Jiang Ruyi pondered for a moment before opening her mouth and saying, "Then let's give it a try."

"Sister Ruyi?" Tian Tian was somewhat surprised, looking at Jiang Ruyi.

"It's fine." Jiang Ruyi gently shook her head, naturally understanding Lu Ran's intention.

Only by deeply understanding the Evil Demon Clan can one better combat them.

Tian Tian didn't dare to question Jiang Ruyi's decision too much and could only clench her small fists tightly, filled with worry.

She wasn't worried that Lu Ran would be in any danger. After all, a mere Early-stage Stream Realm White Fox was not enough to get stuck in their teeth.

The problem was, what if Master falls for someone else?

No way...

Is Sister Ruyi so confident?

Is she so sure that in the Ghost Moon Fox's Pupil Skill world, Master won't see someone else?

Tian Tian couldn't help but put her hands together in front of her chin and silently prayed.

At the same time, Lu Ran also opened his eyes, what he saw was a beautifully poised white fox.

Those icy blue fox eyes, like a clear lake, the crescent-shaped pupils, even more so entranced Lu Ran.

1 second, 2 seconds...

The Ghost Moon Fox didn't cast any spell; beneath its beautiful shell, it possessed a rather remarkable intelligence.

It appeared motionless, but in reality, it was seeking a breakthrough, looking for a path to escape.

"Well, now it is actually looking at me!" Lu Ran was also very convinced; he wanted to be ensnared, but the opponent didn't cast a spell after all.

The intelligence of the Evil Demon Clan is really no good thing.

After the brief encounter just now, it was obvious that the Ghost Moon Fox understood that illusions had no effect on them, hence, there was no point in exerting fruitless efforts.

"Me~" Lu Ran suddenly spoke up, emitting a weak bleating sound.

"Hmm?" The Ghost Moon Fox's demeanor changed slightly, and it instantly turned its head to look at Lu Ran.

"Baa~~~" Lu Ran's eyes were fixed on the Ghost Moon Fox, giving it ample opportunity to cast a spell.

"Woo~~~" The howl of the fox suddenly arose!

The Ghost Moon Fox raised its snowy white head to the moon and sang.

Including the white fox, all the creatures around them settled and calmed their minds.

"Eh, what the heck?" Lu Ran scratched his head, astonished.

My taunting skill actually failed?

After fighting battles to the south and north for so long, this seemed to be the first time his spell had failed!

Whether it was the Night Charm or Tangled Silk Shadow, each of these astute Human-shaped Demons couldn't escape Lu Ran's clutches.

After all, the base nature of the Evil Demon Clan lay before them; their yearning for human blood and tender flesh was unimaginable to ordinary people.

Yet, this white fox before him had truly taught Lu Ran a lesson!

The Ghost Moon Fox not only possessed a high intelligence but also corresponding Evil Techniques to guard its true heart.

Another point Lu Ran discerned:

The Ghost Moon Fox Clan was indeed ferocious but not rash; their temperament might be comparatively calm.

It was hard for Lu Ran to imagine that one day he would use the word "calm" to describe an Evil Demon.

This...

This is just too suitable to be summoned as a pet or a pillow at home, isn't it?

"Tian Tian, get the Lotus Treasure ready, I am going to exert my power!" Lu Ran called out loudly.

Since the demons had no resistance, every time Lu Ran made a call, they would be caught in it;

Also, because he was always accompanied by humans when casting spells, he had grown accustomed to lowering the Grade of Divine Methods over time.

But facing the Ghost Moon Fox, Lu Ran had to go all out.

"Yes!" Tian Tian held the Lotus Treasure in her hands, striving to stimulate the flower.

Lu Ran exercised Divine Power, pulling the Divine Method Grade to its highest:

"Baa~"

His call was incredibly feeble, and his voice conveyed a hint of sorrow, a hint of panic.

In that moment, Lu Ran was the most vulnerable youngling, tempting the predator to trample and ravage him.

River Grade Divine Technique·Desolate Sound!

"Mew!!"

