[{"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-517":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},1865565,2473,"Chapter 517 - 416: Return to Titan","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-517",517,"\u003Cp>Boarding the Star Iron Express to reach the borders of Great Xia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amidst the vast and boundless wilderness, a sleek, futuristic car with a jet-black finish awaited quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shang Jianyue’s holographic image coalesced next to the car, greeting Han Zhan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you really alone?\" Shang Jianyue looked behind Han Zhan and found no other traces of people, prompting him to speak up, \"I thought you’d at least bring a few Contracted Spirits.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You seem disappointed?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the last incident, Han Zhan’s understanding of Shang Jianyue was refreshed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to a purely logical Intelligent Mechanical Life, he displayed more human-like traits in some respects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course.\" Shang Jianyue shrugged, not saying much more, and made a very gentlemanly gesture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please get in, esteemed guest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The car door slowly rose, and the welcoming lights illuminated the path, like a red carpet under starlight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What a show-off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan silently mocked, then got into the car at Shang Jianyue’s invitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon entering, a waft of feminine fragrance hit him, and Judith sat primly in the passenger seat, her hands clenched into fists, pressed between her thighs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"L-long time no see!\" Judith tried hard to maintain a stiff smile, greeting Han Zhan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He finally understood why Shang Jianyue had appeared disappointed earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He actually wanted to witness my awkward moments?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without saying a word, Han Zhan reached out and pinched Judith’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ah, fair and tender, full of bounce, rich in collagen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, it’s genuine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judith blushed crimson from Han Zhan’s sudden gesture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like a startled fawn, she retreated a bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t get me wrong, I just wanted to confirm if you’re real, Shang Jianyue has a bit of a mischievous streak.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Badmouthing others behind their backs isn’t befitting of a force leader.\" Shang Jianyue’s voice sounded inside the car, with a virtual screen appearing on the dashboard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A leader who enjoys impersonating women doesn’t have the right to say that.\" Han Zhan retorted unreservedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back to business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Judith will handle the arrangements for you after entering Titan City.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can consider her your assistant, or a lifestyle manager.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Or even a physiological manager.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Shang Jianyue could finish speaking, a delicate hand had cut off the central communication.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The redness on Judith’s face had faded significantly, leaving only slightly red ears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need to listen to his nonsense.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s head out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Judith spoke, she pressed a button.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is more like it, this is the Judith I knew before: a gentle yet strong woman who maintains a sense of distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While Han Zhan was thinking, a sudden strong thrust pinned him against the seatback.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, Judith’s voice sounded by his ear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is the Titan City dual-use transport vehicle, the advantage is, it’s fast enough.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Overwhelmed by the intense weight sensation, Han Zhan couldn’t help but ask, \"And the downside?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The redness in Judith’s ears finally faded completely, she returned to her initial demeanor, and then slammed the accelerator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The downside is, it’s too fast.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We’ve arrived.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hardly had Han Zhan digested the pros and cons of the dual-use vehicle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judith had already opened the car door, leaving her seat and stepping down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How long has it been?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ten seconds? Or twenty?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, fast enough.\" Han Zhan nodded appreciatively, agreeing with Judith’s statement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, he felt a need to reassess his previous impressions of Judith.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Welcome back to Titan City.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking ahead, Judith suddenly turned around, striking a large posture, her hands slightly raised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While speaking, two massive airships slowly sailed across the horizon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From Han Zhan’s perspective, it seemed as though Judith’s hands were holding up these two airships.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind her, the cyberpunkish Titan City glowed with colorful neon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Intertwining streets, constantly shuttling hovercrafts, ubiquitous mechanical life, and Titan people with implanted Abnormal Skeletons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Judith, with a beaming smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scene seemed frozen in that moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Things have really changed a lot.\" Silently retracting his gaze, Han Zhan glanced elsewhere, admiringly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judith’s eyes briefly revealed an ounce of disappointment, but she quickly regained her smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go, I’ll show you around.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The last visit to Titan City was during the last occasion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Han Zhan still remembered, his last entry into Titan City was disguised as experimental material, directly transported to the research institute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that, he fought several battles, never going anywhere besides Dawn Street.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today, invited as the Great Xia Leader, his change in status also affected his outlook.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The people living in Titan City seem freer than before.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Without the constraints of Can Shang Company, the entire Titan City has become much more vibrant.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judith nodded gently, acknowledging Han Zhan’s observation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They chatted as they walked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can Shang Company previously imposed strict control over various zones, for instance, non-Abnormal Skeleton Warriors couldn’t enter the main district, and non-company employees were barred from core streets.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although Titan City was prosperous, such prosperity was stratified and distant, a lofty prosperity.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The streets they walked, crowded with shops, showcased burly Abnormal Skeleton Warriors, and Titans with implanted limbs, along with plenty of ordinary people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three groups mingled harmoniously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ve gained a more favorable impression of Shang Jianyue.\" Han Zhan noted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Judith smiled softly, \"Spend some time with him, and you’ll find he’s not as rebellious and arrogant as the legends say.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They continued walking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few street punks with special implanted limbs were advertising for a limb modification shop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They swung their snake-like mechanical brothers vigorously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Laughing heartily while dancing, catching the attention of passersby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come, take a look at this giant limb you can wrap around your waist!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Special offer for new customers, a 45% discount!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You look like a newcomer to Titan City, are you interested...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A punk grabbed Han Zhan, but his words were cut short upon spotting Judith approaching from behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ju... Ju... Judith!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hello, Sister Judith!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The punk quickly greeted Judith.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Joking aside, she was the red-hot favorite beside Titan Lord Shang Jianyue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ve warned you, stop snake-dancing and stick-wielding in the streets, causing traffic issues and disturbing pedestrians, do you want a fine?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rebuked by Judith, the punks lowered their heads not daring to protest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We didn’t mean to interrupt Sister Judith and your boyfriend.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Judith’s previously angry face relaxed significantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She waved her hand gently, her firm tone softened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pack up your stuff; let’s not make this a habit!\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1053,"2026-06-10T05:31:25.107Z",1,"novelbin.me","0995971a26ccd220ca57fa11d5efd3dad363cfa1ecc391966aa14da4015c9bef","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-518","i-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-chapter-516",617,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fi-contracted-all-ancient-divine-artifacts-cover.jpg"]