The villains are redeemed, and the heroines cry and beg for forgiveness.

Cheng Caimeng sat down on another stool, some distance away from Gu Ran.

After sensing that Cheng Caimeng's delicate body was now quite far away from him, Gu Ran couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Without a doubt, Cheng Caimeng is a very charming woman.

Putting aside her impeccable beauty, just talking about her personality, she is generous and poised, gentle yet firm in her actions, with a mature and sophisticated air mixed with a touch of girlish playfulness.

All things considered, it is indeed very appealing.

But what about him?

No matter how alluring something may be, he can ignore it because he has closed his heart. Right now, all he cares about is research and figuring out the world's greatest mystery.

However, the future that Cheng Caimeng glimpsed did indeed surprise him greatly, and because of Cheng Caimeng's charm, he did not doubt the authenticity of this "future".

However, Gu Ran now thinks that she may have drawn conclusions too early.

All of this is merely Cheng Caimeng's personal statement; she has not presented sufficient evidence to convince anyone.

Who knows the truth besides herself?

However, Gu Ran was indeed very interested in this question; to be precise, he was very interested in "glimpsing the future."

Therefore, Gu Ran asked calmly, "Are you mistaken? I don't like you, and I have no intention of finding another lover."

Cheng Caimeng smiled sadly: "I can tell that you don't like me right now. Actually, how much can I like you right now? I don't even know myself."

After a pause, Cheng Caimeng continued, "But I can confirm... in that future, we were indeed a... very loving couple, so much so that the moment I saw you, I couldn't tell which side was reality and which side was the 'future'."

Gu Ran didn't speak again, listening quietly while observing Cheng Caimeng's expression.

"I've already told you about the special nature of the cultivation technique I practiced before. One of its major abilities is 'foresight.' This foresight is a very mysterious ability. It's not like seeing or hearing, but rather a kind of...experience. It's as if you've directly integrated into it and become a part of it."

"In order to find a chance to truly save the martial arts gym, I used this ability. Unlike before, this time the price I paid was much higher, but the results were also much clearer. However, the person who appeared most frequently when I used this ability this time was not anyone else, but a man I had encountered several times before. Would you like to hear me tell a love story? You can take this as fantasy, rambling, unrealistic. In fact, I myself am quite skeptical..."

Cheng Caimeng gave a wry smile: "However, my ability has almost never made a mistake before. Although most of the time it is vague and only useful in small places like traveling, if a specific 'prediction' result occurs, it is basically correct."

"In fact, although the forecast results this time are clearer and longer than before, they are still very little in terms of actual content, and... there seems to be some distortion... I hope this is not the first time a mistake has been made."

Cheng Caimeng glanced at Gu Ran and saw that he was listening attentively. She couldn't help but smile, feeling much more relaxed.

"In the 'future,' not only will the Ni Yuan Martial Arts Academy not face a shortage of talent, but its development momentum will be excellent, surpassing all others in Canglong City. Moreover, I can see the scene of us developing the martial arts academy together. You will no longer be Gu Ran's special envoy, but my fiancé. Together, we will make the Ni Yuan Martial Arts Academy the most glorious martial arts academy in Canglong City, fight back against other martial arts academies that suppress us, and think and work hard together on how to teach students."

A genuine, happy smile suddenly appeared on Cheng Caimeng's face.

"In our free time, we read together, but I read romance novels while you read all sorts of books I don't understand. We brew a cup of light tea, set out some snacks, and bask in the afternoon sun—everything is so relaxing and carefree..."

Gu Ran wasn't particularly moved, because it was just Cheng Caimeng's account; he hadn't actually experienced it himself.

Furthermore, Gu Ran also heard some rather perplexing details from her account.

For example, he is now a researcher at Lanxin University, where he has his own projects to study and has never thought of leaving Lanxin University. Xue Yingsong treats him extremely well, and is almost willing to marry her daughter to him.

Why did he abandon his life at Lanxin University and come to Niyuan Martial Arts Academy to help Cheng Caimeng develop the academy?

Although with him around, the Ni Yuan Martial Arts Academy will definitely be able to develop, but the question remains—why would he help the Ni Yuan Martial Arts Academy develop?

This is the key and core of the problem.

Could it be because of a "honey trap"?

Gu Ran's gaze toward Cheng Caimeng turned somewhat gloomy.

But in an instant, Gu Ran shook his head again.

Even if he doesn't trust the other person, he will still trust himself.

Such a honey trap would not work on him.

From her description, we can tell that the two of them are lovers, and lovers who have already developed a tacit understanding in life.

So the question arises again: is this real or fake?

If it's true, how did he fall in love with her while being wary and resistant? If it's false, is she lying, or is her "foresight" wrong?

"Can I take a look at this cultivation manual?" Gu Ran suddenly asked.

195. Cheng Caimeng: Oh, are you shy? 4k

Gu Ran became very interested in the cultivation method that Cheng Caimeng had mentioned.

Since she said that the root of everything was because she chose this martial arts technique and then "foresaw" that he and she would become lovers, then he would take a look at this technique and see what was so special about it.

"What, is it inconvenient? If it's inconvenient, then forget it." Gu Ran saw that Cheng Caimeng was pondering, which seemed to indicate a possibility, so he said this.

This was actually a ploy by him to lure her in; he could deduce that Cheng Caimeng would agree to let him see it.

