Chapter 234: Bound to the Birth System and Becoming a Life Winner Chapter 235: Cultivators Must Strengthen Themselves (5)

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Protagonist:

Shen Yao

"Young Master Ren's physical condition is presumably clear to himself; continue recuperating for a period, and medication may be temporarily paused."

Shen Yao had reminded him before, but Ren Chengzhou's body was not something he could decide on his own; just one Lady He was enough to give Ren Chengzhou a headache.

Right now Ren Chengzhou had slipped out; on one hand there was the palace, and on the other, he wanted to stay away from Lady He.

It was not that Lady He was not good enough, but that she was too good, and Ren Chengzhou felt psychological pressure.

"Ren's body owes much to Miss Shen's recuperation; this grace of re-creation is unforgettable even to death."

It was just that he originally ought to thank her with all his might, but looking at Shen Yao's every move, Ren Chengzhou felt he was rather repaying kindness with enmity.

His body was improving; given time, he would be no different from an ordinary person. Perhaps Miss Shen would not mind?

His mental activity was too frequent, so that when Shen Yao spoke, Ren Chengzhou missed it.

Shen Yao:... Hmm?

Not understanding what Ren Chengzhou was thinking, Shen Yao closed her mouth, and at the same time cast her gaze over the whole small courtyard.

When she had just come over, she had noticed that although Ren Chengzhou's small courtyard was not bad, the flowers and plants inside were different from what was popular in Jingcheng.

Except for the patch of green bamboo in the corner, the rest were basically various medicinal herbs.

"If it were someone else, I would probably think too much," but Ren Chengzhou was indifferent toward people and matters; Shen Yao did not dare to be self-indulgent even if she were beautiful as a fairy.

The system jumped out to mock the Host for not being like herself; she must know that in other worlds, the Host had long since lured the person into her hands this way and that, and now she still maintained a gentleman's friendship as plain as water with the mission target, simply beyond its expectations.

"Haste makes waste; Ren Chengzhou has many troubles behind him, and I, a powerless and influence-less orphan girl, ought to remain reserved."

Although Shen Yao's body was not without relatives, her relatives were far away in the Cultivation World.

It was possible to disregard everything and use cultivation methods to create momentum for herself, but that would be almost like plunging herself into imperial power struggles.

The Emperor was no longer young; according to her calculations from physiognomy and star constellations she had seen, at most five years, and Jiang Guo would see a change of new and old.

There was no need to jump out at this time; spiritual qi revival still needed time. When anomalies appeared, she could also take advantage of the situation and emerge then.

One must know that in this era, cultivators might not exist, but there were many martial arts masters hidden among the common people. Some of these people could not break through for a long time, and there was a reason they were limited by Heaven and Earth.

When spiritual qi revived, allowing this Heaven and Earth to escape the suppression of the lowest level, the entire human race would also welcome a new journey. At that time, whatever Shen Yao wanted to do would be much more convenient.

"Miss Shen, Ren has recently obtained some herbs; I wonder if I may ask Miss Shen to help advise?" Ren Chengzhou had clear and spirited eyebrows and eyes, and after speaking he nodded politely.

Shen Yao smiled and nodded, "Certainly not impossible," she had come over precisely to have more contact with Ren Chengzhou, including Ren Minmin whom she had deliberately left before.

The two left the small courtyard one after the other, and Shen Yao followed Ren Chengzhou into the room.

The fragrance of the herbs made Shen Yao dazed; looking at the high and low wooden shelves placed in the room, Shen Yao sincerely suggested Ren Chengzhou had no need to do so.

"Some herbs have subtle medicinal properties that are of no benefit to Young Master Ren's body."

Just like that piece of silver-thread grass in her hand, its taste was as refreshing as lemon fragrance, but smelling it too much could easily cause coughing and asthma; this was itself merely a fine hemostatic herb. (Nonsense)

"It was Ren's lack of consideration, rashly thinking he could get started with just a few medical classics and materia medica," Ren Chengzhou's expression was ashamed, and he bowed solemnly to Shen Yao again and again, "Ren has an improper request, and hopes Miss Shen will grant it."

