Chapter 344: In the Mortal World, You Can Still Rise to the Heavens

Chapter 344: In the Mortal World, You Can Still Rise to the Heavens

Lu Ran slowly descended to the edge of the cliff, facing Wanjun Qiao, and sheathed her Night Silence Sword.

The two stood about a meter apart, with Lu Ran's heels hovering in mid-air.

When it came to his mother, Lu Ran had always felt both love and respect, and he didn't dare let her retreat any further, so he could only do this.

It was quite interesting.

Lu Ran had thought that after entering that study, he would have let go of his past and made peace with his younger self.

But this time, as he returned to Swift Crane Peak, he realized that he was still as cautious as ever.

It seemed like nothing had changed.

Regarding his request to see his mother, the emotions that filled Lu Ran's heart were not anticipation, longing, or joy.

His first thought was the fear of being turned away.

This alone was enough to explain many things.

Before Lu Ran could even speak, Wanjun Qiao used a playful remark to indicate that she had been waiting for him.

With just a simple sentence, all of Lu Ran's worries vanished.

Perhaps, as early as the night Lu Ran delivered the hot milk, Wanjun Qiao had already considered how to care for him.

Only Lu Ran,

was still trapped in the special years of his youth.

Cautious and apprehensive.

"You are even more outstanding than I imagined, and you have unlocked the Divine Armament Domain with it." Wanjun Qiao's voice was gentle.

Lu Ran looked at the side where his mother was standing.

Wanjun Qiao's hand behind her back still held the Radiant Blade.

The struggling Radiant Blade.

"Buzz! Buzz!"

The Radiant Blade trembled continuously, its radiance dazzling, as if it wanted to break free from the woman's control.

However, Wanjun Qiao held the hilt firmly, preventing it from moving.

Casually and comfortably.

Lu Ran asked himself if he could do the same, and the answer was no.

Even if he was from the River Realm, even if he had unlocked the Soul Shattering Demon Art, it would still be difficult for him to imprison the Radiant Blade.

This was a Divine Armament!

Moreover, it was a Divine Armament that had unlocked its domain!

Lu Ran remained silent for a moment before speaking, "Mom, you said that after the Radiant Blade unlocks its domain, it will be difficult for you to wield it."

Wanjun Qiao smiled, "The Divine Armament Domain also has its levels of strength and weakness.

Whether it's a person or a weapon, on this path of ascension, there is no limit.

You can help it more."

Lu Ran: ". . ."

As expected, the more beautiful a woman is, the more deceptive she can be.

After I understand the deeper levels of the Divine Armament Domain with the Radiant Blade and unlock the Auspicious Cloud Vortex, will it still be immovable in your hands?

"Alright." Wanjun Qiao spoke softly, her thumb gently caressing the hilt.

Radiant Blade: ". . ."

Are you telling me to stop causing trouble?

Alright, fine, you are the mother of the owner.

The Radiant Blade resignedly fell silent.

Feeling the Radiant Blade's stillness, Wanjun Qiao released her grip.

The real son was already standing before her.

The counterfeit "Spirit Son" could now leave.

She didn't want to let the Radiant Blade go during its most rebellious state, as it would surely shoot out violently and might shatter the mountain cliffs.

"Buzz~"

The Radiant Blade flew back to Lu Ran's side, not sheathing itself but instead thrusting its hilt into Lu Ran's hand.

The incredibly powerful Divine Armament now looked like a pitiful, small child seeking comfort.

Wanjun Qiao paid no attention to the Radiant Blade but instead gazed softly at Lu Ran's eyes, "It's been a long time since we last met, and you've had an extraordinary experience."

Lu Ran nodded, "Mom, I am now the master of Falling Immortal Mountain."

Wanjun Qiao's eyebrows furrowed slightly as she thought, "Master of Falling Immortal Mountain?"

Lu Ran: ". . ."

Are small sects and factions not worthy of your attention?

To be honest, in terms of rank, I am higher than you!

My side has the Main Mountain Main Deity!

Your side is just a Branch Mountain, and there's no deity.

Of course, Lu Ran wouldn't dare say these words out loud.

