[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal":3,"chapter-concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-chapter-30":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Concubines Lead to Strength: The Path to Immortality Begins with Taking a Spouse",{"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},1248043,1677,"Chapter 30: Resolving, Elevating the Mindset!","concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-chapter-30",30,"\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing had considered countless possibilities on her way there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what she hadn't expected was that Gu Changge had already known everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then why...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You knew all along that it was because of me that you couldn't cultivate these years, and that you were looked down upon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why do you still treat me this way...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing's expression was blank; she admitted to herself that if their positions were swapped, she likely couldn't have been as composed as he was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Because you are my wife.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I could, I'd really wish to give you this Root Bone of mine right now...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge's eyes were full of seriousness, and his words were devoid of any falsehood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And what he said was indeed the truth, sincerely so.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he could transfer this Root Bone to Liu Qingqing and then share it back with her, he would directly achieve a Root Bone value of two hundred!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You...\" Listening to his sincere words, Liu Qingqing was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had never thought that she held such a place in Gu Changge's heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the more he treated her this way, the deeper her sense of guilt became!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Gu Changge had cursed her after learning the truth, she would have felt more at ease and could have found a way to make amends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, the other party harbored no resentment at all; instead, simply because of the childhood betrothal, he recognized her as his wife.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you really can't get over it in your heart.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Help me with something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge suddenly looked at her solemnly with a serious tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just say it, and I'll agree!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing's heart trembled, realizing he must have had an ulterior motive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his expression, this task mustn't be simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I've just finished cultivating, and I'm a bit hungry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Would you make me some food, no problem?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge still maintained that same expression, as if discussing an incredibly important matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's first talk about what it is.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing hesitated, in no mood to cook for him right now; she was more concerned with what Gu Changge wanted her to do to ease his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's just making some food.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Eating is the most important thing, isn't that a big deal?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge's expression suddenly changed, reverting to his familiar, infuriating demeanor, as he leaned in closer and spoke to Liu Qingqing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just... just make some food?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There's nothing else?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By now Liu Qingqing had realized, this guy was doing it on purpose!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge nodded and pointed to the kitchen, \"The Storage Pouch on the stove has everything you need, please make me a meal to fill my stomach.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing opened her mouth, let out a sigh of relief in her heart, and silently stood up to go to the kitchen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Through the window, she couldn't help but look back at that guy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She saw him resting his arms on the stone table, cradling his face with his hands, and smiling amiably at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling that gaze, her cheeks flushed slightly, and she bowed her head, avoiding eye contact, and started to get busy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her heart, she couldn't help but feel a pang of self-reproach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing, oh Liu Qingqing, he's been so good to you, how could you have thought so poorly of him just before...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You must not make the same mistake again, never doubt him...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had already given enough for you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking this, her hands didn't stop moving; although she had never cooked before, she had seen it done and busied herself imitating those actions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her mind, she thought, how hard can cooking be? Every mortal family can do it, and she, a Heavenly Pride Girl, must be able to master it too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could it possibly be harder than cultivating Divine Skills?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Very soon...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she brought out one dish after another of 'food' onto the stone table outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge's face turned stiff...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You call this... returning kindness with hatred?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dishes, apart from the blackened charred remains, were indistinguishable from what they were made of!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sorry... I tried my best.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing, when questioned, didn't dare to lift her head, replying in a small voice with her head bowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the disciples of the Heavenly Cold Sect saw this scene, they would probably clamor to swallow Gu Changge, this detestable fellow, whole!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ever-proud and cold goddess was actually apologizing to him!!!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You should be apologizing not to me... but to these...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge helplessly pointed at the unidentifiable charred remains on the table and took the plates away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a short while, he returned from the kitchen with a few dishes he had cooked himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But upon coming out, he saw something that amused him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he had gone to the kitchen earlier, Liu Qingqing had kept her head down like a student who had erred. Now he was back, she still maintained that pose and had not even sat down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't just stand there like a fool, come try this—it's the first meal from your husband.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge said with a teasing tone and sat down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing him speak, Liu Qingqing finally took a seat, her lips pursed with a slight sense of grievance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She never expected that cooking could be harder than cultivation!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could fine chickens and ducks turn black...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under Gu Changge's repeated gestures, she finally took a breath and picked up her chopsticks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Delicious!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's this made of?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment she tasted it, Liu Qingqing's eyes lit up. She had not expected his cooking to be so delicious, far better than the food from the restaurants outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well of course, this is a unique dish prepared with secret seasonings by your husband,\" Gu Changge said, beaming as he encouraged her to try the other dishes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is also delicious...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's this dish?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing tasted another and couldn't stop praising it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well, this one, that's also delicious, should be the tasty uncle,\" Gu Changge pondered seriously before replying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His answer made Liu Qingqing involuntarily let out a chuckle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Realizing she had slipped up, she hastily checked Gu Changge's reaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's more like it. A young lady should smile more often.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't keep a straight face all day; if it becomes a habit, that would be bad, you might never smile again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge continued to speak with a light smile, creating a relaxed atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Over the course of the meal, Gu Changge had nearly resolved all of Liu Qingqing's worries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She also realized that Gu Changge did not expect her to repay what had happened before; he was sincere towards her, and she should be equally genuine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having cleared up these thoughts, Liu Qingqing felt much more at ease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that moment, her state of mind unexpectedly improved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Daoist Couple Liu Qingqing, state of mind improved, Comprehension +5, shareable.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, a prompt sounded in Gu Changge's mind as well, which caught him by surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, he did not hesitate and mentally opted to share.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Daoist Couple Liu Qingqing: Comprehension 90]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Host Gu Changge: Comprehension 93]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, the attribute panels of both changed, with their Comprehension stats each increasing by 5 points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It turned out that the meal not only resolved Liu Qingqing's troubles but also brought an unexpected joy; this meal... was worth it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Qingqing said in a voice so faint it was almost imperceptible, her head lowered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's there to thank for a meal? Since you're here, it saves me a trip.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here, take this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Changge shrugged nonchalantly, pretending to take something out of the Space Ring when in fact, he was directly retrieving the Jade Box containing the Ten-thousand-year-old Snow Lotus from the System Space and placing it on the table.\u003C\u002Fp>",1294,"2026-06-05T15:31:36.632Z",1,"novelbin.me","fc3495deb6de38de42c19d07b69e2142f46c9e91c94bbef6d563014ad1bfff07","concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-chapter-270","concubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-chapter-29",611,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fconcubines-lead-to-strength-the-path-to-immortal-cover.jpg"]