Chapter 607

Chapter 607: Smooth Sailing with Disasters

“If you still can’t grasp it, then craft a custom artifact for each of the Third-generation Disciples.”

The tactic of overwhelming with questions never goes out of style.

Hearing Xu Fan’s words, Zhang Daqi silently calculated and realized that if he couldn’t comprehend it, his 1,000 years would be wasted.

“I’ve seen your potential. If you reflect on this for another ten years, you’ll break through.”

“Breaking through within ten years is excellent, within a hundred years is good, but if it takes you a thousand years, I’ll have your brother Pang Fu send you back to retire. This isn’t the right path for you,” Xu Fan said with a smile.

“A hundred years is good,” Zhang Daqi muttered to himself.

Given his age, becoming a master craftsman in a hundred years would make him a legendary figure in his family.

At that time, his name would echo throughout the Heavenly Refining Sect, like a scholar achieving the highest honors in ancient times.

Yet, such an achievement would only be considered “good” here.

Seeing Zhang Daqi deep in thought, Xu Fan asked, “Are you imagining how glorious it will be after becoming a master craftsman?”

“No, I’m not,” Zhang Daqi quickly denied.

“Disciple is just overwhelmed by the fortune of being able to study under you, Master. It’s a blessing earned through eight lifetimes.”

“……”

“Forget about blessings! Hurry up and reflect on your skills. Your potential isn’t limited to becoming a master craftsman,” Xu Fan said to his nominal disciple.

“Master, I obey.”

Zhang Daqi left, filled with bright hopes for the future.

In the underground space, as Xu Fan practiced crafting celestial tools, he suddenly muttered to himself, “I should find a chance to refine the abilities of my temporary avatar. There are still some matters that need to be handled by the avatar. It’s too troublesome.”

“Are you thinking of having the avatar craft celestial tools? You’re just being lazy,” Avatar Number One said without hesitation.

“You underestimate me. Being lazy is my style. If I’m going to be lazy, I’ll be *very* lazy,” Xu Fan laughed as he continued crafting celestial tools.

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Seven months later, a beast cart unique to the beast race appeared over the Ten Thousand-Mile Giant Lake.

“Lu’er, ahead lies the Hidden Spirit Sect,” said the Swift Thunder Beast Sovereign, gazing affectionately at the transformed Qing Bird.

“If it weren’t for you and the child, I wouldn’t align myself with the forces of the human race,” came a voice as sweet as birdsong.

The girl in human form glanced helplessly at her husband.

“Right now, I can only hope that the Hidden Spirit Sect is as good as you say. If there’s any deviation, I’ll have to take our child and flee far away,” she said, her eyes reflecting a hint of worry about the future.

“There are several beast kings attached to the Hidden Spirit Sect, and I’ve spoken with them. The sect is quite fair,” the Swift Thunder Beast Sovereign reassured her.

“Daddy, can I play with the other beast race kids over there?” the little boy beside the girl asked, his eyes full of longing.

“Yes, you can come out to play now,” the girl said, looking at the little boy with affection.

In the Qing Bird clan, because her child was different, no other young birds were willing to play with him.

“Among the beast races affiliated with the Hidden Spirit Sect, there are many gentle ones, like the Precious Artifact Rabbit, the Spirit Armored clan, and the Wind Blue Rain Goose clan. There are plenty of little friends over there for Qi’er to play with.”

The Swift Thunder Beast Sovereign gazed at his wife and child, suddenly feeling that this was the true meaning of life.

“Lord Grape, please inform the Grand Elder that Swift Thunder has returned as promised,” he called out into the air.

“The master has received the message and is waiting for you in the sect,” Grape replied, a hint of amusement in his tone.

The family had returned together, and the master must be pleased.

In the underground space, Avatar Number One observed the temporary avatar, which was crafting celestial tools in place of Xu Fan.

“Lazy as hell,” Avatar Number One muttered before refocusing on crafting the Great Ascension stage puppet.

By a pavilion near the spiritual liquid lake, Xu Fan watched the family of three and nodded in satisfaction.

Yes, they were diligent and loyal, without any hidden agendas.

These beasts were generally stable as long as they were well-compensated, which was exactly what the Hidden Spirit Sect needed at this stage.

“Greetings, Grand Elder,” the family of three said respectfully.

The voice of the little boy, who sounded like a toddler, made Xu Fan smile warmly.

“The inheritance memories of your beast race are truly remarkable; a newborn already behaves like a four or five-year-old,” Xu Fan remarked with a smile.

“It’s just a common practice.”

In the past, the beast race faced intense competition, so even newborns had to possess certain abilities to avoid sudden dangers.

Xu Fan produced a Thunder Pearl in his hand, an artifact crafted by a member of the Moon Fox Clan based on the properties of spirit ore.

When not on missions, the beast clan master craftsmen of the Hidden Spirit Sect would often receive spirit ore from Grape to craft artifacts as they pleased.

As Xu Fan often said, it was important to keep their skills sharp.

Xu Fan formed a spell seal, and the Thunder Pearl transformed into a stream of light, entering the little boy’s body.

“You traveled billions of miles to the Hidden Spirit Sect right after birth; consider this a small reward,” Xu Fan said, pinching the boy’s cheek.

“Thank you for the generous gift, Grand Elder,” the Qing Bird girl and the Swift Thunder Beast Sovereign expressed their gratitude.

While artifacts weren’t particularly significant to beast kings, they weren’t easy to come by either.

Xu Fan’s gesture made the grievances from their long journey dissipate like smoke.

“No need for formalities; from now on, you’ll be members of the Hidden Spirit Sect’s demon division. Swift Thunder must have told you about the benefits,” Xu Fan said, looking at the girl.

“He has. As long as the Grand Elder can provide a peaceful place for my child and me, I will serve the sect wholeheartedly,” the Qing Bird girl replied.

“I’m curious about the fighting strength of the beast king,” Xu Fan said.

“A bit stronger than me,” the Swift Thunder Beast Sovereign chuckled, earning an eye roll from the Qing Bird girl.

Hearing this, Xu Fan regarded the Swift Thunder Beast Sovereign with newfound respect.

“Good to hear! The demon division has already prepared your residence; you can settle there from now on,” Xu Fan said.

“Thank you, Grand Elder,” the family said, bowing.

“Grand Elder, what will you do with the Wind Thunder Beast Sovereign?” the Swift Thunder Beast Sovereign asked.

They had a good relationship within the clan and held no deep grudges.

“He’s still resisting and unwilling to serve the sect, so he’ll remain imprisoned for now.”

“Out of respect for you, I’ll hold off on using other methods for the time being,” Xu Fan said after a moment of thought.

The Hidden Spirit Sect already had enough high-end fighting strength, so they could afford to let the Thunder Bird wait.

“Thank you, Master.”

With that, the Thunder Bird family respectfully took their leave.

“Lately, the sect’s progress has been smooth. Is Heaven trying to warn me that something significant is about to happen?” Xu Fan mused, looking up at the sky.

Recently, Xu Fan had felt a sense of fulfillment within the sect, which made him wary.

He knew that when things went too smoothly, it often didn’t bode well in terms of hexagrams.