Chapter 803: Do You Strongly Object?

"The gods' glory is majestic, saving all life from fire and water, granting our human race divine arts to resist demonic invasion."

Yu Changsheng's upper body protruded from the lake surface, gently fanning himself as he spoke eloquently.

Lu Ran's expression turned strange: "Don't joke."

Yu Changsheng:???

Is this how you speak to a Sea Realm powerhouse?

Besides, did I joke?

Lu Ran chuckled: "Master Yu, you're so kind to me, your demonic disciple—even saving me with your own hands."

"I wonder if you truly revere the gods as much as you pretend?"

Yu Changsheng slowly shook his head, not hiding his admiration for Lu Ran: "I'm not kind to demonic disciples—I simply have a certain fondness for you."

Lu Ran pondered: "Because I'm loyal?"

Yu Changsheng gazed at the living, vicious-dog youth before him and smiled without speaking.

Lu Ran thought again, his expression growing slightly more serious: "My companion and I arrived in this realm only recently—no more than half a month. Though brief, it's been enough to reveal one grim truth:"

"This realm is the burial ground of our human race."

Yu Changsheng remained silent, waiting for more.

Lu Ran continued: "Those chosen by the gods and sent into Sacred Spirit Mountain are all strong ones—no exceptions. Even if temporarily weak, they are all individuals of immense potential." 【98】 But Lu Ran's firm stance, the commanding aura he radiated, the unique charisma of a true strong one—

"And the gods' decree, forcing believers to compete for Sacred Spirit Qi, is the root cause of our mutual slaughter."

"The gods are deliberately weakening our human race, allowing no change to the status quo."

Lu Ran lifted his eyes to Yu Changsheng: "The gods use this to maintain their rule—our race is doomed to be slaves for generations."

Yu Changsheng gave no answer, asking instead: "Is this why you fell into the demonic path?"

Lu Ran shook his head: "The gods and demons are in cahoots, both feeding on our blood. Would I join the demons just because I'm disappointed in the gods?"

Yu Changsheng silently nodded.

Lu Ran took a breath: "Master Yu, you must have noticed—I'm nothing like the demonic disciple you imagined."

Yu Changsheng nodded: "Indeed. On you, the Evil Dog demonic art coexists with the Immortal Sheep divine art."

Can a person sign contracts with both the divine and demonic factions simultaneously?

Would the Immortal Sheep and the Evil Dog ever allow such a thing?

Yet Lu Ran had done it.

Lu Ran explained: "I'm not deceiving you, Master Yu—we truly are Immortal Sheep believers."

"We've simply found a path."

Yu Changsheng: "A path?"

Lu Ran turned his gaze toward the lakeshore.

Deng Yuxiang leaned against a large tree, arms crossed, watching the two in the lake.

At Lu Ran's nod, Deng Yuxiang's body surged with energy.

Instantly, she donned a black night-robes and a wide-brimmed hat, her soft, flowing black gauze drifting gently.

Yu Changsheng's eyes narrowed!

The beautiful human woman had transformed into a mysterious Night Phantom.

Lu Ran gazed at the slender-waisted, long-legged, voluptuous Great Nightmare, and sighed inwardly again:

For her to replace the Night Phantom's form—that's a fortune the Night Phantom could never earn in eight lifetimes!

Lu Ran's mood improved: "We've found a unique path."

"She isn't a Night Phantom believer—she merely infiltrated their ranks."

"On this path, as long as we keep slaying Night Phantoms, she grows stronger, assuming their identity."

"Gulps." Yu Changsheng's throat moved.

The man who always remained calm and composed finally cracked.

"Enough." Lu Ran waved his hand.

Deng Yuxiang immediately dispelled the Night Phantom Robe, reverting to her human form.

Only now did Yu Changsheng realize how terrifying this young man's secret truly was!

How shocking!

Lu Ran continued: "We dream of one day growing strong enough to slay the Night Phantom's true form—or even replace that demonic god—thus shattering the balance between divine and demonic factions from within."

