Chapter 481: Su Yun, the Immortal Maiden

Chapter 481: Su Yun, the Immortal Maiden

November 6th, 2024

The formation Su Chen had set up was called the Iron Wall Formation.

This formation was a defensive array, with its outer edges as solid as an iron wall.

As a fundamental formation, it was frequently used.

Su Chen's research on formations was actually quite limited.

After achieving some minor success, Su Chen hadn't touched formations for a good while.

The crisis brought by Fan Chengyan and his focus on cultivation had consumed all his time.

Su Chen felt he had done well to achieve such results in formations.

Leaving the wilderness, Su Chen returned to Yangchun City.

He checked the map and located the Heaven Spanning Mountain.

Due to Wulan Manor's unique location, one would usually detour around the edge of the eastern mountain range.

Three towering mountain ranges extended endlessly, and it was hard to tell if any monsters were hiding within.

Moreover, many martial arts experts disliked the hassle of traveling on their own.

With their status, they naturally wanted to enjoy some comfort.

Traveling by carriage was slower, but it was much more relaxed.

Su Chen guessed that Jun Han might take this route.

He bypassed the lower end of the eastern mountain range and then headed north.

The distance wasn't far at all; it would take less than four days to reach by carriage.

According to Gu Liang, Jun Han wouldn't arrive at Heaven Spanning Mountain for cultivation until the end of March.

There was still half a month left.

To choose an ideal location, Su Chen decided to walk this route himself.

In the end, he chose to set up an ambush two hundred li north after exiting the mountain range.

The carriage's route mostly followed the official road.

Logically, there would be many travelers, making it unpredictable.

But Su Chen's chosen spot was right after a narrow pass.

After passing through, heading north would lead directly to Heaven Spanning Mountain.

Others going north would take a boat and travel a section of the waterway.

This unique terrain provided the perfect opportunity.

This spot was not far from Wulan Manor, even within its sphere of influence.

Jun Han would feel more confident traveling in these areas than elsewhere.

It was also possible that he wasn't accompanied by a Transcendent Realm expert.

Su Chen went over the plan in his mind and felt it was still feasible.

As a martial arts cultivator, his cultivation journey would have many similarities.

Su Chen didn't believe that Jun Han always had a Transcendent Realm expert by his side when traveling.

Every martial artist cultivated their mind, body, and physique.

It was impossible to be protected by others all the time; how could one stand on their own? Moreover, did Wulan Manor really have that many Transcendent Realm experts?

The Jin Kingdom indeed had many Transcendent Realm experts, and the major sects had over twenty Transcendent Realm martial artists.

But even the most powerful sects couldn't always assign Transcendent Realm experts to follow someone.

It was acceptable for specific occasions, but for personal protection, no Transcendent Realm expert would endure it.

The protected youth probably couldn't bear it either.

Transcendent Realm experts in the Jin Kingdom were also among the top martial artists.

Although not as revered as those in the Dazhou, they weren't mere guards to be summoned at will.

After determining the location, Su Chen stayed near the designated post station.

At this spot, travelers would usually take a short break.

Those riding in carriages would typically get off to stretch their legs.

Su Chen the opportunity to see who had arrived.

He could tell at a glance if Jun Han or the target had appeared.

Of course, the entire plan still had a chance of failure.

Misunderstandings, unexpected circumstances, and various situations could occur.

If that happened, Su Chen would blame it on bad luck.

A few people, he had made his plan as perfect as possible, and now he just needed to wait patiently.

Wulan Manor.

Jun Han's injuries had healed long ago; it was just a surge of energy.

A short rest would have been enough for him to recover.

Moreover, the cultivation techniques of Wulan Manor were renowned for their powerful recovery abilities.

If he couldn't recover from such minor injuries, he wouldn't be worthy of being the Senior Apprentice of Wulan Manor.

Today, Jun Han had been hiding in the West Garden since morning.

"Has she left? It's almost been two days; she can't still be here, right?"

Jun Han furrowed his brows, his voice unconsciously lowering.

"Senior Brother Jun, I think you should go and see Su Yun, the Immortal Maiden.

She won't leave until she sees you."

Hearing his junior apprentice's words, Jun Han knew that Liu Suyun was waiting for him at Wulan Manor.

"Didn't you tell her I left? Be resourceful, make up some excuses."

Jun Han was a bit helpless. He couldn't refuse or dodge the issue. What should he do?

"Senior Brother Jun, do you think Su Yun, the Immortal Maiden, would be so easily deceived?

