Gao Wu: Oh no! Young Master Zhen is a cultivator!

"Know what?" Lin Ran feigned ignorance.

He had already been to Secret Realm No. 0, so it was only natural that he knew about the affairs of the cultivation world.

Wang Chen wasn't too surprised by this.

From today onwards, the affairs of the cultivation world will no longer be a secret.

The information that the aristocratic families alliance had previously deliberately blocked will now be meaningless.

Wang Chen smiled helplessly: "China can't withstand it, and even the combined strength of the entire planet Earth might not be able to!"

"Nascent Soul cultivators are already comparable to Martial Saints, and above Nascent Soul are Deity Transformation cultivators. Those beings are simply beyond the reach of Blue Star's current combat power!"

He looked at Lin Ran: "I don't know how you killed that Nascent Soul cultivator, but I do know that if a Deity Transformation cultivator were to cross over, the entire Blue Star would probably be buried with you!"

"What do you mean by 'die with me'?" Lin Ran said disdainfully. "Even if I don't kill him, do you think they'll let Blue Star, this backyard, go? It's only a matter of time!"

Based on what we've learned so far, the rules of the cultivation world are vastly different from those on Earth.

Lin Ran used to think that martial arts existed on Earth, where strength was the most important factor and the law was often just a formality.

However, compared to the Cangxuan Realm, Blue Star is now considered to be in good order.

Because there are no laws in the cultivation world, all rules are in the hands of the strong.

If we don't want Blue Star to become another Azure Profound Realm, we can only try to sever the connection between the two realms.

Of all the possibilities Lin Ran could think of, taking down the Qingxuan Sect was the simplest and most effective method.

Instead of waiting to be passively attacked, it's better to take the initiative.

Even if what you say makes some sense, this whole thing was started because of you!

Wang Chen looked indignant: "If you hadn't killed their junior first, how could they have found us so quickly?"

"Huh? I can't agree with that." Lin Ran feigned displeasure: "If someone wants to kill me, am I just going to stand there and let them kill me? What kind of robber logic is that?"

At that time, the Foundation Establishment cultivator had already summoned his flying sword, and he was merely retaliating casually.

Even if it happened again, I would still do it.

Let alone facing people from the cultivation world, even in a law-abiding society like Earth, if someone attacks him first, the outcome will be no different!

If you dare to make a move, you should be prepared to be killed in return.

If you're not as skilled as others, you deserve to die!

Wang Chen's breath hitched slightly, and he couldn't find a rebuttal for a moment, so he changed the subject: "You came to the ward just to tell me this?"

"Since we're just killing time anyway, why not?" Lin Ran said with a playful look. "By the way, there's some news you'll definitely find interesting."

"What?" Wang Chen was slightly puzzled.

Although the two families haven't openly broken ties, they are actually at odds, and he doesn't think Lin Ran has any good intentions.

"I encountered a guy named Ye Fan in Secret Realm 0 before. His token came from the Zhou family."

Lin Ran paused briefly, then deliberately lowered his voice: "This guy seems to be connected to Chen Changsheng."

"How did you know?" Wang Chen asked, his face showing shock.

If the Lin family and the Wang family are like oil and water, then the Wang family and Chen Changsheng are sworn enemies.

Ye Fan's token came from the Zhou family and was related to Chen Changsheng. Doesn't that mean the Zhou family and Chen Changsheng are connected?

He wasn't sure if Lin Ran was deliberately trying to sow discord, but faced with the hatred of his father's murder, he had to be cautious.

"Never mind how I know, the survivors should be out soon, you can investigate it yourself then."

Lin Ran said nonchalantly, "The Zhou family has played a very long game!"

"I will naturally investigate!" Wang Chen forcibly suppressed the impulse in his heart: "If the news is true, the Wang family can make concessions to the Lin family."

If this news is true, it will be enough to change the existing landscape of the aristocratic alliance.

Between the Wang family and the Zhou family, one of them may be directly expelled.

At that time, regardless of victory or defeat, the Wang family will probably have no way to continue targeting the Lin family.

Saying they're making concessions is just going with the flow.

