Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1661: Chapter 1656: Mutual Unknowability

Compared to the divine and noble appearance, Brother Sanxun’s humanity actually seems to be maintained quite well.

For example, the little thoughts of arrogance, not fitting into the grand scheme.

His first appearance from behind was actually quite natural.

After all, given the limitations, at first glance this place almost looks like a newly cleared sewer, even the dimensions are rather conservative, leaving him few places to make his entrance.

And being deeply bound to this place, it’s not surprising he can perceive the unseen rules and utilize them.

But after successfully landing a critical backstab, leaving without capitalizing on the victory seemed a bit pretentious.

The damage, suddenly amplified inexplicably, is enough to panic even someone who is psychologically prepared, coupled with such unyielding behavior, truly maximizes the mental stimulation.

But that’s for normal people.

After the earlier exchanges, Fu Qian believes this Third Follower should have long abandoned such naive perceptions about opponents like him.

Obviously, he’s the type that doesn’t shed tears until he sees the coffin.

The most reasonable way to deal with someone like him is to deliver the entire blow upon meeting, wasting not a single sentiment.

Thus, Brother Sanxun’s hit-and-run tactics Fu Qian prefers to interpret as having another purpose.

Like guarding against a moment like now, when suddenly mid-thought you turn around, and thus quickly grasp a new rule.

”Not bad, your reaction is even faster than I imagined.”

”I believe you will increasingly realize what constitutes the essence of power.”

Failing to land a final backstab, yet Sanxun didn’t overly fret over it, even generously offering praise.

”What are you doing? Don’t tell me there’s someone in there talking to you right now.”

And even before Fu Qian could say anything, Huang Leji, already stunned by his continuous pivoting, couldn’t help but growl lowly beside him.

Indeed, is it the information only I can receive?

”Yes.”

Given prior suspicion, Fu Qian wasn’t too startled by this bizarre scene.

In fact, in the next moment, he didn’t bother to hide it, earnestly nodding at Huang Leji.

”What you mentioned should be those ubiquitous, even increasingly rigorous rules as one delves deeper.”

Without waiting for Huang Leji to speak, Fu Qian turned back to continue the conversation with the Third Follower.

Although this person’s message only Fu Qian could receive, he still could share his words, letting everyone gain insight.

”But since you’re so compelling, why not just tell me, so I can strictly abide?”

”Hehe... Rules don’t merely signify obedience; violating them and facing punishment is also a manifestation.”

Facing Fu Qian’s overly familiar suggestion, Sanxun seemed uninterested in entangling further, quickly dissipating with a cold laugh.

...

”What did he say?”

Stirring minds has always been a skill, and it was evident Elder Huang Leji really didn’t want to go mad with Fu Qian, but Fu Qian’s query couldn’t help but ignite his curiosity.

”He said while adhering to rules is indeed commendable, being punished for mistakes is also gratifying.”

And Fu Qian didn’t hold back, actually sharing Sanxun’s response.

While speaking, he gazed at Sha Ming, who hadn’t spoken for quite a while.

Due to his withered appearance, nothing could be discerned on Sha Ming’s face.

Even Fu Qian didn’t really doubt he couldn’t see Sanxun.

Yet here lies a question—if others can’t see the Third Follower who only interacts with him, is it possible that he also cannot see some Cycle Enforcer that interacts with them?

This is an extremely simple reverse thinking but easily overlooked.

Thankfully, with the wide-ranging thoughts of a madman, even though Sha Ming was entirely opposite, displaying no bizarre actions throughout, Fu Qian still didn’t rule out the possibility of an unseen Cycle Enforcer interacting with him all along.

Many passionate mangas have said it—to believe in the power of teammates.

Especially Brother Sha Ming has already exhibited extraordinary qualities before.

”Anyway, it seems like we should keep heading down now.”

Meeting Fu Qian’s gaze in the next moment, Sha Ming chose to forcibly shift the topic, directing everyone’s attention back to reality.

This...

It was evident Huang Leji hoped Sha Ming could provide more commentary, yet unfortunately, the current situation clearly exceeded control.

The two before him, one a mysterious figure utterly fearless of death, the other holding many secrets, seemingly having the suspicion of a puppet master.

And as the team leader, he seemed unable to offer any counter-control approach.

”It’s time to move forward, and nobody shrinks back!”

However, this hesitation lasted only a few breaths before Huang Leji decided, shouting at the confused team members.

”But...”

In such a place, the psychological pressure of no return is not easily endured, finally the previously compliant members couldn’t resist showing hesitation.

”Fools, use your brains to think—at times like this, the more you shrink back, the less you can save your lives!”

Of course, this greeted them with Old Master Huang’s unceremonious rebuke.

...

The more you charge ahead, the higher the chance of survival.

Under the drive of survival instinct, human thoughts often accelerate in processing.

So although Huang Leji’s words initially seemed contradictory, quickly someone’s eyes lighted up, instinctively looking toward Fu Qian and Sha Ming.

Their previous performances undoubtedly dealt a severe blow to morale.

One, defying human nature, ignored the mortal threats brought by bonds, the other directly displayed the ability to sever bonds, seemingly leaving the rest without a chip in the game.

But is it really so?

No chance, only waiting to be slaughtered?

In these crisis-laden depths, if one person meets a mishap, perhaps Sha Ming can handle it as earlier, but a group?

Wouldn’t the death transmitted before he could sever each bond be enough to make him crumble?

Considering this, a group actively charging ahead would instead make him abandon that stance of using others as resources, turning to protect the group from harm.

Truly living by dying.

”Understood.”

Instantly, the new concept proposed by the Old Master Huang gained much recognition.

People already silently, directly rushed toward the sole path in the confined space.

”We seem to need to depart too, honorable Cycle Enforcer.”

Brother Sha Ming’s cultivation is evidently remarkable, facing such a scenario and Elder Huang’s gaze, he still calmly invited Fu Qian with a smile.

Though the final address sounded somewhat profound.