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Chapter 911 The Star-Gazing God King is acting strangely (Seeking monthly votes)

Thinking this, Qiu Tu didn't show it on his face, but his brain was working at a rapid pace.

Princess Huiming personally ordered the Star Gazing God King to divine and seal off "her" location, preparing to take action herself.
But he had just left Princess Huiming today. Princess Huiming had personally entrusted him with the task of recruiting "Qiu Tu". In addition, in order to facilitate his actions, she granted him the supreme authority to temporarily act as the Mad War God King and control the three major departments.

How come the plan changed so quickly?

Was Princess Huiming acting from beginning to end? The so-called trust and promotion were just to numb herself?
Or is the Ghost Face God King lying?
Or was it the unauthorized action of the Star Gazing God King?
Countless thoughts flashed through Qiu Tu's mind like lightning, each one making him feel that something was amiss.

And perhaps he was overthinking it, but the more he thought about it, the more the image of Princess Huiming's "disdainful" expression when facing the Ghost Face God King and the Star Gazing God King appeared in his mind.

He always felt that there was some kind of complicated and inexplicable relationship between the three of them.

There's definitely something wrong with this.

Thinking this way, Qiu Tu gradually calmed down.

He slowly raised his eyes, smiling at the Ghost Face God King through the silver mask, and then said, "It seems... your relationship with Guan Xing is indeed extraordinary. She even told you this."

At this point, Qiu Tu's expression changed immediately, and he said, "But do you know that this is top secret?"

"Not to mention the person who leaked the information, even those who knew about it are guilty of serious crimes!"

The Ghost Face God King was still immersed in the pleasure of sharing the secret when he suddenly heard Qiu Tu say this. His expression changed slightly, and he remembered that Qiu Tu's identity was no longer the same as before.

Just then, Qiu Tu changed the subject and said earnestly, "Ghost Face, you just made a big mistake, even causing the death of Lord Berserker."

"His Highness has already shown leniency by not punishing you. You mustn't make the same mistake again."

Ghost Face is no simpleton, having been in charge of the "Shadow Division" for so long.

Therefore, upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, he immediately understood what Qiu Tu meant. He said, "Lord Yunmao is right; I was too careless."

Hearing his words, Qiu Tu gently patted his shoulder and then said coldly, "No, no. Ghost face, this isn't because you were careless. It's because you trusted me."

"After all, we've worked together for so many years, always had a good working relationship, and trusted each other."

"Furthermore, although I am currently temporarily in charge of Lord Berserker's affairs, my foundation is shallow and I need your support."

"Therefore, I would never harm you."

"I'm just giving you a heads-up; you really need to be careful around other people."

In fact, analyzing Ghost Face God King's psychology, Qiu Tu felt that he was inevitably testing him today: wanting to see what kind of attitude the newly promoted "Cloud Cat God King" would have towards him, and whether he could get close to him.

After all, he is still a criminal and desperately needs a powerful backer to help him stabilize the situation and regain the trust of the "Destruction Tyrant" and the "Radiant Princess".

"Cloud Cat God King" is clearly a very good bridge.

As for Qiu Tu, he didn't really care about the "destruction of the royal court." What he cared about was Hui Ming's plan against "him." So he could make empty promises without worrying about fulfilling them.

After a brief tug-of-war, both men were clearly very satisfied with the current situation, so they looked at each other and couldn't help but laugh.

After the laughter subsided, the two seemed to have grown even closer.

Thus, Qiu Tu finally began to reveal his true intentions.

As if asking casually, he asked, "By the way, Ghost Face, we've worked together for so many years, and I don't think I've ever heard you mention your relationship with the Star Gazing God King."

"How come she became your confidante after the last meeting?"

"And now, she's telling you something so secret."

What exactly happened between you two?

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's question, the Ghost Face God King couldn't help but reveal a smug smile.

He said, "This actually goes back to a long, long time ago."

A look of reminiscence crossed the Ghost-Faced God-King's face. He said, "Actually, I was the Star-Gazing God-King I noticed decades ago during a 'Heaven-Worshiping Ceremony'."

