Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 2648: Chapter 2643: Eight Wicked Women (19)

"Good question, I’m actually curious too."

Although up to now, no detailed explanation about the destination "Sanctuary" has been heard, for Fu Qian it has become even more intriguing.

After all, judging by various indications, that place is very likely related to Lord Stomach.

On the other hand, from interacting with everyone, it’s clear that not everyone’s destination is the Sanctuary, at least that’s what their words imply.

This means, in the minds of these people on-site, the place is not an essential path to leave here, just an optional choice.

So, Miss Wen’s insistence on taking the prisoner to the Sanctuary is all the more thought-provoking.

While Professor Lisa may not be top-notch in comprehension, she’s always reliable.

It seems she sensed the old professor’s doubt and immediately lent a hand by asking questions in a timely manner.

"But that’s the fact."

Wen Li didn’t seem prepared to satisfy her curiosity.

"Instead of spending energy debating this, we should think about how to unblock the lock and then go our separate ways."

The attitude was firm, indicating that you may not understand, but you must comply.

"Makes sense."

And Professor Lisa disgracefully agreed instantly, without insisting.

"It’s unfortunate that, if there was a way, I wouldn’t be here... but your conversation just now reminded me of something."

Not only that, but she actually followed Wen Li’s line of thought, offering advice and strategies on how to open the path.

"Keeping them alive is one thing, but doesn’t mean they have to be unharmed, right?"

Pointing at Fu Qian, what Lisa was referring to was clearly Miss Liushuang’s idea.

"If there are indeed his people here, then their tolerance for his injuries should be lower than ours?"

...

So today is Judgment Day? Revenge is taken, grievances are addressed?

Unlike the conventional Divine Ashes Institute, Heaven’s Commencement is always known for its flexible mind.

And Lisa didn’t lose face, actually proposing an improved version based on Miss Liushuang’s suggestion, effectively balancing both parties’ needs.

Not to kill, but to maim.

If he can’t handle it himself or if the planted insider can’t bear watching, the situation would suddenly become clear.

There might not be much innovation, but it can be considered a flexible adaptation amid a lack of ideas.

Lisa expressed it very bluntly, and Fu Qian, as the person involved, understood effortlessly, so much so that he had to marvel that today is a good day.

The doomsday for the academic oligarchy has finally arrived, and the oppressed have an opportunity to vent their accumulated grievances.

As for the only one getting hurt?

Anyway, he’s a captive, long deprived of the right to speak—

"So what extent do you think it should reach?"

The thought process was smooth, but at a certain moment, an astonishing turn of events occurred.

Wen Li nodded in agreement and actually turned to consult the opinion of the person involved.

So this is the villain’s mindset, right? The older in worldly society, the less they can bear with young people’s genuineness.

Fu Qian couldn’t help but marvel.

If only the question could be adjusted a bit, it would be even better.

"Can’t we just not do it?"

The next moment, he casually confirmed.

"No, we can’t."

Wen Li calmly and firmly shook her head, indicating he was off-topic.

"Oh... then I think there’s an even more efficient way."

And Fu Qian didn’t force it, immediately returning to the main topic.

"Instead of you operating, gradually increasing the scale to see who can’t bear it, why not make the process open, and let everyone take a jab directly."

"If someone’s attempt is unimaginative, too mild, or overly stringent, that could be a basis for suspicion."

...

Are you really plotting tactics here?

Fu Qian hadn’t even finished speaking before he received more than a few shocked glances.

Not treating others as people is one thing, but this quality of not treating oneself as a person is quite rare.

The main point is that the idea actually carries some weight, effectively avoiding the drawbacks of a lengthy process with difficult-to-control outcomes.

The core is in ensuring no fatalities, while observing if there are planted insiders among the crowd.

Then the method of torture chosen could reveal many clues.

What? He might have issued an absolute command that as long as he’s not dead, the insider must not show themselves?

That does sound like a potential risk, because Wen Li has made it clear that people cannot be killed; combining the two renders this abuse act meaningless—for ordinary people.

But the potential abusers in the Sanctuary have the means to transcend the ordinary.

For instance, in an extreme scenario, the body is not dead, but the mind goes insane?

For an insider, if your director’s will is lost, is it still necessary to adhere to the agreement?

In conclusion, despite being unfriendly to the torture target, the feasibility of this plan is surprisingly high and can be considered a crystallization of collaborative wisdom.

"Sounds like it has some merit, but I’d like to offer a friendly reminder..."

Even directly interested party Wen Li pondered for a moment before expressing approval and immediately pointed at the handcuffs.

"These are no ordinary items, no matter what extra measures you’ve arranged for safety, they will be restrained by them."

...

Is it really that amazing? Miss Wen is indeed dedicated.

Previously praised the handcuffs as being unlike ordinary products, now it’s confirmed.

At that moment, Fu Qian felt the smooth chains and did not doubt the effects Wen Li described.

After all, logically speaking, unless knowing beforehand the target is of ordinary physique, otherwise it’s a tool meant to lock up a leading academic figure; what significance does a piece of Mortal Iron have?

Regarding Wen Li’s reminder, her purpose was simple, on one hand, she didn’t believe she got it so thoroughly without leaving some backup plan, on the other hand, such a positive attitude raises suspicion.

The advice is essentially to avoid the notion of escaping through death, to prevent playing oneself into a bind.

A kind reminder indeed, although it could also be considered hypocritical—if you’re so full of humanitarian care, why engage in this sort of thing?

Earlier when asked if it could not be done, you refused decisively.

"Thanks for the reminder, no problem."

However, distinguishing one matter from another, Fu Qian still maintained courtesy, thanking while indicating his resolve, not needing further concern.

"So who wants to go first?"

And Wen Li seemed to actually listen to the advice, immediately nodding and looking at the group, recruiting the first volunteer.

This...

It’s somewhat of a bloody activity, the ladies were slightly restrained in their demeanor.

"I’ll go first."

After a good half second, someone volunteered, and it was Nepheli, the last one to join the free ride, standing out with a smile.