Douluo: Reincarnation of Leosli, punishing the evildoers

Gengxin City, one of the main cities of the Star Luo Empire, is not a famous city. In fact, it ranks only in the middle to lower range among the main cities and is quite unknown.

Although this is the headquarters of the Continental Blacksmiths Association, Douluo Continent is, after all, a stage for Soul Masters. As a city of metal, the status of blacksmiths is self-evident, and it has failed to attract much attention.

The blacksmiths didn't have a good life either. Their status wasn't much different from that of ordinary people, and the influence of the blacksmiths' association was limited to the city.

However, Leosley always had a question in his mind: In places where the demand for iron is high, why is the status of blacksmiths still so low?
Speaking of the blacksmiths in Teyvat, although their status isn't high, they at least live a decent life!

After all, the weapons forged by blacksmiths in some places are already comparable to "specialized weapons"!

Looking at the Douluo Continent during this period, although blacksmiths were not considered important in the eyes of the two great empires, they were indispensable in all aspects of life, from military weapons and equipment to agricultural tools, building materials, and furniture used in daily life.

Gengxin City is practically one of the economic lifelines of the two great empires!

Although Douluo Continent is a world of martial spirits, the two great empires are still in the era of cold weapons, and metal is precisely the key to this era.

Good metal smelting technology can determine the outcome of a battle; the better the weapons, the higher the chance of victory.

Therefore, as an important military industrial base city for the entire continent, the loss of Gengxin City would have an immeasurable impact, and might even affect the weapon supply of the two great empires.

It's truly baffling why the rulers of these two great empires paid such little attention to this city.
Have they really lost their minds?
In the ancient times that Leosley knew well, emperors and officials were extremely strict in their management of iron mines! During the Han Dynasty, iron officials were established in iron-producing areas to be responsible for the entire process from iron mining to steel smelting and casting. Such importance was given to Gengxin City but was met with a strange indifference, which is truly regrettable.

"Duke, we've arrived."

Led by Ning Fengzhi, they arrived at their destination.

They stopped in front of a magnificent building, gazing up at the 30-meter-tall masterpiece, and couldn't help but marvel: to occupy such a vast space in the bustling city center, this building is definitely an important symbol of the city!

A black iron plaque hangs from the top of the building. It has no words, only two raised patterns—a hammer and a chisel. Clearly, this is the headquarters of the blacksmiths' guild!

The magnificent building has a somewhat rugged appearance, completely devoid of any ornate decorations, giving it a simple and unpretentious feel. There isn't even a single guard at the entrance, yet the flow of people is constant and bustling.

However, Leosley thought that if it were painted red and the chisels were replaced with sickles, he might actually be more respectful.

Upon seeing the newcomers, the guards at the gate quickly signaled to the people next to them to go inside and inform them.

You should know that the people in front of you are all very important figures!
"Sect Leader Ning, Sword Douluo, Duke, Miss Sigwen, greetings."

Ning Fengzhi and Chen Xin were naturally familiar to him. Recently, people from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School had been coming to Gengxin City every day to buy metals. Even Ning Fengzhi himself had come once or twice, but only to discuss business, buy a few rare metals at the auction, and leave.

But the two people behind them were a bit of a surprise.

Duke Leosley, renowned throughout the continent, would actually condescend to visit their small blacksmith town.
The blacksmiths had a low social status, and even in Gengxin City, their status was only slightly higher.

These gatekeepers who guarded the blacksmith's gate, to put it nicely, were gatekeepers; to put it bluntly, they were just a bunch of unemployed thugs.

The armor he was wearing was indeed quite good, after all, it was made by a blacksmith, but if it really came down to a fight, this armor would be summed up in four words—showy but impractical.

After all, in the entire Star Luo Empire, the status of blacksmiths was only slightly higher than that of serfs and workers. In some remote areas, there was no difference between blacksmiths and serfs and workers. However, these people were still lucky to have jobs to support themselves.

Even so, their treatment was similar to that of serfs and laborers; they worked a day and earned a little money to support themselves and their families.

This is also why blacksmiths in Gengxin City have a relatively high status.

"Is Master Craftsman Lou Gao here?" Ning Fengzhi smiled and nodded slightly upon hearing this. He was well aware of the blacksmith's status, but he would not look down on him because of it.

"The master craftsman is still here at the top of the building."

The security guard sounded somewhat surprised, but not astonished.

Given Ning Fengzhi's status as the sect leader of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, especially his current status, he doesn't need to announce his arrival at Lou Gao's place; he can simply walk in.

Ning Fengzhi saw that the building was tall, but it was actually the tall building that was honored.

After all, Ning Fengzhi is now the sect leader of the number one sect in the world!
"Please inform them."

Ning Fengzhi was aware of this, so he didn't bother arguing with the security guard.

You should know that in the entire Gengxin City, there are no more than five people who can be greeted by Lou Gao. Now, someone like Ning Fengzhi actually needs to be announced?
"What? Can't we report it?"

Leosley smiled slightly upon seeing this.

"No, no, no, it's not that it's that it's possible."

"Then I'll trouble you to inform them."

Leosley smiled and said.

Not long after, the guard who had just been there came down the stairs excitedly, followed closely by a strong young man with an imposing presence who seemed to ignite the atmosphere of the entire hall.

He smiled slightly, his voice as cheerful as the morning sun: "Sect Leader Ning, I'm truly sorry, my subordinates were ignorant and rude! Please, everyone, move to the VIP room and have a proper chat!"

The young man's tone was warm and friendly, making one feel instantly at ease. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was a major client of the Blacksmiths' Association; a single order from them could be more lucrative than the Association's total revenue over several years—it was incredibly profitable!
It's no exaggeration to say that "you can live off a business for three years if you don't make any, but once you do, you'll be set for three years." After all, having such a partner in this industry is like a windfall!

Moreover, Ning Fengzhi never tries to lower prices.

Upon seeing Leosley, the young man was filled with emotion.

It feels completely different from what I heard!

This guy is so big, you'd believe he'd been blacksmithing.

"Cough cough."

Leosley coughed lightly, pulling the young man back to reality.

"I apologize, Your Grace, for your rudeness."

The young man realized that he had been staring at Leosley and quickly apologized.

Although he was a blacksmith, he was one of the few "cultured people" among blacksmiths.

"fine."

"Duke, this way please." (End of Chapter)