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"My relationship with Yaoqin God King is completely innocent. There is no romantic relationship between us."
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zhu Wu turned around immediately, expressing her contempt for Qiu Tu through her actions.
Qiu Tu: ....
Qiu Tu lightly tapped Zhu Wu's snake head, then explained to Qing Lan, "Zhu Wu wasn't wrong."
"The world coordinates were indeed provided to me by Yaoqin."
"After all, she's been in the Starforge pantheon for centuries. Nothing, big or small, can escape her notice."
"Let alone the world coordinates of these seven 'underground divine kingdoms,' she knows exactly the color of the underwear of each of the seven goddess queens' in those 'divine kingdoms.'"
Qinglan rolled her eyes at Qiu Tu, then said irritably, "You're probably the only one who would be interested in this."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu was about to retort with a laugh when Zhu Wu suddenly spoke up, reminding him, "By the way, the Star Forging God-King is a God-King of the 'Order Path'."
"The god-kings of this path are all notorious old schemers and fortune tellers."
"After sending Yaoqin and Tanglang, He will most likely estimate the time."
"If Yaoqin and Tanglang haven't repaired the 'World Passage' by the appointed time, He will most likely become alert."
"even...."
At this point, Zhu Wu paused, then glanced at Qiu Tu with her clear yellow snake eyes and said, "This is very likely a conspiracy."
Perhaps afraid of misinterpreting something, she explained, "I didn't mean Yaoqin was a spy."
“What I mean is… the Western God King, Tiannu, knows your skills with women, and given his personality, he will definitely remind the Star Forger God King.”
"Judging from the information you've sent back these past two days, Yaoqin is clearly a woman with strong desires."
"Under these circumstances, the Star Forger God King still chose to have Yaoqin carry out this task."
"I can't help but suspect... there might be some kind of conspiracy involved. For example... he might be deliberately trying to make Yaoqin betray him so that he can easily get rid of you all."
At this point, Candle Dance paused for a moment, then continued, "If we consider this perspective, then the Star Forger God-King may have already made preparations to relocate the 'Underground Divine Kingdom' long ago."
Qiu Tu smiled upon hearing this.
He shook his head and retorted, "I've also considered that question."
"It is very likely that the Star Forging God King's arrangement of Yaoqin here is part of another conspiracy."
"But no matter what conspiracy or intention he may have, he could not possibly move the 'Underground Kingdom' away."
Seeing a hint of doubt in Zhuwu She's eyes, Qiu Tu pointed out the problem incisively, "The reason is very simple—this is an unexpected event."
Candle Dance understood almost immediately. She nodded, somewhat realizing, "Yes. The Western God King repairing the 'World Passage' and then escaping was a sudden event."
"The Star Forger God King did not know in advance that such a thing would happen, so he was unable to make arrangements in advance."
"Relocating the divine kingdom is a massive undertaking. Even if He works at a rapid pace, He can only change the location of three or four 'underground divine kingdoms' in seven days at most."
As she said this, Zhuwu couldn't help but recall what Qiu Tu had just said: "Even if only two or three of these 'underground divine kingdoms' have the correct coordinates."
In that instant, she couldn't help but glance at Qiu Tu.
I've known my godfather for a few months now. Although I've always known that he's meticulous and calculating, leaving no stone unturned.
But when she discovered that Qiu Tu had even calculated such a small detail in his plan in advance, Zhu Wu was still a little amazed.
At this moment, perhaps noticing Zhu Wu's surprised look, Qiu Tu added with a smile,
"Actually... although I did some calculations, to be honest, I really don't think the Star Forger would make such an arrangement in advance."
Qiu Tu said frankly, "It was an accident that Xiao Yuanyao came into this world. And it was also an accident that she could be used by me."
"The invading world just happened to encounter an invasion by a 'Chaos God-King,' and that 'Chaos God-King' wasn't insane; instead, he formed a cooperation with Yaoqin to invade his own world...?"
"The probability of that is too low."
"If I were the Star Forger King, I probably wouldn't consider such an extreme event."
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zhu Wu nodded slightly.
Qiu Tu's analysis was logical and well-founded, and after listening to it, Zhu Wu had no more doubts.
