Summit of the Old Gods

That night, Lu Ran followed He Qifeng to her residence on Wuji Peak.

It was considered identifying the family gate.

The Wind Emperor specially left an empty room for Lu Ran to facilitate his teleportation back and forth in the future. After that, Lu Ran returned to the Cloud Sea Cliff.

Indeed, there was heavy mist on Wuji Peak, but over at Cloud Sea Cliff, the Evil Shadow Guardian was also advancing.

Lu Ran naturally had to prioritize his old dwelling.

Advancing from Sea Realm Peak to Heavenly Realm requires quite a long time. It took Yun Qianzhou, the Alliance Hierarch, nearly a month to step into the Heavenly Realm.

This gave Lu Ran ample preparation time.

Time quickly passed, arriving at October 10th.

The endless mist finally dispersed, and Lu Ran, who had been arduously cultivating, finally awaited his personal Great Protector.

It was afternoon, and a thick cloud sea shrouded the sky, causing a sense of oppression.

"Swish~"

Accompanied by faint energy fluctuations, a Charm Shadow appeared at the edge of the sea cliff.

Yan Shuangzi's energy surged, the radiance in her eyes had yet to dissipate, and her beautiful eyes locked on the familiar figure at the cliff.

He was indeed here.

The Charm Shadow flashed again, appearing behind the young man in the Emperor Robe, kneeling and bowing her head: "Master."

"Shuangzi is back!" The young man's gentle voice clearly carried a hint of joy.

In Yan Shuangzi's heart, a faint joy also welled up.

She had grown accustomed to being by his side.

Having parted for nine days now, he seemed to miss her a little.

"Blazing Phoenix." Yan Shuangzi extended a hand forward, and the Treasure Gourd automatically flew up, bypassing Lu Ran and nestling into his embrace.

"Clap~" Lu Ran patted the chubby Treasure Gourd.

Although the appearance of the Fiery Phoenix Patterned Gourd hadn't changed, for some reason, Lu Ran always imagined Little Chi Feng's belly full from eating.

"Buzz~" Little Chi Feng remained silent, persistently burrowing into Lu Ran's arms.

He massaged the Treasure Gourd, turning to look behind him: "Congratulations, Sea Realm Second Rank."

"Yes." Yan Shuangzi responded softly.

Since binding with the Evil Sculpture, she no longer had any talent limit.

Since following Lu Ran, her Dao Heart did not experience confusion anymore.

The advancement others lust after came naturally to her.

"Click! Click!"

The Divine Weapons that patrolled the cliffs flew back, automatically sheathing with a resounding clang as their master pulled aside their robes.

Lu Ran gripped the Silent Night Blade returning last, directing it at Yan Shuangzi, elevating her chin with the blade tip slightly.

Yan Shuangzi: "..."

Just as Lu Ran expected, he saw a pair of brilliant eyes.

The more he looked, the happier he became.

Lord Guardian is truly becoming more and more respectable!

Not only is she Sea Realm Second Rank, but she also shed her past dullness, like a pearl wiped of dust, dazzling in splendor.

Yan Shuangzi quietly lowered her eyelids, her previously stiff face softening a bit.

"Wonderful." Lu Ran contentedly sheathed his blade, "Come, keep me company as I chat with Elder Lu."

Upon finishing his words, his figure vanished in a flash.

Before leaving, Yan Shuangzi turned to look at the mountain forest behind: "You can all go back and rest."

The lush forest showed no sign of movement, as though no one had ever been there.

When Yan Shuangzi arrived, she saw Lu Ran standing outside Elder Lu Yuan's small courtyard, calling loudly: "Is Elder Lu home?"

Shortly after, an elderly man in a gray robe emerged from inside, holding a brush: "Sect Master, please."

Only then did Lu Ran enter the courtyard: "Is Elder Lu writing?"

Lu Yuan chuckled: "The mist just cleared, and my hand itched for a moment."