You're supposed to go to Heaven Spanning Mountain for cultivation at the end of the month.

"And previously, I followed your instructions, Second Apprentice, and still got scolded."

Hearing his junior's words, Jun Han sighed, filled with helplessness.

"Second Apprentice, what's wrong with Su Yun, Female?"

The Liu Family has a formidable foundation, and Su Yun, Female is also quite the beauty.

And she's so persistent towards you."

What's going on?"

The junior before him furrowed his brows.

He didn't quite understand; the beauty had taken the initiative, yet his senior was still hiding.

Jun Han also knitted his brows, pondering for a while before finally lifting his head to look at his junior beside him.

"Many things aren't as simple as getting what you desire through persistence.

Most obstacles are beyond our young generation's ability to resolve.

It's better to meet less often to avoid more pain in the future."

Jun Han's words were essentially an explanation for his actions.

The junior before him seemed to understand a little.

"Is it that Su Yun, Female's family disagrees?"

Jun Han smiled but didn't elaborate further.

He merely asked this junior to explain on his behalf.

Just as they finished speaking, two women approached swiftly from a distance.

The one in front was precisely Liu Suyun, Female who had come to find Jun Han.

Following behind her was Mo Liuzheng, Female with a smile on her face.

Seeing her, Jun Han already understood why Liu Suyun had come here.

"Is hiding from me so amusing?"

Liu Suyun walked up to Jun Han, her face cold.

Despite her cold expression, her words weren't meant to push him away.

"There are some matters I can't get away from here."

"Didn't you say you were going out for training? Why are you suddenly unavailable again?

Are you training in this garden?"

Liu Suyun's rapid-fire questions left Jun Han at a loss for words.

He glanced at Mo Liuzheng, Female with a hint of blame.

But Mo Liuzheng, Female continued to smile.

"Am I some wild monster?

Why is it so difficult to meet you when I'm so unwelcome?"

As they spoke, the coldness in Liu Suyun's tone faded, replaced by a hint of complaint.

"The elders of the Liu Family probably don't want you to meet me."

With these words, Jun Han essentially stated why he didn't want to meet with Liu Suyun.

Their relationship lacked the support of the Liu Family elders.

"I, Liu Suyun, am not a three-year-old child. I can decide my own matters.

Even my family's elders can't force me."

Jun Han looked at Liu Suyun, but he didn't respond.

Indeed, Liu Suyun was very brave, standing up to her family's elders and sticking to her beliefs.

Knowing she couldn't persuade her family, the Liu Family elders shifted their focus to Jun Han.

Liu Suyun probably didn't know that her family's elders had already approached Jun Han.

"How's your body doing?"

Seeing that Jun Han didn't reply, Liu Suyun asked again.

This time, her tone carried a hint of gentleness.

Hearing this, Jun Han moved his muscles.

Smiling, he replied, "It's fine. We from Wulan Manor have strong physiques.

It's not that easy for problems to occur."

Seeing this, Liu Suyun's face revealed a trace of ruthlessness.

"I've arranged for people to search for his whereabouts, but he hasn't shown up recently.

The authentic version is available at 69shu.com! 6 = 9, so read it at 99shu.com!

As soon as he's located, over a hundred people from our Liu Family will capture him.

Tell me how much he hurt you.

I'll make him repay you a hundredfold."

At this moment, Liu Suyun's tone was even harsher than her cold expression.

"No need. We can drag him out."

Jun Han didn't want to accept Liu Suyun's kindness, and he didn't want her or the Liu Family involved in capturing Su Chen, Male.

"Don't worry. This is my own arrangement. Wulan Manor doesn't owe you any favors.

You just need to tell me how much he hurt you."

Jun Han felt a bit helpless.

But seeing Liu Suyun's determined expression, he opened his mouth.

"Just some superficial injuries. My energy and blood stirred slightly.

Other than that, there's nothing else. It's not a big deal."

Upon hearing this, Liu Suyun nodded.

But her eyes and brows revealed more anger.

"You suffered superficial injuries, right? Then I'll make sure every inch of his skin is wounded!

I know the elders spoke to you.

But I, Liu Suyun, am telling you clearly that I decide everything for myself.

Whoever I choose is my choice.

Not even my mother and father can control me!"

Liu Suyun spoke loudly, without any attempt to hide her words.

The servants and attendants passing by should have heard this.

Several attendants lifted their heads to glance, and after snapping out of their daze, they hurried away.

"With such a declaration, it won't be long before the news spreads throughout the entire Wulan Manor."

