CHAPTER 881: 881 YOUNG MASTER’S SKIN SEEMS EVEN THICKER NOW

Han Yan imagined for a moment, if it were her, would she be willing to eat dead people’s bones? The result of her imagination made her shiver violently, feeling that Star Illusion Thousand Machine had quite a strong taste.

"Alright then, this time helping you unlock the space seal has exhausted my primordial energy. I’m going to sleep. Call me when you’ve prepared the elixirs." Star Illusion Thousand Machine yawned and said.

Soon, her mind returned to tranquility once more.

The Little Auspicious Beast ate the half piece of Beast Soul Relic, burped comfortably, and then burrowed into Han Yan’s pocket. Before long, it, too, fell into a deep slumber. Unlike the previous groggy feeling, this time, even in her sleep, Han Yan could sense the lively energy subtly emanating from the little guy.

It seems this is truly the most suitable food for the little guy. Despite its appearance like a tiny piglet, there is no doubt about its auspicious beast bloodline; ordinary elixirs simply cannot satisfy its growth needs. The Beast Soul Relic is truly a grand tonic for it.

Han Yan remembered clearly that the Beast Soul Relic was obtained from an ancient ruin, which is probably why it could be preserved until now. According to Zhang Chihua, the ruin had completely collapsed, and common people likely couldn’t enter again.

However, ordinary people couldn’t get in, but Han Yan is Han Yan. Knowing that there might be other Beast Soul Relics hidden in the relic, she had to give it a try.

Even if she couldn’t enter, wasn’t there still Ye Lanfeng, the Sword Saint, by her side? Such a master following her around pretending to be a small follower every day is truly a waste. She might as well make use of him.

She didn’t want Ye Lanfeng to interfere with her personal growth and cultivation matters. But for tasks like this, involving fetching things, Han Yan confidently roped him in. Why should she be reserved about making her man do something? Why be polite?

Having made up her mind, Han Yan no longer felt like cultivating. Instead, she threw the half piece of Beast Soul Relic along with some odds and ends into the Star Plate, and walked lightly out of her room.

Outside the door, she discovered it was already past noon. Aunt Xiu had already prepared the meal and was hesitating whether to call Han Yan out to eat.

The few people including Huayue had all taken a nap and appeared to be in high spirits. Upon seeing Han Yan, they immediately stood up to pay their respects.

This time, Han Yan overcame the crisis effortlessly, smoothly deflecting the joint reprimand from the Supreme Elder and the Third Elder. In the end, she even managed to take a heavy toll on the two old guys, shocking all of the Mu Family’s disciples and surprising Huayue and the others who had full confidence in Han Yan. Their respect for Han Yan grew deeper, with looks of sheer admiration in their eyes.

"You’re back too, no trouble along the way?" Han Yan asked with concern when she saw Jiang Yuzhe standing behind Huayue, looking normal.

"No trouble at all, the path was smooth. Even if I swayed openly, no one would have probably noticed." Jiang Yuzhe replied with a bitter smile, his expression somewhat forlorn.

"Oh?" Han Yan looked at Jiang Yuzhe in confusion.

"The Third Elder was extremely furious this time and, in his anger, broke both of Mu Chengyang’s hands and feet, threw him into the woodshed, and ordered no one to help him, to let him fend for himself. Not to mention the Zong Family’s disciples, even the servants now avoid him for fear of incurring the Third Elder’s wrath. When I went over, I didn’t even see a shadow of a guard." Jiang Yuzhe didn’t hide anything in front of his people, shaking his head with a sigh.

Only then did Han Yan and the others understand what he was disappointed about. He had been full of vigor preparing to show his skills, but who would have thought it would turn out this way? His mysterious and unpredictable Boundary Sword Technique had almost no chance to be put to use.

"Didn’t expect the Third Elder’s actions to be so harsh. This must be an explanation for the Supreme Elder. Mu Chengyang had it coming, let him be." Han Yan remarked with emotion. Although the Supreme Elder might be a bit dull, he hadn’t yet reached the point of senility. Eventually, he would figure things out. Rather than letting him harbor suspicions, it’s better to give him a direct explanation. The Third Elder’s move was quite ruthless.

But in any case, Mu Chengyang’s hands and feet were all broken, which would undoubtedly be detrimental to his future cultivation. For a noble family’s son like him, this punishment was even harsher than killing him, a deserved punishment which Han Yan saw no reason to complicate further.

"Let him be?" Jiang Yuzhe was momentarily stunned.

"What’s wrong?" Han Yan asked.

"Uh... Well, since I was there, I figured I shouldn’t let him off too easily. So while that guy was howling in pain and rolling on the ground unconscious, I took the opportunity to destroy a meridian in one of his hands and one of his legs." Jiang Yuzhe said.

Huayue and the others secretly wiped their foreheads. Even though Jiang Yuzhe hadn’t said anything, they could imagine Mu Chengyang’s miserable state at the time. All four of his limbs were broken, without any medical treatment or care, he was rolling around in pain and unconscious, yet this guy still thought Mu Chengyang was having it too easy. This was indeed too ruthless. But they liked it!

Han Yan’s mouth twitched slightly; indeed, one of the three fiends of Anyun had lived up to the reputation, quite ruthless.

"Young Master, do you think I went too easy on him? I can go back and add a couple more strikes if you want." Jiang Yuzhe said, looking pure and innocent.

"No need, to become a true master, one must have a heart as broad as the sea. He can be despicable and shameless, but we must never repay evil with evil. Remember, conquer them with virtue, conquer them with virtue." Han Yan declared with righteousness, as if the sacred heavens were above her.

"..." Huayue and the others were speechless, only feeling cold sweat dripping down their foreheads.

Conquer them with virtue? Before when Jiang Yuzhe was about to strike, you never mentioned conquering with virtue, and now that you know what happened to Mu Chengyang, you talk of conquering with virtue. This is totally playing after the fact!

The Young Master’s face seems to have grown thicker than before.

...

As for the Supreme Elder Token, Han Yan of course wouldn’t return it so quickly to the Supreme Elder and the others. As for talk of bathing, changing clothes, burning incense, and fasting, everyone knows she’s just bluffing. Mu Beichen hadn’t rushed Han Yan either, as he was genuinely outraged this time. If it hadn’t been for Han Yan’s intervention, even he wouldn’t have managed to control the situation. So, he just let Han Yan do as she pleased.

On the following day, a cool breeze blew, a rare delight in the weather. After breakfast, Han Yan went to the street alone. One event after another had happened recently. While the Supreme Elder Token matter was resolved, there was still no news about Zirong’s fiancée matter. Her heart was restless, so she wanted to stroll around alone to clear her mind.

However, Han Yan did not expect that this little outing to ease her mind would lead to meeting someone who would upset her.

(The update frequency has decreased because I am extremely busy over the New Year, truly unable to find time. The saved drafts have already been exhausted, boo-hoo, I’m crying like a fool. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year. If you find the updates too few, you might want to save them up and read it all in one go after the New Year for a satisfying experience.)