Chapter 659: Chapter 195: Forcing Ning Zhuo to Hand Over_3
Shuang Jing overheard Liu Zhang’s conversation, and ripples arose in his heart: “So, Liu Zhang’s cooperation is just to take turns being the live target.”
“Liu Guanzhang are just three oafs; how could they understand Mechanical Techniques?”
“It must be Ning Zhuo who came up with this!”
“Alright, I underestimated you. Although I knew you were adept at using Mechanical Puppets, I didn’t expect you to have such clever ideas in Mechanical Techniques.”
“Could it be that your main focus is Mechanical Techniques?”
The strange thing was Ning Zhuo’s performance in Five Elements Magic, which was truly dazzling.
Even now, having figured out the truth, Shuang Jing immediately fell into self-doubt: “Not possible… If Ning Zhuo’s main focus is Mechanical Techniques, then how do we explain his Five Elements Magic?”
“With such mastery of the Five Elements, why would he need to study Mechanical Techniques?”
Shuang Jing shook his head and quietly left.
He swiftly returned to the frontline camp and personally reported to Shuang Ling.
Shuang Ling held a Jade Slip, scanned through the images within, and slowly opened her eyes.
Shuang Jing observed her expression and saw that his aunt rarely revealed a hint of surprise. He couldn’t help but speak: “Aunt, now that I have uncovered the secret of Liu Er’s dominance on the rankings, the subsequent task will be easy.”
“With your expertise in Mechanical Artifacts, you can certainly surpass Ning Zhuo and help me claim the top spot.”
Unexpectedly, Shuang Ling shook her head, her expression calm: “I can’t do it.”
Shuang Jing was stunned, looking at his aunt in disbelief. He knew very well that his aunt was one of Liangzhu Country’s representatives at the Nascent Soul Level, skilled in Mechanical Techniques, and highly proud. It was extremely rare for her to admit her inadequacies.
Shuang Jing reacted, taking a deep breath: “Could it be that Ning Zhuo is an extraordinary genius? Even in his early years, his mastery of Mechanical Artifacts far exceeds you?”
“Impossible,” Shuang Ling snorted, “the structure of these three Mechanical Artifacts is simple, I understood it at a glance.”
“The real challenge lies not in the mechanism itself, but in the Formations and Talismans on them.”
“These Formations and Talismans cooperate to construct Gold Element, Fire Element, and Earth Element spells.”
“The reason these three mechanisms can target the Ginseng Dragon Whisker fundamentally lies in these three spells being outstanding and well-suited for the Ginseng Dragon Whisker.”
“You failed to see the essence because Ning Zhuo adapted these three spells into the Mechanical Artifacts, forming Mechanical Techniques.”
Shuang Ling, known as the Mechanical Princess, was far older than Ning Zhuo by many years. The extensive accumulation of her cultivation on Mechanical Techniques far surpassed what Ning Zhuo could compare with at this moment.
She immediately saw through the essence.
Ning Zhuo’s mastery of Mechanical Artifacts might at best make Shuang Ling feel that for a cultivator of this age, achieving this level was quite commendable. But compared to the excellent disciples of those Mechanism sects, he still had many gaps.
However, the Formations and Talismans Ning Zhuo arranged within the mechanisms made Shuang Ling secretly suspicious.
“It seems this child is extremely proficient in Five Elements Magic, having mastered numerous types of Five Elements Magic. Thus, at this moment, he cleverly selected spells that targeted the Ginseng Dragon Whisker.”
“He also has some clever ideas, being able to utilize Mechanical Techniques to skillfully organize the selected spells.”
“At this age, having such mastery in Five Elements Magic is quite remarkable. I suspect he possesses some excellent innate talent that aids him in quickly grasping Five Elements Magic.”
Shuang Jing frowned: “But the Ning Family excels in Frost Talismans.”
At this point, the spies sent by Shuang Jing’s side had also uncovered much information about Ning Zhuo and the Ning Family.
Shuang Ling shook her head: “That’s not the main point.”
“I can’t replicate these three mechanisms, nor do I have the intention to do so.”
“I have more important military affairs to attend to.”
“So, do you know what to do next?”
Shuang Jing was stunned, then immediately replied: “I will find Ning Zhuo and purchase his Mechanical Artifacts.”
“Difficult.” Shuang Ling shook her head, “Ning Zhuo is quite youthful in temperament. You mentioned how he refuted you in the tavern when you framed Mu Lan. I also troubled him at the auction.”
“It’s unlikely he’ll agree to you.”
Shuang Jing’s eyes flashed with determination: “Hehe, Aunt, I understand.”
“Ning Zhuo and Liu Guanzhang are all outsiders.”
“While we share the Shuang family name.”
“I will go to the Quartermaster and tell him that someone has created these three mechanisms. If popularized, it will help our army clear the battlefield faster, benefiting the overall situation. Let the Quartermaster exert pressure, Ning Zhuo will have no choice but to surrender them.”
Shuang Ling finally nodded in satisfaction, waving her hand: “Go ahead and do it.”