[{"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-485":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},596608,846,"Chapter 485: If the Mighty Hammer Little Overlord doesnt move, is he expecting others to act on their own","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-485",485,"\u003Cp>In the projection of the Jiangshan Sheji Diagram, the sword blade refracted a dazzling brilliance under the sunlight, its intricate patterns faintly visible, resembling dragon scales.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is this what you call a famed weapon?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In terms of quality, it indeed qualifies as one. However, many of the materials used to forge this sword aren't even worthy of being called 'mystical arms.'\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This sword isn't just sharp. Wielding it should also grant spiritual completeness and the divine effect of bearing the nation's fortune.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Though it is a famed weapon, that is merely its starting point. It’s like a newborn infant—through nurturing, its future potential is limitless!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s already enough to rank on the Nine Heavens and Ten Earths Wind and Cloud List.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across the imperial capital, countless people gazed at the sword in Jiang Yu’s hand, their expressions varied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This sword is my most satisfying creation since the Heavenly Sword.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xue Jing glanced at Li Mo, then took a step forward, returning to the judges' seat in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Has this sword not been named yet?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I only forge swords. I don’t decide the path they will take.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Yu gently stroked the longsword, as if caressing smooth dragon scales.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In that case, this sword shall be named 'Zunlong' (Dragon Sovereign).\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hum—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sword’s resonance rang out once more, accompanied by a faint tremor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Du Wufeng frowned slightly but remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Grandmaster, this isn’t just setting an example for the craftsmen—many of them probably can’t even lift their forging hammers now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Xuan wore a bitter smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the square, after witnessing Du Wufeng’s sword-forging firsthand, many shook their heads and began packing up their tools.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the competition even began, numerous participants had already withdrawn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These people couldn’t even discern the gap between themselves and Du Wufeng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This proved how far they were from the standards of this divine craftsman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If that Zunlong Sword was graded as \"A+,\" they couldn’t even forge a weapon worthy of a \"D-.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To forge iron, one must first be strong oneself.\"ɪꜰ ʏᴏᴜ ᴡᴀɴᴛ ᴛᴏ ʀᴇᴀᴅ ᴍᴏʀᴇ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs, ᴘʟᴇᴀsᴇ ᴠɪsɪᴛ N0veI.Fiɾe.net\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Du Wufeng shook his head, his gaze settling on Li Mo, who stood out conspicuously in the square.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among all the craftsmen, he was the only one who brought two young women as assistants, making him an eccentric sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This kid…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How much did he actually grasp?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo’s talent in hammer techniques was unparalleled in Du Wufeng’s lifetime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But what he had just demonstrated wasn’t just the \"Nine Calamities Divine Force\"—it was also infused with his \"Spirit-Forging Method.\" Though seemingly crude, it was actually flawless, no less profound than comprehending a divine martial art.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Du Wufeng’s eyes burned as he looked down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I hope you can learn at least thirty to fifty percent of it, heir of the Heavenly Craftsman…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"......\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another pair of eyes, belonging to a figure with double pupils, also lingered on Li Mo, as did the gaze of Princess Yuyang beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elder Brother Crown Prince, if he can forge a famed weapon, wouldn’t that be unprecedented?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Princess Yuyang lifted her chin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The humiliation she suffered a few days ago still weighed on her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When that woman takes the stage with the sword he forged, I hope it doesn’t get shattered in a few strikes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ve already given them a chance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Yu nodded slightly, his grip on the sword forged by the divine craftsman unconsciously loosening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After meeting Ying Bing that day, a deep sense of crisis had taken root in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others could afford to lose, but he couldn’t—not even once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, he had finally found a sword that resonated with his Sword Bone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Xie Xuan, spar with me after the competition.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie Xuan crossed his arms, exuding arrogance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh? What about the 'Pavilion of Wind and Moon'…?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I, Xie Xuan, am unyielding as steel! How could I be shackled by mere beauty? They are but fleeting illusions!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That sword… seems unhappy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Chulong tugged at her sleeve, studying the masterpiece forged by the divine craftsman and whispering softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Does it dislike its name?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo instinctively replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Li, can you hear it too?\" The little princess blinked behind her sunglasses, delighted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo smiled, though his \"hearing\" wasn’t quite the same as Chulong’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it Du Wufeng’s Spirit-Forging Method?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ying Bing saw through the technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You understand me so well? Then you must know I plan to forge a replica of 'Moonlit Yin' for you?\" Li Mo feigned surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A flicker of amusement passed through Ying Bing’s eyes, though her jade-like face remained expressionless. With her sunglasses on, she was the epitome of icy aloofness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoosh—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The flames in the sword furnace suddenly surged, their scorching heat sweeping across the square and igniting the passion of everyone present—including those watching through the Jiangshan Sheji Diagram.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The atmosphere seemed to blaze alongside the furnace fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The host began announcing the rules for this round:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The materials for this weapon-forging session are broken weapons selected from the Sword Graveyard. Their quality and composition vary. You must choose from these remnants, reforge them, and ultimately obtain the materials you need.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Time limit: one hour. Begin!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the front of the square stood a mountain of weapons, their cold glints shimmering. These were likely the outermost blades from the Sword Graveyard, most of them made from mediocre materials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, hidden among them were rare treasures—it all depended on one’s discernment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as the announcement ended, many craftsmen and their assistants rushed forward, highlighting the importance of the previous round.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without a strong physique, one wouldn’t even be able to squeeze in…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look! The craftsmen are charging toward the materials like unleashed hounds!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But speed alone isn’t enough. Picking early doesn’t guarantee quality—no one knows which hidden treasures will end up in whose hands.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait… why isn’t the 'Divine Hammer Conqueror' moving?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Due to Li Mo’s outstanding performance in the previous round—earning an \"A+\" and ranking fourth on the Hidden Dragon List—many noticed that he, along with the \"Ice Queen\" and the little princess, hadn’t budged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you don’t move, do you expect the broken weapons to come to you on their own?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Divine Hammer Conqueror’s physique is impressive, but I thought he could forge weapons too.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why did he bring the Frost Fairy and that little girl? Is he treating the forging competition like child’s play?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it! While everyone’s scrambling for materials, he’s holding the Frost Fairy’s hand—and hasn’t let go!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The murmurs in the square buzzed incessantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one could deny that the Frost Fairy was a peerless beauty beyond anyone’s wildest dreams. With such a stunning companion, anyone’s attention would be drawn to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If this were a culinary competition, no one would bat an eye—after all, even dog food counts as food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this was a weapon-forging competition!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he wasn’t planning to forge anything, why even participate?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Chulong, which broken weapons sound louder?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Mo ignored the stares, setting up his forging tools as he spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I hear several.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tell your 'Ice Sister.'\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little princess leaned close to Ying Bing’s ear and whispered something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ying Bing nodded, her frost-mirror eyes seemingly piercing through the entire mountain of weapons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As she raised a hand, forming a sword gesture—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The base of the weapon mountain trembled, and numerous blades clattered to the ground as if something was about to burst forth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Swish—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A broken curved sword flew over the heads of the other blacksmiths, stopping right in front of the Ice Queen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"????\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1260,"2026-05-30T17:19:00.270Z","2026-06-01T04:31:46.286Z",1,"novelbin.me","7068981059e7696a82921c4e61c408624537b97a69323c143b0a2b92d3a59ee5","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-486","investing-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-chapter-484",737,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Finvesting-in-the-reborn-empress-she-actually-cal-cover.jpg"]