Chapter 469 - 465: Genius Disciples Always Have Some Strange Preferences

The tasks at the Celestial Sword Sect were finally completed.

The next day, Shen Han prepared to leave the Celestial Sword Sect and return to the Star Tower.

After all, he was a disciple of the Star Tower, and couldn’t always train at the Celestial Sword Sect.

The people of the Star Tower were quite friendly as well.

Shen Han didn’t have any aversion to this sect, the Star Tower.

Upon learning that Shen Han was leaving, it seemed Yi Xingshan informed his father.

Before his departure, even the Vice Sect Leader of the Celestial Sword Sect came personally.

This reception made Shen Han a bit embarrassed.

He was merely a junior, and the honorable treatment he received was indeed extraordinary.

"If you have the time, do come by the Celestial Sword Sect more often and chat with Xingshan.

That child lacks strategic insight, but if he befriends you, Shen Han, he might learn to be a bit more clever.

If you ever find life at the Star Tower unpleasant, you are welcome to come to our Celestial Sword Sect, where the resources provided would surely surpass those of the Star Tower."

Hearing these words, Shen Han smiled slightly.

"I truly mean it; if life at the Star Tower becomes difficult, do come to our Celestial Sword Sect.

Also, if you encounter any trouble that you can’t resolve, just come directly to me.

Though the Celestial Sword Sect may not be the strongest sect in the Inner Domain, it certainly holds some influence."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han bowed respectfully, expressing gratitude for the care of Vice Sect Leader Yi Qi.

Then he stepped onto his Magical Artifact and flew towards the Star Tower.

Watching Shen Han’s departing figure, Yi Qi pondered about something unknown.

After a moment, he glanced at Yi Xingshan.

In comparison, the difference seemed somewhat significant.

Alas, he was my own son... I must bear with it.

"Do you think Shen Han’s claim of having someone he admires is just a fabrication?

Should we let the daughters of our clan try to approach him?"

Upon hearing this, Yi Xingshan leaned in slightly.

He whispered softly, "It’s futile, Father.

Brother Shen is not interested in young women; he currently admires someone who was once Su Jinyu’s mentor.

Brother Shen’s preference is for that kind of..."

Hearing this, Yi Qi was taken aback, "He likes... Su Jinyu’s former mentor?

Someone like Hall Master Sun?

This...

Genius disciples always have some peculiar tastes..."

As Vice Sect Leader, he had seen much of the world.

Yet, upon hearing his son’s words, he was indeed somewhat surprised.

After nearly three days of traveling, Shen Han finally returned to the Star Tower.

At an appropriate time, Shen Han first went to pay respects to Hall Master Li Li.

Seeing Shen Han’s return, she already knew that her niece, Jiang Ling’Er, had not succeeded with Shen Han.

She had just conversed with Jiang Ling’Er through sound transmission last night.

Jiang Ling’Er mentioned she planned to find Shen Han today to walk and talk with him.

But today, Shen Han had already returned to the Star Tower.

This meant that, upon leaving, Shen Han did not even notify Jiang Ling’Er...

Thinking of this, Li Li sighed uncontrollably.

Her niece, with excellent talent and looks,

was even a Direct Disciple of the Celestial Sword Sect,

yet she didn’t seem to attract the admiration of men...

Shaking her head, Li Li decided not to mention these matters further.

"By the way, the Sect Leader is looking for you about something; find some time to meet him.

Most likely, it’s about the eligibility for the treasure quest in the mountain range.

It’s best to go around 3:00 PM; he’s quite busy, so that you won’t have to wait for too long."

Hearing this, Shen Han nodded.

Following Hall Master Li Li’s advice, he arrived at the sect hall around 3:00 PM.

At the entrance of the hall, after notifying the attendant, Shen Han patiently waited for a while.

Soon, the attendant returned to invite Shen Han inside.

He walked through the hall, heading inward.

At this moment, the Sect Leader of the Star Tower, Yu Chou, furrowed his brow, with some worries, as he read the documents before him.

Seeing Shen Han enter, his expression relaxed a bit, revealing a hint of a smile.

"Was there any gain this time at the Celestial Sword Sect?"

"Reporting to the Sect Leader, though brief, the trip did broaden my horizons.

The disciples of the Celestial Sword Sect are diligent and have profound understanding of the Sword Dao."

Upon hearing this, Yu Chou nodded.

Holding such a position within the Inner Domain, surely the Celestial Sword Sect had attributes worthy of learning.

"Observing and learning more, a visit to the Celestial Sword Sect is certainly not a bad thing.

Asking you to come over just after returning to the sect is primarily because there’s a rather troublesome matter to discuss with you."

Upon hearing this, Shen Han said, "Hall Master Li Li informed me it’s concerning the eligibility for that treasure quest?"

Hearing this, Sect Leader Yu Chou nodded.

"Before returning, in conversations at the Celestial Sword Sect, I had already heard about this news."

Shen Han’s speculation was correct; Yu Chou intended to speak with him about this matter.

Hesitating slightly, Yu Chou sighed, "Since you are aware, that is even better.

Under the current situation, things have gotten complicated, and it might pose some danger to you."

"Does the Sect Leader mean that should I participate in this eligibility trial, I may encounter danger?

Are the Cangxuan Valley folks intending to target me?"

Yu Chou nodded slightly, as Shen Han’s guess was expected.

"During the Seven Sects Martial Arts Competition, you embarrassed the Cangxuan Valley greatly.

On that day, there were many sect leaders and elders present from other sects, Yue Bugong surely holds a grudge against you.

After you left, it’s even said that many Outer Sect disciples copied you and left Cangxuan Valley as well.

To say that they don’t hate you would be a lie recognizable to anyone.

This time, I’ve already caught some rumors. If you, Shen Han, participate in this eligibility contest, the people from Cangxuan Valley will certainly act against you.

Especially Zheng Changnian, it’s said that you have considerable grievances with him.

If you encounter him, his attacks will undoubtedly be even more vicious."

Yu Chou’s words were all meant to make Shen Han understand the dangers involved.

Ultimately, whether to go or not, he wanted the decision to be left to Shen Han himself.

Upon hearing his own Sect Leader’s remarks, Shen Han nodded.

"Sect Leader, what you’ve said, I’ve already considered.

I’m somewhat familiar with the capabilities of those from Cangxuan Valley.

I am confident that I can handle it."

After Shen Han finished speaking, Yu Chou did not seem entirely relieved.

"Shen Han, during the Seven Sects Martial Arts Competition, Qin Tianlang’s brilliance was unmatched, yet he ultimately lost to you.

That match surely gave you great encouragement.

But remember, during that martial arts competition, all participants were under twenty-five years old.

This time, for the treasure quest, the age limit is forty.

With the age raised to this level, there will be many more strong contenders...

Within Cangxuan Valley, Zhao Chao, Fang Yu, Zheng Changnian, are all top-notch experts.

In their youth, some were even more outstanding than Qin Tianlang..."

Yu Chou was still somewhat concerned, in his heart, hoping Shen Han would opt out.

What if he didn’t go for a treasure quest in the mountains?