Crack——!
Boom boom boom——!
Tribulation clouds piled up, heavy as if they were about to fall from the sky.
Mu Qingge looked up at the lightning moving through the tribulation clouds and thought to herself, ’Damn!’ No one had ever told her that creating a Divine Artifact would cause such a big commotion.
"Weapons are primarily for slaughter; the birth of a Divine Artifact signifies countless potential deaths. So, whenever a Divine Artifact is born, it undergoes a baptism by heavenly thunder. The term ’baptism’ actually means to destroy this weapon of slaughter. However, if it can withstand the baptism by heavenly thunder, the quality of the Divine Artifact will be excellent. The more thunder descends, the higher the rank of the Divine Artifact! The most I’ve seen was three bolts of tribulation thunder," explained the second Supreme Elder slowly.
This was to inform the other members of the Sang Clan as well as Mu Qingge about the origin of the heavenly thunder baptism.
’So as long as it can withstand it, there’s nothing to worry about.’ Mu Qingge thought to herself, her clear eyes slightly narrowing.
Her gaze landed on the weapon enveloped by the Taichu Urgent Fire. The intense flames still kept it wrapped in a way that no one could see its true form except Mu Qingge.
Crack——!
The first bolt of tribulation thunder struck directly onto the Taichu Urgent Fire.
The combination of thunder and lightning made the Taichu Urgent Fire emit an even more intense brightness, so dazzling that it couldn’t be looked at directly. The people in the viewing seats and a few on the judging panel raised their hands to shield their eyes.
Mu Qingge, being closest, was naturally the most affected. As the light burst forth, she quickly turned her head, closed her eyes, and used her sleeve to shield her eyes.
"Ge’er..." Sang Lanruo stood up in worry, shielding herself from the strong light.
Mu Yichen quickly comforted her by saying, "Mother, don’t worry. The boss won’t have any problems."
"Ge’er is too close and might be affected," Sang Lanruo said, still worried.
Mu Xuewu also chimed in promptly, "Mother, the boss is very capable, and the tribulation thunder is aimed at the Divine Artifact; the boss won’t be affected."
However, Sang Lanruo shook her head, "That’s precisely why I’m worried. Knowing Ge’er’s nature, she certainly won’t let the tribulation thunder destroy her crafted Divine Artifact!"
Her words left Mu Yichen and Mu Xuewu silent.
They had to admit that their mother’s concerns were valid. But in the current situation, it seemed clearly impossible for Mu Qingge to retreat to a safe area.
Reluctantly, Mu Xuewu tried to reassure her mother, "Mother, the boss knows what she’s doing. We need to trust her."
Sang Lanruo’s eyes showed a hint of wavering concern. She struggled for a moment before slowly sitting down, murmuring emotionally, "Indeed, Ge’er is no longer the child that needs her mother’s protection."
She felt heartache, aching because her child had to become independent too soon, understanding the importance of relying on oneself.
She genuinely felt sorry for her child, knowing she wasn’t as competent...
The blinding light eventually faded, and the Divine Artifact, protected tightly by the Taichu Urgent Fire, remained undamaged, although the Taichu Urgent Fire surrounding it had dimmed somewhat.
Initially, the flames were as dazzling as the sun, but now they seemed to flicker intermittently.
Mu Qingge lowered her hand that was shielding her face, her expression slightly somber.
Crack——!
An earth-shattering rumble came from the sky again, with tribulation thunder descending from above. This time, the thunderbolts were even more furious, as if angered by the first tribulation thunder’s failure.
’The Taichu Urgent Fire won’t withstand this strike!’ Mu Qingge’s eyes contracted sharply, her thoughts racing.
Just after she said that, she watched as the lightning directly struck the Taichu Urgent Fire. The sphere formed by the Taichu Urgent Fire struggled a few moments before suddenly cracking full of fissures and explosively shattering.
The shattered flames shot in all directions indiscriminately.
Yuanyuan hurriedly reached out to retrieve those runaway flames, while Mu Qingge stood in her place as a wall of white flames appeared in front of her, blocking the incoming Taichu Urgent Fire.