"Oh, then I'll say what I need to quickly, so as not to interrupt Elder Lu's practice." Lu Ran immediately paused his steps.

Lu Yuan questioned: "What brings the Sect Master to seek me out?"

"It's like this, the Peak Master of Wuji Peak is advancing, and in about twenty days or so, should be able to ascend to the Heavenly Realm..."

With Lu Ran's explanation, Lu Yuan's expression grew solemn.

Being a Heavenly Realm Disciple of Dust Shadow, he indeed had free rein in Holy Spirit Mountain.

However, the Heavenly Realm Disciple of the Martial Monk Faction is by no means easily handled!

The powerful output of the Martial Monk Faction is indeed witnessed by the world; once Master Tufeng emerges, he will be invincible!

If Lu Yuan isn't careful, he could meet a tragic end.

Lu Ran meticulously observed Lu Yuan's expression, probing: "Elder Lu is somewhat troubled?"

"Not troubled!" Lu Yuan shook his head resolutely, "The Sect Master commands, and I'm obliged to do my utmost."

Lu Ran earnestly said: "Elder Lu, do express any concerns you may have."

"Hmm..." Lu Yuan pondered briefly before voicing his considerations.

After thinking for a moment, Lu Ran spoke: "The Martial Monk Faction is indeed powerful, but somewhat lacking in mobility. Although I can't overpower it, I can use the Instant Teleportation Technique to maneuver around.

On the day Master Tufeng emerges, I'll first store Elder Lu inside the Fiery Phoenix Patterned Gourd to hide you from sight."

Pausing briefly, Lu Ran continued: "If it's truly necessary, I will find an opportunity, when Master Tufeng activates the Dharma Protector Golden Body and cannot move, to release you and activate the Other Shore Flower.

If there isn't a need, I will trouble Elder Lu to stay inside my gourd for a while, just for my peace of mind."

Watching the composed yet analytical young sect master, Lu Yuan nodded subtly.

In just a few seconds, coming up with such a plan was indeed remarkable.

He immediately said in a heavy tone: "I appreciate the Sect Master's understanding!"

Lu Yuan does not deny it; he has become more and more cautious about his life.

After Lu Ran brought back news of his wife and daughter, he was no longer that old skeleton waiting to die!

He hopes one day to return to the human world and reunite with his family.

When a person has anticipation, they also have concerns.

"I came to ask for Elder Lu's help," Lu Ran waved his hand, "then I won't disturb Senior Lu. Please don't leave Cloud Sea Cliff anytime soon."

"Sect Leader, come inside and sit down, this old man..."

"No, no," Lu Ran pointed to his temple, "someone's been calling me, for quite a while."

Lu Yuan couldn't help but shake his head with a smile: "Then this old man won't keep the Sect Leader."

The youth before him is a divine being.

A deity that can respond to those who worship and pray to him.

Lu Ran walked toward the courtyard, exploring within the spiritual world, and couldn't help but feel curious.

Why is she looking for him?

Lu Ran connected spiritually with the Ash God Sculpture, puzzled: [Luo Divine General?]

[Sect Leader, are you at the cliff?]

[Just about to return to Cloud Sea Residence, what's going on?]

[Then I'll wait for you at Cloud Sea Residence...] Before Luo Ying's voice transmission was complete, Lu Ran had already instant teleported to the small courtyard of Cloud Sea Residence.

"Sect Leader!" Luo Ying held the Golden Law Bow in one hand, kneeling on one knee.

"For what purpose has Luo Divine General come?" Lu Ran was even more curious and quickly stepped forward to help her up.

Luo Ying appeared apologetic: "Sect Leader, when do you plan to conquer Jingxian Island?"

Lu Ran understood and looked at the golden Hunting Bow in her hand: "It can't wait, can it?"

Yan Shuangzi's promotion had clearly postponed many matters, and now that Cloud Sea Cliff had regained its peace, the Golden Law Bow was understandably restless.

