Looking directly at the ancient gods for a whole year

Chapter 2389 Joint Visit
As mentioned earlier, the academy is indeed thriving recently.

Multiple research projects have yielded results, and people are more tolerant of the detours encountered in the exploration process... Of course, the most impactful development is the continuous emergence of higher-order [items].

It may still be far from the glory days of yesteryear, but it is showing signs of a revival. I will soon set off to explore the Ash Sea, mimicking the actions taken during its decline after its peak.

From this perspective, it seems somewhat ominous.

"Thank you again. I will keep you informed of any progress I make here, Professor Fu."

As he was feeling relieved before paying, Ah Kai didn't waste any more time and decisively took his leave.

On the one hand, Professor Fu was very busy, and on the other hand, his own digestion work was also rushed, so he obviously needed to go back and consolidate it.

Even emotions are included.

After all, for Professor Akai, the experience within this "day" was far too dramatic.

"Congratulations."

Fu Qian, who fully understood this, did not try to persuade him to stay, but nodded slightly and offered his blessings.

Hey!

Those who received security certification finally shared their joy at the upgrade with a relieved expression.

……

The work at the academy is almost done, and the scientific expedition is becoming even more anticipated.

So what exactly was the Crystallized Blessing that Kalaudora and the others encountered back then?

As he watched Professor Akai leave, Fu Qian felt a sense of foreboding, yet at the same time, he felt an even greater enthusiasm for the mission ahead.

If the aforementioned broad conspiracy theory holds true, then whatever the power of the cursed gods may be, this consistency makes it difficult not to associate it with the concept of crystallization.

Don't forget that I've seen things like crystals, which are similar to curses, in more than one place.

The pool in the nameless graveyard on Ye Island, on the Apocalypse Knight Kalaudora, and even in the scene where the Holy Infant Calamity sucks calamity from history...

This special form of power, which is still somewhat ambiguous in terms of good and evil, makes it hard not to imagine its place in the entire supernatural world—and the dangers that might be encountered if touched.

Not only was a large group of high-level beings wiped out, but the entire incident of wiping out a large group of high-level beings was suppressed.

It was previously judged that it was almost impossible for the Night Watchers to be unaware of the accident back then, and it was almost impossible that the Academy's cooperation in such a domineering handling of the matter was not without their will.

Unfortunately, the Night Watchman's Feast at Hongmen is currently scheduled after the imperial examinations, so we can't ask him for advice right away.

What is somewhat comforting is that since the academy's exploration team was able to get infected, theoretically, if I find the right place, there's a good chance I won't escape either.

"Professor Lisa?"

As he was envisioning a bright future, he blinked and watched a figure push the half-closed door open again.

Isn't it too lively? This must be what they call a bustling place!

I thought that after Professor Kai took his leave, I would be able to steal a half-day of leisure.

Before paying, he certainly wouldn't turn away the customer; he just sighed with a sense of having done his utmost.

Especially when you look over Professor Lisa's shoulder, you can see the cast walking behind her.

……

Compared to earlier, Professor Lisa seemed a little downcast.

The cast always had a smile on their faces, and this time was no exception.

When Fu Qian greeted him, he easily noticed Lisa's unusual behavior.

Although the latter hadn't seemed too happy earlier, he appeared to be more reluctant to work. A short while later, his expression softened, but a hint of seriousness could be detected within it.

This made people even more suspicious of the two people's purpose in coming to the door.

"Please take a seat."

Of course, Professor Fu's legendary composure continues, as he still uses the exact same gesture to invite people to sit down.

"Hmm... I can't even remember the last time I was here, but it's obvious that it looks better now."

Even the cast seemed more talkative, sitting comfortably and looking around, expressing high praise for the professor's laboratory setup.

"It's all thanks to everyone; I was just responsible for making some annoying requests."

Fu Qian refused to take credit, waving his hands humbly repeatedly.

So you know your demands are outrageous, right?

Although it was just a polite remark, it seemed to provoke a considerable reaction from Professor Lisa.

Although they didn't say anything for a moment, their eyes clearly conveyed the same meaning.

"how?"

Fu Qian didn't just make eye contact; he watched as she casually tried to liven up the atmosphere.

"...I remember candlesticks weren't like this. What did you do with the original one?"

She was still somewhat distracted. For a moment, Lisa paused, noticing that the cast looked like they were just watching a show and had no intention of interrupting. She glanced around aimlessly and asked a question.

……

Not bad, this time they didn't target the seats.

Although it sounded like someone was coming to take stock of the problem of lost fixed assets, Fu Qian nodded in satisfaction at Lisa's performance at that moment.

"You're very observant. I'll let you in on a secret: I used that to forge equipment."

He was very honest and told the truth about the whereabouts of the candlestick.

Crafting equipment...

Professor Lisa's gaze became even stranger at that moment.

"Are you sure? I really can't imagine you looking like you're all covered in gold."

Looking Fu Qian up and down, Lisa could sense her disapproval of certain aesthetic styles from her furrowed brows.

"Why? What a vulgar yet lovely color. I'm planning to have it made into a chain and wear it around my neck when I have time in a couple of days."

Fu Qian merely snorted at this, firmly adhering to his own aesthetic sense.

Uh……

However, considering that someone already had something hanging there, Lisa quickly touched her neck.

"I respect your taste, but I'd prefer this..."

What was originally a rather serious prop to her felt a bit strange being handled in this way, to the point that she couldn't maintain a serious tone for a moment.

"Lisa just came to my place to discuss the preparations for the storage room, and she specifically mentioned the help you provided. Thank you both for your hard work."

Watching the exchange between Fu Qian and the other person, Cast laughed and finally interjected, explaining why he had come with Lisa.

"I also heard something from Lisa. When I saw her today, you mentioned that she didn't seem to be getting enough rest?"

Before he could exchange a few polite words, Cast continued talking, his gaze naturally falling on Lisa's necklace.