[{"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-398":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},1836346,2442,"Chapter 398 - 122: Ancient Divine Text (Part 3)","celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-chapter-398",398,"\u003Cp>At that time,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>the world was inhabited by many Divine Spirits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Later, for reasons unknown, a war broke out among the Divine Spirits, leading to their downfall and the rise of the Human Race, with ancient secrets deliberately hidden by later generations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The intricacies of these events remain undisclosed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scripts used by different Divine Spirits varied, but they were all referred to as Ancient Divine Texts, which were rare even in the Otherworld.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>how could there be any?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only were they present, Fang Zheng even recognized several familiar characters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yama!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Yama Visualization Method!’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A multitude of thoughts erupted in his mind; even though he managed his aura well, he still lost his composure for a brief moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Cui noticed the anomaly immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his perception, Fang Zheng beside him seemed like a glaring lightning bolt, exuding an awe-inspiring authority just then.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Jin’s face turned pale as well, feeling something terrifying sweep over his body, but upon regaining his senses, he discovered nothing amiss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the others,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>they were completely unaware!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Cui tightened his expression, squinting slightly; he barely considered himself a Warlock, with a keen sense of perception, acutely aware of the daunting aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A cultivator?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this world,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>could True Skills really exist?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he turned to look, Fang Zheng had already raised his paddle:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fifteen million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Guest number nine bids fifteen million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sixteen million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Guest number fifteen bids sixteen million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Zheng furrowed his brows slightly, then raised his paddle again:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Twenty million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Twenty million!\" The auctioneer’s face lit up with excitement, raising his voice:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Guest number nine bids directly twenty million! It seems guest number nine is determined to acquire this item.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not far away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crippled John’s eyes flickered as he slowly picked up the paddle:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Twenty-one million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The auctioneer shouted:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Guest number twelve bids twenty-one million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thirty million!\" Fang Zheng raised his hand:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is my final bid.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thirty million!\" The auctioneer turned red with excitement, shouting at the top of his lungs:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Guest number nine bids thirty million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is there anyone else bidding? Anyone bidding over thirty million?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crippled John pursed his lips, his hand holding the paddle trembling, then gently shook his head and laid down the paddle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thirty million once!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thirty million twice!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thirty million...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sold!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Boom!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Daoist, are you interested in Zhong Kui?\" Old Cui leaned over, asking softly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I happen to have a few items related to Zhong Kui.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No.\" Fang Zheng shook his head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m more interested in the text above.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Cui raised his eyebrows, hesitated for a moment and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Speaking of text, I do have a scroll filled with these symbols; unfortunately, I don’t know what they say.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If the Daoist is interested, I’ll have someone bring it over.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Zheng was visibly moved:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re welcome.\" Old Cui smiled and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I too am curious about what’s written on it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s still unclear now.\" Fang Zheng replied:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll study it once it arrives.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Cui nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The others present displayed varied expressions; though knowing Fang Zheng was wealthy, they never imagined his open bidding would reach thirty million.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dong Lin felt as if she might faint.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A person recently sharing roadside breakfasts with her was this affluent?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the auction concluded, Crippled John returned to his reserved hotel, impatiently taking out his phone to dial a number.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Gou,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the phone, Elder Gou’s voice was indifferent:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it over there?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s over.\" Crippled John nodded, eagerly said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A few items didn’t sell; others fetched prices as we expected; that Zhong Kui Ghost-Catching Jar auctioned for thirty million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thirty million,\" Elder Gou sounded surprised:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That much?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed!\" Crippled John showed excitement:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I raised the bid, and that person placed a direct offer of thirty million, evidently very interested in the item.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Gou,\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What if we dig up that supposed tomb of Zhong Kui’s junior disciple? The contents are worth not just thirty million, but over a hundred million!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That tomb...\" Elder Gou’s tone changed:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You do know my master and several senior disciples fell for its trap.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Gou, times have changed,\" Crippled John suggested:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With today’s technology, remote control is possible, saving us from personal involvement; we can even hire people, and your skills surpass theirs.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Knock knock...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who’s there!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they conversed, a knock sounded, causing Crippled John to furrow his brows, shouting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Public Security Bureau!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The visitor burst in without waiting for the door to open, waving identification and exclaiming:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We suspect you’re involved in a tomb robbery and murder case. Come with us!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crippled John’s complexion changed, but he quickly regained his calm:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can eat indiscriminately, but not speak recklessly. I’m a legitimate businessman, a member of the Hai Province Chamber of Commerce, and I know your governor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that so?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The visitor remained expressionless:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We only focus on resolving the case, not connections. Come along!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crippled John put away his phone:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fine, but if there’s no evidence, don’t blame me for filing complaints that could affect investment in Hai Province!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>*\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sea University.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ranked top three locally and top ten nationally, the university attracts elites from across the country.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, situated within a scenic mountain area, apart from the students, many tourists visit to enjoy the scenery and for keepsakes, bringing crowds every day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Zheng moved through it, occasionally stopping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of his school-time goals was Sea University, but unfortunately, his grades deteriorated significantly, leading him to apply to an arts school instead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nevertheless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He always held a special affection for Sea University.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t rush.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Glancing at the Yin Soul Wood vibrating at his waist, Fang Zheng spoke softly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your daughter is probably still in class; waiting until the lunch break to visit won’t disturb her. We’ve reached the place, so no need to hurry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the words fell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The restless aura within the Yin Wood gradually calmed down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoosh...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go and see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Someone jumped from the building!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, commotion arose ahead, prompting many people to rush over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Fang Zheng initially did not intend to join, the trembling Yin Wood at his waist altered his decision, leading him to follow the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the foot of a tall building,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>people gathered, whispering.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the center of the crowd lay a girl in a school uniform, face down, blood pooling beneath her—a lifeless corpse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jumped from the building!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So young, what was so unbearable?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She was an attractive young girl, a student of Sea University, truly regrettable!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zhenzhen!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two girls came running from afar, faces full of terror and panic, losing control and crying upon seeing the body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zhenzhen!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was Cheng Tao!\" one of the girls, eyes red, kneeled, crying and cursing:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Cheng Tao killed Zhenzhen!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mixed in the crowd, Fang Zheng gently tapped the Yin Wood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The girl among the two was none other than Yu Mancang’s daughter—no wonder he’d felt the disturbance earlier; indeed, he found the target here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rubbish!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A voice from outside the crowd retorted angrily:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She jumped; it has nothing to do with me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fuck!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What bad luck!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd parted, revealing a young man whose appearance barely counted as handsome; the youth’s face burned with anger, glaring at the two girls:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you keep talking nonsense, don’t blame me for being rough!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who is this guy?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She’s already jumped; why is he like this?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fang Zheng lowered his head, looking at the rapidly trembling Yin Wood, raising his eyebrows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What a coincidence!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only did he meet Yu Mancang’s daughter here, but also the killer who caused Yu Mancang’s death.\u003C\u002Fp>",1272,"2026-06-09T06:29:55.938Z",1,"novelbin.me","465781f55833d1c88c7c329e93c29ae33cc157d42127ddfcf4ecaa9f319af0fe","celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-chapter-399","celestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-chapter-397",488,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fcelestial-master-i-have-an-otherworld-cover.jpg"]