Chapter 492: Three Hundred-Mouth Custom Boxes, Black Clouds Loom Over the City

A deep, powerful voice rang out, cutting off the crowd's chatter.

A towering warrior clad in heavy armor, wielding a giant hammer, strode forward. His gaze fixed on the direction Jiang Chen had left, and in a solemn voice he said, "His name is Jiang Chen, not even twenty years old."

"He only completed his job change last year, then entered Shenlong University as the National Top Scholar, and thereafter in Shenlong University …"

He narrated slowly, recounting Jiang Chen's legendary exploits one by one. The listeners were left gaping, unable to believe it.

It's astonishing that someone could, in less than two short years, reach such a terrifying level, with combat power comparable to Divine Level.

It's as if it were a tale from myth, hard to believe.

The narrator, named Tie Shan, is also a figure of considerable reputation in the Shenlong Ancient City. He leads an elite team of fifty, specializing in taking down powerful bosses.

Tie Shan himself is formidable, having reached a terrifying level 85, and he wields several legendary pieces of equipment, making him unstoppable on the battlefield.

His words carry great credibility among the listeners.

Tie Shan continued, "It seems you haven't returned to the Human World for a long time, and you know nothing of Divine General Jiang's deeds. Once you go back, a casual inquiry will reveal his fame."

"Moreover, I have good news: our Human Race has produced another Earth Knight. After many years, the glory of the Earth Knight finally shines again."

"Let me remind you, Divine General Jiang has already obtained a Primordial Rune, and this is his second. If you're not afraid of death, feel free to challenge him."

Tie Shan's eyes held

a hint of disdain, scanning the crowd before turning and walking away.

He meant well, warning these clueless folks not to go to their deaths. After all, everyone is part of the Human Race; dying here holds no value.

The crowd exchanged uneasy glances, a wave of dread rising within them. Fortunately they didn't impulsively challenge Jiang Chen, or the consequences would have been unimaginable.

"For a single person to obtain two Primordial Runes, that luck is downright defiant of fate."

"I think once Divine General Jiang reaches Divine Level, the Abyss Demon's end will truly arrive."

"Exactly, I think the same. Our Human Race may finally have a chance to counterattack the Abyss, eradicating those demons completely."

"Yes, counterattack the Abyss, capture all the demons in one net!"

The crowd grew excited, each spouting grand declarations. They seemed to see the hope of the Human Race's rise, their hearts filled with anticipation and excitement.

This fervent atmosphere quickly spread throughout the ancient city, while Jiang Chen's various legendary deeds raced through the crowd.

Jiang Chen was unaware of all this; he was simply strolling through the ancient city, never expecting his presence to cause such a stir.

He entered a shop via an officers‑only passage. Inside, a customer was already present; Nan Qiu was carefully briefing a Six-star Colonel.

When Jiang Chen's figure appeared in the shop, the entire place was instantly bathed in a dazzling red light.

The Six-star Colonel turned his head, his gaze landing on Jiang Chen, and murmured, "The holder of the Primordial Rune is only level 53?" Sharp light flickered in his eyes, as if pondering something.

Nan Qiu saw Jiang Chen and hurried over,

paying a respectful Military Salute, "Divine General, greetings." Her eyes narrowed slightly, noticing Jiang Chen's rank had risen from Two-star Divine General to Three-star Divine General, and she felt a surge of shock, deepening her respect.

Jiang Chen nodded and said to Nan Qiu, "You go handle your business first; come back when you're done." With that, he walked deeper into the shop on his own.

Nan Qiu returned to the Six-star Colonel, smiling, "Is there anything else you wish to know? I'll continue my briefing."

The Six-star Colonel was still immersed in shock, muttering, "He is Divine General Jiang Chen?" Nan Qiu nodded, confirming, "Indeed, Divine General Jiang Chen. You just returned from the Alien Battlefield, you must have heard his name."

"He's the Jiang Chen who obtained the Primordial Rune?" the Colonel exclaimed, then abruptly shut his mouth, his whole body trembling from shock. He had seen the red light on Jiang Chen, the symbol of the second Primordial Rune.

Filled with awe, the Colonel lingered not in the shop, departing hastily. As he left, his gaze was complex and inscrutable, as if contemplating something.

Nan Qiu approached Jiang Chen and asked respectfully, "Divine General, what would you like to purchase?" Jiang Chen replied, "I need some potion vials, the highest quality. Do you have them?"

Nan Qiu noted Jiang Chen's request and answered, "We do. How many do you need?" Jiang Chen thought for a moment and said, "Three hundred, I may need a bit more."

