Regarding extracting plastic bags, Lu Ran was undoubtedly an expert.

He directly breached Lang Zhixuan's defenses...

Everyone had finished registering, while Lang Zhixuan was still muttering "High school, high school" under his breath.

Qiao Yuansi couldn't stop laughing, and couldn't help but pat Lu Ran: "Don't break Lang bro!"

Lu Ran twitched his mouth in response, "I see you're pretty indulgent with your laughter, huh?"

Following the team, Lu Ran asked softly, "Do you know him?"

"Yeah, yeah." Qiao Yuansi wrapped her arm around Lu Ran's, "Aren't there three of us in our team? Brother Lang once led us.

He's an East Thunder believer, and when he fights Evil Demons, it's all smash and bash, super fierce!"

Second-class God·East Thunder believer?

Lu Ran's heart stirred; this believer had great self-restraint!

Because among the East Thunder faction, there was a Divine Technique·Thunderclap!

This was a Battle Roar technique, capable of causing dizziness or even stupor in those who hear it.

And Lu Ran often used Evil Technique·Evil Sense, which, while making him keen of hearing and sight, also made him doubly vulnerable when facing East Thunder believers!

In battle, especially when fighting the Night Charm Clan, any hesitation could be fatal!

No, he had to speak to this brother later; Battle Roar must not be used.

As he pondered, the group descended around the stone pillars and entered the Night Charm Demon Cave.

"Whoa?"

The night wind swept through, causing Lu Ran's hair to dance wildly.

Lu Ran stared up at the night sky, his face filled with amazement.

The moon?! It looked so much like the moon, just as bright and clear, casting down patches of silvery light.

The scenery in the Night Charm Demon Cave was quite pleasing to the eye; looking around, there were continuous undulating hills, and the trees had dense branches and lush leaves—it looked very dangerous!

Looking down, Lu Ran saw a grand stone city.

High walls and numerous towers—an impressively tight defense!

As soon as everyone had descended from the stone pillar, they met a middle-aged female soldier.

"Just you five?" The soldier scanned the group.

Lang Zhixuan immediately said, "Sister Zhang, I'm with them."

The soldier nodded, handing out headlamps and invisible earpieces: "My name is Zhang Ya, and I will be leading your training journey.

For the next week, I will accompany you throughout."

Guan Yiren didn't want too many people, but the military still arranged for a soldier to be part of the small team.

Zhang Ya, over forty and looking capable, clearly had plenty of experience.

She continued, "Since you are qualified to be here, it means you have some strength.

I've led many talented youths like yourselves before, and casualties were inevitable."

Zhang Ya didn't mince words, her gaze sweeping over the group: "I do not believe they died under the Night Charm blades."

During her talk, Zhang Ya's eyes turned towards Guan Yiren, her target clear:

"I believe they died due to their pride and arrogance."

Guan Yiren remained silent, looking emotionlessly at the soldier.

Zhang Ya suddenly turned to look at Lu Ran.

Qiao Yuansi immediately hugged Lu Ran tighter, finding this auntie very strict.

Zhang Ya emphasized, "Focus on your training; this is not a place for romance!"

Lu Ran: "This is my little sister."

Hearing this, Zhang Ya's expression softened a bit: "Take good care of her."

Lu Ran: "..."

Your attitude sure changes fast, wow!

Zhang Ya looked at the three youths: "Are you three protecting them?"

Niu Zhengzheng scratched his head; did he really look that old?

Xiao Yusong: "Dust Shadow Believer, River Realm Fifth Stage."

Lang Zhixuan: "East Thunder believer, River Realm Fifth Stage."

Zhang Ya nodded and introduced herself: "Biwu Believer, River Realm Second Stage."

River Realm!

And Second Stage?

Lu Ran was secretly astounded; this middle-aged female soldier was this powerful?

For these young masters and mistresses from the capital, the military's protective measures were really high!

You see, Biwu is only a Sixth-class God.

The believers it recruited were generally not of high aptitude, so one could imagine their strength.

Probably only in large cities or extremely dangerous Demon Caves would one encounter such high-level Biwu Believers!

Zhang Ya turned to Niu Zhengzheng: "And you?"

"I'm a West Desolation believer, River Realm First Stage." Niu Zhengzheng moved closer to Lu Ran's side, distancing himself from the two brothers.

Zhang Ya cleared her throat before saying, "All of you have had encounters with the Night Charm Clan, right?"

"Yes!"

"Yep," everyone responded.

