chsdbacks Chapter 49: Building the Workshop and Preparing for Weapon Forging!
Chapter 49: Building the Workshop and Preparing for Weapon Forging!
"Yes, young master, there's no smoke without fire, and what I'm saying is all the latest news!"
Qingluo nodded repeatedly and said to Qin Xiao.
Qin Xiao nodded slightly and looked at Qingluo, saying, "Continue, tell me what else you know about Yu Fengling, down to the smallest detail."
Seeing that her story had piqued Qin Xiao's interest, Qingluo put in even more effort, adding some additional anecdotes about Yu Fengling.
For example, she likes to wear red.
Wherever it goes, a wonderful fragrance fills the air, and so on.
Although most of these are just rumors circulating in the streets, it's difficult to distinguish between truth and falsehood.
But Qin Xiao remembered them all.
After Qingluo finished speaking, Qin Xiao said approvingly in a gentle voice, "Qingluo, what you said is very helpful. Thank you for your hard work."
Upon hearing this, Qingluo's pretty face flushed red, both shy and delighted. She quickly waved her hand, "Young Master, you flatter me. As long as you'd like to hear it, I'm ready to tell you anytime!"
Qin Xiao waved his hand: "No need for now, you can go ahead and get busy."
Qinglu bowed and sensibly left the private room.
I thought to myself that I should listen to more stories from the streets and alleys in the future.
Who knows when it might come in handy.
After Qingluo left, only Qin Xiao and Mu Ziyan remained in the private room.
Mu Ziyan sat down next to Qin Xiao, moving closer, her beautiful eyes filled with worry. She asked softly, "Young Master, judging from Qingluo's description, is Yu Fengling truly a cultivator?"
Qin Xiao's gaze was serious: "If nothing unexpected happens, it's highly likely."
"Moreover, according to Qingluo, this woman's cultivation level is probably at least at the Foundation Establishment stage."
"At the very least, it's the Great Perfection of the Qi Refining Stage."
He paused, looked at Mu Ziyan, and told her the information he had obtained from searching Qin Yuan's memories: "When I explored Qin Yuan's memories, I learned that this Yu Kingdom's Grand Preceptor, Yu Fengling, will soon secretly arrive in Jinyang Prefecture to plot a coordinated attack with Qin Yuan from within."
Upon hearing this, Mu Ziyan was even more alarmed: "So, the Yu Kingdom is plotting against my Great Yong..."
"For now, the only objective is to acquire a few black iron mines in Jinyang Prefecture."
Qin Xiao said in a deep voice, "However, the others may not be outside their plans."
"this……"
Mu Ziyan frowned slightly. "The Yu Kingdom's ambitions are not small. If Yu Fengling is a cultivator, then the Yu Kingdom probably has more than just her as a cultivator..."
"Um."
Qin Xiao's expression was solemn. "Judging from the current situation, the possibility that the Yu Kingdom possesses a lineage of immortal cultivation is extremely high."
"But the exact extent of the damage is currently unknown."
"However, this Yu Fengling is an opportunity to peek into the cultivation foundation of the Yu Kingdom."
As he spoke, a cold glint flashed in Qin Xiao's eyes: "Since she has offered herself up, we must not let her go."
"Perfect timing! Let's first probe the depths of the Yu Kingdom and see just how far their cultivation tradition has progressed!"
Sensing the seriousness in Qin Xiao's words and knowing the gravity of the matter, Mu Ziyan asked, "Young Master, what can I do for you?"
Qin Xiao felt a warmth in his heart upon hearing this, and gently grasped Mu Ziyan's soft hand, saying softly, "There is an important matter right now that requires your personal attention."
"Please speak, sir."
Mu Ziyan immediately became serious.
"It is that weapon-refining cauldron."
Qin Xiao said, "Your father has already gone to find craftsmen, but the place of forging must be absolutely secluded, and the process must be monitored at all times to ensure that nothing goes wrong. You are meticulous, so I trust you the most to be in charge of overseeing the forging of the weapon-refining cauldron."
