Looking directly at the ancient gods for a whole year

Chapter 2333 List (XV)
"Why don't I see the other friends?"

The claim that he has a habit of drinking at night is something that Katon finds hard to refute.

However, Fu's words surprised him, and he finally couldn't help but express his doubts.

"Because they haven't arrived yet."

The response he received was so nonchalant; as he put down the pot, Fu Qian's eyes revealed a dreamlike, detached openness.

"...Are you so sure he'll come?"

"Can't I invite someone if I'm unsure?"

A question from him silenced Kardon, who then picked up his glass and took a sip.

Hmm... my initial assessment was correct; the taste was really just so-so.

It was nowhere near as visually appealing as the cream soup made by Ms. Lucy, let alone the drink Loretta prepared for Bernard.

That's right. Although the friendship between gentlemen is as light as water, even water values ​​reciprocity.

Having already tasted their treasured dishes several times before, I might as well express my feelings on this long night.

"Do whatever you want, without being bound by form or even facts? I think I understand."

While Fu Qian was carefully savoring the moment, Kadun, who was in a somewhat awkward situation, did not storm off.

Instead, after a moment of silence, he even began to "immerse" himself in the image of a dying man, trying to understand Fu Qian's behavior.

……

Although it sounds a bit forced and profound, it's not at all.

After all, Fu Qian's actions at this moment may be unexpected, but upon closer reflection, they are essentially no different in nature from sitting alone by the window to attend a date that is decades too late.

The affairs of the world are no longer important; what matters is one's own feelings.

"It looks like you'll get something extra on this trip besides the reward."

Faced with Katon's interpretation, Fu Qian finally looked up at his face and said with a smile after a moment.

The fifth item on the list, on the surface, is what was mentioned earlier: Kardon wants to "talk to himself."

It wasn't enough for him to just think about it internally; he needed a more direct and intense approach.

In this situation, the question of why he hired an extra driver seems to have an answer.

Katon needs to exchange identities with someone, making that person his "reflection," and then gain a unique perspective.

Even the reason for the ambiguous attitude earlier seems to have been vaguely explained.

Accompanying the driver throughout the journey is to allow the driver to understand you and experience your strange words and actions.

However, at the same time, they do not force people to get off the bus and remain tight-lipped about their own affairs. This may seem contradictory, but it can actually be understood as maintaining a certain delicate balance.

Being skilled in technique but lacking in understanding of principles: if you know too much about a character, you may act unnecessarily and deliberately when playing the role. It is better to remain simple and unpretentious when you are not familiar with the character.

"I believe there will be... but I'm mainly here to remind you that things are already getting lively outside."

Their eyes met, and Karton seemed to sense understanding.

But while nodding, he didn't continue speaking; instead, he suddenly pointed outside.

……

That's absolutely right, this place rarely gets this lively at this time of year.

Fu Qian followed the gaze and saw many more light sources than before, which were even converging in this direction.

It's perfectly normal. The system immediately canceled the suppression of the surrounding area after the initial lag, so it's perfectly normal for it to wake up some people along the way.

The car that was abandoned there and the deep pit will also be found.

In such a small place, people would easily notice that the shop was still open, find that the people inside were unfamiliar, and discover that the car parked outside was a red-handed burglary.

The old man was simply offering a friendly reminder that he didn't have much time left to drink coffee.

Snapped!
Fu Qian reached into his waistband, took something out, and slapped it on the counter.

The handgun, so exquisitely designed it didn't look like a murder weapon, was being displayed at this counter for the second time. It instantly caught Carton's eye, and he even operated it with one hand to check the contents of his uniform.

"Even if you don't fire, it will immediately attract even more intense pursuit..."

Faced with the overly skillful movements before him, Katon's expression instantly turned serious.

I don't know if he regretted not exchanging the item, but it's clear he understood what Fu Qian meant—it doesn't matter if people come; at worst, theft will turn into robbery, and they'll be shown the power of the control item.

This is far more serious than using force to intimidate a family; it could cause the situation to quickly spiral out of control.

"It's okay. Right now, is there anything that I can be afraid of?"

However, in response to the reminder about the lag, the payment was met with a profound question.

She even smiled and watched him, while using her free hand to pour him another cup of coffee and push it in front of him.

"Don't be nervous, the night is still long."

……

"The experience of staying awake in the darkness where you should be letting go can be frustrating at first."

Fu Qian's reaction seemed somewhat like he had become obsessed with the role.

Meanwhile, Katon, who was silently watching him, had an increasingly complicated expression on his face at that moment, and there were signs that he was about to lose his composure.

"But believe me, once you overcome this restlessness, you will develop more interesting feelings about the concept of self."

Unfortunately, Fu Qian did not hold back, but instead continued to interpret the story in an even deeper way.

"So...you mean you have that feeling?"

At this point, it seemed like he had no choice but to say something, so Carton finally reached out and took the cup.

Although he still stared at her intently before drinking, his voice was somewhat cold as he questioned her.

"Yes, for many years."

Her smile remained unchanged, and her answer before payment was crisp and honest.

……

call--

At one point, Katon exhaled and actually poured the cup of coffee down his throat.

The quality of the coffee didn't seem to be affected much, as he clearly had little appetite.

Because the stolen goods outside had already been discovered, and there were shouts and screams all around.

This small town is indeed very united and cooperative; you can see more than one person already watching the shop warily.

There were even people acting like security personnel, signaling to others not to rush forward.

"you--"

Unfortunately, when he leaned forward, he froze in place as soon as he opened his mouth.

"It appears that the 'reflection' feature is now complete."

It wasn't Fu Qian who raised the gun, but rather Carton, who was sitting opposite him, who put down his coffee cup.

He, who had been worried about the situation getting out of control, didn't even look outside at this moment, but just stared at Fu Qian and said softly.

The reason for saying this is simple: the "driver," who was originally just an ordinary person, has already violated his character by using supernatural powers.

That's right, those people outside encountered the same situation as when the pit was dug.

It not only became quiet instantly, but it also slowly moved away, returning along the same route.

Not necessarily.

Fu Qian shook his head inwardly at Katon's statement, then pointed to a figure in a plaid shirt in a secluded corner outside.

“Leave him here.”