Looking directly at the ancient gods for a whole year

Chapter 2553 The Importance of Image

"This way."

The claim that he would lead the way is certainly not an exaggeration.

I've done volunteer work here before, and I just recognized that it's not far from the old reception area.

Even though the road conditions were poor, Fu Qian was still faithfully replicating the route he had taken before, leading the people downhill to a place where equipment was distributed.

In contrast, the candidates who came to interview for the cleaning job were not as at ease.

Not only was he dragging one leg the whole way, but he also had a lot of problems with his sense of direction. He would start going around in circles if he went even a little further. In the blink of an eye, this was the third time that Fu Qian had stopped to wait.

Of course, we can't blame the players entirely this time, because their path forward was also blocked.

squeak……

Accompanied by strange noises, Fu Qian deliberately stepped aside to avoid entering the attack range before examining the obstacle kneeling there.

That's right, it's not just a humanoid creature, it even looks like it might bite.

This time, the erroneous timeline is clearly more vibrant, and people aren't as sedentary.

In just this short time, we've already encountered two outdoor enthusiasts, and they even look quite similar—

His face was unrecognizable, his limbs were deformed, and he was in a state of confusion.

In Fu Qian's opinion, the second person's legs should be in better condition. The reason he was crawling there was not necessarily due to organic causes, but rather because his overall behavior was becoming more like that of a wild animal.

That strange sound came from when the head was bobbing around on the ground.

This person's mental state appears to be even worse.

The scavenger candidates behind him had caught up. Fu Qian compared the two humanoid creatures back and forth and came to a conclusion.

"This is……"

The candidate clearly noticed this as well, stopping and staring at the spot in a daze.

"They're also researchers here, but unfortunately they seem to have gone mad."

Fu Qian sighed.

There is a basis for saying this. In addition to being similar in appearance to the candidate, the person on the ground even has certain similarities to himself, such as the clothes he is wearing.

Even though it was already tattered and worn, you could still see some of its original seriousness; it was exactly the style I had imitated.

He is indeed a researcher, and might even be the same receptionist he once was.

Fu Qian recalled those classic golden eyebrows and carefully examined them, focusing on what should have been the head area.

Unfortunately, all they found were sharp, dry thorns, so they had to give up for the time being.

"Do you need me to... clean it up?"

Seemingly sensitive to the word "madness," the candidate flinched and asked the question.

"Let's see if he attacks first—it seems so."

His positive attitude was reassuring, but before he could finish speaking, he was forced to back down.

It's hard to say whether it was from hearing a sound or smelling something, but the one on the ground clearly noticed their arrival and lunged forward without saying a word.

Although it didn't hit, it theoretically met the cleanup conditions mentioned earlier.

Ok……

Unfortunately, this time the candidate hesitated, his deformed eyes constantly shifting between Fu Qian and the attacker.

……

clothing?

This person is more perceptive than I imagined.

The candidate's performance seemed to be all talk and no action, but when it came to actually doing it, he chickened out. However, Fu Qian didn't think he was going through such a complex internal struggle.

The reason for this reaction is more likely due to confusion—and the discovery of the consistency in the clothing.

Then, for the candidate's already somewhat dulled mind, the two people in front of him are equal in some respects.

It becomes difficult to determine who is the receptionist and who is the target of the cleanup.

In short, this is why people shouldn't be too self-satisfied. In my opinion, anyone lacking a little humility would find it difficult to empathize with this reason.

Of course, we still need to confirm whether this is true or not.

“Look, mine is much neater.”

Instead of urging them, Fu Qian gestured to himself, reminding the other party to pay attention to the comparison.

Ok……

Sure enough, the right keywords can guide even the most sluggish brain. At that moment, Fu Qian seemed to see bloodshot eyes shining.

Hesitating for only a breath, the candidate lunged forward.

……

This is why paying attention to one's appearance is so important.

The process went very smoothly, and in his moment of satisfaction, he even flicked his sleeves in celebration.

The principle of self-discipline in solitude, mentioned earlier, came into play with astonishing speed.

As it turned out, the guess was correct; the candidate really couldn't tell the difference between his and her clothes.

All you need to do is start with this concept, select key factors to make the difference immediately, and the scales will quickly begin to tip.

Even the candidates' subsequent performance made his patient persuasion seem somewhat worthwhile.

As I pounced, the target was just preparing to launch a second attack.

Although unarmed and even with a leg disability, the candidate seemed like a completely different person the moment he entered an attack stance.

In terms of size alone, the target was even larger, and its performance under radar was not bad, but the situation almost instantly turned one-sided.

click-

The person on the ground instinctively abandoned their original target and fought back against the attack, but before they could even adjust their direction, one of their legs was broken.

That's too fast, it feels like you only put points into Agility.

The candidate was significantly faster and his attacks were sharper and more ruthless, locking onto the joints immediately.

So much so that, although the power wasn't exaggerated, it was still overwhelming, pulling the opponent to the same level as itself.

Having eliminated the possibility of the opponent escaping, they did not hesitate to engage in close combat.

Roar--

If a candidate, once in the zone, appears as calm as a hunter, then the target is revealing their true, animalistic nature.

Barely holding on by relying on its superior strength, the latter naturally let out a howl filled with pain and anger.

This isn't even the only place where animalistic instincts are revealed; there's something even more obvious—feathers?
Fu Qian watched helplessly as wild shapes pierced through the broken joints, eventually expanding into a whole patch.

It seemed as if it was about to change its mode of action at any moment and take flight.

……

It really is a feather.

The target couldn't fly, of course, and it didn't affect the two people who were locked in combat. The next moment, Fu Qian had already circled to the side, picked up a stick from the ground, and examined it closely.

Gray, narrow, familiar... So this person was influenced by some presiding judges?
It was easily recognized as a creation belonging to the angelic lineage. Fu Qian twirled the feather stem in his hand, seemingly sensing the commotion of this etching wisdom.

Not only were there many people, but those in positions of authority also seemed to be more lively, with the presiding judge displaying his influence from the very beginning.