Versatile Mage: Lord of the Styx, but Lord of the Living

Chapter 219 A Chance for Solitude, A Domineering Lift of Restrictions
Faced with Jiang Shaoxu's sincere invitation, the girls in the National University team were all very tempted.

I finally got to go abroad, and although I came here to challenge and gain experience, I didn't want to waste this precious time!

But after sitting on the cruise ship for a while, I felt quite tired from the journey.

We're setting off for our next destination tomorrow.

These days, everyone wants to take a break.

Therefore, apart from Jiang Shaoxu who had ideas, everyone else in the group said they wanted to take a break, since they would have time to explore the more bustling Tokyo anyway.

Jiang Shaoxu's smile gradually froze.

Among the group, Mu Nujiao and Mu Ningxue wanted to comfort her, but they too had their own unspoken grievances.

They were both exhausted by Lu Ran and had no energy left. They just wanted to rest for a while, otherwise they wouldn't be able to challenge the club tomorrow.

Lu Ran touched the bridge of his nose and took the initiative to help Jiang Shaoxu out of the predicament, saying, "You guys get some rest. Shaoxu, let me go shopping with you."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Shaoxu's eyes lit up. Not wanting to miss this opportunity to be alone, she readily agreed.

"Then you can't go back on your word!"

Mu Nujiao and Mu Ningxue frowned, but once the words were spoken, they were like water spilled, and it was difficult to go back on them.

Lu Ran and Jiang Shaoxu went out. On the way, Jiang Shaoxu took the initiative to link arms with Lu Ran, which made Lu Ran feel helpless and sighed that his charm had increased even more.

However, he has always been open to all top beauties.

The two of them, one in front of the other, arrived at the foot of the mountain where the temple is located.

"Let's make it clear first, I can go shopping with you, but I have some important things to take care of. Um, it might take a while, so you'll have to wait a bit," Lu Ran said.

Lu Ran meant that Jiang Shaoxu should wait for him at the foot of the mountain.

But Jiang Shaoxu was unhappy. She pouted and said quietly, "I've walked such a long way with you, are you really willing to leave me like this?"

"Is there any secret in the temple? Is there something I can't see?"

"I want to be with you!"

Lu Ran's mouth twitched.

How sincere, enthusiastic, and proactive!
“There’s no secret. You can come if you want, but the mountain road is very muddy. If you can walk it, then go ahead.”

Lu Ran had already said that, but to everyone's surprise, Jiang Shaoxu didn't mind at all, and laughed and said:

"I have a lot of shoes, I just change them when they get dirty."

Jiang Shaoxu said coquettishly, "What secret is it? Just tell me, okay?"

Lu Ran couldn't stand women acting cute, and said quietly:
"Do you remember the giant black shadow we saw underwater on the cruise ship before?"

After saying that, Lu Ran led Jiang Shaoxu up the mountain.

The two of them walked and talked.

“Of course I remember. Didn’t you say that guy is a totem, and that he has a close connection with the Xuan Snake, the guardian totem of Hangzhou?” Jiang Shaoxu said.

Lu Ran smiled and said, "Yes, that is indeed a totem that is familiar with the Xuan Snake totem. I came from the temple this time to find the vessel that belongs to it."

"Utensils?"

Jiang Shaoxu's eyes lit up.

Lu Ran could tell from her expression that this little girl definitely knew some knowledge about totems.

Although Jiang Shaoxu was curious, she was also sensible enough not to ask any more questions.

There were still quite a few tourists in the temple, but Lu Ran had come with a very clear purpose, so he didn't linger too long. After finding out the approximate location, he led Jiang Shaoxu towards the back mountain of the temple.

Dusk is falling.

Lu Ran and Jiang Shaoxu walked slowly, their feet crunching on the soft fallen leaves. The mountain breeze, carrying the fragrance of grass and trees, brushed against his clothes. He casually used his spiritual power to search for the abandoned temple on the mountaintop, until a nimble figure entered his sight—the fleeting soul of a young girl.

She skipped closer, her silvery voice brimming with excitement: "Hey? A new face! You're not from around here, are you? What brings you to the back of the temple?"

"Wow, what a beautiful woman! Is she your girlfriend?"

"And what's your name? Can I get to know you?"

Jiang Shaoxu did not respond to the woman's question at all, not because she did not want to answer, but because she could not hear her.
Lu Ran seemed to be deep in thought; it seemed that this woman had chosen him.

uninteresting.

Lu Ran didn't even bother to lift his eyelids and continued walking straight ahead.

"Hey!" The girl floated in front of him, her skirt fluttering like butterfly wings. "Where are you going? Why aren't you answering me?"

Lu Ran suddenly stopped and thoughtfully examined the chattering spirit.

"Go to the back mountain."

He pointed ahead, a hint of amusement in his voice, wanting to see her reaction.

"To the back mountain?"

“That place has been abandoned for a long time. What are you going to do in the back mountain? Tell me, maybe I can help you,” the spirit girl replied.

"I'm going to get a wooden fish," Lu Ran said with a smile.

The girl froze, her smile freezing on her face.

Jiang Shaoxu was startled by Lu Ran's sudden voice and pointing gesture. There was clearly nothing in front of him, so she thought he was possessed!

"Lu Ran, are you talking to me? Are you alright?" Jiang Shaoxu asked with some concern.

Lu Ran's lips twitched. She felt that if she continued talking, Jiang Shaoxu would think she was mentally ill.
He didn't bother to reply and simply walked away.

Soon, an abandoned house in the middle of a pile of weeds came into view.

Jiang Shaoxu's eyes widened in disbelief:

"Lu Ran, is the totem vessel really in here? That's too shabby!"

Lu Ran was also speechless. No wonder the totem was so hard to find. The utensils were all in such an inconspicuous dilapidated house. Who could find them?

Inside the temple, a wooden fish covered in dust was prominently displayed, its curved lid engraved with intricate patterns.

The markings are not Japanese small characters; rather, they resemble an ancient script.

Holding it in his palm, Lu Ran sensed that this wooden fish was Baxia's totem vessel!
"Put it down! No outsiders are allowed in this place!" A handsome monk strode over and pointed at Lu Ran, scolding him.

"How dare you bring outsiders to this place!" Narahara Sora roared at the spirit girl.

"I...I didn't. This guest found his way to the back mountain on his own. He said he came to get a wooden fish."

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Upon hearing this, Narahara Sora frowned and stared at Lu Ran.

“Narahara Sora, I’ll give you a chance for revenge, but only tonight. After that, it won’t be open again,” Lu Ran said.

Narahara Sora's face turned pale instantly; the other person's few words seemed to have pierced his heart.

报仇
Before he could think any further, he saw Lu Ran place his hand on the wooden fish.

The restrictions on the wooden fish were activated, emitting a strong yellow lightning bolt to prevent Lu Ran from appearing.

But Lu Ran's expression remained unchanged; instead, he used his powerful mental strength to press down on the wooden fish.

Upon seeing this, Narahara Sora was shocked.

Lu Ran used the most ruthless and domineering methods to forcibly break the seal, without even trying to unravel its secrets!
(End of this chapter)