Chapter 350: The Final Battle

Chapter 350: The Final Battle

On the 15th day of the last month, as expected, the morning arrived with snowflakes gently falling, and the streets and alleys were covered in a blanket of white.

The once desolate Rain Alley City transformed into a serene fairy tale town, its atmosphere suddenly changing.

Lu Ran and his sister did not ask Wang Ling to come and pick them up.

They set off from home and walked towards the Central Square in River East.

"Attention! Salute!"

A solemn voice suddenly rang out.

Four Moon Watchers on patrol along the street stood straight with solemn expressions, saluting the approaching young man.

Lu Ran returned the salute with a polite fist and palm gesture.

He somewhat regretted walking there.

Every patrol team they encountered and every Moon Watcher stationed at various locations expressed their utmost respect for him without exception.

This had nothing to do with the title of "Tianjiao."

In terms of status and position:

Ever since Lu Ran advanced to the River Realm and entered the top floor of the Valiant Tower, he was no longer an ordinary guardian.

Instead, he had become a powerful human guardian of the entire city!

From the perspective of Lu Ran's achievements, on every 15th night, he had saved countless lives and rescued numerous families.

The salutes from the Moon Watchers were not merely a requirement of regulations but came from their genuine hearts.

"Hehe~"

Qiao Yuansi was delighted, her eyes sparkling.

Every time she witnessed such a scene, her heart would fill with sweetness.

She walked in the middle of the road, intentionally choosing paths that others had not trodden, leaving footprints on the smooth, white snow.

Lu Ran followed a few meters behind her, walking over the same path.

Using his slightly larger footprints, he covered her small ones.

He seemed to be enjoying himself.

Back when he used to walk to and from school, Lu Ran would deliberately step only on the bricks, avoiding the gaps.

He didn't know why.

It was as if he would occasionally throw a basketball for no apparent reason.

"Bro~"

"Hmm?"

"There's a group of Moon Watchers stationed ahead, get ready to salute them!" Qiao Yuansi said, walking backward with her hands behind her back and a smile on her face.

Lu Ran: ". . ."

Today, Qiao Yuansi wore a white down jacket, jeans, and Martin boots.

She still wore her white knitted hat, with the pompom on top swaying.

She looked like a cute and lovely young girl, but where was the powerful martial artist of the River Realm's Fifth Stage?

Yes, on the 10th day, Qiao Yuansi had also advanced to the Fifth Stage of the River Realm.

It was said that after her team returned to school and submitted their mission, the school rewarded them with a Barrier-Breaking Pill.

This pill was refined from various special plants found in a unique Demon Cave.

True to its name, it could assist cultivators in breaking through bottlenecks.

The Guan Niuwang Trio were all at the Fifth Stage of the River Realm, and further advancement only required insight, so taking this pill would be of little use to them.

Naturally, the pill ended up in Qiao Yuansi's hands.

And then she advanced.

As expected of the Capital University, their resources were incredibly abundant. They could even produce such a rare pill.

In this world, pills existed but were extremely niche.

Over 99% of believers would probably never have the chance to consume a single pill in their lifetime.

Among the Great Xia's Divine Sequence, only one deity had delved into this path.

Disciples of this sect, upon reaching the River Realm, could use secret arts to refine various pills.

One could imagine how rare these pills were.

Regarding the effects of the Barrier-Breaking Pill, it was more practical for cultivators to gather a large number of demon crystals to assist in breaking through and advancing rather than seeking connections and spending a fortune to purchase the pill.

Qiao Yuansi's team obtaining this Barrier-Breaking Pill was not a reward for their monthly assessment but the end-of-term reward for the entire semester.

"Attention! Salute!"

"You've worked hard," Lu Ran said with a fist and palm gesture, his attitude humble.

After walking past the building, Qiao Yuansi continued walking backward and winked at Lu Ran.

"I know you just want to watch the show. Have you thought about how to advance?" Lu Ran asked.

"Hmph." Qiao Yuansi immediately turned around and walked forward. "I've already figured it out."

