Chapter 2383 Undeterred by Danger, Marching Forward

Everyone could see the change in Pan Ran's expression and deeply understood it.

They were greatly shocked when they first met Chen Qingyuan.

However, they still couldn't understand Pan Ran's true feelings.

Upon reflection, Ji Fushuang realized that she had witnessed Chen Qingyuan's rise to such heights firsthand. Although shocked, she had seen the process and was gradually accepting it.

Pan Ran, on the other hand, saw Chen Qingyuan standing at the top of the avenue. His thoughts collapsed for a moment, filled with both fear and confusion.

"Fellow Daoist Pan, what are you thinking about?"

Seeing that Pan Ran remained silent, Ji Fushuang broke the silence.

Does he really exist?

Pan Ran kept staring at Chen Qingyuan. The more he looked at the imperial runes and various strange phenomena surrounding him, the more terrified he became. The sense of unreality was extremely strong, and he felt that Chen Qingyuan should not exist in this world.

“According to the current historical records of China, there is only one person like him.”

Ji Fushuang was not surprised by Pan Ran's reaction.

If a visitor from outside the region were to see Chen Qingyuan and remain absolutely calm, that would be a problem.

"Is he really not some reincarnation of a great emperor?"

Pan Ran raised a question.

"It shouldn't be," Ji Fushuang replied seriously. "He once tried to ascend the throne and perished in the battle of the Divine Bridge. This time, he has returned with far greater splendor than before."

Upon hearing this reply, Pan Ran fell silent once again.

The world is full of surprises.

No wonder the land of China has seen an opportunity for the path to immortality, producing outstanding individuals far surpassing those of other realms.

"Fellow Daoist should already have a general understanding of Shenzhou, so I don't need to answer your questions. Could you perhaps discuss the culture and history of the Lixuan Realm?"

Ji Fushuang was very curious about what the other worlds were like and sincerely asked.

"Countless star fields exist, teeming with myriad races. The general situation is similar to that of the Divine Continent, but there are also some differences, giving rise to races unlike anything found in the Divine Continent, as well as various rare and precious treasures..."

"In the Li Xuan Realm, there are no forbidden zones for immortal bones, nor is there a Land of the Other Shore. However, there are special areas that resemble the Other Shore..."

"Throughout the ages, the struggle for supremacy among various races has been extremely fierce. In this life, I have ascended to the throne, and the number of lives I have killed is countless."

Out of respect for Ji Fushuang's past as a powerful figure, Pan Ran recounted some things about the Li Xuan Realm, excluding his own secrets and those that were unimportant.

Situ Lin and the others listened patiently from the side.

Through Pan Ran's narration, a vast and boundless universe, different from that of China, was roughly sketched in everyone's minds.

"How long did it take you, fellow Daoist, to travel from the Lixuan Realm to here?"

Ji Fushuang asked again.

Although Pan Ran's heart was still in turmoil, he maintained his composure and showed no emotional fluctuation: "More than three hundred years."

Being able to hear the bewitching words of immortality and traverse the chaotic sea unscathed, one must not be a newly ascended emperor; one must possess formidable and extraordinary strength.

"What is he doing?"

It was Pan Ran's turn to ask a question.

"Enlightenment."

Following Pan Ran's gaze, Ji Fushuang looked at Chen Qingyuan and gave an affirmative answer.

Is this the place to attain enlightenment?

Pan Ran frowned slightly, puzzled.

This place is clearly a huge trap; seeking enlightenment here is not a good choice.

Either Chen Qingyuan is an idiot, or he did it on purpose.

Chen Qingyuan could not have acted foolishly to have reached such a high level of success.

"The path to eternity, to immortality..."

At this moment, Pan Ran heard a wondrous sound of immortality that reached the depths of his soul once again.

Not only him, but Ji Fushuang and the others also heard it.

Everyone's hearts tightened again, and they secretly cast spells to resist, not wanting to succumb to it.

However, Pan Ran did not resist; instead, he calmed down and listened attentively.

Listening to the wondrous sound of immortality up close felt many times stronger than before.

In a daze, Pan Ran seemed to see a vast and endless road, pure and flawless, with boundless creation.

A voice seemed to echo from the depths of my soul: Keep walking forward, until you reach the end of this road, and you will gain immortality and enjoy boundless freedom.

In just a moment, Pan Ran regained consciousness.

However, he quickly became engrossed in it again.

"I came here precisely for this opportunity. If I were to retreat because of unknown dangers, what would be the point of coming all this way?"

Pan Ran, unafraid of danger, willingly entered the game.

With his keen insight, he naturally saw Fan Chen inside the eerie black mist, and the situation should be the same, as he was attracted by the longevity and creation.

A crisis is not scary; what is scary is not having the courage to face it.

Without this unwavering belief, even if fortune is within reach, one has no right to touch it.

"Defeat means certain death!"

If Pan Ran were afraid of death, he wouldn't have come all this way.

From a certain perspective, Pan Ran and Lu Hansheng share some similarities in temperament; both are fearless and reckless.

Lu Hansheng didn't enter the eerie black mist because he had already found his own extraordinary destiny and had no reason to risk his life. As long as he stayed put and did what he was supposed to do, he would surely see even greater heights in the future.

Deng!

A single thought arises, and a great stride begins.

Pan Ran faced the eerie black mist head-on, surrounded by the sound of immortality, and strode forward with his head held high.

Clang!

After taking a few steps, Pan Ran grasped the bronze sword.

He held a sword in his right hand, looking majestic and imposing.

He no longer concealed his power; his murderous aura was like a sea, roaring in all directions, staining the entire universe with a layer of dark red Dao light, cold and oppressive.

As Situ Lin and the others watched Pan Ran stride away, they felt a sense of dread, as if a hero had gone forth and would never return.

Regardless of what kind of person Pan Ran is, he has earned everyone's respect at this moment.

Undeterred by danger, he displayed the unparalleled demeanor of a ruler who had attained enlightenment.

Such a person, no matter what era or world they are born in, will never remain unknown; they are destined for great achievements.

They traveled countless miles in a single step, and soon arrived at the area where the eerie black mist was located.

Pan Ran stopped, not out of fear, but because he was intimidated by Chen Qingyuan.

A short distance further ahead, the area is filled with rules that arose from Chen Qingyuan's enlightenment.

Although Chen Qingyuan was focused on enlightenment, he remained constantly aware of the changes around him. After all, he couldn't fully concentrate on his work within Mu Cangyan's territory, and he was prepared to handle any challenges.

The visitors from outside the region were right in front of him, and Chen Qingyuan slowly opened his eyes.

When he opened his eyes, all the imperial runes surrounding him lost their luster, and all sorts of strange phenomena suddenly sank, as if submitting and daring not to profane them.

His face was stern, and his features were as if they had been carved by a knife.

His eyes were like a deep abyss, bearing the true meaning of all things.

Although Chen Qingyuan was sitting cross-legged in the void, maintaining a meditation posture, he could look directly at Pan Ran standing in front of him, even giving people a sense of looking down from above.

Boom!

Suddenly being stared at by Chen Qingyuan, Pan Ran found it hard to remain calm. Her whole body tensed up instinctively, and her heart jolted violently.