Rain Listening Pavilion.

Recently, Shi Yuezhu has been by Su Jinyu's side, giving her some guidance.

With the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering approaching, Shi Yuezhu's advice has allowed Su Jinyu to make significant progress.

"Master, are you really not going to accompany me to the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering?"

Shi Yuezhu gently tapped Su Jinyu's delicate nose, her face filled with affection.

"I have some matters to attend to. Previously, I encountered some problems in Qianyang Country. Now that my strength has returned, it's time to drag out the culprits of those issues."

Su Jinyu pursed her lips slightly, still hoping her master could attend.

But Shi Yuezhu had her own matters to deal with, so it wasn't appropriate to insist.

"Your problem, child, is determination.

If you can firmly hold onto your beliefs, even Shen Ye can be your equal in a match."

Shi Yuezhu's words were not nonsense; Su Jinyu's talent in Sword Dao was no less than hers.

If she could strengthen her determination, her future achievements wouldn't fall short of Shi Yuezhu's own.

Su Jinyu smiled and nodded, aware that other people's compliments were often flattery.

But when her master praised her, it was because she truly was exceptional.

At 3:00 PM, after making all necessary arrangements, Shi Yuezhu left by Controlling the Sky.

Without her master, Su Jinyu no longer showed her previous playful demeanor.

In front of others, she displayed a detached, distant aura.

This year's Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering, Su Jinyu also aspired to match Shen Ye's feat of crossing ninety levels.

But she lacked the confidence to do so...

The night had fallen.

The maid beside Su Jinyu, named Qingcao, walked over with small steps.

"Miss, we've just received a transmission from the Shen Mansion. It says the fifth young master Shen Han is setting off for Heyang City, seemingly intending to participate in the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering..."

Upon hearing this, Su Jinyu simply nodded slightly.

Her maid thought for a moment before continuing:

"Earlier, I heard Ao'Er say that Shen Han was quite dissatisfied with the sacrifice made to break off the engagement.

He even told Third Master Shen that it was Miss who wanted the disengagement, so it should be Miss who makes the sacrifice..."

At these words, the maid couldn't help but let a slight smile surface on her face.

"Miss is the pride of the Su Family. Even if Miss were willing, who would allow Miss to sacrifice?

Third Master Shen also made a bet with him, that during this Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering, he should surpass you, Miss..."

Su Jinyu gently leaned against the railing, her gaze fixed on the raindrops dripping from the eaves.

Drip, drip...

"They say destiny is not in one's hands. Shen Han was born with this fate, and it's a burden he must bear.

This time at the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering will extinguish his hopes."

Su Jinyu relaxed her brows, as if the raindrops beside the eaves understood her thoughts, ceasing their fall entirely.

The Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering is scheduled for the end of the Winter Month.

Today is the twenty-second day of the Winter Month, with only a few days left until the gathering.

Having packed his belongings, Shen Han prepared to head for Heyang City.

When Lady Yun was a young girl, she once accompanied her elder brother to witness the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering.

Within the gathering, young talents step into the Thousand Autumns, expending much energy and stamina.

Exhausted beyond measure, they are unable to care for themselves.

Thinking of this, Lady Yun decided to send Cailing to accompany Shen Han to the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering.

This little girl Cailing was beyond excited upon hearing this.

She had long wanted to venture outside, and the opportunity to witness the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering was even more thrilling.

Seeing the little girl so visibly exhilarated, Shen Han agreed.

Lady Yun busied herself, instructing Cailing to pack more items to avoid missing anything.

Medicinal wine for injuries and bruises was also to be prepared.

After Cailing left to attend to her tasks, Lady Yun held Shen Han's hand and sat down.

"Han, you are quite clever and always sensible.

But in a large family, it's always the sensible children who end up suffering."

Lady Yun looked at Shen Han, her eyes unconsciously revealing a hint of heartache.

"For Su Jinyu to be called the pride of the heavens, her talent and strength are not easily surpassed.

Han, it's not that Third Madam doesn't believe in you, but to surpass her is exponentially more difficult than imagined.

Attend the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering according to your schedule.

If you lose to the Su Family's pride, do not return to the Shen Mansion, find a quiet place to live peacefully."

After speaking, Lady Yun watched Shen Han wanting to respond, lightly nodded, and continued.

"I know you're worried about Cailing, and previously your father threatened you with Cailing's safety.

Thus, even when venturing outside for experience, you still had to return home as scheduled.

But this time is different, take Cailing with you to Heyang City, and upon passing the Yun Family, leave her with my elder brother.

Han, you must listen to me this time.

With the wedding approaching, to annul this engagement, the means of the Shen and Su families..."

Lady Yun's expression grew serious and she did not continue her sentence.

Not wanting to worry Lady Yun further, Shen Han hesitated for a moment before agreeing.

Actually, Lady Yun's considerations were already quite thorough.

Should he flee, the Shen and Su families would only dare take out their frustrations on the little maid, Cailing.

But wouldn't dare use such harsh methods on the Third Madam.

Moreover, the Yun Family is a considerable power, with the protective force of her maiden family, Lady Yun need not fear.

"Do not worry about me. If given the opportunity, I might visit the Yun Family after a while, rest assured."

After packing, Shen Han and Cailing ate some food in the courtyard.

Following their meal, they headed to the post station and boarded the carriage bound for Heyang City.

Behind them, experts arranged by the Shen Family high-ups closely followed the carriage.

The wheels rolled forward, and after leaving Yun'an City, the road grew increasingly uneven and bumpy.

Sitting in the carriage was steep and uncomfortable.

Shen Han glanced at the cheerful Cailing beside him.

She seemed utterly delighted, opening the carriage curtain, her vibrant eyes constantly scanning the outside.

She had rarely ventured outside from the Shen Mansion courtyard.

The surrounding mountains and flowing streams brightened her eyes.

Seeing Cailing's joyful demeanor, Shen Han found his mood greatly uplifted.

Heyang City lies east of Yun'an City.

Passing through two cities, among them Anyang City, the city of the Yun Family.

The road, slightly farther from the cities, became considerably poorer.

Shen Han felt that with his current strength combined with his body technique, Lonely Wind Snow-Treading Step, he could definitely go faster than the carriage.

But Cailing couldn't keep up and was getting tired.

On the journey, Cailing occasionally sang some tunes, laughing and playing, which was quite delightful.

At night, they lodged at a post station, Shen Han kept vigil inside the room, relaxing with closed eyes.

Cailing couldn't resist her drowsiness, like a kitten she leaned against Shen Han and fell asleep.

As the night passed, at 7:00 AM, they resumed their journey.

The next post station to stop was in Anyang City.

Lady Yun's maiden family, it's actually Shen Han's first visit.

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