Chapter 306 - 279: Flame Heaven Venerable
Seeing the old man’s eager expression, Xu Fan glanced at the Dao tools displayed all around the room; he knew he had to offer his opinions sincerely today.
The old man led Xu Fan and Li Xingci to a giant hammer.
“The Zhenkong Hammer, with one swing even the color of the Heavens and Earth would change, and space would be sealed. It is truly a weapon in the fight to the death for the Mahayana Venerable.” After the old man finished speaking, he looked at Xu Fan, waiting for his reply.
“Using Void Spiritual Copper as the main body, Zhenhun God Iron as a supplement, and the combination of the Zhen character, Sky character, and the Immortal Texts and Embedded Arrays as the core… ”
“This Dao Tool is worthy of being handed down to future generations.” Xu Fan said affirmatively.
After hearing Xu Fan’s words, the old man laughed heartily. A thousand words from an outsider could not compare to a compliment from a fellow practitioner.
“Ha ha, I am truly flattered by Elder Xu’s praise.”
Afterward, the old man showed more than ten Dao Tools to Xu Fan and Li Xingci. Xu Fan gave fair evaluations for each one.
It was not that Xu Fan was flattering, but the Dao Tools refined by the Hall Master were truly good. Even scrutinized with the most critical eyes, there were only a few minor imperfect details.
After the visit, the old man took the two of them to a tea house in Yixian Town inside the volcano for tea.
“Volcanic Rock Tea, unique to the Cultivation World, is a must-try tea in this place.” The old man personally poured tea for the two of them.
Xu Fan hurriedly expressed his thanks, having made up his mind – the Hall Master was too warm-hearted, there must be something he wanted.
“Thank you for your hospitality.” Xu Fan quickly thanked the old man.
The old man took out a Tianxuan Iron token and gave it to Xu Fan.
“You already have the authority of the Refining Sect in the Elder Council, take this as a memento.” The old man said with a smile.
Xu Fan looked at the token and couldn’t help but exclaim that the Cultivation World’s number one force deserved its reputation, turning the Xuantian Iron, used to refine Immortal tools, into tokens.
“You must be thinking of refining this token into a small Immortal Sword.” The old man laughed heartily.
“l guess all Artifact Refining Masters have this idea.” Xu Fan smirked, not believing that any Refining Master wouldn’t have thought of this.
“Ha ha, Refining Masters really do understand each other the best.” After the old man said this, his expression began to become serious.
“Elder Xu, I’d like to know your true opinion on the Dao Tools I refined.” The old man formally asked.
Xu Fan pondered for a moment and said, “Hall Master wants to make a breakthrough as an Artifact Refining Grandmaster and comprehend Immortal Tools, right?”
“Yes.” the old man nodded.
“In terms of refining artifacts, you are my senior. In my opinion, the path you have taken is somewhat crooked,” Xu Fan said.
Xu Fan had seen the Dao Tools in the collection room, and honestly, there was
a significant problem.
“You noticed it too.” The old man said.
“Hall Master, you rely too much on your Immortal Text Formation system. Although your Dao Tools are refined, you may get stuck at this level.” Xu Fan said.
To become an Artifact Refining Master, although it was easy for Xu Fan, for ordinary artifact refiners, they would have to go through several stages.
Firstly, the mastery of refining and integrating Spiritual Mines and various Spirit Materials. Any carelessness could result in complete failure.
Secondly, the creation and design of Rune Arrays, a challenge that most Artifact Refiners could not overcome.
The problem the old man currently faced in attempting to break through to becoming an Artifact Refining Grandmaster was also the second issue.
“l know, but after so many years, it is really difficult to change.” The old man said.
“l can see that the Hall Master is trying to upgrade this Immortal Text Formation to the Immortal Artifact Level with it as the foundation.” Xu Fan said, feeling regretful in his heart. Although he currently controlled only a few Immortal Texts, he could still see that this system had reached its limit.
At this moment, the old man’s eyes lit up, and he said with some excitement,
“Finally, someone understands me.”
But soon, seeing the pity on Xu Fan’s face, he knew the answer.
“It seems that the Supreme Elder of the Heavenly Refinement Sect was right; this system has reached its limit.” The old man said dejectedly, unwilling but helpless.
“I’ve just entered the realm of a master, and my knowledge and experience are shallow; I cannot help the Hall Master with this worry.” Xu Fan politely said.
What is currently restricting Xu Fan’s artifact refining level is his realm. Once his realm improves, so will his artifact refining level.
Although trapped by his refining level, Xu Fan still has some insights into artifact refining theories. In his view, this hall master’s problem isn’t significant; it’s easy to solve, but it’s not appropriate for him, a newly entered Refining Master and Golden Core cultivator, to say it now.
“Elder Xu is too kind. I have seen the Chen Iron Dao Artifact Spirit Sword you forged, and I can only look up to your future achievements.” The old man said with a smile, having lived for so long that he has acquired quite the discerning eye.
“Don’t blame Ning Dao. I saw it when he was sparring with others and got curious, so I took a look.” The old man said.
“l understand.” Xu Fan nodded, showing that he didn’t mind.
An artifact, as long as it is seen by a Refining Master, they can see many
things about it.
“Elder Xu, you didn’t come here just for the qualification of a Refining Master, did you?” The old man asked.
“For a personal matter.” Xu Fan then told the old man about Li Xingci’s situation.
“Su Rentian’s master, Flame Heaven Venerable.’
“Rest assured, I will handle this matter. Elder Xu’s concerns are also mine.’
“You don’t need to go to the Elder Council Headquarters anymore. I will make him come. If anyone dares to make things difficult for our Refining Path’s masters, they won’t have us refine magical treasures for them in the future.” The old man’s demeanor became that of a big brother after hearing Xu Fan’s words. A brother’s concern is my concern.
After the old man finished speaking, he sent a message to Flame Heaven Venerable.
At this time, in the Elder Council Headquarters, Flame Heaven Venerable was anxiously looking at his precious disciple in the great hall.
“Master, 1 have set my heart on Li Xingci in this lifetime. I will never waver till death. Please grant us your blessing.” Su Rentian said from the side.
“A mere Nascent Soul Stage kid; only his Master has any weight behind his words. Everyone else is worthless. Why did I happen to set my sights on this foolish kid?” Flame Heaven Venerable said helplessly.
He originally wanted to secretly get rid of the kid, but his own disciple found out and threatened him with her life, and the matter ended there.
“In this lifetime, I only recognize Star Ci.” Su Rentian said.
“Even if Master doesn’t agree now, after Master Ascends, I will still be with Star Ci.” Su Rentian said somewhat stubbornly.
“You…”
“Sigh, 1 told you before, the Cultivation Technique you practice comes from the Immortal World. Now that your emotions are stirred, all your previous efforts have been wasted.’
Feisty Flame Heaven Venerable has never felt as helpless as he does today. His deceased brother’s daughter has taken a fancy to a young man with no prospects.
“That damn kid and his Master have already arrived at Supreme Immortal City. I need to have a good talk with that kid.” Flame Heaven Venerable said with fire in his eyes.
“Really?” Su Rentian’s eyes brightened, and she said excitedly.
“Don’t play dumb. You two are chatting joyfully right now. Don’t think I don’t know.” Flame Heaven Venerable said coldly, with a hint of jealousy in his tone.
At this moment, Flame Heaven Venerable’s Communication Magical Weapon rang..