"So what now, are we heading to Black Dragon Mountain or the Endless Tower?" Nanami asked.

She was even a little excited.

Because this meant that if Lu Ran chose to tackle Black Dragon Mountain,

she could participate as well!

In other countries, people flocked to Black Dragon Mountain, hoping to bring as many as possible, but high combat professionals were very rare, and once one died, there wasn't another.

But what about Lu Ran?

He didn't need that many people at all; a few would be enough to complete the task.

The purpose of having a few wasn't to help Lu Ran fight, but because it would be a bit boring for Lu Ran to do it alone!

And Nanami could naturally become one of the professionals clearing Black Dragon Mountain!

Nanami's goals and dreams unachievable in Japan could be easily realized by Lu Ran's side!

Of course.

Since Lu Ran, the team captain, was from Longxia, the second country in the world to clear Black Dragon Mountain would definitely be Longxia.

As a Japanese professional, Nanami just got to experience the clear.

But she was very content with that.

However.

It's still uncertain what Lu Ran plans to do next.

He might even go for the Endless Tower.

But it didn't matter either way.

Lu Ran was definitely going to Black Dragon Mountain in the coming days.

Before the national war, they must obtain the Dragon Heart!

To create Lu Ran's equipment.

Nanami wasn't in a hurry.

Moreover, with Lu Ran's personality, even if he wanted to go to Black Dragon Mountain, he would definitely notify Liu Xinxin and the others first, and wouldn't just go at it recklessly.

Sure enough.

As Nanami was thinking this.

Lu Ran mused, "No rush, let's head back to the Imperial Capital first; unexpectedly, we saved loads of time, didn't we?"

Having made up their minds, Lu Ran and the others soon left the coastal area through the nearest main city teleportation array.

At the same time.

In a certain sea area of the Forbidden Sea,

the originally mirror-like calm sea surface, seemingly strange and unnatural, suddenly began to churn, gradually merging with the surrounding seawater.

And in the depths of the sea,

the coiled female scale demon's body was also gradually undergoing subtle changes.

Her attributes were constantly being refined.

But all along, the absolute control effect from the Skeleton Throne that Lu Ran applied on her remained in effect.

This meant that.

An absolute boss, surpassing the Dark Elf Queen Sillor, the Dwarf King, and Yamata no Orochi, was awakening!

And on top of that, a boss completely controlled by Lu Ran!

Back at the Imperial Capital.

As soon as Lu Ran returned, he contacted Liu Xinxin.

"Back so soon? Let me send you the location, just come over directly," Liu Xinxin replied with a message.

Lu Ran glanced at the location.

Originally wanting to ask the people around him, but when he turned his head.

Nanami, not being from Longxia, couldn't possibly know.

Qin Wuyao and Lu Ran had been from Black Fire City since childhood, so they couldn't possibly know either.

The only one who might know was Song Chao.

"Song Chao, do you know this place? Where is it?" Lu Ran asked.

Song Chao glanced at the location.

Surprised, he said, "I know, but I've never been there. It's a forbidden area in the Imperial Capital, and trespassing is punishable by immediate execution."

Oh?

Lu Ran widened his eyes, what place could be so exaggerated?

"Let's go take a look," Lu Ran mused.

The destination was still within the main city of the Imperial Capital.

Located in East City.

Not even far from the Celestial Path Alliance headquarters.

It was an area entirely enclosed on its own, surrounded by thick city walls.

On the city walls, both inside and outside, strict guard patrols constantly vigilantly watched over.

Lu Ran and his group arrived at the gate.

They initially thought they'd need to notify Liu Xinxin before being allowed entry.

But the captain of the guards at the gate, along with some junior managers unknown to Lu Ran, came over to them in a group.

Clearly, they had already been informed by Liu Xinxin.

And had also been waiting here for quite some time.

"Lu Ran, we meet again," said the leader, nodding and bowing slightly.

Again?

Curiously, Lu Ran looked at the other party, not remembering having met them before.

The fact that the other person had a managerial position in the Imperial Capital suggested they weren't ordinary, with a certain adeptness and insight, quickly understanding Lu Ran's thoughts.

Hastily, he said, "When you resolved the monster siege in the Imperial Capital, we were all watching, and of course, I saw you. I might have seen you, but perhaps you didn't see me, but it doesn't matter, let's get inside. The presidents have already explained everything."

Saying this, he gestured to allow them through, stepping aside.

Lu Ran breathed a sigh of relief, at least there wouldn't be any trouble.

He disliked the red tape and bureaucratic rules, and it seemed he hadn't encountered any of that here.

Of course.

It could also be due to Lu Ran's current status, rendering such rules inapplicable.

In other places, like on the previous large ship, many had heard of Lu Ran, aware of the existence and legend of Lu Ran the Undead Mage.

But few had actually seen Lu Ran.

In some remote areas, they might not have even heard of Lu Ran's name and legend yet, it might not have reached there yet.

However, in the Imperial Capital, who didn't know Lu Ran?

The number of people who had met Lu Ran was countless!

After all, when Lu Ran resolved the monster siege, he deployed the Elf Wings and hovered above the Imperial Capital. How many people there had seen Lu Ran?

And just as Lu Ran passed by,

the manager hesitated and looked at the others behind Lu Ran.

"And these folks…" the manager asked cautiously.

He didn't immediately turn those people away.

Being a smart man, he thought it better to ask Lu Ran first.

Otherwise.

Acting rashly might cause trouble, and he wouldn't want to bear the consequences.

Sure enough.

Upon hearing this, Lu Ran turned his head and glanced back.

He casually said, "They're with me, we came together."

"I see, well then, come on in. It's just for safety reasons, hehe… Let's proceed, let's proceed," the manager said with a chuckle.

But actually.

When Liu Xinxin passed the word, she mentioned Lu Ran alone.

She didn't specify anyone else.

However, being a junior manager, he had enough tact.

As long as Lu Ran agreed, even if something happened, Lu Ran would take the blame.

Besides,

with Lu Ran's current status as a National Hero, what couldn't he command?

His orders were supreme!

His authority even superseded Liu Xinxin!

Subsequently, led by the manager, Lu Ran and his group walked through the gate.

Once they entered, the gate closed behind them again.

Lu Ran looked up to see.

The enclosed area was vast, but there weren't many buildings, resembling a large sports field.

In several directions of the field, many buildings were clustered together.

At first glance, it looked more like a training ground.

However, the training ground was empty at that moment, deserted.

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