Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 2035: Chapter 2030: Never Returned

”Does Jia Keke have time to help us prepare some food? It should be plentiful, today is worth celebrating.”

A surprised Wen Li hadn’t managed to say anything before the host, Professor Fu, had already turned around to confirm the hospitality standards with the research assistant.

”Of course, I can arrange it right now.”

Ji Liushuang, who awakened after canceling the mythical form, gave a confident nod with a smile.

”Thank you... Actually, I can also find someone to arrange it.”

Unexpectedly, Professor Fu was indeed preparing for dinner. As she watched Ji Liushuang quickly get up to make arrangements, Wen Li thanked her immediately and softly added.

”No worries, you have other things to attend to.”

Fu Qian simply waved his hand, indicating no need for courtesy.

Wen Li had people who could help with the trifles, which was not surprising at all.

Even if they were likely to eat and live at the Academy, given this person’s lifestyle habits, arranging a life secretary to follow her outside would be far more convenient in all aspects.

”The items might take a while to be delivered. Do you still have energy?”

Understanding the situation, Fu Qian pointed at Wen Li’s hand, which had transformed into its mythical form earlier, and then gestured to himself.

”If so, try attacking, fully exert yourself.”

Huh?

Before the evaluation was over, Professor Fu requested her to treat him as a punching bag?

Surprised again, Wen Li quickly recalled his endurance and real ranking.

”Indeed, it takes a lot of energy, but it’s doable...”

And after setting aside unnecessary worries, she quickly picked up a new concern.

...

So it’s indeed immune, hence always sleep with the Black Emperor Staff activated thereafter.

By the time the research assistant returned, Wen Li was already slightly out of breath.

And as Fu Qian examined the rapidly healing wounds, he also came to a conclusion.

Although Wen Li had just entered the high tier, having adjusted himself now, he was genuinely a demigod, without much disparity between them.

This became evident as her claws, seemingly brimming with power, indeed left wounds on his body, with fairly considerable dimensions.

Previously asserting that she possessed hand-to-hand combat prowess was by no means an exaggeration.

Yet under such circumstances, the most distinctive effect of this mythical form didn’t manifest at all.

As he watched the sky outside gradually darkening, Fu Qian felt like time stood beautifully still, without any changes under the beating—multiple beatings.

”You’ve worked hard, take a break and eat.”

Seeing Wen Li’s fatigue start to show during the testing, Fu Qian didn’t press any further and gestured for her to sit and rest.

”Okay.”

Despite the tests, which she was cooperating with, being labeled as demanding was somewhat odd.

But seeing Professor Fu completely unfazed, even amidst the shock, Wen Li didn’t fuss over the details and earnestly took a rest.

Fortunately, ever since meeting him, being in an overclocked state had become commonplace, which fostered some resilience in this regard.

”Need a change of clothes?”

Meanwhile, Miss Liushuang appeared to have recovered quite a bit now, seeing Wen Li resting with eyes closed like herself moments ago, she quietly gestured towards Fu Qian’s outfit.

”Oh? Is there any here?”

Fu Qian glanced down at himself.

Although the wound was nearly healed, maintaining a natural look meant the previously altered leather clothing remained in its damaged state.

”Hmm... I brought some sets back with me, placed them where you’re resting.”

Ji Liushuang naturally noted above.

As a research assistant, she manifested exceptional thoughtfulness.

Not only reminding Professor Fu about his attire but resolving it directly.

Turning to the leather clothing, she displayed a mildly perplexed look.

Reflecting back, Wen Li had a similar reaction, discreetly taking a few more glances as she entered.

It likely wasn’t the style that’s at fault; both could probably deduce how the clothing came to be.

”Alright.”

Fu Qian accepted it straightforwardly, indicating he’d be right back.

...

Here, it’s clear that Miss Liushuang devoted considerable thought when choosing the outfits.

While trying to replicate leadership’s usual style, they maintained some distinctions to allow for selection.

Unfortunately, Fu Qian was always rather indifferent about this, promptly making his selection and even taking a bath in one swift move.

However, in spite of such efficiency, by the time he returned downstairs, the visitors had already arrived, and they weren’t from the Divine Ashes Institute.

”Chief Yuan, Director Li... are you looking for Professor Fu?”

A surprised Ji Liushuang immediately greeted them.

”Have you all had dinner yet?”

Fu Qian didn’t stress the research assistant further, promptly coming down, smiling broadly at the Swordsmanship Department Director and his friend.

”We have, but your spread seems quite sumptuous, is there a special occasion?”

An uninvited guest, Yuan Fang apparently in great spirits, laughed heartily, expressing curiosity over the lavish dinner.

”Indeed, we’re celebrating Wen Li’s advancement to the high tier.”

Fu Qian naturally extended the invitation to sit, casually mentioning.

...

Huh?

In that moment, both Yuan Fang and the curiously observing Li Weixuan beside her exhibited signs of surprise.

Nevertheless, their reaction the next moment was remarkably consistent.

Faced with such a staggering academic achievement, they didn’t immediately join in celebrating but scrutinized intensely, eyes sharp.

”I’ve already verified, all is well.”

Fu Qian maintained his composure, directly supplementing.

Of course, it wasn’t jealousy or inability to accept a quickly advancing successor.

Yuan Fang personally witnessed Wen Li declining his invitation, opting to continue honing in Divine Ashes.

Moreover, Li Weixuan, almost the Academy Dean, certainly couldn’t be unaware of this guest student’s circumstances.

Their momentary seriousness was clearly tapping into considering the nurturing entity behind.

Such an achievement was rare, but Divine Ashes recently achieved another impressive milestone....

The rapid advancement pace was undeniably stirring a sense of crisis detection.

”Just that, it’s truly astounding.”

At this point, Professor Fu’s assessment carried its weight.

Upon seeing Ian’s once executioner giving such straightforward affirmation, the atmosphere nearly instantly eased.

Li Weixuan exchanged a glance with Yuan Fang, visibly relieved.

”So, Chief Yuan, why did you visit so late?”

And once the two exchanged formalities with Wen Li, standing carefully, Fu Qian confirmed their intentions.

”Actually, it’s nothing urgent, primarily an update: the Benevolence Institute personnel already withdrew from the previous investigation; meanwhile, Lord Stoss and Ms. Su embarked to report back earlier today.”

Yuan Fang replied promptly.

”So urgent?”

Stunned by the news, Fu Qian’s initial reaction was pondering Su Gao’s findings during the prior exploration.

Having advised her not to conceal anything beforehand, the efficiency likely wasn’t lacking such reasons, but—Fu Qian quickly realized something else, sighing mentally again.

Su Gao still hadn’t returned the ring.