Chapter 37: Yoo Hee-yeon and Tak Woo-Hyun. A situation on the Brink of Disaster.

“Mm….”

Receiving a request from Lee Hyun-seung, Tak Woo-hyun entered the workshop to create a weapon. He looked

longingly at the scattered materials around him. Then, he spoke to the blacksmiths who were working nearby.

“Isn’t there any higher quality material? I want to make it as high quality as possible.”

In response, a short, stocky man with red strings tied around his head, Nam Kwang-chu, spoke hesitantly.

“If we use any higher quality materials, an epic-grade weapon will be created. Didn’t the requester specifically want a

weapon below epic grade? If we set the upper limit at epic grade, we shouldn’t invest in materials above that.”

“Hmm… that’s true.”

Lee Hyun-seung recalled his previous conversation with Tak Woo-hyun.

• The weapon grade can be rare or epic; it doesn’t really matter.

Hearing this, it sounded like making a weapon that falls somewhere between rare and epic would be fine, and that

anything beyond that wouldn’t matter. However, there was additional dialogue before they parted ways.

• You definitely asked for a weapon around epic grade, right? I’ll make sure to create weapons that are far superior to just epic grade.
• Please refrain from making weapons that exceed epic grade. They aren’t quite my people yet, and I don’t think it’s worth distributing weapons of unique grade. If it’s rare or epic grade, that’s fine, but unique grade feels too precious. I’ll consider giving unique grade weapons only when they’re truly my subordinates. Of course, I’ll be the one to create them then. So this time, please make half rare and half epic weapons. If possible, I’d like to distribute them differently. For those who get closer to me or follow me better, I want to give them epic weapons. And for the mediocre ones, I’ll give them rare grade weapons. There’s a list I’ve checked, so you can look it over.

“Hah… this isn’t quite enough for me.”

Tak Woo-hyun, reminiscing about his conversation with Lee Hyun-seung, continued to look at the materials

longingly.

In Broad Academy Online, the grade of the blacksmith skill and the materials used play an absolute role in weapon

creation. This is because the item creation process is exceedingly simple.

The item creation process involves randomly throwing materials into the blacksmith’s furnace. Then, the materials

melt down and are transformed into [Creation Sphere]. Once the [Creation Sphere] is obtained, smashing it with a

hammer automatically starts the item creation process. The only remaining task is to wait for the item creation time.

Because of this simplified process, the skill grade and materials have an absolute impact on the grade of the created

items, as almost all other elements are excluded.

“There’s no helping it; I can’t make it unique grade. Instead, I’ll ensure the processing is solid.”

Separate from the item creation process, various enhancements can be made after creating the item, such as

changing its appearance, adding ornaments, or engraving inscriptions. This can grant additional abilities, but more

importantly, it raises the visual quality, so processing plays an important role in weapon creation.

Tak Woo-hyun quickly put several materials into the furnace and began to sequentially create weapons.

The next morning, in front of Lee Hyun-seung’s house.

Knock, knock.

As usual, at the designated time, Jeong Eun-seo knocked on Lee Hyun-seung’s door. Previously, he would come out a

little late, but now, as Lee Hyun-seung was clearly aware of the time Jeong Eun-seo would arrive, he opened the door

just as the knocking started.

Creeeak!

Lee Hyun-seung opened the door with sleepy eyes and greeted Jeong Eun-seo.

“Hello.”

“You look sleepy again today. Did you make anything?”

Jeong Eun-seo asked curiously.

“I’m grinding to raise my job level, but it’s not easy.”

Lee Hyun-seung had started grinding his job level recently. He was increasing his proficiency by making magazines

he wouldn’t use and various recovery potions.

The reason for repeating this process was simple. The more items made, and the higher the grade of the items

created, the more his job level proficiency would increase. Once proficiency reached 100, he would level up. To do

this, grinding was the best approach.

However, the problem was that the speed was too slow.

‘Even if it’s legendary grade, does it make sense that I’ve made this much and only increased by this little?’

