Chapter 80: The Divine Sheep Filter

Chapter 80: The Divine Sheep Filter

As the days of their trial passed, the end of the eighth lunar month arrived in the blink of an eye.

Life in the Demon Cavern was harsh and perilous.

Although the students didn't complain incessantly, most of them endured the hardships silently.

However, someone was completely immersed in the experience and couldn't pull themselves away.

Just like the believers, none of them wanted to leave the torch-lit path.

But a certain little lamb wandered alone through the pitch-black wilderness and deep forests, blending into the darkness.

Of course, Lu Ran was human, and it was impossible for him to enjoy this place.

The main reason was...

The benefits here were just too fucking great!

Every day spent fighting in this place, a portion of the Soulshattering Demon Statue in Lu Ran's Divine Statue Garden grew significantly!

Its growth was visible to the naked eye, and its progress was clear and measurable.

This progress bar-like existence provided Lu Ran with constant positive feedback!

It was a fulfilling feeling, who wouldn't love it?

"Heh."

Once again, Lu Ran stood in the dark wilderness and let out a long sigh.

There was a slight tremor in his sigh.

Clearly, Lu Ran was feeling very comfortable.

In the distance, on the torch-lit path, the battle was nearing its end as his comrades-in-arms killed the last two demons.

Lu Ran captured both of their souls.

At the same time, the Soulshattering Demon Statue in his garden advanced dramatically, reaching the third level of the Stream Realm!

Finally, Lu Ran acquired the Soul Prison Technique.

However, as he was currently at the second level of the Stream Realm, he couldn't use this Dark Art yet.

Over the past week or so, Lu Ran had acquired the Soulshattering Horn Technique and the Soulshattering Hoof Technique.

Regarding the Soulshattering Horn Technique, Lu Ran didn't dare to use it in front of others.

Sheep horns and bull horns were naturally different.

Lu Ran had been thinking about whether he could change the shape of the bull horns and hide them within the sheep horns.

He didn't think it was a wild idea, after all, both types of horns he summoned were composed of mist.

Combining the two techniques, wouldn't the power be even more explosive?

But this idea would have to wait until Lu Ran returned home for further research.

Alternatively, he could seek assistance from the Divine Sheep, asking if the techniques could be merged in some way.

As for the Soulshattering Hoof Technique, Lu Ran also restrained himself from using it, not even attempting an experiment.

The Soulshattering Hoof Technique didn't involve creating bull legs with mist.

Lu Ran had carefully studied this Dark Art, which involved unleashing terrifying energy from the feet to knock enemies away.

However, he still didn't dare to use it.

How should he put it?

It was like having a guilty conscience.

You went through a trial in the Soulshattering Demon Cavern, and then your Celestial Hoof acquired the attribute of 'War Stomp'?

Wasn't that a bit fantastical?

So, Lu Ran was waiting for the right opportunity.

If nothing unexpected happened, before the fifteenth of next month, Lu Ran would advance to the third level of the Stream Realm.

At this level, believers from all sects in the world could learn a new divine technique.

This was a good opportunity!

He could attribute everything to the Divine Sheep, saying that the Divine Sheep favored him and, during the transmission of the divine technique, gave him some extra guidance. Combined with his exceptional talent, far beyond that of ordinary believers, and his unique understanding of divine techniques, inspired by the Soulshattering Demon Clan...

Thus, the modified 'Celestial Hoof' was born!

Yep. Reasonable!

Very reasonable!

"Where's my brother?" A pleasant female voice called out from a distance.

"He's coming, he's coming," Lu Ran quickly snapped out of his thoughts and headed towards the torch-lit path.

His comrades were cleaning up the battlefield, and Lu Ran removed the Divine Energy Orb from one of the corpses.

This was his rightful reward, as he had been quite vocal during the battle.

However, it must be acknowledged that during this trial, Lu Ran was carried by Guan Yiren, a Sword One Believer.

Ever since the main attacker was decided within the team, Guan Yiren, this 'killing machine,' had been fully activated.

