Chapter 644: Tourist

June eighth, light rain drizzled.

At dusk, the crowd, with Lu Ran at their head, waited before the entrance to Tunnel One of the Seclusion Chamber.

The mist inside the cliff had dispersed; Lady of the Gate might emerge from seclusion at any moment.

As figures shifted within the tunnel, everyone perked up; to their astonishment, the one who came was not Jiangjiang Xianzi.

It was her personal guard, Liu Huo.

A bright smile graced her face, her red dress vivid yet not vulgar: "Everyone, please return to rest. Lady says she appreciates your intentions, but she needs to further consolidate her Zi Shen Jing Immortal Jie."

Naturally, everyone took the advice and departed one by one.

Only Lu Ran remained standing there, looking pitiful: "Must I leave too?"

"Hehe~" Liu Huo revealed a beautiful smile.

Realizing she had been a bit too bold, she quickly lowered her head: "Lady will remain in seclusion for a while longer, Gate Master, you... you..."

"Enough, enough, don't make things difficult for you." Lu Ran waved his hand.

"Thank you, Gate Master." Liu Huo bowed deeply, then turned to enter the cave again.

"By the way." Lu Ran spoke again.

Liu Huo stopped mid-step, turned to look at the young man, and heard him say: "I plan to ask for Wu Sheng's divine weapon, the Xi Meng Sword, to be your personal sword."

Liu Huo felt somewhat puzzled.

Lu Ran continued: "In the next couple of days, Wu Sheng will go out to execute a mission. Whatever he needs to report must be transmitted through this sword.

You are Lady's personal guard, always by both our sides.

This Xi Meng Sword shall be in your keeping."

Liu Huo's heart tightened: "Gate Master, Brother Wu is going on a mission; having an extra divine weapon to protect himself would make him safer..."

She did not know what Wu Sheng was going to do.

In any case, within the perilous Holy Spirit Mountain, an extra divine weapon meant an extra chance of survival.

Suddenly, a clear, cold voice came from behind: "Obey the order."

Liu Huo shivered, turning to look toward the depths of the tunnel.

There she saw Jiangjiang Ruyi, energy surging around her, walking slowly forward.

With every step she took, it was as if she trod upon an invisible lake, ripples of divine power spreading beneath her feet.

Her eyes were brilliant, light swirling within them; the pressure she radiated seemed like a tidal wave crashing down, rushing toward them.

Sea Realm, Second Stage!

Such momentum was largely because Jiangjiang Xianzi had just advanced.

"Lady." Liu Huo's heart twitched violently; she quickly knelt and bowed her head.

Jiangjiang Ruyi's thin lips parted slightly, as if to explain something.

But in the end, she said nothing.

For a Sea Realm powerhouse, especially one who had just advanced and whose divinity had not yet faded, speaking to a Jiang Jing person, or even taking a single step near them, was a form of punishment.

Lu Ran stepped forward to block in front of Liu Huo, shielding the weak creature from Jiangjiang Xianzi's pressure, and asked:

"Didn't you say you would remain in seclusion for a while to consolidate your realm?"

"I just wanted them to leave; I didn't want to talk much." Jiangjiang Ruyi said casually.

"Oh." Lu Ran extended his hand, "Come, let me admire you quickly."

Jiangjiang Ruyi:?

Does he think I'm a little Li Hua?

"Mm." Jiangjiang Ruyi let out a soft cry as someone wrapped an arm around her waist and pulled her into his embrace.

Relying on his own Zi Shen Jing Immortal Jie, Lu Ran boldly examined Lady Jiangjiang Xianzi's eyes, admiring those luminous, flowing orbs.

Truly beautiful~

Jiangjiang Ruyi lightly tapped Lu Ran in dissatisfaction.

Liu Huo was in front, Xuan Shuang behind.

Though both were personal guards, but...

No need for "but" anymore.

Lu Ran pushed his luck, choosing the moment when Jiangjiang Xianzi's pressure was at its peak to kiss her.

Until her somewhat stiff body grew soft.

Lu Ran reached to the side; the Transmission Mirror activated, leading directly to Cloud Sea Residence.

Inside the bedroom,

Behind an exquisitely carved screen, two blurred figures.

