[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year":3,"chapter-facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-125":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Facing an Ancient God for a Year",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},967401,1268,"Chapter 125 - 124: The Hunter’s Thirst for Blood (24)_1","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-125",125,"\u003Cp>Chapter 125: Chapter 124: The Hunter’s Thirst for Blood (24)_1\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your condition is indeed very interesting.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did the whip come about in the same way?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By now, Deng Feizhou had relaxed and was carefully sizing up Fu Qian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian shook his hand, showing off the Tyrant’s Fist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Actually, it’s the effect of this thing. Got it by a rather accidental chance.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“A very interesting object, containing the power of a curse.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the uniquely shaped ring, Deng Feizhou’s face showed no surprise. Instead, he nodded with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This guy had already figured it out; he was testing me earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian thought to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As expected, quite a handful!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lucky for me, I’ve always maintained good virtues—honesty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only lie when absolutely necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, from Deng Feizhou’s words, Fu Qian also discerned other implications.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do you know everything the puppet sees?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Quick response,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou gave him an appreciative look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s right, anything experienced by the person I possess, I can share all of their perceptions, even when in a dormant state.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then I’m really sorry for stepping on and crushing your body; it must have hurt a lot.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s okay, after all, I initiated the probe.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou’s smile didn’t diminish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You don’t have to test me. The death of a puppet does have a certain impact on me, but it’s far from severe.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I misjudged the situation at the Wen Li residence; your ability to conceal your presence is quite impressive.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you for the compliment, just a habit of keeping a low profile,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What about Chen Mingda? Does he know he’s possessed by you?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Chen Mingda, of course, has no idea. Although he’s a bit extreme, he isn’t stupid.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Actually, I don’t really like doing this kind of thing, as it’s like splitting a part of myself away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sensation of tearing flesh and even soul is quite uncomfortable.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Deng Feizhou patiently explained, he lifted his right hand and spread his fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, as if the bones inside were melting, the five fingers began to twist and wriggle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Like writhing pieces of flesh, the five fingers eventually pulled themselves off the palm bit by bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After crawling around the bare edges of the palm for a few laps, the fingers fused back with the skin, eventually vanishing into the palm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the front of the palm, five new fingers grew back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why does this seem so eerily familiar!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Witnessing the scene, Fu Qian couldn’t help but exclaim internally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder his attitude toward me changed so rapidly when I showed off the Biochemical Demon Arm; he saw me as one of his kind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Phew!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou let out a breath after finishing the demonstration, looking at Fu Qian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After so many years, it still feels slightly uncomfortable every time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The part of me in Chen Mingda is almost certainly impossible to recover.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in order to prevent him from spouting nonsense before he dies, I had to make a sacrifice.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s also to make Chen Xing’s promotion seem more natural, right?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Exactly,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the face of Fu Qian’s question, Deng Feizhou candidly admitted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Chen Xing can’t suppress his state forever.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And a Demigod’s promotion is always a significant event at any time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the head of a family, with countless eyes on him, suddenly breaking through after being stuck at a bottleneck for so long, to avoid suspicion, a suitable reason was needed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I see, thank you for sharing,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Heh, do you know why I’m telling you all this?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou looked at Fu Qian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Isn’t it because I’m your new client?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do you think just anyone has the qualifications to deal with me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou huffed coldly, his eyes becoming sharp in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Actually, it’s very simple, because you’re a genius,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou looked at Fu Qian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’ve somehow advanced to the Fourth Phase without clearly understanding the method.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And there has been no sign of you losing control or collapsing. Before I met you, I couldn’t imagine such a thing.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do you know why our organization is called the Native Council?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Because what we do is the greatest feat in human history, an attempt to completely free humanity from its shackles.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The greatest treasures are hidden within the body, yet humans sit on a gold mine without realizing it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“For years, people have only acted according to instinct, indulged in power and wealth—never to explore and think.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even when transcendent powers emerged, they were quickly attributed to the luck of a few.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most people still lead mediocre lives and fade away in their shackles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, compared to the immense potential contained within the human body, cultivation, talent, and special abilities are nothing but laughable conclusions drawn by a bunch of dullards…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your words remind me of an old friend.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian suddenly said, facing the impassioned Deng Feizhou.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“An old gentleman named Lu Ming, who likes to engage in limb attachment work; he also believes it’s a great invention for the liberation of humanity.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You know Lu Ming?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou looked at Fu Qian with interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Did he not invite you to be his limb attachment subject?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He did, but I refused. I detest adding parts to my body.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian answered quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“As ridiculous as your reason is, you’re wise. The Rebirth Club may possess some exploratory spirit, but it is a pity that their concept is completely outdated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They give up exploring human potential and instead chase after a hybrid with transcendent beings, an idea proven foolish long ago, yet they cannot bear to abandon it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, compared to the Night Watchman’s antiquated minds, they are much better—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou seemed quite familiar with limb attachments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, I’ve understood your philosophy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In fact, I’m not that concerned about this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Can you now tell me what is needed to exchange for the method to ascend to demigod status?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian said directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t be so impatient, young man.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou looked at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You will soon realize that our goal is far beyond what you call a demigod.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But right now, my goal is to become a demigod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without concrete facts before me, I won’t believe anyone, and my patience is limited.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian watched Deng Feizhou coldly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It won’t take long, just a few more minutes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou pointed at the wall clock and let out a deep chuckle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your troubles will soon disappear.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What do you mean?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following Deng Feizhou’s directing gaze, Fu Qian looked up at the wall clock and caught on to something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Are you stalling for time?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You caught me? We’re waiting for a friend.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deng Feizhou sat down leisurely, with a smile on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What makes you think you can just barge in here and be in a position to make a deal with me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“In fact, even Chen Xing doesn’t know what the real price of his actions is.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whoo!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian looked at Deng Feizhou and let out a long breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is Chen Xing the one coming?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, we agreed to meet at eight o’clock sharp, or else I would have left Shangjing by now. The Night Watchman will eventually track me down,” Deng Feizhou blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Chen Xing is always punctual. You’ll see him soon, or you could try running away.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words, in less than ten minutes, he would face a Deng Feizhou plus a newly ascended demigod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian glanced around and noticed there seemed to be invisible walls surrounding him, trapping him in place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even a demigod can’t break this in a short time, so I’d advise you not to waste your energy.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Also, I really meant what I said before, you are indeed good material. I’ll have Chen Xing try not to damage it, as I plan to make good use of it afterward.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I see! So I only have a few minutes?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once Deng Feizhou was done boasting, Fu Qian finally spoke.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s right.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I see!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian suddenly blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How do you know I’m not just stalling for time?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Three minutes, and your ashes will be scattered.”\u003C\u002Fp>",1351,"2026-06-03T07:50:25.892Z","2026-06-03T07:50:30.689Z",1,"novelbin.me","de2f1a2400e14b1f4170256ea0c88a264342ea386017d33aed8bbf17b701e136","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-126","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-124",2389,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffacing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-cover.jpg"]