The feeling of weakness faded away, replaced by unprecedented excitement, and my thinking was extremely clear, as if everything in the world had become within reach.
In this wonderful feeling, Han Yu's fingertips seemed to be full of magic, and the carving knife in his hand flew up and down under his dexterous control, like a fluttering butterfly, dancing in a graceful arc on the surface of the rare metal.
The sharp blade cuts across the metal lightly without any hindrance, as easily as cutting tofu.
Exquisite patterns flowed out from under the carving knife like elves, gradually emerging on the metal surface.
These patterns are complex and exquisite, yet completely natural, as if they are the textures contained in the metal itself, awakened by Hanyu's carving knife, showing the beauty they should have originally.
Han Yu's breathing was steady and long, his eyes were focused and deep, as if the whole world had disappeared, leaving only the piece of rare metal in his hand and the soul tool he was carving.
He was completely immersed in the state of making the soul guide, without any distractions, forgetting both things and myself.
The noise of the outside world, the pressure of the game, and even the passage of time cannot have the slightest impact on him.
His mental power is highly concentrated, integrated with the carving knife in his hand, and he accurately controls the strength and angle of each knife, pouring his thoughts and creativity into the production of the soul guide without reservation.
At this moment, Han Yu seemed to have transformed into a skilled artist, using his carving knife to carve out his dreams, his persistence, and his love for the soul guide on the metal.
He forgot all distracting thoughts, devoted himself wholeheartedly to this creation, and enjoyed this pure happiness.
The carving knife in his hand is sometimes as light as a swallow, sometimes as fast and fierce as an eagle, sometimes as graceful as a swimming dragon, sometimes as calm as a rock.
Every swing is full of power and beauty, and every drop of the knife is extremely precise and just right.
Under his carving knife, the surface of the metal gradually became as smooth as a mirror, yet full of texture and layers.
Those exquisite patterns shine like stars, intertwined into a mysterious and beautiful pattern, emitting heart-stopping energy fluctuations.
There were fine beads of sweat on Han Yu's forehead, but he was completely unaware of it. He only saw the soul guide in his hand, and in his heart was only his love for the soul guide.
He seemed to be integrated with the soul guide, feeling its pulse and listening to its breathing.
At this moment, he was no longer an ordinary soul master, but a true creator, an artist who used his own hands to give life to metal.
The carving knife in his hand is no longer a cold tool, but a magic brush, depicting his dreams and his future.
He was immersed in this wonderful state, feeling the joy of creation, forgetting time, space, and everything.
He only knew that he wanted to make this soul guide perfect, to the extreme, and to make it impeccable.
This was the state that he dreamed of, and it was also the state that all soul masters dreamed of.
This state is called the unity of body and mind in the world of soul masters, and it is a state that can be encountered but cannot be sought.
It cannot be obtained through deliberate practice, but needs to emerge naturally when the essence, qi, and spirit reach their peak harmony.
This requires that the soul master must have a profound theoretical foundation and rich practical experience, and his cultivation and mental strength must also reach a certain level.
Only when these conditions are met can the state of unity of body and mind be possible.
Making a ninth-level soul guidance device requires extremely high requirements for soul mentors, and a state of physical and mental unity is even more essential.
During the production process of ordinary soul mentors, they need to maintain a high degree of concentration and precise operations at all times. A slight carelessness will lead to failure.
They don't have the incredible ability of mental detection like Han Yu, which can help them avoid mistakes.
Only by entering the realm of unity of body and mind can the complex production process be simplified and completed in one go.
Ye Yulin, the chief referee, is a Star Douluo and a highly respected ninth-level soul master. At this moment, he is staring at Han Yu intently, his eyes filled with unconcealable admiration and desire.
He was amazed by the talent and skills displayed by this young man.
In his opinion, Han Yu is definitely a rare talent that can only be seen in a century! No matter who his teacher was, Ye Yulin was determined to take him under his tutelage.
Such a disciple is a coveted treasure for any soul master.
The production progress of other participating soul mentors is completely opposite to Han Yu.
