Steady Cultivation: Starting With the Perk “Work Hard, Rest Hard” Chapter 602: Su Yuan Takes Action, Revealing His Skill

"Let us toast together!"

Master Chongxiao hoisted his wine goblet high.

In unison, the others also raised their cups.

Together, they savored the exquisite wine.

As Su Yuan partook in the wine, a colossal torrent of Chaos Origin energy surged forth, yet it was effortlessly assimilated and refined by him. More significantly, this particular wine was imbued with an immense quantity of artifact refining experience and profound insights into Chaos True Intent!

For a fleeting moment, Su Yuan became engrossed, activating his [Balancing Work and Rest] ability to perpetually absorb the vast wisdom concealed within the wine.

Upon internalizing the revelations from this fine vintage, Su Yuan perceived a definite enhancement in his artifact refining prowess. He had not only mastered, with perfect execution, all ten of Master Chongxiao's refining techniques but had also introduced novel concepts, forging his own distinctive understanding.

Regarding the Chaos True Intent, while some insights were present, a considerable portion was redundant for Su Yuan. He absorbed a portion, but not the entirety.

When his eyes opened, he observed that the other individuals partaking in the drink had not acquired comparable insights. They had solely absorbed the Chaos Origin energy present in the Divine Source Wine.

"Hmm, it appears I am the sole recipient of additional benefits. Could this be attributed to my [Dominator of Artifacts] and [Dominator of Will] traits?" Su Yuan pondered this possibility.

While others regarded the Divine Source Wine merely as a cultivation elixir, he treated it as a vessel for enlightenment. The disparity in their gains was as dramatic as night and day.

Master Youhe emerged from his deep contemplation and declared with admiration, "Exquisite wine!"

This commendation was directed not only at the superb flavor of the wine but also at Master Chongxiao's masterful refining skill!

Chongxiao offered a subtle smile, serenely basking in the praise. The refining session had indeed proceeded with remarkable smoothness, showcasing an unusually elevated performance.

Half of the wine's total volume remained within the Divine Source Well.

Master Youhe carefully collected this remaining liquid into a wine pot procured from the tavern and presented it to Master Chongxiao.

Master Chongxiao conveyed his gratitude and happily accepted the wine pot. He understood this was one of the perks for the performer of the demonstration.

Another significant advantage was the amplification of one's reputation.

"Excellent. Master Chongxiao has established a commendable precedent. Is there anyone else who wishes to step forward and attempt refining?"

Master Youhe's gaze traversed across the various Cloud Beds, settling briefly upon the Green Forest Recluse.

However, before Master Youhe could formally extend an invitation to the Green Forest Recluse, a voice resonated through the hall.

"This humble Daoist is willing to undertake the attempt!"

Master Youhe momentarily paused, his attention sharply focusing on Su Yuan.

The assembled company also turned towards Su Yuan, their expressions tinged with surprise.

The Green Forest Recluse knitted his brows. Could it be that the Seven Stars individual had discerned his presence as the hidden orchestrator?

Su Yuan rose with a buoyant smile, clasping his hands in a gesture of respect towards all present. "I harbor a profound curiosity regarding the Divine Source Well. Having been fortunate enough to witness its workings today, I desire to sample the Divine Source Wine I myself brew. Might I request the opportunity from all of you!"

Master Youhe let out a hearty laugh. "Ah, it is our new associate, Master Seven Stars. By tradition, every newly admitted artificer is required to perform a refining demonstration before the Divine Source Well, allowing everyone to gauge the newcomer's skill level. Since you wish to proceed first, the honor of taking the stage in the second round shall be yours!"

Su Yuan bowed his hands to the four directions once more. "Seven Stars shall not disappoint!"

Taking a single stride, Su Yuan positioned himself on the opposite side of the Divine Source Well.

Su Yuan settled himself in a cross-legged posture before the furnace, then abruptly lifted his gaze towards the Green Forest Recluse, offering a faint smile.

The Green Forest Recluse appeared startled. He glanced around; Master Youhe was positioned adjacent to him, yet he distinctly perceived that Su Yuan's smile was directed towards him.

Su Yuan's [Mental Echo] had long ago captured the Green Forest Recluse's innermost thoughts.

Initially, Su Yuan had not paid close attention and was unaware of anyone harboring intentions towards him. However, upon entering the tavern, the mental currents of everyone present could no longer evade his [Mental Echo]!

Consequently, he instantly identified nine individuals within the crowd, with the most formidable presence belonging precisely to the Green Forest Recluse.

"You harbor intentions regarding my method for batch-refining standard equipment. With that in mind, if I were to directly showcase overwhelmingly potent artifact refining capabilities, how would you react?"

Su Yuan mused internally, then raised his hand towards the surrounding assembly.

Fourteen distinct types of materials soared towards Su Yuan.

This particular action evoked a sense of familiarity in everyone present.

"Huh? How does this Master Seven Stars artificer intend to refine? Why does it seem somewhat familiar?"

"I heard that at the entrance, he effortlessly repaired a damaged ten-tier Dominator Artifact. His strength is at least at the fourteen or fifteen-tier level. This newly ascended master's strength is definitely not weak, already ranking in the middle tier within Black Flame City!"

"I think the newcomer's strength is nothing special. Otherwise, why haven't I heard of the name Seven Stars before?"

"Let's watch and see."

As Su Yuan began to smelt the fourteen materials, condensing them into a stable, new composite material, he started to inscribe a complete Chaos Dao Pattern onto it.

Master Chongxiao had originally been watching with a full smile, but seeing this familiar technique, the smile on his face gradually faded, replaced by a serious expression.

The other artifact refining masters also grew solemn. The previously chatting crowd quieted down, watching Su Yuan's refining process attentively.

Under everyone's gaze, Su Yuan completely and perfectly refined the first Chaos Secret Pattern, and its intensity reached the fourteen-tier level!

The first Chaos Secret Pattern had reached fourteen-tier!

If he were to solidify the form now, it would already be a fine Chaos Dominator Artifact, and it had only taken just over ninety thousand years in total.

Su Yuan remained calm and composed. With another wave of his hand, thirteen more materials fell into the furnace to be smelted.

This scene confirmed the guesses of many, especially Master Chongxiao, who stared intently at every detail of Su Yuan's refinement.

Under Su Yuan's control, the second batch of smelted material perfectly encased the core layer of the first batch.

The two fused together in a near-perfect manner, causing Master Chongxiao's eyes to gleam with brilliance.

And Su Yuan inscribed a second complete Chaos Secret Pattern, causing the power of the Chaos Dominator Artifact embryo to rise to the fifteen-tier!

Many people gradually began to show expressions of shock.

"Could it be..."

"It can't be!"

"If this succeeds, then..."

Many swallowed their saliva, an emotion of disbelief rising in their hearts.

Yet, Su Yuan truly, before everyone's eyes, smelted layer after layer of Chaos Secret Patterns!

When the final, fourteenth Secret Pattern enveloped the entire Chaos Dominator Artifact, causing the fourteen-layer structure to be mutually interlinked, forming a fourteen-dimensional structure with its own internal Chaos, this Chaos Dominator Artifact was also shaped into the form of a long spear.

"Fourteen-Layer Soul-Severing Spear!"

Su Yuan softly uttered the name, breaking the silence in the hall.