[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-can-fix-my-talent-in-hundred-lives":3,"chapter-i-can-fix-my-talent-in-hundred-lives-i-can-fix-my-talent-in-hundred-lives-chapter-56":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Can Fix My Talent in Hundred Lives",{"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},1302921,1728,"Chapter 56 - 51: Bai Clan’s Predicament","i-can-fix-my-talent-in-hundred-lives-chapter-56",56,"\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mundane world, Da Jing Capital City, Imperial Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon the Coiling Dragon Imperial Throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emperor Jing, Chen Shende, reclined, with the beaded tassels of his crown hanging down, his eyes slightly narrowed, his finger bones lightly tapping on the gilded armrest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tap, tap, tap...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if tapping on one’s heart, full of oppressive pressure!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath the great hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li, dressed in a deep purple Duke Python Robe, stood solemnly, his face weathered, his heart restless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These recent times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Life for Bai Li was not going well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just days ago, at the Spirit Testing convention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Bai Clan’s descendants were once again denied participation by the Chen Clan Immortal Masters, including even a few children recorded in the clan register.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li, albeit a Duke, found himself powerless against the main branch’s Immortal Masters of the Chen Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Shende summoned him into the hall, the beads swaying slightly as he spoke with a seemingly sighing tone:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bai, it is not that I lack empathy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your elder brother has greatly offended the Foundation Establishment Elders of the main branch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This Spirit Testing matter has its own regulations, always presided over by people from the main branch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even I have no authority to interfere.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Bai Li’s expression turned bitter, filled with the helplessness of being wronged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Shende’s tone suddenly changed, carrying a hint of gentle persuasion:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Perhaps, my dear minister, you could contact your brother and devise a solution.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Maybe with just a word from him, the Immortal Masters of the main branch would extend some face?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Bai Li’s mind became clear as day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Secretly noting the need to carefully hide that token.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet outwardly, he smiled bitterly and said in a hoarse voice:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty, I’ve only met Brother Chen twice, separated by the mortal and immortal realms, our ties long severed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even if I wanted to contact him, I wouldn’t know how!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh? Is that so...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Shende prolonged his tone, his gaze narrowing behind the tassels, remaining silent for a moment before finally, disinterestedly waving his robe sleeve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well, I will look for another opportunity to inquire about it from the Immortal Elders. You may withdraw.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li felt as though he’d received a great pardon, deeply bowing:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace! I take my leave!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He slowly retreated, the hem of his wide robe sweeping over the cold, golden bricks, his back slightly hunched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The doors of the hall closed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the shadows by the steps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A middle-aged cultivator in a python robe and jade belt, his aura cold like a coiled viper, revealed his figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was Liu Yan, the Chief Eunuch and confidant of the Emperor, also a Tributor for the Imperial Family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How was it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Yan showed a disdainful expression:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This person is cunning, his words half-truths.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you ask me, we should seize his whole clan and threaten Chen Sheng with them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Shende removed his heavy crown, rubbing his temples, revealing a face that was weary yet exceedingly clear-minded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Raising his right hand slightly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The main branch’s instructions must be followed sincerely but not overly eagerly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That Chen Sheng can render the main branch Elders helpless, venting their anger on the mundane world, is obviously not someone to be trifled with.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Originally a bloodline of the Imperial Clan, perhaps one day, he’ll turn into a main branch Elder himself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When the King of Hell fights, we little devils should stay well away.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Diligently gather information, find out Chen Sheng’s cultivation and identity so that I can adapt accordingly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Yan nodded slightly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty speaks truly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Duke of England’s Mansion, behind deep red doors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The once bustling scenes of guests and celebrations had long vanished, the profound melancholy within the mansion growing ever denser!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No retinue of carriages and horses followed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li in a purple robe, his waist and back gradually straightened, his steps steady as he crossed the familiar threshold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he stepped into the front hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A beautiful woman, wearing a Flowing Cloud Brocade, with an attractive face yet unable to hide the anxiety in her brows and eyes, quickly approached, hurriedly asking:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How did it go? After entering the palace today... Did His Majesty relent?