One person: Lu Jin, do I look like your master?

His voice was clear and gentle, and his demeanor was graceful, which made people feel good about him subconsciously.

However, when Granny Jin Feng saw Wang Xuan's overall appearance clearly, especially his Taoist robe and felt the harmonious and restrained yet strangely familiar aura around him, her surprise was even greater!

She hadn't seen a young person dressed in such traditional Taoist attire and with such a pure temperament for a very, very long time.

This image instantly stirred up her long-dormant memories, reminding her of the sect from decades ago that had long since vanished into the annals of history—the Sanyi Sect!

Among those disciples who were exceptionally talented yet had tragic fates, she seemed to see in Wang Xuan the same person as Zuo Ruotong, the famous Immortal of Daying from decades ago.

Could this young man have some connection with the Trinity Sect?

But the Trinity Sect has long been... Many thoughts flashed through Granny Jin Feng's mind in an instant, and her gaze toward Wang Xuan became even more complicated and inquisitive.

However, Wang Xuan appeared to have clear and honest eyes, and his manners and speech were very polite; he didn't seem like a wicked person. Granny Jin Feng hesitated for a moment, then asked a few more questions:

"Child, is there something you need from that old madman Xia Liuqing?"

Although she always treated Xia Liuqing coldly and complained about him, they had known each other for decades and had a deep bond.

Xia Liuqing was born into the Quanxing sect and had many enemies when he was young, although he is much more docile now that he is older.

But suddenly a young man of unknown origin, whose cultivation seemed quite good, specifically asked for him by name, so Granny Jin Feng had no choice but to ask him a question and check his credentials.

Wang Xuan could sense the protective and probing intent in Granny Jin Feng's words, and he did not hide anything, telling her frankly:

“Grandma, I am not seeking revenge or harboring any ill intentions when I am looking for Elder Xia.”

I just want to use him to find out about someone else. This matter is quite important to me, and I hope my mother-in-law can do me a favor.

Hearing that Wang Xuan was only looking for someone and not coming to cause trouble for Xia Liuqing, Granny Jin Feng secretly breathed a sigh of relief. As long as he wasn't there to fight or seek revenge, everything was fine.

While Wang Xuan and Granny Jin Feng were talking at the door, a series of light but regular footsteps came from the forest path in the distance, along with an old voice humming a tuneless, off-key opera tune.

An old man, who was not particularly tall either, and even a little shorter than Granny Jinfeng, slowly strolled out from the shadows of the woods.

He wore a somewhat worn hat with the brim pulled down low, revealing white eyebrows and beard, and his face was covered in wrinkles.

Most strikingly, he was holding a small pink flower, which he had picked from who-knows-where, between his thin fingers, and he would occasionally bring it to his nose to smell it, a rather comical and bizarre gesture.

This old man was none other than Xia Liuqing, a renowned figure in the Quanxing sect and the one who mastered the "God Mask" technique!

He had obviously just returned from a stroll outside and happened to overhear Wang Xuan's last sentence.

"Oh? Young man, you're so light and agile, you have the looks of an immortal! You're looking for an old man like me? What's the matter? Tell me, maybe I'll be in a good mood and agree to help you."

His sudden appearance and interruption drew an annoyed glare from Granny Jin Feng at the door, but Wang Xuan felt certain in his heart—the main character had finally appeared.

"Senior Xia, I'd like to know where Baron is?"

Chapter 12: The One Who Nourishes Me, the One Who Instructs Me in the Trinity

Wang Xuan's voice was clear and calm, falling into the silent night sky, yet it was as if a pebble had been thrown in, creating ripples in Xia Liuqing's heart.

Xia Liuqing's fingers, which had been twirling wildflowers with a hint of playfulness, paused almost imperceptibly for a moment.

A genuine look of surprise and scrutiny flashed deep within his seemingly cynical old eyes.

Baron? This young man actually came to see Baron?

He did know Barron; the two had some connection and had even done some things together.

But the number of people who know about his connection with Baron is extremely small, practically nonexistent, throughout the entire world of superhumans!

How did this kid, who suddenly appeared and was wearing a Taoist robe in the style of the Sanyi Sect, find out about this?

Xia Liuqing's curiosity and vigilance rose simultaneously.

