Chapter 129: The People's Fire

Chapter 129: The People's Fire

"Flame Deity!" Deng Yutang exclaimed, taking large strides forward as he laughed heartily.

Lu Ran pressed his hand against Chang Ying's face and pushed her back.

Chang Ying tilted her head back as she retreated, and her tall figure blocked Deng Yutang's path.

"Ahem." Suddenly, a light cough came from behind them.

The noisy classroom quickly fell silent.

Class teacher Li Yanzhu stood at the doorway, her gaze resting on Lu Ran for a moment before addressing the students, "I understand your feelings, and I admire and respect strong individuals like Lu Ran.

But as believers, you should still be mindful of certain words and avoid casually using them on others."

Lu Ran couldn't help but raise his eyebrows slightly.

Originally, he wasn't too fond of the title "Flame Deity."

But after Li Teacher's words, Lu Ran suddenly took a liking to this title.

Even a pile of stones could be called a deity, so what's the difference with me, a flesh-and-blood person?

"Return to your seats." Li Yanzhu stepped into the classroom and patted Lu Ran's shoulder.

It was rare to see the usually stern class teacher filled with admiration.

"Oh." Lu Ran walked towards the classroom and noticed that there were fewer students in the class.

Class 3 of Grade 12 originally had around thirty students, but now at a glance, there were only slightly over 20 students left?

Were they injured or on leave?

Or did they transfer and move away? Lu Ran was more inclined towards the latter, after all, he had personally witnessed the scene at the train station.

Previously, some believed that Rain Alley City was a cursed city.

And after the Savage Desolate Clan's Ghost Parade, this title became even more solidified.

Escaping Rain Alley City seemed to have become a trend.

"The people are in a state of panic."

Lu Ran sighed inwardly and casually found a seat.

It was evident that the impact of the Night of the Fifteenth was significant, as there were two fewer teams in Lu Ran's class alone.

Hmm, it could also be a qualitative change caused by a quantitative change.

Three consecutive special incidents would make anyone's heart tremble.

"Plop," Chang Ying sat in the chair next to Lu Ran, her big eyes fixed on him.

"I really can't give this to you," Lu Ran said softly, placing his hand on the scarf.

Chang Ying: "."

Do you really think I'm a bandit? Lu Ran turned his head and looked at Chang Ying's still-passionate gaze and asked, "What's wrong?"

"I'm so happy to see you alive," Chang Ying said, resting her elbow on the desk and her palm on her cheek, not hiding her emotions.

Lu Ran: "Didn't I already report my safety in the group, and we even chatted for a long time?"

"That's not the same at all!" Chang Ying smiled, "You're alive and sitting right next to me."

Lu Ran never imagined that he would see such a sweet smile on Chang Ying's wild face.

Indeed, every Fifteenth Night was a tremendous disaster for everyone.

People were always anxious, first for themselves and then for their loved ones.

After all, no one knew if they would be able to see the familiar figure in their memories after this night.

Especially for someone like Lu Ran, who was different from others as he didn't stay at home or in the shelter.

He ventured alone into the Fifteenth Night, accompanied by death.

"I'm also very happy to see you again," Lu Ran said sincerely, his eyes full of sincerity.

"Hmm," Chang Ying's gaze was no longer wild, and her eyelids drooped slightly.

She seemed to have thought of something, and the joy on her face disappeared, leaving only a hint of disappointment.

Lu Ran asked softly, "What's wrong?"

Chang Ying leaned on the desk and whispered, "Seeing you wandering alone outside, I always wanted to help you, but I..."

Hearing Chang Ying's muttering, Lu Ran's heart warmed.

Her chin resting on her arm and her big eyes staring at the desk reminded Lu Ran of the little Li Hua at home.

Lu Ran thought he had gone crazy, associating these two creatures.

But Chang Ying's soft and limp posture, along with her murmuring voice, sounded like a soft whimper.

Hmm, she really looked like a giant cat.

"Did you advance?" Lu Ran tried to encourage his teammate.

"I've been at Stream Realm, Third Stage for a long time," Chang Ying muttered.

"Did you learn the Divine Art: Seven Treasure Oracle?"

"I learned it, but I dare not use it," Chang Ying shook her hand, "With my luck, forget it!"

All along, Chang Ying's most commonly used Divine Art was the Five Treasure Oracle.

Previously, in the Black Lantern Demon Cave, when everyone's lives were at stake, she mustered up the courage to use the advanced version of the Six Treasure Oracle.

With one cast, she drew the only bad oracle out of the six oracles!

At the Stream Realm, Third Stage, the appropriate Divine Art for the Oracle Sect was the "Seven Treasure Oracle."

The five types of oracles representing different categories became even more powerful, but the number of bad oracles in the oracle tube also increased to two.

This was the development trend of the Oracle Sect's Divine Arts.

At the River Realm, Chang Ying would also learn the "Eight Treasure Oracle" and "Nine Treasure Oracle."

The five oracles representing output, defense, support, summoning, and control would undergo crazy updates and become incredibly powerful! But at the same time, the number of bad oracles would also increase one by one.

It was common knowledge that Divine Arts could be improved in quality.

In other words, Chang Ying's "Five Treasure Oracle" could match the "Nine Treasure Oracle" in terms of quality.

