Chapter 524: Chapter 441 Void Gold
“The Heavenly Lock…” Su Yuan’s eyes flickered as he looked at the rusty silver chain in his hand.
“But this treasure is too ancient, even older than the Bright Gold Divine Axe. Its specific powers are only recorded, and the precise traits and abilities can only be known after it is reforged and repaired.”
Speaking of repairs, Su Yuan asked, “Elder Wei just mentioned that it’s not easy to repair the Star Devices here. How can we repair this Heavenly Lock?”
Elder Wei smiled, “Indeed, it’s not easy to repair. The Heavenly Lock needs ‘Void Gold’ to restore its original state. So far, there are no other materials that can replace it, not even higher-grade ones.
However, such a treasure born with the world has long been exhausted since ancient times.
Technically, this treasure is indeed difficult to repair. But recently, there has been a turn of events, which is why I brought you here.”
Su Yuan’s expression changed, and he immediately thought of something, “Elder Wei, are you referring to… the New Dust Realm?”
“That’s correct.” Elder Wei stroked his beard and nodded, “The New Dust Realm is a newly born world. Recently, precious materials from the same era as the Void Gold have been found and sent to the Miracle Workshop. Therefore, there’s a high probability that Void Gold might be among them.
But if you want to find the Void Gold, it’s up to you.
The energy level in the New Dust Realm is only at the Shining Star level. Those above that level cannot enter from the outside. And within the Shining Star level, there’s no one more suitable than you, being a Star Lord.”
Su Yuan pondered. The New Dust Realm was vast, and as a Star Lord, even if he entered, he still had to resist foreign forces and compete for the Tiger Vein.
And with the Demon Soul Avatar not yet awakened, it might not be convenient for him to search for Void Gold.
At this moment, the rusty Heavenly Lock emitted a brighter light, conveying a strong intention to Su Yuan.
Su Yuan looked at the Heavenly Lock, and after a brief contemplation, his eyes sharpened.
“Alright, since you want to shine again, I’ll help you!”
Elder Wei and Duan Tianzhi were both surprised that the Heavenly Lock recognized Su Yuan this way.
After a moment of contemplation, Elder Wei told Su Yuan seriously, “If you want the other three artifact embryos, the Miracle Workshop will complete and deliver the Star Devices to you within a month.
But if you choose the Heavenly Lock…
First, there is no guarantee that you will find Void Gold. Second, even if you find it, the reforging and repair time might be longer.
You should think carefully.”
Elder Wei knew that the current Star Lords were different from artifact refiners like them. They could face battles at any time.
Having an Epic Star Device and not having one were two different levels of strength.
In battles among Star Lords, if it weren’t for the rule that incumbent Star Lords could not use Epic Star Devices gifted by the organization, Wu Qi might not have won against Chen Chunhua.
Having made his decision, there was no need to overthink it.
Su Yuan smiled, “Thank you for the reminder, Elder Wei. I’ve made up my mind.”
Elder Wei nodded, “Alright, if you find Void Gold, I will personally reforge this treasure for you, striving to restore its former glory!”
Duan Tianzhi, standing beside them, was surprised and whispered to Su Yuan, “Lord Su, Elder Wei probably hasn’t personally undertaken a project for ten years.”
Su Yuan could tell that Elder Wei’s status was higher than the other Refining Masters. He immediately said respectfully, “Thank you, Elder Wei!”
Elder Wei laughed, “You’re welcome. I’m responsible for guarding these items, and it’s the duty of our No. 4 Artifact Research Institute to repair them.”
Su Yuan thanked him again.
Elder Wei said, “Additionally, Void Gold comes in different grades, namely Bronze, Silver, and Gold. The Heavenly Lock appears silver now because it originally used ‘silver’ Void Gold during its forging.
So, you need at least this grade of Void Gold for me to have confidence in restoring its previous powers.
According to records on the Blue Sea Star, silver Void Gold is extremely rare, accounting for less than ten percent of all Void Gold.
So, even if there is Void Gold in the New Dust Realm, it won’t be easy to find…”
“I see…” Su Yuan pondered, then nodded, “I understand.”
…
Outside the research institute, after a while, Su Yuan and Duan Tianzhi came out together.
In the research institute, Elder Wei had already handed over the information about the Void Gold to Su Yuan.
Next, he had to go to the New Dust Realm himself to find it.
“Thank you, Grandmaster Duan, for bringing me here,” Su Yuan said to Duan Tianzhi as they walked.
