Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1991: Chapter 1986: Generous

”That’s right, it’s basically concluded.”

Although his appearance was rather pitiful, with some parts barely covered, Fu Qian was naturally not embarrassed. He finally got up from the bed to share the intelligence.

”There was indeed some danger, almost everyone couldn’t make it back, but as requested by the client, I need to keep the details confidential for now.”

Of course, his professional ethics were still intact, and Fu Qian didn’t reveal too much to his curious colleague.

”As if anyone is interested... So you ended up like this just to get back?”

Professor Lisa, unsurprisingly, snorted with disdain.

”Yes.”

Mentioning the losses, Fu Qian couldn’t help but sigh, but he didn’t forget to adjust his collar and sleeves to maintain his demeanor.

”Such a recovery ability is enviable, but why haven’t you changed your clothes? Are you really that poor?”

With a dripping elegance in each movement, Professor Lisa noticed the smooth skin showing from underneath the Blood Garment, realizing that Fu Qian was completely fine and thus continued her sarcastic remarks.

”Poor and busy.”

Fu Qian just shook his head at this, recalling the thrilling events of yesterday, and casually invited her to discuss downstairs.

”Is it really that pitiful? Want me to give you one?”

Surrounded by opulence, Lisa couldn’t possibly believe such nonsense. While following him downstairs, she continued her cynical laughter, and after sitting down, couldn’t help but express some concern.

”No need.”

Professor Fu didn’t take advantage of the offer, though with this reason—

”I’m not used to wearing leather.”

Glancing up and down at Lisa, Fu Qian’s gaze finally settled on the accessory on her neck.

He had to admit, although it contrasted with the intellectual’s look, the black choker on her snowy neck was visually striking and matched her well.

After all, Professor Lisa’s own charisma was such that no frame could restrain her excessive allure.

”Oh... I thought you liked it.”

Even her voice, after a brief pause, as she let her gaze linger from Fu Qian’s chest to where he sat, was unexpectedly huskier when she spoke again.

Last time, she had invited Professor Fu to her laboratory in a similar tone, even now her hand gently touched her neck.

...

As predicted, he didn’t fail in his guidance.

Facing this, in that moment, Fu Qian nodded again, sighing with contentment.

Professor Lisa’s glance was clear: you’re sitting on what looks like a snakeskin chair, yet you claim not to like leather?

Logical and coherent, with clear reasoning.

Ethnic issues had always been an emotional burden for this Heaven’s Commencement elite, yet following such straightforward provocation, she hadn’t faltered and even executed this sharp comeback, showcasing significant psychological resilience, her mental fortitude nearing that of a demigod.

If President Cass saw this scene upon his return, he’d surely be very pleased, wouldn’t he?

”Makes sense, alright then.”

Unashamedly claiming credit for his mentorship, Fu Qian, after brief contemplation, readily accepted the suggestion.

Indeed, you really...

At that moment, Professor Lisa’s fingers froze at her neck, without speaking, but it was easy to grasp her feelings from just her actions.

After all, she’s still young, a few more rounds and she couldn’t hold on anymore.

Fu Qian didn’t blame her either, merely smiling like an elder.

Yet Professor Lisa couldn’t bear it, biting her teeth tightly, her fingers fiddling with the choker.

However, just as a ripple spread from it, and the air gained a strange sweet scent, her movements abruptly ceased.

”I heard the Linghui folks came to see you?”

After that brief moment of awkwardness, Professor Lisa gracefully put her hands down and changed the topic as if nothing had happened.

”Yes, Ni Huayuan brought people here, just as you guessed.”

Fu Qian’s smile remained unchanged.

It wasn’t flattery. When talking about the new genius from the Divine Ashes Institute, Professor Lisa had speculated that they might bring that girl over to showcase the superiority of the Psychic Series.

As for why Professor Lisa suddenly changed, it wasn’t due to a lack of resolve—

Squeak!

Amidst a slight creaking, the laboratory door was pushed open from the outside.

”Professor Fu... Professor Lisa,”

Their lab assistant Ji Liushuang, who hadn’t been seen for two days, walked in, lightly greeting the two upon seeing the scene inside.

...

”Have you been having a tough time these last two days?”

For Miss Liushuang’s sudden return, Professor Lisa showed no surprise, her calm demeanor offering a head-to-toe evaluation along with a gentle inquiry.

This was the reason for her abrupt pause earlier, after all, she’s a Fourth Phase Transcendent, with keen sensitivity.

The moment she made up her mind, Miss Liushuang had entered her sensory range, instantly reminding Professor Lisa, who always valued her image, of the concept of being a role model.

Of course, as the new demigod of the Academy, no one would doubt Professor Fu’s sensitivity, so Miss Liushuang must have entered his sensory range even earlier.

It’s just that Professor Lisa, knowing she was once again out of her depth, also knew that the clever student in front of her didn’t even give her a chance to glare with resentment.

Besides, she wasn’t just finding a random topic to avoid embarrassment, compared to before, Miss Ji Liushuang, usually so composed, seemed rather dull and her spirits low.

”Not too bad, there were some family matters, but they’ve been dealt with.”

For this, Ji Liushuang didn’t hide it, nodding and frankly expressing the burden of family affairs, her expression rather serene.

”I see...”

Having interacted quite a bit recently, Lisa was clearly aware of the student’s family circumstances, making it easy for her to understand the unavoidable burden mundanity brings, and thus she expressed her empathy immediately.

”But in this world, strength is ultimately the foundation of everything, try not to let it consume too much of your energy.”

Thanks to this bond, she couldn’t help but give a friendly reminder.

”You could ask your employer for help next time.”

Not forgetting to casually find some work for Fu Qian as retribution.

”Professor Fu has already helped me a lot.”

It was only now that Ji Liushuang naturally turned to look, speaking up before Professor Fu could interject.

See, this is what we call a difference.

Fu Qian’s smile remained unchanged, without any sign of being troubled by the Ji Family’s reputation, and he praised internally.

Professor Lisa might conceal it well, but still fell short compared to Miss Liushuang.

Without much deliberate concealment, it’s clear that Professor Lisa didn’t realize the anomaly with Ji Liushuang was related to him.

Furthermore, the matter indeed seemed resolved.

”Just a small effort.”

With a light and casual courtesy, Fu Qian’s gaze landed on the box in Ji Liushuang’s hand.

The Rebellion Axe... The Ji Family certainly is generous.