They have completed the production of the core magic circle and have begun to assemble other soul guidance device components.
This part of the work is relatively easy and does not require a huge amount of energy and mental energy like the core array.
Since the competition also included a subsequent skills challenge, these soul mentors all set aside a certain amount of time to recover their energy when formulating their plans in order to better cope with the upcoming challenges.
The skills challenge is extremely difficult and places extremely high demands on the soul mentor's overall quality and adaptability.
After completing the production of the core array, they gradually relaxed and began to observe the situation of other opponents. Soon, Han Yu became the focus of their attention.
It was difficult for them not to notice, because beside Han Yu, there stood a humanoid soul guide about two and a half meters tall!
A representative player from the Aodu Chamber of Commerce, an experienced soul engineer, when he saw the humanoid soul guide made by Han Yu, the stamping grinding tool in his hand shifted due to distraction, causing a piece of precious rare metal to be scrapped. , and almost hurt his hand.
When the other soul masters saw this scene, their eyes widened, with shock and disbelief written on their faces. Only He Caitou remained calm and focused because he didn't notice Han Yu's situation.
Humanoid soul guide? He actually made a humanoid soul guide during the competition?
The deputy leader's slender fingers tapped lightly on the table, making a crisp sound that was particularly clear in the silent room.
Her tone was low, but with an air of calmness and authority: "As for the young man named Han, have you found out his origins?" Her voice was deliberately lowered, as if she was worried about disturbing something.
Nangong Wan hurriedly bowed and replied respectfully: "My subordinates have sent people to investigate carefully, but there are no clues yet. He seems to have appeared out of thin air, and no background information can be found."
He paused, a trickle of sweat broke out on his forehead, "He had brought several followers with him before. We thought he was from some secret sect."
Nangong Wan raised his hand to wipe his sweat, "We have searched almost all known sects and even used some secret channels, but still found nothing."
He took a deep breath and continued: "However, my subordinates think that his identity and origin are not important." He carefully observed the face of the deputy leader and said tentatively: "Since he will come to compete for the rewards of the competition, , which shows that he is not financially well-off at least." Nangong Wan said with a hint of certainty, "As for other aspects, my subordinates think it is not a problem.
If it doesn't work, we can give him..." He made a gesture of wiping his neck, "or brainwash him so that he can be completely used by us. ”
After hearing what Nangong Wan said, the deputy leader frowned and a cold light flashed in his eyes.
She slammed the table with a loud bang, and the air in the room seemed to freeze.
"Idiot!" she yelled angrily, her voice filled with an icy chill.
Nangong Wan was startled by the sudden rebuke, his face instantly turned pale, and large beads of sweat rolled down his forehead. He quickly knelt down on the ground, his body trembling slightly, and said in fear: "Please teach the deputy leader a lesson!"
The deputy leader looked coldly at Nangong Wan who was kneeling on the ground, and his tone was cold and biting: "He is a soul master, not an ordinary soul master!
What a soul master needs is creativity and inspiration! If you brainwash him, his memory will be greatly reduced. The soul master's ability may be restored through guidance and training, but do you think it can be restored in such a delicate and complicated process as making a soul guide? ”
She took a deep breath and suppressed the anger in her heart, "When dealing with such special talents, the best way is to win over them!"
Nangong Wan quickly nodded in agreement: "I understand, my subordinates. This time we gave out the ninth-level fixed soul-guided artillery shells as a reward, also to win over him."
He paused and added: "What I mean is that if he really refuses to surrender, we will consider other methods..."
"Well," the deputy leader nodded slightly, but his tone was still cold, "After this game is over, don't let him out of our sight again." She waved her hand, indicating that Nangong Wan could retreat.
If people who are familiar with Hanyu knew what happened here, they would definitely sigh that no matter where he goes, this kid is a piece of cake that everyone is fighting for!
In the Mingdu City, figures fell from the sky one after another, like black lightning piercing the night sky, and finally fell into the courtyard next to the Sun and Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy.
