Battle Through the Heavens: The Holy Sun Immortal Venerable

Chapter 114 Reunion with Yun Yunyan's Plea

The events that occurred at the Yunlan Sect spread like wildfire throughout every corner of the Jia Ma Empire in just a few days, causing a huge uproar throughout the entire empire.

The sheer power and terror of the Yunlan Sect within the Jia Ma Empire is almost universally known.

Especially after Yunshan successfully broke through to the Dou Zong level and emerged from seclusion, the Yunlan Sect's prestige soared, completely overshadowing other families within the Jia Ma Empire, and even the royal family.

However, now, shocking news has spread that Yunshan has died and that many elders of the Yunlan Sect have died suddenly. This is undoubtedly a momentous event for the people of the Jiama Empire.

Without Yunshan, the Yunlan Sect also lost a Dou Zong-level expert. This seemingly unshakeable behemoth seems to have returned to its original form...

As this matter spread like wildfire, Xiao Yan of the Xiao family, who was the cause of the incident, became known to everyone in the Jia Ma Empire.

However, few people knew about the Dou Zong and those above Dou Zong. Everyone who knew kept silent and dared not discuss it too much. Therefore, Xiao Yan of the Xiao family became the most famous person in the vast Jia Ma Empire.

Defeating the young sect master of Yunlan Sect, a Earth-rank martial arts expert, a third-grade alchemist, and a Dou Zong senior brother...

With his various identities overlapping, Xiao Yan of the Xiao family quickly became known throughout the entire Jia Ma Empire!

If someone is merely outstanding among the younger generation, they are insignificant in the eyes of those old monsters at the Douhuang level or above. However, their Earth-rank Dou skills and Douzong senior brothers are something they have to take seriously.

For a time, the Mittel family's residence in the capital was bustling with visitors.

The Yunlan Sect, which was originally the core of the Jiama Empire, is now much quieter.

Yunlan Sect, side hall.

The empty hall was silent. In the center of the hall, Lin Ran sat cross-legged, studying the Burning Technique.

"Creak..."

Suddenly, the sound of a door opening rang out in the empty hall, and then the tightly closed hall door slowly opened.

A ray of moonlight spread closer, and a stunningly beautiful woman in white entered the room. The moonlight behind her enveloped her like a thin silver veil, making her appear like a celestial fairy, exuding an indescribable nobility and ethereal beauty.

"Are you settled in?"

Lin Ran slowly opened his eyes, looked at the beauty in front of him, and softly asked, "How much damage did you suffer?"

"There are eleven elders and twenty-four deacons in total."

Yun Yun sighed softly, her brows furrowed with worry. This power would be a considerable force in any organization, and could even support an entire sect.

Even though Yunlan Sect is a behemoth, the direct loss of so many elders and deacons is like cutting off a large piece of flesh for them.

Not to mention, Yunshan also died.

Lin Ran gently pulled Yun Yun into his arms, without making any rash moves, but instead gently placed his hands on either side of Yun Yun's forehead to soothe her.

"What's your decision regarding Yunshan?"

"I think it would be better to bury the teacher in peace."

Yun Yun leaned against Lin Ran's chest, closed her eyes and enjoyed the moment, and softly replied, "My teacher has already worked so hard for the Yunlan Sect. I don't want him to have no peace even after he dies."

"Three days later, I will bury my teacher inside the Gate of Life and Death."

"That's fine too."

Lin Ran did not reject Yun Yun's idea, and was not even surprised by it.

Yun Yun's nature and her soft heart destined her to do nothing for the already deceased Yun Shan, to give him a proper burial and allow her teacher to find peace in death. This was her hope, her responsibility, and her duty.

"By the way, Yanran said she wanted to enter the Gate of Life and Death with Teacher to cultivate, but I haven't agreed yet."

As if she had thought of something, Yun Yun opened her eyes and looked at Lin Ran: "This blow was quite significant for her. If she had narrowly lost to Xiao Yan, Yan Ran probably wouldn't be in such a hurry. But the power that Xiao Yan displayed next really hit her hard."

"After all, the Gate of Life and Death requires a Spirit Battle level to enter. Although Yanran is the one who can resonate with the Gate of Life and Death this time, it is still too early for her to enter now. So I want her to cultivate for a while longer, at least until she can master the Raging Wind Sword Qi, before entering the Gate of Life and Death."

The Raging Wind Sword Aura is a Rank 1 combat skill that Nalan Yanran has mastered. This skill was taught to her by Yun Yun, but its origin is actually something that Yun Yun obtained from Lin Ran.

