Then let them offer their loyalty!

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To be honest, Qiu Tu was genuinely tempted after hearing Princess Huiming's conditions.

The core reason is that he suddenly realized that Princess Huiming was right! His current position and status in the "Royal Court" have long surpassed those in the "Temple of Order".

He'd already gotten all the benefits. Under these circumstances, why would he continue to risk his life for the "Temple of Order"?

However, although he had made a preliminary decision in his mind, he also knew the principle that "you get what you pay for."

Therefore, he deliberately showed a hesitant expression before speaking, "Your Highness has keen eyes and can surely see that I am not having a good time in the Temple of Order. Otherwise, I would not have been sent to carry out this mission with a high risk of death."

"So...I am personally very satisfied with your terms."

"But... as you know, I'm not alone. So I need to ask my companions."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Princess Huiming frowned almost imperceptibly. "Is that the God King who killed the Berserker with a single sword strike?"

“Exactly.” Qiu Tu nodded.

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Princess Huiming couldn't help but picture a man wielding a long sword, looking down with disdain, who then shredded the Berserker God King and his axe into ashes with a single strike.

Because she mistook that person for Qiu Tu, Princess Huiming developed a strong interest in Qiu Tu.

Now that she has confirmed Qiu Tu's identity, she has a rough idea that the person in question is likely someone else entirely.

'I wonder what kind of person could possess such heroic bearing.'

'Or perhaps... that's actually Qiu Tu's true form? And he's just using this as a delaying tactic?'

Although he was skilled in political maneuvering, Huiming did not actually like to speculate or think too much about these trivial matters.

She acts domineeringly; as long as everything continues to unfold according to her plan, that's enough. Whether there are any changes along the way is actually irrelevant.

Thinking this, Princess Huiming came back to her senses, her gaze returning to Qiu Tu with an undeniable air of authority. "I can give you time to discuss this. However, my patience is limited."

“Of course.” Qiu Tu bowed slightly. “I will give Your Highness an answer as soon as I contact my companions.”

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Princess Hui gave a faint "hmm" in agreement.

However, upon hearing her agreement, a strange light flashed in Qiu Tu's eyes.

The reason is simple... Besides buying himself time, another purpose he asked was to test Princess Huiming.

You should know that Qiu Tu has been trying to contact Zhao Ji for three days, but he has been unable to reach her.

Qiu Tu was actually worried that Princess Huiming had acted first and captured Zhao Ji.

However, judging from Princess Kaname's reaction, Princess So-hime has not fallen into Princess Kaname's hands.

Therefore, there is only one possibility for why Lady Zhaoji "disappeared".

'Has Sister Zhaoji broken through to a higher level?'

'Previously, she was probably stuck at the peak of the fourth-level God King realm, a half-step Guardian God King.'

'After this breakthrough in seclusion, I should officially become the Guardian God-King.'

'With her strength and talent, we won't be helpless even against high-level God-Kings!'

Thinking this, Qiu Tu felt much more relaxed.

So he gave a slight bow to Princess Huiming and prepared to turn and leave.

Just then, he heard the voice of the Star Gazing God King, "Wait."

Qiu Tu paused, then turned to look at her.

The Star Gazing Goddess's deep eyes seemed to see right through people's hearts. She gave Qiu Tu a deep look, then stretched out her hand, and the next second, a completely black token engraved with intricate star patterns flew towards Qiu Tu.

Qiu Tu reached out and caught it.

And the voice of the Star Gazing God King rang in his ears.

"This is the Star Gazing Token. With this token, you can come to the Star Gazing Tower to see me, or rather... us, at any time."

Qiu Tu's heart stirred, and he accepted the token.

This token is a gesture of goodwill, a form of surveillance, and a reminder.

"Thank you, Your Highness." Qiu Tu put the token into his pocket, said no more, turned around and strode out of the hall.

After Qiu Tu left, the entire Star Gazing Tower fell silent.

