Then let them offer their loyalty!

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Lari's loyalty is not increasing as quickly as before.

Previously, each victory would increase loyalty by 3 points, but lately it's only increasing by 1 or 2 points per day.

It even stopped moving after reaching 29 points.

And that's not all. I wonder if I used up all my luck before. The "memory fragments" I've obtained recently have been almost entirely worthless.

Most of the scenes involve Laura taking a bath, comforting herself, and peeping at her followers having sex, while she talks to herself and makes comments...

The only valuable thing was that Qiu Tu unexpectedly discovered several of La Riluo's hidden cards.

Knowing that the New Territories would be the next area the shelter would reclaim, Lariel also prepared several backup plans for herself.

In addition to developing followers in the New Territories, she has also secretly arranged for followers to expand their influence in disaster zones over the years.

Like the anti-government armed group "United Front" that Qiu Tu first came into contact with; the extremist sect "Destruction Sect" that recently infiltrated the New Territories; and the "New Democratic Army" that believes in an evil god and has occupied dozens of cities and formed a force to be reckoned with; her followers have all climbed to middle-level positions.

Qiu Tu speculated that the reason why the "Destruction Cult" and the "New Democratic Army" were so active in the New Territories during this period was likely related to the fall of La Riluo.

—Her hidden followers have tried to contact her in the past month or two, but have been unable to reach her.

The investigation later revealed that she had perished, which is why they began to guide their own faction to investigate in the New Territories.

Thinking about it, and recalling what they had gained from La Riluo over the past few days, Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei began to follow La Riluo's guidance, searching for a suitable place to advance in the "Eastern City Area".

Walking across the desert, Tang Feifei looked ahead and said coldly, "I didn't expect La Riluo to be in your hands."

"Back then, all the factions searched the entire New Territories but couldn't find it."

Tang Feifei clearly wasn't there to interrogate anyone.

After making a remark, she added calmly, "But... be careful about the boundaries and limits of your interactions with these evil gods."

"Colluding with evil gods is a serious crime."

Although she didn't say it very clearly, her murderous expression was enough to prove her thoughts.

Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu smiled and said, "If I'm helping the evil god to gain benefits, then that can be considered collusion."

“But I’m using her to benefit humanity. How can that be called collusion? It should be called…”

Qiu Tu paused for a moment, then said, "Domesticate."

Larilu: ......

"Hey! Do you two think I'm dead?"

"I can hear your discussion!"

Regardless of the species, strength is always the foundation of one's confidence.

This strength can take many forms. It could be one's own combat prowess, money, power, or family background.

However, once they lose their strength, they lose their authority.

Larilu is the same. When she was powerful, she was an evil goddess who toyed with Qiu Tu. Now that she is imprisoned, her personality has become increasingly silly.

Tang Feifei ignored La Riluo's interruption and calmly analyzed for Qiu Tu, "Your idea is correct. But... if your enemy wants to control you, this is the best breakthrough point."

Qiu Tu nodded slightly. He knew Tang Feifei was doing it for his own good. So he didn't argue. After hesitating for a moment, he spoke.

"Actually... besides being the deputy director of the Investigation Bureau, I have another identity."

Upon hearing this, Tang Feifei's eyes flickered slightly, and then she looked at Qiu Tu.

Qiu Tu said, "When Yan Chen pushed me too hard before, I reached an agreement with Dai Yukang. I was given a position in the security department."

"As for La Riluo's matter... Dai Yukang and the security department know about it."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tang Feifei's face immediately showed a hint of realization.

If that's the case, then many of Qiu Tu's intelligence sources can indeed be explained.

Moreover, with Dai Yukang's endorsement, Qiu Tu's act of privately "hiding" La Riluo became legitimate.

Furthermore, now that Qiu Tu has successfully secured the position of ruler of the Lariluo region, there are no longer any hidden dangers in this matter.

Thinking this through, Tang Feifei stopped talking...

But for some reason, she felt that Qiu Tu had become even more mysterious...

Previously, because of the vast difference in their social standing, she always felt that Qiu Tu was her male companion when she was with him, and she was fully aware of everything.

But now... a Tier 3 Cataclysm, a Regional Lord, a prisoner of an evil god, with a security background...

During this period, Qiu Tu is showing her a completely different side of himself...

.......

Time in the real world is the opposite of time in the boundless ocean of the mind.

The real world is in darkness now, but the boundless sea of ​​the mind is in daylight.

The blazing sun hung high in the cloudless sky, pouring down like molten gold, sprinkling golden light on every inch of the sand dunes, making the entire desert seem to be on fire, shimmering with dazzling and scorching light.

The sand dunes stretch endlessly, each with its own unique shape; some spread out gently like waves, while others rise steeply like walls, piercing the sky. The vast sea of ​​sand merges seamlessly with the sky, as if the entire world has been swallowed up by this endless yellow expanse.

Occasionally, a strong wind would blow by, whipping up clouds of yellow sand that would form towering walls of sand that swept across the sky, roaring and unstoppable.

In this desert stretching across nine regions, Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei, guided by La Riluo, trekked...

Along the way, the three occasionally encountered a few tenacious plants—drought-resistant shrubs or herbs—or a few desert lizards that looked up at them before quickly running away...

And so, it took a full three hours to walk.

When they arrived at a hillside, La Riluo, who had been being dragged along by Qiu Tu, finally spoke.

She said, "Let's do it here."

