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As he spoke, he glanced at the Vast Ocean God King beside him.

Ever since being rejected by the Heavy Stone God King, the Vast Ocean God King has been sitting there with his eyes closed.

Even when Qiu Tu and the Heavy Stone God King clashed, it only caused him to furrow his brow slightly.

Only when the Heavy Stone God King looked at him did he slowly open his eyes.

The tacit understanding between the two over the years allowed him to easily understand the intentions of the Heavy Stone God King.

So he paused slightly, then smiled again as he looked at Qiu Tu and asked, "I also heard about this from Qiu Tu's adjutant."

"I wonder how Qiu Tu, the God-King, is progressing with his 'Celestial Divine Technique'? Has he succeeded?"

In reality, it's rare for a god-king to inquire about another's information so directly. After all, strength is inherently a highly secretive matter.

However... Qiu Tu's seclusion to cultivate the Heavenly God Technique had already caused quite a stir and was known to everyone. Furthermore, it involved the "God King Conference," so it wasn't a problem for the Vast Ocean God King to ask about it.

Therefore, all the god-kings present couldn't help but turn their gazes to Qiu Tu, wanting to hear how he would answer.

Upon hearing Han Hai's words, Qiu Tu smiled and explained to the two, "I apologize for making Your Majesty Chong Shi and Lord Han Hai laugh at me."

"I did not practice any 'Celestial Techniques' during this seclusion."

"My adjutant only guessed that I practiced 'Celestial Techniques,' which is why she reported it this way to you all."

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, the scene immediately fell silent.

None of the gods present expected Qiu Tu to be so honest.

In fact, everyone knew from the beginning that Qiu Tu's cultivation of the "Celestial Divine Technique" was just an excuse. Even the God Kings didn't believe it.

But today, Qiu Tu's aura was simply too overwhelming. Moreover, that powerful presence proved that Qiu Tu was definitely not an ordinary Level Two God King. That's why he began to doubt whether Guan Xiao's report was true.

However, when the God King of the Vast Ocean asked the question, all the other God Kings thought there was only one answer: to admit it.

After all, this was the excuse Guan Xiao gave for reporting it.

The real useful information lies in how Qiu Tu manages to smooth things over after admitting his guilt.

For example... if you are really cultivating a "divine skill", then say that you have succeeded; if... the "divine skill" is an excuse, then say that the progress is a bit slow.

As it turned out, Qiu Tu directly denied the rumor. This left Qiu Tu without a legitimate reason for being late and also unfairly accused Guan Xiao of deceiving her superiors.

Therefore, the gods present all shook their heads inwardly. They felt that Qiu Tu was too honest, and such an answer was far too easy for others to find fault with him.

Sure enough, upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, the Sea God King's beady eyes lit up, and he stroked his goatee, a sly smile playing on his lips, "You didn't cultivate any Heavenly God Techniques?"

"But... I've already submitted a report to my superiors."

"This seems a bit tricky."

Upon hearing the words of the Vast Ocean God King, all the God Kings present secretly thought, "As expected."

They knew that the God King of the Vast Ocean wouldn't let go of this opportunity to suppress Qiu Tu.

'Qiu Tu is in trouble...'

As a result, while all the god-kings present were thinking the same thing, Qiu Tu smiled as if nothing had happened and said, "There's nothing difficult about it."

"Although my seclusion wasn't for cultivating a 'Celestial Divine Skill,' it was for cultivating my 'Innate Divine Skill.'"

"Lord Hanhai, you can simply change two words."

After saying that, Qiu Tu ignored everyone's reactions and walked to his seat with a beaming smile.

He was relieved, but the god-kings present were all stunned!

For a moment, the atmosphere in the entire hall seemed to freeze. The expression on the face of the Vast Ocean God King was completely frozen!

My signature divine skill?

That's a true trump card that only some powerful god-kings can possess. A powerful "innate divine skill" can even rival the "world origin" of a small world, and can even change the laws of the world.

Without exception, all God-Kings who possess a "Destined Divine Skill" can advance to Level 5 and become "Guardian God-Kings".

The reason why the Heavy Stone God King has been able to withstand Elena's pressure in the "Execution Department" all these years is because he has already developed a prototype of a "Destined Divine Skill". In a few more years, he will probably be able to refine the "Destined Divine Skill".

Therefore, theoretically, he was already a worthy candidate to "guard the God King," which is why so many people were willing to support him.

He was already a fourth-level God King when he started creating his "Innate Divine Skill." And now Qiu Tu is only at level two, yet he already has one?