Upon hearing this, Mu Ziyan readily agreed, eager to try, saying, "Young Master, rest assured, leave this to me! Ziyan Pavilion occupies a large area with many unused courtyards and storerooms, which are already heavily guarded, and ordinary people are not allowed to enter. I will arrange it right away to clear out a separate area in the most secluded corner of the backyard, specifically for forging the weapon-refining cauldron, ensuring secrecy!"
Qin Xiao nodded in satisfaction: "That's for the best. Discuss and arrange all the necessary tools and furnace with your father, making sure to meet the craftsmen's requirements. I will give you the materials and detailed drawings later."
"Um!"
Mu Ziyan nodded vigorously, full of enthusiasm, "Young Master, there's no time to lose, I'll go and make the arrangements right now!"
Without hesitation, he stood up, bowed to Qin Xiao, and quickly left the private room to begin preparations.
……
Mu Ziyan is extremely efficient.
That afternoon, a secluded corner in the backyard of Ziyan Pavilion, which had previously been filled with miscellaneous items, was completely cleared out.
Under Mu Ziyan's personal command, the guards in the mansion quickly built several high walls, completely separating this area from the rest of the backyard, forming an independent and secluded space.
The high wall had only one thick iron gate for entry and exit, and Wang Gang arranged for absolutely reliable disciples to guard it in shifts day and night.
Meanwhile, there was also progress on Mu Yunshan's side.
Leveraging the connections and financial resources of the Sihai Chamber of Commerce, he secretly invited more than a dozen of the most skilled and discreet blacksmiths in Jinyang Prefecture, along with their capable assistants.
These craftsmen were required to be temporarily isolated from the outside world and moved into the rooms prepared in advance by Ziyan Pavilion.
Afterwards, Mu Yunshan and his daughter Mu Ziyan discussed the matter in detail with the craftsmen in the newly opened workshop.
Based on the craftsmen's requests, Mu Yunshan once again mobilized the Chamber of Commerce's resources, quickly gathering the best refractory bricks, the hardest anvils, and the largest bellows.
And all kinds of forging tools, such as hammers and pliers of various sizes.
A sizable iron smelting furnace was also urgently built.
The backyard of Ziyan Pavilion, on the surface, still maintains its usual tranquility and elegance.
But behind the newly erected high walls, there was a scene of bustling preparations.
Everyone had a vague feeling that they were involved in something of great importance.
Although it is unclear what exactly the "refining cauldron" is.
Qin Xiao then personally drew several designs for refining cauldrons in Mu Ziyan's boudoir.
They carefully considered and refined every detail.
……
After another night of intimate moments and spiritual guidance.
The next morning, Qin Xiao brought with him the blueprints for the weapon-refining cauldron, which he had repeatedly revised and perfected.
Along with some spirit stone ore taken from the system space, they arrived at the newly opened workshop in the backyard.
Inside the workshop, the furnace was already lit, and waves of heat were hitting us.
More than a dozen veteran craftsmen and their assistants, who had been invited by Mu Yunshan at great expense, were already waiting here.
Upon seeing Qin Xiao enter, they all stopped what they were doing and bowed respectfully.
Qin Xiao spread the blueprints out on the large wooden table that had been temporarily moved in.
The craftsmen immediately gathered around and examined it carefully.
The tripod in the drawings has a unique shape, which is completely different from the pots, cauldrons and incense burners they usually make.
The craftsmen whispered among themselves, discussing the order in which the various components would be made and the difficulties they might encounter.
However, based on their years of experience, they did not raise any problems that were impossible to solve.
"Masters, I entrust the forging of this cauldron to you."
Qin Xiao said in a deep voice, "If you need anything or encounter any problems, you can come to me at any time."
Mu Yunshan quickly added from the side, his face beaming with smiles: "Yes, yes, master craftsmen, please feel free to tell me your requests, and I will do my best to fulfill them! As long as this cauldron is perfectly crafted according to the blueprints, the reward will definitely satisfy you all!"
The craftsmen nodded in agreement, indicating that they would do their best.
However, when Qin Xiao took out those spirit ores...
The atmosphere inside the workshop suddenly became somewhat strange...