Let them offer their loyalty!
Chapter 1142 - 530: Promoted to Two States Garrison Commander! (10,000 Characters for Monthly Ticket)_2

In the end, in times of chaos, if the Speaker doesn't have military power, they are simply a toothless tiger, unable to suppress the local power.

Therefore, he would also stand on Qiu Tu's side.

As a result, Qiu Tu gained 6 out of the 8 votes, securing an absolute dominant position.

It was precisely this consideration that led Qiu Tu to deliberately show Pang Haichen and Pei Jing who is in charge in Liangzhou.

Let them understand who is now the master of the two states.

Qiu Tu is not good at much else, but he excels at observing the situation and gauging people's thoughts.

Last night, he had just taken down two major Evil Gods, reaching the pinnacle of his reputation. If not now, when else should he show off his strength, gather confidants, and boost morale?

Wait until his reputation falls? Until no one remembers his heroic feats?

Moreover, if the Guardian of the Two States were someone else, Qiu Tu might not be so excessive. But the Guardian is Pang Haichen.

His two superiors were wiped out; he's probably living in constant fear, feeling guilty and too scared to confront me head-on.

What's more... Qiu Tu thinks this might be exactly what Rao Shou and Tang Wanfeng want...

Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but look towards the east.

In his "vision," it seemed he saw those two elders, strategizing and firmly holding the Eighth Sanctuary in their hands...

.....

Meanwhile, as Qiu Tu contemplated Rao Shou and Tang Wanfeng's minds,

the two top figures of the Eighth Sanctuary were sitting in the same car, each pondering the other's thoughts.

Tang Wanfeng was wearing a Zhongshan suit, his slicked-back hair gleaming, looking spirited.

Perhaps because he had advanced to the Fifth Order, his hair had returned from gray to black, making him look at least 10 years younger.

"Old Rao... now the second tooth of the 'Academic Faction' has been pulled. Pull two more, and the effect will be minimal."

"The New State is coming soon. Should we discuss our plans for Qiu Tu?"

Rao Shou still donned his antiquated Hanfu, his hair in a bun, complemented by his snow-white hair and beard, giving an impression that he might ascend to immortality at any moment.

Hearing Tang Wanfeng's words, he smiled, stroking his beard, and said, "Indeed, we should talk about our plans for him."

"How about... we each write a character on our hand and then show it to each other together?"

"To see if we're thinking alike?"

The two obviously had a good friendship and frequently played such games.

Thus, hearing Rao Shou's suggestion, Tang Wanfeng chuckled twice and nodded in agreement, "No problem."

"Let's each write a character and show it together."

As Rao Shou nodded, Tang Wanfeng opened his palm, focused his mind, and a character instantly appeared in the center of his palm.

Both were Fifth-Order Calamity Beings, their use of Cataclysmic Power honed to perfection.

Thus, there was no need for a pen; spiritual power could influence reality.

Having finished writing, Tang Wanfeng closed his hand.

By then, Rao Shou had also finished, extending his hand forward.

Seeing this, Tang Wanfeng placed his hand on top of Rao Shou's hand.

With their hands together, they opened them simultaneously, revealing the same character: '肆'!

Seeing the identical characters, the two elders exchanged glances and then burst into hearty laughter.

After the laughter, Rao Shou turned serious and asked, "Can you bear it?"

Upon hearing Rao Shou's words, Tang Wanfeng's face showed complete composure. He replied, "What's there to bear or not? Children will have their own fortunes."

"As the leaders of the Sanctuary, we must prioritize the bigger picture."

"Though I'm not too optimistic about the path he's chosen. But... even if that path doesn't reach its end, if it can help humans take a few more steps forward and create some positive impact, that's enough."

Rao Shou, emanating an ethereal aura, nodded, then said, "In that case, when the time comes, you make the announcement."

Tang Wanfeng slightly nodded.

Whether it was finally reaching an agreement on the last issue or needing a certain degree of boldness and courage to make this decision, after discussing this matter, both men closed their eyes to rest, no longer speaking.

Thus, soon the convoy arrived at the State Government of the New State "Trading Market."

Just as they entered the city range, Qiu Tu and Pei Jing were already waiting on the main thoroughfare.

The two senior frontier officials were enough to warrant Elder Tang and Elder Pei's attention.

So they did not refuse to follow them, but instead invited them into the car for some casual conversation.

Soon, the group arrived at the State Council, with Pang Haichen waiting at the door.

After a few polite exchanges, the three leaders walked inside together.

Pang Haichen managed to keep his composure, his expression unchanged throughout, not asking about the matter of Councilman Tian being taken away.

Upon entering the meeting room, the three waved away their entourages, leaving only Qiu Tu behind.

Qiu Tu took out from the "Space Mirror" the "Boundless Divine Crystal" formed from the two Sixth Tier Evil Gods.

The Sixth Tier Evil Gods, dead yet not diminished. Even if fallen, the aura on the "Boundless Divine Crystal" remained strong enough to make one's hairs stand on end.

After carefully examining the two "Boundless Divine Crystals," Rao Shou and Tang Wanfeng's faces showed heightened excitement.

Tang Wanfeng even uttered three "good" words.

Only Pang Haichen felt his heart sinking ever deeper the more he checked.

Before seeing the corpses of the Yaksha and Beautiful Wind, he still harbored a sliver of hope in his heart—what if Qiu Tu was really just fabricating battle merits?