From Under One Person: Sincere Journey Through the Heavens

“You picked me up from the stream when I was an infant and raised me to adulthood. Do you think I would betray my own family for the sake of my future?” Jiang Liu retorted.

If he really did that, the Left Gate Chief of the Sanyi Gate territory would have to punish him immediately.

Furthermore, this violates his basic moral principles.

Wang Yaozu put down his wine bowl and sighed, "Following me won't be easy, and your future path won't be smooth either. When disciples from prestigious sects see you and learn that you are my disciple, Ghost Hand King, very few will be willing to give you a good look. Some hot-tempered ones might even mock you."

Jiang Liu was aware of this as well.

If Li Muxuan were to truly become Ghost Hand King's disciple and later enter the world of supernatural beings, and even announce his lineage as Ghost Hand King, the younger generation of scions of prestigious families would indeed distance themselves from him.

If I were to reveal my lineage, I'm afraid the same thing would happen.

However, Jiang Liu the Second was different from Li Muxuan. At least in terms of temperament, he would not get angry or ashamed because of other people's insults.

Why bother if it doesn't cause any real harm to your interests?

Furthermore, during their journey with Ghost Hand King, before arriving at the Sanyi Gate territory, when they performed the "Turning the Eight Directions Upside Down" act for money, many people ridiculed them, and they heard all sorts of gossip, but it couldn't shake their resolve at all.

What others think is their business.

But how Jiang Liu conducts himself is his own business.

He was raised by Ghost Hand King, who is both his adoptive father and master in this life. But does this have anything to do with what kind of person he will become in the future?

So what if the road is rugged and difficult to travel?

Just level it!

Jiang Liu, filled with a sense of pride and having drunk some wine, was invigorated and had bright eyes, which made Wang Yaozu laugh heartily.

"Come on! Let's drink!"

After the drinks were finished.

Silent all night.

The next day, Jiang Liu shook his head, mobilized the little bit of fire energy in his heart, circulated it through his body to refresh his mind, and thought to himself, "Really, yesterday I thought I had solved that kid Li Muxuan's problem, and I got a little carried away and actually drank with the old man."

After regaining consciousness, Jiang Liu went outside to wash his face, only to find that Ghost Hand King was gone. His heart skipped a beat, and he hurriedly ran out.

He searched every street and alley, and even the nearby woods, but couldn't find Wang Yaozu.

"You really abandoned me?"

Considering Wang Yaozu's temperament, Jiang Liu was certain that the other party was still worried that he would hinder his future and intended to sever all ties with him.

But what will Ghost Hand King do?

Left with no other choice, Jiang Liu went to the school related to the Sanyi Sect and found Mr. Dongshan giving a lecture.

Li Muxuan was also in the school.

Although this kid had already become Zuo Ruotong's disciple yesterday, he still has to study at this school.

Upon seeing Jiang Liu, Li Muxuan glared at him fiercely, but said nothing more. After all, he knew in his heart that without this guy, it would be a long time before he could truly become a disciple of the Sanyi Sect, and he might even lose his temper and stray into the evil path one day.

But he was stubborn. He kept this kindness in his heart, but he would never admit it on his face. He even thought that after he learned the Reverse Life Triple Technique of the Three Ones Sect and gained more skills, he would get his revenge and stuff a lump of mud into Jiang Liu's mouth.

Master Dongshan was a disciple of Zuo Ruotong, but he failed to break through to the Reverse Life Realm and his cultivation was completely dissipated, so he became an ordinary person. However, he was learned in both ancient and modern times and knowledgeable in both the East and the West, so he was able to live a peaceful life. Now he is a teacher at the Sanyi School.

"Sir, I apologize for disturbing you."

Jiang Liu raised his hands in a gesture of respect.

Dongshan had also heard about what happened yesterday. He told the students in the hall to study on their own for the time being, and went outside to ask Jiang Liu, "Thanks to you, Li Muxuan stopped pretending. Our Sanyi Sect is indebted to you."

"It's all a small matter, nothing to mention. I'm just trying to make things easier for my old man," Jiang Liu said politely at first, before cupping his hands and asking, "However, if the Sanyi Sect truly appreciates this favor, could you do me a favor?"

