[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal":3,"chapter-investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-119":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Investing in the Reborn Empress, She Actually Calls Me ‘Husband’",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},596879,846,"Chapter 119: Is Old Qian Also a Master Arriving at Dongli Village","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-119",119,"\u003Cp>[Name: Yin Huacheng]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Age: 38]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Constitution: Hundred Beast Blood Tempering (Incomplete)]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Realm: Five Apertures of Spiritual Insight]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Fate: Blue-Grey]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Evaluation: An emissary of the Hundred Beast Hall, a branch of the Demon Summoning Sect. The Hundred Beast Blood Tempering is neither inherently good nor evil; its nature depends on its use. This person has integrated beastly instincts into his body, focusing on physical strength while neglecting spiritual cultivation, leading him astray and causing countless deaths.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Recent Encounter: Coveting the host's legacy, he desires to kill him swiftly, intending to enter the Blood Phoenix Secret Realm to assist Han Zhen, hoping for purification of his body.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You never know until you look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon reading this, Li Mo almost rang the bell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, a lot of thoughts flooded his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought of the anomaly on Wang Hu, the black-clad figures at the Moonwatching Cliff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the monster beneath the Divine Peak Cave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All of them?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Han Zhen... wasn't he the one the ice block told him to watch out for?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the son is like this, then the father...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name: Yin Huaxuan]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Age: 70]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Constitution: Hundred Beast Blood Tempering]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Realm: Eighth Heaven of Inner Vision]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Fate: Blue with a hint of Purple]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Evaluation: A protector of the Hundred Beast Hall in the Demon Summoning Sect, on the verge of condensing the Hundred Beast Spirit to transform into a dragon. Has been infiltrating the Qingyuan Sect for over fifty years, deeply calculating and steady in temperament.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Recent Encounter: Intends to fulfill the Demon Summoning Sect's plans under the guise of a Qingyuan Sect elder.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo leaned back slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Goodness gracious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This isn't even a betrayal; he was part of the Demon Summoning Sect from the start.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Over fifty years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Chen Yongren would offer him a cup of tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Watching them return to the carriage, Li Mo opened his mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahem, Yin Huacheng might be a bit extreme in character, but Elder Yin Hua is still a decent person.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Li Mo's gaze fixed on the father and son, Qian Bufan spoke up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xue Jing also added softly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"His Rare Beast Peak has provided many materials for the sect.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking around, he cleared his throat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's discuss this in the carriage, Elders.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huacheng was manageable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Yin Huaxuan had been safe in the Qingyuan Sect for over fifty years, surely with some backup plans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An Eighth Heaven of Inner Vision cultivator was not someone he could deal with at the moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was safest to let trustworthy elders know first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's with the secrecy? What's going on?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qian Bufan and Xue Jing boarded the carriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it were anyone else, just saying they needed to talk to the elders wouldn't have gotten them this treatment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elders, what I'm about to say might shock you, but please don't raise your voices.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo examined the sect leader's carriage, noting its special material to prevent eavesdropping, and then spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What kind of mischief are you up to now?\" Xue Jing asked, puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The convoy hadn't even left the Qingyuan Sect yet. What could be so secretive within the sect?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Li Mo's next words froze his puzzled expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yin Huacheng carries the aura of the Demon Summoning Sect.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The carriage fell silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They hadn't expected Li Mo to drop such a bombshell right off the bat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ying Bing's eyes flickered, lowering her gaze as if in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xue Jing and Qian Bufan's expressions immediately turned serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is no joking matter,\" Qian Bufan said sternly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Yin Huacheng was problematic, what about Yin Huaxuan?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This wasn't just about a true disciple; it concerned a peak elder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Li Mo, are you certain?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xue Jing considered himself a master of the Inner Scene, a level of perception much stronger than the Inner Breath realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, what puzzled him was that Li Mo had a precedent; during the sect's trial, he had once exposed Wang Hu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, his character wasn't one to make baseless accusations over minor conflicts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have a method that might prove it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But if this matter is true...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo said, casting a probing gaze at the two elders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's hear your method first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If it truly works, you need not worry about the rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qian Bufan said calmly, hands behind his back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo: \"!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He's so cool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could it be that Old Qian is really a master?