Brother-in-law?

Upon hearing those words, a hint of embarrassed blush appeared on Shangguan Ruotong's face, which quickly transformed into an enraged flush.

She gritted her teeth, anger evident in her eyes. "Hmph! You're bold, thinking I don't know what you two have been up to this past year! I don't understand what my sister sees in you. But one thing's for sure, you're just a shameless, despicable man!"

'What? How do you know?'

Shu Han coldly snorted, "Getting upset because I teased your sister? Want to call me 'brother-in-law'?"

"A toad lusting after a swan's flesh, disgusting! Die!"

Blinded by rage, Shangguan Ruotong attacked.

Panicked, Shu Han yelled, "Senior, now's the time! Act!"

"Alright! Come, beauty, into my blood light and have a pleasant dream!"

In a flash, the old ginseng emerged from the Earth Goddess's soil, releasing a wave of blood-colored light. Shu Han quickly activated the Clear Bright Spiritual Eye to dispel the blood light around him, while Shangguan Ruotong became fully exposed to its glow.

The moment she was engulfed by the blood light, like others before her, Shangguan Ruotong became dazed, floating languidly in the Earth Goddess's divine light, her killing intent gone.

Seeing this, Shu Han sighed in relief and exclaimed, "Senior, your illusory realm is truly amazing. Can you teach me sometime?"

The old ginseng laughed, "This is my unique talent. It's the only trick I know. Unless you're an illusory dragon crystal ginseng, you can't cultivate it."

Shu Han drew his Eight-Direction Evil-Breaking Sword, cautiously approaching Shangguan Ruotong. The old ginseng quickly interjected, "Don't kill her yet! I prefer them alive, fresh. Especially when cultivators are in dreams; their essence is sweeter!"

"Enough! She's exceptional; I'll deal with her first to prevent unexpected changes. Then, you can enjoy as you please."

Seeing his words were in vain, the old ginseng sighed, "Impatient boy. Seeing a beautiful girl and you lose your path. Just remember to clean up after. I have a thing about cleanliness!"

"What the hell are you thinking!"

Shu Han, holding the Eight-Direction Evil-Breaking Sword cautiously approached Shangguan Ruotong. Looking at the familiar face, his hand trembled slightly. Lifting the sword, he muttered to himself, "She's not Linlin, she's not Linlin, don't be soft, end it with one stroke!"

Suddenly, a tear rolled down Shangguan Ruotong's eye, accompanied by a sweet smile on her face. She murmured something.

"Sister... where are you…"

"I'm scared... I don't want to go..."

"Sister... you're finally back... I've missed you so much..."

What?

Shu Han was dumbfounded. He knew that in the illusory realm created by the old ginseng, one would experience their most beautiful imaginings. His dream was marrying Shangguan Ruolin surrounded by friends and family. But what was Shangguan Ruotong's dream? It seemed she was with Shangguan Ruolin.

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But weren't you trying to kill her?

Gritting his teeth, he thought, stop overthinking! Just act!

The Eight-Direction Evil-Breaking Sword resonated as it swiftly aimed for Shangguan Ruotong's heart.

Suddenly, Shu Han recalled Shangguan Ruolin's words in his mind.

"Don't kill her!"

But it was too late. The momentum of the Eight-Direction Evil-Breaking Sword was unstoppable. However, as its blade touched Shangguan Ruotong's dress, it was suddenly blocked by a burst of golden light.

A Golden Core emerged from Shangguan Ruotong's abdomen, releasing layers of golden light that not only blocked the sword but also repelled Shu Han with great force.

The smile on Shangguan Ruotong's face faded, replaced by an icy expression.

"This is an illusion..."

Hiss!

The old ginseng ran over and exclaimed in shock, "This isn't pseudo-core level; it's genuine Golden Core level! How did a Core Formation cultivator come to the Immaculate Realm? Are we trying to get ourselves killed?"

Shu Han was stunned, "Is there a problem? Didn't you say that even Golden Core cultivators have to kneel? She even suppressed her cultivation!"

"Big problem!" The old ginseng said anxiously, "Although she suppressed her cultivation, her spiritual consciousness hasn't changed! I can't control a Core Formation cultivator! Earlier, I was just bragging, I never thought the Immaculate Realm would really have a Golden Core cultivator! We're doomed! Kid, give me the herbs, I need to get out of here! She's waking up!"

Hearing this, Shu Han grew more anxious. This unreliable old ginseng!

"Then activate the Earth Goddess's divine light for me first; I need to escape as well!"

Old Ginseng quickly sat down on the Earth Goddess Celestial Soil, immediately opening a tunnel to the outside world. Shu Han didn't hesitate and used the Shrinking Earth into Inches technique to transform into a streak of light, swiftly flying through the tunnel.

"Hey, don't run! My herbs!"

Before the ginseng's words finished, a sack hit him on the head. Inside the sack were numerous spiritual herbs. A smile crossed the old ginseng's face as he checked the herbs. But the sudden movement from Shangguan Ruotong scared him, turning his face pale, and he quickly burrowed into the Earth Goddess Celestial Soil to hide.

Shu Han's escape was swift. Using the map he had acquired from Che Hanyan, he flew towards the Sacred Mountain.

He took out Shangguan Ruolin from his jade pendant and found her still asleep. Where did that voice in his head come from earlier?

As he poured magic power into her, Shangguan Ruolin woke up. Seeing Shu Han flying, she asked, "Where is that girl?"

Without answering, Shu Han counter-questioned, "Why didn't you want me to kill her?"

"Huh?" Shangguan Ruolin was taken aback, "What are you talking about?"

Shu Han then narrated everything that had just happened. After listening, a confused look crossed Shangguan Ruolin's eyes. She murmured, "Did she really say that in her dream?"

"Yes, I don't understand. Isn't she supposed to hate you?"

Shangguan Ruolin replied, "Indeed, she hates me now. But when we were younger, I was her only support, and she was my only family. That hasn't changed, although our relationship has worsened."

"But why does she desperately want to kill you?"

Shangguan Ruolin's expression darkened, "I always thought she wanted to kill me because she didn't want to go to that place. But now it seems she resents me for abandoning her back then. Silly girl..."

Shu Han, feeling more perplexed, said, "Your words just make me even more confused. Regardless of the past, you two are enemies now. Why do you still indulge her?"

Shangguan Ruolin replied, "Because she's my only sister, my only family. I knew a long time ago about her plans to kill me. I could've ended her back then, and I won't do it now. You're right, it was me who tried to stop you earlier. Even in deep sleep, my consciousness sensed she was in danger."

Scratching his head, Shu Han said, "Your sister's affairs are complicated. Honestly, I can't kill her either. The gap in our cultivation is too vast. Even if she's caught off guard and I use all my skills, I can't harm her."

Touching Shu Han's cheek with a hand, Shangguan Ruolin smiled sweetly.

"When you entered the illusion, I was awake. I heard your words in the jade pendant."

Shu Han's heart raced, "How do you feel about that?"

With a shy and gratified smile, her eyes shining, Shangguan Ruolin replied, "Alright, I'll wait for you."

Unable to resist, Shu Han kissed Shangguan Ruolin's lips, but this time, it wasn't to transfer the Golden Core.

Suddenly, an overwhelming aura exploded from behind Shu Han. An enraged shout echoed from the distance.

"Don't touch my sister!"