Jun Han's face also turned slightly embarrassed, feeling a bit awkward.

"This matter will indeed bring you unwanted fame, and getting involved won't benefit you either."

"What's wrong with retaliating against someone who dares to lay a hand on my man?"

"That Su Chen should have known he would face such danger when he made his move."

"Besides, I don't see how it could be disadvantageous to me."

"A low-tier Martial Artist from a remote area won't have much influence on me."

As Liu Suyun's words fell, Mo Liuzheng, who had accompanied her, smiled.

"That's not necessarily true.

Su Chen is quite handsome, you know.

Who knows, he might also have a formidable Red-Powder Beauty."

Hearing this, Liu Suyun didn't take it to heart.

"If he does have such a Red-Powder Beauty, I'll teach her a lesson too.

The punishment he deserves will also be delivered to his Red-Powder Beauty."

Listening to Liu Suyun's straightforward words, Jun Han was touched, but also felt a little flustered.

"Without the approval of my family elders, it's truly difficult for us to be together."

Having said what she wanted to say, Liu Suyun knew that Jun Han would never be as brave as her.

Jun Han lacked the support of his family.

Unlike Liu Suyun, who was a direct descendant of the Liu family, entitled to act on her whims.

As the Senior Apprentice of Wulan Manor, Jun Han had to be cautious and vigilant about many things.

He had to be mindful of his words and actions.

With Liu Suyun's involvement, the Liu family would directly confront Wulan Manor.

Jun Han, as the Senior Apprentice, had an unstable foundation.

If he acted too recklessly, not only might he be unable to be with Liu Suyun, but he could also lose everything in Wulan Manor.

These were things that Martial Artists like Sang Muye and Mo Liuzheng, who had resources and family backing, could never understand.

They had their families to support them if they made mistakes.

But Jun Han lacked this advantage.

Having said what he wanted to say, Liu Suyun looked at Jun Han a few more times before turning and leaving Wulan Manor.

Seeing her departure, Mo Liuzheng didn't follow to see her off.

At this moment, Liu Suyun probably wanted some time alone.

Jun Han watched her figure leave, feeling a little dazed.

"What's wrong with retaliating against someone who dares to lay a hand on my man?"

Seeing Jun Han's expression, Mo Liuzheng, standing nearby, teased him with a playful look.

Liu Suyun had just boldly declared that Jun Han was her man.

It was indeed a bold statement.

"Senior Apprentice Jun, even Fairy Suyun is so brave.

Why are you still so timid? Look at how worried everyone is about your injury.

If the two of you end up together, you'll have to pay me for being the matchmaker."

Facing Mo Liuzheng's teasing, Jun Han remained silent.

With various difficulties and obstacles stacked against them, it was uncertain if he and Liu Suyun could truly be together.

Their future was still uncertain.

However, the teams Liu Suyun had sent out to search for Su Chen's whereabouts had already dispersed.

In terms of strength, the Liu family was naturally not as powerful as Wulan Manor's deep-rooted influence.

Wulan Manor was a major sect with abundant resources, but also many members.

Compared to Wulan Manor, the core members of the Liu family could allocate more manpower and resources than even the elders of Wulan Manor.

With the Liu family's support, the chances of finding Su Chen's whereabouts had significantly increased.

Previously, several teams sent by Wulan Manor to search for Su Chen in the Kingdom of Zhou had returned injured.

Even a Transcendent Realm Martial Artist hired by Fan Chengyan had not gained much advantage in the Kingdom of Zhou.

Thus, the task of finding Su Chen's whereabouts was left to smaller teams.

After Sang Muye was injured at the Sacred Jade Tournament, the Sang family had sent people, and Wulan Manor had also increased their manpower.

With the addition of the Liu family members, the numbers were now quite impressive.

Although the numbers had increased, it had not yet affected Su Chen.

Wulan Manor, the Sang family, and the Liu family.

None of the forces had their targets near Wulan Manor.

Their primary objective was to exclude this area from their search.

They were certain Su Chen would not dare to come here.

At that very moment, Su Chen had been waiting at the post house for a long time.

He was waiting for Jun Han to set out for the Heaven Spanning Mountain.

Liu Suyun's words earlier had been spoken with conviction.

In her perspective, a small-time Martial Artist like Su Chen from a minor kingdom could not defy her.

If she wanted to punish him, he could only accept his fate.

Daring to lay a hand on the one she cared about was unforgivable, even if it was just a minor injury.

But what she didn't know was that Su Chen also thought that minor injuries were not enough.

(End of Chapter)

Chapter end