[{"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-13":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},596536,846,"Chapter 13: New Investment Target: This Damn Sense of Security","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-13",13,"\u003Cp>\"The Six Harmonies Fist emphasizes channeling energy through all six harmonies, with intent reaching the eight directions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Power rises from the earth. Once mastered, your eyes and hands move as one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Qin meticulously demonstrated the fist techniques while simultaneously explaining the martial principles—a masterclass in making the profound simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Li Mo observed, curiosity stirred within him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This senior brother’s grasp of the Six Harmonies Fist was impressive—far beyond the level of an outer disciple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before long, Li Mo had roughly memorized the techniques, though his understanding remained superficial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother, what should I call you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xiao Qin.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Qin halted his movements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The surname alone screamed \"extraordinary,\" and Li Mo couldn’t help but make the association.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Activating his Heaven’s Eye, he scrutinized the young man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name: Xiao Qin]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Age: 18]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Root Bone: None.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Cultivation: Newly entered the Qi-Blood Realm.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Fate: Purple]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Evaluation: Though his root bone is ordinary, his comprehension is exceptional. Resilient by nature, he appears unremarkable on the surface but hides jade within. A late bloomer destined for greatness.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Recent Circumstance: Possesses the rare treasure Seven Stars Ancient Jade. This artifact, requiring vast amounts of qi-blood to activate, has caused Xiao Qin’s cultivation to regress from the tenth meridian of the Qi-Blood Realm.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reading, Li Mo froze for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Qin… actually had a purple fate!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hadn’t expected it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the young man was just an outer disciple, seemingly unremarkable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If not for his skilled fist techniques and that conspicuous surname, Li Mo might have overlooked him entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well, maybe I should just hunt down people with certain surnames for investments. Round up all the Xias, the Yes…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It also highlighted something:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even those with exceptional fate weren’t guaranteed smooth sailing. They might face trials and tribulations. Overcoming them could strengthen their fate, while failure might diminish or erase it entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Li Mo pondered, Xiao Qin suddenly frowned, glancing at Wang Hu in the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Brother Li Mo, if you have issues with Wang Hu, you should leave soon.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh? Why’s that?\" Li Mo asked, puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Martial Hall has another rule.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Disciples can challenge each other for sparring, and the challenged cannot refuse.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Qin’s expression darkened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What kind of rule is that? Aren’t they worried about injuries?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, Wang Hu was planning to challenge him?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With that supervising elder watching, nothing too serious will happen. At worst, minor injuries and some humiliation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Qin sighed, his tone suggesting he’d suffered such treatment before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo nodded thoughtfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rule made sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sect didn’t want disciples who were all talk. Better they learn harsh lessons here than die outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Combat was encouraged—as long as no one was crippled or killed, it was fair game.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you want to learn the fist techniques, come back tomorrow. For now, you should go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need. What’s there to fear?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo smirked, utterly unfazed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Qin frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was Junior Brother Li Mo relying on his status as a true disciple, assuming Wang Hu wouldn’t dare act?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You. Come here. Fight me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hu cracked his knuckles and shoved an outer disciple forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciple clenched his teeth and engaged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But having only just begun learning the fist techniques, his form was shaky at best.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His punches barely differed from wild flailing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pathetic. Did you skip breakfast?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hu sneered, effortlessly deflecting the strike before sweeping the disciple’s legs out from under him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thud—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disciple collapsed to his knees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the platform, He Hongfeng frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sparring was one thing, but Wang Hu was clearly bullying a weaker opponent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet after a glance at Wang Hao, he held his tongue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What? Not satisfied? We can go again!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"N-no… I yield…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Trash. Train harder next time. Get lost.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hu rolled his neck, bones popping, before turning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh? Almost forgot—we’ve got a precious true disciple here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on, let’s see what makes you so special.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stomped forward, shoving aside anyone in his path.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo: \"…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite Wang Hu’s aggressive approach, Li Mo felt no fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, he could instantly pour years of martial insight into the Six Harmonies Fist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How many should he add?