Investing in the Reborn Empress, She Actually Calls Me ‘Husband’ Chapter 729: You Dont Have to Be a Childish Person Today
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"Master, have you also arrived to join Young Master Li's wedding feast?"
"This lowly monk, Zangai, has come to serve as his groomsman."
"...?"
Murong Xiao snatched the red envelopes that were being tossed into the air. Alongside Xiao Qin and Ouyang, the trio advanced through the crowd, leaving the bewildered onlookers staring in their wake.
Li Mo finished distributing the final wave of red envelopes. Surrounded by the crackle of firecrackers and the loud well-wishes of the gathering crowd, the group stepped into the mansion together.
"Brother Huang sent word just now. He reported that members of both the Demonic Cult and the Lingxi Sect have infiltrated the Qingyuan Sect, though the headcounts don't seem to align."
"I suspect some have snuck into other sects instead. Junior Brother Li, stay alert. They might strike tonight, perhaps..."
Xiao Qin spoke in a hushed, urgent tone.
He continued his earnest warning for several moments before realizing Li Mo’s gaze was vacant. The groom was staring dreamily toward the inner courtyard’s bridal chamber, completely lost in his own world, seemingly oblivious to the conversation.
"Indeed." Murong Xiao gave a solemn nod. "Just a moment ago, Uncle Li pulled me aside to whisper about the wedding traditions..."
"What was that?"
Young Master Li’s eyes snapped back into focus instantly, and he whipped his head around with an expression of total concentration.
"......" Xiao Qin originally didn't believe Brother Li would ignore his warning, but now he was starting to have his doubts.
"Uncle Li just whispered to me that 'the path of true love is never easy.' Gaining entry to Junior Sister Ying’s room won't be a simple task. You’ll have to get past the trials of a few people first," Murong Xiao murmured.
"Which people?"
"Lan Tian."
"She works for me and is a simple-minded girl. She'll be easy to handle."
"Aunt Gu."
"My own mother wouldn't actually block my path, right? Who else?"
Hearing those names, Li Mo let out a breath of relief.
It sounded like a mere formality. He figured he would just hand out a few red envelopes for the sake of tradition and they would let him through.
"And Senior Martial Aunt Shang."
"......."
Li Mo’s stride came to a dead halt, his face suddenly clouding over with gravity.
Xiao Qin shifted back slightly, contemplating an early exit, though he couldn't think of a good excuse. He even found himself wishing his master would seize control of his body for once.
That wish went unfulfilled; the Thousand Forms Martial Venerable appeared to be in a profound slumber, remaining silent despite Xiao Qin’s internal calls.
"Brother Li, surely you aren't still intimidated by Senior Martial Aunt Shang? In terms of being a 'fighting king,' you've already outstripped your master." Murong Xiao rubbed his smooth, bald scalp, looking perplexed.
His confusion stemmed mostly from not truly understanding Shang Wu.
Li Mo replied with a look of helplessness, "What am I supposed to do if she drops to the floor, throws a tantrum, and acts completely shameless?"
"......"
"By the way, Brother Murong, regarding your Indestructible Vajra Body... would you be alright if you fell from the sky?" Li Mo asked out of the blue.
"Are you joking? I'd be perfectly fine. When it comes to taking an impact..."
"Could it endure a thrashing from an expert in the External Scenery realm?"
"As long as they aren't trying to kill me, no problem. Why do you ask, Brother Li?"
"It's nothing. My congratulations to you."
"Hey there, you've come to claim your bride. You'd better show some real sincerity, shouldn't you?" Shang Wu sat there with an imposing air, a mischievous smirk playing on her lips.
"This is for you, Master."
Young Master Li offered up a red envelope.
"Hmph." Shang Wu felt the weight of it in her hand. Even though she was the type to chase after money, she remained unmoved this time.
"Still not enough. I won't be opening the door for you."
"Master, please don't mess around," Young Master Li said, his anxiety beginning to rise.
"You ungrateful disciple! Are you trying to defy your master and turn your back on your ancestors? Waaah..."
"Hiss..."
Li Mo gasped. Shang Wu behaving this way was far more unsettling than when she was in a rage.
