Eunuch Liu no longer continued this topic. He picked up the biggest piece of stony metal and weighed it in his hands. “I’ll need this much for the modification. I’ll shamelessly accept the remaining pieces.”

After explaining repeatedly that it was fine, Qianye arranged an entire floor for Eunuch Liu to work. He also announced that no one was to disturb the old man.

The eunuch put down his backpack and produced one part after the other until an incredibly intricate workstation had been assembled. Then, he fished out several packages, each containing dozens of different-sized tools. Just the sight of his equipment proved how extraordinary the eunuch’s skills were.

Eunuch Liu said, “Modifying these two weapons is no easy feat. Fortunately, this old man brought enough materials for the procedure. Three days should be enough. Out of caution, I would ask you not to travel very far. I’ll call for you immediately if I need help.”

Qianye replied, “I’ll certainly comply.”

The eunuch spoke no more as he picked up an unknown piece of metal. Cutting off a finger-sized piece, he began refining it with origin power in a small furnace the size...