Lin Qing stared at Lin Qian, at a loss for words. To him, Lin Qian's confidence wasn't just high—it was beyond arrogant!
He had met many confident people before, but none like Lin Qian. There was something indescribable about Lin Qian, a feeling that made Lin Qing somehow believe that Lin Qian was truly powerful.
"Why do I even think like this?" Lin Qing rubbed his chubby face, glancing at his unconscious master, now filled with doubt.
Could Lin Qian really fix the seal in his master's dantian? After all, the person who placed that seal was from another world, unbelievably powerful.
Time passed slowly. Lin Qing sat cross-legged on the bed, watching Lin Qian closely.
Throughout this time, Yun Yunyan stayed by Lin Di's side, caring for him in the way only a loving wife could. Lin Qing found himself feeling grateful that his master had such a devoted partner.
But as for Lin Qian, Lin Qing couldn't make sense of him. Lin Qian would often wave his hands around, doing seemingly random things, as if he had gone mad. Sometimes, he would talk to himself, mentioning things that Lin Qing couldn't comprehend, like improving the education system or national exams. He even spoke about a Ministry of Health, ensuring food safety, and understanding the dietary habits of different races.
"Strange fellow. Does this master's son have some brain problem? Why is he rambling nonsense?" Lin Qing muttered to himself, watching Lin Qian in confusion.
If Lin Qian knew that his careful planning for the Huaxia Empire was seen as madness by Lin Qing, he probably would have slapped him right across the face.
Time passed quickly, and after half an hour, Lin Qian suddenly produced a crystal vial in his hand, filled with a clear, golden liquid.
"Finally done. Thank you both for your hard work," Lin Qian said, addressing Zhuge Ming and Hua Sheng from the Huaxia Empire on Xuanyuan Star.
"Your Majesty, this is but our duty," Zhuge Ming replied respectfully.
"In fact, this potion-making task was much more interesting than recent matters," Hua Sheng added, sounding amused.
Hearing this, Lin Qian examined the vial in his hand, realizing that Lin Qing was right. His father's previous world must have been quite extraordinary.
After all, matters on the Soul Martial Continent were easily resolved by the Huaxia Empire's technology, almost effortlessly. But the seal in Lin Di's body had taken half an hour to analyze and treat!
"It seems the seal in Father's body is indeed remarkable," Lin Qian mused as he studied the golden liquid in his hand.
Lin Qing, who had been watching, chuckled. "Finally seeing sense?"
"Hmm, for this to take half an hour of research and even intrigue my Imperial Physician—yes, that's impressive," Lin Qian replied thoughtfully, his curiosity piqued by the complexity of the seal.
Then, Lin Qian unexpectedly turned to look at Lin Qing. Their eyes met for a moment.
"Only 'interesting'? Young master, your tone is too much!" Lin Qing retorted, still not fully convinced.
"Well, just watch," Lin Qian said casually, ignoring Lin Qing's indignant expression. He handed the crystal vial to his mother. "Mother, please give it to Father."
Yun Yunyan nodded gently, carefully removing the stopper and pouring the golden liquid into Lin Di's mouth.
As soon as the liquid entered his body, Lin Di's skin began to glow with a soft, golden light. The powerful medicinal energy coursed through his meridians, converging toward his dantian.
The golden energy surged like a mighty river, pouring into his dantian, where a small, cracked spear—the core of his Yuan Artifact—floated, bound by chains.
The golden liquid flowed into the dantian, spreading throughout Lin Di's body and nourishing him. It seeped into the cracks of the Yuan Artifact core, slowly repairing it.
"Huh?" Lin Qing's eyes widened in shock. He could feel his master's damaged body being restored, and the seal around the Yuan Artifact core was being altered.
"What's going on? That liquid was just medicine, but how is it affecting the seal? I'm the core's spirit, yet even I'm being repaired!" Lin Qing muttered, utterly bewildered by what was happening.
"The potion contains elements of formation magic and soul minerals. It not only nourishes Father's body but also repairs the seal—and even fixes you," Lin Qian explained casually. "With so many functions packed into one potion, no wonder it took half an hour to create. You're lucky, little one. You're benefiting from Father's treatment too, so be grateful."
Lin Qing didn't argue this time. He was too stunned, the shock evident on his face. After a long silence, he finally spoke, "I've never seen anything like this. It's similar to a pill but far more powerful. Young master, how did you manage this?"
"It wasn't me, but the talents of my empire," Lin Qian said with a smile. "Well, are you convinced now?"
"I am!" Lin Qing replied seriously, nodding in admiration.
Satisfied, Lin Qian continued, "Now, can you tell me more about what a Yuan Artifact spirit actually is?"
"Yuan Artifact spirits? In certain rare instances, when Heaven and Earth Spiritual Water is added during the refining process, the resulting Yuan Artifacts or Soul Artifacts can gain a spirit. But, not to be rude, young master, this Soul Martial Continent doesn't have such water," Lin Qing explained, waving his chubby hand dismissively.
"Is that so? Heaven and Earth Spiritual Water?" Lin Qian nodded thoughtfully. "Is there no other method?"
Lin Qing shook his head slowly. "As far as I know, Heaven and Earth Spiritual Water is the only way. I can't say if there are other methods."
Lin Qian pondered this for a moment, then murmured to himself, "If I could acquire Heaven and Earth Spiritual Water, it would spark a revolution."
"Revolution? What do you mean?" Lin Qing asked, confused.
"With Heaven and Earth Spiritual Water, it would be possible to create Yuan Artifacts with sentient spirits. Imagine Soul Artifacts with intelligence!" Lin Qian's face lit up with excitement, his fists clenched in anticipation.
"If that's the case, I might even be able to create something like Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, or Megatron!"
At that, Lin Qing was left even more baffled.