Invincible Divine Destiny Selection System

In the middle of the mysterious realm, lies the city of Artifact Refining.

It is a hundred times more prosperous than Xuwang City.

This is the renowned refiner city in the mysterious realm, without exaggeration, half of the divine artifacts of the king rank come from this city, and half of the refining masters gather here.

After ten days, Chu Yuan and Ouyang Ming arrived in the city.

"Your Majesty, the city of Artifact Refining is up ahead, I will lead the way for you," Ouyang Ming offered eagerly as they approached the city.

As they neared the city, his surge of emotions matched the sprawling cityscape. Defeated by Jin Chiyang a hundred years ago, he had left in disgrace. Now, he returned, determined to redeem his honor.

A colossal ancient city stood in front of them.

Xuwang City was towering itself, but compared to the city of Artifact Refining, it seemed like a small provincial town.

Endless city walls stretched out, each brick inscribed with numerous formations.

The city was built by the artisan refiners, going to great lengths to demonstrate their expertise.

And the city gates, black and sturdy, could resist even the power of a True God.

Due to the upcoming once-in-a-century Refining Competition, people from across the five domains flocked to the city daily, eager to witness the skills of the numerous refining masters.

The city of Artifact Refining was open to all; anyone could enter freely.

This was the confidence of the city.

"Your Majesty, although there are no True Gods in the city of Artifact Refining, it has a history of tens of thousands of years. There are certainly hidden cards. The entire city is covered with formations, even if a True God wants to cause chaos, they will have to prepare for death first," Ouyang Ming respectfully lead the way.

"However, my Ouyang Family are the founders of the city of Artifact Refining. We know what formations have been set up. Even if Jin Chiyang has made some changes within this century, even if he studied the true solution of artifact refining, I have absolute ways to break it."

Ouyang Ming was aware of Chu Yuan's intentions of taking over the city of Artifact Refining.

"The first step to seizing the city is to secure the City Lord position," Chu Yuan declared.

"I have confidence in defeating Jin Chiyang," Ouyang Ming replied, "Once I win the competition, according to the rules of the city, the position of City Lord will revert to me!"

Chu Yuan nodded in agreement.

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The Ouyang Family, famed refiners in the mysterious realm, had founded the city. Wanting freedom from other powers, Ouyang Ming's father, Ou Yangzi, with his reputation had summoned half of the refiners across the five domains to establish the city of Artifact Refining.

Ou Yangzi was not only a renowned refining master, but also a master of formations.

Although his martial arts talent was average, the formations he arranged could trap and kill a True God.

Ouyang Ming inherited his father's martial arts talent and his exceptional skills in refining.

If Jin Chiyang hadn't defeated him in artifact refining, the refiners would still be willing to recognize Ouyang Ming as their City Lord.

The city was vast, hundreds of times larger than Xuwang City.

Walking along the streets, many strong cultivators could be seen. Divine rank cultivators were as common as dogs, those who had reached the realm of deity were everywhere, and even void deity level cultivators could be occasionally seen.

The main reason was that numerous refiners from the five domains would gather in the city for the once-in-a-century Refining Competition. Many powerful individuals would bring their materials here, and commission the various refiners to craft divine artifacts for them.

The Xuanzun Dynasty had tried to incorporate the city of Artifact Refining into its territory.

But if they forcefully took action, it would attract the enmity of many refiners.

Furthermore, the formations set up by Ou Yangzi were too powerful, even after tens of thousands of years of fortification. The Xuanzun Dynasty would have to pay a steep price.

"There are many rare materials here, including those needed for the Divine Cataclysm Cannon that Your Majesty requires," Ouyang Ming pointed out, "Furthermore, on this occasion, there will be a grand auction held in the city. Even divine artifacts of king rank are not that valuable.

From time to time, broken divine artifacts of imperial grade appear, and it is unknown whether the Xuanzun Dynasty, which has been established for tens of thousands of years, has them."

"Should Your Majesty visit?" he asked.

"There's no need," Chu Yuan said indifferently, "I will move the entire city of Artifact Refining. Why would I care about an auction?"

"Yes…"

A look of realization dawned on Ouyang Ming. The city of Artifact Refining would be in Chu Yuan's grasp, an auction wouldn't matter much.

"Your Majesty, there's still about half a month till the Refining Competition. Shall we find a place to stay?" asked Ouyang Ming begrudgingly.

"You can handle these things," Chu Yuan commanded.

"Alright, I'm very familiar with this city of Artifact Refining, there's nothing I don't understand."

Leading the way, Ouyang Ming traversed the roads as if he was returning to his own house.

He thought he would never have a chance to return to the city of Artifact Refining again, but Chu Yuan gave him hope.

"Your Majesty, a hundred years is neither long nor short, but it's not short either. Even if I defeat Jin Chiyang this time, some refiners might not be willing to follow me," Ouyang Ming voiced his concerns to Chu Yuan as he led the way.

Indeed, it would be easy for him to become the City Lord, but moving the city of Artifact Refining would be difficult with considerable resistance.

"I have copied several pages of the true solution of refining for them to look at, and if they still refuse, then the city of Artifact Refining has no room for them," Chu Yuan replied.

Copies of the true solution of refining.

Ouyang Ming nodded upon hearing this. The true solution contained more advanced techniques of refining which would be extremely tempting for refiners.

He had studied it for several months but had only understood a tiny fraction of it.

The temptation was tremendous.

Moreover, Dawu has abundant resources for refining and medicinal herbs. Except for a few with strange temperaments, few could resist such a temptation.

"Your Majesty, let's stay here in the next half-month," Ouyang Ming pointed to a small apartment building ahead.

The building had no name, it was a small elegant five-story building. However, the door was closed and covered in dust, suggesting it had been deserted for a long time.

"Your Majesty, this is my private property in the city of Artifact Refining. No one knows about it. Please feel free to live here," Ouyang Ming invited.

"Consider it my temporary palace," Chu Yuan glanced around.

The building was located by the riverbank, surrounded by many bustling stores and taverns.

Standing on the top floor, he could see the river that ran through the entire city. As evening fell, he could see beautifully decorated boats passing by.

"Your Majesty hasn't dined yet. There's a tavern in the area that has been around for ten thousand years and has excellent taste. I used to frequent it in the past. I'll have the people from the tavern come over and prepare a banquet at the palace," Ouyang Ming quickly made the arrangements.

Indeed, the food prepared by the tavern was exceptional. The chefs at Dawu couldn't replicate their flavors. Even Chu Yuan expressed his appreciation.

The unique flavor was enchanting. When he moved the city of Artifact Refining, he planned to take this tavern along, to serve as the Imperial Chef in the palace.

This delectable food shouldn't be solely enjoyed by him, Lingfei, Chenxi, Chen Yao, and the others deserved to savor it as well.

As the Empress Dowager held a vigil for the late emperor, Chu Yuan would also send a few good chefs to prepare the meals for her.

Even at his level where he no longer needed to eat out of necessity, who could resist high-quality food in front of them?

As the night fell.

The river lit up suddenly, full of boats cruising along, accompanied by melodious music.