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Kuai Tong looked at Jiang Yu's shocked expression as if it were perfectly normal.

Several inner disciples from the True Talisman Sect and Crane Cry Mountain had come to study this before, and their faces showed the same expression at first glance.

Although Jiang Yu has a certain talent for identifying materials used in talisman making, repairing the damaged seal script would be ten times more difficult.

This is not a simple matter of adding a stroke; the repairer must be absolutely familiar with the movement path of the talisman patterns and the principles of talisman array application.

This seemingly simple stroke embodies decades of talisman-making skill; it's simply impossible to do without sufficient experience.

Squeezed to the back, Fan Chizi saw Jiang Yu's dazed expression, his eyebrows shot up, and he muttered a sarcastic remark under his breath:

"I thought some talisman-making genius had appeared out of nowhere? Turns out he's just a clueless brat! He's overestimating himself!"

"In the end, only a genius like me can restore this rare fragment of script."

"At that time, there will definitely be a lot of high-level talisman masters vying to take me as their apprentice."

As he said this, he glanced disdainfully at the other cultivators present:

"When the time comes, I'll trample you all under my feet, making you kneel and beg for my life, Fan Bingbing!"

Fan Chizi's eyes gleamed, his burning gaze fixed on the inscriptions on the screen.

It seems he himself has forgotten how, when he first saw this talisman, he screamed wildly in the shop as if possessed.

At that time, if Xuanfuzhai hadn't been concerned about the large number of guests and his reputation, they would have kicked him out long ago.

Kuai Tong stepped forward, patted Jiang Yu on the shoulder, and comforted him:

"Young man, don't be too sad. It's normal not to be able to figure it out. I'm also a talisman master, so I know the difficulty inside better than anyone."

Jiang Yu regained his composure, his brows relaxed, and he asked:

"Manager Kuai, since your esteemed manager is a third-tier talisman master, surely you can repair a first-tier talisman?"

Cultivation skills, alchemy, array formations, and artifacts are the four most popular areas among cultivators.

However, more is less likely to be better.

All cultivators capable of creating third-tier talismans are advanced cultivators at the late Foundation Establishment stage or above.

Their knowledge and methods are beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

Upon hearing the name of the manager of Xuanfuzhai, Kuai Tong's face showed respect, and he clasped his hands in a fist and bowed, saying:

"That's for sure. My Xuanfuzhai manager, Yu Zihang, is no less skilled in making talismans than the elders of the Zhenfu Sect, who are the best at it."

"He had already completed the missing parts of this rare first-tier talisman, but after thinking about it for a long time, he could only unleash up to 90% of its original power."

Manager Yu displayed this fragment of seal script here, partly to see if anyone could find a match to fill his void, and partly to use it as a gimmick to attract customers to Xuanfuzhai.

"You wouldn't believe it, but in the three months after we hung the incomplete seal script here, Xuanfuzhai's business increased by 20%."

"I see, your shopkeeper has truly mastered the art!" Jiang Yu nodded.

He asked this because he was worried that something secret was involved.

If Master's precious book was stolen from somewhere else, the anger of a Foundation Establishment cultivator would be quite intense.

Furthermore, it's simply too exaggerated that a cultivator at the second level of Qi Refining could fill in this rare fragment after only looking at it for a short while.

Kuai Tong has said more than once that even the inner disciples of the six major sects cannot do it.

However, the talisman-making experience he gained when he was the first-level manager of Xuanfuzhai was too attractive to him.

Perhaps after reading it, his talisman-making skills will be able to achieve a minor level of mastery.

Jiang Yu's thoughts raced, a glint of light flashing in his eyes:

"Why don't we lend a hand and help!"

He secretly glanced at Kuai Tong beside him.

As the deputy manager of Xuanfuzhai, this person's talisman-making skills must be quite high.

If we can reveal some key details, guide his thoughts to those points, spark his inspiration, and allow him to solve the problem.

The possibility of Jiang Yu being suspected would be greatly reduced.

