[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts":3,"chapter-i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-226":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","I Contracted All Ancient Divine Artifacts",{"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},1865457,2473,"Chapter 226 125: Invitation from the Sun Never Sets Knight Order","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-226",226,"\u003Cp>After parting with Han Zhan, Zhan Ning asked the landlady for another room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chaos earlier had sufficiently frightened the landlady of the Nightingale Inn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The people of the Mechanical Sect are really insane; this is supposed to be a designated ceasefire zone by the five parties!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The landlady patted her impressive bosom, trembling as she looked at Zhan Ning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Tier Seven Punishment Knight had already enjoyed some \"delicacies\" tonight, and after experiencing a life-and-death battle, he had no plans for a second round for now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The ceasefire zone is set by people, after all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Ning shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The implication was that a ceasefire zone could both hold peace or ignite conflict, depending on what those in power intended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The fifty-year cycle of the Slaughter Battlefield is about to reopen, and all factions are itching to move.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Be careful lately and try not to entertain unfamiliar guests.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Zhan Ning spoke, he glanced down at the ample cleavage, took advantage of it a bit, and amidst the landlady's coquettish laughter, turned to his room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This information wasn't much of a secret; Zhan Ning simply returned the favor to the landlady, who wisely adopted a pleading stance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of them were quite satisfied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go and reassure the guests, have the girls put in a bit more effort.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The landlady turned and instructed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We can't let this incident tarnish the reputation of our Nightingale Inn.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Landlady, there... there shouldn't be any more attacks, right?\" a worried guest inquired.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was quite frightened by the large explosion just as he was getting into an emotional mood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rest assured, sir. With that esteemed gentleman's presence, there won't be any more danger. For an apology, I'll have another lady accompany you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guest, who had initially harbored some resentment, immediately wore a smile upon hearing this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And thus, the crisis was quelled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After returning to his room, Zhan Ning felt as if he had forgotten something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But no matter how much he thought, he couldn't figure out what it was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, a series of rapid beeping sounded in his ear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his bewilderment, Zhan Ning looked down and saw the source of the noise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On his white shorts, a red dot was flashing wildly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What the f*ck?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A thousand words condensed into a single phrase.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A second later, a muffled bang echoed from Zhan Ning's room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire floor shook twice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The guest who had just entered the left-right embrace state exited the room with a forlorn face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Landlady! You said there'd be no more danger!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The events at the Nightingale Inn had nothing to do with Han Zhan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Later that night, he slept soundly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next morning, there was a knock on the door, and Zhan Ning's voice came from outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, Bob, time to get up for breakfast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unwarranted hospitality.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan hugged the Nightingale Inn's fluffy and soft goose feather pillow, burying his head fully and turning over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knock knock knock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The knocking came again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Ning was still persistent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he was about to knock a third time, the door opened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan appeared at the door yawning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally, he didn't want to open the door, but upon reconsideration, he realized he urgently needed an identity to better involve himself in the happenings of the City of Extreme Evil.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mistake could be a blessing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since he had come to the Sun Never Sets Knight Order, it seemed necessary to maintain a good relationship with a deputy commander.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Say what you need to say.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come on, let's get breakfast, drink milk!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Ning waved his hand grandly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is the milk you mentioned decent?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan quipped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It ordinarily wouldn't be something suspicious, but coming from Zhan Ning's mouth, it easily led one astray.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course it's proper milk! My God, how can you ask such strange questions!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're insulting the honor of an upright knight!\" Zhan Ning exclaimed righteously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While speaking, Han Zhan's gaze shifted, suddenly noticing the bandages wrapped around Zhan Ning's lower body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What happened to you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bitten by a bug while sleeping last night.\" Zhan Ning responded calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For something to bite a Tier Seven Punishment Knight like this, that must be quite a bug.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Want to try?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Ning looked at Han Zhan with a seemingly friendly gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The latter immediately abandoned the thought of continuing this topic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back to the main point.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the deputy commander and host of the Sun Never Sets Knight Order, Zhan Ning led Han Zhan through the streets.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Due to the eye-catching bandages, their presence was significantly noticeable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After walking for a while, they arrived at a restaurant entrance, where Zhan Ning stopped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sun Never Sets Restaurant.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The name was decent, easy to figure out who the restaurant belonged to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan thought to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, as he pushed the door open, several unfamiliar faces with spiritual power fluctuations appeared inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was where the knights from the Sun Never Sets Knight Order often came for breakfast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Deputy Commander.\" A knight who spotted Zhan Ning at the door greeted him warmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's for breakfast today?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Missouri cheese bread, pure milk, and bacon with ham.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Two orders of each, please.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sure thing. Would you like the regular or the risqué milk?\" Suddenly, the assisting knight in the restaurant paused and asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Ning was momentarily taken aback by the question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that instant, he clearly felt Han Zhan's scrutinizing gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Ning quickly cleared his throat lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How can milk even be risqué?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It is, a recent trend. Some ladies looking to earn extra cash, you know. How about it, interested? Regular milk is two cups per gold coin, special milk is ten coins for two.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just the regular, please.\" Zhan Ning urgently interrupted the introduction, feeling that any more elaboration would cost him his knightly honor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though there wasn't much to begin with.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You should know why I invited you here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our Sun Never Sets Knight Order is a place seeking honor, steadfast faith, filled with a sense of justice and positive energy... um... this...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Ning felt Han Zhan's gaze change as he heard these adjectives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn't continue, so he decided to skip that part.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So I wish to invite you to join us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With your abilities, you could at least become a core knight of the Sun Never Sets Knight Order.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't abide by the Knight's Code; would you still accept me?\" Han Zhan asked curiously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You also know what happened yesterday; all the major factions are in desperate need of people now. Who has time for nitpicking?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhan Ning shook his head and added, \"Besides, we fought together yesterday and were questioned by the Fallen Knight. With both our endorsements, who would have objections?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The key is the attitude of the Fallen Knight, Han Zhan silently added.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he didn't point out Zhan Ning's thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Joining the Sun Never Sets Knight Order is possible, but I need to know about the compensation.\" Having thought it through, Han Zhan continued to play the role of a newcomer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Typically, only those above Tier Six can become core knights, with a pay of ten gold coins a day, plus additional allowances for missions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan gently tapped the table with his index finger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The offer seemed quite decent.\u003C\u002Fp>",1214,"2026-06-10T05:31:13.179Z",1,"novelbin.me","8f74322f50ed71ee5abc5baf54510dd6c7e530cbcd11eef6cc868a1bd7214a72","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-227","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-225",617,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-cover.jpg"]