Chapter 2712

Is this right?

This has absolutely nothing to do with it!

Not related in the slightest.

It's so forced it doesn't even count as a connection.

Gu Qing looked at Zhao Chi's expression and smiled: "Alright, my lord, don't overthink it. None of us three know anything, and no matter how we think or discuss it, there will be no result. Didn't you say you'd go to the front lines in a couple of days to meet up with Sister Li Ruanyu and the others? Just ask them then if they have any clues."

"That's the only way then."

But Zhao Chi held no hope in his heart.

Li Ruanyu and Shangguan Ting were indeed knowledgeable.

But once it came to the situation on Zhao Chi's side, it was hard for them to fully understand it.

After all, Zhao Chi's side was too special.

It was probably another unsolved case.

Zhuang Ya smiled: "It's not a bad thing, isn't it better to become more beautiful? Zhao Chi likes it too, and the skill bonuses we get during combat will be even greater. In short, there's no downside."

Gu Qing smiled: "Indeed, there's no downside, but you'll have to endure a bit longer at night. With you looking like this, not only my lord, but even I can hardly hold back. No wonder I felt just now that you were even more gorgeous than before."

Zhuang Ya bit her lip: "It doesn't matter. If Zhao Chi wants... I'll endure a bit longer, but it's best to go to the back room. After all, my situation... won't change just by increasing the appearance attribute by 1 point."

Zhao Chi said: "I originally had no such intention at all, but you two stop talking like that, or I really will drag you both into the Phoenix Chant Tower..."

Gu Qing smiled: "Pick at your leisure, anytime you want, no need to hold back. What's there to be polite about with us two?"

Zhao Chi smiled: "The early morning hours are exclusively for you two today. Just wait and see..."

Although having one more question made Zhao Chi very irritable.

It had to be said, it was a good thing.

The entertainment in the early morning needed no elaboration; Zhao Chi would definitely be happier and would exert himself more, that was inevitable.

Using spiritual techniques during combat could also give them an extra 25% bonus, and that was the most practical part.

Gu Qing asked: "That Battalion Commander Yao Feng... you've seen her?"

"Ah? Yes."

"How is she?"

Zhao Chi became alert: "What are you doing? Why bring her up suddenly?"

Gu Qing smiled: "Seeing your expression, you must have guessed. Tell me~ How is Yao Feng?"

Zhao Chi flatly refused: "Gu Qing, don't play matchmaker recklessly. How could there be anything between me and Battalion Commander Yao?"

Gu Qing smiled: "Is it because she's too old? 35 is indeed a bit old, right?"

Saying this, she looked at Zhuang Ya.

Zhuang Ya also nodded: "Mm, Zhao Chi is just 21. Finding a 35-year-old woman... seems a bit mismatched, but if she's kind, beautiful, and strong in power... then Zhao Chi wouldn't be at a disadvantage."

Gu Qing said: "Right, and older women know how to care for people. Yao Feng's strength is one equivalent tier higher than Sister Li Ruanyu and Sister Shangguan. If my lord could... My lord, what does she look like?"

Zhao Chi didn't want to discuss it at all.

He waved his hand: "Me and Yao Feng have absolutely no possibility. Let's talk about something else."

Gu Qing nodded: "Fine, we'll talk about something else, but you must tell me about her appearance? From a man's perspective."

Zhao Chi sighed: "Probably like you when you were 35... Of course, the you from before. The you of now is unrivaled, truly capable of toppling nations and cities."

Zhuang Ya was surprised: "So Yao Feng isn't also very beautiful?"

Zhao Chi nodded: "Indeed, she is very beautiful. The kind of stunning beauty, a woman with a strong mature charm, but... forget it, I really have no interest in her."

Gu Qing nodded: "Talking about this now is indeed a bit early, but I suggest my lord keep her as an option. If you want someone young, there are plenty to choose from in the territory, anytime you want. But those with both strength and beauty should be rare."

Zhao Chi said: "Understood."

Gu Qing continued: "Actually, appearance isn't that important; the main thing is being able to help you... Of course, some women are unwilling to share a man with other women, in which case, forget it. But given how chaotic the world is right now, if Yao Feng's character is good, and she doesn't mind having us around, I still suggest you consider it more."

