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Ran Zirou could no longer stay hidden. She sprang to her feet. "No. We have to do something. I'm going up to the top floor to find Li Zi right now. It would be best if I could snatch that hairpin from her."

The Green Insect stretched its body in agitation. "Looks like I'll have to send word to the others. A useless fool like you won't do."

A useless fool?

The expression on Ran Zirou's beautiful face cracked.

In her previous life, every one of these fellows had addressed her respectfully as Madam.

[Host, the Green Insect has already started summoning the others.]

Li Zi smiled, her eyes curving, and put the hairpin away. "He's too shy. Can I take him outside for a walk?"

If she didn't give Si Le a sense of danger, he might never think to call for help.

This move was proving quite useful.

The Fifth Elder gave her a meaningful look and nodded. "All right. Go ahead."

As soon as Li Zi left, the hall erupted into noise.

The two contestants onstage exchanged a few perfunctory blows. Then one conceded, popped a medicinal pill into his mouth, and readied himself for battle.

The Demon Prince and his four guardians were all weak now. This was the perfect chance to wipe them out in one stroke!

The Thunder God Hall Sect Master called out, "Everyone, please stay calm. Disciples taking part in the Sect Competition, continue your matches here. Everyone else, be ready at any moment."

By then, Li Zi had already led Si Le downstairs.

[Host, the Five Elements Sect's five elemental elders are waiting outside. There are also experts from the Hall of Samsara and Heavenly Sound Temple. They're all hidden nearby, but you still need to be careful.]

Li Zi