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"I met her this morning, and her strength is only one step away from the peak of the eighth rank."

"Judging from the looks of it, there's a high probability that it will break through in the next day or the day after."

"At that time, her strength will undergo a qualitative change, and her ranking will definitely skyrocket again. She may even surpass Baiyi and enter the top five."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Zhao Ji nodded slightly, acknowledging Qiu Tu's deduction.

In Zhao Ji's eyes, almost all of Qiu Tu's confidants and subordinates could be described in four words: utterly useless.

Of all these people, only Qinglan has good talent and deserves special attention and training.

Over the past few years, after spending time with Qiu Tu, Zhao Ji has also discovered a truth: if you can't lead a team, you can only work yourself to death.

If she had had a helper like Qiu Tu by her side hundreds or even twenty years ago, she might have been much more at ease.

Just like now, no matter what happens, Qiu Tucao is there. She just needs to stay there and doesn't have to worry about anything; she can easily solve everything.

Isn't this kind of life wonderful?

Especially in this "Trial of the Gods", Zhao Ji only dragged Qiu Tu along with the idea of ​​giving it a try. Who knew that not only did she get first place, but three people from her camp might also get the spots.

Thinking of this, Zhao Ji seemed to remember something and looked up at Qiu Tu, then asked, "By the way, did Bai Yi tell you how many spots are available for this 'Trial of the Gods'?"

Given the importance of Qiu Tu and Zhao Ji's current cooperation, it's impossible for Qiu Tu to hide such a significant matter from her.

Therefore, after confirming the identity of the person in white, Qiu Tu immediately told Zhao Ji this important information.

That's why Zhao Ji asked the question earlier.

However, Qiu Tu was not surprised when Zhao Ji inquired about the white-clad man's situation; what surprised him was Zhao Ji's question.

He couldn't help but look at Zhao Ji, asking with some surprise, "How does Bai Yi know about the spots for the 'Trial of the Gods'?"

Zhao Ji nodded slightly, her usually cold face filled with seriousness. "These pseudo-god-kings are bound to this world. In fact, their status and authority within the 'Origin of the World' are higher than those of ordinary gods."

"That's why they dare to call themselves God-Kings."

"I've heard many times before on the 'Battlefield of Gods' that the God-King possesses the ability to communicate with the 'Origin of the World,' obtain crucial information in advance, see through cause and effect, and even influence the overall situation."

"Upon closer reflection, this ability is most likely due to their high status within the 'Origin of the World.'"

"Then theoretically, those four pseudo-god kings should all have similar abilities. It's just that they might not be complete, or there might be some changes."

"Judging from what you said about the white-robed man today, he is very likely the one among the Four Great God-Kings who is closest to the 'Origin of the World.'"

"Furthermore, since he participated in this 'Trial of the Gods,' he most likely knows more information than we do."

"Among them are very likely specific spots for the 'Trial of the Gods'."

Upon hearing Zhao Ji's words, a look of realization flashed in Qiu Tu's eyes. As if he had thought of something, he couldn't help but close his eyes and look at Bai Yi's current ranking.

5th place.

If Qiu Tu remembered correctly, at the very beginning of the "Trial of the Gods," the man in white was ranked 5th...

The top four list has changed dramatically, yet he remains in fifth place.

Is this guy manipulating the score?

So... there are only 5 spots available for this "Trial of the Gods"?

Sometimes, intelligence is that important. Zhao Ji's crucial reminder suddenly made Qiu Tu seem to see through many things.

Thinking this, he couldn't help but look at Zhao Ji beside him, wanting to share his guess.

Just then, two immense auras and oppressive forces, like towering waves, roared in from afar!

Even though the two sides were still far apart, the oppressive aura still inspired awe in everyone! It was as if they were looking up at a higher level of life than ordinary beings, like gazing upon the "origin of the world"!

In that instant, Qiu Tu was startled and couldn't help but look at Zhao Ji.

At that moment, Zhao Ji happened to be looking at him as well.

Their eyes met, and they both saw the same word in each other's eyes: They've arrived!