Yun Yun possessed the Sacred Jade Token, through which Lin Ran transferred a portion of his cultivation techniques and combat skills to her. This is why Yun Yun's strength improved so rapidly.

In less than a year, Yun Yun has risen from a three-star Dou Huang to the peak of Dou Huang.

This is not only because Yun Yun herself has outstanding talent, but also because of Lin Ran's guidance and the changes and improvements in her cultivation techniques and combat skills!

"The Gate of Life and Death."

Lin Ran murmured softly.

Although he had never been to the Gate of Life and Death, he knew what the Gate of Life and Death of the Yunlan Sect was. It was the resting place of the Yunlan Sect's successive sect leaders, and also a small-scale secret realm.

Based on the description in the original work, it should have been created by the powerful figure who founded the Yunlan Sect.

Its purpose is twofold: firstly, to bury the successive sect leaders of the Yunlan Sect, and secondly... to provide a legacy for the future generations of the Yunlan Sect.

To be able to establish such a small spatial secret realm, one's strength must be at least at the peak of the Dou Zong level or the Dou Zun level. It seems that the ancestors of the Yunlan Sect were quite wealthy.

"There's no need for that. Since Yanran wants to go, let her go."

Lin Ran chuckled lightly: "I will provide her with some assistance at that time, after all, she is also a member of my Holy Sect. Of course, I understand what you mean, I will not interfere too much, but I will definitely not put her in any danger."

"All right."

Seeing Lin Ran speak up, Yun Yun didn't say anything more.

It wasn't that she didn't want Nalan Yanran to go to the Gate of Life and Death.

As her only disciple and the only person in the next Yunlan Sect who can establish a connection with the Gate of Life and Death, Nalan Yanran's entry into the Gate of Life and Death is inevitable; it's just that it's too early now and a bit dangerous.

With Lin Ran's assurance, Yun Yun naturally felt relieved.

"Now that we've lost our teacher, and with the deaths of all the elders and deacons, the Yunlan Sect is severely weakened. The situation ahead will be difficult to manage," Yun Yun sighed softly. "And there's still the sect conference in a year..."

"Sect Conference?" Upon hearing this, Lin Ran was taken aback, as he had never heard of such a conference before.

"Our Gama Empire is located in the northwest of this continent. In this vast region, there are at least nearly a hundred countries of varying sizes. The Gama Empire is just one of them. Each empire has some powerful sects, and the total number of them is countless."

Seeing Lin Ran's puzzled expression, Yun Yun smiled gently and explained.

She forgot that Lin Ran came from Zhongzhou. Although he was powerful, he didn't really know much about the major roads of the Northwest Continent.

"This sect conference is hosted by some of the strongest forces in the Northwest region. Their purpose is not benevolent. Some ambitious individuals want to unify all the forces in the Northwest region and make them a force that can rival the top forces on the continent."

"However, no one has yet achieved this ambition. The Northwest region is too vast, with numerous forces and complex relationships. It is no easy task to bring them all under the sect's control."

"Therefore, no true overlord has emerged in this southwestern region until now. Instead, there are many strong forces standing side by side. Our Yunlan Sect can only be ranked as a second-rate force. Originally, after our teacher emerged from seclusion and we had a Dou Zong level expert, we could have barely been ranked as a first-rate force. Unfortunately..."

Upon hearing what Yun Yun said, Lin Ran looked enlightened.

No wonder the powerful figures in the Black Corner Region are so familiar with Green Robe and the others, even though there are no forces like the Heavenly Serpent Mansion. It turns out there is such a thing as a sect conference.

Compared to the Yunlan Sect, the Tianshe Mansion is undoubtedly the true overlord of the Northwest Continent, and may even have Dou Zun powerhouses.

However, even the Heavenly Serpent Palace ultimately failed to become the overlord of this sect conference, and Lin Ran did not know the reason why.

But it doesn't matter. Just because the Heavenly Serpent Palace can't do something doesn't mean the Holy Rain Sect can't!

"Don't be sad. The Yunlan Sect is indeed in a bad situation right now, but it's not without a way to get out of it."

Lin Ran chuckled, and under Yun Yun's curious gaze, pinched her fair and delicate cheek: "Don't forget, isn't the current state of the Yunlan Sect the perfect opportunity for them to join the Holy Rain Sect?"

"Besides..."

"Once you break through to the Dou Zong level, all your problems will be solved!"

"I?"

Yun Yun was slightly taken aback, then gave a wry smile: "I can't do it, Aran."

