"Senior Sister?"
"Would you like some tea? Please forgive me for the poor hospitality."
As he spoke, Dongfang Jue, the direct disciple, had just snapped out of his thoughts and his gaze fell on Su Muchan, who had undergone a tremendous change.
The aroma of tea fills the air, and one can vaguely sense the surrounding Taoist aura. Just smelling the fragrance makes one feel clear-headed, as if it has some magical effect.
Su Muchan wasn't there to drink tea. This kind of tea wasn't only for direct disciples. Su Cheng wasn't that stingy, and it wasn't anything unusual in Lingxian Palace.
"Senior sister, Mu Chan meant no harm, it's true."
"I know, I'm just surprised by your change." Dongfang Jue poured himself a cup, then sat down opposite her, gently twirling his teacup, resting his chin on his hand with a look of curiosity.
However, these words stunned Su Muchan for a moment. This was how it was when she interacted with Lord Gu Ai and Amber; a single sentence could be interpreted in countless ways.
Over time, it becomes a habit. Rather than answering, Su Muchan habitually thinks about the meaning behind the sentence and what Dongfang Jue wants to ask next.
The control of rhythm, the mastery of atmosphere, even the movements and eye contact are all very particular, and there are corresponding standards for sitting posture and distance from the other person.
However, Lord Gu Ai certainly wouldn't have time to teach her these things, but as a dungeon dweller in Su City, she was also quite adept at learning from others.
Through both verbal instruction and personal example, Su Muchan can be said to be quite gifted. However, looking at Lord Gu Ai, she doesn't need verbal instruction like Ye Qinghan; she can learn seven or eight tenths of the skills simply by secretly observing.
"Really? Are you overthinking it, sister?"
This was just a casual visit. Su Muchan knew that Dongfang Jue wouldn't refuse such a thing. The appearance of the Black Bloodstone meant the upgrading of immortal artifacts and that magical artifacts could, to a certain extent, substitute for cultivation and make up for the differences.
This means that even a child can, at the cost of their own life, grasp a weapon and make the opponent pay the price.
This is clearly beneficial in the face of the current disaster, as it means that more people can acquire the ability to fight the enemy apostles.
This is a ray of hope for the weak, but many things are relative.
For those who have long held high positions, this signifies danger, a signal of a power shift, and that their power is not insurmountable.
To put it more bluntly, it has shaken the rules. From the perspective of cultivators, this Black Blood Stone is clearly not a good thing.
When a Qi Refining cultivator's magic weapon, wielded with desperate force, can penetrate the protective barrier of a Foundation Establishment cultivator, the Foundation Establishment cultivator still has a greater advantage, even with their superior cultivation. Even though the Foundation Establishment cultivator is faster, has a stronger divine sense, and more powerful supernatural abilities, this unease is enough to keep him awake at night.
"What did Master say?"
"Senior sister, aren't you asking a question you already know the answer to? Without the guidance of Master and Lady Gu Ai, how could Mu Chan possibly master the method of refining this Black Blood Stone?"
Dongfang Jue pursed her lips, thinking to herself that she finally knew who Su Muchan resembled...
"Could it be that Master sent you to test Jue'er?"
"Why would you think that? It's because Mu Chan wanted to talk to Senior Sister Jue'er about this, but Master just hummed in response."
"Oh?" Dongfang Jue naturally knew that Su Muchan wouldn't lie to her, but she wasn't sure if Su Muchan had taken things out of context or omitted any key information.
Under the moonlight-like white light of the Ghostly Stone, the veins on the surface of the Black Bloodstone appeared as if they were truly filled with flowing blood, so lifelike.
Dongfang Jue looked at the Black Blood Stone, then at Su Muchan...
"I don't believe it. You wouldn't dare do such a thing without Master's permission. Are you testing me?"
After thinking it over and over, Dongfang Jue still felt it was impossible.
If it were her senior sister bringing the Black Blood Stone to her, she wouldn't think twice. She would simply do whatever her senior sister said and immediately arrange the action.
But Su Muchan didn't believe it. It was absolutely impossible for Su Muchan to come to her to discuss how to do it!
Even if Su Muchan were a fool, she would know that even if something happened, her master wouldn't do anything to her, but what would happen to Su Muchan herself was uncertain.
Therefore, Su Muchan's visit to her likely indicates that she already has a well-developed plan, and it must have been approved by either her master or Lord Gu Ai.
"Hehe, senior sister, Master said you can't ask questions~" Seeing that she couldn't hide it any longer, Su Muchan had no choice but to confess.
Upon hearing this, Dongfang Jue was stunned for a full half-incense stick's time. Couldn't he ask a question?
"Do you have a finished product? You come to Jue'er with just a stone. How is Jue'er supposed to respond? The people of the Southern Region are not like your demon race. We are not that crazy. All they want is to have enough to eat and to survive."
"Eh? Senior sister, what you said..." Although she didn't intend to lash out, Su Muchan frowned slightly upon hearing this. These words were unpleasant!
"I admit I misspoke. I didn't mean to discriminate against demons, but you know, we humans are not as good as you demons. You know what I mean."
"Hehe, even if Senior Sister discriminates against the Demon Clan, Mu Chan has nothing to say. However, Mu Chan's visit this time is indeed without malice."
As she spoke, Su Muchan lightly raised her jade hand, and a black jade pendant emerged from the groove in her bosom. In the blink of an eye, a golden light shot into the air.
The golden light transformed into two swords that appeared to be a mixture of black and white, with black blades, just like the god-slaying longswords used by the guards of the mansion!
However, most of the sword bodies are silver-white, with only the blade, or the sharpened part, being covered in black. From a distance, the longsword looks like a painting with its edges outlined!
"The Black Bloodstone is extremely rare in this world. It would be too extravagant to use pure Black Bloodstone to refine magical artifacts. However, I have made improvements based on the method provided by Lord Gu Ai. By adding a small amount of Black Bloodstone to the magical artifact, its strength can be increased to a certain extent."
"Although the strength is greatly reduced compared to magic weapons made from pure black bloodstone, it also has advantages. First, it allows low-level cultivators to use them, avoiding excessive consumption of spiritual energy. Second, it can alleviate the shortage of black bloodstone and distribute the power to more people as evenly as possible."
"However, I have also implemented other systems in the Demon Clan. I think you have heard about them recently. In the Demon Clan, the acquisition of Black Bloodstone, the refining techniques, the extraction methods, and the personnel who use it are all under my control."
Dongfang Jue nodded. She had indeed heard about these things over time. Su Muchan's methods were indeed very clever. This Black Blood Stone could be said to have further consolidated her position in the Demon Clan.
Although it is under control, it is not a prohibited item. Low-grade magic artifacts mixed with black bloodstone can still circulate, which does not have much impact on the established system of the cultivation world.
"Presumably, you received guidance from your master?"
"Of course. Lady Gu Ai told me to go find my master. She doesn't have time to play with me, so I have no choice but to bother my master."
"What did Master say?"
"Master said that Senior Sister is not allowed to ask questions~"
Dongfang Jue was really curious, because just by looking at Su Muchan's expression, he knew that this was a test from his master.
Even though she knew she wouldn't be punished even if she got zero points, she still didn't want to let her master down.
"Let me think..."
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