Chapter 126: One Person is Enough

Chapter 126: One Person is Enough

This night's Ghost Parade lasted only a little over an hour.

After midnight, the presence of the Savage Desolate Clan gradually diminished.

Not only that, but the number of other demons invading the mortal realm also decreased dramatically.

By 3 a.m., the battle against the Demon Quinzi had almost come to an end.

The old city gradually quieted down, and the occasional sounds that echoed through the night quickly faded into silence.

Lu Ran never returned home.

After the battle at Rain Alley Home Community, he forcefully remained with the squad, displaying an unyielding stance.

His terrifying rise also served as a reminder to the Human Clan believers:

Don't judge the world's geniuses with your conventional eyes.

People also keenly realized how terrifying a fearless and unyielding Celestial Ram believer could be! Just the Divine Art: Sacred Hoof alone was a dream technique sought after by countless believers!

When it wasn't used for desperate escapes but for fierce combat, the Celestial Ram believers were absolutely ferocious! Even more so than the Northwind Divine Art followers, they were three times faster!

Not to mention the special uses of the Sacred Hoof and the Voice of Despair.

On this dark and rainy night, Lu Ran, a Celestial Ram believer, stood out like the yellow raincoat he wore.

The color was particularly vibrant.

Unique and dazzling!

Over the past four decades, Great Xia had produced countless talents.

However, when spread across various regions, the number of these talents was pitifully small.

Today, it seemed that this dilapidated Rain Alley City had finally welcomed its own rising star.

As for the end,

Whether it would soar high in the night sky or fall midway,

Only fate would tell.

"Ding, ding, ding."

The sound of the blade repeatedly striking the iron railings of the sky bridge rang out crisply.

Once again, Lu Ran followed the squad to the vicinity of West River Park and stepped onto the familiar sky bridge.

This narrow and old bridge was not friendly to Deng Yuxiang.

Or perhaps she was too stubborn, insisting on walking in the center of every path.

Every time she passed by, her bloodstained, slender, and long Nightfall Blade would clatter against the bridge railings.

The sky gradually brightened, but the city remained dim.

On both sides of the sky bridge, the apartment buildings glowed with a warm light.

In the distant rain, the tall buildings were faintly visible, emitting a faint glow.

Lu Ran had lost count of how many times he had crossed this bridge tonight.

But each time, his mood seemed slightly different.

"Ding, ding, ding."

Lu Ran listened to the rhythmic, crisp sounds and gazed at Deng Yuxiang's tall silhouette ahead.

After a moment, he lowered his head to look at the Radiant Blade in his hand.

Even after a night of killing, with countless souls falling under his blade, the sky finally brightened.

But in this city perpetually shrouded in gloom, where could one find the radiance of dawn?

This night, Lu Ran had taken good care of the Night Silence Blade, but the Radiant Blade had yet to find its moment.

Hmm. It was a bit uncomfortable.

Lu Ran, like the Night Silence Blade, had also reaped a bountiful harvest.

He had captured a large number of demonic souls.

He was almost full!

The Savage Famine Demoness's demonic sculpture was already in a dormant state, ready to be activated by Lu Ran at any time.

As long as the Lord Sheep didn't eat it, the Savage Desolate Clan's demonic sculpture might even rival the River Realm once activated.

The so-called "Ghost Parade" could be described in four words—abundant and satisfying.

Unfortunately, during the Night Succubus Clan's Ghost Parade, Lu Ran spent most of his time in the shelter, resulting in a significant loss.

On the night of the full moon, the Lord Sheep, in a rare display, scolded Lu Ran for staying at home to cultivate instead of going out to fight.

The Sheep Lord was right to be angry.

Lu Ran's harvest this night was indeed absurdly abundant!

In addition to the demonic souls, Lu Ran had also absorbed the souls of believers from various deity sects.

The night of the full moon,

Was a night of suffering for the Human Clan.

It was also a night of revelry for the Demon Clan and Lu Ran.

