The long night passed without Ji Jue even noticing.

Inside the makeshift workshop in the motorhome, it was only when the alarm clock rang that Ji Jue sluggishly realized morning had arrived.

Thanks to the enhanced stamina that came with being a Chosen One, staying awake all night wasn’t much of a problem. Besides, he’d managed to get plenty of rest during the journey. After a full night’s work, the furnace roared to life once more, and brilliant silver light illuminated his eyes.

Ji Jue grinned. “Mission accomplished! Thanks, Mr. Ball!”

“We’re bros. No need to be so polite!” the devil’s work ball replied. “Been a while since I last saw you. Your craftsmanship has definitely improved. At your level, if you brush up on your theory, you should be able to go get a license.”

Ji Jue shook his head. “I’ve still got a long way to go.” 

He knew his own strengths and weaknesses better than anyone. He wasn’t so full of himself as to think a few months of study was...