Side Quest: Learning Forging

"I went to meditate—that is, to cultivate my Soul Power."

Hearing Na'er's question, Yao Xuan smiled and reached out to pat her head before replying gently.

"Meditation? Meditating for so long, Yao Xuan, you must be tired, right?"

Shaking her head, Na'er asked in a voice as clear as spring water.

"Of course. Meditating is much more tiring than watching TV. But hearing Na'er's voice makes me feel energized all at once."

Yao Xuan nodded, cast Na'er an affectionate glance, and answered softly.

"That's great! Whenever Yao Xuan is tired in the future, I'll come chat with you!"

Having received Yao Xuan's praise, Na'er's lips curled upward into a sweet smile. She then held Yao Xuan's hand and spoke.

"Of course. Thank you, Na'er!"

Hearing Na'er's words, Yao Xuan grinned and thanked her.

By the time he finished meditating, it was already half past nine in the evening. After some simple entertainment, Yao Xuan, Na'er, and Lin Ximeng all returned to their respective rooms, turned off the lights, and went to sleep.

So far, everything has been going very smoothly! What I need to do now is build as good a relationship with Na'er as possible and advance to Soul Master as soon as I can! However, it would be even better if I could achieve something in forging as well. After all, a second profession is also a very important choice for a Soul Master.

Closing his eyes, Yao Xuan silently reviewed the important events of the future and thought to himself.

Ding! Congratulations, you have obtained the Side Quest—Learning Forging. Would you like to view it?

Just as Yao Xuan was thinking, the system's notification sounded in his ears once more.

Speak of the devil, and he appears. What a coincidence! Of course I want to view it!

Hearing the system notification, a trace of delight appeared in Yao Xuan's eyes. He then silently replied in his mind.

Quest Name: Learning Forging (Side Quest)

Quest Description: For a Soul Master, a second profession is a very important choice. Not only can it provide the resources needed for cultivation, but it is also a necessary condition for crafting Battle Armor. Since you wish to improve your forging abilities, the system has specially generated this Side Quest for you.

Time Limit: 3 years

Quest Prerequisite Reward: Mang Tian's Workshop admission qualification

Quest Stage 1: Advance to a Level 1 Forging Master

Quest Reward: Golden Evolution Points x10

Failure Penalty: Deduct Golden Evolution Points x100

Quest Stage 2: Advance to a Level 2 Forging Master

Quest Reward: Golden Evolution Points x30

Failure Penalty: Deduct Golden Evolution Points x30

Quest Stage 3: Advance to a Level 3 Forging Master

Quest Reward: Golden Evolution Points x100

Failure Penalty: Deduct Golden Evolution Points x10

Quest Note: This is a Side Quest. You may choose whether or not to accept this quest.

As Yao Xuan willed it, a flash of silver light appeared before him, and an ancient-looking quest window emerged, displaying the full contents of the Side Quest.

A three-stage Side Quest? As long as I advance to a Level 2 Forging Master, I'll make a guaranteed profit from this quest. And I'll be learning at Mang Tian's Workshop, so of course I'll accept it!

Looking at the quest, Yao Xuan silently chose to accept it. Tang Wulin could complete Thousand Forging and advance to a Level 3 Forging Master within three years, so Yao Xuan naturally had even greater confidence in himself. Compared with the Golden Dragon King Bloodline, the Ancestral Dragon Bloodline was undoubtedly several levels higher.

Furthermore, Yao Xuan knew that Tang Wulin had also learned forging at Mang Tian's Workshop when he was young. If he too could enter Mang Tian's Workshop as an apprentice, he would have more opportunities to squeeze even more Golden Evolution Points out of Tang Wulin, which would also benefit his future development.

Ding! Quest accepted. Congratulations, you have obtained the quest prerequisite reward—Mang Tian's Workshop admission qualification x1. When you go to Mang Tian's Workshop and report your name, you may undergo Mang Tian's Workshop's assessment. After passing the assessment, you may enter Mang Tian's Workshop to study.

As Yao Xuan willed it, the system notification sounded once more, informing him how to use the Mang Tian's Workshop admission qualification reward.

As expected of the Super God System. It really is miraculous! With my strength and comprehension, as long as I don't screw things up myself, joining Mang Tian's Workshop definitely won't be a problem. Now the question is how to persuade Lin Ximeng!

Hearing the system notification, Yao Xuan silently nodded in admiration before thinking to himself.

The next day at noon, in Lin Ximeng's office.

"What? You said you want to learn forging?"

Hearing Yao Xuan's words, a trace of surprise appeared in Lin Ximeng's eyes.

"Yes, Mom! I heard that a second profession is very important for a Soul Master. I happened to obtain an interview qualification for Mang Tian's Workshop. Can you let me give it a try?"

Hearing Lin Ximeng's question, Yao Xuan nodded and asked.

"If it's Mang Tian's Workshop, then you can go give it a try. But you must promise that you won't neglect your Soul Power cultivation because of forging. Can you do that?"

In Aolai City, Mang Tian's Workshop was quite well-known. Knowing that Yao Xuan had obtained an interview qualification for Mang Tian's Workshop, Lin Ximeng was secretly pleased, but she still warned him sternly.

"Yes, Mom, I understand. For us Soul Masters, Soul Power is the foundation of everything! I can promise that I'll only learn forging in my spare time and absolutely won't let it affect my Soul Power cultivation."

Seeing how open-minded Lin Ximeng was, Yao Xuan was secretly delighted and gave his assurance.

"Mm, Yao Xuan, I believe in you. Go and give it your best shot. If you really can join Mang Tian's Workshop and learn genuine skills, it will definitely be a great help to your future career as a Soul Master. Of course, if they don't choose you, don't be discouraged. Besides forging, you'll have many other choices in the future."

Seeing Yao Xuan's serious expression, a smile appeared on Lin Ximeng's face as she spoke.

"Thank you for understanding, Mom. I'll do my best! Then I'll go take my noon nap first."

"Mm, good afternoon."

After saying goodbye to Lin Ximeng, Yao Xuan headed toward the lounge.

At five in the afternoon, after an afternoon of classes, the children finally finished meditating and were dismissed.

"Mom, I'm going to Mang Tian's Workshop for the interview. I might be home a little late tonight."

Coming before Lin Ximeng, Yao Xuan asked for permission.

"Mm, go on. Mom wishes you good luck! Be careful on your way back. We'll wait for you before having dinner."

Patting Yao Xuan on the shoulder, Lin Ximeng smiled and encouraged him.