Chapter 295: Immortal Sheep Mountain, Lu Immortal

Chapter 295: Immortal Sheep Mountain, Lu Immortal

Lu Ran spent a full month and a half in the Demon Cavern.

When he emerged, his Sinful Mirror Demon Idol had reached the Second Tier of River Realm!

During this training, Lu Ran only summoned a general and a charm on the first day. In the following days, he traveled alone.

Inevitably, his efficiency in killing enemies decreased.

However, Lu Ran, who did everything himself, became increasingly adept at using various evil techniques.

Including the new blade technique Lu Ran had realized, he practiced it to perfection! Lu Ran named the third form of the Flame Gate Saber Technique 'Star Scintillation'.

'Scintillation' was taken from the word 'flash'.

'Star' represented the geographical environment and was inspired by the unique beauty within Galaxy Bay.

During his time in the Demon Cavern, Lu Ran could always look up and see the dazzling Milky Way crossing the night sky.

Thus, the name 'Star Scintillation' was decided.

When Lu Ran left Galaxy Bay, it was the 23rd day of the seventh lunar month.

He had spent two full moons in the Demon Cavern.

The difference was indeed astonishing.

On the 15th day of the sixth lunar month, Galaxy Bay was relatively peaceful, and Lu Ran found fewer Sinful Mirror Demons.

But as the date approached the 15th day of the seventh lunar month, the Sinful Mirror Demon Clan became unusually active, appearing in large groups. Even Lu Ran had to temporarily avoid their onslaught.

The military stationed in Stone City was naturally on high alert.

Lu Ran joined the city's defenders, clearing the city of the evil demons causing trouble.

The reason his Sinful Mirror Demon Idol reached the Second Tier of River Realm was largely due to the 'Evil Demon Riot' before and after the 15th day of the seventh lunar month.

Fortunately, Stone City, where Lu Ran was stationed, did not suffer a large-scale, organized attack from the Sinful Mirror Demon Clan.

As for the other Stone Cities and the front-line walls, Lu Ran had no way of knowing their situation.

After returning to Immortal Sheep Mountain, Lu Ran first reported to the Immortal Sheep Sect and then returned to the Falling Immortal Residence, entering a period of seclusion cultivation.

A full month and a half of slaughter allowed him to gain numerous insights and accumulate a lot.

Lu Ran had a vague premonition that he was about to touch the bottleneck of the lower stage! Previously, this was something Lu Ran didn't even dare to think about!

It was on the 6th day of the sixth lunar month that he had advanced to the Fourth Stage of the River Realm.

Now, on the 23rd day of the seventh lunar month, he felt that he was about to reach the bottleneck again?

The blessing of the Sage Sheep, that so-called 'Body Tempering and Marrow Washing', was truly remarkable!

Thus, Lu Ran secluded himself in the Falling Immortal Residence.

Time passed, and it was the 3rd day of the eighth lunar month.

This day was special.

It was September 1st on the solar calendar, the day when various universities started their new semester.

It was also the day Lu Ran emerged from his 10-day seclusion, finally achieving results!

At dusk, in the Falling Immortal Pavilion...

"Heh," Lu Ran wore a long white robe, sitting cross-legged in the center of the pavilion, his sigh carrying a hint of tremor.

Between heaven and earth, immortal mist continuously gathered towards the pavilion.

The person in the pavilion had divine energy flowing within their body like a river, surging along their meridians in an endless cycle.

Lu Ran frantically absorbed the surrounding immortal mist, condensing it into a stream within his body, merging with the raging river inside him.

He constantly expanded his meridians, repeatedly attacking the shackles, trying to break free from the physical restraints.

The setting sun sank, gradually disappearing behind the mountain peak.

The afterglow of the setting sun, reflecting the evening glow in the sky, made Yujuye City look like a beautiful painting.

"Hoo!"

Suddenly, a gust of wind blew, causing Lu Ran's white robe to flutter.

The flowers and plants outside the Falling Immortal Pavilion swayed in the strong wind, and countless petals flew everywhere.

