Chapter 1124: Proposal

"Descendant of the Heavenly Emperor..."Chen Mobai savored the meaning of these four words after hearing them.He genuinely hadn't expected Zi Yun Tian Que to have such a background, but it made sense when he remembered it was one of the Eternal Sacred Lands in the Central Continent. After all, it was on par with the Grand Void Ethereal Palace and the Millennium Brushwood Forest. This meant Yuwen Baozhi was not only the son of two Divine Transformation cultivators but also a descendant of the Heavenly Emperor.

What an impressive background."This trip to East Continent, besides hoping Fellow Daoist Chen can guide my son in artifact refining, there's actually something else..."Ao Yuxia suddenly seemed a little embarrassed as she spoke.

Chen Mobai found it strange."What is it?""The Heavenly Emperor bloodline flowing within the Yuwen clan needs to be accompanied by a true dragon to advance most quickly. The simplest method is to find a dragon wife. Sect Master Chen's Yellow Dragon is an innate true spirit, I wonder if our two families could form this marriage alliance?"

After hearing this, Chen Mobai refused without hesitation. As someone from the Immortal Sect, he completely disapproved of arranged marriages."I'm afraid I must decline True Monarch Yuxia's kind offer. My Yellow Dragon suffers from homesickness and doesn't like to stray too far from home."However, considering the opponent was a Divine Transformation cultivator, he found an excuse to save Ao Yuxia's face.

"My son can stay in the Eastern Barrens. I heard Fellow Daoist Chen is collecting some sixth-tier spiritual materials. As the Heavenly Emperor's traveling palace, my Zi Yun Tian Que possesses many treasures left by the Heavenly Emperor. If our two families were to marry, the betrothal gifts would certainly satisfy Fellow Daoist Chen."Ao Yuxia's words greatly tempted Chen Mobai, but the thought of exchanging the Yellow Dragoness's entire life still made him shake his head.

"Then how about letting my son apprentice under Fellow Daoist Chen? This would give him an opportunity to interact with and understand the Yellow Dragon. The Heavenly Emperor bloodline is also very beneficial for true dragon bloodlines. Of course, the apprenticeship gift would be no less generous than a betrothal gift."Ao Yuxia tried a less direct approach again, seemingly intent on the Yellow Dragon and creating opportunities for her son.

"Do not bring this matter up again."Chen Mobai decided to speak more harshly, his expression firm as he set his teacup down heavily on the table's corner, expressing his resolute attitude.Ao Yuxia, seeing his impoliteness, also grew cold, her eyes narrowing. A terrifying aura, unlike that of a human, surged from her. Recalling what she had just said, Chen Mobai knew she was not human but a dragon. Could it be that the Dragon Gallbladder Pill was destined for her?

At this thought, Chen Mobai's eyes glinted with a hint of excitement. The colossal Myriad Swords Dharma Body materialized behind him, and the Heaven-Severing Sword Domain silently expanded, engulfing Ao Yuxia's explosive aura the moment it clashed with it."This Enlightenment Tea is truly extraordinary; every time I drink it, I feel immensely enriched."At this moment, Palace Master Biluo suddenly spoke, sweat beading on her back, but she smiled outwardly and kicked Ao Yuxia under the table. Although Chen Mobai had only just reached Divine Transformation, his combat power was on par with the Heavenly River Realm's top Divine Transformation cultivators. Even if Ao Yuxia was a true spirit, it would be better for her to exercise restraint on the Five Elements Sect's territory. Otherwise, if she were slain, the introducer, Palace Master Biluo, would undoubtedly face an immense headache.

"I was presumptuous; please forgive me, Fellow Daoist Chen."Ao Yuxia seemed to recall Chen Mobai's achievements, and after Palace Master Biluo's reminder, she surprisingly capitulated first."The artifact refining will take place seven days from now in Huozhen Immortal City. Here are the entry talismans."At this point, Chen Mobai no longer wished to interact with the ill-intentioned Ao Yuxia. After placing two Heaven Heart Sword Talismans down, he excused himself and left.

"Didn't I tell you? Although this person appears amiable, every sect and force that has opposed him since his debut in the Eastern Barrens has been annihilated. At least a million living beings have died by his hand; he is a veritable sword-wielding killing god..."When only the two of them remained, Palace Master Biluo earnestly tried to persuade Ao Yuxia. Had she not owed the latter a great favor previously, she truly wouldn't have wanted to get involved in this matter."Don't worry, I won't bring this up again."Ao Yuxia promised, and Palace Master Biluo felt slightly relieved, but still decided to stay by her side during this period to prevent any irreconcilable situations from arising.

Chen Mobai did not leave Beiyuan City. After all, if Ao Yuxia were to make a move, only he could suppress her. Fortunately, even if not human, those who can cultivate to the Divine Transformation realm possess sufficiently strong willpower. Once Yuwen Baozhi returned, Ao Yuxia took him and Palace Master Biluo directly to Huozhen Immortal City.The day for refining the magic artifacts quickly arrived.

Besides Venerable Jingchi and Yanhuo, Chen Mobai also summoned Chen Lingming and Xiao Yuli. There were also two individuals with connections. They were sent by the Nine Heavens Demon Eradication Sect and the Daoist Virtue Sect. The Nascent Soul cultivator from the Nine Heavens Demon Eradication Sect was named Lian Yuan, a rising star who, despite his young age, was already a fourth-tier artifact refiner. He wanted to use this opportunity to gain experience and prestige and ascend to a fifth-tier artifact refiner. From the Daoist Virtue Sect came Daozi Xuande, a renowned prodigy in the East Continent, whose accomplishments in artifact refining were considerable, in addition to alchemy. Naturally, he wouldn't miss this opportunity either.

