Chapter 184: Creating a Demon?

Chapter 184: Creating a Demon?

"Hehe~" Qiao Wanjun couldn't help but chuckle.

Looking at her calm and collected children, she couldn't help but feel a sense of wonder.

If it were last year's Lantern Festival, encountering such a situation, the two of them would have surely turned pale and felt terrified.

How could they joke and tease like they were doing now?

Indeed, they had grown up.

Qiao Wanjun casually waved her hand, and a sword shadow flashed by.

In an instant, the sword shadow transformed into a phantom figure, standing by the restaurant window.

Divine Art: Sword Dance Clear Shadow!

As the figure appeared, one hand was already pressed against the window, and a flying sword, separated by the window, flashed past outside.

"Crack!"

That was the sound of the Night Fiend Robe tearing.

"Sss!"

That was the sound of the blade piercing the flesh, as the flying sword pierced through the Night Charm's skull.

Smooth and efficient! Qiao Wanjun's casual wave had pinned Lu Ran to his chair, his face stiffening.

He didn't see it clearly!

It was worth noting that Lu Ran had been continuously using the Demonic Technique: Evil Perception.

Despite this, Lu Ran completely failed to keep up with Qiao Wanjun's speed!

The former Lu Ran, as an ordinary person, only felt that his mother was very strong, and his mind only had a vague concept.

But now, having entered the River Realm, Lu Ran's understanding of Qiao Wanjun's strength had become even more obscure.

This...?

Qiao Yuansi moved closer to her mother, hugging her arm, "As expected, it's safest by Mom's side!"

"Let's cut the cake," Qiao Wanjun said softly.

As with every Lantern Festival, she had only done the same thing.

But this time, the reactions of the two children were completely different.

Xiao Yuansi still didn't feel much, only thinking that her mother's wave of her hand to eliminate the demon was a very ordinary matter.

But Lu Ran...

"What's wrong?" Qiao Wanjun looked at Lu Ran gently.

"Ah, nothing, nothing," Lu Ran quickly regained his composure and stood up, "I'll go turn on the lights."

A smile appeared on Qiao Wanjun's face as she watched Lu Ran's back.

Even though both children had reached the First Stage River Realm, it was evident that the son was far stronger than the daughter.

"Buzz!"

Lu Ran's hand landed on the light switch, and his movements froze once again.

His mind suddenly buzzed with a strange sound!

What was this?

Lu Ran's heart stirred, had the sculpture advanced?

He was both surprised and delighted, and immediately checked his spiritual world.

Indeed!

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Mother, I praise you!

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"Ran?" Qiao Wanjun's gentle voice called out from the dining room.

"Ah!" Lu Ran immediately turned on the lights in the dining room.

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Qiao Wanjun, seeing her son's unusual state, misunderstood.

She spoke softly, "Don't be discouraged. Your strength is still shallow, and the future will get better."

Since returning to the Capital City, this was the second time Qiao Wanjun had said, "Don't be discouraged."

The first time was on Swift Peak, when she had grasped the Radiance Blade and forced herself to wield it.

"Mhm." Lu Ran didn't explain further, only nodding repeatedly.

Qiao Yuansi chuckled and teased, "Brother, I know you're fast, and you fight so swiftly~

But aren't you being a bit overconfident?"

Lu Ran: "..."

Qiao Yuansi wiped some cream from the cake onto Lu Ran's cheek with her finger, and said with a smile:

"A mere River Realm, and you want to see Mom's moves clearly?"

In fact, Xiao Yuansi was the one who most wanted to see her mother's moves.

Because since she was young, Xiao Yuansi had been beaten countless times.

Lu Ran laughed, "What, should I just stand here like you, ready to fight?"

"Hey, don't be so hard on yourself, it's useless," Qiao Yuansi hummed, raising her small face, "Do you still remember that Lantern Festival?

When Mom spanked me, I didn't even try to dodge~"

Lu Ran's face turned strange, "Are you proud of that?"

Qiao Wanjun suddenly reached out her hand.

"Eh?" Qiao Yuansi was startled and quickly covered her head.

Qiao Wanjun merely pulled out a tissue and waved it in Lu Ran's direction.

Qiao Yuansi: "..."

"Haha!" Lu Ran laughed as he took the tissue and wiped the cream off his cheek.

"Hey~ Mom!" Qiao Yuansi stamped her foot, protesting, "Am I really your daughter?"

Qiao Wanjun: "If you were half as obedient as your brother, you wouldn't have gotten beaten so much."

Qiao Yuansi pouted, and just as Lu Ran had wiped his cheek clean, she couldn't control her mischievous hand.

Her cream-covered fingertip once again wiped across Lu Ran's cheek.

Lu Ran: "..."

"Hehe~" Seeing Lu Ran's speechless expression, Xiao Yuansi was delighted.

But just as she laughed out loud, she realized something and quickly restrained her smile, cautiously glancing at her mother.

Obviously, there was a reason why someone was always getting beaten.

However, on this special day, Qiao Wanjun was quite lenient with her daughter.

Seeing that her mother didn't say anything, Qiao Yuansi's entire demeanor became cheerful again.

"Boom!"

Suddenly, a loud explosion sounded from outside the window.

Lu Ran instinctively turned to look, then refocused his attention on the birthday banquet.

The family of three chatted and laughed, spending a warm Lantern Festival just like in previous years.

The city was filled with booming and roaring sounds.

Amidst this unique background noise, the brightly lit house seemed even more cozy.

This unique memory would stay with Lu Ran for the rest of his life.

