Then, Qi Ling took out a blueprint from her Infinite Space and handed it to Lou Gao.
Lou Gao didn't hide anything and simply laid the blueprint out on the table. Tang San and Tai Tan, who were curious about it, came over and began to study the contents of the blueprint carefully.
Three people, who could be considered the most authoritative figures in mechanical engineering, carefully studied the blueprints for half an hour, and Lou Gao's expression gradually changed from disdain to seriousness.
"This..." Lou Gao said rather awkwardly, "What exactly is this thing? I can't understand it at all. Tai Tan, can you understand it?"
Tai Tan scratched his head and said, "I don't understand! This is the first time I've ever seen something like this before! Young Master, have you ever seen one?"
Tang San smiled helplessly, "No, is it really possible to make this thing?"
Seeing the three people looking at each other in bewilderment, Qi Ling couldn't help but laugh. The reason they couldn't understand the blueprint wasn't because it was complicated. On the contrary, if it were just a complex machine, the three of them would have been able to understand it.
The reason for this result is that this thing is not simply mechanical manufacturing, but involves many other principles, even including the principles of Soul Tool! It's like three physics experts trying to solve a chemistry problem.
"Unheard of! Metals and these materials could undergo such a transformation? How is that possible?!" Lou Gao shook his head, "Kid, don't try to fool me with something you made up!"
"Of course not. If I weren't absolutely certain, how could I have drawn such detailed blueprints?" Qi Ling said with a smile.
The reason Qi Ling was so confident was that the blueprint was not made by him, but given to him by the system. Although he did not fully understand the principles behind it, he knew that as long as he followed the instructions in the blueprint, he could achieve the final effect.
Just like a primary school student who, given the standard answers, can still score full marks on the college entrance exam, all Qi Ling has to do is follow the instructions and make the things in the blueprints.
"Alright! Kid, since you're so confident, I'll provide everything you want!" Lou Gao said excitedly. "And I won't take a single penny from you, there's only one condition: you must make this thing right in front of me!"
Qi Ling laughed and said, "Senior, you're asking too much of me. Showing you this blueprint is already an exception. Now you want me to make it in front of you? Does that mean I have to teach you step by step?"
"Well... that's true." Lou Gao was taken aback, then realized how rude he had been. "Then tell me, what do you want in return for teaching me?"
"No! Unless you join Dragon's Glory, I cannot make this in front of you," Qi Ling said.
"What? Join your Dragon's Glory?" Lou Gao was taken aback and said, "Does it have to be like this?"
"It has to be this way!" Qi Ling said decisively.
"Alright! Si Long, come here!" Lou Gao shouted loudly to his apprentice, "From now on, you are the president of the Blacksmith Association! If I get bored, I'm going to go traveling. Don't bother me with anything from now on, understand?"
Although Qi Ling knew what kind of person Lou Gao was, she was still surprised to see him so easily give up everything he had just to witness the creation of this one thing.
After his disciples' attempts to dissuade him failed, Lou Gao was determined to join Dragon's Glory. Qi Ling was naturally very happy, as the addition of such a Grandmaster would undoubtedly be of great benefit to them.
"In that case, Senior Lou Gao, why don't you discuss other things with Xiao San first?" Qi Ling said. "You are a master craftsman, and Xiao San also has many questions she would like to ask you."
What Tang San wanted to see from Lou Gao was naturally his Hidden Weapon. He came to this City of Metal precisely to collect materials for the Torrential Pear Blossom Needles.
This kind of mechanical manufacturing was Lou Gao's forte, so he was immediately attracted to the blueprints of the Torrential Pear Blossom Needles, even ignoring the presence of everyone else around him.
Seeing that his master had entered this state again, Si Long said helplessly, "Everyone, Master won't be able to come back to his senses anytime soon. Let me take you to buy the metals you need first."
Under Si Long's guidance, the group not only experienced the charm of the City of Metal, but also reached a reasonable agreement on the purchase of these materials.
However, because the items Qi Ling and her group wanted to buy were so diverse, it would take several days to gather them all, even in the City of Metal. Therefore, they could only wait here for the next few days.
Seeing that it was lunchtime, Si Long led everyone to a restaurant. It was clear that he was a regular customer, as the waiter was very familiar with all his requests.
When Si Long suggested going to his usual private room, the waiter hesitated and said, "Master Si Long, I'm so sorry, that room is already taken today. We'll have to change you to another one."
