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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 in the past 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 cooperation, their relationship grew stronger, and finally, they rely on each other and work 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, cold pool in an abyss, profound and chilling, radiating a coldness 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 Zhao Ji 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, the current situation wouldn't have arisen.

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 affect the speed at which she draws her sword!

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 quickly 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, and 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."

After saying that, she gestured with her hand, "Sir, please."

Qiu Tu nodded slightly and then followed him inside.

However, while following behind Qing'e, Qiu Tu was also pondering this matter.

The Heavy Stone God King's position in the "Temple - West Branch" was second only to Elena, and given Elena's methods and status, it was clear that Hua Wanwan and other high-ranking members had her direct subordinates. Yet, none of them received the same treatment.

From this perspective, Elena did indeed give Qiu Tu extremely special treatment.

In officialdom, special treatment from superiors is the most common political trend.

Therefore, this is clearly Elena sending a signal to Qiu Tu and the entire "Temple - West Branch".

But why is that?

Qiu Tu doesn't believe that Elena was conquered by his novel methods such as "sliding around" and "golden finger".

As a high-ranking official of the "Temple," how could Elena possibly let desire consume her reason? Moreover, even if she were truly interested in these things, with her status, she could easily summon countless people to serve her with a mere wave of her hand.

There must be another reason.

Thinking about this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but recall a detail Qing'e had just mentioned. 'This treatment was only given today?'

'It seems only one major event happened today?'

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but turn around and glance in the direction of his own courtyard.

Although Qiu Tu and Elena worked together to cover it up, some of the aura fluctuations caused by Zhao Ji's advancement still lingered in the sky.

A hint of understanding flickered in Qiu Tu's eyes.
When it comes to Zephyr's strength, besides herself, the person who knows best is probably Elena, the world ruler of the "Dionysus Kingdom".

Even Qiu Tu, due to issues with world access, wasn't as clear as Elena.
'It seems that Sister Zhaoji's strength after this advancement is indeed terrifying.'

Even Elena, who had been feigning ignorance, took the initiative to show goodwill.

'Hmph, I thought she was still hung up on my massage!'

After roughly guessing what Elena was doing, Qiu Tu felt relieved.

After all, with Zhao Ji backing him up, he could indeed be more assertive.

And so, following Qing'e, they arrived at the main hall.

Although Elena granted them permission not to report, the two could not possibly barge into the main hall without her permission.

So Qiu Tu slowly stood outside the palace gate, waiting for Qing'e to go and inform her first.

As soon as he stopped, Qing'e also stopped.

Then Qing'e didn't continue walking inside. Instead, she turned to Qiu Tu and suddenly asked, "Lord Qiu Tu, what have you thought about the massage?"

Upon hearing Qing'e's words, Qiu Tu:
Just when I thought Elena had stopped thinking about my massage, Qing'e suddenly started thinking about it again.

However, Qiu Tu always felt that Qing'e's request for him to give her a special massage was for some other purpose, or even a trap.

In addition, he had been quite busy lately, so after hesitating for a moment, he ultimately declined Qing'e's offer.

"Lady Qing'e, I've been quite busy lately. I may not have time for a while."

Of course, as Elena's assistant, Qiu Tu wouldn't offend Qing'e for no reason, so he quickly added,
"However, I can take a look again after I'm done with this busy period."

Hearing Qiu Tu's words, Qing'e was clearly a little disappointed.

A hint of resentment surfaced in her clear eyes, but since Qiu Tu had already said so, her good upbringing prevented her from pressing further, so she could only say, "Qing'e understands, I'm sorry to have troubled Lord Qiu Tu."

After saying that, she hesitated for a moment as if she had thought of something, and then spoke again, "However, Lord Qiu Tu, I have a treasure that can help someone who has advanced to the God King level recover."

"If Lord Qiu Tu is interested, you can come and talk to me."

After saying that, Qing'e did not ask any further questions. Instead, she stepped into the main hall and bowed slightly to Elena above her. "Your Majesty, Lord Qiu Tu requests an audience."

Upon hearing Qing'e's words, Elena, who was drinking, stood up slightly and waved her hand with bleary eyes, "Let him in."

Qing'e bowed and said expressionlessly, "Yes."

After saying that, she walked outside and gestured to Qiu Tu, "Lord Qiu Tu, please."

Qiu Tu could actually see Elena's exposed beauty even standing outside the palace gate.

So, upon hearing Qing'e's words, he nodded and stepped into the main hall.

The grand palace doors slowly closed behind him, leaving him standing alone in the spacious hall, with Elena seated high on the throne.
In that instant, the entire hall seemed to fall silent, not even the flickering candlelight made a sound.

After a moment, Elena, who was leaning against the throne, chuckled and said, "Qiu Tu, you are really capable."

Qiu Tu guessed what Elena wanted to say, but still pretended not to know and asked, "Your Majesty, what do you mean?"

Elena pointed in the direction of Qiu Tu's courtyard, and then said with some emotion, "A fourth-level God King, with an aura and strength comparable to a Guardian God King."

"Rare indeed, extremely rare."

While waiting for Qiu Tu, Elena clearly sorted out some information about Zhao Ji.

After a moment, she said, "If I remember correctly, when she was a Level One God King, her strength was already extraordinary, and she could fight opponents of higher levels."

"As a result, he is now a level four God King, and can even fight against opponents of higher levels."

"This shows that her talent has always been consistent. It wasn't enhanced by some special means."

At this point, Elena gave Qiu Tu a deep look and said, "So... once she rises to the level of Guardian God-King, then..."

Upon hearing Elena's words, Qiu Tu quickly said, "My lord, please be careful with your words. Zhao Ji's talent is indeed outstanding, but some of her hurdles are different."

Seeing Qiu Tu's nervousness, Elena chuckled, then raised her glass, took a sip, and said with a smile, "What are you nervous about?"

"I didn't say anything."

After saying that, she asked, as if joking, yet also genuinely serious, "By the way, the reason the 'Destruction Tyrant' was enraged and came to the 'West' is because his beloved daughter and the envoy of the 'Path of Destruction' were both killed."

"Your God-King happens to be on the 'Destruction Path,' and he's been advancing in rank recently."

"And you seem to have always been very interested in information about the 'Destroyer Tyrant'."

"Should it be"

Elena didn't finish her sentence, but her meaning was very clear.

She had begun to suspect that Zhao Ji had killed Princess Xingyue and her group, which was why she had advanced so quickly.

However, Qiu Tu had actually guessed that this day would come.

The timing of Zhao Ji's rapid advancement and the chaos in "Chaotic Western Capital" is indeed somewhat coincidental.

Therefore, anyone who knows these two things will easily make the connection.

But Qiu Tu had already made many preparations to help Zhao Ji cover up this incident. In recent days, he had been mentally rehearsing the current situation.

Upon hearing this, he quickly shook his head and said, "Your Majesty, you are joking again."

"How could Lady Zhaoji be the one who killed Princess Xingyue?"

"The 'Path of Destruction' prefers to work alone. With her strength and talent, killing just a few of those lone gods would be enough for her to advance."

"There's no need to provoke such a formidable enemy."

"Moreover, I also have reasons and evidence that she is not the murderer."

"Oh?" Hearing Qiu Tu's words, Elena slowly sat up straight, then crossed her long left leg over her fair right leg, looking at Qiu Tu with interest. "What reasons and evidence?"
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(End of this chapter)