Chapter 497: Chapter 497

But Yun Ran’s embarrassment only lasted a few seconds. It was given freely, not something she actively sought, so there’s no harm in accepting it.

She promptly cleared her throat: "Since you all insist, I’ll accept it."

Without needing Yun Ran’s instructions, the little paperman that had been following Yun Ran immediately flew over and lifted a Dharma Seal.

The few elders who had been indifferent to the little paperman suddenly showed expressions of envy.

Although their children and disciples usually followed them diligently, they clearly lacked the quick-wittedness of Yun Ran’s little paperman.

If the situation were different, someone might have asked Yun Ran how to make a little paperman like that; they wanted to create a few themselves.

The sky had already brightened, and the situation at the deep pit had mostly been sorted out.

Naturally, there was no reason to remain there any longer.

Thinking that the little paperman had hidden things for her, Yun Ran was the first to leave the pit.

Seeing the pile of stuff, her eyes nearly curved into a smile.

Then, taking advantage of the others not having come up yet, she quickly stuffed everything into her pocket.

When Gu Yuan came up, he saw the little papermen all gathered around Yun Ran and quickly started to cover for her.

He had to distract the others, so they wouldn’t hinder Yun Ran from taking things.

"Boss, the yin and death energy here have mostly dissipated. Shouldn’t we go check on Xu Wen’s side to ensure no issues remain?"

Yun Ran’s task was complete, and since she was no longer part of the Special Administration Bureau, she naturally didn’t need to handle the aftermath.

"Ranran, you’ve been busy for several days. If there’s nothing else, you can go down the mountain and get some rest."

This remark was directed at Yun Ran; if it were someone else more sensitive, they might interpret it differently.

"Alright, I’m just about to head down the mountain. I’ve left the rest to you. If there’s anything else needed, contact me then!"

The two groups parted ways in haste.

As Gu Yuan left, he kept winking at Yun Ran.

Yun Ran gestured with an okay hand sign: Relax, what falls into her hands will certainly be taken away!

Xie Xuzhi was aware of Gu Yuan’s ulterior motives, but he said nothing. Anyway, he had already decided to send Gu Yuan away later.

At the moment, Gu Yuan was unaware that he was already noted in the boss’s book and was still grinning foolishly.

After Xie Xuzhi and his party had left, Yun Ran headed directly towards where the Ginsengfruit was located.

The closer she got to the Mountain Spirit, sensing its presence, Yun Ran felt more concerned.

She felt something was off with the Mountain Spirit suddenly wanting to make a contract with a child like the Ginsengfruit.

Looking at the Dragon Spirit’s shadow still following her, Yun Ran frowned.

"Our Symbiotic Contract is already dissolved. Why are you still following me?"

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But the Dragon Spirit knew not to say that, because if it did, Yun Ran would definitely feel proud, and it couldn’t stand Yun Ran’s smug look.

"This path isn’t just for you to walk. You can walk it; why can’t I? Besides, isn’t it about finding the Ginsengfruit?

We’ve known each other for a while, so what’s wrong with visiting?

Also, I was a victim before; now that the Mountain Spirit is restored, shouldn’t I ask it for a bit of compensation?

This vast mountain forest has countless Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures. Why can’t I ask for some benefits for myself? (rolling eyes)"

Yun Ran had merely asked a question, and already the Dragon Spirit had such a long response ready.

Yun Ran was a bit speechless but tacitly allowed the Dragon Spirit to continue following her.

Soon, Yun Ran saw the Ginsengfruit.

The barrier invisible to the little paperman was not invisible to Yun Ran.

In the Mountain Spirit’s barrier, there was no ice or snow, no desolate trees, only flowers blooming like spring.

The small frame of the Ginsengfruit was inconspicuous in such a barrier.

However, the lynx’s form had changed somewhat, surrounded by rich vitality and an aura invisible to the naked eye.

The Dragon Spirit had merely followed out of habit, but now seeing the vibrant aura surrounding the lynx, it almost drooled.

"This Mountain Spirit is indeed rich; if I could take a bite, I don’t know how much of a blissfully dead Water Dragon I’d be~"

Yun Ran chuckled: "Wish you success!"

The Dragon Spirit, lost in reverie, was promptly brought back to reality by Yun Ran’s cold splash of water.

"Is it wrong to just imagine it?"

Yun Ran couldn’t be bothered with the Dragon Spirit and directly stepped into the Mountain Spirit’s barrier.

If it hadn’t made a contract with the Ginsengfruit, she wouldn’t have easily entered this barrier.

But now, this barrier was as good as decoration to Yun Ran.

The moment the Ginsengfruit saw Yun Ran, a smile immediately appeared on its face: [Host!]

If it weren’t for the ’outsiders’ present, the Ginsengfruit would have shouted, not just transmitting through the system sound to Yun Ran.

The little papermen were happy to see the Ginsengfruit again, hurriedly rushing over and sticking to it: "Boss, we’ve missed you~"

The Ginsengfruit chuckled: "I missed you all too."

From the moment she entered, Yun Ran’s gaze hadn’t left the Mountain Spirit absorbing and digesting the yin energy and death energy.

Seeing no malicious or evil qi on the lynx’s face, Yun Ran finally eased her mind a little.

The lynx’s gaze had actually been fixed on Yun Ran too.

It hadn’t expected that the person it had taken a liking to would end up competing with it for others.

Until the last bit of yin energy was absorbed into the lynx’s body, its form finally stabilized.

Looking at the lynx, much larger than a tiger, Yun Ran said nothing, and both sides subtly confronted each other.

As even the Dragon Spirit began to feel restless, the Mountain Spirit finally spoke.

[I wish for him to become the new Mountain Guardian!]

Without thinking, Yun Ran refused: "No way, he’s my disciple, and in the future, he is to take on the responsibilities of Qingfeng Temple’s chief disciple!"

Never mind that the Ginsengfruit was bound to her Divine Soul as a System; even if it were just an ordinary disciple, there was no justification for letting it be taken away or bonded to another.

The lynx’s large eyes carried a hint of intimidation as it looked at Yun Ran, seemingly trying to pressure her into agreeing.

In the end, Yun Ran just gave it a glare back; she wasn’t easily frightened!