Yan Shaozhe's Decision
A year is still too long.
Su Ming's initial estimate was that construction would be completed within a year, but he hoped that this timeframe could be reduced to within six months, or even three months.
Just like the requirements he had given Duan Lin, his initial task for Duan Lin was to complete the construction of three branches in the Douluo Three Kingdoms within three years.
In reality, Duan Lin himself had no performance pressure, and under the control of Su Ming and the Body Sect, this process could be completed ahead of schedule very soon.
Not only did they complete the task ahead of schedule, they also exceeded the target; the Blacksmith Association has already been established in the Sun Moon Empire.
Now, Su Ming is preparing to auction off the remaining construction slots for the association to promote the construction of the four core branches.
Once the four core branches are completed, the ten designated slots will be filled by the city associations chosen by the respective factions. But who will be responsible for their construction?
Su Ming felt that the Blacksmith Association shouldn't have paid for it.
"What? They're auctioning off even the spots?"
Xu Jiawei's face was grim.
The Blacksmith Association is moving too fast, seemingly disregarding the situation on the mainland, with only one goal: expansion.
"It seems that Forging techniques are not difficult to learn; otherwise, they would not be able to support the supply of Spiritual Metal to so many association branches."
In just one year, the Blacksmith Association has added three new Forging Master; perhaps in another year, there won't be three new Forging Master.
"But why haven't the disciples my Royal Family sent to the Blacksmith Association to learn Forging made any progress?"
Is Forging really that demanding in terms of talent? Could there really be such a significant difference in skill level?
Xu Jiawei called Xu Jiujiu.
"Imperial Brother, what is it?"
He looked puzzled for Xu Jiujiu.
"How far have the trainees you're responsible for guiding in learning Forging techniques progressed?"
"Two have mastered the Hundred Forgings technique and are learning the Thousand Forgings for Ordinary Metal."
"Can't we directly learn the Thousand Forgings with Spirit technique? What does 'ordinary Thousand Forgings ' mean?" Xu Jiawei asked, frowning. "Is the Blacksmith Association keeping secrets from us?"
His tone was extremely irritated, and he even directly expressed his suspicion that the Blacksmith Association secrets.
He gave a bitter laugh Xu Jiujiu.
"Imperial Brother, don't be anxious. The Blacksmith Association hasn't been holding back. It's just that those two students haven't yet met the basic requirements for Thousand Forgings with Spirit. The key to Thousand Forgings with Spirit lies in the Soul Spirit, and they are still far from acquiring Soul Spirit. If they possessed Soul Spirit, they could indeed directly learn the techniques of Spirit Infusion and Thousand Forgings with Spirit, but since they don't have Soul Spirit, they can only learn ordinary Thousand Forgings first to lay a foundation."
After learning about the advancement logic of Forging technology from Xu Jiujiu, Xu Jiawei suddenly understood.
"The Soul Spirit is the key, so let's send another batch of Soul Master to join the Blacksmith Association. There's no way my Star Luo Empire can't find Soul Master who are close to level ten."
"Also, find high-level Soul Master who are in a bottleneck period, those at level 49 and Level 59, match them with Soul Master Soul Bone to help them break through. The higher their Soul Power Level, the sharper their strength and perception will be, and the faster their learning progress will be."
Xu Jiawei looked excited.
He's figured it out.
This will surely allow them to quickly cultivate a Blacksmith for the Star Luo Royal Family.
Instead of trying to dissuade Xu Jiawei, Xu Jiawei Xu Jiujiu agreed with his decision.
"Imperial Brother, I will have someone take care of it, but currently the Blacksmith Association does not have the ability to convert higher-level Soul Spirit; Soul Spirit can only be of the thousand-year age."
Xu Jiawei smiled.
"I thought it was a problem."
He waved his hand dismissively.
"It's alright. Most Soul Master who are stuck at level 49 or Level 59 are nearing the end of their potential. The Soul Ring Limit is not very meaningful to them. On the contrary, the prospects of Blacksmith are more attractive to them."
Mastering the Thousand Forgings with Spirit means mastering core technology, which might be even more sought-after than current Soul Engineer.
They will be willing.
Moreover, they can give up cultivating Soul Power and work harder than even more promising Soul Master geniuses to learn Forging.
"By the way, since you're here, I 'Auction to you."
Xu Jiawei told Xu Jiujiu that the Blacksmith Association was going to Auction off its membership slots.
He opened his eyes wide for Xu Jiujiu.
Her first reaction was, "Spots can actually be sold for money?"
The second reaction was to the Blacksmith Association's exaggerated expansion speed.
"I understand. I will try my best to get the highest price at the auction, and I will allocate all ten slots to the final items."
He Xu Jiujiu exhaled a breath.
She felt that all the powerful figures attending the Auction this time would have their pockets emptied.
"Spiritual Metal? With so many people gathered here, they'll probably auction off Spiritual Metal, right?" Xu Jiujiu suddenly thought of this question.
Xu Jiawei helplessly spread his hands.
"No, none of the auction houses within Star Luo City have received Spiritual Metal."
Star Luo Grand Hotel, Top Floor Luxury Suite.
"Fortunately, the Corpse Poison hasn't spread. Chen Zifeng, you're Power Attack System Soul Master, so your physical recovery ability is stronger than the other two, and you still have combat ability. However, you should focus on recovering from your injuries for now, and only participate in the competition when you're fully healed. Yao Haoxuan, your injuries are more serious. Teacher Li from the academy is on his way. With his treatment, you'll be able to participate in the matches after the round of 16."
Yan Shaozhe looked at the last seriously injured person.
If Chen Zifeng and Gongyang Mo's injuries were only relatively serious, then Yao Haoxuan's injuries were grievous.
Yao Haoxuan was pierced through the body by debris from the explosion; his abdomen, legs, and arms were all penetrating injuries. Under normal circumstances, even if he recovered, he would most likely be disabled, let alone be able to participate in this competition.
"Yao Haoxuan, your injuries are quite serious. This is my negligence. I will take you back to the academy in a while and ask Elder Zhuang to treat you. The academy has a Soul Bone with Life Attribute. I will personally fund the acquisition of that Soul Bone for you. With that Soul Bone and Elder Zhuang around, you don't need to worry about any aftereffects."
If a student is injured during a monitoring mission, the academy is not liable.
Therefore, Yan Shaozhe has no need to pay for the students' expenses.
A powerful Soul Skill like Corpse Explosion would cause heavy losses even to Soul Master of the same or higher level, let alone those of the same level.
Yan Shaozhe's reminder actually saved everyone present.
The reason for being so responsible was that Yan Shaozhe subsequently neglected his duties; he chased the Death God Envoy for three days, abandoning the entire Supervisory Team. That's one point.
Another point is that Yao Haoxuan is Support System Soul King.
For Support System cultivator to reach level 55 at the age of nineteen, Yao Haoxuan's talent is undeniably high, and he has a very high chance of becoming Titled Douluo in the future.
The academy cannot afford to give up on such a promising talent.
If treatment is possible, Yan Shaozhe will do his best to treat the patient.
Of course, these two points are the direct factors.
Another factor is that Mu En has just died, Shrek Academy is now placing great emphasis on talent.
"Having lost three key combatants, you need to send three people from your Reserve Team to participate in the competition until Chen Zifeng Gongyang Mo recover."
Yan Shaozhe changed the subject and started talking about serious business.
"The seven of you have different roles, and it's up to Teacher Wang Yan to decide who will go on stage."
"Wang Yan, I'll leave this place to you until I return."
After saying that, he took Yao Haoxuan and left Star Luo City.