My Master Only Breaks Through on the Edge of Death

By gauging the expressions of the three Heavenly Refinement Sect artifact refining masters, Xu Fan immediately knew he hadn't concealed the aura of a grandmaster of artifact refinement well enough.

There are aspects of excellence that unavoidably shine brightly. Xu Fan didn't intend for it, but it was what it was.

As the trio of artifact refining masters walked along the Rune Road, their expressions quickly turned respectful.

Upon reaching Xu Fan, they bowed immediately and said, "We pay our respects to the Grandmaster."

"You are guests, there's no need for formalities." Xu Fan said with a jovial smile.

In the Main Peak's Welcoming Hall, Xu Fan came to understand the purpose of the visit by the three Heavenly Refinement Sect elders.

"If you need assistance designing a few starships, this is simple, it's not worth the three elders making a special trip," Xu Fan said with a smile.

"Our Supreme Elder Number Two, upon seeing the Classical Starship from the Thousand Spirit Sect, understood that the Great Elder's expertise in this area is extraordinary, and specifically sent us to seek advice," one of them said.

"Upon arrival, we realized that the Great Elder is, in fact, a Grandmaster of Artifact Refining. We didn't prepare enough gifts, we are truly sorry." The leading artifact refining grandmaster said, the expression on his face was sincere.

"No need to be so courteous," Xu Fan quickly waved his hand to dismiss their comments. In truth, he would have preferred the Heavenly Refinement Sect remain unaware of his promotion to the Grandmaster of artifact refining. If the news spread, numerous high-quality Mahayana Venerables would likely visit him.

A plan was forming; he wondered whether the gifts Number One and Number Two would offer him would be too tempting to refuse. In the future, if a task arose, they would perform it.

With three jade discs appearing in Xu Fan's hand, these were starship designs that Pu Tao created during his leisure time. These designs were considered outdated now.

However, the structure of these designs is definitely superior compared with conventional starships.

"These are starship designs my Sect's artifact refining grandmaster and I meticulously created. They have been shelved due to a shortage of materials from the Spiritual Mine."

"If your sect has a use for them, feel free to take them." Xu Fan generously offered.

In reality, these starship designs only occupied Pu Tao's time for less than half a day.

With a working framework available, Pu Tao could easily replicate as many sets of the design as needed.

"How can we of the Thousand Refining Sect take the Grandmaster's items for free?" The leading Artifact Refining Master spoke as he retrieved a Dao Artifact Palace that resembled a warehouse.

"This is a token of gratitude from our sect, we hope the Grandmaster will kindly accept it."

Without giving Xu Fan any opportunity to decline, the Artifact Refining Master handed over the Dao Artifact to Xu Gang. Xu Gang took it nonchalantly.

"Well, alright then. However, I have a request," Xu Fan spoke.

"Anything you need, Grandmaster, please just ask."

"The three elders, can you keep the matter of my Grandmaster of Artifact Refining status secret?" Xu Fan inquired.

The three of them exchanged glances.

"We can, but it's doubtful how long we can keep your Grandmaster status a secret," Wen Xing asserted.

Upon hearing this remark, Xu Fan frowned questioningly.

"In a few years, our Great Supreme Elder will be emerging from seclusion and will undoubtedly recognize your Grandmaster status," the Artifact Refining Grandmaster explained.

"When concealing my status, every second counts. I implore the three elders to keep my secret," Xu Fan smiled and said.

"We will keep your secret," the three Artifact Refining Masters said in unison.

Hearing their unequivocal promise, Xu Fan nodded in satisfaction.

Afterwards, several of them began discussing the path of artifact refining with Xu Fan.

Only after three days of fruitful discussion did the three Heavenly Refinement Sect's Artifact Refining Masters leave contentedly.

"The season of many matters…. " Xu Fan sighed.

At this moment, Pu Tao announced the arrival of the Honored One from the Thousand Spirit Sect.

Above the Hundred-Thousand-Li Giant Lake, Xu Fan and the Honored One of the Thousand Spirit Sect were sunbathing.

