Chapter 2541

"Right there, a living person with a huge belly, not even hiding it. When did you get blind?" The Immortal Empress mocked. "I think even if you aren't blind now, Yan Aohan will make you truly blind soon."

"Wife, don't be so heartless," the Immortal Emperor hurriedly said.

The Immortal Empress rolled her eyes. "When you were plotting against her, did you think she would seek revenge?"

"I really forgot that Zhu Yanyi was pregnant," the Immortal Emperor sighed. "Forget it. After this is over, I’ll apologize to Yan Aohan."

The Immortal Empress glanced at him. "I think you’d better prepare for the consequences. You plotted against Yanyi; you’ll have to pay the price."

The Immortal Emperor didn’t argue. "I’ve already thought of that and prepared for it."

She knew plotting against Zhu Yanyi would cost her. She understood Yan Aohan’s mindset too. Just like her, if someone plotted against him, he might stay silent, but if they plotted against his wife, he wouldn’t let them off easily.

Hearing this, the Immortal Empress knew he was confident and said no more.

On the stage, the outcome was clear. Although only three people formed the array, the power of the Three Talents Array was not suppressed by numbers. In many eyes, Gong Jue and his two companions could easily handle twice their number.

The Sun and Moon Gang had intended to give the Azure Sovereign Sect a harsh lesson, but instead, they failed.

The Sun and Moon Gang lost. This was the second round. With two consecutive losses by their disciples, the next rounds would not involve disciples, making it difficult for the Sun and Moon Gang.

Sure enough, in the intermediate match, the Sun and Moon Gang lost again. With a best-of-five format, the Azure Sovereign Sect won three rounds in a row, eliminating the need for further matches.

Thus, the Azure Sovereign Sect successfully challenged the 93rd-ranked Sun and Moon Gang. The Sun and Moon Gang’s rank dropped automatically, while the Azure Sovereign Sect’s rank rose.

"Does the Azure Sovereign Sect wish to continue challenging?" Elder Bai asked.

"Continue," Zhu Yanyi replied firmly.

"Very well. The Azure Sovereign Sect will next challenge the 92nd-ranked Qianjin Gate. Please send representatives to discuss the match order," Elder Bai announced.

Zhu Yanyi gestured to Silver Fox. "You handled the previous ones, so you handle this too."

Silver Fox looked at Zhu Yanyi, didn’t refuse, and went up to the platform to discuss the schedule.

Qianjin Gate wasn’t a sect for women, but rather a group of wealthy individuals, mostly second- and third-generation immortals, hence the name.

The young man discussing the schedule with Silver Fox was handsome.

"Hello, I am Zuo Chenjing, Vice Sect Leader of Qianjin Gate," Zuo Chenjing said gently, though his eyes held an unexpected arrogance.

Silver Fox smiled and returned the greeting. "Hello, I am Qian Huansheng, Elder of the Azure Sovereign Sect."

Zuo Chenjing asked, "Does your Sect Leader never compete?"

"Not exactly. We consider the hardships of pregnancy, so we scheduled her for the final match. Of course, if you prefer an earlier match, that’s possible too," Silver Fox said with a grin.

Zuo Chenjing shook her head. "Forget it. Your Sect Leader is physically uncomfortable, so last is fine. Our Sect Leader is reckless. If we put her first, we might lose face. Let’s keep the Sect Leader match for last."

Hearing this, Silver Fox raised an eyebrow, feeling a bit of goodwill toward Zuo Chenjing.

"How do you wish to arrange the other four rounds?" Silver Fox asked.

Zuo Chenjing said, "Disciple individual match, intermediate match, advanced match, fourth round as disciple team match, and fifth round as Sect Leader match."

"Agreed," Silver Fox said without hesitation. He knew the Azure Sovereign Sect feared no format.

Satisfied, Zuo Chenjing said, "It’s settled then."

"The Azure Sovereign Sect and Qianjin Gate have agreed on the match order: Round 1, Disciple Individual; Round 2, Intermediate; Round 3, Advanced; Round 4, Disciple Team; Round 5, Sect Leader. Both sides rest for one hour. Challenges resume after that," Elder Bai announced.

"Come, come. The match starts in an hour. Let’s eat," Zhu Yanyi invited everyone.

"One hour to eat? That’s about right," Silver Fox said, used to Zhu Yanyi’s sudden bursts of energy.

Zhu Yanyi said calmly, "Even if it’s not enough, others can keep eating while someone competes." She looked at all the disciples. "Cui Wan, you’re up for the individual match."

"Yes, Master," Cui Wan agreed immediately.

Zhu Yanyi smiled. "Don’t worry. Go boldly. Even if you lose, it’s fine."

Cui Wan glanced at Zhu Yanyi. "Master, your comfort is boring. You know Senior Brother Yunling has broken through to the early stage of Immortal King. She’s becoming the Eldest Senior Brother. To keep my position as Eldest Senior Sister, I must work harder and strive to break through in this match."

Indeed, Cui Wan was at the peak of Golden Immortal, ready to break through at any moment.

Yunling laughed. "Eldest Senior Sister, you’ll always be our Eldest Senior Sister. Although I’ve broken through, the internal ranking hasn’t started, so you’re still the Eldest Senior Sister. Of course, if we return to the Azure Sovereign Sect and hold rankings, I might compete with you."

"Don’t dream," Cui Wan scolded playfully. "The position of Eldest Senior Sister is mine."

For Cui Wan, being called Eldest Senior Sister was what mattered. She had no interest in power.

Yunling and the others understood this. They respected her wish and called her Eldest Senior Sister, though they occasionally teased her.

Gong Jue spoke slowly. "Eldest Senior Sister is very strong. I believe she’ll break through soon. Even if she doesn’t break through in this single match, don’t worry."

Cui Wan looked at Gong Jue gratefully. Breakthroughs required opportunity, not just desire. She hoped this match would help, but if not, she wouldn’t force it, as forcing it could lead to heart demons.

"I know. I’m not worried about not breaking through. There are still five years until the next internal ranking. No rush," Cui Wan waved her hand, looking relaxed.