Chapter 793: 793. Chapter 791: Searching for the Master

793. Chapter 791: Searching for the Master

However, Lu Yuan's eyes were firm, showing unyielding determination and perseverance.

He searched patiently and finally found a piece of refining material that shimmered with strange light.

"This is what I was looking for!"

He muttered to himself and accepted this special material.

Just as he was about to leave, a figure suddenly appeared before him.

That was a person who looked like a middle-aged man, with a smile on his face, appearing very kind and approachable.

That was exactly True Lord Po Tian.

Lu Yuan felt a stir in his heart, knowing that True Lord Po Tian had come to him for some purpose.

"May I ask what the matter is?"

He replied politely.

True Lord Po Tian showed a thoughtful expression: "I see you are extraordinarily talented and have limitless potential; why not join our Black Flame Sect for further study?"

Lu Yuan considered it carefully, but ultimately shook his head: "Sorry, I am loyal to the Profound Heaven Sect and have no intention of leaving."

True Lord Po Tian was neither disappointed nor angry; instead, he smiled: "Young people indeed have the courage and resolve to uphold their beliefs."

Afterward, True Lord Po Tian arranged a place for Lu Yuan to rest and prepared to attend the upcoming welcome banquet.

At the banquet, Lu Yuan saw many disciples of the Black Flame Sect, each full of vigor and extraordinary bearing.

Before him lay a luxurious banquet hall, resplendent with gold and jade, the dishes abundant and lavish.

Lu Yuan sensed the atmosphere here, and in his mind appeared the scene of dining at the Heavenly Food Pavilion earlier; compared to that, this place was more prosperous and warm.

Upon arriving at the Black Flame Sect, Lu Yuan was immediately greeted warmly.

He was invited to observe the techniques of senior refiners, in order to improve his own refining ability.

However, since the formal refining had not yet begun, he could only wait patiently in the arranged courtyard.

In the courtyard there was a scene of tranquility and serenity.

Lu Yuan sat on a redwood chair, closed his eyes to nurture his spirit, focusing on sensing the surrounding environment.

A gentle breeze brushed his cheeks, bringing a slight coolness.

Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting dappled light and shadow on him.

Just as Lu Yuan fell into contemplation, a member of the Black Flame Sect walked over and broke his train of thought.

"Brother Lu Yuan, our Black Flame Sect is the foremost refining sect in the world; if you join us, you will surely gain more resources and opportunities."

This member of the Black Flame Sect spoke with a smile, urging him.

Lu Yuan smiled faintly and was not swayed by the other's words.

"Thank you very much for your invitation and goodwill, but I have already decided to remain in the Profound Heaven Sect."

"I am full of loyalty and belonging to the Profound Heaven Sect; I will not leave lightly."

He replied calmly.

Seeing Lu Yuan's firm attitude, the Black Flame Sect member said no more, nodded, and left.

Lu Yuan continued to close his eyes and nurture his spirit, but in his mind he thought about how to forge his natal magic artifact.

Under the guidance of a refining master, every cultivator has the chance to forge a personal magic artifact to enhance their strength.

In order to find a master whose style matched his own, Lu Yuan and seven other fellow disciples began visiting various refining masters.

Each master had unique skills and style; they needed to carefully select the instructor most suitable for themselves.

The first refining master was a young woman proficient in water-element refining techniques.

She displayed a sword made of ice-blue gemstone and introduced to Lu Yuan the endless cold energy contained within the blade.

However, Lu Yuan felt he had no special rapport or resonance with this woman.

Next was a middle-aged man skilled in fire-element refining techniques.

He displayed a sword made of crimson gemstone, its blade emitting a scorching aura.

Although the sword was full of power and dignity, Lu Yuan felt he was not particularly suited to the fire element.

Lu Yuan continued to visit other refining masters, but he never found an instructor whose inner nature matched his own.

Until one day, he heard of a rare refining master who was diligently cultivating in a remote mountain cave.

Curiosity drove him to embark on a journey to find this mysterious master.

Deep in the cave, Lu Yuan encountered an old man who appeared ordinary yet exuded an astonishing aura.

This old man was named Li Xingchen, nicknamed Stellar Spirit Fire.

It is said he mastered a rare and mysterious fire-element refining technique—Stellar Spirit Fire.

"Have you come to become my disciple?"

The old man asked, his gaze looking toward Lu Yuan through thin mist.

Lu Yuan smiled faintly, bowed to the old man, and said, "Master Li Xingchen, I am Lu Yuan; I have heard you are a legendary figure in the refining world, and I wish to learn from you."

The old man nodded, indicating for Lu Yuan to sit down.

He took out a clear, translucent star core stone, his finger lightly touching its surface.

Instantly, a bright flame rose from the old man's hand.

This flame differed from ordinary fire; it radiated brilliant light and was accompanied by the vast power of the stars.

"This is my Stellar Spirit Fire; are you interested?" the old man asked.

A flicker of excitement passed through Lu Yuan's eyes: "Of course!"

"Please teach me how to use the Stellar Spirit Fire."

Li Xingchen smiled and explained: "Stellar Spirit Fire is a very special and rare fire element."

It can endow magic artifacts with limitless energy and grant them special powers and attributes.

But mastering it is no easy task.

Over the next few days, Li Xingchen began teaching Lu Yuan the technique of using stellar spirit fire to temper materials.

He took Lu Yuan to a special space that resembled a sea of stars.

Lu Yuan carefully observed each of Li Xingchen's movements, trying to grasp their essence.

They used stellar spirit fire to temper various materials, from ordinary metals to rare gems, each time a challenge to their skill.

After meticulous crafting through many processes, a battle axe came into being.

Made from top-grade immortal artifact raw materials and tempered with stellar spirit fire, its rank astonishingly reached middle-tier middle grade.

Lu Yuan picked up the battle axe, feeling the power and energy it emanated; his heart filled with joy and pride.

"Thank you for your guidance and instruction, Master Li Xingchen."

Lu Yuan bowed deeply to the elder and said, "I will continue to develop and glorify the knowledge you have imparted to me."

The elder smiled and shook his head, "You have surpassed my teachings; you are a young person of extraordinary talent and keen intellect."

"In the future you will surely become a great artifact refining master."

Lu Yuan looked gratefully at Li Xingchen, his heart full of anticipation for the future.

Lu Yuan's extraordinary artifact refining potential displayed in the Black Flame Sect attracted the attention of many.

Although his artifact refining technique was slightly lacking in speed, it was steady and precise; the initial-tier top-grade magic swords he forged earned everyone's admiration.

On the sword-testing platform, Lu Yuan was challenged by a senior disciple to a contest of forging skill.

The two held hammers, nervously and attentively striking the iron lumps in their hands. (End of chapter)