Yi Hongchen

Li Yucheng stepped forward to interrupt at the right moment, forcing a smile and saying, "Elder Feng, Yuhao already has a teacher, please don't make things difficult for him."

This is an elder of the Mecha Master Association, of the same generation as him, but their abilities are worlds apart.

"Hmm? It seems Yuhao hasn't taken on a master yet?"

Feng Xuanang looked at the people around him with a questioning expression, "I've never heard of President Li on apprentices. Have you heard of it?"

"No."

Those around him shook their heads.

Feng Xuanang turned to look at Li Yucheng, a helpless expression on his face. "President Li, I know you're eager to nurture talent, but you can't lie."

Li Yucheng's expression changed drastically.

Seriously, have you no shame? So that's why you brought a bunch of people with you – just to echo your sentiments?

Huo Yuhao stepped forward to help Li Yucheng out of the predicament, saying, "In the past two years, Elder Li has imparted his knowledge and skills to me, resolving my doubts. We have a real master-disciple relationship, so naturally he is my teacher."

Feng Xuanang raised an eyebrow, seeing Huo Yuhao personally smooth things over, he stopped dwelling on the matter and simply smiled:

"Yuhao, he's Level Eight Manufacturer. He probably can't teach you anything more now. You should learn from me instead. Don't worry, for a genius like you, I don't care about your teacher."

"..."

Utterly shameless.

Li Yucheng took a deep breath. "I'm Level Nine Manufacturer now."

Feng Xuanang's smile froze, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. "Oh? When did you break through to level nine? How come I didn't hear about a promotion ceremony?"

Li Yucheng snorted coldly, "They just passed the test yesterday, and the results haven't been announced yet. Elder Feng's information network is quite impressive; he even knows everything about Yuhao's situation."

Huo Yuhao added with a smile, "Elder Li has completed Soul Power Amplifier that can enhance the power of Level 9 Soul Tool."

Feng Xuanang's pupils suddenly contracted, and he looked at Li Yucheng with surprise and doubt, "You actually completed the assignment the chairman gave you?"

The Soul Power Amplifier was originally a gradeless Soul Tool that could raise Soul Tool below level nine by one level, but in this era, such Soul Tool are practically useless.

Because it requires Diamond Mithril to make, and one kilogram of Mithril can only yield thirty grams of Diamond Mithril, the amount of Rare Metal consumed is far too much. It would be better to forge it and use it to make other Soul Tool, or simply to make a stronger Soul Tool.

Therefore, the Soul Power Amplifier Soul Tool has been phased out. However, both within the Association and the Ming De Hall, there are research projects on the Soul Power Amplifier Soul Power Amplifier, aiming to create a stronger one using the Rare Metal that have been forged.

This technological breakthrough could significantly improve the overall level of Soul Tool and may even change the landscape of the entire Soul Tool industry.

Feng Xuanang was genuinely surprised; he hadn't expected Li Yucheng to be able to solve this problem that had plagued the association for years. Even Ming De Hall hadn't made any breakthroughs.

This cannot be accomplished simply by blindly following the structure of Diamond Mithril.

Li Yucheng stroked his long beard, a hint of pride flashing in his eyes. "It's only a slight improvement, and it's only just been completed. It can only increase the power by a few tens of percent, and it's still a long way from making Level 9 Soul Tool comparable to Level 10 Soul Tool... Moreover, it's all thanks to Yuhao's unique insights into the Core Array; otherwise, I wouldn't have been able to complete it by simply copying the structure of the Diamond Mithril."

As he spoke, he looked at Huo Yuhao with emotion.

Several years ago, telling Huo Yuhao about this topic and researching it together with him was the best decision he ever made.

He originally thought he would need Huo Yuhao to complete the new Soul Power Amplifier, but unexpectedly, Huo Yuhao gave him more surprises during the two years of research, allowing him to complete the Soul Tool himself and become Level Nine Mecha Manufacturer.

Meeting him was his good fortune.

