He was born as a blacksmith, but he dominated the world

Chapter 343: The Marshal's Advice

"As long as there are enough materials, we can create the Holy Weapon Chaos Arrow?" Hong Shuai was a little surprised.

Although he didn't know much about blacksmithing, he had never heard of using this method to forge a holy weapon.

The few holy weapons he had seen were all made of one or two top-grade materials and took a very long time to make.

The right time and place are indispensable.

However, Jiang Lin said that to create the Holy Weapon Chaos Arrow, he only needed one or two thousand different materials, which was beyond his imagination.

Not to mention General Hong, even if a blacksmith from a powerful clan came, he would be confused. How could there be a holy weapon in this world that was made by piling up different types of materials?
"Yes." Jiang Lin nodded confidently.

Marshal Hong said in a deep voice: "There is no joking in the army, you should understand this. This matter is extremely important. If you can't do it, even if I know you have a good relationship with Marshal Yu, I will hold you accountable!"

"General Hong, don't worry. As long as you bring the materials, I will hand over the Holy Soldier Chaos Arrow to you with both hands!" Jiang Lin said firmly.

Seeing his confident look, General Hong laughed heartily after a while and said, "If that's the case, then I won't say anything. It's just iron materials. Let alone one or two thousand kinds, even three thousand or four thousand kinds, I can get them for you!"

Jiang Lin's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he immediately cupped his hands and said, "If Marshal Hong can really bring 3,000 kinds of materials, I will give you a few more Yuanbing-grade weapons. I just wonder if Marshal Hong's words can be regarded as a military order?"

Marshal Hong was startled, and then he burst into laughter. "Good boy, maybe it's been many years since anyone asked me to sign a military order. Well, then I'll give you one. I'll get you three thousand kinds of ironmaking materials, and you'll make at least... well, how many Holy Chaos Arrows do you think you can make?"

"That depends on how much materials Marshal Hong brought. The more you give, the more I will forge. Moreover, these three thousand kinds of blacksmithing materials must be completely unique with those on the roster." Jiang Lin said.

"I don't know how I can fool you with duplicate materials?" Marshal Hong waved his sleeves and said, "Wait here, I will go get the materials."

After saying that, Hong Shuai turned around and was about to leave, but was stopped by Jiang Lin.

"The wound on the Marshal's head..."

"We were ambushed by the Ten-Feather Archers. This man had no martial ethics and I was a little careless as well." said General Hong.

"Please wait for a moment, Marshal." Jiang Lin said, turning around and taking out a few round pills from the Hengyu furnace and handing them over: "This is the Seven Sages Powder, an intermediate health-preserving pill, which may help Marshal Hong's injuries."

Seven Sages Powder is an upgraded version of the primary elixir recipe Five Sages Powder.

Having just upgraded two days ago, Jiang Lin took the time to refine a furnace to try out the effect.

Hong Shuai took it and looked at it, and couldn't help but asked in surprise: "Nine-patterned pill? Where did it come from?"

Although it is only an intermediate-level elixir, it can reach the ninth level, and its effect is even comparable to that of ordinary top-level elixirs to a certain extent.

The Daqian Dynasty also employed many alchemists, but none of them could refine a nine-pattern intermediate elixir. The most they could make was seven-pattern elixir.

"I learned alchemy by myself in my spare time and made great progress. This pill was made by me." Jiang Lin said.

Hong Shuai was stunned when he heard this. Even though he was knowledgeable, he couldn't help but find it absurd.

Aren't you a blacksmith? How can you make a nine-patterned elixir? It doesn't make sense.

After looking Jiang Lin up and down, Hong Shuai looked down at the pill in his hand.

Crystal clear, seven different streams of light surround the pill, like a dazzling gem.

Judging from the appearance alone, it is indeed worthy of the nine patterns.

The head that was shot by the Ten-Feather Archers was still aching slightly, but the fragrance from the elixir seemed to alleviate the pain.

Hong Shuai couldn't help but be tempted and decided to try one.

As a military commander, he is not that pretentious. Once he has an idea, he will naturally do it.

He simply picked up one and put it in his mouth. The medicinal power instantly dissolved and rushed into every part of his body.

Hong Shuai’s eyes suddenly opened. This pill!

The strength of the medicine was beyond his expectations.

Like a warm torrent, it keeps surging through his body. Wherever it passes, damaged meridians and tired muscles will quickly recover under the nourishment of this force, and there is even a tendency for them to strengthen.

Especially the head that was severely injured by the Ten-Feather Archers before. The continuous dull pain has now been soothed by a soft and powerful force, and countless tiny rays of light are wandering around the wound, accelerating the healing process.

Even without using his eyes, Hong Shuai could sense that tiny granulations were growing on the wound.

His whole body was filled with unprecedented vitality and strength, even his breathing became unusually smooth, and every breath seemed to draw the spiritual energy of heaven and earth into his body, further consolidating his cultivation.

Marshal Hong was surprised to realize that this was not just an ordinary nine-pattern intermediate pill. Its medicinal effect was so pure and strong that even the best healing medicine in the army could not compare to it.

But after all, it is just an intermediate-level elixir. Its medicinal power is strong, but its duration is not long enough.

Despite this, when Hong Shuai looked at Jiang Lin again, his eyes were full of disbelief.

"How did you make this elixir?"