Duan Tianzhi smiled, “It’s my duty. But I didn’t expect Lord Su to choose a deficient ancient Star Device, which is both good and bad…”
The good part was that the nine broken Star Devices treasured in the research institute were indeed extremely precious, with immense powers.
The bad part was that those treasures had been kept at the Miracle Workshop for so many years without being repaired. Even with the New Dust Realm, finding the silver Void Gold remained an uncertainty…
Su Yuan understood Duan Tianzhi’s meaning and smiled, “There’s a chance of success, even if it’s slim. Not trying guarantees failure. If we want a better outcome, we must take the corresponding risks.
And among them, all I can do is try my best to find it.”
Duan Tianzhi re-evaluated Su Yuan with some amazement, “Lord Su, you look young but seem quite carefree.”
Su Yuan smiled and didn’t say much more.
After a brief contemplation, Su Yuan asked, “Speaking of which, I want to personally provide materials to invite a Refining Master from the Miracle Workshop to forge an Epic Grade Fire Element Star Device. What are the conditions?”
“A Fire Element Star Device?” Duan Tianzhi was slightly surprised, “What materials do you have?”
“Heavenly Fallen Purple Iron, Red Flow Fire Essence, and some other Level 4 materials from the New Dust Realm.”
“You even have Red Flow Fire Essence?” Duan Tianzhi was quite astonished. This material wasn’t only highly energetic but also highly malleable, often used to forge versatile Star Devices. It was quite precious!
Su Yuan thought for a moment and produced a ring with a flip of his hand, “All usable materials are inside. Please have a look, Master Duan.”
Duan Tianzhi took the ring and examined it. His expression changed slightly as he did so.
“Three-Life Stone Wood, Ghostly Evil Yin Wind Soil… and so many Level 4 materials. It seems the New Dust Realm is indeed filled with treasures!”
Actually, Duan Tianzhi somewhat exaggerated.
These materials were not only collected by Su Yuan and the Demon Soul but also obtained by killing Star Envoys and subordinates!
Collecting on one’s own couldn’t compare to looting!
Su Yuan asked, “Grandmaster Duan, what do you think?”
Duan Tianzhi nodded, “The main and auxiliary materials in this ring are basically enough to forge a Fire Element Star Device. As for the forging… I can do it for you.”
“Oh?” Su Yuan’s eyes lit up, “What are your conditions, Grandmaster Duan?”
Duan Tianzhi said, “Among the materials Lord Su has, Red Flow Fire Essence and Three-Life Stone Wood are the most precious. If Lord Su is willing, you can use the Three-Life Stone Wood to pay for my service.”
“No problem.” Su Yuan agreed without hesitation.
Resources had to be converted into strength to be valuable.
The Three-Life Stone Wood was obtained in passing after killing a Holy Temple member. Although precious, it was worth exchanging for the service of a Refining Master to forge the Epic Star Device he needed.
Duan Tianzhi nodded, “What kind of Star Device do you want, Lord Su?”
Su Yuan pondered briefly, “A defensive type, preferably with control abilities.”
The Demon Soul Avatar could generate the Demon-controlling God Demon Saber. Although not as powerful as the Demon Saber itself, it was sufficient.
Thus, changing weapons would only be icing on the cake.
The Demon Soul’s attack power was strong, but its defense and control were weak.
Skill slots were limited, so this was the perfect opportunity to use a Star Device to make up for it.
“Defense and control…” Duan Tianzhi pondered briefly and then nodded, “No problem. With the malleability of Red Flow Fire Essence, almost anything can be forged.
But unlike artifact embryos, forging an Epic Star Device from scratch could take several months.”
“I understand.” Su Yuan organized the materials and handed them along with the Three-Life Stone Wood to Duan Tianzhi, “Please take care of it, Master Duan.”
The Demon Soul would take two to three months to recover. There was no short-term need.
Duan Tianzhi accepted the materials, “Alright, I will start forging as soon as possible.”
Su Yuan nodded. Unconsciously, they had arrived at the Artifact Refining Hall.
“Let’s part here.” Su Yuan cupped his hands, “Master Duan, see you next time.”
“Goodbye, Lord Su.”
Su Yuan nodded and then left the Miracle Workshop.
“This Lord Su, although young, exudes an extraordinary feel…” Duan Tianzhi watched Su Yuan leave, pondering silently in his heart.