<strong>Capítulo 1701: Chapter 1692: Expressions of Shock</strong>


    However, just when many people thought Di Qinglin was going to lose, the eyes of the judging Artifact Refiner suddenly widened.


    A hint of shock and astonishment rose on his face, as if he had discovered some treasure on the War Soldier crafted by Di Qinglin.


    “How is it possible? How could the quality of this War Soldier be better than Si Xuan’s?”


    While examining the War Soldier crafted by Di Qinglin, the first Artifact Refiner was suddenly horrified in his heart.


    “There is also this War Soul Seal; what kind of War Soul Seal is this? I’ve never seen it before!”


    Upon discovering the War Soul Seal within the War Soldier, the judging Artifact Refiner’s eyes widened again.


    “What is it? Are you shocked that Di Qinglin really ruined the War Soldier?”


    Noticing the first judging Artifact Refiner’s expression, the Master beside him couldn’t help but remark in surprise.


    “This… this War Soldier… is somewhat peculiar!”


    With his face flushed, the Artifact Refiner finally stammered out this sentence.


    “What’s peculiar? Let me see!”


    The Master beside him snorted disdainfully, then took the War Soldier to examine it carefully.


    But when he sent a trace of Yuan Qi inside the War Soldier, a look of astonishment quickly appeared on his face.


    “This… how is this possible?!”


    The Master opened his eyes wide, looking incredulously at the War Soldier in his hand, muttering to himself.


    The reason he was so shocked was that the quality of this War Soldier was the best he had seen in his life!


    With the previous two Masters shocked, other Masters were quickly attracted to the War Soldier crafted by Di Qinglin.


    Seeing the sudden interest from the Judgement Department in Di Qinglin’s War Soldier, Si Xuan’s brows furrowed deeply.


    He originally had great confidence in this round of Artifact Refining, but seeing this scene, he couldn’t help but feel anxious.


    A momentter, the War Soldier by Di Qinglin was sequentially examined by the guards and Masters.


    Without exception, everyone who saw Di Qinglin’s War Soldier revealed astonished and shocked expressions.


    It was because Di Qinglin’s War Soldier caused such a shock that Si Xuan’s War Soldier was left unreviewed by the first judging Master.


    “What’s going on with the Judgement Department? Did Di Qinglin really ruin the War Soldier?”


    “It doesn’t seem so. If the War Soldier was ruined, why would they have that expression?”


    “Did Di Qinglin craft some heaven-defying War Soldier?”


    “How is that possible? If he doesn’t lose, it’s already a miraculous stroke of luck. Haven’t you heard his Artifact Refining method is all wrong?”


    …


    The actions of the Judgement Department quickly drew countless spectators’ discussions and suspicions.


    They were very curious, what did the Judgement Department discover to suddenly show such great interest in Di Qinglin’s War Soldier?


    After collectively reviewing Di Qinglin’s War Soldier, the remaining nine Masters casually took up Si Xuan’s War Soldier to review it briefly.


    Seeing this scene, Si Xuan felt half defeated already. This situation seemed to be a bad omen.


    Indeed, just as Si Xuan harbored this thought, Master Lu stood up and announced the result of this round ofpetition.


    “After serious evaluation by the Judgement Department, it is confirmed that both the quality and the strength of the War Soul Seal crafted by Di Qinglin surpassed those of Si Xuan by more than a margin!”


    “Therefore, ording to thepetition results, Di Qinglin wins this round. Their standings remain unchanged!”


    Master Lu announced the result of thepetition with a slight smile.


    As soon as these words were spoken, a wave of discussions erupted across the central za.


    Especially those who had denied Di Qinglin’s Artifact Refining Skill earlier were deeply suspicious of the Judgement Department’s evaluation.


    “How is it possible? Di Qinglin’s refining method has problems; how could he possibly win?”


    “Indeed! Refining like him would only ruin the Artifact Mold; he can’t possibly produce a good War Soldier!”


    “Did the Judgement Department receive some benefits from Di Qinglin?”


    “It’s unbelievable that Si Xuan actually lost!”


    …


    Hearing these voices of doubt, Di Qinglin wasn’t angry. On the contrary, he showed a bit of a smug smile.


