In the morning hours, Lu Ran stood on the platform of Rain Alley City Station, awaiting a train.

High-speed train stations have rules that non-passengers may not enter the platform.

But this is Rain Alley.

Lu Ran is Lu Ran.

Had he not been assertive yet polite in sending off the station leaders, he would likely be surrounded by a crowd of people.

Some wanted to stand with Lu Ran and receive the train together, while others played coy and refused to disembark.

When the train came to a halt and the carriage doors opened automatically, a tall and slender figure stood at the door.

Motionless.

Her hair length did not exceed her shoulders, slightly curved, and somewhat messy.

She wore a V-neck knit sweater, a dark scarf, a black wool coat, and black high heels.

Her originally sweet face, now clad in such attire and styled hair, seemed elegant yet sexy.

Indeed,

cuteness was nothing in front of sexiness.

"Where's your white down jacket, the one with pink bunny ears?" Lu Ran slightly raised an eyebrow.

Last winter was still fresh and clean.

Grown up by a year, and already switched to a mature style?

It's undeniable, Sister Xian'er's appearance was top-notch.

Unfortunately, beneath this top-tier exterior hid a fiercely eccentric personality...

Xianxian still stood inside the train, in front of the carriage door, silent, quietly looking at Lu Ran.

Lu Ran said, "You're blocking the people behind."

If it were Jiang Ruyi, she would have immediately come out, unwilling to cause trouble for others.

But who is Xianxian?

Blocking people?

Then you can roll to the next carriage!

Behind Xianxian, the female attendant hesitated for a long time, yet dared not speak.

The aura of the lady before her was too intimidating...

It was good enough that ordinary people didn't tremble, let alone make a peep.

Lu Ran said, "Don't be silly."

Xianxian finally spoke, scoffing, "This is your Rain Alley."

"What's wrong with Rain Alley?"

"Who gets off at your stop?"

Lu Ran hesitated, "..."

You... well, you're right.

Lu Ran slightly tilted his head, "You're blocking the staff from doing their job."

"No—I haven't," the attendant stammered, quickly walking back into the carriage.

Don't drag me into a couple's quarrel!

You cultivators, each one scarier than the next... Uh?

The attendant was stunned.

Because Xianxian blocked the carriage door, the female attendant couldn't see the people outside.

Now stepping into the carriage and through the window, she naturally saw the youth in black hat and black mask.

Isn't that Lu Ran?

He was dressed just like that on "Heavenly Pride"!

"My dear!" The attendant's eyes widened, immediately pulling out her phone.

Clearly, Lu Ran had been somewhat negligent.

Last week on "Heavenly Pride," in order to conceal his "divine appearance," he was still wearing a hat and mask.

Lu Ran was genuinely worried about "seducing" too many people.

And here came the problem!

If he continued wearing a black hat and black mask while traveling, what effect would the disguise have?

When Lu Ran took a cab to the high-speed train station, the driver had already taught Lu Ran a lesson.

The excited driver talked the entire way, asked for an autograph from Lu Ran, and at the end, insisted on refusing the fare.

After arriving at the station, Lu Ran wanted to talk to the station staff, hoping to enter the platform to meet someone.

Little did he anticipate that he would be recognized by a security officer upon entering the station, who directly reported to higher authorities and escorted Lu Ran onto the platform.

What followed was a swarm of leaders arriving...

Lu Ran was overwhelmed!

As a guardian deity of Rain Alley City, he was treated with absolute respect and care.

He also saw countless surprised and grateful faces.

There were a few moments that made Lu Ran slightly embarrassed and at a loss.

During his journey, several people paid great respect to him.

The kind that involved kneeling.

Many tearfully thanked Lu Ran for saving their lives, thanking Heavenly Pride Lu Tianjiao for rescuing their families.

In this era of worshipping gods, kneeling had become an ordinary act.

Kneeling to gods, praying for protection was something people did daily; it had become habitual.

But kneeling to a person?

Perhaps, for the people of Rain Alley, Lu Ran's existence was also a kind of deity.

"Stop fussing, come down," Lu Ran advised. "The train only stops for two minutes; it will depart soon."

Xianxian huffed, "Even better, I'll go have fun by myself."

Lu Ran felt helpless.

This girl got onto the train while Aunt Si saw her off all the way to the platform, even called him for confirmation and repeatedly reminded him.

Of course, Lu Ran had to personally receive her when she disembarked.

Lu Ran took a step forward and walked over.

Xianxian's gaze was deep. As Lu Ran approached, a flicker of panic crossed her eyes, and she turned her head to look aside.

Sister Ruyi wasn't exaggerating.

Lu Ran's eyes, who could withstand them...

On "Heavenly Pride," Xianxian had also had a superficial experience, but what was it compared to seeing with her own eyes?

Especially now, when he was slightly displeased, approaching with large strides, pressing forward.

Tsk tsk,

that aura!

It's even more thrilling~

I really want to pick up a hammer and have a fight with him...

Xianxian felt her wrist tighten and was directly pulled off the train.

Her high heels clacked, and the suitcase wheels rumbled.

"Be gentle, you're hurting me!"

Xianxian struggled with her hand, clearly displeased.

Stupid younger brother!

I regret not slapping you back then.

Lu Ran smiled, "Came here to act spoiled?"

Xianxian shot back directly, "Who asked you to brush me off? Do you know how hurtful your words were?"