"Although I am currently at the peak of Dou Huang, all of my strength has increased dramatically within the past year."

"My teacher was stuck at the peak of Dou Huang for decades, as was Jia Xingtian of the royal family. This shows the gap between Dou Huang and Dou Zong. Given my current situation, if I don't spend several years accumulating experience, I think I will never be able to touch the threshold of Dou Zong."

"Is that what you think?"

Lin Ran couldn't help but chuckle softly, kneading his delicate palms as his pure Yang fighting spirit penetrated slightly, sensing everything about Yun Yun at that moment.

In his perception, Yun Yun's current strength has reached the peak of Dou Huang. Although she is still some distance from Dou Zong, the distance is not significant.

With a little time to accumulate battle qi and a moment to comprehend the power of space, breaking through to the Dou Zong level within a few months is not a problem at all.

Moreover, this was all under the condition that Yun Yun was left to figure it out on her own.

With his help, Yun Yun could break through to the Dou Zong realm tomorrow, let alone in a few months!

Don't underestimate the power of a Dou Zun expert, not to mention that this Dou Zun expert is also a seventh-grade alchemist and possesses a pure Yang body!

"It's just breaking through to a minor Dou Zong level, what's so difficult about that?"

Lin Ran gently took Yun Yun's hand and pulled her into his arms. At the same time, he raised his palm and a jade bottle appeared in his palm.

"A sixth-grade breakthrough pill. However, under my refinement, the efficacy of this breakthrough pill has been greatly enhanced, and its efficacy can be considered that of a seventh-grade pill. It can increase your success rate by 30% when you advance to the Dou Zong level, and it guarantees that even if the person who takes it fails to advance to the Dou Zong level, their strength will be stabilized at the level before the attempt."

"After you bury your teacher, you should try going into seclusion. With this elixir and your talent, breaking through to the Dou Zong realm will be a piece of cake, a sure thing!"

"Aran..."

Looking at the Breakthrough Pill in Lin Ran's hand, Yun Yun stared intently at Lin Ran.

Eyes facing each other.

Yun Yun blushed slightly, raised her pretty face, and, to Lin Ran's surprise, pressed her luscious red lips against his.

With such a beautiful woman so eager, how could Lin Ran refuse?

With a wave of his hand, the surrounding space was sealed off. Inside the hall, the man and woman embraced tightly, releasing the passionate feelings in their hearts.

Its madness was so great that even the bright moon in the sky was ashamed and hid behind the clouds, not daring to look too closely...

……

A night of madness ensued, and only as the first light of dawn appeared in the east did this unprecedented battle come to an end.

The vast palace was filled with traces of the battle. The two had been separated for a long time, and their reunion today caused their longing to burst forth, making the battle even more intense.

The bright moon was veiled by the morning light, and Lin Ran gently stroked Yun Yun's pink back, enjoying the bliss of family life.

Yun Yun was still fast asleep in his arms, her whole body wrapped around Lin Ran like an octopus. Between her slightly furrowed brows, her face, still full of lingering charm, was mature and beautiful.

If the disciples of the Yunlan Sect outside saw the usually noble and aloof Sect Master Yun in this state, they would all be shocked!

Lin Ran slightly raised his right hand, placed it in front of his eyes, and then clenched it. A surge of power flowed through his body.

"After the Blood Realm problem was resolved, the Joyful Zen Bliss Technique within my body can continue to absorb battle qi. However, I have already broken through to the Dou Zun level, so ordinary furnaces are no longer of much use to me."

"At the very least, I need to absorb a Dou Huang or Dou Zong level furnace. And once I absorb it, I'll probably drain all the essence, energy, and spirit from the furnace..."

The thought flashed through Lin Ran's mind, but he immediately shook his head.

Good furnaces are hard to find. Although the women around him are all top-notch, Lin Ran couldn't bring himself to use them to gain strength.

Well, there are many ways to improve one's strength. For him at the moment, absorbing a furnace is the most basic method.

"Um?"

Seemingly noticing something, Lin Ran raised his hand and slapped Yun Yun's buttocks.

shoot!

The sound of her buttocks hitting the ground was distinct.

Yun Yun frowned slightly, opened her eyes with a soft moan, her brows still brimming with passion: "No, no more, I really can't take it anymore, Aran..."

"It has to work, even if it doesn't work, your precious apprentice is here."

"It really won't work... W-what, Yanran?"

Yun Yun looked surprised and hurriedly got up from Lin Ran's body, trying to put on her clothes, but her legs went weak and she collapsed into Lin Ran's arms again.

"teacher!"

