Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1567: Chapter 1562: Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity

Such a property actually exists.

Senior Kaldora truly left something behind for Heaven’s Commencement Institute!

Seeing Luo Bu honestly admit that the Fungus Sword was indeed his work, Fu Qian couldn’t help but praise him in his heart.

As one of the purposes for returning to the Academy this time, this special divine blood and flesh material was already a focal point of attention.

Yet, even so, it’s still hard to imagine that unparalleled compatibility, actually manifesting in such a form.

The flesh can fuse with anything without rejection, and the resulting mushroom, although devoid of divinity, astonishingly possesses such a wondrous mimicry ability.

It is entirely understandable how Professor Luo Bu must have felt upon discovering this, along with the enthusiasm revealed in subsequent operations.

After all, if even transcendent properties can be replicated, the implications behind that would be exaggerated.

"In conclusion, the more I think about it, the more I feel the Swordsmanship Department is the most suitable."

Gazing directly at the two weapons, Professor Luo Bu continued his confession.

"Although the route we take is completely different, it’s precisely this difference that gives me a feeling that it’s worth trying."

"After failing repeatedly, I no longer expect it to casually replicate transcendent features."

"However, some concepts in cultivation, especially Sword Intent, which is relatively special and even lacks obvious ranking attributes, is clearly another category."

"So I found an opportunity, snuck into the Sword Pavilion, and secretly swapped out one of the swords..."

...

Good, quite insightful!

Nodding slightly, facing Professor Luo Bu’s execution, Fu Qian did not question with "why didn’t you just borrow one."

Considering Heaven’s Commencement’s relationships, and what Professor Luo Bu intended to do, it’s fortunate the suggestion didn’t get him in trouble.

"Actually, I originally just wanted to copy one, but I’m really lacking in cultivation concepts, and the opportunity was rare, so I decided to leave it there for a while, allowing it to be further infused with True Meaning of the Sword Path, and then I took the original one back."

At this time, Luo Bu also explained why he conveniently took what wasn’t his.

"And then switch it back for testing with the Swordsmanship Department when the time comes, right? After all, no matter how odd, it’s still a gift, with less likelihood of being unwelcome."

Fu Qian nodded in agreement.

"From this perspective, my actions might seem a bit disruptive. How long were you originally going to leave it there?"

"Absolutely not! This time I am truly grateful to you."

Professor Luo Bu immediately waved his hands repeatedly.

"I understand this item very well; no matter how much it resembles the original, there are always differences, and anyone at Middle Tier or above can likely detect it upon close contact."

"Although the Sword Pavilion isn’t open now, it’s not impossible for someone to get special permission to enter, and just passing by carries a high probability of exposure... so I originally planned for it to stay inside for at most one day, then quietly switch it back. It has already exceeded the time limit."

"Very thoughtful indeed."

Chin in hand, Fu Qian did not hold back the praise.

Clearly, Professor Luo Bu was not blindly optimistic and had considered the consequences if they were caught and what would happen to him and his lab.

"Then why didn’t you withdraw it?"

"I couldn’t find the opportunity..."

...

One must admit, Professor Luo Bu is remarkably candid.

"I had used significant effort to barely find an opportunity to sneak in back then..."

With a helpless expression, scratching his head, he openly admitted the plan inadvertently went out of control.

"These past few days I’ve been worried about how to retrieve it; if it weren’t for you, things would really be troublesome."

Having been troubled for days, Luo Bu clearly showed immense gratitude towards Demigod Fu for discovering the issue and helping resolve it conveniently.

"I was startled when I realized someone touched it earlier, but then I noticed it was being brought this way, and connected it to you returning, thus I felt slightly relieved..."

"Actually, this is my curiosity, how did you sense it was being brought here?"

Sitting in the temporary leader position naturally comes with the responsibility of leading the group, for example, preventing problems before they occur.

Running a finger over the sword’s blade again, Fu Qian didn’t mind words of thanks; he casually asked.

"Not me, it’s the insect swarm."

Seeing Fu Qian genuinely had no intention of reproaching, instead showing more interest in his research, Luo Bu was instantly revitalized.

"I can’t confirm what connection exists among them, but some changes occurring on the mushroom indeed trigger reactions in the insect swarm... but that’s hard to bring out, are you interested to take a look?"

"Sure, and bring the sword as well."

Fu Qian readily agreed to the suggestion, even handing over the Fungus Sword casually.

"...Alright."

Though not fully understanding, Luo Bu still repackaged what he painstakingly brought over.

...

Truly fascinating indeed.

Returning to the lively Heaven’s Commencement Institute’s teaching building after many days, the atmosphere remains as vividly diverse.

Before his eyes, compared to last time, the more complete experimental equipment that Luo Bu mentioned indeed showed a newly growing snow-white mushroom.

Meanwhile, obtaining Fu Qian’s consent, Luo Bu performed a series of actions on the Fungus Sword.

In the blink of an eye, though it didn’t revert to its original form, some peculiar rhythm intensified.

Accompanying this change, the swarm of flying insects on the other side immediately showed some disturbance, only calming down after Luo Bu set the sword down.

Not just that, Fu Qian even seemed to notice the gills’ flutter on the new mushroom.

It felt like there was some kind of overarching concept connecting them.

"So far, it seems that the sensing only exists among themselves."

Seeing Professor Fu examining attentively, Luo Bu eagerly explained without any concern about keeping his scientific achievements confidential.

"When other people or objects approach, the reaction is very minimal."

"And so far, this form-mimicking mushroom appears to be one of the most stable forms generated by using Kaldora the Demigod’s flesh..."

After speaking, Luo Bu paused slightly, and even handed the sword over again.

"If you’re interested, you can take it for some tests; I still have another growing here anyway."

"But the high-risk plan you took on was cut short midway."

Fu Qian instead shook his head, not reaching out to take it.

"You keep it; follow through with your original plan. At least to me, this seems like a logical idea."

"Besides, I was planning to apply for a portion of the Demigod’s flesh."

"...Alright."

Not only did he help resolve the trouble, but he also showed such respect for the research project; facing recognition from Demigod Fu, Professor Luo Bu was overjoyed.

"And really, keep that sword as well, and in a couple of days, return it on my behalf to Li Weixuan."

...Ah?