Summit of the Old Gods

Inside the Feixian Hall, a chorus of painful wails echoed.

The humble Human Clan could only resort to self-mutilation to sever the master-servant contract with the gods.

Thankfully, there was a great physician from the Sea Realm stationed in the hall, and Jing Hong blew the horn, soothing the hearts of all beings.

Lu Ran quietly watched this "Picture of Suffering Beings" and sighed silently in his heart.

He hoped that he could live up to their trust.

He hoped that the Ran Sect could become their stable haven.

Yes... it will.

Lu Ran slowly lifted his head, gazing at the cloudy sky.

Mother said that wherever there are people, there is a cloud sea.

She also used herself as an example, that in the Human World·Jinghong Peak, she was the cloud sea covering the heads of thousands of disciples.

Lu Ran understood that now he was like his mother, becoming the cloud sea that blotted out the sky and covered the sun.

Covering the entire Cloud Sea Cliff.

Also covering the Forbidden City and the Green Lotus Island in Mist Rain Lake.

In any era and any region, the formation of a cloud sea is inevitable.

What is important is... purity.

What is important is, before leaving, the six-character mantra Mother gave him—do not lose yourself.

I will, Mom.

You can't watch over me every day, but Dad can watch over me for you.

Lu Ran looked up at the sky, his eyes gradually becoming unfocused.

Do not lose oneself in power, do not lose oneself in mighty strength.

Do not let oneself become a speck of filthy dust...

"Sect Master."

"Hm?" Lu Ran came back to his senses and looked down.

Yu Changsheng held a paper fan and flew to Lu Ran's side: "These people have all faced hardships.

And the weak people, once they possess great power..."

Yu Changsheng's voice was light, yet every word struck Lu Ran's heart.

Lu Ran's expression gradually became solemn.

Yu Changsheng carefully recounted many events, finally saying: "In the hearts of these people, the Sect Master holds an absolutely exalted position. When signing the contract later, the Sect Master may appropriately remind them."

"Mm." Lu Ran nodded gently.

The Jade Talisman Sect is relatively moderate, but the strength of the Fierce Heavenly Sect is indeed somewhat excessive!

Even a Fierce Heavenly disciple at the Initial Stage of the River Realm can leap levels to slaughter a great power of the Sea Realm.

As the saying goes: possessing a sharp weapon, a murderous intent arises!

Once some people swell with arrogance, their unbalanced mentality can cause great trouble for those around them.

"How about this, I will designate the Divine Technique·Fiery Fire Sky Leader as a Forbidden Technique, how about that?" Lu Ran looked toward the strategist.

Yu Changsheng was somewhat surprised: "Can such a subtle operation be performed?"

Lu Ran smiled: "It is not particularly subtle, the prerequisite for believers to cast spells is to receive the permission of the Divine Sculpture, in other words, my permission.

I can command and control the Fierce Heavenly Divine Sculpture to ban this method of slaughtering beyond one's level. If a believer requests to cast a spell, and if I do not respond, then it is not granted." Yu Changsheng pondered: "In this way, one can indeed reduce risk.

It can also let the disciples of the Ran Sect further realize that everything they rely on for survival is in the Sect Master's grasp."

After all, the Sect Master can forbid the Fiery Fire Sky Leader, naturally, he can seal all Fierce Heavenly Divine Skills!

This move is a great deterrent to any potential traitors within the Ran Sect!

Lu Ran confirmed: "In my plan, these disciples have come to Cloud Sea Cliff for stable living, I do not intend to lead them to battle.

So, they have no use for such excessive Divine Techniques.

If someday in the future, the Ran Sect is besieged and it concerns life and death, I will grant them this Divine Technique then."

Yu Changsheng: "Wise is the Sect Master!"

Lu Ran's next action made Yu Changsheng laugh out loud.

Lu Ran sheepishly scratched his head: "Is that right~"

Having struggled for so long,

This was the first time Lu Ran received such an evaluation.

And moreover, these words came from Mr. Cong Long's mouth, how priceless!

Yu Changsheng immediately moved slightly to block in front of Lu Ran, afraid that the Sect Master's expression would be exposed to the disciples of the Ran Sect.

He added: "Sect Master, now that there are more disciples in the Ran Sect, and the number of future disciples will only increase.

My subordinate believes that we can establish a Law Enforcement Hall to maintain sect order."

Lu Ran contemplated for a moment and nodded in approval: "Then let Feng and Yan be the hall master and deputy hall master respectively, how does Mr. Cong Long see it?"

"They are good choices." Yu Changsheng agreed.

"Is that right~" Lu Ran smiled again, "These two West Desolate Divine Generals are quite domineering.

Before I advanced to the Sea Realm, just seeing the Yan God General made me anxious..."

Yu Changsheng still lowered his voice: "Sect Master, having only violent institutions to punish and warn disciples, the means are somewhat singular.

Should we not add an educational approach?"

"Mm..."

"Elder Bai loyally follows the Sect Master, grateful for your kindness, and could fit the role of 'teacher'."

"Continue." Lu Ran listened attentively.

Yu Changsheng organized his words and continued his recommendation: "Elder Bai was once a leader of Sinless Valley, his personal abilities are indisputable, he has been on Holy Spirit Mountain long enough, with a wealth of experience.

With his wisdom and life experience, it is perfect to discipline the Ran Sect disciples and perform ideological work."

Lu Ran pondered for a long time and said: "Let's do it this way, Mr. Bai will be assigned under your command, and Mr. Cong Long will help supervise the specific work."

"Yes!" Yu Changsheng immediately accepted the order.

Does he finally have a subordinate?

