Chapter 678: Chapter 678: Very Powerful
Reckless arrogance!
Just as Yang Chuan spoke, the elite Heavenly Horse practitioners beside him clapped their hands in indignation, their faces brimming with fury.
In their eyes, Yang Chuan was nothing more than a master of cultivation devices—an outright fraud!
A scoundrel like him had the audacity to claim their leader? What unbridled arrogance!
A single glance at the blue-clad Liu Hai nearby betrayed that this sudden shift was unexpected!
Indeed, while Yang Chuan was an artifact refining technician, he was vastly different from other refining masters—his power was formidable and decisive.
Such strength was vividly apparent from his deeds on Xiujing Peak and Huo Zaifeng!
Most crucially, Yang Chuan was a practitioner at the Yuanma Level!
To think the Heavenly Demon practitioner would dare attempt to kill Yang Qian—it was a path leading only to certain death!
As expected, the result was precisely as Fu Qingming and Liu Hai had foreseen.
The enemy dared to attack, showcasing their brilliance as elite Heavenly Horse practitioners. Yet with a mere wave of his palm, Yang Chuan struck back.
Crack! Whoosh!
In an instant, the Heavenly Horse practitioner who had launched an assault seemed suspended in midair, frozen like an aberration, their gaze abruptly lifeless, as they fell, suffocating.
The implication was clear—it was Yang Chuan who had ended their life!
The Red Lotus Immortal looked at Yang Tian with an expression of discontent, watching his resolute movements with an unreadable face.
Years have passed!
Since she came to rule over Blackstone Star, she couldn’t recall the last time she witnessed such recklessness.
Now Yang Chuan not only dared to dismiss her, but had also slain her subordinates right before her eyes?
Ordinarily, this would have ignited her murderous rage.
Yet now, the furrow of her brow betrayed mixed emotions—she held back the impulse to act!
And all of this stemmed from Yang Tian’s rumored title of a mechanical refining master!
"Could it be that this brat truly is a refining master?"
The Red Lotus Immortal couldn’t help but glance at Yang Chuan with skepticism. Yang Tian was not one to feign value; rather, it seemed he carried true strength!
Yet to her, while Yang Tian’s abilities appeared to reside at the Yuanma Level, his presence before a Third Elder-level practitioner seemed akin to that of a mere pup!
This oddity suggested Yang Chuan’s confidence stemmed from something deeper! Could he genuinely be a refining master?
What she didn’t yet understand, though, was Yang Tian’s mastery—a talent forged through spiritual pills and profound cultivation techniques, naturally elevating him to the stature of refining master!
But Yang Tian’s true reliance was not on raw artifact-refining skills!
His strength itself was his core advantage!
Moreover, Yang Chuan’s mastery of Returning All Phenomena Magic indicated that, given enough time, Yang Chuan could ascend into nothing less than a Holy Ancestor!
Right now, Yang Chuan’s limitation came down to a single Round Hemp Grass—determinedly fighting those of equal age would mean risking life and limb!
Most critically, Yang Tian held two divine swords in his possession!
The instant those two blades emerged, even her immense strength would surely spell demise!
Naturally, the Red Lotus Immortal had no knowledge of this and remained oblivious!
After some deliberation, the opponent broke into a seductive smile, as if the slaughter of her subordinate by Yang Chuan moments ago had no bearing on her demeanor. "Haha, as expected of a refining master. You certainly exhibit traits far beyond the ordinary! Yet, if I wish to serve you, perhaps you should demonstrate true capability first!"
With that, the Red Lotus Immortal’s finger extended lightly.
In an instant, several peculiar materials appeared before Yang Chuan—not your ordinary resources.
"These items were prepared for you. Should you find faults in them, do let me know. Now, it’s your turn." The Immortal’s laughter radiated from her features with hidden intent.
That smile harbored secret mischief!
If Yang Chuan managed to prove his identity as a refining master, he would undoubtedly be treated as a distinguished guest by the Red Lotus Immortal. But should he fail, death would be inevitable!
Watching the Red Lotus Immortal’s subtle smile, Qingming and Liu Hai at his side swallowed nervously, their eyes fixed uneasily on Yang Chuan.
Yet Yang Tian’s face betrayed no grief or joy as he freely selected from the materials, picking out merely a tenth of the total available.
Seeing this, the Red Lotus Immortal’s brows furrowed.
Though she lacked refined expertise in the workings of artifact refining, basic principles were not foreign to her.
A common maxim among mechanical refining practitioners was undeniably "tenfold refinement!"