After a moment, looking at the palace gate, Princess Huiming slowly spoke, "Do you think he will agree?"

The Star-Gazing God King remained seated on the futon. Hearing Princess Huiming's words, she softly replied, "He will."

"Because he is a smart man. And smart men always make the right choices."

Upon hearing the Star Gazing God King's words, Princess Huiming remained silent for two seconds before softly uttering a "Hmm...".

"Let's hope so... After all, we still need them for our next plan..."

.......

at the same time.

Leaving the Star Gazing Tower, Qiu Tu boarded the silver chariot he had arrived in, and then, escorted by members of the "Shadow Division," silently disappeared into the shadows outside the imperial city, heading towards the prison city...

The night wind was exceptionally cool, dispersing the starlight from the observatory that clung to him and allowing his nerves, which had been taut from the series of battles, to relax slightly.

He sat atop a silver chariot soaring through the air, gazing down at the brightly lit, yet turbulent, ruined royal city below, lost in thought.

Tonight's meeting with Princess Huiming was truly full of twists and turns.

At first he was calm and confident, then he was apprehensive, and finally he gradually took control of the conversation.

He certainly didn't think it was due to his own great ability or eloquence. Rather, he knew it was Princess Huiming's "sincerity."

Just like Princess Huiming, who knew his identity but had no intention of eliminating him.

In comparison, the relationship between the Stargazing God King and the Radiant Princess is nothing at all.

After all, in a world where everyone has an "alias," it would be strange if Princess Huiming didn't have one.

However, thinking of this, a thoughtful look appeared in Qiu Tu's eyes again.

'Mysterious Path....'

How exactly did Princess Huiming manage to do that?

If the "Stargazing God-King" is her true form, then how did her avatar become a high-level God-King of the "Destruction Path"?

What secret is she hiding?

Thinking of this, Qiu Tu's gaze became profound.

He took out the star-gazing token and gently twirled it between his fingers. The cool touch gradually calmed his chaotic thoughts.

'Furthermore... Princess Huiming's true form is "mystery," the cloud cat who signed the contract with her is "order," the Tyrant of Destruction is "destruction," and Princess Xingyue is "immortal"...'

Within the royal family that "destroyed the royal court," four of the six pathways have already been established....

Is this really a coincidence?

Perhaps because he learned too many secrets today, Qiu Tu, who originally felt that the road ahead was very clear, suddenly felt that the entire "Destruction Royal Court" was shrouded in a thick fog.

'If it's just the Destroyer Tyrant, I feel that the "Destroyer Royal Court" was most likely tricked by the "Immortal Heavenly Tomb."'

'But with Princess Huiming involved... it's still unclear who's scheming against whom in this collaboration...'

Meanwhile, Qiu Tu was deep in thought.

Suddenly, Qiu Tu snapped back to his senses and looked up at the location of the "World Passage" in the east.

Just now, the communication methods he set up inside and outside the "World Corridor" were activated.

'Could it be... that Sister Zhaoji has returned?'

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but smile.

I wonder if her promotion went smoothly this time.

'Have you successfully broken through to the level of Guardian God King?'

Thinking this, Qiu Tu sat on the silver chariot and said, "Change course... to the World Passage."

Upon hearing his words, the silver chariot traced a graceful fan shape in the air before heading towards the "World Passage"...

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Chapter 916 Zhao Ji: This woman is a formidable enemy (Seeking monthly votes)

The silver chariot sped through the skies above the "Destruction Court" and soon arrived outside the massive, distorting vortex of light and shadow in the "World Passage".

The car door opened, and Qiu Tu, dressed in black and wearing a silver mask, slowly stepped out.

"Lord Silver Face."

The Ghost-Faced God King, who had been waiting there, hurriedly came forward. His hideous mask looked even more eerie under the light emanating from the world passage.

Qiu Tu's gaze lingered on him for a moment, then he nodded slightly.

