In the bright and extravagant room, two outstanding figures from the Seven Star Sect of Zhangzhou were sitting at opposite ends of the table.

One of them was Ai Hongli, who had the cultivation of a peak Venerable, and the other was Qu Zhengde, who had just returned from the Tianwai Pavilion.

At this time, Qu Zhengde picked up the teapot on the table and respectfully poured a fragrant tea for Ai Hongli. Although his movements were steady, there was a hint of agitation flashing in the depths of his face.

Ai Hongli glanced at him lightly and said slowly: "Zhengde, your heart is impetuous." ”

Qu Zhengde chuckled and said, "Sure enough, I can't hide it from you, so you can see it." ”

Ai Hongli took a sip of tea lightly and said, "Who is it that makes you so excited?" He put down the teacup and said with a smile: "Could it be that Ou boy from Danzhou this time is really qualified to be your opponent?"

It didn't take long for Ou Yangming to become the envoy of the Feng clan, but the distance between Danzhou and Zhangzhou was far enough. Moreover, no matter how rich Ai Hongli's imagination is, it is impossible to associate the envoy of the Feng clan with the opponent this time. Therefore, he didn't know Ou Yangming's identity.

However, how clever his eyesight was, after seeing Ou Yangming, he immediately saw his true age.

Forging is a skill that takes time to build, and talent alone is not enough to make a person smile. Although Ai Hongli did not underestimate Ou Yangming, he was more optimistic about this recognized forging genius in his own sect.

Qu Zhengde's eyes shone brightly, and he said: "Ai Lao, although Ou Yangming is young, he has extraordinary talent and achievements in some aspects, and he is indeed a fierce rival. ”

Ai Hongli was slightly stunned and said, "You actually value him so much?"

Qu Zhengde's mind echoed with Ouyang Ming's eyes full of confidence, he nodded slightly, and said, "Such a person will not lie, and there must be a bitter battle with him." After a pause, he raised his eyebrows, and said: "Ai Lao, there are many talents in the Danzhou forging world, in addition to Ou Yangming, Yu Xiuming of Five Finger Peak is also a top master." ”

"Oh, are you sure?" Ai Hongli was really surprised this time.

Being able to get Qu Zhengde's recognition shows that Yu Xiuming's strength in forging is definitely the top one.

And looking at Yu Xiuming's age, at most, it is similar to Qu Zhengde. Such a character, no matter in any state, will be raised as a treasure.

It's just that Danzhou actually has two such geniuses at once, which can't help but make him feel a little uncomfortable in his heart.

"Zhengde, how do you compare to them?" Ai Hongli asked in a deep voice.

Qu Zhengde smiled in surprise and said, "Compared with them, the disciples can't wait. ”

Although he didn't answer directly, the slightly upturned lips already showed his self-confidence at a glance.

This is the self-confidence that has slowly accumulated after countless competitions and each time defeating opponents of equal strength. It seems that whoever stands in his way will be crushed and crushed by him mercilessly.

And it is precisely because of this strength that he has unreasonable self-confidence that is the biggest reason why he can finally stand here.

Ai Hongli nodded slowly, and there was a hint of satisfaction in his eyes.

Regardless of the final outcome, as long as Qu Zhengde can maintain this mentality, he can accept it.

Qu Zhengde's eyes flashed, and he said, "Ai Lao, what about the two adults?"

Ai Hongli snorted lightly and said, "Don't you know the purpose of their coming here? Ignore them, just treat them as if they don't exist." ”

Qu Zhengde smiled dumbly, that Chi Ningyun was very famous at the level of Zhangzhou Venerable and high-level cultivators. After all, among cultivators, there have always been mostly men, and there are definitely very few women who can cultivate to the Venerable realm.

Qiu Chengwang, who was in bliss in his last life, fell in love with Chi Ningyun at first sight, so he pursued it hard.

It's just that Chi Ningyun doesn't have a good impression of him, but he doesn't want to easily offend the bliss of the afterlife, so he just hides everywhere. even went thousands of miles to join one of the escort candidates to Danzhou.

However, that Qiu Chengwang really had great powers, and he even became one of the escorts quietly, and he kept it secret before leaving, leaving Chi Ningyun in no know.

Such a result can be imagined, after the two of them met in the team, how could Chi Ningyun give him a good look? However, Qiu Chengwang's face was extremely thick-skinned, and he pretended not to know along the way, but instead followed with a dead face, although he was not entangled, but he also followed him like a maggot on the tarsal bone.

However, after all, the two of them have the identity of Venerables, and they also have strong backers behind them.

Except for Ai Hongli, there is really no one who dares not to take them to heart.

