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The only problem was that Qiu Tu reminded him that he shouldn't have felt so guilty just now.

Anyway, I met Qiu Tu first, so what's wrong with sleeping with Qiu Tu first?

The truth is on my side!

Thinking this way, Lariluo suddenly felt justified.

At this moment, Qiu Tu watched La Riluo's retreating figure and smiled silently.

He felt that Larilu wasn't that stupid; she knew he hadn't told the truth.

In fact, Qiu Tu's first reaction was to use the same excuse he had just given to fob off Zhao Ji.

However, he knew that with Zehime's perceptive mind, she must have discovered the closer relationship between him and Larilu, which was why she was angry. So, he ultimately didn't choose to make excuses, but instead used another method: a reasonable reason + diverting her attention.

He told Zhao Ji that he and La Ri Luo had indeed gotten closer these past few days, but there was a reason for it.

While in a hurry to go into seclusion, Qiu Tu discovered that La Riluo seemed to have some health problems.

He initially didn't know what had happened, so he could only find excuses to check Lariro's body every night.

Before he could even diagnose Lariel's problem, he suddenly noticed that Jasmine seemed unusually concerned about Lariel. And this concern even surpassed her concern for Zehime.

He suspected that Jasmine was probably plotting something, and Larilu was likely part of it.

What Qiu Tu was talking about was the intelligence he had collected over this period of time.

In contrast, Zhao Ji knew even more details than he did. Therefore, Zhao Ji immediately believed Qiu Tu's story.

And attention was diverted to Lariro's physical condition.

Furthermore, Zhao Ji was unaware that La Ri Luo had broken the "mutual perception" between the two, which allowed perception to be delayed, which is why Qiu Tu was able to smooth things over so easily.

Of course... more importantly: Qiu Tu and La Ri Luo have always had a very ambiguous relationship, and Zhao Ji has long been used to it.

To be honest, if Lariluo hadn't acted so nervous and guilty just now, and if the conversation between the group hadn't gone too far, Qiu Tu wouldn't have even needed to cover this up.

Qiu Tu even suspected that Zhao Ji didn't care about this matter at all. She just wanted to see his attitude.

Thinking this, Qiu Tu slowly brought his thoughts back to the present.

In fact, even without his intervention, he planned to inform Lady Zhao about Larilu's situation after she emerged from seclusion.

After all... Zhao Ji is now a fourth-level God King, and her true strength has even reached the level of a Guardian God King.

With Qiu Tu's cooperation, the two have begun to have the ability to compete with high-level god-kings.

'It's time to investigate how Xiaola was born, and what Jasmine is plotting.'

Right now, the "Immortal Tomb" is stirring up trouble in the "West," and the "Destruction Tyrant" is on his way. The entire "West" is about to face chaos.

This might be a good opportunity for the two of them to take advantage of the situation...

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but look westward towards the "Chaotic Western Capital." Elena was urging him to exchange prisoners, so he and his companions could take a trip there...

.....

Meanwhile, in Qiu Tu's bedroom.

Having just successfully advanced, Zhao Ji sat cross-legged, quietly consolidating her realm.

In fact, normally speaking, with Zhao Ji's talent, she wouldn't need to stabilize her cultivation level at all. And given her temperament, even if she needed to stabilize her cultivation level, she should have done so before leaving the room.

But... she really couldn't help herself just now.

She had finally finished accumulating knowledge, her thoughts had just returned, and she was in a state of tranquility, preparing for the final push.

At this point, the deity is actually one foot in a new realm, and their spiritual energy fluctuations are at their most intense.

So, during the fluctuation of her mental energy, she happened to overhear the conversation between Qiu Tu, La Riluo, and Zhiyan and her daughter.

To be honest, she always thought she had a good temperament and wouldn't be influenced by external things.

But only heaven knows how intensely her emotions were at that moment!

It was precisely because of the intense fluctuations in her mind that she couldn't suppress her cultivation level and erupted without being fully prepared.

Although she successfully advanced, her position is indeed somewhat unstable, and she needs to spend another half a day to make up for it.

What surprised her even more was that... normally, she should have stabilized her cultivation level before going out to meet the others.

As a result, she couldn't even hold back for a second after successfully advancing, and immediately stepped out.

Even without looking in a mirror, she knew her face must have looked terrible.

But Larilu's unusual guilty conscience seemed to prove that her "worries" were indeed true.

Don't forget... she and Qiu Tu actually have no relationship whatsoever now. It's always been La Riluo pursuing Qiu Tu, while she's shown him no interest whatsoever.

So what is Larilu feeling guilty about?

Fortunately, Qiu Tu came to his defense at this moment.

Although that explanation only further proved that the relationship between the two had progressed rapidly in the past two days.

But... for some reason, after learning that the two of them were not really together, Zhao Ji finally felt relieved.

Only then did she belatedly realize that Larilu was still bound by her seal and restraint. In the first place, nothing could have happened between her and Qiu Tu.

Having calmed her mind, she returned without any worries to consolidate her cultivation level.

However, while stabilizing her realm, she suddenly discovered an even more important problem:

Why should I worry about what might happen between Qiu Tu and La Ri Luo?

From what standpoint should I listen to Qiu Tu's explanation?

Zeki was a very perceptive person.

After making this discovery, she discovered something "terrifying":

Perhaps she has been deceiving herself all along?

Could she... actually have feelings for Qiu Tu?

Thinking of this, Zhao Ji had no time to care about the matter between Qiu Tu and La Ri Luo. Her own mind began to fluctuate wildly...

