Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 2616: Chapter 2611: You Passed

How much money should we give?

After hearing clearly what Fu Qian said, the two young people looked as if they were questioning life.

Aren’t you the one selling the book? You don’t want any money?

And isn’t it silly? We could easily agree to give the money back after we leave, and get a book for free.

”Are you serious?”

The two young people exchanged glances once more, both seeing confusion in the other’s eyes, and couldn’t help confirming again.

”Of course, you can even ask her for a notarization.”

Fu Qian nodded decisively, not forgetting to signal to Yuan Shan.

No matter how dreamy her eyes might be, Chief Yuan’s appearance was definitely convincing.

Even without knowing her true identity, one would never doubt her qualification to be a book’s guarantor.

As for the Red Moon beside, who was clearly more convincing, why not choose it?

If not mistaken, these two young people probably couldn’t see it.

Even with the same face, the Red Moon’s long dress and bare feet undoubtedly attracted more attention than Yuan Shan.

However, from the moment they entered, their eyes never lingered longer where the Red Moon stood.

This even explained why their emotions remained calm; if they saw even a little, they wouldn’t stay indifferent to two identical faces.

”I can.”

At this moment, Yuan Shan was also very cooperative, nodding under the scrutiny of the two.

Her voice was devoid of emotion, yet no one would question it.

...

It’s apparent that this was the first time the two youngsters encountered such a bizarre event.

Even after continuous confirmation, the confusion in their eyes did not lessen.

Among them, perhaps due to a gender-based familiarity, someone subconsciously hoped Yuan Shan would say a few more words.

Unfortunately, regardless of her demeanor or expression, Yuan Shan made them unable to look any longer, forcing them to withdraw their gaze after a glimpse, and fall silent.

For a moment, the only sound in the entire bookstore was Professor Fu sipping tea.

”You can discuss among yourselves, it’s okay.”

Considering the slightly conflicted expressions of the two young people, Fu Qian appreciated it for a moment and even suggested they could step aside to discuss.

Although no matter where they stood, the content of their conversation could not remain secret, the parties involved didn’t know that.

Running a business, customer experience is the top priority.

Hmm...

They were indeed very persuadable, the two exchanged expressive glances, found a corner, and stealthily went over to deliberate.

”Sorry... we can’t take advantage of this.”

Though the result of their discussion was somewhat unexpected.

Upon returning, the short girl spoke up, even rejected this second option they were offered.

And throughout, the other one held her arm, clearly showing they were of one mind.

”Oh? You seem to cherish each other’s friendship very much, thinking I’m trying to ruin it?”

Yuan Shan had no reaction; at that moment, Fu Qian seemed to regard them with new respect, looking them over, using language as close as possible to their age group.

”...Isn’t that so? No matter who the money goes to, it will cause a struggle. We refuse such teasing.”

It proved effective, and the other party quickly entered the state, expressing that friendship was not to be desecrated.

”Hmm, very good.”

Seeing such a reaction, Fu Qian even sat up a little, showing appreciation on his face.

”...So it truly was just a prank?”

The courage they mustered was exhausted in the previous sentence. The two evidently hesitated, considering leaving, their eyes widening in disbelief at Fu Qian’s honesty.

”You could also think of it as a test of your friendship, then congratulations on passing.”

His gaze signaled toward their intertwined arms, confirming that this wasn’t just their juvenile imagination.

The final tone was akin to a live-show host.

Ah—

The young people looked unsure of how to react, but although they were tricked, the recognition they received made it hard to be truly angry.

Besides, there’s still that unsteady book in the other’s hands...

Generally, in a ”congratulations on passing the test” kind of situation, the next sentence should involve giving this as a gift, or something like that—

”Alright, you can leave now.”

Unfortunately, the next moment those beautiful expectations were mercilessly shattered, having passed the test, there was no reward, just a gesture to leave.

Uh...

Without a doubt, it was quite nasty, but it seems they really didn’t have a stance to insist.

The two young people immediately made up their minds and turned around together.

”Oh, almost forgot, it seems you really like this book.”

Just then, the bookstore owner appeared to suddenly remember something, smacking his forehead, and holding up the book, offering it to them.

”Ah! Are you giving it... giving it to us?”

A sudden twist, realizing the bookstore owner simply drank too much and forgot, the two young people immediately stopped in their tracks, their dissatisfaction instantly vanished.

”Pretty much.”

Fu Qian truly handed the book over to the shorter girl.

”Please take it and help put it back in place.”

...

It was clear the two girls had a fulfilling afternoon.

Not only did their friendship withstand a test, but they also deeply realized that cultural industry workers may not have good manners.

Of course, even in doing so, it was clear they had good upbringing, as they didn’t slam the door on their way out.

However, they weren’t entirely without means of revenge; Fu Qian noticed, though the book was put back in the correct place, it was deliberately placed upside down, forcing the lousy owner to expend more effort.

”Very spirited...”

Yuan Shan also noticed this, watching the two walk away, looking back every ten steps, and eventually made an evaluation.

Although, theoretically, this remark is a bit unclear as to whom it refers to.

”Well done.”

By contrast, the Red Moon beside had no such problem, quietly observing the whole time, it immediately spoke afterwards.

”Any choice always implies a loss.”

And as the saying goes, ”parents’ hearts are pitiful,” for the ”children’s” unruly behavior just now, it naturally found a reason.

Saying that if Fu Qian had really given the book to those two customers just now, no matter how harmonious they initially were, discrepancies in distribution would surely arise later on.

”Time is running out...”

And just as Fu Qian was about to speak, the Red Moon sighed.

Stepping forward to the counter, it embraced her from behind with a special gesture, even leaning its head on her.

Familiar indeed.

Although it’s a bit odd, with the lines from before, it can be fully understood as some kind of farewell gesture.

But to Fu Qian, it easily brought to mind the time when the Red Moon gave her Armor.

And even though it wasn’t as obvious this time, it still gave something—

The injury left behind at the Sea of Ashes, with the Red Moon’s motion, was healing rapidly.

”Thank you, I feel much better now.”

Though not the first time for a healing assist, Fu Qian still earnestly expressed gratitude.

Unfortunately, the Red Moon didn’t respond and vanished from behind in the next moment.