[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld":3,"chapter-celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-chapter-395":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Celestial Master： I Have an Otherworld",{"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},1836343,2442,"Chapter 395 - 121: Qi Observation Technique (Part 3)","celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-chapter-395",395,"\u003Cp>Some objects from the Song and Ming Period are not expensive either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Daoist.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps intrigued by Fang Zheng, Song Xin did not leave after completing the transaction and introduced to a few people:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All the antiques here are genuine, certified by various experts. Some belong to Juqi Studio, while others are displayed and sold by peers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you’re interested, you can contact the seller.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I heard...\" Fatty Qin curiously spoke up:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There will be an auction here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\" Song Xin nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But it’s still early now, it will start after a while. If you want to rest, you can go to the second floor, where there are free refreshments.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The auction features exquisite items, it will definitely not disappoint any of you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Song.\" Fang Zheng asked:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Will Lv Qigong from Mundane Hall come today?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Lv.\" Song Xin shook her head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Lv is a bit unwell, he has gone to Beijing Hospital. He probably won’t return this year.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh!\" Fang Zheng frowned:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can you get in touch with him?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s no problem.\" Song Xin nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is the Daoist looking for Elder Lv on some matter?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s nothing major.\" Fang Zheng said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just on this trip, I wanted to learn about certain fellow Daoists.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fellow Daoists?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was Elder Lv formerly a Daoist?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Song Xin looked puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sigh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Su Jin’s eyes lit up, and he pointed towards the crowd, speaking excitedly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn’t that... isn’t that... what’s the name?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Celebrity He Quan.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fatty Qin pursed his lips:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can’t even name her, what’s there to be excited about?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know she’s called He Quan.\" Su Jin rolled his eyes:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just couldn’t think of it at the moment, why would she come here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He Quan married into a wealthy family and retired from the spotlight; her husband is a businessman, what’s so strange about her being here?\" Fatty Qin shook his head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Most female stars from her generation married into wealthy families, except for a few who had to make a comeback after divorce. The others are similar to her.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"At home they assist their husbands, outside they join them to discuss business; and of course, some come out to stream sales if their husband’s business goes bankrupt.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So...\" Su Jin mused, resting his chin in his hand:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do all celebrities fancy wealthy heirs?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s more about loving money.\" Fatty Qin said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Back then, the domestic market was just opening up, wealth was concentrated in the hands of businessmen and big bosses, and female stars were keen on marrying into wealthy families.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tao, Princess Qing, Xiao Yanzi, and others, those top female celebrities mostly had rumors with big bosses or wealthy heirs.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah!\" Su Jin’s eyes sparkled:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Pang, do tell in detail.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Call me Brother Qin!\" Fatty Qin raised his eyebrows with self-satisfaction:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Huang Yi, International Zhang... those top stars of the past all had connections with tycoons, but the influence of these matters was lower back then, and few paid attention.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not the case now, technology is advanced, information spreads quickly, celebrities dare not throw tantrums easily; if you’re interested, you can check online for data.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Moreover,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Today’s top celebrities don’t fancy wealthy heirs.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah!\" Su Jin was puzzled:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Because they’re rich themselves, aren’t they?\" Fatty Qin shrugged:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since capital invaded the entertainment industry twenty years ago, celebrities’ value skyrocketed; a top star’s annual income surpasses most listed companies.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even some second-tier stars earn tens of millions or even hundreds of millions a year, how many wealthy heirs do they even notice now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"See now, that certain Mi and Ying... they’re all internally digested, where does it leave wealthy heirs?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Back then, only Jin Suo dared claim she didn’t need to marry a big shot, she’s a big shot herself; now every female star can say that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s good.\" Song Xin nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It shows women no longer need to rely on men; they can independently survive and even lead better lives.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not entirely.\" Fatty Qin shook his head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s about where money flows, people follow. In those days, wealthy individuals were big bosses, in recent years, wealthy individuals are top celebrities; wherever the money is, that’s where they marry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now with salary limit orders, life for top stars isn’t as good, at least not as it was before; future female stars might end up marrying internet anchors.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Individual success is owed to the times and luck, not just personal efforts, one must see this clearly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Pang’s words have depth.\" Su Jin gave a thumbs-up:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Impressive!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haha...\" Fatty Qin laughed heartily, his face free from gloom, lively:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xiao Jin!\" a commanding voice suddenly resounded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What are you doing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Jin straightened up, dutifully replied:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m looking at antiques.