The interior of the Heavenly Palace doesn't look very large.
However, every wall may have a hidden door. Stepping through the hidden door and passing through the passageway is like leaping into another space.
Sure enough, after Lu Changsheng followed Xuan Heavenly God through the passageway, they arrived at a place filled with birdsong and fragrant flowers.
The place was covered with flowers and plants, but there were no houses, only equipment used for refining weapons.
These artifacts were constantly surrounded by raging flames, yet the surrounding flowers and plants swayed gently, showing no signs of burning.
Xuan Heavenly God arrived before a furnace, where something seemed to be forging. Xuan Heavenly God glanced at it, pointed, and while controlling the temperature of the flames, asked without turning his head, "Have you read the Heavenly Profound Artifact Refining Record?"
Lu Changsheng glanced at the furnace and then looked through the flames to see a container, which was the very container he had crafted to absorb the poisonous gas from the Divine Vein.
With just one glance, Lu Changsheng replied, "I've finished reading."
"Is there anything you don't understand?" Xuan Heavenly God asked.
Lu Changsheng had anticipated this situation, so he asked the few difficult questions he had previously selected, while also interspersing them with a few relatively simple ones.
Xuan Heavenly God nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction in his eyes, and said, "The fact that you asked these questions proves that you haven't been slacking off. In that case, today you will first complete a full reading of the Heavenly Profound Artifact Refining Record, and I will provide guidance along the way."
Lu Changsheng nodded.
He sat cross-legged and began cultivating according to the methods described in the Heavenly Profound Artifact Refining Record.
The level of the Heavenly Profound Artifact Refining Record was far too low for Lu Changsheng.
Although it's Cultivation Method at the Creation Grade, well... it's just so-so.
However, this Cultivation Method might be somewhat difficult for Zhongsheng.
Therefore, Lu Changsheng deliberately caused some problems during the cultivation process.
The Heavenly Profound Artifact Refining Record.
First cultivate the flames, then cultivate yourself.
By entering the Dao through flames, one increases their control over flames, and then tempers their body with flames, transforming themselves into a celestial artifact.
Using one's own body to forge weapons will yield twice the results with half the effort, whether it's sensing the degree of material tempering, controlling the fire, or shaping the weapon.
Now, Lu Changsheng is taking the first step.
Repair the fire element first.
Cultivate according to the meridian circulation method in the Heavenly Profound Artifact Refining Record.
In an instant, a giant serpent of fire coiled around Lu Changsheng, covering the surrounding area like a raging wildfire!
Xuan Heavenly God's expression turned slightly serious upon seeing this scene.
As the flames began to slowly coalesce, their aura became increasingly restrained.
Xuan Heavenly God's expression gradually turned to surprise.
This step was where Lu Changsheng deliberately made a mistake.
The flames suddenly dissipated, as if deflated, and Lu Changsheng groaned as blood flowed from the corner of his mouth.
He felt a secret sense of satisfaction.
That's a pretty convincing act, isn't it?
Being attacked during cultivation—shouldn't that be considered a very basic mistake?
But when Lu Changsheng opened his eyes, he saw Xuan Heavenly God's stunned expression, and his heart sank.
Spicy Balls!
As expected, Xuan Heavenly God instantly appeared behind Lu Changsheng, placing his palm on Lu Changsheng's back to treat his internal injuries.
He said, "Don't be too hasty. I'm already very surprised that you've managed to do this. In fact, it's something I've never been able to do before. I didn't have this much progress when I first started Heavenly Profound Artifact Refining Record."
Lu Changsheng: "..."
Even after trying so hard, it still doesn't work?
What you haven't even accomplished yet?
Are you just too weak, or was my act not convincing enough?
Xuan Heavenly God?
One of the three great Heavenly God?
Isn't this a bit too watery?
Lu Changsheng was almost numb.
He had worried that this act might make him appear too weak, and that it might negatively impact his ability to extract information from Xuan Heavenly God. But now it seemed... he had worried unnecessarily.
When Xuan Heavenly God realized that Lu Changsheng's injuries were stabilizing, he released his hand and said, "It's clear that you are extremely well-suited to the Heavenly Profound Artifact Refining Record. You are a promising talent for weapon refining and are qualified to inherit my mantle."
At this point, Xuan Heavenly God walked to the furnace, pointed his finger, and the flames dissipated, revealing the container floating out.
"Condense!" Xuan Heavenly God shouted, and the container was fully formed!
Immediately, Xuan Heavenly God took out the container that Lu Changsheng had previously refined from his spatial ring, and frowned slightly after comparing it with the container.
"I've seen the container you crafted to absorb the poisonous gas from the Divine Vein. There's nothing particularly mysterious about it, but I've tried to replicate it countless times and still can't. Why is that?"
As he spoke, Xuan Heavenly God looked at Lu Changsheng.
It would be a miracle if it could be replicated.
You've cultivated the Grand Primordium?
You have Holy Qi?
Lu Changsheng had anticipated this, and he spread his hands, releasing a Grand Primordium Qi, saying, "I obtained this energy by chance, and it was only by integrating this energy into the container that I was able to refine it."
The key point is not the container, but this wisp of aura.
Xuan Heavenly God stepped forward and exclaimed in amazement, "No wonder, no wonder... This wisp of energy seems to be able to contain everything. However, it is already quite remarkable that you were able to integrate this wisp of energy into the container and refine it."
Xuan Heavenly God did not accept the aura, but said, "This is your fortuitous opportunity, and I will not compete for it. You can refine more in your spare time in the future, which can also be regarded as a form of weapon crafting training."
Lu Changsheng was somewhat surprised.
He was ready to give up even his last breath.
Moreover, they tampered with it, so that it could be dispelled immediately after leaving, and that others would not be able to figure out its secrets.
So it turns out this Xuan Heavenly God is quite noble and has a grand vision.
But that's good too; fewer traces mean less risk.
"Alright, from now on you can come here to cultivate anytime. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me." Xuan Heavenly God looked at Lu Changsheng and asked, "Is there anything else you don't understand?"
We've finally reached this point.
However, how to ask and in what manner to ask is also a problem.
Asking directly is impossible.
Furthermore... is it possible for a low-ranking disciple of the Divine Realm to ask about the people behind the rules that were created for the Divine Realm?
So Lu Changsheng asked, "This disciple does indeed have a question, but it is unrelated to cultivation."
"Hmm?" Xuan Heavenly God frowned slightly. "Ask away."
"Why is our Divine Realm so powerful, while the lower realm is so weak? Why don't we just launch an attack?" Lu Changsheng asked.
Xuan Heavenly God gave Lu Changsheng a deep look and said, "This matter involves many things, and... don't ask questions you shouldn't ask. It won't do you any good, and it might even cost you your life."
Lu Changsheng understood that the other party wouldn't say it directly, but rather planted a seed in their heart, so he cupped his hands and said, "This disciple understands."
"Alright, begin your cultivation. Tomorrow you will be cultivating with Yiyu. Be careful not to make any mistakes."