Zhao Chi nodded: "I know what you mean, but right now... it really hasn't reached that stage. Let's talk about something else."

Gu Qing said: "Alright, I understand, but I still want to add one more thing. In most cases, blood relations are the most reliable, and intimate relations are the next most reliable. Of course, this assumes reliable character. If possible, I hope you won't rule someone out just because of their age, and even... she might not be a virgin anymore."

Zhao Chi really didn't know how to respond.

But he understood Gu Qing's meaning.

Knowing she did it for his sake.

If he could really get Yao Feng, Zhao Chi's external strength would truly surge by another notch.

Getting her... would inevitably require an intimate relationship.

Gu Qing believed that only a woman who gave both body and soul completely could be considered reliable.

Of course.

In this world, there are also many women who use their bodies as chips, not taking it seriously at all.

But Gu Qing was very accurate in judging people; such women, she would naturally never let Zhao Chi trust.

And Yao Feng was the instructor of Li Ruanyu and Shangguan Ting.

Since these two excellent people were trained by Yao Feng, Gu Qing instinctively felt that Yao Feng must not be simple either; at the very least, her character should be without issue.

However, Zhao Chi really had no such thought right now.

And there was no timing either.

Matters like this depend on fate.

As long as Zhao Chi was given time, relying solely on the women currently by his side, he could also grow to a terrifying level of strength.

Next, Zhao Chi told the two of them about the Tree of Eternity and the story of the Righteous Woman's Hatred.

The two of them were so surprised they stopped eating.

Gu Qing said: "The World Tree has been successfully planted? And there's a Tree Spirit?"

Zhuang Ya frowned: "The World Tree was always independent—why would it have a tree spirit? Zhao Chi, you weren't fooled, were you?"

Zhao Chi shook his head: "The system clearly states it—there should be no problem."

"That's truly amazing…" Zhuang Ya murmured.

Gu Qing asked softly: "Will the tree spirit appear again tonight?"

Zhao Chi said: "Yes, tonight you'll meet her. She's already this tall—same as the flower spirit—but far more beautiful."

Gu Qing smiled: "You really never lack beautiful women around you—even the tree spirit is beautiful?"

Zhao Chi spread his hands: "How would I know?"

Gu Qing said: "Since we still have to wait until tonight, give me a 'Fierce Woman's Hatred' to look at—what kind of elixir is this, so effective?"

Zhao Chi pulled out two and handed them to Gu Qing and Zhuang Ya.

Gu Qing stared curiously, and as she stared, her cheeks grew slightly flushed…

Her smile turned peculiar.

What was she thinking?

But Zhuang Ya was clearly stunned.

She couldn't help saying: "My god… I was already weak enough—if I take this elixir, won't my energy surge nonstop from start to finish?"

Gu Qing laughed: "How blissful—that's something I almost envy you for."

Zhuang Ya shook her head: "Envy me? I'm the one who envies you—I want to be able to be intimate with Zhao Chi face-to-face, not just lie there unable to do anything…"

Gu Qing said: "I understand. But each has its own advantages—we envy you, you envy us, really it's much the same. And if you want more interaction with Zhao Chi, there's also the rear option—it's a compromise."

"Mm…" Zhuang Ya nodded silently.

They chatted a little longer.

Gu Qing rose: "I've learned everything I need—I'll go inspect the territories right away. My lord, call me anytime—I'm always at your service."

"Good."

Zhuang Ya asked: "What about me? I don't need to go to Chaoge Town—should we head to the forge? Should we tell Tang Ruan first?"

Zhao Chi shook his head: "No need—Tang Ruan knows. Let's go straight to the arms factory. Work hard today; when the Taiyi Fragment expires tonight, we'll have it easier."

"Good! Come in!"

After so long, entering Zhuang Ya's side again.

Feeling her scorching body.

Forging with Zhuang Ya was truly different.

Her 'Oath of Flame' skill boosts all fire-based effects by 50%.

It applies to anything involving fire—including forging flames.

And not only did Zhuang Ya use her skill herself—enhanced by Zhao Chi's female immortal teacher's buff, their spiritual pressure, and Zhuang Ya's affection level toward Zhao Chi—the 'Oath of Flame' effect surged from +50% fire effect to +400% fire effect.