Murong Xiao and Xiao Qin finally grasped exactly why Li Mo had been so apprehensive.
However, as everyone was well aware, Young Master Li was a true genius.
He nonchalantly pulled out two bottles and shoved them into Murong Xiao’s arms. Then, ignoring Master Zangai’s look of utter confusion, he bundled him up within his Somersault Cloud.
"Huh?"
Whoosh! A bald head launched into the sky, spiraling upward into the blue.
"Little Mo, what kind of stunt is this? Your master has seen every trick in the book. You think a little display like this can—"
"Those were the final two bottles of Immortal's Brew."
Before the sentence could even finish, Shang Wu—who had been standing there just a second ago—bolted out of the main hall like a wild dog off its leash.
"Murong Xiao, you really are my greatest brother. So incredibly loyal," Li Mo said with deep emotion, shielding his eyes as he watched two streaks fly like shooting stars away from Ziyang Prefecture City.
Xiao Qin: "......"
But Brother Li, you don't seem very loyal at all.
At the very least, today he couldn't be called the 'Sword Hero Who Benefits the Group'—he was more like the 'Sword Hero Who Forgets His Roots.'
The two of them moved quickly to open the main hall doors while Shang Wu was still occupied.
At the entrance to the inner courtyard, Lan Tian gave them a wave.
"Boss."
"Mhm, you've done well. I'll see to it you get a bonus."
Li Mo handed her a red envelope, gave her shoulder a pat, and attempted to sidestep her on the left.
Lan Tian silently blocked his path by moving left.
Li Mo tried to go right, only to find Lan Tian had shifted right to block him again.
"?"
Had this girl actually turned against him?
"Um, about the test... I don't want a bonus."
Young Master Li’s wide-eyed, intimidating stare made Lan Tian flinch slightly, but something gave her the resolve to stand her ground.
"Then what is it you want?"
"I want... a date with Brother Dahuang."
Li Mo and Xiao Qin traded glances, both of them wearing looks of sheer bewilderment.
"Brother Dahuang, could that be..."
"Old Huang?!"
Li Mo activated his Heavenly Destiny Divine Eye. Seeing the phrase 'love at first sight' written in Lan Tian’s recent fate, his expression became incredibly complex.
Xiao Qin’s expression was even more stunned.
Among their circle of brothers, his talent was mediocre, his looks were plain, his wealth was average, and he possessed no unique skills. Setting all that aside...
Now even Old Huang had a girl pining for him? Did girls simply have no interest in normal men?
"It’s a bit of a challenge, but not impossible. However, I have to warn you, Old Huang is the type of person who..."
"I'm aware! I just happen to like the mature and steady type."
"Fine, I'll give you a hand when the time comes... Huh? Senior Brother Xiao, why do you look so miserable?"
"It's nothing. Let's keep moving."
Young Master Li successfully cleared another obstacle.
At last, they stood before the bridal chamber. This time, no one stood in their way, only the firmly shut doors.
The world around them seemed to fall silent. Li Mo could hear nothing but his own breath and the thumping of his heart. He reached out and gave the door a soft push.
Hmm?
He tried pushing again, gently...
It remained locked.
"Ice Block, I've arrived," Li Mo called out softly.
"I know you're there," a voice answered from behind the door—it was his mother.
"Mother, please open the door quickly. We shouldn't miss the auspicious hour."
"I am Little Bing'er's mother right now. Don't try to act familiar with me."
"？？？？"
Li Mo leaned back, stunned.
Could it be that the most difficult hurdle to overcome was actually his own mother?
Then, a different voice echoed from inside the room:
"If you want me to unlock the door, you must find something first."
"Find what?"
"The clothes you crafted for Little Bing'er in the past, the ones made of sea silk. Little Bing'er mentioned she hid them away..."
In truth, it was unclear if Ice Block had hidden them specifically to challenge Li Mo or if she genuinely wanted them out of sight.
They were simply too embarrassing. She had planned to tell Li Mo they were lost if he ever asked about them later.
She hadn't realized that Madam Gu had spotted her.
And so, it became the final trial for Li Mo.
Young Master Li never imagined that he would one day be struck down by a seductive boomerang of his own creation.