Lin Ran waved his hand: "Alright, I have something to do. Director Wang, get some rest."

The objective has been achieved, so there is no need to stay any longer.

Lin Ran had no interest whatsoever in how the Wang family would investigate.

Because no matter how they investigate, the final result always points to the Zhou family.

He walked through the corridor and headed straight for another ward.

Through the half-open door, a slender figure could be seen guarding the bedside.

Lin Ran gently pushed open the door and slowly walked into the room.

Bai Ruolin sat in the accompanying chair, looking at Bai Zhenting on the hospital bed.

The president of the martial arts association leaned against the headboard, his breathing steady, unlike his previous disheveled state.

He slightly raised his eyes upon noticing the person who had arrived.

Bai Ruolin turned her head following his gaze, saw Lin Ran, and quickly stood up: "You're here."

"Hmm." Lin Ran nodded. "Is the president's health alright now?"

Bai Zhenting nodded slightly, looking calm: "It's alright, I'll be fine after a few days of rest."

"That's good." Lin Ran said sincerely, "You are the pillar of our Xinhai Martial Arts Association, and we cannot afford to lose you."

Bai Zhenting looked suspicious: "The way you're talking makes me feel like you're plotting something."

"Dad, can you speak properly?" Bai Ruolin immediately turned to the side, her voice tinged with embarrassment.

What are they plotting? Isn't it just to take her as a person?

Bai Zhenting looked completely innocent: "I haven't said anything yet, have I?"

"Hmph!" Bai Ruolin puffed out her cheeks and turned her head away.

"Ahem..." Lin Ran cleared his throat. "It seems President Bai has quite a misunderstanding about me?"

Bai Zhenting said irritably, "Get lost! If you stay here, my injuries will never heal!"

"That won't do!" Lin Ran's smile remained unchanged. "I have a way to get you out of bed right away. Would you like to try?"

After all, he's my future father-in-law; I should give way to him when necessary.

Who can blame them for having such a wonderful daughter?

Bai Zhenting's heart skipped a beat, but he quickly suppressed his excitement: "It's not some immoral method, is it?"

"Am I that kind of person?" Lin Ran asked, feigning grievance.

Bai Zhenting replied with a matter-of-fact expression, "Aren't you?"

"Sigh... Since the student council president doesn't want to recover soon, then forget it..."

Before Lin Ran could finish speaking, Bai Zhenting immediately lost his composure, his face showing impatience: "Hey? Why are you just going to give up? How can a young man have no patience at all?"

"What does the president mean?" Lin Ran feigned ignorance.

Bai Zhenting quickly softened his tone: "Well...nephew, you see, we're old acquaintances. Your uncle even helped you with your rating test back then."

"Yes," Lin Ran continued, his tone slightly teasing, "Then I must thank the president for giving me an F-rank."

Bai Zhenting blushed, coughed twice, and tried to smooth things over: "Cough cough cough...it must be a problem with the equipment!"

"I believe my nephew is truly an exceptional individual, at least a 3S-level person!"

"Hahaha...that's too much." Lin Ran laughed loudly, "Those who awaken through potions are at most B-rank, how could I possibly be 3S-rank?"

Bai Zhenting waved his hands repeatedly, his attitude exceptionally certain: "There are always exceptions, and you, my dear nephew, are that exception!"

Lin Ran himself wasn't quite sure about the awakening situation.

It's possible that, just as the instrument detected, he really only awakened an F-level strength-type talent.

It's also possible that his genes have been optimized by the "Ten Thousand Treasures Spirit Forging Technique," exceeding the detection range of the instrument.

However, regardless of the actual situation, he does not rely on innate abilities to cultivate; for him, there is no difference between F-rank and SSS-rank.

Lin Ran's smile faded, and he casually asked, "Since the president trusts me so much, shall I give it a try?"

"What should I call you, Chairman?" Bai Zhenting asked solemnly. "Call me Uncle!"

Lin Ran feigned hesitation, his tone somewhat reserved: "Is...this appropriate?"

"It's appropriate! What's inappropriate about it?" Bai Zhenting said calmly, "Your father and I are like brothers, so isn't it only natural for you to call me uncle?"