Chapter 146: Lu Ran's Benevolence

Chapter 146: Lu Ran's Benevolence

It was true that someone had somewhat stolen the show.

Undeniably, Deng Yuxiang's performance was exceptional, exuding a powerful aura and launching fierce attacks.

The problem was, this was how she was supposed to be!

As one of the first believers on the official list, if you didn't have the skills, how could you be recognized as "Heaven's Pride"?

In contrast, that black-clad youth...

It was evident that he was not very old, and the dark red knitted scarf couldn't completely conceal his slightly immature face.

Moreover, this youth was a follower of the Celestial Ram!

The brilliance he displayed on the battlefield truly surprised the internal review team!

What the hell?

Did the Celestial Ram Sect have different roles within their ranks?

Where did this combat ram come from?

The review personnel immediately reported the situation and began investigating Lu Ran's personal information.

Far away in Rain Alley City, Lu Ran was naturally unaware of this situation.

He was still diligently patrolling and striving to help Deng Yuxiang achieve excellent results.

However, on this night, Rain Alley City did not experience any special incidents.

It seemed that the heavens had shown great mercy and finally spared this small city, riddled with countless wounds.

Objectively, this also led to the battle not being of a very high level.

Even if Deng Yuxiang had crushed her opponents and dominated the Night of the Fifteenth Moon, it would still be challenging for her to rank high on the Heaven's Pride list.

It was like a student taking an exam:

Deng Yuxiang was given a primary school exam paper with simple questions, and the full score was only 100 points.

Those Heaven's Pride who had experienced special incidents were given college entrance exam papers with difficult questions, but the full score was 150 points!

The scoring standards were not the same!

Lu Ran had no other choice but to provide support for Deng Yuxiang and help her perform as brilliantly as possible.

He had no idea that numerous gazes had already shifted towards him.

As the sky gradually brightened, Rain Alley City experienced a rare moment of normalcy.

Lu Ran, who was on patrol with the team, once again arrived at the overpass outside the West River Park.

"Ah," Lu Ran raised the Radiance Blade, looking at the white sky through the transparent black ice material.

The rising sun, hidden behind the snow and mist, only brought light to the world, unwilling to reveal itself.

There was no radiance.

Still, there was none.

Lu Ran clenched his right hand around the Jie Ye Sword, and the night of slaughter made him feel intimately connected to the blade.

He even felt that the Jie Ye Sword was making significant progress in the path of awakening its artifact spirit.

Only the Radiance Blade, which had accompanied him through the night, failed to welcome its moment.

"Why the sigh?" Deng Yuxiang suddenly stopped in her tracks.

Lu Ran sighed, "This Radiance Blade always fails to bring forth radiance."

Without turning around, Deng Yuxiang softly asked, "Why the obsession with radiance?"

Lu Ran explained, "On the day Zhannight transformed into a divine armament, he gave me some pointers.

That morning, I set a goal for the Radiance Blade: to pierce through the Night of the Fifteenth Moon and bring forth the morning glow on the horizon."

Deng Yuxiang nodded slightly, "It sounds wonderful."

Lu Ran looked up at the Radiance Blade held above his head, feeling a twinge of regret.

Suddenly, Deng Yuxiang spoke, "Is the morning glow the most important thing?"

"Hmm?"

"If you only want the morning glow, why not find a city with a pleasant climate and hold the blade every morning, waiting for the sunrise to grace you?"

Lu Ran: "..."

"Isn't that right?" Deng Yuxiang finally turned around and looked at Lu Ran, "The focus isn't on the morning glow.

It's about the night before, where you fight with blood and sweat to welcome the morning glow."

Lu Ran silently gazed at Deng Yuxiang.

What a mentor!

"The sun has risen, Lu Ran," Deng Yuxiang said softly, "Rain Alley City is safe, and we have won."

Lu Ran nodded silently.

Deng Yuxiang gestured towards the Radiance Blade, "Now, the blade in your hand is the morning glow you seek."

