Chapter 471: Shaping Swords

Chapter 471: Shaping Swords

The heat of the forge blazed at Huis face. The hammer rang out, one strike after another. Under his steady beat, the two ores slowly fused together.

Hui poured magic into the material as the sword took shape. He twisted the magic into a talisman, but bound the talisman to the metal. By putting the talisman into the metal, it wont burn up when I activate the spell. The metal might slowly degrade, but thats a problem for future-Hui. I need these weapons to last through the battle, but no more. As long as theyre good enough for that, theyre good enough for me.

With another dozen strikes, the sword took shape. He doused it and set it aside, wiping his brow.

That makes ten swords that Ive personally made. If we include the disciples, its nearly a hundred. Song Wei Song Wei still hasnt produced any new swords, but he should be cultivating to produce even stronger swords. Soon ah. Probably not before the battle. But eh. Its not bad to put in a bit of effort to raise a particular disciple every now and again.

He sat back, exhausted. Slowly, he stood. Walking to the door, he stepped outside. A cool breeze blew. Down below, disciples clanged away at their forges.

Hui grinned. Ah. The wonderful sound of industry.

And thats pretty much what Ive been doing, Sectgoer said, shrugging.

Good to hear that well have weapons for the coming battle. And armor? Rogue asked.

What kind of fool do you take me for? Of course, armor! Sectgoer said, harrumphing.

Rogue put up his hands. Hey, I cant be sure. Heart-demon and all.

You and that damn heart-demon, Sectgoer grumbled.

I havent done much. Should I go next? Healer offered.

Not me? Peak Lord asked.

Healer hesitated. Lets save your news for last.

Oh, hey. Whats going on with Peak Lord? Rogue asked.

Later, later. But first Healer started.

Rogue sighed. Honestly

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Several Months Ago

Hui sat atop his peak, quietly meditating. I need to meditate for a while to regenerate that life qi I spent at Clouded Pavilion. I hope it was worth it for Sectgoer!

A powerful beam of light blasted down from the sky and hurtled toward Hui. He jolted away, but too slow. With a strike like thunder, Gui Delun landed beside him with a clouded brow. He scowled at Hui.

Hui instantly jumped to his feet, ready to flee. I cant play dead. Gui Delun will recognize it, no doubt! Is this the end of this small clone? Farewell, sweet world

You! How dare you shame my daughter like this?

Hui blinked. What did Bai Jingwen do now? Er, Im sorry, Father-in-law, Im not sure I follow

Living on this distant peak while your wife struggles to carry your child in a distant place! Gui Delun huffed.

Last time I checked, Bai Jingwen was living on Gui Yutongs peak, so no problem there! Ahem, I mean Youre right. Ive been lacking. However can I make up for this shame Ive brought upon myself? Hui asked, trembling from supposed shame.

Gui Delun harrumphed. Obviously I cant count on you to take care of my daughter. You and she shall both live on my peak until her child is born! That way, I can protect the child as well, and it can be nourished by the thicker qi.

Dear husband, Gui Yutong responded. She stepped toward him and took his hands.

Bai Jingwen scowled hideously.

Stop it, dammit! Dont be so obvious! Arent you two hiding your relationship? Struggling not to tremble, Hui nodded at her. Please. Let me know how to make it up to you.

Ah, dear husband shall we go to my palace first? Gui Yutong suggested.

Gui Delun crossed his arms. You wont let him walk all over you, will you?

No, no. Father, Xie Hao and I had our own agreement. I already told you. Theres no need for all this.

I wont allow this man to walk all over you, Gui Delun stated. He narrowed his eyes at Hui. From now on, until he has my blessing, he isnt allowed to leave my peak.

Ooookay, nope, he definitely suspects me. Ah, to be fair, I havent been keeping things as clean as I should have. He took my arm, that one time, and well, I could have been neater. Hui bowed his head. As Father-in-law says, I will work hard to obtain your blessing!

Gui Yutong shot Hui an exasperated look and shook her head a little. Hui gave her a thin-lipped smile in return. She doesnt know, then. Whatever her father suspects, he hasnt told her. Good.

Gui Delun waved a hand. Go. Show him around your old palace.

Yes, Father, Gui Yutong said, bowing.

Golden light washed over the peak. Hui raised a hand, instinctively flinching away. Ugh. This guy.

Ah, did you catch him? Liu Guang said.

I have brought my son-in-law to my daughters side, Gui Delun rumbled, shooting Liu Guang a warning glance.

Hui glanced at Liu Guang, showing a terrified expression on his face. You want to intimidate me, right? You want to see me scared. Youre a sadist, so obviously, this is what you want. Come on. Take the bait. Come over and tell me that thing you clearly want to tell me, that youre sure is going to terrify me.

A placid expression on his face, Liu Guang walked over, hands tucked behind his back. He leaned in to Hui and whispered, Did you think I was asleep, that night?

To the other side of Hui, Gui Yutong gave him a taken aback look, then slowly nodded.

Elder Sister, I dont know what you just decided right now, but I absolutely disagree with it. I would never do anything untoward to a sleeping cultivator!

You thought I was drunk? That I wouldnt remember anything? Liu Guang continued.

Gui Yutongs eyebrows shot even further up. She blinked at Hui.

Elder Brother, Senior, please, Im begging you. Consider your words more carefully! Hui cried. So many misunderstandings dammit. Gui Yutong, dont look at me like that. I didnt do anything to this man. Especially not while he was drunk!

Liu Guang clicked his tongue. Youd better watch your step, child.

And you should probably watch your words, Senior, Hui returned.

What? Liu Guang said.

Nothing, nothing, Hui said, shaking his head, eyes wide with fear. Dammit, this tongue of mine. Rogue, damn you for infecting us all with your tongue!

Speaking of watching your words, Peak Lord snickered.

Ahhh Im exhausted. I want to go home already, Healer complained, rubbing his eyes.