Such amazing medicinal power and recovery effect, if it was made by a top alchemist, it would be understandable, but it is incredible that a blacksmith took it out of a furnace burning pig iron. Jiang Lin smiled humbly and said, "This pill is made by combining some ancient recipes with my unique understanding of the vitality of heaven and earth. After countless attempts and improvements, I finally made it. It is a bit lucky. It is not in vain to be able to help the Marshal."

Hong Shuai's expression suddenly became complicated, it was more than just some help.

He was sure that after taking these pills, even if his injuries were not fully recovered, they would at least be mostly healed.

This was a serious injury left by the Ten Feather Archers of the Western Yi, and he himself was at the ninth level of the Divine Martial Realm, and was even about to break through to the peak of the Divine Martial Realm.

A elixir that works on you will only be more effective if used on others!

This great man, who had experienced countless life-and-death battles and relied on a pair of iron fists to climb from an ordinary soldier to the position of marshal, couldn't help but sigh at this moment.

"I now understand why General Ling is willing to give you a position as the general. You alone may not be able to defeat millions of soldiers, but in certain circumstances, it's not bad!"

What a high evaluation! Under certain circumstances, it is equivalent to a million soldiers!
You know, when Daqian's millions of border troops form a military formation, even the Taoist leader would be wary of them.

Although the Taoist master is at the peak of the Xuanwu realm, which is similar to the Shenwu realm, in fact, his Taoist magic is mysterious and powerful.

With the help of magic, the combat power exerted is far beyond that of the masters of the same level in the Divine Martial Realm.

To put it simply, a person at the peak of the Divine Martial Realm like the Border Army Marshal is a master in single combat.

However, a Dao Lord at the peak of the Xuanwu realm can destroy the entire battlefield by himself!

One plays with weapons, the other plays with Taoism, they cannot be compared.

Jiang Lin's expression remained humble, and he said, "Ling Shuai is just showing me kindness."

"What do you mean by favor?" Marshal Hong's expression suddenly became much more solemn, and he said, "We can't tolerate any impurities. If you are not qualified, even if you are a royal relative, you will be treated like an ordinary citizen! A man should be upright and timid, and he should not be able to accept the praise of others!"

Jiang Lin seemed to understand something, and his expression became much more serious. He nodded and said, "Thank you, Marshal Hong, for your guidance. I understand."

Although Marshal Hong's words sounded harsh, they were actually a reminder to him that when it is time to show his edge, he should do so.

In this world, being weak and vulnerable is never the best option for survival.

Especially for those who are admired by the border troops, you cannot be weak in the slightest. Even if you die, you must stand up straight and die with dignity!

From this point of view, it also represents the recognition of Hong Shuai.

I don't think highly of you. A big shot of this level wouldn't have the time to teach you a lesson.

"Alright, I'll take these pills. I owe you a favor. I'll talk to you again after the Northwest issue is resolved." Marshal Hong said, and then he seemed to think of something, squinting his eyes and said, "Marshal Ling has a bad temper, not as kind as me. If you want to be the general, come to me. If you can't do that, I'll give you the position of deputy general."

Jiang Lin laughed. Judging from the fact that you can still scold people even though half of your head is injured, I'm afraid your temper is not very good.

As for the deputy commander, strictly speaking, Daqian does not have such an official rank.

Only in times of war would a deputy general of the first rank be temporarily added.

Of course, the Daqian border army is constantly on the march, and there is only a break during rotations, so the deputy commander is not just an empty promise.

Jiang Lin bowed and said, "I will consider it carefully. Thank you, Marshal Hong, for your kindness."

Marshal Hong also knew that he couldn't be tough on this matter. Marshal Yu and Marshal Ling were probably trying to snatch such a talent.

In addition, Jiang Lin has extraordinary blacksmithing skills and may be of use to Your Majesty in the future.

Thinking of His Majesty the Emperor, Marshal Hong couldn't help but sigh in his heart, and there was a hint of regret in his eyes when he looked at Jiang Lin.

Jiang Lin was very keen to grasp this point, and bowed again, saying: "Thank you, Marshal Hong."

Hong Shuai was slightly startled, then he understood and said with a smile: "You are quite smart. So let's do this. I will go get the materials for you first."

Watching the great commander fly away, Jiang Lin knew clearly that the trace of regret was intentionally shown to him.

How could someone who could climb to this position amidst a sea of ​​blood and corpses express his emotions at will, let alone his true feelings?

Marshal Hong's move was only to show a bit of goodwill, and of course, he was indeed expressing regret.

Jiang Lin sighed inwardly. The few generals he had met so far were all quite nice to him. Unfortunately, the existence of the Emperor seemed to mean that the two sides would one day be on opposite sides.

This also made Jiang Lin want to know more about what the emperor, who lived deep in the palace, wanted to do with his blacksmithing skills.

Why does everyone who knows the inside story look like he won't live long?

It's just forging iron, what danger could there be?
Jiang Lin couldn't figure it out, so he didn't think too much about it. The most important thing right now was to improve his own strength.

No matter what kind of danger it is, as long as you are strong enough, there will be no threat!

Meanwhile, Marshal Hong had already arrived at the Ministry of Works. He threw the roster directly to the Minister Si Hongwen and said in a careless manner, "Immediately find three thousand kinds of ironmaking materials that are not recorded in the roster and are not repeated. I want them."

(End of this chapter)