[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-become-a-saint-through-studying-exposed-by-my-li":3,"chapter-become-a-saint-through-studying-exposed-by-my-li-become-a-saint-through-studying-exposed-by-my-li-chapter-42":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Become a Saint through Studying! Exposed by my little junior sister!",{"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},550910,799,"Chapter 42 - 41: Roasting Immortal Swan, Intoxicated Mao Ruxue_1","become-a-saint-through-studying-exposed-by-my-li-chapter-42",42,"\u003Cp>Upon closer inspection, it was Mao Ruxue practicing her swordplay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her body moved gracefully like a startled swan, her sword following her every shadow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within the shadows of her every step, Chen Chang’an could sense the operation of Yin and Yang energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It appeared that during his absence these last few days, Mao Ruxue had already grasped the basics of the \"Yin Yang Secret Canon\".\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not bad.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon witnessing this, Chen Chang’an nodded in approval.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In less than three days, she was able to get a basic grasp of the \"Yin Yang Secret Canon\", an advanced technique of the Six Realms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even with the help of his cultivation method, this level of aptitude was quite impressive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It appears that the disciple he had casually adopted wasn’t a bad find after all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Chang’an didn’t disturb Mao Ruxue’s cultivation. After watching for a while, he\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>went straight into the back kitchen of the hall with two swans in tow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although they are called immortal swans, they have no real connection to immortality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This breed is neither a dao beast nor a spiritual beast, but just a breed of poultry that happens to be more aesthetically appealing than most.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These swans first appeared in the Wuxiang realm as a source of food and then, due to some traders’ mindless speculation, their prices rose drastically, becoming ’immortal’ swans that even ordinary people or cultivators couldn’t afford!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, it certainly didn’t deter Chen Chang’an’s plan to roast them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang, clang, clang~!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the kitchen, Chen Chang’an was busy at work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Starting a fire, boiling water, getting a wok ready, heating up oil...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Quack, Quack~!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the sounds of quacking resonating, the whole kitchen was soon filled with delicious aromas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, dishes full of color, fragrance, and flavor started to be served up on the table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Braised swan meat, drunken swan with immortal wine, spicy swan, five-flavored swan, white-cut swan, two swans made into five dishes....\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each one exuded a mouthwatering aroma that made one’s heart flutter upon taking a whiff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s that smell? It’s so fragrant!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tempting smell first reached Mao Ruxue, who was practicing her swordsmanship in the courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stopped her sword practice, walked into the kitchen, and found Chen Chang’an busy at work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Eh? Senior Brother??\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, you’re back?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon recognizing Chen Chang’an, she first appeared puzzled, then immediately called out with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She put down her sword and quickly strode into the kitchen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The days without Chen Chang’an on the mountain were liberating but unbearably dull for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm, I’m back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m no expert in cultivation and had no real challenges, so I came back early.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When I came back, I saw you were engrossed in your sword exercises in the courtyard and didn’t want to disturb you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now that you’re finished, come and have something to eat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Chen Chang’an was just finishing up the last dish. He nodded to Mao Ruxue and said,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sure, Senior Brother.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Mao Ruxue happily nodded, then pulled up a stool and sat down at the table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a matter of fact, ever since she smelled the enticing aroma of the roasted swan, she has been eager to taste it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was just waiting for Chen Chang’an to say these words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, after sitting down, she quickly picked up her chopsticks and started eating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next moment, when a piece of swan meat touched her tongue, Mao Ruxue’s eyes lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm??!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, what did you make this out of? It’s so delicious!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Ruxue could swear; this was absolutely the best thing she had ever tasted in her life, bar none!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I caught some wild swans on my way up the mountain. They looked plump, so I brought them back for cooking.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As for the cooking skills, I picked them up over the years during my spare time. If you want to learn, I can teach you in the next few days.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Chang’an brought over the last plate of swan meat, then spooned two bowls of rice onto the table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, he sat down, picked up a piece of roasted swan and put it in his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thankfully, the taste is still there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems my cooking skills haven’t regressed over the years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ever since I achieved the ability to live without food, Chen Chang’an rarely eats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The number of times I cook can be counted on one hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, I only cook when I crave for something and occasionally go down the mountain for a feast. Sometimes, when I feel lazy, I just catch a few wild animals from the mountain to cook.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On average, less than three times a year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the five years that I’ve been Emperor Song, I haven’t cooked even once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I thought that after not cooking for so long, my skills would have withered away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it seems that I’m still not too bad. Apart from the taste being slightly off, everything else is fine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I have to say, this is a pleasant surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, can you really teach me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing Chen Chang’an’s words, Mao Ruxue lifted her head in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These days, skills can’t be passed on personally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is not only true in the mundane world, but also in the Human World.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every craftsman keeps his skills close to his heart, and wouldn’t easily pass them on to others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Ruxue did not expect that her newly acquainted senior brother would be willing to teach her such great skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was overwhelmed with excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mhm, you think about it. If you really want to learn, I’ll teach you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Chang’an nodded, apparently not bothered by this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, no need to think about it, I’ll learn.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Ruxue nodded vigorously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such excellent skills, she’d regret it if she didn’t learn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, get a few more of these geese from down the mountain in a few days, and I’ll teach you.\" Chen Chang’an nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Mao Ruxue so happy, he felt a warm smile in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well then, now I have another excuse not to lift a finger in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, Junior Sister, has anyone come looking for me on the mountain these past few days?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Again, he picked up a piece of goose meat casually and put it into his mouth, asking Mao Ruxue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, I was just about to tell you about this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing Chen Chang’an’s words, Mao Ruxue mumbled as she ate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"On the day you just went down the mountain.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A middle-aged Taoist who claimed to be Lao Niu came looking for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I told him you were in seclusion, and he left, saying he’d call you in a few days.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But, Senior Brother, how did that Taoist know that you were not in seclusion but had gone down the mountain? I’m pretty sure I didn’t let it slip!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the end, Mao Ruxue asked in confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s fine, he isn’t a Taoist, but the Mountain Lord of the nearby Origin Mountain. According to seniority, you could call him Senior Brother.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He knows my situation, so the lie about seclusion can’t fool him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Chang’an said after listening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, Junior Sister, I got it. Besides that, is there anything else?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Chang’an flicked the rice in his bowl. As for the person Mao Ruxue mentioned, he already knew who it was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And because he knew, Chen Chang’an didn’t take this matter to heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That old guy usually doesn’t come to see him unless it’s a big deal!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, after knowing about this, Chen Chang’an quickly brushed it off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then he asked Mao Ruxue again about the events on the mountain over the past few days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, apart from this, there is nothing else.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Ruxue said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, right, Senior Brother, there’s one more thing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The day after you went down the mountain, someone from the main peak came. He was a second generation disciple from the Hall of Merit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He found me and said I should go to the main peak for a month-long sect cultivation in two months.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He gave me this token, saying I could use it to get there.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, is this true?\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1365,"2026-05-30T14:44:17.057Z","2026-06-01T04:31:30.507Z",1,"novelbin.me","2bf50a5c0c5c371d8ad473579c8c3f55de7b8c76e524096b00d75059cf02de98","become-a-saint-through-studying-exposed-by-my-li-chapter-43","become-a-saint-through-studying-exposed-by-my-li-chapter-41",580,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fbecome-a-saint-through-studying-exposed-by-my-li-cover.jpg"]