[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-engagement-canceled-i-can-extract-prefixes":3,"chapter-engagement-canceled-i-can-extract-prefixes-engagement-canceled-i-can-extract-prefixes-chapter-36":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Engagement Canceled: I Can Extract Prefixes",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},132132,203,"Chapter 36: It’s Just That You Lack Ability","engagement-canceled-i-can-extract-prefixes-chapter-36",36,"\u003Cp>Mid-Autumn, moon worship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Yun’an City, colorful lanterns hung everywhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the bustling East Market, many vendors were selling their homemade mooncakes and osmanthus wine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just walking through the East Market, one could smell a fragrant aroma.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Mid-Autumn, the Shen Family was exceptionally lively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In previous years, the generals of the Shen Family who were stationed outside would only return for the New Year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This year, returning for the Mid-Autumn Festival naturally made it as festive as New Year’s Eve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire Shen Mansion was decorated with lanterns, and Wutong Villa was cleaned spotlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At 3:00 PM, the sound of horse hooves reverberated outside the mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The people of the Shen Family knew that this meant the return of the Old Duke of the Shen Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the main gate of the Shen Mansion, the Old Dowager was already leading the Shen Family to wait there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon seeing the Old Duke of the Shen Family ride in, the Old Dowager immediately went to greet him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Han stood among the crowd, gazing at the Old Duke of the Shen Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In terms of age, he was even older than the Old Dowager by quite a few years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet the Old Duke remained tall and robust, showing few signs of aging.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the benefit brought by advancements along the Martial Path: physical strength and longevity that far exceeded ordinary people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A group of people saluted the Old Duke of the Shen Family, fully aware of who truly wielded authority in the Shen Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being favored by the Old Dowager could never compare to being favored by the Old Duke of the Shen Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd parted to make way, and the Old Duke, donned in armor, returned to the mansion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following the Old Duke were a few deputy generals on the journey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Old Duke’s three sons did not return with him; they were likely still stationed at the frontier on the eastern side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that the most important person had arrived, the worship ceremony for today’s Mid-Autumn Festival was about to begin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Wutong Villa, everyone took their seats as arranged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Wutong Villa is the most luxurious courtyard of the Shen Family; aside from the banquets all Shen Family members attend, Shen Han had no other chance to set foot in it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at his seat, unsurprisingly, it was still in the far corner of the courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting in the corner of the courtyard, Shen Han was indifferent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was not favored by the higher-ups of the Shen Family anyway, thus avoiding their cold stares.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a while, the Old Duke of the Shen Family changed into regular attire and then entered Wutong Villa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>High in position, looking at his younger clan members, the Old Duke of the Shen Family’s expression was as usual, revealing nothing in particular.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the Old Duke of the Shen Family entered the courtyard, everyone fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Old Duke waved his hand, signaling the servants to arrange seats for his deputy generals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once seated, he began to speak to the Shen Family members.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Han gazed at the Old Marquis Shen Qingshan before him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His expression was sharp, immediately evoking a sense of battlefield desolation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon listening briefly, the words were much the same as in previous years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Urging the youth of the Shen Family to study diligently, strive to improve, occasionally mentioning affairs of the battlefield.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young members of the Shen Family found it somewhat dull, yet they feigned seriousness, striving to leave a good impression on the Old Duke of the Shen Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a lengthy discourse, Shen Qingshan invited everyone to commence the feast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tasting a few bites of the dishes, then came the main event of the day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like every New Year’s Eve, when the Old Duke of the Shen Family returned, he would check on the martial progress of the younger family members.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the past, in preparation for the year-end assessments, the Shen Family’s younger members would diligently train for two or three months.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having the assessment during this Mid-Autumn would certainly startle many young masters and misses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since Ao’Er is home for this Mid-Autumn, why not start the showcasing with you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A smile hung on Shen Qingshan’s face as he saw Shen Ao not only adored by the Old Dowager but also greatly favored by the Old Duke of the Shen Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Madam He glanced at Shen Ao with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Ao stood up and came forward, looking mature beyond his years, further winning Shen Qingshan’s favor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mountain Collapse!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Shen Ao’s words fell, a spectral image of a mountain suddenly appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath the spectral image, an incense burner was crushed to dust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is the way scholar cultivators wound their enemies: words become law, using will to manipulate law.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through verbal command, one could create a mountain-like spectral image to suppress an opponent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Currently only an Eighth Grade, if Shen Ao’s cultivation advanced further, he could create a massive spectral mountain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By then, when the spectral image descended, it wouldn’t be just an incense burner that was crushed; the entire courtyard would be under its weight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Splendid! The young master has talent!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Such capabilities at a young age, truly worthy of being the Marquise’s cherished grandson.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The deputy generals seated on the right praised with full mouths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Qingshan’s face beamed with pride; such skill at a young age was indeed remarkable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within the current generation of the Shen Family, there was already a Shen Ye, and now unexpectedly another Shen Ao emerged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of these, Shen Qingshan felt much contentment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not bad, this treasure sword from grandfather is yours to play with, Ao’Er. If you don’t like it, go find your grandmother to exchange for something you want~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Qingshan’s face was radiant, and the Old Dowager of the Shen Family was equally pleased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their fondness for Shen Ao was evident.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, in their view, Shen Ao’s performance deserved such favor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Shen Ao stepped down, Shen Qingshan began to call upon the other younger members to showcase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Talent like this was rare; Shen Qingshan knew well in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Shen Ye and Shen Ao already, other younger members merely needed to avoid causing trouble, honestly raise offspring, contributing to the Shen Family as such.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Succession of young lords from the Shen Family displayed poorly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They seemed to possess Eighth Grade power, yet their executed force was leagues apart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The deputy generals by his side, observing these performances, still voiced praises, though less sincerely than they did for Shen Ao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once others finished showcasing, the Old Duke of the Shen Family seemed to remember Shen Han.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is Shen Han present today?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing his name called, Shen Han stepped forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Presenting himself, Shen Han maintained decorum as usual, saluting the Shen Family elders flawlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet the Old Duke before him frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You attend our Shen Family’s Mid-Autumn feast in such attire?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Qingshan’s question injected a dose of tension into the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Currently, Shen Han did have some money; Prefect Xu had previously given him a hundred taels of patterned silver, certainly enough to buy fine clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Shen Han was unwilling to buy them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The money from Prefect Xu was meant for advancing his cultivation, not for personal pleasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone’s eyes were fixed on Shen Han, waiting to see him embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Yun hesitated for a moment, then stood up and bowed to the Old Duke of the Shen Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Replying to the Old Duke, the family requires Shen Han to be self-reliant, having to earn his own meals, leaving little extra for garments...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Madam Yun’s attempt to explain seemed futile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Self-reliance is the reason for your plain attire?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Your brother Shen Ye also sought his fortune in the Capital City independently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet was he ever presented so plainly?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Qingshan’s gaze upon Shen Han bore a hint of disdain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Learn from your brother properly; today shows that you lack capability!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without demonstrating any cultivation results, the Old Duke of the Shen Family first judged Shen Han.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lacks capability.\u003C\u002Fp>",1343,"2026-05-29T03:00:29.668Z","2026-06-01T04:29:01.835Z",1,"novelbin.me","075a6ce10df933284569f91829ca53478ab24580d3daece8a588529a229063f8","engagement-canceled-i-can-extract-prefixes-chapter-37","engagement-canceled-i-can-extract-prefixes-chapter-35",546,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fengagement-canceled-i-can-extract-prefixes-cover.jpg"]