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Chapter 56: Purchasing a Battle Sword
Chapter 56: Purchasing a Battle Sword
Upon sensing the faint aura of Qi and blood emanating from Lu Qing's body, Magu's heart was filled with shock and awe.
The last time he had seen Lu Qing at the grand gathering, he was just a thin and frail young man with a sickly complexion, showing no signs of martial arts training.
But now, upon meeting him again, Lu Qing had already become a warrior in the Qi and Blood realm!
How much time had passed since then? Not even a month, right?
In less than a month, he had transformed from a young man with no martial arts training to a warrior in the Qi and Blood realm. How was that possible?
Magu's concept of cultivation was greatly shaken. He was astounded by Lu Qing's rapid progress.
The last time Lu Qing had come to the grand gathering, there had been no indication that he had ever practiced martial arts. As a warrior in the Sinew and Bone realm himself, Magu could confirm this.
However, it was precisely because of this that his astonishment was all the more intense. He couldn't fathom how Lu Qing had managed to transform from a frail youth to a true warrior in less than a month.
Recalling his own journey, Magu had formally started his martial arts training at the age of thirteen. It had taken him a full five years before he barely entered the Qi and Blood realm at the age of eighteen.
And even then, he had only achieved this with the support of his family.
Among his clan, he was already considered to have a fairly good cultivation speed. He had even received praises from the clan elders, who commended him for his diligent training and rapid progress.
Magu had once felt proud of his accomplishments. After all, being from a branch family, he had access to fewer cultivation resources compared to the main family.
To become a warrior by the age of eighteen was a testament to his talent in cultivation.
However, now Magu realized that the cultivation speed he had always been proud of within his clan was utterly eclipsed by Lu Qing.
In less than a month, Lu Qing had gone from knowing nothing about cultivation to entering the Qi and Blood realm.
Such a cultivation speed would likely surpass even the city's most renowned martial arts prodigies, those carefully nurtured by the major families and touted as having the potential to become Grandmasters.
Magu was so astonished by Lu Qing's transformation that he stood there, momentarily stunned.
Lu Qing, seeing his dumbfounded expression, asked, "Is something the matter, Uncle Ma?"
Magu snapped out of his daze and managed to calm himself, offering a forced smile. "It's nothing. I'm just a little surprised by your progress, Young Master Lu, since we last met."
"Oh, recently, I've been cultivating my body and mind with my master, and after a long time, I've made some progress. Please don't laugh at me, Uncle Ma," Lu Qing replied humbly.
However, his words left Magu speechless.
If this was considered "some progress" for Lu Qing, then what would one call Magu's own journey, having taken him twenty years to barely reach the Sinew and Bone realm?
Nevertheless, a thought occurred to him. Lu Qing's master was that enigmatic Elder Chen, the physician who was revered as a divine doctor.
Even the county lord himself had praised this elderly doctor. Perhaps Lu Qing's rapid advancement had something to do with him.
As these thoughts raced through Magu's mind, he maintained a smile on his face.
"Young Master Lu is too humble. To achieve the Qi and Blood realm at such a young age, your talent for cultivation is indeed extraordinary, even by the standards of the city," Magu said.
"It seems like you know a lot about the city, Uncle Ma," Lu Qing said curiously.
Lu Qing was not surprised that Magu had noticed his advancement to the Qi and Blood realm. A cultivated warrior's Qi and blood would be vibrant and vigorous.
Chapter 56: Purchasing a Battle Sword
"Unless one has cultivated a special disguise technique or achieved an extremely high level of control over their qi, blood, and spirit, it is difficult for a martial artist to conceal their identity."
Magu replied vaguely, "I wouldn't say I know it very well, I just lived there for a few years."
"I see," Lu Qing nodded.
He didn't press further, even though he wondered why Magu would choose to stay in this small town if he had lived in the city.
"Since Uncle Ma has lived in the city, you must be well-versed in the ways of the world. I have a dilemma that I'm hoping you can provide some guidance on."
Magu's spirits lifted. He had been worrying about how to build a closer relationship with Lu Qing, and now the opportunity had presented itself so soon.
"What troubles you, Young Master Lu?"
"I want to buy a battle sword, but I couldn't find any in the marketplace. Do you happen to know where I can purchase one, Uncle Ma?"
"You want to buy a battle sword?" Magu was taken aback.
"Indeed. Lately, I've taken an interest in swordsmanship, but I don't have a suitable sword. That's why I want to buy one," Lu Qing explained.
Since Magu had already guessed his identity as a martial artist, Lu Qing saw no point in beating around the bush and directly stated his purpose.
Magu didn't find Lu Qing's request odd.
In his opinion, it was only natural for a martial artist to want to choose a suitable weapon.
"A battle sword..." Magu pondered for a moment, "You'll likely only find good-quality battle swords in the city. There are a few shops there with excellent reputations."
"Are battle swords only sold in the city?" Lu Qing asked hesitantly.
"Of course," Magu replied. "Most skilled blacksmiths tend to gather in the city. While there are blacksmiths in rural areas, they mostly forge crude farming tools. Crafting a battle sword requires a high level of technical skill, which they lack."
Noticing Lu Qing's hesitation, Magu's curiosity was piqued.
He asked, "Have you never been to the city before?"
Lu Qing sighed, "To be honest, I haven't been to the city, and my master has expressly forbidden me from going there before I complete my training."
The old doctor hadn't actually given such an instruction, but that didn't stop Lu Qing from using his master's authority to deflect Magu's inquiries.
"It's difficult to go against your master's wishes," Magu expressed his understanding.
He noticed the reluctant expression on Lu Qing's face and knew the time was right.
Feigning hesitation, Magu said, "In that case, if you trust me, Young Master Lu, I could help you purchase a battle sword from the city. What do you say?"
"Really?" Lu Qing's eyes lit up, but then he hesitated again. "But wouldn't that be too much trouble for you?"
Seeing the mixture of longing and hesitation on Lu Qing's face, Magu found it amusing.
The young man was an open book, unable to hide his thoughts.
"It's no trouble at all," Magu smiled. "I get along well with you, Young Master Lu, and it's just a small favor. I'm happy to help."
Lu Qing's face struggled with indecision for a moment.
Finally, as if he had made a firm decision, he said, "Then I'll have to trouble you, Uncle Ma."
Success!
Magu was delighted.
He suppressed the smile tugging at his lips and asked with concern, "What kind of battle sword are you looking for, Young Master Lu?"
(End of Chapter)
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