"You know, Master Yu, the gods and demons are in cahoots—not one of them is good!"

"They've joined forces to oppress us, feeding on our blood, forcing us to be slaves for eternity—so—"

Yu Changsheng interrupted: "You just said you grow stronger by constantly slaying the Night Phantom race?"

Lu Ran nodded slightly.

Yu Changsheng fell silent.

Such an astonishing revelation was hard to digest.

This woman wasn't a Night Phantom believer—she'd infiltrated their ranks?

And was secretly siphoning the power of the demonic god, Night Phantom?

How… how was this possible?

Had Deng Yuxiang not revealed the demonic art, Night Phantom Robe, Yu Changsheng would never have believed it.

Had Lu Ran and Deng Yuxiang not earlier used the Immortal Sheep divine art, Immortal Hoof, to prove their identity, Yu Changsheng would have dismissed Lu Ran's claims entirely.

But—

All of this had unfolded before his very eyes, shattering Yu Changsheng's worldview!

The lakeside fell utterly silent, save for the whisper of the wind.

Long moments passed before Yu Changsheng looked at Lu Ran: "And you? Have you also found a way to infiltrate the Evil Dog ranks?"

"In a sense, yes."

"The Evil Dogs have no demonic art that lets you carry another person away from battle."

"Master Yu, your foundational knowledge is truly solid!" Lu Ran grinned.

Yu Changsheng had no sense of humor—he simply stared at Lu Ran.

Lu Ran casually waved his hand, summoning an ancient bronze mirror: "As you see, I've also infiltrated the Nijing Demon clan."

Yu Changsheng:!!!

A person cannot hold dual identities as both Immortal Sheep and Evil Dog believer.

Could one hold dual identities as Evil Dog and Nijing Demon believer?

Of course not!

Three sects. Three identities!

Coexist?!!

This… this this this…

Yu Changsheng controlled his expression, striving to maintain the dignity befitting a Sea Realm powerhouse.

He gazed at the bronze mirror and murmured: "Aren't you afraid I'll expose your secret?"

Lu Ran sighed, feigning regret: "What can I do? You caught me! Alas, I was too eager—I shouldn't have barked at you like a dog."

"But Master Yu, I truly wish to befriend you!"

Lu Ran paused, his eyes utterly sincere: "You're the first person in Sacred Spirit Mountain who showed me kindness."

"You're a Sea Realm powerhouse—yet you didn't seek to eliminate me as a rival, kill me, and steal my treasures!"

"You've repeatedly warned me, advised me not to trust others—you're truly a benevolent Long Li believer."

Yu Changsheng suddenly spoke: "Stop flattering me. Tell the truth."

Lu Ran hesitated, then shrugged: "This realm is vast and distant—believers can't contact their gods. You can't report this to the god Long Li."

"Only the gods?" Yu Changsheng mused. "So you're not worried I'll tell other factions your secret?"

Lu Ran smiled: "Don't joke."

Yu Changsheng:???

Why is he saying that again?

Where did I joke… wait, am I dating you?

Lu Ran was serious: "Master Yu, we're on the same side! And the god you worship is one of the true culprits oppressing our human race!"

"I trust your character."

"Our race is doomed to eternal slavery. Now, someone wants to change that. Whether you join me or stay out of it, at least—"

Lu Ran's dark eyes locked onto Yu Changsheng's: "At least, you won't be a traitor to your own people."

The words hung in the air. The lakeside fell silent once more.

The two men in the lake gazed at each other—the handsome white-robed young lord's beauty utterly eclipsing Lu Ran's.

Yet Deng Yuxiang's gaze never left Lu Ran.

She had long accepted that the boy had grown up.

But Lu Ran's resolute stance, the commanding presence he exuded, the unique charisma of a true powerhouse—

Still filled Deng Yuxiang's eyes with admiration.

She didn't just admire him—she felt pride.

"The precise term," Yu Changsheng suddenly said, "is 'human traitor.'"