Shen Yao:...

The result of Shen Yao granting the favor was that she inexplicably accepted a disciple from a wealthy family, without the name of master and disciple, simply giving guidance here and there.

That was fine too; that way, their opportunities for daily contact would be even more.

Coming out of the room, Shen Yao simply went to the study to take a look at the medical classics and materia medica Ren Chengzhou was reading.

Confirming there was no problem, Shen Yao additionally brought several herb collections with rich content; combined with the medicinal materials in the room, it would achieve twice the result with half the effort.

Ren Chengzhou expressed his thanks in words, and the two chatted happily about herbal knowledge for a long time, until the little servant hurriedly came to report that someone was visiting at the door.

Ren Chengzhou hid in the farmstead precisely because he did not want to face the disputes of Jingcheng; now hearing that someone was visiting, Ren Chengzhou subconsciously frowned.

Saying an apology to Shen Yao, Ren Chengzhou turned around and ordered the little servant to lead the way, to go and receive them.

The rules of great clans were complex and mixed; Ren Chengzhou had been raised according to the highest standards since childhood, emphasizing that a gentleman is like the wind; even if the visit was rude, he could not turn hostile.

Tsk tsk tsk, it looked quite tiring; Shen Yao felt a moment of heartache, then turned to look at the liveliness of the Guogong Fu.

These few people who came to visit were not minor characters; they were all famous young talents of Jingcheng.

"Although Ren Chengzhou is a member of the imperial clan, he represents the reputation of the Ren family."

Among those who came, there was the legitimate son of Xian Guogong, and also the heir of the Yingguogong.

"Oh, there were also two young masters from Boke Fu, and a young general from the General's Fu."

Really not bad; although they could not compare with Ren Chengzhou, in the entire marriage market of Jingcheng they were extremely popular.

However, "As for Minmin's marriage, it is still suggested that the Guogong Furen and Lady Lao keep a closer watch."

Ren Chengzhou had already returned and told Shen Yao that these two were both backup targets selected by Grandmother Lady He for Ren Minmin's marriage.

"Miss Shen, did you hear something? The Zhen Guo General Fu has an upright family tradition, and the legitimate son of Xian Guogong is also exceptionally talented and keeps himself pure."

His mind stirred; Ren Chengzhou sounded him out without changing expression, and explained that these two were very popular among the circle of noble young ladies.

Popular? Shen Yao could not deny that these two had superior appearances, but knowing a person's face but not their heart.

Thinking that she had a good relationship with Ren Minmin, Shen Yao subtly reminded Ren Chengzhou that he could send someone to investigate the social situation of the legitimate son of Xian Guogong.

"From the physiognomy of the legitimate son of Xian Guogong, his offspring fate is deep; as for the young general of the General's Fu, his family tradition is indeed upright, but from childhood to adulthood, isn't he a bit too upright?"

Ren Chengzhou:...

Ren Chengzhou had a premonition that something was wrong, but he did not doubt Shen Yao's words. The other party would not deliberately speak without basis; being able to say this meant she had absolute confidence, and she did not want the Guogong Fu to fall into trouble.

Xian Guogong and the Zhen Guo General Fu were both nobles of Jingcheng; even the Guogong Fu could not afford to tear faces with them.

If this marriage was truly settled, even if problems with the other party were discovered later, Ren Minmin could not possibly escape safely.

Thanking Shen Yao with a grateful expression for the reminder, Ren Chengzhou, to avoid trouble, simply returned to the Guogong Fu himself.

Madam He might not take Shen Yao seriously, but the speaker was Ren Chengzhou, and Madam He believed him one hundred percent.

