Chapter 2731

Let us hope. This was not only the Black Emperor’s hope, but the hope of everyone else. Yet, no one knew if this hope could truly be realized.

"For now, let us set aside the matter of the Evil God. We must focus on the upcoming War of the Gods and make all necessary preparations," the Black Emperor said seriously.

The War of the Gods pitted deities against deities. Since their powers were roughly equal, the only strategy was endurance.

"Regardless of how the Earth Demon Abyss ranks the participants, we cannot afford to lose," the Immortal Emperor stated firmly.

The Empress nodded. "Therefore, we must prepare thoroughly in every aspect."

Yan Aohan spoke up. "There are eight of us, each with our own specialties. It seems we must act according to our individual strengths."

The Black Emperor hummed in agreement. "I have thought it over. Mei Mei, please prepare more vitality packs. If we are separated or injured, we will need them for recovery. We cannot risk running short."

The Empress nodded seriously. "Understood. I will prepare enough for everyone to use."

"Mingyue, you and your husband are responsible for the daily scheduling of weapons and supplies. Especially protective gear and small tactical weapons. Bring everything you can carry," the Black Emperor continued.

"No problem. Leave this to us," the Immortal Emperor agreed immediately.

The Black Emperor then addressed the Fire Emperor. "Leao, you and your wife will handle daily necessities. Food and drink are your responsibility."

"Agreed," the Fire Emperor said.

Turning to Yan Aohan and Zhu Yanyi, the Black Emperor said, "Empress Yan, the medical supplies and pills will rely on you."

"Understood," Zhu Yanyi nodded.

The Black Emperor then looked at Yan Aohan. "We have not passed through the Earth Demon Abyss, so we do not know the specific conditions there. You must handle intelligence gathering."

Yan Aohan glanced at the Black Emperor and nodded. "I understand. I will analyze the situation using the Earth Demon souls within. However, since we have the Yanluo Realm, I suspect other universes have similar realms. The outcome is uncertain."

"Do your best," the Black Emperor said calmly. "Generally, with our specialties, we may not take first place, but we certainly will not be last. However, my goal is first place."

The Black Emperor’s expression was resolute. As the Divine Emperor for so many years, he had long felt bored. This War of the Gods was a welcome change.

"Then let us strive for first place," the others said, exchanging smiles. They understood the Black Emperor’s intent.

Over the next few days, everyone separated to make their own preparations.

Zhu Yanyi’s preparation involved various medicines, including both healing remedies and poisons.

Do not assume gods cannot be injured. If a god is hurt, the consequences are far beyond what mortals can imagine. Therefore, a god’s injury is a matter of great importance. Moreover, if a god is injured, it may cause turmoil in certain planes, as some planes are linked to the god’s fortune. Thus, gods cannot afford to be injured casually.

If gods cannot be injured, then those who oppose them must be the ones to suffer.

Since the Earth Demon Abyss was the venue for the War of the Gods, the enemies of the gods were naturally the Earth Demons.

Zhu Yanyi made many types of medicine. They might not be needed, but what if they were? Therefore, she prepared extensively.

Yan Aohan saw the amount of medicine Zhu Yanyi had made. She was initially surprised, then smiled. "You have poured all the enthusiasm you lacked for making medicine over the past few years into this moment."

Zhu Yanyi looked at her work with satisfaction. "I am preventing trouble before it happens."

She paused, then continued. "Actually, I hope these medicines never need to be used. If they are, it means someone among us is injured. I do not wish for anyone to get hurt."

She pointed to the poisons nearby. "Besides, there is still an Evil God lurking in the shadows. I am thinking that if that Evil God truly appears, I will use these poisons to deal with her."

Yan Aohan laughed heartily. "Wife, you are truly capable. You have thought of everything."

"Of course," Zhu Yanyi answered seriously. "However, I hope I am overthinking it. If the Evil God is not here, things will be simpler."

Yan Aohan rubbed Zhu Yanyi’s head. "It is fine. No one can predict the actions of a god like the Evil God. Your precaution is good."

Zhu Yanyi nodded. "I will distribute some poison to everyone for self-defense."

"Actually, the War of the Gods is not that terrifying. We are all gods; we will not fight to the death," Yan Aohan said.

Zhu Yanyi knew this well. To her, this War of the Gods was not much different from the competitions she participated in as a mortal. The only difference was that their opponents were Earth Demons instead of exam questions.

Since they had never encountered Earth Demons, they did not know their true capabilities. Therefore, caution was necessary.

Moreover, this was the first time the Supreme Universe was participating in the War of the Gods. They could not afford to be underestimated. Extra preparation was always better.

"Shall we go see the children?" Yan Aohan asked Zhu Yanyi.

They did not know when they would return from the War of the Gods, which was why Yan Aohan asked.

"No need. They have their own wives and husbands. What is there for us to see?" Zhu Yanyi said. She was confident in Yan Xizhong and Yan Yuxi, as they had already established their own families.

Even Ding Ypei and Ding Chengpei were married, so Zhu Yanyi was at ease regarding them all.

"Fine, if we do not see them, we do not see them," Yan Aohan said with a smile.

Zhu Yanyi tilted her head, looking at Yan Aohan. "They say 'old companion, old companion,' meaning one has a companion in old age. Only now do I realize that having an old companion is indeed meaningful. Because apart from you, there is no one else by my side."

"I will never leave your side," Yan Aohan said, his eyes gentle.

They rarely appeared in public now. Even in the Yanluo Realm, unless there were special matters to handle, they stayed out of sight. What was the point of appearing if they could not stay?

After finishing their preparations, Zhu Yanyi and Yan Aohan went to the Ink Palace to meet the others.

When they arrived, they were the last two. The Immortal Emperor and his wife, as well as the Fire Emperor and his wife, were already there.

"Since everyone is here, let us check each other’s items, distribute them, and then depart," the Black Emperor said.

Everyone distributed their items. However, when Zhu Yanyi handed out the poisons, the Black Emperor sighed helplessly. "You have even prepared poison."