The meeting was indeed harmonious and joyful.
Shen Han also wore a smile on his face, though he felt somewhat puzzled inside.
Previously, when they saw him, the seniors all remarked on his timely arrival.
What did this "timely" mean?
Shen Han glanced at the young woman beside him, sensing something was amiss.
Could it be they want to set him up with a partner...
Thinking this, he was at a loss for words.
Should he suddenly add that he already has someone he admires?
It felt strange, as if he were being overly self-important.
Lost in thought, Shen Han turned to look at the seniors, Yu You and Yu Chou.
He had mentioned to them before, so they ought to know he already had someone he admired...
Though pondering, Shen Han did not voice his thoughts.
After all, for now, it was just casual greetings and small talk.
During the conversation, Senior Yu You paused for a moment and stepped forward.
"Shen Han, this is Fairy Chu Yuanyuan."
Upon Senior Yu You’s introduction, Shen Han greeted her courteously.
Fairy Chu also returned the greeting, but her delicate brows were slightly furrowed, as if something bothered her.
"Don’t think that just because you’ve achieved some success, you are exceptionally outstanding.
This Fairy Chu before you is quite impressive.
In certain areas, she might even surpass you."
Senior Yu You smiled as he spoke, while Shen Han felt a growing sense of discomfort.
He replied with modesty.
"I am aware that my natural talent is ordinary. I’m content as long as I can improve through practice."
Upon hearing this, Yu You quickly waved his hand dismissively.
"Dean Chu, don’t listen to this child’s nonsense; he speaks too modestly.
His talent can’t be considered ordinary.
Although this child is a disciple of the Star Tower, his abilities and potential are fully fit to be a direct disciple of our Celestial Sword Sect."
As Yu You said this, Dean Chu’s expression suddenly froze.
"This child... is not a Celestial Sword Sect disciple?"
Yu You seemed to realize that Dean Chu seemed somewhat dissatisfied with Shen Han’s identity.
Having good relations with the Celestial Sword Sect is vastly different from being an actual disciple of the sect.
"Dean Chu, the child chose to stay at the Star Tower to repay the grace of discovery from my brother.
In terms of talent, this child is absolutely not inferior to his peers."
Yu You’s explanation seemed not to have dispelled Dean Chu’s concerns.
To her, it seemed more like an excuse to deliberately praise Shen Han.
Upon hearing, her expression became more serious.
"Sect Leader Yu, our Yuanyuan’s talent and potential should be among the best of her generation in Yu Palace.
By the grace of heaven, she is also blessed with beauty.
Many young heroes from the Inner Domain admire her, as you know, Sect Leader Yu.
Though we are old acquaintances, this should not be the case..."
The words, although tactful, clearly carried disdain.
As Dean Chu’s voice fell, Yu You wanted to respond, but beside him, Chu Yuanyuan frowned, stepping forward.
"Senior Yu, right now, my thoughts are fully devoted to cultivation and practice.
So, I haven’t thought about other matters..."
The rejection in her words was very straightforward.
Seeing this, Shen Han almost wanted to laugh.
Senior Yu You intended to play matchmaker, unaware that he already has someone he admires.
Nor has he understood whether the girl is willing or not.
Seeing her stepping forward to voice her refusal, Senior Yu You furrowed his brows.
After a moment’s hesitation, he looked at Dean Chu again.