The Yan Emperor felt a touch of sorrow as he watched everyone celebrating the happy outcome. He had given up competing for leadership of the Three Sovereigns because he was weary of it all. The constant scheming had left even a free spirit like him feeling helpless.
Now the tide had turned. The Imperial Lords around him had joined forces to deliver a thunderous blow, and Qin Fen, whom he had once favored, seemed utterly powerless to resist.
Chef Qin's rapid rise on several previous occasions, along with his unique way of doing things, had even given the Yan Emperor a glimmer of hope. He, too, had hoped Big Chef's reckless antics could stir some life into the stagnant waters of the Heavenly Court. But now it seemed there was still a long, hard road ahead.
The Queen Mother said nothing. She had tried to steer the conversation toward helping Qin Fen, only to apparently make a mess of it! Feeling guilty, she glanced at Qin Fen, then turned her head away.
She said quietly, "I hope you end the call now, because you won't want to watch what happens next. I know these people too well. They won't pass up any opportunity to put you down. Strategy and manipulation are their specialties."
Indeed, striking at an opponent psychologically was something every person in power enjoyed: killing without drawing blood. And when that opponent had defeated them repeatedly, their genuine delight was enough to keep them showing off for days.
There it was! The moment Ziwei and Gouchen voiced their opinions, they bound their interests to the Jade Emperor's, forming an alliance for mutual support while simultaneously attacking Big Chef.
The Yellow Emperor was delighted with everything he had brought about, already laughing inwardly. Looking at the somewhat bewildered Qin