Lu Ran slightly raised an eyebrow, "I've arranged for you to go to Luoxian Mountain, is that still brushing you off?"

Xianxian fell silent.

Lu Ran arranging for her under the foot of the divine truly showed full sincerity.

However, Xianxian still couldn't forget the time she eagerly asked him where he was going, and he said he was too busy...

After that phone call, Xianxian indeed felt devastated.

The greater the expectation, the greater the disappointment.

She sat alone on the small bed, staring blankly at the sky outside the window.

Her joyful anticipation turning empty, her eye rims gradually reddening.

Thinking about the lonely, dim days continuing without an end in sight.

Perhaps, she should never have worshipped the Divine·Lie Tian.

Having great power, so what?

Becoming a Believer, stepping onto what everyone considers the right path, what's the use?

Staying at home, she was like a rat hiding in the sewers.

Occasionally going out, she became a plague god that everyone avoided and detested.

Perhaps, she should just be an ordinary person.

To hell with curiosity!

To hell with resisting Evil Demons, protecting family!

To hell with common notions, the right course in life!

To hell with societal values, school, and family education!

To hell with Lie...

But it was too late.

You can't just leave the God Sect when you feel like it.

"Sister Xian'er?" Lu Ran stopped in his tracks, looking at the girl beside him whose emotions were violently fluctuating.

In those beautiful eyes, a layer of mist seemed to rise.

Was she about to cry?

Is this still the aggressive Lie Tian Girl he knew?

Lu Ran quickly reviewed all his actions since meeting her up until now.

He didn't seem to have said anything too harsh, did he?

Could it be, pulling her off the train really hurt her?

"What's up?" Xianxian turned her head again, glancing aside.

After a moment of hesitation, Lu Ran softly said, "We're catching the afternoon train, let's head home now.

What do you want to eat for lunch? I'll take you out."

Xianxian scoffed coldly, "My mom told me to cook for you at noon. We'll eat at home, to avoid causing you trouble."

Lu Ran took her suitcase, repeating:

"What do you want for lunch? I'll take you out."

"Can't you understand human speech?" Lie Tian Girl's emotions were extremely unstable, ready to explode at a moment's notice.

However, when Xianxian suddenly turned to look at Lu Ran, she froze.

She saw a pair of gentle eyes.

Gone was the displeasure from before, only a tranquil calm remained.

As if any emotions that plunged into them could not stir up the slightest ripple.

That was a kind of...

peace that embraced everything.

Xianxian spaced out for a while, then looked away.

Thinking about her own outburst of control just now, she lowered her head and softly said:

"Sorry, I didn't mean it."

Lu Ran softly spoke, "It's fine. What do you want for lunch? How about hotpot lamb?"

He, of course, knew she didn't mean it.

The disease is called Lie Tian.

It's not about others.

Xianxian looked up, her expression bizarre, "You? Eating hotpot lamb?"

Lu Ran shrugged, "If you want to eat it, let's go."

Xianxian ruffled her hair, making it even messier.

Her eyes, brimming with tears, naturally carried a sense of broken vulnerability.

To outsiders, this was an appearance that seemed pitifully lovely—an utterly unique charm.

As for Lu Ran, she seemed even crazier...

Xianxian took a good while to respond, "Can you handle it?"

Lu Ran retorted, "What kind of question is that!"

Xianxian placed a hand on Lu Ran's shoulder, her eyes shining, "Then I want to eat lamb skewers, and drink draft beer!"

Lu Ran slightly furrowed his brows, "Draft beer in winter?"

Xianxian suddenly smiled, her smile sweet, her voice even sweeter:

"Young~~~ master~~~"

Lu Ran shivered, "Speak properly!"

Xianxian bent over, grabbed the handle of her suitcase again, "Young master, let me carry it.

I'm the young mistress's maid, expressly appointed by you!

Just command me, young master."

Lu Ran slightly lifted his head, gesturing towards the exit escalator, "Let's go."

"Alright then." Xianxian immediately strode forward, her wool coat unbuttoned and flapping, moving briskly.

Lu Ran's expression was peculiar as he followed behind, riding the escalator together.

Xianxian turned around and looked down, a pitiful little look in her eyes, looking towards Lu Ran, "About that draft beer..."

"Hmm," Lu Ran nodded gently.

Xianxian's eyes lit up, her tongue licked her lips.

That greedy look seemed somewhat appropriate for a normal girl.

Lu Ran could guess that such things as alcohol were strictly forbidden by Aunt Si for Xianxian.

But by his side, Lu Ran didn't mind letting Xianxian drink a little.

He had the absolute strength to control the situation.

As Jiang Ruyi said, Sister Xian'er is in too much pain; let her have some joy.

Lu Ran watched Xianxian, who was lost in her delightful fantasies, and smiled:

"Button up, it's cold outside."

"Okay."

"Fix your hair; you look like you just woke up."

"Hmm."

"Everything will get better."

"Of course it will..." Xianxian paused, looking down at Lu Ran standing below.

Lu Ran lifted his gaze towards her, his eyes earnest.

The escalator just reached its end.

Xianxian, dragging her suitcase, walked out.

"Hehe." She smiled, although the smile was somewhat strained, casually joking, "Yeah, I believe in you, young master."

Following behind her, Lu Ran murmured to himself:

"I believe in myself too."

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