Chapter 51: The Fall of a Deity?
Chapter 51: The Fall of a Deity?
At around 8 in the morning, a luxurious sedan slowly drove into the Rain Alley Community.
Along the way, the car was stopped multiple times by the Moon Gazers on patrol duty.
To be honest, it would have been faster to walk home.
"Sister, want to come in for a drink?" Lu Ran, sitting in the passenger seat, didn't seem to be in a hurry to get out of the car.
"I still have to return to my team; we have a mission," Deng Yuxiang shook her head.
Lu Ran said, "Since dawn, our squad has been patrolling those two blocks over and over, but there are no demons left."
Deng Yuxiang smiled and said, "Go home, take a hot shower, and get some good rest.
We'll report your performance on the Night of the Fifteenth truthfully."
Seeing that the Great Nightmare was determined to leave, Lu Ran didn't say anything more. After all, she was a warrior, and he was just a student.
"Goodbye, sister," Lu Ran patted the large bath towel he was holding in his arms.
A small furry head poked out from within the towel, followed by a pair of cat-like eyes resembling beautiful glass beads, sparkling and translucent.
"Meow~" Li Hua, the lynx cat, stuck her head out, rubbing against Lu Ran's palm, ignoring Deng Yuxiang.
Lu Ran didn't use the Divine Technique of Compassionate Sound.
It was clear that Li Hua had a lot of spirit and knew who had saved her life.
"Let's go, I still have a mission," Deng Yuxiang urged.
Lu Ran: "..."
Woman,
Your name is Heartless.
Last night, we weathered the storm together, inseparable, and dealt with countless demons. Now that the sun has risen and the demons have scattered, you turn your back on me?
Do you think you can just ignore me after meowing all night?
"Goodbye!" Lu Ran carefully wrapped Li Hua to protect her from the rain.
He picked up the Radiance Blade, opened the car door, and got out. Turning back, he said, "This raincoat..."
"Take it," Deng Yuxiang waved dismissively, stepped on the gas, and drove away.
Lu Ran watched the car until it was out of sight, then headed back home.
"Here, your new home."
After opening the door, Lu Ran slightly lifted a corner of the bath towel.
"Meow~" Little Li Hua let out a soft cry and darted out.
Her vitality and health were undoubtedly due to the Chief Physician, Sun Zhengfang, a Green Phoenix follower.
Indeed, the Green Phoenix followers were extraordinary.
Not only could they heal physical injuries, but they could also soothe emotional wounds.
Lu Ran headed towards the bathroom with his head down, took off his wet clothes, and enjoyed a hot shower.
But as he was washing, he suddenly heard a cat's meow and the sound of claws scratching at the door from outside.
Should a stray cat be this clingy?
Lu Ran couldn't help but speed up.
By the time he finished drying off and opened the bathroom door, the meowing had stopped.
To his surprise, Little Li Hua hadn't left.
She sat quietly outside the bathroom, tilting her small head, her fluffy tail swaying back and forth, clearly waiting for Lu Ran to come out.
"So intelligent?" Lu Ran was amazed.
He bent down to pick up Li Hua, but she darted away.
Lu Ran: ???
Wow, trying to lure me here? If you don't want me to hold you, why scratch at the door?
Lu Ran's expression was strange as he walked up to the shrine and respectfully bowed, "Divine Sheep, your disciple has returned."
He didn't say much, just a simple greeting, before heading straight to the small bed.
No need for words, three big characters—See you in my dreams!
Lu Ran knew that this sleep would be anything but peaceful!
After all, the night before, he had killed many demons and captured numerous souls.
This time, Lu Ran had learned his lesson. Before going to sleep, he first took out his phone to let his sister and teammates know he was safe. Only then did he lie down.
"Meow?"
Seeing that Lu Ran was asleep, Li Hua, the lynx cat, actually came closer.
She jumped onto the small bed, circled around once, and finally fixed her gaze on Lu Ran's hand.
Little Li Hua snuggled up to Lu Ran's hand, rubbing her fluffy head against his palm, and settled down comfortably.
The little cat slept soundly and contentedly, while Lu Ran...
As expected, he found himself in the Demon Sculpture Garden once again.
This time, Lu Ran stood before the sculpture of the Soulshattering Demon.
"Wow~!"
Lu Ran exclaimed, gazing up at the massive, pitch-black demonic sculpture.
This statue was clearly much larger than the other demonic sculptures.
As Lu Ran examined it closely, he suddenly felt a chill down his spine.
He spoke in a low voice, "Divine Sheep."
"Your performance is acceptable," a colossal black fire ram head appeared above him.
Lu Ran couldn't help but feel a bit frustrated. "Divine Sheep, I can only assist in the team, serving as an alarm or drawing aggro. I don't have any offensive abilities."
To be honest, this was quite a disadvantageous statement.
What realm was Lu Ran in? Mist Realm, Fourth Stage!
And what realm were the Moon Gazers in?
