[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-max-level-is-100-i-can-upgrade-all-skill-s-to-lv":3,"chapter-max-level-is-100-i-can-upgrade-all-skill-s-to-lv-max-level-is-100-i-can-upgrade-all-skill-s-to-lv-chapter-145":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Max Level is 100? I Can Upgrade All  skill s to Lv99999!",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},937667,1228,"Chapter 145 -145-Principles? The Core of Mana Ore Is Everything!","max-level-is-100-i-can-upgrade-all-skill-s-to-lv-chapter-145",145,"\u003Cp>For Caelan, the matter was simple. As long as he didn’t have to spend his own money, everything else was trivial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for getting the Ironclad Legion to increase Shirley’s salary... well, it wasn’t his money, so why not give her a raise? That was a win-win.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All right, the rest I’ll handle myself. You can go back for now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caelan said this to Shirley before stepping into the training room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t help but admire his surrogate father. Truly, the man had been incredible—and extravagantly over-the-top!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even a casual glance at the floor tiles of this training room revealed a remarkable detail: each tile was inscribed with miniature protective magic circles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What did this mean?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It meant that this training room was imbued with an extraordinary level of magical protection—power beyond ordinary comprehension.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, the location he had chosen for today’s endeavor was perfectly suitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing in the center of the room, Caelan retrieved the [Dwarven Blacksmith’s Token (legendary-grade)] from his storage space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The [Umbra Club Invitation] would have to wait; it could only be used after he reached a five-star level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He focused his attention entirely on the token in his hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everything was ready. The summoning could begin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caelan had been anticipating this forging for a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The primary goal was to make his longsword stronger, far stronger than it had been.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But exactly how to enhance it... he didn’t yet have a precise idea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Forget that—let’s summon the dwarven blacksmith first. I’ll get his advice directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that decision made, Caelan tore open the summoning token.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately, before his eyes, a highly intricate summoning circle appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The circle was framed by the most common configuration—a six-pointed star. Surrounding it, countless tiny, intricate runes swirled in a pattern so dense that they almost seemed like a living script.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of the runes, Caelan could proudly admit: he did not recognize a single one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few breaths passed, and the circle began to radiate a strong, golden glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each pulse of light gradually coalesced into a tangible form. After seven or eight pulses, the outline of a figure became clear—a dwarf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moments later, the light faded, revealing a small but robust figure standing before him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Name: Ironhand]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Level: 899]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Race: Dwarf]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Class: Legendary-Grade Master Blacksmith]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Attributes: ...]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Skill: Master Smithing]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Description: Ironhand is one of the most powerful blacksmiths in all dwarven history, possessing unprecedented talent.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ironhand’s introduction was deceptively simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet Caelan could read between the lines: this was a master of extraordinary skill, a dwarf capable of crafting weapons beyond imagination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dwarves were naturally skilled smiths, but Ironhand was exceptional—he had ascended above all others. His talent alone spoke volumes about his strength and capability.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Caelan realized the value of the [Dwarven Blacksmith’s Token (legendary-grade)]. It far surpassed even the [Umbra Club Invitation] in terms of potential.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, the bearded Ironhand looked directly at Caelan and spoke with a commanding voice:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Human, speak your request. What kind of equipment do you wish to forge? Provide me with the proper materials, and I shall fulfill any of your demands—reasonable or not!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caelan was momentarily stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had not expected such boldness from a dwarf blacksmith of legendary renown.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But perhaps this was the nature of those with immense power: confidence bordering on arrogance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shrugging off Ironhand’s attitude, Caelan addressed the task directly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master Ironhand, I need you to craft this longsword. Do you have any suggestions to improve it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, he placed his longsword in front of the dwarf.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ironhand blinked, slightly surprised, but immediately picked up the sword and began examining it carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caelan’s decision to actively seek Ironhand’s advice was deliberate. This dwarf master had likely worked on countless powerful weapons; his insight would be invaluable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if Caelan didn’t adopt Ironhand’s suggestions fully, the ideas themselves could inspire new improvements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Caelan did not anticipate what came next. After studying the sword, Ironhand set it aside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am sorry,\" he said simply. \"I am but a blacksmith. I forge the equipment you request, but I do not design it. Therefore, I have no opinions.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His stance was unequivocal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caelan frowned, contemplating for a brief moment. He then retrieved a piece of Mana Ore from his storage space.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment it appeared, he noticed Ironhand’s gaze involuntarily fixating on the glowing stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small smile formed in Caelan’s mind. As described in the old texts, dwarves had an irresistible greed for Mana Ore. If that held true, his plan would be straightforward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master Ironhand,\" Caelan said, \"if your design satisfies me, this piece of Mana Ore is yours.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ironhand blinked, then regained his composure and diverted his gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though dwarves coveted Mana Ore, the market price had stabilized over the years. He could desire the stone, but he would not compromise his principles as a master blacksmith.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need. I have my own principles,\" Ironhand said firmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wait—this master blacksmith can resist the temptation of Mana Ore?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A strange expression crossed Caelan’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Quickly, he flipped the Mana Ore stone in his hand, letting it glimmer before Ironhand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master Ironhand, behold. This is not an ordinary Mana Ore stone. This is a core of Mana Ore. Its value need hardly be explained, I’m sure.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ironhand’s eyes widened slightly, and a flash of greed appeared despite his efforts to maintain composure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A Mana Ore core... in the hands of a human!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn... his carefully crafted rules—would they be broken once again? He felt a deep reluctance, a fierce unwillingness to bend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Ironhand waver slightly, Caelan concealed the Mana Ore core.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It seems Master Ironhand truly adheres to his principles,\" he muttered to himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well, then this Mana Ore core...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just then, Ironhand stepped forward and grabbed Caelan’s wrist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait. I have a modification plan. Would you like to hear it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caelan’s face displayed a look of surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wait... Master Ironhand, hadn’t you said just a moment ago that you had principles you would never compromise?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And yet, a single Mana Ore core was enough to shake you?\u003C\u002Fp>",1008,"2026-06-03T07:00:23.169Z","2026-06-03T07:00:29.516Z",1,"novelbin.me","cc8f1a2d7f1b3a55db4dfd0816f2f8b7807734b80d514ea51d4f3a516bbb6994","max-level-is-100-i-can-upgrade-all-skill-s-to-lv-chapter-146","max-level-is-100-i-can-upgrade-all-skill-s-to-lv-chapter-144",385,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmax-level-is-100-i-can-upgrade-all-skill-s-to-lv-cover.jpg"]