Proud Goddess Falls in Love with Me
Chapter 1386: 1345: Meeting the Requirements

Chapter 1386: Chapter 1345: Meeting the Requirements

Lu Chuan pursed his lips, somewhat guilty as he shifted his gaze away from Xiu Niang’s chest.

“Still talking, still talking!”

Xiu Niang’s delicate face flushed slightly. Pulling at the corner of Lu Chuan’s robe, she slapped him twice on the chest, only to end up hurting her own hands instead.

“Alright, alright. So what should we do now?”

Lu Chuan gently grasped Xiu Niang’s small hands and lightly kneaded them, trying to soothe her. “You know this place better than I do. Where should we head from here?”

“I’ve never been here either, how would I know? We can only wander around and hope for some luck.”

“Then… split up?”

“No way! What if we run into that monster again? I don’t have any Soul-Attracting Bell or anything like that. Do you just want me dead?”

Lu Chuan could only sigh helplessly.

That wasn’t his intention at all, but he couldn’t figure out why Xiu Niang had been so temperamental lately. Could it be that one starts to take someone for granted after obtaining them? Lu Chuan felt her attitude toward him was progressively worsening.

“Then let’s head in the direction we fled from earlier and see if we can find some useful clues.”

Xiu Niang didn’t reply and obediently trailed behind Lu Chuan. On this endless battlefield, they didn’t even know how long they had been walking. Judging from the footprints left behind, Lu Chuan almost believed he was just walking in circles.

After so long, the surroundings hadn’t changed at all. As far as the eye could see, this Ancient Battlefield seemed to stretch endlessly.

“We can’t keep wandering aimlessly like this. We still don’t know whether the flow of time within this Shattered Space matches the outside world. For all we know, the outside might have already undergone drastic changes while we’re wasting time here.”

…

Lu Chuan’s guess wasn’t wrong. From his perspective, it had only been a few hours since they entered the Shattered Space. But in the outside world, a full three days had passed!

“Still no news of Lu Chuan?”

Suzumiya Setsuna frowned deeply, her expression grim.

The squad captain shook his head bitterly and said in a heavy tone, “The people we sent have combed through the area near the volcano inch by inch, but apart from footprints, there were no other clues. Judging by the footprints, Mr. Lu Chuan seems to have jumped straight into the volcano.”

“Why would he do something so reckless… Issue an order: station guards near the volcano, and allow no one to approach. If any suspicious individuals are found, suppress them immediately and bring them to me. Also, report any updates on Lu Chuan immediately.”

“Yes, Miss!”

“Sister… Is Brother Lu Chuan okay?”

At the right moment, Suzumiya Ichikazu entered from outside the door, her eyes red and wet. She choked out, “Did something happen to Brother Lu Chuan?”

“Lu Chuan is a Nascent Soul cultivator; how could something happen to him so easily? He’s probably just busy with his own affairs, Ichikazu. Don’t worry too much.”

“Really?”

“Trust me. Last time, even in such a dire situation, Lu Chuan pulled through, didn’t he? He’ll definitely be fine.”

Although those were her words, how could Suzumiya Setsuna truly be at ease?

Ever since the true nature of the Kappa was uncovered, more and more Yin Ghost Sect disciples had been appearing over the past few days. Parts of their bodies had transformed, just like the man they had previously captured. They even exhibited astonishing physical strength. Suzumiya Setsuna had already informed the other major families about the situation and requested their aid.

But at this critical juncture, everyone was focused on protecting themselves. Who would genuinely send their elites to help the Suzumiya family fend off the Yin Ghost Sect?

Those fools cared only about their immediate safety, completely unaware that if the Suzumiya family fell, how could they escape unscathed?

The appearance of these monsters had further drained the already insufficient manpower of the Suzumiya family. They wished they could split every person in two to handle all the responsibilities. And now, they had to divert some of their forces to handle matters regarding Lu Chuan, leaving Suzumiya Setsuna physically and mentally exhausted.

“Ichikazu, have you finished today’s cultivation?”

“Not yet… I’m worried about Brother Lu Chuan.”

“Lu Chuan will definitely be fine. Has your sister ever lied to you?”

Suzumiya Ichikazu shook her head.

“So, you must focus on cultivation and make yourself stronger to help Brother Lu Chuan, right? As soon as I get news about Lu Chuan, I’ll let you know immediately.”

“Miss, Miss! There’s news!”

At that moment, the squad captain from earlier rushed back into the room, panting heavily. “Miss, there’s news about Mr. Lu Chuan!”

Upon hearing this, Suzumiya Setsuna’s eyes immediately brightened. “Quick, tell me!”

“The soldiers at the front line sent word—they’ve discovered an altar inside the volcano, and Mr. Lu Chuan’s aura briefly appeared near it!”

“…And then?”

“And then… our people don’t know how to activate the altar. For now, there’s no further progress.”

Suzumiya Setsuna was utterly exasperated.

This counts as news? Who didn’t already know Lu Chuan went to the snow mountain?

The issue was, three entire days had passed, and Lu Chuan was still missing!

But still, it was a clue, at least.

“Understood. Try to figure out a way to activate the altar. We must find Lu Chuan. Only he can resolve the plight the Suzumiya family is facing.”

…

Elsewhere, within the Ancient Ruins.

Xiu Niang dragged Lu Chuan’s unconscious body step by step, a trace of fury crossing her delicate features.

“What the hell is wrong with this guy? One second he’s talking, and the next he just collapses—all of a sudden and nearly scared me to death!”

But Lu Chuan was helpless too. What could he do?

Lu Chuan hadn’t expected Yun Yan to bypass the Tower Spirit and forcibly pull his Divine Sense into the Demon Suppression Pagoda. Even the Tower Spirit couldn’t prevent it—what could he possibly do?

“Uh… Senior Yun Yan, is there a reason you summoned me so suddenly?”

“Of course. Didn’t we agree? I’d help you solve your current predicament, and in return, you’d fulfill my request. Now that the predicament has been resolved, it’s time for you to uphold your end of the bargain.”

As she spoke, Yun Yan beckoned toward Lu Chuan with her finger. Such a simple gesture, yet Lu Chuan found it impossible to resist.

“Th-this is too sudden! I’m still in the middle of the Ancient Ruins, and the dangers aren’t completely eliminated yet…”

“That’s not my concern. Our agreement was solely about the Resentful Spirit. Anything else is none of my business. So, are you ready?”

“R-ready for what?”

“You’ll find out very soon.”

Saying this, Yun Yan stepped closer, wrapping her arms around Lu Chuan’s neck. Just as Lu Chuan thought something intimate might happen between him and Yun Yan, her lips suddenly curled into a grin, revealing a mouthful of razor-sharp teeth. In an instant, she sank them heavily into Lu Chuan’s shoulder. The soul-searing pain nearly caused him to pass out!

“Wh-what are you doing!”

“Mating, of course. What else would it be?”