From May eighth, when a sunrise-watcher disturbed their affair, to today, June eighth, all matters were perfectly accomplished.

The decadent monarch finally had his wish granted.

The light rain pattered on.

Until late night.

On the bed, Lu Ran held his fiancée, listening to the night rain outside the window, his thoughts drifting far, far away.

Jiangjiang Ruyi lay on her side, resting her head on Lu Ran's arm, her voice soft and sweet:

"Do you plan to move against the Wu Sheng faction?"

"Yes! A few days ago, Cong Long, Meng Yan, and I discussed it..." Lu Ran briefly outlined the plan.

Jiangjiang Ruyi listened for a long time, then praised: "Excellent.

Occupying the Pear Garden Sect from top to bottom will also preserve combat strength to the greatest extent, facilitating our future construction of new cities."

"Hmm, I plan to entrust Wu Xiao's Playful Dream Sword to Liu Huo for safekeeping, and give my Xia Guang Dao to Mr. Cong Long." Lu Ran twirled a strand of her long hair around his finger, playing mischievously.

Double insurance, ensuring smooth communication.

Lu Ran possesses three divine weapons; the Silent Zhan Ye Dao is currently lent to General Qin.

Of the remaining two divine weapons, naturally the Xia Guang Dao is more suitable for executing missions.

The Ba Huang Dao's temperament is too fierce; it easily causes trouble.

Only in Lu Ran's hands can it behave properly.

"Very well." Jiangjiang Ruyi agreed, "First, let them infiltrate secretly and accumulate strength. Before we return to the Human Realm, we should avoid conflicts with powerful enemies as much as possible."

Lu Ran then said, "The main bases of the Yan Zhi clan and the Ghost Talisman Doll clan are not far from Thousand Flower Ridge.

After we send them to Pear Garden Sect, shall we go take a look?"

"Great~" Jiangjiang Ruyi said softly.

From his fiancée's languid voice, Lu Ran heard a trace of fatigue.

He gently kissed the top of her head: "Sleep."

"Mm." Jiangjiang Ruyi nuzzled her cheek against his arm and slowly closed her eyes.

The sound of night rain pattered.

Accompanying the person into dreams.

The next day, during the morning hours.

A floor-to-ceiling mirror opened in Thousand Flower Ridge · River Valley Region.

A group of people filed out one by one.

"Clip-clop-clop"

Horse hooves trod lightly; no flames burned on the hooves, as if fearing to scorch the flowers.

For this outing, there were indeed not as many people as before.

Si Si Xianxian of Jiang Jing · Fourth Stage was left inside the cliff by Jiangjiang Ruyi, ordered to focus solely on cultivation.

The Evil Shadow Guardian kept his promise, lending the cultivation-aiding artifact · Moonlight Tassel Scented Sachet to the Mad Immortal Guardian.

The current Si Si Xianxian is full of motivation.

After all, she only needs to advance one step further to reach the peak of Jiang Jing, and then she can lead everyone to conquer the Hidden Wolf Forest.

Facts prove that having a clear mind is effective.

Yan Yan Shuangzi broke through her shackles immediately after beheading Elder Xing.

Si Si Xianxian also very much wants to replicate this pattern!

With Sister Sister Xian'er not in the team, and General Cai having returned to Misty Rain Lake,

during this period, He He Yingcai has fully absorbed the blessings of Heaven, and her cultivation results are quite gratifying!

General Cai promoted to Sea Realm · Second Stage in February of this year; before parting ways, seeing her high-spirited appearance, it was estimated that promotion to Third Stage was imminent.

Currently, Lu Ran's team consists only of Jiangjiang Ruyi, Deng Deng Yuxiang, Yu Fish Changsheng, Yan Yan Shuangzi, Wu Xiao, and Shangguan Hongfu.

Plus a Shadow Guard squad.

"Shall we go?" Deng Deng Yuxiang still took the lead, her divine steed stepping into mid-air.

"Wait a moment." Lu Ran hurriedly said.

"Mm?" Deng Deng Yuxiang turned her head to look.

"I have summoned someone; let us first send two brave warriors to Pear Garden Sect, then head straight for Phantom Moon Forest."

Phantom Moon Forest, the location of the Yan Zhi clan's main base.

Deng Deng Yuxiang raised an eyebrow slightly: "Did you summon General Qin?"