They marched forward, slaying as they went!

The might of a Sword Cultivator was truly terrifying!

"Puff, puff, puff~"

A black crow flew down, landing in the middle of the ravaged battlefield, and spoke in a human voice:

"You've ventured quite deep into the Demon Cavern."

Jiang Ruyi turned to look, asking, "Instructor, do you want us to head south?"

"Not exactly," the black crow flew up, picked the one with the largest head, and landed on Iron Fang's head.

Cai Yunfei said, "I've seen your strength, and you can handle River Realm Soulshattering Demons as long as there aren't too many of them.

I'm here to remind you that you've come a long way, and it's already the end of the eighth month.

Before the beginning of the ninth lunar month, you must leave the Demon Cavern."

The trial in the Demon Cavern had this one drawback—the duration was limited.

Every month, the cities where humans lived would be unsealed on the nineteenth day of the lunar month.

And the Demon Caverns controlled by the military would be sealed on the tenth day.

In other words, even if believers rushed into the Demon Cavern, they could only stay for twenty-one or twenty-two days at most.

"Then shall we return?" Qiao Yuansi's eyes lit up.

Qiao Yuansi was clearly a normal person. While she was willing to undergo the trial, she couldn't possibly enjoy wandering day and night in this dark and gloomy Demon Cavern.

"That's good," Jiang Ruyi nodded thoughtfully, "It seems like the frequency of River Realm Demons appearing here is a bit higher."

"They're coming from that direction," Lu Ran's voice suddenly rang out.

He raised his long blade, pointing ahead, "They probably heard the commotion and are coming this way."

Following his gaze, the torch-lit path extended all the way to a massive black tree forest.

As expected, Cai Yunfei chose this spot to remind them, not wanting his students to enter the forest.

Torch-lit paths were usually set up in the wilderness, surrounded by open spaces.

Throughout their journey, they had kept a safe distance from the Black Soulwood Forest.

But here, the torch-lit path extended into the forest.

Fortunately, Black Soulwood was highly flame-resistant; otherwise, the entire forest would have been burned down long ago.

The military's setup of this path served as a warning:

Please retreat if you can't handle the challenge!

Without the necessary skills, don't even think about passing through this forest.

"They seem to have quite a number!"

Qiao Yuansi's expression turned grave as she spotted a group of figures lurking at the edge of the forest.

She extended her hand forward, and a lantern swiftly floated ahead.

As the herd of cows approached, some of the torches in the forest were damaged.

However, the Soul Shredder Demon clan did not possess powerful night vision.

They also required light assistance, so they did not cause extensive damage.

"River Realm Soul Shredder Demons, one, two... three?" Qiao Yuansi's heart skipped a beat.

The size of this enemy unit was not small, and the number of demons was likely around 20.

The group was not overly concerned about the Fog Realm and Stream Realm demons.

What worried them were the demons over three meters tall, which were genuine River Realm demons!

If there were only one or two River Realm demons, they could handle it.

But three River Realm Soul Shredder Demons?

"Strategy Three!" Jiang Ruyi shouted, and everyone realized the severity of the situation.

Since entering the Demon Cavern, this was the most powerful demon clan they had encountered.

Jiang Ruyi called out, "Lu Ran!"

"Yes."

"Go and lure away a portion of the demons!" Jiang Ruyi's voice was urgent.

"I'll try to lure away all the River Realm Soul Shredder Demons." Lu Ran twirled his blade in his hand, "You guys hurry up and kill them."

"Don't force it, just lure away a portion of them." Jiang Ruyi's voice was stern, "Also, you're not allowed to engage in close combat."

"You have to listen to Sister Ruyi!" Qiao Yuansi quickly patted Lu Ran's arm.

Lu Ran: "..."

Alright.

"Ssss—"

Lu Ran's feet emitted a surge of mist, quickly leaving the torch path and blending into the darkness.

"Strategy One," Jiang Ruyi said, looking at Guan Yiren.

