Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1890: Chapter 1885: A Chance Encounter

That’s right, it does sound a bit like the realm of the soul.

But even if they both took a walk in the sea, why did Su Gao’s experience feel much more comforting despite the poor visibility?

Fu Qian listened intently to the volunteers’ experiences, marveling at how different people really are.

Su Gao’s description closely matched his own judgments; through such means, she indeed broke through the boundary of dreams, stepping into the soul world of intelligent beings.

Originally, in the experimental design, this should have been the most ideal progress, but achieving it in one go was a testament to his excellent judgment in selecting volunteers.

Unfortunately, the overly ideal experimental progress made the pessimistic results harder to deny.

As an ”outsider,” there seemed to be a special mechanism keeping him out of the collective mental world.

Even in previous experiences, he had interacted with the deeper parts of the mental world multiple times.

Examples include the Bone Burial Ground of the Divine Beings, Akons, and even the Unseen Hillock.

Indeed, the Night Watchman rescue mission’s final summary made it clear that the place was hidden in the deepest parts of every soul, accumulating countless profound human natures.

One of the main objectives of actively exploring the mental world was inherently related to this.

The place was clearly very special, and if there were a chance to talk to Prophet Yuan Fang, or even Brother Ji Feng, the insights gained would be invaluable.

But precisely because it was so unique, and was clearly tainted by Mother of the Gospel, it was unsuitable to ask the already unsteady Red Moon to attempt to open the door.

Originally in the plan, this shouldn’t have been too difficult since the Night Watchman could form squads for action.

Not to mention, the barrier Akons separating the site of the Divine Beings’ fall and the human soul world was one that an ordinary person might accidentally stumble into.

Sadly, not having local residency proved to be inconvenient.

Though this inconvenience was not entirely without benefit—why?

What is the essential difference between outsiders and local residents in the mental world?

Not being in the system? Then what exactly is the essence of the system?

Such questions had long existed, but this time they were somewhat confirmed.

Remembering in the real world, even as a Whiteboard Demigod, he was revered by all, wreaking havoc and bullying in the neighborhood.

Yet here, he could only barely achieve the same by borrowing the Divine Skin from the Abandonment King.

His initial understanding was perhaps some underlying local disorder was to blame, after all, he knew quite a few Divine Beings, yet there was no case of rampant wireless communication.

But now, it can’t help but make one wonder if there are other factors involved.

In any case, it seems visiting Brother Yuan Fang will have to wait.

”Very good, but I suggest when you’re alone, try not to rush into exploring further.”

With a soft sigh, Fu Qian gave the volunteer a good review, along with a gentle reminder.

As previously mentioned, this student’s physique is truly too special, and it pays to be cautious about everything.

Not to mention, based on past experience, deeper in that place lies a plethora of chaotic things.

”Understood.”

With a smile and a nod, the appreciation for the restful reminiscence was undisguised, but it was also clear that Su Gao harbored no doubts about the advice.

”Very well, now let’s go see what just happened.”

Seeing the volunteer in high spirits after a rest, Fu Qian wasted no time, standing up and gesturing for her to lead the way.

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”Are we going to Benevolence Institute again?”

Given Professor Fu’s overly formal demeanor, Su Gao naturally realized that the subsequent actions would nominally be led by herself.

Though still uncertain about Fu Qian’s exact intentions, she took the lead without hesitation.

And Su Gao’s memory clearly didn’t falter; with Fu Qian pointing the way at random, she had a rough guess of their destination.

”Did the commotion earlier have anything to do with that ship below? To be honest, I didn’t feel it.”

With the bright daylight, the Academy had completely revived with activity.

And as she sensed this lively atmosphere along the way, Su Gao naturally voiced her confusion.

”There’s a big difference, and although it’s hard to pinpoint the source, I somewhat know where it emanated from.”

Signaling for her not to doubt herself, Fu Qian looked, smiling, at the nearing Benevolence Institute.

”However, on one hand, we have little standing to enquire about such minor disturbances; on the other hand, I have a hunch we might find relevant personnel here.

”Even if we don’t find anyone, we can at least check in with the staff—look how excited Professor Lanaya is.”

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”Ms. Su... why are you here too?”

Fu Qian’s words were not baseless; before Benevolence Institute, someone had already come out to greet them.

After leaving earlier, Lanaya had indeed taken a bit of responsibility, coming over to switch shifts with Professor Chang Mo.

Unfortunately, despite a night’s rest supplemented with some alcoholic refreshment, her expression was still not too relaxed.

While welcoming Su Gao, her eyes involuntarily glanced this way.

Clearly puzzled that after just crossing paths, they suddenly rushed over again, wondering if there was an underlying issue.

”Thank you for your hard work. Is everything normal?”

However, Fu Qian merely displayed a smile of courtesy, with a posture that resembled an inspector visiting the countryside, just shy of offering a handshake.

”Who arrived here first?”

When Lanaya opted to bypass interactions with him, it was Su Gao who continued to inquire, seemingly intrigued by the previous use of ”also.”

”...Professor Viron from Divine Ashes Institute arrived before you, but he just casually looked around to get a sense of the situation.”

Lanaya did not dare to neglect her questions and cautiously explained, even moving to the front to lead the way, clearly not lacking in confidence about her account.

”Professor Viron? Would he be interested in such worldly matters?”

At this moment, Fu Qian seized the opportunity to respond, his tone tinged with admiration.

...The folks at Divine Ashes, their sights set high, often disdain aspects beyond the mental and spiritual, yet this is quite a significant incident, is calling it ’worldly’ perhaps too exaggerated?

Lanaya gave Fu Qian an exasperated look, suspecting he might be intentionally provoking the demigod inside due to their past conflicts.

Nevertheless, even though the intentions of both parties were perplexing, Lanaya couldn’t incite quarrels over such matters.

”After the incident, Professor Viron was also invited by Director Li to partake in discussions—he should have some concern for the progress, but upon understanding the current situation, he didn’t delve further, nor did he suggest taking a closer look.”