"With the two starships forged by the Great Elder, I dare say that apart from encountering massive warships from the Demon Clan, we could traverse the Cosmic Ocean at will," said the Honored One of the Thousand Spirit Sect with a smile.

"Have you gathered any good items recently? After all, the starship made from a Vast Void Gaint Beast can go to the disaster-ridden areas in the Inner Zone," Xu Fan remarked.

"I want to, but the Eldest Brother won't let me. Just the spiritual ore we collected at the edge is enough to satisfy him," replied the Honored One.

"If the Great Supreme Elder says not to go, you'd better not. Otherwise, you might end up being whipped."

"I think the Great Supreme Elder treats you well, but when it comes to discipline you, he won't show mercy," said Xu Fan with a laugh. He was visualizing the scene of the Supreme Elder of Thousand Spirit Sect punishing the Honored One with a Walking Thunder Whip.

The Thousand Years Venerable immediately felt a kindred spirit, gazing at Xu Fan with moist eyes, saying, "The Great Elder understands my pain. The Eldest Brother really doesn't hold back when disciplining me."

"Last time, your Pang Fu sent me a message, and I received it."

"Our sect happens to have a special type of spiritual mine that's perfect for refining Dao Artifact Spiritual Swords."

"There's a lot, and this time I brought half for you," the Honored One said.

"Thank you, Esteemed One."

"We have a relationship, Great Elder. Please don't be formal," said the Honored One with a slight frown.

"What I mean by 'thank you' is that I'll take this batch for free."

"....." Perhaps my vision is too short-sighted.

"Take them if you want. You must be preparing them for those Sword Formation Dao disciples in your sect," the Honored One guessed.

Xu Fan smiled and nodded. Now, the Hidden Spirit Sect, including Zhu Jiao, had a total of six disciples of Sword Formation Dao.

He wanted to design a Dao Artifact Spiritual Sword production line to avoid trouble once those disciples reached the required cultivation level.

Moreover, when there are enough Dao Artifact-level spiritual swords are ready, a Ten-thousand Sword Pool could be created.

Firstly, this is good for maintenance. Secondly, it can catalyze the creation of spiritual swords with Sword Spirits.

"I have to say, nurturing several Sword Formation Dao disciples in the sect will be troublesome if there aren't a few Artifact Refining Grandmasters," the Honored One sighed.

"Ever since our sect captured that Demon Race Refiner Grandmaster, the disciples of Sword Formation Dao have been ecstatic."

"Especially considering we have a Mahayana Period Venerable in our sect who majors in Sword Formation Dao. Previously, those poor Artifact Refining Grandmasters in our sect even tried to avoid him."

"Now they can finally raise their heads high. Sixteen spiritual swords of Dao Artifact level, Eight Hundred and Ten Treasure Swords... he's really starting to overshadow me," chuckled the Honored One.

"What do you think he would do if you gave him three Immortal Artifact Spirit Swords?" Xu Fan joked.

"Then he'd become the Fourth Supreme Elder of the Thousand Spirit Sect. Unfortunately, he doesn't have three Immortal Artifact Spirit Swords."

"Can he overpower you in combat power then?"

"No, if he gets three Immortal Artifact Spirit Swords, it wouldn't be too much for me to carry Five Immortal Treasures, would it?" the Honored One smirked.

"Speaking of Immortal Tools, please ask the Great Supreme Elder to wait a little longer. In at most another 20 years, the custom-made Immortal Tool will be delivered to him," Xu Fan pondered and said.

Number One is to forge Immortal Tools for him, and Number Two will be in charge of taking orders. This is Xu Fan's future plan.

"20 years, that's good to hear. I wonder how much longer I have to wait for my Immortal Tool," the Honored One finally couldn't resist asking.

Although he hadn't mentioned their Immortal Tools during his visits, Xu Fan could see from his every glance and gesture that he was in a hurry for the order.

"Give me another 10 years. After all, unlike Dao Tools, Immortal Tools can't be successively forged."