At the sea cliff, within the hidden cavern.

Lu Ran sat leaning against the cave entrance, gazing into the vast night as he recounted his observations.

The story of a family of four left everyone with complex emotions.

Deng Yuxiang leaned against the wall and spoke softly, "No wonder that man thanked us for eradicating the menace; he has family in this realm."

"Eradicating the..." Lu Ran's voice trailed off, holding his head with a hand.

The Mo Li Evil Sculpture had finally upgraded!

Jiang Realm·Fifth Rank!

What startled Lu Ran was that the sculpture showed no sign of stopping its vibration, as if it planned to upgrade further?

Was it aiming for the Sea Realm?

Lu Ran grinned broadly, overjoyed!

Who would have thought, in his life, his first Sea Realm Evil Sculpture would be a Mo Li?

This Sea Realm Great Demon must have been stirring up trouble in this realm for a long time, collecting a lot of Holy Spirit Energy.

In the end, it all served as a wedding dress for Lu Ran!

How satisfying~

"Before you and Cong Long returned to the beach, that person expressed his gratitude to us." Deng Yuxiang explained, noticing Lu Ran's ever-changing expression, and immediately making her move.

With the tenderness of her previous move, this time she hesitated not, gently kneeling behind Lu Ran, her actions quite skillful.

Lu Ran closed his eyes, feeling the cool fingertips by his temples...

She really is so gentle~

Is this still the Big Nightmare?

If Deng Yutang saw this, wouldn't his eyes pop out?

Yu Changsheng watched this scene, patiently waiting.

Until the furrows between Lu Ran's brows gradually smoothed, he asked, "Sect Leader, what realm is the opponent's wife at, and which god is she a believer of?"

Lu Ran: "I'm not sure, I can guess that she isn't weak, and she likely isn't a disciple of Yan Qing."

After all, Lu Ran had seen the woman's face clearly.

She shouldn't have the Divine Technique·Clear Water Eyes, otherwise, she would have noticed Lu Ran.

Yu Changsheng pondered for a moment, saying, "Sect Leader, this couple might have arranged for you to be away, then move their home overnight and not meet tomorrow."

Lu Ran asked, "What's more likely?"

Yu Changsheng contemplated and said, "They will meet tomorrow as agreed. This matter may not end well."

"What do you mean?" Lu Ran turned to look at his strategist.

"Don't move." Deng Yuxiang reprimanded softly, turning his head back.

Lu Ran: "..."

How dare a technician get angry at a customer?

Hmm... fine, I didn't pay.

Yu Changsheng's face turned serious, "Sect Leader's existence has threatened their very foundation!"

The cavern fell silent.

Yu Changsheng: "Even if the Sect Leader doesn't mean to harm them, you know their secret.

For the vast majority of parents, their children are their Achilles' heel!

Your existence every day risks exposing information, and if others learn about it, it equates to holding the couple's lifeline."

Lu Ran's expression darkened.

He wanted to consider some things but it felt like there was an electric toothbrush inside his head.

It was very distracting!

Now, with Cong Long's point, Lu Ran naturally realized the issue.

Yu Changsheng looked at Lu Ran: "In this Holy Spirit Mountain Realm, humanity is what should not be trusted! Does the Sect Leader believe this couple will allow you to live?"

Deng Yuxiang gently massaged Lu Ran's temples; upon hearing this, her fingertips applied slightly more pressure.

Yu Changsheng sighed, "The Sect Leader also mentioned their child is already five or six years old.

Given that the child could safely grow to this age, this couple must be extremely cautious and decisive!

Meeting tomorrow, they should do everything in their power to eliminate potential risks."

Lu Ran exhaled a word: "I."

Yu Changsheng: "All four of us."

Lu Ran was silent for a moment, then inquired, "Does Mr. Cong Long think we should keep our meeting tomorrow?"

Yu Changsheng played with his paper fan, his eyes flickering.

Indeed, the children are a good point of entry, a direct grasp on the couple's lifeline.

However, Lu Ran might not agree with such means.

In Yu Changsheng's eyes, Lu Ran was still young, relatively upright.

Lu Ran has ambition, and capability.

Reckless for big things, if fortune favors him, could become a hero of sorts.

But not a tyrant.

"Swoosh~"

Yu Changsheng opened the fan, gently waving it, "The child is a very good entry point."

Lu Ran remained silent, waiting for more.

Yu Changsheng spoke slowly, "This couple can protect the child for a moment, but they can't protect them for a lifetime.

The Holy Spirit Mountain Realm is isolated from the world.

Children born in this realm cannot naturally receive divine favor!"

Lu Ran caught on quickly, already understanding Yu Changsheng's strategy.

Indeed, these two children can only remain ordinary people, in this dangerous and cruel world, their fragile lives could end at any moment!

Yu Changsheng looked directly at Lu Ran, "In this Holy Spirit Mountain Realm...

The Sect Leader is the only god!"

Lu Ran nodded, "Yes, I can make contracts with the children, giving them the qualifications to cultivate Divine Power, bestowing them with corresponding skills.

For the sake of their children's growth and lives, the couple will not only refrain from harming me but will desperately protect me."

Yu Changsheng gently waved his paper fan, exuding a sense of strategic mastery, "Exactly so!

Sect Leader, let me go alone tomorrow to negotiate!

If they aren't willing, so be it, we'll part ways forever after.

If they are willing, we must assess their character thoroughly."

Lu Ran looked at his strategist with genuine gratitude, "Thank you for the guidance, much obliged."

Lu Ran did not refuse Yu Changsheng's voluntary offer.

The Dragon Carp Sect is not only known for healing but also for their agility!

Leaving a small Dragon Carp in the cave, Yu Changsheng can relocate and teleport back anytime.

