Chapter 131: Who Is She? The Arch‑Nemesis of Old Man Lin

"They've attacked more than just here?"

"Where else?"

In Wu Lingdong's account, Jiang Chen learned that the Abyss had launched a large‑scale assault, and the attacks were occurring at multiple locations.

Within the Shenlong Empire, besides their Fortress No. 1, Fortresses No. 7 and No. 8 were also attacked simultaneously.

All the High-level Professionals in the army went to Fortresses No. 7 and No. 8 to provide support.

It is said the fighting over there is even more intense, and even Third Transcendence professionals have joined the battle.

Not only the Shenlong Empire, but also the Shadow Transformation Nation, Bangzi Country, and Huaci Nation were attacked, and the intensity of the attacks was considerable.

Wu Lingdong said, "Our Shenlong Empire is relatively fortunate, with few casualties, but the Shadow Transformation Nation and Bangzi Country are in a terrible state; they have lost many Professionals."

"It's not frightening when Professionals are injured; even a missing arm or broken leg can be healed, but if life is lost, no wound, however severe, can make up for it."

War is cruel, especially in the war between the Human Race and the Abyss.

It is a life‑or‑death battle; neither side has survivors or prisoners, and surrender is impossible.

There are only two outcomes: death or survival.

Wu Lingdong continued, "Our Fortress No. 1 is the farthest from the Abyss; ahead of us lie nine Fortresses that block the Abyss's power, so the impact here is relatively minor."

"Moreover, the top elites of the Empire have set up multiple defensive arrays, preventing the Abyss's power from teleporting overly powerful Demons to us."

"However, this isn't absolute; even though teleportation is blocked,

some Demons excel at stealth and might lurk in to assassinate the Human Race."

"Therefore, you must be extra careful when operating on the Alien Battlefield."

This time, Jiang Chen's performance was outstanding.

The Abyss Demon has already taken notice of him.

If given the chance, they will certainly spare no cost to eliminate him.

Jiang Chen, at merely Level 24, can easily slay Abyss Monsters over 30 levels higher.

When Jiang Chen grows up, he may become a major threat to the Abyss.

In the past, the Human Race has produced geniuses, but some were assassinated by the Abyss during their development and never truly emerged.

Jiang Chen also became alert: "I'll be careful."

Lin Caier'er ran to Jiang Chen's side, her eyes sparkling as she laughed, "Are you finished talking?"

Jiang Chen nodded, "We're done. We'll rest in the city for a bit, then go run an Instance."

Lin Caier'er nodded repeatedly, "Alright, alright."

Jiang Chen was willing to take her to run the Instance, which made her overjoyed.

At that moment, the Communicator rang.

A voice came through Lin Caier'er's Communicator.

She smiled as she answered, "Grandpa, why did you suddenly want to talk? Didn't you say we shouldn't communicate during the mission?"

A hoarse, authoritative voice came from the other end of the Communicator, loudly asking, "Where are you now?"

Lin Caier'er said, "I'm currently inside Fortress No. 1 on the Alien Battlefield."

"Stay where you are and don't move; I'll be there right away."

The voice on the Communicator sounded noticeably relieved.

It seemed to be grateful that Lin Caier'er was unharmed.

Lin Caier'er's small face flushed slightly, and she replied softly.

After hanging up, Lin Caier'er

said, "Grandpa is coming over."

Having just heard it, Jiang Chen didn't react much, "Then we'll wait a bit."

Lin Caier'er felt a little uneasy, "Why is Grandpa coming over all of a sudden?"

"Maybe he's worried about you."

Jiang Chen thought about it and agreed.

The Communicator had just been blocked; it's understandable that the old man worries about his granddaughter.

A few minutes later, an elderly figure appeared in the Teleportation Array.

The elder wore the distinctive long robe of the Shenlong Empire, his spirit invigorated.

"Grandpa."

Lin Caier'er called sweetly.

Jiang Chen's eyes narrowed slightly.

This elder is no ordinary person.

He bore the Shenlong University insignia, indicating he is from Shenlong University.

The Military Badge on his shoulder…

It turned out to be a Five‑Star Divine General.

Just like Hong Jishi, a Five‑Star Divine General.

Such figures are rare in the Shenlong Empire.

Each of them is a renowned figure in textbooks.

Surname Lin, a Five‑Star Divine General.

Lin Zhenzi.

Jiang Chen felt a solemn respect.

He is a figure as famous as Hong Jishi.

I didn't expect it to be Lin Caier's grandfather.

No wonder Lin Caier didn't take the Intermediate Skill Scroll lightly.

It turns out she's Lin Zhenzi's granddaughter.

Lin Zhenzi stepped out of the Teleportation Array and, seeing Lin Caier safe and sound, couldn't help but sigh in relief.

But the next second, his eyes narrowed instantly, pupils contracting, revealing a dangerous glint.

He saw his obedient granddaughter's hand clasped with a stinky kid's.

The crucial point is that he knows that stinky kid.

Jiang Chen!

Lin Zhenzi let out a low shout.

Jiang Chen was startled, "Do you know me?"

"Stinky kid, let go of your claws!"

Lin Zhenzi shouted low again.

"What did you say?"

Jiang Chen was stunned, unable to react for a moment; this legendary figure

has a somewhat irritable temper.

Lin Caier understood, let out a coquettish hum and stepped in front of Jiang Chen: "Grandfather, what are you doing?"

Seeing Lin Caier, Lin Zhenzi's threatening aura instantly vanished, and he forced a smile: "Nothing, just testing the kid's courage; seems fine."

