Chapter 528: The Legendary Han Family, There Are Just Too Many Beauties

Hong Jishi, with a hint of embarrassment, "escaped" the scene; Jiang Chen watched his back and couldn't help shaking his head with a wry smile.

Sure enough, the tables turned; just a moment ago he was mocking others, now he became the target of others' teasing.

"It seems there's an unknown story between Master Li and Master Hong," Jiang Chen guessed silently, while a playful smile appeared on his face.

He continued strolling through the Fortress, weaving among the bustling crowd. Inside the Fortress, three massive arenas stood out, their stages constantly flashing with light, clearly hosting fierce battles.

Jiang Chen arrived at one arena and saw a swordsman and a mage locked in combat. The swordsman was famed for his brute force, while the mage excelled at ranged attacks and control. Their back‑and‑forth on the stage made for a spectacular scene.

However, for Jiang Chen these fights still seemed overly simple. He had endured countless life‑and‑death trials, and these battles were, to him, like children's make‑believe play.

He watched for a while, lost interest, and was about to turn away when a familiar voice suddenly reached his ears.

"Jiang Chen!"

Jiang Chen turned his head and saw Lu Qingyu smiling brightly at him, with Feng Xiu and Han Li beside her.

"Long time no see," Jiang Chen said with a smile, greeting the three.

Seeing the three, Jiang Chen was also a bit surprised. He noticed that Lu Qingyu and Han Li's auras had become noticeably stronger, and their levels had risen dramatically.

Lu Qingyu and Han Li had both broken through level 35, which made them top‑tier among their cohort of trainees.

"How did you end up here?" Jiang Chen asked curiously.

Lu Qingyu smiled and explained, "We came with

the Academy's group. What about you? Why are you alone here?"

Jiang Chen replied lightly, "I'm here as a guest."

Upon hearing this, Lu Qingyu and the others were even more surprised. They knew Jiang Chen was powerful, but hadn't expected him to attend such an event as a guest.

"With your strength, do you still need to take part in events like this?" Feng Xiu couldn't help asking.

Jiang Chen gave a slight smile, didn't answer directly, and shifted the topic: "What about you? What have you gone through lately? How did your levels rise so quickly?"

Lu Qingyu and Han Li exchanged a glance, both showing mysterious smiles.

They knew Jiang Chen's strength and understood his lofty pursuit of cultivation.

So they told Jiang Chen about their recent experiences.

Learning that Jiang Chen wouldn't personally enter the fray, only arriving as a guest.

Han Li gave a mysterious smile and whispered, "Fortunately, if it weren't so, we might have lost the chance to compete."

Jiang Chen's strength was known to all; not only could his peers not match him, even the older masters often paled in his presence.

If Jiang Chen truly decided to join the Talent Divine Stone Instance, they would indeed find it hard to accomplish anything.

Lu Qingyu also covered her mouth with a light laugh, teasing, "Yeah, if Jiang Chen really went to challenge the Instance, we'd probably have to concede defeat in advance."

Feng Xiu continued, "The Talent Divine Stone Instance is indeed special; each person's Instance difficulty is set according to their level. While level matters, it doesn't play a decisive role inside the Instance."

He paused, turned his gaze to Jiang Chen, and continued, "But if Jiang

Divine General of such caliber joins, we might not even have the courage to challenge."

Jiang Chen smiled in response, encouraging, "If I don't join, you all should work hard and strive for the best rewards in the Instance."

Lu Qingyu excitedly introduced, "I heard this Instance's reward includes half a Talent Divine Stone! During the Third Job Transfer, there's a one‑third chance to awaken a special talent; just thinking about it is thrilling."

The four chatted while strolling through the Fortress, and before they knew it they'd arrived at a bustling commercial district.

Here, taverns and shops lined the streets, all specially prepared for the upcoming Talent Divine Stone convention. The four chose an elegantly decorated tavern and sat by the window.

Lu Qingyu lowered her voice, curiously asking Jiang Chen, "Jiang Chen, do you think my and Han Li's leveling speed is unusually fast?"

Jiang Chen nodded; indeed, he felt that way.

Lu Qingyu said proudly, "After returning to my family, I successfully activated my Bloodline; now my strength is considerably greater than before."

Jiang Chen knew Lu Qingyu came from the Lu family, a long‑standing great clan, so it was natural for her to have some special heritage.

Then Lu Qingyu explained for Han Li, "As for Han Li, you might not know, she's a descendant of the legendary Han family."

