Chapter 17

Jiesha explained the so-called three castings, three refinements, and three drawings.

The three castings are the casting of martial arts, weapons, and diagrams. Among them, the martial arts casters are known as the elite, more noble than alchemists, because martial arts casters are the masters who create those martial arts classics. Each martial arts caster represents a legend, with incomprehensible martial arts classics written by their pens, passed down for thousands of years, and celebrated by everyone.

The casting of weapons, also known as forging, involves weapons and armor. Skilled weapon casters can use the most ordinary materials to forge extraordinary weapons, which is the magic of their craft.

The casting of diagrams is a specialized field for diagram casters, who are adept at penetrating the mysteries and mastering the profound principles of the five elements, transforming the mundane into the magical. Advanced diagram casters are even regarded as nightmare-like beings.

The three refinements are alchemists, poisoners, and pharmacists. They are similar yet distinct, belonging to different systems with their own complete systems.

The three drawings are talisman drawers, equipment drawers, and pattern drawers. Among them, talisman drawers are the rarest, equipment drawers are similar to professionals who add attributes to weapons, and pattern drawers are said to be only supported by the inner court of the imperial palace. Jiesha also knows very little about pattern drawers.

Bai Chen could see that Jiesha was most proficient in diagram casting. He couldn't help but ask, "If by the standards of this world, what level of diagram caster are you?"

"Actually, the standards of this world vary in many places. For example, in a small city like Qingzhou, a level 5 or 6 can be called a grandmaster."

"Then if measured by the standards of my current upgrade system?" Bai Chen asked.

"Divine Master."

"Divine Master? What level is that?"

"Actually, the ranking system in your mind is a synthesis of countless experiences and wisdom, summarized by supreme immortal techniques. Therefore, it is much clearer and stricter than these messy rankings. You are currently only at the beginner level in all your professions, 1-10 levels are considered the beginner stage. You must understand that above the beginner level is the advanced level, and both beginner and advanced levels are considered entry-level in my view. The subsequent master, grandmaster, and great grandmaster levels will truly allow you to appreciate the profound and exquisite skills of these professions. Of course, these are not all. Above the great grandmaster level, there are divine masters, great divine masters, and celestial masters. Only reaching the celestial master level is the true perfection of the Qin. You still have a long way to go."

Bai Chen understood a bit. Currently, his two professions are not difficult to upgrade, at least not until the advanced level. If these professions were only this level, it would be disappointing.

Now, hearing Jiesha's explanation, Bai Chen became eager to try.

"You're actually here! You scum!"

Suddenly, a voice came from behind Bai Chen. Qin Youwei was pointing at Bai Chen, his face dark and terrifying, his twitching cheeks showing his anger.

Beside Qin Youwei stood a woman with a voluptuous and seductive figure, yet with a touch of arrogance. Her delicate features exuded a sense of heroism, and her brows were cold and beautiful.

"Youwei, what's going on?" Qin Kelan's eyes showed surprise as she looked at Qin Youwei, wondering if anyone in Qingzhou would dare to provoke her brother.

Bai Chen had never met Qin Kelan, but that didn't stop him from using his imagination.

"Hey, you've changed girls again in just a few days." Bai Chen's light-hearted tone instantly made Qin Kelan's face turn icy.

Bai Chen didn't see Qin Kelan's expression, or perhaps he simply didn't pay attention to her, still looking at Qin Youwei with indifference. "What, are you here to get beaten? Or to get beaten?"

"What a bold mouth!" Qin Kelan took two steps forward, looking at Bai Chen coldly.

Qin Youwei couldn't help but raise his eyebrows and said in a low voice, "Sister, this person has repeatedly insulted our Danqi Sect, and even stole the 'Treasure Manual of Odd Pills' and my alchemy tripod, the Mohe tripod, which is worth thousands of gold."

Qin Youwei dared not be the slightest bit disrespectful in front of his sister.

Even though Qin Kelan was standing up for him now, once she knew what he had done, it would be worse than death.

This sister of his had no brotherly affection for him, and her methods were as ruthless as Bai Chen's.

"So you're here for backup." Bai Chen chuckled, his eyes slightly lecherous as he sized up Qin Kelan. "No wonder, I was thinking how a fool like Qin Youwei could hook up with a girl of this caliber. Girl, are you here to stand up for Qin Youwei?"

"Injuring my brother, do you think I will let you off easily?"

Qin Kelan didn't intend to delve into the details of the conflict between Bai Chen and Qin Youwei. It was clear that the matter was not as simple as Qin Youwei described.

But Qin Kelan's thoughts were simple: even if Qin Youwei was in the wrong, he was still her brother.

She could discipline him, but others could not.

Bai Chen walked nonchalantly to Qin Kelan, the faint fragrance from her breath causing him to indulge in fantasies.

Qin Kelan took a small step back. She didn't like strangers getting so close, especially a man with such a lecherous tone, like a pervert.