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Chapter 815 Zhao Ji: Qiu Tu has been using me all these years (Seeking monthly votes)

Having been a goddess in two lifetimes, and both times standing at the forefront of the times, Zhao Ji's mind has always been very firm.

But at this moment, she began to have some doubts about her past experiences.

Could it be that... the reason I was so resolute before was simply because I hadn't encountered someone with superior skills?

Qiu Tu's methods were too sophisticated, so he was unwittingly manipulated by him.

Otherwise, given her closed-off and love-locked personality, how could she have fallen for him for no reason?

Thinking this, Zhao Ji's mind fluctuated even more violently, and even her already somewhat unstable realm began to loosen.

But at this moment, she couldn't care less about her cultivation level. She knew that with her talent, even if her strength was truly compromised, she could recover. However, if her mental state was compromised, then this life, the next life, and even her future might be ruined.

The destruction of the body cannot stop a true god, but the destruction of the heart may truly destroy a god.

So she suppressed her emotions and began to think rapidly, recalling all the moments she had shared with Qiu Tu over the years.

From their initial wariness upon first meeting in "Dongcheng City," to their mutual exploitation, then their growing cooperation, and finally their current reliance on each other and working together...

As each detail unfolded, Zhao Ji's expression kept changing.

Thanks to the god's infinite memory, almost every moment the two spent together was shown to Zehime like a movie.

Although Qiu Tu possessed the "Emotional Handbook," was familiar with women's various weaknesses, and had reached a state of perfection in communication skills, over the years, he would inevitably slip up or reveal some clues.

These clues and traces would be difficult to spot under normal circumstances, but they are easy to discover when Zehime traces them back in chronological order.

Therefore, Zhao Ji soon discovered that Qiu Tu was flattering her, deliberately praising her, enticing her with benefits, and "coercing" her with La Ri Luo.

The expression on her face began to grow increasingly ugly and cold.

But more importantly... her heart was aching more and more.

Goodwill and affection are feelings, and the use of tactics doesn't make them fake. On the contrary, it is precisely because Zhao Ji used various tactics that her growing goodwill and affection for Qiu Tu over the years seems all the more real and profound.

However, compared to natural affection and liking, these methods inevitably seem a bit deliberate, making the relationship seem somewhat impure.

Moreover, Qiu Tu used all sorts of means not only to win Zhao Ji's favor.

Looking back over the years, it's clear that Qiu Tu has been using Zhao Ji to obtain the benefits he desires...

This added even more impurities to this already impure relationship.

Therefore, at that moment, Zhao Ji's eyes were like a deep, icy pool in an abyss, profound and cold, radiating a chilling aura that could freeze a person to death....

After all, if she had naturally fallen for Qiu Tu, she would have felt bad, but at most she would only blame herself. But now she realizes it was all a setup...

She felt only lingering fear.

And then, thinking back to Qiu Tu and La Riluo's intimate playful banter and ambiguous relationship, as well as the women Qiu Tu has had over the years with whom he has had unclear relationships, she couldn't help but think about it.

The aura emanating from Zehime was so intense it seemed capable of freezing people to death...

'Perhaps... I should have killed him the first time I saw him in "East City"...'

Otherwise, things wouldn't be in this situation now....

Thinking this, Zhao Ji took a deep breath, her eyes filled with hatred and murderous intent...

However, the Zhao Ji of this time was no longer the Zhao Ji of the past.

Having figured out the reason for her change in mindset, she knew that the problem that had been troubling her was no longer there.

Her most important task now is to stabilize her cultivation level.

We'll deal with the rest once her cultivation level is stable.

As for how to solve it?

At worst... I'll just cut him down with one sword.

Men will only slow down her sword-drawing speed!

Thinking this, Zhao Ji's eyes grew even darker.

Sitting on the floor of Qiu Tu's bedroom, Zhao Ji closed her eyes with a cold expression and began to rapidly stabilize her cultivation level...

.....

Meanwhile, in the second bedroom of Qiu Tu's courtyard.

Qiu Tu was unaware that Zhao Ji had finally realized something was wrong and, through investigation, had uncovered his schemes over the years.

After watching Lariro leave, he also left the courtyard, preparing to go find Elena.

He sought out Elena for two main reasons.

Firstly, it was to express gratitude to Elena for covering up Zehime's presence.

Secondly, they discussed the upcoming prisoner exchange.

The God King's flying speed was still very fast, so in just a few minutes, Qiu Tu flew to the main hall of the "God of Wine Kingdom".

Sensing Qiu Tu's presence, Qing'e stepped out to greet him early on.

Upon seeing Qiu Tu, she greeted him first, then asked, "Lord Qiu Tu, are you here to request an audience with His Majesty?"

Qiu Tu responded and then said, "Yes. I've come here to discuss the exchange of prisoners with Her Majesty Elena."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Qing'e nodded and said, "Then, Lord Qiu Tu, this way please."

Seeing that Qing'e hadn't gone in to report, Qiu Tu didn't show it on his face, but he couldn't help but be a little surprised.

However, Qing'e seemed to see his confusion, so she smiled and said, "My lord, there's no need to be surprised. Lady Elena just gave the order today."

"From now on, whenever you come to see her, you don't need to announce yourself. Just take her in directly."

At this point, Qing'e paused for a moment, then added with a slight smile, "Such an honor has not been bestowed upon a God-King in nearly a hundred years."

Qiu Tu was slightly taken aback, then asked, "Neither Chong Shi, Hua Wanwan, nor other high-ranking officials?"

Qing'e shook her head. "No."