Chapter 218: Steel Dragon

Lei En watched the illustration carefully; I have to say, it really looks too similar.

He has a genuine photo of Thunder God's Hammer on his phone; when he opens it and compares it with the illustration, it's hard to spot any differences—only a few details, like the lightning-shaped golden runes on the side of the hammer head, show slight shape variations, making the fake almost indistinguishable.

This page is the only item without any informational description, and it has no appraisal.

Next to the warhammer illustration, a few large characters are printed: "Stay tuned!"

Lei En laughed; this mysterious marketing tactic that taps into customers' curiosity was common in his past life, but in Ai Lun E Si, it's his first time seeing it.

I have to say, this will definitely attract many people to investigate.

Thunder God's Hammer is the world's most famous Legend Grade weapon, perhaps unrivaled, especially in the Empire where everyone knows it; accompanied by countless historical legends, it is almost the symbol of imperial authority.

If Thunder God's Hammer were to appear in the world, it would cause a massive sensation.

Of course, no one would think the Thunder God's Hammer shown in the brochure is real, nor could it appear at a trade fair, but that alone is enough to pique people's interest.

Even if it's fake, it can still attract attention.

"Fake Thunder God's Hammer…"

Lei En stroked his chin, thought for a moment, and a faint smile lifted the corner of his mouth.

Thunder God's Hammer is not only an extremely powerful weapon; in the Oriense Empire it holds great significance, and its holder can consider themselves the legitimate heir of Emperor Ai Er Fa, possessing high authority.

Over a thousand years ago, the "Usurper" Waldon wielded a warhammer, openly contested the emperor for power, and succeeded!

Although that success lasted less than a day, it left a profound impact on the Empire's history and institutions.

The royal house perished, and the Kemi Tisi Supreme Council rose.

Lei En had previously thought that if he obtained Thunder God's Hammer, he might not dare to use it, fearing unnecessary trouble.

Now, if he buys this fake Thunder God's Hammer, and later gets a chance to acquire the real one, then using the genuine hammer while pretending it's fake seems like a good option.

It looks like this trade fair is a must‑go.

"Fa Bi An."

Lei En called out, "Send someone to reply to Madam Xia Lanwei; I will definitely attend, and I intend to bring the Hurricane Staff to the trade fair."

Fa Bi An was a bit surprised.

The Hurricane Staff was the staff of the legendary Wizard Mai Ti Er; he had once seen it and knew it was an exquisite staff, Lord Mai Ti Er prized it as his life, and its value is extremely high.

He thought the lord would keep it for himself, but unexpectedly decided to part with it.

A staff of such quality is hard to come by; once sold, it's unlikely to have another chance to purchase.

"Lord?" Fa Bi An tried to persuade.

Lei En shook his head and said, "I don't like staffs; the Hurricane Staff doesn't suit me either. Just do as instructed."

"Understood." Fa Bi An turned and left the study.

Lei En set the brochure aside, thought no more, and prepared to thoroughly digest today's lesson from the teacher.

He opened his phone, about to replay the lecture video, when he recalled the teacher's ancient book.

He hurriedly opened it in his personal library.

After flipping through for a moment, Lei En couldn't help but exclaim that this hefty volume was the teacher's spell notebook, recording over two thousand spells!

All those spells are paired with Element runes and the teacher's research insights.

Lei En finally deeply realized how erudite a Holy Soul Wizard's knowledge is—nearly a millennium of accumulation, long‑term sedimentation, far beyond what ordinary people with only a few decades of fleeting lives could imagine.

The notebook has no title.

Lei En thought calling it the "Book of a Thousand Laws" was fitting, just like the "Book of a Thousand Souls"; if it could be edited and printed for circulation, it would become an essential spell compendium for countless casters.

However, possessing this notebook doesn't make one self‑taught.

Lei En turned to the page on the Electric Blast Orb; upon comparison, he found that many deeper, detailed aspects were neither recorded nor clearly explained in the notebook.

The notebook is merely a textbook, serving an auxiliary role.

The essence of true magical knowledge is hard to learn from books alone; only after the teacher's explanation can one better comprehend and master it, making it countless times more efficient than solitary, head‑down study.

Lei En looked at the notebook's contents and began reviewing.

Three days later.

Lei En sat in the back seat of a car, dressed in a black formal suit today, his hair neatly styled, a faint smile on his face, exuding outstanding charisma.

Beside him, Ai Mi Li Si also wore an evening dress, light makeup on her face, silver‑gold hair pinned at the back, revealing delicate collarbones; her pure visage paired with a graceful figure radiated astonishing feminine charm.

Even though he was accustomed to Viola's peerless presence, when Lei En saw Ai Mi Li Si as he got into the car, he couldn't help but pause briefly.

Today is the day of the trade fair.

Lei En originally intended to go alone; this is his first public appearance since becoming Lord Ge La Morgan, so he dressed more formally.