Before the refining began, Chen Mobai had shared the blueprints with all seven individuals, ensuring they had a complete grasp of every upcoming step. Although Yuwen Baozhi and the others didn't initially understand, after the detailed explanation, they realized they had already grasped the refining methods for Five Spirit Robes from the first to fifth tiers. It seemed they could easily refine them as long as they had sufficient materials. This feeling of knowing everything mentally was unprecedented.

"Artifact refining can be done like this?"As Yuwen Baozhi expressed his surprise, Chen Mobai produced some pre-prepared high-grade third-tier materials and let them choose freely."Talking a thousand times isn't as good as doing it once. Based on what I've just explained, refine a Five Spirit Robe. Achieving a fourth-tier robe will qualify you to stand closer while I refine. Those who produce anything below fourth-tier can just tend the fire; it will be clear they have no talent for artifact refining, and they shouldn't waste any more time or materials in the future."Chen Mobai spoke without any reservations. After all, these seven individuals were all Nascent Soul cultivators and experienced fourth-tier artifact refiners. He had broken down the knowledge and fed it to them. If they still couldn't achieve anything, they would likely never be able to refine a fifth-tier artifact on their own. Hearing his words, all seven, including Yuwen Baozhi, grew solemn. Looking at the pile of high-grade third-tier materials before them, they felt even more nervous than when they first began cultivating.

After all, besides them, many others were observing. For instance, True Monarch Wuchen, who Chen Mobai had invited. After Shenxi attained Divine Transformation, he had become completely leisurely, merely overseeing the Eastern Ling Domain and occasionally exploring the fissures of Dragon Abyss Cave with True Monarch Dakong. Chen Mobai, thinking of the Daoist Virtue Sect's particular concern for dragon veins, and fearing Ao Yuxia might cause trouble, had invited him. True Monarch Dakong was also originally invited, but he had just entered the Netherworld with his puppet and hadn't responded.

True Monarch Wuchen and Ao Yuxia stood together, conversing pleasantly. Around them were many Nascent Soul cultivators, not only from the Five Elements Sect but also from the three great sacred lands of the Eastern Land, led by Palace Master Biluo. After all, in the East Continent, while there had been many attempts to refine fifth-tier artifacts, none had guaranteed success. As a Divine Transformation True Monarch, Chen Mobai was held in high regard by everyone. Even so, many artifact refiners believed the success rate was at most sixty to seventy percent. After all, the key to a fifth-tier artifact lay in its spirituality. This was a very mystical matter, difficult to master and control through technique alone.

At this moment, Yuwen Baozhi and the others had already selected their high-grade third-tier materials and moved to the empty workbenches nearby. They first refined the cutting tools and then began their work."Oh, what are they doing?" Ao Yuxia asked, quite puzzled."Young Friend Chen's most famous refining technique is using lower-tier materials to refine higher-tier artifacts. It seems he truly intends to impart his skills this time."True Monarch Wuchen said with a smile. He had once instructed his disciples to purchase artifacts refined by Chen Mobai from the Xiaonanshan Shop. As a Divine Transformation cultivator, he understood just how excellent this skill was.

Originally, they had thought that this time, like previous fifth-tier artifact refiners in the East Continent, Chen Mobai would merely have the participants help with stoking the fire and handing over materials. They hadn't expected him to teach genuine techniques.The Five Spirit Robes were modified by Chen Mobai based on the blueprints of the Pure Yang Immortal Robe. They were five types of robes corresponding to the Five Elements attributes. For example, with the fur of a Li Li or Golden Flame Suanni in hand, he could refine Earth Spirit and Fire Spirit Robes. These were also the standardized robes he intended to introduce for the Five Elements Sect disciples in the future. The main reason he taught them to outsiders like Yuwen Baozhi was that he wanted to use this to establish the standard for robes across the entire East Continent.

Time slowly passed, and soon, Venerable Jingchi was the first to complete his Fire Spirit Robe. He had long possessed one refined by Chen Mobai, which he had studied for a long time. He was also one of the earliest learners in Huozhen Immortal City. Although during refining, he often encountered situations where he understood mentally but his hands couldn't execute, because the blueprint was clearly understood, he could address various problems specifically.

The moment the Fire Spirit Robe was completed, Venerable Jingchi froze in place. At this moment, recalling Chen Mobai's words, he realized that with the blueprints prepared beforehand, artifact refining was such a simple matter.Sect Master Chen's path of artifact refining was correct!Venerable Jingchi's artifact refining concepts, formed over hundreds of years, shattered at this moment, beginning to reshape themselves around the principles Chen Mobai had taught him these past few days.

After Venerable Jingchi, it was Yanhuo's turn. However, his expression wasn't very good, as his Fire Spirit Robe was only third-tier.Soon, all the results were in. Those who successfully refined a fourth-tier robe, besides Venerable Jingchi, were Chen Lingming and Yuwen Baozhi. Among them, Chen Lingming had learned at Chen Mobai's side, while Yuwen Baozhi truly relied on his talent, mastering the knowledge Chen Mobai taught within just a few lessons."Well done."After inspecting, Chen Mobai nodded at Yuwen Baozhi."The three of you, follow me. The other four can tend the fire here."