Outside the arena, Shen Qingshan was ready to step in and intervene.

He had always quite liked his grandson Shen Ao.

The young boy spoke sweetly, and today's performance was indeed outstanding.

Moreover, Shen Ao was still so young; in a few years, he might well reach the level of Shen Ye.

"Brother Phoenix Fool, please stop."

Qianmu Fan spoke again, seeing that Phoenix Fool remained frenzied, holding a chess piece in his hand.

With a flick of the chess piece in his hand, a chessboard grid instantly appeared.

The edges of the grid directly trapped Phoenix Fool inside.

The fist force in his hand erupted, each punch bearing the power to split mountains.

But each punch struck the edges of the grid without effect, as immovable as a mountain against wind and rain.

"Ao'Er, keep some distance; your Brother Feng is currently in a frenzy and might accidentally hurt someone.

Wait till he calms down a bit."

Qianmu Fan's words were as genteel as ever, his tone leisurely, calm and composed.

Coupled with his demeanor, he indeed had the air of a scholar.

Hearing Qianmu Fan's words, Shen Qingshan waved his hand, allowing Shen Ao to retreat.

"The cultivation technique Little Friend Feng has practiced is indeed mysterious, something I've never seen in all my years in Great Wei."

Upon hearing this, Qianmu Fan bowed towards Shen Qingshan.

"It's normal that General Shen hasn't seen it; after all, it is a Dharma Gate Brother Phoenix Fool himself comprehended.

While it can greatly increase strength, it also clouds the mind, with both pros and cons."

With these words, Qianmu Fan's gaze fell once more upon Shen Ao.

"In this frenzied state, Brother Phoenix Fool is a match not even for many famous young geniuses in the Capital City.

Ao'Er, at such a young age, forcing Brother Phoenix Fool into this state of frenzy is truly worthy of being Shen Ye's younger brother.

Such talent is indeed stunning and extraordinary."

At this moment, Phoenix Fool, trapped by the chessboard, was gradually regaining clarity.

Qianmu Fan waved his hand, retracting the chessboard grid he had set up, then stepped forward lightly to support Phoenix Fool back to his seat to rest.

Though Qianmu Fan's every word praised Shen Ao's talent and strength,

the surrounding onlookers couldn't help but fix their eyes on him.

Just moments ago, Phoenix Fool in his frenzy exerted a fist force of at least Sixth Grade First Snow Realm.

The man was in a state of fearlessness.

Yet, despite this, with just a flick of a chess piece, he was pinned down.

The techniques of chess players to attack are incredibly subtle.

To subdue someone as strong as Phoenix Fool with just a gesture,

how formidable must Qianmu Fan's strength be?

Thinking of this, the gaze of onlookers held even more respect as they looked at Qianmu Fan.

"General Shen, Brother Phoenix Fool's state might be unfit for further competition.

Allow me to take his place."

Shen Qingshan nodded slightly and looked at Shen Ao.

Although Shen Ao had demonstrated his talent, his trial was not yet technically over.

Shen Ao was not bashful about this, striding back in.

"Brother Qianmu, please instruct Shen Ao~"

Also a scholarly practitioner, Shen Ao had often conversed with Qianmu Fan in the Capital City.

Especially when Shen Ye was unavailable for guidance, Shen Ao would go to Qianmu Fan with his questions.

"Ao'Er, go all out, no need to hold back."

With Qianmu Fan's words, Shen Ao followed suit with all his might.

"Divine Mountain Array!"

The voice still bore a trace of childishness, but at its utterance, a massive phantom mountain appeared in the sky, as wide as Wutong Villa.

It seemed to want to crush everyone beneath it.

Qianmu Fan looked at Shen Ao approvingly, but merely flicked out another chess piece.

"Pinnacle Point."

This was a move in the game of chess, substantial and weighted.

It competed in force against the Divine Mountain Array.

Within a hundred breaths, the previously imposing Divine Mountain was shattered by a single chess piece.

The mountain phantom vanished instantly.

The disparity between the two was quite evident.

Losing to Qianmu Fan, Shen Ao, though usually arrogant, seemed convinced and accepting.

He merely sighed with a hint of regret.

Next to him, Shen Qingshan beckoned him over repeatedly.

"Come, Ao'Er, sit beside me~"

This performance was enough to warrant special treatment from Shen Qingshan towards Shen Ao.

Hearing Shen Qingshan call him, Shen Ao trotted over.

"Ao'Er, you did well today. If there's anything you wish for, just tell me~

As long as it's within my power, it's yours~"

Madam Shen, nearby, caught these words and smiled kindly.

"Didn't you always want a grand estate? Today is the day to ask your grandfather for it~"

Giving away a grand estate in one go, this was indeed a grand gesture.

But Shen Ao shook his head, looked at Shen Qingshan.

"Grandfather, Ao'Er doesn't want any grand estate.

Can I have a match against Shen Han? He hit me before and I want to hit back."

In front of Shen Qingshan, Shen Ao deliberately played the part of a child in his speech.

In truth, his intentions were far more ruthless than those of an innocent child.

"Shen Han hit you? He dared to hit you?"

Shen Qingshan's face grew stern as he looked over to where Shen Han sat in the corner.

His entire presence exuded an imposing aura, pressing toward Shen Han.

But Shi Yuezhu beside him gently waved her hand, rippling away that aura until it disappeared.

"As an elder brother, bullying your cousin in the clan, who taught you such things!"

Upon hearing Shen Qingshan's stern reprimand, Shen Han stood up, unflustered.

"In response to Old Duke, that day, Cousin Shen Ao spoke words of cruel fratricide, and without noble rank, he imposed a servant's kowtow.

Such actions violate the laws and rites of Great Wei, and as his elder brother, I had to discipline him.

If the Old Duke believes my guidance was improper, I am willing to go with him to the Ministry of Rites to argue the truth."

Hearing Shen Han's words, Shen Qingshan's expression turned sterner still.

Though his tone was not forceful, this was clearly defying the Patriarch's authority to his face.

However, since Shen Ao was in the wrong, Shen Qingshan didn't want to pursue the matter further.

He turned to look at Shen Ao beside him, his expression once more turning kindly.

"Since Ao'Er has requested this, how could I refuse?

Competitions among clan members are commonplace."

After finishing these words, Shen Qingshan paused for a moment before continuing.

"However, Ao'Er, you should know this elder brother of yours advanced to the eightieth level in the Stepping into the Thousand Autumns.

Moreover, he is also quite a bit older than you; are you confident?"

As he said this, Shen Qingshan's tone carried a teasing note, subtly mocking Shen Han.

Upon hearing this, Shen Ao lifted his head arrogantly: "So what? Even if he happened to reach a hundred levels, what of it?"

"Indeed, young though you are, your ambition is commendable.

But I must remind you, Ao'Er, even if you defeat Shen Han, you should not become complacent.

Surpassing him is merely a starting point, not an achievement worth boasting about.

Only if you can surpass your older brother Shen Ye, would it be a cause for celebration."

Shen Qingshan openly voiced these words, his favoritism apparent to all.

The other scolded Shen family juniors were initially in low spirits.

But seeing Shen Han being further looked down upon, their hearts felt somewhat balanced.

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