Sure enough, as the two of them thought this, the two enormous auras that were rushing in began to spread rapidly in all directions and enveloped Qiu Tu and Zhao Ji.

In that instant, the air seemed to freeze, and everything around became eerily silent under the awe of this power, as if they were the masters of the world.

Qiu Tu himself was quite strong, but he still felt cold all over when faced with that overwhelming heavenly might.

Even though he had heard of the God King's terror and knew that the God King possessed divine might, Qiu Tu found that he had underestimated the God King when he actually faced him.

This seems to be a biological instinct of fear, and has almost nothing to do with strength.

At this moment, Zhao Ji seemed to sense Qiu Tu's emotions. She glanced at Qiu Tu slightly, then gently expanded her domain, enveloping Qiu Tu and directly isolating him from the influence of the God King's aura.

Although she was only at the peak of the eighth rank, Zhao Ji was once at the peak of the Heavenly God realm and had seen too many storms. Therefore, even when she clashed with that aura of a God-King, she was not at a disadvantage at all.

And just like that, the first wave of probing was easily blocked.

Qiu Tu and Zhao Ji slowly stood up from the rooftop, gazing in the direction from which the two auras had come.

It is unknown whether it is some kind of magical catastrophic power, or the changes in heaven and earth caused by the travels of the God-King.

What greeted Qiu Tu and Zhao Ji's eyes was a sky-covering mass of black clouds. These clouds, like ocean waves, layered upon each other, pressing down on Zanglong City and radiating a terrifying pressure. The entire city appeared as if it were the end of the world.

However, as peak eighth-order evil gods, neither Qiu Tu nor Zhao Ji were deceived by that terrifying appearance.

Instead, their gazes easily pierced through the layers of black mist, reaching the Eastern God King "Takikawa Akira" and the Western God King "Ten'u" standing in the air.

This time, both of them clearly brought out their biggest trump cards and showed their sincerity by coming out in their true forms to attack Zhao Ji.

The two individuals' true identities differ slightly from their actual appearances.

The Eastern God King was dressed in a seductive black bodysuit, with a slender figure and a ghostly mask on her face. She resembled a dangerous black rose, both alluring to be plucked and lurking with deadly danger.

The Western God King, on the other hand, was dressed in a brown fur coat. Standing at two meters tall, he carried a large golden sword across his shoulder, and his square face made him appear both fierce and domineering.

The two's qualifications have a beauty and the beast vibe to them.

Compared to Zhao Ji, Qiu Tu was clearly more adept at socializing, so without Zhao Ji even needing to speak, he stepped forward and, gazing at the layers of dark clouds gathering in the sky, began his pre-battle challenge.

"May I ask, Your Excellencies, what brings you to Burial Dragon City today?"

As the strongest being in this world, the Eastern God King clearly has his own pride.

She didn't let the Western God King speak for her; instead, she parted the black mist herself. With her hands behind her back, her sharp eyes beneath the ghost mask quietly observed Qiu Tu before she spoke.

"Qiu Tu, you should know better than anyone why I've come here."

Why ask a question you already know the answer to?

At this point, her gaze fell on Zhao Ji, and then she continued, "Xi Yue, we fought side by side back then, so you should know more about what happened back then than anyone else."

"Expelling the gods, severing the world's passage, and keeping this world away from the strife of the 'Battlefield of the Gods' is the best choice for all living beings in this world."

"And because of our choice, this world has been at peace for hundreds of years."

She stood with her hands behind her back, her eyes devoid of emotion. "I don't want this wonderful situation to be ruined because of you."

"So don't blame me. We're just protecting this world."

Zhao Ji was usually a woman of few words, but upon hearing the Eastern God King's words, Qiu Tu smiled slightly. He said, "Don't put it so grandly."

"What do you mean by protecting the world...? Does your protection of the world mean isolating yourself from the world and then remaining stagnant?"

"Is this protecting the world, or is it a form of slow suicide?"

"If you truly wanted to protect this world, you shouldn't have nipped all the seeds of gods in the bud, preventing this world from even meeting the conditions for the 'Trial of the Gods.'"

