Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 2080: Chapter 2075: Dancer (21)

”How come? It’s just that the place is very interesting, and I wandered around inadvertently till now.”

It’s not overly lavish, but the location is indeed nice; the interior is spacious and bright.

Facing the captain’s warm greeting, Fu Qian casually explained while examining the ceiling’s decor, which evidently included some blue-eyed elements.

”I can tell.”

Though sitting comfortably on the plush sofa, it was apparent that the captain was somewhat bored; he smiled and sized Fu Qian up and down, signaling for him to sit down and rest for a while.

It wasn’t mere polite agreement; compared to the group dispersed, Fu Qian clearly changed his outfit from head to toe, embodying a strong folk vibe.

What the captain didn’t know was that this was already the second outfit change.

Done with the task, brush the clothes and leave, hiding achievements and fame.

Of course, he wouldn’t wear back the mysterious person’s outfit, or else it would be hard to have a good time, not to mention Mr. Sanhao Sr. might be quite frightened.

So after bidding goodbye to Mr. Leiden, Fu Qian casually shopped again on the way, changing his look once more.

As for sunglasses and backpack, they were already discarded earlier, demonstrating a carefree lifestyle elsewhere.

”So, you’ve heard about that lightning today? It’s said to have struck and shattered a building directly.”

The captain seemed to notice this too and nodded slightly, somewhat envying this youthful exuberance. Thinking of something else, he mentioned the major event that happened not long ago.

Clearly, he wasn’t a witness to the scene, and he had some skepticism about the legendary details.

”I’ve seen it, and it was indeed amazing; the lightning even had an unusual color.”

Fu Qian didn’t hold back, directly expressing that he not only heard about it, and while talking, he slightly nodded towards another approaching figure.

In a well-fitted black coat, buttoned meticulously from inside out, Mr. Sanhao Sr. appeared.

Despite his advanced age, he showed no signs of fatigue compared to before, and even appeared invigorated, embodying the saying ”Joy brings vigor.”

He also changed his outfit, but it was more formal than Fu Qian’s folk style, indicating a certain degree of difference.

Such a person who pays attention to style is particularly sensitive to others’ appearances, almost fixated on Fu Qian from the moment he came downstairs, with eyes bright.

Others might think it’s a normal reaction, but for Fu Qian, he considered deeper reasons.

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It’s already good enough, without stimulating anyone at all?

If one aims to achieve great things, lacking even this psychological resilience, how could one expect to undertake the responsibility of cultural research?

Seeing Mr. Sanhao Sr. sitting seriously to one side, Fu Qian, who completely understood his feelings, didn’t feel embarrassed at all.

Though smoothly establishing contact with the club, the mysterious person pointing the way this afternoon undoubtedly exerted great psychological pressure on him.

Perhaps despite the different styles, Fu Qian’s carefree change of outfit was still eye-catching for him.

Of course, with his breadth of mind, if genuinely suspicious, Fu Qian might not achieve it.

”Ah? You saw it with your own eyes? Was it really that powerful, a building shattered?”

The captain clearly didn’t care much about these, and since his style didn’t really fit with Sanhao, he merely greeted, refocusing on Fu Qian’s statement.

”Strictly speaking, it didn’t shatter, just cracked.”

Fu Qian didn’t shy away from this, plunging into recall and truthfully relaying the specific damage situation.

”...That’s already intimidating, this place is quite extraordinary.”

Without questioning Fu Qian’s statement, the captain clicked his tongue.

”Why else spend money to come here... So, did you specifically plan a gathering today, what’s the purpose?”

Casual echoing, Fu Qian next moment hinted with his gaze, not hiding his curiosity.

He didn’t think Mr. Sanhao Sr. came to sit down only because he noticed him being suspicious.

”Yes, Ah Lian found the people to go out for dinner—and if interested, there’s a special program afterwards.”

Instantly responding, the captain winked specifically, his tone ambiguous towards the end.

Special program? Sounds appealing.

Regardless of the intriguing expressions, Fu Qian didn’t believe team leader Ah Lian would arrange anything indecent.

On the contrary, given previous reactions from the opposite side, it’s unlikely they would appreciate folk dance—and some attendees have already enjoyed such.

Hey—

Fu Qian greeted yet another familiar face.

Clearly, he returned at the right time; despite a style change, Clara in a white skirt soon arrived.

Compared with Mr. Sanhao Sr., the emotions in this person’s eyes were much more complex.

”What kind of program?”

It’s not surprising for young people to be sentimental; Fu Qian didn’t intend to do any extensive analysis of her emotions, quickly returning to chat with the captain.

Precisely because Ah Lian likely wouldn’t arrange those, focusing on what it might be is more exciting.

For this warehouse-reviewed dedicated leader, Fu Qian expected her to have a more outstanding performance.

That’s actually one of the motivations for rejoining the group.

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If previous speculation about the source of desecration was accurate, handling it is quite apparent with some strategies.

For instance, simplest of all, if caused by the ”Dancer,” it could be feasible to visit each of the few practitioners Mr. Leiden mentioned.

And as the ”third cause” owner, label them all as outcasts—or even take further action like extermination.

If these two tactics are superficial, not solving the root, the Night Watchman’s arrangements could be useful, letting them gradually realize the cultural tradition’s issues and eventually take targeted measures to erase.

Unfortunately, root solutions usually take slower effect, while currently, it’s only in the initial guidance stage, requiring further outcome evaluation before continuing.

Meanwhile, all these depend on accurate reasoning, and any new references, Fu Qian welcomes them.

That’s why there’s anticipation for Ah Lian’s activities, understanding more about Lan Fyla’s long-standing place isn’t a bad thing.

”Currently, I don’t know yet; it originally wasn’t in the itinerary, it’s an extra gift.”

Unfortunately, Ah Lian seems to have done well in keeping things secret, the captain regretfully shook his head, indicating a wait for revelation—

”Ah Lian wants to take us to burn incense.”

However, the next moment Clara suddenly spoke, breaking the mystery.