Before Yun Yun could get up again, Nalan Yanran's slightly anxious voice rang out from outside the hall, causing Yun Yun's expression to change drastically.

Nalan Yanran has really arrived!

But it's only the hour of Yin (3-5 AM), what is this girl doing here at this hour?

Moreover, judging from his mood, he seemed very anxious. Could it be that he said something?

"Is Master home?"

Seeing that Yun Yun did not respond for a long time, Nalan Yanran called out again, her anxious tone becoming more and more intense, even with a hint of crying.

Yun Yun was in a state of utter confusion. She hurriedly put on her clothes, taking a deep breath to calm herself after the fierce battle, and said calmly, "I'm here, Yanran, please wait a moment... Ah!"

"Teacher, what's wrong?"

"No, it's nothing, I'll be right there."

Nalan Yanran frowned slightly. It wasn't that she felt she had to wait a moment for anything, but rather why her teacher's voice sounded so strange, as if he was suppressing something...

However, she didn't think much about it at the moment. Her mind was completely occupied by that one thing, and the urgency of the matter far exceeded her expectations.

Otherwise, with her master's funeral approaching, she would never have disturbed Yun Yun at this moment.

……

inside the house.

Lin Ran slowly fastened his belt and put on his black robe.

Behind her, Yun Yun slumped to the ground, her cheeks burning, her clothes in disarray.

She stared at Lin Ran's retreating figure, feeling incredibly embarrassed.

Even though the battle was already over, this wicked guy actually stirred up trouble again when Yanran was talking to her just now.

The suddenness of the outbreak of war almost made her cry out!

Sensing Yun Yun's gaze, Lin Ran turned around and gently pulled her into his arms, also helping her to tidy up the situation: "Hurry up and get yourself together, don't keep Yanran waiting."

"You, you..."

Yun Yun's body trembled, as if she had been struck by something, and she bit her red lips lightly.

"What if Yanran finds out?!"

"So what if you know? Do you think I'm not presentable enough?" Lin Ran smiled and lifted Yun Yun's chin, saying, "But you'd better adjust yourself quickly. If Yanran sees you like this, tsk tsk tsk."

"It's all because of you!"

"hey-hey……"

……

Yunlan Sect, side hall.

About fifteen minutes later, just as Nalan Yanran was getting impatient, Yun Yun finally arrived.

"teacher!"

Looking at Yun Yun in front of her, Nalan Yanran suddenly felt that Yun Yun's complexion was much rosier, and her complexion and aura had improved to a certain extent.

However, that's not the point. Upon seeing Yun Yun, Nalan Yanran knelt down with a thud, much to Yun Yun's astonishment.

"What's wrong, Yanran? What's wrong with you...?"

"Teacher, you must help me! My grandfather... his internal poison has flared up!"

"What?!"

Yun Yun's eyebrows were furrowed.

Nalan Yanran's grandfather is named Nalan Jie, the current head of the Nalan family, the Lionheart Marshal of the Jia Ma Empire, one of the top ten powerhouses, and a Dou Wang (Battle King) level expert.

In an unexpected turn of events, Nalan Jie was poisoned by the venom of a fifth-tier magical beast, the Branding Poison Python. Although he survived, he was severely injured.

The venom of the Iron-Piercing Serpent, also known as Branding Poison, is a venom that strikes fear into the hearts of all. Records show numerous instances of sixth-tier magical beasts being killed by the Iron-Piercing Serpent, even those of higher tiers.

If it weren't for the fact that the number of these magical beasts was so small as to be negligible, many powerful figures on the continent would probably have turned pale with horror under the influence of this poison.

Most importantly, the venom of this snake is so potent that, just as its name suggests, it is deeply ingrained in a person's bones and even bone marrow. Even a sixth-grade elixir cannot neutralize it; only the powerful force of a strange fire can remove it.

According to the original estimate, Nalan Jie should have been able to hold on for a while longer, but now...

"It must be because I lost to Xiao Yan that my grandfather was so enraged that he..."

With tears welling in her eyes, Nalan Yanran said in a slightly sobbing voice, "Teacher, please save my grandfather, I, I..."

Nalan Yanran closed her eyes in pain. If she could defeat Xiao Yan in the three-year agreement, she wouldn't be in this state now, because Yun Yun had promised her that as long as she could defeat Xiao Yan, Yun Yun would help heal Nalan Jie.

But she lost.

She was defeated by Xiao Yan, even after Yun Yun taught her Earth-rank fighting techniques.

Logically, she shouldn't be here, but... but...

That's her grandfather!

(End of this chapter)