you wanted to see me, Uncle?" Shen Xu asked after bowing to Lin Zhengwei. However, to Shen Xu's surprise, the entire Lin family seemed to be waiting for him.

"I wonder if Consort Shen would be willing to go to the capital of Yunyang?"

"The capital of Yunyang? May I ask why?"

"Xiao Xi is going to study at Yunyang Academy, and I would like to ask Shen Gongfeng to accompany him. Shen Gongfeng is not only very knowledgeable, but also has outstanding strength. I think he can definitely teach Xiao Xi a lot."

Moreover, Qingxiang needs to take charge of a cloth shop owned by the Lin family in the capital. I hope someone can help her, since she is just a weak woman and needs a man to support her in many things. Shen Gongfeng, you are the best choice.

"I wonder if Shen Gongfeng is willing to help the Lin family with this favor?" Lin Zhengwei asked tentatively.

"Uncle, you're too kind. My life was saved by Qingxiang and the Lin family. Please rest assured, I will take good care of Qingxiang and Xiaoxi in the capital," Shen Xu solemnly promised.

Going to the capital of Yunyang was also one of his future plans, and it would be best if he could take this opportunity to go with the Lin family.

"Hey Shen Xu, what do you think of my Qingxiang?"

"Mother!" Lin Qingxiang glared angrily at Madam Lin.

“Qingxiang is a good girl, but I just don’t have the good fortune to be with her!” Shen Xu replied.

"Sigh!" Madam Lin couldn't help but sigh. She was still very satisfied with Shen Xu. He had an extraordinary demeanor, outstanding appearance, remarkable strength, and a gentle and responsible personality. Every aspect of him was enough to match her daughter.

But when all these advantages come together in one person, he is no longer the kind of son-in-law she would consider.

"Shen Xu, you didn't actually lose your memory, did you?" Lin Zhengwei suddenly asked.

"I have been learning martial arts in the mountains with my master since I was a child. My understanding of the outside world is not much different from amnesia." Shen Xu told another lie without changing his expression. He couldn't possibly tell the truth.

"I see. No wonder you were so curious about common sense at the beginning. But the person who can teach a disciple like you must be a hermit master of ancient methods."

"I'd like to ask you, Uncle, what did you mean when you said I was an ancient cultivator? I always thought that what my master taught me was the modern method, but after observing things these past few days, it seems that's not the case," Shen Xu asked with some curiosity.

"Actually, this isn't a secret. Your master probably didn't tell you because he was afraid of disturbing your mindset. Distinguishing between ancient and modern methods is actually quite simple: those who cultivate using only primordial energy are ancient cultivators, while those who cultivate using spiritual blood are spiritual blood cultivators."

It is said that the Blood Central Realm was once dominated by ancient cultivators, but for some reason, the primordial energy in the Blood Central Realm gradually became mixed, and the ancient methods lost their space to survive.

With the decline of ancient methods, an ancient cultivator accidentally discovered that he could fuse spiritual blood into his body to gain the abilities of demonic beasts, thus beginning the era of exploring spiritual blood. Today, spiritual blood has become the absolute mainstream in the Blood Central Realm.

However, there have always been people like your master in this world who have never been willing to submit to spiritual blood. They have passed down from generation to generation the ancient method of cultivation that can be practiced in the Blood Central Realm.

Yunyang Academy even offers ancient methods classes to explore the future of ancient methods, but it's very small-scale. If you have the chance, you can ask Xiaoxi to take you to see it; it might be helpful to you.

However, there are also rumors that the royal families of the seven kingdoms practice ancient methods.

Hearing Lin Zhengwei's words, Shen Xu was curious about what had caused the situation in the Blood Central Realm. The Blood Central Realm was a small world surrounding the True Origin Continent, and in theory, it should be connected to the True Origin Continent's fortune, sharing both prosperity and adversity.

On the True Origin Continent, the human race is the dominant force, and it should be the same here. However, the situation in the Blood Central Realm is very strange; even the human bloodline is on the verge of extinction.

"Thank you for your explanation, Uncle. When shall we depart for the capital?"

"Tomorrow at noon, Fumo City will send all the new students to Yunyang Academy to enroll. At that time, you and Qingxiang can serve as Xiaoxi's attendants and set off for the capital together."

"Xiao Xi, once we get to the capital, you must listen to your sister and Shen Gongfeng, and don't cause trouble. Most of the people in Yunyang Academy are not people we can afford to offend," Lin Zhengwei instructed Lin Xi.

"Your son will heed your teachings, Father, and will certainly listen to my sister and brother-in-law."

Hearing this, Lin Zhengwei and his wife couldn't help but laugh, and Lin Xi was immediately dragged away by the ear by Lin Qingxiang, whose face was flushed.

Shen Xu couldn't help but smile. "Yunyang is the capital. I hope we can find out some useful information."