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>.....\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Once inside the secret realm, let's see if there's a Clear Abyss for you to escape to.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huacheng's pupils shifted several times, sometimes resembling a snake, sometimes an eagle, and at other times, a tiger or leopard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come in.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the carriage pulled by six exotic beasts, resembling a small palace, came the voice of Yin Huaxuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He quickly restrained his murderous intent and boarded the carriage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The interior of the carriage was extremely luxurious, filled with a scent from the incense burner that calmed the mind. Inside, there were bookshelves and various paintings depicting clouds and mist or dragons diving into the abyss.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huaxuan, pale-faced and beardless, was painting with a blank expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The carriage began to move slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huaxuan continued painting seriously, and Yin Huacheng didn't dare speak first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After half an hour had passed, he finally lifted his brush.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fresh dragon painting came to life on the paper, but like the others in the carriage, it lacked eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father, your painting skills have become increasingly exquisite. I'm afraid even the Ruyi Peak can't find a better artist than you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huacheng said softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you know why I've been painting dragons for twenty years?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huaxuan asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before Yin Huacheng could answer, he continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Blood Training of Hundred Beasts is merely a superior martial art. Once you merge a hundred forms, you can consider it accomplished.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father, I know....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You know nothing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huaxuan's expression grew colder:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Integrating the forms of a hundred beasts is to transform into a dragon, and transforming into a dragon is to observe the true form of a dragon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look at your beastly face, do you deserve it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huacheng's face turned red and white from the scolding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When we reach Qinghe County, I'll ask Master Han to cleanse your body.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You must not touch Ying Bing; she is named by Master Han.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yin Huacheng left, pale-faced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The breeze brushed his face as he rode his horse, his mind swirling with various thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Can't touch Ying Bing?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But, Father didn't say he couldn't touch Li Mo....\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had once posted a bounty at the Fine Rain Tower, but before Smiling Arhat could claim it, Ying Bing killed him, causing him to lose his deposit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the time comes, Qinghe County will be a mix of fish and dragons, and if Li Mo dies at the hands of an assassin, it seems quite reasonable?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A disciple of the Qingyuan Sect killed by an assassin from the Fine Rain Tower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He exhaled, having thought out someone's script.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These days, little Li has been immersed in the tedious practice of his skills, occasionally drinking tea, practicing swordplay, and having hot pot with the Ice Block.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During this process, he also gained some understanding of Ying Bing's dual inner breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ice Block's physique can have dual inner breath, condensing twin mystic pills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And what about himself?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo currently only has a preliminary understanding of his own physique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The quality of the Xuan Dan condensation will greatly impact the future in the Realm of Observation, where the differences will be even more pronounced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, during his leisure time, he also peruses other mental cultivation methods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The caravan of the Qingyuan Sect travels smoothly without any hindrance, with the worst of the horses being thousand-mile stallions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hence, a few days later, they have already arrived at Dongli Manor, a hundred miles outside Qinghe County.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This place belongs to the Burning Jade Forest, for they are considered half the hosts here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the Burning Jade Forest is not the dominant force in the Purple Sun Prefecture, the status of the forest master is illustrious, thus attracting many visitors from various places.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crackling—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The light rain of June falls between the pavilions and towers of Dongli Manor, making it difficult to see clearly in the misty rain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Burning Jade Forest claims to welcome heroes from all over the world to gather here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In reality, however, those without connections or skills—wandering folk of the martial world—cannot even enter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this doesn't stop them from gathering nearby to inquire about news and join the excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn't that the current chief of Burning Jade Valley? Why does he always look down on people with his nose?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it possible that he had a stiff neck from sleeping last night?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't talk nonsense; he seems to have recently broken through to the Realm of Observation. How could a strong person in the Realm of Observation have a stiff neck?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While the wandering folk of the martial world were whispering to each other.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A team of carriages and horses came from the main road.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their eyes turned towards it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The people from Qingyuan Sect have arrived.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1528,"2026-05-30T17:19:00.269Z","2026-06-01T04:31:46.889Z",1,"novelbin.me","ef6eeaadf16eae4d34a701bb33314d1a8ae33b42964636d155860d513e46d266","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-120","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-118",737,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Finvesting-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-cover.jpg"]