Chapter 1045 - Backed into a Corner
People rarely saw swords of this caliber in the world. Even the Yuan Clan, renowned for their blacksmithing mastery, kept their finest weapons to themselves, never displaying such treasures on the market.
Shi Yuan's expression darkened. This time, he didn't dare to step forward. The fear of suffering yet another public humiliation held him back.
Everything that had happened today felt uncanny, so much so that even Earth Profound Realm experts were visibly unsettled, unable to make sense of it. A silent question loomed in everyone's mind: Was the True Martial Continent on the brink of upheaval?
"Liu Wuxie, can I take a look at this longsword?" Qu Su approached with calm composure, his tone curious rather than covetous.
It wasn't desire that drew him to the sword. As a blacksmithing grandmaster, Qu Su simply couldn't pass up the chance to study such divine craftsmanship. He was eager to study it and glean insights from it.
"Please, go ahead," Liu Wuxie replied, nodding with grace.
Hu Shi stepped forward and handed the sword over without hesitation. Qu Su took it in hand and gave it a few swings through the air. Each motion carved out a sharp whistle, and a faint sword aura rippled outwards, slicing the air so cleanly that spatial fragments drifted down like snowflakes.
There wasn't the slightest hint of true essence in his movements, only physical strength. And that alone was enough to cause such an effect. If he had infused the sword with true essence, it wouldn't have endured the power of laws at the pinnacle of the Earth Profound Realm.
"This sword blends several blacksmithing techniques," Qu Su said, examining the weapon closely. "It incorporates not only spiritual runes but also an ancient forging method. How exactly did you manage this?"
Though Hu Shi had forged the blade, Qu Su clearly understood that Liu Wuxie was the real mastermind behind its creation.
"Elder Qu, you have a keen eye," Liu Wuxie responded, a faint look of surprise flickering across his face. "To be honest, I only recently succeeded in developing this fused technique."