Chapter 261: Chapter 235: Divine Techniques Perfection

"A Law Stone Ore Vein."

A look of surprise appeared on Xu Qing’s face. He hadn’t expected to receive such news from Ye Langtian. "What are the specifics?"

"Master."

Ye Langtian took a deep breath, slowly calming himself. "To be honest, I’m not entirely clear on the specific situation either," he said. "After all, I am still only at the Ultimate Extraordinary Extreme and have not yet truly stepped into the Third Realm."

"However, I have learned that an Elder from the Blood Demon Sect Cangzhou Chapter, deep within the East Cang Mountain Range, unexpectedly detected the Domain fluctuations of a Law Stone Ore Vein and located one."

"The exact size of this Law Stone Ore Vein is still unknown. They haven’t explored it for fear of causing too much of a disturbance."

"You have to understand, even a small Law Stone Ore Vein can be mined for a massive amount of Law Stones. It might even contain Middle-grade Law Stones, or perhaps even Top-grade Law Stones."

"Its value is immeasurable. If other factions were to learn of it, it would surely cause a huge commotion, which is why a formal investigation has not yet begun."

"Understood."

Xu Qing nodded slightly.

"Master."

Ye Langtian continued, "I will apply to investigate this Law Stone Ore Vein. When the time comes, I will report my findings about the vein to you."

"You may."

Xu Qing nodded.

’A Law Stone Ore Vein...’ It was impossible for Xu Qing not to be tempted. ’If I could obtain a vein like this, I would never have to worry about running out of Law Stones again.’

’Moreover, a Law Stone Ore Vein can be mined for Middle-grade Law Stones, and even Top-grade ones. Just using a Low-grade Law Stone to absorb Law Energy already increases one’s Meditation speed tenfold.’

’If I were to use Middle-grade or even Top-grade Law Stones, the increase in speed would be even greater.’

However, while Low-grade Law Stones could be acquired with Top-grade Primordial Stones, Middle-grade Law Stones were not available for open exchange in the Cangzhou Prefecture.

To exchange Low-grade Law Stones for Middle-grade ones, one needed the corresponding authority and sufficient status within the Cangzhou Prefecture.

Only then would one have the qualifications and authority to use Low-grade Law Stones to trade for Middle-grade ones.

「Three days later.」

"Senior, I greet you."

On this day, at the entrance of A Weapon Shop, Cloud Ascendant Zhenren had once again come to see Xu Qing. This time, he had not come empty-handed; he brought with him a precious apprenticeship gift.

Inside the courtyard.

"Senior."

Cloud Ascendant Zhenren’s expression was full of excitement. "I sincerely wish to take you as my master. These are but a token of my sincerity. I hope that Senior will grant my wish."

SWOOSH!

Cloud Ascendant Zhenren waved his right hand.

A streak of light shot out and landed before Xu Qing, revealing rows of neatly arranged Low-grade Law Stones.

Most importantly, a total of one hundred Low-grade Law Stones and ten Middle-grade Law Stones appeared before Xu Qing, shimmering with the fluctuations and radiance of Law Energy.

Apparently, rather than giving some precious treasure or gift, it was far more direct and straightforward to simply offer Law Stones—in other words, gifting money.

...

Xu Qing’s expression flickered slightly.

One hundred Low-grade Law Stones, plus ten Middle-grade Law Stones. It had to be said that this was, without a doubt, a sufficient apprenticeship gift.

In truth, the one hundred Low-grade Law Stones were one thing, but the main prize was the ten Middle-grade Law Stones. Low-grade Law Stones could be exchanged for as long as one had enough Primordial Stones.

But Middle-grade Law Stones were different. They required authority and special contributions to obtain. Even in the Cangzhou Prefecture, they were considered a restricted resource.

"Not enough."

Xu Qing’s expression was calm. He sized up Cloud Ascendant Zhenren, knowing the man was a wealthy tycoon. After all, he was an Elder of the Flame Cloud Sect and a peak Artisan Spirit Master; he was naturally loaded.

"This..."

Cloud Ascendant Zhenren was stunned for a moment. Seeing Xu Qing’s calm expression, he naturally understood. The Senior before him was a true Refiner; of course this amount of Law Stones would not be enough to catch his eye.

SWOOSH! SWOOSH!

Without hesitation, Cloud Ascendant Zhenren waved his right hand again. Two more streaks of light shot out, from which he produced another one hundred Low-grade Law Stones and ten more Middle-grade Law Stones.

"This is my apprenticeship gift. I implore Senior to accept it."

Cloud Ascendant Zhenren bowed deeply.

"Good."

Xu Qing nodded. With a beckoning gesture of his right hand, all two hundred Low-grade Law Stones and twenty Middle-grade Law Stones before him vanished into his possession.

"From this day forward, you are my Registered Disciple,"

Xu Qing said.

’A Registered Disciple?’ Cloud Ascendant Zhenren was taken aback.

"Only when you can comprehend the mysteries of a Refiner and become a true Refiner yourself will you be qualified to be my true disciple,"

Xu Qing stated.

"This..."

Cloud Ascendant Zhenren was utterly stunned.

Evidently, he hadn’t expected that after offering such a lavish apprenticeship gift, he would only be accepted as a Registered Disciple. Furthermore, to become a true disciple, he had to become a Refiner.

"Ma... Master... may I be so bold as to ask for your name?"

Cloud Ascendant Zhenren asked. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

"I am Ouyazi,"

Xu Qing replied.

"Ouyazi?"

Cloud Ascendant Zhenren paused, stunned. He knew there were quite a few Refiners in the Cangzhou Prefecture, including several Forging Masters.