Chapter 3174: Trust My Professional Expertise! Telekinetic Weapon...

There, before his eyes, materialized a perfect wheel!

It radiated a piercing, earthy-yellow glow, circled by rings of bizarre runes that exuded a heavy, profound aura.

A flicker of curiosity crossed Wang Teng's eyes.

This exotic treasure was rather intriguing.

Through the practiced eyes of a Saint-level blacksmith, he could tell this artifact was at least a creation of the peak Sixth Tribulation Saint level.

In other words, what they commonly referred to as a peak King-level Immortal treasure!

To reach such a caliber, it was naturally extraordinary.

Faint traces of a "spiritual" presence even lingered within it, indicating that this unique treasure had likely birthed an "artifact soul."

"Wang Teng, this treasure seems even better than that shield from earlier,"

Gongyang Yu approached, lowering his voice as he spoke.

It was not that he coveted the artifact; its attributes mismatched his own, rendering it useless to him.

He simply had not expected that a treasure Wang Teng casually stumbled upon would surpass the one he himself had unearthed through grueling effort.

It was truly a case of comparison breeding despair!

"Mm."

Wang Teng nodded without concealment, stating plainly, "This treasure has indeed birthed a remarkable artifact soul."

"An artifact soul!" Gongyang Yu gasped in surprise once more.

Generally speaking, once an item reached the Saint level, the probability of it birthing an artifact soul increased significantly.

Even First Tribulation Saint-level items stood a chance of doing so.

However, these souls varied in strength, a factor intrinsically linked to the smith's own attainment.

Naturally, it was also heavily intertwined with luck.

Therefore, regardless of the circumstances, birthing an artifact soul was undeniably a rare feat.

Take the shield he had found earlier, for instance; it bore no trace of an artifact soul's presence.

Yet now, Wang Teng was telling him that the treasure before them had actually manifested one, which could not help but astound him.

"For real?"

Seeing Wang Teng's impassive expression, Gongyang Yu could not resist asking out of curiosity.

He was not a Saint-level sub-professional master, so it was typically difficult for him to discern whether an artifact harbored a soul.

Unless one infused their soul power deep into the treasure, or the artifact soul revealed itself willingly.

"Why would I lie to you?"

Wang Teng rolled his eyes, exasperated that the truth went unbelieved.

"No, no, it's not that I don't believe you, I'm just too shocked," Gongyang Yu said sheepishly.

"Have a little faith in my professional expertise," Wang Teng remarked.

"..."

Gongyang Yu felt like Wang Teng was showing off, but he had no proof.

A Saint-level sub-professional master was a big deal... well, alright, it truly was extraordinary, and to be honest, he was quite envious.

"Then, are you going to exchange for this treasure?"

Seeing Wang Teng still sizing up the artifact before him, Gongyang Yu could not help but ask again.

"Let's look a bit more."

Wang Teng had already swept out his spiritual telekinesis, gathering the attribute bubbles scattered around the treasure.

Another wave of [Wealth] attributes flowed into his account.

Aside from that, he was secretly sensing and observing the treasure's artifact soul.

An artifact with a soul would not be so easily taken away.

Because it would flee on its own.

However, there was no need to panic!

As a Saint-level sub-professional master, Wang Teng naturally possessed methods to seal an ownerless treasure.

His current observation of the artifact's condition was precisely to find a way to seal it.

In truth, as long as one deciphered the runic structure on the surface and within the interior of the item, it would pose no great difficulty.

From this perspective, sub-professionals generally found it easier to control various forged items than martial warriors did.

Of course, if one were a spiritual telekinetist, the advantage would be even greater.

And Wang Teng just so happened to possess every single advantage.

Gongyang Yu was shaken inwardly, amazed that Wang Teng had still not made a choice.

This was a treasure that had birthed an artifact soul!

In the outside world, it was an absolute rarity, something countless Immortal-level powerhouses would fight crazily over.

Could it be that in Wang Teng's mind, this was still not enough to pique his interest?

Sometimes Gongyang Yu really felt Wang Teng was a master of pretension, making one's teeth itch with annoyance.

How detestable!

How could someone be so good at putting on airs?

Yet there was nothing to be done, for the man truly possessed immense capability.

Buzz!

At that moment, as if sensing Wang Teng's predatory gaze, the treasure before them shuddered violently and attempted to flee into the distance.

"Holy crap! It's trying to run!"

