Then, Let Them Offer Their Loyalty!

Chapter 1799 - 727: Qiu Tu: It Hurts Me to See You Injured

Just like the matter with Qiu Tu this time.

Faced with Zhao Ji's questioning, he didn't try to forcibly explain: What's the use of explaining? Would Zhao Ji believe him? Over the years, when has Qiu Tu ever been able to deceive Zhao Ji?

Moreover... the most important thing. If he forcibly came up with a reason, how would he undress next time to heal? How would he enjoy the benefits?

So... he spoke not a word about the reasons. Just said he cared about Zhao Ji, felt for Zhao Ji. Seeing Zhao Ji hurt was like having his heart cut by a knife. He directly moved Zhao Ji with genuine feelings.

Even when Zhao Ji later pressed him for answers, he just casually made up a few reasons, and never spoke definitively.

—Anyway, he also said he didn't know the reason. It's all speculation.

Since it's speculation, there are certainly right and wrong answers. If guessed wrong, it can't be counted as him lying.

Moreover, next time while healing, he could undress, could cuddle.

So, facing Zhao Ji's threat, Qiu Tu directly let it go in one ear and out the other, completely unbothered.

After all... a threat without the count of "Three, two, one" is just like her being coquettish to Qiu Tu.

Just like that, after he regained his senses, Qiu Tu naturally moved past the topic.

He seemed to suddenly remember something and said to Zhao Ji, "By the way, Sister Zhao Ji. I still have this."

At this, Qiu Tu took out a Crystal Dice from his pocket.

The Crystal Dice had 12 faces. Each face had a different symbol drawn.

Some symbols resembled three wavy lines akin to waves, some resembled a simplistic "mountain" shape, some like the sun, some like the moon...

Holding the dice felt like holding the entire world in his hand.

Earlier, while Qiu Tu listened to Zhao Ji introduce her best friend halfway, after just obtaining the dice, he hadn't had time to look closely before Yao Qin arrived.

Now that everything settled, he finally had time to examine the dice in his hand and return it to its rightful owner.

And at this moment, upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zhao Ji's gaze involuntarily fell on that dice.

She seemed lost for a moment, and then could not help but think of that lively, vivid young girl in her memory.

No idea how she's been these hundreds of years.

But thinking about their past, Zhao Ji remained silent for a moment, ultimately shook her head, and said, "You keep it as a memento."

"That was all in a past life. It's no longer important."

Upon hearing Zhao Ji's words, Qiu Tu was momentarily stunned.

He keenly sensed a change in Zhao Ji's emotion.

However, he also understood Zhao Ji's personality; if she wanted to speak, she would have long since shared it, and now by not saying anything, she likely didn't want to continue discussing this topic.

Thus he smiled and followed up on Zhao Ji's words, saying, "Thank you then, Sister Zhao Ji."

"I really do like this dice."

Upon finishing, Qiu Tu once more picked up the dice and began scrutinizing it.

Though, unsure of whether the dice affected Zhao Ji's mood.

After quietly watching Qiu Tu play with the dice for a while, Zhao Ji excused herself to go back to cultivation and left the back garden.

Qiu Tu held the dice with a slight curiosity, watching Zhao Ji's silhouette as she departed, feeling that Zhao Ji might have an unusual relationship with that High Order God King from the "Chaos Path."

'High Order God King...'

'Wonder what kind of person he is. Could I perhaps leverage his power...'

Thinking this, Qiu Tu withdrew his thoughts and headed towards his bedroom.

As the actual ruler of the "Boundless Heart Sea," and having established his authority at last month's banquet, Qiu Tu had already formed actual governance over the powers within the "Boundless Heart Sea."

Therefore, requisitioning a City Lord Mansion was trivial.

In fact, upon learning that Qiu Tu planned to take over his city mansion, the City Lord was extremely pleased, packed up, and left without even taking his wife and daughter, pondering some unknown thoughts.

Hence, Qiu Tu didn't stay in the main room specially vacated by the City Lord but rather randomly chose a side room.

Upon arriving at the side room, Qiu Tu saw Yao Qin standing at his door with a maid, seemingly waiting for him.

Her over two-meter height placed her head and shoulders above Qiu Tu; her rounded ram horns added a touch of exotic flair, and her shapely figure held the plumpness unique to a mature woman.

Young people might not discern her qualities, but only seasoned men see her and mutter appreciatively, "battle-ready tool," "professional turret."

This large carriage, evidently healed and with plans meticulously set, thus intended to have a night-long conversation with Qiu Tu.

Qiu Tu appreciated such efficient activities, so he gestured with his hand, opened the door, and led Yao Qin into his room.

Once inside, several maids carefully served them tea, arranged fruits, and then retreated out of the room, closing the door behind them.

Watching the maids leave, Qiu Tu turned to Yao Qin and asked, "So, is the plan ready?"

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Yao Qin sipped her tea while seated, then replied, "Mostly ready."

With the white horns atop her head, she continued, "Actually, to resolve the 'Star Forging Pantheon' could be difficult."

"But to prevent the descent of the 'Star Forging Pantheon' or reduce its impact is quite simple."

Perhaps since they had become allies, Yao Qin shared all her intelligence with Qiu Tu.

She stated, "The 'Star Forging Pantheon' consists of 52 Heavenly Gods. Of these, 25 are direct descendants, those who directly pledge allegiance to the Star Casting God King, and he can utilize their powers directly."