Feng Xuanang frowned deeply. "Even among Level Nine Manufacturer, there are differences in skill. I've immersed myself in the level nine realm for twenty years, and my understanding of Core Array far surpasses yours. That's all you've got; Yuhao has probably already learned everything."

Li Yucheng looked embarrassed, "Well..."

Just as the two sides were deadlocked, a voice suddenly came from not far away. "What important matter are you discussing? Why are you all gathered here?"

Everyone turned to look, and saw a burly old man stride in. His hair and beard were all white, but he was vigorous and his eyes were bright and piercing.

"President!" Li Yucheng and Feng Xuanang exclaimed in surprise at the same time, and bowed along with the others around them.

The president of the Mecha Master Association, Yi Hongchen, waved his hand, his gaze falling on Huo Yuhao. He asked with interest, "You're the Huo Yuhao who caused such a sensation, right? Everyone in the hall is talking about you. I'm Yi Hongchen, the president of the Mecha Master Association."

Huo Yuhao already knew of the other's existence, but looking at him now, he still felt as if he were in another world.

The Hongchen Family... Is this change second only to the Spirit Pagoda?

Meeting with the descendants of the deceased is also my first time returning to this era...

A thought flashed through his mind, and Huo Yuhao smiled slightly, bowing politely. "Greetings, Chairman."

Yi Hongchen smiled slightly, "No need for formalities. It's truly remarkable that you've achieved so much at such a young age."

What's even more remarkable is that he can remain calm and composed in the face of public acclaim, a composure that is more admirable than his talent.

I was originally planning to observe it carefully, but now it seems perhaps that's unnecessary...

He turned to look at Li Yucheng and Feng Xuanang, "You two are arguing so fiercely over a junior, aren't you afraid of being laughed at?"

Feng Xuanang quickly explained, "President, we just..."

Yi Hongchen interrupted him, "Alright, I know everything."

He paused, his gaze sweeping between Li Yucheng and Feng Xuanang, and said leisurely, "Since you two can't reach an agreement, why don't you—"

He suddenly turned around and looked at Huo Yuhao with a smile, "I'll personally mentor him from now on. Anyway, Yu Cheng brought him here because he thought I'd be interested. And he's not wrong; I've never seen such a well-rounded genius before."

Upon hearing this, the entire hall fell silent for a moment.

Feng Xuanang was somewhat anxious, "President, you're usually so busy with your affairs, how can you have time to personally train newcomers? Besides, Yuhao is from the Spirit Pagoda..."

Yi Hongchen interrupted, "It's just Sect Bias. You can put it aside, but can't I? Besides, the association and the Spirit Pagoda have quite a few collaborative projects. This is a good opportunity to deepen our exchanges."

Upon hearing this, a knowing smile flashed in Li Yucheng's eyes. He had long expected the chairman to be interested, but he hadn't anticipated such a decisive move.

If the chairman intervenes, Feng Xuanang will have no chance.

After all, the other party comes from the Hongchen Family and is one of the top ten Mecha Designer on the continent, having designed several types of Level 10 Soul Tool!

Feng Xuanang wanted to say something more, but Yi Hongchen waved her hand and led Huo Yuhao and the other person towards a Manufacturing Room.

Watching them leave, Feng Xuanang suddenly sighed.

"This child is not only exceptionally talented, but also has an excellent character. He will become the future master of the Spirit Transmission Tower. You are truly lucky."

Li Yucheng didn't respond.

Seeing this, Feng Xuanang didn't care and simply looked away helplessly.

In the past two years, the Spirit Pagoda has been promoting Huo Yuhao's reputation.

This is both a publicity stunt and a test.

With so many honors bestowed upon him, if he were to be crushed by the pressure or become complacent with empty fame, Huo Yuhao would never be able to become the next Tower Master of the Spirit Pagoda.

But based on our interactions today, Huo Yuhao is not only exceptionally talented, but also has an excellent temperament. No wonder the president made such a decision.

"Sigh, it's too late after all. Couldn't that kid Haoxuan have said something sooner? In the end, Li Yucheng beat him to it..."

(End of this chapter)