Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1518: Chapter 1513: Human Tree (22)

Just saying, these two have an unusual relationship!

Even if the situation changes, although they didn’t capture anyone right there, Lady Ji Ning has already left behind a method for tracking.

The reversal of this magnitude is truly mind-blowing. In the view, what little bit of rationality Aike just recovered is already on the verge of crumbling.

And next to him, Luyi seems to have subtly given up on thinking.

This is where the benefit of using your brain frequently comes out. Fu Qian, who just gave advice and strategies all the way, remains calm in the face of such a change, seemingly quite accepting—in fact, even more so.

Others might not be clear, but from Fu Qian’s perspective, the likelihood of Ji Ning’s tracking strike being unsuccessful is quite low.

At a reunion banquet for old friends, it’s common to be tearfully moved, but that’s a whole dimension away from holding grudges.

From her manner of interaction with Li He, the relationship is probably beyond being described as being well-acquainted.

In the case where Li He’s counterstrike finally hit, Ji Ning’s follow-up, as if anticipating it, already proves this point.

And for such a well-acquainted duo, how could Mr. Li Sr.’s meticulously planned opportunity be just this kind of perfunctory cooperation?

In Fu Qian’s view, Lady Ji Ning’s abandonment was still too casual.

Moreover, the most important point is, why necessarily eliminate the Tree Infant?

When it’s almost confirmed that the Tree Infant is of a minion nature, what does killing it really achieve? To make soup?

The greatest value of that thing, no matter how you think about it, is to follow the vine to the melon, to help find the even more hidden mastermind behind it.

As for the purpose of that performance afterwards, despite having successfully left a fallback?

Of course, it wasn’t to show Benjamin. It was for themselves.

...

The origins are mysterious, the intentions unfathomable.

Though not high in ranking, the performance during action is still astonishing.

No matter whether one appreciates it or not, as an old hand in the worldly society for many years, how could one easily reveal their trump card before such an existence?

Earlier, Lady Ji Ning’s deliberate reservation in mental destruction is one such manifestation.

And even if it was truly done according to one’s own suggestion and achieved results, pretending to be a step behind to observe one’s own reaction is nothing out of the ordinary.

As of now, Fu Qian believes he has demonstrated enough sincerity, by not pretending to be ignorant even in the face of such a reversal.

Compared to Brother Luyi’s dumbfoundedness, for a smart person, this would always appear as a more candid reaction—surmising that they actually have gained something, and because of not feeling guilty, don’t mind showing that they have guessed it.

Of course, if not smart enough, or if excessively suspicious and overthinking by two layers, thinking that one is using such a posture deliberately to rid of suspicion, it would mean taking an extra risk.

But if it really is like that, there’s no need to blame Mr. Li Sr. and the others, it merely shows one’s skill in recognizing people is not yet proficient.

”Although I couldn’t catch it, I left a mark on that thing by a rather special method.”

As proven, the two elders are indeed venerable in age and merit.

After an exchange of questions and answers, the expression of Ji Ning, who indicated the ability to track, was entirely indifferent as she looked over, even seriously explaining it to a few people.

”However, that thing’s state is indeed quite peculiar, so even with this, I still can’t define a concept of distance... so, everyone don’t rush your actions, just follow my lead next.”

”... Then please, your Excellency.”

Being employed by a professional institution as a Demigod, even though the opportunity appeared somewhat abruptly, Aike’s reaction was still comparatively quick.

Including his demeanor, which was quite clear-headed.

Not only without any resentment, but even proactively taking the responsibility of finding the target onto himself, directly expressing gratitude.

”This is for the best, if it happens again, recovering mental damage would be even more laborious.”

Fu Qian followed up, expressing great relief for not having to delve into it twice.

Would you really worry about this? It always seems like your reaction should be more regretful instead.

Unfortunately, this kind-heartedness seems not well understood by others. From the silence following his words, Fu Qian seemed to hear the aforementioned statement.

Know me, judge me, solely through time’s passage in spring and autumn.

Fortunately for Fu, being misunderstood by others is nothing unusual. He simply sighed deeply without any intention to argue.

”Very well then, let’s set off.”

Regardless, the team’s action plan for the next step was quickly unified, as Lady Ji Ning gave a straightforward call and turned to walk at the forefront.

As for Brother Luyi, clearly, no one cared about his opinion.

And as it turned out, it seemed perfectly fine. Even without a clearly defined route, he ultimately followed along silently without objection.

...

”Mr. An Ke, is it convenient for you to let me see the Extraordinary Item in your hand?”

The tracking action led by Lady Ji Ning had quite an impressionistic vibe, as if they were invited to visit along the way.

Unfortunately, the team’s atmosphere was clearly not so relaxed, mostly following in silence.

During this quiet operation, Li He, who intentionally slowed his steps, looked at the dark red ring in Fu Qian’s hand with curiosity.

Although theoretically considered temporary teammates, an Extraordinary Item is quite personal, making such a request somewhat impolite regardless.

From the teammates’ reactions, it was evident. Everyone, originally lost in their own thoughts, immediately looked over, failing to understand Li He’s peculiar interest.

”Of course.”

Unexpectedly, the usually enigmatic person delightedly agreed to this request, casually taking it off and handing it over.

Are you kidding? This was one of the core contents tested just now, how could it be forgotten?

Fu Qian naturally understood their feelings.

But the present timing was undoubtedly very suitable for evaluating the results.

From the reaction, the old man indeed showed interest in the effect of the Tyrant’s Fist just now.

”Sure enough, it is a special power... Does this item have a name?”

Li Sr. seemed very pleased with Fu Qian’s bluntness, even taking it over without a hint of courtesy.

After examining it multiple times, he appeared moved by its slightly menacing bloody design, naturally asking during his admiration.

”It is said to contain the power belonging to ’Tyrant’.”

Fu Qian did not hold back but neither did he mechanically answer in a standard format, pointing directly to the key next moment.

The name given to an item doesn’t bear that significant meaning, after all, names can be made up, what the old man clearly wanted to know were some core elements possibly related to the item’s effects.

And wasn’t that coincidental, what we wanted was more information related to those core elements.