Reincarnated as a demon from Douluo Continent, guarding peace in the human world.

Chapter 94 Summoning the Royal Family (Part 2)

The Tianshui Girls' Group acts on impulse; they tour extensively mainly to help Xiao, so they don't care how much money they make.

Even with profits from other sources, they privately decided to establish the Tianxiao Charity Foundation to help people in need.

Therefore, they did not care about the city lord's threat.

If they are really not allowed to perform in the city, then they will go outside the city, build a stage, or go directly to the neighboring city!

As for the city lord actually thinking of harming Xiao, that's even more ridiculous!

The Tianshui Girls' Group has witnessed Xiao Xianren's power firsthand. Let alone a mere city lord, even if the Star Luo Empire were to send a large army, it probably wouldn't be able to trouble Xiao Xianren!

So, the Tianshui girl group, whose mood was not affected at all, hoped that Xiao could accompany them shopping.

Xiao naturally agreed, since the other party was doing this for him.

Although he doesn't quite understand human emotions, he still knows how to repay kindness.

Although he never expects anything in return from others.

The Tianshui girl group changed into simple clothes, or wore veils, or "made themselves ugly". They couldn't go out in their true appearance, otherwise they would definitely be recognized and cause a mob!

Soon, the seven women, their radiance faded, followed Xiao out of the hotel.

The Shui sisters, Shui Bing'er and Shui Yue'er, stood on either side of Xiao, their faces beaming with smiles.

Shui Bing'er wore a veil, her hair was temporarily dyed black, and she wore black glasses. Shui Yue'er was even more eccentric, with a face full of freckles and buck teeth.

With the two of them beside Xiao, no one paid them much attention.

The streets weren't particularly lively, after all, Gengxin City was a metal city with abundant minerals, and the Blacksmiths' Guild was located here, making it a city of "heavy industry".

Xiao followed them to a distinctive street lined with stalls selling various ores and blacksmith products.

Shui Bing'er suddenly stopped in front of a stall with many light blue minerals on it.

The vendor chuckled, "Gentlemen, you clearly have discerning eyes! All the crystals here are Heavenly Ice Crystals mined from the far north—the finest of metals!"

"It can be used not only to forge weapons, but also to make jewelry!"

The vendor picked up a fist-sized piece of ore and handed it to Shui Bing'er.

Shui Bing'er picked it up and looked at it, a hint of interest flashing in her eyes.

"What's the point of this? Sister, why are you suddenly interested in it?" Shuiyue asked, standing beside her.

"I feel like we click somewhat, Xiao... could you take a look?"

Shui Bing'er handed the light blue ore to Xiao.

The moment Xiao touched it, he immediately felt its icy coolness.

As a soldier, even if you haven't studied metals, you've been holding weapons for years and have some understanding of their properties.

Xiao nodded and said bluntly:

"It's a good ore, and if you master the fusion process, it can transfer your soul power to forge divine weapons for soul masters."

Shui Bing'er stared wide-eyed at the aquamarine ore in Xiao's hand with delight.

The Tianshui girl group naturally believed Xiao's words without question, and they all looked at the ore in astonishment.

If they could obtain weapons made from this ore, wouldn't that increase their combat power?

A hint of joy flashed in the vendor's eyes. What he didn't tell the Tianshui Girls' Group was that although this Heavenly Ice Crystal was precious, the Douluo Continent at present simply did not have the ability to melt it. If they tried to melt it by force, it would directly turn into a gaseous state!

If it's just polished, it can be used as jewelry, but due to its cold nature, ordinary people simply can't wear it!

Therefore, although this item is rare, it can hardly fetch a price!

Now that Xiao was actually praising it to his face, he rolled his eyes and chuckled, "This young master has a good eye. To be honest, such treasures are always priceless..."

Shuiyue'er immediately objected, pouting, "Don't try to raise the price!"

"No, it's a fixed price, only one hundred gold soul coins!" The stall owner held up one finger.

"..."

The surrounding vendors and pedestrians all looked over when they heard his price.

Looking at the Heavenly Ice Crystal that Shui Bing'er was holding, everyone showed a look of disdain.

They believe the street vendors are ripping off newcomers!

It's quite cunning, but that's the vendors' skill—they take the bait if the customers are willing.

So no one spoke up to warn these "easy targets".

One million gold soul coins is an astronomical figure. Most ordinary people in Douluo Continent would probably have to work hard their whole lives to save up that amount of money.

Now they dare to ask for this price for just one piece of ore.

