"What an unusual constitution—innately balanced with the essences of Heavenly Element and Metal of Geng, seamlessly fused."
"This constitution must make her extraordinarily compatible with many forging materials."
"Could it be the Heavenly Metal Body?"
Jason Chu raised an intrigued eyebrow.
He had read about the Heavenly Metal Body in an ancient tome. It was one of the ten supreme physiques, capable of rivalling the Supreme Yin Sword Body.
Unlike the pure, battle-focused power of the Sword Body, the Heavenly Metal Body was an inherent affinity to all things in the world, a true favorite of the heavens.
This rare body type conferred not only an immense advantage in cultivation but also an unparalleled edge in forging.
Over the years, Jason had inadvertently reached a near-mastery level in sword forging, alongside his profound swordsmanship. He instantly recognized the value of this unique physique!
It was an appreciation born from the perspective of a forgemaster encountering a rare divine sword—a natural instinct to study and admire.
The Heavenly Metal Body was as rare as a treasured relic. According to the records Jason had read, it hadn't appeared in over ten thousand years.
As he snapped out of his musings, Jason realized he had been led nearly a hundred miles by Charlie Zhang.
"Are you in a hurry?"
"Is there something urgent?"
Noticing the young woman's brisk, urgent pace, Jason casually inquired.
For someone at the Foundation Establishment Stage, her speed was at its absolute limit.
Even if she was escorting him, there seemed to be no need to exert herself so.
"Nothing major, don't worry. Star Forging City isn't far; after I drop you off, I have to head to a Sword Forging Competition."
Charlie Zhang's answer was refreshingly straightforward.
"Sword Forging Competition? Is it a contest of sword forging skills?"
Jason had rarely left the Swordmaking House and hadn't heard of such a competition before. He found himself intrigued.
"Yes, it's held not far from Star Forging City, in Starry Valley."
"Of all the branches of forging, sword forging is the hardest."
"A Sword Forging Competition always draws forgemasters of exceptional skill."
"And this one is special—it's organized by the Langya Sword Sect! For forgemasters, it's a grand event, held only once every five hundred years."
"I heard that four out of the seven Semi-Divine Sword Forgemasters are attending this time."
"I can hardly wait!"
Charlie Zhang's enthusiasm spilled over as she eagerly shared, revealing her own identity as a forgemaster.
Jason wasn't surprised.
With a Heavenly Metal Body, it would be unusual for her not to pursue forging.
However, he was mildly surprised to learn that this competition was hosted by the Langya Sword Sect.
His only memory of the Langya Sword Sect was of casually eliminating two of their Great Elders and acquiring the Crimson Shade Sword Forging Technique in the process.
It seemed that decades had passed, and the aftermath of that incident had settled.
"What is a Semi-Divine Sword Forgemaster?"
He asked without thinking.
"Haha, it seems forging really isn't your thing, Mister."
"In the forging world, forgemasters are divided into three grades: Heaven, Earth, and Human, each with nine levels. Whatever level of artifact they can forge, that's their level."
"A Heaven-rank forgemaster is already outstanding."
"Above a Heaven-rank forgemaster at the Ninth Level is a Semi-Divine Forgemaster."
"My dream is to become a Semi-Divine Sword Forgemaster one day."
Charlie's eyes sparkled as she passionately shared her knowledge, exuding an almost contagious energy.
Jason nodded in understanding.
Though he was also skilled in forging, he focused purely on the act of forging itself, paying little attention to its hierarchical nuances. These ranks were new to him.
"Why only Semi-Divine? Why not Divine Forgemasters?"
Jason inquired further.
"Ah, Mister, you don't know this either."
"For the last eight thousand years, no Divine Forgemaster has emerged in our world."
"Only the seven Semi-Divine Forgemasters remain."
Jason was momentarily speechless.
If one's rank depended on the level of artifacts they could forge, he wondered what rank he might qualify for under this system.
Over the years, Jason had developed a deep affinity for swords and had forged numerous swords, many of which were Heaven-rank artifacts of the Ninth Level.
In fact, by this classification…
He realized he had created several artifacts that could be classified as Semi-Divine artifacts.
But Jason never took them seriously. Eventually, he had melted them down to reinforce his Heavy Profound Divine Sword.
Now, his Heavy Profound Divine Sword had advanced several levels since he first acquired it.
By his estimation, it had undoubtedly become a Divine artifact.
"By this standard, I suppose I'd count as a Semi-Divine Forgemaster?"
Jason concluded to himself.
"We're here."
"Just ahead is Star Forging City."
"Go on in yourself, Mister. Here, take this—some common currency."
"I'm off to the Sword Forging Competition now, so I'll leave you here."
Charlie Zhang's words interrupted his thoughts as they arrived at the city gates.
The sound of bustling activity filled the air from up ahead.
With a quick, urgent farewell, she thrust a pouch into Jason's hands before disappearing into the crowd.
"Such a kind-hearted young lady."
Sensing Charlie's departure, Jason chuckled.
"A Sword Forging Competition, huh? Sounds intriguing. I might just go and see."
With his curiosity piqued by Charlie's words, Jason decided he wasn't in any rush to return to Shushan. Instead, he set his sights on Starry Valley to observe the excitement of the competition.
"First, a sign-in."
He hadn't forgotten his system's routine.
He had never visited Star Forging City before, and a new location meant a new sign-in opportunity.
"Ding!"
"Congratulations, Host, for signing in at Star Forging City. You have received the Star-Crushing Hammer!"
Jason paused, surprised by the reward.
After carefully examining it, he found a uniquely shaped, mystical hammer embedded within his spiritual core.
"The Star-Crushing Hammer… it appears to be a forging artifact. Quite a fortuitous gain."
He chuckled, and in a flash, he appeared at the edge of the bustling Starry Valley.
"Ding!"
"Congratulations, Host, for signing in at Starry Valley. You have been awarded 10,000 Divine Forging Experiences."
This unexpected reward left Jason pleasantly surprised.
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