Chapter 126: The Hammer in Hand

Chapter 126: The Hammer in Hand

Chapter 126: The Hammer in Hand (Three Updates Today)
"This thing..."

As the sky gradually darkened, Li Yuan finished practicing a few sets of military postures, changed his clothes, and opened the booklet given to him by Jing Shuhu under the flickering light:
"Catalog?"

Li Yuan rubbed his eyes and flipped through a few more pages, only to find that this already thick booklet was actually just a catalog.

The books in the catalog cover fire sources, iron identification, quenching, plasticity, etc., no less than 1,200 books!

"Fuck, so many?!"

Li Yuan stared in amazement, then realized: "No wonder the old guy has that expression..."

Thinking of Jing Shuhu's smile when he left, Li Yuan couldn't help but twitch his mouth. Reading one or two unofficial histories and vernacular novels from time to time was just a pastime, but reading thousands of them was a life-threatening thing.

"The method of casting weapons cannot be so complicated. Let me take a look..."

Li Yuan started reading from the beginning again, and felt a little relieved.

Most of the books on these catalogs are about forging methods, and only a small part are about weapon making methods.

Moreover, many of them are the personal experiences of the elders of the Weapon Casting Valley from generation to generation, and the most important ones are only more than ten books.

"A dozen or so is fine..."

After closing the catalog, Li Yuan came to the yard. The night sky was very clear after the rain, and four bright moons shone brightly.

He raised the hammer and moved, slowly pushing his body forward, each move was the same as before.

However, with his talent for hammer skills, and the added blessing of the 'minor success' and 'great success' level Bingdao Fighting Hammer, he felt that his hammer skills made his blood and internal strength flow smoothly, and his progress was greatly increased.

……

Early the next morning, Li Yuan went to the library and borrowed the books listed in the catalog.

The books on weapon-making techniques were all in the inner building. Li Yuan did not waste his chance to enter the inner building, which was only three times a year, but borrowed them in the name of Jing Shuhu.

"Elder Lei has already told us that this time will not count as your number of times."

The fat old man walked downstairs quickly with a book in his arms, smiling even more respectfully than before, and instructed:

"The books in the inner building are not allowed to be damaged or passed on to others. You are the only one who has received the true teachings. Ordinary disciples cannot borrow them at all..."

"Thank you."

When Li Yuan saw it from afar, his eyes lit up and he quickly reached out to take the dozen books as thick as bricks.

A light blue light appeared in his eyes:
【Weapon Refining Method (Level 4)】

[A scroll made of red rhinoceros hide soaked in a special liquid medicine, with annotations written by dozens of craftsmen and master craftsmen... Passed down for thousands of years, with the efforts of many people, it has become magical...]

[Control conditions: Great perfection of forging method, perfection of weapon forging method, great success of weapon casting method]

[Control Effect: Perfection of Weapon Forging Technique (Dark Blue), Great Perfection of Weapon Hammering Technique (Light Blue)]

An unexpected surprise?

Li Yuan's heart skipped a beat. This was the second kind of book he had seen that could be controlled, besides the fundamental map.

Moreover, as expected, there are at least three sets of armor: "Armor Hammering", "Weapon Spiritualization", and "Armor Spiritualization"!
'How wide is the range of weapons covered by the Weapon Scroll?'

Although the requirements for mastering this set of books were very high, Li Yuan was still quite surprised. At the same time, he also developed a strong interest in other secret books in the inner building.

He remembered that both the intermediate and superior martial arts had "physical diagrams"...

Under the old tree outside the library, two old men were still playing chess, and there were occasional noises.

"Weapon Forging Technique? You are indeed a forging genius. Elder Jing hasn't taught anyone the Weapon Forging Technique for many years."

The slightly taller old man caught a glimpse of Li Yuan and exclaimed in amazement.

Another short and fat old man shook his head: "Li boy, although the method of casting weapons is a strange technique, martial arts is the right way..."

"What do you mean by right or wrong? In our Divine Weapon Valley, isn't this weapon-casting method the right way?"

"Old thing!"

"old man!"

The two of them started to argue with each other over a disagreement, and it seemed that they might start fighting at any time.

