Let them offer their loyalty!-Chapter 1495 - 636: Is Secretary Bai Targeting Zhao Ji?

"However, I think this is not urgent. We can wait for the president to arrive before making a decision."

"And in the meantime, we can make some preparations in advance."

Although the Golden Lion was clearly stronger and held a higher position in the "Fog Hidden Association," he greatly valued Bai Yi's opinion.

He pondered for a moment, then asked, "What kind of preparations?"

Bai Yi glanced at Qiu Tu, and said unhurriedly, "Didn't Speaker Qiu say he plans to offer the 'Northwestern Region' to us? But… the 'Northwestern Region' itself isn't unified yet."

"Speaker Qiu needs some time to consolidate his forces in the 'Northwestern Region'."

"Why not let him spend these few days consolidating his power to unify the 'Northwestern Region.' That way, when the president arrives, a decision can be made directly."

Hearing Bai Yi's words, before the Golden Lion could react, a gleam of light flashed in Qiu Tu's eyes. He quickly lowered his head to hide his emotions.

'Is Old Bai… helping me?'

Before Qiu Tu could figure it out, the Golden Lion also keenly detected a hint of improbability in the plan.

He looked at Bai Yi and hinted, "Wouldn't sending Qiu Tu to consolidate the 'Northwestern Region' be too dangerous?"

"After all, with the 'Heavenly God Trial,' gods have descended everywhere. According to the ratio, there should be about 20 deities that descended in the 'Northwestern Region,' approximately 7 per country."

"Qiu Tu might face major issues if he encounters them while trying to consolidate."

Clearly, the "danger" the Golden Lion mentioned was not for the reason stated; he was simply worried about Qiu Tu plotting something or escaping.

Therefore, Bai Yi smiled, elegantly saying, "I don't think there's much to worry about."

"When you were on your way here, I had already instructed my subordinates to gather the number of 'Trialists.' Including myself, there are 19 in the 'Northwestern Region.'"

"After the descent, since everyone didn't want to attract too much attention early on, they all hid, preparing to observe the trial's situation before taking targeted actions."

"Thus, Speaker Qiu consolidating the 'Northwestern Region,' they'll likely observe quietly, but most probably won't intervene."

"After all, compared to most 'Trialists,' Speaker Qiu's strength is still quite weak and won't pose a major threat to them."

After explaining the obvious reasons, Bai Yi paused, then said blandly, "As for unexpected incidents, that's indeed possible…"

"Therefore, I suggest we let Lady Zhi Yan and a few Sixth Rank guards provide some protection."

Upon saying this, he glanced at the Golden Lion, hinting, "After all… both you and Speaker Qiu have made a 'World Oath,' so we must ensure his safety."

All of Bai Yi's words were superficial; the most important was the last sentence, "both made a World Oath."

Recalling the content and effect of the oaths, the Golden Lion felt there might actually be less need to worry.

So he nodded slightly, saying, "I think it can work."

After speaking, he looked at Qiu Tu and Zhi Yan, asking, "What do you two think?" 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

What opinion could Qiu Tu have? He was eager to go develop first, so he calmly nodded, "I have no objections."

By comparison, Zhi Yan was more cautious. She looked at Bai Yi, then tested, "My strength isn't particularly strong. Could we have Lord Bai Yi and Lord Golden Lion protect Speaker Qiu instead?"

Hearing her words, Bai Yi gently said, "I need to handle communication work and can't leave for now."

"But… if President Golden Lion is willing, that would be even better."

Upon saying this, he looked at the Golden Lion, as if inquiring.

Someone as proud as the Golden Lion couldn't possibly act as a bodyguard for Qiu Tu. So upon hearing this, he waved it off and impatiently said to Zhi Yan, "I have a pile of matters to attend to, I can't leave. Zhi Yan, your strength is sufficient. This time, I'm relying on you."

Actually, Zhi Yan didn't refuse to go; she just suspected Bai Yi was intentionally creating an opportunity for Qiu Tu, so she tested it.

Now seeing she was overthinking, she accepted. Then she glanced at Qiu Tu, saying, "So next, Speaker Qiu, we will be working together."

Upon hearing Zhi Yan's words, Qiu Tu smiled and nodded, "Thank you, King Zhi Yan."

Just like that, after the four finished discussing, Old Bai summoned four "Fog Hidden Association" elites, all Sixth Rank Great Evil Gods who had broken through in the "Edge Region" with "Mountain Root" in recent days.

Their strength was negligible in the current "Heavenly God Trial," but to ordinary beings, they were akin to divine figures.

Thus, using them for communication, transmitting information, or surveillance couldn't be more convenient.

With all preparations complete, Qiu Tu and Zhi Yan left the fortress with the four Sixth Rank Evil Gods, heading to the "Northwestern Region" to prepare to gather military power.

On the road, without transportation, the three flew here, and now heading to the Planning Area, they drove, of course.

A Sixth Rank Great Evil God drove, with Qiu Tu and Zhi Yan in the back seat, while the other three Great Evil Gods were in a neighboring car.

Since he was no longer under Old Bai's watchful eye, Qiu Tu acted more boldly.

He glanced at the Sixth Rank Evil God "Wind Spirit" driving in front, then used spiritual power to communicate with Zhi Yan, "Heavenly King, do you know Lord Bai Yi's identity?"

Hearing this, Zhi Yan chuckled at Qiu Tu, replying through transmitted thought, "You don't have to call me Heavenly King repeatedly."