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Chapter 118: Lin Langyue’s Change, the Strange Yue Jianli

The entire square was so quiet you could hear a pin drop.

All eyes were focused on that tall, upright figure.

There was fear, terror, hatred, and excitement...

Li Ran.

This name was like a dark cloud pressing down on everyone’s hearts, leaving them breathless.

The righteous sect members, who had been so warm and lively earlier, now had pale faces.

Some of them had even been beaten by him during the demon-slaying assembly and were now trembling in fear.

The demonic sect members, however, were excited.

Finally, our powerhouse is here!

"Is this the First Demon King?"

"He’s so handsome!"

"Hmph, is Lin Langyue shaking in her boots now?"

"Why isn’t the righteous sect being arrogant anymore? Keep talking!"

"Holy Son Li, are you interested in dual cultivation? I know so many positions."

Lin Langyue’s mouth twitched slightly, and her previously calm eyes were now surging with tumultuous waves.

She recalled that terrifying dream once more.

In the Path of Absolute Death, where all techniques were severed, she had been gravely injured multiple times and was on the brink of death. Yet, she had endured it all, holding onto a single belief: to defeat Li Ran and prove herself!

To return the humiliation she suffered that day tenfold!

She closed her eyes, trying hard to calm her heart.

Now is not the time.

Yue Jianli looked at that figure, her eyes brimming with undisguised joy.

"Li Ran, we meet again."

She subconsciously took a step forward, unable to stop herself from walking toward him, but suddenly froze in place.

A graceful woman wearing a black veil walked up to Li Ran, her enchanting eyes gazing at him with a seductive smile.

It was Qin Ruyan of the Hehuan Sect!

‘Why is he chatting so casually with that demoness? She’s from the Hehuan Sect, for heaven’s sake!’

The two of them were talking about something. Qin Ruyan occasionally let out a soft laugh, clearly very close to him.

Yue Jianli stared blankly at the two of them, her tightly clenched fists trembling uncontrollably.

Li Ran said indifferently, "Mm, you’re here."

Qin Ruyan softly replied, "Holy Son Li, you’ve arrived."

Li Ran casually said, "Had a tailwind while flying, so the speed was faster."

Qin Ruyan responded, "The Hidden Gauze Sect is so far away from here; I didn't expect you to arrive this quickly."

He wasn’t foolish enough to reveal the existence of the teleportation formation.

"Ah, you’re so humorous," Qin Ruyan softly chuckled.

Li Ran was speechless.

Humorous? What’s so funny? What are you laughing at?

However, in Yue Jianli’s eyes, this scene became a sign of an intimate relationship.

At this moment, Bai Jiangye walked over and said, "I suppose this is the renowned Holy Son Li? I've heard much about you—it's an honor."

Li Ran looked puzzled. "And you are...?"

Bai Jiangye replied, "Bai Jiangye of the First Prison of Slaughter Prison."

Li Ran raised an eyebrow. So, it’s him?

This guy had quite the reputation.

Slaughter Prison consisted of eighteen levels, each representing a "prison of slaughter." The higher the level, the higher the status.

What determined which prison you belonged to wasn’t strength or potential, but the number of people you killed.

The stronger the people you killed, and the greater the number, the higher your position. No one cared how you did it.

Bai Jiangye had fought his way from the Eighteenth Prison to the First Prison, stepping over countless corpses to become the sect’s top disciple.

He was nicknamed "White Butcher of Slaughter." Yet, he was usually low-key and rarely appeared in public. This was Li Ran’s first time meeting him.

"Pleasure to meet you," Li Ran said with a nod, not saying much else.

Bai Jiangye smiled brightly, showing no trace of his murderous reputation.

With this, the key figures from both the righteous and demonic sect had arrived.

Everyone eyed each other warily, scheming in their own minds. The atmosphere grew heavy.

At that moment, Lin Langyue stepped forward.

Her cold voice echoed across the square. "Fellow cultivators, I am Lin Langyue, the Head Disciple of the Central Heaven Sect. I believe many of you recognize me."

The righteous sect disciples responded enthusiastically, while the demonic sect sneered in disdain.

Lin Langyue ignored them and continued, "I am well aware of the differences between righteousness and demonic paths, but the recent chaos caused by the demon beasts in the Ten Thousand Great Mountains suggests the possible emergence of a powerful demon. This is a disaster for the entire human race, transcending the divide between righteousness and demonic paths."

"When the nest is overturned, no egg remains intact."

"Therefore, before we confirm the source of the disturbance, I hope everyone can set aside their prejudices and discuss how to resist the demon tide together."

Her words were logical and carried the grandeur of the righteous path. However, astute observers knew it was partially nonsense.

If a powerful demon truly emerged, bringing calamity to humanity, it wouldn’t be something mere Nascent Soul, Golden Core, or even Foundation Establishment cultivators could stop. The sect elders and Emperor Realm powerhouses would have intervened long ago.

Their meeting here was more likely because some rare treasure was about to appear. Whoever could snatch it would gain the upper hand.

As a result, no one responded for a while.

Lin Langyue, seemingly aware of their thoughts, added, "If it is indeed the appearance of a rare treasure, then we will rely on our own abilities. I only hope that before the situation is clear, no one stabs anyone else in the back."

These words hit the mark.

The righteous sect disciples quickly voiced their agreement.

"I support Fairy Lin’s proposal."

"Indeed, for the sake of humanity, we should temporarily set aside our differences."

Lin Langyue turned her gaze to the demonic sect.

"What about you, members of the demonic path?"

Some demonic cultivators were moved, but no one spoke. Their eyes turned to Li Ran, as if waiting for him to decide.

Li Ran squinted, studying Lin Langyue.

This woman had changed.

Based on her detached personality before, she would never have stepped forward to organize a situation or say such superficial pleasantries.

And the way she looked at him... It seemed like she was challenging him.

Li Ran smiled faintly. "The Hidden Gauze Sect agrees."

As soon as he finished speaking, Qin Ruyan nodded and said, "The Hehuan Sect has no objections."

Yue Jianli, seeing this, twitched her lips, her face turning even paler.

Bai Jiangye shrugged with a smile. "The Prison of Slaughter agrees as well."

With the demonic sect having made their stance clear, Lin Langyue nodded. "Very well. Since both sides are in agreement, let’s send one representative each to discuss further at Qiuyue Pavilion in the city."

After finishing her words, she turned and left without hesitation.

Li Ran squinted at her departing figure.

Lin Langyue had grown stronger.

Not just a little stronger—immensely so.

However, her exact cultivation level was something he couldn’t discern for now.

Standing beside him, Qin Ruyan whispered, "She entered the Path of Absolute Death, the Central Heaven Sect’s forbidden zone. It’s said that anyone who comes out alive experiences a dramatic rise in their cultivation."

"Mm." Li Ran nodded.

At that moment, Yue Jianli happened to walk past them.

Li Ran wanted to greet her, but she snorted coldly and stomped away, her ponytail swaying behind her.

Li Ran scratched his head.

What’s going on? Who upset her now?