In essence, the ability to refine magic artifacts using tenfold of the raw materials available was an essential hallmark of refinement expertise.
Refining masters, regarded for their mastery, had prowess equal to elite experts of the Yuan Spirit realm and were the only ones capable of ensuring this tenfold ratio.
Yet Yang Chuan had only selected a tenth of those materials—what could this signify?
Could it be that he intended to succeed in a single attempt?
Impossible!
However, the Red Lotus Immortal’s understanding of events was about to change dramatically, and swiftly!
Unlike other refiners, Yang Chuan refrained from bringing forth any refining devices or supplementary tools, instead channeling his energy directly into the chosen materials, enveloping them in raw power!
"This..."
The dazzling scene startled those in attendance. The Immortal’s seductive brows suddenly stretched wide, as if she were witnessing Fu Qingming narrate a tale about Yang Tian utilizing the legendary Void Cultivation Technology.
Indeed, Yang Chuan bypassed the need for traditional refining equipment entirely, seamlessly forging artifacts through mastery over fire—a feat that was beyond ordinary refiners!
Using Void Cultivation Technology, Yang Chuan began melting the materials one by one, rendering their essence with an unmatched fluidity.
In no time, the task had been completed, revealing an object that appeared inconspicuous—one almost identical to Yang Chuan’s black attire.
All eyes stared in awe at the cloak floating in midair. Murmurs circulated: had the refinement truly succeeded?
But then the skies suddenly darkened, clouds converging into a vortex of lightning within moments.
This was the test of Heaven for any grand creation!
What unfolded next, however, was unprecedented and astonishing. The lightning struck ferociously, its power immense!
Yet as the jet-black cloak absorbed the lightning, it dissolved mercilessly into its depths instead of disintegrating!
Such defensive potency was indisputably unmatched!
As the lightning ordeal concluded, Yang Chuan calmly summoned the black cloak, donning it boldly and turning to address the Red Lotus Immortal. "How about this? With Heaven’s approval imprinted upon this artifact, do you still question my qualifications?"
Swallowing his breath, Yang Chuan stared directly at the Immortal.
Hearing his words, the Immortal’s prior façade of hidden disdain melted away, replaced by a deeper layer of respect.
Such was the refinement of this cloak—capable of weathering Heaven’s judgment without effort. To think it bore the excellence of a pinnacle artifact!
With this, Yang Chuan’s position as a true refining master was no longer in question!
Most astounding was the fact that Yang Chuan had achieved this task from beginning to end in the briefest span. Compared to the work of other refinement technicians, which often spanned years or even centuries, Yang Chuan’s feat defied reason!
What made this achievement even more remarkable was his use of merely one-tenth the quantity of materials, an anomaly that proved beyond doubt: Yang Chuan wasn’t simply a refining master; he was an extraordinary refining prodigy!
Faced with such overwhelming evidence, the Red Lotus Immortal found herself unable to muster any semblance of defiance. Rising to her feet, she approached Yang Chuan with measured courtesy. "Master refiner, your arrival in my Blackstone City is truly an honor! I humbly ask forgiveness for my earlier indiscretions. Please, accept my welcome!"
Observing the humbled Immortal, Fu Qingming and Liu Hai heaved sighs of relief.
Having witnessed Yang Tian effortlessly take down the Heavenly Horse elite, and now seen his identity as a refining master confirmed, respect flowed unbridled. Fu Qingming stepped forward quickly. "Esteemed Immortal, I must say this. Deacon Yang truly deserves every measure of respect. As matters stand, Yang Tian’s presence here on Blackstone Star appears fateful. Might I suggest we accompany him to the Red Star Commerce auction? It would be a privilege both ways, would it not?"
Fu Qingming’s overtures naturally aligned well with Yang Chuan’s status.
After all, Blackstone Star, as a barren realm of the Ma Realm, seemed an improbable destination for Yang Chuan’s arrival without intention.
To refer to Yang Chuan as a master outright, as Fu Qingming had done, only served to elevate his standing further!
Indeed, Blackstone Star was home to many practitioners who could attest to Qingming’s admiration for Yang Chuan’s expertise as a refining master—while exaggerated, such claims were not entirely implausible!
As expected, upon hearing Fu Qingming’s remarks, the Red Lotus Immortal furrowed her brows briefly before softening, breaking into a warm smile. "Deacon Fu is correct. Deacon Yang’s esteemed presence in Blackstone Star is our honor indeed! As for Red Star Commerce’s auction, Deacon Yang is welcome to attend. All associated costs will be covered fully by me—please consider it my gesture of goodwill!"