Nan Qiu recorded the request and asked, "Besides the potion vials, do you need anything else?" Jiang Chen said, "I also need some

boxes that can hold items up to one meter long.

Jiang Chen detailed his requirements, and Nan Qiu recorded each point, responding earnestly.

"We can prepare the potion vials immediately, but the boxes you request may need special custom‑making, which will take some time," Nan Qiu explained.

Jiang Chen asked, "Approximately how long?"

Nan Qiu thought for a moment and replied, "About four days. The boxes aren't made in the ancient city; they must be sent to Fortress No. 6 on the Alien Battlefield for custom‑making."

Fortress No. 6 is a crucial military supply production base, gathering many masterful blacksmiths.

Jiang Chen nodded in understanding. He took a venomous drake's spine bone from his pack and handed it to Nan Qiu, "Please custom‑make according to this size."

Nan Qiu took the bone, used Detection Technique to examine it, and instantly felt a chill. She exclaimed, "Is this a spine bone from a venomous drake of the Wild Continent's poisonous snake lands? I've heard it's ferocious, capable of killing many strong ones."

Jiang Chen smiled and nodded.

Nan Qiu sighed, "I never expected Divine General Jiang to defeat such a formidable creature; truly admirable."

She tucked away the bone, preparing to custom‑make the boxes to that size.

After returning to his residence, Jiang Chen began processing the venomous drake's spinal cord. He carefully extracted the cord, placing it into potion vials, one drop per vial; the spinal fluid was crystal clear, emitting a captivating sheen.

Each drop of spinal fluid is a precious antidote, effective against many poisons. If refined by a Divine Level alchemist, its potency would be even greater.

Whether spinal cord or bone, both contain immense

value.

During the next four days, Jiang Chen never left his residence. He quietly sorted his thoughts, organizing the various pieces of information he had recently obtained, trying to find clues to unravel the mystery that plagued him.

He felt as if he were trapped in a massive labyrinth, fog everywhere, obscuring the road ahead.

He knew that solving the puzzle required more information and clues, and few in this world could possibly do so.

Perhaps Antares knows all the secrets, but Jiang Chen also knows Antares will not readily reveal any information.

Now, Jiang Chen has earned the qualification to explore this mystery; he must keep striving to uncover more secrets.

However, from the existing information and Antares's existence, Jiang Chen can be certain that this world hides massive secrets. He must delve deeper to find the answers.

Three days later, Nan Qiu promptly delivered the custom‑made boxes to Jiang Chen's residence.

The boxes were exquisitely crafted, petite and delicate, just enough to hold a single bone.

In front of Nan Qiu, Jiang Chen carefully placed each segment of bone into the box, securing them one by one.

A hundred boxes are neatly stacked together, and they do not occupy much space.

As Jiang Chen's level continuously rises, his storage space expands, sufficient to accommodate these boxes.

Nan Qiu pointed at the boxes and explained, "Because these are boxes needed by Divine General Jiang, we specifically used the finest Platinum Tier material to make them, so they can better protect the vertebrae and keep them preserved for a long time."

Jiang Chen carefully examined the boxes, and indeed could

feel its superior material.

After he packed the vertebrae, he casually asked, "How much do these boxes cost?"

Nan Qiu quickly waved her hand, smiling, "Divine General Jiang, you are too courteous. You are a Divine General, and you have privileges here; these boxes are provided free of charge."

Jiang Chen slightly frowned; he knew the material used for these boxes was not cheap, and with the blacksmiths' diligent labor, their value was not low.

Although a Divine General does indeed enjoy privileges, he does not like taking advantage of others.

He thought for a moment, then casually took a vertebra from the box and handed it to Nan Qiu, "Let this serve as the fee for the boxes."

Nan Qiu was startled, quickly waving her hand to refuse, "That's not permissible, Divine General Jiang, the vertebra's value is too high; I absolutely cannot take it."

Jiang Chen smiled and shook his head, "Just accept it; it's a trivial matter for me. If you don't take it, I'll have to go to your group leader."

Nan Qiu, hearing this, could only reluctantly accept the vertebra, feeling uneasy. She knew the thing she had taken was of extremely high value and might bring considerable trouble.

At that moment, the sky outside the ancient city suddenly turned pitch black, as if enveloped by a massive shadow. The originally dim Lower Space grew even more grim and terrifying.

Immediately, clusters of dark‑green Abyssal Fire leapt out, surrounding the Divine Dragon Ancient City. The entire world seemed enveloped by a bizarre force, sending a chilling dread.