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Twenty? Would that be too much? Might he accidentally kill the guy?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swish!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A frigid branch sliced through the air like a blade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hu’s face paled as he desperately dodged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Too late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The branch grazed his neck, drawing blood instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd gulped, feeling the phantom sting themselves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All eyes turned to the entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There stood Ying Bing, her expression frostier than winter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That \"branch\" had been her doing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A single, casual flick—yet it had nearly taken Wang Hu’s head off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo: \"!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What is this absurd sense of security?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She—she tried to kill me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hu trembled, voice shaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hao’s eyes gleamed with desire as he stared at the stunning figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mastering an advanced sword technique on the first day?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Peerless talent, breathtaking beauty, and that ice-cold demeanor—perfect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But with Wang Hu wailing pitifully, Wang Hao put on a stern face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Sister Ying Bing, how could you attempt to kill a fellow disciple?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You owe me an explanation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was ignored.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What brings you here?\" Li Mo asked, surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Passing by on my way to the Scripture Pavilion.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ying Bing’s brows furrowed briefly before smoothing out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She seemed to understand why Li Mo was in the Martial Hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Opened your meridians?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah. Though unlike you, I haven’t learned any sword arts yet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo was both curious and shocked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That strike hadn’t been beginner-level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nor could a freshly opened meridian channel that power—Ying Bing had clearly unlocked another primary meridian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn. Red fate is terrifying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Almost as broken as my cheats.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Return to Autumn Water Pavilion.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ying Bing’s voice was cool, like jade striking stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without waiting for a response, she turned to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Right.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Glancing at the still-stunned Xiao Qin, Li Mo decided there was no rush.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guy wasn’t going anywhere. He could invest tomorrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their casual exchange unfolded as if no one else existed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nearby, Wang Hao’s face darkened like storm clouds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Sister Ying Bing! You nearly killed my cousin!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even as a true disciple, you can’t act so recklessly!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ying Bing paused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fly’s buzzing had finally annoyed her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without turning, her voice cut through the air:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When I kill, I don’t ‘nearly’ do anything.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, she walked out the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>None of the outer disciples along the way dared to meet her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo: \"!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yes, exactly—this was the feeling he remembered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hao was instantly left speechless, his gloomy expression shifting several times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her unyielding tone actually made him feel a flicker of conviction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Brother He, are you just going to stand there and watch?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Junior Sister Ying hasn’t broken any rules. Your cousin is howling with plenty of energy—hardly the sign of a life-threatening injury.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides, he was the one who demanded a challenge against a true disciple. Well, here she is.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He Hongfeng chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Did they think he was stupid?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if Junior Sister Ying tore down the Martial Training Hall, he’d still cover for her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Stop howling already, she’s gone,\" Wang Hao snapped, his mood inexplicably foul as he kicked Wang Hu in the rear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did Wang Hu realize—he just had a shallow cut on his neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It looked terrifying, but it was nothing serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But for a moment, he had truly felt the brush of death, as if his head had been severed from his body!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Li Mo, you coward! Hiding behind a woman!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you dare show your face in the Martial Training Hall again, I’ll make you regret it! She can’t protect you forever!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hu roared furiously toward the exit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, he noticed Xiao Qin in the corner, shaking his head with a faint, mocking smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You worthless trash, laughing at me? Weren’t you the one teaching Li Mo how to fight earlier?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang Hu’s temper flared instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Since you’re such a great teacher, come on—let me learn a thing or two from you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Qin narrowed his eyes, bracing himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t have Li Mo’s luck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He’d have to rely on himself.\u003C\u002Fp>",1371,"2026-05-30T17:18:59.992Z","2026-06-01T04:31:46.286Z",1,"novelbin.me","42624331a36a4ad4a830cea90bee621563714cf8674cd4eb4c641a7ca2284862","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-14","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-12",737,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Finvesting-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-cover.jpg"]