Inside the cave dwelling, Daoist Qingyang looked at the repaired copper cauldron with a satisfied expression.
"Not bad, not bad. Fellow Daoist Er Niu's artifact refinement skills are nearly worthy of entering the hall."
Faced with Daoist Qingyang's praise, Li Qing did not feel the slightest bit carried away. He knew full well that the road ahead of him was still long.
"You flatter me, Senior. This cauldron was not badly damaged. I believe any artifact refiner could have repaired it," Li Qing said with cupped hands.
"Hahaha, Fellow Daoist Er Niu, do not be so modest. Among the four cultivation arts of Pills, Artifacts, Formations, Talismans, artifact refinement places considerable emphasis on talent. Among rogue cultivators, artifact refiners are the rarest."
That was the truth. At least, Li Qing had yet to see another artifact refiner who was a rogue cultivator.
He had encountered several alchemists and talisman masters, but artifact refinement alone not only required talent, but also consumed tremendous resources.
Although formation masters likewise placed great demands on talent, many of the materials used to set up formations could be reused. Even if a formation failed, the spiritual materials would not be damaged.
"I merely got lucky," Li Qing said, scratching his head honestly.
"Fellow Daoist Er Niu, I already understand why you have come this time. It is for a Foundation Establishment Pill, is it not?" Daoist Qingyang asked with a light laugh.
Since the other party had pointed out his purpose, Li Qing was happy to be direct. He nodded and said, "That's right, Senior Qingyang. I came here indeed for Foundation Establishment."
"Although I only advanced to Late Qi Refining not long ago, I too have a heart that seeks the Dao. I hope Senior will not laugh at me for aiming too high."