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Lu Fan continued his stay at the Weapon Forging Villa, dedicating himself to the study of spiritual weapon forging. These weapons were not ordinary; they were crafted to channel spiritual energy, making them essential for both Qi Cultivators and Innate Martial Artists.

For cultivators, spiritual weapons acted as conduits for their Qi, enhancing their attacks and techniques. For innate martial artists, these weapons helped refine and strengthen their Blood Qi, allowing them to fight beyond their natural limits. Lu Fan knew that mastering this craft would not only improve his strength but also provide him with valuable resources in the future.

The Path of a BlacksmithAt first, Lu Fan focused on forging Level 1 Low-Grade Spirit Weapons, the most basic tier of spiritual weapons. He worked tirelessly in the forge, learning the fundamentals of material refinement, spiritual inscription, and Qi infusion.

The process was complex. Unlike ordinary weapons, spiritual weapons required a delicate balance of energy and craftsmanship. Each step had to be precise—from selecting the right spiritual metal to shaping it at the perfect temperature.

Lu Fan spent weeks refining his skills, crafting weapon after weapon. Though many of his early attempts failed, he remained patient. He knew that forging was just like cultivation—steady effort leads to breakthroughs.

After numerous trials, he successfully created a Level 1 Mid-Grade Spirit Weapon. It was a significant milestone, proving he had advanced beyond a novice blacksmith. However, no matter how much he refined his technique, he found himself unable to break past this limit using conventional methods.

Harnessing the Power of Blood FlameDetermined to go further, Lu Fan decided to incorporate his Blood Flame into the forging process. His Blood Flame was unique—it carried both his Innate Martial Qi and his refined Blood Qi, making it far more potent than ordinary fire.

The moment he infused the Blood Flame into the forge, the flames turned a deep crimson, burning hotter than ever before. The spiritual metal reacted immediately, becoming more malleable and absorbing spiritual energy more efficiently.

Lu Fan struck the molten metal with his hammer, his Blood Flame's energy seeping into the weapon with each strike. He could feel the spiritual essence within the blade stabilizing and condensing at a higher level than before.

After countless hours of refining, he finally succeeded—

He forged a Level 1 High-Grade Spirit Weapon.

A Breakthrough in ForgingHolding the weapon in his hands, Lu Fan immediately felt the difference. The energy within the blade was far denser, and its structure was stronger and more refined than anything he had crafted before.

The other forgers at the villa were astonished.

"This… this is a High-Grade Spirit Weapon! How is this possible?" one blacksmith gasped.

"The Blood Flame… that must be his secret!" another whispered in awe.

The Villa Master himself inspected the weapon, his eyes gleaming with admiration. "You have a rare talent. Spiritual weapon forging is an art that takes years to master, yet you have reached this level in such a short time."

Lu Fan, however, was not satisfied.

He now knew that his Blood Flame could enhance spiritual weapons, but this was only the beginning. There were still higher levels of forging, and he wanted to push his skills even further—to craft weapons worthy of a Foundation Building Expert.

After successfully forging a Level 1 High-Grade Spirit Weapon, Lu Fan didn't stop. Instead, he pushed himself further, determined to understand the deeper secrets of weapon forging.

The Weapon Forging Villa had once been home to powerful blacksmiths, but after their decline, much of their knowledge had been lost. Still, Lu Fan found old forging manuals and broken records left behind by past masters. He pieced together information about the next stage—forging weapons beyond Level 1.

Level 2 Spirit Weapons were rare, requiring not just refined materials but also a deeper understanding of spiritual energy manipulation. The few manuals he found described something crucial:

"A blacksmith must engrave their own will into the weapon, allowing it to resonate with them."

This reminded Lu Fan of the Blood Flame. If his flame contained his will and Blood Qi, then perhaps it could influence the weapon even more.

The Challenge of Level 2 Forging

Lu Fan gathered the best materials available at the villa, including:

Cold Iron Essence – a rare spiritual metal that absorbed Qi easily.

Flame Silver – a metal that resonated with fire-based energy.

Blood Jade Powder – a material known to strengthen blood-related weapons.

With the materials ready, he began the forging process.

This time, he activated his Blood Flame to its fullest, letting it burn intensely as he smelted the metals together. The forge roared with power, the flames turning a deep crimson with streaks of electric blue, reflecting the fusion of his Blood Qi and Thunder Art.

As he hammered the molten metal, he felt a strange resistance. Unlike before, the weapon seemed to fight back, as if refusing to take shape. Lu Fan gritted his teeth and pushed forward.

BOOM!

A sudden backlash erupted from the forge, sending him stumbling backward. His blood churned, and his Qi fluctuated violently. He had failed.

Understanding the Essence of Forging

Lu Fan sat in silence, thinking about his mistake.

At that moment, the Villa Master, an elderly blacksmith who had been watching him, spoke up.

"You're treating forging like a battle, but it is also an art. A true weapon must not just be hammered into existence—it must be guided."

Lu Fan realized the problem. He had been forcing the materials together with brute strength instead of letting them naturally merge.

Taking a deep breath, he restarted the process.

This time, instead of forcing the metal into shape, he let the Blood Flame flow naturally, controlling it with his intent instead of sheer power.

The forge responded. The spiritual metals melded smoothly, and the resistance disappeared. The weapon began forming, infused with the perfect balance of Thunder, Blood Qi, and Spiritual Energy.

Forging Success – A Weapon of Lightning and Blood

Hours later, Lu Fan lifted the finished weapon.

It was a Level 2 Low-Grade Spirit Sword, its blade shimmering with red and blue streaks, reflecting the fusion of his Blood Flame and Thunder Energy. The moment he held it, he felt it resonate with his Qi—it was like an extension of his own body.

The other blacksmiths were stunned.

"A Level 2 Spirit Weapon… forged in just a few months of training?"

"This isn't just skill. This is talent beyond anything we've seen!"

Even the Villa Master, who had been skeptical at first, couldn't hide his admiration.

"You have the potential to become a Grandmaster Blacksmith. But forging weapons is only part of the journey."

Lu Fan nodded. He knew that simply forging weapons wasn't enough. He needed to wield them in battle.

With this new sword in hand, he set his sights beyond the villa. It was time to test his strength.