Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 2296: Chapter 2291: Seeking Fire

Lady Nepheli, your tone reminds me of an old acquaintance.

Doomsday has long arrived, and what lies before us is merely ashes that conceal our eyes.

A certain Jade Soul Master also had similar nihilistic remarks.

Having a conversation grow so deep, the other party seems deeply touched by the topic of doomsday, which greatly comforts Fu Qian for a moment.

And why Nepheli has such feelings can seemingly be deduced slightly.

Regarding the experience I just described, she clearly was not surprised, even found the feeling of having a communicative counterpart.

Indeed, Nepheli has also seen that doomsday scene, another ”her” showing a miracle to all at the Academy.

Only, compared to myself treating it as a piece of mistaken history that failed to become reality, she, as the person involved, reverses it, believing the present is the mistake.

”I know you don’t quite acknowledge this... because your perspective of the world has always been different.”

At this moment, without waiting for Fu Qian to comment, Nepheli seemed to see through his attitude long ago.

With a finger pointed at her eye and bearing a smile, she sounded even very empathetic.

As for the ”you all” mentioned, it couldn’t be clearer what it represented—

Myself, Ariel, and other possible warehouse administrators.

That indeed hits the nail on the head.

No matter the ranking or identity, having the existence of a warehouse that disrupts time and space indeed gives a different perspective on the world compared to the original inhabitants unable to escape it.

”Noble, transcendent, even the boundary of life and death has become blurred... I do not know much about you all, but these can be confirmed.”

As Fu Qian slightly nodded, Nepheli seemed already in empathy with the administrators’ viewpoint, and her tone carried quite a bit of humility.

”But have you ever thought, it isn’t just you all who have a transcendent perspective? Is the existence you rely upon truly still that powerful?”

Staring straight at Fu Qian, Nepheli’s gaze carried no aggression, even blinked at a certain moment.

”The night and nightmares are too long.”

...

This line also sounds familiar, evidently another phrase from an old acquaintance.

Nepheli’s final words almost instantly reminded Fu Qian of communicating passionately with the Prism of Radiant Transformation in Night Holy City.

Even the demeanor is so similar, with an expression of ”You don’t even know what you are doing,” in a pitying manner.

Although according to Fu Qian’s reading comprehension, the meanings expressed by the two should differ slightly.

The Prism of Radiant Transformation seemed inclined towards the lingering shadows from a millennium ago, while Nepheli’s words are even more pessimistic by comparison.

Aimed at emphasizing the essence of the doomsday ashes, the world before us is no longer real.

”Is this Rom’s shared view? It sounds a bit pessimistic, honestly, from the previous conversations, he seemed rather positive in life.”

Fu Qian naturally referred to multiple attempts of possessing and parasitizing actions, although all were unsuccessful in the end, Rom appeared actively restoring power and seeking rebirth.

”No.”

Indeed, Nepheli shook her head, indicating the knowledge did not come from that superior being.

”The Night Watchman also seems diligent, striving to maintain peace in the world.”

Fu Qian raised another positive example.

”Indeed.”

This, Nepheli did not refute.

”Our Academy’s teachers and students also overcome various difficulties, consistently exploring the mysteries of the transcendent.”

”They truly did well...”

These words seemed to bring slight emotions, Nepheli shifted her gaze, her voice slightly low.

”But—do you think the Academy was the first to do this?”

But before Fu Qian could compare further, she already changed her tone and questioned.

”No, the Academy’s team encountered an earlier group back then.”

Fu Qian was not bothered by this but rather rubbed his chin and nodded slightly.

...

That exploration which heavily cost the Academy elites, Professor Kaldora turned into a lump of flesh in a jar due to some reason.

In the Academy, this belonged to not-so-high-level secrets.

Thanks to the prior mission related to the Holy Infant Star, facing the last appearing Knight, Professor Kaldora, Fu Qian had a brief exchange with her.

In his view, the person involved provided at least three important pieces of information.

Firstly, Kaldora was pulled over from that operation, which was one of her few remaining moments.

Then the Academy’s operation targeted a certain Forbidden Area, and within it, discovered a similar transcendent research institution, without any records.

Finally, during the exploration process, they unknowingly contracted a ”Crystal” that appeared to be a blessing.

While unsure if that directly led to the ultimate annihilation, the thing is evidently very suspicious.

”Very good, you truly are different... Yasui Tokiyuki, that fool, dying at your hands isn’t unjust.”

Once again, Nepheli expressed surprise at Fu Qian’s answer, even offering a sharp critique of Emperor Yasui.

”It’s just a pity, I don’t have the obligation to continue persuading you, meanwhile, sufficient sincerity should have been conveyed, can I now present my request?”

However, a turn of tide still came swiftly, the next moment she stated her response was complete.

”Thanks for the guidance, quite fruitful, so what do you want?”

Although instead adding new unresolved doubts, Fu Qian did not persist regarding Nepheli’s attitude.

More harm than good, technical exchanges have always been about striking the right balance, people have told you their philosophy, no need to demand the sharing of operational plans?

Torture could certainly be considered, but don’t forget at this moment, such mental operations are actually not his forte.

Including the Burial Scroll, it is now in a cooldown state.

”A golden flame of destruction, I imagine it’s not difficult for you to achieve.”

Without politeness, Nepheli directly stated her demand.

...

Just knew it wasn’t solely to confirm doubts.

It must be said, indeed a special request, although from Fu Qian’s view, things have become more reasonable.

Actions must have a purpose, especially when dealing with oneself is certainly not a safe matter.

Even if Nepheli guessed it might be his dirty trick, she certainly wouldn’t be naive enough to seek justice exclusively by confronting him.

After all, if necessary, everyone would not hesitate to eliminate the other.

And looking through Nepheli’s series of actions, the verification at the first moment that the fake Ariel back then was indeed himself also became significant—a desire for the Fire of Madness.

Clearly, a certain miracle she once held has already failed.

”Indeed, this isn’t difficult, so whose will do you want to destroy?”

Without reneging on the deal, Fu Qian casually asked.

”Mine.”

Nepheli continued pointing to her own face.