"At that time, she performed a small-scale ritual to the 'Origin of the World' on behalf of His Majesty. I was immediately struck by her majestic and holy appearance in her white robes."

"That was also the first time I learned that a powerful god-king with a 'mysterious path' was actually hidden in the capital of our 'Royal Court.'"

"So I started secretly looking into her news."

"As a result, the more I inquired, the more alarmed I became. I discovered that information about her was extremely scarce; neither the 'Royal Court' nor the 'Mysterious Faction' had much information available."

"This made me even more curious about her."

"So I started trying to get in touch with her."

Qiu Tu's eyes revealed a thoughtful expression.

Even the Ghost Face God King, a veteran guardian god king in charge of intelligence agencies, couldn't find any information about the Star Gazing God King.

This is interesting.
Moreover, the fact that a god-king who came through a "mysterious path" inexplicably resided in the heart of the "Destruction Court" is itself a significant signal.

Throughout history, there are only a few situations in which this can be done.
Thinking of this, Qiu Tu suddenly felt that Gui Lian was really a "foolish young man." How could he dare to provoke someone like that?

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but continue listening to Ghost Face's story.

Ghost Face glanced at Qiu Tu, then a hint of smugness appeared in his eyes. He said, "You probably think I'm too reckless, right?"

"But I have actually studied it carefully."

"The fact that the God-King of Stargazing, who is a god-king of a mysterious path, can live in the royal city and is extremely beautiful has led many to suspect that she has a close relationship with His Majesty."

"However, I have observed him carefully for more than ten years and have never found His Majesty going to see her in private, or even having any contact with her."

"This is clearly a misconception."

Upon hearing Guilian's words, Qiu Tu keenly noticed the problem with them. He said, "You actually dare to investigate His Majesty?"

Hearing Qiu Tu's words, Ghost Face was also startled. He quickly waved his hand and said, "That's not it."

"I just spent a long time and put in a lot of effort, sending gifts and gradually bribing the maids around the stargazer, and then subtly inquired about it."

Upon hearing Guilian's words, Qiu Tu's face lit up with a sudden realization, and he continued listening.

"And from the Star Gazing Maiden's words, I also learned that the Star Gazing Maiden is a quiet, introverted person who likes to be alone," said the ghost face.

"Such beauties are actually the easiest to misunderstand and overlook."

"Because of her introverted personality, she might be misunderstood as aloof; because of her beautiful appearance, people might assume she has an affair with a high-ranking official or has many suitors."

"Actually, she may have been single all along."

A thoughtful look appeared in Qiu Tu's eyes. This theory was also mentioned in "The Emotional Handbook," but he always remembered that it wasn't understood this way. He continued listening.

With a grimac, he said, “So, over the years, through information provided by her maid, I gradually got in touch with her, gave her gifts, wrote her love letters, and warmed her heart little by little.”

"At first, she was actually indifferent to me and didn't reply to my letters."

"But gradually, she began to be moved by me and was willing to confide some of her inner thoughts to me."

"Our relationship is getting closer and better."

"Until a few years ago, when we officially established our relationship, we started doing things that went beyond the boundaries of friendship."

"Because of her special abilities, His Majesty and His Highness would occasionally have her perform divination. On these occasions, she would also share some information or intelligence she knew with me."

"Even when I encounter some difficult cases, she will use her abilities to help me."

At this point, a hint of smugness appeared on Ghost Face's face. "Don't you think I've solved a few complicated cases very easily in the past two years?"

Upon hearing Guilian's words, Qiu Tu nodded slightly in agreement.

However, his brows were slightly furrowed behind his silver mask.

He thought for a moment, then continued, "So... this time, the Star Gazing God King also took the initiative to tell you about His Highness's arrangements?"

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Ghost Face initially showed a wary expression. However, remembering his current relationship with "Cloud Cat God King," he ultimately nodded slightly.

Upon hearing Ghost Face God King's words, Qiu Tu felt that something was amiss, but he couldn't quite put his finger on it.

So he could only continue probing, "But...she probably didn't tell you the specific time of the operation, did she?"

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, a hint of embarrassment appeared on the Ghost Face God King's face. He said, "That's true, I don't have that."

