Chapter 2562

Zhang Jingzong nodded, uncorked the bottle, and a fragrant herbal scent wafted out. Before Zhang Yihang could even identify the contents, Zhang Jingzong downed the liquid in one gulp.

As the medicine entered his body, Zhang Jingzong felt a wave of warmth rise within him. It was gentle and soothing, like returning to his mother’s embrace. This comfort relaxed him, and he slowly drifted into sleep.

Meanwhile, Zhu Yanyi quickly threw out a string of golden needles. As the needles passed through her meridians, Zhang Yihang noticed her grandson’s pale face gradually turning rosy.

Zhu Yanyi continued the needle treatment. First, she restored Zhang Jingzong’s spiritual root, then her innate talent. As the needles stimulated the acupoints, she took out a Bone-Cleansing Pill and placed it in Zhang Jingzong’s mouth. Her previously blocked meridians slowly opened up.

His body was mostly recovered; the final step was surgery to restore his throat.

Zhu Yanyi casually produced a small box. "Fortunately, I was bored recently and refined some vocal cords. Today is the perfect time to use them."

Using golden needles to stabilize Zhang Jingzong’s throat area, she made a precise incision with a scalpel. Her hands moved with blurring speed, leaving no trace.

The crowd fell into absolute silence. It was so quiet that the sound of a falling leaf hitting the water surface seemed incredibly clear.

Next, Zhu Yanyi took out some medicinal powder and liquid to set up a medicinal formation.

"This is one of the medicinal formations, the Taiyuan Array. It will help restore Jingzong’s voice and body." After finishing the surgery and stitching the wound, she applied a layer of medicinal ointment. Then, Zhu Yanyi rested nearby, waiting for Zhang Jingzong to wake up naturally.

"What happened to Yu'er?" Zhang Yihang asked Zhu Yanyi.

"The surgery is done. His spiritual root is restored, and his talent has been repaired. Now, he needs to recover his energy. The most primitive way to restore energy is sleep. He is sleeping now."

Zhu Yanyi spoke slowly, then looked at Zhang Yihang. "Actually, while she sleeps, you can proceed with the second round. Her recovery sleep will last at least seven days. I need to stay here for seven days to prevent anyone from harming or disturbing her."

"Disturbance is the main concern. Anything under repair will develop cracks if disturbed, making the repair imperfect." Zhu Yanyi looked at Zhang Yihang, then seemed to remember something and said to Yan Aohan, "Husband, come set up a barrier. Don’t let anyone disturb her."

Yan Aohan snapped his fingers, and a small barrier covered Zhang Jingzong. Inside the barrier, Zhang Jingzong slept peacefully, undisturbed by anyone.

To be safe, Zhu Yanyi took out a reclining chair, lay down, and said to Zhang Yihang, "Sect Master Zhang, please don’t be polite. Rest a bit. Let them continue the competition."

Seeing Zhu Yanyi’s attitude, Zhang Yihang had no objections. She sat cross-legged nearby, as the final result would only be known after Zhang Jingzong woke up.

"Then, let the second round begin," the Immortal Emperor announced.

The second round was a team disciple match. For the Azure Sovereign Qingdi Sect, Yun Ling and Cui Wan competed. Their opponents were a pair of twin cultivators from the Hundred Changes Hall.

The twin cultivators looked at Yun Ling and Cui Wan. One said, "We brothers share a single mind. Are you sure you still want to fight?"

"How can it be called a competition if we don’t fight?" Cui Wan smiled. "Besides, the world’s envy isn’t just for sibling bonds, but also for classmate and sect bonds. So, just do your best."

The twin brothers were indeed very powerful. Their shared mind was a unique trait, and their cultivation methods complemented each other.

When Zhu Yanyi learned the opponents were twins, she knew this match wouldn’t be easy, but she trusted Cui Wan and Yun Ling.

Cui Wan and Yun Ling did not disappoint her. As the brothers charged, they drew their swords simultaneously. Yun Ling took the left, Cui Wan the right. Based on the Taiji Two-Yin Array and their complementary sword techniques, they suppressed the twins to one side.

Zhang Yihang, who was always curious about arrays, was even more intrigued now. He watched Yun Ling and Cui Wan’s swordplay closely, his eyes full of scrutiny, as if trying to record every move.

Cui Wan and Yun Ling cooperated perfectly. The twins finally had to admit defeat. They couldn’t influence the opponents at all, so surrendering was the only option.

Seeing the twins admit defeat, Cui Wan and Yun Ling high-fived and came over to Zhu Yanyi. "Master (Sect Leader), we did not fail the Azure Sovereign Qingdi Sect’s teachings."

"That’s enough. I saw it. We’ll celebrate when we return. Go stand aside for now," Zhu Yanyi said with a smile.

Cui Wan and Yun Ling stepped down, and Gong Jue came up next.

Gong Jue was gentle and elegant, seeming to pose no threat. However, after observing the Azure Sovereign Qingdi Sect for some time, no one here considered Gong Jue a mere placeholder.

Gong Jue smiled as he ascended the stage. The Ice Snow City also sent a representative.

The young man from Ice Snow City appeared to be about the same age as Gong Jue.

If Gong Jue was like the wind, unpredictable, then the young man from Ice Snow City was like ice, radiating coldness all over.

"It’s a Snow Demon," Zhu Yanyi saw through the young man’s true nature at a glance.

Yan Aohan, standing beside her, saw it even more clearly. "Indeed, a Snow Demon. But this is expected. Ice Snow City is cold and icy all year round. Demon cultivators who go there inevitably develop biased attributes, so appearing as a Snow Demon is very normal."

Zhu Yanyi nodded and smiled. "A Snow Demon’s transformation is indeed impressive. This time, it depends on Gong Jue."

Zhu Yanyi smiled confidently, not worried about Gong Jue.

Every disciple’s experience was a precious collection for her. Zhu Yanyi would never interfere with them.

Gong Jue’s abilities were evident. Zhu Yanyi wasn’t worried. As long as Gong Jue performed at her usual level, this round would not be hard to win.

Gong Jue stepped onto the stage. This was his first time fighting alone. He looked at his opponent, equally young, but the cold air around him seemed ready to strike at any moment. Gong Jue smiled slightly.

She cultivated techniques, which were unpredictable. Even though the opponent’s cold aura was strong, she only smiled.

Gong Jue’s hands began to move rapidly, sealing his safest positions in the surroundings before facing his opponent with a smile.