"Ah, something like that." Lu Ran nodded with a smile.

"Indeed, it won't." Yu Changsheng gazed at Lu Ran's "vibrant" face, his heart rippling with waves.

He had assumed Lu Ran had just arrived in this world, so he was still alive—for now, his heart had not yet died.

He never imagined Lu Ran was still alive because he carried hope, harboring an immense and grand vision.

It was a ambition to overthrow the entire world!

More terrifying still, though countless beings possessed ambition and determination, none matched it with equal power.

But this young man? He had extraordinary means!

So… should I send him on his way?

Lu Ran invited: "Mr. Yu, would you be interested in joining us?"

Yu Changsheng suddenly asked: "Does your revered Lord Xianyang know you intend to rebel?"

Lu Ran smiled: "If I told you it was the Divine Lord himself who led me to rebel, would you believe me?"

To his surprise, Yu Changsheng nodded.

That's right!

The "special path" Lu Ran spoke of must be the one the Divine Lord had shown him.

Otherwise, with countless believers in the world, why should Lu Ran possess such power?

Thinking of this, Yu Changsheng felt a faint thrill.

The Divine Lord's camp was certainly not a unified bloc.

Could this ninth-rank deity, Lord Xianyang—lowest in rank, known for weakness and timidity—want to reshuffle the deck?

Want to alter the balance, redistribute the gains?

Yu Changsheng toyed with his paper fan, a faint smile on his lips: "Are you certain your Divine Lord isn't manipulating you for his own ends?"

Lu Ran said gravely: "I have my own judgment, and that's a separate matter."

No matter what motives Lord Xianyang held, their goals aligned perfectly with Lu Ran's.

All along, Lord Xianyang had shown Lu Ran countless kindnesses—he remembered them all.

Even if we step back a hundred thousand steps:

Even from the standpoint of repaying gratitude, Lu Ran must walk this path alongside Lord Xianyang, unwaveringly!

"Mm." This was the first time Yu Changsheng sensed Lu Ran's inner resistance.

He let the topic drop, deciding to gradually approach him later, subtly influencing him.

Yu Changsheng fell silent for a moment, then said: "Let's suppose—you actually kill the true form of Yemeng. Then what?"

Lu Ran shook his head: "That's too far off, Mr. Yu. We're still on the road, with only one firm goal—to change humanity's survival structure."

Right now, I only have one next step: to strike at Yemeng Lake!

My Great Nightmare is starving for it!"

Deng Yu frowned slightly, displeased: "Watch your wording."

Lu Ran pouted, equally unhappy: "My Great Nightmare is starving for it!"

Deng Yu:???

What wording needs watching?

Did I ask you to drop "my"?

Lu Ran had already turned to Yu Changsheng: "The two of us went there a few days ago and got beaten black and blue—if you joined us—"

"Fine." Yu Changsheng nodded with a smile.

Lu Ran's eyes lit up: "Really? Mr. Yu, you're joining us to build something great?"

Yu Changsheng gracefully unfurled his fan, gently fanning himself: "I'll accompany you to Yemeng Lake first. As for building something great—"

He looked at Lu Ran's eager expression and smiled: "We'll see."

Lu Ran muttered under his breath: "A 37-degree mouth, how can it say something so cold? Have you been taking too many cold showers?"

Yu Changsheng:???

"Cough." Deng Yu cleared her throat lightly.

Lu Ran instantly changed his expression, smiling at Yu Changsheng: "Alright, Mr. Yu, let's form a small team first.

I guarantee we won't let you down!"

Yu Changsheng looked at the earnest Lu Ran and felt he was so vivid, so radiant.

Completely opposite to himself!

This was a man who still held hope.

A man with ambition, with a firm goal.

A man… truly alive.

"BOOM!!"

A thunderous sound suddenly erupted from high above.

Yu Changsheng looked up at the heavens.

What,

do you oppose it?

Yu Changsheng's smile grew even deeper.

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