The Ghost Parade,

Was a great disaster that descended upon the mortal realm.

But for the Savage Famine Demoness and Lu Ran, it was a grand feast.

Don't misunderstand; Lu Ran had given his all on the battlefield.

Just like when he rescued the Red Scarf Follower, Chen Jing.

If Lu Ran wanted the soul of that Red Scarf Follower, he had a million reasons to stand his ground.

Lu Ran was not a Moon Gazer, nor was he a powerful Stream Realm, Fourth Stage minion.

What could he do to save a River Realm Red Scarf Follower?

Lu Ran still went.

With the Sacred Hoof and the Voice of Despair, he fearlessly charged forward.

He still remembered what he had said to Chen Jing before leaving home that morning:

"No matter how far, I will come to your rescue."

Not just for Chen Jing, Lu Ran, within his abilities, helped every comrade he could.

Absorbing souls was one thing.

Assisting his fellow clan members in fighting against the enemy was another.

The Lord Sheep had also said that he would not force Lu Ran to slaughter his fellow clan members.

This aligned with Lu Ran's values and inner convictions.

"It's over."

Deng Yuxiang's voice was soft, so soft that only Lu Ran could hear it.

The sound of the blade striking the iron railings stopped, and Deng Yuxiang stood in the center of the sky bridge.

"What's wrong?" Lu Ran asked as he walked up to Deng Yuxiang's side without stopping.

"It's over," Deng Yuxiang said, "It's been a long time since I've heard any sounds."

Deng Yuxiang slightly raised her head, her gaze piercing through the layers of rain, gazing at the distant high-rise buildings.

"Hmm," Lu Ran pondered for a moment, "Indeed, only the sound of wind and rain remains."

Suddenly, Deng Yuxiang raised her right hand and placed it on Lu Ran's shoulder, "Tonight, you did well."

"Hmm," Lu Ran murmured, unsure how to respond.

"It's beyond my expectations," Deng Yuxiang sighed.

The youth by her side, like the Ghost Parade, felt incredibly surreal.

However,

One was a beautiful dream, and the other was a nightmare.

Regarding Lu Ran's extremely terrifying talent, Deng Yuxiang had a deep understanding.

But tonight, Lu Ran vividly demonstrated the concept of "talent."

That terrifying learning ability, battlefield analysis, and execution were all visible to the naked eye.

Using only three Savage Desolate Demonesses, Lu Ran completed the process from observation to analysis and then to obtaining his first kill in actual combat.

After that solo kill, Lu Ran became unstoppable.

Using the well-known Divine Technique: Sacred Hoof, he uttered a faint sound of despair, but what he did was an unfamiliar act of slaughter.

The results were extraordinary, and his achievements were remarkable.

"If there were more brave Celestial Ram followers like you in this world, it would be great," Deng Yuxiang said softly.

Lu Ran: "Just me."

"Hmm?" Deng Yuxiang turned her head and looked at Lu Ran.

Lu Ran confirmed, "I also want the Human Clan to rise and launch a strong counterattack.

But in this world, there will never be a second one like me, a Celestial Ram follower."

Normally, Lu Ran shouldn't have contradicted her like this; he could have just said a few words to get by.

The reason he spoke like this was to express his attitude.

Not towards Deng Yuxiang, but towards his own Deity Celestial Sheep!

Lu Ran wasn't sure if the Deity was watching him.

Maybe it was, maybe it wasn't.

Regardless, Lu Ran wanted to show the Celestial Ram that its choice in him was absolutely correct.

Lu Ran wouldn't disappoint the Celestial Ram's bestowal and expectations.

That Divine Demonic Sculpture Garden could remain in his mind.

The Lord Sheep didn't need to examine or consider anyone else.

"Hehe," Deng Yuxiang couldn't help but chuckle.

She naturally didn't know why Lu Ran reacted like this, and she moved her hand up and pressed it against the back of his head.

