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At the Hammer Clan's stronghold in Martial Soul City,
Lu Tai instantly recognized the new design method he had longed for the moment he saw the blueprints.
With this drawing method, he could design even more exquisite parts, reaching the level of a master craftsman from his ancestors' time!
He looked at his son, Lu Hezheng, and confirmed again, "Zheng'er, were these blueprints really drawn by the Second Young Master?"
"Father, the Second Young Master personally gave me these blueprints!"
"He also said that if you want to understand this design method, you have to talk to him personally."
Lu Hezheng looked at his father and said earnestly.
"It seems that this Second Young Master has had a sudden enlightenment after years in the library!"
"If that's the case, then those guys in Gengxin City might not be able to sleep."
Lu Tai was a few years older than Qian Daoliu, and he knew some things.
For example, the Second Young Master couldn't cultivate soul power!
He guessed that Qian Yucheng's blueprints this time were derived from the tens of thousands of volumes in the Martial Soul Hall's library.
Thirty years later, a sudden enlightenment might be hiding secrets they don't know.
"When did he say he'd go to the Craftsmen's Department again?"
"This evening!"
"Alright, I'll go with you now. I'll design the parts on these blueprints myself!"
With that, Lu Tai prepared to leave.
Since the other party had given him time, he just needed to keep the appointment.
The two then left their family's residence and headed to the Craftsmen's Department of the Spirit Hall.
Upon arriving at the Craftsmen's Department, Lu Tai immediately ordered that no one spread the news of his arrival.
He took the blueprints and entered his private design room, quickly getting into work mode.
Qian Yucheng, on the other hand, calmly flipped through his books, occasionally glancing out the window.
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Time passed quickly, and the sun was already half-hidden in the sky.
Qian Yucheng and Ling Yuan arrived at the Hammer Clan's work site in the Craftsmen's Department. This time, he had Ling Yuan accompany him.
The director was already waiting there, anticipating his arrival.
"Second Young Master, Elder Ling Yuan!"
"The parts you needed have all been crafted, and the Clan Chief has also arrived,"
the director said respectfully.
Qian Yucheng smiled and said, "Please lead the way!"
"Please follow me!"
The director led the two to Lu Tai's design studio.
Three minutes later, the director arrived at the door of the design studio.
"Second Young Master, it's inconvenient for me to go in, please!"
Qian Yucheng nodded and knocked on the door three times.
"Please come in!" A deep, aged voice came from the other side of the door.
He turned the doorknob and went in, with Ling Yuan following behind.
As soon as he entered, he saw an old man with white hair and beard, a high hairline, holding a design drawing and reluctant to put it down.
When the old man saw Qian Yucheng enter, he put down the design drawing.
"I am Lu Tai, greetings to Second Young Master and Elder Ling Yuan!"
"Clan Chief Lu is too kind. I apologize for disturbing you!"
Qian Yucheng's words surprised Lu Tai.
"Second Young Master is too kind. Your design is truly beyond my capabilities."
"Moreover, I see hope for further advancement in this blueprint!"
"Please have a seat. I'll bring out the designed parts right away!"
Qian Yucheng sat down in the chair on the right, while Ling Yuan stood quietly to the side.
"These are parts I personally designed based on the blueprints. Please take a look, Second Young Master!"
Lu Tai took out a box from beside him, walked over, and placed it on the table.
Qian Yucheng took the box, opened it, and the neatly arranged parts came into view.
He took out the gears and examined them closely. The workmanship was truly impeccable.
"Clan Chief Lu's skills are indeed remarkable. No wonder you are a renowned forging master on the continent!"
Hearing the praise, Lu Tai shook his head and said, "I'm old, but I still have some skills left!"
Of course, he was still very proud. It was an honor to have his designs recognized and praised.
Qian Yucheng asked curiously, "Clan Chief Lu, how did you create such precise polishing?"
"Second Young Master should have heard that the Hammer Clan's awakened martial soul is a sharp metal file."
"This martial soul is born to design intricate parts. It grants its owner exceptional stability and coordination in both hands and eyes, and after absorbing a soul ring, it can even change form!"
"Therefore, designing delicate parts is quite easy for them."
"However, processing various materials requires considerable experience!"
Lu Tai explained his martial soul with a smile.
This reminded Qian Yucheng of a term: Innate Fitter's Sacred Body.
He praised, "As expected of a family of craftsmen, your martial spirit is truly miraculous!"
"Second Young Master, I've come here hoping you can pass on this drafting method to the Hammer Clan."
"Of course, I'm willing to offer my utmost sincerity in exchange!"
Lu Tai suddenly became serious, his tone extremely respectful.
