Simulator: Starting as a Green Snake and Transforming into a Dragon

Gu Yuchuan thought for a long time but still couldn't figure out how to develop the Linlang Pavilion. However, he was unwilling to give up the huge wealth brought by weapon refining. In the simulation, he had become richer than an ordinary Foundation Establishment cultivator in just half a month. However, this large operation also led to his death. His cultivation and strength could not support such a large operation.

However, he still felt he had to go see the Xuan Turtle Demon General. Maybe the other party had a way. He was nominally still the other party's subordinate, although he was the kind of person who only obeyed orders. However, the other party could take a cut of his wealth. Having another weapon-refining master in his territory would be a good thing for him, so he couldn't help but take it seriously.

Therefore, Gu Yuchuan went to the Xuan Turtle Demon General without stopping. After all, the war was about to begin tomorrow, and it would be too late to talk about these things then.

After being informed, he met the Xuan Turtle Demon General. The general's complexion was not very good, and he couldn't tell what was wrong, but he felt that the general hadn't rested well.

"Lord Demon General, I've come today to discuss something with you. I've already become a weapon refiner and want to open a shop in Mingxi. However, I know that with my current strength, opening a shop would be too high-profile. So, I'd like to borrow your name. Of course, this won't be in vain; I'll give you 10% of the profits."

The Xuan Turtle Demon General looked at him with scrutinizing eyes and a very calm voice.

"Oh? You actually know how to refine weapons. That's not easy. Even we demons find it difficult to learn these things, let alone the aquatic race. We are born without fire, so it's very difficult for us to learn. You are the first weapon refiner under my command. I agree to your request, but starting now is definitely not a good thing."

Gu Yuchuan looked up and saw the other party's tired eyes. Could it be that this Xuan Turtle Demon General already knew about the impending war? Well, that makes sense. After all, the other party is one of the few demon generals on the outskirts of Yunhai Marsh. If a battle plan is to be devised, it is necessary to let him know. Gu Yuchuan lowered his head, trying not to let his emotions show.

"Although I don't know why, since you have made a decision, I will abide by it. It just so happens that I only have twenty magical artifacts, which is really not enough. I will take this time to refine some more so that I don't have to sell them."

The Xuan Turtle Demon General shook his head: "That's not what I'm talking about. I have something else to say. I'll be frank. You know about the Beast Taming Sect. We're going to war soon. Opening your business at this time is definitely not a good thing. Think about it carefully. I don't need to analyze the pros and cons for you, do I?"

Of course he knew this; he had already experienced it once in the simulator. War would make magical artifacts even scarcer, elevating him to a position that didn't belong to him. In reality, mid-grade and low-grade magical artifacts weren't really that powerful, but it was because of the battle that his fame became too great, which was why he had to die. Even if he wasn't killed by the human race, when his wealth surpassed that of a Foundation Establishment cultivator, others would have no choice but to be tempted.

Seeing that Gu Yuchuan remained silent, he continued speaking.

"You don't need to worry. People with special skills like you never have to go to the battlefield. However, I suggest you come along as a weapon refiner accompanying the army. We will hide your identity. Everyone knows that a weapon refiner has been born here, but no one knows who it is. Your safety is guaranteed. All you have to do is refine ten magical artifacts every month. Once you've completed that, you'll still get paid for your war merits. When the war ends, your identity will be revealed. With your war merits to back you up, your shop will do very well, and no one will do anything to you."

When he first heard this idea, he thought it was just so-so. But the more he thought about it, the more feasible it seemed, even a very viable method. If he took out the weapon forging at this time, it would definitely be discovered by the human race. The human race's protection of his cultivation arts was almost pathological. This could be seen from the simulation. They tried to kill him many times. If he wanted to live, he had to follow the main force. At the very least, with a Golden Core Demon King leading the main force, the human race would not be able to enter. After the war ended, the human race would not be able to enter Yunhai Marsh again, as that would provoke a new real conflict.

He steeled his heart and nodded in agreement: "I am grateful for the Demon General's kindness in giving me this opportunity. Rest assured, I will do my job well and will not tarnish your reputation."

The Xuan Turtle Demon General looked at him with satisfaction: "Alright, go back and prepare. Remember to keep this a secret. We should start the uprising tomorrow."

Gu Yuchuan nodded and bowed: "Don't worry, I'm very tight-lipped. I will definitely keep it a secret and guarantee that no news will get out of my hands. I'll go back now and won't disturb you any longer, Demon General."

After saying that, Gu Yuchuan respectfully left. Without wasting any time, he returned to the Flood Dragon Palace and summoned all his subordinates. His expression was not good.

"Tomorrow, the war between Yunhaize and the Beast Taming Sect will likely begin. I'm going to the front lines, and we need one more person from among us. Pei Yu, come with me. Bai Ming will take care of things at home. During this time, you two should focus on your cultivation at home and maintain the daily operations. Don't cause trouble. If there's anything you can't handle, just wait for me to come back. Prioritize your own safety. Here are two Heart-Protecting Mirrors, which are low-grade defensive magic artifacts. Bai Ming and Pei Yu, you two each take one."

The two immediately knelt down to express their gratitude and accepted the magical artifact. Gu Yuchuan had gone to great lengths to enhance their combat power, as the battle was far from over and required thorough preparation.

"Alright, that's all I have to say. Go and make your preparations. Keep this a secret and don't let it leak out, or we'll all be in trouble."

After the others left, Gu Yuchuan's expression wasn't good. Even after deciding to go to the battlefield, he was still unsettled. Although theoretically, this was a very safe location, it was still a battlefield, always extremely dangerous, and no one knew what might happen. He decided to simulate one more time. He still had two simulation attempts left, and five more spirit stones available for exchange. This was more than enough; there was no need to be so stingy. He wanted to see if this time it would be safe.

He sighed and walked back to his cave. It was getting dark, and the moonlight shone from the water into the cave, like a layer of silver frost covering the ground. It looked clear but also a little lonely. He quickly lay down on the bed and prepared to start the simulation.