Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1493: Chapter 1491: A Time for Growth

Oh?

I have to say, the performance of the young girl Riet has significantly changed, even compared to the dream outside just now.

Still not quite elated, but the long-standing sense of oppression has lessened.

"Thank you for informing me, you’ve worked hard these past two days."

In light of this, Fu Qian also nodded slightly, sincerely expressing his gratitude.

"Indeed, it’s been hard. So much so that, even having accepted the result, I still don’t want to recall the process..."

Riet sighed.

"But why thank me?"

"Because I am using you, just concerned about whether you still remember."

Fu Qian’s sincerity was frightening.

"...That sister really didn’t tell me."

In that moment, Riet’s expression was quite complex, causing even the dreamscape centered around her to ripple slightly, though still within the scope of stagnant water disturbances.

She seemed to have come to terms with the final result, and even smiled self-deprecatingly a moment later.

"She really should have told me... That way, she would have been much less troubled."

"Family often doesn’t notice the growth of children; she might have just lacked confidence in your acceptance."

With a casual analysis, Fu Qian ruthlessly brought the topic back.

"So what did you forget? Describe the boundary specifically."

...

"You just told me that you were using me before, aren’t you worried that I might not cooperate?"

Such a domineering turn, yet Riet wasn’t very reactive, she merely stared at Fu Qian.

"Not worried."

And with the other party’s unhesitating response, she fell silent for a moment before pointing to her head.

"There really is a very clear boundary, some parts remain, and others have left no trace."

"I can remember that you told me about the path of faith, and even told me the crest and the revered name, but the contents under these concepts disappeared without a trace after waking up, no matter how hard I try, I can’t recall them."

"Some things I want to forget are very clear, like how I discovered your process, your feedback to me, and even the ill-fitting clothes I wore... and some inappropriate words."

Saying this, Riet’s expression was somewhat unusual, presumably recalling a deal she had once proposed.

"This change made me extremely painful, far exceeding the realization that it was just a dream."

"I tried every means to recall it, including forcing myself to sleep continuously."

"But it was useless; it’s as if they never existed..."

Indeed, as noted in the task summary, those Superiors in the Nightmare Corridor from Alarakir’s side were banned from entering by means akin to a rule-level restriction.

Listening carefully to the volunteer’s account, Fu Qian recalled the previous escape experience.

At that time, as a puzzling element he arranged, which could also be used as a reference case upon success, Riet’s greatest strength was her deep yearning for the Transcendent.

Fu Qian was reasonably confident in her efforts to recall the crest and revered name, which made her getting nothing even more persuasive.

So why could he still remember?

This indeed is a good question.

In fact, since hearing the task summary, Fu Qian had been pondering the reason.

Ultimately, the biggest possibility in his opinion was his identity—not the Abandonment King, but rather a drifting vagrant without a job.

Compared to being granted exemption from certain rules due to wearing the Divine Skin, Fu Qian leaned more towards his essence as a "Messenger."

Otherwise, like the Prism of Radiant Transformation and others, this world does have a few surviving Superiors. If they had exemption rights, in all likelihood, Alarakir’s name wouldn’t have been eradicated from this world from the start.

Following this line of thinking, he was indeed curious what special reaction might be triggered if he shouted out the revered name right now.

Of course, this was limited to curiosity. The volunteer had already made her contribution.

"Of course, this is just my weak-willed feeling. I hope it helps, or if you need my further assistance, please let me know."

Even in the next moment, the articulate volunteer candidly admitted her own shortcomings.

"No need, I trust your feelings."

...

Listen to the words, observe the demeanor.

While communicating with the volunteer, Fu Qian had already discreetly mobilized the authority of the Master of the Dream Realm, thoroughly examining her state, choosing not to further ravage her will at this point.

Casually affirming the volunteer’s work at the same time, Fu Qian expressed curiosity about her current performance.

"I can see that you have gained much insight into life during this time, so what’s with the disparity between inside and outside the dream?"

"Did you confirm upon entering the dream that your sister and others wouldn’t see it, so you showed a profoundly enlightened side?"

Starting from the moment she entered the dream, candidly admitting despair, it was already evident that this rebellious young girl’s mind had matured, embracing adult-like compromise and acceptance.

Self-growth depended on self-destruction, viewing her desire for the Transcendent with clarity, and acknowledging her lack of Talent.

This seemingly coincidental volunteer recruitment activity unexpectedly achieved the effect of fighting poison with poison.

Even if she was unrelated to the Transcendent, the rebellious young girl probably didn’t need her sister’s worry anymore, yet outside, she didn’t seem inclined to display this point.

"That’s because if I showed it that way, my sister might be even more worried."

As if expecting the other party would have this doubt, Riet smiled wryly.

"This contrast occurred, if I came across as overly calm emotionally, she might follow me even to the restroom... I originally intended that after the treatment, as long as it showed some effect, I would take the opportunity to improve my mood."

"Got it, your sister probably wouldn’t have guessed you’d be so willing to come here."

Even children have rich inner worlds, Fu Qian instantly understood.

The Female Swordsman waiting anxiously outside, if she heard these statements, should indeed be very touched.

It’s no big deal, surely it won’t be long before she realizes the rebellious girl has really grown up.

"It’s indeed inconvenient."

Riet shook her head slightly, struggling to wave her left hand.

"But aside from accepting treatment, on the other hand, my sister has wasted a lot of time because of me over the years. I think if she gets the chance, she might find a path to growth here."

Speaking, she smiled at Fu Qian.

"Respecting others’ goodwill doesn’t mean I can’t impart goodwill, right?"

Not bad, not bad, she actually remembered my maxim.

Of course, Fu Qian knew this was something he said in the dream, feeling a stronger sense of embodiment as an educator.

"Additionally... can the content in the dream back then not be mentioned to anyone?"

At this moment, Riet hesitated a little and finally cautiously put forward her request.

"As an undeserved return, I’ll follow my sister’s request and keep everything absolutely confidential."