[Legendary Blacksmith]

▶ Job Level: 1

▶ Job Proficiency: 75%

As the levels increased, it became harder to raise proficiency. And now, starting from just level 1 and hitting a wall

like this, he was at a loss as to how to level up. The total gunslinger characteristic wasn’t much different.

[Legendary Gunslinger]

▶ Job Level: 1

Job Proficiency – 95%

Fortunately, Lee Hyun-seung’s proficiency had risen significantly due to his reckless use of firearms during the

recent F-Class representative selection tournament. He felt that the additional bonus might be a result of his various

battles with different people.

I wonder what kind of abilities will be unlocked when I reach level 2?

Originally, each time a job level increased, a special ability or skill would be granted. However, no legendary

gunslinger had existed until now, leaving the specifics shrouded in mystery.

Whatever it is, I hope it’s something good.

He didn’t wish for much; he just hoped to receive a trait or skill that would aid him in battle. With that thought, Lee

Hyun-seung got into the car.

After driving for a while, Jung Eun-seo glanced at him with a worried expression and asked, “Aren’t you pushing

yourself too hard? Now that Tak Woo-hyun has agreed to back us up, and I’m on your side too, you don’t need to

overexert yourself like this. If it’s too tough, you can take a break.”

Although Jung Eun-seo spoke out of concern, Lee Hyun-seung shook his head.

“While you’ve clearly formed an alliance, Tak Woo-hyun isn’t a perfect ally yet. From his perspective, opposing the

Artemis Guild carries significant disadvantages. I need to prove my own capabilities. I must show that I’m worth

investing in. Otherwise, I could be dropped at any moment. Tak Woo-hyun won’t betray me, but the people beneath

him might.”

Tak Woo-hyun was a man who kept his promises. However, as the conflict between the Blacksmith Association and

the Artemis Guild escalated, if the Artemis Guild began acting recklessly, the blacksmiths would undoubtedly suffer

immense damage. By that time, a justifiable reason would be necessary. There had to be a rationale for why so many

blacksmiths should endure substantial losses because of one rookie.

If I grow stronger and surpass Tak Woo-hyun’s skills as a blacksmith, those crazed craftsmen will naturally

become my shields.

That was how blacksmiths in the Broad Academy operated. They tended to respect those with superior crafting skills

or higher-level abilities. The fact that Tak Woo-hyun had shown interest in Lee Hyun-seung was primarily because of

the double slot he possessed, which was something Tak Woo-hyun lacked.

Tak Woo-hyun might suspect that I could be a legendary blacksmith.

Of course, he’s probably also thinking that there’s no way a mere kid could be a legendary blacksmith.

At this moment, it didn’t matter that he was only speculating. Revealing that he was a legendary blacksmith could

wait for later. He didn’t want to attract undue attention, especially from Yoo Hee-yeon. After all, news could slip out,

so it was best to be cautious.

Creek!

“What’s going on?”

The car, heading towards the main gate of the Broad Academy, suddenly hit the brakes and came to a stop. The

driver spoke to Jung Eun-seo.

“I’m sorry, miss. A person suddenly rushed out in front of us.”

Swipe!

As Jung Eun-seo looked ahead, she saw a familiar large figure. It was none other than Tak Woo-hyun.

Thud!

Lee Hyun-seung opened the door and stepped forward to speak to Tak Woo-hyun.

“What’s going on? You startled me by coming out like that.”

“Ha ha! I’m sorry for surprising you. I’ve finished making all the items you requested and wanted to deliver them

quickly.”

Looking at Tak Woo-hyun’s hands, Lee Hyun-seung saw various weapons wrapped in a golden silk-like cloth. The

wrapping looked incredibly luxurious and large at first glance.

With a worried expression, Lee Hyun-seung asked, “There aren’t any weapons that exceed the epic grade among

those you made, right?”

“Of course not! A blacksmith’s basic duty is to adhere clearly to the commission details. I did enhance their

appearance a bit through processing, but as promised, I’ve balanced them between rare and epic grades.”