Together with the Duchess of Xian, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law increased their investigative manpower, and the result was that they truly dug out the truth that had originally been hidden.

"The legitimate son of the Duke of Xian kept a concubine, who was originally his maidservant; later she fled while pregnant, and after being found she lived in a small courtyard the legitimate son had arranged. That day she came to visit the farmstead, it happened to be the full-month celebration of this concubine's son."

Ren Chengzhou's expression was unsightly; when speaking with Shen Yao he exerted utmost effort to control his face.

No one had expected that the Duke of Xian's legitimate son would dare to play such a big hand.

You must know the Duke of Xian has more than this one legitimate son under his knees; the Duke's first wife died early, and his remarried step-wife gave birth to two sons and a daughter.

Now the Duke of Xian is worrying himself sick over the title matter; if the legitimate son could form a marriage alliance with the Duke's Manor, he would surely sit firmly in the heir's seat, and even the future new Duke of Xian would be none other than him.

Shen Yao comforted Ren Chengzhou; fortunately everything still had a chance to be salvaged.

The Duke of Xian's legitimate son? A fool, unable to tell good from bad at a time like this, played around like a top by a maidservant — fundamentally not a good match.

"Miss Shen, I must also thank you for your reminder; the General's Manor side is likewise hard to describe in a few words.

Now, judging by Grandmother's meaning, Minmin's marriage is not urgent for the moment; waiting another two years is completely fine."

She did not go into detail about the General's Manor affair; after all, the matter of male homosexuality is not something to speak of lightly, and Ren Chengzhou worried Shen Yao could not bear it.

After this battle, the Duchess of Xian and Lady Lao were even more directly dumbfounded.

Fearing there might be more such situations later, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law continued to increase the intensity of their investigation into the candidates they had circled out, and then one after another discovered various problems; the final result was as Ren Chengzhou said: temporarily stop meeting prospective families, wait for this wave to pass, then speak again.

"Minmin is not of great age; a girl's marriage concerns her whole life; acting a bit more cautiously is always good."

It has been a year since coming from Yunwu Cheng to Jingcheng; Ren Minmin has also grown a year older.

A fifteen-year-old girl is in the prime of youth; waiting another two years is not considered old.

Under Shen Yao's well-intentioned reminder, the matter of Ren Minmin's marriage slowly passed; Ren Minmin herself was saddened, but after a period of time she also smoothly walked out of it.

The two people would also make appointments to go out shopping in daily life; even Shen Yao could not see any dejection in Ren Minmin.

It looks like she has truly recovered; Shen Yao nodded, thinking to herself that such a Ren Minmin is even more suited to the Duke's Manor; otherwise, if it were that kind of sensitive, overthinking young lady from a great family, she would likely worry herself to death.

"Sister Shen, I heard the farmstead has already been renovated; when can I go over for a visit?"

Ren Minmin's eyes shone bright; compared to strolling around Jingcheng which she knows inside out, Ren Minmin is more willing to go to other places far from Jingcheng.

While dodging the crowds around her, Shen Yao explained to Ren Minmin that the farmstead still lacks room furnishings, but some furniture has already been purchased; at most ten days to half a month, and they will be able to see the renovated farmstead.

Hearing this, Ren Minmin was very envious: "Third Brother now lives at the farmstead permanently. In a few days Sister will also have to move to the farmstead, leaving me alone in Jingcheng — truly boring."

Shen Yao patted Ren Minmin's arm as comfort: "Whenever you have time you can come to the farmstead to find me."

The farmstead's overall layout is not small; aside from the part Shen Yao designed herself, enough guest rooms for people to live in were also reserved.

After all, Shen Yao's public persona is a divine physician; the number of people who come daily asking her to diagnose is unknown.

Now Shen Yao lives in Jingcheng and it is still fine; once she goes to the farmstead it will be even more troublesome.

Therefore, taking these into consideration, the farmstead's design is more like an enlarged version of a medical hall.