Such a comparison could not possibly fail to shock the assembled god-kings.

At this moment, Qiu Tu was indeed oblivious to the psychological changes of the assembled god-kings. He walked to the front of the long table, found his seat, and then plopped down on it.

The "Execution Department" is one of the largest departments in the "Temple - West Branch", so it has the most God Kings, with a total of 23 God Kings.

The God King in charge is the Heavy Stone God King, with the Vast Ocean God King, Qiu Tu, and two other Level 3 God Kings as his deputies. In addition, there are 19 Level 1 and Level 2 God Kings.

Some of these god-kings are heads of departments under the "Execution Department"; some are more ambitious and waiting for a suitable position; and others are more laid-back, not wanting to manage affairs, only occasionally taking on a task to accumulate merit.

Whether considering his position or his actual abilities, Qiu Tu is almost certainly among the top five in the "Execution Department".

Therefore, his position is the second one from the right on the table.

After they were seated, the gods present came to their senses.

Perhaps because the news brought by Qiu Tu was too shocking, the entire hall was in turmoil. The god kings were exchanging glances and sharing their opinions on the matter.

Some were shocked, some were wary, some wanted to extend goodwill, and of course... most were suspicious.

"Innate Divine Skills" are extremely rare. Although some Level Two God Kings can comprehend and create them, they are all exceptionally talented individuals who lead the times.

Half of them even achieved the rank of high-level god-king, becoming giants who controlled all major pathways.

As a result, Qiu Tu also comprehended his "innate divine skill" when he was a second-level god king?

This is indeed hard to believe easily.

So, after exchanging glances, the gods began to subtly look at Qiu Tu, trying to discern whether he was serious or just bluffing.

The heavy stone god king, sitting in the main seat, keenly sensed the change in the atmosphere of the hall.

Although he was somewhat shocked that Qiu Tu had gone into seclusion for the sake of his "innate divine skill," he knew even more that what he needed to do now was to take control of the situation!

Therefore, he gave Qiu Tu a deep look and offered a word of encouragement, "If God King Qiu Tu's seclusion is to create a 'Destined Divine Skill,' then it will be even more joyous news for our 'Execution Department.'"

"However, it's time for the 'God King Conference' now, so let's begin."

After saying that, he tapped the table lightly, then looked at the God King of the Vast Ocean and said, "Let's continue."

At first glance, the words of the Heavy Stone God King sound like encouragement, but upon closer examination, one can find that the key word in his entire statement is "if".

In other words, everything depends on the premise that Qiu Tu did not lie.

But... who knows if Qiu Tu was lying?

So... this is actually more like a question.

Almost all the god-kings present were shrewd and intelligent, so they easily understood the meaning behind the words of the Heavy Stone God-King.

Therefore, for a time, the gods began to exchange glances more frequently.

At this moment, the God King of the Vast Ocean also keenly sensed that the atmosphere in the hall had reversed again, so he did not give Qiu Tu a chance to retaliate or answer. He directly picked up the report and calmly began to read it again.

Soon, the entire hall was filled with the monotone voice of the Vast Sea God King.

In an instant, the once restless hall returned to calm.

However, unlike the calm before Qiu Tu entered the main hall, this calm had a kind of calm before the storm.

Everyone knows that Qiu Tu came to the "God King Conference" because he wanted to do something. And everyone also knows that the Heavy Stone God King's side actually didn't want Qiu Tu to come to the "God King Conference".

Now, regardless of the reason, both sides are already seated at the "God King Conference," so a conflict is inevitable.

For the stagnant "Execution Department," this was a once-in-a-century event, so no one wanted to miss this moment of clash between the two sides.

The Vast Ocean God King spoke calmly, as if chanting a sutra, "As instructed by the 'Temple Headquarters,' our main focus for the next few years will be infiltrating the 'Immortal Heavenly Tomb.'"

"According to intelligence, two high-ranking God-Kings from the 'Immortal Heavenly Tomb' have arrived in the 'West,' and it's unclear what they're plotting."

"Although the 'Immortal Path' doesn't belong to the upper paths, its combat power is considerable. Furthermore, they have some antagonistic relationships with the other paths, so... they have always been a key focus of our attention."

"This task will be undertaken by the Coldwing God-King..."

As the God King of the Vast Ocean recounted the mission, Qiu Tu listened quietly from the side.

Unlike what others thought, Qiu Tu didn't really come here today with the intention of causing trouble. Because, to some extent, as long as he successfully made his appearance and showed off, he would have already torn a hole in the strict rule of the Heavy Stone God King.