Ai Mi Li Si, however, suggested coming together as his companion.

Since returning from that apprenticeship ceremony, Lei En had noticed Ai Mi Li Si's change; whenever in the castle, she always creates opportunities to interact with him under the pretext of reporting official matters.

Occasionally, she unintentionally reveals a beautiful allure, yet remains very restrained.

Lei En has the Soul Eye, so he easily guessed Ai Mi Li Si's thoughts; while feeling somewhat smug, he also found it tricky.

He is not Liu Xia Hui, lacking such strong willpower.

These past days, his mind feels as if a cat's paw is scratching it—so itchy.

"Lei En?" Ai Mi Li Si lifted her pale, slender hand, waved it before Lei En's eyes, and asked, "What are you thinking?"

Lei En snapped back, replying a bit sheepishly, "Oh, nothing."

Addressing is also one of the recent changes.

Ai Mi Li Si had always called him "Lord", but after a casual chat yesterday, she unintentionally switched to calling him by name, appearing more intimate.

She pursed her lips in a light laugh; her lively violet eyes seemed to speak.

The car was filled with an ambiguous atmosphere.

"What a tormenting little imp…" Lei En muttered inwardly, feeling he couldn't stand it. He knew that as long as he was willing to respond a little, it wouldn't take long to get Ai Mi Li Si into bed.

But he also knew that the woman's motives were impure, her ambition laid bare, almost without any concealment.

If I got involved, it would surely be hard to get out.

It might bring a lot of trouble later.

And I couldn't even face Viola; it's been less than a month since arriving here, and I've already been caught consorting with another woman—undeniably proof of being a scumbag.

"Hold on, I must endure!"

Lei En shifted his gaze from Ai Mi Li Si, turned his head toward the car window, his face showing a calm expression.

Ai Mi Li Si pursed her lips, looking somewhat unwilling.

A moment later, the car entered the Six Deep Corner commercial district and stopped beneath a building.

Lei En hadn't even gotten out when he attracted the attention of the surrounding pedestrians.

Four Makurag people rode massive Kodo beasts, guarding the car as they raced forward, causing half the street to tremble slightly; it was hard not to be noticed.

The name of the Extreme Warrior is now known to everyone in Mo Du.

Their appearance signaled the arrival of the Earl of Glamorgan.

Just as the car settled, a portal opened in front of the main hall, and a lady in splendid attire stepped out; her looks were striking—though a shade less than Viola or Ao Xi Li Ya, she was still a rare beauty, and beneath her lavish gown a faint curve of a weapon could be seen.

She appeared to be in her thirties, exuding the charm of a mature woman, lightly made up, with steel‑gray long hair draped over her shoulders, wearing exquisite earrings and a necklace, like a noble lady.

Lei En glanced at her and, without introduction, knew she was Mrs. Xia Lanwei.

In the Soul Eye, she "also" appeared as a giant dragon.

Lei En shook his head inwardly; he had speculated when he saw the invitation, and now, seeing it with his own eyes, he was not surprised at all.

In just a month since arriving in Mo Du, he had already encountered three giant dragons disguised as humans.

This gave Lei En the illusion that giant dragons were not as rare as legend claimed; one could meet one just by stepping out, only that ordinary people couldn't tell.

Ao Xi Li Ya is an iridescent dragon; Kelaoaosi, the speaker of the Six‑person Council, is a red dragon.

And the one before him is a female steel dragon.

Steel dragons belong to metal dragons, a kind that greatly enjoys disguising themselves as humans and lurking within human society; they are fascinated by many human matters—art, culture, trade, history, and the like—and are considered relatively friendly giant dragons.

By identifying her soul traits, Lei En judged her age to be around four hundred years, making her an adult dragon.

Like Ao Xi Li Ya, she also works part‑time as a mage.

However, her mage rank is low—only eighth level—so she likely hasn't spent much effort learning spells, using the caster identity merely as a disguise; her true power comes from the dragon body, equivalent to a Mid‑stage transcendent in legend.

Her dragon soul contains many Elements.

Lei En instantly spotted a very familiar Element—steel body!

It made him pause; it was his first time encountering someone with a steel body. The Book of a Thousand Souls states that steel dragons are one known source of the steel body Element, and it proved true.

The steel dragon, disguised as a beautiful lady, stepped forward, using the gloved hand she wore with gray silk gloves to open the car door herself, cheerfully saying, "Welcome, Lord, your Majesty, to our presence."

Lei En got out, gave her a slight nod, and replied, "Good afternoon, Mrs. Xia Lanwei, I've been looking forward to your trade meeting for a long time."

"It is my honor that the Lord could come."

Xia Lanwei beamed, extending her hand to shake Lei En's.

When their hands touched, she seemed to sense something; her eyes flashed with an unmistakable sparkle, erupting in surprise.

(End of chapter)