Chapter 308: Radiant Blossom

Chapter 308: Radiant Blossom

Despite Lu Ran's eagerness to continue fighting, after Sun Zhengfang's thorough examination, he was ultimately escorted to the nearest shelter.

Sun Zhengfang was undoubtedly an excellent attending physician.

He could heal wounds, soothe the mind, and even help patients recover their strength faster.

However, all of this was based on the premise that the patient's bodily functions were within the scope of "normal wear and tear."

For someone like Lu Ran, who had exhausted himself by unleashing his ultimate move, it wasn't something that Divine Technique: Green Phoenix Holy Light could cure. He needed rest!

As Lu Ran was supported and led into the West River Gymnasium, a thunderous cheer erupted inside!

Thousands of citizens had sought refuge here, and every fifteenth night, the atmosphere within the gymnasium was heavy, and people's hearts were filled with anxiety.

But on this night!

The people were incredibly excited, as if they wanted to lift the roof of the gymnasium, and they lingered for a long time.

Most of the citizens were watching Heavenly Pride, and they knew that Lu Ran had exhausted himself to repel the Paper Phoenix Clan's Night Parade of Ghosts!

Without any special incidents, the danger level of this night had dropped significantly, and many, many lives would be spared.

Moreover, countless families would be reunited the next day because of Lu Ran's determination.

The people in the gymnasium cheered, their applause thunderous, their faces filled with respect, gratitude, and tears welling up in their eyes.

This was a cheer for Lu Ran.

It was also a way for people to vent their suppressed emotions and express their attitude towards this world filled with hardships.

This scene was naturally captured by cameras and broadcast into countless homes.

Countless viewers across the country watched with mixed emotions, their eyes brimming with tears.

The majority of the audience, while watching this scene, were themselves in shelters within their cities, listening to the roars and battle cries outside, spending a night filled with fear.

How could they not empathize deeply?

Lu Ran had already become a symbol of Rain Alley City and a spiritual pillar for countless people.

There was no need for Heavenly Pride to give him a score.

The people had already scored Lu Ran with their hoarse voices and red, clapping hands.

"Let's go." Lu Ran lowered his head and gently tugged at the corner of Jiang Ruyi's clothes.

Many people were holding their phones, filming the two from various angles.

Lu Ran's small gesture naturally didn't escape the many cameras.

The valiant Lu Tianjiao displaying such a docile and cute manner created a stark contrast, and it seemed like another animated GIF was about to be made.

"Mhm." Jiang Ruyi whispered in response.

Led by several Moon Gazers, she supported Lu Ran as they walked past the sidelines towards a separate resting room.

Thanks to the Moon Gazers maintaining order, otherwise, the path to the resting room might not have been so smooth.

It wasn't until they reached an office that the Moon Gazers politely bid farewell and left, leaving only the two of them, and Lu Ran finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Lu Ran removed the hidden camera from his head and said, "You should take yours off too."

Jiang Ruyi helped him remove his equipment and take off his raincoat, her movements gentle. "Leaving the arena is a justified reason, and the most they'll do is deduct your points.

But turning off the camera is against the rules, and it will result in disqualification."

Lu Ran said, "I didn't turn it off, just removed it."

He didn't want people to see his weak side.

Lu Ran always believed that Tianjiao should display a powerful demeanor and a positive, uplifting spirit.

Not a pale, sickly appearance.

Jiang Ruyi helped Lu Ran onto a small bed and then fetched a plastic stool, sitting by the bed and speaking softly, "Sleep."

Lu Ran remained silent for a moment before saying, "I took it off."

"Mhm, good." This time, Jiang Ruyi didn't refuse Lu Ran.

She removed the camera from the side of her head and placed it on the desk not far away. After turning off the office lights, she sat by the bed again.

In the dimly lit room, Jiang Ruyi's soft voice echoed:

"Sleep."

The camera on the desk captured the shadows of the two.

One lay on the bed resting, while the other sat by the bed, quietly guarding.

This office was located inside the building and had no windows, but above the door, there was a glass panel.

The light from outside filtered through the glass, entering the room, and it just so happened to create a boundary line along the edge of the bed.

Lu Ran slept in the darkness, while Jiang Ruyi's silhouette was backlit and blurred.

She still wore the oversized raincoat, not revealing her impressive figure.

Her hand could be seen gently holding Lu Ran's palm.

Thus, a unique live broadcast room came into being.

Among the other 49 Tianjiao channels, everyone was engaged in fierce battles, covered in blood and sweat.

Only Lu Ran's channel was filled with tranquility and a mix of light and shadow.

"Sister Ruyi is so gentle~"

"Wu Lie He University, Wu Lie He University!!!"

"Okay, dear, I'll listen to you and go to sleep right away. I'm turning off the device!"

"Huh? Is this a new trend? Live-streaming sleep? Everyone else is fighting fiercely, and you're sleeping on the Tianjiao broadcast?"

"Newbie? Don't talk if you don't know the situation! What's wrong with sleeping after fighting off the Night Parade of Ghosts?"

"Are you crazy, or am I? Do you even know what you're saying?"

"Is this for real?"

"When did this happen?"

"Right before sleep, of course! Hey, don't make a big deal out of it; it's just a simple thing."

"Lu Ran! Radiant Light! The Divine Armament Domain is so cool!!!"

"This young man is truly remarkable; our human race has gained another powerful warrior!"

"Witnessing it personally is an honor!"

"+1!"

In the Jiang family residence, on the sofa, Jiang Zheng, a grown man, watched his daughter on the screen, and his eyes grew moist.

