From a loser to an immortal sage

Chapter 97 The Fusion Success Shines Brightly

A powerful force surged from my body. I felt the previously depleted spiritual energy in my dantian gush forth like a spring, filling my limbs and bones. This power was warm and strong, rapidly repairing my body damaged by overexertion. A surge of joy filled me—could it be a breakthrough?

Without time to think, I quickly guided this newfound power, carefully infusing it into the magical artifacts that were about to merge. The artifacts emitted a buzzing resonance, their light growing brighter and brighter, intertwining together like a dazzling star.

Master Yan also tensed up, his eyes fixed on Xiao Yao and the merging magical artifact—this was the moment to witness a miracle. He held his breath, his hands clenching unconsciously, afraid of making the slightest sound to disturb me. I could feel his tension and his expectant gaze.

The air around me seemed to freeze, and everyone's eyes were fixed on me. I could feel Leng Shuang's jealous gaze, Pavilion Master Lu's probing eyes, and Madam Qin's encouraging smile. I took a deep breath, banishing all distracting thoughts, and focused entirely on controlling the final step of the fusion.

The fusion process went even more smoothly than I had imagined. The infusion of new spiritual energy acted like a lubricant, making the initially somewhat sluggish fusion process incredibly smooth. The light from the several magical artifacts gradually merged together, eventually forming a dazzling white light.

The white light grew brighter and brighter, illuminating the entire forging room as if it were daytime. I felt my body light as a feather, as if I were about to ascend to heaven. I knew I had succeeded!

The white light gradually faded, and a brand-new magical artifact appeared before me. It radiated a soft glow, its design exquisite, and its spiritual energy captivating. I reached out and gently stroked its smooth surface, my heart filled with joy and a sense of accomplishment.

"It's done!" Master Yan exclaimed excitedly, his voice trembling slightly.

Madam Qin also smiled with satisfaction and nodded approvingly.

I slowly opened my eyes, feeling the abundant spiritual energy within my body, and a slight smile involuntarily appeared on my lips. This was not merely the fusion of magical artifacts, but also an enhancement of my strength, a significant step I had taken on my path of cultivation.

Pavilion Master Lu walked up to me, carefully examining the magical artifact in my hand, a greedy glint in his eyes. "Xiao Yao, this magical artifact..."

I took a wary step back, gripping the magic weapon tightly in my hand. I knew exactly what kind of person Pavilion Master Lu was. Although he appeared kind on the surface, he was actually a ruthless businessman who only cared about profit. I didn't believe he would congratulate me out of kindness.

“Sect Master Lu, this magic weapon was painstakingly crafted by me, and I cannot lend it out,” I said firmly.

The smile on Pavilion Master Lu's face froze for a moment, then returned to normal. "Xiao Yao, you've misunderstood. I just wanted to..."

Before he could finish speaking, he heard a cold snort.

"Sect Master Lu, you should mind your own business first." A cold voice came from the doorway...

I looked in the direction of the sound and saw Old Monster Mo standing at the door, staring grimly at the magical artifact in my hand. Behind him were several men in black, each exuding a chilling aura; they were clearly not to be trifled with. My heart skipped a beat, and I immediately became alert. Why was this old guy here? Was he after me?

Old Mo chuckled sinisterly and said, "Xiao Yao, I didn't expect you to actually succeed. But do you think this is the end? Let me tell you, this is just the beginning!"

His words sent a chill down my spine, and a sense of foreboding washed over me. What on earth was this old man up to?

Seeing this, Pavilion Master Lu's eyes darted around a few times, then he coughed and said, "Old Monster Mo, what do you mean by this? Xiao Yao is a disciple of the Weapon Refining Valley, you..."

"So what if they're disciples of the Refining Valley?" Old Monster Mo sneered disdainfully. "I'm here today to take this magic weapon away! Anyone who dares to stop me, don't blame me for being impolite!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the men in black behind him drew their weapons in unison, and a chilling aura instantly filled the air.

