Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes-Chapter 130 - 129: Just a Rift Between Her and Me

Chapter 130: Chapter 129: Just a Rift Between Her and Me
In the Capital City, the Imperial Court’s inspections were everywhere.
Shi Yuezhu no longer worried about Shen Han’s safety, and she could finally leave.
On the road, Shi Yuezhu actually knew that Shen Han had discovered she was protecting him.
The two of them, in tacit understanding, never spoke of it.
But now, it was finally time to part ways.
Holding the letter in her hand, she did not linger in the Capital City but headed toward Tianyi Academy.
The Capital City was large, but Tianyi Academy was not difficult to find.
Following the signposts, she quickly arrived at the entrance of the academy.
Tianyi Academy had only been established for over thirty years, making it relatively lacking in depth compared to other academies.
The overall architectural style of the academy lacked that ancient charm and fragrance.
Just by looking, you could sense a lack of depth.
"Please present the academy token; non-Tianyi Academy students, please do not enter."
Upon reaching the academy’s entrance, a guard approached.
The guard’s tone was polite and did not make anyone feel uncomfortable.
As he spoke, Shen Han produced his admission letter.
Upon seeing the letter, the guard immediately understood.
"Ah, you’re a new student at the academy. Please wait a moment while I inform your tutor.
When first entering the academy, the tutor will guide you around."
Saying this, the guard invited Shen Han to sit and wait in the pavilion at the entrance.
Shen Han understood the reasoning behind this.
Most academies have many areas that should not be casually accessed.
Without a tutor to guide you, taking the wrong path might lead to trouble.
In less than a quarter of an hour, the guard briskly returned.
"Mr. Dugu said he’s occupied with something else and requests you to wait here a bit longer."
With that, the guard continued waiting at the academy gate.
Shen Han, unhurried, continued to sit in the pavilion and wait.
However, the wait lasted for nearly a whole two-hour period.
The guard, unable to bear it, went to urge Mr. Dugu once more.
Before long, the guard returned with a slightly awkward look on his face.
"Mr. Dugu is indeed busy... you might have to wait a bit longer..."
Seeing the guard’s embarrassed expression, Shen Han had a vague suspicion that Mr. Dugu might have said something unpleasant.
Things that the guard felt awkward relaying.
While waiting, a long-haired young woman entered through the academy gate, her dark tresses casually tied up, wearing an elegant dark green dress.
As she passed by the pavilion, Shen Han caught a glimpse of her.
Her attire was lavish, and the bracelets on her wrist appeared extremely luxurious.
When passing, she gave Shen Han a glance.
After a brief look, as she was about to leave, she abruptly stopped, gazing intently at Shen Han.
A faint smile graced her face, making her appear quite amiable.
"Are you... here to study?"
Shen Han felt she was asking a question to which she already knew the answer but still nodded amicably.
Indeed, there were other matters one could handle at Tianyi Academy.
"Who is your tutor?"
Upon hearing this question, the guard quickly replied, "It’s Mr. Dugu Tian..."
From the guard’s tone, Shen Han guessed that Dugu Tian wasn’t a stranger to making students wait in this manner.
"Then come with me, I’ll take you to find Dugu Tian. Waiting here, you might not see him even by nightfall."
Hearing this, the guard turned to Shen Han, "This is Senior Sister Qiu Shuyin. With her taking you, there’s no problem."
Shen Han expressed his gratitude to both, and without hesitation, followed behind her, heading into the academy.
Tianyi Academy was indeed quite vast, with carved railings and jade steps, occasionally interspersed with small pavilions, all exquisitely elegant.
Though it lacked ancient charm, it was beautiful enough.
"You must be Shen Han?"
"Senior Sister Qiu, do you know me?"
Qiu Shuyin wore a faint smile as she looked at Shen Han, "I’ve seen you once at the Thousand-Autumn Grand Gathering — you performed well, even surpassing Su Jinyu."
Remembering Su Jinyu’s frustrated expression at the time still makes me happy now~"
"Is there some grudge between you and the Su Family’s Pride?" Shen Han curiously asked.
Upon hearing Shen Han’s question, Qiu Shuyin turned her head to the side, pondering before answering.
"It’s not exactly a grudge, but there is a rift between us..."
Qiu Shuyin paused briefly before continuing.
"Over two years ago, your elder brother Shen Ye came to the Capital City to study.
Su Jinyu, knowing full well my affection for him, still drew closer to Shen Ye.
Claiming they were bosom friends..."
Qiu Shuyin’s face bore a cold smile as she spoke.
Clearly, this resentment ran deep.
Through their conversation, Shen Han gradually grasped the situation between her and Su Jinyu.
In essence, it was a rivalry over a man, which Qiu Shuyin didn’t win.
In terms of appearance, she was a notch below Su Jinyu.
In terms of talent, Su Jinyu’s prowess in the Sword Dao overshadowed the whole of Great Wei.
While Qiu Shuyin wasn’t lacking, her accomplishments in music cultivation were deep, but she didn’t earn the title of pride.
After Su Jinyu and Shen Ye expressed their mutual feelings, the friendship between Qiu Shuyin and Su Jinyu broke down.
Turning them, almost, into foes.
Qiu Shuyin’s reason for helping Shen Han was quite simple.
Due to the arranged marriage by the Imperial Family, Shen Han had unnerved Su Jinyu immensely.
Seeing Su Jinyu upset made Qiu Shuyin happy.
Encountering Shen Han today, she naturally decided to assist him.
"Su Jinyu merely basks in the glory of the Su Family; if it weren’t for the Su Family’s soldiers’ prestige, Shen Ye wouldn’t fancy her."
"Is my elder brother really so sought after in the Capital City?" Shen Han casually asked.
Newly arrived, he could already sense Shen Ye’s influence.
It seems his reputation as a pride was significant in Great Wei.
Upon hearing Shen Han’s words, Qiu Shuyin chuckled softly, glancing at Shen Han.
"It seems you, a member of the Shen Family, have no idea how formidable your elder brother is.
Shen Ye, the pride, is a talent in both literature and martial arts.
Even in this hub of geniuses, he remains a standout.
Some might say Shen Ye isn’t the strongest among the younger generation in Great Wei.
But if asked to name the strongest, they can at most mention three people who can rival Shen Ye."
Shen Han looked at Qiu Shuyin beside him and could see the admiration she held for Shen Ye in her eyes.
Seeing Shen Han looking at her, Qiu Shuyin also felt her demeanor wasn’t very reserved.
Softly coughing twice, she changed the topic.
"I know, because of this arranged marriage, your relationship with your elder brother isn’t good.
But just because you’ve made Su Jinyu uncomfortable, I, Qiu Shuyin, am willing to protect you here at Tianyi Academy.
If you can make Su Jinyu completely leave your elder brother’s side, and I become your sister-in-law, I’ll surely persuade your elder brother to reconcile with you."
Hearing this, Shen Han courteously declined.
Seeing Shen Han’s slightly serious expression, Qiu Shuyin understood that the relationship between them was more severe than she had imagined.
However, being a lively person, she casually spoke to lighten the mood.
"As a younger cousin, your resentment towards your elder brother is quite strong.
In terms of looks, you are handsomer than your elder brother by two degrees.
But in terms of talent, even if you reach a tenth of his, it would be impressive..."