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Cui stepped forward, snorted lightly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really looking at antiques, all giggles and no decorum.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Cui!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Cui!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Song Xin and Fatty Qin hurriedly saluted the newcomer, and Fang Zheng also nodded in greeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In modern society, the tradition of master-apprentice relationships is no longer fashionable, but in some traditional industries, this situation still exists, and the antiques business is one such field.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bond between master and apprentice can even be stronger than that between father and son.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because an apprentice will inherit the true skills of the master and some of the master’s family business, something even a biological son might not achieve; the son might even need the apprentice’s care.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, Cui’s strictness towards Su Jin seemed so naturally expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Jin whispered:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although I’m chatting with friends, I’m also looking at antiques. Look at this one, it looks like a modern imitation to me, so why does the label say it’s from the Tang Dynasty?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group looked over at the source of the voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of them was a beast head wood carving, with cracks on the edges, in poor condition, and of inferior craftsmanship, like a toy in a child’s hand, priced at only 180,000 yuan by the seller.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The key point is...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The beast head is neither a dragon nor a tiger, nor any exotic beast recorded in the Shan Hai Jing or ancient texts; it seems more like a fantastical creature imagined by modern people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Cui gently stroked his beard and slowly nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your observation is correct; this piece can be said to be ’obviously fake,’ but it should have undergone carbon-14 testing to determine its age.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, carbon-14 testing has its limitations; once exposed to the outside, it will quickly decay, becoming inaccurate, so in the future, it may not be recognized as an antique.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"180,000...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s rare but not unheard of to sell something as half-antique, half-art piece.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Jin frowned:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it really an antique?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Almost certainly.\" Elder Cui nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After handling antiques for a long time, you develop a sense, you know if something is real the moment you touch it; I feel this one is real.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really?\" Fatty Qin looked surprised:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can tell just by holding it, old man? You have that kind of skill?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master is very skilled.\" Su Jin snorted softly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You simply don’t understand!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Cui gently shook his head, squinting as he examined the beast head wood carving, his eyes flashing with a strange light, and his expression becoming slightly serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment, he slowly nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s a Tang Dynasty object.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xiao Song, help me package it, I’ll take it back for further research.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\" Song Xin responded, smiling at the same time:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With your word, this item is worth more than 180,000; the person who brought it out must be regretting it terribly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qi Observation Technique!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Fang Zheng, who had been silent, spoke slowly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Unexpectedly, I have encountered a fellow practitioner here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fatty Qin was taken aback.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had been observing Fang Zheng’s expression changes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>this wealthy Daoist gave off an impression of being completely unruffled from beginning to end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether discussing antiques or celebrity gossip, although he listened and spoke, his demeanor remained calm, with no shift in his gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was as if...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything in the world was unrelated to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just like an Immortal untouched by the worldly causes and effects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only at this moment did a ripple appear in his eyes, and his expression changed slightly, as if he had found something of interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fang Zheng of Celestial Master Dao.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Zheng cupped his hands:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Greetings, Elder Cui.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Celestial Master Dao.\" Elder Cui’s expression grew somber, and he instinctively took a step back, for some reason showing a hint of wariness:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does Daoist Fang know the Qi Observation Technique?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know a bit.\" Fang Zheng nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This time, I’m traveling far to meet fellow practitioners to exchange ideas; previously, I came across a Love Curse Talisman and came here looking for Elder Lv Qigong.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Unexpectedly, I met Elder Cui here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Love Curse? Talisman paper?\" Elder Cui’s eyes flickered before he continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Daoist Fang may have found the wrong person; Elder Lv is not who you are looking for; the Talismans he holds were obtained from another person.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Zheng raised his eyebrows, cupping his hands:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’d like to hear more details.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No rush.\" Elder Cui gestured invitingly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s sit and talk.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Boom!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the sound of a drum echoed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The auction had formally begun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There’s no rush.\" Fang Zheng turned, looking at the prepared auction venue:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s discuss it after the auction ends, there’s no hurry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Cui nodded, his demeanor unknowingly becoming extremely respectful:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Daoist, please!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Cui, please!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1587,"2026-06-09T06:29:55.938Z",1,"novelbin.me","322cd9b75d3e05a4a270b6bc0a4c1c0ecc0ce6768593636a10b245349b1a56de","celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-chapter-396","celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-chapter-394",488,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fcelestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-cover.jpg"]