She spoke excitedly as if she was talking about her idol. Realization dawned upon Shen Yuan as he nodded his head in understanding, 'I see, that's why their cultiation soared up so fast.'
He asked Han Qingyu, "So, what is special about this sect?"
Han Qingyu replied enthusiastically, "The best thing about the sect is the requirement to join it! It's an all-female sect, only females can join it. I have heard about the best for male cultivators being there but no one has passed that test for tens of thousands of years."
She stole a quick glance at Shen Yuan as she continued, "Of course, you can try to take the test, if you can pass then you will have the backing of one of the behemoths of Eastern Desolate Region."
Shen Yuan nodded as he digested the information. He began thinking about what the test might be.
But he couldn't think for long as Han Qingyu interrupted his thoughts, "As for the other things...well...umm" she hesitated as she lowered her head and continued in a voice as low as a mosquito, "Can I call you Brother Yuan? It feels like we are real brother and sister if I call you Big Brother Yuan."
Shen Yuan gently smiled and patted her head again, "I don't mind, you can call me whatever you want, Brother Yuan, Big Brother Yuan, it's all up to you."
Han Qingyu nodded her head happily, "Umn." They continued strolling the city for a bit before leaving.
They head towards the outskirts of the city, on their way to exit it.
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They soon left the city as they continued on their way.
Shen Yuan bought two Cloud Chasing Horses and a carriage from the city to travel in since the distance between Saber Mountain Sect and Radiant Lotus Sacred Sect was massive. They would need a few weeks of travel just to reach it.
"It will soon be time for the annual test of Radiant Lotus Sacred Sect to accept new disciples. Looks like we will be in time to reach it." Han Qingyu said while sitting beside Shen Yuan in the carriage.
Shen Yuan nodded, "Well, it looks like we are heading on time then. But we should still hurry, otherwise we miss it."
"We won't be late with these Cloud Chasing Horses with us, they are one of the fastest rides in Saber Mountain City." He patted the back of the horse while praising it.
Shen Yuan smiled, leaning back in the carriage, settling into a comfortable position.
Han Qingyu gently shook her head, "No, I just want to know your reason for sparing them."
Shen Yuan looked back where he killed the few bandits, "Their lives are worth less than grass to me. Killing them wouldn't change a thing. Someone else would replace them. But now, they will spread the word about what happened here and no bandit will come on this road for a long time."
Han Qingyu's eyes flashed with understanding as she nodded.
Shen Yuan went back to his position, lying down on the carriage while resting his head on one side, while Han Qingyu sat down beside him and rested her head on his shoulder.
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They stopped by a few cities, exploring them as they felt bored traveling for days on end. They even stopped by a few villages.
Looking at their simple mundane life filled them with peace. Their relationship also grew stronger during this time when they were together. Han Qingyu finally let go of her clan completely.
Shen Yuan bought a lot of gifts not only for Han Qingyu but also for his Big Sisters and Mother. Han Qingyu saw him buying so many things that only women would buy, but she didn't let her curiously get over her and didn't ask Shen Yuan any questions.
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One day, while traveling, Han Qingyu asked Shen Yuan, "Do you have any Dao Companionship, Brother Yuan?"
Shen Yuan looked at her and smiled while asking, "Where did that come from?"
"Nothing much, just wondering about it." She replied as she turned her face to the other side.
Shen Yuan chuckled softly and answered her, "I do have Dao Companions, not only one but three."
Han Qingyu felt as if someone gripped her heart, but she soon took a deep breath as her eyes became resolute for a second before turning normal, "Do you plan on building a harem full of beautiful women, Brother Yuan?"
This was the most crucial question for her as this would determine what she would pursue in the future.
Shen Yuan looked at her for a moment, then smiled playfully, "Who wouldn't want a harem full of beauties?" this answer disappointed Han Qingyu as she lowered her head, but Shen Yuan soon continued, "But I won't accept another Dao Companion before getting permission from my harem members. That is the bottom line set by us."