River Realm, Fifth Stage!

Lu Ran did not get up immediately; he continued to absorb the surrounding immortal mist, consolidating his realm.

Only when the sun completely sank behind the mountains did Lu Ran slowly open his eyes.

In his eyes, there was still a radiant glow, dazzling like stars.

At this moment, Lu Ran, surrounded by the swirling immortal mist, gave off a sense of ethereal elegance.

It was unclear if it was due to the influence of Immortal Sheep Mountain's environment or the Body Tempering and Marrow Washing he had undergone.

In any case, Lu Ran's demeanor had changed somewhat.

Wearing the white robe of the Immortal Sheep Sect, his sword-like eyebrows and star-like eyes remained unchanged, but he looked even more valiant.

This moment of advancement, which should have been a cause for celebration, was met with a calm and serene expression, hinting at a sense of transcendence.

His demeanor and aura made him seem even more fitting in the ancient and elegant Falling Immortal Pavilion.

"Hoo," Lu Ran exhaled slowly and stood up.

Turning to look west, the setting sun descended, leaving only the evening glow.

"Fifth Stage of the River Realm," Lu Ran gazed into the distance, his eyes slightly dazed.

This advancement was indeed a cause for joy, but it was more about taking one step at a time, eventually reaching success naturally.

The setting sun, the evening glow, and Immortal Sheep Mountain.

The peaceful and beautiful surroundings had indeed unknowingly calmed Lu Ran's mind.

Lu Ran stared for a long time until the sky darkened, and then he took a step forward, walking towards the Falling Immortal Residence.

As soon as he entered the small courtyard of the Immortal Residence, he saw a bamboo basket on a small wooden table.

Lu Ran smiled and thought of the round-faced Baoma who had been delivering meals every day.

She had been bringing him his favorite stir-fried mushrooms daily.

"Ai," Lu Ran sighed softly.

Since coming to Immortal Sheep Mountain, he had been well taken care of.

This allowed him to focus solely on his cultivation, leading to his smooth advancement.

They were truly kind and considerate people.

"The remaining insights..." Suddenly, a deep voice echoed in his mind.

"Sage Sheep?" Lu Ran paused from eating.

"Your body is ready. Advancing to the River Realm is not about physical cultivation but about the insights within your heart.

Upon hearing this, Lu Ran lightly nodded.

The Immortal Sheep calmly said, "The enlightenment for advancing to the River Realm is something that this Immortal Sheep Mountain cannot offer you at this time."

Lu Ran furrowed his brows slightly, keenly grasping a specific term.

"At this time," referring to Immortal Sheep Mountain? In other words, in the future, this Immortal Sheep Mountain will provide him with a different kind of enlightenment?

Lu Ran contemplated for a while before tentatively asking, "Immortal Sheep, should I return to Rain Alley City?"

Immortal Sheep: "The decision is yours, follow your heart.

When you reach the River Realm, just offer a stick of incense before entering the inner hall."

Lu Ran's heart stirred!

It seemed that Immortal Sheep was planning to send him off to another realm at that time.

He put down his chopsticks and nodded, "Disciple understands!"

"Hmm." The voice transmission ended with a single word, and there was no further conversation.

Lu Ran waited for a moment before picking up his chopsticks again and silently continued his meal.

After finishing all the dishes, Lu Ran cleared the table, picked up the bamboo basket, and entered the mountain residence.

Inside the door, the room on the left was the bedroom, and the room on the right was a bathroom.

Although the interior was also decorated in a classical style, the sink and showerhead were modern.

After washing the chopsticks and plates, Lu Ran placed them back into the bamboo basket and carried it to the wooden table in the courtyard.

Lu Ran had been eating and drinking for free every day, and he already felt quite embarrassed about it.

It was not right to have others wash dishes and plates for him. After putting away the bamboo basket, Lu Ran returned to the master bedroom and picked up his phone.

No one disturbed him, including the five-person group chat, which had been silent for a long time.

Lu Ran thought that Deng Yutang and the others might have created a new group chat to avoid disturbing his cultivation.