Even though he was already a River Realm Follower with a certain level of self-protection ability.

But Lu Ran still cherished this feeling of warmth and security.

Xiao Yuansi felt the same way.

It seemed that she had inadvertently revealed her birthday wish.

It was in the middle of the night, and the family of three had already finished their meal and been keeping vigil in the living room for a long time.

Lu Ran and Qiao Yuansi sat on the floor next to the coffee table, playing Monopoly.

Qiao Wanjun quietly sat on the sofa, watching the news on TV, occasionally glancing at the pair of children playing at her feet.

As another round of the game ended, Xiao Yuansi was so tired from winning that she fell asleep.

She climbed onto the sofa and snuggled into her mother's embrace.

Xiao Yuansi fell asleep quickly and soundly.

In her dreams, she murmured softly, wishing for her mother and brother to always be by her side.

Qiao Wanjun held her daughter, gently patting her back.

At this moment, Qiao Wanjun was no longer the cold and powerful disciple of Sword One, but simply a gentle and loving mother.

Lu Ran watched his sister sleeping soundly in their mother's embrace. After a long time, he silently lowered his head, playing with the dice in his hand.

On the 15th day of the first month, the more heartwarming the reunion, the more difficult the impending separation.

On the 19th day of the first month, Lu Ran bid farewell to Qiao Yuansi, who was reluctant to part, and boarded the train back to his hometown.

There were only 5 days left until school started, which was the reason Lu Ran gave.

Even though Xiao Yuansi was extremely reluctant, Lu Ran still had to attend classes, and Xiao Yuansi herself would soon start school and join her team for training and growth.

Just an hour's journey.

From heaven to hell.

From the bustling metropolis to the desolate and dilapidated Rain Alley City.

As Lu Ran stepped out of the station, he couldn't help but take a deep breath.

Yes, the scent of home.

"Young man, where are you headed?" A taxi pulled up in front of Lu Ran, and the driver enthusiastically asked.

"To the west of the river, Rain Alley Homes."

"Meter fare, let's go!"

"Okay."

If there was one good thing about Rain Alley City, it was that most destinations were just the meter fare, and the roads were never congested.

Soon, Lu Ran returned to his old, long-neglected home.

As he opened the door, a small figure was squatting at the entrance, curiously looking up at the visitor.

"Did you miss me?" Lu Ran squatted down, smiling as he reached out his hand.

"Meow~" Xiao Li Hua lightly leaped, dodging the person's hand.

"Baa." Lu Ran continued to smile, his face becoming more and more handsome, but his mouth uttered demonic whispers.

"Meow~" Xiao Li Hua whined and quickly ran back.

The playful little one was embraced by Lu Ran, who then strode into the house.

The house was a bit messy, but still tolerable.

His gaze swept over the corner of the living room where food was offered, and Xiao Li Hua didn't seem to have gone hungry.

From now on, she would never go hungry again.

Lu Ran held the cat and bowed before the small shrine. Then, he headed straight for the bathroom.

After a refreshing bath for both man and cat, Lu Ran wrapped Xiao Li Hua in a large bath towel and returned to the shrine.

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"Hmm." After a month, Lu Ran heard the voice of Lord Sheep again.

Previously, while living in the capital and his mother's home, Lu Ran had tried to contact Lord Sheep in his bedroom.

But it had never appeared.

Lu Ran continued, "Can I create demons now?"

"Follow me." As the voice faded, Lu Ran felt his head go blank.

His consciousness was pulled into the spiritual world and arrived at the Demonic Sculpture Garden.

In front of Lu Ran was a stone veil, black in color.

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"It's so big," Lu Ran said as he looked down.

Several days ago, when Lu Ran was inspecting the sculpture garden, he had noticed this issue.

Each time the Evil Spirit Statue advanced in the Mist Realm, Stream Realm, and River Realm, it was like a small change.

But when it advanced to the River Basin Realm, it underwent a qualitative transformation!

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"Creating demons is not the goal; the goal is to control them." Behind him, a deep voice spoke.

Lu Ran turned and saw the black flame-engulfed sheep head.

Those dead sheep eyes were still as terrifying, appearing lifeless.

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"Huff~"

Dense mist radiated from the stone veil, falling onto the palm of the statue and enveloping the tiny human figure within.

Lu Ran closed his eyes and carefully sensed everything.

After an unknown amount of time, the Black Flame Sheep Head suddenly spoke, "Tell me, how will you create demons?"

Lu Ran replied in a deep voice, "With divine power, forge their bodies, and with primordial energy, sculpt their souls."

The Black Flame Sheep Head's voice was hoarse, "Why does this minion obey you?"

Lu Ran frowned slightly, "Its soul originates from 'energy', from the Evil Spirit Statue in my spiritual world.

Demon minions belong to the Evil Spirit Statue, and thus, they belong to me.

But this is not enough."

Lu Ran thought carefully, "When sculpting the demon's soul, I need to infuse it with the concept of obedience and emphasize the distinction between master and servant."

Black Flame Sheep Head: "The child is teachable.

Come, create your first demon servant at the shrine, and I will protect you."

"Yes!" In the small bedroom, Lu Ran suddenly opened his eyes.

"Meow~" The large bath towel in his arms wriggled, and Xiao Li Hua poked her head out.

Lu Ran slightly lowered his head and gently patted Xiao Li Hua's head, "Good girl, I'll make you a big sister to take care of you."

"Huff~"

A wisp of mist emanated from Lu Ran's palm.

(End of Chapter)

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