Isn’t this a bit too dramatic?
Just now, in the midst of "unreality", Cass sternly pointed out Lisa’s issue, even identifying her as the source of oddity.
Then, immediately after, Lisa came to visit alone and directly made a reverse accusation.
Although not quite appropriate to describe it this way, for a moment it felt quite tragic like a fratricide.
Of course, on the bright side, it sounds like Professor Lisa still accepted the suggestion and went to report to the dean.
It’s just that the difference from the previous situation is that Cass didn’t come along.
"Oh? What’s odd?"
Lisa certainly didn’t know the conversation within the "Engraving Wisdom", and as Fu Qian’s mind raced, he remained impassive and casually asked.
"I can’t quite say, it just feels strange, like he’s different from his usual self."
Unfortunately for the suppressed side, Professor Lisa shook her head, unable to provide specific evidence, reasons very stream-of-consciousness.
"As for your situation?"
Fu Qian didn’t press, just confirmed Cass’s attitude towards Lisa.
"He said it’s all normal... told me not to worry, inquired about the progress of the preservation room, and hoped I could continue to work hard."
She let out a long breath; although the situation sounded good, Professor Lisa wasn’t particularly thrilled—
"Did you deliberately say that to send me to find Cass? Did you already know something?"
And in the next moment she suddenly raised her head, seemingly realizing some ulterior intent.
...
Indeed, knowing something, but young one, you’re a bit too paranoid.
Seeing that moment when Professor Lisa’s long charming eyes almost bulged round, Fu Qian couldn’t help lamenting the trust between people.
As a reasonable person, Fu Qian understood that much of the blame lay with his past blemishes, so he didn’t scold.
Regarding Lisa’s accusations, as mentioned before, it was intentional to say so, prompting her to find Cass.
But essentially, it was merely out of curiosity about the peculiar situation, leading related elements to subtle collision.
As for the situation on Cass’s side, the possibilities remain numerous.
"How could it be, I really spoke from sentiment, at the time truly felt you were different from usual."
For a moment, Fu Qian shook his head with a smile, dismissing excessive conspiracy theories.
"And now?"
Slightly skeptical, Lisa didn’t take it too seriously, cautiously confirming.
"Still different now."
Fu Qian maintained his smile, affirming the previous judgment.
"... This isn’t the time for jokes, so why would Cass say that?"
At that moment, Lisa’s expression was hard to describe, struggling to find teasing on Fu Qian’s face.
Upon failing, she couldn’t help but resort to the final method, introducing authoritative diagnostic results to refute.
"This does pose a good question."
Fu Qian didn’t blindly deny, even acknowledged it as quite interesting.
...
Lisa’s oddness could be noticed herself, Cass due to deeper connection should be more perceptive.
Yet facing her approach, he resolutely stated everything was normal, even the final encouragement was unremarkable.
Such anomaly, what could be the cause?
Long before Professor Lisa posed this question, Fu Qian had already considered it.
Compared to Professor Lisa’s bewilderment, multiple explanations lay in his view—
For instance, Cass detected issues but due to excessive professionalism confirmed it’s not severe, giving Lisa a benevolent lie to avoid tension.
Or Cass still detected a problem, resulting in some more terrifying discovery, overlooking Lisa while dealing with it intensely.
Like the scene just now when "Engraving Wisdom" manifested, mentioning similar situations.
Ultimately, the possibility exists that Cass genuinely didn’t notice.
Sounds outrageous at first glance, but perhaps combining with Lisa’s worries—there is indeed a more serious issue with Cass himself, losing the capability to diagnose Lisa.
Undoubtedly, this indicates a more unfavorable situation.
"Did I guess wrong? Cass’s situation is actually severe, hurriedly dismissing me?"
Even due to Fu Qian’s statement, a short silence enveloped Professor Lisa afterward, she seemingly realized a similar bleak prospect.
"Can’t be ruled out."
Professor Fu’s stubborn adherence to truth continued, nodding in agreement.