Chapter 616

Chapter 616: Destiny Stone

"Then I’ll trouble the Grand Elder," Master Qianling said with a look that suggested he was looking for a freebie.

"It’s no big deal," Xu Fan replied.

He had a good relationship with Master Qianling, so helping him out occasionally wasn’t a problem.

Hearing Xu Fan’s words, Master Qianling smiled.

Indeed, everyone enjoys getting something for free.

"What brings you to the sect, respected elder?" Xu Fan asked.

"Nothing much, I just wanted to lay low for a bit. My sister-in-law went to Qianling Sect, so I’m avoiding the storm," Master Qianling said, his smile polite but a bit awkward.

"It’s a good thing your sister-in-law went to Qianling Sect. Why are you hiding?" Xu Fan asked, puzzled.

"Well, it’s a bit complicated. Just know that every time my sister-in-law visits, big brother always gets upset for a while."

"Big brother is now in the invincible respected elder realm, with a mindset that’s been refined through countless trials. The only thing that can upset him is related to my sister-in-law."

"When he gets angry, he likes to take it out on me," Master Qianling said with a pitiful tone.

"I don’t think the Grand Elder is someone who can’t tell right from wrong. Why would he take it out on you?" Xu Fan said calmly, secretly wondering what Master Qianling had done to make the Grand Elder of Qianling Sect hold such a grudge.

"You wouldn’t understand. Forget it; it’s too complicated to explain. Can I stay in the sect for a year?" Master Qianling asked.

"Of course! I’ll have Grape build a palace for you. Not just a year; even ten or a hundred years would be no problem," Xu Fan said generously. With the size of the Hidden Spirit Sect, it could easily accommodate a respected elder.

"Thank you, Grand Elder," Master Qianling said with a smile and a bow.

"No need for formalities between our two sects."

Thus, the giant beast division site gained another supervisor.

A month later, when Second Clone began crafting the Star Ship, he started complaining about Master Qianling being too annoying.

Due to Second Clone’s complaints, Xu Fan went to check on the scene and then took Master Qianling away.

"Do you want to learn artifact crafting?" Xu Fan asked.

"No, I’m just curious about how this Star Ship is made," Master Qianling replied.

Seeing his curiosity, Xu Fan handed him a jade plate.

"This is the entire process for crafting the Star Ship. It even includes detailed explanations of the formations. If you really don’t understand, the main peak academy offers a complete teaching process for formations," Xu Fan explained.

Any master craftsman would find it unbearable to have someone asking questions while crafting.

It’s like trying to drive while someone is giving poor directions next to you—not pleasant at all.

"Grand Elder, does your Second Clone think I’m annoying?" Master Qianling asked.

"Yes, crafting a regular Star Ship is one thing, but with such good materials, of course, we need to make the best Star Ship. This requires full concentration and can’t be distracted by anything else."

"Moreover, your future celestial tools may very well be crafted by Second Clone," Xu Fan said with a smile.

Hearing this, Master Qianling suddenly froze, realizing he had done quite a few foolish things.

"If you’re really bored, you can play in the virtual world," Xu Fan suggested.

As the Hidden Spirit Sect cleared out the surrounding beast race, the mortals who had huddled inside the Steel Wall began to gradually expand outward. While the situation hadn’t fully returned to what it was before the Beast Race Invasion, some areas were better than ever.

The virtual world had completely integrated into their lives.

They learned, traded, and completed tasks, with all aspects of life centered around the virtual world.

As the virtual world created by Xu Fan developed, it had mainly become a service hub, turning into the second paradise for mortals.

"Respected Elder, if you let go of your cultivation and enter the virtual world, you will discover even more fun," Xu Fan said, unveiling a virtual pod.

"Just lie down, and it will automatically connect you to the virtual world," Xu Fan explained.

"I’ve heard about the virtual world for a while but never had the chance to check it out. Since the Grand Elder recommends it, I’ll go see what interesting things await inside," Master Qianling said.

"You should definitely give it a try," Xu Fan replied with a smile, then instructed Grape to prepare a game engagement feast for Master Qianling.

In Upper Zun Fairy City, after Pang Fu dropped off First Clone, he left, promising to return in a year to pick him up.

First Clone looked at the familiar city and smiled.

In Volcano Fairy Town, the divine fire phoenix that used to inhabit the town had transformed into a qilin, radiating an aura of dominance that screamed "who else but me."

"I wonder how big brother is doing," First Clone said to himself.

The entrance to the Artifact Hall was as lively as ever, with even more cultivators seeking customized treasures than before.

First Clone headed toward the inner hall of the Artifact Hall, where the protective formation automatically opened a door for him.

Outside the hall, the cultivators seeking treasures suddenly heard a hearty laugh.

"Big brother, I’ve come to see you!" First Clone said with a smile.

At that moment, the Master of the Artifact Hall was deeply focused on a formation, his brow furrowed in concentration.

Upon hearing the voice, he looked up and spotted First Clone.

"Hahaha, brother, you finally decided to come back and see me!" the Master of the Artifact Hall exclaimed joyfully.

Then, suddenly, he looked at First Clone with a serious expression, examining him from head to toe.

"You’ve advanced to artifact great master!" the Master of the Artifact Hall said in shock.

"You’re impressive! I thought I completely concealed my aura, but I didn’t expect you to notice it," First Clone said, somewhat surprised.

"Your aura is well hidden, but I can still recognize that energy of yours," the Master of the Artifact Hall replied.

Looking at First Clone, he suddenly began to reflect.

"I felt back then that it wouldn’t take you long to advance to artifact great master, but I never imagined that day would arrive so soon while I remain just a master craftsman," the Master of the Artifact Hall said with a rueful expression.

It was like the feeling of the smartest child in the village going out to seek fortune and success.

"Don’t say that, big brother; I came here this time to share my experience of becoming an artifact great master with you," First Clone said, pulling out a jade box and offering it to the Master of the Artifact Hall.

"I even prepared a gift for you. Please accept it," First Clone said with a smile.

"It’s enough that you’re here; no need for gifts."

"What could you possibly lack now?" the Master of the Artifact Hall reproached.

"Just open it and take a look; I think you’ll like it."

"Oh, I’m curious to see what it is."

The Master of the Artifact Hall opened the jade box with interest.

"The Destiny Stone!" the Master of the Artifact Hall exclaimed in delight.

"I originally wanted to craft this ring for you, but then I thought it would be better to give you the Destiny Stone directly."

"After all, it’s best to use what you’ve crafted yourself," First Clone said.