[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-a-mortal-s-journey-to-immortality":3,"chapter-a-mortal-s-journey-to-immortality-a-mortal-s-journey-to-immortality-chapter-69":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","A Mortal's Journey to Immortality",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2334995,4565,"Chapter 69","a-mortal-s-journey-to-immortality-chapter-69",69,"\u003Cp>Li Changlao’s residence was not luxurious and occupied little space—just an ordinary civilian house, surrounded by a two-meter-high, half-meter-thick earthen wall forming a simple courtyard, with an arched half-moon gate facing the entrance; through the half-open wooden door, one could see many visitors inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon entering the courtyard, Han Li realized the actual number of people was far greater than what he had seen from outside; they gathered in small groups, whispering about Li Changlao’s condition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Li had long heard that Li Changlao was one of the few kind-hearted senior figures in the Seven Mysteries Sect, rarely losing his temper with junior disciples or colleagues, never vying for power or influence within the sect; naturally, everyone—from top to bottom—praised him, making his popularity extraordinary. Now that Li Changlao had fallen ill, those with some status, whether sincerely concerned or merely out of social obligation, naturally came in person or sent representatives to visit, creating the scene of so many people gathered here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as Han Li entered, the people in the courtyard recognized him; immediately, those of lower rank—such as protectors—surrounded him, each vying to greet him first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Good day, Master Han the Divine Physician!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Master Han the Physician has arrived!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>………\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A continuous stream of warm greetings poured into his ears—he couldn’t avoid hearing them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at these warmly smiling faces, Han Li’s own expression shone just as brightly; he returned each greeting with a smile, showing utmost politeness, yet inwardly he was thoroughly sick of these hollow formalities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, those of higher rank—several vice-chiefs and patrons—maintained their dignity, merely nodding subtly at Han Li without approaching him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their behavior actually earned Han Li’s favor; at least he wouldn’t have to endure more greetings from these esteemed elders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Rong, due to his low status, could not interject at all; he could only stand aside helplessly, watching Han Li endlessly exchange pleasantries with the crowd, his face filled with anxiety, his hands rubbing together incessantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, when Han Li had finished greeting the last person, Ma Rong couldn’t wait—he rushed forward, grabbed Han Li’s arm, and pulled him toward the house; this brash act drew faint looks of displeasure from those hoping to curry favor with the Great Divine Physician Han.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Li’s face showed a faint bitter smile, but inwardly he was genuinely relieved—he had managed to escape those endless pleasantries without offending anyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, Ma Rong dragged Han Li straight into the parlor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside, there were few people: besides several family members, two Elders and Vice-Head Ma were also present. But what surprised Han Li greatly was that Li Feiyu was also inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This startled Han Li; as far as he knew, Li Feiyu had no connection with Li Changlao—why was he here?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Han Li pondered this, he noticed Li Feiyu standing beside a petite girl with tear-stained cheeks, offering her constant comfort; his earnest demeanor was utterly unlike his usual coldness toward fellow disciples or even Han Li himself—his infatuation was unmistakable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Li Feiyu so deeply entangled in love, Han Li suddenly understood—and was both surprised and amused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly studied the girl’s appearance, curious to see what kind of breathtaking beauty could have captured such a reckless, lawless outlaw as Li Feiyu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl was about fifteen or sixteen, wearing a jade hairpin, dressed in a light green dress that suited her petite frame; her jet-black hair was braided into two small pigtails tied behind, adding a mischievous charm to her already sweet face—though now her eyes were red and swollen, making her look heartbreakingly fragile, stirring an urge to hold her close and comfort her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmm! Truly a genuine little beauty,” Han Li marveled inwardly, thinking Li Feiyu’s infatuation was understandable—but he also felt a tinge of envy and jealousy, wondering when he himself might find such a beloved companion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps noticing Han Li’s attention on the girl, Ma Rong hurried forward to introduce the people inside to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Li had already met the Head Ma and the pale-faced Qian Elder, so no further introduction was needed—he stepped forward immediately to pay his respects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Head Ma, Elder Qian, greetings!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haha! Little Physician Han has arrived!” Head Ma was remarkably approachable, showing no airs of authority before Han Li.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Just ‘Physician Han’ is fine—why add ‘Little’?” Han Li silently grumbled inwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Qian merely gave a cold nod, the opposite of Head Ma’s warmth; but Han Li didn’t take it personally—he knew Elder Qian practiced a unique internal art requiring absolute emotional detachment, so he treated everyone this way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other Elder, a burly man with a red face, was unfamiliar to Han Li—he had never met him before; yet his palms were rough, his fingers short and thick, clearly bearing the marks of specialized martial training.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is Elder Zhao, a close friend of my master. He was stationed outside the mountain overseeing the Treasure Collection Hall, and only returned to the mountain two days ago,” Ma Rong explained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Zhao gave a lukewarm nasal grunt but said nothing; his eyes, however, were heavy with suspicion—he clearly doubted the young age of this “Divine Physician Han” and his medical skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Elder Zhao showed no warmth toward him, Han Li had no intention of fawning over him; he offered a bland greeting and moved to pass by.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>WwW.feiazw.CoM\u003C\u002Fp>",889,"2026-06-20T21:12:45.940Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","0ffcc9d7960a0ff22624f69e7ba320670b5e85408f240b0a12b58622fce71e6c","a-mortal-s-journey-to-immortality-chapter-70","a-mortal-s-journey-to-immortality-chapter-68",1000,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fa-mortal-s-journey-to-immortality-cover.jpg"]