Her soft words whispered into his ear.

Lu Ran's heart stirred, and the priceless Radiance Blade in his hand trembled slightly.

"Buzz~"

Lu Ran's face lit up with surprise as he looked at the Radiance Blade.

Do you agree?

The weapon's reaction naturally meant that it was in the process of awakening its artifact spirit! In the past, the Night Slashing Saber had often shown intense reactions before it transformed into a divine armament.

At that stage, it was on the verge of a qualitative change, like a caterpillar breaking free from its cocoon.

The Radiance Blade's reaction at this moment was not as intense, indicating that it still had a long way to go.

However, Lu Ran was thrilled to receive the Radiance Blade's acknowledgment and response!

"Heh," Deng Yuxiang naturally noticed the blade's trembling.

She looked at Lu Ran's delighted smile, her gaze lingering for a moment before she turned and left.

She seemed to be the type to keep her achievements hidden.

After a moment, Lu Ran looked ahead, watching the figure of the woman walking through the snow and wind.

Would their conversation earn her extra points?

Caring for teammates and providing guidance would surely add points, right?

Tsk, what a relief! Lu Ran felt even happier at this thought.

At seven in the morning, a group of people arrived and collected the squad's cameras.

Like the previous month, when the patrol team passed through the Rain Alley residential area, Lu Ran bid farewell to the others:

"I'll head back first."

"I'll accompany you," Deng Yuxiang took the lead as usual, but she seemed more like a guide than an escort.

"That's not necessary; it's quite safe here," Lu Ran followed her.

Deng Yuxiang quickened her pace, and the others could clearly sense it.

Sun Zheng Fang, a shrewd person, guessed Deng Yuxiang's intention, so he went to the security booth at the entrance with Wei Long to inquire about the situation from the Moon Gazer on duty.

"Are you still seeing her off?" Lu Ran watched Deng Yuxiang enter the building, feeling puzzled.

Deng Yuxiang remained silent and walked straight to Lu Ran's doorstep.

"Come in for a drink?" Lu Ran took out his key and inserted it into the anti-theft door lock.

"Clap.

Lu Ran hadn't opened the door yet when Deng Yuxiang suddenly reached out and grasped his wrist.

"Sis?" Lu Ran was puzzled and looked at the woman.

Deng Yuxiang remained silent, merely holding onto Lu Ran's wrist and gently massaging it through his sleeve.

Lu Ran pursed his lips and asked, "When did you find out?"

Deng Yuxiang gave a cold hum. "You hid it so well, how could I have discovered it?"

Lu Ran: "..."

"Zhannight told me." Deng Yuxiang found what she was looking for and repeatedly rubbed the copper coin through Lu Ran's sleeve with her thumb.

Under her fingers, the copper coin took on its proper shape.

"Is a Divine Armament so sensitive?" Lu Ran couldn't help but exclaim.

Deng Yuxiang: "Zhannight is not one of us, and its existence is different from ours.

It said that it faintly sensed the aura of its kind.

The closer you are to it, the more obvious the feeling becomes."

Lu Ran smiled. "This is my treasure, I can't just show it to anyone."

"Little Lu Ran." Without the mini camera, Deng Yuxiang added the word "little" before addressing him.

Her expression was serious. "Although you're not a Moon Gazer, we're comrades.

To increase our chances of survival and improve our combat efficiency, it's best to be honest with your comrades."

Lu Ran fell silent.

Deng Yuxiang continued, "Moreover, what you're secretly hiding is a Divine Armament.

If you had told us earlier, we could have formulated a corresponding battle plan."

Suddenly, Lu Ran said, "You should have said this last night, in front of the camera.

This idea and the guidance you give to your younger teammates will definitely earn you points."

The Artifact of Soulbound Coin could be made public, as it was acquired through legitimate means and was above board.

In the future, Lu Ran would also willingly expose the existence of this copper coin, as he needed to create a cover for his control over the demons.