Based on her experience in both lifetimes, she felt that barring any unforeseen circumstances, the crisis of the God King's descent would soon be resolved.
Of course. Even though the crisis for the God King has been resolved, the "Boundless Heart Sea" has already been discovered by the "Battlefield of the Gods".
Once the world coordinates are exposed, it will only attract more and more God-Kings.
Therefore... improving our strength as soon as possible is the most urgent task.
With that in mind, Zhuwu didn't waste any more words. She greeted Qiu Tu and left Mandala City with Qinglan to advance to the eighth rank.
As they left the city lord's mansion, Zhu Wu, whose hair was still tied up in Qing Lan's hair as a hair tie, couldn't help but look back at the mansion.
Through those high walls, she seemed to see Qiu Tu continuing his schemes.
In a daze, she couldn't help but recall the brilliant era of her past life.
'Were there such outstanding deities in my own time?'
Several figures flashed through Zhu Wu's mind, but she quickly eliminated them all.
Because... she felt that even the most brilliant and talented person was still a little short of Qiu Tu.
'Indeed, every era has its own protagonist...'
......
After seeing Qinglan and Zhuwu off, Qiu Tu took his teacup and went to the window. He looked at the scenery outside the window while pondering.
In fact... when making a plan: the fewer steps, the higher the success rate; and the less subjective action, the higher the success rate.
In the end, Qiu Tu only made one arrangement for such a large counterattack plan: to give Xiao Yuanyao the coordinates of the "underground divine kingdom".
Everything else... was done by Xiao Yuanyao and the Chaotic God Kings themselves.
It is precisely because there are few steps involved, and the plan mainly relies on the "Chaos Gods" to act spontaneously, that Qiu Tu is relatively confident in the success rate of this plan.
Thinking this, he took a sip of tea and then pulled himself back to his senses.
Coming to his senses, Qiu Tu put down his teacup and finally prepared to attend to his second task for the evening: Heavenly King Zhiyan.
Before meeting Yaoqin, Qiu Tu didn't actually have a specific impression of the Western God King Tiannu.
After all, compared to Baiyi's forbearance and Takikawa Ei's arrogance, Tennu seemed rather unassuming and low-key.
Unexpectedly, the "God King Incident" not only saved him from disaster, but also seemed to have caused many changes because of him.
This person is definitely not as simple as I think....
'He's probably still plotting something.'
Thinking this, Qiu Tu called over a maid and then instructed, "Have Heavenly King Zhiyan come to my study to find me."
"Yes." The maid gave a slight bow and quickly agreed.
After making the arrangements, Qiu Tu walked to his study.
After sitting in the study for a while, Heavenly King Zhiyan arrived gracefully.
Even though she is already a mother, Heavenly King Zhiyan's figure remains graceful, like a willow branch swaying in the wind. Her eyes, when they sparkle, reveal a touch of mature womanly charm.
Qiu Tu's gaze lingered on Heavenly King Zhiyan for a moment, then he gestured to the sofa and said, "Sit."
Zhiyan walked over and sat down. Then she looked up at Qiu Tu and asked, "The Speaker summoned me here this time, surely because of Tiannu?"
To become a pillar of the Second Shelter, to step forward and turn the tide when humanity is in its most perilous moment, is certainly not solely due to her beauty.
Therefore, when she learned that Qiu Tu had summoned her, she already had a general idea in mind and made preparations in advance.
Qiu Tu glanced admiringly at Zhiyan, the Heavenly King, and thought to himself, 'That's the advantage of a young married woman. She knows exactly what to do with her body with just a pat on the backside.'
As he thought about it, Qiu Tu nodded.
He sat half-reclined on the desk, looking at King Zhiyan at a 45-degree angle, and then said, "Yes. This matter has made me very interested in Heavenly Wrath."
"I want to know some information about him from you."
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Heavenly King Zhiyan brushed a stray hair behind her ear and smiled gently, "Speaker, please ask whatever you wish. I will answer to the best of my knowledge."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu smiled and said, "Then I'll have to trouble you, Sister Zhiyan."
Qiu Tu's nickname for Zhiyan Heavenly King was given to him when he first met her; it carried a hint of ambiguity and a touch of flirtation. But... it suited the night perfectly.
