Then, Let Them Offer Their Loyalty! Chapter 1739 - 710: Doris Pledges Her Loyalty

Recalling the tenets of the "Emotional Handbook," he offered a smile and gently patted Doris's hand. Creating a slight space between them, he then responded,

"Your Lord jest. "

"I am an honorable individual and do not participate in human trafficking, nor would I ever sell myself."

Had Qiu Tu succumbed to her earlier advances, Doris might have found the encounter quite uninteresting.

However, his present refusal and clear rejection sparked a flicker of intrigue within her porcelain-complexioned face.

She too leaned back, momentarily increasing the distance between them. While swirling the wine in her glass, she directed her gaze at Qiu Tu and playfully remarked, "It is said that Speaker Qiu possesses a fondest for beauties, always seen surrounded by them."

"Yet, I find you remarkably unfazed by charm."

Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu approached Doris, leaning with a certain elegance against the railing. He stated, "Those are mere fabrications from the envious."

"In truth, I have always been impervious to beauty."

He declared with feigned righteousness, "Beauties hold no interest for me whatsoever."

"Ha ha ha." Doris erupted in laughter at Qiu Tu's declaration, appearing as though she had just heard the most amusing jest. She swayed back and forth, and in her mirth, the strap on her right shoulder slid down, revealing her fragrant shoulder.

Her delicate skin and collarbone gleamed brilliantly in the night, making it incredibly difficult to avert one's gaze.

Concluding her laughter, Doris tilted her head, parted her crimson lips, and inquired teasingly, "If Speaker Qiu does not fancy beauty, then what does capture your affection?"

"You must have certain inclinations, correct?"

Hearing Doris's question, Qiu Tu turned to face her, a glint of amusement in his eyes as he replied, "I find satisfaction in resolving problems."

"Resolving problems?" Doris appeared momentarily perplexed.

Qiu Tu extended his hand towards Doris's neck, his fingers then gracefully sweeping through the air near her collarbone, moving upwards towards her inviting shoulder.

Although he made no physical contact, Doris distinctly felt a warm breath graze her collarbone and shoulder, sending a shiver down her spine.

This subtle sensation caused Doris's heart to flutter, her gaze softening with an undeniable vulnerability.

At that precise moment, Qiu Tu's hand, which had been lingering near Doris's shoulder, gently lifted the fallen strap, repositioning it atop her shoulder.

He then softly answered Doris's query, "Indeed. Resolving problems."

"For instance, you... you present a rather exquisite problem."

It was evident that while Doris possessed considerable skill in the art of flirtation, Qiu Tu was even more masterful.

A faint blush crept onto Doris's cheeks, and a soft sheen of moisture appeared in her eyes.

Biting her lip gently, she met Qiu Tu's gaze and inquired, "Speaker Qiu, has anyone ever mentioned your remarkable prowess in charming women?"

Qiu Tu emitted a soft chuckle. Leaning back against the railing, he gazed towards the heavens and responded, "Not precisely."

"However, someone did remark that I excel at capturing hearts."

Doris's eyes curved slightly as she heard this, and she asked, "Speaker Qiu, are you not curious whether my heart has been captured?"

Qiu Tu turned his head to look at her, his gaze briefly resting on Doris's ample bosom before he replied, "Curiosity is not my driving force. However, I am willing to investigate."

"Ha ha ha." This time, Doris's laughter was less boisterous; she subtly straightened her posture as if for emphasis, her chest trembling with amusement.

The soft contours swayed before Qiu Tu's eyes, momentarily disrupting his composure and eliciting an internal curse,

"What a siren."

Doris clearly possessed an exceptional talent for navigating the complexities of male-female dynamics. She keenly perceived the subtle shift in Qiu Tu's demeanor.

Her eyes narrowed ever so slightly, and a beautiful smile graced her stunning features.

Perhaps sensing that her objective for the evening might be difficult to achieve, she gracefully steered the conversation in a new direction.

Her lovely eyes gradually cleared, and her expression became serious once more. She took a sip of the red wine from her glass, then looked up at the star-filled sky, remarking, "Qiu Tu, a few days ago, you sent us a message."

"Indicating that the West God King was not deceased and had opened the 'World Channel.'"

"This likely signals the potential commencement of another 'Divine King War.'"

"When the 'Heavenly God Battlefield' descends, what course of action should we pursue?"

Witnessing Doris's abandonment of seductive overtures, Qiu Tu's previously unsettled heart gradually found its calm.

He reached out and gently encircled Doris's fragrant shoulder.

Despite Doris's captivating figure, she felt yielding and soft in his embrace, like flowing water.

[Emotional Handbook] [108 Ways to Enhance Feelings] Rule #13: Resist granting a woman her desires too readily. Excessive compliance can be perceived as weakness.

Conversely, when she least expects it, a surprise can be a potent tool.

The true worth of a "gift" is found in the element of surprise, the unexpectedness of it, rather than merely fulfilling desires.

In this day and age, with countless holidays throughout the year, what girl is genuinely touched by ordinary gifts from men? They are simply expected and taken for granted.

Such instances strip away the fundamental value of a "gift.".

Only something that surpasses all expectations can truly be considered a "gift.".

Both tangible "gifts" and unexpected "emotional advancements" share this commonality.

Thus, when Qiu Tu, who had consistently rejected her advances, unexpectedly took the initiative to place his hand on her shoulder, initiating physical contact, Doris, as anticipated, regarded him with a degree of surprise.

At this precise moment, Qiu Tu gazed towards the celestial expanse and then uttered, "Regardless of whether the West God King initiates the 'World Channel,' this 'Divine King War' is an inevitability.".

Doris initially interpreted Qiu Tu's words to mean that the Divine King would undoubtedly discover this world.

However, before she could voice her inquiry, Qiu Tu shifted the topic abruptly, stating, "Because... this world has become too confined; it can no longer hold my aspirations.".