Lu Ran sent a message to Jiang Ruyi: "Did school start today?"

After waiting for a while, there was no response.

Lu Ran smiled helplessly and sent another message: "I advanced."

He quietly stared at his phone, but there was still no response after a long time.

Lu Ran couldn't help but think of Jiang Ruyi's elegant and aloof appearance.

The Jiang Ruyi in his phone always had this demeanor.

Only when standing in front of her would Lu Ran see her gentle side.

Even when by her side, if she remained silent and seemed lost in thought, she would give off an intangible sense of distance.

Sometimes, Lu Ran wondered if Jiang Ruyi, as she was now, would be accepted by Sword One if she went to pay her respects.

The growth of the mind and body, tempered by the flames of war.

Indeed, she was no longer the shy and naive girl she once was.

Lu Ran placed his phone on the bedside table and turned to enter the bathroom.

Twenty minutes later, after finishing his bath, Lu Ran returned to the bedroom and glanced at his phone again.

He saw that she still hadn't responded.

"Ruyi, you have a heart of steel."

Lu Ran muttered softly, lifted the bed curtains, and climbed into the large square bed.

The days of arduous cultivation had left him physically and mentally exhausted.

Despite his dissatisfaction, he still fell asleep quickly and slept soundly.

The night passed without incident, and the next morning, Lu Ran woke up groggily, picked up his phone to check the time, and saw a message.

It was sent by Jiang Ruyi in the early hours of the morning.

He immediately opened it, and two simple words lay there quietly:

"Congratulations."

Lu Ran: "."

The previous day, even when he advanced, he had maintained a calm and collected demeanor.

This was because his heart was at peace.

But now, after seeing the brief two words from Jiang Ruyi, his heart was in turmoil!

Yes, I'm in seclusion, and you shouldn't disturb me too much.

But on the day of my advancement, is a simple and perfunctory two-word message all you have for me?

Jiang Goddess,

Are you showing mercy to me?

Lu Ran immediately opened a ticketing app and purchased a flight to Wu Lie River City.

As he was about to pay, he faintly heard the courtyard door being pushed open.

Lu Ran quickly got out of bed, put on a long white robe, and walked out.

In the courtyard, a bamboo basket was placed on the small table.

Outside the courtyard, on the mountain path, was the quietly departing figure of Cheng Rou.

"Senior Sister Cheng!" Lu Ran called out.

"Hmm?" Cheng Rou paused in her steps and turned around.

Seeing Lu Ran's sleepy appearance, a gentle smile appeared on Cheng Rou's face:

"You're awake?"

As she spoke, Cheng Rou turned and returned to the small courtyard, opening the gate.

Lu Ran: "."

Although Cheng Rou was only twenty-seven, Lu Ran always felt that Cheng Rou's words and demeanor were like those of a mother addressing her son.

"Junior Brother, what's wrong?" Cheng Rou asked with concern.

"Ah, Senior Sister, I'm going back. My flight is at noon today."

"Ah?" Cheng Rou was slightly surprised, "You're leaving so soon?"

Lu Ran smiled and nodded, "I'll be back soon, very soon, after I advance to the River Realm."

Cheng Rou's heart skipped a beat, and then a look of delight appeared on her face, "You've already advanced to the River Realm, Fifth Stage?"

Lu Ran nodded again.

"Wow!" Cheng Rou's eyes sparkled with pride and admiration, "That's amazing!"

Lu Ran was speechless.

This tone and demeanor! Lu Ran strongly suspected that Cheng Rou was treating him like a child.

Lu Ran sighed, "Senior Sister, are there any local specialties here? I'd like to bring some back."

But Cheng Rou said, "Do you want to buy a gift for your girlfriend?"

As a loyal viewer of 'Heavenly Pride', she naturally knew that a graceful figure had been accompanying Junior Brother.

Without waiting for Lu Ran's response, Cheng Rou began to think, whispering:

"For such a beautiful girl, we should choose a delicate gift for her, right?"

(End of Chapter)

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