[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-eternal-life-as-false-emperor":3,"chapter-eternal-life-as-false-emperor-eternal-life-as-false-emperor-chapter-236":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Eternal Life as False Emperor",{"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},1682932,2149,"Chapter 236 201: After the Cultivator","eternal-life-as-false-emperor-chapter-236",236,"\u003Cp>Jiaofang Hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Zheng Yi stepped into the grand hall, he was immediately greeted by a group of consorts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We have seen Your Majesty!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides the Empress, there were the heavily pregnant Consort Yu and Consort Chan, as well as Consort Qing and Consort Yinn present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All of them were pregnant, and Consort Yu, Consort Chan, and Noble Consort Cui were all due to give birth in the next few days.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for Consort Qing and Consort Yinn, they were due around next month.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words, Zheng Yi was about to have ten sons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By then, a new Three Thousand Worlds would open for him!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rise, all of you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Your Majesty!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How is Noble Consort Cui?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty, the midwife has been inside for nearly half an hour, the baby should be born soon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Half an hour, so long?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Previously, the births of the Empress and Consort Duann took no more than the time it takes to burn an incense stick; why is Noble Consort Cui so slow?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lu Lin'er consoled, \"Your Majesty, it's Xia Bing's first childbirth, naturally, it might be more difficult.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But rest assured, with so many Imperial Physicians and midwives in the palace, she will be fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Lu Lin'er say so, Zheng Yi nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, after waiting for about the time to drink a cup of tea, a loud cry finally came from the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wah wah wah...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Phew...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and shortly after, a nurse emerged quickly, holding a small baby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations! Noble Consort Cui has given birth to a Prince for you~!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Prince!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another Prince!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The many consorts exchanged surprised glances but quickly reacted, kneeling down, \"Congratulations, Your Majesty, Congratulations...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please, my beloved consorts, rise quickly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi hurriedly held up Consort Yu and Consort Chan, and signaled the Empress with his eyes to support Consort Qing and the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These consorts were all pregnant, so they must avoid sudden movements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If these small matters cause harm to the fetus, it would be quite unfortunate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi laughed, \"This is also thanks to the ancestors' blessings. Quickly, bring the child over for me to see.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the child in his arms, Zheng Yi closely observed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like the other newborns, the child in his arms had wrinkled skin and tightly closed eyes, resembling a little monkey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the face was rosy and had double eyelids, surely taking after his mother, Cui Xiabing, a great beauty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, who knows if the child would have a Spirit Root?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wah wah wah~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps feeling a bit cold, the baby started crying, and despite comforting from Zheng Yi, there was no improvement, so he handed the child over to the waiting nurse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait here, I will go check on Noble Consort Cui.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Also, Cheng'en.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Escort Consort Yu, Consort Chan, and the other pregnant consorts back to the palace for rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The consorts departed, while Zheng Yi went towards the sleeping quarters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps because Noble Consort Cui is a cultivator and constitutionally strong, she was not lying down to rest after childbirth but was already able to sit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Beloved Consort, please lie down.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There's no need, Your Majesty. I don't feel any discomfort, sitting is also fine.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi sat by the bed, gently asking, \"How does my beloved consort feel?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All is well, just some pain during childbirth, followed by much relief.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cui Xiabing smiled, \"By the way, Your Majesty, have you seen our child?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have, and he is very adorable.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am glad I fulfilled my duty to give birth to a Prince for our Great Yu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for your hard work, my beloved consort~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, has Your Majesty decided on a name for our child yet?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi nodded, \"I have given it much thought.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Currently, I have four Princes: the eldest, Zheng Chengji, born to the Empress Lu Lin'er; the Second Prince, Zheng Chengwu, born to Consort Duann Xu Qingluan; the Third Prince, Zheng Chengrui, born to Consort Lan Lingrong; and now our child.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi lowered his voice, \"The mothers of Chengji, Chengwu, and Chengrui are all mortals. Their constitutions are likely to be merely mortal without any Spirit Root.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But you are the first cultivator to bear me a Prince, greatly increasing the likelihood of having a Spirit Root.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Therefore, I intend to name our child 'Zheng Chengqian', symbolizing the initiation of great deeds.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qian, also signifies strength.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi continued, \"I hope that our child can be strong and healthy, inherit a Spirit Root, and walk the Path of Cultivation to become a cultivator.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cui Xiabing's expression slightly changed, hesitantly saying, \"Your Majesty, this name might be inappropriate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, why so?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qian is often reserved as a name for the Emperor's firstborn, signifying rightful inheritance and succession.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Naming our child Chengqian could lead to speculation from many ministers, especially from the Empress and others...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Would this really be the case?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cui Xiabing nodded, \"Your Majesty, caution is necessary.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Though I love my child, I do not wish for him to compete for the position of Crown Prince against the stability of our Great Yu. Please consider carefully when bestowing a name upon our child.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qian, is it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi murmured, pondering the potential consequences?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking further, he recalled something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chengqian...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isn't that the unfortunate Crown Prince of the Great Tang from a past life?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly reacted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The name Qian, indeed seems inappropriate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Empress's son, named Chengji, already carries the meaning of inheriting the empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Cui Xiabing's son is named Chengqian, it also implies inheriting heaven and earth, which would surely cause speculation and unrest among many.