The matters at the palace had been dealt with, and the high-level soul engineers responsible for guarding the important warehouses rushed back immediately. After all, this is their fundamental base, and if anything goes wrong, the consequences will be disastrous.
There are eight high-level soul masters stationed in this heavily guarded warehouse. They all have unique skills and profound cultivation.
The old man at the head was named Xu Guozhong. He was tall but seemed a little thin. His sunken eye sockets seemed to hide countless secrets, and his dark skin revealed a bit of the bloodline of the previous royal family.
Since the father of the current Holy Emperor Xu Tianran usurped the throne, the dark skin color that symbolizes the royal status has gradually been diluted, and the skin color of the new royal family is more fair.
Although Xu Guozhong has the blood of the previous royal family, he was one of the key figures who betrayed the old royal family. It is precisely because of his great contribution in the usurpation process that he was deeply favored by the current emperor, was promoted to a high official, and became a highly respected minister.
However, Xu Guozhong is not a fan of Prince Xu Tianran. He is like a grassroots who will fall to whichever side gains power. Currently, Prince Xu Tianran is actively trying to win over him.
Xu Guozhong was named "Guozhong", but in fact he had no loyalty at all. He was only interested in profit and regarded personal interests as more important than anything else.
Back then, it was he who helped the current emperor successfully usurp the throne. In return, he received a large amount of rare medicines, which helped him cultivate to his current level.
Even though he was just responsible for guarding a warehouse, the oil and water involved was beyond what ordinary people could imagine, and the remuneration was staggeringly high. More importantly, the position gave him immense power.
If you want to mobilize the rare metals and precious equipment stored in the warehouse, you must have the emperor's personal handwriting. Even Prince Xu Tianran has no right to use it without permission.
The inventory and quantity statistics of all items in the warehouse are controlled by Xu Guozhong.
He occasionally secretly smuggles some rare metals out, and the wealth he obtains from them is astronomical.
Xu Guozhong himself is still a prince of the empire. He holds a high position and has extensive connections in the military. He is a ninth-level soul mentor and a true dignitary of the Sun and Moon Empire. Stamping his feet will make the entire empire tremble.
Recently, Prince Xu Tianran has been trying hard to win over Xu Guozhong, but he has been reluctant to make a clear stance because he is still waiting and watching, expecting greater benefits.
After all, with his power and status in the empire, even if Xu Tianran ascends the throne, his support will be indispensable.
Xu Guozhong walked steadily through the garden of the palace and walked straight to the warehouse located in the deepest part of the palace.
He is of medium build, but exudes a shrewd and capable air.
He was dressed in gorgeous clothes, shining with the luster of gold threads in the sun, highlighting his noble status.
As a relative of the current emperor, he could have enjoyed the glory and wealth leisurely, but for him, there was nothing more pleasurable than counting the treasures in his treasure house.
He pushed open the heavy warehouse door, and a damp, musty smell hit his nostrils, but this did not dampen his interest at all.
The warehouse is brightly lit, illuminating a dazzling array of rare treasures.
The first floor is stacked with rare ores from all over the country, each piece shimmering with an alluring luster.
On the second floor, there are various antique calligraphy and paintings, each of which is priceless.
The third floor is his most cherished secret treasure house, which contains peerless treasures that only he knows.
He climbed up to the third floor with ease, took out a shining golden key from his arms, and carefully opened the door to the treasure house.
Suddenly, golden light overflowed, and the jewels almost blinded his eyes.
He greedily glanced at the treasure in front of him, and a smile of satisfaction could not help but appear on his lips.
There were crystal clear luminous pearls, ingenious jade carvings, and priceless antique weapons. He couldn't put it down every one of them.
He carefully picked up a luminous pearl and held it in front of his eyes for a closer look.
This luminous pearl is the size of a fist, crystal clear, and exudes soft light.
He gently stroked Ye Mingzhu, as if stroking his lover.
"It's so wonderful!" he couldn't help but sigh.
For him, these treasures are not only a symbol of wealth, but also a symbol of his power and the meaning of his life. (End of chapter)