"Could your words possibly be true?" Xu Ran asked skeptically after a moment's hesitation.
"Of course, they're true. If you die, all the grudges and enmities will dissipate into smoke and clouds. I can swear by my divine status that if you die, I'll not trouble those around you," the Rakshasa God said, laughing coldly.
"Fine," Xu Ran nodded without hesitation as he looked at Qian Renxue not far away.
For now, he hadn't thought of a better way and resorted to this option. If the Rakshasa God underestimated him, he would be able to kill him instantly.
Xu Ran's gaze shifted forward. Qian Renxue was wearing a golden dress, her curves perfectly outlined, resembling a phoenix in distress, still so noble.
Actually, Xu Ran's mindset was quite positive. If he survived this calamity, his relationship with Qian Renxue would reach a new height.
There had always been a barrier between him and Qian Renxue. She was dissatisfied with his flirtatiousness, and although she loved him, she could never truly accept that part of him. But after this incident, their relationship might progress to another level.
Xu Ran quietly activated his Ancestral Dragon Bloodline, with the Kirin Auspicious Beast Bloodline protecting his body.
Even without his Martial Soul, his body was far superior to many others.
"Let my Ancestral Dragon Bloodline ascend to two hundred thousand years," Xu Ran thought to himself, soon feeling his physical fitness rising again.
"Xu Ran, don't do this. I don't want anything to happen to you. You cannot give up."
"The Rakshasa God is deceiving you. If you retract your Martial Soul, none of us will survive," Qian Renxue cried out loud, her voice filled with despair. At that moment, she finally understood her feelings for Xu Ran.
She couldn't be without Xu Ran, not even for a moment.
She didn't want Xu Ran to die. If anyone was to die, it should be her.
If it hadn't been for her going to look for Xu Ran and getting caught by the Rakshasa God, Xu Ran wouldn't be in danger.
It was all her fault, all her doing!
If Xu Ran really got into trouble because of her, she would never forgive herself for the rest of her life.
"Even if there's a glimmer of hope, I must fight for it. Even if it means my death, I cannot let anything happen to you," Xu Ran said affectionately. He felt much relieved as the words of the System Missy echoed in his mind.
With the System Missy around, it would be strange if something happened to him.
Taking advantage of this moment of life and death, it was the perfect opportunity to completely capture Qian Renxue's heart.
A woman like Qian Renxue, so proud and aloof, ordinary sweet nothings might move her heart momentarily, but to truly touch her would require something more.
This time was a perfect chance.
"Xu Ran, I don't want you to die. If you die, I will accompany you," Qian Renxue declared passionately, no longer wanting to suppress her feelings for Xu Ran. She loved Xu Ran; she wanted to be his woman.
"Then if I don't die, would you be willing to…" Xu Ran couldn't help but ask in return.
"If we both survive, you can do whatever you want," Qian Renxue said through gritted teeth, stopping the tears in her eyes. Xu Ran was still so shameless, even in such dangerous times, thinking about those things.
However, if by some fortune they did survive, what would it matter if she conceded to Xu Ran?
In this life, besides Xu Ran, she couldn't imagine loving another man.
Only a man like Xu Ran could conquer her. No other man could ever think of mounting her.
"With those words, I'm reassured. Take care of Lingling for me," Xu Ran said, tossing Ye Lingling to Qian Renxue's side. He then retracted his Martial Soul into his body, his aura receding, making him seem like an ordinary person.
"Haha, Xu Ran, even you have days like these."
"Now, you will suffer the most cruel punishment."
The voice of the Rakshasa God rang out, looking at Xu Ran with surprise and delight. He hadn't expected Xu Ran to be truly willing to die for a woman. Since that was the case, he would not spare Xu Ran.
In the sky, several massive Chains of Order appeared and viciously penetrated Xu Ran's body.
"Dammit." Xu Ran cursed internally, his face twitching from the intense pain, turning deathly pale.
"After this is over, you little wench, you're definitely going to be punished by family law. You used to be so cheeky with me? This time I'll make sure your butt blooms." Xu Ran silently vowed, the extreme pain almost causing him to pass out.
High above, endless blood was sprinkled down.
Warm, crimson blood flowed down towards Qian Renxue below, staining her pretty face, neck, arms, and skirt with Xu Ran's blood.
At this moment, Qian Renxue sat there motionlessly.
Her mouth slightly open, Xu Ran's blood trickled down, reaching her delicate lips.
Qian Renxue numbly watched this shocking scene unfold before her.
Several long black chains had pierced through Xu Ran's body, the horrifying sight driving Qian Renxue to tears.
Was this still the once flirtatious Xu Ran, who always liked to fool around with others?
Xu Ran was protecting her with his life.
"Xu Ran, no."
"Don't die, I don't want you to die."
Endless tears streamed from Qian Renxue's eyes. At this moment, Qian Renxue was no longer the majestic Young Master of the Spirit Hall, but merely Xu Ran's wife.
"Damn it all. Once I've recovered from my injuries, if I don't properly enjoy myself, then my name isn't Xu Ran." Xu Ran grimaced. Although his body was in terrible pain, it was not enough to take his life. After all, he was an Ancestral Dragon with extraordinarily robust physical strength.
All he was doing now was looking for an opportunity to kill the Rakshasa God with one strike while he was off guard.
In his hand, the power of the Sword of the Three Realms Judgment was still concentrated within the "Godslayer Sword".
As long as his Supreme Attributes remained in his body, the constant fusion of the five Supreme Attributes meant the Sword of the Three Realms Judgment would not disappear.
"Haha, Xu Ran, die for me."
"Once you're dead, Tang San will dominate the Continent, and my Inheritor will be the strongest."
The Rakshasa God raised his Rakshasa Scythe, charging at Xu Ran, dark purple energy surging with formidable power.
As the Rakshasa God made his move, a radiant but chilling smile emerged on Xu Ran's lips.
If the Rakshasa God had remained close to Qian Renxue, he truly would have had no way to deal with him. After all, he was not heartless; Qian Renxue was his wife; he couldn't possibly destroy her too.
But now that the Rakshasa God had left Qian Renxue's side, he had no concerns.
"The one who should die is you."
"Sword of the Three Realms Judgment."
Xu Ran bellowed, and the Sword of the Three Realms Judgment suddenly appeared. Moreover, the power of all seven Soul Rings was infused into the "Godslayer Sword".
"Impossible, how could you still have such strength?" The Rakshasa God looked at Xu Ran horrified, his soul about to flee.
But Xu Ran wouldn't give him a chance to say another word. With one strike, he blasted the Rakshasa God into smithereens.