Chapter 1236: Chapter 1235: Life-bound Magical Artifact

"Master, do you really not have a life-bound magical artifact? I’ve indeed heard of a situation where if someone reaches the Primordial Essence Rank, the life-bound magical artifact becomes useless."

Wang Junyi looked at Su Changfeng in disbelief. If his master didn’t have a life-bound magical artifact, could it be that he had already reached the Primordial Essence Rank?

No way? You must know, that’s the highest rank, and it’s said that in the Tianyuan Continent, there are only three people.

In Wang Junyi’s eyes, a Seventh-rank Expert is already incredibly powerful. He had only seen a Seventh-rank Expert with his own eyes and never thought that he could encounter someone at the Primordial Essence Rank in his lifetime.

Su Changfeng was unsure of his current rank since he did not have a life-bound magical artifact. However, given that Primordial Essence is the strongest rank in this world, it probably isn’t something his current strength can compare to, right?

"I need you to do me a favor. Can you help me find a good painter?" Su Changfeng didn’t continue discussing ranks, but in Wang Junyi’s eyes, Su Changfeng was already a Primordial Master.

"Sure!" Wang Junyi said without hesitation.

In fact, no matter what request Su Changfeng made, he wouldn’t refuse. In his eyes, Su Changfeng was a Primordial Master, and he was now the disciple of a Primordial Master. How could he not accomplish even such a small task?

"Alright, then bring him over tomorrow. By the way, don’t forget to prepare brush and ink," Su Changfeng said.

"Understood." Wang Junyi nodded.

"Alright, there’s nothing else. I’ll head back now. As for our relationship, it must not be disclosed for the time being." Su Changfeng reminded again.

Wang Junyi naturally agreed repeatedly. He would definitely not say a word about it, not even to his father.

He understood that his future success was closely tied to Su Changfeng, so he naturally wouldn’t do anything to displease him.

As Su Changfeng’s figure gradually walked away, Wang Junyi remained standing in place, unable to shake off the excitement: "I never imagined that I, Wang Junyi, would have such a fortune this lifetime to be apprenticed to a Primordial Master. Father, you’ve always hoped I could maintain the position of City Lord, but now, what is the position of City Lord worth?"

"Our vision was too small, unaware that there are myriad sceneries in this world. As long as I follow Master, one day I will enter the realm of imperial power."

Meanwhile, at the Shen Family.

Shen Yunlong, who had tested Su Changfeng, found Shen Rushuang and told her about the previous events. Shen Yunlong’s expression was disdainful, believing Su Changfeng to be a complete waste, while Shen Rushuang’s suspicions were overthinking things.

Someone he could send flying with a casual punch, how could they be a match for a Fourth-rank Expert?

Upon hearing this, Shen Rushuang’s beautiful brows slightly furrowed. Although she didn’t believe Su Changfeng was a hidden master, the previous events seemed too coincidental.

"If Su Changfeng is powerless, then how do you explain the disappearance of those people?" Shen Rushuang asked.

Shen Yunlong was never interested in these matters and responded indifferently: "Rushuang, I think you’re overthinking it. Maybe that guy was just lucky, which doesn’t explain anything."

Shen Rushuang naturally wasn’t like Shen Yunlong. She felt things weren’t that simple. Besides, even if he was lucky, they should still explain how those people disappeared, shouldn’t they?

But now, nothing can be investigated, brushing it off with a simple statement of luck, something feels off.

"Brother, the hunting event is about to start. Are you going this time?" Shen Rushuang asked.

"Of course, initially I didn’t plan to return so soon, but thinking about the upcoming hunting event, I rushed back. If I can become a Beast Tamer, I can rise to prominence just the same," Shen Yunlong said.

Shen Rushuang nodded, understanding that being a Beast Tamer was also significant in Xingluo. If Shen Yunlong could become a Beast Tamer, he could naturally enter Xingluo.

"I plan to have Su Changfeng give it a try too," Shen Rushuang said.

"Do you still think he’s some kind of master?" Shen Yunlong said with some helplessness. He understood his sister’s intentions, but from his perspective, it wasn’t necessary. He had already tested Su Changfeng’s strength, what was there to further explore?

"Not only do I want to test him, but I also want to take this opportunity to eliminate him," Shen Rushuang said.

Shen Yunlong realized, waved it off with a smile, and said, "There’s no need for such hassle. If you want to kill him, I can take care of him right now for you."

Shen Rushuang shook her head and said, "Brother, don’t worry about it. Although you can easily kill him, if he dies at the hunting event, I would have a legitimate reason to keep vigil for him."

"Alright, as long as you’re happy. But you better warn this waste, not to wander around aimlessly. Seeing him makes me feel bad," Shen Yunlong said.

Shen Rushuang nodded in agreement, feeling the same. Watching a wastrel wandering around every day was truly irritating.

The next day, Su Changfeng and Wang Junyi met at the old place, with the elder following Wang Junyi.

"Master, he is the most skilled painter in Tianshui City. Whatever instructions you have, just tell him directly," Wang Junyi said.

The elder kept his head down and never looked directly at Su Changfeng. Hearing Wang Junyi refer to Su Changfeng as a master, he was somewhat surprised but didn’t show it.

The elder was very wise. He knew not to be curious about things that shouldn’t concern him, which is how one can live longer.

Su Changfeng nodded and spoke to the elder: "Sir, I called you here hoping you could help me paint a picture. I will describe her appearance to you, and you try to paint it, is that okay?"

"Alright, if the young master describes her accurately, I will naturally do my best to try," the elder nodded in agreement.

Then, the elder began painting based on Su Changfeng’s description. Having spent a long time with Chen Qingqing, Su Changfeng was familiar with her features, so he described Chen Qingqing’s key traits.

The elder deserved his reputation as Tianshui City’s top painter, having completed Chen Qingqing’s image in less than an hour. The key was that it bore a 90% resemblance to Chen Qingqing, making Su Changfeng nod in satisfaction.

After finishing the painting, the elder asked: "May I ask if the young master is satisfied with this painting?"

Looking at the painting in his hands, even though it wasn’t a hundred percent resemblance, achieving such accuracy solely based on description was commendable. Su Changfeng didn’t hold back in his praise: "Not bad, very good. The old master truly lives up to being Tianshui City’s finest painter."

The elder smiled slightly and asked, "As long as the young master is satisfied, it seems my life is spared after all."

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