Lu Ran finally got to indulge in the much-anticipated lamb hotpot.

In the early winter, the family of four gathered around the steaming copper pot, creating an exceptionally cozy atmosphere.

It's worth mentioning that when Lu Jiang arrived home, they genuinely stunned Jiang's parents.

To say they looked like a pair of golden couple wasn't an overstatement.

The young man was heroic and upright, without a trace of murderous aura, but rather had a gentle demeanor and tranquility in his eyes.

This brought a huge visual shock to the couple!

You could hardly imagine that a warrior from Da Xia's battlefield, with his hands stained in blood, could exude such a sense of peaceful times.

Additionally, the phrase "Jiang Realm Great Power" inherently carried a reverence and upward-looking admiration.

The so-called "equality for all" did not apply to the group of cultivators.

Hierarchy and social status, that was the cruel reality.

However, in front of Lu Ran, Jiang's ordinary parents didn't feel much pressure.

This relieved the couple greatly, and when they looked at Lu Ran again, they felt reassurance along with admiration and gratitude.

They naturally thought that Lu Ran was deliberately toning down his brilliance, being mindful of ordinary people's feelings.

However, it was their daughter Jiang Ruyi, who left the couple somewhat at a loss.

Her ethereal temperament and fairy-like grace were enough to turn heads.

Her appearance hadn't changed, but she seemed like a completely different person all of a sudden.

The little calico cat wasn't much affected though.

Meowing, it quickly ran to its mistress's side, constantly nuzzling against her.

The calico must have been born into the wrong species.

It was nothing but a thankless wretch!

Lu Ran stooped down to pick it up, but it dashed away.

And it even ran away cursing!

This scene nearly amused Lu Ran to laughter!

Have we been apart for so long that you don't miss me at all?

Perhaps, I always give too much fortune to the calico, and it's not very pleased?

Who knows.

That dinner was thoroughly enjoyable.

Father Jiang was especially happy, drinking two glasses of white wine, and Lu Ran also had a little less than half a glass.

Spicy and bitter.

Just like life.

Not tasty.

Buoyed by the alcohol, Jiang Zheng casually brought up the marriage of Lu Ran and Jiang Ruyi.

This caused Jiang Ruyi to blush all over her face.

Her shy demeanor made the couple feel even more affectionate, reminiscing about their daughter's earlier mannerisms.

Lu Ran also took the opportunity to express his intentions.

"If it's not Ruyi, I won't marry," he declared resolutely.

In this world, when two people unite, they typically need to go through three levels of acceptance.

The first is familial acceptance.

Both Lu and Jiang had met each other's parents and received blessings from their elders.

However, due to Qiao Wanjun's cultivation retreat, the parents had not yet met.

The second is legal acceptance.

That is, registration, inspection, and obtaining a marriage certificate.

The third is social acceptance.

That means holding a wedding, informing friends and relatives, and declaring the union to society.

Especially the third point.

In Da Xia's cultural philosophy, it was considered more important than the first two points.

Nobody cared whether you were legally married or protected under the law.

Whether families were harmonious, or even whether the couple was harmonious, those were just gossip for others.

After the wedding, in the common view, you are spouses.

Lu Ran took this very seriously!

He told the couple that he hoped to hold a wedding once his mother, Qiao Wanjun, finished her retreat.

In those significant moments of life, Lu Ran hoped his mother could witness everything personally.

Jiang's parents happily agreed.

To date, the couple is unaware of exactly how powerful Qiao Wanjun, the other mother-in-law, is.

They only know from their daughter that Qiao Wanjun's status is exceptionally prominent and her authority unimaginably high; she is one of the Peak Masters under Sword One Sect of the nine Spirit Mountains in Beijing.

Interestingly,

Mother holds a high position, and the son follows closely behind.

Lu Ran is under the Immortal Sheep Sect of Yeyu City, the master of Luoxian Mountain.

This is a prestigious position!

Lord Immortal Sheep himself resides within Luoxian Mountain.

Of course, in the eyes of the public, a small sect's esteemed mountain might not compare to Sword One's Spirit Mountain.

Regarding this identity, Lu Ran didn't mention it.

Jiang Ruyi also found out later.

From Lu Ran's earlier statement, "You are the mistress of Luoxian Mountain," she realized Lu Ran's status within the Immortal Sheep Sect.

Jiang Ruyi was truly surprised.

The extent of Lord Immortal Goat's affection for Lu Ran is well-known to the world.

But... the master of Luoxian Mountain?

That's on the same level as the lords of Jiantianque City, Beifeng City, and others!

And when Lu Ran ascended to this position, he was just a mere cultivator from the River Realm.

This...

Previously in Beijing, Si Xianxian jokingly referred to Lu Ran as "young master."

After all, Qiao Wanjun had sent her maid over to take care of everything and protect Lu Ran.

But in Yeyu City, Lu Ran wasn't just a young master, he was more like a prince.

Just how much does Lord Immortal Sheep love Lu Ran, to have elevated him directly?

What exactly are divine beings thinking?

What do they want Lu Ran to do...

But as soon as Jiang Ruyi began to ponder these questions, she immediately suppressed them.

The education she had received since childhood and various societal influences did not allow her to disrespect divine beings.

She could only think positively: perhaps it's because Lu Ran is extraordinarily talented and shone brilliantly above "Heavenly Pride," hence Lord Immortal Sheep's special affection.

...

October 8, Yeyu City.

The city enjoys spring-like weather all year round, and although it's early winter, the temperature is still 15 degrees Celsius.