Although he has indeed successfully learned the "innate divine skill" created for him by Zhao Ji, his strength is still quite far from that of the Heavy Stone God King.

Therefore, there is no need for him to continue provoking the Heavy Stone God King at this time.

With this positive mindset, Qiu Tu remained almost completely silent during the following meeting, sitting there quietly like a mascot, neither speaking nor offering opinions, nor making any other moves.

At first, the God Kings present were watching Qiu Tu closely, wondering if he intended to bide his time and make a big move later.

As time passed and Qiu Tu still showed no reaction, they gradually withdrew their thoughts and continued to slack off.

And so, quickly, in this strange atmosphere, the entire meeting ended. Nothing happened.

The God King of the Vast Ocean was still on tenterhooks as he read the report and explained the work arrangements.

But gradually, seeing that Qiu Tu really didn't seem to have any intention of causing trouble, he felt relieved.

So, when other god-kings spoke later, he began to think more and more.

Did Qiu Tu really create a "divine skill of destiny"?

Doesn't he know the power and importance of his "innate divine skill"?

Why...didn't he take the opportunity to do something and continue to challenge the position of the Heavy Stone God King?

Thinking of this, the God King of the Vast Ocean couldn't help but have the same guess as all the other God Kings: Qiu Tu... could he be joking?

Actually... his seclusion wasn't because of his "innate divine skill" at all?

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Oh no, it's getting later and later...

I'll try my best to adjust, otherwise I'll be doomed if I fall back into the cycle of irregular sleep patterns.

Chapter 783 How could Qiu Tu be so strong? (Seeking monthly votes)

Thinking this, the God King of the Vast Ocean couldn't help but glance at Qiu Tu again.

Qiu Tu remained the same as when he sat down, calm and composed, showing neither arrogance nor fear, making it impossible to discern his inner thoughts.

However, in the eyes of the God King of the Vast Ocean, Qiu Tu's lack of any performance was actually a very unusual thing.

After all, putting themselves in the other's shoes, the Heavy Stone God King and the Vast Ocean God King had previously tricked Qiu Tu, and later even sent people to ambush and kill Qiu Tu's confidants, so the hatred between the two sides had already deepened. If the Vast Ocean God King had comprehended and created the "Innate Divine Skill," then he would definitely not let go of this opportunity to strike at the Heavy Stone God King's faction.

There's no room for weakness or reconciliation in politics. So... does Qiu Tu's lack of action prove that he's actually quite insecure?

Given how difficult it is to create a "natal divine skill," Qiu Tu is unlikely to be able to create and comprehend it in just a few days.

So... Qiu Tu was indeed bluffing...

Thinking this way, the God King of the Vast Ocean suddenly felt that everything was going smoothly.

He felt that Qiu Tu was either lying, that his seclusion had nothing to do with his "innate divine skill," or that... he had indeed comprehended a bit of his "innate divine skill," but was exaggerating his progress to bluff.

Thinking of this, the God King of the Vast Ocean suddenly felt that he should do something.

'Perhaps...we should arrange for a God-King to test Qiu Tu?'

Thinking this through, even the God King of the Vast Ocean couldn't help but hesitate. After all... this was indeed something that could cause some unexpected complications.

But... if he does nothing, the consequences might be even worse.

—Qiu Tu told all the God-Kings that he was in seclusion to create his "Destined Divine Skill," and the fact that the Heavy Stone God-King's side did not raise any questions meant they tacitly accepted Qiu Tu's explanation. Therefore, the other God-Kings would genuinely believe Qiu Tu's words.

After the God King Conference ends, the news of Qiu Tu creating the "Destined Divine Skill" will gradually spread within the "Execution Department".

Such an important event will soon change the direction of the entire "Execution Department".

At that time, the rule of the Heavy Stone God King will inevitably be severely affected. Even if Qiu Tu is exposed again, it will only be a matter of making amends, and it will not be able to return to the way things were before.

Secondly... even if Qiu Tu's seclusion was truly for the sake of his "innate divine skill," and he wasn't lying, then the Vast Ocean God King and the Heavy Stone God King should still find out about his progress and the effects of the "innate divine skill" he created.

Today, Qiu Tu was in the wrong first, so it is reasonable for the God King of the Vast Ocean and others to conduct a test.

Once today is over, everything will be settled. Even if the God King of the Vast Sea is still curious about Qiu Tu's "innate divine skill," he will no longer be able to probe such a private matter.

Then all of that will become Qiu Tu's secret.