Afterwards.

Yu Qingcang took Lu Ran to the headquarters of the Celestial Path Alliance in the Imperial Capital.

He specifically arranged a room for Lu Ran.

Although it wasn't as luxurious as Lu Ran's mansion in Black Fire City, the treatment he received in the Imperial Capital's Celestial Path Alliance exceeded that of many official members and high combat professionals.

"The tournament doesn't start until tomorrow morning, and there's still plenty of time today, Lu Ran. You can wander around the Imperial Capital as you wish," Yu Qingcang said to Lu Ran.

Lu Ran instinctively looked towards Liu Xinxin and the others.

Liu Xinxin instantly saw through Lu Ran's thoughts and smiled, saying, "You've been leveling up intensely without personal space for a while now. Take this opportunity to go out for a bit; we won't follow. The Imperial Capital is huge, plenty for you to explore."

Ye Hongyi also chimed in, "Yeah, after the Hundred Cities League, there are only five days left before the national war begins. There'll be preparations then, so there won't be much time for wandering around. Consider today a day off for you."

Lu Ran indeed had the idea of going out to have some fun.

It was his first time in the Imperial Capital, and he was very much looking forward to seeing the legendary city.

But...

Lu Ran glanced at Nanami, who was silent on the side, and asked, "What about her?"

Nanami instinctively looked at Lu Ran.

The first thought that popped into her mind was that she wanted to go out with Lu Ran! She didn't want to stay here alone.

But Yu Qingcang shook his head.

He said, "Don't take Nanami along. The Imperial Capital has a complex environment; if Nanami's identity is exposed, it would be troublesome to handle. Besides, Nanami caused a stir here before, and many people are secretly investigating her whereabouts. If they meet, it's likely to turn into a fight."

So, it's better for Nanami to stay at the Celestial Path Alliance.

After saying this, Yu Qingcang looked at Nanami, but her gaze remained on Lu Ran.

She didn't care what anyone said; she only listened to Lu Ran's decision.

"Chairman Yu is right. Since that's the case, Nanami, stay here at the Celestial Path Alliance headquarters and wait for me. I'm going out to take a walk," Lu Ran said.

A trace of sadness and disappointment flashed in Nanami's eyes, but she didn't say much.

She just nodded to show she understood.

Then.

Lu Ran left the Celestial Path Alliance headquarters alone.

In the room, only the four chairmen and Nanami were left.

Yu Qingcang glanced at Nanami and casually mused, "Neil and a group of U.S.A. professionals are dead, but the issue is, who is the mysterious informant providing intelligence to the Celestial Path Alliance? How do they know what's happening in Kunlun Death Valley, and why are they passing this information to the Celestial Path Alliance?"

Lei Tai said nonchalantly, "What's so strange about that? Some high combat professionals like to explore and go to places others rarely frequent. Besides, the mouth of Death Valley isn't a Forbidden Area; it's normal for professionals to be there. Discovering U.S.A. professionals is also understandable. As Longxia people, finding something unusual and reporting it to the Celestial Path Alliance is the normal course of action."

Initially.

Yu Qingcang also thought this way.

But having been in a high position for a long time, he always felt that things might not be that simple!

"It's indeed peculiar but not worth focusing on. Since the person reported Neil and the others' movements, it means they're one of us. There's no need to investigate further," even Liu Xinxin said this.

Thus, for the time being, the matter was dropped.

On the other side.

Lu Ran, excited, hit the streets.

The atmosphere of the Imperial Capital was vastly different from the small city of Black Fire City.

Whether it was the width of the streets or the buildings, everything was much more bustling than in Black Fire City.

With nothing much to do, Lu Ran wandered around and suddenly stopped in front of a building.

He stopped because above the building, there was a sign hanging, and next to it was a huge profession mark, which was clearly the mark of an Undead Mage!

"Undead Mage Guild..."

Lu Ran murmured to himself.

This kind of guild exists? What kind of guild is this? Surely it can't be entirely made up of Undead Mages? Then how would such a guild team up to clear dungeons?

No healing, no close combat, no support, and not even a tank profession to absorb damage!

Lu Ran was curious if he should go in and take a look.

It seemed like those going in and out were indeed all Undead Mages?

Just as Lu Ran extended his neck to look around, someone suddenly patted his shoulder from behind and questioned, "What are you sneakily up to?"

Lu Ran was startled.

Turning his head, he discovered it was a girl with two small bun hairstyles on her head, about the same age as him.

She was petite, wearing a short skirt, with big, watery eyes, embodying youthfulness, liveliness, and cuteness, quite an adorable girl.

Moreover, she also seemed to be an Undead Mage.

You could see the Undead Mage profession emblem on her chest.

"I'm just wandering around. What kind of guild is this Undead Mage Guild? I've never heard of it, but naming a guild after one profession is quite bold, isn't it?" Lu Ran curiously asked.

Unexpectedly.

The girl burst into laughter after hearing this.

"You're such a bumpkin. This guild isn't like other guilds. It's not a regular guild, but a Professional Alliance Guild. All the registered Undead Mages here have their own guilds," the girl explained.

Lu Ran, not being stupid, immediately understood.

He asked, "So it's like an organization for the Undead Mage profession, rather than an ordinary guild."

"That's the idea. Besides Undead Mages, most professions, except for hidden ones, even rare professions have their own alliance guilds," the girl said.

"Are you an Undead Mage too? Did you join this alliance guild?" Lu Ran asked.

"No, it's not that simple. To register in the Undead Mage Guild, you must complete a series of tasks. Of course, those tasks also offer rich rewards, though they can be quite difficult. Upon completion, not only can you earn substantial rewards, but you can also join the Undead Mage Alliance Guild and enjoy some benefits," the girl explained.

Unfortunately.

Lu Ran wasn't particularly interested in this.

From the girl's description.

It seemed like a mercenary task platform, directly belonging to Undead Mages, regularly issuing tasks that are not too difficult but highly rewarding as a form of welfare.

This is also a welfare means of each professional alliance guild.

The aim is to gather high combat professionals of each profession.

"In the past, there wasn't an Undead Mage Guild in the Imperial Capital. It became an honor thanks to my idol, the mysterious Undead Mage elder! We've all benefited from them, and now the status of Undead Mages in the country is rising," the girl said with admiration.

Lu Ran was stunned.

The mysterious Undead Mage elder—could she be talking about me?

"It's just a pity. I don't know how old that Undead Mage elder is. He's my dream prince. If he's old, never mind," the girl said, pursing her lips.

"What if he's young or about the same age as you? What would you do?" Lu Ran asked instinctively.

"Hmm... I'd have his babies!" the girl said playfully.

Pfft!

Lu Ran nearly spat out a mouthful of blood.

Who would've thought, I even have a little fangirl?

"Oh right, I'm Cong Yu, and you?" the girl asked without suspicion, extending a hand.

"Lu Ran," Lu Ran said, reaching out to gently hold the girl's slightly cool, soft hand.

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