Chapter 873 - 287: Ancient Memories Within the Bloodline_4

"Remember, the Golden Nature scam must not be leaked under any circumstances."

"You must not even mention it; at this moment, it concerns the life and death of everyone in the Shen Family."

Shen Yuan spoke solemnly.

This was a trap set by Heaven, a presence they couldn’t comprehend.

No one could guarantee how Heaven would detect that the Shen Family had already uncovered this enormous scam through ancient memories in their bloodline.

By then, to maintain secrecy, the opposing party’s desire to erase the Shen Family might be easier than squashing an ant.

"I will soon retreat to meditate on the secrets in the bloodline, attempting to find a way to separate the Golden Nature."

"The matters at home will be left to you temporarily."

After a brief instruction, Shen Yuan immediately left the small courtyard and headed toward the Black Water Pavilion.

By evening, the incessant rain finally showed signs of stopping.

Shen Chongming hurriedly arrived from down the mountain, his expression still somewhat bewildered.

Having presided over the Shen Family for decades, the family had faced many dangers, and never had the clansmen seen such an expression on his face.

"Back already?"

At the entrance of the old mansion, Shen Wenxing stood with hands behind his back, speaking softly upon seeing his son approach.

Shen Chongming snapped back to reality, realizing his father was standing before him, quickly bowing in greeting:

"Father, are you alright now?"

Shen Wenxing nodded, then sighed: "If you walk around the city with that look, the common people and cultivators will think the sky is about to fall."

Shen Chongming’s expression froze, then he smiled wryly and shook his head: "I don’t want it either, it’s just that this matter..."

"Your grandfather said that this matter is too significant; if it can be avoided, it should be."

"The order has been conveyed to all members of the Shen Family, right?"

Shen Chongming nodded slightly: "I personally instructed every family member, ensuring they won’t leak it."

"Chongxu has already sent Xiuyan to the Southern Border."

At this point, he glanced inside the old mansion with curiosity: "Where’s grandfather?"

The father and son entered the side room, and Shen Wenxing said: "Your grandfather has gone to meditate."

"He said he’s trying to find a way to solve the predicament of you, Li’Er, and your third uncle and the others."

Upon hearing this, Shen Chongming felt slightly relieved.

"You don’t have to worry too much."

But seeing his son’s face still covered in worry.

After sitting down, Shen Wenxing handed a cup of tea over: "Conspiracy or scam, with so many cultivators and Nascent Souls, aren’t they still fine?"

"If soldiers come, block them; if water comes, cover it with earth. If it’s truly unavoidable, one must face it calmly."

"After all, fighting such an existence with human strength, losing wouldn’t be disgraceful."

"Next, you should continue to cultivate, have strength within, and you’ll have more chances when facing changes."

Shen Chongming held the tea cup, nodding slightly after listening to his father’s guidance.

"After Ah Die’s breakthrough, you won’t have to consider the Impeccable Golden Body anymore."

Knowing the Golden Nature is a scam, he naturally doesn’t hope for his father to continue cultivating the so-called "Impeccable Golden Body" using Golden Nature.

However, Shen Wenxing chuckled and shook his head when he heard these words.

"The Impeccable Golden Body still needs cultivation."

"If your grandfather finds a way, there’s no harm if I cultivate the Impeccable Golden Body."

"If he doesn’t find a way, then I’ll bear it together with you."

He shifted the topic: "Moreover, I still intend to see what this Golden Nature truly is..."

"Father..."

Shen Chongming wanted to speak to stop him.

He simply couldn’t understand why his father would choose to dive in, knowing the Golden Nature is a scam.

"No need to say more, I’ve made up my mind."

"You all carry on with what you need to do."

Standing up, he patted his son’s shoulder and left the side room.

...

Southern Border, Yangquan Mountain.

Behind the Bai Xuan Sect Hall, Shen Xiuyan, cloaked in a large robe, was led inside.

Seeing Shen Chongxu, Shen Xiuyan gently removed his hood and bowed respectfully: "Xiuyan greets Uncle."

On the bed, Shen Chongxu quickly stood up to support him with a warm smile: "No need for such formalities."

"You rascal, the last time I saw you, you were only this tall..."

"Now you’ve grown into a man."

"By my reckoning, you should have already passed the coming-of-age ceremony, right?"

Shen Xiuyan smiled and nodded as he was pulled to sit aside by Shen Chongxu.

"Qianrou, brew a fine pot of Spirit Tea."

Shen Chongxu instructed, and beside him, Wushi Qianrou respectfully bowed and left.

"As the next patriarch of the Shen Family, is there a pressing reason why Brother Ming sent you to the Southern Border on an adventure?"

After exchanging pleasantries, Shen Chongxu curiously asked.

Upon hearing this, Shen Xiuyan’s brows furrowed: "Uncle didn’t notice?"

Just as Shen Chongxu was about to speak, Wushi Qianrou walked in with freshly brewed tea.

Seeing this, Shen Xiuyan glanced at her.

After she finished pouring tea, Shen Chongxu realized that what Shen Xiuyan was about to reveal was undoubtedly very important.

"Qianrou, guard the door and prevent anyone from disturbing me."

Wushi Qianrou bowed and then left the main hall, closing the door behind her.

"Uncle, do you have any means to block others’ prying?"

"Preferably, to conceal even some secrets from Heaven."

Shen Xiuyan spoke solemnly.

Upon hearing this, Shen Chongxu frowned deeply.

He could understand guarding against eavesdropping, but what did concealing secrets from Heaven mean?

Seeing Shen Xiuyan’s incredibly serious expression, he refrained from further questioning and immediately sank part of his consciousness into his Sea of Consciousness.

"He Yi, I need your assistance."

In the Sea of Consciousness, He Yi, leisurely lying on a throne formed by Demonic Qi, listened and then transformed into a wisp of purple Qi to appear in the hall.