The two conversed for a while, then Yu Changsheng flew down.

Lu Ran also proceeded as the two had planned, signing contracts with a group of Ran Sect disciples and granting appropriate warnings.

After accepting 88 believers, Lu Ran went to Feng and Yan, appointing the two as the hall master and deputy hall master of the Law Enforcement Hall, and let them select twenty people from among the Ran Sect disciples to join the Law Enforcement Hall.

Much work was to be done, and each piece was implemented.

The principles, rules, and disciplinary methods of the Law Enforcement Hall; the specific content of Mr. Bai's teachings and instructions; the issues of food and accommodation for the disciples of the Ran Sect, etc...

The disciples of the Weak God generally have low realm levels.

After tearing up the master-servant covenant, a significant portion of the disciples fell to the River Realm, which involves issues such as dining, drinking, and more.

It wasn't until late at night that Lu Ran, having been busy all day, finally found some leisure and returned to the Cloud Sea Residence.

The first large-scale recruitment of believers brought many issues, and there were many things to consider and handle.

Lu Ran believed that this busyness was worthwhile.

Once everything is on track, the next recruitment of believers will be much easier.

"Phew..."

Lu Ran let out a deep breath, returned to his small courtyard, and plopped down at the stone table.

Returning with him was the shadow forbidden guard led by Yan Shuangzi.

The three sisters of the Zhong family, it was like opening a blind box~

Previously in the Feixian Hall, when Lu Ran approached the three of them, they were filled with indescribable apprehension, finally revealing their sect.

The three sisters never expected that what the Sect Master wanted them to worship was not a deity.

But an evil god?!

Compared to other disciples of the Ran Sect, the three sisters possessed more intelligence.

They knew that their true worship was not towards the Evil God·Evil Dog, but the Evil Shadow Guardian!

One day, the Evil Shadow Guardian would slay and replace the Evil God Evil Dog, becoming a new god.

And this future new god, the Evil Shadow Guardian, belonged under Lu Ran's command!

In the eyes of all beings at Cloud Sea Cliff, Lu Ran was a powerful and mysterious deity.

The three sisters of the Zhong family realized a more terrifying truth:

Lu Ran was not some deity.

His true identity was... the Master of Gods!

"Evil Shadow."

"Master," the Evil Shadow Guardian kneeled on one knee, slightly bowing her head.

At this moment, she truly understood the painstaking efforts of her close friend.

Lu Ran was very kind to his own people and relatively easy-going.

As a sect leader, his definition of the boundary between subordinates and partners was very blurry.

As the first protector of the Ran Sect, Deng Yuxiang set an example, and everyone below followed suit.

At this moment, Yan Shuangzi completely replicated Deng Yuxiang's mentality.

With the Evil Shadow Guardian saluting like this, the three shadow forbidden guards naturally followed suit meticulously.

Lu Ran was silent for a moment and still said: "Take them to the treasury and select some handy weapons. I remember last time we recovered some Tianchen Steel daggers from our battle with Hidden Wolf Forest."

Deep beneath Cloud Sea Cliff, hundreds of meters down, there is a treasury filled with numerous spoils of war.

"Yes."

"Right, you three also take a codename."

"Let the Master call them Shadow One, Shadow Two, and Shadow Three," Yan Shuangzi suggested, "It's easy to remember."

Lu Ran: "..."

Indeed, easy to remember!

"Now that there are more people, take turns and don't get too tired," Lu Ran advised.

"Yes," Yan Shuangzi agreed verbally, but mentally conveyed, [As the Dao heart desires, I hope the Master will fulfill.]

For a moment, Lu Ran thought he was conversing with the Big Nightmare.

All agreeable words on the surface, all disagreement in the transmission!

"Alright, alright, choose your weapons," Lu Ran waved, "Accompany me to Seven Star Island afterward."

The four of them quickly left.

Lu Ran gently tapped the stone table with his fingers, gazing at the sky.

The clouds over the sea were thick today, obscuring the stars and moon, leaving Cloud Sea Cliff in darkness.

Lu Ran and his shadow guard possessed Evil Technique·Evil Recognition, capable of night vision.

It was just too suitable for scheming in the dark!

I wonder how much Holy Spirit Energy those seven Evil Mirror Demons have collected.

Will it be enough to advance the Evil Mirror Sculpture of the Sea Realm·First Rank one more step?

By the way, we'll also search for the Immortal Island. If it allows the Fierce Heavenly Divine Sculpture to advance, Lu Ran plans to immediately return to Cloud Sea Cliff and activate the Dongting Divine Sculpture as well.

After all, if Divine Sculptures are to buzz and tremble, might as well together!

The Dongting Sect's Divine Technique is truly formidable...

Lu Ran mused silently, his anticipation growing.

Soon, the shadow guards selected suitable weapons and returned swiftly.

Lu Ran then activated the Transmission Mirror.

With just a step!

He traversed the vast ocean, landing directly on one of the Seven Star Islands.

And he arrived directly within an island cave.

"Ah!!"

The Evil Mirror Demon resting within the cave sensed a surge of energy and immediately let out a sharp scream!

She was alerting the Black Lantern beside her and the Sea Merfolk patrolling around the island of an enemy invasion.

"I."

In the pitch-black environment, a deep voice emerged.

Come to think of it, even if it was Lu Ran, the Evil Mirror Demon had reason to scream.

The enemy might take the Evil Mirror Demon's life.

If Lu Ran desires to reclaim the Holy Spirit Energy, it would definitely take her life.

Dangerous and alluring little demoness~

Come,

Return to the embrace of the Evil Demon Lord...

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