Deng Yuxiang gave Lu Ran a light glare, unsure if she was happy or annoyed:

"You're so good at keeping secrets!

Since you didn't tell us, it's natural that you don't want to be exposed.

How could I possibly point it out in front of everyone?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Ran laughed. "Then how did you point it out just now?"

Deng Yuxiang also smiled. "Now it's just the two of us. Why didn't you tell me?"

Lu Ran: "..."

"Hmm?" Deng Yuxiang made a questioning sound through her nose.

"Here." Lu Ran finally rolled up his sleeve and showed Deng Yuxiang the copper coin.

"What's this?" Deng Yuxiang furrowed her brows slightly and lightly touched the copper coin with her fingertip.

It was clear that this was no ordinary item.

Lu Ran said, "An artifact."

Although Deng Yuxiang had mentally prepared herself, when she saw the artifact with her own eyes, she couldn't help but feel her heart tremble.

"Last month, I obtained a chance." Lu Ran briefly explained.

Finally, Lu Ran said, "I didn't say anything because it's just a fragment and is still growing.

Currently, it doesn't provide any help in our battles."

Deng Yuxiang was filled with emotion: "To receive the favor of another deity is indeed good fortune."

"I've always been lucky," Lu Ran said as he peeled off the Nightmare's fingers one by one and retrieved his wrist. "You've also been good to me."

Deng Yuxiang's tone carried a hint of reproach as she admonished, "You should be more respectful to deities. How can you compare me to a deity?"

"I'll be more careful in the future."

"What?"

"I misspoke. I meant I'll be more careful in the future," Lu Ran said casually as he finally opened the door.

"Okay, get some good rest." Deng Yuxiang patted Lu Ran's shoulder and took a step back.

Lu Ran turned his head and asked, "Aren't you coming in for a drink?"

The Nightmare didn't even turn his head, and with one hand, he pushed open the door to the apartment building.

What an arrogant guy, no wonder he's Heaven's Pride~

Lu Ran pouted. "Take care of yourself!

If you're thirsty, squat by the roadside and eat some snow. I think it's pretty white."

Deng Yuxiang, who had just walked out of the corridor, finally turned around and smiled as she glared at Lu Ran before the apartment door closed.

Lu Ran walked into the house, placing the twin swords he was carrying to one side, and his hand also fell on his wrist.

Through a faint spiritual connection, he could sense that there were two wraiths within the copper coin.

They were the pair of Ghost Talisman Dolls that the squad had eliminated at the beginning of last night's battle.

Of course, Lu Ran wasn't raising little ghosts.

On the contrary, he was "consuming" the little ghosts along with the Soulbound Coin.

The wraiths of the Ghost Talisman Dolls could nourish the copper coin, making this artifact fragment even more powerful.

At the same time, the Artifact of Soulbound Coin could also nourish its owner, nurturing Lu Ran's soul.

For Lu Ran at his current stage, having his soul nourished didn't seem to have any practical use.

It only made him feel a mysterious sense of physical and mental pleasure.

But in the future, as Lu Ran advanced to higher-level battlefields and faced the countless powerful methods of various strong opponents, having a powerful soul would be essential!

Growth should be comprehensive and leave no blind spots.

Lu Ran strode into the small bedroom and approached the shrine, clasping his hands together. "Lord Sheep, last night, my disciple's harvest wasn't so bountiful."

A voice transmitted to him, deep and low. "Hundreds of demon wraiths and two or three human believers.

It's normal for a typical night of the fifteenth. There's no need to be too hard on yourself."

Since Lu Ran was part of the patrol team and had a wide range of activities, many of the demons he didn't slaughter would have their wraiths lingering on the battlefield, and Lu Ran would absorb them into his garden.

Lu Ran was a kind person.

Wherever he went, there were no "wandering souls and wild ghosts."

He was kind-hearted and would take in every homeless wandering soul, finding them a place to rest.

The image of the Deity of Forget Spring has been updated in Chapter 136, "Just an Old Acquaintance." Interested readers can take a look.

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