Wanjun Qiao seemed to remember something, "Cai Nan Province, Ye Yu City, Immortal Sheep Sect, Falling Immortal Mountain."

"Yes!" Lu Ran nodded vigorously.

Unexpectedly, Wanjun Qiao did not show a smile.

Even the warmth in her eyes dissipated quietly, turning back into the deep water abyss.

After a moment of thought, she spoke softly, "It seems that Lord Sheep greatly values you.

He has given you the position of the Mortal World Leader."

Lu Ran's heart stirred slightly, and he tested, "Mom, you don't approve?"

"How could that be?" Wanjun Qiao suddenly regained her gentle demeanor and smiled at Lu Ran, "Do you intend to keep facing me like this?"

"Oh, oh." Lu Ran quickly took off his mask and fisherman's hat.

Wanjun Qiao looked at Lu Ran quietly, and suddenly, she was at a loss for words.

Not only was he the leader of the Immortal Sheep Sect in the Mortal World.

Had he also received blessings from the Divine Lord?

Wanjun Qiao, who had been in seclusion, was completely cut off from the outside world.

She didn't know that the Radiant Blade had unlocked its domain, nor did she know about Lu Ran's blessings.

But after Lu Ran removed his disguise, his astonishing appearance was enough for Wanjun Qiao to make many speculations.

At the cliff, everything was quiet.

Only the cold wind blew, and the frosty snow danced.

"Mom?" Lu Ran called out softly.

Wanjun Qiao snapped out of her memories, shook her head, and smiled, "Originally, you and him were somewhat similar.

Now, you have surpassed him by far, like the difference between clouds and mud."

Lu Ran's heart was filled with mixed emotions.

In Lu Ran's heart, his father had always been a hero, someone he admired and pursued.

But when Lu Ran achieved all of this and even gained Wanjun Qiao's approval, he didn't feel the joy he had imagined.

Lu Ran didn't know what to say, so he changed the subject, "By the way, Mom, I brought you a gift and placed it in your study."

Wanjun Qiao was quite surprised, "Your study?"

Lu Ran shrugged, looking relaxed, "You told me not to disturb you in your study.

If you're not in your study, I can't disturb you."

"Hehe~" Wanjun Qiao chuckled softly.

The female sword immortal standing atop Swift Crane Peak seemed to have become more vibrant.

She raised her hand and beckoned to Lu Ran.

Lu Ran took a step forward, finally no longer needing to scrape the ground with half of his foot.

Her palm landed on Lu Ran's head, and she gently rubbed it.

She didn't blame him; instead, she seemed somewhat relieved, with a hint of approval in her eyes.

However, her body seemed to have been thoroughly soaked by frost.

Her hand was freezing cold, and it wasn't as soft as he had imagined.

Lu Ran suddenly spoke up, "Mom, are you resisting something?"

Wanjun Qiao's movements momentarily stalled, but she quickly concealed it and said softly, "How did you know?"

Lu Ran: "From the words written on the wall."

He was about to continue, wanting to talk about the calligraphy character 'sword' and the brushstrokes.

But after hearing Lu Ran's words, Wanjun Qiao suddenly lifted her gaze.

Those eyes, like a deep water abyss, were colder than her hands, and they made Lu Ran feel chilled all over.

"What gift did you get for Mom?" Wanjun Qiao asked with a smile.

Her tone was as usual, as if nothing had happened, as if the previous gaze hadn't come from her.

Lu Ran sighed heavily in his heart.

It seemed she didn't want to talk about it.

Was there something she was concerned about?

Just now, when he mentioned becoming the master of Falling Immortal Mountain, her reaction was also a bit off.

Instead of feeling the joy and pride of a mother, she seemed to be deep in thought.

This...

"You'll know once we get home," Lu Ran responded casually, his thoughts a bit scattered.

Wanjun Qiao didn't press further but asked, "Did they give you a hard time?"

Lu Ran immediately understood that his mother was referring to the pair of divine weapons in the study.

"No, no," Lu Ran shook his head repeatedly, then suddenly remembered something, "Oh, and you mustn't ask them about it!"

"Okay, okay."

Her slightly exasperated yet indulgent tone finally sounded like a typical mother.

