After her senior sister was reborn, she actually became a powerful and arrogant protagonist?!

Qingzhou border, Qiu Kingdom.

"How could a woman like you possibly manage such a large country!"

"If no one is in charge, then the most capable person should take the position!"

"I'm just following the rules passed down from our ancestors, what's wrong with that!"

Pei Lun knelt on the ground, his tone full of arrogance, his eyes looking up at him revealing deep resentment and contempt.

"According to what you're saying, the throne of Qiu Kingdom should be held by the most capable person."

"You, Pei Lun, are fit to sit on this throne..."

Qiuyue reached out and patted the dragon throne twice.

"Why can't I, Qiuyue, do it?"

"It can't be just because I'm a woman, can it?"

Qiu Yue looked down at Pei Lun, somewhat puzzled.

Although it was Pei Lun kneeling at this moment, the other party acted as if he were sitting on the throne.

This was the first time she had ever felt that the prime minister, who had once held immense power throughout the entire Qiu Kingdom, was so foolish and stupid.

"That's for sure. Looking at the entire Qingzhou region, let alone a country, even a small family or a large sect, there has never been a reason for a woman to be in charge!"

Pei Lun raised his chin slightly, seemingly extremely satisfied with his statement.

Qiu Yue raised an eyebrow and spoke with a faint smile.

"The Fire Luo Kingdom has two saints ruling the court, and the Qingyun Sword Sect is now also ruled by a female sect leader. Every dynasty has had female emperors, so why shouldn't women be in charge?"

"Hmph, they're just a bunch of fools who seized power by sheer luck. Sooner or later, they'll ruin the family business that has been passed down through generations."

Pei Lun snorted coldly, remaining stubbornly opinionated and completely disregarding the facts.

"Very well, Prime Minister Pei is right."

Qiu Yue sighed softly, her gaze towards Pei Lun remaining calm.

Pei Lun, however, assumed that Qiu Yue had backed down and continued to speak, his tone becoming increasingly arrogant and carrying a subtle threat.

"If you dare to touch me today, the Tie family will certainly not let you off easily."

"But if you know what's good for you, I can put in a good word for you with the head of the Tie family when you get to the Tie family, and make you a concubine."

"The Tie family?"

Is this your greatest reliance?

Qiu Yue looked up at the outside of the main hall, and the azure sky reminded her of the sky in the southern border region that had been set ablaze by unknown flames the night before.

Although she didn't know the exact situation, Qiuyue instinctively felt that Chu Luobai had won.

That female swordsman in red was far stronger than any cultivator Qiu Yue had ever seen.

"Hmph, what do you mean by 'relying on'? My relationship with the Tie family is one of cooperation."

"If you've thought it through, release me. Otherwise, the Qiu family's century-old legacy will be destroyed in your hands."

Pei Lun said coldly, his expression suggesting that he had Qiu Yue completely under his control.

"So what if it's destroyed? This Qiu Kingdom belongs to Qiu Yue now, so what if it's destroyed?"

Qiu Yue countered with a question, her gaze shifting from initial calm to indifference.

"Aren't you afraid of becoming the eternal sinner of the Autumn Kingdom?!"

Pei Lun, who thought he had Qiu Yue under his control, was surprised when the other party suddenly became unyielding and raised his voice unconsciously.

"The Tie family invaded my Qiu Kingdom, and the Tie family destroyed my Qiu Kingdom. They should be the ones to be condemned for all time."

Qiu Yue suddenly stood up, her voice cold and piercing.

Pei Lun wanted to say something more, but Qiu Yue interrupted him directly.

"I thought you would feel some remorse, but I didn't expect..."

"Enough. Guards, take the guilty official Pei Lun away. He will be executed this afternoon."

“His numerous crimes were made public to the world. All men of the Pei family, regardless of age, were beheaded at the same time. The women of the Pei family were sent to embroidery workshops, and their surnames were removed, and they were referred to by their code names only.”

"You can't...!"

Pei Lun was about to speak when he was tightly covered by the person next to him.

Qiuyue then waved her long sleeves, signaling everyone to step back.

"It's been a while since I last saw you, my elder sister, you've truly become more and more majestic as an emperor."

Qiu Lin, who had been standing to the side, said with a smile.

"I didn't want to be so ruthless, but these malignant tumors have been parasitizing Qiu Kingdom for too long, and it's time to uproot them."

Qiu Yue's expression was solemn. "Qiu Kingdom is in dire need of reconstruction. Other things can wait and be done slowly, but we have not been able to find a suitable cultivator to serve as our guardian. Several surrounding forces have already begun to take notice of us, and we can't wait any longer."

In this Qingzhou territory, small countries like Qiu Kingdom have two ways to survive.

They either paid tribute to a larger country in order to gain its protection.

Qiu Kingdom is located in a remote area, surrounded by small countries and families of similar strength.

Then there is only the second option: to find a cultivator with good cultivation level to serve as an offering.

By leveraging the power of these cultivators, they aimed to deter other forces outside of the Autumn Kingdom.

However, finding a suitable cultivator is not an easy task, as the Qiu Kingdom cannot afford to offer sacrifices to cultivators from major sects.

The cultivators of small sects or independent cultivators are a mixed bag, and there are not many with high cultivation levels. If they encounter someone with a bad character, it is tantamount to inviting a wolf into the house.

The Autumn Kingdom can no longer withstand any more turmoil.

Qiu Lin naturally understood this principle as well.

"I don't have many independent cultivators. I'll ask my senior sister when she gets back; maybe she'll have a suitable candidate."

As soon as Qiu Lin finished speaking, a maid pushed open the door and quickly walked in.

"Your Majesty, Your Highness, Master Chu and Master Gu have returned and are already outside the main hall."

Speak of the devil, and he appears. Qiu Yue and Qiu Lin exchanged a glance, both seeing surprise and joy in each other's eyes.

"Quickly, welcome the two immortal masters in!"

Qiuyue gave the order, then quickly got up and walked towards the door.

Although she is now the ruler of a country, she still knows her own status compared to Chu Luobai and Gu Lin.

If Chu Luobai and Gu Lin weren't both disciples of major sects and had no shortage of resources, Qiu Yue would have shamelessly begged one of them to become a respected cultivator of the Qiu Kingdom.

Outside the main hall.

"Returning to my old home, even the air here feels incredibly welcoming."

Gu Lin stood beside Chu Luobai, his face full of sighs.

"If Gu Lin knew that the boundaries of the five realms would eventually disappear and the spiritual energy of the five realms would merge into one, I wonder if he would still feel a sense of familiarity."

Chu Luobai thought to himself, then turned to look ahead.

At the entrance of the main hall, Qiuyue and Qiulin were already waiting.

Seeing the dark circles under Qiu Lin's eyes, Chu Luobai understood.

Now that the Tie family has been eliminated, it's time for Qiu Lin to return to the Qingyun Sword Sect.

"Senior sister!"

At the entrance, Qiu Lin waved his right hand happily to greet Chu Luobai.

"I am back."

Chu Luobai nodded slightly and said with a smile.

"Master Chu and Master Gu have had a long journey. The palace staff are already preparing a banquet to welcome you both later."

Qiuyue echoed this, then turned and ushered the person into the main hall.

Upon entering the main hall, Chu Luobai's expression turned serious again.

"I brought something important from the Tie family for you. You should be prepared."

Qiu Yue and Qiu Lin exchanged a glance, both having a vague idea in their hearts.