Gongyang Yu's eyes widened, and he could not help but cry out in alarm.

"Run?"

Wang Teng smiled coldly, and his spiritual telekinesis instantly surged out, accompanied by heaven-and-earth miraculous fire.

Boom!

Under the control of his spiritual telekinesis, the green flames instantly transformed into a cage, trapping the treasure within.

Sizzle~

The moment the treasure touched the Emerald Glazed Flame, an eroding sizzle rang out, and a yellowish smoke drifted upward.

However, this was a peak King-level Immortal treasure after all, so it was not easily damaged.

The instant it came into contact with the miraculous fire, it naturally recoiled immediately.

It was exceedingly wary of these flames!

Yet it rallied swiftly, threatening to force its way through the emerald glaze of the pyre.

"Seal!" Wang Teng barked, granting it no such quarter.

A torrent of spiritual telekinesis surged from the emerald glaze, winding tightly around the artifact.

Runes manifested like iron chains, locking down the inscriptions upon the treasure and stalling its volatile energy.

Hum! Hum! Hum!

The artifact shuddered violently, desperate to shatter its bonds.

A phantom beast coalesced upon its surface, unleashing a torrent of mute, ferocious roars.

"Oh?"

Gongyang Yu let out a soft exclamation. "Is that the artifact soul?"

Wang Teng nodded. "It should be a Ground-Cleaving Black-Armored Beast."

"Not a star beast of the deep void, but still a formidable earth-attribute creature."

"The materials used to forge this must have included its scales, cosmic bones, or core."

Gongyang Yu stroked his chin, lost in thought. "A Ground-Cleaving Black-Armored Beast... I believe I have heard of it."

He pondered for a moment, then clapped his hands in realization.

"Right, its defense and strength are said to be absolutely staggering."

"Its scales are ideal for earth-attribute armor, but why forge them into a circular wheel?"

Gongyang Yu frowned, his confusion deepening as he spoke.

"Who says those scales can only make armor? You lack imagination," Wang Teng scoffed, curling his lip.

"..."

Gongyang Yu felt thoroughly slighted, his eyelid twitching in silent frustration.

Fine, we all know you are a grand Saint-level master.

Must you dismiss me so casually?

Can we not simply remain amicable companions?

He stared at Wang Teng with a gaze so resentful it mirrored a spurned lover.

Regrettably, he was merely casting pearls before swine.

Wang Teng ignored him entirely, murmuring to himself, "If I am not mistaken, the power within this wheel is terrifying."

"Furthermore, it is no mere martial weapon; it is a telekinetic armament!"

"A telekinetic armament!" Gongyang Yu forgot his grievance, his expression shifting to awe as he stared at the wheel.

"Yes. A weapon for the mind."

Wang Teng's eyes flashed with brilliance as he channeled his spiritual telekinesis to master the wheel.

Though unrefined, his understanding of its runes allowed him to command a fraction of its power.

The moment the words left his lips, the wheel quivered, its runes igniting as if waking from sleep.

Swoosh!

An instant later, it dissolved into a streak of earthy amber light, shooting forth at blinding speed.

Gongyang Yu saw only a blur before the weapon vanished, prompting a startled cry: "So fast!"

It truly was a telekinetic weapon.

With his reflexes, he could barely trace its trajectory—no ordinary blade could achieve this.

Only a weapon forged for the mind possessed such velocity.

Even at the peak of the King-Sealing Immortal tier.

Boom!

Before he could dwell on it, a violent tremor shook the distant void, tearing the very fabric of space.

"Is that the true might of the wheel?"

Gongyang Yu watched the spectacle in awe, his throat suddenly dry.

Wang Teng raised his hand, and the amber streak settled gently into his palm. He turned with a smile. "Not bad. What do you think?"

Gongyang Yu swallowed hard, his eyes glued to the wheel. "And you still won't choose it?"

He found the power staggering; for Wang Teng to reject it seemed an absolute travesty.

"Not yet," Wang Teng replied, unmoved.

A telekinetic weapon was grand, but a King-Sealing Immortal artifact was not the pinnacle.

Besides, such a weapon surely required a corresponding cultivation technique to unleash its full potential.

Without it, its efficacy would be severely compromised.

He wondered why the Alliance Army had placed such a deceptive piece here.

Was it not a trap for the unwary?

"..."

Gongyang Yu opened his mouth, entirely at a loss for words.

