[{"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-983":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},968577,1268,"Chapter 983 - 983 981 Tenure","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-983",983,"\u003Cp>Chapter 983: Chapter 981: Tenure Chapter 983: Chapter 981: Tenure It’s true, as a demi-god of the grand Academy and a head of an institute, such somewhat whimsical acts hardly count for anything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian quickly accepted Cass’s explanation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So, is this why after I returned, I only saw people from the Divine Ashes Institute visiting?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alongside his exclamation, Fu Qian made fun of his previous encounters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Only that way the effect could be the best!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cass didn’t deny it and hee-hee cackled strangely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“After learning about your actions, I became fully confident in you, and with the later speculation of your demi-god status… as soon as news of your appearance came, I immediately ordered them to stay put and not to cause any trouble.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Today, you also saw it, we have created a stark contrast with the Divine Ashes Institute.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Believe me, this won’t just be some hollow verbal recognition. Once everything is completely settled, the rewards will absolutely be worth it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“And as the main contributor, you definitely won’t have toiled in vain!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s more like it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Cass being so particular, Fu Qian quickly decided not to pursue the matter any further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, at the same time, he still let out a regretful sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What a pity, I thought there might be support from the Dragon Girl Group.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ah?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cass was somewhat baffled for a moment but then furrowed his brow in thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No dragon girls, but how about a giant serpent?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There really is one?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now it was Fu Qian’s turn to be surprised, gaining a deeper understanding of Heaven’s Commencement Institute’s bizarre reputation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Does it have a tail?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If they’re girls, where would they have tails?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cass frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How would I know what kind of snake it is without a tail?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jokes aside, it was clear that as a recent disruptor of Yin’s party from the Punishment Department elite, he couldn’t possibly participate in such activities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, the positive image that Cass and he had tacitly collaborated to create for Heaven’s Commencement might collapse in an instant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Who would have thought that even though the Divine Ashes Institute and the Swordsmanship Department were constantly competing in secret, it was Heaven’s Commencement that first presented a new demi-god.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However insincere Cass might normally appear, this expression of sentiment still seemed quite genuine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“From today, you’re a lifetime professor at Heaven’s Commencement, with top-tier salary benefits provided, and open to request any research resources and funds… Attendance and output aren’t required, your actions are free from any constraints.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed he truly knew the importance of talent, offering such generous conditions as if they cost nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’ll also arrange for someone to take you to choose a residence tomorrow.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Isn’t it the Academy’s policy to give priority to married staff?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian nodded again and again, but still brought up the content he had discussed with Professor Viron.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Married?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cass realized what was being implied and pondered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Do you want me to arrange a spouse for you too?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that’s some comprehensive benefits!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The leader’s concern for work and life truly made Fu Qian feel the warmth from the Academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How important is a stable salary nowadays, not to mention the chance to allocate funds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Speaking of demi-gods, there’s something I’m actually more curious about.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After turning down Cass’s suggestion about a spouse, Fu Qian finally moved on to the previous doubt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“For the Academy today, isn’t the team present a bit too thin?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You really haven’t been paying attention to personnel matters, have you!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cass’s surprise this time was genuine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Indeed, there aren’t many, and the reason is actually quite straightforward. Within the Academy, the only demi-gods who are willing to take action are the four of us.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There is something unexpectedly tragic about the phrase ‘existing demi-gods’!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Cass’s slightly somber expression, Fu Qian thought to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Logically, obtaining Divinity should not lead to immortality, but it generally extends one’s lifespan significantly. It’s unlikely that they died of old age.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The primary cause was a special accident.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cass seemed to have guessed what Fu Qian was thinking and nodded in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The specifics are still top-secret for now, but if the opportunity arises, I’ll try to let you gain access to them.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Since then, the upper echelons of the Academy have died or dispersed, leading to the current state of decline.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now out of the four departments, two are missing a department head, which is probably one of the reasons why Ian is so anxious.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I understand. The two elderly demi-gods of Divine Ashes Institute have clearly retired, and once he takes that step, the position of department head will naturally fall to him.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian nodded in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What about the Chancellor of the Academy?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian had done some research in this area due to his encounter with the old Mr. Feng Yunhong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And from what he could tell from the publicly available information, the position seemed to have been vacant since Li Weixuan’s grandfather, Li He, stepped down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, given the current independence of the four departments, the impact wasn’t too significant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ian can forget about that role; everyone has their limits. Even if he became the youngest demi-god in history, he still doesn’t have the capability to take on that responsibility.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That made sense. Compared to him, Li Weixuan certainly seemed to have a much broader perspective.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But whether one is suited for a role is one thing; an important factor to consider is the relationship between the two institutes. Heaven’s Commencement Institute is unlikely to support someone from Divine Ashes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By contrast, Li Weixuan clearly has the popular support and, what’s more, he’s already the vice-chancellor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All he lacks now is a bit of strength. Once he ascends to demi-god status, everything will fall into place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I understand. But are you so certain it was Ian who was behind it? Both Professor Veron and Ni Huayuan are confident in their own stories.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ha!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cass let out a derisive laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ni Huayuan’s typically paranoid style is evident; it seems plausible at a glance, but a closer inspection reveals a multitude of flaws. We’re not just sitting around here for nothing. As for Veron…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced at Fu Qian.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That’s your doing, isn’t it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is it that obvious?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fu Qian didn’t feign excessive humility.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Nonsense, not only did he take direct action and even use his Mythical Form, but despite his age, he’s still a demi-god. Veron hasn’t become foolish to that extent.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Li Weixuan obviously thinks the same way; he simply didn’t mention it since he started the whole thing first.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But judging by Veron’s condition, his spirit has taken quite a beating. I’m afraid it’ll take some time for him to recover. What exactly did you do to a demi-god who specializes in the study of the mind and reduced him to that state?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Not at all.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chancellor’s praise is unfounded, Fu Qian said with a modest face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It was just a bout of mutual inspiration during our exchange. The details of the case were the results of Professor Viron’s own careful deliberation.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It seems so; it’s hard to imagine a way to brainwash him forcefully into that state.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Cass didn’t seem to doubt it; he didn’t inquire any further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next moment he suddenly came to a stop, gazing at something not far off, contemplatively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Where is this?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following his gaze, Fu Qian looked at the towering building shimmering with faint lights in the night and asked casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The laboratory.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cass didn’t mind that a tenured faculty member didn’t even know where the laboratory was, and after briefly explaining, he took the lead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s still early, let me show you around.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Early? The night has completely fallen!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without asking more, Fu Qian followed.\u003C\u002Fp>",1304,"2026-06-03T07:50:48.240Z","2026-06-03T07:50:53.542Z",1,"novelbin.me","43490b2f38ca72e0c3b03ed8441ec706bd6ee4e0f3843e23ceff5be30aa18990","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-984","facing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-chapter-982",2389,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Ffacing-an-ancient-god-for-a-year-cover.jpg"]