"Why be so petty over such a small matter? Just consider it as his brother-in-law disciplining him."

The onlookers' faces changed. Bai Chen's words were a blatant provocation, a clear challenge.

Wasn't this exactly what Qin Youwei usually did to innocent girls?

Now, Bai Chen was using it against his own sister.

Qin Youwei was furious, and Qin Kelan was even more so.

As a pampered daughter, Qin Kelan had never encountered such a situation. Who dared to speak to her in such a lecherous manner?

Provocation! This was a blatant provocation!

Just by looking at Qin Kelan's tightly clenched fists, one could tell how angry she was.

Her usually gentle face was now clouded with anger, and a killing aura emanated from her as she stared at Bai Chen.

"Scumbag, do you dare to fight me on the stage?" Qin Kelan didn't attack because she was afraid of Bai Chen, but because she couldn't use force outside the stage.

This rule was established by the five major sects, and even she had to abide by it.

Especially with many people watching, if she used force outside the stage, even if no one would make things difficult for her, many would seize the opportunity to attack her.

Long Tuxiao, who was standing on the stage, had already seen the conflict below. He smiled slightly and said, "Miss Qin, do you need me to deactivate the martial diagram formation?"

"No need to deactivate it. Let's fight within your martial diagram formation. Beauty, do you dare?"

Bai Chen's arrogant tone almost drove Qin Kelan to the brink of madness.

Under normal circumstances, she would never dare to challenge the martial diagram formation of the Dragon Tiger Sect. If she succeeded, it would be a loss of face for the Dragon Tiger Sect, and if she failed, it would be a humiliation for herself.

But now, provoked by Bai Chen, if she said she didn't dare, she would never be able to hold her head up again.

"Friend, if you think the Thousand Changes can be used to defeat Miss Qin, I advise you to reconsider. The Thousand Changes is extremely profound, and a single misstep could lead to irreparable consequences. At least an eighth-level cultivation is required to have a chance of self-preservation. If you think the Thousand Changes can defeat Miss Qin, you are greatly mistaken."

Long Tuxiao was not worried about Bai Chen's life, but he didn't want Bai Chen to use his martial diagram formation as a tool against Qin Kelan.

He knew Bai Chen's cultivation was only at the fifth level, which was far from enough to deal with Qin Kelan, let alone survive in his martial diagram formation.

Regardless of whether it was intentional or not, he was not happy. Another reason was that while the Thousand Changes was versatile and hard to predict, it could only trap an eighth-level expert at most. Qin Kelan, though young, was already a ninth-level expert.

If Qin Kelan decided to break the formation, his and the Dragon Tiger Sect's reputation would be at stake.

The five major sects had privately agreed not to undermine each other, which is why for a long time, few could break their unique skills on the stage.

If it were under normal circumstances, she would never do such a rash thing, but she was currently angry.

As the saying goes, making a woman lose her reason is the most irrational act.

Qin Kelan's feet lightly touched the ground, and she jumped to the edge of the stage, staring coldly at Bai Chen. "I will kill you!"

Bai Chen, however, walked up the stairs to the stage calmly, and everyone watching could see it clearly. Long Tuxiao also noticed.

His brows furrowed. Bai Chen wasn't unable to jump up; in fact, anyone brave enough to step on the stage would almost never use the stairs.

Most of the time, they would display their strength by using strength or lightness to get up.

But by walking up the stairs, Bai Chen was clearly provoking Qin Kelan.

However, just as Bai Chen stepped onto the stage and took another step, Long Tuxiao's face suddenly changed, and he inwardly cursed. Bai Chen's figure had already disappeared.

The martial diagram formation covered most of the stage. Even if Qin Kelan was confident, she stood at the edge of the stage and did not step forward before Bai Chen got on the stage.

She knew the power of the martial diagram formation and had no confidence in breaking it. Of course, she could force her way through, but she had no grudge against Long Tuxiao or the Dragon Tiger Sect and wouldn't risk offending them.

But Bai Chen directly walked into the martial diagram formation, which was clearly a death wish.

What worried Long Tuxiao the most was that Bai Chen entered through the Death Gate. What is the Death Gate? It is the gate of certain death. Even Long Tuxiao, who set up the formation, wouldn't dare to enter through the Death Gate.

The Thousand Changes is based on the principles of Yin and Yang and the Four Symbols, divided into the Life Gate, Death Gate, Odd Gate, and Killing Gate. Each gate has its own mysteries. The Life Gate doesn't guarantee survival, the Death Gate is almost certain death, the Odd Gate is full of changes, and the Killing Gate is filled with resentment.

Even Long Tuxiao himself could only break through the Life Gate. Entering through the other three gates would make it difficult to come out.

Just as Qin Kelan's expression was changing, Bai Chen suddenly emerged from the Odd Gate on the other side, looking at Qin Kelan. "Little lady, are you afraid to come in? I've been waiting here all alone, and it's been quite lonely."

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