Reborn with Infinity Money System, I was Worshipped by All Universes! - Chapter 204

Chapter 204: Chapter201-Astral Aurum Carver—Is It Really That Rare?
Ding! Congratulations, Master, you’ve completed the task. You’ve earned 30 million Luxury Points and 3 Passes!

Hearing the system notification, Velen opened his eyes from where he lay in the reclining chair.

“I’ve now accumulated 40 million Luxury Points. Once Justin finishes carving his three sculptures, I’ll gain another 30 million. That’ll bring me closer and closer to the 90 million I need!”

“Once I reach 90 million, I can immediately break through to Hero Rank Level 9 in one go. It’s taken me forever just to catch up to Anastasia. I wonder if she’ll still call me a useless bum when she finds out…”

Thinking of that, Velen’s eyes turned serious, and he muttered to himself, “Once I reach Hero Rank Level 9, I’ll initiate the Ascension Plan!”

The Ascension Plan: In addition to the god-tier potion that boosts Anastasia’s magical power, Velen would also secretly provide similar god-tier elixirs to every member of the Fortress. Along with that, each of them would receive a concealed aura artifact to make sure Anastasia couldn’t sense the sudden power surge.

Once Anastasia advanced to the Upper Plane Universe, Velen would lead the entire Fortress to withstand the Thunder Calamity, pass through the plane tunnel, and ascend together to the Upper Plane Universe!

“Your Highness, Kris has finished burning the last of the sculptures.”

At that moment, Justin, who had noticed Velen waking up, reported the update.

Velen turned to look at Kris and saw him staring blankly at a pile of ashes, looking emotionally devastated.

“I know.”

“This time, I’m sure none of them will refuse my reward.”

Since the system had just confirmed the task’s completion, that meant all three of them had now reached the mental state where they wouldn’t dare reject Velen’s gifts anymore.

“Knights Commanders, you won’t reject my reward this time, right?”

Velen walked over to the trio and, smiling, handed each of them a sculpture.

The three of them looked down at the sculptures in their hands—tears instantly welled up again.

After burning so damn many… they finally got to keep one!

His Highness Velen was too brutal. It wasn’t easy surviving this trial!

“It’s getting late. We’ll continue with the sculpting tomorrow.”

“Justin, have Kris arrange a place for you to stay. I’m off to rest.”

With that, Velen strolled toward the nearby courtyard—he was planning to stay in the same room he had used last time.

“Sir Kris, where should I stay tonight?”

Once Velen left, Justin turned to Kris with a question.

“You can stay in my room tonight, Young Master Justin.”

Kris pointed behind him to his own quarters. Without another word, he turned to focus on the sculpture in his hand, immediately beginning to study the embedded Sword Law.

Nearby, Arthur and Thunderbow God also began their observations, immersing themselves in the sculptures.

Though the previous night’s ordeal had left them mentally and emotionally drained, now that they had one of these rare sculptures to themselves, all that suffering felt absolutely worth it!

Early the next morning.

Velen stretched lazily after waking, then habitually opened his daily system interface to check the special items of the day.

Today’s Special Item: Astral Aurum Carver x10,000

Item Description: Crafted from ten-thousand-year-old Astral Aurum, this is the best sculpting knife in the universe for professional sculptors. No exceptions.

“A sculpting knife as today’s special item?”

“Right… that damn Justin doesn’t even have any tools. Well then, since I’ve now got sculpting knives, I may as well buy him the rare ores and pigments too.”

Ten thousand Astral Aurum Carvers. Just one of them would be more than enough for normal use.

Leaving his residence, Velen glanced toward the neighboring courtyard, where the three Knights Commanders were still observing their sculptures. Justin was probably still sleeping, so Velen didn’t bother anyone and headed straight for the estate gate.

“Cosmic Sculpture Gallery.”

“The name’s got a nice ring to it. I’ll buy the stuff here.”

After wandering around for a while, Velen noticed a shop selling ores, tools, and other sculpting supplies. Reading the signboard, he walked right in.

“Welcome, young master! What can I help you with?”

A clean-looking young man greeted him cheerfully the moment he entered.

“I want special ores.”

“Special pigments.”

“And special base stones.”

“I want the best of everything.”

Velen declared directly.

“Young master, it sounds like your mentor must be a true master of sculpting!”

“But… aren’t you looking for a sculpting knife too?”

The young man asked in surprise.

“No need. I already have the best one.”

Velen replied flatly.

“The best one?”

At that moment, an aged voice floated down from the second floor.

An old man with snow-white hair descended the stairs slowly, curiosity in his eyes as he looked at Velen.

“Young man, did I hear you say you possess the best sculpting knife?”

“Hah, looks like this old guy knows quality.”

Hearing the old man’s tone, Velen realized he had just found himself the perfect mark.

“That’s right,” Velen declared arrogantly. “There’s no better sculpting knife in the entire universe than the one I own.”

Hahaha!

The white-haired elder burst out laughing, then grinned at Velen.

“Young man, how about we make a bet?”

“A bet?”

“What kind of bet?”

Velen’s curiosity was piqued. He loved making bets. Every time he gambled, he not only never lost but also managed to flaunt his wealth in the most accidental of ways.

“Let’s compare sculpting knives!”

“If I lose, I’ll give you a complete set of the best sculpting materials.”

“But if I win, you’ll work here at my Cosmic Sculpture Gallery for one day as a shop assistant. What do you think?”

The old man stated the terms confidently.

“I want to add one condition.”

“What’s that?”

“If you lose, not only will you give me that full sculpting kit—you’ll also agree to do me a favor.”

Velen added his request with a smile.

“How interesting!”

“Alright, I agree. Let’s head upstairs!”

The white-haired elder was momentarily stunned, but then a smile lit up his face.

It had been a long time since he’d met someone so amusing.

He was so confident in his sculpting knife that he hadn’t even asked what kind of favor Velen might request.

Second Floor – Study Room

“What kind of blade are you hiding that you’re being all mysterious about it?”

Velen’s curiosity was piqued as he watched the elder take out a box covered in magical rune patterns from a chamber inside the study.

He couldn’t wait to see what kind of knife warranted such protection.

Soon, as the elder opened the box, a pitch-black sculpting knife was revealed inside.

“This blade is called the Astral Aurum Carver. It was forged from nine-hundred-year-old Astral Aurum.”

“Due to the nature of Astral Aurum, this sculpting knife can only be used for one sculpture before its magical properties are spent.”

“Because it’s a consumable and Astral Aurum is a rare cosmic phenomenon that can’t be manufactured artificially, the material is incredibly scarce.”

“Unless it’s a law-level masterpiece, no one would dare use an Astral Aurum Carver casually.”

The elder spoke with reverence, pride filling his eyes as he explained the knife’s origins and unique attributes.

He was clearly very confident.

Let’s see what kind of face he makes… when he sees I have ten thousand of these.