Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes-Chapter 127 - 126: What Did the Yun Family’s Reply Letter Say?

Chapter 127: Chapter 126: What Did the Yun Family’s Reply Letter Say?
Shen Han’s tone carried a hint of reverence. When facing elders, there was no mistake to be found.
After hearing Shen Han’s response, Shen Qingshan’s expression grew increasingly stern.
The semblance of benevolence he previously displayed had completely vanished.
They were all old foxes; how could he not understand the meaning behind Shen Han’s words?
Pretending to seek only academic pursuits, without joining others in their ways.
It was merely an excuse to brush him off.
This grandson, who was not favored, never showed any flaws in his conduct.
Today, his plan to make Shen Han cultivate within Shen Mansion was likely already seen through.
Unconsciously, Shen Qingshan glanced at Shen Han a few more times.
His gaze became increasingly fierce.
"Are you certain you want to pursue your studies at Tianyi Academy?"
His tone had already turned somewhat cold, carrying a hint of threat.
But in the face of Shen Qingshan’s question, Shen Han’s expression remained the same, respectful and courteous.
Beyond that, there was no extra emotion.
"In response to Old Duke, Shen Han knows that his talents are humble, and being able to enter Tianyi Academy is already a great fortune.
This grandson dares not have any other extravagant wishes. I humbly ask Old Duke for permission."
"Tianyi Academy is far away in the Capital City. Without the protection of the Shen Family, aren’t you afraid of encountering danger?
Outside Yun’an City, danger accompanies at every turn.
Living in constant fear would likely be detrimental to cultivation; better to settle for a few years in Shen Mansion."
With this statement, Shen Qingshan had openly threatened him.
He went as far as to suggest that leaving Yun’an City would put Shen Han in danger.
But no matter the threat, Shen Han couldn’t possibly stay at Shen Mansion any longer.
"Old Duke and many distinguished ancestors of the Shen Family fought for their titles and ranks on the battlefield.
The battlefield was fraught with peril and crisis.
If the illustrious ancestors of the Shen Family were unafraid, how could this grandson be afraid?"
This response sounded commendable, like praising the bravery of the Shen Family’s ancestors.
Yet the meaning within was to oppose Shen Qingshan.
After finishing his words, Shen Han paused for a moment, seemingly with added determination in his gaze, and continued.
"According to the Ritual Records of Great Wei, when young ones of the family go out to study, the elders should celebrate with gongs and drums, and support them wholeheartedly.
This grandson has already made up his mind and hopes Old Duke will support him."
Shen Qingshan used safety to threaten, but Shen Han defended his position with the Ritual Records.
Between the two, it seemed the conflict had already been laid bare.
"If you insist on going to Tianyi Academy, then I can only make a helpless decision."
With a light sigh, Shen Qingshan prepared to reveal his last card.
"On the day you arrive in the Capital City, you will undoubtedly receive a piece of news.
The news of your father divorcing the Yun Family daughter-in-law.
In recent days, you should’ve noticed that the military under the Shen Family has completely ceased purchasing pills from the Yun Family.
While your father and Madam Yun are not yet divorced, there’s still room for reconciliation.
But after the divorce, it’ll be difficult to restore the situation."
Indeed, Shen Qingshan and Shen Lingsheng were father and son, with similar tactics.
Seeing the threat to Shen Han was ineffective, he began to use those closest to Shen Han to coerce him.
Unfortunately, he overestimated the Shen Family.
"In response to Old Duke, before returning to Shen Mansion, Madam Yun had already confided in me.
She also supports my pursuit of studies outside.
The matter of going to Tianyi Academy, I believe she will support me."
Without hesitation, Shen Han replied, catching Shen Qingshan a bit off guard.
He had always thought Shen Han was very close to Madam Yun and that using the Yun Family to threaten him should be effective.
"It seems you truly have a heart of stone, with not a trace of gratitude within you.
The Yun Family daughter-in-law treats you as her own, yet you have no intention of considering the Yun Family at all."
Criticism and belittlement rolled off Shen Han’s back.
Whether he had considered the Yun Family was not for Shen Qingshan to say.
"Since it’s come to this, if you wish to pursue studies at Tianyi Academy, then so be it.
But my previous words were no jest.
After your father divorces the Yun Family daughter-in-law, you will see how destitute the Yun Family will become."
Having said that, Shen Qingshan waved his hand, indicating for Shen Han to leave.
After saluting, Shen Han finally departed from the Patriarch’s courtyard.
Once outside, he couldn’t hold back any longer and a smile appeared on his face.
Double happiness indeed.
Not only could he break free from the Shen Family’s constraints, but Madam Yun could also take this chance to rid herself of that detestable person.
Over the years, the Shen Family had become domineering.
They instinctively thought that other forces desired to ally with the Shen Family.
A family like the Yun Family, specializing in pills, was believed to be unable to escape the Shen Family’s influence, at least from Shen Qingshan’s perspective.
Looking at Shen Han’s departing figure, Shen Qingshan inexplicably felt a tinge of worry.
Turning to Madam Shen, he frowned.
"Now I understand why you dislike this troublemaker; he is indeed detestable."
"Sir, you’ve been away for long and aren’t aware of many things.
In that troublemaker’s heart, there has never been room for the Shen Family.
Expecting him to contribute to the Shen Family is as hard as reaching the sky."
Madam Shen’s evaluation remained as usual.
In thought, Shen Qingshan took out a Sound Transmission Magical Artifact to communicate with his third son.
"Have we completely ceased purchasing pills from the Yun Family?"
In the eastern military camp of Great Wei, after receiving his father’s transmission, Shen Lingsheng found a quiet place to respond.
"Father, rest assured, over twenty days ago, we had entirely stopped purchasing pills from the Yun Family.
Some allied forces have also chosen to cooperate with us, ceasing to purchase pills from the Yun Family."
Hearing this, Shen Qingshan frowned slightly, feeling something was amiss.
"What did the Yun Family’s reply say?
With the cessation of pill purchases, they haven’t approached us?"
Shen Lingsheng hesitated for a moment and then replied: "The Yun Family hasn’t responded in writing...
Since stopping the purchase of their pills, they haven’t visited either..."
At this point, even Shen Lingsheng found it peculiar.
The father and son fell into a brief silence.
After pondering for a while, Shen Qingshan decided not to dwell on it further.
He truly couldn’t think of anything about the Shen Family that required consideration of the Yun Family’s stance.
In Great Wei, families like the Yun Family were a dime a dozen, easily replaceable.
On the contrary, it should be them seeking favor from the Shen Family.
"Forget it, cease worrying about baseless matters.
You and the Yun Family daughter-in-law should proceed with the divorce in the coming days.
Since there are no emotional ties, and given the Yun Family’s current attitude, we need not show them any more goodwill.
Use this opportunity to pressure them effectively.
Being too lenient only misleads third-rate forces, obscuring our Shen Family’s foundation."
"Understood, Lingsheng will draft the divorce letter today."
After saying this, Shen Qingshan hesitated for a moment and decided to probe into the family assessments.
"This time’s family assessments..."
"Father has returned to personally oversee the family assessments. Is there another outstanding younger generation emerging?"
Shen Qingshan paused: "The one showing a bit of excellence is your wayward son Shen Han.
Perhaps he chanced upon some luck, even Qianmu Fan lost to him."