I Can Add Points Infinitely - Chapter 48

Shen Lian returned to his courtyard at Luoxia Peak with a sullen expression.

He couldn’t believe that after being deliberately invited, he was treated with such an attitude. Was it just a ploy to upset him?

Fortunately, Shen Lian didn’t dwell on it for long. The anger subsided after a while.

Having lived two lives, Shen Lian had learned to take things lightly.

In the end, he didn’t know Fang Nan or Chu Mingxu; they had no prior connection. With his current strength not being particularly high, Chu Mingxu’s dismissive behavior was not unusual in a world where power dictated respect.

Upon returning to his quiet room, Shen Lian quickly put the matter behind him and began pondering his next steps in cultivation.

Currently, his cultivation had reached the peak of Foundation Establishment with enhanced strength. His next advancement would be to the Golden Core stage.

Given his body’s innate limitations, advancing would still require external assistance.

The best aid for forming a Golden Core was the True Condensation Pill.

He would need to check with the Spirit Treasure Pavilion.

Additionally, he needed to forge a scabbard that could endure the residual power of the Heavenly Severing Sword Technique.

This would be simpler; he could have it custom-made at the Inner Sect’s Tool Refinement Pavilion.

Lastly, unlocking the Seventy-Two Earth Fiend Transformations was crucial.

System-generated skills were always formidable, especially with this recent golden-tier draw where every item had exceeded his expectations. Unfortunately, due to his insufficient physical strength, the Seventy-Two Transformations remained locked.

Therefore, his future cultivation would need to emphasize body refinement.

Having set his three goals, Shen Lian settled into meditation.

The next day, after completing his cultivation, Shen Lian headed directly to the Inner Sect’s Tool Refinement Pavilion.

The Tool Refinement Pavilion of Azure Cloud Sect was a unique entity.

Many of the crafting masters there were not disciples of the Azure Cloud Sect; rather, they worked in a collaborative arrangement.

These masters could craft in the sect’s facilities and sell their creations to the Azure Cloud Sect or auction them externally.

In return, the Azure Cloud Sect provided them with training facilities and protection from outside threats.

The only price these masters paid was to offer a discount when sect disciples needed specialized items crafted.

At the entrance of the pavilion, Shen Lian greeted the pavilion elder and entered.

Inside, the space was divided into many arrays, each with functions Shen Lian couldn’t fully understand.

Currently, three crafting masters were busy refining materials within their respective arrays.

Sweeping his spiritual sense over them, Shen Lian identified the most advanced master and approached, waiting quietly outside the array.

After about half an hour, the white-haired elder finished smelting his materials and opened his eyes, noticing Shen Lian seated before him.

Shen Lian immediately bowed and respectfully greeted, “Disciple Shen Lian, greetings to the master.”

“No need for such formality, young friend,” the elder quickly replied, noting Shen Lian’s core disciple attire. “I am Li Wuchang; you may call me Elder Li. Calling me a master is far too much for this old man.”

“Yes, Elder Li.”

Shen Lian nodded.

“You must have something you wish crafted?”

Li Wuchang asked, looking at Shen Lian.

“Yes.”

Shen Lian nodded, extending his right hand. The Demon Emperor Sword appeared, floating in his palm.

Controlling his thoughts, Shen Lian resized the Demon Emperor Sword to a standard three-foot blade and handed it over, saying, “I’d like to have a scabbard made for this sword.”

“This…”

“What a fierce aura…”

Li Wuchang’s eyes brightened as soon as he saw the Demon Emperor Sword.

He carefully took the sword as if cradling a priceless treasure, examining it closely while muttering to himself, “What a sword… what material is this? It looks like bone…”

“But what kind of bone would have such an aura? And the runes on it… so strange…”

“Is this a high-grade spiritual weapon? No, no… it’s more likely a supreme spiritual weapon… but that’s not quite right…”

“A supreme spiritual weapon wouldn’t have such a potent presence. It’s already emitting such a terrifying aura without being used… Could it be… an immortal weapon?”

“Whoosh!”

Upon hearing the term “immortal weapon,” the other two masters in the pavilion immediately halted their own crafting and turned their attention to Li Wuchang.

When they saw the Demon Emperor Sword in his hands, they looked even more shocked, eagerly rushing over.