Upon hearing that, Jiang Chen's mind immediately conjured information about the Han family.

The Han family, an ancient clan over five hundred years old, is famed worldwide for the Assassin profession. They have taken the way of the Assassin to the extreme, and each generation has produced many high‑level Legendary Professions and Divine-level Strongmen.

Moreover, the Han family's Bloodline has a unique aspect: once activated

, each Job Change triggers a Profession Ascension.

With such a family foundation, it's no wonder Han Li's leveling speed is so rapid.

Jiang Chen couldn't help admiring Han Li and Lu Qingyu more, and felt fortunate to have befriended such companions.

They lurked in the darkness, silently assassinating the evil forces that threatened humanity, protecting world peace time after time.

Their heroic deeds were sung as legend; each successful assassination was a declaration of war against evil.

Thus, the name of the legendary Han family spread widely among mortals.

Some even boldly prophesied that if the Han family produced another Half-step Super God, they could even challenge the Demon King's authority.

However, this glory and fame also attracted endless jealousy and hatred.

Decades ago, Demons could no longer contain their hatred toward the Han family and launched a devastating assault.

They first launched a fierce attack on the Otherworld Battlefield, luring the Han family's Divine-level Strongmen, then dispatched countless Demon Kings for a slaughter.

At the same time, the Cult of Demon Worship emerged en masse, carrying out a mad massacre of the Han family, even summoning a clone of a Demon King.

The Han family suffered a cataclysm in a single night, with countless brave warriors falling into pools of blood.

The incident was deliberately concealed, known only to a few. Jiang Chen learned of this tragic history while poring over numerous ancient texts.

When Jiang Chen looked at Han Li, surprise and respect filled his mind, "I never expected you to inherit the legendary Han family's Bloodline."

Han Li nodded lightly, "It was Senior Lu who brought me back to the family; although the clan no longer exists, its legacy endures."

Jiang Chen let out a deep sigh

, "The former Han family was so powerful and glorious. Yet precisely because of that, it attracted the Demon King's fear and attack."

He solemnly told Han Li, "Since you've inherited the Han family's Bloodline, you'll inevitably face many dangers in the future. You must act with caution."

Feng Xiu also whispered from beside, "We'll keep this matter secret; until Han Li has enough self‑protection ability, we won't let more people know."

Jiang Chen solemnly promised, "If there's any place I can help, just speak up."

He felt respect and gratitude toward the Han family's ancestors, because they had made a massive Contribution to the Human Race.

Han Li looked at Jiang Chen gratefully, "Thank you, Divine General Jiang."

Jiang Chen shook his head, "We are friends; no need to be so formal."

Lu Qingyu also laughed and agreed, "Exactly, we're all friends, no need to be so polite."

At that moment, a rapid footfall sounded, and a large contingent surged up the floor.

A fragrance wafted in; all who went upstairs were young women.

Leading them was Huo Yuyao; she spotted Jiang Chen at a glance and exclaimed, "You're still alive!"

Immediately, a figure carrying a scented breeze rushed forward.

Before anyone could react, she had pounced onto Jiang Chen, hugging him tightly.

"You didn't die, that's such a relief, you're still alive!" Qiao Zhixin said while crying, tears streaming, body trembling.

Lu Qingyu, Feng Xiu, and Han Li watched the scene, their eyes sparkling with gossip, clearly taking a keen interest in the couple's relationship.

They have seen Lin Cai'er, and now this beautiful girl is

where did she pop out from.

Qiao Zhixin was too excited, completely forgetting the current setting.

She had constantly worried about Jiang Chen's safety; now seeing him unharmed, her emotions were momentarily uncontrollable.

Jiang Chen gently patted Qiao Zhixin's back, "Don't worry, I'm fine, aren't I? If you keep holding me like that, I'll suffocate."

Qiao Zhixin let out an "ah" and hurriedly released her grip.

She then realized her earlier action might have been inappropriate; her face flushed instantly.

At that moment, a rainbow‑colored light drifted from the sky, its dazzling glow illuminating the tavern.

"Jiang Chen, long time no see, hope you've been well."

Yi Ning rode a Unicorn, slowly landing by the window, greeting Jiang Chen.

Lu Qingyu muttered softly, "Ah, here comes another."

Han Li and Feng Xiu both nodded simultaneously, their faces showing curiosity.

Then someone else climbed the stairs, saw Jiang Chen by the window, and called with a smile, "Junior Jiang, long time no see!"