"What kind of help?"

Dongshan did not immediately agree.

"When I woke up this morning, my master was nowhere to be found."

Jiang Liu shamelessly pleaded, then said to Master Dongshan, "I am actually just like Li Muxuan. I had been hiding from my master, hoping for the best. But when I stopped hiding yesterday, it made him anxious and uncertain. This morning, he ran away from home without a word. Alas, my strength is limited. I can't find him and I don't know where he went. I hope the Sanyi Sect can help me."

After saying this, Jiang Liu knelt down and kowtowed towards Dongshan.

Dongshan quickly helped Jiang Liu up and said, "Don't rush to kowtow. Let me take you to see your master."

Immediately, he pulled Jiang Liu to his feet and headed towards the Sanyi Gate.

The Sanyi Gate is built on the mountain. After walking up the steps, you arrive at the gate and see the ancient gate with the two gilded characters "Sanyi" on it. It is simple and grand. It is surrounded by green mountains and clear waters, which makes Jiang Liu sigh that this place is blessed with natural beauty.

After entering the main gate, walk uphill for a while to reach the main courtyard of the Sanyi Gate.

Inside the courtyard, Zuo Ruotong was personally instructing Lu Jin in cultivation. When she saw Dongshan leading Jiang Liu over, she was a little curious. After learning what had happened, she said to Jiang Liu, "Actually, you know very well why Wang Yaozu left you."

“I understand, but he is my father after all.” Jiang Liu did not hesitate at all. He bent his knees and knelt down, bowing to him. “Master Zuo, I hope you can help me. You don’t need to help me find my master. Just tell me his approximate location. I will find him myself. It’s better than running around like a headless fly now.”

Zuo Ruotong sighed.

He understood Wang Yaozu's behavior, and even believed that the other party's sudden departure without leaving any trace was to sever ties with the child.

After all, Ghost Hand King must know this child's personality; he is methodical and doesn't act like a headless fly running around aimlessly.

If you want to find someone, you can go to Jianghu Inn or Yinghe Tower, but Jiang Liu was raised by the Ghost Hand King of Quanxing, and this identity means that he will have a lot of trouble if he goes there.

Besides, Jianghu Inn is quite far from here, and it would take a long time just to get there.

Furthermore, Ghost Hand King's departure occurred sometime between last night and this morning. Even if he left the territory of the Sanyi Sect, he couldn't have gone very far, and Zuo Ruotong is not an unreasonable person—

Did Ghost Hand King calculate that Jiang Liu would definitely come begging to him for help?

That's what she thought, but Zuo Ruotong also knew that Jiang Liu was too clever and had probably thought of it too, so the problem had actually come to him.

After all, the San Yi Sect doesn't mind disciples who bring their own skills to the sect, and with Jiang Liu's talent, if he could cultivate the Reverse Life Triple Realm, he might have a better chance of breaking through to the Triple Realm than him.

and so--

Should we keep him?

The moment this thought crossed his mind, Zuo Ruotong rejected it. It went against his principles. If others were unwilling to stay, how could he force them to stay for the sake of the so-called Triple?

Then how is that different from the whole body?

It seems my cultivation is still insufficient!

Zuo Ruotong sighed inwardly and summoned Shuiyun, Changqing...

# Chapter 7 Turning the World Upside Down

"Thank you, Master Zuo."

Jiang Liu expressed his gratitude.

"Don't thank me yet."

Zuo Ruotong pulled Jiang Liu up, had Shuiyun and Changqing stand aside, and pointed at Lu Jin, saying, "I can help you, but you have to agree to one condition first: fight my disciple."

Jiang Liu let out an "Ah".

But Zuo Ruotong didn't care and said, "Don't hold back. Go all out and let me see your skills. If you hold back to save face for my Sanyi Sect and fight Lu Jin to a standstill, then I won't help you. Moreover, the longer you fight Lu Jin, the longer it will take for Shuiyun and Changqing to go down and deliver the message to the disciples. Think about it carefully."

After saying that, Zuo Ruotong walked to the side, and other disciples brought over chairs.

After sitting down, Zuo Ruotong said, "Let's begin."

