Let them offer their loyalty!-Chapter 1496 - 636: Is Secretary Bai Targeting Zhao Ji?

"We are all leaders of the Sanctuary. Equals in discussion."

"My real name is 'Zhi Yan,' you can call me Aunt Yan, or Sister Yan."

Upon hearing Zhi Yan's words, Qiu Tu blinked and then transmitted his voice, "Not calling you Heavenly King is fine."

"But... Aunt Yan, Sister Yan, I really can't bring myself to say it."

He deliberately glanced up and down at Zhi Yan and then said, "If it weren't for feeling it's too abrupt and impolite, I'd actually call you 'younger sister.'

Qiu Tu's words, although somewhat flattering, had to admit Zhi Yan was indeed very beautiful.

Perhaps because she was a High Order Catastrophist, although she could be an aunt to Qiu Tu, her skin was as delicate as a maiden's, smooth and flawless. Her slender eyebrows seemed artistically drawn by the finest brush, lightly raised at the ends, exuding an air of mature allure. 𝒻𝓇𝑒𝘦𝘸𝑒𝒷𝓃ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝒸ℴ𝘮

Most striking were her eyes, like pools of autumn water, their gaze shifting slightly, shining with a gentle sparkle, possessing both the depth of time and an intoxicating charm.

No wonder a friend of Qiu Tu's enjoyed teasing aunts in a past life. If the aunts around him looked like this, he would be willing to tease too...

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zhi Yan's lips slightly curled, those cherry-red lips seemed like ripe cherries, alluringly juicy.

She said, "There's no outsider here, no need to flatter me."

Qiu Tu said exaggeratedly, "Sun and moon bearing witness, what I said is all true. Unless you insist I take an oath with 'World Origin' for you to believe."

It had to be said, Qiu Tu's sweet mouth was truly charming. Even though Zhi Yan knew Qiu Tu was coaxing her, she couldn't suppress the smile at the corner of her lips!

"Emotional Handbook: Method 44 for enhancing relationships: Moderate compliment and praise is always the best way to enhance the bond between two people."

The method of praise varies from person to person. For the sister type, or women with more experience, the simplest and least risky is to praise youth.

No woman likes the feeling of time passing. So praising 'youth' is surely the favorite compliment for mature women.

The friend of Qiu Tu's in his past life exclusively won the hearts of many rich ladies and aunts by relying on this point, saving many detours.

At the time Qiu Tu was somewhat disdainful, but now... facing Zhi Yan, he reproduced it one-to-one!

Meanwhile, as Qiu Tu thought this, Zhi Yan also spoke.

With a faint smile at the corner of her mouth, she transmitted her voice, "Really can't handle you. Privately... call me whatever you like."

Once said, she also began to answer Qiu Tu's questions, "I haven't interacted much with Master Bai Yi."

"I've only heard he's somewhat special, neither a relative of the 'Fog Hidden Association's' high ranks, nor a promoted figure from the 'Edge Region,' but... discovered and cultivated by President Tian Qi."

She pondered, "So, although he has no direct relationships with the 'Fog Hidden Association's' high ranks, he's still trusted by President Tian Qi."

"It's said President Tian Qi provided him countless resources to aid his growth. But his Cataclysm Path seems peculiar, often getting stuck in a certain realm for years."

"Nevertheless, he is mild-mannered, possessing a tranquil harmony unattached to worldly affairs, never in a rush."

"Coupled with his unfathomable strength, it's said not even a few Deputy Speakers are his match. Therefore, although in 'Fog Hidden Association' he's just one of the 12 high ranks, his status is exceptionally high."

Qiu Tu heard and froze.

Unfathomable strength? Not even several late Eighth Rank Deputy Speakers are his match?

Thinking this, Qiu Tu seemed to think of something, hurriedly closing his eyes to check the "Heavenly God Trial" rankings.

Quickly, he found Bai Yi's ranking...

Fifth, only next to 'Fog Hidden Association's' President Tian Qi.