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he doesn't suspect anything, he can't prevent his followers' wild speculations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that case, we can only change a character.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or rather…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes suddenly brightened, and he said: \"My beloved, see if this proposal works.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We still use the sound 'qian', but not the character for 'heaven and earth'.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui asked curiously: \"What character does Your Majesty intend to use?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What about the character 'Qian'?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Qian? Zheng Chengqian?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi nodded: \"The word 'Qian', like 'a hidden dragon deep in the abyss!'\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This child is the first born to you and me, both cultivators, potentially possessing spirit roots, and having a bright future.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It signifies 'a hidden dragon in the abyss, ready to soar through the heavens', how about that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, Noble Consort Cui finally smiled, admiringly saying: \"I obey, thank Your Majesty for bestowing the name!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"By the way, my beloved, I have another request.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Feel free to say, Your Majesty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you remember a few months ago the Shadow Guard discovered several spirit grasses?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I remember that matter; Your Majesty also assigned people to protect them. Has something happened to these spirit grasses?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, the Ghost Spirit Grass was discovered and stolen by a cultivator.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi explained: \"Fortunately, Chen Li fought with his life, ultimately capturing the cultivator and safeguarding the Ghost Spirit Grass.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, Chen Li was seriously injured, with spiritual Qi from the cultivator wreaking havoc in his body, leaving me no solution.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Didn't you mention earlier that your mentor left you some elixirs? I hope to ask for a few healing elixirs for Chen Li.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alien magical power?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui said: \"A cultivator's magical power is most perplexing, containing the cultivator's life essence and will. Once it intrudes into a mortal's body, it will undoubtedly ruin mortal lives.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Luckily, Chen Li is an Innate Realm strongman, who can temporarily suppress it with true Qi, but not for long.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please let him in, Your Majesty. I will heal his wounds now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi laughed: \"I knew my beloved wasn't stingy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're kidding, Your Majesty. Chen Li works diligently for you, how could I refuse?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha, thank you, my beloved~.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi laughed heartily: \"Chen Li!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, the palace door was pushed open, and a cautious figure walked in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He bowed his head and quickly approached without surveying the surroundings, knelt, and said: \"Servant Chen Li, thanks for Your Majesty and Consort's grace!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rise.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank Your Majesty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chen Li, step forward.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time it was Noble Consort Cui's voice; Chen Li promptly moved forward, keeping his eyes downcast, seeing only a pair of red base gold-thread mandarin duck embroidered shoes neatly placed under the couch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Raise your head~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon command, Chen Li raised his head to see a languid beauty observing him from the couch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instinctively, he closed his eyes, avoiding a direct gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet he heard the gentle voice of the Noble Consort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry. Your injury indeed results from flames transformed by spiritual Qi, fortunately, you didn't have prolonged contact with these flames, only suffering surface wounds.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There is also a trace of alien magical power within, but fortunately, as an Innate Martial Artist, your true Qi is robust enough to suppress it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui continued: \"Here is a first-grade elixir, the 'Spring Rain Pill', bestowed by my mentor, excelling in expelling alien magical power and nourishing flesh.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After consuming it, circulate your heart method to expel all alien magical power within.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Noble Consort!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Li took the warm elixir in his hands, feeling its temperature, causing a glimpse of excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, Chen Li, you may leave now, keep an eye on that cultivator.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zheng Yi's voice timely sounded: \"Once I finish other matters, I will go over.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Li respectfully retreated, Cui Xiabing suddenly said: \"Wait!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Li paused, and Zheng Yi asked curiously: \"My beloved?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I suddenly sensed something peculiar about the alien magical power within Chen Li, the eunuch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui hesitantly said: \"Come over here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Li returned and kneeled: \"Noble Consort?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't speak, breathe deeply!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as she finished speaking, Cui Xiabing pointed her right hand with her index and middle fingers, steadying them at Chen Li's brow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately, a faint, chilly aura arose from Chen Li's brow, circulating throughout his body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knowing that Noble Consort was diagnosing the alien magical power within, Chen Li focused without moving, letting the aura circulate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quickly, the aura converged at his abdomen, precisely where the alien magical power was rampant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This alien power was suppressed with thick true Qi, yet couldn't be entirely removed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Strangely enough, as Noble Consort Cui's power approached this alien power, both began to slowly merge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the influence of her power, the alien power started to be drawn out!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he opened his eyes, Chen Li first saw Noble Consort Cui looking at him oddly, with astonishment and insight in her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chen Li, the alien magical power within has been extracted by me, now go recuperate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thanks to Noble Consort!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Li respectfully said: \"As for the Spring Rain Pill…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's also a reward for you. After consuming it, it will clear all hidden injuries in your body. Serve His Majesty well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I obey!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Li departed, and Zheng Yi said strangely: \"My beloved, what is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble Consort Cui hesitated briefly but continued: \"Your Majesty, the one who stole your Ghost Spirit Grass should be none other than my mentor… Xuan Jizi!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1866,"2026-06-06T13:34:09.115Z",1,"novelbin.me","375036328e85c2d7ca90c9aacb8033be926752c522d3c6550bcb93da17c29a33","eternal-life-as-false-emperor-chapter-237","eternal-life-as-false-emperor-chapter-235",358,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Feternal-life-as-false-emperor-cover.jpg"]