Chapter 1867: and translation of chapter title

Ye Zhangqing leads the Heaven-Earth Fire Hall disciples rushing toward Dragon Kun Fire Hall.

Such a grand spectacle naturally drew the attention of many in Cooking King Immortal City, with members of all the fire halls secretly watching every move of both sides.

Previously, the two major fire halls were locked in fierce combat, and the other fire halls had no intention of intervening.

But that doesn't mean Ye Zhangqing and Zhang Wuyue can act lawlessly within the city.

If all the disciples of the two major fire halls were to directly erupt into a fierce battle, likely causing casualties and fatalities, Cooking King Immortal City would certainly not stand by idly.

At this moment, who knows how many divine senses have secretly locked onto Ye Zhangqing and Zhang Wuyue.

How many people are secretly watching every move of the two major fire halls.

This includes disciples of other fire halls, Stewards, Elders, and even a Deputy City Lord of Cooking King Immortal City has been alerted.

At this moment, in the most central location of Cooking King Immortal City, within a rustic farmhouse courtyard, an old man calmly brews tea, while an old man sits opposite him.

The old man looking at the tea-brewing old man laughed and said.

"If the two major fire halls go all-out war, aren't you, as a Deputy City Lord, the slightest bit worried?"

Hearing this, the tea-brewing old man gave a slight smile and said.

"It's understandable that young people are a bit impulsive, but I think they should know their limits."

"You sure have a big heart."

The tea-brewing old man is one of the Deputy City Lords of Cooking King Immortal City, his cultivation and culinary skill surpassing those of the Elders such as Ma Qiankun and the others.

Meanwhile, the old man sitting opposite him is a reclusive Immortal Realm expert residing within Cooking King Immortal City.

He is a true Immortal Realm expert, his cultivation surpassing even that of the Guo family's three ancestors—only stronger, never weaker.

This is also the foundation of Cooking King Immortal City.

The old man seems unfazed by an all-out clash between the two fire halls; having reached his level, even if the disciples of both halls went to war, he could suppress them in an instant.

So there's nothing to worry about; of course, if the situation escalates to the point where he must intervene, then everyone will inevitably be punished.

They have been secretly monitoring the situation's development; it all comes down to whether Ye Zhangqing and Zhang Wuyue are smart or not.

Under the gaze of countless eyes, Ye Zhangqing led the Heaven-Earth Fire Hall disciples to Dragon Kun Fire Hall.

And by the time Ye Zhangqing arrived with his people, Zhang Wuyue had already been waiting for a long time.

Upon meeting, Zhang Wuyue's eyes flashed with a cold glint as he sneered and said.

"Ye Zhangqing, what's this? Did you bring people here to apologize and admit guilt to me?"

"Can even a fool from your Dragon Kun Fire Hall become a Senior Brother?"

"You....................."

Facing Zhang Wuyue's mockery, Ye Zhangqing showed no sign of weakness; hearing this, Zhang Wuyue's face instantly darkened, and a killing intent faintly drifted about.

He completely disregarded the killing intent emanating from Zhang Wuyue, his expression unchanged as he said.

"You've protected Zhao Qinglin for so long; it's time to put an end to it."

Ye Zhangqing's purpose for this trip is Zhao Qinglin; hearing this, Zhang Wuyue's eyes turned icy and he said coldly.

"What do you intend to do?"

"How about the pure-blood immortal phoenix contest in three days? If I win, you hand over Zhao Qinglin."

Ye Zhangqing naturally had no intention of bringing his men into an all-out battle with Zhang Wuyue; on the way here, he had already sensed more than ten powerful, concealed auras locking onto him.

The owners of these auras are obviously doing it intentionally.

Otherwise, given such a huge gap in cultivation, if the other party didn't actively reveal themselves, Ye Zhangqing would hardly notice.

And the reason for this is clearly a warning, telling Ye Zhangqing that many are watching from the shadows, and his actions must not cross the line.

Not only Ye Zhangqing, but Zhang Wuyue also sensed these auras; he too understood that within the city he cannot act recklessly or be overly presumptuous.

So when the two sides meet, although they appear tense and ready to draw swords, in fact neither intends to strike first.

Once they do engage, they will be suppressed in an instant.

Upon hearing Ye Zhangqing's words, Zhang Wuyue also understood the other's intention, nodded without much hesitation, and smiled.

"Fine, I agree to your terms, but...................."

Zhang Wuyue agreed readily, but he obviously had further demands; shifting the topic, he continued.

"The lives of Zhao Qinglin and Huang Chong can be wagered, but besides that, I also want your life."

"In the pure-blood immortal phoenix contest, if you lose, you must forfeit your life—dare you?"

Zhang Wuyue wanted to bet their lives; hearing this, Ye Zhangqing hesitated little and did not heed the many Heaven-Earth Fire Hall disciples urging him to stop.

"Senior Brother, no."

"Yeah, this cannot be agreed to."

Instead, he directly said.

"Good."

In a Chúyì contest, Ye Zhangqing has no fear of Zhang Wuyue; his culinary talent is truly top-notch—could it possibly compare to mine? I'm basically cheating.

Seeing Ye Zhangqing nod without hesitation, Zhang Wuyue was instead slightly surprised, momentarily stunned.

This agreement came too easily—are you really that confident?

Narrowing his eyes, he stared fixedly at Ye Zhangqing, wondering what he was thinking.

Having achieved his goal, Ye Zhangqing didn't waste words with Zhang Wuyue, turning and leaving directly.

Then, three days later, on the pure-blood immortal phoenix contest, let's settle it once and for all.

Watching Ye Zhangqing lead his people away, Zhang Wuyue took no action and did not have anyone block them.

What would stopping them achieve? Anyway, they couldn't just go all-out without restraint.

Only after watching Ye Zhangqing and his people disappear from his sight did Zhang Wuyue turn and walk into Dragon Kun Fire Hall.

The pure-blood immortal phoenix contest three days from now is no longer merely a competition over top-tier ingredients.

For Ye Zhangqing and Zhang Wuyue, it is even more a matter of life and death.

As for Zhao Qinglin and Huang Chong, they weren't even considered — at least, that's how it was from Zhang Wuyue's side.

Whether Zhao Qinglin lives or dies, to be honest, Zhang Wuyue really didn't care much.

But now the two are like grasshoppers on the same rope — if Zhang Wuyue wins, he lives; if he loses, both of their lives are at stake.

They directly wagered their lives, and this news spread like wildfire through Cooking King Immortal City.

Hearing the news, the disciples of the various fire halls were all shocked, each exclaiming, "They're betting that much?"

Zhang Wuyue and Ye Zhangqing are both senior disciples, after all.

Even though Ye Zhangqing is new and the disciples don't yet know him well, Zhang Wuyue is, among the younger generation of Cooking King Immortal City, a long-standing Heavenly Pride.

He has served as senior disciple of Dragon Kun Fire Hall for years and has long proven himself.

Barring any mishap, even if Zhang Wuyue remains in Cooking King Immortal City, his lowest possible rank would be Elder.

He is most certainly a prominent figure.

Yet such a person actually staked his life, and in an instant, the already eye-catching pure-blood immortal phoenix drew even more attention.

After all, Ye Zhangqing and Zhang Wuyue are no ordinary folks; how could their life-and-death match fail to attract attention?

Not only the younger generation, but many of the older generation as well — regarding this, all have mixed feelings.