Qiu Tu had been openly setting up the secret code for meeting with Zhao Ji inside and outside the "World Passage," so the Shadow Division was clearly notified immediately after the mark was triggered.

Ghost Face had recently gotten into serious trouble and was now at the point of redemption, so after receiving the notification, he ran even faster than Qiu Tu.

Just as Qiu Tu was thinking this, Ghost Face spoke up.

He looked at Qiu Tu and then carefully said, "My lord, the mark you left seems to have been triggered by 'Qiu Tu'."

Qiu Tu hummed in agreement again, then asked, "Is it an imprint inside the 'World Passage' or on the outside?"

The Ghost-Faced God King said, "External."

After he finished speaking, he paused for a moment, and then said, "Qiu Tu... is likely very wary because of the last roundup."

"So, I'd like to arrange to meet you outside, sir."

Qiu Tu nodded slightly, indicating his agreement with the Ghost Face God King's analysis.

Moreover... this suited his purposes perfectly.

Although Princess Huiming made it sound nice, offering to recruit him and giving him ample freedom, Qiu Tu remained skeptical of her sincerity.

After all, putting yourself in their shoes, if Qiu Tu were Princess Huiming, she could make any promise she wanted, but she certainly wouldn't let me leave.

Therefore, Qiu Tu also wanted to test the sincerity of Princess Huiming.

Moreover... a wise man does not stand under a crumbling wall. Qiu Tu's capture by Princess Hui's order this time was already a major mistake.

Now that he has a chance to make amends and leave this place of trouble, Qiu Tu is naturally going to give it a try.

Thinking this, Qiu Tu looked at the ghost face and said, "Okay, in that case, I'll go out and meet 'Qiu Tu'."

As he spoke, Qiu Tu stepped forward, preparing to pass through the "World Passage" and leave the "Destruction Royal Court".

Just then, Ghost Face hurriedly followed and called out to Qiu Tu.

“Lord Silver Mask… The original plan seemed to be to have the Star Gazer pinpoint Qiu Tu’s location, and then Your Highness would make a move.”

"Now that 'Qiu Tu' has appeared ahead of schedule, should we inform Guan Xing and His Highness?"

Finally, Ghost Face licked his lips, then added casually, "Also... Lord Silver Mask, did you see the Star Gazing God-King when you went to the Star Gazing Tower? Is she... alright?"

Upon hearing Guilian's words, Qiu Tu paused slightly in his steps.

Not to mention, Ghost Face had also forgotten... the reason he fell into the trap this time was entirely because of the "false information" provided by Ghost Face.

If it weren't for Ghost Face's "false information," Qiu Tu probably wouldn't have revealed such a big flaw and been caught by Princess Huiming.

However... thinking about how Ghost Face had been completely manipulated by a maid all these years, without even ever meeting her, yet still receiving all sorts of money and resources, Qiu Tu felt quite sorry for him.

Considering the strange relationship between Guanxing and Huiming, and the fact that Huiming clearly knew that Guilian admired Guanxing and had been deceived by the maid, Qiu Tu felt even more sympathetic towards Guilian.

She secretly fell in love with her boss's alter ego, fantasizing about him countless times over the years, and her boss found out...

Hmm... Qiu Tu feels that Ghost Face really has no future...

Thinking this way, he didn't even have the thought of taking revenge on Ghost Face for harming him.

He shook his head slightly and said, "No need. It's not time to launch the plan yet."

"I'm only going there this time to stabilize the situation first."

After speaking, Qiu Tu glanced at the Ghost Face God King, paused for a moment, and then said, "As for the Star Gazing God King... she just finished her seclusion and is in average condition, so I didn't disturb her much. However... I chatted with her maid for a few more minutes."

Hearing Qiu Tu's answer, Ghost Face God King nodded slightly, and then asked, "When you were discussing the plan, did she mention me?"