Lu Ran had thought she was going to kiss her own raincoat hood again.

But unexpectedly, Deng Yuxiang used her forehead to gently bump Lu Ran's head.

"Dong~"

Lu Ran: "."

What kind of action was this?

Do you really think I'm a sheep? You should've told me earlier, I could've used the Divine Technique: Sacred Horn to bump into you.

"Okay, just you," Deng Yuxiang said, looking deeply into Lu Ran's cold, horizontal eyes.

Then, she rubbed Lu Ran's head and took a step back.

Lu Ran stood in his original spot, watching the Great Nightmare's departing silhouette, and faintly heard her murmur:

"One is enough."

Lu Ran nodded in agreement.

Indeed,

One was sufficient.

The sky gradually brightened.

The war-torn Rain Alley City, like an injured beast, quietly licked its wounds.

A few hours later, when the patrol squad passed by the Rain Alley Home Community for the seventh time.

Lu Ran stopped at the devastated entrance: "Can I go home now?"

Sun Zhengfang joked with a smile: "At midnight, I urged you to go home, but you insisted on staying, huh?"

Lu Ran shrugged: "I just wanted to spend more time with Uncle Sun! I haven't seen you since the 15th of last month, and I've been missing you."

Sun Zhengfang: ?

This kid, why is he talking so ambiguously?

Hmm, it's true that I made the first move.

Deng Yuxiang stepped forward: "Let's walk you to your doorstep."

"That's not necessary, is it?" Lu Ran said as he walked, "I'm so strong. Uh."

Lu Ran covered the back of his head with one hand and looked at the woman.

Deng Yuxiang lowered her hand: "If you're so strong, why didn't you dodge?"

Lu Ran hummed: "Maybe I trusted you too much."

Deng Yuxiang suddenly laughed and lifted her leg.

Lu Ran immediately dodged, avoiding that long leg.

Deng Yuxiang raised her eyebrows: "This time, how did you dodge again?"

Lu Ran stepped over the broken and fallen phoenix tree in front of him, walking through the devastated community, and casually said:

"Maybe I understand you too well."

Deng Yuxiang: ?

"Hahahaha!" Sun Zhengfang burst into laughter.

Young man, you're quite bold, huh?

Amidst their bitter laughter,

With a hint of relief for surviving, they escorted Lu Ran back home.

After his teammates' repeated reminders, Lu Ran closed the door.

He didn't head to the bathroom but went straight to the bedroom, standing in front of the small shrine:

"Lord Sheep, tonight, your disciple has gained a lot."

In the shrine, the jade carving of the Celestial Ram's head gradually turned black, and wisps of white mist emerged, enveloping Lu Ran's body.

A deep, hoarse voice carried a hint of praise:

"Good."

After a moment of silence, Lu Ran said, "Now, I can skillfully use a series of demonic techniques.

I want to ask, when can I summon a demon?"

"Before the River Realm, it was difficult for me to escape the surveillance of the accompanying instructor in the demon cave," Lu Ran replied honestly. "It's hard to bring along a demon follower."

Then, he changed the topic: "But first, let the Savage Desolate Demoness clean the room at home and add some cat food for Little Li Hua. That's good too."

The Savage Desolate Demoness was indeed a powerhouse, and her size was also large.

There's no need to feel sorry.

In Lu Ran's opinion, if he closed the curtains at home, letting the Savage Desolate Demoness mop the floor, wipe the lampshades, and so on, it should be very efficient?

The jade carving of the Celestial Ram: "."

Lu Ran: "Lord Sheep?"

The jade carving of the Celestial Ram: "In the depths of the demon cave, you can indeed do as you please.

But your future main battlefield is definitely not within the demon cave."

Lu Ran pondered: "Is it the higher-level divine demonic battlefield in the rumors?"

The jade carving of the Celestial Ram didn't respond.

Instead, the smile on its face became increasingly eerie.

(End of Chapter)

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