"She probably knew that this operation was too confidential to be leaked. That's why she didn't want to tell me."

"But because I recently got into such big trouble, they gave me a heads-up and told me to come to you and find a way to make amends."

Upon hearing Ghost Face God King's words, Qiu Tu's brows furrowed even deeper behind his silver mask.

He had a suspicion in his mind, but it was dispelled by the words of the Ghost Face God King.

He felt the whole thing was full of contradictions, and for a moment he couldn't figure out which part had gone wrong.

Fortunately, he still has the initiative and some time to verify and confirm the matter.

Moreover, compared to the precarious and tightrope-walking situation he faced while serving Princess Huiming, Qiu Tu now has far more room to maneuver.

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but look at the Ghost Face God King and said, "Guan Xing is really worried about you a lot. It seems that he really has deep feelings for you."

"I already know what she means, and what you think."

"Don't worry, I won't forget you during this mission."

Seeing that "Cloud Cat God King" had finally agreed to his idea, Ghost Face God King's face immediately showed an excited expression.

He quickly stood up, bowed slightly to Qiu Tu, and said, "Then I thank Lord Yunmao here."

Seeing this, Qiu Tu smiled and gently helped the Ghost Face God King up, saying, "I should be thanking you."

"Huh?" The Ghost Face God King looked a little confused, clearly not understanding what Qiu Tu meant.

Qiu Tu said with a smile, "I can't succeed in taking over the position of Lord Kuangzhan without your help."

"Tell me, shouldn't I thank you?"

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Ghost Face God King smiled knowingly and said, "No need for such formalities. I'll need your help in the future, brother."

Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu smiled even more broadly, "I definitely will."

……

Back in the "Cloud Cat God King's" rest room, Qiu Tu waved his hand gently, and the heavy stone door immediately closed behind him.

"Boom——"

The dull thud of the stone door closing seemed to completely separate the two worlds.

He walked to the huge floor-to-ceiling window, stood with his hands behind his back, and looked down at the prison city that loomed like a steel behemoth. His eyes, hidden behind the silver mask, gleamed with a cold light.

Princess Huiming, the Stargazing God King, and the Ghost Face
Names and faces wove together in his mind into a complex and dangerous web.

Princess Huiming's disdain. The Stargazing God King's mission. The Ghost-Faced God King's betrayal.
What is hidden behind all of this?
Qiu Tu tapped his fingertips lightly on the windowsill, making a rhythmic "knock-knock" sound, while his brain worked at high speed, analyzing the sounds.

For a moment, his fingers stopped abruptly, as if he had guessed something.

'No way'

'Is that really the case?'

That's an exaggeration.

Thinking of the possibility that could explain all these contradictory phenomena, Qiu Tu's pupils contracted slightly.

After a moment, a thoughtful expression appeared on his face.

If that's really the case, then perhaps he can take advantage of this information gap to do something else and make some preparations.

For example, contacting Sister Zhaoji. And also making contact with that mysterious Stargazing God King.

With this in mind, Qiu Tu immediately made up his mind.

He turned around abruptly and shouted authoritatively, "Someone come here."

As Qiu Tu finished speaking, a member of the Shadow Division wearing a black mask emerged from the shadows and knelt on one knee, saying, "Lord Silver Mask."

Seeing the familiar movements and secondary abilities of the Shadow Division member, Qiu Tu paused slightly before speaking, "Have someone go to the vicinity of the 'World Passage,' on the outskirts, to leave a coded signal for contacting Qiu Tu."

"Just tell him I'm back and want to see him."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, the Shadow Division members quickly responded, "Yes, sir."

After saying that, he disappeared into the shadows.

The current situation is too complicated; he cannot stay. Besides, he is already the commander-in-chief of the operation, and he can contact Zhao Ji openly and legitimately.

After all, he was currently carrying out Princess Huiming's plan to "win over" Qiu Tu.
Of course, besides contacting "Qiu Tu", he should also meet with the mysterious Star Gazing God King as arranged by Princess Huiming, and assign him a task.
Thinking this, Qiu Tu called over another member of the Shadow Division and instructed, "Go to the Stargazing Tower."

(End of this chapter)