Chapter 1019: Chapter 1017: Celebrate by Popping the Cork Chapter 1019: Chapter 1017: Celebrate by Popping the Cork So yeah, people should be happier.
The mundane life we take for granted could have been fostered painstakingly under countless efforts and even genuine blood, just to achieve this little peace.
Fu Qian, who once again felt he had glimpsed some world truths, was deeply moved with the sentiment of cherishing life.
All in all, the trip was quite fruitful. Not only did he witness an opportunity, but he also thwarted the sinister conspiracy of the Native Council, and effortlessly allowed the Rebirth Club’s claws to infiltrate the Ji Family.
Miss Liushuang was still reliable; the residual influence he had left was enough for her to exchange for many things.
And he believed that even if it were just to protect her mother, she would do so.
“Today’s work is complete; you may now leave the warehouse. This week’s progress is 2/4.”
Amidst his appreciation for the beauty of life, the timely reminder from the warehouse came through.
Realizing that it was deep into the night, Fu Qian amiably complied and casually put on his mask.
As expected, the Messenger tutored by the Return Edict took him to the exit, which was the bedroom.
Professor Lanaya hadn’t returned yet–she truly worked too hard!
On one hand, it was a long night. But mainly, considering the night’s escapades, which weren’t really tied to the time progression here, theoretically, it was still the moment he had left.
Nevertheless, Fu Qian, still filled with admiration for a leader working hard, began to indulge in today’s rightful sleep.
…
“Did you sleep well last night, Professor Fu?”
Upon opening the front door and seeing the seriously breakfasting Fu Qian at the table, wielding knife and fork, Lanaya felt her exhaustion from the night vanished, transforming into a fierce urge to punch someone.
“Not bad. It was very quiet here last night.”
Fu Qian didn’t even raise his head, responding without awareness.
“There’s not much in the fridge, though; I just made do with what was there, so help yourself.”
As he spoke, he gestured to the side.
“You must have been busy all night and haven’t eaten yet, right? It’s not good for your body to sleep on an empty stomach.”
This is my house, right? What’s with this attitude of freeloading?
Lanaya grated her teeth in irritation.
“No need, I don’t have the habit of eating breakfast.”
Is that so…
Fu Qian finally looked up and pondered for a moment.
“How about a morning drink?”
“There’s some over there; you can get it yourself.”
That’s also from my collection…
While grumbling internally, Lanaya was finally persuaded by his suggestion and really did help herself to a bottle of wine and poured herself a cup.
“Not going well?”
Seeing Lanaya with a drink-your-sorrows-away demeanor, Fu Qian inquired curiously.
“No, it went smoothly.”
The cold liquor made Lanaya feel a little better.
“Ni Huayuan may be extreme, but he still values his life. The only bit of trouble was helping Veron to overcome his obsession.”
Saying this, she glared fiercely at Fu Qian, showing no respect for the newly-ascended Demigod.
Whose fault could this be?
She didn’t believe for a moment that he was innocent.
Especially now that she knew he was a Demigod, it was all too normal for Veron to fall victim, given the insidious nature of Fu Qian’s manipulation.
“So what was the final resolution?”
Unfortunately, Fu Qian was as thick-skinned as a city wall, not only unbothered but even trying to gather some juicy news.
“You’ll know soon enough!”
Lanaya had her principles and sighed.
“Anyway, Linghui has suffered a big loss this time, but of course, it’s their own doing!”
“And Heaven’s Commencement Institute, and you naturally are the biggest winners, aren’t you? Distinguished Lifetime Professor!”
“You knew about this?”
Fu Qian looked surprised.
“You should ask who doesn’t know?”
Lanaya retorted irritably.
“You guys really don’t know how to lay low. President Cass posted the announcement this morning, even specifically mentioning it’s a reward for making an exceptional contribution to protecting the academic environment. Did you ever think how Linghui would feel seeing it?”
“Even though you essentially saved them, they might not be grateful to you.”
President Cass really was an amusing character.
Fu Qian savored this reason, clucking his tongue audibly as he did so.
“Grateful? Why do you think I’d need such a thing?”
…Indeed, when had this guy ever cared about someone else’s feelings?
Professor Lanaya sighed in resignation.
“Right, given your change in rank, you no longer have to do volunteer work, and you can detach from the Punishment Department anytime. Just let me know when you’ve decided.”
“How could that be possible, how could I so easily forsake the responsibility of maintaining the academic environment?”
Fu Qian immediately refused, with all the dignity of moral righteousness.
Joking aside, an identity that allowed for justified violence was not something to give up so readily!
“You’re not planning to leave?”
Professor Lanaya looked surprised, as this man didn’t seem to be bluffing.
Didn’t that mean she’d acquired a demigod thug for herself?
Ever since the Academy was established, the Punishment Department hadn’t enjoyed such prestige!
“Of course!”
Fu Qian snorted coldly.
“Although my workload has become increasingly busy, just as before, Fu Mou is at your disposal whenever you need.”
…As if she could find you whenever before.
Nevertheless, the other party’s attitude was much more positive than expected, and Professor Lanaya, without outright disapproval, still couldn’t help but to make a remark.
“So, this lifelong professor, besides taking over my dwelling last night, what else were you busy with?”
“…Extra-curricular tutoring of a female student?”
After some thought, Fu Qian quickly replied.
Professor Lanaya finally ran out of things to say and poured herself another drink, even two glasses of cold wine, and found herself appetized by the sight of the golden fried eggs before her.
However, having spoken just before, reaching out now seemed a tad awkward…
Fortunately, someone quickly dispelled that concern for her.
At the next moment, an abrupt knock on the door rang out, and upon Professor Lanaya’s frowning opening of the door, President Cass’s dignified figure appeared prominently.
“Good morning, Professor Lanaya, I’ve come looking for Professor Fu.”
At this moment, he was the picture of cheerfulness, his tone much warmer than usual.
“To select his new residence.”
…
“Do you really need to trouble yourself to show me houses?”
After parting with Professor Lanaya, Fu Qian walked alongside Cass and asked out of curiosity.
He didn’t think that the leader of Heaven’s Commencement Institute would have the leisure to bother with such trifles.
“Of course not, I don’t even know which houses are vacant.”
Cass was refreshingly candid.
“Do you remember the real benefit I mentioned before?”
“Of course.”
“I’m taking you to inspect it.”
“Inspect? So as a punishment, something was transferred from Linghui to Heaven’s Commencement?”
Fu Qian instantly caught on.
“What is it exactly? From Professor Lanaya’s attitude, it seems quite significant.”
“The Forbidden Area.”
Cass didn’t keep him in suspense, emitting a series of sleazy chuckles.
“It’s been in Linghui’s hands for quite some time now, and who knows how long we would have had to wait without this opportunity.”
The entire Forbidden Area.
Fu Qian began to understand why Cass was in such a good mood.
With the Night Watchman around, there weren’t many Forbidden Areas completely under the control of other organizations.
“I see, congratulations to the president.”
With the leader in such high spirits, Fu Qian played along with the mood.
“Oh no, congratulations to Heaven’s Commencement.”
Cass immediately corrected with a serious face, indicating that it was a blessing for Heaven’s Commencement, not for him personally.
Finally, both men laughed heartily, fully sharing in the glory of the moment.