Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1918: Chapter 1913: All Is Fair in War

Well reasoned and well substantiated.

Fu Qian’s analysis clearly left Lord Stos unable to refute.

Especially since he was originally a frontline arsonist, the main force of destruction.

"You’re right, this ship not only ranks very high, but also seems to have a certain living will. I felt resistance just now, even aversion."

After a brief hesitation, he shared his operational insights.

"So, how high is it?"

Fu Qian listened attentively and casually asked.

With broad and knowledgeable perspectives, the evaluation from a high-ranking Night Watchman of the Second Order Extraordinary is undoubtedly valuable.

"Higher than mine..."

The response from the old master was both humble and shocking.

"So we need to find Aike and the others as quickly as possible—Su Gao, do you still have a way to open the exit route?"

Without dwelling on the strange occurrences along the way, the most practical gain at present was that the suspicion of malice proved true.

There is indeed a threat lurking in the shadows, showing no fear of the Night Watchman’s reputation, while their hidden methods are alarming.

"No, I can’t."

Unfortunately, Lord Stos, resolute and swift, received this bad news in less than a second.

Demigod Su didn’t even try before shaking her head directly.

"With the passage downward just now closed, it seems our connection to the outside world has been severed, at least for now I can’t grasp it."

Staring at the drafty wooden planks beneath her feet, she succinctly explained, clearly having attempted at the first opportunity.

...

Demigod Su’s demeanor was overly convincing, and Stos hesitated only briefly before refraining from asking more questions, turning instead to Fu Qian.

"I have a method to try, but it will be somewhat slow to take effect, and it will likely completely destroy this place."

Fu Qian responded with readiness, nearly matching Su Gao’s efficiency.

And the method he mentioned was naturally the Brilliant Tyrant.

There is no point in hiding things, as dealing with the Night Watchman was already part of the plan.

Apart from a few key elements, there’s nothing that can’t be exposed as long as the exposure is valuable—like now.

"This can be considered a last resort... In fact, I have similar methods, but if used, Aike and the others’ fate would be left to chance."

Lord Stos’s gaze held a hint of depth in response to Fu Qian’s honesty.

Indicating there’s no need to rush into such drastic measures, he even admitted to having similar destructive methods himself.

"I will first try to clear everything that’s left."

Without spending time seeking further opinions, in the next moment, the old master shifted focus directly to the remaining Amber cocoons.

Indeed, decisive and bold.

Despite the sudden change, Fu Qian wasn’t particularly surprised and still expressed admiration.

In the previous journey to the Unseen Hillock, it was mostly another Lord Xiu Meng in the lead, while Old Master Stos played a role akin to a top thug, with unobtrusive methods.

Today upon seeing him again, it’s clear he isn’t merely a brute with physical strength.

Just like the current predicament, being trapped here, severed from Aike and the others, even Su Gao can’t open the way back to the city.

And given the destructive methods that both Stos and I have, due to concerns about the outcome, we’re not eager to employ them at the moment.

In such a situation, what else can be done?

Of course, there’s something—don’t let your thinking fall into inertia.

Since the current predicament could possibly be a result of the damage done to this ship, then we might as well continue the destruction.

Perhaps it might bring about even stronger retaliation, but at least it introduces variables, and we can attempt to seek an opportunity from it, right?

Can we really expect to shake hands and make peace with the offended party, opening the door and releasing us in a grand harmonious conclusion?

Without commenting on how naive such an idea might be, simply looking at the current situation, where’s the time to show goodwill?

The old master remained decisive; realizing there were few choices, he decided to be utterly ruthless.

"Ensure Professor Fu’s safety."

And he did not intend to let others make further choices.

In the next moment, he had already thrown a remark at Su Gao, his body once again transformed into a source of destruction.

...

Decisive to an all-encompassing extent.

Watching Lord Stos reignite the flames, Fu Qian shook his head, not rushing to take any action.

It’s apparent the old master wasn’t truly worried about my safety, but rather concerned I’d neglect my own safety.

From the earlier coordination with Su Gao in capturing someone, it was evident how well I meshed with this partnership. In such a situation, ensuring my safety requires no special instructions.

The instruction to Su Gao, at its core, was simply to keep an eye on me so I wouldn’t act recklessly.

As the person responsible for the operation, having opted for the utterly ruthless high-risk approach, he also aimed to avoid unnecessary variables as much as possible.

Like myself, a figure with too many ideas, difficult to control.

"I’m fine."

Understanding this kind of logic led Fu Qian to be highly cooperative, smiling and greeting his bodyguard once more.

But this was only one reason.

Clang—

Not too long after, with a crisp sound, the Curved Sword in Demigod Su’s hand once again struck an eerie weapon that appeared out of thin air, successfully tearing out a cry.

This was the same ambush tactic used before, yet the previously indestructible bone-bound spear was now directly cut off.

Having completed this action, Su Gao, without any hesitation, shifted angle, and in the next moment struck towards another direction beside Fu Qian.

Ding—

Another slight collision sound, and yet another spike that had just shown a little trace was intercepted, failing to hit its original target, Fu Qian.

It wasn’t even over; Su Gao’s weapon swung back, sweeping across a seemingly empty space.

Slice—

This time, there was no sound, but the blood splattered from the Void made Fu Qian’s mind automatically picture the scene of muscles and bones being split by the sword.

...

Hm, do you understand the value of rising to the occasion?

My ability to choose a bodyguard, is it something you can question?

Professor Fu still didn’t move, not even bothering to dodge throughout, fully displaying his demeanor.

The sudden attack was obviously aimed at me.

It’s just that after I claimed to be "fine," Su Gao’s alert state was immediately heightened to the highest level, waiting for them all along.

Why was it so certain that I’d still be the target of the attack?

Deception is never questioned; after the initial attack fails, if one still wants to take action, target selection becomes a technical job.

Though targeting me previously didn’t succeed, and now even has Su Gao specifically watching, precisely because of such circumstances, it’s even more likely for the person involved to relax vigilance.

If it were indeed Brother Mal, judging from previous dealings, the level of wisdom their brains can muster is limited to this degree.