Then let them offer their loyalty!

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With that in mind, Qiu Tu decided to start picking the "Flower of the Earth's Vein"!

As a result, just as Qiu Tu was about to make his move!

Suddenly! He felt his heart pounding wildly, as if something bad was about to happen!

Meanwhile, the "crisis sense," which had been silent for a long time, began to frantically bombard Qiu Tu with messages!

"Trigger crisis awareness! Generate a crisis report!"

"The lies you told Zehime did not deceive her."

"From the very beginning, Zeji suspected that Muye had not discovered the 'Yamane' at all, but had discovered another great treasure."

"But because she's not good at interrogation or extracting information, I chose to entrust Muye to you."

"Your lie that 'the bridge of her nose has been taken by the Yaksha of the Hidden Mist Society' did not win her trust."

"But instead of exposing you, she played the long game, deciding to observe you secretly and find that precious treasure."

"So, a few days ago, she followed your trail to Qiming City, discovered the immature ley line flower, and recognized this treasure."

"She didn't make a move that would alert the enemy, but instead quietly lay in wait, waiting for the ley line flower to mature."

"And in order to let Lariel see your true colors, she even brought Lariel to the scene."

"The two sisters are currently hiding nearby, waiting for you to harvest the Leyline Flower. Then, Zhao Ji will behead you."

"Given Zehime's patience, you only have one chance. If you can't persuade her this time, you won't see the sun rise tomorrow..."

"Don't try to challenge her in this state. Your abilities will affect her, but... your strength is so weak that you can't even pose a threat to her."

You have two minutes.

"If you don't make a choice within two minutes, Zehime might still make a move."

"So, make the most of these last two minutes to save yourself."

"Now, the 2-minute countdown begins."

Looking at the endless stream of "essays accusing scumbags" popping up like a screen, Qiu Tu: ......

'Wait a minute, there's a lot of information here, let me sort it out first...'

Thinking this, Qiu Tu pretended to admire the earth vein flower in front of him while his brain worked at high speed.

Zhao Ji is very clever, Qiu Tu knows that.

Moreover, Qiu Tu knew that he had never believed in himself.

But...maybe because everything has been going too smoothly lately;maybe because Zhao Ji has always had a cold face and doesn't show many micro-expressions;

It's also possible that Zhao Ji has been saying some rather childish things lately (which is true), so Qiu Tu genuinely believed that he had tricked Zhao Ji with a "reverse psychology" tactic.

After all, Zhao Ji went into seclusion without saying a word, preparing to fight against a 6th-tier opponent. (Chapter 489)

Looking back now... that was actually the biggest flaw.

I didn't even realize it...

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but feel a little annoyed.

What's even more difficult is... Zhao Ji is truly a patient hunter. She clearly noticed Qiu Tu's problem long ago, but she didn't care at all, going with the flow and watching Qiu Tu's performance.

Only now, with the evidence and the perpetrator caught red-handed, has he begun to harbor murderous intent.

However, it was only this sliver of murderous intent that saved Qiu Tu and gave him a chance to turn the tables.

Thinking this through, Qiu Tu silently pondered how to break the deadlock.

Can we break through with sheer strength?

Although he considered himself quite capable, he still knew there was a huge gap between him and Zhao Ji.

In particular, even the "crisis sense" made it clear that its strength was no match for Zehime.

Then Qiu Tu had no reason to seek death.

How could he win over Consort Zhao with his silver tongue?

Qiu Tu felt that... given Zhao Ji's shrewdness, she would never believe him.

so.....

Thinking this way, Qiu Tu realized that after eliminating all other possibilities, it seemed that only one choice remained before him...

Thinking this through, Qiu Tu glanced at the countdown timer, which showed only "00:47" left, and made a decision.

A look of delight appeared on his face, and then he took out a "Hundred-Eyed Vision" and patted the "Earth Vein Flower" once.

Then, a thought struck him.

The next second, a dark soldier appeared in front of Qiu Tu.

Qiu Tu handed her the "Hundred-Eyed Vision" and said, "Now, head to the 'Eastern City Area' and fetch Princess Lariluo."

"Just tell her I have a surprise for her."

"If she doesn't trust you, give her this 'Hundred-Eyed Vision'."

At this point, Qiu Tu added, "If she believed it, she wouldn't need to bring this out."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, the dark soldier quickly replied, "Yes!"

Immediately afterwards, she took the "Hundred-Eyed Vision" and disappeared into the darkness.

Watching the dark soldiers leave, Qiu Tu, with his hands behind his back, continued to circle around, admiring the "Earth Vein Flower" before him.

Just as he was circling for the third time, suddenly, the figures of Zhao Ji and La Ri Luo appeared out of thin air in the distance.

Zhao Ji held the dark soldier in one hand and played with the "Hundred-Eyed Vision" in the other, looking at Qiu Tu with a strange expression.

La Riluo, on the other hand, looked at Qiu Tu with her eyes sparkling.

Upon seeing the two, Qiu Tu put on his best acting skills, looking at them with a surprised expression and saying, "Xiao La, how come you got here so quickly?"

He paused for a moment, then said awkwardly, "Princess Zhaoji...why are you here too?"