"Mr. Wang, Mr. Liu, please continue. I will bring some wine and meat to play chess with you some other day."

Li Yuan didn't bother him. He just said hello and turned to leave.

These two old men were once elders of the outer sect. They retired due to problems in their practice or injuries, and now they are in charge of the library.

Of course, there were more than just the two of them in charge of the library.

There have been constant frictions of varying sizes both internally and externally in the Divine Weapon Valley throughout the years, and many disciples and elders have retired due to broken limbs.

The compensation they deserve will not be small, and the sect will have to support them for the rest of their lives.

This is also the rule of Shenbing Valley.

"These retired old guys are often ignored, but their potential power is not small..."

Li Yuan never underestimates anyone, especially those old guys who can retreat after a fierce battle.

……

Li Yuan spent the next few days very fulfillingly.

Every day before dawn he would practice the military fighting hammer in the yard, and at dawn he would go to the Weapon Casting Valley to forge iron and repair the giant hammer of Ba Wanli.

With his forging skills, minor damage is nothing.

In the evening, he returned home, had his meal, took a medicinal bath, and after seeing Yu Xiang and the others off, he controlled the 'Little Green Snake Fundamental Map' to continue changing his constitution.

Perhaps it was because his root bones had been changed so many times, although the pain was still unbearable each time, the progress was much faster than at the beginning.

After being exhausted, Li Yuan swallowed the pill, leaned against the head of the bed and flipped through the book, silently memorizing every word.

He believed that the essence of the Weapon Control Talisman lies in the blessing over the years, and eventually digesting all the effects and completely integrating them into oneself.

Corresponding to the blessed 'Introduction to Weapon Forging', Li Yuan was eager to improve himself rapidly.

"Brother Li!"

On this day, as soon as Li Yuan went out, an outer disciple came hurriedly and bowed to him.

"The head elder is back and sent me to inform my brother."

"Is Elder Sun back?"

Li Yuan's eyes lit up slightly.

He has not yet fully accepted the reward of the true teachings. The fields, shops, houses, mines and the like are managed by Liu Zheng.

He had no need for the dragon horse for the time being, and leaving it in the stable could save some money on fodder.

As for the famous weapon, inner armor, six-spirit boots, and three small soul-replenishing pills, he had to go to the Divine Weapon Pavilion in person to get them.

He had been there once before, but the head elder Sun Zan was out, so it had been delayed until now.

"Thank you, junior brother!"

Li Yuan had been thinking about this reward for a long time, so he immediately went to the Divine Weapon Pavilion with the disciple.

The Divine Weapon Pavilion's security was even more stringent than that of the library. There were several teams of disciples in heavy armor patrolling in the distance, and there seemed to be secret sentries around.

"Brother Shaofang?"

From a distance, Li Yuan saw Shao Fangbai, whose face was slightly stiff and he saluted:

"Brother Li."

"Brother Shaofang, why are you here?"

Li Yuan glanced at the bag on him and felt a little surprised.

Shao Fangbai is from the Bai family, which is extremely wealthy. He would never carry out a mission just for pills or money.

"Several brothers were found dead in the Grand Canal. The elders sent people to investigate, and I was one of them."

Shao Fangbai had a blank expression on his face, and he obviously had no intention of talking. He said one sentence and quickly left.

"Another disciple was killed?"

Li Yuan frowned slightly. He had heard similar things at least four or five times during this period.

Considering the status and power of the Divine Weapon Valley in Zhelong Mansion, this is obviously a bit abnormal...

"Li Yuan?"

From the small courtyard on the side of the Divine Weapon Pavilion, an old man with a goatee and a rather elegant appearance walked out.

"Elder Sun."

Li Yuan bowed.

The Divine Weapon Pavilion is an important place in the valley, and the person in charge here naturally has a very high status. Although this person does not have a meridian connection, he is the brother-in-law of the valley master Gong Yangyu.

The true disciples of the inner and outer sect elders had to give him some respect.

"No need to go to the Divine Weapon Pavilion. I have brought all your things here for you!"

Elder Sun smiled and invited him into the courtyard.

"On behalf of others?"

Li Yuan frowned.