"Yes, just so everyone can get to know each other." Lu Ran nodded with a smile.

"Whoosh!!"

As soon as the words fell, a surge of energy rose from Lu Ran's body.

Everyone looked up.

They saw a floating formation, based on Lu Ran, open directly above his head.

This formation was circular and semi-transparent, like a 3D topographical map.

Moreover, it was dynamic; mountains stretched endlessly, and rivers flowed ceaselessly within it.

Bizarre yet magnificent.

In the hands of Dust Shadow disciples, black flowers bloom; for the destination/target, what falls is the teleportation formation.

Dust Shadow Divine Art · Cross River Flower!

The teleportation techniques of the Sinful Mirror clan and the Dust Shadow sect each have their strengths.

The Sinful Mirror clan's teleportation mirror is more like a spatial gate.

It can exist continuously, connecting two places indefinitely.

The Divine Art · Cross River Flower is a one-time deal.

But the Cross River Flower can not only teleport to a location, but also leave a mark on a living being, teleporting directly to the target's side.

There is just one point:

The mark left by a Dust Shadow disciple on a living being will gradually dissipate over time.

"Whoosh!!"

On the huge topographical map, another surge of energy erupted.

Right beside Lu Ran, a tall figure descended.

A young man in black clothes, carrying the divine weapon · Silent Zhan Ye Dao on his back, landed steadily.

He clasped his fists and bowed to Lu Ran, apologizing, "Sect Master, I have searched many places these past days, yet still could not find Master Lu."

"No matter, good things take time!" Lu Ran patted Qin Lady Yanzhi's shoulder. "Come, let me introduce you to your comrades-in-arms!"

Under Lu Ran's introduction, Qin Lady Yanzhi met everyone one by one.

As far as the eye could see, it was an endless sea!

Could the one with the lowest cultivation realm possibly be the Sect Master and the Lady, both at Sea Realm Second Stage?

Everyone else must be at least mid-to-high tier of the Sea Realm.

Tsk~

That brave young man wielding the Fangtian Fangtian Huaji must be at the peak of the Sea Realm!

Qin Lady Yanzhi kept his expression unchanged on the surface, but inwardly he whistled in admiration.

Especially that woman riding a jet-black divine steed, standing in midair; she was strikingly beautiful, yet her gaze was exceedingly sharp.

As her gaze swept over, Qin Lady Yanzhi felt as though knives were tearing back and forth across his body.

The climate of Qianhua Ling was pleasant.

Yet Qin Lady Yanzhi's heart was utterly chilled.

This?!

Which evil god is this?

Just her gaze alone could be so terrifying?

The well-traveled disciples of Chenying activated their encyclopedia mode, scouring every sight and sound they had ever witnessed, filtering rapidly.

First-rank Evil God: Blood Skull?

No, too ruthless, lacking the scent of blood.

Second-rank Evil God: Yin-Resentful Tiger?

Also no, too ferocious, lacking the sinister cunning.

The Manchu Wildland Nüba, yet still missing a touch of rampant fury. Ha!

She is the Night Charm!

Deng Deng Yuxiang's expression grew strange; she had intended to intimidate the other party.

But what is up with this young man?

When she looked at him with such a gaze, why did she feel he was slightly excited?

"Pleasure to meet you, pleasure to meet you!" Yu Fish Changsheng stepped forward with a smile. "Sect Master, having Divine General Qin is like adding wings to a tiger."

"I dare not accept such praise." Qin Lady Yanzhi hurriedly expressed humility. When he looked at Yu Fish Changsheng again, it felt as though the sky had cleared.

So, what kind of deity is this one?

The stunningly beautiful demon: Sea Mermaid?

Lu Ran slapped his shoulder: "Divine General Qin, truly a Chenying disciple, an excellent travel blogger indeed!"

"Those big eyes are like cameras, snapping away at people with a click-click!"

Qin Lady Yanzhi: "..."

"Haha!"

"Hehe~" Everyone burst into laughter.

"Let's go, Pear Garden Sect!" Lu Ran urged. "By the way, do not teleport us inside the sect!"

Qin Lady Yanzhi weakly replied, "Sect Master, you said it yourself; I am merely a traveler. I never enter other people's homes..."

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