Looking directly at the ancient gods for a whole year

Chapter 2223 The King of Crusade (Part 8)
From behind the scenes to the forefront, how much inner turmoil lies in between?

Such a striking arrangement speaks volumes.

Unlike the previous ones that were secretly hidden in a corner, this one was clearly there for you to find.

So much so that, no matter how you look at it, it seems that only the phrase "escalating tensions" can describe it.

So, as expected, there really was someone waiting for me at the interview location, and their behavior was surprisingly risqué from the start?

While marveling at the wonders of the world, Fu Qian was equally keenly aware of the delicate nature of the situation.

When an opponent chooses to attack head-on rather than resort to underhanded tactics, it often means that their moves are difficult to counter.

After all, the reason the latter would act secretly is most likely because it would be easy to find a reasonable explanation if they were discovered.

In the current situation, this item, which can't be sold even with a free purchase offer, is just sitting there. What should we do with it?

No response, should I just ignore it and walk in?
He appeared calm and collected, but it was undeniably a sign of his guilty conscience.

Such an eye-catching thing is about to be thrown in your face. This action is almost an open secret that you can recognize it as something extraordinary, and you are trying to bury your head in the sand.

There was no response, so you just walked past instead of going in?

Shouldn't you explain your motivation for coming all this way with such a clear purpose?

Not to mention that he called himself Ariel from the beginning, using such a prestigious name.

There was a reaction, I was curious and played with it for a bit, and then I really treated it like an ugly rag doll?
It seems relatively proper, but have we forgotten that behind the puppet is a second-tier being with all sorts of bizarre abilities?

It might be hard to confirm given the distance, but you've already got it in your hands. Are you an extraordinary person, or even what your rank is? Are you really so confident that you won't be noticed?

Just stop installing and enter Shura mode, kill, kill, kill and turn the doll into dust?
Putting aside the question of how much damage such a thing, thrown out to alert the enemy, can deliver to the operator, what if it really is a group of Night Watchers acting together?
Wouldn't I, the fisherman, immediately become the snipe and clam?

In short, this little rag doll hanging there is a true scheme built on confidence in its strength. The moment it is displayed, it means that it must also display something in return. Fu Qian walked in without the slightest hesitation.

Throughout the entire process, his gaze remained fixed on the burlap doll, making no attempt to conceal his attention to it.

squeak--

As they approached, Fu Qian casually dragged over a wooden chair, sat up straight, and continued to fix his gaze on it.

That's my answer; now it's your turn.

Your Excellency Needle Witch, please.

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The attitude before payment is very simple.

Not only did they notice the doll, but they also knew at first glance that it was something special, and they didn't mind showing that knowledge.

No matter how you look at it, this reaction seems to be nothing short of reckless.

Aside from proving one's honesty, this option is no wiser than any of the previous ones—but don't forget why you came here.

We came here because there was a chance someone might be waiting.

Whether it's the Night Watchers or the original council, I'll look for whoever's here.

No matter how cunning and unpredictable your schemes, I, Ariel, will never change my name.

My heart and actions are as clear as a mirror; this isn't just empty talk.

……

No matter how secretive the Original Council is, or how much it has infiltrated the Night Watchers, Fu Qian doesn't believe that the First Violent Institution would be completely unaware of their situation.

Not to mention that Brother Ariel had already participated in operations as a key player in both the capital and Dunis. His current reaction might seem a bit abnormal, making it hard to understand what he's thinking, but let's not forget that according to previous speculations, it seems that Lord Ariel's operating model is inherently a black box where the target is input and the result is output?
Even Neferi, the creator, might not be able to delve into the specific calculation process involved.

I am in this state right now, and because it does not contradict my ultimate goal, I am doing this fearless thing.

Thinking about it this way, isn't the performance at this moment incredibly lifelike?

This subtle sense of inhumanity raises the question of who controls the puppet.

Originally intended to test the other party, now it's time to make a judgment based on the results of that test.

For example, what exactly is "Ariel" trying to achieve on this trip? Why would he react this way in the face of such a scenario?
This can even lead to the question: what exactly does the original council want to do?
As mentioned earlier, this is a contest involving three extraordinary organizations.

In a time of fierce competition, no one can remain unaffected.

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As for whether this action is too extreme, causing the Night Watcher behind the puppet to realize something is wrong and take the most drastic measures to kill it on the spot?

Based on our understanding of those people's style, such a risk does indeed exist, and it seems like a development that would make the original council laugh itself to death.

But even if that happens, you can still continue operating.

At that point, there's no need for a direct confrontation; all that's needed is to find an opportunity to escape the encirclement, and the real Prince Ariel will then bear the consequences.

Besides waiting for the King to come to him, he now has another way to complete the mission: to have the Night Watchers help him find Ariel.

As Fu Qian looked forward to the future, it seemed to sense this feeling. Even though the wind blowing into the room hadn't changed, the doll stopped shaking and then started spinning.

In the blink of an eye, only the mouth of the face was facing this way.

Even in the silence of their gazes, two red dots appeared on their irregular faces, like the blush on their cheeks when they were shy.

……

Good, you answered very quickly.

With such efficiency, how could Fuqian not be satisfied?

Even her flushed cheeks clearly carried a strong smell of blood.

Speed ​​is of the essence in war, and the other party's swift response not only saved time but also undoubtedly conveyed confidence.

Behind the puppet, there may indeed be more than just Lady Corinne.

In addition, there is another point: the Night Watchers don't seem to be planning to kill them on the spot.

The reasons behind this are worth pondering.

At that very moment, as the doll began to bleed, Fu Qian sensed something strange about himself—he felt as if he too was bleeding, in a different way.

After Leech's guidance, the skin on the back of my hand that became more active seems to have become more independent.

As a result, blood is already flowing into it in an abnormal direction.

The final result resembled a vampire awakening and beginning its feast.

A curse?
Faced with such changes, Fu Qian easily recalled Yuan Shan's description of Ke Lin's abilities.

Of course, it wasn't just a coincidence. It seemed that after the doll turned to look at him, it was weakening his resistance to this place in a special way.

As for why we do this, it's actually quite simple when you think about it.

As Brother Leech once said, that the rippling blood-red light is a reflection of the great glory of the Lone King.

I feel like I've been used as a tool in the search for a "king".