Investiture of the Gods: I am Bigan, the Master of Conspiracy

Chapter 12: The teachings take action!

Ji Chang knew clearly that there must be a deep meaning behind the great opportunity given by the Chan Sect, and he would probably have to pay a huge price.

Just ask, the Xianjiao sect came up with sixty-four hexagrams that are comparable to Fuxi’s eight trigrams!
This will inevitably completely eliminate the Eight Trigrams. If so, then he will truly replace Fuxi.

For such benefits, how much is the price I have to pay?
Thinking of this, Ji Chang hurriedly bowed again and asked earnestly, "Immortal, your kindness is so great that I am overwhelmed. However, with such great kindness, I am truly puzzled. Why are you helping me with all your strength?"

Nanji Xianweng looked indifferent as he gazed calmly at Ji Chang and said slowly, "Since the Yellow Emperor, through the Xia Dynasty, tens of thousands of years have passed. All those who have become human emperors are descendants of the Yellow Emperor. The Ji family, as descendants of the Xuanyuan Yellow Emperor, inherits supreme glory. I, the Chan Sect, was once the Yellow Emperor's teacher. With this connection, it is natural to help the Ji family prosper."

After hearing this, Ji Chang suddenly realized that the Chan Sect was intending to support the Ji family.

But Ji Chang also knew that the Chan Sect would not help the Ji family for nothing. Since there was such help, he must give something in return.

Ji Chang calmed down and asked, "I understand the Immortal's intention. But I don't know what I need to pay to accept this opportunity."

The Immortal of the South Pole smiled faintly and said slowly, "These sixty-four hexagrams are destined to be with you. You can first comprehend a few of them. If you gain any insights, then you can decide whether it is your destiny and whether you want to accept this cause and effect. Everything depends on your own luck and choice."

The Immortal of the South Pole raised his hand and brushed his sleeves lightly, his eyes deep as he began to elaborate on the exquisiteness of the sixty-four hexagrams: "The sixty-four hexagrams are the basis of the eight trigrams. They are evolving. For example, two Qians superimposed together also form the Qian hexagram. Compared with Fuxi's innate eight trigrams, this Qian hexagram has six lines, and each line has its own changes. As the yin and yang of the lines change, they become new hexagrams. I have inherited the sixty-four hexagrams from the saints, and I will teach them all to you. For example, the six lines of the Qian hexagram are all yang. When yang reaches its extreme, things will turn to the opposite extreme and produce life. One yin changes from the first line, and it becomes... "The sky is windy and dirty, and the yin continues to rise, gradually changing into Tianshan Dun, Tiandi Fei, Fengdi Guan, and Shandi Bo. At this point, the entire Qian Gua, which is all yang, is finally stripped away by the yin, leaving only the top yang. The top yang changes to yin and becomes Kun. The extreme of yin gives birth to yang, which is the birth of a yang from the beginning, which is Di Lei Fu. The yang energy continues to rise, which is Di Ze Lin. The yang energy is still born, which is Di Tian Tai. In this way, the upper three are yin and the lower three are yang, which is San Yang Kai Tai. The yang energy continues to rise and becomes Lei Tian Da Zhuang, Ze Tian Kui, and finally completes a cycle, which is the Qian Gua."

The Immortal of the South Pole briefly explained the mystery of the reincarnation of the sixty-four hexagrams.

Ji Chang listened attentively. As the immortal spoke, he felt as if a door to the ultimate truth of heaven and earth had opened before his eyes.

The changes in the hexagrams matched the operation of all things in the world one by one. Ji Chang felt a strong resonance in his heart. In an instant, he truly felt that these sixty-four hexagrams were inextricably linked to himself.

At this moment, Ji Chang knew very well that if he could be the first among human beings to comprehend the sixty-four hexagrams, he would undoubtedly make immortal contributions. At that time, he would be blessed with great merits and would be able to directly achieve the status of a sage among human beings.

Such glory is comparable to that of the ancient sage Fuxi, and his name will be recorded forever in the history of mankind.

