That night, Lu Ran and He Qifeng had a candid conversation, discussing for a long time.

The two clarified their goals, planning the development of their subordinate forces.

When He Qifeng heard that a Feixian Hall had already been built within the Cloud Sea Cliff, and that believers were worshiping the statues of Lu Jiang, she immediately decided to contribute her strength!

"The Forbidden City has been accepting refugees, now there are 386 people in the city."

He Qifeng pondered, then continued, "I'll go back and select some, transferring one or two hundred believers to the Cloud Sea Cliff to join the Feixian Hall."

To join the Feixian Hall naturally meant going to worship the statues.

These disciples of weak gods ranked four, five, or six could defy fate here with Lu Ran and become Third-class Pseudo God·Jade Talisman believers.

While these people armor themselves, they can also enhance the overall strength of the Cloud Sea Cliff, further providing Jiang Ruyi with an endless stream of Power of Faith!

Killing several birds with one stone!

Since she chose to follow Lu Ran, He Qifeng naturally considered problems from the perspective of the Ran Sect.

The grand undertaking of god-slaying is not something one person can achieve alone.

As one of the core leaders of the Ran Sect, every bit of Jiang Ruyi's strength increase elevates the success rate of everyone's missions!

"Qifeng." Jiang Ruyi was grateful to He Qifeng, but also considered the other party, "All your actions are under the supervision of Wuji Peak.

The secret of Lu Ran is not something easy to expose to the outside world.

If you transfer so many of your people at once, it will definitely attract the attention of Wuji Peak."

Lu Ran picked up the conversation: "Yes, the name of the Forbidden City has already been made known, it needs to be well maintained, sending people out without proper reason is bound to be criticized.

In the future, who would dare to join your Forbidden City?"

"Hmm..." He Qifeng pondered.

She understood clearly that letting disciples of weak gods turn to Lu Ran was more beneficial to these tough, bottom-level people.

But from others' perspectives, He Qifeng was no benevolent person changing lives out of kindness.

Rather, a slave master trafficking servants!

After a moment's thought, He Qifeng insisted, "I'll pick a batch of steady and reliable believers, sending them to the Cloud Sea Cliff under the guise of supporting the Ran Sect's construction.

This battle, what the Sect Leader did is known to all, once I return to the Forbidden City, I'll properly praise your sagacious and martial image!

Sending a batch of believers to the Cloud Sea Cliff is absolutely no problem."

Before the two could speak, He Qifeng added: "Enhancing strength is urgent!"

"This reason could work." Lu Ran nodded.

Seeing Lu Ran's agreement, Jiang Ruyi softly said, "Thank you, Qifeng."

"One family, no need for formalities." He Qifeng waved her hand casually, displaying quite a generous air.

She couldn't immediately step into the role of a subordinate, whether in attitude or manner of speech, maintaining the demeanor of someone in a high position.

Jiang Ruyi smiled, not minding it at all.

He Qifeng was undoubtedly a leader-type figure, gifted with wisdom and bravery, markedly different from the rest of the Ran Sect's warriors.

Lu Ran having gained such a right-hand supporter, sharing the grand scheme, Jiang Ruyi felt only fortunate.

"Thunder Mountain also has nearly four hundred servants." He Qifeng continued, shaking her head, "What a pity."

These were all potential believers for the Ran Sect...

Everyone present immediately understood the implication.

Today, Thunder Mountain suffered a grand defeat!

Even the Sect Master and two martial ladies met their end.

Once the remnants of the army convey this news upon their return, the leading generals in charge of maintaining order in the mountain likely won't stand firm.

How strong is the Ran Sect?

The remnants of Thunder Mountain would likely flee in a rush.

The Holy Spirit Mountain is vast and boundless, finding these remnants again would not be easy.

Lu Ran lamented, "Fenger is in the midst of advancing, right now, we can't march to Thunder Mountain."

"Don't think about these things." Jiang Ruyi gently advised, "In such a rich environment of Divine Power, we should station ourselves at Mist Rain Lake and seize the opportunity to cultivate."

"Mm."

"Mm." Interestingly, Lu Ran and He Qifeng nodded in agreement simultaneously.

They both had the exact same reaction to the words of the Ran Sect Lady.

The three of them chatted while absorbing Divine Power into their bodies, circulating it internally and widening their meridians.

Until it was midnight, when it was time to change the guard, only then did Lu Ran get up to see the guest off.

He Qifeng didn't stay longer.

Tonight, she had obtained too much information and indeed needed time to digest it.

As the trio stepped out the door, Lu Ran suddenly asked, "Heavenly Emperor, how about it?"

"What Heaven and Earth?" He Qifeng was a bit puzzled, looking at Lu Ran.

Unfortunately, the whole night, she had not clearly seen Lu Ran's face.

The voice of the Sect Master always came from a place of darkness.

Lu Ran chuckled, "Didn't you want me to open another avenue for you?

The heaven in sky, the emperor in ruler.

Heavenly Emperor, how about it?"

He Qifeng's eyes suddenly brightened!

This title... is quite domineering!

In the myths of Da Xia, "Heavenly Emperor" is the supreme ruler, the emperor who governs the heavens and myriad realms.

Lu Ran brought up such a title, how could He Qifeng not be moved?

The only problem is...

Isn't the title a bit too grand?

As the Sect Master, where does that leave Lu Ran?

He Qifeng hesitated slightly, then voiced her thoughts.

"Haha." Lu Ran laughed jokingly, "The stronger the subordinate, the higher-reaching the title, naturally raises my stature as well.

Moreover, I am not that ostentatious.

You can interpret 'Heavenly Emperor' as a human emperor ruling over a particular realm."

Actually, this title was quite easy to decide.

After all, even a "Divine General" like He Qifeng is something to be disregarded...