"How is Mom's cultivation going? Is everything still going smoothly?"

"It's fine."

"When will you be coming home?"

"Do you want me to come back for you?" Wanjun Qiao teased with a smile.

The longer they conversed, the more human she seemed.

Lu Ran thought for a moment and cautiously asked, "Can you come back for Xiaoyuansi's birthday on the 15th of the first lunar month?"

Lu Ran's expectant gaze and his careful request softened Wanjun Qiao's heart.

She could sense that the bond between her children was truly strong.

If it weren't for Xiaoyuansi, Lu Ran wouldn't be so insistent.

Seeing his mother's silence, Lu Ran continued, "I'll spend New Year's Eve with Xiaoyuansi.

You can come back for the Lantern Festival and celebrate our birthdays together.

Just one night, is that okay?"

Of course, Lu Ran knew that one shouldn't be disturbed during seclusion.

Especially not someone like Wanjun Qiao.

To this day, Lu Ran still didn't know the extent of Wanjun Qiao's strength.

But his ignorance didn't make him fearless.

On the contrary, it was precisely because of his ignorance that Lu Ran felt even more reverence.

"Okay, I promise you," Wanjun Qiao said softly, a hint of guilt flashing in her eyes.

Lu Ran heaved a sigh of relief.

Now, Xiaoyuansi would be happy for a long time.

"Mom, I have something else to tell you."

"Hmm?"

"Immortal Ram sent me a message, saying he wants to open a divine ruin and asked me to prepare well."

Wanjun Qiao's exquisite face gradually lost its smile.

Like receding tidewaters, it all vanished.

Icy.

Once again, through his mother's eyes, Lu Ran felt a chill that reached the bottom of his heart.

Wanjun Qiao remained silent, and Lu Ran became increasingly anxious.

How could he, who was like a vast river, be so incompetent?

Suddenly, Lu Ran understood something!

Why did Chen Jingjing speak as if it was a given that she would be punished to kneel by Wanjun Qiao?

Chen Jingjing, a powerful figure in the River Realm, was revered wherever she went.

But when she spoke those words, there wasn't a hint of dissatisfaction.

Nor did she feel humiliated!

Today, standing before Wanjun Qiao, Lu Ran truly experienced it.

In Wanjun Qiao's eyes, those powerful figures in the River Realm were no different from ants!

After all, Wanjun Qiao and Lu Ran were mother and son.

Lu Ran knew she wouldn't harm him.

But what about others?

"Immortal Ram," Wanjun Qiao said indifferently.

Lu Ran's scalp went numb!

Couldn't she add 'Lord' after 'Immortal Ram'?

Lu Ran opened his mouth, "You don't want me to go?"

Wanjun Qiao: "Do you know when your sect's divine ruin will be opened?"

"Three months... two months later, just in time to celebrate Xiaoyuansi's birthday."

Wanjun Qiao took a step forward.

Lu Ran reacted swiftly, immediately sidestepping to make way.

Wanjun Qiao stood at the edge of the cliff, gazing at the distant, undulating snow-capped mountains.

Lu Ran watched her silently, observing her quietly standing silhouette.

After an unknown amount of time, Wanjun Qiao spoke softly, "It won't be easy for you to come back alive."

Lu Ran replied in a low voice, "I'm mentally prepared."

"Do you still want to go?"

"I still want to go!"

"Why?" Wanjun Qiao asked softly, "You're growing up faster than I expected.

In the mortal world, you can also climb to the heavens step by step."

Lu Ran took a moment to process his mother's unique words, not responding immediately.

He had too many reasons to go.

To fulfill the expectations of Immortal Ram.

To uncover the mysteries of this world.

"I'll come back, Mom," Lu Ran said resolutely, "Immortal Ram has been very kind to me, a debt of gratitude as vast as the heavens."

Wanjun Qiao lowered her gaze, looking at the white snow-covered forest beneath her.

Lu Ran asked, "Has Mom been to a divine ruin before? Do you know what's behind it?"

Wanjun Qiao suddenly said, "Ranran."

"Hmm?"

"Promise Mom one thing."

"What is it?"

"If you discover that this world is different from what you imagined..."

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