The scene startled many people into exclaiming softly, while they turned their nervous gazes toward Mu Qingge.
The tribulation thunder scattered the Taichu Urgent Fire, and the thunder vanished. Mu Qingge waved her hand to dispel the wall of flames in front of her, staring directly at the exposed Divine Artifact.
The Divine Artifact was still hard to see clearly, only a vague outline could be roughly discerned.
At this time, the Divine Artifact emitted a vibrating hum as if it were also angered by the tribulation thunder and wanted to rise up in rebellion.
Mu Qingge’s eyes suddenly burst with brilliance, and when the third tribulation thunder descended, her hands quickly formed seals, injecting countless arrays into the Divine Artifact.
Integrating array formation restrictions into artifact refining was her unique method.
Her actions immediately caught the attention of those around her.
"What’s he doing?"
"What is this? I don’t understand what’s happening!"
"Is this part of the artifact refining process? Why didn’t I know?"
"Is this the Sang Clan’s artifact refining technique?"
Voices of discussion rose everywhere, while Mu Qingge seemed oblivious to the noise, her hands moving faster and faster, injecting more and more array formation restrictions onto the Divine Artifact, each one enhancing its power and making its shine brighter.
"This is... array formation restrictions!" exclaimed the oldest second Supreme Elder in the crowd, shocked.
He recognized what Mu Qingge was doing, but he couldn’t have imagined she would apply the array formation restrictions to a weapon, and he was curious about the effects it would produce.
"Ingenious! Ingenious!" The second Supreme Elder’s hands trembled slightly in excitement, feeling as if Mu Qingge’s actions had opened a window, letting him suddenly perceive another direction in artifact refining techniques.
"Supreme Elder, what are array formation restrictions?" the third elder asked curiously.
The second Supreme Elder took a deep breath and, with eyes full of brilliance, explained quickly while staring at Mu Qingge, "There exists a group proficient in array formation restrictions; they can modify a region for defensive or aggressive functions, with attack and defense means being incredibly diverse. Yet, no one has ever applied this method to weapons. Imagine, if a weapon came with array functionality, its power would be unimaginable!"
These words shocked King Sang Shun and the three elders.
They all turned to look at Mu Qingge with surprise at her continuously changing hand gestures.
Array formation restrictions...
This ancient magic had long faded into the river of history; how did she learn it? And what array formation restrictions is she adding to that emerging Divine Artifact now?
’...the eighty-first seal!’ Mu Qingge silently calculated the number of arrays she’s injected in her mind.
Her array formation restrictions were learned from ancient books sourced by Mengmeng and some insights gained from Si Mo thereafter.
Currently, she’s imbuing the Divine Artifact with formations using the force from the tribulation thunder’s baptism to better integrate them into the artifact.
This was a rare opportunity, and she couldn’t miss it!
Mu Qingge’s eyes grew brighter and brighter as she added more formation restrictions into the Divine Artifact.
In doing so, she seemed to provoke the tribulation thunder. After brewing for some time, it suddenly descended dual bolts of tribulation thunder!
Crack crack!
Boom boom boom boom——!
Two lightning bolts struck simultaneously towards the yet-unborn Divine Artifact.
The tribulation thunder clearly intended to destroy her efforts! Mu Qingge’s eyes turned cold, tightly pursing her lips as she looked skyward. Her hands moved faster, with array runes continuously embedding into the Divine Artifact.
The tribulation thunder struck down!
Mu Qingge squinted her eyes, just about to block the thunder, when the yet-to-emerge Divine Artifact sped ahead of her, rushing into the clouds to meet the tribulation thunder head-on.
Jiang Li stood up abruptly, her beautiful eyes sparkling brightly, a hint of a smile on her lips as she said slowly, "I like this kind of courageous weapon that meets the challenge head-on!" This was the Divine Artifact specially made for her by Mu Qingge, and she couldn’t just sit idly by!
Jiang Li leapt down from the viewing seat, her figure flickering as she flew into the air.
By this time, one bolt of the tribulation thunder had already struck the Divine Artifact, which trembled and let out a crisp and resonant sound. Several not-yet-fused formation restrictions were broken by the thunder.
