Let them offer their loyalty!
Chapter 861 - 439

Remembering how they had all been plotting against Qiu Tu just a while ago, it has now come to the point where Qiu Tu has nearly become the Deputy Speaker.

Whether it was Ai Li, Lü Cheng, or Ji Qinglin, they were momentarily at a loss for words.

They had truly experienced what it meant to be crushed by a sudden drop from a higher dimension.

After a moment, Lü Cheng coughed twice and then said innocently, "Let's not all look so down."

"It's a good thing that the Bureau Chief has advanced to a Pseudo Fourth-Order Cataclysmic."

"Shouldn't we prepare some gifts to congratulate him?"

Upon hearing Lü Cheng's words, Ai Li and Ji Qinglin's disquiet grew deeper.

But Shi Youxin was quick to change his tune and move on.

His eyes flickered slightly, and then he said, "That's right. What is the Chief's Cataclysm Path, anyway?"

"Shouldn't we get him something that complements his Cataclysm Path as a congratulatory gift?"

"Or... maybe we could give him something he likes as a gift?"

Shi Youxin's words clearly hit a sore spot for Ai Li as she tugged at her pigtails irritably and said, "Who can figure out his Cataclysm Path."

"A giant dark umbrella overhead, and from it dangle many shadows."

"If it's not Immortality, it's Mystery."

"Definitely not a good path, anyway."

Continuing, Ai Li added, "As for what he likes, that's easy. He likes women."

"Just see if anyone at home has a daughter or a wife to pack up and send over; he'd be thrilled."

Having said that, Ai Li couldn't be bothered to discuss with the others or talk about the situation in Dongye State any further, and, pushing away her papers, she stepped out of the conference room.

Witnessing Ai Li's agitated demeanor, Shi Youxin and Ji Qinglin exchanged puzzled glances.

Ji Qinglin spread his hands with a bemused expression and said, "Why is Ai Li, the Chief, so worked up?"

"It's not like she is the one being sent off."

Shi Youxin shook his head, equally confused.

Only Lü Cheng watched Ai Li's retreating figure thoughtfully, as if he had guessed something...

Meanwhile.

「Master, to celebrate your successful advancement to Fourth Order, I've sent Xue'er to your bed in a daze~~~」

Reading the message from Yanyan, Qiu Tu: ...

When it comes to who in Xinjie City is most attentive to Qiu Tu's every move, it might be Yanyan.

No one knows what got into this young girl; ever since she got to know Qiu Tu, she's been showering him with generosity.

And it's not just her; she's even roped her two best friends into the act.

Just the other day, she maneuvered Ai Li right into Qiu Tu's hands, and today, she's eyeing another best friend.

While Qiu Tu was somewhat tempted by these three ladies, he knew it wasn't the time for debauchery.

In times of Chaos, as long as one has money and power, women are everywhere.

If you only have women... money and power will quickly desert you.

And so, without even replying to Yanyan's message, Qiu Tu simply tucked the Communicator back into his pocket.

After watching the Team Captain successfully rise to the Fourth Order and return to the Boundless Heart Sea, Qiu Tu deliberately stirred up his own aura, making himself appear a bit unstable. Then... he pushed open the door to his office and stepped out.

The corridor was packed with Qiu Tu's direct lineage.

Leading the way was Tang Feifei, who had brought a chair over and sat commandingly at the door, exuding the air of being an unyielding gatekeeper.

Beside her stood Chen Feng, Ah-Tai, Eagle, Big Biao, and other direct lineage members.

Further out were members of the Dare-to-Die Team.

Perhaps because Qiu Tu's advancement was such a significant event, the Investigation Bureau's "9 Directions" and the military's "12 Earthly Branches" were all present.

A guard team made up of 21 Cataclysmics created quite an oppressive atmosphere.

Beyond them were various middle layers who had already sworn allegiance to Qiu Tu or wished to do so...

Guan Xiao and Tan Huimin, on the other hand, were not present.

The reason was simple: they didn't dare...

Both had sent messages to Qiu Tu early on, overflowing with words, but essentially just meant one thing.

With Tang Feifei, the "main wife" on site, they were under too much pressure.

As for competing in glamour with Tang Feifei?

Please, that was the woman who had slain the Evil God; they weren't tired of living...

Upon seeing Qiu Tu emerge, Tang Feifei remained unmoved, while the confidants dared not approach, merely watching Qiu Tu eagerly.

Qiu Tu scanned the crowd, then laughed and said, "Successfully advanced to Pseudo Fourth Order."

"Boom!" Although they had guessed that Qiu Tu had advanced successfully, the confidants erupted with excitement once they received confirmation.

Even the usually stoic Chen Feng couldn't help but be infected, his face breaking into a genuine smile.

In the crowd, Qiu Tu and Tang Feifei made eye contact.

Tang Feifei tilted her head slightly, as if asking a question.

Qiu Tu simply smiled and nodded...

The celebration didn't last long due to the chaotic state of affairs in Dongye State.

Qiu Tu just had brief exchanges with each of the confidants, received their blessings, and then urged them to return to their posts after a few words of encouragement.

As for Tang Feifei, she only came to make this "performance" seem more authentic.

So, after a brief chat with Qiu Tu, she took her leave and headed straight back to the state.

It wasn't until everyone had left that Guan Xiao sneaked warily into Qiu Tu's office.

Perhaps guessing that Qiu Tu would emerge today, she had made an effort to dress up.

Already a flamboyant beauty, her look was even more stunning with her new attire.

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