However, even with the same quality, the effects produced were vastly different!

Taking the support oracle as an example:

The support oracle in the Five Treasure Oracle could only replenish divine power for the caster.

The enhancement of the Divine Art grade only serves to amplify the casting effect of this oracle.

Among the supporting oracles within the Nine Treasure Oracle, the first can continuously restore the caster's divine energy.

The second can clear the caster's mind, eliminating negative mental states.

The third can heal the caster's injuries.

The fourth can perform group healing according to the owner's guidance.

The fifth can comprehensively enhance all physical attributes for a specific group based on the owner's arrangement. What concept is this?

What is this disparity?

Why does the Nine Treasure Oracle dare to have four useless oracles?

It's because the rewards for a successful gamble are extremely generous!

As a result, countless believers flock to it, eagerly drawing a hand at critical moments.

If they draw the right oracle, they become gods among men!

If they don't, well, they're just a bunch of losers.

But they'll definitely get it right the next time!

You should know that this is just the difference in supporting oracles.

As for the other offensive and summoning oracles, the disparity is equally astonishing!

"From now on, call me Flame Deity?" Lu Ran suddenly spoke up.

"Hmm?" Chang Ying slightly turned her head to look at Lu Ran, "What? Don't you like it when I call you Treasure Ran?"

Lu Ran shrugged nonchalantly, "You can call me Treasure Ran, but in your heart, call me Flame Deity."

Chang Ying's expression turned strange as she stared at Lu Ran for a long time before whispering, "You're shameless."

Lu Ran: "."

Indeed, others might call him Flame Deity out of admiration, a sincere title.

But for Lu Ran to ask others to call him that, it seemed a bit shameless.

"Slap!"

Chang Ying's large hand fell on Lu Ran's back, and a smile reappeared on her face, "Alright!

Since you're so amazing, I'll reluctantly agree to your request."

As she spoke, Chang Ying's cheerful expression turned serious, and her eyes became earnest, "Don't disappoint my decision to call you that.

You have to keep living, okay?"

At this moment, Lu Ran also smiled.

He could feel Chang Ying's sincerity and her earnest blessings.

Lu Ran didn't care about the empty title of Flame Deity.

He was merely interested in a "disciple."

Privately, the two could be close companions, bickering friends.

But in the future, Chang Ying, a troubled oracle believer, might very well accept the olive branch he offered.

The timing would be perfect.

With the way oracles are, Chang Ying would surely be in for a rough ride.

Everything was in place, except for Lu Ran's detailed examination of Chang Ying as a person.

Chang Ying's words today, her troubles and sorrows, her sincere wishes...

They were all very impressive!

"Why are you looking at me like that?" Chang Ying slightly retreated, sensing Lu Ran's intense gaze, "Don't tell me you've taken a liking to me?"

Lu Ran: ?

Chang Ying whispered, "I... I still want to find someone tall and mighty. That's the type I've liked since I was little.

I don't have many wishes, and I only live this one life. Who knows when it might end?

You're so... cough, anyway, we're not a good match."

"Get lost!" Lu Ran was truly amused by her words.

What nonsense was this?

Chang Ying sat up straight, her mouth like a machine gun, "Treasure Ran, I know you're amazing, and I admire you.

But in my heart, you've always been a reliable teammate, a strong person I look up to.

You're almost 18 years old, and you must remember, going against a woman's will, using violence, coercion, or other means..."

"Shut up!" Lu Ran quickly reached out and covered Chang Ying's mouth.

You're a gambler, and you want me to cast a spell on you?

If the people around us hear this, what will they think of me?

Besides, with a goddess like Jiang Ruyi, so pure and gentle, why would I turn to a wild woman like you?

Not to mention I don't like this type.

If I did, why wouldn't I just summon a Savage Desolate Demoness?

Wouldn't that be even more powerful and wild?"

Chang Ying's expression turned serious, and her muffled voice once again came from Lu Ran's palm, "Treasure Ran, I can entrust my life to you."

Lu Ran lowered his voice and gritted his teeth, "Don't talk."

Chang Ying continued to speak, her large, innocent eyes wide open, her voice small and muffled, "But, my body can't take it."

Lu Ran was stunned!

Today, he had truly met his match.

Chang Ying's sharp tongue had left him defenseless.

Lu Ran suddenly remembered that when Chang Ying first joined the four-person group, she had also left Deng Yutang in a daze.

"You two, sit properly!" Li Yanzhu's rebuke came from the podium.

Lu Ran withdrew his hand and lowered his head.

Chang Ying also sat up straight.

However, deep in her eyes, a mischievous smile appeared.

In this world filled with hardship and misfortune, one had to create their own joy.

Even if it was a bit excessive, as long as it brought a moment of happiness, it would be worth it.

Li Yanzhu said, "The school is aware of what you've all been through.

On behalf of the school, I commend you for your experiences, and we deeply mourn the misfortunes you've encountered."

Li Yanzhu's gaze swept over the students, and she continued, "For this month's training, the school has specially selected an excellent demon cave for you.

While training, you can also relax and adjust your state.

This demon cave is located in Qiantang Province and is known as Bamboo Sea. You must have heard of it."

(End of Chapter)

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