Shuiyue frowned, about to rebuke him indignantly.

"Let's buy it," Xiao suddenly said.

Shui Bing'er said, "Yes, one hundred gold soul coins, right? I'll take it."

As she spoke, Shui Bing'er took out a money pouch.

"!!!"

The vendor hurriedly took the money bag, a hint of regret flashing in his eyes.

What a rich sucker!

I should have asked for more!

Now that he had no other Heavenly Ice Crystals, he looked at the other ores.

"Distinguished guests, would you like to take a look at these...?"

Shui Bing'er looked at Xiao, waiting for his opinion.

"Whatever." Xiao glanced at it and then looked away with little interest.

Of these ores, only the Heavenly Water Mystic Crystal from before is somewhat interesting; the rest are of average quality.

Shui Bing'er put away the Heavenly Ice Crystal and was about to continue strolling around with Xiao.

At this moment, all the surrounding vendors were looking at them with burning eyes.

After seeing them casually pull out a hundred gold soul coins, everyone wanted to rip them off.

They greeted customers warmly and showed them the minerals on their stall.

The Tianshui girl group, however, remained unaffected by them and continued to observe on their own.

Xiao and Shui Bing'er were walking side by side when suddenly, a strong man blocked Xiao's path.

"Um... could you please come with me to the Blacksmiths' Association? My name is Si Long, and I know you... Xiao Xianren," Si Long whispered.

Xiao glanced at Si Long, a muscular man brimming with explosive power, who showed no signs of karmic obstacles.

"Okay." Xiao then followed.

……

The headquarters building of the Blacksmiths' Association.

Xiao and the Tianshui girl group followed Silong in.

Si Long led the way, saying, "Immortal Xiao, I never expected you to come to Gengxin City. You don't know, our Blacksmiths' Association holds you in very high esteem!"

"You are a true role model for us all, punishing those nobles for the sake of ordinary people!"

Silong showered him with praise.

The Tianshui girl group members laughed and joked with Xiao.

Xiao remained silent, but his mood improved somewhat.

Si Long then said, "Immortal Xiao, we specifically inquired about your movements. These seven ladies must be the Tianshui Girl Group, right? Have you been harassed by the Spirit Hall and the City Lord while you're here?"

"If there's anything the blacksmiths' association can do to help, we'll do our best!"

Silong said earnestly.

Xiao nodded slightly and asked, "What kind of person is the city lord?"

"A villain!" Si Long said directly.

"That city lord is a viscount from the Star Luo Empire, and he rose through the ranks based on military merit. But I've heard there was no actual fighting; he gained his achievements purely by allowing his men to kill innocent people and claim credit for it!"

"Although these are all rumors, what he has done in recent years—his insatiable greed and blatant extortion—is true!"

"..."

Silong began to expose the city lord's crimes.

As Xiao listened, just as he had seen, the city lord did not directly kill anyone; he simply bullied others by having his subordinates do it, which troubled him.

If the city lord is executed based solely on these reasons, then the justification is insufficient.

However, when he and the Tianshui Girls' Group were in the Star Dou Great Forest, he once visited the Star Luo Empire.

He executed a group of soldiers who had killed innocent people and claimed credit for their crimes.

Now that he's heard this rumor again, it's hard for him not to mind.

Perhaps he should look into it...

Xiao started to have an idea.

Si Long led them to the top floor. As they walked down the corridor, he said, "Members of the Tianshui Girls' Troupe, if you can't find a stage in Gengxin City, our Blacksmith Association can help you set one up."

Shuiyue'er's eyes lit up, and she asked, "Are you setting this up outside?"

"Yes, our Blacksmiths' Association is not afraid of offending the city lord. If you are really in trouble, we are willing to help for the sake of Xiao Xianren and build a stage outside the city that can accommodate hundreds of thousands of people in just a few days."

Silong nodded.

Shui Yue'er immediately clapped her hands excitedly, looked at Shui Bing'er, and said, "Sister, then we don't need to pay any attention to that city lord at all. We can just hold a concert outside the city!"

Shui Bing'er frowned and glanced at her, then shook her head and said, "Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Silong. We will discuss it with the city lord again."

It's obvious that Silong is doing all this for Xiao Xianren.

She didn't want Xiao Xianren to owe him a favor because of her.

Silong was about to say something more, but they had already arrived at the chairman's office.

Silong knocked on the door and then led Xiao and the Tianshui Girls' Group inside.

Inside was a fat old man with a thick white beard. He was very old, but full of energy, and his eyes seemed to be burning with fire.

