Chapter 2132 — Consuming the Dragon Ancestor's Blood Essence

"You're leaving already? You don't care about who will choose to side with the Immortal Monarch or not?" The leader of the Etheral Phoenix Clan asked, halting the Primordial Phoenix's movement. (More chapters in Buyers club for TMT)

"Honestly? I couldn't care less. If you're foolish enough to side with the Immortal Monarch and go against the Celestial Emperor, then you deserve whatever fate awaits you," he sneered.

Then, without waiting for their response, the Primordial Phoenix continued walking toward the exit, leaving the chamber shortly later.

Just as he left the building, the Primordial Phoenix noticed a certain figure approaching the summit. It was Feng Yuxiang.

"What are you doing back here? Forgot to say something?" The Primordial Phoenix asked her in a somewhat sarcastic tone.

"Well, someone has to stay behind for those who want to swear their loyalty before the one-year deadline," she said.

"Is that so? You're wasting your time. The Royal Phoenix Clan will not side with the Immortal Monarch." "You sound certain. Where's your confidence coming from?"

The Primordial Phoenix smiled and said, "The Ten Royal Phoenix Clans may have ten different clans, but in the end, they all listen to the Imperial Vermilion Phoenix Clan. As long as the Imperial Vermilion Phoenix Clan chooses the Celestial Emperor, the others will follow."

"Even if that is true, there's no guarantee the Imperial Vermilion Phoenix Clan won't choose the Immortal Monarch," said Feng Yuxiang.

"No, it's guaranteed that they won't."

Feng Yuxiang narrowed her eyes at him. The Primordial Phoenix was showing such confidence that she couldn't help but worry.

"I would tell you more, but I am not foolish enough to reveal sensitive information to an enemy. However, if you leave the Immortal Monarch's side-"

"Are you mocking me?" Feng Yuxiang interrupted, her eyes flickering with killing intent. "There's no reality where I will abandon my Young Master. Frankly, I'm insulted that you think there's even a chance of that happening."

The Primordial Phoenix shrugged, "Then stay with him. I'd much rather be the only Primordial Phoenix in existence, anyway."

Without another word, the Primordial Phoenix disappeared from the summit.

Feng Yuxiang entered the building and returned to the chamber moments later.

"Did you forget something?" The phoenixes asked her.

"No, I am here for those who have already decided and want to be the first three to serve my Young Master," she said. "I can also answer any questions you may have."

Meanwhile, Yuan made his way to Feng Yuxiang's Immortal Cave, where he prepared to consume the Dragon Ancestor's blood essence.

Before consuming the Dragon Ancestor's blood essence, Yuan activated True Dragon Awakening to assist with the process.

Once he was prepared, Yuan poured the blood essence into his mouth and immediately closed it. However, he opened his mouth again the very next moment and released a dragon-like roar that shook the entire dimension.

The blood essence surged with such immense energy that Yuan felt his body swelling like an overfilled balloon. As always, it came hand in hand with unbearable pain-but by now, Yuan was accustomed to it. His tolerance had grown to such extremes that even having his limbs torn from his body would hardly faze him.

While Yuan absorbed the Dragon Ancestor's blood essence, the Primordial Phoenix returned to the Supreme Heaven to report the situation to the Celestial Emperor.

"The Immortal Monarch, huh?" The Celestial Emperor was not surprised by the Immortal Monarch's return.

"That man claimed to be your enemy. Is that true?" The Primordial Phoenix suddenly asked.

The Celestial Emperor fell silent for a moment before responding, "Honestly, I don't consider him an enemy."

"Excuse me?" The Primordial Phoenix raised his eyebrows in a puzzled manner.

The Celestial Emperor continued, "I have never met him personally, much less spoken to him, so I don't have any feelings or hatred toward him. However, he is someone that shouldn't exist someone that I must get rid of."

"May I ask why?" asked the Primordial Phoenix.

"It is just one of my many duties as the Celestial Emperor," he calmly replied, offering a vague answer.

"In that case, should I eliminate him?" the Primordial Phoenix asked.

The Celestial Emperor shook his head.

"No... not yet. He's like an explosive with an overly sensitive trigger, and the slightest touch could set off a catastrophic detonation. Wait for my orders. I'll let you know when it's safe."

"I understand. What about the Ten Royal Phoenix Clans? Although I'm very confident they won't leave our side, there's always a chance for something to go awry."

"While the Ten Royal Phoenix Clans are very useful, they won't pose any threat even if they were to join the Immortal Monarch's side. That said, I won't tolerate any betrayal, especially if it's to help that

calamity."

"I can eliminate those who betray us, right?" The Primordial Phoenix asked.

The Celestial Emperor calmly nodded.

"Very well." A cold smile appeared on the Primordial Phoenix's face.

Sometime later, after the Primordial Phoenix left, the Celestial Emperor made his way to his private world, where he'd spend the next several days staring at a screen that displayed several slumbering entities.

"The Immortal Monarch... the bastard who dared to lay his filthy paws on you has returned. And as much as I want to rip his throat out, I cannot directly touch him, as my lack of influence could ruin your revenge..."

The Celestial Emperor's body suddenly stiffened as his eyes caught something in the display.

"It can't be..." he muttered, his frame trembling.

Though subtle, one of the entities had stirred ever so slightly-a sign that it was beginning to awaken.

Time passed quickly, and in the blink of an eye, six months had passed since the meeting. After the Ten Royal Phoenix Clans' discussion with each other ended, they left the Undying Fiery Summit to return home and continue discussing Yuan's offer with the rest of their family.