The most numerous items in the Divine Weapon Pavilion are famous weapons, but there are differences among them. Besides, how could someone else take the things awarded to him in the valley on his behalf?
Li Yuan narrowed his eyes slightly, but did not get angry and followed him into the courtyard.

The yard is not small, with three entrances inside and outside. In the outermost yard, there are six unknown fruit trees planted, which have already produced fist-sized green fruits.

"I have long heard that a true dragon-shaped disciple appeared in the valley. After seeing him today, I find that his reputation is well-deserved!"

Elder Sun smiled gently and invited Li Yuan into the house. A beautiful young woman brought a teapot and poured tea for the two of them. "This tea of ​​mine is made from the finest bamboo in the mountains. One ounce of tea leaves is worth one ounce of gold. How about you try it?"

Elder Sun entertained him warmly. Li Yuan took the teacup with a smile and praised it highly.

"Dragon-shaped bones! I haven't seen such a talented disciple in the valley for seventy years. I am really envious of him!"

Sun Zan was full of praise, but seemed to have forgotten the main business.

'What does this old man want to do?'

Li Yuan felt a little cold in his heart. Sun Zan didn't mention the reward, so he didn't mention it either. He just followed him around in circles and inquired about various things going on inside and outside the valley, and inside and outside the city.

"I heard that the Valley Master has a group of snow-walking red dragon horses, which are worth a thousand gold..."

"By the way, I wonder if the elder knows if there is any conflict between my master and the great elder Jing?"

"Elder Ku Yue... Elder Qiu..."

Sun Zan's eyelids twitched and he became a little impatient. Why does this kid always pry into other people's private affairs?

He knew all this, but if it got out, wouldn't he be blocked behind the door and beaten?
"Cough cough!"

Sun Zan coughed lightly and said, "We have gone too far. We have gone too far."

"To be honest, Elder, I am quite curious about these things. By the way, I heard that when the Valley Master was young..."

"Cough cough!"

Sun Zan almost choked and interrupted:

"Speaking of which, in a few days, I will hold a banquet at the Baiwei Tower in the city to celebrate my sixtieth birthday. I wonder..."

Sixtieth birthday?

Li Yuan narrowed his eyes slightly, then smiled and agreed: "Since the elders have invited me, I will go!"

Is this a gift for him?

Li Yuan changed his mind, but felt something was wrong.

With Sun Zan's status and position, how could he care about such a small amount of money as a gift...

"Alas!"

Sun Zan slapped his forehead, quite annoyed:

"My memory is bad due to my age. I almost forgot something important!"

He turned into the inner room, and after a while, he came out holding a heavy hammer, and the beautiful woman was holding a tray with inner armor, boots, and a bottle of medicine on it.

"This hammer?"

Li Yuan thought it was just a hammer, but when he took a glance at it he was surprised.

This heavy hammer is as tall as a person, dark blue all over, with fine lines and smooth lines. It is heavy but not bulky.

He took it and weighed it briefly, and was surprisingly satisfied:

[Golden Great Xiyi Hammer (Level 4)]

[It is made mainly of red secret white jade, mixed with various golds, and tempered with the blood of hundreds of beasts. It is not very heavy...]

[Control conditions: Master any one of the superior hammer techniques, perfect the middle hammer technique, perfect the inferior hammer technique, and the great strength of a bear or tiger]

[Control Effect: Hammer Talent (Light Yellow), Heavy as a Thousand Pounds (Dark Green), Physical Talent (Light Yellow)]

This heavy hammer has some of the flavor of a top-grade famous instrument. If it weren't for the limited material and the lower firing time, it would have been a top-grade famous instrument!
Li Yuan weighed it briefly and realized that there was still a chance to reforge this hammer.

"This hammer was carefully selected by me. What do you think of it?"

Sun Zan pinched his goatee and smiled, "Is it still handy?"

"Thank you, Elder Sun!"

Li Yuan guessed that Sun Zan had ulterior motives, but this heavy hammer was indeed to his liking, so he naturally bowed to express his gratitude.

"In this case, I am relieved."

Sun Zan nodded and picked up the teacup.

Li Yuan bowed, picked up the things on the tray, and left with the sledgehammer.

As he was about to leave the hospital, he glanced at the next door rooms.