Unfortunately, the mortal enemy of the Dragon Carp Sect, the Mo Li Clan, lacks such life-saving skills.

"It's my duty, no need for thanks." Yu Changsheng smiled and nodded.

Lu Ran closed his eyes, feeling immensely fortunate to have encountered Yu Changsheng.

However, he wasn't aware that Deng Yuxiang, Yu Changsheng, and Jing Hong shared the same sentiment towards Lu Ran.

Encountering Lu Ran...

A blessing indeed!

As waves crashed against the shore and night turned to day.

When the sky became bright in the early hours, a smile finally appeared on Lu Ran's face.

A smile of joy, a smile of relief.

The Mo Li Evil Sculpture's upgrade succeeded!

Sea Realm·First Rank!

Lu Ran could now create Jiang Realm Mo Li minions!

However, the demons from the sea are surprisingly large.

If Lu Ran recalled correctly, a Jiang Realm Mo Li measured about 300 meters, and upon reaching the Sea Realm, it swelled to 800 meters!

Of course, the larger the size, the more noticeable it becomes, with a greater area to be attacked.

For ordinary people and human cities, the sea demons are undoubtedly a nightmare presence.

But Lu Ran's opponents were demons!

He couldn't even imagine bringing a Jiang Realm Mo Li to tackle the Night Charm Lake, the consequences would be...

The Mo Li would be shredded instantly?

However, he could use the Mo Li's large size to draw forces, diverting the tiger from the mountain?

Lu Ran turned to the side, seeing Deng Yuxiang leaning against the stone wall, napping with her eyes closed.

Her sleep was not deep; as Lu Ran looked, she opened her eyes too.

"Finally, I can sleep peacefully." Lu Ran said with a smile.

"Yes, go ahead." Deng Yuxiang responded immediately.

Inside the cavern, Jing Hong also woke up, immediately heading to the entrance to take her guard duty.

Lu Ran and Deng did not refuse.

Lu Ran walked into the cave, not at all like a master, and collapsed straight to the ground.

As for Yu Changsheng, he had already left the cavern yesterday after setting the plan, aiming to hide in the sea before the meeting.

To avoid any ambush.

Lu Ran slept in a deep slumber.

Only awaking in the afternoon.

By then, Yu Changsheng had returned to the cave, sitting cross-legged beside him.

"Awake?" Deng Yuxiang's voice came from beside.

"Ah." Lu Ran sat up.

Deng Yuxiang waved her wrist, indicating with an ancient copper coin, "Want some grilled fish? I caught three."

This Rebirth Money was merely a Magic Artifact Fragment, able to host at most three Dead Souls.

Deng Yuxiang's words were somewhat indirect, reminding Lu Ran to absorb the Dead Souls.

"Sure, thank you!" Lu Ran smiled at Deng Yuxiang.

Deng Yuxiang also smiled at Lu Ran, with a subtle thought, energy surged from her wrist.

In a dimension not visible to her, the Rebirth Money released three Mo Li Dead Souls one by one.

Lu Ran looked over at Yu Changsheng, who evidently had been waiting for some time.

"Mr. Cong Long?"

Yu Changsheng promptly said, "They are very interested and eager to acquaint with the Sect Leader."

"Oh." Lu Ran responded, not surprised by the result, "Tell me about them."

Yu Changsheng reported, "The man's name is Xun Yifei, 31, Sea Realm Second Rank, a follower of Yan Qing.

His wife's name is Luo Ying, 29, Sea Realm Fourth Rank, a follower of Ash."

"Wow~" Lu Ran grinned.

Two Sea Realm Great Powers?

The gentle and elegant woman was a believer under the Second-class God·Ash?

The South Sea Bow among the Four Generals?

Lu Ran could not help but think of his high school classmate, and briefly teammate—Class President Wu Shanshan.

In a trance, Lu Ran felt as if it was a different world.

He graduated in the summer of 2019, and now, human seasons should imply spring of 2020.

It hasn't even been a year since high school graduation!

Why does it feel like Wu Shanshan, Kou Yingquan, and his classmate Ma Tianchuan from high school, were such distant existences?

Hmm... this life, damn it's been exciting!

One year like ten.

Lu Ran calmed his mind before asking, "What does Mr. Cong Long think about them? Suitable to join our Ran Sect?"

Two Sea Realm Great Powers!

And skilled in naval battles, filling a huge gap in the Ran Sect!

To say Lu Ran wasn't tempted would be a complete lie.

Yu Changsheng softly said, "It's just one meeting, can't know much, but their love for their child is genuine.

Additionally, our proposal is rather shocking; the couple wishes for us to provide corresponding proof."

Lu Ran: "I can cast some Evil Technique in front of them."

Yu Changsheng shook his head, "No, they proposed signing a contract with you."

"Huh?" Lu Ran questioned, "Their kids are so young, they can't handle it, can't sign now!"

Yu Changsheng sighed, "Xun Yifei intends to voluntarily sever his contract with the Divine·Yan Qing.

Henceforth, revere you."

Lu Ran's mouth hung slightly open, "To verify in such a way? Xun Yifei is a servant of the divine, the weaker side!

If he tears the contract, he'll face severe backlash!"

Yu Changsheng nodded to confirm, "That's the couple's only request."

Lu Ran stared in disbelief, processing it for a while, "If I really am a fraud, wouldn't that make Xun Yifei crippled?"

Yu Changsheng: "They are not reckless. The Sect Leader will have to show corresponding ability; only then will he sever the contract, for final verification."

Lu Ran fell silent.

He saw it, this couple's love for their child truly wasn't feigned.

No, he had to persuade them carefully!

A grand Sea Realm Great Power, joining my Ran Sect only to fall back to the Jiang Realm...

Wouldn't that be a huge loss for me?

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