In the recent battle, he watched as his daughter soared high into the night sky, facing perilous circumstances.

Now, Lu Ran has resolved the crisis, freeing his daughter and rescuing all the people living in Rain Alley City, including the couple.

Taking care of Lu Ran is only natural.

But his daughter has also experienced life-threatening situations and needs comfort.

By his side, his wife, Zhuang Jingyi, slightly tilted her head, resting on her husband's shoulder, and sighed softly.

The couple would not appear at the balcony window, fearing they might disturb the children carrying out their mission.

But how could they possibly be at ease?

Every time Heavenly Pride is on, they stay up all night in front of the TV, their hearts rising and falling with the show.

"Meow~" Xiao Lihua, the cat in Zhuang Jingyi's arms, leisurely licked her paws.

Her carefree expression seemed unaware of her master's condition.

Jiang Zheng spoke softly, "Let's call them home for dinner."

Zhuang Jingyi responded, "Xiao Ran is at a critical stage of his Ascension, so we should minimize disturbances."

As a mother, Zhuang Jingyi was calmer, perhaps because she was a judge.

Jiang Zheng said, "You're a tough mom."

Zhuang Jingyi snuggled up to Jiang Zheng's side, "You know what kind of daughter she is, and once she's made up her mind, she won't change.

The stronger Xiao Ran becomes, the safer they'll be."

Jiang Zheng fell silent and didn't speak further.

He felt that the stronger the two children became, the more dangerous it would be.

If they were like the other Moon Gazers, hovering around the third stage of the River Realm, their battlefield would be limited to the 15th night in Rain Alley City.

Once Lu Ran ascends to the River Boundary, he will undoubtedly have greater responsibilities.

Jiang Zheng naturally hopes for an outstanding son-in-law, but being too outstanding might become a burden.

"Meow~"

Jiang Zheng glanced at the cat in his wife's arms and then turned back to the TV.

On the screen, his daughter remained motionless, sitting quietly by the bed.

In fact, from the moment Jiang Ruyi successfully honored the gods, his daughter and parents became people from two different worlds.

Fortunately, in that other world, she found someone who genuinely cared for her.

But this person...

He didn't know where she would lead her.

Jiang Zheng felt helpless, only able to watch from afar as he bid his daughter farewell.

The Jiang couple sat on the sofa all night, and Jiang Ruyi also kept vigil by the bed.

Strangely, the number of viewers in Lu Ran's live stream remained high!

As news of Lu Ran activating his Divine Armament Domain and repelling the Night Parade of Ghosts spread, the channel's popularity increased instead of decreasing, consistently topping the charts.

That night, she stayed by his side.

But countless others also stayed up, watching over the two of them.

Lu Ran and Jiang Ruyi's affections for each other were evident to everyone.

In a world filled with hardships, the blooming flowers seemed even more radiant.

This radiant flower now received admiration and blessings from the world.

Only time will tell how long it can flourish amidst the ruins.

The third season of Heavenly Pride finally concluded after dawn.

With the live stream cut off, millions of viewers were left homeless, flocking to various forums to stir up a storm of excitement.

People discussed Lu Ran's connection with the Crimson Paper Clan, the Paper Phoenix Clan's retreat, the Radiant Light Saber, and the effects of the Divine Armament Domain.

They even came up with various names for the Divine Armament Domain.

Radiant Flight, Falling Radiant Array, Seven-Colored Auspicious Clouds... until a post appeared that left people feeling empty.

Heavenly Pride has already reached its third season!

According to the show's plan, there will only be five seasons in total.

The hundred Heavenly Talents who accompanied the world will have their final rankings decided on Lunar New Year's Eve, and then they will leave everyone.

Next season, there will be another Blooming Beauties and Showy Competition, but it won't be the same people.

Lu Ran was unaware of the outside world's commotion, but he shared the same feeling as everyone else.

He felt empty!

Not emotionally, but physically.

It was too damn empty.

Lu Ran was brought home by Jiang Ruyi, and after bathing and changing, he collapsed onto the bed.

"I'm done for," Lu Ran said with a wry smile.

His body was exhausted, and the aftereffects were intense.

During his shower, he had to sit on the ground, his limbs weak, almost unable to stand.

He endured and endured, but still didn't call for Jiang Ruyi to help him out.

Hmm, self-respect.

Once his body recovers, he'll have to thoroughly test the Radiant Light Saber and find its limits.

Lu Ran grabbed the blanket with one hand and tried to pull it over himself.

Suddenly, a slender hand reached out, caught the blanket, and helped him cover himself, then gently tucked in the corners.

Lu Ran: "..."

"Hehe~" Jiang Ruyi chuckled softly.

She looked at Lu Ran, who couldn't take care of himself, feeling amused and heartbroken.

Zhuang Jingyi propped herself up on Lu Ran's body with both hands and looked down at him, "Now it's my turn to bully you?"

Lu Ran: ???

Zhuang Jingyi raised her eyebrows slightly, a hint of a smile on her lips.

Lu Ran's face turned awkward, and he repeatedly said, "No, no, no, I'm wrong, I'm really wrong.

Lady, spare my dog life."

Jiang Ruyi smiled but didn't speak, only curling her fingers to gently tap Lu Ran's forehead.

Then, she turned and left, lazily running her hand through her long hair, leaving Lu Ran with a graceful and enchanting silhouette.

Lu Ran's heart raced with anxiety!

"Click."

The door closed.

Jiang Ruyi leaned against the door, her expression suddenly changing, her eyes lowered, and her face flushed.

You little rascal, you scared me.

Let's see if you dare bully me again.

(End of Chapter)

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