Upon hearing her words, Qiu Tu couldn't help but look around at the situation.

Deserts are not all sand; many deserts also contain small hills or mountain ranges.

Between mountains, flat, dry basins are often safer than deserts in plains.

So Lariluo's choice isn't bad. At least... it's much better than her plan an hour ago to take Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei to a trap.

At that time, when we were passing by a sand dune, Larilu pointed to the dune and said to go that way.

As a result, Qiu Tu had only taken two steps when the "crisis sense" popped up a warning.

Lariluo recognized a trap set by Zhao Ji and was preparing to lure Qiu Tu there.

If we actually fall for the trap and go there, some unimaginable things may happen.

Qiu Tu was not surprised when he received this notification.

After all, although he and Lariro are now "cooperating," they are still essentially enemies.

Especially after Qiu Tu usurped La Riluo's position as the regional lord, their relationship became one of mortal enemies.

Therefore, it's perfectly normal for Larilu to want to harm him.

But... at that moment, something unexpected happened to Qiu Tu.

While he was lost in his thoughts, suddenly, the "crisis countdown" ended automatically and turned into a treasure chest.

This means the crisis has passed.

Immediately afterwards, Larilu also suddenly said that she had given the wrong directions and that they should take another route.

Moreover, Qiu Tu's "Loyalty Game" suddenly displayed a notification: La Riluo's loyalty +3, now her loyalty is 32.

To be honest, Qiu Tu was genuinely surprised at that moment.

But he pretended not to know anything and followed Lariro's advice, changing his route.

During the rest of the trip, Qiu Tu also carefully considered La Riluo's change.

First, he could confirm that... Larilu was unaware of the existence of her cheat ability.

After all, if she could have sensed it, Qiu Tu would never have been able to fool her like this.

So, her sudden change of heart and decision not to betray Qiu Tu likely stems from realizing something crucial.

And... her loyalty level had been stuck at 29, which was obviously because of this.

This is just like when Tan Huimin didn't trust Qiu Tu at all, so no matter how much the "loyalty game" was used to test her loyalty, her loyalty wouldn't increase at all.

Qiu Tu was very curious about La Ri Luo, wondering what had caused her loyalty to be stalled, and what had made her feel relieved.

But because time was of the essence and Tang Feifei was also present, he didn't feel comfortable asking any further questions.

I can only keep this matter to myself for now and study it properly after I advance to the fourth rank.

And so... after selecting the address for promotion.

Qiu Tu handed the "Soul Shackle Altar" containing La Riluo to Tang Feifei, and then said to Tang Feifei, "Feifei, I'm about to advance to the fourth rank."

"I'm sorry to trouble you with things outside."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tang Feifei's wheat-colored face remained unchanged, only her eyes flickered slightly.

Then she nodded slightly and whispered four words, "Be careful."

Qiu Tu smiled and agreed, then dug a hole in the hill.

Several calamity arrays for alert, defense, and attack have been set up outside.

He took all of this from the Investigation Department by abusing his power.

The process of advancing to the fourth-tier Cataclysm can be interrupted, although it will result in a backlash and a loss of some strength.

But when faced with danger, Qiu Tu still doesn't hesitate at all.

So even if you trust Tang Feifei completely, you still need to take necessary safety precautions.

After doing all this, Qiu Tu sat cross-legged in the cave, his palms facing the sky, completely releasing himself from the suppression of the false "Lord of the Region"!

The next second! Qiu Tu felt a tremendous force explode from his body! Then it surged wildly towards his soul!

At that moment, his entire soul and consciousness seemed to fall into a state of ethereal tranquility, and all external perceptions vanished!

Meanwhile!

The moment Qiu Tu advanced to the fourth-tier Cataclysm, a strange phenomenon suddenly appeared in the sky above this small mountain!

Beneath the sun, moon, and stars, two mythical figures with heads of two snakes intertwined at the waist stand tall and upright!

Meanwhile, outside the cave, Tang Feifei, who was standing on guard on the hillside, and La Ri Luo in her hand, both noticed the strange phenomenon that day! So they couldn't help but look up.

Upon seeing the magnificent yet eerie phantom of the laws before them, the two reacted differently.

Larilu sat on the altar, swinging her little feet, and said nonchalantly, "What? Qiu Tu is also a Cataclysmic Being of the 'Life-Reproduction' pathway?"

"You actually came with me?"

After all, the scene of the man and woman intertwined did indeed resemble a scene of reproduction.

However... Tang Feifei, who was familiar with the myths and legends before the cataclysm, kept her eyes sparkling.

Because... she saw that the two-headed, snake-bodied figures within that illusory image of the law were not simply existing.

The towering male phantom on the left holds a carpenter's square, while the towering female phantom on the right holds a compass!

It's as if it's measuring the order of this world!

'A depiction of Nuwa and Fuxi?! The rules of heaven and earth?!'

While still surprised, Tang Feifei finally confirmed Qiu Tu's method of causing the catastrophe...

'So, Qiu Tu is a Cataclysmic Agent of the Order Path!'

'However... what exactly is his branch of the path? How could he bear such a massive phantom of a law...?'

Suddenly, Tang Feifei seemed to remember something, and her hands involuntarily clenched.

In that instant, she suddenly understood why Qiu Tu's strength had improved so quickly, and why he insisted on hiding himself to advance to the fourth-tier Cataclysm!

Reach the pinnacle of humanity! Lead humankind to reshape the order of this world!

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