[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er":3,"chapter-high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-chapter-989":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","High Martial World: Getting Strong by Grinding Er Lang Shen's Talent",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2331356,4558,"Chapter 989: Nine-Li Battle Armor, Chongyuan Spear (Requesting Monthly Tickets)","high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-chapter-989",989,"\u003Cp>At Tianhai Residence, beneath a sturdy void tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the branches of the void tree, green leaves drifted with the wind, silver patterns flickering in and out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ripples of spatial laws spread throughout the entire estate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath the void tree, Lin Qi, clad in a black robe, slowly opened his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, space began to warp.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The propagation of light and the flow of energy underwent drastic changes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【You observed Volume Five of the Book of Void, gaining a fresh understanding of the True Meaning of Distortion in Spatial Laws, and successfully mastered the 50th subtlety of Distortion!】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>……\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi looked at the information that popped up on his panel, satisfied with his rate of progress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In 300 years, he had comprehended another 30 subtleties.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Combined, he now possessed 50 subtleties of the fifth True Meaning of Spatial Laws—Folding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of the 160 subtleties total, he had mastered 50, accounting for three-tenths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His progress was still extremely rapid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without exaggeration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among all the geniuses in the Tai Chu Sacred Land, few surpassed him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had pushed his innate talent and comprehension to their absolute limit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unfortunately, he could no longer continue meditating on Spatial Laws.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because he had other matters to attend to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside him, Xiao Chan, clad in a blue robe, appeared and reminded him:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Master, the 300 years have passed.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We should go to the Artisan Emperor to claim your secret treasures.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi rose slowly and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Since the time has come.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Then let’s go!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Shh!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, Lin Qi transformed into a purple-gold streak and departed Tianhai Residence, heading for Heitie Courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the name of the Artisan Emperor’s estate—sounding like a weapons factory, perfectly matching his metallurgist’s persona.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not long after, Lin Qi arrived at his destination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing at the entrance of Heitie Courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ding!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt a beam of light sweep over his body in an instant from the grand metal gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hum!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later, the gate opened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A black octopus-shaped intelligent robot spoke:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Member Lin Qi, the Master has been awaiting your arrival.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Please follow me.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi followed the black octopus into the villa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He sat on the sofa in the living room, and the robot poured him a specially crafted drink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then a six-meter-tall, burly figure appeared in his vision, clad in a black robe, with a stern face and a thick beard—it was the estate’s master, the Artisan Emperor!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Lin Qi, long time no see!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m sure you’re eager to see your secret treasures!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Artisan Emperor greeted him cheerfully, then plopped down on the sofa without any decorum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The black octopus robot extended its tentacles, performing several tasks at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later, two steaming cups of drink were prepared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a red beverage resembling blood, emitting a peculiar fragrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi took his cup and sipped it, saying:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This drink is delicious!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Artisan Emperor downed his cup in one gulp and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course—it’s my homeland’s Hundred Fruit Soup, made with top-grade ingredients.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The flavor is naturally supreme; this stuff can cleanse every corner of your body, leaving you feeling wonderfully comfortable.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“By the way, your two secret treasures are finished.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hum!!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Artisan Emperor waved his hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two large black metal chests instantly materialized on the table. Lin Qi stared at the chests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had seen many chests before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All made from different metals.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the metal used for these chests was extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Expensive to produce, they would fetch a fortune if sold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The burly Artisan Emperor extended a large finger toward the chests and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Forging your two secret treasures was no easy task.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I originally thought I could finish them by dedicating just a portion of my time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But I didn’t expect the two starstones you provided were of such high quality.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If I hadn’t put in extra effort, I’d have wasted your starstones.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Still, even if not perfectly crafted,”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“They’re still among the finest I’ve ever made.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You may open them and take a look.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi’s eyes lit up as he opened one chest first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hum!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the chest opened, a battle armor radiating fierce, oppressive aura lay neatly inside; dense aura surged toward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire armor was black, inlaid with flowing silver, gold, and purple runes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These three colors of runes spread like photon blood across every surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the three forces formed a unique pattern on the chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing it, Lin Qi felt this armor had been made for him—it was the perfect fit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Artisan Emperor chuckled:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The flow and patterns of these runes were modeled after the energy pathways in your body when you unleash your power.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I engraved the runes following your exact flow, and they immediately underwent transformation.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi asked:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s the name of this armor?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Artisan Emperor replied:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Among secret treasures, there are grades of quality.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“How to distinguish them? Look at how many layers of runes they contain.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The stronger the material, the more rune layers can be engraved.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“These metallurgical runes function like mechanical parts—layers combine to maximize their power.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Rune layers range from one to nine.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Most secret treasures are one-rune, like the Void-Blocking Ring.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hence, they’re the cheapest.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Each additional rune layer increases the price significantly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“We classify them into three tiers: Three-Rune, Six-Rune, Nine-Rune!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Each tier dramatically enhances the treasure’s power.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I originally thought, given your materials and my skill, I could manage at most three runes.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But your starstones were so exceptional, they could withstand four rune layers—so its quality has reached the second tier.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Therefore, I named it Nine-Li Battle Armor.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If you think the name’s bad, you can change it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi immediately understood—this was how secret treasure quality was graded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The higher the quality of his treasure, the stronger his burst power would be, and the greater the amplification.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But hearing the Artisan Emperor’s name, he couldn’t help shaking his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had thought he was terrible at naming things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the Artisan Emperor was even worse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So he said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“This name isn’t good either!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s just call it the Jiuli Battle Armor.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Perhaps in the future, you’ll have the chance to engrave nine layers of secret patterns onto the armor.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Snap!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Artifact Emperor nodded and said, “Then it’s settled—call it the Jiuli Battle Armor!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re absolutely right!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If in the future you acquire more cultivation points...”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Or more precious metals, I can upgrade your armor to nine-pattern status.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“With your talent, this is merely a matter of time.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Qi nodded, guessing it was probably because he didn’t have many cultivation points.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s why the Artifact Emperor hadn’t used better materials.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, why not forge a nine-pattern treasure outright?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he opened another metal chest.\u003C\u002Fp>",1117,"2026-06-20T20:27:49.107Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","e9b37dce4c9473b9da3e0bd9bebe0412ae1379539298ea30f1ad6f1175b86fb4","high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-chapter-990","high-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-chapter-988",992,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhigh-martial-world-getting-strong-by-grinding-er-cover.jpg"]