[{"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-387":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},1865418,2473,"Chapter 387 - 286: Warmth","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-387",387,"\u003Cp>After finalizing the details, the meeting ended late at night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unexpectedly, even after traveling to another world, I still can’t escape the fate of working late into the night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Parentheses, without overtime pay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of this, Han Zhan bid farewell to his second senior brother and uncle, and returned to his residence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as he pushed the door open, a fragrant aroma wafted through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shang Siteng and Youwei were busy bustling around the kitchen in their aprons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At home, Li Lingzhen liked to wear one of Han Zhan’s loose shirts, wrapping herself entirely in it, as she furiously worked on her draft on her laptop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nuannuan, now in her loli form, sat obediently beside Li Lingzhen, her eyes gleaming as she stared at the computer screen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them exchanged a few words every now and then.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This gave Han Zhan the illusion of leading a child astray.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gongyang Jin, with the demeanor of a family head, was placing the tableware on the dining table and bringing out the cooked dishes from the kitchen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, she seemed to sense something and looked up, locking eyes with Han Zhan who just opened the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re back!\" Gongyang Jin smiled brightly, like the first thaw of ice and snow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She jogged over, taking the coat from Han Zhan’s hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at this warm scene in front of him, Han Zhan felt a slight stir in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is the kind of simple and ordinary life he would never tire of, something he deeply desired to protect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What made you decide to cook so many dishes at this hour?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Youwei heard about what happened to you on the Slaughter Battlefield and felt bad for you. You know, she’s introverted and feeling the pressure of being the ’Main Palace Lady’.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So that’s what they were whispering about earlier?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan glanced at the kitchen where Youwei and Shang Siteng were busy, a gentle look in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course we need to make more food for you. Otherwise, how would you have the energy at night if you’re not full?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Lingzhen suddenly piped up. \"That amounts to five whole fields!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The originally warm and cozy scene was instantly shattered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is this the power of a Forbidden Book writer? How terrifying!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lingzhen, you’re quite beautiful and lively, it’d be perfect if you didn’t speak.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ve prepared some new cosplay outfits like nurse, teacher, housekeeper, your favorites...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lingzhen, keep talking if you’ve got more to say. I love listening.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A true man should be flexible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they bantered, Youwei and Shang Siteng brought a few more dishes to the table, filling it up abundantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But there were four dishes that stood out, awkward and glaring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s up with these four nourishing soups?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nuannuan mentioned that when you were in the City of Extreme Evil, you particularly enjoyed these.\" Youwei said with a slight blush, embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other girls shared knowing smiles upon hearing this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once again, Han Zhan’s reputation was ruined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nuannuan, this little green tea, once she returns to her female form, I’ll make sure to punish her properly!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amidst laughter and chatter, everyone sat down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the most complete gathering they’ve had for dinner in a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone sat around the table, happily eating the delicious food, sharing stories of the past few months.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When an interesting topic arose, they delved into it further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next day, Han Zhan felt quite contemplative.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even as a Tier Seven Spirit Contract Master, there’s still room for improvement in the art of flower arrangement, not to mention the many varieties, each with its own arranging style.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s a skill that requires continuous practice and exploration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thankfully, Nuannuan has successfully returned to her female form, the time punishment on her ended.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unexpectedly, the way to undo the time punishment seemed to coincide with what Nuannuan once inadvertently said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was only a slight difference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nuannuan had said: the time punishment would disappear soon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In reality: remove the word ’not’.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This left Han Zhan feeling both pained and delighted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Downstairs, the Main Palace Lady Youwei had already prepared breakfast in advance, while Gongyang Jin was helping her on the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were whispering to each other, just as Han Zhan eavesdropped on them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gongyang Jin: \"Youwei, have you noticed anything?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Youwei: \"Sister Jin, notice what?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gongyang Jin: \"Yesterday, even though everyone was the same, why did Nuannuan’s time take so much longer!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Youwei’s face instantly turned red: \"Maybe it had something to do with exertion levels.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gongyang Jin: \"I suspect she used the Kunlun Mirror’s Flowing Light and Shadow time ability on Ah Zhan! Flowing Light and Shadow can slow down the flow of time!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Youwei, Han Zhan: \"!!!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder it felt off; such a crucial detail slipped past! Han Zhan stroked his chin thoughtfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, who would have thought the Kunlun Mirror Flowing Light and Shadow ability would ever be used for something like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Well done!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We Spirit Contract Masters should have a unique innovative spirit like this!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah Zhan.\" Behind him, Nuannuan’s voice called out, her delicate eyebrows slightly furrowed, an image of vulnerability, with a hint of green tea fragrance in her voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lingzhen hasn’t spoken to me all morning, nor has she acknowledged me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s because she’s rushing to finish her draft, documenting all the inspiration from yesterday so her book’s ban duration could be even longer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Siteng has been on the phone with someone who sounds male for two hours.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Isn’t it possible that the male voice was Bob, and they were discussing the Celestial Net project?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sister Jin and Youwei are making breakfast in the kitchen, they won’t let me help.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm, perhaps they were discussing you?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nuannuan, after being stuck in the Origin of Slaughter world for so many years, did you not learn anything else besides tea art?\" Han Zhan couldn’t help but ask.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nuannuan blinked her eyes twice, shaking her head innocently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan facepalmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Breakfast is ready!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the kitchen, Youwei and Gongyang Jin came out holding steaming hot breakfast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan was just about to grab a bun when Youwei lightly tapped his hand, pushing it away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, Youwei first served a bowl of egg rice porridge to Nuannuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both Han Zhan and Nuannuan were stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Drink up. You exerted yourself more than us last night and used your spiritual energy, so I added some rare items to replenish it, drink more to recover.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Youwei not only didn’t mind Nuannuan secretly extending time with her Flowing Light and Shadow ability but also thoughtfully served her first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was so warm, it made me want to cry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After hesitating, Nuannuan reached out to take the porridge from Youwei’s hands, looking at Youwei with what seemed to be gentler eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Th...thank you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Han Zhan showed a comforting smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Main Palace Lady of the house had finally grown, and her management of the other \"concubines\" wasn’t too shabby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing beside them, Gongyang Jin pinched Han Zhan’s waist just as he was smiling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What are you standing there for? Go call everyone to come for breakfast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, oh, oh!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1197,"2026-06-10T05:31:13.179Z",1,"novelbin.me","a2fa6cb70fc2dcaceb1d5fba9af3220eaae4243e12a3fbc14b3242c9796a34bd","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-388","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-386",617,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-cover.jpg"]