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, La Ri Luo was about to speak.

With a wave of her hand, Zeji moved so fast that only a blur could be seen.

The next second, Larilu cried out in pain, clutching her stomach and kneeling on the ground, her words caught in her throat.

After defeating Larilu in one move, Zhao Ji looked up, coldly stared at Qiu Tu, and said, "Have you had enough of acting?"

Do you really think anyone will believe your clumsy performance?

Qiu Tu glanced at the upper left corner of his field of vision.

"Lariro's loyalty +2, current loyalty 71"

Qiu Tu felt that... there were still people who believed it.

So, feeling somewhat relieved, he said with an innocent expression, "Your Highness, I didn't understand what you meant..."

"What performance? Do you have some misunderstanding about me?"

Zehime glanced at the "Earth's Vein Flower" before her, then asked coldly, "What is this?"

Qiu Tu, "Flower of the Earth's Vein".

Zehime: "How did you get here?"

Qiu Tu, "is a manifestation of the human spirit."

Zehime: "So how did you find out?"

Upon hearing the question, Qiu Tu paused, a hint of hesitation appearing on his face. He seemed to have considered it for a long time before finally speaking, "Mu Ye revealed it."

Zhao Ji chuckled coldly and said, "It's that special cataclysmic material that Mu Ye is looking for, isn't it?"

Qiu Tu closed his eyes, a look of resignation on his face, as if he'd been exposed. "Hmm..."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ji glanced down at La Ri Luo with a blank expression and said, "Now do you believe me?"

"He has only ever been using you and me."

"His so-called feelings for you are all fake."

Upon hearing Zhao Ji's words, La Ri Luo knelt on the ground, clutching her stomach. She looked up at Qiu Tu with her scarlet eyes, her face full of hesitation and confusion.

After a moment, she lowered her head and said, "Sister, he... might have his reasons."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ji chuckled again. Then, with an icy expression, she asked, "Your predicament?"

"He lied to us, used us, and he has his reasons? Don't be so delusional..."

“I really do,” Qiu Tu said.

Zehime: .....

Zhao Ji's expression grew even colder, and then she turned to look at Qiu Tu.

Qiu Tu coughed and then began his performance.

He said, "Your Highness, you are wrong about one thing. I did lie to you, but not to...you."

"I never intended to lie to Princess Lariro."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zhao Ji looked at him coldly, as if to say, "Let's see how you perform." "And the reason?"

Qiu Tu said with a serious expression, "There are two reasons."

"1. It was Princess Larilu and me who mistakenly believed that 'mountain roots' existed in Dongye Prefecture, and thus interfered with your advancement."

“I know your personality well. If I tell you the truth, you might attack Princess Lariro and me in your rage.”

"So... I can only tell you a white lie."

Zhao Ji snorted coldly, and a rare mocking expression appeared on her usually icy face.

Qiu Tu pretended not to see it and continued speaking.

"As for the second reason, it's also very simple..."

"The 'Flower of the Earth' is a priceless treasure. Knowing this, I wanted to offer it to Princess Lariro."

“But… I know you and Princess Lariro don’t have a good relationship. I’m worried you’ll take this treasure away yourself.”

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zhao Ji remained silent, but La Ri Luo blinked, as if she had taken them to heart.

She asked, "Didn't you want to keep this treasure for yourself?"

Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu looked at La Riluo with surprise, "Going it all to yourself?"

"Little La, why should I keep this all to myself?"

Qiu Tu stated firmly, "I don't need the 'Earth's Vein Flower'."

As he spoke, Qiu Tu walked over to the two sisters and drew them a map of the two states.

Then he said, "You see, the areas I control, though scattered, are actually mainly separated by the 'areas' of the two princes." (Chapter 485)

"The 'Heart of the Earth' allows a region to advance, thus elevating a single region to the sixth tier."

"Princess Lariluo has two regions under her control: the East City region and the Sparrow Dance region."

"As long as she advances to the 'Sparrow Dance Zone,' then the 'East City Zone' can be released to me."

"The 'Eastern District' borders the 'New Territories District,' and also borders several districts of Mui Yeh."

"So, if I refine a few areas of Twilight, can I... also achieve a nine-star alignment and meet the requirements for advancing to the 6th rank?"

This was the best solution Qiu Tu could think of in those two minutes.

When you're not facing an enemy, your first priority is survival. After surviving, the next step is to maximize your gains.

Now that it looks like the "Heart of the Earth Vein" is going to be taken away, then... I should at least earn back a few areas and continue the Nine Stars Alignment, right?

Moreover, his own logic was perfectly reasonable.

At this moment, upon hearing Qiu Tu's explanation, La Riluo looked up at Zhao Ji, who was the only one standing there, and said, "Sister, I feel that makes sense."

"If Qiu Tu really gives me the 'Heart of the Earth Veins,' he can achieve the Nine Stars Alignment and meet the requirements for advancing to the 6th rank."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ji took a deep breath, feeling quite disappointed, and then said, "Is it possible that he originally intended to take it all for himself?"

"After all, even if he takes it all for himself, he can still advance to the 6th rank."