Upon hearing this, Heavenly King Zhiyan blushed slightly, feeling somewhat embarrassed and annoyed.
Summoned to the study late at night, a man and a woman alone in the same room, there was already a hint of ambiguity, and Qiu Tu even made flirtatious remarks, wasn't he deliberately trying to seduce her?
Just then, as Zhiyan was thinking this, Qiu Tu walked over, took out a cigarette, and put one in his mouth.
Then he walked up to Heavenly King Zhiyan, lowered his head and approached her, "Heavenly King, may I borrow a light?"
Looking at Qiu Tu's face so close, smelling his pleasant scent, and feeling his breath, Heavenly King Zhiyan: ....
She doesn't have any fire. But luckily, her cataclysmic abilities are related to fire, so she extends her index finger.
So the next second, a flame appeared and ignited the cigarette in Qiu Tu's mouth.
At their closest point, Qiu Tu's lips and Zhi Yan's hand were less than a few centimeters apart. Their faces were practically touching. This instantly intensified the ambiguous atmosphere in the room.
Although she knew Qiu Tu was deliberately flirting with her, at that moment, Zhiyan Tianwang's heartbeat and breathing still became a little rapid.
At this moment, amidst the swirling smoke, Qiu Tu also spoke.
He narrowed his eyes, staring at Heavenly King Zhiyan, and then asked, "Heavenly King, what is your opinion of Heavenly Wrath?"
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Heavenly King Zhiyan slowly came back to her senses.
She probably didn't expect Qiu Tu to flirt with her like that, and then suddenly bring up serious business. So it took her a full two seconds to react.
She slowly settled into her work mode, then looked up at Qiu Tu standing before her, her brow slightly furrowed, and replied, "Tian Nu is a typical God-King of the 'Order' pathway."
"He is insidious, cunning, and fond of scheming."
"Moreover, he is very self-centered and ambitious. Over the years, he seems to have never truly trusted anyone."
"He was like a lone wolf on the grassland, always on high alert."
"But it is precisely this loneliness that gives him a strong sense of self-esteem and a desire for recognition from others. This makes his personality very contradictory."
Qiu Tu was indeed surprised by Zhiyan's evaluation of Tiannu: he thought Zhiyan would say something nice about Tiannu.
Thinking this, he couldn't help but glance at Zhiyan. The young woman's face was like a peach blossom in full bloom in spring, but it was expressionless.
It's like talking about someone you don't even like.
Seeing this, Qiu Tu hesitated for a moment before tentatively asking, "The Heavenly King doesn't like him?"
Upon hearing this, Zhiyan was slightly taken aback, and she almost instantly understood what Qiu Tu meant.
So she looked up at Qiu Tu and explained, "It doesn't matter whether I like it or not."
"My marriage to him was a political mission in itself."
"We use him, and he uses us."
"Although, at the very beginning, I was indeed attracted by his strength and talent."
“But…” Zhiyan paused for a moment, then said, “In the process of spending time with him, I learned some secrets.”
"This immediately dispelled my fascination with this person, and I could no longer like him."
This was exactly what Qiu Tu wanted to hear. So he couldn't help but ask, "What secret?"
Heavenly King Zhiyan lowered her head, took a deep breath, and then said softly, "The 'Cataclysm of the Gods' two hundred years ago—he was actually the culprit."
"Is Heaven's Wrath the coolest thing ever?" Qiu Tu blinked, then asked curiously, "What makes you say that?"
Zhiyan said softly, "Actually... the reason why the Star Forging God King and the others were hunting down the gods of the 'Boundless Heart Sea' was because Heavenly Wrath was guiding them."
She said, "After discovering the 'World Passage,' Tiannu and the first group of gods left the 'Boundless Heart Sea.'"
While the other gods went out to gain experience, he chose to learn about the rules and forces of the "Celestial Battlefield."
"Thus, he quickly discovered the behemoth-level organization, the Temple of Order."
He tentatively approached them and sought to join. And... he actually succeeded.
Qiu Tu was stunned for a moment.
He stubbed out his cigarette, walked behind Heavenly King Zhiyan, placed his hand on her shoulder, and while increasing physical contact with her, asked thoughtfully, "Is it that easy to join the 'Temple of Order'?"