I gripped the magical artifact tightly, my mind racing as I considered my options. This old monster Mo's strength was unfathomable; a direct confrontation was no match for him. I needed to find a way to buy time and wait for reinforcements.

Just then, Leng Shuang suddenly stepped forward and said sarcastically, "Xiao Yao, you'd better hand over the magic weapon obediently. Old Monster Mo is not someone to be trifled with; you can't defeat him."

I gave her a cold glance and didn't say anything. This woman, she really knows how to bring up the most sensitive topics. What kind of time is this, and she still wants to kick someone when they're down!

Master Yan walked up to me, blocking Old Monster Mo's view, and said in a deep voice, "Old Monster Mo, are you trying to make an enemy of my Weapon Refining Valley?"

"So what if we become enemies?" Old Monster Mo said nonchalantly, "There's nothing I can't get if I want it!"

As he spoke, he tried to snatch the magical artifact from my hand. Master Yan naturally wouldn't let him succeed, and the two instantly clashed, fighting fiercely to a standstill.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, I quietly stored the magic weapon in my storage bag. This magic weapon is of great significance to me, and I absolutely cannot let it fall into the hands of Old Monster Mo!

Pavilion Master Lu watched coldly from the sidelines, seemingly having no intention of intervening. He crossed his arms, a strange smile playing on his lips, as if all of this was within his expectations.

I was secretly anxious. Although Master Yan was powerful, he was getting old and probably no match for Old Monster Mo. I had to find a way to escape quickly.

Just as I was getting anxious, I suddenly sensed a powerful aura coming from outside the door. This aura… was so familiar and warm…

A surge of joy welled up within me. Could it be...?

Madam Qin slowly walked into the weapon-refining room. Her gaze fell on me, filled with worry and concern.

"Yao'er, are you okay?"

Before she could finish speaking, her gaze swept across the entire room, finally settling on Pavilion Master Lu's ambiguous smile. She narrowed her eyes slightly, her tone suddenly turning cold: "Pavilion Master Lu, how dare you!"

Madam Qin's appearance was like a ray of dawn piercing the tense atmosphere of the weapon-refining room. She exuded a powerful aura, causing everyone present to tremble, even the arrogant Old Monster Mo instinctively took a step back. Pavilion Master Lu's smile froze, a flicker of panic crossing his eyes.

"Madam Qin, what brings you here?" he asked, trying to sound calm, but his voice trembled slightly.

Madam Qin ignored him and walked straight to me. She carefully examined me and, seeing that I was unharmed, breathed a sigh of relief. "Yao'er, are you alright?" she asked with concern, her voice filled with worry.

I shook my head, forcing a smile. "I'm fine, Madam Qin." Although I appeared nonchalant, my heart was in turmoil. Madam Qin's appearance was like a shot in the arm, finally putting my mind at ease.

Madam Qin's gaze swept across the entire room, finally settling on Pavilion Master Lu's ambiguous smile. She narrowed her eyes slightly, her tone suddenly turning cold: "Pavilion Master Lu, how dare you! You actually dare to collude with outsiders, attempting to break the rules of the Weapon Refining Valley!"

Pavilion Master Lu's expression changed, and he hurriedly explained, "Madam Qin, you've misunderstood! I..."

"Misunderstanding?" Madam Qin sneered. "Do you think I don't know what you're up to? Do you think you can fool everyone?"

Cold sweat beaded on Pavilion Master Lu's forehead. He knew that all his schemes and tricks had been seen through by Madam Qin. He opened his mouth, wanting to explain, but found himself unable to utter a single word.

Old Mo was stomping his feet in anger. His sabotage plan had completely failed, and he could only watch helplessly as I succeeded. He glared at me fiercely, his eyes filled with resentment and bitterness.

"Xiao Yao, you just wait! I won't let you get away with this!" he said through gritted teeth, then turned and left, with the man in black following closely behind.