After taking a quick look at the weapons, Lee Hyun-seung replied, “These are top-quality weapons at the rare and

epic grades. As expected from you, Master Tak Woo-hyun, the quality is excellent because you made them yourself.

Thank you for your hard work.”

Lee Hyun-seung bowed his head at a 90-degree angle to show his respect. Tak Woo-hyun stared at the scene in a daze.

Noticing Tak Woo-hyun’s unexpected reaction, Lee Hyun-seung tilted his head and asked, “Why are you like this?”

“Hmm… I just thought you were quite polite. When we spoke before, you seemed really rude, but you definitely

express yourself well when it’s time to be courteous. Yes, a reaction like this is warranted when the best blacksmith in

the country personally delivers something.”

While Tak Woo-hyun spoke nonchalantly, he scratched his cheek as if feeling awkward about the gratitude.

How shy he is.

Despite his large physique, it seemed he wasn’t used to compliments. He turned his head away and gave a small smile.

Lee Hyun-seung extended his hand towards Tak Woo-hyun and said, “I look forward to working with you in the

future.”

“That sounds good, in the future…”

Just as Tak Woo-hyun was about to shake hands, a familiar voice came from the side.

“Oh? Isn’t that Tak Woo-hyun?”

It was none other than Yoo Hee-yeon, who stood naturally in front of Tak Woo-hyun and asked.

“Tak Woo-hyun? Did my father commission you to create weapons? Why did he ask for such a large quantity of

weapons to be delivered to the Academy?”

Yoo Hee-yeon assumed that the owner of the expensive weapons wrapped in the golden cloth must be the Artemis

Guild. She had recently learned that her father placed a large order with Tak Woo-hyun, and there weren’t many

people in the Broad Academy who could afford such high-priced equipment.

Without hesitation, Tak Woo-hyun replied, “Miss Yoo Hee-yeon, these weapons are not for the Artemis Guild. I’ve

created them for other purposes.”

As Tak Woo-hyun spoke and glanced at Lee Hyun-seung, Yoo Hee-yeon’s expression twisted in disbelief.

“Don’t tell me that this Lee Hyun-seung is the one who commissioned these? Where on earth did he get the money to

order such expensive weapons?”

Yoo Hee-yeon spoke down to him, her expression showing her disbelief as she looked Lee Hyun-seung over and then

turned back to Tak Woo-hyun.

“Well, it doesn’t matter how he got it. Just sell those weapons to me. I’ll pay double the price that Lee Hyun-seung

offered, so just hand them over to me.”

Yoo Hee-yeon didn’t particularly need the weapons. She just felt the need to repay the humiliation she suffered from

Lee Hyun-seung not long ago. Therefore, she attempted to snatch his commissioned items right in front of him,

using her enormous wealth.

“Miss, that’s difficult.”

Tak Woo-hyun replied politely. However, Yoo Hee-yeon shot back, “Is it a lack of funds? I’ll offer you triple. No, I’ll

give you ten times what it’s worth. That should suffice, right? Just tell my father to deposit the money, and since I’m

buying the weapons, just store them in the Artemis Guild’s warehouse.”

Crack!

Tak Woo-hyun’s muscular body began to tense, and his expression grew increasingly cold.

“Miss, a blacksmith is not just a merchant who sells weapons for money; he is also an artisan who takes pride in

creating them. Please don’t forget that. Your attitude is a great insult to me. I am not someone who can be swayed by

money alone. Please maintain some decorum.”

Yoo Hee-yeon replied with an incredulous expression, “What’s the problem? Is it a lack of money? If that’s the case,

I’ll speak to my father about providing you with a high-level artifact. Wouldn’t that be enough?”

Crack!

Unable to tolerate any longer, Tak Woo-hyun handed the wrapped weapons to Lee Hyun-seung and turned to Yoo Hee-yeon.

“These items already have an owner.”

With an expression of immense humiliation, Tak Woo-hyun glared at Yoo Hee-yeon, filled with a tremendous killing intent.

“No matter if you offer me hundreds of millions or billions, I cannot sell them. Miss.”