As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Jin circulated his Qi throughout his body, and his skin became a little fairer.

This is the ultimate technique of the San Yi Sect: Reverse Rebirth Triple.

Going with the flow can avoid calamities, while going against the tide can bring great success.

The concept of "reversing the cycle of rebirth" is to reverse the acquired Qi into the innate Qi in order to seek a glimmer of hope.

When a person is born, the primordial energy is transformed into the limbs and bones; this is the natural order.

Following the natural order is in accordance with the laws of nature, but one cannot escape death. Therefore, one needs to reverse the process and return to the primordial Qi. This is going against the laws of nature in order to achieve the ultimate goal of ascending to immortality.

This method has three levels. The first level is when true qi is abundant and transforms into skin and flesh. After mastering this, one will have the strength of a dragon and tiger in every movement. The second level is when qi transforms into tendons, bones, and internal organs. After mastering this, one can do many incredible things, such as being immune to water and fire, impervious to knives and spears, and able to regenerate severed limbs. The third level is when qi transforms the entire body and reverses the innate primordial qi.

But Jiang Liu understood that the Reverse Life Triple Transformation could not lead to the Heavenly Realm. Even if he reached the third level and reconstructed the three major dantian (upper, middle, and lower), and was able to gather and disperse qi, he would still not be able to cultivate true innate qi.

At this time, Lu Jin had cultivated for two years and had already reached the first level, the state of being filled with true qi and the qi transforming into flesh and blood. His progress was even more impressive than that of many senior brothers in the Sanyi Sect who were at the first level.

It is estimated that in a while, I will be able to break through to the second level.

Zuo Ruotong sent him to test Jiang Liu's abilities.

"Brother Jiang Liu, please enlighten me."

After activating the first level of Reverse Rebirth, Lu Jin clasped his hands in a fist salute and then attacked Jiang Liu.

"Feel sorry."

Jiang Liu sighed, and without holding back, he circulated his Qi throughout his body, performing the "Reversal of Eight Directions" technique, but attached the force field to his hands instead of using his ability to control objects.

Reversing the eight directions, this person has another name in later generations: Human Magnet.

Those who cultivate the ability to reverse the eight directions gain control over their own human magnetic field.

The reason why Ghost Hand King's Reversal of Eight Directions stands out is not because he has a stronger control over human magnetism, but because his technique involves the Eight Extraordinary Meridians.

The eight extraordinary meridians are different from the twelve regular meridians. They are not directly connected to the internal organs, nor do they have an exterior-interior relationship. They "traverse separately and are called "extraordinary meridians". They are: Du Meridian, Ren Meridian, Chong Meridian, Dai Meridian, Yang Wei Meridian, Yin Wei Meridian, Yin Qiao Meridian, and Yang Qiao Meridian.

Among them, the Ren and Du meridians are the foundation that all cultivators must open at the beginning of their cultivation.

During the process of cultivating Qi, breathing, regulating the breath, and guiding the Qi must pass through the three dantians in the front, namely the upper, middle, and lower dantians; the three gates in the back, namely the coccyx gate, the spine gate, and the jade pillow gate; and the three orifices, namely the yin orifice, the yang orifice, and the central palace orifice.

These three gates and nine orifices all require the practitioner to first open the Ren and Du meridians and complete a small circulation of Qi throughout the body before they can be used.

To achieve the first level of the Three Reversal of Life, and to reach the state of abundant true qi that transforms into the skin and flesh, one must completely open up all eight extraordinary meridians throughout the body.

The same applies to the flow of the river.

The Ghost Hand King's Reversal of the Eight Directions is based on the eight extraordinary meridians that circulate throughout the human body, corresponding to the eight trigrams: Qian, Zhen, Kan, Li, Dui, Kun, Xun, and Gen. When the Qi circulates through these eight extraordinary meridians, it borrows the power of human magnetism to mobilize external objects.

According to Ghost Hand King, he uses the Bagua (Eight Trigrams) of the human body to manipulate the Bagua of Heaven and Earth, thereby achieving the goal of controlling external things.

If Ghost Hand King understood the cultivation methods of sorcerers, this technique might have evolved into Qimen after being passed down through generations.

But Ghost Hand King didn't understand.