Behind Jiang Li, a serpent shadow appeared, charging furiously toward the other bolt of tribulation thunder.
She turned her head toward Mu Qingge and said, "Focus on refining the artifact; leave the rest to me."
Mu Qingge exchanged glances with her, subtly nodded, and then settled her mind, continuing to embed the array formation into the Divine Artifact.
Two bolts of tribulation thunder exploded in the sky, the spectacular scene startling everyone to their feet.
For many among them, this was the first time witnessing such a sight, and the impactful scene was etched into their hearts, likely never to be forgotten.
Two more bolts of tribulation thunder fell, but they were blocked by Jiang Li and the Divine Artifact.
As the tribulation thunder was continuously deflected, the rumbling clouds seemed to echo the roars of ancient fierce beasts.
It was filled with rage, accumulating a potent killing intent!
Suddenly, three tribulation thunders descended simultaneously in three directions, targeting the Divine Artifact, Jiang Li, and Mu Qingge respectively!
Jiang Li’s beautiful eyes widened, activating the snake cultivation bloodline within her, transforming into an alluring beauty with a human torso and snake tail, using her ancient bloodline to resist the lightning strike.
"The final one!" Mu Qingge whispered softly, releasing the last array formation, which shot into the Divine Artifact in the sky.
The final array formation descended, and the Divine Artifact suddenly restrained its radiance. As it was about to reveal its true form, the tribulation thunder struck, and it unhesitatingly caught the bolt, immediately enveloped by electric sparks, drawing the lightning from the sky, filling the entire sky with thunder and lightning.
At this moment, the tribulation thunder approaching Mu Qingge was already pressing close to her.
As she was about to be struck by lightning, Mu Qingge, to everyone’s astonishment, clenched her fist and swung it towards the bolt with sheer physical strength—
BOOM—!
A deafening sound erupted as Mu Qingge’s fist collided with the tribulation thunder, bursting forth with intense brilliance.
"Ge’er—!"
"Qingge—!"
"Boss—!"
"This child, how reckless! Facing tribulation thunder barehanded, isn’t this courting death?" The Second Supreme Elder fretted anxiously; even if he wanted to save her now, it was too late.
Moreover, no one had anticipated Mu Qingge would catch the tribulation thunder barehanded, without even attempting to dodge!
"Ge’er—!" Sang Lanruo’s heart shattered with pain, wanting to rush forward but firmly held back by Mu Yichen and Mu Xuewu.
With her cultivation, breaking free from the two would normally be a simple task. However, having just sustained serious injuries earlier, her current cultivation was drastically depleted, leaving her unable to overcome her children’s restraint.
"Mother, stay calm. Boss must have confidence; she wouldn’t throw herself into death!" Mu Yichen hurriedly said.
The lightning flickered and eventually dissipated.
The tribulation clouds above seemed to finally relinquish their intent to destroy the Divine Artifact, gradually dispersing, and the sky began to clear anew.
With the smoke dissipated, everyone was fixedly staring at Mu Qingge’s previous standing spot.
Gradually, a figure appeared before their eyes.
Mu Qingge stood tall, with her hands behind her back. The tribulation thunder she had collided with had long disintegrated, while she merely had a slight tear in her right sleeve, seemingly unharmed.
"Damn! Not even lightning could kill her! So formidable!"
"This physique is tougher than a Spirit Beast, daring to face tribulation thunder head-on!"
"Admiration! Complete admiration!"
"Motherf...! How can anyone live? Such a monstrosity appears just to disgrace us!"
"With high talent, potent bloodline, and the ability to refine a Divine Artifact, all these aside, she herself is so formidable; where on earth did this monster appear from!"
"This kind of prodigy leaves us no choice but to respect!"
"What is her body made of?"
Many within the Sang Clan were discussing animatedly, amazed at Mu Qingge’s ability to withstand tribulation thunder barehanded, unaware that it wasn’t her first time being struck by lightning.
She frequently trained in the Thunder Pool, having endured even fiercer bloodline tribulation thunders for Yin Chen.