Silong said with a smile, "Teacher, this is Xiao the Sage! I never expected him to come here!"

"Xiao the Immortal, this is my teacher, Master Lougao, the president of the Blacksmiths' Guild!"

Lou Gao saw Xiao and quickly stood up, walking out from behind the table with a smile on his chubby face.

"Xiao the Sage! It's so good to meet you! I've admired you for so long!"

Lou Gao walked quickly up to Xiao, shook his hand, and was very enthusiastic.

Xiao nodded and said, "Hello."

Xiao truly felt the purest passion emanating from Lou Gao.

Lou Gao quickly led Xiao and the Tianshui Girls' Group to sit down. He sat next to Xiao, asked Si Long to pour water, and then cheerfully expressed his respect for Xiao.

Although Xiao never allowed others to spread his merits, he became a thorn in the side of many Soul Master factions.

But many more people are grateful to Xiao!

Xiao couldn't stand Lou Gao's enthusiasm. Although he was an old man who was almost a hundred years old, he had the innocent and energetic spirit of a child.

Shui Bing'er smiled, looking at Xiao with a mischievous glint in her eyes.

Si Long then whispered, "Teacher, Xiao Xianren seems to know about Heavenly Ice Crystal..."

Upon hearing this, Lou Gao's expression changed slightly. He hurriedly looked at Xiao and asked in a trembling voice, "Immortal Xiao, could it be that you...?"

Xiao looked at the tall building with a puzzled expression, but didn't say anything.

Lou Gao looked embarrassed and said, "Actually, I've been researching the mysteries of the Heavenly Ice Crystal because I discovered that it might be able to conduct the soul power of a Soul Master."

"If this could be consistently performed well, it would be something that changes the landscape of the Soul Master world, but there hasn't been an opportunity yet. If you knew of this method..."

"I'm willing to create benefits for you. To be honest, I'm only doing this to study his ideas, not to gain more profit..."

Lou Gao was so excited that he became somewhat incoherent.

As a master blacksmith, his love for forging was ingrained in his very being, transcending money and power.

Si Long also said, "Xiao Xianren, my teacher spoke from the bottom of his heart. He would never value forging itself less than life itself. He has been researching this direction for many years, but..."

Shui Bing'er and the other women all showed expressions of surprise.

Unexpectedly, the problem that had puzzled the master blacksmith was solved by the hermit Xiao.

Xiao looked at Lou Gao and Si Long, and saw no trace of concealment in their eyes.

"Okay, I can teach you..." Xiao agreed.

Lou Gao was stunned when he heard Xiao agree so casually.

He was even prepared to promise more, even if it meant going bankrupt, in order to obtain this secret.

Before he could even name his offer, Xiao Xianren agreed immediately.

"Mandrill Immortal..."

"It's actually quite simple. Just infuse it with soul power of the same attribute, then crush it into powder using force. When forging the weapon, simply sprinkle it evenly into the powder."

After a moment's thought, Xiao guessed the secret.

Lou Gao suddenly stood up, his round face flushed, and hurriedly said to Xiao:

"Immortal Xiao! You have given me a second life! This has made up for my greatest wish of ten thousand years! Please accept my bow!" Lou Gao knelt down on the ground and kowtowed to Xiao.

Silong hurriedly followed behind him and also kowtowed to Xiao.

Both of them were honest men, and their heads banged against the ground with a loud thud.

Lou Gao continued, "Xiao Xianren, I will now research how to infiltrate a household. If successful, you will receive 90% of all the profits! I only need 10% to purchase materials!"

Xiao shook his head; he didn't care about any of that.

He now prefers to go to the city lord's mansion to investigate the other party's situation.

……

As evening fell, Xiao appeared at the city lord's mansion, a luxurious residence brightly lit.

He first went to the most luxurious room, but did not see the city lord. So he went to the second room and finally saw the city lord there.

Even though it was nighttime, he was still holding a file.

Could this city lord be a diligent nobleman?

Xiao was somewhat surprised and instantly entered it.

The city lord was startled by his sudden appearance, threw down the dossier, and retreated against the wall, simultaneously summoning his martial spirit. "You... what are you doing here?!"

Xiao said, "Be quiet, I'm here. I have some questions for you."

Even in broad daylight, the city lord still threatened Xiao.

Upon hearing Xiao's command, they actually quieted down, though their martial spirits remained intact.

"What do you want to ask? Don't forget, I am a nobleman of the Star Luo Empire!"

(End of this chapter)