[{"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-2190":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},971135,1268,"Chapter 2188 - 2183: From Nightmare to Doomsday","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-2190",2190,"\u003Cp>\"And the process was quite smooth, as if the barrier didn’t exist.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though knowing Mrs. Harper is actually sharp-eared and sharp-eyed, Fu Qian casually shared despite the Witch’s astonishment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because it was also clear at a glance that the Witch had already handled it effortlessly, with no need to worry about scaring anyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The barrier doesn’t exist...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The old lady wasn’t scared, but this information seemed to have brought some impact to the Dark Moon Cult Leader.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I still can’t grasp it from my side.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Always a doer, the Witch immediately gave a conclusion, shaking her head the moment after speaking to herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, within this brief moment, she had tried to confirm Fu Qian’s situation, but the result was undetectable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Looks like the situation is indeed quite unusual.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian wasn’t too surprised at this result, merely nodding slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Though the reason isn’t clear yet, I just encountered a special entity, who theoretically should only exist in the place I pass through each time on my return.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian was fairly sure of this, partly due to the strong déjà vu of the silver door and Lord Destiny Snake’s disdain for the warehouse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, there’s the warehouse’s previously stated fact that the Superior Beings in the Nightmare Corridor can never come out in any way.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In any case, though the situation is strange, the current task experience broke the previous exploration deadlock, providing some interesting variation for the next step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as relaxing during tea doesn’t delay work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, it’s a pity that regarding another point, no meaningful information was ultimately obtained—when the task first started, was the hanging water scene really pure coincidence?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mysterious clinic remains elusive, and that old man with a scythe is truly low-key.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is undoubtedly another major piece of news.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Witch always knew that with every second Fu Qian traveled here, he carried an increasing negative effect, forcing him deeper into a special place; she specially warned him before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was only when Fu Qian insisted it was okay that the overall pace was slowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The thing within you continues to accumulate, the pace is slow, but there seems to be no fundamental difference from last time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While surprised, the Witch continued drawing conclusions, motioning the ongoing negative state on Fu Qian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though he long leaned toward this result, Fu Qian was still quite pleased as he nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally planned, whether it’s Brother Interlocutor or Alarakir, he wouldn’t mind catching up, let alone the addition of Lord Destiny Snake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though in this task summary, that figure was listed in the kill list, Fu Qian clearly remembers the modifier before Destiny Snake—behind the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The warehouse’s description should be fairly accurate, and this modifier is likely not added without reason.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Characters like such swindlers are usually hard to kill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So before that, what is your plan?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regarding the Temple Knight’s reckless behavior, the Witch glanced sideways but didn’t comment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Given the Knight’s current strength, being injured without a sound like this suggests astonishing involvement behind it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, she restrained her curiosity, respecting the person’s choice and directly confirming the next step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Given such changes, adjustments in actions are clearly needed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then in this World Within the Painting, there’s no particular change?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian casually confirmed as he scrutinized the opposite side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mrs. Harper had already brought back some dessert, savoring it slowly with tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon close observation, the dessert looked familiar; it was the type young Anke bought before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Remembering the old lady once advised a richer nutrition intake, it turns out now she’s buying it herself—perhaps part of her remembrance?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Recalling the previous statement \"a human rather than a Saint,\" Fu Qian sighed internally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, though the taste seemed good, the old lady showed no intention of sharing it with the two opposite her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her relaxed posture as if she’d already forgotten the existence of the two visitors—likely truly forgotten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mental aspect of selective ignoring may not be easy elsewhere, but in the reborn Leytin, it’s a technique commonly mastered by the Bloodline Clan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, nearly equivalent to a custom server, the Witch transformed the Stars Association into \"Dark Moon Law,\" how difficult is it to replicate this within the World Within the Painting?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, do you want to go out and see if there’s any change?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Witch instantly understood Fu Qian’s intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, if it’s really drawing near, there should be some signs, right? If you have recommended places, it’s even better.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His meaning was simple: as a concealed sanctuary, the \"world within a painting\" inherently aims to minimize external interference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If any activity occurs between the two worlds, going outside would more likely reveal clues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This \"outside\" is even further than the prior nightmare exploration; it’s within that true doomsday.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A reasonable thought, previously utilized with integrated nightmare perception, but no findings yet, we can use this opportunity to take a look.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having no objection to the plan adjustment, while speaking, the Witch’s gaze fell onto the plate of desserts too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But indeed it’s a bit chaotic outside, are you sure you don’t want to slightly restore your condition?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Makes sense.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Agreeing readily, Fu Qian immediately reached out and grabbed a piece from the plate to eat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The taste is quite good, try it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Faced with this way of supplementing nutrition, both the Witch and Mrs. Harper seemed to share a similar attitude.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But seeing Fu Qian enjoy the sweetness, the Witch didn’t hold back the next moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed nice, thanks for the treat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After savoring it and swallowing, while complimenting the taste, she stood up, addressing the opposite side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We’ll come back next time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knowing well that the Witch had lifted restrictions, Fu Qian followed suit, also greeting the slightly dazed Mrs. Harper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Welcome, preferably after lunch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just for a moment, the old lady quickly chuckled and bid them farewell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So why do we still need this thing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as they stepped out, they were already in another grand hall, precisely where the Dark Moon Sect originated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Feeling the deserted world around, Fu Qian asked the Witch about the item she had taken out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The brain fork, an item recently used.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even before his words ended, the Witch was already piercing it into her hand again, explaining with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"From nightmare to doomsday, isn’t it quite reasonable?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Illusory nightmares surged out, quickly engulfing them.\u003C\u002Fp>",1075,"2026-06-03T07:51:33.057Z","2026-06-03T07:51:39.527Z",1,"novelbin.me","9c317903345dace82fc2ae1a1d2906d8f4381763723f38a77c02e92aa45cb223","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-2191","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-2189",2389,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffacing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-cover.jpg"]