Cultivation Online novel Chapter 1765

Chapter 1765 Metal Tower(3)

"What do you think? Did I pass the assessment?" Yuan asked the dumbfounded old man, who was staring at the finished treasure with wide eyes filled with disbelief.

Although smithing had advanced significantly since Tian Qiyuan's era, with the emergence of many more Divine Blacksmiths, Tian Qiyuan's smithing skills remained unparalleled.

"C-can I examine the treasure?" the old man asked.

Yuan nodded and handed the sword to him.

The old man held the sword in his trembling hands, feeling as though he were cradling a priceless treasure of unimaginable value.

"I have never seen an Empyrean-grade treasure of this quality before!" he muttered.

"Pass! You pass! Congratulations, you are now officially an Obisidian-rank blacksmith!" The old man handed Yuan a black badge, its surface gleaming with understated elegance. This badge held immense significance in the world of blacksmiths, representing the pinnacle of achievement. Within the Blacksmith Association, there were six ranks that could be obtained, with Obsidian—the rank represented by this badge—being the highest and most revered.

Normally, becoming an Obsidian-ranked blacksmith required passing multiple rigorous assessments. However, Yuan's flawless performance in his first trial was so extraordinary that the remaining tests were deemed redundant and unnecessary by the old man, who was also a Divine Blacksmith.

"I haven't introduced myself yet. I am the head of the Blacksmith Association, Lie Yan. If you ever need any assistance from the Blacksmith Association, we will always be there to help you," said the old man.

Yuan nodded and asked, "Do you think I can borrow some materials? I would like to craft a few more treasures."

"Of course! All official blacksmiths under the Blacksmith Association are entitled to a specific allotment of materials every ten years as a privilege," Lie Yan explained. "As an Obsidian-ranked blacksmith, you have near unlimited access to most of our materials, provided the amount you request is reasonable."

"I don't need much. Just enough to craft several Mythic-grade treasures. Also, do I get to keep that sword?" Yuan pointed at the treasure he'd crafted for the assessment.

Lie Yan, seemingly reluctant to let the treasure go, said, "O-of course."

Sometime later, Lie Yan left to acquire the materials Yuan had requested.

Once Lie Yan returned with the materials, he hesitated for a moment before asking, "May I boldly request to watch you work? Even as a Divine Blacksmith, I feel my skills improve simply by observing your craftsmanship."

"Do as you wish," Yuan said.

Yuan proceeded to use almost all of his materials to craft five peak-quality Mythic-grade treasures.

"Thank you for the experience." Lie Yan bowed to Yuan.

"Then I'll take my leave now."

"One more thing before you leave. Although I cannot help you join the Metal Tower, I know some people there. I'll mention your name the next time I visit them. Hopefully, that will help you a little," said Lie Yan.

"Thanks."

Yuan left the Blacksmith Association shortly afterward. However, instead of heading directly back to the Metal Tower, he made his way to the shop with the bulky man.

Once there, Yuan casually revealed his Obsidian badge. The man's jaw practically hit the floor, his eyes wide with disbelief as he stared at the badge in stunned silence.

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