Lu Ran: "What is it?"

Qiao Yuansi, with her hands behind her back, shook her head, and the pompom on her knitted hat swayed, looking adorable:

"It's a secret, a secret~"

Qiao Yuansi had picked up this phrase from a novel, and it felt mysterious and high-class.

Saying it felt so cool~

Lu Ran: ". . ."

As Qiao Yuansi took a step, she jumped with joy.

She was just like Lu Ran used to be, throwing a basketball for no apparent reason.

Lu Ran hesitated for a moment before saying, "Focus and meditate.

Your body is already prepared, and you can advance to the River Realm at any time. This is also your chance to surpass your teammates."

The Guan Niuwang Trio were all First and Second Rank Divine Followers, with higher aptitudes than Qiao Yuansi, and they had advanced to the Fifth Stage of the River Realm long ago.

They had been stuck at this stage, causing the four of them to return to the same starting line.

At least, that's how it appeared on the surface.

If Qiao Yuansi could get lucky and have a sudden realization, she would undoubtedly solidify her position within the team.

"Hey~ Don't pick on me!" Qiao Yuansi protested, then added, "And don't say anything about me later when you put on the camera!"

"I'll keep quiet if you have a good meditation."

Lu Ran certainly had no intention of exposing his sister online.

In fact, when he put on the miniature camera, his words towards the Guan Niuwang Trio were also extremely restrained.

However, Lu Ran was the Great Xia's Tianjiao.

His various performances had already raised the expectations of the audience.

No matter how brave and skilled the Capital City team was, in the eyes of the audience, they still had many flaws.

After participating in Tianjiao, the Capital City team received mixed reviews, and the pressure was indeed significant.

Nevertheless, their name had been made.

Whether it was the school, their families, or various social circles, everyone paid special attention to them.

As the siblings made their way forward, Lu Ran repeatedly expressed his gratitude for their hard work, and they finally arrived at the Valiant Tower.

At that moment, the Guan Niuwang Trio had already donned their equipment and was waiting at the entrance of the Valiant Tower.

"Emperor Ran!"

"Good morning!" The crowd greeted him enthusiastically.

As Lu Ran and his sister appeared on the camera feed, the chat box on his channel exploded with messages.

"Emperor Ran is here~~~ If you have business, speak up, if not, leave the court~~~"

"I knew it! That day at the airport, he was the one carrying his sister in a princess carry! The hat matches the description!"

"So sweet! I want to be hugged by Ran like a princess too!"

"Follow me with a sword! Steal Ruoyi, kill Ran Dog!"

"It's the last match, I can't bear to see it end, it's so sad. [Crying.JPG]"

"Lu Ran, when will you become the first Tianjiao of Great Xia?"

"Today! Today is the day!"

Lu Ran's figure didn't linger long in the camera frame.

After greeting his teammates, he entered the building with a Moon Watcher leading the way, heading straight for the top floor.

When the elevator reached the 68th floor and the doors opened, several figures who had been waiting greeted them.

The leader was a middle-aged woman with a noble and dignified aura.

She wore a coat similar to a police uniform, exuding a powerful presence, with her long hair tied in a bun at the back of her head.

Yet, her face carried a gentle smile.

As Lu Ran's gaze met hers, her expression even held a hint of maternal love.

"Aunt Liu, Captain Ge." Lu Ran stepped out of the elevator.

He only recognized these two, and to the other leaders waiting there, he nodded slightly.

Liu Yunlan smiled and got straight to the point, "Do you have the confidence to maintain the 17-point lead?"

Lu Ran: "I'll do my best and leave the rest to fate."

Ge Bin suggested, "You can adjust your tactics slightly and get into the zone from the start. With the traveling speed of your Divine Technique - Celestial Hoof, your protection range can cover a large part of the city."

Lu Ran nodded, "Okay."

Since it was the final battle, he should indeed give it his all.

Liu Yunlan patted Lu Ran's shoulder and led him to the side.