A number so strong it's exaggerated.

To know Tian Qi is the top-ranked existence among the Eighth Rank Peak Great Evil Gods in the 'Western Kingdom.'

With Zhao Ji ranking 16th, it likely shows the top 15 are all Eighth Rank Peak.

This indicates, Bai Yi with mid-Eighth Rank strength, actually surpassed two realms, outmatching over a dozen Eighth Rank Peak Great Evil Gods!

Who could reach Eighth Rank Peak and not be a prodigy, monster?

To have comprehensive strength surpass two realms in such a scenario...

'Heavenly God Reincarnation! Absolutely a Heavenly God Reincarnation!'

Especially Black Silk, thinking of Tian Qi and Bai Yi's somewhat familiar relationship. The more Qiu Tu looks, the more he feels like 'Shen Yuzhou' and 'Candle Dance'....

This further confirms his speculation!

'Could it be "Fog Hidden Association" accidentally discovered Old Bai, a "Heavenly God Reincarnation," then nurtured Old Bai?'

'But.... compared to Third Sanctuary's rough control, Tian Qi is likely treating Old Bai with emotional investment, continuously providing resources to Old Bai, being kind to Old Bai?'

'Plus, considering Old Bai's Cataclysm Path resembling 'repaying kindness' and Old Bai's gratitude-returning nature, so.... Tian Qi trusts Old Bai, and Old Bai has always worked silently for Tian Qi?'

Thinking this, suddenly Qiu Tu feels everything falls into place....

The only thing unexplained is, if Tian Qi and Old Bai have such a good relationship, then why did Old Bai faint in "Isolation Mountain Range," and then saved by Yan Chen? (Chapter 546)

Later, why did Old Bai split a clone to express gratitude to Yan Chen in Xinjie City?

Is there anything in Xinjie City that interests him?

Thinking so, Qiu Tu shudders!

Xinjie City is indeed just an ordinary city, but.... has an extraordinary Regional Controller! Larilo!

Or rather... the soul splitting of 'Heavenly God' Zhao Ji!

Moreover, back then, Old Bai even approached Larilo according to Yan Chen's orders, intentionally coerced by Larilo, serving Larilo.... (Chapter 249)

The more he thinks, the more Qiu Tu feels chills....

'So.... Old Bai's objectives in the years spent at Eighth Sanctuary, aside from returning favors, another target is..... Zhao Ji?!'

'Just because he's worried directly observing Zhao Ji might attract Zhao Ji's attention, so he chose the target to be naive Larilo?'

'Why would he do this after all? Does he know Zhao Ji?'

'Has his purpose been fulfilled?'

Possibly due to the paucity of information, Qiu Tu always feels although solving one mystery, more seems to have sprouted.

Making his thoughts feel increasingly chaotic and jumbled....

Zhi Yan sensitively detected Qiu Tu's emotions. Although silent, the depths of her eyes showed deep thought....

Despite their rapidly growing bond, she still hasn't easily trusted Qiu Tu.

For a woman of her experience, body and affection are separate, as are public and private affairs.

Having some fondness for Qiu Tu doesn't mean she will easily align herself with him. After all, she represents Second Sanctuary, representing the Human Camp's interests.

How exactly to deal with Qiu Tu still requires her prolonged observation....

Judging from the recent observation, a woman's intuition tells her: There's definitely something off about Qiu Tu and Bai Yi.... their relationship is not that simple....

Since all communication was through spiritual power, the Sixth Rank Great Evil God "Wind Spirit" driving didn't detect the subtle turbulence between the two.

While driving, she inquired, "Lord Qiu Tu, which Sanctuary are we integrating? Where should I drive?"

Hearing Wind Spirit's words, Qiu Tu came back to his senses. When deciding to integrate the "Northwestern Region" and become the "Northwest King," Qiu Tu had already made up his mind.

He said coolly, "Go to Sixth Sanctuary. I want to meet Lin Xi first...."

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