He dropped his playful expression, became slightly more serious, carefully examined Wang Xuan, and asked:

"Oh? You're looking for that kid Barron...what do you want?"

He knew Baron. Although the guy was eccentric, liked to seek thrills, and occasionally caused trouble, he was not a villain at heart. Moreover, he mostly operated abroad, so he shouldn't have any enemies in China.

The fact that Wang Xuan, a young man with obvious cultivation and seemingly interesting background, specifically sought him out in search of Balen, is itself quite unusual.

Faced with Xia Liuqing's question, Wang Xuan did not beat around the bush. His gaze was frank and direct, and his voice was clear as he answered:

"For the sake of the Six Treasuries Immortal Thief".

"The Six Treasures Immortal Thief?!"

This time, Xia Liuqing was genuinely surprised, and even subconsciously repeated the name, almost dropping the small wildflower in her hand.

His cloudy old eyes widened instantly as he stared at Wang Xuan in disbelief.

This kid not only knows about his relationship with Baron, but he even knows Baron's trump card, the "Six Treasures Immortal Thief"?!

This is not some common information! Although the name of the Eight Extraordinary Skills is prestigious, outsiders can hardly know the details of who inherited which skill, except for the most core insiders!

"Yes, in order to obtain the Six Treasuries Immortal Thief."

Wang Xuan nodded, his tone certain, without the slightest hesitation or concealment, as if he were stating something perfectly natural.

Xia Liuqing completely abandoned any sense of contempt. He had lived to such an old age and had seen all sorts of people, but a young man like Wang Xuan, with clear goals, direct actions, and even a somewhat "reckless" frankness, was a rare find.

Those who come with this purpose are usually either greedy people who covet power, or people who harbor deep hatred.

He looked closely into Wang Xuan's eyes. There was no greed, no evil in them, only a pure persistence and tranquility. This lessened his revulsion considerably.

Xia Liuqing's voice lowered, carrying a hint of inquiry.

"What exactly is your purpose? You went through all this trouble to find me, just for your ability to eat and drink?"

He tried to conceal his true intentions with a light tone, but his eyes were exceptionally sharp.

Wang Xuan remained silent for a moment, seemingly organizing his thoughts, or perhaps questioning his own conscience. Finally, he raised his head, his gaze clear and resolute, and slowly began to speak:

"To complete my path."

He spoke those seven words slowly, yet they carried immense weight.

Upon hearing this, Xia Liuqing's playful and inquisitive expression completely vanished.

He didn't speak immediately, but stared intently at Wang Xuan with his worldly-wise eyes, as if trying to see through his skin to the deepest part of his heart.

The night wind rustled through the leaves, and the dim light from the doorway of the wooden house cast long shadows of the three people.

After a while, Xia Liuqing suddenly burst into a loud and hearty laugh without any warning:

"Hahaha! Good! Good lad! Interesting! You're just what I'm looking for!"

His laughter echoed through the silent night forest, startling several roosting birds.

He laughed so heartily because in this era, he had seen too many extraordinary people who had lost their true selves in their cultivation.

Most people pursue power merely to compete, satisfy their selfish desires, and seize power and wealth, having long forgotten the original purpose of cultivation—to explore the ultimate truth of heaven and earth, perfect one's own life, and pursue the mysterious "Tao".

The young man before him had a goal of "completing my path," and this purity and clarity were, in his eyes, invaluable!

After laughing, Xia Liuqing wiped away the tears that had welled up in her eyes, and looked Wang Xuan up and down again with great interest, asking:

"Good lad, who is your master? Which sect could possibly produce a disciple like you?"

He became increasingly curious about Wang Xuan's origins, especially that familiar yet unfamiliar aura.

Meeting the probing gazes of Xia Liuqing and Granny Jinfeng, Wang Xuan hesitated for a moment before giving an answer he had already prepared, an answer that was both honest and left room for interpretation:

"Those who nurtured me preserve my nature, and those who imparted knowledge to me are the Trinity."

These words, though simple and clear, struck Xia Liuqing and Granny Jinfeng like a thunderbolt!

The two of them froze almost simultaneously, their faces filled with shock and disbelief!

Xia Liuqing's smile froze instantly, and her fingers, which were twirling the flower, came to a complete stop.

Grandma Jinfeng subconsciously pushed up her reading glasses, as if she doubted that she had misheard.