"Instead, we should try to cultivate more gods and accumulate power."

"Even if we're worried that the gods might attract other 'God-Kings' who follow the same path, we can secretly set up short-term 'world portals' and send the gods out for training."

"You destroyed the 'World Gateway,' trapping all living beings in this world, simply to satisfy your pathetic lust for power."

"And it's not that Zhao Ji and I did anything wrong, but that we've gained the power to threaten you."

"That is the greatest original sin."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, the two God-Kings fell silent.

All intelligent beings are complex.

Do the Four God-Kings really want to save the world? Of course they do.

But do they want to dominate the world? Of course they do.

So, from any perspective, it seems to make sense.

The only difference is who wins this battle, and that's the explanation that will be told to the world and to history.

Both sides were sensible, so upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, the Western God King slowly flew out of the darkness and interrupted their negotiation.

He glanced at the Eastern God King, then coldly said to Qiu Tu, "Since we're already going to fight, why waste time on empty words?"

"History is written by the victors, and these victors certainly do not win by mere words."

Upon hearing the words of the Western God King, Qiu Tu smiled.

He said, "It seems that Your Majesty the God-King has some misunderstanding about me. I have never been the kind of person who can defeat enemies with words."

"I prefer actions to words."

At this point, Qiu Tu clapped his hands lightly.

The next second, the rooftop door opened, and the handsome and dashing Northern God, like a graceful young man, slowly walked out.

Upon seeing this, the Western God King was clearly stunned for a moment, then quickly turned his head to look at the Eastern God King beside him.

Compared to the Western God King, the Eastern God King was clearly more composed and calm.

Perhaps because she already knew about the Northern God King's betrayal, her expression and aura under the ghost mask remained unchanged.

She even gave the Western God King a reassuring look before turning to the Northern God King below, and said coldly, "Bei Ze, by siding with Qiu Tu, you mean you're going to be my enemy, right?"

Upon hearing the words of the Eastern God King, the Northern God King reacted as if he had heard a ridiculous joke.

He snapped open his folding fan and, while fanning himself, said with a nonchalant smile, "Takikawa, you're joking. It seems we've been rivals for the past few centuries, haven't we?"

"Back when we abandoned our 'divine status' to become a false god-king, we already had differing opinions."

"Now we've simply gone down completely different paths."

"You still want to rule this world with the power of the false god-king, but I feel that this world should not be like this."

Hearing the words of the Northern God King, the Eastern God King snorted coldly, then looked at Qiu Tu again and said, "Besides Bei Ze, you should have also persuaded that guy in the south, right?"

Qiu Tu wasn't surprised that the Eastern God King could have guessed all this. He clapped his hands with a smile.

The next second, a flurry of light and shadow appeared on the rooftop, and a panda the size of a mountain appeared before everyone.

It's about three or four stories tall, round and chubby, with black eyes, ears, and limbs. It looks both silly and cute.

However, despite its cute appearance, it is actually holding a hammer that is as tall as two people.

The large iron hammer in its hand was like a short hammer, which not only increased its lethality but also made it look much lighter.

This was none other than the Southern God King, or rather, Shao Hua, the God King's avatar that he had been "using" outside all these years—Zhi Yi.

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Chapter 697 Zhao Ji: I'll Protect You (Win an iPad with Monthly Tickets)

Looking at the panda in front of him, which was as big as a small mountain, the face behind the mask of the Eastern God King remained completely expressionless.

She looked indifferently at the panda and the Northern God King beside it, then slowly began to speak.

"Actually, back when the four of us were discussing our plans together, I already guessed that we would eventually go our separate ways."

"Because your stance is not firm, and your minds are somewhat wavering."

"Therefore, I have never really considered you as like-minded friends."

"Now it seems I was right."

Before Qiu Tu could retaliate after hearing the condescending words of the Eastern God King, the Northern God King, standing to the side, waved his folding fan and said, "Takikawa Ei, what are you pretending for?"

"We've known each other for so many years, we know each other's true colors, thoughts, and personalities very well."