Ai Hongli pondered for a moment and said, "Zhengde, you don't want to get involved in their affairs. Hmph, the forging of the two states is also a big deal, and they will never dare to harass you at this time. Otherwise, the old man will definitely make them walk around without eating. ”

Qu Zhengde hurriedly said, "Yes, Ai Lao." He paused, and then said, "Ai Lao, when my disciple was in Zhangzhou, I had heard of the name of Master Kurong of the Five Finger Peak. It is said that he is the first person to refine weapons in Danzhou, I wonder if the disciple can have the fate to meet him?"

Ai Hongli's eyes moved slightly, and he sighed: "Hey, Zhengde, although Master Kurong is known as the first person to refine weapons. However, as far as the old man knows, he is running out of life, and you may hear the news of his fall at any time. He shook his head and said, "In our welcome feast this time, the Five Finger Peak has been regarded as wholeheartedly entertaining, but there is still no trace of Master Kurong, maybe ......" He shook his head, his eyes flashing with a strange color.

Qu Zhengde shook his head in disappointment, he was a real forger, and he admired the prestige of his predecessors who were still alive.

However, when he came to Wuzhi Peak this time, he was naturally quite frustrated when he was not able to see this human relic.

Ai Hongli's eyes widened, and he said, "What are you kid thinking?" Hmph, it's about to start the big competition, you don't concentrate on recuperation, but are distracted from thinking about other things, don't you want to admit defeat directly?"

Qu Zhengde's heart froze, and he hurriedly said: "Yes, the disciple knows that he is wrong." He returned to his room, immediately calmed down, and took out the newly obtained bloodstone from his bosom, and his entire face was enveloped in red light. However, the expression on his face became more serious and joyful.

With this gem as the core, he is ready and waiting for Dabi's arrival at any time.

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At this moment, Ou Yangming came to Yu Xiuming's mansion.

Although Yu Xiuming was not a Venerable, he did not serve as the elder of the Five Finger Peak. However, his prestige at the Five Finger Peak was not below that of any peak spirit master.

Because he is not only a close disciple of Master Kurong, but he also has a strong forging ability. Among the high-level members of the Five Finger Peak, including those Venerables, they had all asked him to forge or repair rare equipment. That alone was enough for him to walk sideways in the Five Finger Peak.

Returning from the Tianwai Pavilion, Yu Xiuming closed the door, and his face immediately became solemn.

"Brother Ou, Master Qu really has some ability, and he can pick out the bloodclotting stone from the many flying stones outside the sky. Yu Xiuming said in a deep voice: "This kind of method is worthy of being the chief forging master of the young generation in Zhangzhou." ”

Since he was able to represent Zhangzhou in the war, Qu Zhengde automatically became the first person in the young generation in Zhangzhou. Although this first person is only limited to blacksmithing, it is also a name that should not be underestimated.

Ou Yangming chuckled and said, "Brother Yu, what about yourself? Hehe, could this ethereal spirit stone fall from the sky?"

Although the two of them call each other masters in front of people, if they are in private, they are intimate and familiar with each other.

Yu Xiuming smiled bitterly and said, "This secret method of identification of mine is nothing, as long as you have a strong enough spiritual power, you can cultivate it." He paused and said, "It's you, hehe, who chose that stone, which surprised us all." ”

When he said this, he really had a feeling of admiration.

That stone had been placed in the Tianwai Pavilion for a long time, but because of the various defects on the stone, coupled with the high price, it would cause no one to care.

However, Ou Yangming already had a feeling for this stone, and more importantly, even after being dissuaded by a few people, he was still as immobile as a mountain.

This affirmation is a manifestation of self-confidence. Yu Xiuming asked himself, if he got along with him in a different place, he might not be able to persevere so much.

Ou Yangming smiled slightly and said, "I'm just lucky, in fact, when I used the knife when I was getting older, I was also bottomless." Of course, he couldn't admit that he knew there must be a gem in it, so he had to use this sentence as an excuse.

Yu Xiuming looked at him with blazing eyes, as if he wanted to see through his secret directly.

However, Ou Yangming still had the same smile on his face as usual, and those eyes were even more unfathomable, making people unable to see any clues.

After a while, Yu Xiuming let out a long sigh and suddenly said, "Brother Ou, you won me in the competition, and what you represent is Danzhou." This time, I can't lose no matter what!"

Representing Danzhou and Zhangzhou for forging has always been his greatest wish. And now, although he has lost this qualification, the desire to win has not diminished in the slightest.

Ou Yangming heard the feelings in his words, and the smile on his face narrowed little by little.

Nodding his head slightly, Ou Yangming said in an unprecedentedly serious tone: "Brother Yu, please rest assured, this time the two states are in a big match, and I will definitely not let you down." ”

Yu Xiuming let out a long breath, seemingly a little relieved and happy, but in the depths of his eyes, there was a trace of regret that could not be completely released.

With his hands clenched into fists, Yu Xiuming got up and bowed deeply to Ou Yangming.

Ou Yangming also stood up and returned the salute respectfully in the same posture.

All the entrustment and commitment are in the words!