Chapter 524: Astonishing All, the Chief Talisman Master
Chapter 524: Astonishing All, the Chief Talisman Master
When everyone saw the Spirit Jade appear in Lu Qing’s hand, they all fell silent.
Indeed, just as Lu Qing had said.
If he could refine another Thunderclap Talisman right before their eyes, there would be no better proof.
Master Qiu was taken aback.
He hadn’t expected Lu Qing to dare refine a Thunderclap Talisman in front of everyone.
After all, talisman masters were generally very wary of others interfering when they refined talismans.
So they usually did it in a quiet room.
Apart from the fear of their unique techniques being stolen, there was also the fact that even a small talisman contained numerous runes. A slight mistake in engraving could cause the runes to explode, rendering all previous efforts futile.
Only those who were extremely confident in their talisman-making skills, having reached a state of perfect control, would dare to refine talismans in front of others.
Lu Qing’s boldness showed his confidence.
Could it be that the Thunderclap Talisman was really refined by this young man?
Master Qiu’s heart began to feel uneasy.
But he had no choice and could only pray that Lu Qing would fail in his refinement.
That way, he would still have a chance to challenge him.
Master Qiu’s thoughts raced, but the next moment, he was stunned, his mouth agape in disbelief.
Lu Qing took out the Spirit Jade and gently tossed it into the air.
With his focused mind, the Spirit Jade floated steadily in front of him.
Then his ten fingers moved swiftly, tracing out runes in the air, which flew into the Spirit Jade like birds returning to the forest.
"This is... Void Sketching! And he’s doing it so effortlessly!"
Master Wang was shocked, muttering to himself.
Master Zhao was equally dumbfounded.
The Lady of Jewel House felt a slight stir in her heart.
She wasn’t well-versed in the art of talismans.
But seeing her appraisers, all of whom were masters, being stunned by Lu Qing’s skill, she had a strange feeling that perhaps this young Core Formation Realm cultivator was telling the truth.
Lu Qing’s efficiency in refining talismans was always high.
Having perfected his control over his power, he never made mistakes when refining talismans.
Moreover, he had refined Thunderclap Talismans many times before.
So in less than half an hour, with the final rune merging into the Spirit Jade, a streak of lightning flashed, its powerful thunderous energy flaring up and then subsiding.
Lu Qing gently caught the Thunderclap Talisman.
Looking at the Lady of Jewel House and the others, he smiled. "I have completed the refinement. Who among you would like to inspect it and verify if it is a genuine Thunderclap Talisman?"
"So quickly?!"
Everyone was astonished again.
If they remembered correctly, the Thunderclap Talisman was a Golden Core-level talisman.
From the start of Lu Qing’s refinement to now, it hadn’t even been half an hour, and he had already completed it?
In the silence, Master Wang finally stepped forward. "Let me take a look."
Taking the talisman from Lu Qing, Master Wang’s hand trembled slightly.
Upon contact, he could already sense the astonishing power contained within the Thunderclap Talisman.
Based on his understanding of the Thunderclap Talisman, there was no doubt that this was a genuine Golden Core-level talisman!
However, adhering to his professional standards, he thoroughly examined the talisman before nodding to the Lady of Jewel House. "Lady, this is indeed a Golden Core-level Thunderclap Talisman, perfect and flawless."
The Jewel House Lady's heart skipped a beat, but her expression remained calm.
She turned her head and said, "Master Qiu, why don't you appraise it as well?"
Master Qiu was taken aback, but before he could respond, Master Wang had already tossed the Thunderclap Talisman to him.
"Master Qiu, you might as well appraise it too, so you can't later claim that I colluded with outsiders to deceive the Lady of the Jewel House."
Seeing the Thunderclap Talisman flying toward him, Master Qiu had no choice but to catch it, although his face was grim as he began his appraisal.
His expression grew even more somber.
Even with his appraisal skills, he found no flaws in the Thunderclap Talisman in his hand.
The arrangement of the runes and arrays was even more perfect than the one Lu Qing had previously sold to the Jewel House.
"It seems that Master Qiu is truly convinced."
Noticing Master Qiu's expression, the Jewel House Lady understood immediately.
She turned around and bowed gracefully to Lu Qing.
"I never expected that Daoist Lu would be the master who crafted such a superb Thunderclap Talisman. I apologize for any disrespect shown earlier."
"Your kindness is greatly appreciated, Lady. I should have explained myself earlier, which led to this misunderstanding. As for the title of master, I am far from deserving it", Lu Qing said with a smile.
"Daoist Lu, you are too modest. Just the skill you displayed in sketching runes in the void, capable of crafting a Golden Core-level talisman with ease, is enough to earn you the title of master. Even a couple of talisman masters I've had the privilege to meet in the past might not have been able to do the same."
Master Wang spoke with deep respect, still in awe.
A talisman master's skill often correlates with their cultivation realm.
Generally, a master talismanist would need to be at least in the later stages of the Golden Core realm, typically having undergone at least seven transformations of the Golden Core, to achieve such a status.
Many powerful talismans require significant cultivation and divine soul strength to craft.
Yet, Lu Qing, who was currently only at the Third Stage of the Golden Core, already demonstrated skills on par with average master talismanists.
If he were to refine his Golden Core and advance to a higher realm in the future, how much more proficient would his talisman-making skills become?
Master Wang could hardly fathom it.
"Daoist Lu, I have a request, and I hope you will consider it", the Jewel House Lady said suddenly.
Lu Qing's heart skipped a beat, sensing that the main event was about to unfold.
From the moment Master Wang and the others approached him to the Jewel House Lady's attitude, he had already sensed that the Jewel House's intentions might differ from what he had anticipated.
However, he maintained a calm expression. "I am merely a Core Formation Realm cultivator. How could I possibly be of any help to the Lady?"
"The Jewel House would like to invite Daoist Lu to serve as our Chief Talisman Master. What do you think of that?" the Jewel House Lady said solemnly.
"Um, what?"
Lu Qing was taken aback.
He had considered several possible requests from the Jewel House Lady, but this one had never crossed his mind.
After a moment of shock, Lu Qing regained his composure.
"Surely you jest, Lady. The Jewel House is a place of great depth and talent. What merit do I have to serve as your Chief Talisman Master?"
"Daoist Lu, do you think I am joking?" the Jewel House Lady said. "I am serious, and I hope you will consider joining our Jewel House."
Seeing the earnestness on the Jewel House Lady's face, Lu Qing fell silent, his thoughts racing.
(End of Chapter)
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