Xia Liuqing repeated, slowly and deliberately, incredulously:

"You...you mean...you were raised by the Quanxing...but you learned...the methods of the Sanyi Sect?!"

This sounds like utter fantasy, absurd beyond belief!

What is the relationship between Quanxing and Sanyimen?

Those were mortal enemies with a blood feud, irreconcilable! The tragedy decades ago almost wiped out the Sanyi Sect completely, leaving only Lu Jin to desperately maintain its last shred of dignity, while the Quanxing Sect also became infamous in the incident.

How could these two opposing camps coexist in one person?

How could a child raised by members of the Quanxing Sect possibly learn the core secrets of the Sanyi Sect? Moreover, judging from the purity of this young man's Qi, it is definitely not just a superficial understanding!

This is even more unbelievable than the sun rising in the west!

The air seemed to freeze in front of the cabin. Xia Liuqing and Granny Jinfeng stared intently at Wang Xuan, awaiting his explanation, their hearts churning with turmoil.

This young man who suddenly appeared seems to be shrouded in too many perplexing mysteries.

As for receiving instruction from Sanyi, Wang Xuan did indeed cultivate the Reverse Life Triple Stage, hence the saying that he received instruction from Sanyi.

As for being raised by Old Man Wang, Wang Xuan had nothing to hide.

Because Old Man Wang treated Wang Xuan extremely well, Wang Xuan could say with a clear conscience.

Chapter 13 The Six Treasures Immortal Thief, Baron

After Wang Xuan finished speaking, a brief silence fell in front of the cabin.

The night breeze seemed to pause for a moment, with only the chirping of unknown insects continuing in the distant forest.

Xia Liuqing's shrewd old eyes were fixed on Wang Xuan, as if trying to find the slightest bit of hypocrisy or pretense on his face.

After a long pause, he clicked his tongue in amazement, a mixture of disbelief and amusement in his eyes:

"Kid...you really dare to say that! You just openly brought up the fact that you're related to 'Quanxing'?"

His tone was full of inquiry.

In the world of supernatural beings, everyone knows that the word "Quanxing" is almost synonymous with trouble, chaos, and evil.

Once you're associated with them, it's like being branded with an indelible mark. You'll be seen as a thorn in the side by countless so-called "righteous people," who will want to get rid of you as soon as possible.

If an ordinary person had a past relationship with Quanxing, they would be too busy covering it up to dare to do it like Wang Xuan did.

Although Granny Jinfeng didn't speak, her eyes, peering through her reading glasses, were fixed on Wang Xuan, awaiting his reply.

Faced with the gazes of the two elderly people, Wang Xuan simply smiled calmly. There was no trace of reluctance or embarrassment in that smile, only a calm and open-mindedness that showed he had seen through the ways of the world.

Why don't you dare to speak up?

He countered with a question, his voice gentle yet clear.

"Regardless of how outsiders see it, I was indeed found and raised by an old member of Quanxing."

He may be a villain or a bastard in other people's eyes, but to me, he is the father who gave me a second life.

This nurturing grace is heavier than Mount Tai. This is my root, the path I came from. I will not deny it, nor do I need to.

He paused, his gaze sweeping over Xia Liuqing and Granny Jinfeng, before continuing:

"As for the inheritance of the Sanyi Sect, that is my destiny, my path."

Both of these are part of me and constitute who I am today.

Whether something is good or bad, right or wrong, how others judge it is their business.

I only need to do what I'm supposed to do, and have a clear conscience.

These words were spoken calmly and deliberately, yet each word was clear and resounding.

There were no impassioned explanations, nor any pretentious attempts to distance themselves; only a heartfelt acceptance and composure.

After listening, Xia Liuqing and Granny Jinfeng fell silent again, but the way they looked at Wang Xuan had completely changed.

They had lived for many decades and had seen all sorts of people.

There are hypocrites, villains, arrogant fools, and cowards... but people like Wang Xuan are extremely rare.

He was surprisingly open-minded. He showed no inferiority or attempt to hide his background, which most people would consider a "stain." Instead, he accepted it with an almost detached attitude and regarded it as part of himself.

This kind of mindset, this kind of clarity, far surpasses his age.

"Haha! Good! Good lad!"

The silence was broken by Xia Liuqing's sudden, loud laughter.