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li did not answer immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He just shook his head silently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman, being of noble birth as Bai Li’s principal wife, upon hearing this, her graceful brows furrowed instantly, her voice turning sharp, she cried out in grievance:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How can they bully people like this!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is the blood I bore not of the Chen Clan?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My aunt is a Grand Imperial Consort now, and the fourth child serves loyally in the Forbidden Army!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just because of an outsider, they can’t reach the main branch, so they vent their anger on us?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No way! I’ll go speak to the Major Sect, demand justice!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li didn’t stop her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He just watched as she, full of indignation, turned to their inner residence to change into her authorized attire and then head to the Imperial Clan Court.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It might be good to let her cause a fuss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In some way, it might offer a slight comfort to those high and mighty Immortal Masters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The token left by Chen Sheng had long been hidden by him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a conspicuous location, where others would never imagine it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To avoid being watched, he no longer touched it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li paced alone to the side hall for guests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The large hall was empty and barren, the servants having already been dismissed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He slowly sat on a Purple Sandalwood Master’s Chair, his knuckles lightly tapping on the smooth, slightly cool armrest, producing a low, rhythmic sound.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li murmured in his heart:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder brother, you must live well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My whole family’s lives are entrusted to you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amid the volatile sea of officialdom, ranking as a Duke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li was meticulous, always with a long-term vision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was very aware.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the imperial spies finding out about the link between Chen Sheng and their family, the Bai Clan and Chen Sheng had become like grasshoppers on the same rope.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Chen Sheng were to die.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their family would likely face extermination as well!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li couldn’t possibly betray Chen Sheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It didn’t suit his nature.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nor did he have the opportunity to betray him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he said, having met Chen Sheng only twice, leaving behind just a token was already quite something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Sheng’s actions were seamless, changing his name upon waking from a mishap, and he wouldn’t risk for the Bai Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To cut ties cleanly?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Explain the reason?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not possible either!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The suppression by the Immortal Masters has nothing to do with him!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li had no chance to explain, they wouldn’t give him one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could only walk this dark road.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Letting the Imperial Family suppress him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like carving flesh with a blunt knife.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Openly reducing rewards, stripping his authority, secretly excluding him, supporting his political rivals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Li speculated internally:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, His Majesty has some apprehension, the suppression isn’t too overt, it seems elder brother is doing well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He wants me to contact elder brother, likely a trap to ensnare him!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder brother’s strength probably falls short of the Chen Clan Elders.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But elder brother is still young...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many thoughts flew through Bai Li’s mind, ultimately turning into a faint sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time flowed on, and so, several years passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The clamor within Fenghua Immortal City remained unchanged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The blood-drenched Secret Realm quietly closed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only a very few returned safely to the Immortal City with various Spiritual Objects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Far more people were never heard from again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gu Taohua and the other two were such.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even when the three visited Chen Sheng and obtained three Tier Two Talismans as life-saving items.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, they did not return.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time passed, their traces quickly covered by those who came after.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their original dwellings were gradually rented by newcomers, as if they had never existed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Sheng stood at the second-floor window of the \"Boutique Pill Hall,\" watching the Market’s bustle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Endlessly flowing, old faces unseen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chen Sheng stood silently for a moment in memory of the three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, he sighed softly: \"The Immortal Dao is ever-changing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1373,"2026-06-05T18:09:17.429Z",1,"novelbin.me","b9519190f6bb9a140fac6886eff65448aca4c07ca573655463743ecbc8c8c8be","i-can-fix-my-talent-in-hundred-lives-chapter-57","i-can-fix-my-talent-in-hundred-lives-chapter-55",563,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-can-fix-my-talent-in-hundred-lives-cover.jpg"]