Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 2656: Chapter 2651: Eight Wicked Women (27)

"I also honestly believe she’s not in a hurry to leave."

Not only shrewd and decisive, at that moment Wen Li even demonstrated what it means to be supremely double-standard.

Even though Lisa’s attitude was more upright, Wen Li still chose to trust Nepheli’s words.

"I understand."

However, Professor Lisa was quite straightforward, not complaining about the unfair treatment she received; in that moment, she nodded, her eyes truly scanning the remaining people.

And theoretically, this scrutiny was undoubtedly more pressuring than Nepheli’s earlier gaze.

After all, it was already clearly stated by Wen Li that the chosen ones would face a double trial.

Apart from that, it seemed like Lisa didn’t have many options left.

The original trio from the Dark Holy Hall had all been named, and Nepheli was designated as a good citizen by Wen Li.

Theoretically, if she didn’t want to seem too whimsical, the only ones left for her to point out were those remaining on the carpool.

Among them, one was the arbiter, Wen Li, another had a seemingly deep connection with her, Yuan Shan, and the last one...

As expected, Lisa’s gaze finally landed on Su Gao, who was sitting silently there.

To be honest, it was indeed suspicious; this was probably the only person who hadn’t said a single word since entering.

Neither drinking nor chatting, sitting all by herself.

Even as the situation intensified to this extent, she seemed indifferent.

In fact, besides Nepheli, the other members of the carpool had seen her boarding process, which could be described as suspiciously nonchalant.

Ultimately, with Fu Qian’s exclusive information, it was revealed that although Su Gao, like Miss Liushuang, carried a sword, it actually had nothing to do with cultivation and didn’t fit the reason Nepheli used to defend Ji Liushuang.

Oh, Professor Lisa, do you wonder why something so suspicious wasn’t pointed out by Lady Nepheli earlier?

With a light sigh in his heart, Fu Qian indicated he remembered clearly, even Nepheli didn’t want to linger her gaze a while ago.

No choice, Su Zhiyan’s aura was just that overwhelming.

"It’s not me."

However, she didn’t entirely close herself off; the attention Lisa drew was noted by Su Gao, and in that moment she not only turned her head but even spoke up.

Oh?

Her tone was calm and firm, carrying a convincing power, and Lisa opened her mouth, unable to utter a sound.

"It’s you."

Yet Su Gao’s genial approach was not over, as she continued to speak.

...

There’s even a reverse accusation?

Though Su Gao’s voice remained calm, the information was explosive, and the stark contrast at that moment left everyone a bit dumbfounded.

To be fair, if it were anyone else, logically such a conversation could indeed occur.

As Professor Lisa acted as a blemish witness, those she pointed out could likely face harsh treatment.

In such a situation, reacting immediately and angrily rebuking "the thief crying thief" could even be considered human nature.

But since it was Su Gao who said it, the impression was completely different.

Though she didn’t elaborate a reason after the reverse accusation, it just didn’t feel like she would engage in something so trivial, and what she said must be the truth.

And if it truly is the truth...

"I want to believe you, but can you give a convincing reason?"

After the initial shock, Wen Li seemed to realize they had reached a major breakthrough and immediately hoped Su Gao would elaborate.

"I can’t, I just know that when the door closed, that special effect was already activated."

Su Gao slightly shook her head, indicating she couldn’t provide evidence to convince everyone.

The moment the door closed, it started...and you knew since then?

This was truly observing coldly, whereas a group here was frantically strategizing, was she just watching a monkey show the whole time?

Regrettably, this humble stance provoked a stronger reaction.

More than being trapped again, they seemed more concerned about the presence of such a spectator, making everyone’s actions appear laughable.

"But you didn’t warn us."

This time it was Nepheli who spoke, her tone less one of blame and more of curiosity.

"Because it was useless, that power level was too high, she merely played a triggering role."

Frankly, though she knew, Su Gao didn’t warn anyone and even highlighted Professor Lisa’s role in it.

...

There’s no saving it, so no point in saying more.

Nepheli’s questioning successfully made the situation even more pessimistic.

Though personally, she seemed least concerned about this.

"So how did you know you could trigger it?"

This directness was evident, as she immediately turned to Lisa, seemingly convinced of Su Gao’s truthfulness.

Hehe...

Without even speaking, with just a glance, the situation dramatically shifted, leaving Professor Lisa appearing rather helpless.

Facing Nepheli’s inquiry, she first let out a laugh steeped in the impermanence of the world.

"Could it be... I just knew?"

In a very human manner, she unexpectedly repeated one of Su Gao’s lines, successfully igniting the scene again.

"It’s really you?"

Lady No. 7, representing the others, was the first to express shock.

"Yes, it’s really me."

Turning her head for a deep glance at her, Lisa already seemed ready to come clean.

...

I would call it efficient.

Though not a Sword Dao person, Su Gao’s colleague displayed this one-hit lethality remarkably well.

In a short time since the beginning, nearly everyone in the Sanctuary was affected.

As the storm’s center, Fu Qian instead found himself somewhat at ease.

As long as one doesn’t mind the accumulating pain and increasingly chaotic self-awareness, watching this show was quite entertaining.

Each person with their thoughts, each person employing their methods, both bargaining and cooperating, maintaining balance while seeking breakthroughs...

And among the most exciting aspects was Su Gao’s performance.

Truly a case of silent thunder, after lying low for most of the scene, with just a few words, she pushed the situation to a new era.

What seemed a long and arduous investigation was directly spoiled by her with an answer.

To the point where "the answer" found this absurd development unworthy of further concealing, and simply admitted.

Indeed magical, though such a near-hack performance might be incomprehensible to others, it seemed only natural to Fu Qian.

"Echo," probably one of the few who knew Su Gao’s specific ability, had even tested it under various operational environments.

This somewhat unreasonable power rendered her immune to unfamiliar and bizarre threats.

And her sufficiently "pure" essence also granted her astonishing insight into various things.