Moreover, she herself was a Thunder Ability User, how could she possibly fear lightning strikes?
Mu Qingge being able to withstand lightning with her bare hands today was not without reason.
"Ge’er..." Seeing Mu Qingge unharmed, Sang Lanruo sank into her seat, tears welling in her eyes.
King Sang Shun sighed with relief inwardly, blaming the girl for being too reckless!
"Family Head, you have an exceptional granddaughter!" The Second Supreme Elder exclaimed to King Sang Shun in admiration. "Even I wouldn’t dare face tribulation thunder directly, yet she, at such a young age, possesses such courage and daring; we truly can’t afford to feel old."
King Sang Shun displayed a satisfied smile, proudly saying, "The Second Supreme Elder flatters; Ge’er is just daring, but thankfully, her abilities match her boldness, keeping her from making any serious blunders."
"Family Head, your granddaughter did more than simply avoid blunders; she drained all the essence blood from our clan’s Blood Pool!" The Second Elder laughed.
King Sang Shun was taken aback, and then all three laughed heartily together.
The Second Supreme Elder murmured with awe, "Ten tribulation thunders... unprecedented..."
With the passing of the tribulation clouds, it symbolized the birth of the Divine Artifact, adding another Divine-level Artifact Refiner to the Sang Clan.
This was indeed a glorious, celebratory event for the entire clan!
Everything gradually calmed down, and the once-mysterious Divine Artifact finally revealed its true appearance before people.
The exterior radiance faded, unveiling its stunning form to the world—
Black-gold, with a long, curved and extended structure, sharp blades at its ends adorned with blood-red decorations. The blade curved but carried a diamond shape, exceedingly captivating.
This was a composite Divine Artifact, capable of splitting into two, transforming into multiblade form, graspable in both hands. Alternatively, it could combine into a long weapon, attacking enemies head to tail.
On the blade were three circular hidden weapons, which, when thrown, morphed into lethal implements, unleashing sharp blades for long-range assassination, then returning by themselves.
The weapon was also entwined with a snake-like thin rope, its end dangling with a serpent-head bell, whose sound, when shaken, enchanted and decelerated foes’ speed and reactions.
Mu Qingge’s crafted weapons feature no redundant embellishments; every design is ingeniously purposeful.
Seeing the first Divine Artifact she had forged, an expression of astonishment surfaced in Mu Qingge’s eyes.
The Divine Artifact descended slowly, enveloped in a divine aura.
In its presence, the weapons of the Sang Clan members emitted a humming submission.
Mu Qingge looked at Jiang Li, who was enthralled by the Divine Artifact, a smile curled at her lips as she called out to her, "What are you waiting for? Won’t you claim the Divine Artifact that’s yours!"
Jiang Li was awakened, her eyes lighting up, revealing an exquisite smile as she moved toward the Divine Artifact hovering in midair.
Approaching it, she forced out her heart’s blood, sprinkling it upon the Divine Artifact, which trembled immediately, resonating with a loud humming sound. Within moments, it emitted a bright beam, its body swiftly shrinking, morphing into a gold-red menacing bracelet, flying toward Jiang Li.
Jiang Li raised her hand, and the bracelet automatically fastened around her fair wrist, its sheen fading back to tranquility.
She gazed fondly at the bracelet newly adorning her wrist, an infinite joy surfacing in her eyes.
Surrounding Sang Clan members cast envious glances her way.
Indeed, envy.
Because the Sang Clan had regulations that allowed the Artifact Refiner first claims on the weapons they crafted! Even if the family wished to take it, a certain price had to be paid.
Thus, even seeing Mu Qingge casually bestow an invaluable Divine Artifact upon Jiang Li, they could do nothing.
Moreover, having refined a Divine Artifact, Mu Qingge now was a Divine-level Artifact Refiner, requiring them to bow before her, unable to interfere with her choices.
"He actually managed to forge a Divine Artifact!" Sang Zilan murmured.
The prior discontent and humiliation both burned to ashes in this moment. She realized that henceforth, Mu Qingge was sufficiently equipped to disdain her, disregard her, and even shame her!


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