After a long and arduous journey, Su Yao and Lin Chen finally set foot in the Haoyue Kingdom, the second most powerful nation on the continent. As soon as they entered, they were deeply captivated by the sights before them. In the city, magnificent buildings soared into the clouds, and the bustling streets were filled with a constant stream of busy figures. Most striking of all were the exquisite forged items visible everywhere. Whether weapons or accessories, they radiated a breathtaking glow, showcasing the peerless craftsmanship of the Haoyue Kingdom.
Lin Chen, a Level 7 Blacksmith harboring grand blacksmithing dreams, walked into the most prestigious blacksmithing academy in the Haoyue Kingdom with high expectations. This academy resembled a palace of forging arts, gathering elite blacksmiths from all over and housing countless precious forging treatises and rare materials.
In the academy's classrooms, Lin Chen always sat in the front row, his eyes fixed intently on the instructor, fearing he might miss a single detail. The instructor was a highly respected Level 9 Grandmaster Blacksmith. His explanations were profound yet accessible, effortlessly weaving complex forging knowledge together. "The art of forging is the fusion of heart and strength, the dance of fire and material." Every word the instructor spoke sounded like precious metal and stone, striking deep into Lin Chen's soul.
Chapter 101