“Old Li, where did you get this sword? Let me see…”

“It’s so beautiful… Can I touch it?”

“Get lost! This was entrusted to me by this young friend—what’s it got to do with you?”

Seeing the two rushing over, Li Wuchang quickly held the Demon Emperor Sword close to his chest, not even noticing when the blade accidentally grazed his skin.

He shooed them away vigorously.

However, upon hearing his words, the two shifted their focus to Shen Lian.

“Young friend, is this sword yours?”

“Where did you get it?”

The two peppered Shen Lian with questions.

“Uh…”

Shen Lian was at a loss.

“Ahem, sorry, that was rude of me.”

Realizing his misstep, one of the masters slapped his forehead in apology. “My apologies. I didn’t mean to pry.”

“Well… what exactly would you like to do with this sword?”

“I’d like to craft a scabbard.”

Shen Lian answered truthfully.

“A scabbard?”

The master was stunned, then hesitated and said, “Young friend, to be frank, none of us here have the ability to forge a scabbard matching the sword’s level.”

Li Wuchang, who had been cradling the Demon Emperor Sword, froze upon hearing this, and his expression dimmed.

Realizing his previous excitement had made him overlook this, he reluctantly returned the sword to Shen Lian, saying, “Young friend, he’s right. We simply lack the skill.”

“Elder Li, you misunderstand.”

Shen Lian didn’t take the sword back, smiling instead. “I don’t need a scabbard of the same grade. I just need one that can hold it and is sturdy enough to withstand the sword’s residual sharpness.”

“Oh?”

Hearing this, Li Wuchang’s expression brightened, and he quickly retrieved the sword, asking, “You’re sure you don’t need the scabbard to have matching formations to enhance its power?”

“No, just something sturdy enough to endure its sharpness. As you can see, this sword’s power is quite strong.”

“‘Strong’ is putting it mildly; it’s terrifying.”

Li Wuchang nodded in agreement.

After studying the Demon Emperor Sword briefly, he said, “If it’s just about making the scabbard durable, then I can certainly try.”

“That’s great. What would the cost be?”

Shen Lian asked.

“For a scabbard that can endure such sharpness, the materials would need to be at least of the Soul-Suppressing Stone level, so it won’t be cheap…”

Li Wuchang pondered.

“Ahem… young friend, I have a small request. Would you be willing to hear it?”

At this moment, another master with messy hair spoke up.

“Oh? What is it, Master?”

Shen Lian asked.

“Don’t call me a master, I’m Miao Shen,” the man said, waving his hand. “To be honest, the crafting method of your sword is unlike anything I’ve ever seen.”

“So, I have a bold request. Could you leave the sword here for us to study?”

“We’d craft the scabbard for you at no charge. How does that sound?”

Miao Shen spoke with great respect, his eyes brimming with anticipation as he gazed at Shen Lian.

Hearing his words, Li Wuchang and the remaining master also looked at Shen Lian with hopeful expressions.

“This…”

Shen Lian pondered.

“Young friend, how about this? If you allow us to study the sword, once we’ve finished the scabbard, we’ll also pay you an additional fee.”

The remaining master finally spoke up.

Shen Lian quietly considered his options. The Demon Emperor Sword had already been refined by him, with the system’s assistance, making it impossible for anyone else to wield it.

Furthermore, Shen Lian could monitor the sword’s location at all times. Should it leave the Tool Refinement Pavilion, he would know immediately.

With the pavilion heavily guarded, there seemed to be no real risk.

After weighing his options, Shen Lian asked, “Elder Li, Masters, how long will it take to complete the scabbard?”

“Three days!”

“Three days at most. We assure you we’ll craft a scabbard that meets your satisfaction.”

The three looked at each other and responded in unison.

“Alright!”

Seeing their enthusiasm, Shen Lian made up his mind and nodded in agreement.

“I’ll leave the sword in your care.”

“Young friend, rest assured. We would sooner lose our lives than let anything happen to this sword.”

The three pledged earnestly.

With that, Shen Lian left the Demon Emperor Sword with them and made his way to the Inner Sect’s Scripture Pavilion.

Behind him, the three masters eagerly gathered around the sword, excitedly discussing their research.