When Si Long heard that the private room was already occupied, he was displeased but had no choice but to change to another room. The waiter also breathed a sigh of relief, because the person in that private room was none other than Bishop Miles of the Divine Court.
After learning the other party's identity, Si Long didn't say anything. They had always been at odds with the Divine Court. The Divine Court couldn't stand that a group of blacksmiths like them could make so much money, and they couldn't stand the Divine Court's arrogance and domineering attitude.
However, just because the other party didn't want to cause trouble didn't mean they didn't. Bishop Miles, hearing the commotion outside from his private box, immediately knew that Si Long had arrived. So he led his men out, intending to make things difficult for Si Long.
Just as Qi Ling and the others were about to enter their private room, seven or eight people from the Divine Court approached. The leader, Bishop Miles, said in a sarcastic tone, "Oh, who do we have here? It's Grandmaster Si Long! Hehe, sorry, I've taken your spot. Want to come and have a bite?"
Si Long's face darkened, and he said, " Bishop Miles, what do you mean by this?"
Miles sneered and said, "It's nothing. We've known each other for so many years, I just wanted to show my respect, right? After all, you blacksmiths should feel honored to have dinner with someone like me, shouldn't you?"
Miles's men laughed loudly, "That's right! We've got you here to pour wine for our bishop, and sing a couple of songs while you're at it! Hahaha!"
Upon hearing their words, Si Long flew into a rage and was about to confront them when Qi Ling, standing nearby, stopped him with a smile, saying, "Grandmaster Si Long, don't bother with a bunch of clowns."
"How dare you! Where did you come from, speaking like that!" Miles shouted at Qi Ling as he looked at her, but he was immediately stunned when he saw the girls behind Qi Ling.
Jian Lan, Ning Rongrong, Zhu Zhuqing, and Hu Liena —the four women each possess unique charm and are equally stunning. Even Bishop Miles, who is accustomed to seeing beauties, has never witnessed such breathtaking beauty.
"Hehehe, Si Long, where did you find such a pretty young girl? You didn't even tell me, that's so unfair!" Bishop Miles said with a lewd grin. "How about this, you give me two of them, and I won't bother you anymore, okay?"
Upon hearing Bishop Miles's words, Si Long was furious. His rudeness towards his guest was clearly a deliberate attempt to cause trouble.
Just as Si Long was about to step forward, Qi Ling stopped him again, but this time, Qi Ling intended to solve the problem herself.
Seeing Qi Ling walking towards him alone, Bishop Miles scoffed disdainfully. He was a Soul Emperor with a Soul Power Level of over 60; did she think he was afraid of her?
"Hmph, kid, if you don't have the ability, don't try to stand out, or you'll get yourself killed!" Bishop Miles said as he reached out to grab Qi Ling.
But before his hand could even touch Qi Ling, everything changed instantly, because Qi Ling slowly uttered two words: "Kneel down!"
With eight resounding thuds, the eight people from the Divine Court immediately knelt before Qi Ling.
Even Bishop Miles couldn't understand why he would kneel down without any resistance after the boy uttered those two words, as if it were all perfectly natural, and kneeling before him was simply a matter of course.
Afterwards, Qi Ling ignored the others and said with a smile to Si Long, "Alright, Grandmaster Si Long, let's eat first. Now no one will bother us anymore."
Looking at Miles and the others kneeling there in neat rows, Si Long was curious, but he also knew that Qi Ling must have done it, and he couldn't help but feel more respect for her.
After entering the private room, Tang San said worriedly, "Brother, won't this cause trouble for the Blacksmith Association? What if the Divine Court comes after the Blacksmith Association?"
Qi Ling patted Tang San on the shoulder and said, " Xiao San, you're overthinking it. The Divine Court can only cause trouble if they spread this news! But don't worry, no one from the Divine Court will be able to spread this news!"
Tang San listened to Qi Ling's words and wanted to ask something more, but Qi Ling stopped him with a look. After all, Si Long was still there, and it wouldn't be good for him to know some things.
The meal was very enjoyable for everyone, and they also felt very proud! Right outside their private room, Bishop Miles eight men were kneeling there, not daring to move.
Even after Qi Ling and the others finished their meal, Bishop Miles and his eight companions did not move an inch. Many diners who passed by were amazed by this scene and wondered what kind of novel dining service it was, which was so high-end.