Such an attractive prospect made Ji Chang very excited, and his eyes were full of desire.

"The sixty-four hexagrams are even more detailed and sophisticated than the eight trigrams!"

Ji Chang pondered secretly in his heart with a serious expression!
"Once the sixty-four hexagrams appear, the eight hexagrams will inevitably be eliminated and will no longer be used by the human race. If that happens, I'm afraid Fuxi will really be replaced by me."

You know, Fuxi is not just the emperor of the human race.

The Bagua theory he founded has long been regarded as a guiding principle by human beings. It is used in divination, farming, sacrifices and many other aspects, and has long been deeply integrated into the hearts of human beings.

The Eight Trigrams were like a patent with eternal validity. As long as humanity existed and it was used, Fuxi would continue to enjoy the boundless fortune associated with it. However, once the Sixty-Four Trigrams emerged, becoming humanity's new tool for exploring the universe and predicting good and bad fortune, the Eight Trigrams faded into oblivion, a memory lost in history.

Along with this, the unique luck enjoyed by Fuxi will also be quietly transferred to the person who created the sixty-four hexagrams.

By then, Fuxi might only have the empty title of Emperor of Heaven, and his influence on the human race would be replaced by new sages.

Thinking of this, Ji Chang couldn't help but show worry on his face, and couldn't help but ask: "If this is the case, how can I explain it to Emperor Fuxi?"

Upon seeing this, the Immortal of the South Pole gently waved his hand, his expression indifferent, his tone unwavering, "Lord Xibo, what is there to fear? You are a descendant of the Human Emperor Xuanyuan, bearing the blood of the Yellow Emperor. If you were to create these sixty-four hexagrams, you would not only earn yourself the reputation of a sage, but would also greatly enhance the prestige of the Xuanyuan clan. What you are doing is in accordance with the great trend of the evolution of heaven and earth, and is opening up new frontiers of wisdom for our race. Why should you be hindered by such concerns?"

The Immortal of the South Pole saw all the changes in Ji Chang's expression, but his face remained calm. He was certain that Ji Chang would never be able to refuse such temptation.

"Lord Xibo, what do you think?" the immortal asked slowly.

Ji Chang gathered his composure, looked up at the Immortal Nanji, and asked, "Master, this opportunity is truly rare for Ji Chang. I just wonder how you would like me to resolve this matter?"

The Immortal of the South Pole had a deep, solemn gaze as he spoke slowly, "Since the Yellow Emperor, the throne of the Human Emperor has been inherited by his descendants. Now, this Shang King, Di Xin, is acting erratically and attempting to overturn the order established by the Yellow Emperor. The Yellow Emperor was once taught by our Chan Sect, so as our teacher, how can we sit idly by and watch?"

Nanji Xianweng paused for a moment, his tone softening as he looked at Ji Chang with hope in his eyes. "Therefore, the Xianjiao has decided to support you, Marquis Xibo, to help you rebuild the Yellow Emperor's order and regain control of humanity. This is in accordance with Heaven's will and is also the Xianjiao's unshirkable responsibility."

When Ji Chang heard this, he was shocked. He was excited to be entrusted with an important task, but also nervous about the unknown.

"but!"

Nanji Xianweng's voice turned serious. "Once this is accomplished, Marquis Xibo will swear an oath to no longer bear the title of Human Emperor, but to take the title of Son of Heaven. From now on, you must cooperate with me in expounding the Way of Heaven, educating the people, and maintaining order and balance between heaven and earth. What do you think?"

After hearing this, Ji Chang's expression suddenly changed.

Although Ji Chang was the Duke of Xibo, he still couldn't fully understand the meaning of the Son of Heaven at this moment.

However, Ji Chang also knew that to go from being the Emperor of Man to being the Son of Heaven was to lower his status, and if that was the case, the price would be too high.

"Calling yourself the Son of Heaven? How can that be possible? If so, the Ji family will be cursed for eternity!"

(End of this chapter)