[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-there-is-a-malevolent-spirit":3,"chapter-there-is-a-malevolent-spirit-there-is-a-malevolent-spirit-chapter-168":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","There Is a Malevolent Spirit",{"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},2263274,4416,"Chapter 168: 166, Hanging Rope","there-is-a-malevolent-spirit-chapter-168",168,"\u003Cp>166, Hanging Rope (6K, 1\u002F1)\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Peach wood possesses a yang nature; dried peach fruits still clinging to branches, resembling shrunken human heads, are called “peach goblins.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These objects, weathered by wind and sun, grow even more fiercely yang, said to suppress evil spirits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when a peach goblin falls to the ground during a thunderstorm, its yang essence dissipates entirely, transforming into a yin-evil entity—known as the “peach goblin ghost.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Within the scope of “A Da’s” knowledge, it now answers every question fully and without reservation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liu Mu nearly collapsed onto the Taiji Hall floor upon hearing this. He thought: If I’m not mistaken, why did you go to such lengths? The calmer it seems, the more terrifying the storm will be when it hits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though nothing particularly joyful happened today, every action he took moved her deeply; Ning Yuanlan felt her life was now complete, wanting nothing more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why?” Leng Xianning was surprised by his answer, sat up, and unexpectedly met his gaze—her expression froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My head’s spinning. I want to go home.” Li Moran rubbed his aching skull, waved them off, and decided to head home alone: “You guys enjoy yourselves—I’m leaving.” He walked toward the bar’s exit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The auctioneer extended his palm as if catching the dark stone. The stone flew straight into his palm, then suddenly sank downward. The auctioneer gasped in shock: “Amazing technique.” The peak masters and island lords—all masters of Dao arts—recognized it instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ouyi Hong looked impatient, ignored the security guard beside him, and wandered around, ignoring everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Those two damn bastards.” Xiang Tiantian wanted to comfort Ning Yuanlan but realized she didn’t even know how to console her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If one fails to offer him sufficient understanding and patience, his emotions are easily mistaken for foolishness or madness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After descending another two seconds, seeing the approximate height below, Luo Che nodded slightly, then spun midair and unfolded a Chong Array beneath his feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Luo Ze watched the vampire charging into the danger zone, then smirked slyly and slammed the switch on his handle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We’ll stay—everyone else withdraw.” The Third Prince of the Heavenly Emperor spoke with pride.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The name was ordinary, unremarkable, common as dirt—but the several men behind the Second Prince, who had been frowning in deep thought, suddenly paled as if seeing a ghost.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, after becoming his master’s disciple, he was patiently taught, never once weary of answering my daily questions, always explaining them thoroughly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Task Settlement Hall was perpetually packed; now, Zhi Gu was surrounded at its center like an absolute protagonist, as others begged him for secret tips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though many things couldn’t be made without raw materials, even the mere leak of manufacturing methods would be troublesome—let alone the risk of intensifying the leak of Yuan Tian’s secrets. That would be fatal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in such chaos, facing an attack from a thousand people, even An Xinyue’s own strength and her deadly weapon were useless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Lingkong swung his rose staff; divine light erupted. Roses made of energy bloomed across mountains and fields—exquisitely beautiful, dazzling beyond compare—yet radiating a force of annihilation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But facing desperate enemies, even maneuvering is perilous—yet in war, isn’t everything perilous?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three exchanged formal greetings. Shen Jun accidentally glanced at the young master behind Hua Tian, who had been rendered motionless by Murong Yushan’s illusion spell. The young master’s appearance had drawn attention, though no one approached.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though the battle raged fiercely, Hua Tian knew this situation wouldn’t last long. His side had pushed to their limits, while the three tyrants on the other side remained relaxed. If Murong Yushan didn’t awaken soon, Hua Tian and his companions were doomed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ghost-Faced Fox came to assassinate him—Zhou An—and so Zhou An had no need to fight to the death. If he couldn’t win, he’d run.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Qin Zheng shook his head, as if aged years in an instant. He didn’t want to look, yet his gaze involuntarily fixed on the photo in Nie Wanluo’s hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t mention it—pretty much what you guessed. Saving you was just part of the plan, an afterthought.” Li Wei waved his hand. With Mary’s precedent, this Maria must not cause any more trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other side, a tall man in black-and-white Dao robes stood, his face like polished jade, wearing a purple-gold crown, his back bearing a black-and-white sacred sword—profound as an ocean, unfathomable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simultaneously, a beautifully rendered battlefield map appeared before them, clearly showing friend and foe positions, and the enemy’s advance route was unmistakable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, the young man knew he couldn’t pass—he sighed, shrugged, and voluntarily exited the game, becoming an observer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yan Rong calmly stepped off the flying shuttle and walked straight toward Old Liu’s courtyard. The two apple trees were unmistakable—visible the moment you entered the village.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soaring through the sky, feeling flight again after so long, Feng Yuechan wished she could turn her head and see her father in his steel battle armor beside her, flying wing to wing, giving her a thumbs-up. That would be even better.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Earlier, He Li had drugged He Jia and locked her away. After waking, He Jia realized her situation and remained silent for an entire day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This is clearly your own fault,” Bai Shilihua, slightly guilty, refused to admit it and instead glared at her, feigning righteous indignation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of Zhuang Zijin, Lin Xinyan felt a pang in her chest—she still couldn’t understand Zhuang Zijin’s actions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Give it to her!” Zong Jinghao cut off Su Zhan’s words, his deep eyes swirling with boundless darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next instant, the dragon, its body wreathed in pale golden flames and radiating terrifying energy, let out a shriek of agony.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Girl! You’re trying to make me die with unfinished business. But it doesn’t matter—I’ll haunt you forever after death, watching to see what your wish truly is! If you don’t repay this life-saving debt, I’ll never let you go—even as a ghost!” Nie Yu clutched his chest, dragging out his words as if he’d collapse any second.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Life is full of surprises—of course that’s good. But you haven’t told me what actually happened.” Wei Wuwen, sensing the mood had eased, pressed for details.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, considering your connection with Director Song and her good grades—but this is a one-time exception. If she misbehaves again, no matter how good her grades, we won’t give her another chance.” The principal was reasonable—he knew Shen Peichuan was close to Director Song, and he himself was close to Director Song too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Sui must be furious—he kicked over the table the moment he returned. That Liu He was truly despicable. And the way Liu He spoke—why did it sound so infuriating? He gave me a “gift”? Was it a box containing a blade or axe? Does Liu He really think I’m an idiot? Han Sui was absolutely livid.\u003C\u002Fp>",1134,"2026-06-19T18:47:42.084Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","7d2c6cd98a248f4498584341ddf8e602d02f5add1284936356aa940d51ce0a79","there-is-a-malevolent-spirit-chapter-169","there-is-a-malevolent-spirit-chapter-167",209,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthere-is-a-malevolent-spirit-cover.jpg"]