The front reserves enough space for seeing patients and saving lives; the back is Shen Yao's resting residence.

By the way, because Shen Yao's farmstead design was good, it was referenced by Ren Chengzhou; now Ren Chengzhou has already bought a farmstead next to Shen Yao's and is sending people to renovate it.

The two people's contact began to become explicit; the Duke's Manor people did not stop it.

"Host, what are you thinking? Ren Chengzhou's situation is awkward; the marriage partner for him, only an ordinary, plain person can live long."

Madam He does not look up to Shen Yao, but who made Shen Yao's abilities not small, and she just happens to hold Ren Chengzhou's lifeline.

Ren Chengzhou himself is willing, the palace does not interfere, Madam He choosing to compromise and agree is very normal logic.

"The essence is like this, but it cannot withstand some people only looking at the surface appearance. Believe it or not, once the news spreads, this reputation I have managed for so long will be ruined in one fell swoop."

Just like those who cannot obtain it are in an uproar; to Jingcheng noble ladies Ren Chengzhou is not a good cake, but to ordinary families he is the wealth and nobility they want to climb onto.

Before Shen Yao came, Ren Chengzhou was not eye-catching due to his physical condition; now Ren Chengzhou's body is slowly improving, and to small-gate small-households he has become a glittering treasure.

The result was they had not even moved to display themselves before the treasure already had an owner; sure enough it would still provoke unnecessary disputes.

"To the Host, is reputation important?" The system felt the Host fundamentally did not care much.

"Of course not important; I should even thank them. Treating illness and saving people certainly makes money, but Shen Yao does not lack money; if the commotion is bigger she can instead gain some peace and quiet."

Walking and talking with the system, until Ren Minmin pointed her finger at a restaurant ahead, pointing out that something was happening there.

Shen Yao raised her head to look over; before she could say anything, the system in her mind could not help but jump out, exclaiming loudly that the restaurant was lively beyond measure, someone had started fighting!

Backhand grabbing Ren Minmin, Shen Yao controlled her strength, directly bringing the person out of the range where the other party might implicate them.

Ren Minmin:... Huh?

"Go upstairs; the matters inside here cannot be participated in. There are also princes; even with the Duke's Manor behind Ren Minmin, they cannot step in to wade through muddy water."

The two went to the teahouse opposite the restaurant, and spent money to go directly to the second floor.

Finding an excellent position to sit down, Ren Minmin stared longingly out the window, her silly, dazed appearance like a cute silly goose.

Shen Yao has cultivation realm on her body; her senses and vision are not comparable to ordinary people.

Concentrating her spirit on her vision, Shen Yao quickly saw clearly the situation inside the restaurant.

Of course, the system in her mind cannot be ignored either; more than half of the information was revealed by the system — no matter what, Shen Yao cannot see through things.

"Minmin, send people to deliver letters to the Duke's Manor and the palace: the Third Prince is in a drunken stupor at the restaurant and cannot be woken." The person is currently lying prone on the table motionless, but after a while who knows whose bed he will be sent to.

Ren Minmin:...?!!!

Ren Minmin turned around and urged the servants who followed to hurry to the Duke's Manor to summon people; she herself clenched her fists and paced left and right, even unable to decide whether to go in and save the person.

Shen Yao persuaded her to calm down; the restaurant does not only have the Third Prince, there are several other princes; no one can say clearly what is happening inside; if she rushes in now she fears the person might be rescued but she herself would be dragged in.

Those several princes are all adults; some have married princess consorts, some are still in the matchmaking stage.

At this time if Ren Minmin goes through the door in such a brazen manner, the Duke's Manor might have to add a prince son-in-law.

Speaking the possible outcome aloud, Ren Minmin immediately frightenedly hurriedly shook her head.

No, no; she can't even handle several of Jingcheng's young masters; if she married into a prince's back courtyard, she would be swallowed alive and stripped to the bone.