Chapter 969: Chapter 967: Unexpected Answer Chapter 969: Chapter 967: Unexpected Answer “Isn’t that obvious?”
Fu Qian could fully understand Yuan Shan’s sense of relief.
Putting aside the fact that he himself had been very professional these last few days, having dined and wined splendidly at Wen Li’s without stepping a foot outside.
Even Selana’s lapse earlier had almost entirely negated any possibility that he could be Herbert.
This magnanimous sweep under the rug just now might have contributed a sliver to her good mood.
“Let’s talk at my place, the view here is uncomfortable.”
Yuan Shan, with work on her mind, again demonstrated her high standards for the work environment, beckoning Fu Qian to follow her after just two seconds of sitting down.
…
“They were here just now, and I was worried about startling them, so I had you wait on the side for a while.”
Back in her office, Yuan Shan’s mood seemed even more relaxed.
Her explanation for the earlier situation was as expected.
“What exactly did you show Selana to agitate her so much?”
“The past glory of Annalise, the Progenitor of the Bloodline Clan. It just seems that this devout descendant couldn’t escape the pull of gossip and couldn’t help wanting to take another look.”
“Gossip about the Progenitor of the Blood Clan?”
Fu Qian’s casual babbling actually lit up Chief Yuan’s eyes.
“Obtained from the Ancient Reminiscence? Can you share it?”
“It’s not convenient; Selana wished for me to keep it a secret.”
Fu Qian shook his head decisively.
On the one hand, it was indeed a bit too personal, and besides, it involved too many details; he didn’t need Yuan Shan to provide information on it for the time being.
“Alright.”
Yuan Shan sighed with some regret.
“So what brings you here today? Considering your recent performance, if there’s anything I can help with, just ask.”
You could tell she was in a great mood now that she could slack off again.
“It’s simple, I want to know everything about a particular name.”
Fu Qian didn’t hold back; mutual give-and-take was the key to a lasting relationship. If he was the only one putting in effort, Chief Yuan might actually worry unnecessarily.
“That’s easy, what’s the name?”
Chief Yuan casually waved her hand as expected.
“Prism of Radiant Transformation.”
…
After Fu Qian disclosed the findings of his mission, time seemed to freeze for a moment.
Yuan Shan, who had previously been lounging carelessly, was now frozen in place, her smiling face instantly dissipating.
If there was no surprise, there must have been an accident!
Aware of the significance of the name he had provided, Fu Qian grew even more interested.
In fact, in his original plan, Chief Yuan would probably have thrown open the archives, prompting the diligent work of those in the library. But it seemed she already knew the answer herself.
“How do you know… this name?”
After scrutinizing Fu Qian with a sharp gaze for half a minute, Yuan Shan finally spoke, her tone even more solemn than when ready to sacrifice herself.
Even without waiting for Fu Qian’s response, she frowned, as if she realized something.
“How do you know… that I know this name?”
Now, this question was interesting.
Chief Yuan’s follow-up clearly conveyed too many implications.
First, it seemed this name must be extremely secretive, and secondly, she appeared to be one of the few who knew it.
Thirdly, even knowing who knew this name seemed to be a matter requiring secrecy.
Related to the Night Watchman? He certainly had come to the right person.
“You told me!”
With the feeling of having won a prize, Fu Qian naturally replied.
Indeed, it was true–Chief Yuan, clearly too excited, had let the question slip; her question was the answer itself.
…
Naturally, Yuan Shan wouldn’t easily believe it and continued to stare at Fu Qian for a long time, but unfortunately, his gaze and expression were always so innocent.
“Once you’re free from this busy period, you’re going to come back with me.”
Chief Yuan eventually gave up the effort and relaxed her expression, pointing at Fu Qian and saying,
“Also, remember not to mention that name to anyone else.”
Go back…
Fu Qian blinked, realizing what she meant.
“The Night Executors’ lair?”
Lair, my foot… Can’t you choose your words properly!
Yuan Shan immediately wanted to spit blood in his face.
“Northern Headquarters of the Night Watchman.”
Taking a deep breath, Yuan Shan still managed not to be dragged into the gutter.
“Sure!”
Seeing Chief Yuan’s unprecedented seriousness, Fu Qian did not refuse.
Of course, in his estimation, it seemed he would not be able to refuse anyway.
The name he had mentioned was clearly some kind of taboo, and by merely asking about it, he was already entangled.
“Did you also get this from the Ancient Reminiscence? Knowing too much sometimes isn’t a good thing, you know.”
Although Fu Qian agreed so readily, Yuan Shan seemed somewhat reassured, but still couldn’t help but scrutinize him, giving a friendly reminder.
“Don’t worry, Selana doesn’t know.”
Fu Qian tactfully denied her speculation.
“I want to confirm, I shouldn’t be confined or anything before that, right?”
“…No need for that, are you planning to go out again? Didn’t you just get back?”
Yuan Shan was a bit puzzled.
The Chief Poison Master was about to run wild again instead of attending to his shop, making the safety index of Shangjing feel like it had dropped several points.
And this person stubbornly refused to be tied down to an appointment, leaving her without recourse.
“Indeed.”
Fu Qian’s response was startlingly brief.
He had thought that he would get some information about the Prism of Radiant Transformation from Yuan Shan, but it turned out to be a hornet’s nest instead.
Judging by Yuan Shan’s demeanor, she would not say much else until he willingly walked into the trap himself.
With that in mind, he might as well advance the schedule he had set at the Academy.
“…Alright, remember to come and see me after you come back!”
Yuan Shan apparently wasn’t too worried about Fu Qian running off, but she clearly took the matter of the Prism of Radiant Transformation very seriously.
“No problem.”
Eventually, this conversation involving several layers of secrecy ended pleasantly, and Chief Yuan even refrained from asking Xiao Ming to assist, personally escorting Fu Qian all the way out of the base.
Of course, whether or not he would return after that was another matter.
…
What was the situation here?
Heading straight to the bookstore, which had not opened for many days, Fu Qian found himself outside on the street, faced with an unexpected figure.
Pale skin, deep eyes, it was none other than Brother Tyler whom he had just met.
This person was probably not just casually resting here; the question was, what was he here to do?
Having discovered the true identity of the Grand Fate Ming Emperor and decided to drop by for enlightenment to wipe away the past disgrace?
Noticing that Tyler’s side was missing the kind of money box from last time, Fu Qian’s interest waned for the moment; he wasn’t very inclined to bother.
“Mr. Fang!”
However, Brother Tyler, ever lacking in finesse, rushed up before Fu Qian could unlock the door.
“Come in and talk.”
Sensing Tyler’s unusual restraint in his demeanor, Fu Qian didn’t treat him too badly, and even made a welcoming gesture.
As businessmen, we value peace and profitability.