Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 2490: Chapter 2485: Living Up to the Name

Oh? It seems the case was solved in an instant.

”Sudden self-awareness” isn’t a strange phenomenon, especially when it happens during afternoon tea with a chance acquaintance.

The final remark by Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist was indeed profound, yet not overly abrupt—unless the listener paid attention.

”The form of the body doesn’t represent a person”?

This concept sounds somewhat familiar.

At that moment, Fu Qian realized he seemed to understand why the Greedy Worm acted so decisively—

Because of his current form? Did the Greedy Worms know Old Master Lu?

Thinking about it, it’s actually quite possible. Although not top-tier in strength, this group is undoubtedly diverse.

There are all sorts of people, many of whom have made a name for themselves.

Before being poisoned by himself, Old Master Lu Ming was thriving in Ring Islands, and everything was done openly.

Even if the group hadn’t formally interacted, the chances of matching faces with names were still high.

After returning from the Sea of Ashes, to easier greet Lady Selana, he was currently wearing the youthful face of Old Master Lu.

A simple Mid-level Extraordinary on the street might not be enough for the Greedy Worms to act so decisively, but adding a possible background with the Rebirth Club undoubtedly adds weight.

Moreover, if this is true, it shows the Greedy Worms are really anxious.

The Rebirth Club is indeed a special organization, but let’s not forget its recent prominence.

Even at their level, they would’ve heard something about it.

In such a situation, ordinary people might avoid any signs, but the Greedy Worms were attempting to snatch fire from the flames, trying to extract some valuable information.

It’s no wonder they did so; they might not only have lost the hard-to-find clue, but even the blessing of their faith’s deity has been absent for days, causing unrest among them.

”Makes sense, it’s always been a flawed creation.”

Many thoughts flashed through his mind, and at that moment, Fu Qian sighed deeply, raising a hand to repeatedly examine it, completely agreeing with Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist’s assertion.

No matter, if prayers go unanswered, let’s see the physical blessings of the Abandonment King.

...

”You seem not to be a local?”

Indeed, the listener paid attention.

It was essentially a deeper extension of the previous concept, an ideology even consistent. At that moment, Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist was uncharacteristically silent.

After a moment, he seemed to break the casualness of ”Why must we have known each other to meet” and pretended to ask unintentionally.

”No, a friend invited me here, although he himself has disappeared somewhere.”

He didn’t point this out, and Fu Qian even answered honestly.

”Besides, the weather wasn’t good since I arrived, and I only came out to wander once the sun finally came out.”

...

”Then this little shop is indeed honored, and I’ve even thought of what to name the sausages after hearing such an interesting story.”

This time, Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist was silent for even longer, such that it was eventually the old lady store manager who broke the silence, cheerfully expressing her satisfaction with Fu Qian choosing to have a drink there.

Listening to the subsequent conversation, she was truly considering accepting the business advice.

”The idea that neither names nor bodies can represent oneself is quite interesting, though for your age, it seems a bit premature to be pondering such things... In any case, it seems I made the right choice by opening today.”

Before Fu Qian could speak politely, the old lady even seemed quite touched by some of the later remarks, expressing agreement in a sigh.

Is running a business this casual?

Fu Qian nodded approvingly.

The old lady was obviously an ordinary person, likely with no knowledge of things like fleshy limb attachments.

The reason for her saying such things was clearly influenced by the afternoon tea atmosphere, resonating even a bit.

At this moment, it could be considered an alternative form of cross-channel communication.

While he and Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist were subtly probing each other, she was clearly unaware of the underlying insinuations, sharing her genuine reflections on life.

A bit odd, but undeniably an interesting scene.

”So true personal growth is completing oneself step by step.”

What does cross-channel communication matter—Fu Expert sighed again in the next moment, easily blending both.

”Makes sense...”

On the surface, he was following up on the store owner’s life insights, but to Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist, some subtexts were blatant.

Finally, he responded in agreement, visibly stiff.

”You all are still young, with opportunities aplenty...”

Though in the eyes of the old lady store owner, it was clearly perceived as an overly deep conversation, so much so that the initiator was greatly moved, and she even chuckled and comforted them.

”Another cup?”

Meanwhile, her commercial instincts surfaced, promoting beverages without missing a beat, even without offering a half-price second cup.

”...No, this cup is already quite flavorful.”

And Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist’s response remained graceful, as he finished the remaining drink in one go, taking a deep breath and standing up.

”My treat.”

Not only that, the next moment she looked at Fu Qian, and even directly placed money on the table.

”Thank you.”

As all good things must come to an end, Fu Qian also maintained his grace, not only accepting it gladly but also acknowledging the old lady with a nod.

”I’ll have another cup then.”

...

When Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist left, the sunset had already cast long shadows, somewhat desolate to behold.

However, considering she paid for the second cup of pomegranate juice, Fu Qian chose to interpret this scene as leaving satisfied.

This is life; not only are the people in the same scene on different paths, but many don’t even know why they’re on their chosen path.

Better to seize the moment, just like earlier.

”Is there a place bustling with people tonight?”

As he finished the second cup of pomegranate juice, Fu Qian also stood up to leave, taking the opportunity to ask for advice.

”Of course, with this seemingly good weather, it should still be quite lively.”

Roaming around a foreign land and asking such questions is normal, and the old lady clearly saw nothing wrong, smiling as she pointed in a direction.

”I believe so too.”

Nodding in agreement, Fu Qian genuinely took the advice and headed in the direction indicated.

...

”The Rebirth Club truly lives up to its reputation!”

It was clear that the local guidance was indeed reliable. Just as Fu Qian passed that peculiar slaughterhouse, someone was already waiting under a tree.

Not only were their eyes in radar mode, with data significantly surpassing that of Tooth Throat Lay Buddhist, but their exuberance exceeded that as well.

The first moment their eyes fell on Fu Qian, and once the distance was just right, a low voice praised.