She spoke excitedly as if she was talking about her idol. Realization dawned upon Shen Yuan as he nodded his head in understanding, ‘I see, that’s why their cultiation soared up so fast.’
He asked Han Qingyu, “So, what is special about this sect?”
Han Qingyu replied enthusiastically, “The best thing about the sect is the requirement to join it! It’s an all-female sect, only females can join it. I have heard about the best for male cultivators being there but no one has passed that test for tens of thousands of years.”
She stole a quick glance at Shen Yuan as she continued, “Of course, you can try to take the test, if you can pass then you will have the backing of one of the behemoths of Eastern Desolate Region.”
Shen Yuan nodded as he digested the information. He began thinking about what the test might be.
But he couldn’t think for long as Han Qingyu interrupted his thoughts, “As for the other things…well…umm” she hesitated as she lowered her head and continued in a voice as low as a mosquito, “Can I call you Brother Yuan? It feels like we are real brother and sister if I call you Big Brother Yuan.”
Shen Yuan gently smiled and patted her head again, “I don’t mind, you can call me whatever you want, Brother Yuan, Big Brother Yuan, it’s all up to you.” freeweɓnvel.com
Han Qingyu nodded her head happily, “Umn.” They continued strolling the city for a bit before leaving.
They head towards the outskirts of the city, on their way to exit it.
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They soon left the city as they continued on their way.
Shen Yuan bought two Cloud Chasing Horses and a carriage from the city to travel in since the distance between Saber Mountain Sect and Radiant Lotus Sacred Sect was massive. They would need a few weeks of travel just to reach it.
“It will soon be time for the annual test of Radiant Lotus Sacred Sect to accept new disciples. Looks like we will be in time to reach it.” Han Qingyu said while sitting beside Shen Yuan in the carriage.
Shen Yuan nodded, “Well, it looks like we are heading on time then. But we should still hurry, otherwise we miss it.”
“We won’t be late with these Cloud Chasing Horses with us, they are one of the fastest rides in Saber Mountain City.” He patted the back of the horse while praising it.
Shen Yuan smiled, leaning back in the carriage, settling into a comfortable position.
He relaxed completely, as if he were back at home with his family. His qi began to circulate more rapidly within his meridians and acupoints.
Shen Yuan didn’t notice it as he wasn’t focusing on anything in particular, and since there was no risk to his life, even his instincts didn’t warn him.
He closed his eyes to enjoy the warm sun and the light breeze of the road.
Han Qingyu smiled lightly looking at him and leaned her face on his shoulder to lie down.
She also closed her eyes to rest. Shen Yuan opened his eyes slightly to look at her, but soon closed them again and didn’t say anything.
Soon his cultivation base broke through to the 4th level of the Foundation Establishment realm.
Yue Lan observed his cultivation progress, thinking to herself, ‘It seems his body has adapted to the previous strain and is now passively absorbing the qi from Yuxin’s Primordial Yin. Hmm…it’s a good thing for Shen Yuan’s cultivation, nothing is better than natural breakthroughs.’
As Shen Yuan’s cultivation continued to increase steadily, the journey continued at a calm and steady pace for a few days until Shen Yuan encountered another group of bandits.
He yawned lazily looking at the dozen or so bandits, “Scram before I kill all of you.” He said lightly looking at them.
“Hahaha, who are you brat?” The leader of the bandits, a buff man with muscles as hard as steel laughed, “Can you even mov-”
His voice was cut short as Shen Yuan used his Bow to shoot straight through his mouth, ending him in one move.
“Looks like you guys can’t appreciate my kindness,” he looked at the rest of the bandits, who stood frozen on the ground looking at their leader’s lifeless body.
Shen Yuan said calmly, “Run.” And started shooting with his bow one by one.
The remaining bandits scattered in all directions, no longer having the courage to face the monster who had slain their leader with a single strike.
Shen Yuan killed a few more before sitting back down, he put away his bow and continued on his journey.
Han Qingyu looked at him and asked, “Why didn’t you kill them all?”
Shen Yuan smiled lightly at her, “You wanted me to kill all of them?”
Han Qingyu gently shook her head, “No, I just want to know your reason for sparing them.”
Shen Yuan looked back where he killed the few bandits, “Their lives are worth less than grass to me. Killing them wouldn’t change a thing. Someone else would replace them. But now, they will spread the word about what happened here and no bandit will come on this road for a long time.”
Han Qingyu’s eyes flashed with understanding as she nodded.
Shen Yuan went back to his position, lying down on the carriage while resting his head on one side, while Han Qingyu sat down beside him and rested her head on his shoulder.
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They stopped by a few cities, exploring them as they felt bored traveling for days on end. They even stopped by a few villages.
Looking at their simple mundane life filled them with peace. Their relationship also grew stronger during this time when they were together. Han Qingyu finally let go of her clan completely.
Shen Yuan bought a lot of gifts not only for Han Qingyu but also for his Big Sisters and Mother. Han Qingyu saw him buying so many things that only women would buy, but she didn’t let her curiously get over her and didn’t ask Shen Yuan any questions.
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One day, while traveling, Han Qingyu asked Shen Yuan, “Do you have any Dao Companionship, Brother Yuan?”
Shen Yuan looked at her and smiled while asking, “Where did that come from?”
“Nothing much, just wondering about it.” She replied as she turned her face to the other side.
Shen Yuan chuckled softly and answered her, “I do have Dao Companions, not only one but three.”
Han Qingyu felt as if someone gripped her heart, but she soon took a deep breath as her eyes became resolute for a second before turning normal, “Do you plan on building a harem full of beautiful women, Brother Yuan?”
This was the most crucial question for her as this would determine what she would pursue in the future.
Shen Yuan looked at her for a moment, then smiled playfully, “Who wouldn’t want a harem full of beauties?” this answer disappointed Han Qingyu as she lowered her head, but Shen Yuan soon continued, “But I won’t accept another Dao Companion before getting permission from my harem members. That is the bottom line set by us.”