    “Judge, I have doubts about the results of this round! I hope the Judgement Department can prove my War Soldier is indeed inferior to Di Qinglin’s!”


    Si Xuan couldn’t understand this result at all. Feeling stifled and resentful, he made such a request to the judge.


    Upon hearing this, the judge turned to the Judgement Department and informed Master Lu of Si Xuan’s doubts.


    After listening to the judge’s exnation, Master Lu couldn’t help but chuckle: “Si Xuan, if you don’t believe the Judgement Department’s judgment, you cane and see for yourself!”


    “The War Soldier is right here; you are also a renowned Artifact Master and should be able to discern which of the two is superior!”


    “Alright!”


    Si Xuan nodded in anger, gave Di Qinglin a re, then walked towards the Judgement Department.


    Upon arriving at the Judgement Department, Master Lu handed Di Qinglin’s War Soldier to Si Xuan: “You know the quality of the War Soldier you crafted yourself.”


    “Now you only need to examine this War Soldier, and you should be able to tell which one is more excellent and powerful!”


    Si Xuan didn’t speak, took the War Soldier with a sullen face.


    As soon as the War Soldier was in his hands, a trace of Yuan Qi seeped into it. As the Yuan Qi flowed, Si Xuan’s resentful expression began to show a hint of surprise.


    Next, this hint of surprise quickly spread, causing the frowning Si Xuan to start widening his eyes.


    Eventually, that hint of surprise turned into deep shock, making Si Xuan show a look of astonishment.


    “How is it possible? How could he craft a War Soldier of such quality? And this War Soul Seal, what kind of War Soul Seal is it?”


    Si Xuan stared at the War Soldier with empty eyes, mumbling to himself in disbelief.


    “Have you finished, Si Xuan?”


    After a long time, Master Lu interrupted Si Xuan’s thoughts and asked with a gentle smile.


    Si Xuan snapped back to reality, as if waking from a nightmare, with a trace of cold sweat on his forehead.


    By this time, the resentment and stifled frustration on his face were gone. Instead, it was reced by endless loneliness and shame.


    Earlier, he ridiculed Di Qinglin’s Artifact Refining Skill as reckless and arbitrary.


    However, now, Di Qinglin had crafted such an excellent War Soldier, making it truly puzzling for him.


    “I lost!”


    After a long while, Si Xuan finally spoke powerlessly, with his head lowered.


    He didn’t want to admit defeat, but the reality was right in front of him, and he couldn’t help but concede.


    As an Artifact Refiner, a well-known master, if he couldn’t even ept defeat, his career in Artifact Refining might end here.


    The voice of Si Xuan’s defeat wasn’t loud, but it was heard by some spectators.


    At that moment, they truly understood that this match was a testament to Di Qinglin’s superior skills.


    The third challenge was initiated by Second Prince Guest Elder You Qingyu.


    Before initiating the challenge, You Qingyu already frowned.


    Because he suddenly realized that among the top three, regardless of who, none had a strength to be underestimated.


    The only one he might defeat was Sheng Ru, who had just defeated Shangguan Hongkong.


    Unfortunately, Sheng Ru was the Emperor’s Guest Elder, and the Judgement Department would never let him win.


    After much hesitation, You Qingyu ultimately chose the Eldest Prince Guest Elder Ye Xiu.


    Many believed this choice to be unwise.


    Because so far, Ye Xiu’s artifact refining prowess was considered the most outstanding among the top nine.


    As a middle-ranked challenger, You Qingyu daring to challenge Ye Xiu seemed like seeking trouble.


    Even Second Prince Baili Liuyun was perplexed by You Qingyu’s choice, yet he understood him.


    If You Qingyu were to defeat Sheng Ru, it would be tantamount to disrespecting his father, the Emperor.


    Undoubtedly, the Judgement Department wouldn’t allow such a thing.


    Thus, during the drawing of lots, the Judgement Department would likely manipte, ensuring You Qingyu draws the red bamboo stick.


    Then, regardless of how hard You Qingyu tried, he would inevitably face defeat.


    After selecting opponents, You Qingyu and Ye Xiu both drew lots. The result was a fair duel.


    After the incense stick’s time, as expected, You Qingyu lost to Ye Xiu.


    The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and


    continue reading tomorrow, everyone!