Bai Luo nodded and said with a smile: "Don’t worry, this is really just a token of appreciation — our Weichen Peak is not as rich as the alchemy sect, but we still earn a decent amount."
The others didn’t know exactly how much was inside the Great Void Magical Instrument, thinking it was about as precious as the Pill Furnace Mou Yunying had given, so they didn’t pay much attention. But An Jing knew the difference between them, like a valuable ornament at home versus a whole house furnished with such ornaments.
"Brothers and sisters, you are truly generous."
After receiving so many grand gifts, An Jing couldn’t just stand by without giving anything in return. In the hall, he clasped his hands towards the other true transmissions: "I don’t have much wealth, but the martial arts I possess are quite good, and I have many insights into divine skills and martial arts to share."
"Besides, I’m also adept at artifact refining, especially in producing metal and composite attribute Storage Spirit Magical Artifacts. For example, this Spirit Qi Furnace..."
An Jing took out the Spirit Qi Furnace he had modified using the Dragon Storing Bottle technology from his Storage Magical Artifact and handed it to each of the true transmissions respectively. This special instrument, equating to a second dantian, immediately astonished everyone, garnering admiration for its clever design: "Wonderful! An brother, this is truly wonderful!"
"In daily cultivation, you can fill it with Spirit Qi, and in battle, you can use it to restore Spirit Qi! Its endurance capability can be greatly increased!"
"I was wondering how An brother could fight for such a long time. So this is the power of the Soldier Master—not just cultivation talent but also such refining talent!"
Especially Luo Qinghui, who nodded repeatedly: "This kind of Spirit Storing power is really similar to some of my cultivation methods. An brother, we can discuss technical matters in the future!"
But Mi Xinghan was more interested in another promise of An Jing’s: "This Spirit Qi Furnace is indeed a top-tier magic artifact with a lot of potential. If it can be upgraded to a magic treasure, even a Manifest Saint True Monarch could use it."
"But An brother, really? You’re willing to spar with us in divine skills and martial arts?"
"The True Inheritance Competition is approaching soon, which might reveal some of our trump cards."
An Jing said matter-of-factly: "Of course, in the end, it’s impossible for us martial artists to improve without fighting. We should practice more to better hone ourselves."
"As for secrets, we’re all fellow sect brothers and sisters, why mind this? If we can indeed find flaws, we’ll be better prepared for life-and-death battles with enemies outside!"
Mi Xinghan cheered and laughed heartily: "Since that’s the case, what are we waiting for? Why not start now?"
—He couldn’t wait any longer and wanted to start fighting right away!
"Hey, wait, why are you first!"
On the other side, Zuo Tiannan was displeased: "I wanted to be first! How come you decided that on your own?"
"Yes, yes, I’m the poorest, can’t I be first?" Luo Qinghui puffed his chest out, as if making a case for his poverty.
On the other side, Shi Liang and Mou Yunying were also eager to try but felt too embarrassed to say anything. Yue Yunhe, however, was not very interested. Instead, he studied the Spirit Qi Furnace, which drew from the Dragon Storing Bottle technology, and muttered to himself: "The Demon Core method... This uses the True Spirit Demon Core method!"
Regarding everyone’s eagerness to go first, An Jing waved his hand: "Mi brother, the one-on-one battles are for everyone present. Honestly, we can fight at any time. No one will be left out. As for the order, normally I’d say anyone can go first, or we could draw lots."
"But now, I have a better proposal."
Saying this, he led the array of true transmissions to the mountainside, overlooking the surroundings of Mingguang Peak. He then activated the Subdue Evil Detecting Magic Formation. In an instant, demonic qi soared around Mingguang Peak, making everyone gasp.
"This might be due to the recently established peak or the residual poison of the Frost Calamity. Around Mingguang Peak, there are demons lurking everywhere."
Revealing his true purpose, An Jing laughed openly: "After all, we are true transmissions, destined to lead a peak or a hall. Individual prowess is necessary, but it’s not enough just to excel in solo fights."
"Behold, these thousands of demonized tree-men, aren’t they perfect targets? I have a proposal: each of us brings the disciples from our own peak. We each display our methods, bolster and command, and see who can eliminate the most demons?"
"The side that destroys the most demons will earn the privilege to spar with me first. Of course, if you want to exchange other knowledge, I’m happy to accompany you!"
The Heavenly Demon, who had been eavesdropping all along: "Hmm?"
What’s going on? Why has the fire suddenly turned on us?!
Hearing An Jing’s words, everyone’s eyes lit up, and they had an understanding in their hearts.
This An brother, it seems unmatched martial force is not enough for him... Cooperation among the Eight Peaks to cleanse the Heavenly Demons? His ambition is larger, wanting to prove the Soldier Master is also a Military Master, excellent in command as well as in combat.
Coordinating the Eight Peaks’ cooperation, starting with the young generation? He wants to lead and command the young generation of Bright Mirror Peak?
Good! An ambition vast enough, we shall oblige!
However, An Jing actually did not think so deeply about this.
"Ha, finally, laborers are going into the factory."