Jiang Ruyi is dressed in a white high-neck sweater, a coffee-colored knee-length coat, slim-fit jeans, knee-high boots, and a knitted scarf.

From any angle, she looks every bit the goddess.

Her towering figure stood out at the airport exit, naturally drawing a lot of attention.

A goddess, indeed a true goddess.

Though she seemed a bit hot?

"Beautiful, isn't it?" Lu Ran stood beside her, also looking at the sky.

The fluffy clouds like cotton candy floated in the blue sky.

Unfortunately, they could no longer find "Cloud Girl."

"Beautiful," Jiang Ruyi answered softly.

Looking at the blue sky different from that of Rain Alley City, she said, "So that's why your heart is so at peace."

Lu Ran shook his head, "This is just the beginning.

Wait until I take you to Luoxian Pavilion!

To see Cang Mountain, Erhai, and the sunset glow."

"Mm, okay," Jiang Ruyi gently clasped Lu Ran's arm.

The smile that peeked from behind the knitted scarf was gentle and warm.

Since last night, when Lu Ran told Jiang's parents he wanted to hold a grand wedding and take her as his wife, Jiang Ruyi's heart had been tumultuous.

After dinner, she sat quietly at the coffee table, pouring tea for her father and Lu Ran, remaining very silent.

Even when Lu Ran said goodbye and left, she held the little calico cat and ignored her parents' glances, returning to her bedroom.

Jiang Ruyi felt lucky.

In her youth's confusion, she had found the person by her side.

Today, even though Lu Ran is renowned throughout Da Xia, his feelings for her remain the same.

If Lu Ran wished, he could indeed lead a life surrounded by glamour and beauty.

But he focused all his efforts on cultivation, not paying attention to other women.

Even during his growth, when he met stunning individuals like Si Xianxian, he made it clear early on that he had someone in his heart.

Si Xianxian called Lu Ran sick, but that's one thing.

Lu Ran making his stance clear is another.

So, how do you become a general's wife?

It's when the general is still a foot soldier.

No.

Jiang Ruyi thought more than that.

She reached out to him when he was being pointed at and doubted by the world.

Looking back, Jiang Ruyi was full of emotions.

Back then, all she knew was that the young man had lost his father and had run away from his already divorced mother, returning alone to Rain Alley.

She had no idea that Lu's mother was so powerful, caring so much for her son, not neglecting him at all.

Thinking she had seen the difficulties ahead, Jiang Ruyi had given up on her future achievements.

She just wanted to take this despised Immortal Sheep Believer, and get him a high school diploma.

By her side,

Even if he occasionally fled from battle or often shirked, at least he wouldn't be completely abandoned.

Her teammates, in consideration of her, wouldn't excessively curse or mock him.

In Jiang Ruyi's mind, it was already good enough if Lu Ran could graduate smoothly.

He was such a proud person.

Bearing ideals and hatred, proclaiming to change the world.

If he couldn't even graduate from high school, how could he cope?

In this very special era, a diploma was not a symbol of academic achievement.

But it indicated whether a believer was qualified.

With it, at least he had more chances to live, allowing the world to look at him with a bit of kindness.

At least...

He wouldn't completely fall into desolation under the disdainful gaze of the world.

If she tried harder, maybe she could help him get into an ordinary university;

Or maybe get her parents to pull some strings, securing him a stable job somewhere.

In any case, the first step is to survive.

Then to reconcile with his younger self.

The thoughts of the young girl were always kept deep inside.

Hidden deep, deeper, and deeper...

Hidden till his every exam scored first place, becoming a common praiseworthy figure at school.

Hidden till he became the genius of Da Xia, radiating brilliantly on the highest stage.

Hidden till he topped the college entrance examination.

Hidden till he became the master of Luoxian Mountain.

Hidden till he said he wanted to give her a grand wedding.

He said everyone from Rain Alley City would surely come to bless them.

So,

How did you become a general's wife?

Actually,

I never thought about being a general's wife.

The best fantasy,

Was merely coming home every night to see him cooking in the kitchen.

At the very least,

Even after we graduated and went our separate ways...

After many years, I'd occasionally hear someone say he's doing well somewhere in Rain Alley City.

That's all.

"It's this mountain!"

The taxi slowly came to a stop, Lu Ran scanned to pay the fare, and pulled Jiang Ruyi out of the car, gazing up at Luoxian Mountain.

He introduced it excitedly, as if he was returning to his own home.

"We still have to climb for a while, first go to the outer view of Luoxian, to offer a stick of incense to Lord Immortal Sheep... huh?"

Lu Ran felt a tightness in his chest as he saw the girl beside him bowing her head in silence.

He scrutinized her carefully, and saw her eyes slightly reddened.

"Why are you crying?"

Lu Ran was a bit panicked.

Since last night, he had noticed Jiang Ruyi was emotionally off.

But he misinterpreted it, thinking that mentioning the wedding had made her very shy, and with Jiang's father and mother's teasing, she became even quieter.

Now it seemed that was not the case.

Looking at her moist, red eyes, Lu Ran's heart ached terribly, mulling over his words.

He held her face through the knitted scarf, softly saying, "Could it be, Yeyu City is really that beautiful?

Did it move you to tears?"

"Hehe~"

Jiang Ruyi broke into laughter and gently embraced Lu Ran.

But her arms tightened around him, as if affirming he was real.

Not just a long, fragile dream.

If it's a dream, that's fine.

Just hope when the dream ends, he's at home.

Not gone, each chasing a different direction.

...

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