[{"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-1641":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},970067,1268,"Chapter 1639: 1634: Notification","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-1641",1641,"\u003Cp>Chapter 1639: Chapter 1634: Notification\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the new Night Watchman leader did not agree, Fu Qian thought it would be better to resolve this matter since he had already decided to issue a warning in this capacity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking silently on the narrow path, Fu Qian appeared to be casual, but he was taking in all his surroundings, exhibiting the bearing of someone conducting a covert investigation behind enemy lines.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As previously mentioned, throughout the entire event, he was not optimistic about the situation with this ancient family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Qiu had unconsciously gained protection; they were under the great tree in the Land of Supreme Goodness. It was hard to imagine being unaffected when in closer proximity to the source of pollution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Considering the strange nature of these protections, especially the dispelling aura he had seen before, Fu Qian ultimately chose not to march in with Blood Conquest but opted for a normal infiltration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The former might have a higher chance of encountering mystical accidents, so it was better to proceed in this sociological manner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t long before the facts proved that the latter option was indeed more suitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Please halt.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just when Fu Qian lamented the Huang Family Estate being quieter than usual and was heading toward the core area, a voice unexpectedly emerged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Considering he was adopting a stealthy approach and there were no other people around, it was undoubtedly directed at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voice even sounded a bit familiar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, Fu Qian chose to continue moving forward, as if he did not regard himself as the target of the call.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Captain Qiao…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This unusual response exceeded the expectations of the voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It took a few seconds for it to resurface, and it directly specified the target.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though he had to acknowledge it this time, Fu Qian clearly didn’t feel any embarrassment of being caught in the act.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He did not flee either; the next moment, he quietly stopped and turned his head toward a nearby pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Intricately carved beams and columns, with morning light on the blue stones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this somewhat artistic scene, the dim light seemed to gather into a mist, transforming swiftly into a petite figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clad in sharp black attire, she was very young and, in the blink of an eye, had already strode close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The familiar style, the familiar face, made Fu Qian naturally imagine the scene of her holding a black dagger, even though she stood empty-handed before him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No wonder people come when mentioned; he had been reminiscing about the Little Worm who once infiltrated his room, and here he was, meeting the manipulator, the Huang Family guard whom he had taken down with a street-side kick.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he remembered correctly, did Old Master Huang call her Xiao Ying?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s the matter?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not even bothering to confirm his memory, Fu Qian met her gaze, nodded, and boldly asked what she wanted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Nothing. How come Captain Qiao has time to be here?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the saying goes, if one does not feel guilty, the guilt shifts to others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faced with the naturally imposing Captain Qiao, Xiao Ying even paused for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But being in her own territory, she quickly firmed her stance, squeezed out a smile, and asked, as if genuinely curious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And you’ve come to such a remote place. Could it be that Captain Qiao hasn’t been here for so long that you’ve forgotten the way?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She even surveyed the surroundings while speaking, her tone slightly exaggerated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quite a presence, meeting with a series of questions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian praised inwardly but maintained a calm expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, precisely because I haven’t had time to come here.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next moment, he faced one of her questions with another unanswered question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Too bad she’s still too young and doesn’t understand the logic that two negatives make a positive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Besides, there’s no need to call me that now, there’s already a new person in charge over in Xi Yuan.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Habits… Should I lead the way for you? Whom would you like to meet this time?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though many days had passed, Xiao Ying did not leave a new impression. In merely two sentences, she was already at a disadvantage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief moment without words, not wanting to be bogged down by the issue of titles, she grit her teeth and chose to strike back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her understanding, she was quite certain that this sneaky Night Watchman had come uninvited and was just putting up a front—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sure, then please take me to Elder Huang Leji.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, the former kind and amiable leader surprisingly became hard to deal with, nodding with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is it difficult? Blood Lion works too.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even seeing her speechless for a moment, he went on to suggest an alternative option.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Huang Lezhan?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And an even lesser alternative.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m really not sure… Please follow me to the side to wait, while I take a look.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With each name he mentioned, Xiao Ying’s face grew stiffer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet it was impossible not to respond, nor could she drive him out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though he was caught, as the Night Watchman, once he showed no fear of their infiltration being exposed, he was already invincible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alright, thank you for the trouble.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To Xiao Ying’s thoughtful response, Fu Qian had no objections, thanked her, and gestured for her to lead the way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Please wait here for a while; if you need anything, just tell her.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The later path clearly left Ms. Xiao Ying disinterested, leading silently from the front.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, they didn’t travel too far, and soon she found a place to situate Fu Qian, calling a servant over to properly attend to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And to monitor him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Understanding well that the young, respectful maid had actually been given a significant task not to let him wander again, Fu Qian was unconcerned; he accepted the tea served, all the while focusing on Xiao Ying’s movements sensed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, the other party not only refrained from notifying anyone but instead moved increasingly toward secluded areas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed he arrived just at the right time; the estate’s emptiness had its reasons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For instance, all the elite were out, or possibly absent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sighing in his heart, Fu Qian took another sip of tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After noticing the maid who was now somewhat relieved took her eyes away but quickly turned back, she was shocked to find only the teacup remaining, empty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The passage ahead seemed to lead into the mountain?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Huang Family had been establishing here for years, so it wasn’t surprising.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later, Fu Qian traversed a concealed corner and an even more hidden Dark Gate, finding himself standing in a passage laden with history.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deeper ahead, he could sense the hurriedly moving silhouette of Xiao Ying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for what she was doing here, it was too simple—to lead him to Elder Huang Leji, just as mentioned earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If there was a person who could manage the situation, the family guard would have long sought instructions, not racked her brains over there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Due to currently unclear reasons, he reckoned the three Huang Family bigshots he mentioned earlier might all be deep in this passage right now.\u003C\u002Fp>",1192,"2026-06-03T07:51:17.943Z","2026-06-03T07:51:23.293Z",1,"novelbin.me","ce1f570cf92ac09a33e931a2ca6608c83fdff9a80ca0653e78ba3fc64c060d04","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-1642","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-1640",2389,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffacing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-cover.jpg"]