Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 627: Chapter 627 Annalise_1 Chapter 627: Chapter 627 Annalise_1 The affairs of Dunis, it’s naturally impossible for Yuan Shan to have never harbored any doubts about Fu Qian from the beginning to the end.

But the obvious conflict in time forced Yuan Shan to rationally dismiss all these doubts.

And now, Fu Qian’s attitude when bringing up the Mercury Storm was so calm that it made the last vestige of doubt in her heart waver.

“Although we’ve figured out the reason behind their conflict with Gan Zuoxun, it feels meaningless.”

Chief Yuan, who was quite capable of distinguishing priorities, chose not to sidetrack the discussion but directly brought the topic back on track.

“Even if the profits are substantial, it’s just business, right? It’s not worth getting entangled with a demigod, is it?”

Although she spoke ambiguously, Fu Qian understood her meaning very well.

“Yes,”

Yuan Shan’s face was filled with worry.

“The Gulad Family had conflicts of interest with Gan Zuoxun, so it’s understandable that they were playing dirty tricks before, but these actions seem very difficult to connect with Ember’s arrival in Shangjing and the subsequent anomalies.”

“Ember advancing to Second Phase and selling aphrodisiacs to buy materials? That’s too absurd!”

“So what are your thoughts on this?”

“I’m just here at someone’s invitation to strengthen the ranks.”

Seeing Yuan Shan consult so smoothly, Fu Qian sighed deeply.

The title of consultant he bore was becoming increasingly apt.

At the same time, Fu Qian noticed that when Yuan Shan spoke, Su Gao’s expression seemed to change slightly by a shade, likely thinking about his previous self-designation.

“Or maybe you could consult the staff of our shop who have already finished their shifts.”

In the next moment, Fu Qian pointed at Su Gao.

…

For some reason, the versatile Yuan Shan, when facing Su Gao, suddenly felt unusually intimidated.

Hence, from the beginning to the end, compared to Fu Qian, she hadn’t dared to rely too much on this colleague of hers.

But since Fu Qian had said as much, Yuan Shan couldn’t keep pretending to be unknowing; she naturally turned her gaze towards Su Gao.

“I’m not familiar with the relevant people, so it’s hard for me to make an accurate judgment.”

Su Gao, suddenly thrust into the spotlight, blinked but didn’t make any excuses.

After admitting his cognitive shortcomings with a serious and honest tone, he thought solemnly.

“I just feel that if they were indeed brewing a dangerous action, like the ritual for ascending to the Second Phase, then one thing can be confirmed: their plan changed midway because of the anomaly created by Mr. Fang.”

“In other words, the heavenly anomaly made them give up their original plan in favor of what they considered a better approach.”

Truly a natural Hunter, his intuition was incredibly sharp.

“Great minds think alike.”

Patiently waiting for Su Gao to finish analyzing, Fu Qian nodded towards Yuan Shan.

“Following this line of thinking, the Gulad’s actions can be definitely divided into two phases.”

“Before I desecrated the sun, they had a plan, the specifics of which are unclear, but they manifested in the form of that special drug.”

“And after the sun was desecrated, their plan changed, shifting to the current well-behaved appearance.”

“From this perspective, it does indeed become much clearer.”

Yuan Shan’s complexion grew grave, and she murmured to herself.

“This could also explain why the Gulad Family reacted so quickly; your actions merely caused them to switch the method of achieving their goal, not to abandon the plan.”

She had not initially expected much advice from Su Gao, but his few brief words had indeed helped clear up a lot of her thoughts.

Especially since Fu Qian had also expressed such a consistent view.

“But the problem lies in the fact that, after their plan changed, we still have absolutely no clues about what they plan to do next. What method do they intend to use?”

“It can’t possibly be waiting for the next anomaly, can it? That would be too ephemeral!”

“Annalise.”

Seeing Yuan Shan’s worried expression not lessening, Fu Qian propped his chin in his hand and slowly uttered a name.

“Who?”

Realizing what Fu Qian had said, Yuan Shan swiftly turned her head to look at him.

“Annalise, the Progenitor of the Blood Clan, surely you’re not telling me you don’t know that?”

Fu Qian looked at Yuan Shan, repeating the name slowly and distinctly while wearing a look of disdain.

Though he hadn’t known two hours ago either.

“Don’t you guys have a written exam for the position of Chief in any region?”

“I have heard of Annalise.”

Looking at Fu Qian, Yuan Shan had a strange expression.

“It’s just that this name is indeed quite ancient, and besides the Bloodline Clan, I’m afraid there are very few who know of it.”

“So what exactly are you trying to say by bringing her up?”

Hesitating for a moment, Yuan Shan did not press Fu Qian on how he came to know this; instead, she directly changed the topic.

Is it just because it’s ancient that it’s unknown to most?

Fu Qian, who had been paying attention to her reaction all this time, thought to himself.

Had it not been for his experience in Dunis, Fu Qian might have accepted this explanation silently.

But now, he couldn’t help but suspect that the Night Watchman had played a special role in similar matters.

Would they use various means to deliberately conceal some information?

So that the true names of Divine Beings from the Mythic Era would fade from human history?

“That’s the benefit of reading more.”

Fu Qian pulled out the Abyssal Chronicle again and slapped it down on the counter.

“The moon is a symbol of Annalise, and during the two natural phenomena, a Dark Moon appeared next to the sun, which shouldn’t exist.”

“I’m wondering if this could somehow influence the Gulad Family?”

“This…”

Having been misled into thinking that Fu Qian had gotten the Progenitor’s name from the Abyssal Chronicle, Yuan Shan couldn’t help but ponder the possibility he mentioned.

“While the Bloodline Clan has always maintained a belief in the Progenitor, in theory, there’s no clear difference between Annalise and other Divine Beings, just a mythical figure.”

“At least since the end of the Mythic Era, there have been no records of their appearing.”

“It’s not strange for the Gulad Family to have doubts because of the Dark Moon, but to say they received some significant revelation because of it, that seems a bit far-fetched.”

“It’s far-fetched, but you have to realize that if it’s true, it might be the worst kind of development possible.”

Fu Qian irresponsibly stimulated Yuan Shan’s nerves.

“If the revelation is indeed from the Progenitor, I believe these people would be willing to do anything for it.”

“So when is your backup arriving?”

“Very soon, but not soon enough.”

“The more I talk with you, the more I feel like every second passing, Shangjing becomes less safe.”

Fu Qian’s warning clearly had an impact, as Yuan Shan took a deep breath.

“I always feel like I should be doing something. Do you have any suggestions?”

“I do, but it’s not very pleasant.”

“…Go ahead.”

Yuan Shan’s voice had a hint of resigned determination.

“Directly kill Ember?”

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