At some point, the vast command center fell silent.

The soldiers all turned their attention to the young man standing next to Director Liu.

Everyone knew the position this Rain Alley youth was in.

After tonight,

Lu Ran might very well stand at the pinnacle of Great Xia!

Or perhaps, in the hearts of countless citizens, Lu Ran had already become the undisputed champion of Great Xia.

The welcoming party quietly dispersed.

Liu Yunlan led Lu Ran back to the floor-to-ceiling window that Deng Yuxiang loved.

Outside the window, snowflakes danced, and the city was draped in white.

Liu Yunlan stood shoulder to shoulder with Lu Ran, gazing at the small city blanketed in white, feeling that Rain Alley was beautiful for once.

She spoke softly, "We've received news that tonight, the demons might not be at ease."

Lu Ran: "Are there any powerful outsiders stationed here?"

Liu Yunlan whispered, "There's one."

Lu Ran's heart sank, "What's their cultivation level?"

If there were no powerful outsiders, it meant that Liu Yunlan and Ge Bin were highly likely to protect Rain Alley.

Of course, it was just a high probability.

After all, the paper Luan clan's Night Parade of Ghosts was still fresh in Lu Ran's memory.

If not for Lu Ran's Radiant Blade and the Divine Armament Field - Auspicious Clouds, Rain Alley would have suffered heavy losses that night.

If powerful outsiders were coming, it would be even more terrifying.

Through the cultivation level of the aid, Lu Ran could also indirectly gauge the strength of the incoming enemy.

Of course, such a judgment wasn't accurate and could only serve as a reference.

"I don't know." Liu Yunlan shook her head lightly.

"Huh?" Lu Ran was a bit surprised, "I'm not asking about the lower cultivation levels, I'm referring to the higher ones."

Liu Yunlan sighed softly, "It's unclear, we've only received a notification from above, and we haven't even seen the person.

Up until now, we don't know where this Mr. Guan is."

"Mr. Guan?"

"Guan Xiao, the 'Xiao' from 'Xiao Xiong' (hero)."

Lu Ran took note of the name and nodded silently.

Suddenly, Liu Yunlan turned and smiled at Lu Ran, "Compared to outsiders, having you here is enough to put my mind at ease."

Lu Ran waved his hands repeatedly, "It's not that big of a deal."

Liu Yunlan straightened the coat draped over her shoulders and looked down at the city below, "Why be so modest?

For over a year, you've protected Rain Alley very well.

Night after night of the Night Parade of Ghosts, and the Demon Lord's descent.

My trust in you, and the reverence of the people of Rain Alley, were earned with each swing of your blade, not through empty gestures."

Lu Ran: "..."

Mentioning the people's reverence made Lu Ran feel a bit embarrassed.

He still didn't want to accept people's kneeling and worship, but the world's customs and reverence for deities were deeply ingrained.

Moreover, Lu Ran had indeed saved people's lives and their families time and again.

Liu Yunlan smiled lightly, "Let's not talk about that.

I've given the order that tonight, wherever you go, every Moon Watcher you meet will follow your commands and cooperate with you in fighting the enemy."

Lu Ran hesitated, "Isn't that inappropriate?"

Although in actual combat, the Moon Watchers were willing to follow Lu Ran's suggestions.

But following suggestions and obeying orders were two different things.

Such words shouldn't come from the mouth of a Divine Citizen Bureau Director.

Liu Yunlan didn't respond to Lu Ran's question.

She smiled gracefully and extended her hand to Lu Ran, "Auntie wishes you success in becoming the true first Tianjiao of Great Xia."

Lu Ran shook hands with her lightly, and Liu Yunlan turned and left, giving him some space.

He silently looked out the window.

As he gazed, his eyes adjusted, and he saw his own face reflected on the floor-to-ceiling window.

"Do you have a pen?" After a while, Lu Ran suddenly spoke up.

"Yes!" Not far away, a Moon Watcher, filled with excitement, immediately brought a pen over.

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