[{"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-407":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},1865338,2473,"Chapter 407 - 306: Beheading","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-407",407,"\u003Cp>As they spoke, a sound of chains dragging across the ground echoed from outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A tall figure appeared at the end of the corridor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His presence blocked out the only light in the dim room completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was only when he gradually walked closer that Han Zhan managed to see the man’s features clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was human too, but at least two meters tall, with skin that gleamed with a metallic sheen in the weak light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind him, several normal humans were being dragged with iron chains; judging by their half-dead appearance, they must also be captives of the Jiuli.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The door was opened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan felt a powerful force pull him out suddenly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was hauled out of the room, just like the others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From darkness to blinding light, after a brief moment of disorientation, Han Zhan’s eyes gradually adjusted, and he could see the surroundings clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The forest was dense, with towering trees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only the area where they stood had been cleared out, resembling a circular plaza within the woods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Occasional bird calls came from deep within the forest, accompanied by the rustle of the wind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A casually piled bonfire crackled, sparking firelight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the circular plaza stood many warriors of the Jiuli Race.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were tall, with bronze skin that shimmered, standing in groups of three or five like a human wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The leader of them was carrying a great saber on his shoulder, its blade as tall as an adult; correspondingly, he was the tallest among the Jiuli warriors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He casually threw the great saber into the bonfire, roasting the blade until it glowed faintly red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan’s group was lined up, the captives dragged by chains, akin to lambs awaiting slaughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just entered the scenario and already facing disaster, what should be done?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan’s mind raced, the urgency making his back sweat lightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I can create a valuable identity for myself!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like being related to the Yellow Emperor, as long as I show enough value, I can surely avoid doom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this in mind, Han Zhan formed a plan and immediately spoke: \"I—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m the Yellow Emperor’s brother! Don’t kill me, I can negotiate for you, exchange captives. I am the Yellow Emperor’s brother!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A voice louder than Han Zhan’s suddenly called out beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Drawing the attention of all the captives, turning their heads to look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A skinny young man was lying on the ground, trembling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this scene, the captured warriors of the Yellow Emperor Tribe all showed discontent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the Jiuli lieutenant holding the beheading great saber seemed completely oblivious to his words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next second, the Jiuli lieutenant grasped the saber’s handle, and with the sharp sound of slicing through air, the self-proclaimed \"Yellow Emperor’s brother\" was split into two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blood splattered on the ground, forming a bright red line.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan blinked rapidly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brother of the Yellow Emperor, a highly valued identity. Even he was cut down with one stroke; the Jiuli Tribe is indeed ruthless!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As one plan failed, Han Zhan started to sweat profusely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nevermind, that beheading great saber probably is just an ordinary material forged weapon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I have the Celestial Serpent Body and am also a Tier Seven Powerhouse, might withstand it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan reassured himself inwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, another captured warrior of the Yellow Emperor Tribe beside him suddenly scoffed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph, I am an Earth Warrior, practicing Earth Element True Power; my defenses are such that even Divine Soldiers can’t cut through, what fright does your mere broken saber pose!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Haa!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a light shout, the chains binding him shook loose under his full force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A layer of visibly earth-colored translucent armor enveloped the warrior of the Yellow Emperor Tribe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan could even feel the continuous stream of Earth Element Spiritual Power being transmitted from below the ground into his body!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tier Seven Peak?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is surprisingly a warrior at Tier Seven Peak, specializing in Earth Element Defense!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Han Zhan could finish marveling, another saber light came slashing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Han Zhan’s view, the head of the Tier Seven Peak Earth Warrior was severed cleanly, rolling right to his feet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gulp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan swallowed hard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is a Tier Seven Peak, not some ordinary vegetable!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, a master in practicing Earth Element Defense Spiritual Power, with feet on the ground, empowered by the Power of the Earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Practically in a state with full buffs layered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And was instantly killed like this?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could his Tier Seven strength combined with the Celestial Serpent Body withstand it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan’s mind was filled with uncertainty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the third saber light had already appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Including Han Zhan himself, there were five captives dragged out from the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now the third head had rolled, leaving only two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If no solution is found, he would truly be doomed!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly Han Zhan felt the light dim; the tall figure of the Jiuli lieutenant had unknowingly moved in front of him and the captive next to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The captive beside him was the one who had earlier spoken disheveled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now he was hanging his head low, silent, seemingly resigned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Jiuli lieutenant raised the beheading great saber high, about to slash another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A sudden mutation occurred.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The disheveled young man emitted bizarre \"hohoho\" sounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, miraculously, his hair transformed into living black snakes, writhing wildly, spiraling back toward the falling beheading great saber.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unexpectedly, this young man had such methods?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Han Zhan was pondering, suddenly with a \"bang,\" the young man beside him exploded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Literally exploded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flesh splattered on Han Zhan, bewildering him internally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet his head, including the endlessly elongating hair, seemed to be the true embodiment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It continued emitting strange noises, climbing from the saber’s blade toward the hand gripping the handle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Priest, be careful!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind them, other Jiuli warriors warned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Jiuli lieutenant addressed as \"Priest\" grunted, without much visible action, his form suddenly expanded from over two meters to more than three.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The enlarged physique gave him greater strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the pressure of force, the entangled beheading great saber finally freed itself from the mess of black hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Jiuli Tribe’s priest struck it firmly, smashing the flying head to the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bring it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, a Jiuli warrior had already brought a handful of white soil, pouring it upon the smashed head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, white smoke sizzled up from that head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did those sternly vigilant Jiuli warriors collectively breathe a sigh of relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The ’Pest’ has been dealt with.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the priest of this Jiuli ten-man squad, Li Wu laid down the beheading great saber, announcing aloud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Perhaps not yet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An incongruous voice arose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Wu cast his gaze toward the speaker, the final captive from this capture, Han Zhan.\u003C\u002Fp>",1124,"2026-06-10T05:31:13.180Z",1,"novelbin.me","941a9e0fbeab96528749c7db70ffd49a671f1422ac0533f013355dfb41c03ef6","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-408","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-406",617,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-cover.jpg"]