The mere Early-stage Stream Realm Ghost Moon Fox, facing the River Realm warrior's River Grade Divine Technique, was completely ensnared!

The Ghost Moon Fox suddenly sprang forward, its seven long tails stretching incredibly long behind it.

Over the fox tails was a layer of glowing white shine, just like enchanting moonlight!

Ghost Moon Evil Technique·Flowing Light Moon Tail!

Lu Ran: "..."

Damn!

Did I overdo it?

All I wanted was for you to hit me with an Illusion Technique, is that so difficult?

Lu Ran lifted his right hand and unsheathed his sword in a fluid motion to block!

"Ding!"

A crisp sound, stinging everyone's eardrums.

One of the fox tails of the Ghost Moon Fox collided heavily with the Silent Night Blade.

The fluffy fox tail, which should have been soft, had gained immense hardness and destructive power due to the glowing sheen.

"Ding~ Ding~ Ding!"

A series of crisp sounds followed.

On the Bright Moon Mountain, figures and sword marks.

Amid the moonlight woven by the seven fox tails, Lu Ran moved with leisurely steps and effortless skill.

Jiang Ruyi watched this scene lightly, her eyes slightly misty.

All present knew well the level of Lu Ran's martial skill.

This Ghost Moon Fox being a Stream Realm demon, naturally couldn't pose any trouble for Lu Ran.

However...

This scene was just too beautiful.

The fox was beautiful, the sword was beautiful.

And the person, even more so!

To the eyes of several warriors, Lu Ran did not seem to be fighting a demon, but more like he was dancing under the moon.

Both Jiang Ruyi and Tian Tian had attended Lu Ran's masterclasses, where he hoped they would have the ability to protect themselves when demons got close.

Now, Lu Ran brought the lesson into real combat, once again demonstrating what a "seller's show" was all about.

"Hmm." Chang Ying, holding her cheek with one hand, watched Lu Ran with eyes filled with admiration.

"Nice." Deng Yutang looked satisfied, appreciating the valiance of Lu Ran.

Far better than watching videos on the computer.

"Pop! Pop!"

The seven long fox tails whipped at Lu Ran, leaving behind beautiful trails of moonlight in mid-air.

Frustrated by its inability to defeat him, the Ghost Moon Fox grew increasingly irate.

It suddenly leaped nimbly, its four paws scraping the ground, skidding to a lateral move.

Those beautiful fox eyes emitted a glowing white moonlight, aimed at Lu Ran.

Here it comes!

Lu Ran braced himself without dodging, gazing straight into those moonlight fox eyes.

Ghost Moon Evil Technique·Chasing Moon Eyes!

1 second, 2 seconds, 3 seconds...

Although Lu Ran had no Spirit Defense Techniques, as a River Realm Believer, his spiritual strength was evident.

It took a good 5 or 6 seconds before Lu Ran completely entered the Illusion Realm.

"Ding Ding Ding~"

The school bell suddenly rang.

Lu Ran looked around in confusion, finding himself in a classroom.

The students in the class were chattering, creating a noisy atmosphere.

Suddenly a pleasant female voice reached his ear: "Hello, my name is Jiang Ruyi."

"Huh?" Lu Ran turned his head and saw a fifteen or sixteen-year-old girl.

She didn't have her long hair over her shoulders or flowing sleeves.

She was wearing a plain blue and white school uniform, her hair tied in a refreshing ponytail, with an unripe look on her face.

"Jiang, Like, Remember."

The girl picked up a pen, muttering as she wrote her name in a notebook.

Lu Ran's mouth was slightly agape, his mind dazed.

"You?" Jiang Ruyi extended her fair little hand and passed the pen over.

"I... my name is Lu Ran." Lu Ran spoke with some difficulty.

As if under a spell, just like several years ago, he took the pen handed to him by the young girl and wrote down his own name.

"Lu Ran." The girl chewed on the name and suddenly smiled with a chuckle, "Looks like you have quite the temper, huh?"

Lu Ran: "I..."

This seems to be the first day of school?

...