Qian Yucheng didn't answer directly, but instead asked,
"Clan Chief Lu, did you discover anything when you designed this part?"
Lu Tai nodded and said, "Second Young Master, this part seems to be only half complete. The assembled object should resemble a crossbow, but I'm too dull to deduce the complete design."
"This part is indeed only half complete, and the assembled object is indeed similar to a crossbow, but it's a completely new type!"
"Once designed, it will greatly enhance humanity's defense against soul beasts!"
Qian Yucheng finished speaking, smiling at him.
It must be said that Lu Tai did have some insight; he basically guessed the design's application.
Lu Tai was stunned. The Second Young Master designed this to help humanity defend against soul beast attacks?!
If that's true, it's a great thing for humanity!
"My method of creating component blueprints can be described as revolutionary, ushering in a new era."
"Clan Chief Lu, you should know its significance!"
"Moreover, it contains a completely new approach to craftsmanship development, potentially even changing the future landscape of the continent!"
Qian Yucheng looked into the other's eyes, a smile spreading across his face, radiating powerful confidence.
Lu Tai was all too familiar with this scene. Back then, Grand Elder Qian Daoliu had used this same extreme confidence to elevate the Spirit Hall's prestige to a new level.
He himself was revered by the Soul Master world as: Invincible in the Sky!
However, he was more interested in the new method of craftsmanship development.
If they could acquire it first, the Hammer Clan could very well become the greatest craftsmanship family on the continent!
He asked uncertainly, "Second Young Master, are you sure you're not just making this up?!"
"Of course not. In our lives, there are many things we can't see with the naked eye."
"Pustrated wounds, rotting flesh, moldy fruit—these are all caused by things we can't see."
"But with certain technologies, we can see them very clearly!"
"Even the stars hanging in the night sky—by creating the right tools, we can glimpse a bit of them!"
"These things can't be done with a simple magnifying glass; we need more precise blueprints and more sophisticated instruments!"
Hearing Qian Yucheng's words, Lu Tai was deeply shocked.
A completely new technological direction seemed to truly exist!
Just thinking about it was incredibly exciting!
This was a golden opportunity; he couldn't miss it, he had to seize it!
Without another word, he knelt on one knee, bowed deeply, and clasped his hands in a gesture of respect.
"Lu Tai, the fifteenth patriarch of the Hammer Clan, hereby swears an oath with his Martial Soul!"
"Heaven and earth bear witness, my Hammer Clan is willing to follow the Second Young Master's clan for generations, obeying his commands and charging ahead!"
"If we disobey, may we be punished by heaven and earth, and meet a terrible end!"
After he finished speaking, this voice echoed in the minds of every member of the Hammer Clan.
Lu He looked incredulously in his father's direction; he had actually made a Martial Soul oath!
What magic did the Second Young Master possess that made the entire clan pledge their loyalty?!
However, once the patriarch's Martial Soul oath was made, the clan members would naturally follow!
Qian Yucheng stood up and helped Lu Tai to his feet, saying,
"Patriarch Lu, I guarantee you won't regret your choice today!"
"The Hammer Clan will surpass history and become the greatest craftsman family on the continent!"
"Second Young Master, I believe in you. Now, can I see the remaining blueprints?" Lu Tai stood up, his expression somewhat eager.
Ling Yuan, standing to the side, was speechless with astonishment. Qian Yucheng had used just one blueprint to gain the loyalty of the entire Hammer Clan! "This
is truly an eye-opener!
" Qian Yucheng handed over the remaining blueprints and the design drawings for the finished product.
He trusted his people completely.
Lu Tai took the blueprints and was immediately captivated by the exquisite bow.
Based on experience, this bow's power and portability far surpassed other bows!
A groundbreaking design!
"Second Young Master, please wait a moment, I'll finish the remaining parts right away!"
"I'm really looking forward to seeing the power of this new bow!"
Lu Tai returned to his seat, took out refined iron, and prepared to forge the remaining parts.
"Then thank you for your hard work, Clan Chief Lu!"
Qian Yucheng was equally eager to see what kind of power the finished bow would unleash!
Once in work mode, Lu Tai displayed the skills of a master forger.
Summoning his martial spirit, he gripped a file in his right hand and quickly shaped the metal into the desired form.
In just twenty minutes, he had completed the forging of the remaining blueprint parts.
"Second Young Master, all the parts on the blueprints have been forged according to the design requirements!"
Lu Tai turned to look at Qian Yucheng, a hint of fatigue in his expression.
Qian Yucheng's face lit up with excitement, and he immediately stood up:
"Okay, I'll start assembling it now!"
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(End of Chapter)