River Realm, Fourth Stage to Fifth Stage!
What about the strength of the demons that invaded this world? No matter how you look at it, Lu Ran can only play a supporting role at best, and he wants to be a stronger attacker?
Black Fire Sheep Head didn't pay any attention to Lu Ran and continued, "23 River Realm souls, 27 Stream Realm souls, and 31 Mist Realm souls.
This night's harvest is not bad."
Lu Ran said, "After all, it's Midsummer Night, and the quality and quantity of demons are higher."
If calculated by time, from 7 pm on the 15th to 3 am the next day, it's a total of 8 hours.
On average, the team needs to kill a demon every 6 minutes or so.
This is enough to show how intense Midsummer Night is! Moreover, in the two streets under Lu Ran's jurisdiction, the number of River Realm demons is not much less than that of Mist Realm and Stream Realm demons!
If it were any other month, this would be unimaginable.
Lu Ran pondered for a moment and asked, "Divine Sheep, is there any demon sculpture that meets the activation conditions?"
"No." Lu Ran couldn't help but smile at this single word.
Black Fire Sheep Head said, "Activating a demon sculpture requires a lot of materials. Taking Mist Realm souls as an example, around 2000 are needed."
Lu Ran nodded.
So, after he completed his summer vacation task, the Evil Dog Clan's statue was activated.
Black Fire Sheep Head continued, "After that, for each small rank increase in the demon sculpture, 100 souls of the same realm are required.
Even more are needed for breaking through a major realm."
"Understood!" Lu Ran turned around and looked up at Black Fire Sheep Head, "Divine Sheep, you mentioned earlier that the Red Paper Doll Clan is quite powerful and difficult to control.
Why don't I wait until the River Realm to activate her?
In the Stream Realm, I'll activate the Soulshattering Demon sculpture first. How about that?"
Black Fire Sheep Head remained silent, not responding.
Lu Ran continued, "The Soulshattering Demon Clan has a spell that can amplify my strength attribute.
Evil Art of Soulshattering Demon Horn is quite similar to our Divine Technique of Divine Horn.
Can Evil Art of Soulshattering Demon Hoof also be hidden within our Divine Technique of Divine Hoof?"
Let's not talk about the former for now, as it's a technique that Lu Ran can only use in the Stream Realm.
As for the latter, Lu Ran's Divine Hoof allows him to move freely and swiftly.
However, Evil Art of Soulshattering Demon Hoof can cause a massive earthquake, sending opponents flying.
This couldn't help but make Lu Ran's heart race with excitement! Since I've already set a precedent, letting everyone know that my Divine Technique of Compassionate Sound has a special version with unique effects, why not take advantage of this?
Why not claim that my Divine Technique of Divine Hoof also has special effects!
With a stomp of his foot, mist enveloped the area.
But instead of using it for movement, he used it to perform 'War Stomp'! He claims that this is a special casting method of Divine Technique of Divine Hoof, but in reality,
the technique he used was not a Divine Technique at all, but Evil Art of Soulshattering Demon Hoof!
How delightful!
Black Fire Sheep Head said, "You want offensive techniques."
"Mhm," Lu Ran nodded, feeling a bit embarrassed to say too much.
The offensive methods of the Divine Sheep Clan are indeed lacking.
Or rather, the Divine Techniques of the Divine Sheep Clan are all for pleading for mercy, preserving life, and fleeing from battles.
Black Fire Sheep Head said, "Enhancing your offensive methods will put you in dangerous situations."
"Huh?" This theory left Lu Ran perplexed.
"But I'm already engaging in combat and not staying away from the battlefield."
Black Fire Sheep Head explained, "Powerful offensive techniques will change your combat strategy and fighting style.
With the corresponding confidence, you'll make corresponding decisions.
For example, before you obtained Evil Art of Soulshattering Demon Hoof, you wouldn't charge into a group of enemies.
But once you possess the Demon Hoof..."
Lu Ran opened his mouth but couldn't say a word for a long time.
Black Fire Sheep Head concluded, "I've said all I can. You need to consider this carefully.
If you insist on activating the Soulshattering Demon sculpture, I won't stop you."
Lu Ran asked, "Divine Sheep, you won't stop me?"
This is not something a deity should say.
In this world, every deity, without exception, holds an absolute leadership position when communicating with their believers.
Whatever the deity says, the believer must obey.
What, you're talking about human rights?
Brother, he/she/it is not your friend, not your teacher, not your superior, but your deity!
They are the ones who grant you Divine Techniques, help you survive, and make you worship them day and night!
Black Fire Sheep Head said, "I won't stop you. You should have your own path.
One day, I will dissipate.
You should also find your own way."
Lu Ran was completely shocked.
Are you fcking with me?
A deity, just like that, will dissipate?
"Silence!" The authoritative voice made Lu Ran's head buzz.
"Divine Sheep..."
"Don't worry too much. Grow with peace of mind. That day is still far away."
(End of Chapter)
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