The sun set in the west, in a desolate area.

Lu Ran, carrying a backpack, stepped towards the Wu Lie River residential area when suddenly he heard a voice behind him:

"Lu Ran?"

"Hmm?" Lu Ran turned around.

He saw Jiang Ruyi walking over, curious: "Do you live around here too?"

"I..." Lu Ran glanced at the abandoned residential complex nearby.

"Why aren't you speaking?" Jiang Ruyi, backpack on, came up beside Lu Ran, laughing behind her hand, "You seem spacey."

"Hehe." Lu Ran scratched his head but didn't reveal his actual destination.

The setting sun stretched their shadows long and far.

...

"Next year, on this day, it will be our turn to Worship God. Have you decided which deity you'll worship?"

On the weathered rooftop, Jiang Ruyi stood in front of the railing, gazing at the waters of the distant Wu Lie River.

"Lord Jade Talisman, for sure." Lu Ran wielded a wooden sword, dripping with sweat, "And you?"

Jiang Ruyi pursed her lips, seeming hesitant to reveal her choice.

"Yo, feeling shy?" Lu Ran stopped his training and came to the railing side, looking at the girl's profile.

His teasing words lost the timidity of their first meeting.

"Lord Jian Yi." Unable to resist Lu Ran's prompting, Jiang Ruyi spoke softly.

Lu Ran's face contorted strangely: "Jiang Beauty is so gentle, will Lord Jian Yi want you?"

Jiang Ruyi pouted, turning to look at Lu Ran.

She opened her icy blue eyes, the crescent-like pupils stunningly beautiful.

However, Lu Ran seemed oblivious to anything amiss, only begging for mercy:

"Wrong, wrong, you're so pretty, Lord Jian Yi will definitely be crying and screaming to have you!"

"Don't talk nonsense." The young girl's face turned red, she turned and walked towards the staircase.

"Eh? You're going home?"

"Hmph."

...

"Lu Ran?"

"Hmm?" Inside the old family house, Lu Ran approached the window and saw a tall, graceful figure standing under a tree.

The girl had shed her school uniform for a beautiful white long dress, and her ponytail had turned into shoulder-length hair.

A breeze blew by, fluttering her flowing hair and skirt.

"Wow~~~"

Lu Ran exclaimed, looking at the gentle and lovely girl: "Oh no."

"What's wrong?" Jiang Ruyi, with her icy blue crescent-moon pupils, looked puzzled.

Lu Ran: "How can anyone tell the difference between you and Chang'e?"

Jiang Ruyi's cheeks grew even redder, she couldn't help but give Lu Ran an annoyed look: "Flatterer."

...

Autumn wind soughed, withering leaves yellowing.

Outside the Rain Lane Community, the young girl placed a dark red knitted scarf around his neck.

...

Winter snow blanketed the world.

In the small schoolyard's swings, a lonely figure quietly watched the empty space beside the swing.

...

Spring breeze was gentle, under a clear blue sky.

A girl in a white dress gently descended, her icy blue eyes filled with a trace of longing, smiling at the person on the stage who was lost in thought.

"Slash!"

The sound of a blade piercing flesh suddenly came.

The Illusion Realm shattered suddenly.

The blue sky turned into stars, the playground into mountain ridges.

The only constant was those icy blue eyes, those beautiful crescent pupils.

"Woo~" the Ghost Moon Fox whimpered, lying on the side.

It had been pierced through the neck by the Cold Night Sword, the blade tip embedded in the ground.

One human, one fox, still gazing at each other.

Lu Ran stared blankly at those fox eyes, seeing the love and longing in them, watching the light within slowly fade.

"Heh..."

Lu Ran's sigh was tinged with a tremble.

In a short time, the surging emotions in his heart were obviously tethered to those beautiful eyes, unable to be severed.

Lu Ran bowed his head, one hand covering his eyes.

Playing dirty, little fox.

What about the promised techniques of the flirtatious beauty, the scintillating charmer?

You directly show me the pure love from the past instead of the alluring enchantress?

What kind of sorcery is this...

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