Zhang Zhangguo looked at Feng Ling in surprise. He was a top-notch Master Forger himself, and he had successfully forged superior weapons of top-tier earth-grade.
However, he was 41 years old that year. It was the only time in his life that he performed exceptionally well and was praised as a forging genius.
As for the Feng Ling in front of him, he was at most in his twenties. In the future, he might be able to become a Grandmaster Forging Master and forge a heaven-grade weapon.
Geniuses were also divided into levels…
Zhang Zhenguo was a little happy even though he let out a bitter smile.
If he could frequently discuss with Feng Ling, could his forging attainments still improve?
It was not enough for Feng Ling to just inherit this level of skill. It was more of his own forging skills and comprehension.
Two Masters had two completely different kinds of forging thoughts. If they could communicate with each other, it would be very beneficial to both parties.
Of course, there was an even more frightening guess—this knife was not the pinnacle of Feng Ling's work.
If that was really the case, then if he could be taught a thing or two, he might be able to open the door to becoming a Grandmaster Blacksmith.
"What a young hero!" Zhang Zhenguo sighed.
"Deputy Director Chen, there's no doubt about Master Feng's forging standards," Zhu Huo said with final affirmation.
Chen Baisheng couldn't help but smile bitterly in his heart. Of course, he no longer had any doubts.
Taking ten thousand steps back, even if Feng Ling was not a Master Forger and all of this was fake, the Mystic-grade kitchenware was not fake, and the box of weapons in front of him was not fake.
Even if he could take out an Earth-grade weapon…
"Master Feng Ling, let me directly talk about the treatment that Peaceful Spirit Bureau can give." Chen Baisheng directly changed the way he addressed him and used honorifics.
Feng Ling nodded. "I'm all ears."
"To be cautious, our next words will be recorded. Does Master Feng Ling mind?" Chen Baisheng took out a small recording pen and asked.
Feng Ling smiled. "Of course not. Please send me a copy later if you can."
"Two copies as it should be."
Chen Baisheng opened the recording pen and said seriously,
"Master Forger and the Peaceful Spirit Bureau have reached an agreement. They will tacitly become external personnel of the Forging Department, while the Master Forger will tacitly become a guest of the Forging Department. They will receive benefits from the country and enjoy the treatment of the Master Forger."
"Master Forger's Treatment: 10 million yuan in forging funds every year, priority for the purchase of new materials. In addition, the sale of every ranked weapon will enjoy an additional 5% average market price subsidy."
Feng Ling nodded secretly. This treatment was quite generous. The amount of funds was secondary. The priority of buying new materials was what really attracted Forgers.
As for the 5% sales allowance, it should also be to control the flow of ranked weapons.
"If we reach an agreement with Peaceful Spirit Bureau, Peaceful Spirit Bureau will give us an additional 10 million yuan forging funds every year. At the same time, 5 million yuan in additional living allowance every year will be reimbursed by the Peaceful Spirit Bureau. In addition, every Master Forger will be protected by a ranked expert, and their families will also be taken care of by the country."
Feng Ling was a little shocked. He did not expect a Master Forger to be treated like this.
Just the funding alone was 25 million yuan. Coupled with all kinds of benefits, it had to be said that it was quite generous!
However, he also understood that these benefits were not given for free.
"What do I have to pay?" Feng Ling asked.
Feng Ling asked bluntly. Chen Baisheng did not beat around the bush and said directly,
"Help the Peaceful Spirit Bureau forge two low-tier yellow-grade weapons every month. The Peaceful Spirit Bureau will provide four sets of materials. If you can forge an additional weapon, it will be yours. If the weapon is mid-tier or top-tier yellow-grade, the Peaceful Spirit Bureau will give you a 5% return price."
"If it's a Mystic-grade weapon, you would only need to make one every month. There will still be a return benefit for mid-tier and top-tier weapons."
"Earth-grade weapons can be forged once every six months. Every time they are used, you will be given a 5% commission."
"In addition, there's something else that needs to be explained in advance. If a war breaks out in the nearby area, the Forgers need to go to support and carry out weapon forging and repair work."
"That's it. I wonder if you have any intention of working with us?"
After saying that, Chen Baisheng looked at Feng Ling nervously.
A top-tier Master Forger who could create top-tier earth-quality weapons was a distinguished guest even in the top cities.
The reason why Zhang Zhangguo stayed in Mu Liang City was not because their Mu Liang City could offer any good conditions. It was just that Zhang Zhangguo came from Mu Liang City and took the initiative to apply for it when he was about to retire.
If Feng Ling could agree, then the strength of Mu Liang City would increase by at least 30%!
"Cooperation is fine, but I have to figure out a few things. At the same time, there are a few conditions." Feng Ling knew from the looks of the few of them that the initiative had already come into his hands.
"Please speak, Master Feng Ling."
"If we work together, who will have the weapons I forge?" Feng Ling asked seriously, because this was one of the most necessary questions.
One of the purposes of his cooperation was to increase his strength. If these weapons fell into the hands of some big shots behind the scenes, it would be meaningless to him.
"Master Feng Ling, don't worry. We will carry out all the weapons deployment according to our contributions. We will definitely not let anyone disgrace the weapons you forged," Chen Baisheng said solemnly.
However, to his surprise, Feng Ling shook his head.
"That won't do."
Without waiting for him to ask, Feng Ling said, "I'm willing to cooperate with you because you're the Peaceful Spirit Bureau, not the Riches Bureau. Disgrace? What do you mean disgrace? It would be a disgrace if someone held a weapon in their hands and couldn't kill the enemy."
"Therefore, my first condition is that I forge an additional ranked weapon every month. However, the weapons I forge will be completely distributed to the warriors at the front line. If the damage is less than fifty percent, they can be sent back for me to repair. The materials will be provided by you and I will do the labor for free."
As soon as he said this, the four people present instantly looked at Feng Ling differently.
Respect.
They never expected that the so-called "condition" of Feng Ling was actually like this.
"Master Feng Ling is a true hero!" Lin Pin couldn't help but praise loudly.
"Master Feng Ling, don't worry. We agree to this condition!" Chen Baisheng seemed to be afraid that Feng Ling would go back on his word and immediately decided.
The other three silently looked at him with disdain.
Just the "free repair" aspect alone was already a huge advantage but he sounded like he made a major decision.
It was extremely difficult to repair a ranked weapon. It had to be done by a Master Forger.
Even though it was not as difficult as forging a new weapon, it would still take a lot of effort.
Not to mention that there would be an additional ranked weapon every month. That would mean there would be twelve additional weapons in a month!
Even the donkeys of the production team wouldn't dare to play this way!
But that was something they admired.
Master Feng Ling's compassion was touching!