The Ice Mountain Maiden did not respond, but she lightly tiptoed, and a flying sword silently appeared, supporting her feet.

Guan Yiren slowly rose into the air, and a surge of energy rippled beneath her palm.

Several flying swords shot out, encircling her body.

Tian Tian also launched the Nine-Petaled Lotus, leaving one petal behind and sending it towards Jiang Ruyi's feet.

Strategy One was the initial plan Qiao Yuansi had devised when she was in command.

"Moo!"

"Moo!!!" The Soul Shredder Demon group advanced step by step towards the edge of the forest, resembling a group of well-equipped beast warriors with bared teeth and claws.

Upon spotting their prey, the Soul Shredder Demons visibly grew excited, and their pace quickened!

"Brother Deng, be careful, these three River Realm demons are about to charge!"

"You too."

Iron Fang and Deng Yutang stood ready, their expressions more serious than ever.

The two quickly took their positions, standing behind a row of lotus petals.

However, these delicate lotus petals couldn't withstand the impact of the River Realm demons!

At the same time, Lu Ran swiftly weaved through the forest, his feet lightly touching the ground.

His figure disappeared into the dark forest, and he softly called out:

"Baa."

The demon clan showed no reaction.

"Baa?"

Lu Ran raised his voice, but the Soul Shredder Demons still didn't respond.

Jiang Ruyi's Explosive Flame Rune and Guan Yiren's flying swords had already entered the fray, preventing the Soul Shredder Demons from charging.

"Baa~~~"

Lu Ran leaned against a giant tree trunk and let out a long sheep's call.

His voice gradually grew louder until, at a certain moment, the three largest Soul Shredder Demons among the group turned their heads towards the side.

The River Realm Soul Shredder Demons were evidently more sensitive than those from the Stream and Fog Realms!

Lu Ran's Divine Technique: Wail of Despair seemed to have become a "selection device."

The weak,

unworthy of hearing my mocking sound!

I challenge the strongest among you!

One by one, divine techniques fell into Lu Ran's hands, and he made the most of them.

Thus, on the chaotic battlefield, the three strongest River Realm demons began to "retreat in battle."

One of the River Realm Soul Shredder Demons stamped its hoof hard on the ground.

"Boom!"

A powerful tremor shook the ground.

The advanced River Realm technique sent their companions flying, and the surging energy wave knocked several flying swords out of the air.

"Moo!"

"Moo!!!" The Soul Shredder Demons roared in anger, their ears still ringing with the weak cries of small creatures.

A heart of brutality could no longer be restrained.

Three vicious Soul Shredder Demons charged towards the side where the forest was located.

"Lu Ran..."

Jiang Ruyi muttered to herself, her expression complex.

He had indeed lured away those River Realm demons.

Guan Yiren remained expressionless, but her eyes flickered slightly.

As a powerful Sword One believer, at this particular moment, she felt a sense of security?

"Haha! Brother Lu, I admire you!" Iron Fang exclaimed excitedly.

"Be careful, Brother Lu!" Deng Yutang shouted.

Although he didn't know where Lu Ran was, Deng Yutang was certain that Lu Ran could hear him.

With the departure of the three River Realm demons, Deng Yutang and Iron Fang were undoubtedly the direct beneficiaries.

The pressure suddenly eased!

And the person who completely changed the battle...

Lu Ran slightly tilted his head, listening to the approaching footsteps.

"Moo!"

"Moo!!!" The Soul Shredder Demons roared in anger, smashing through the trees in their path.

Like three terrifying war chariots, their momentum was overwhelming as they thundered forward.

Lu Ran leaned back slightly, and a burst of mist shot out from under his feet!

"Ssss—"

Lu Ran leaned back and flew backward, soaring through the forest.

The long red scarf brushed past his face, fluttering lightly in front of him.

Amidst the furious roars, Lu Ran continued to fly backward, piercing through the dense forest, and spoke again:

"Baa~~~"

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