After the Weapon Control Talisman was promoted to the fifth level, the range he could sense increased greatly. As long as he concentrated his perception, the wall would not be able to block him.

With a casual glance, I saw a corner of light yellow.

【General-slaying Sword (Level 5)】

[Made mainly of thousand-year-old blazing gold, mixed with dozens of irons, tempered hundreds of thousands of times, forged by master craftsmen, stained with dozens of human blood, and has become spiritual...]

[Control conditions: Minor success of Five-Colored Lingxu Sword, Great perfection of Heavenly Star Sword, Perfection of Azure Sea Lingxu Sword, Perfection of Black Turtle Sword]

[Control Effect: Sword Skill Talent (dark blue), Armor-piercing Sharpness (light blue), Not easy to be damaged (light blue), Five-color Lingxu Sword Great Perfection (yellow)]

Light yellow in color, a top-grade famous weapon, the Five-Colored Lingxu Sword...

“This knife.”

Li Yuan felt a little nervous, and after a slight pause, he walked away:

"Shi Hong..."

……

call!
As soon as Li Yuan left, Sun Zan couldn't help but hold his chest, shivering in pain:

"My dearest..."

That hammer is a fine piece of famous artifact, and its price is at least 1,500 taels of silver.

The beautiful woman was about to say something when she suddenly bent down and said, "Young Valley Master!"

"It's just a famous vessel. If Elder Sun is reluctant to part with it, I will buy it for you."

Shi Hong walked into the house.

"We are one family, how can we speak in different languages?"

Sun Zan stood up to greet him, invited him to sit down, and poured tea for him personally: "If the young master wants to see him, he would not dare to refuse even if he said a word. How..."

Shi Hong smiled without saying anything, and only glanced at the beautiful woman, who had already taken a book from the bookshelf nearby:
"This is the new 'Talent List' released by Yunshu Building..."

Shi Hong's expression became serious, and he asked in a deep voice, "May I ask where this list came from?"

"Yun Shulou only said that a passing merchant sold it to them. As for who that merchant was and where he came from, no one knows..."

“No one knows.”

Shi Hong looked gloomy.

This list has only been around for more than half a month, but it has already caused a sensation throughout the Zhelong Mansion. Behind the sensation is the blood of nine elite inner sect disciples!

"The person who made this list must be related to the murderer!"

Sun Zan said solemnly:
"The disciples of the Supervisory Hall are currently trying to capture the merchant. I think there will be results soon."

In half a month, inner sect disciples were killed one after another, which naturally shook the Divine Weapon Valley greatly. The elders were dispatched to hunt down the murderer, but found nothing.

The only thing that might be relevant is this list of talented people.

Because the order in which the nine disciples were killed corresponds to their rankings on the list.
From low to high...

"In half a month, he killed nine of my inner sect's elite disciples, but he didn't even leave a trace..."

Shi Hong lightly tapped the so-called list of talents:
"This beast deserves to die, he deserves to be killed, for hunting down my sect's disciples so openly and righteously!"

"Deserves to be killed!"

Sun Zan nodded repeatedly, inadvertently glanced at the list of talents that Shi Hong had opened, and saw a familiar name.

'this……'

His heart trembled, and he thought of his birthday party...

Does the Young Valley Master really want to win over Li Yuan?
……

……

"Shi Hong..."

Inside the forge, the sound of hammers was frequent. Li Yuan was hammering iron, his brows slightly furrowed, still thinking.

He had met Shi Hong several times after the True Transmission Ceremony, and the latter's attitude had changed a lot, and it seemed that he no longer had any ill intentions.

But Shi Hong was clearly here today, but he didn't show up...

"Sun Zan doesn't have the guts to openly murder the sect's true disciple, but this banquet..."

After thinking for a long time without any clue, Li Yuan simply stopped thinking about it, but he had made up his mind.

No matter what you want to do, I won’t go to that ghost banquet!

"Brother Li!"

At this time, someone shouted, and Zhu Chen stood at the entrance of the forging field and waved:
"Eighty thousand miles, eighty thousand miles, he wants to see you..."

"Ok!"

Li Yuan responded, but still finished forging the piece of fine iron.

He picked up the repaired golden hammer and quickly followed Zhu Chen.

(End of this chapter)