[{"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-1713":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},970089,1268,"Chapter 1711: 1706: 1-011","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-1713",1713,"\u003Cp>Chapter 1711: Chapter 1706: 1-011\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tranquil days are always short-lived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the break of dawn, the clamor gradually thickens.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian, busy throughout the night, stretched lazily from behind the counter, surveying his painstakingly managed business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shangjing is truly a top-tier metropolis, the constant self-improvement spirit of its citizens is admirable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even at this hour, three or five customers still immerse themselves in the scent of books, striving to absorb the cultural essence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Squeak—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was even a push at the door, and a young, vibrant student-looking individual continued to come in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sorry everyone, the store is closed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, what greeted him was another kind of immersion known as corporate culture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leaning back in his seat, Fu Qian clearly wasn’t targeting just the young customer; his gaze swept across all the men and women, lazily shouting out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most people visiting the bookstore in the morning clearly lacked resistance to such corporate culture, exchanged glances frantically, and responded to the call to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sorry, might I confirm your closing time? It’s now seven thirteen in the morning.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, not everyone was so cooperative, especially a student not yet tainted by society.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young man with glasses stood at the door for nearly twenty seconds, witnessing customers being chased away before finally mustering courage at a certain moment, advancing instead of retreating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s really hard to envision this as a standard closing time, so I have to suspect the earlier comment was targeting me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even his speech sounded reasonable and well-supported.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If that’s the case, I won’t leave before I get what I want.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Targeting?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian looked up at the courageous young man, under bottle-cap-like lenses were eyes with dark circles from sleep deprivation, yet still resolute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Don’t worry, the store’s operating norm is always treating everyone equally—the likes of no T-shirt and shorts.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sighing young, Fu Qian shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“…Aren’t you also wearing T-shirt and shorts? Isn’t it supposed to be equal treatment?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly not expecting such a street-corner shop to have a dress code, the young man hesitated briefly but instantly reacted, attacking the shield with the spear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And he was entirely correct.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian followed his gaze, noticing the T-shirt with a changed pattern since conversing with Lady Cecilia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, this was not the morning after the next day, more than thirty hours had passed since that nocturnal meeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Fu Qian had already earnestly managed his business here for more than a day, even going back to change clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, because most of the time afterward was spent stationed here, there was no time to shop for new outfits, leading the customer to discover flaws.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, the young man would never know the dangers of commerce.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re even sockless—”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And socks.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the other party further emphasized, Fu Qian coldly supplemented directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Young man, how would you think of debating with the referee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crack!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the dawn breeze, the young man who ultimately slammed the door and left did not betray his ambition, learning a valuable lesson in life on this morning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Happy hours are similarly short-lived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Politely seeing off the customer, Fu Qian finally stood up with satisfaction, closing shop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This day and more could be considered tranquil, without seeing a trace of any rag doll signs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems everyone mingling outside understood well to give due consideration rather than continue with foolish actions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, Chief Yuan would certainly remain vigilant, while Miss Wen naturally recuperated safely under protection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The final outcome was that, until now, the bookstore did not receive any particular visitor, everyone remained busy individually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, the efforts from Greedy Worm’s side continued fervently, bringing consolation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ever mindful, oneself as the backstage mastermind, mustn’t slacken either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Returning to the second floor, Fu Qian stretched his body, casually taking down Messenger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Identity verification completed, work begins for the day]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Warning, leakage incident]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name: Bitter Fruit, Number 1-011]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Today’s work details updated, enter 1-011 containment scene, complete re-containment]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, a new week brings new prospects, the first day heralds an assignment numbered one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On this occasion, the illusion accompanying leakage exhibits notably high abstraction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A swirl of dark hues, resembling fog or water, circled amidst numerous black pillars, covering even the table where collections were placed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a particular oppressive feeling at first glance, as if everything seemed immersed in unreachable depths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Consume 1 SAN Point to begin]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Yes]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite appraisals, Fu Qian did not delay at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Entering 1-011 containment scene]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Current SAN Points 99, current Inspiration 99]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Select the skills and items you wish to bring]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truth be told, the non-official SAN Point consumption recently has been somewhat high.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First, encountering a predecessor over at Xi Yuan, followed by a professional “Purifying Evil” Prison Angel after returning to Shangjing, leading SAN Points to drop below triple digits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, it’s comforting that this task numbered one had no restrictions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although based on past experience, this usually doesn’t imply low difficulty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The key here is recent gains that remain quite substantial, under unrestricted conditions, offering a chance for testing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One should always have eyes to discover beauty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While contemplating life, Fu Qian skillfully selected all skills, confirming, and brought convenient items along.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now the only regret is the attire lacks solemnity, hopefully, the warehouse will provide work clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[…8%…13%…21%…34%…55%…89%…100%, containment scene loaded]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amid the anticipation for a better future, the week’s first task formally begins.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[To attempt to fit the collective entity of impulses and desires into a symbolic self-portrait is the source of all tragedy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the first time in life, you forgo using any words to describe the scent reaching your nose, allowing the joy it brings to wash away all filth completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the thrilling excitement, you ultimately conceive such an insight in your mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this insight, in turn, transforms into an amplifier, helping that joy to continue expanding, eventually surpassing the realm describable by words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You begin greatly regretting realizing this only today, yet feel immensely grateful for no longer being like those ignorant masses, keeping their heads buried in self-made cages.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This sensation is so sweet, enough to cause eternal intoxication, anyone interrupting it would commit an unforgivable crime—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, this new thought gets interrupted by a pat on the 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