Chapter 1119: Chapter 1117: The Chosen One
“Indeed…”
The fact proved that Miss Liushuang did not possess an excessively high-flying sense of self-esteem.
Under Fu Qian’s rhetorical question, she quickly realized the advantages her own limitations brought, and became tranquil in an instant.
“Do we need to do it again?”
The next moment, she pointed to the headband in Fu Qian’s hand.
“Can you hold on?”
Fu Qian gave her a glance.
“There is definitely some consumption, but having rested for this while, persisting for another minute should not be a problem.”
Ji Liushuang was quite certain.
“That’s because having no problem was already included as an operational margin.”
However, Fu Qian shook his head, meanwhile pointing at the sky outside which had already darkened.
“Extreme operation has always been one of the important causes of experimental accidents, and look at what time it is now?”
“Considering the project has achieved stage results, now is the time for a celebration.”
“Grab your stuff; I know a good place.”
Ah, is this… the celebration then?
Clearly, Ji Liushuang had not expected the project to be so simple.
While she was still surprised, Fu Qian had already stood up, fiddled with the headband, put it on his head, and muttered softly.
“For a Saintess, the style is indeed a bit plain.”
“Okay.”
Hearing Fu Qian’s mutter, Ji Liushuang, whose opinion had been recognized, smiled in a second, stood up, and carefully put away her salary.
…
The location of the laboratory was still a bit remote, as the two of them walked, it quickly became night.
Despite having been here for an entire day, Ji Liushuang’s pace was neither slow nor hurried, enjoying the night of the celebration.
“This time when I return home, they’ve decided to put me in charge of the Gospel Group.”
Walking alongside, she also naturally began to talk about family affairs.
“I’ve mainly been coordinating this matter recently, especially because of its special nature, there’s also a lot of dealing with the Night Watchman.”
“The Ji Family has stood tall for so long, there is a reason for it.”
Fu Qian nodded his head, naturally recalling the two old gentlemen, Ji Tong and Ji Xun.
Being able to operate things in such a short time, it must have been that these two had settled on an idea on the spot, their response was quite standard.
Although the Gospel Group is currently not large, due to its nature, it almost comes with a natural independence, definitely not comparable to any nominal position.
Letting the theoretically future family head preside over this shows full sincerity.
Of course, the most important factor should still be the identity of the Saintess of the Rebirth Club.
Moreover, Miss Liushuang’s strike that killed Ji Ping was also brilliant.
Whether it be that resolution or the nearly miraculous outcome.
“There were indeed many opposing voices at the beginning.”
Ji Liushuang sighed lightly.
“Until the news from Ye Island was verified, and a relatively unanimous opinion was reached.”
That’s natural.
Fu Qian knew she was referring to the matter of Yasui Tokiyuki.
No matter what the true reasons behind it were, in the situation where he himself had benefitted greatly from an adventure by the Siren, which confirmed the news that Emperor Yasui would not appear for three months, the Ji Family which shared such news must also have been impacted to a certain extent.
The value of the Saintess of the Rebirth Club continues to rise, which is as normal as it can be.
“It is quite normal to have different opinions when there are many people, and many times, an overly dazzling performance might even draw jealousy.”
While pondering, Fu Qian expressed his understanding.
If Miss Liushuang styles herself after her mother, perhaps there would be fewer obstacles.
However, even though she did not inherit the family’s Ash Descending Ability, her conspicuous performance during the Limb Attachment incident, ensuring her mother’s safety, was enough to scare people, normally.
“But I believe that people with a sense of the bigger picture are, after all, in the majority, such as — Angui?”
How do you know…
Ji Liushuang suddenly looked up; she hadn’t said anything, but her surprise had already exposed her thoughts.
“Yes… that’s actually something I’ve been puzzled about.”
Next, she didn’t hide her doubts.
“One would think he would be one of the least likely to support me, but the attitude he showed this time was quite fair… He even specifically sought me out later for a chat, telling me not to worry about being too distracted.”
Isn’t that obvious? When such a thing happens, the Demigod Angui probably couldn’t be happier.
Facing Ji Liushuang’s shock, Fu Qian hummed inwardly.
It turned out that the Demigod Angui was always as decisive as to inspire confidence.
A mysterious Demigod, wearing a mask that could completely hide his Transcendent aura, anyone who knows even a bit about what happened at Silver Mist Manor and the “incident” in the Wasteland a while ago would come to mind.
Although there’s no evidence, a person who knows he sold out Ji Yicheng, no matter what, is a hidden threat.
Now, this hidden threat not only emerged on his own initiative but did not use it to make any threats, instead turning that secret into leverage over both parties, and provided an opportunity for another tacit agreement.
Such good fortune does not happen every day. How could he oppose an immature act for a family head position that is destined not to fall into his hands?
It’s even foreseeable that in the future, this Demigod will likely treat more matters fairly, cleverly support Miss Liushuang in attaining more say.
For an out-of-clan Demigod, achieving such a level of merit in following a dragon, and even currying favor with a top-tier organization such as the Rebirth Club behind the scenes, is not just about turning misfortune into blessing.
“Not surprising.”
The next moment, Fu Qian waved his hand and sighed.
“Although it has been quite some time since I’ve seen him, I still vividly remember the grace of Demigod Angui. It is the presence of such discerning individuals that is indeed the reason for the strength of the Ji Family!”
Sure enough, it was because of him… Angui knows him!
Starting with the unexpected reaction from Angui, Ji Liushuang had a certain guess in her heart, which was confirmed at this moment.
Is all this within your calculations as well?
And the term “discerning individuals,” Ji Liushuang of course would not simply take it at face value.
Just by realizing that Professor Fu stands behind this matter, did Angui decisively sway to this side?
Is there some important hold over him?
“The incident in the Wasteland.”
Fu Qian seemed to know her thoughts and uttered a few words.
The death of Ji Yicheng was mysterious…
Ji Liushuang’s heartbeat quickened, adding more weight to her understanding of the entire situation.
“Being the popular choice is one thing. Are you interested in the Gospel Group?”
Fu Qian did not reveal more details but started to inquire about Ji Liushuang’s feelings about her new role.
“Not interested.”
Clearly not expecting Fu Qian to ask this, Ji Liushuang was caught off guard, but she replied very straightforwardly after a brief pause.
“I am very clear that it’s not something I enjoy doing, but… it’s something I need to do.”
“Good, it seems you have already started to realize the essence of being an adult.”
Fu Qian pointed to a small shop ahead with a look of satisfaction on his face.
“Fortunately, they have some decent adult beverages here.”