"As the saying goes, where there are people, there will be the world of rivers and lakes."
And wherever there is a world of rivers and lakes, naturally there must be a division of strength and weakness.
This feeling is like in martial arts novels, the two highly visible sects of Shaolin and Wudang, no matter whether one accepts or not, when martial artists mention them, they must acknowledge that they are undisputed stars in the martial world.
In the era of one man's world, Longhushan and Sanmen door are similar existences.
The former has a long history, one of the origins of Taoism, and it leads the disciples of the Zhengyi door. Moreover, every generation of the Tianshi will master the 【Five Thunderous Methods】, which is the most top-level offensive method, so whether it is strength or power, the current Tianshi of Longhushan in the circle of outsiders has an important status and no one dares to question.
As for the Sanmen door...
To put it simply, although this sect also boasts methods that are unparalleled in the circle of outsiders and is considered not inferior to the Golden Light Spell and thunder techniques of the Tianshi Mansion, for several decades prior, the Sanmen door was not very well-known.
However, this is because the so-called "Reversed Life Triad" method is very powerful, but the difficulty of cultivation is extremely high. Even for people with exceptional talents, if they are not suitable for this method, it is very difficult to master it.
And if one forcibly cultivates it, there could even be a danger to life, and even if it is cured, it could result in disability.
As a result, over the years, the number of disciples that the Sanmen door has recruited has decreased, and among them, those who can cultivate the "Reversed Life Triad" to a profound level are even fewer. This is why it gradually declined in prominence and could only be compared to ordinary second-tier sects.
Until thirty years ago, a genius named Zuo Ruotong emerged from thin air. At the age of less than thirty, he cultivated the "Reversed Life Triad" to a realm where he could regenerate limbs, and his combat power was terrifying, with no one among his peers who could surpass him.
Furthermore, with his noble character and ethereal appearance, he was admired by many newcomers in the circle. As a result, more and more seekers of knowledge flocked to him, and during this period, the Sanmen door continuously grew stronger. Now, it has even reached a level where it can match the fame of Longhushan.
Of course, it is only in terms of reputation.
After all, Longhushan is strong because Longhushan itself is very strong, while the strength of Sanmen door is largely due to the great achievements of Zuo Ruotong, who is known as Da Ying Xian Ren, and the two cannot be compared.
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"Ha ha! The Tianshi and Left Gate Leader have personally paid a visit, truly making my Lu family shine with honor!"
Seeing that the two current spiritual leaders of the mansion had come personally to celebrate his birthday, Mr. Lu immediately felt very proud. His old face turned rosy and he greeted Zeng Jingqing and Zuo Ruotong with full vitality.
"Mr. Lu, you are too modest. On your eightieth birthday, how could our Longhushan possibly be absent? We have to share in the joy."
Zeng Jingqing said this with a smile on his rugged face, but to those who did not know him well, it carried an imposing aura. Combined with his thick mustache, he reminded people of the portrait of Zhong Kui that could ward off evil spirits.
"The Tianshi is right, Mr. Lu is indeed a senior. Moreover, Jing'er is my disciple. How could I not come to offer my congratulations?"
Zuo Ruotong smiled gently, his handsome and refined appearance making the whole banquet brighter by a few degrees. Particularly among a group of old people, he looked even more outstanding, so that some of the younger people who did not know him were discussing him incessantly. After learning his identity, their eyes brightened again, indicating that they had become fans of his.
"Ha ha ha——Yes, yes! Let's not beat around the bush. Soon, you two will join me for a few more glasses, and we'll drink until we're drunk!"
After saying this, Mr. Lu immediately instructed his eldest grandson, Lu Xuanqing, to call out names and confirm everyone's presence. Once everyone was accounted for, he announced the beginning of the banquet. In no time, there was a lively exchange of cups and glasses, creating a cheerful and bustling atmosphere.
Unknown how long it had passed, the night deepened, and the banquet was gradually coming to an end.
At this moment, the representative of the Wang family this time, that is, the head of the Wang family, seeing the juniors gathering in the distance, suddenly proposed that they exercise tomorrow. They would perform in front of various famous schools and sects to show off their skills. At the same time, it would also be a chance to see how the new generation performs.
Among them, he particularly mentioned Lu Jǐn, the most outstanding member of the Lu family's generation, praising him to the heavens and earth. He said that it was just the right opportunity to make a name for himself in the circle.
Upon hearing this, the new head of the Lu family, Lu Xuanben, wanted to decline, but the Lü family and Gao family quickly echoed his sentiment. The representatives from other sects who were also present were intrigued by the idea and thought it was a good one, expressing their agreement in unison.
Lu Xuan was helpless, and turned to look at his grandfather and son, Lu Jing, who was taught by Zuo Ruotong. He asked them for advice.
"Letting the children play, there is no harm in it. As long as we keep an eye on them, they won't cause any trouble."
Zuo Ruotong did not refuse, but as if thinking of something, he glanced in a direction at the banquet and a hint of helplessness flashed in his eyes.
"Zuo Ruotong, what do you mean?"
Lu Xuan sighed and looked towards the direction of the Tianshi, Zeng Jingqing.
"I don't have any objections..."
Zeng Jingqing first nodded, then paused for a few seconds, and in a low voice, he spoke to Lu Xuan and Zuo Ruotong: "Mr. Lu, Mr. Zuo, I have something to discuss with you regarding the matter of sparring."
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The camera shifts to the side, showing the young generation over there.
At this moment, the Wang family's eldest son, Wang Ai, was still bothering Guan Shi Hua, a descendant of the northern Yanma sect. This made the surrounding teenagers and girls laugh and cheer.
At one of the dining tables, Wu Xian, dressed in white, silently observed this scene, his expression slightly unnatural.
Wang Ai, Lv Ci, Lu Jing, and Guan Shi Hua... four future members of the top ten in the world of outsiders, all standing right in front of him, and they are all still young children. It's really like a dream.
Shaking his head, Wu Xian pushed down the strange thoughts in his mind and continued to focus on eating.
These days, we are nearing the most chaotic period. By the time the younger generation comes in, there might not be times when one can eat to their heart's content every meal. It has to be cherished.
By the way, since he received the cultivation content of "Eight Extremes" in the mysterious space last time, Wu Xian has been dedicating himself to studying it. The first skill he learned was 【Six Treasury Immortal Thief】, a technique that can make one stronger by simply eating and can even achieve near immortality.
As it was a modified version of the original godly technique, Wu Xian found that it was even easier to master this particular skill. Unlike the original, there was no negative side effect of overwhelming cravings consuming one's essence. Wu Xian successfully entered the realm of this technique after only three days of understanding.
Then, it was a continuous process of eating, just as described in the comics. Now, Wu Xian is able to perfectly absorb the nutrients from food and transform them into pure Qi to strengthen his body and raise the upper limit of his Qi capacity.
For over a month, Wu Xian has made significant progress in overall strength compared to before. Particularly, the amount of Qi stored and the speed of its recovery have increased by at least twofold.
"Is it a bit too fast? Was the original 【Six Treasury Immortal Thief】 that powerful? Or is it that the modified version of the Eight Odd Techniques by the Main God, not only removed the side effects, but also improved its efficiency……"
Thinking this in his heart, Wu Xian suddenly felt a gaze fall upon him.
Following the sense of energy, he looked over and saw a young cleric in gray robes, who was nibbling on peanuts while observing him with interest from about 30 meters away.
Their eyes met, and despite the noise around them, for a moment, the world seemed quiet.
This was the first meeting between the future peak of humanity and the only land immortal in the world.