"Good, then I don't need to stress the horror of the Night Charm Clan." Zhang Ya turned and walked away.

The group quickly followed.

Zhang Ya continued, "Lately, many teams have been moving north to carry out tasks; it's relatively safe over here."

Lu Ran took the opportunity to approach Lang Zhixuan and whispered, "Brother Lang?"

"What's up?" Lang Zhixuan looked at Lu Ran curiously.

Lu Ran apologized, "I have especially sensitive ears, a bit of a gift in that area.

During combat, could you use the Battle Roar techniques as little as possible?

Or at least be farther from me when you release Thunder Shock?"

But Lang Zhixuan was firm: "Xiao and I are here to protect you. If you can handle things, I won't intervene.

But if you can't withstand it, I'll have to do my utmost to save you."

Xiao Yusong looked at Lu Ran, expecting him to say something.

Instead, Lu Ran nodded earnestly: "Of course!"

"Of course?" Lang Zhixuan was quite surprised.

After all, Lu Ran was among the first selected for 'Heavenly Pride', almost like having been stamped with approval by Da Xia!

Considering his young age and such accomplishments, he should have some pride.

Who would've thought the kid was so easy to talk to?

"Saving lives is, of course, what's right," Lu Ran said with a smile, nodding, "If I don't need you to take action, isn't that enough?"

Lang Zhixuan: "..."

Xiao Yusong couldn't help but laugh out loud: "Hahaha!"

He too thought Lu Ran was quite amenable.

But this was arrogance of a whole new level?!

Lang Zhixuan looked ill at ease, holding on to Lu Ran's shoulder: "Kid, are you daring to say this in the Night Charm Demon Cave? Aren't you afraid of being proven wrong?"

"Human lives are of utmost importance; what's a bit of face?" Lu Ran shook his head, "I'm just setting a goal for myself and doing my best."

Lang Zhixuan watched Lu Ran with a weird expression, then looked towards Xiao Yusong: "Interesting, huh?"

Ahead, Zhang Ya nodded in approval at the conversation.

As the team approached the north gate, she asked, "Who is the commander of your team?"

"Me!" Qiao Yuansi immediately raised her hand.

Zhang Ya nodded: "During the training, I will let you fight on your own as much as possible.

But if I give an order, you must obey unconditionally!

Otherwise, I will immediately expel you from the realm. Understood?"

"Understood!"

"Clear!"

"Move out." Zhang Ya led the group to pass through a small gate at the base of the city wall, exiting the city.

The path outside the city was sparsely lit by torches—not meant for training students but rather for guidance.

It's worth mentioning that although the Demon Cave was enshrouded in darkness, visibility was high!

It was like a clear, unpolluted moonlit night in the countryside.

Though the group wore headlamps, they hardly needed them.

"Okay, you take over," Zhang Ya indicated to Qiao Yuansi.

Qiao Yuansi immediately ordered, "Bullhead, you go ahead, ready to use Divine Technique·Western Wilderness Body at any moment!

If anything goes south, activate it immediately; don't get taken out in one hit by Night Charm!"

"Can't do it!" Niu Zhengzheng, gripping his large axe, proceeded forward.

"I'll walk in the middle with Sister Yiren." Qiao Yuansi picked up an eight-sided lantern, looking at Lu Ran, "Bro, don't go jungling, okay?

It's too dangerous out here, I'd be worried if you went out on your own."

"Sure." Lu Ran nodded; given Zhang Ya's strictness as the team leader, he wouldn't possibly let a team member leave the group.

Guan Yiren spoke, "You follow after Bullhead and report if you see anything."

"No problem." Lu Ran immediately moved forward.

Lu Ran knew full well that Guan Yiren selected him for his ability to gather information.

To make sure he could train in such special Demon Caves in the future, Lu Ran would need to perform well.

"Yuansi, there's a forest up ahead," Niu Zhengzheng called out.

Under the moonlight, the forest was silent, which felt disconcerting.

"It's fine." Qiao Yuansi waved her hand confidently, "My brother is right behind you!"

"Alright!" Niu Zhengzheng hefted his axe and stepped into the forest, "Ran bro, call out if there's anything!"

"Rest assured." Lu Ran said solemnly, quickly unraveling fabric to pull out his twin blades.

Whether the Night Charm Evil Sculpture can advance to River Realm or not will be seen in the next seven days!

"Hurry up, hurry up!" Lu Ran urged, "Stride forward with confidence!"

The babysitting Evil Demon for the weasel was already waving at me!

Niu Zhengzheng: "..."

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