Lin Caier snorted, a scowl on her face: "You mustn't bully Jiang Chen, or I won't talk to you."

Lin Zhenzi's complexion changed drastically: "That won't do. Rest assured, grandpa won't bully him, otherwise Hong Jishi would tear down grandpa's Dungeon Hall."

"Now that's more like it!"

Lin Caier showed a satisfied expression, turned to Jiang Chen and said, "He's my grandfather; you've surely guessed his name, so I won't introduce him."

Jiang Chen nodded, "I've met Senior Lin."

Lin Zhenzi waved his hand: "Alright, alright, no need to be so formal."

When he spoke to Jiang Chen, his tone was still not friendly.

But because Lin Caier was present, Lin Zhenzi managed to hold back his temper.

He just kept his eyes fixed on the two's hands.

Lin Caier kept holding Jiang Chen, refusing to let go; he was helpless.

Lin Caier said, "What business brings you here in such a hurry?"

Lin Zhenzi brushed his beard: "I'm here to take you back. That idiot second brother let you go to the Alien Battlefield for a mission; he's really getting senile with age."

Lin Caier wore a strange expression: "But Second Grandfather said my mission came from your order."

Lin Zhenzi trembled, brushed his beard and glared: "Damn his stinky fart, the second brother acted on his own, never consulted me; it just so happened I was busy those days, letting him slip in."

"Obedient granddaughter, quickly go back with grandpa, we don't

do any missions."

Lin Zhenzi tried to reach out to pull Lin Caier, but she dodged.

Lin Caier shook her head: "Since Second Grandfather assigned the mission, I've accepted it, so I must complete it."

"That's what you taught me: when doing something, see it through to the end."

Lin Caier spoke with righteous confidence, basically putting on a stance of not going back.

Lin Zhenzi grew a bit impatient: "Why can't the mission be done elsewhere? The university is full of tasks for you; why go to the Alien Battlefield? You don't know how dangerous it is; what if something happens!"

"That second brat is a complete idiot; I'll go back and give him a good beating, so he'll understand why the flower is so red!"

Lin Caier cooed: "With Jiang Chen here, there's no danger."

"Jiang Chen promised to take me to run instances; I'll gather the Hell Outpost Set."

Mentioning Jiang Chen repeatedly, Lin Zhenzi's complexion grew even uglier.

His jealousy visibly rose.

Staring at Jiang Chen: "Stinky kid, say something. The Alien Battlefield is so dangerous; I don't want Cai Er taking risks here."

His words carried a threatening tone.

Jiang Chen said softly, "I respect Cai Er's choice."

"You!"

Lin Zhenzi widened his eyes, looking ferocious.

Lin Caier stepped forward: "Grandfather, you must not threaten Jiang Chen, or I'll truly ignore you."

Lin Zhenzi's aura instantly melted, and he forced another smile: "Alright, alright, you said you want to run the Hell Outpost with this kid; shall grandpa send a few people over to join you?"

If he wants to, the Hell Instance needs at least ten people, right?

Forming a team and recruiting is also a hassle; if he sends some people himself, they probably won't refuse.

Doesn't want Lin Caier

Er said, "No way, Jiang Chen will Solo Run with me."

"How can that be! You're courting death?"

Lin Zhenzi lost composure, couldn't help but let out a startled shout.

Lin Caier clicked a sound: "Grandfather, look what this is."

She brandished the Hell Outpost Dagger before Lin Zhenzi.

Lin Zhenzi still looked incredulous: "Are you two really running Hell Difficulty?"

Lin Caier giggled: "It's not just the two of us; to be precise, Jiang Chen is taking me through, I don't have to do anything, just eat and it'll be over."

"Really?"

"Really!"

Lin Zhenzi was already speechless.

He still knew a bit about Jiang Chen's ability to run Instances.

A party of 39 cleared the Tyrant Desert Large-scale Dungeon.

I didn't expect even the Dragon Race Hell-level Dungeon could be solo run.

So, if Jiang Chen's level gets higher, could other Dungeons also be solo run at Hell-level Difficulty?

If that's the case…

At least Lin Caier'er's equipment won't need his worry.

From this perspective, Jiang Chen this kid seems somewhat pleasing.

He sized up Jiang Chen, and suddenly saw the Military Badge on Jiang Chen's shoulder.

Another strange shout: "How did you become a Second Lieutenant? How is that possible?"

Lin Caier'er, "Grandpa, could you stop being so jumpy? We're both of advanced age, can you be calmer?"

"Second Grandpa is stronger than you in this; he never makes a fuss when something happens."

"Isn't being a Second Lieutenant a perfectly normal thing?"

"Alright, Grandpa, you go back first; after a few days we'll naturally return."

Lin Zhenzi, after being lectured by his own granddaughter, finally calmed down: "For the Professional Competition in a few days, you'll come back to participate."

Lin Caier'er was somewhat impatient.

Annoyed, she said: "Got it, you go back, we'll leave first."

Jiang Chen also bid farewell to Lin Zhenzi: "Don't worry, I'll take good care of Cai Er."

Lin Caier'er pulled Jiang Chen away, leaving Lin Zhenzi alone there, staring blankly, while people came and went around, each ignoring Lin Zhenzi.

As if he didn't exist.

Just now, when the three of them were speaking, no one around heard a word.

Needless to say, this is all Lin Zhenzi's tactic.

Otherwise, with his status, standing there would surely attract a crowd.

"No, this kid isn't normal, I need to go ask!"

After pondering for a while, Lin Zhenzi turned and walked toward the Fortress.

He has always been highly vigilant toward Jiang Chen; now seeing him with his beloved granddaughter, he became even more wary.