THE LEGEND OF THE DRAGON KING
bab30.the blood that was sacrificed a thousand refinements

In fact, without Mang Tian's insistence, Tang Wulin had already moved on to check on his own creation.

Compared to its original state, the metal had been shrunk by a single circle and the originally lustrous silver had turned into a dull gray color. Tang Wulin's first impression was that the object had a deep, quiet, and simple quality.

Engraved on the surface of the gray metal it was an endless layer of wave-like patterns, as if it represented an infinite life force. What was even more shocking was that when Tang Wulin saw, it felt as if there was a connection between him and that piece of metal.

This feeling is very strange. It was as if the piece of metal was a part of him.

Mang Tian's voice echoed from behind him. “To be honest, I never thought that you would succeed on your first try. These results are partly due to your body and physical abilities. Most importantly, it may be due to your understanding of the process as you improve it. I don't recognize the wrong disciple; in that case, you are a genius. Even if your Martial Soul is not suitable for forging, your ability to comprehend, along with your innate divine power has more than made for that gap. ”

Tang Ziran looked at Mang Tian in surprise. He understood his old friend. With his personality, being able to praise someone with high respect was something that rarely happened.

“Mang Tian, you better not ruin my son.” Tang Ziran laughed.

Mang Tian looked into his eyes and said, “I've restrained myself.”

Indeed, he did not give praise to every aspect of this achievement. He did not mention that Tang Wulin had completely broken the new record of being the youngest individual to achieve this. If news of his age and achievements were spread, it would definitely cause a huge uproar in the world of blacksmiths.

“Do you understand what Thousand Refinements is now?” Mang Tian asked Tang Wulin. His teaching method was different from the others, he usually did not provide much guidance and would only speak when his students had attained enlightenment through practice.

Tang Wulin nodded and said, “It looks like the metal has obtained its own life. Every time I hit it, I could hear the sound it made. ”

Mang Tian smiled again. He smiles more today than he did last year!

“Not bad, what you said is true. A Thousand Improvements created vitality. Hundred Refinements purifies and removes impurities. Thousand Refinements gives life to metals. Thousand Refinements was originally a method created by us blacksmiths to implant life into metal. The metal that has life can then be considered the most valuable by us, and in turn this can allow it to evoke its innate special properties. ”

“The Thousand Refinements creates vitality?” Tang Wulin silently pondered those words before his eyes shone in understanding.

Mang Tian continued, “This is your first Thousand Refinements work. Traditionally, in the world of blacksmiths, when blacksmiths created their first Thousand Refined masterpiece, this object had to undergo a Blood Sacrifice, in order to forever be a part of the blacksmith's items. ”

“Blood Sacrifice? Whatisit? “Ask Tang Wulin to know.

Mang Tian continued, “If people say that Thousand Refinements is to give life to metal, then the Blood Sacrifice is to let it become one with your veins. It will be part of your body. Combining Blood Sacrifice with the metal that has undergone Thousand Refinements, this will result in your veins experiencing the same improvement, being able to bring out stronger innate qualities! ”

Beside him, Tang Ziran could not help but shout, “Sister Mang, if every Thousand Improvements requires a Blood Sacrifice, how much blood will the blacksmith lose?”

“The first Thousand Refined Work of a blacksmith should undergo Blood Sacrifice, as this is our tradition. From today onwards, very few objects require Blood Sacrifice. Usually, only when one is fully satisfied with the results will do so. After you use the Blood Sacrifice, this piece of metal can only be used by individuals. Even if others tried to forge with it, it would not be possible because the metal would not recognize others. Even if they tried, the metal would shatter; it only recognized its master. ”

“Thus, the work of the Thousand Forging, will usually not undergo Blood Sacrifice. Unless the client wants to use their own blood to do so, then it will work. Tang Wulin, I want to emphasize to you about this. In the future, unless you really need the metal and Thousand Refinements succeed, do not easily use Blood Sacrifice. It will only harm your vitality. ”

“Yes, Sir,” Tang Wulin promised as he nodded furiously. However, his eyes were already focused on the piece of Heavy Silver.

“This is yours.” Mang Tian smiled as he said so.

Wulin replied in shock, “But Sir, I can't afford it.”

Mang Tian continued, “This is what you deserve, this Heavy Silver might have its price, but Thousand Refinement is worth it. Also, according to the rules of the blacksmith world, regardless of who provided the materials, for the first work produced by Thousand Refinements, it belonged to the blacksmith who made it. Being able to undergo Thousand Refinements, that tungsten hammer is not very suitable for you to use. With this Silver Weight size, it is suitable for producing two hammers. Before you go to the intermediate academy, first finish making this. I would also like to see what evokes the special qualities of your first Thousand Refinements work. ”

“Do you really give it to me?” Tang Wulin's eyes shone with happiness as he asked.

“Do you really think I want to fool you?” Reply Mang Tian. “It's no longer morning, come back tonight and rest well. Come again tomorrow to forge your Heavy Silver hammer. ”

“OH YES! Thank you sir! “Tang Wulin cheered happily. He bowed deeply to Mang Tian before grabbing the Heavy Silver and hugging him.

As Thousand Refined Heavy Silver was grasped in his hand, Tang Wulin could feel that it was extremely heavy. This piece of Silver Weight was about 150 kilograms in weight! When one looked at it, it did not seem too big.

Metal in hand, Tang Wulin could feel what his Master said about the relationship with his blood. He could already sense that this Heavy Silver was a part of him when he held it. This feeling was both incredible and strange. If he were to use this material for his forging hammer, what results would it produce?

Over the next few days, Tang Wulin was immersed in the forging process. Blacksmiths brought him a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

What he did not know was that only after he had completed Thousand Refinements did Mang Tian really recognize him as his disciple, to the point where Mang Tian stopped his work to patiently teach Tang Wulin.

Three days later, the forging of Heavy Silver was finally completed.

Seeing the hammer on the forging runway, Tang Wulin's heart was filled with arrogance. When he had just completed Thousand Refinements in the Heavy Silver, it was only the basis of what was to come. Now, this was truly his first complete Thousand Refinements masterpiece.

Looking at the appearance of the hammer, this Thousand Refined Heavy Silver Hammer was no different from the Thousand Refined Tungsten hammer. Even the size is similar. The difference is that it weighs several times heavier. If not for Tang Wulin's strength combined with his soul strengthening, even moving the hammer would not have been an easy task.