Above them, naturally, is royalty.

"Qifeng." Lu Ran placed a hand on He Qifeng's shoulder, "Aren't you the City Lord of the Forbidden City, stationed at the very center of Holy Spirit Mountain?"

He Qifeng had already vaguely guessed what Lu Ran was about to say.

Lu Ran patted her on the shoulder: "Consider this your goal, to become the highest authority in that central region of Holy Spirit Mountain."

He Qifeng laughed too, her eyes burning with intensity: "You kid, you're not even pretending anymore, are you?

You want me to take the whole Wuji Peak under me and incorporate it into the Ran Sect?"

Lu Ran put on a stern face: "Is that how you talk to the Sect Master?"

He Qifeng: "..."

Lu Ran said: "The City Lord of the Forbidden City, emperor of the Human Clan.

I've tailored it precisely to fit your real situation.

Now won't you thank the Sect Master?"

Although He Qifeng was indeed satisfied, she asked: "Your goal for me is to control the central region of Holy Spirit Mountain, yet Holy Spirit Mountain is vast and boundless.

Does this mean, in my title sequence, there will be other regions with a Heavenly Emperor?"

Lu Ran nodded immediately, not hiding his ambitions in front of someone like He Qifeng: "Of course, strategic goals need to be grand.

But it doesn't interfere with our down-to-earth efforts!"

"Then I have a request."

"Let's hear it."

"Not just anyone is qualified to stand alongside me!" He Qifeng said seriously, "In the future, when you add people to my title sequence, their overall strength must match mine."

"Haha!" Lu Ran couldn't help but laugh, "You're planning to monopolize this title, He Qifeng?"

He Qifeng shrugged: "The path we're walking, no matter failure or success, is destined to go down in history.

I don't want to be put on the same level as some random nobody in the books of future generations."

Lu Ran snorted: "If we fail, with the God Demon's control over the Human World, do you think our deeds will be passed down?"

He Qifeng stood with her hands behind her back, her chin slightly raised, speaking gently: "I'm just being modest.

What? The Sect Master contemplating failure?"

Lu Ran: "..."

I always thought I was the master of subtlety.

Seems like I've met my match today.

Someone can be even more pretentious than me?

Feeling Lu Ran's silence, realizing he had met his equal, her face broke into a smile.

Lu Ran rolled his eyes, speaking in annoyance: "Alright, Wind Emperor, kneel and give thanks."

He Qifeng's smile froze.

Yet smiles never disappear, they just move elsewhere.

Lu Ran chuckled: "What's wrong with you?"

Rarely showing a bit of girlish charm, He Qifeng glanced resentfully at the pitch black before her.

Despite her demeanor, her actions were decisive, making a gesture of courtesy.

Lu Ran quickly supported He Qifeng's arm, repeatedly saying: "No need, no need, just teasing you."

"Hmph!" He Qifeng turned her head slightly, raising her chin again.

To be honest, this was quite childish, not the least bit like the style of the Yangyang Sea?

However, Lu Ran was quite happy to see it.

"Alright, we're off to relieve the guard, and you should go back to cultivate." Lu Ran said goodbye.

"Mm." He Qifeng still cupped her fists and bowed parting ways properly.

Afterward, carrying the Divine Weapon, the Tianzi Sword, her emotions surged as she flew away from Green Lotus Island.

Lu Ran and Jiang Ruyi flew to an island north of Fuyao Island, arranging break schedules with Deng Yuxiang via sound transmission en route.

"Sect Master?" Gao Yunyan tightly grasped the Purple Thunder Mad Dragon Spear, asking.

"Thank you for your hard work, return and rest." Lu Ran landed in front of Gao Yunyan, "Feng'er still needs many days to advance; we need to keep watch all this while."

"Yes." Gao Yunyan handed the still struggling Purple Thunder Mad Dragon Spear to Lu Ran, "This spear suits Fengchen well."

"Oh?" Lu Ran wondered, "Isn't Feng'er specialized in using axes?"

Seeing Lu Ran's misunderstanding, Gao Yunyan immediately explained: "This spear is very stubborn, fears nothing in heaven or earth, and will likely endure for a long, long time.

Fengchen had a moment of insight when he saw you battling at Hu Xu Hall, at that domineering and conquering sight.

Having Fengchen help you keep and control this Sky-piercing Halberd will in turn stabilize his mental realm."

"Buzz!!"

The Purple Thunder Mad Dragon Spear was furious!

This pack of scoundrels dares to say such things when I'm right here?

"Haha." Lu Ran couldn't help but smile and shake his head, "Alright, go back and rest."

As Gao Yunyan departed, Lu Ran sat on the ground, clutching the Mad Dragon Spear with one hand, activating the Blood Jade Ring on his finger to help him firmly control the second-rank Divine Weapon.

Indeed, the Mad Dragon Spear's defiance was beneficial for Martial Artists with a particular mindset type to steadily cultivate and consolidate their mental realm.

From the Lunar Radiance Tassel Sachet hanging at Lu Ran's waist, a faintly glowing white light emanated.

Like a beautifully tragic moonlight.

It helped the master faster absorb Divine Power.

[Evil Shadow, come.]

As Lu Ran transmitted the message, Yan Shuangzi silently appeared beside Lu Ran.

"Take the sachet and cultivate well."

"Yes." Yan Shuangzi obeyed, reaching out to take down the exquisite palm-sized sachet.

Lu Ran continued: "When Alliance Leader Yun leaves seclusion, I'll take you to visit, to see if this Heavenly Realm physician can help restore your body."

Yan Shuangzi half-kneeled beside Lu Ran, her lone hand gently tightening around the sachet.

She kept her head bowed, hiding her deeply hollowed eye sockets, her voice soft and light:

"Mm."

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