However, there is one problem: if he reneges on his promise, all our efforts will be in vain.

But judging from Kuai Tong's style of doing things, he is not that kind of person.

Jiang Yu clenched his fist secretly:

"Worth a gamble!"

Jiang Yu recalled the information in the precious book.

This rare Tier 1 incomplete seal is named "Cloud and Mist Talisman," and it is a type of auxiliary seal.

Once activated, it can create a cloud of mist and water vapor in a small area that lasts for half an hour. It can slightly interfere with the enemy's vision, nourish spiritual plants, and can also be used for precise temperature control during weapon forging.

A single talisman can have multiple effects, which shows how difficult it is to make.

Jiang Yu's eyes flickered slightly, and he began to steer the conversation toward Kuai Tong. He sighed and said:

"As expected of a rare talisman, its aura is indeed exquisite, containing the power of water, extremely dynamic, and transforming into clouds and mist, with endless variations."

"I wonder what kind of genius could possibly complete it!"

Kuai Tong's eyes showed appreciation, and he nodded repeatedly:

"Young man, your ability to discern the brilliance of this talisman in such a short time places you in at least the top 10% of talisman masters of your age."

Upon hearing this, Fan Chizi crossed his arms and snorted heavily through his nose:

"What's with the arrogance! I saw it a long time ago... Even though it took ten days, so what if I managed to express the essence?"

Being able to complete it is truly impressive... Hmph, it's nothing special!

Jiang Yu felt that the groundwork had been laid enough, and began to speak:

"Manager Kuai, as a senior talisman master, why don't you share your insights and broaden the horizons of us juniors?"

Their actions attracted the attention of seven or eight first-tier rune masters.

Most of these people had participated in the analysis of this talisman.

Although their aptitude is limited and they may not be able to comprehend it, listening to the insights of experienced talisman masters can still be helpful for their future talisman-making.

These things are accumulated by each cultivator over many years and are not easily passed on to outsiders.

Therefore, as soon as the opportunity arose, they all pleaded:

"Manager Kuai, this young man is right. Among the first-tier talisman masters in Qingming Market, you're easily in the top ten! Tell us about it!"

"No, you're too kind!"

After being showered with praise, Kuai Tong grinned from ear to ear, revealing his gums.

He tried to control his emotions and coughed lightly:

"Since that's the case, I'll share my thoughts, which might offer you some inspiration."

"What this young man said is very good. The upper part of this talisman originates from the water and the lower part transforms into clouds and mist. The key is to make them blend together as a whole."

Not satisfied with what he said, he stepped forward and pointed to the incomplete parts of the talisman:

"I think we should use the 'scattered brushing' technique here to create the basic shape of clouds..."

After that, he paused for a long time, then sighed:

"Unfortunately, my abilities are limited, and I can only deduce this far before I can't proceed any further."

The other talisman masters were greatly shocked upon hearing this, and they all bowed and said:

"Thank you, Manager Kuai, for sharing your cultivation insights. I have learned a great deal!"

Jiang Yu was stunned, his body seemingly frozen in shock, and he muttered:

"If a wind could be generated, wouldn't they be able to blend together?"

Hearing Jiang Yu's mutterings, Kuai Tong trembled and stepped forward to ask seriously:

"Young man, what did you say? Say it again!"

Jiang Yu smiled inwardly. It seemed that Kuai Tong's talisman-making ability was indeed quite good. With just a little guidance from him, he had a clue.

Jiang Yu continued:

"I mean, if we could add some wind between the water and the clouds, wouldn't they be able to blend together?"

"But I have absolutely no idea how to do it, it's too difficult!" Jiang Yu frowned and shook his head.

"The water benefits from the wind's momentum..."

Kuai Tong kept muttering to himself and gesturing with his fingers.

He looked even more insane than Fan the madman from before.

Half an hour later.

A smile he had never shown before appeared on his face:

"I get it!"

Jiang Yu grinned inwardly:

"If you still don't understand, I'll have to teach you the detailed drawing method!"

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