Luo Ying felt a bit ashamed and nodded lightly.

As the Master of Divine Weapon, she should control this weapon well.

However, the Golden Law Bow was too eager, and Luo Ying wasn't good at suppressing it continuously, as it was very unfavorable to the harmony between weapon and master.

Luo Ying softly said: "The Golden Law Bow indeed wants to judge the Jingxian Sect."

"Judge..."

Luo Ying immediately replied: "The Golden Law Bow has stayed on the island long enough, and has interacted with Ash disciples and Yan Qing's disciples quite a lot, with very clear targets!"

Are there targets?

Lu Ran's gaze fixed on the Golden Law Bow for a moment, which was unexpected.

Now that the Pear Garden issue was resolved, and Jade-faced Snake Evil Sculpture had reached the Sea Realm Third Rank, he no longer needed to go to the Glazed Realm. Wuji Peak's Tufeng Master would need at least half a month to come out of seclusion.

Taking advantage of the current time, Ran Sect could spare a day or half a day to take down Jingxian Island Sect, and it wouldn't be impossible.

Thinking in his heart, Lu Ran spoke: "We haven't rested or slept for many days, we should have a good rest..."

Luo Ying's heart sank instantly.

But unexpectedly, Lu Ran continued: "In these two days, I'll lead you to campaign against Jingxian Island, what does Luo Divine General think?"

Luo Ying felt both laughing and crying.

The Sect Leader is indeed extreme, truly an industrious master. The so-called "good rest" was really just a sleep...

"Buzz!!" The Golden Law Bow trembled violently.

Luo Ying immediately said: "Thank you, Sect Leader, for fulfilling our wishes!"

Lu Ran smiled and said: "From now on, you and the Xun Luo couple shall jointly lead Jingxian Island Sect and correspond with the Pear Garden Sect of Martial Emperor, developing and cooperating hand in hand, how about it?"

Luo Ying was a bit surprised.

The Sect Leader wants to send her out to be a leader of a sect like Wu Xiao?

"Does Luo Divine General have other considerations?" Lu Ran immediately thought of her two children.

At a time when the sect was not stable, taking the children to live on the island was indeed not appropriate.

Luo Ying then came to her senses and responded crisply: "As you command!"

Looking at the young mother, Lu Ran also calculated a bit in his heart and said tentatively: "Hmm, you may go back first and rest well."

"Yes." Luo Ying received the order and left.

Lu Ran watched Luo Divine General's back for a long time before turning to look behind him.

At some point, Jiang Fairy had already been standing at the door of the house, quietly watching him.

"Long time no see!" Lu Ran said with a smile.

Though both were on Cloud Sea Cliff, in the past nine days, the fog on the cliff was so dense that people couldn't see each other.

Lu Ran always practiced and guarded at the edge of the cliff, and indeed they hadn't seen each other for a long time.

Jiang Ruyi gave Lu Ran a light look, the tail of the phoenix robe suddenly moved without wind.

Lu Ran was puzzled.

Jiang Ruyi raised her hands, indicating the prestigious phoenix robe she wore: "I will temporarily lend this Phoenix儀九霄 Robe to Luo Divine General. Most disciples on Jingxian Island will bow down to her, won't they?"

Lu Ran couldn't help but blink.

Eh? You could say that!

Luo Ying is also an extraordinarily powerful Ash disciple!

She holds Feng Zhihuan's Golden Crow Weeping Blood Bow (Golden Law Bow) and wears Feng Zhihuan's Phoenix儀九霄 Robe...

If you borrow the divine weapons of Leng Xushuang and Tian Tian for Luo Divine General, equip her fully!

In this way, disciples on Jingxian Island would be utterly perplexed, wouldn't they?

Disappeared for more than half a month, the master of Phoenix Island finally returned to the sect!

Hmm, just with a different face...

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