Very well.

You win.

Your standards are matchless.

He wished to complain, but the words died in his throat.

Had their attributes aligned, he would have claimed it instantly, despite not being a telekinetic master.

Even as a conventional weapon, its destructive force was undeniable.

And worst case, if he could not wield it, he could always barter it away.

In the realm of the supreme, barter was the finest currency; he might trade it for his heart's desire.

In short, its value was undeniable.

He stood to lose nothing.

Yet, remembering Wang Teng's uncanny knack for discovery, he reasoned he could afford to wait.

Patience.

Patience.

Do not rush.

Gongyang Yu wrenched his gaze away from the wheel, chanting a silent mantra to calm his spirit.

Since Wang Teng was passing it by, he could always return for it if the subsequent treasures failed to impress.

Wang Teng glanced at him, a faint smile playing on his lips.

He knew exactly what Gongyang Yu was thinking.

If the other man wanted to claim this treasure, he wouldn’t refuse—after all, it wasn’t something he absolutely needed.

This way, he saved himself a great deal of trouble.

Otherwise, finding a suitable treasure for Gongyang Yu would be no easy task either.

It would amount to custom-making a relic—quite troublesome.

“Let’s go.”

Wang Teng had already absorbed the *Wealth Qi* attribute; now there was no reason to linger.

The two of them turned and walked away.

From afar, onlookers exchanged stunned glances, still reeling from what they’d just witnessed.

“Holy shit, that artifact was insane!”

“What level of treasure was that? One strike, and it tore through space—Wang Teng hadn’t even fully refined it yet!”

“Could it have been a Sealed Immortal-level relic?!?”

“That’s incredible!”

…

A crowd stood in awe, quickly following behind Wang Teng, their anticipation growing.

Even if they could only watch, it would be worth it.

“Hahaha! Who did I say it was? It’s you, kid!”

Suddenly, laughter echoed from the distant void, reaching Wang Teng’s ears.

“Candle Demon Venerable!”

Wang Teng turned toward the streaking light approaching from afar, a flicker of surprise crossing his face.

Apparently, the commotion had drawn these powerful figures.

“Hmm, there’s another one?”

Candle Demon Venerable arrived beside Wang Teng, walking side by side with him, then noticed Gongyang Yu.

But in his eyes, a mere immortal-tier being like Gongyang Yu meant nothing—he barely spared him a glance.

“This is my senior from Star Academy, Gongyang Yu,” Wang Teng introduced.

“So you’re a prodigy from Star Academy!”

Only now did Candle Demon Venerable show a hint of interest, taking a moment to appraise Gongyang Yu before praising, “Star Academy truly isn’t ordinary. Even a single prodigy stepping out is so extraordinary.”

“Your praise is too kind, sir!” Gongyang Yu said humbly, bowing in gratitude.

Before a sealed immortal-tier being of the Candle Dragon Clan, he dared not act arrogant or careless.

Unlike Wang Teng, who had no such restraint.

Of course, he also knew Wang Teng had the means to back such boldness—otherwise, this Candle Demon Venerable wouldn’t treat him with such courtesy.

He remembered well that Wang Teng had once saved this very Venerable’s life.

Candle Demon Venerable said no more, only asking, “Wang Teng, are you helping this young friend find a treasure?”

“Oh? Haven’t you found what you were looking for either, sir?” Wang Teng turned to him, already reading the other’s thoughts, feeling both amused and exasperated.

“Hehe…” Candle Demon Venerable chuckled. “The treasures in this vault are harder to find than I imagined.”

“Such a pointless endeavor.”

“To be honest, I ran into several immortal-tier Venerables earlier—they couldn’t find what they wanted either.”

“Oh?!” Wang Teng was genuinely surprised.

Other immortal-tier Venerables hadn’t found what they sought? The difficulty was far greater than he’d thought.

Yet he hadn’t felt any of it at all.

Wasn’t this quite simple?

“It’s true. You might run into them soon enough.”

Seeing Wang Teng didn’t believe him, Candle Demon Venerable sighed wryly—of course, this guy simply couldn’t grasp such things.

His *True Sight Eye* was just too damn useful.

“Alright.”

Wang Teng could already foresee what lay ahead, but he didn’t care.

The more difficult it became, the more his advantage shone.

After all, others didn’t possess a talent like *True Sight Eye*. Even if they had similar abilities, none could match it.

(End of chapter)