The reason is quite simple: did she bring him to her boudoir just to have tea and chat with him?

......

Outside the light screen.

"Why does Gu Ran say that? Could it be that he is also interested in the Ni Yuan Martial Arts Hall?" someone asked in surprise.

“Yes, given Gu Ran’s experience, he should know what asking that question means, right? Could it be that Cheng Caimeng’s prediction was true? Is Gu Ran actually really interested in her?” Another powerful figure was also somewhat surprised.

Among those present, those who were not warriors from Canglong City couldn't help but become curious and asked, "Why do you say that? Can't we ask that?"

The strongman from Canglong City replied, "Of course you can't ask that. For each martial arts school, their own martial arts techniques are the foundation of their existence. If an outsider asks to see their techniques, it's tantamount to provocation. In serious cases, it might even lead to a life-or-death arena fight, until death."

The powerful figures from Vermilion Bird City nodded in understanding, noting that Azure Dragon City and Vermilion Bird City shared a common origin and were similar in many ways.

"Is it really that serious? Why would Gu Ran ask such a question? Does he really not know the rules of the Canglong City Martial Arts Hall?" The other powerful figures from the main city said with some doubt.

The powerful figure from Canglong City explained, "Not all situations are that serious. Only outsiders would calculate it that way. If an outsider expresses a desire to see your family's martial arts techniques, then that's a deliberate provocation. But if they are very good friends, then it's okay to ask them."

"Of course, even if a close friend asks for it, they would basically not agree, unless there are some extremely special circumstances, or the outsider becomes an insider. In that case, it is still possible to watch, after all, the martial arts techniques of one's own martial arts school also need to be passed down."

"So, if Gu Ran's statement wasn't a provocation, then it does have that kind of meaning..."

In the end, even the powerful figure from Azure Dragon City became curious about what Gu Ran was up to, and kept his eyes fixed on the light screen.

Although the powerful figure from Azure Dragon City didn't explain "that meaning" clearly, everyone understood, as they weren't children.

Is Gu Ran trying to provoke Cheng Caimeng and Niyuan Martial Arts Hall?

No, that's not it. So, does that mean Gu Ran... could he really have feelings for Cheng Caimeng?

Everyone's curiosity was piqued, wanting to know what happened between Gu Ran and Cheng Caimeng next.

Eudora looked slightly nervous, but she quickly sighed, knowing that being nervous was useless. She forced herself to calm down and stopped bringing it up as before.

Although her years in power had given her some shrewdness and a strong heart, all of that vanished when it came to Gu Ran.

......

"Why do you ask that?" Cheng Caimeng looked at Gu Ran, her face slightly flushed, but she wasn't as shy as before.

Gu Ran said bluntly, "I'm curious, martial arts techniques that can 'foresee' the future are very rare, aren't they?"

Cheng Caimeng suddenly smiled, her smile as beautiful as a delicate flower.

“It is indeed very rare. Well, you can see, it wasn’t originally anything precious. Do you know where this manual was when I found it?” Cheng Caimeng didn’t wait for Gu Ran’s reply before giving the answer herself. “It was on the corner of a table. That table had a limp leg, so this manual was used to prop up the corner.”

Cheng Caimeng's answer left Gu Ran speechless. "You, the senior of Ni Yuan Martial Arts Academy, really have a big heart."

Since Cheng Caimeng had no objections, Gu Ran naturally and easily saw this little yellow book of cultivation techniques.

This manual wasn't very thick; at Gu Ran's speed, he flipped through it in less than a minute.

Then Gu Ran returned the cultivation technique to Cheng Caimeng.

Cheng Caimeng said in surprise, "You're giving it back to me so quickly? You've changed your mind and aren't going to watch it anymore?"

Gu Ran: "I've already finished reading it."

Cheng Caimeng: "......"

"Really?" Cheng Caimeng took the little yellow book, her expression skeptical. "Even now, there are still many parts of this technique that I haven't fully grasped. You just flipped through it once and you've already learned it?"

Gu Ran shook his head: "Of course not. I just imprinted the contents of this book in my mind, so I don't need this 'original'. I just need to recall the contents in my mind."

Gu Ran's words dealt a severe blow to Cheng Caimeng's mental state.

Although she knew long ago that she was just an ordinary martial artist with average talent, she never expected that in the end, her intelligence would be far inferior to others.

While martial arts training can enhance brain activity and make people "smarter" to some extent, there are limits to its effectiveness.

A "genius" like Gu Ran is someone she could never catch up to in her entire life.

After a moment of silence, Cheng Caimeng put away the little yellow book of cultivation techniques and then asked, "So you sensed it? What's the problem with this cultivation technique? Or is there something wrong with my abilities?"

How do you verify a capability?

The natural thing to do is to use it and then observe the results.

However, Gu Ran's current problem is that he no longer has a dantian, and therefore no martial arts golden core. In addition, the supernatural power crystal core has been transplanted into his sister's body, so he no longer has any spiritual power.

Logically speaking, Gu Ran should no longer be able to learn this technique; even if he obtained it, he could only simulate it in his mind.

However, Gu Ran suddenly thought of a trick.

When Xue Yingsong handed him the spatial artifact, he didn't have any spiritual power to use it, but in the end, he successfully used the spatial artifact and teleported to the vicinity of New Testament City through the spatial portal.

So, can he use the same technique again?