As Old Monster Mo left, the tense atmosphere in the weapon-refining room gradually dissipated. Master Yan walked up to me, patted my shoulder, and said with satisfaction, "Yao'er, you did very well!"

I smiled, my heart filled with joy and a sense of accomplishment. I knew I had successfully overcome numerous difficulties and completed this important integration.

Madam Qin stood up excitedly, her eyes filled with pride and joy. "Yao'er, you are amazing! I am so proud of you!"

I looked at Madam Qin, my heart filled with gratitude. I knew that without her support and encouragement, I might have given up long ago.

I took a deep breath and channeled my last bit of spiritual energy into the magical artifact. With a flash of dazzling light, the artifacts successfully fused together, radiating a brilliant light that illuminated the entire crafting room. At the same time, I felt a strange power surge into my body; my senses became even sharper, as if I could perceive everything in the world…

I looked at the magical artifact in my hand, and a strong premonition suddenly welled up in my heart... This was just the beginning.

"What...what is this feeling?" I murmured to myself.

The dazzling light gradually faded, and the magical artifact in my hand emitted a warm glow, like a beating heart, resonating with me in a wondrous way. This was not merely a simple fusion; I felt it connected to my very being, and could even sense the pure and boundless spiritual energy flowing within it.

"What...what is this feeling?" I murmured to myself, my fingertips lightly tracing the smooth surface of the magic weapon. A warm current flowed from my fingertips into my meridians, and an unprecedented sense of clarity swept over me. I could clearly perceive every line and every tiny array on the magic weapon, and I could even "hear" its low chanting, telling ancient secrets.

Master Yan walked to my side, his eyes full of satisfaction: "Yao'er, you have succeeded! This magic weapon is now connected with your mind, and it will become your most powerful weapon."

I looked up and met Master Yan's kind gaze, a warm feeling welling up in my heart. "Thank you, Master Yan, I couldn't have done it without your guidance."

Madam Qin also came over, her pride evident in her eyes: "Yao'er, you are truly the pride of the Refining Valley! You will definitely shine brightly in this secret realm treasure hunt!"

The secret realm treasure hunt… My heart sank slightly. While the fusion with this magical artifact greatly increased my strength, I knew the secret realm was fraught with danger, teeming with powerful experts. My improvement was merely a drop in the ocean. Leng Shuang, and that escaped Old Monster Mo, they certainly wouldn't let this go easily.

I took a deep breath, suppressing my joy and worry, and tried my best to remain calm. "Madam Qin, I will do my best."

Madam Qin patted my shoulder and said earnestly, "Yao'er, don't put too much pressure on yourself. Just do your best. Remember, safety comes first."

I nodded, my gaze returning to the magical artifact in my hand. This artifact, named "Star River," was formed by the fusion of three broken artifacts with different attributes. The fused "Star River" not only possessed the powerful strength of all three attributes, but more importantly, it could switch attributes at any time according to my needs, making it both offensive and defensive, and incredibly powerful.

I closed my eyes and tried to mobilize the power of "Star River". With a thought, a chilling aura instantly spread out, freezing the surrounding air into ice crystals; with another thought, the chilling aura disappeared, replaced by a raging fire, the intense heat seemingly about to burn everything to ashes; finally, I merged the two powers together, forming a strange balance, and a powerful force surged within me, as if about to burst forth.

I opened my eyes, a glint of light flashing within them. The power of "Star River" was far greater than I had imagined!

"It seems I'm not without a fighting chance this time in the secret realm treasure hunt." I muttered to myself, gripping the "Star River" tightly in my hand, feeling the warmth emanating from it, a sense of confidence gradually rising within me. But... what exactly is this newly acquired sensory ability? I seem to be able to sense... the presence of other magical treasures?

I glanced at some broken magical artifacts piled up in the corner of the weapon-refining room. They lay there quietly, inconspicuous. Yet, I could clearly sense the faint aura emanating from them, and... the secrets they contained within.

I walked towards the pile of broken magical artifacts...