Building Momentum, the Prestige of Shrek Academy?
VIP room.
Hello, teacher.
Upon seeing Zhen Hua enter, Na'er and Jiang Xiu, who were enjoying the fruit platter, stood up and bowed slightly in greeting.
"No need for so much formality, please sit down." Zhen Hua saw the two of them, his eyes filled with indescribable satisfaction.
The assistant behind him tactfully walked out and quietly closed the door.
"During the time I was away, you didn't neglect your forging skills, did you, especially Na'er?" Zhen Hua sat down in front of Jiang Xiu and the other man, his gaze lingering on Na'er.
"Don't worry, teacher, you know me. I'm very honest." Na'er straightened her pretty face and said with unwavering determination.
"You'd better be." Zhen Hua gave Na'er a deep look. Na'er was the one who loved to slack off, but with the competition coming up soon, he still chose to trust Na'er.
After a moment's consideration, Zhen Hua looked at Jiang Xiu and said, "Xiao Xiu, this competition depends on the two of you. It would be best if you could take the top two spots."
"Don't worry, teacher, you can rest assured about what I do," Jiang Xiu replied solemnly.
Zhen Hua nodded slightly, then looked at Jiang Xiu meaningfully. "Xiao Xiu, I know that you will bear the heavy responsibility of reviving the Body Sect in the future. This is also your master's hope. As your teacher, I am naturally willing to lend you a hand."
So, in this competition, I, your teacher, offered a piece of Heaven-Forged Metal as the champion's prize, attracting almost all the blacksmith geniuses under the age of sixteen. Do you know why?"
Na'er, standing nearby, looked somewhat surprised upon hearing this, "A piece of Heaven-Forged Metal?!"
The value of a piece of Heaven-Forged Metal is immeasurable!
Jiang Xiu's body trembled slightly, but his attention was not on the piece of Heaven-Forged Metal, but on Zhen Hua's last sentence.
By using a piece of Heaven-Forged Metal, he attracted all the blacksmith geniuses. This competition was clearly a publicity stunt by his teacher, Zhen Hua, to promote him, a rising star in the blacksmithing world.
The purpose was to show the various Federation powers that, as a disciple of the Divine Craftsman, he also possessed the qualifications to become Divine Craftsman.
During this period, only Divine Craftsman could create Four-Word Battle Armor, and the demand for Four-Word Battle Armor from various forces was self-evident, much like how the Holy Spirit Cult couldn't live without Evil Soul Master.
If Jiang Xiu can capitalize on this momentum, he will face fewer and fewer obstacles on his path to reviving the Body Sect, while gaining more and more allies.
If we're talking about who has the most connections in the entire Federation, Zhen Hua, as Divine Craftsman, would definitely be in the top three.
This time, it seemed more like an endorsement from his teacher Zhen Hua, demonstrating to the entire Federation that he was the successor of the Divine Craftsman and could become the Divine Craftsman in the future.
And no one dares to question the value of the Divine Craftsman.
"Teacher, I will definitely live up to your expectations this time, and I will definitely win this championship." Jiang Xiu stood up and said solemnly.
Na'er, who was standing to the side, also quieted down and looked at Jiang Xiu quietly. She also knew what Jiang Xiu was about to face.
If it succeeds, it will be seen as goodwill from the major powers of the Federation.
No, not only will we lose a piece of Heaven-Forged Metal, but even Teacher Zhen Hua's reputation will be damaged.
"Of course your teacher believes in you, but there are quite a few forging geniuses in the entire Federation. Just do your best." Zhen Hua smiled slightly, patted Jiang Xiu on the shoulder, and gestured for Jiang Xiu to sit down.
"Teacher, please rest assured, I promise to give you a big surprise this time," Jiang Xiu said solemnly, emphasizing each word.
Since his teacher was willing to stake his reputation on him, he naturally wouldn't let his teacher down.
This time, he'll show the world what a true blacksmithing genius is, and what an eleven-year-old blacksmithing master is!
And since he's here, he can't possibly hide his true abilities.
With these teachers around, he had no need to hide his talents.
"What surprise?" Zhen Hua raised an eyebrow and asked curiously.
"Teacher, if I tell you, it won't be a surprise. I guarantee you'll be happy when the time comes." Jiang Xiu smiled mysteriously.
"Yes, yes," Na'er chimed in, "Teacher, you'll definitely be very proud of yourself then."
Others might not know, but she did know that her boss had already completed Spirit Forging and entered the Grandmaster level.
Seeing the two of them like this, Zhen Hua laughed heartily, "You, you always manage to come up with something new for your teacher, but your teacher trusts you both."
Then, the previously somber atmosphere in the room melted away like the first snow, and joyful laughter from the long-awaited reunion filled the air.
Half an hour later.
Zhen Hua got up and left the VIP room because of some competition matters, and Jiang Xiu and Na'er did not stay long either, and then left the Blacksmith Association.
The two were heading towards the Skysea Alliance.
The distance between the Blacksmith Association and the Skysea Alliance was not long, only two streets. Before long, Jiang Xiu led Na'er into the Skysea Alliance.
Compared to the Blacksmith Association, the Skysea Alliance has a much larger internal space, with more than ten Lou Gao, and also has a metal arena specifically for competitions.
At this moment, the Skysea Alliance Sea of People packed with people, a sea of black people signing up for the competition. These people were all teenagers, without exception, all under the age of twenty, and each of them carried an arrogant expression.
They were all geniuses from different places, and naturally they had their own pride.
"Boss, do you also want to participate in this Skysea Alliance Grand Competition?" Na'er asked curiously as she followed Jiang Xiu.
"Of course, we should definitely give this a try." Jiang Xiu's eyes flashed, and he chuckled.
"Why don't you take me with you? We can sign up together." Na'er's beautiful eyes lit up, and she said confidently, "With the two of us working together, we'll definitely be able to overcome all obstacles. Shrek Academy will be superfluous."
"Hmm... okay, but you have to promise me that in the last match, only I can take the shot." Jiang Xiu thought for a moment, and under Na'er's pitiful gaze, he agreed.
But he clearly defined his bottom line, because it concerned his grand plan.
"No problem, I'll listen to you, boss," Na'er nodded.
As the two were queuing to register, they could faintly hear conversations around them, all of which were about the Shrek Academy.
"I wonder what kind of monster Shrek Academy will send this time..."
"Let's just aim for second place. Shrek Academy has been the champion for so many years, so this time it'll definitely be no surprise."
"What if someone can break it?"
Do you believe it? I certainly don't.
These proud young geniuses, without exception, had eyes filled with longing and admiration when they mentioned Shrek Academy.
"I don't understand why everyone is talking about the Shrek Academy, as if this Skysea Alliance Grand Competition is destined to be against us..."
Upon hearing this, Na'er put her hands behind her back, ready to share her insights with Jiang Xiu, but Jiang Xiu immediately covered her mouth.
Saying "I don't understand" before a battle is a major taboo!
But just then, the soul-guided spotlights on the distant arena suddenly lit up.
Immediately, many people in the arena cheered, because before the actual competition, the Skysea Alliance would invite the Shrek Academy team to play against the Skysea Alliance team in order to inspire the young Soul Master.
Jiang Xiu and Na'er also looked towards the arena from afar, their eyes slightly narrowed.
Under the spotlight, a group of students in dark green school uniforms slowly walked onto the stage...