Chapter 1 - The Eighth Disciple of Wudang

"I... transmigrated?" Ning Change was a bit dazed. When he looked at his own small arms, he immediately understood his situation. Not only had he transmigrated, he had also been reborn as a baby who had just awakened his innate wisdom. Looking at the desolate wilderness around him, he couldn't be more aware of his predicament. He had been abandoned! He was an abandoned baby!

"Damn!" The joy of his recent transmigration vanished in an instant. In his previous life, although he had cancer, he still had a few months to live. But now, in this situation, he was afraid that he might not survive long.

He was extremely frightened. In this desolate wilderness, if some wild beasts suddenly appeared, not even a ferocious tiger, just a fox or a weasel, they could devour him without leaving a trace!

Even if there were no wild animals, he still had to eat something. Without the ability to move, he would starve to death sooner or later.

[The system has detected your successful transmigration and the awakening of the innate wisdom of your previous life. You have received the blessing of Chaos Consciousness and possess extraordinary insight!]

In his state of panic, a message flowed through his mind. Ning Change widened his eyes. Extraordinary insight! With just one listen, he knew it was extraordinary. It meant that he would learn everything very quickly. Used properly, it was undoubtedly a heavenly talent! But the problem was that it was of no use to him in his current situation. Having a strong insight was useless if he had no physical abilities.

"No wonder I, Ning Changge, am about to die shortly after the transition. My promising life hasn't even begun, and I don't even know what kind of world this transition has brought me to, and I'm already on the brink of death." Ning Change was reluctant.

Suddenly, in the distance, came a series of sounds. At first, they seemed faint, but after a few breaths, they became incredibly loud and clear. Even though the voices seemed far away, Ning Changge could hear them because he had just been favoured by the Chaos Consciousness.

Ning Changge's heart filled with excitement. He understood the next step. Without hesitation, he began to wail.

"Waaah! Waaah!"

Ning Changge used all his strength to shout loudly. His voice filled with a sense of urgency rang out in the air.

"Waaah!"

His yell was more than ten times louder than before.

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Just after coming down from the top of Mount Hua, Zhang Sanfeng bid farewell to the two members of the martial arts world's Big Five: Huang Yaoshi and Wang Chongyang. This time he had come from far away in the Ming Dynasty and had been invited to witness the competition on Mount Hua.

In the end, Wang Chongyang had triumphed over all the martial artists and obtained the Nine Yin Manual, leaving Zhang Sanfeng deeply impressed.

"Zhang Sanfeng, you have come from afar today, and we are truly humbled," Huang Yaoshi and Wang Chongyang both paid their respects, showing great respect for Zhang Sanfeng.

With his white hair and beard, Zhang Sanfeng looked like an immortal. He smiled slightly, making everyone feel as if they were bathed in the warmth of spring.

"You are both too kind. Today, I have witnessed the profound foundation of the Great Song Dynasty, which has also greatly benefited this old Daoist."

As they exchanged pleasantries, all three of them suddenly detected strange noises in the distance. All they could hear was a distant wailing. At first, it seemed faint, but after a few breaths, it became incredibly loud, clear enough to be heard from a hundred metres away. The three martial arts masters were intrigued. Together, they went to investigate the source of the sound.

They pushed aside the thick undergrowth and found a baby boy lying in a nappy, crying loudly. It was none other than Ning Change.

Finding an abandoned baby in the wilderness was a rare occurrence, but what amazed the three martial arts masters even more were the rhythmic vibrations hidden in the baby's cries.

"Could it be that there are those who are born with knowledge? This sound vibration, even martial arts experts who specialise in sound waves could only have reached this level," remarked Wang Chongyang. Despite his remarkable skills, he realised the significance of this.

If it weren't for the fact that the baby had no internal energy, the sound waves it produced could damage a person's lungs.

At that moment, Ning Changge had stopped crying. He smiled and stared at the three men. He could clearly see their identities from their fragmented conversation: Zhang Sanfeng, Huang Yaoshi and Wang Chongyang!

Ning Changge immediately understood the world he was in. It was almost certain that this was a comprehensive martial arts world (wuxia world).

Wang Chongyang took a liking to the baby. Although he was a bit surprised, he didn't say anything. As martial artists themselves, they could all see that this baby was a rare gem. With some cultivation, he would surely shine in the future.

Wang Chongyang was about to speak when he noticed that Ning Changge wasn't looking at him, but at Zhang Sanfeng. Ning Changge was no fool. Given the choice between the three of them, there was no question who he would choose!

Zhang Sanfeng couldn't help but stroke his beard and laugh heartily. Wang Chongyang sighed, "It seems that this child is destined to have a relationship with the Daoist. Why don't you take him back to Wudang and teach him?

He was also an open-minded Daoist, and although he originally intended to take Ning Changge as his disciple, he decided to give up as fate seemed to have other plans. Instead, he advised Zhang Sanfeng to take Ning Changge under his wing.

Huang Yaoshi smiled and added, "If he can receive guidance from you, it will be the child's good fortune.

Zhang Sanfeng was overjoyed. He picked up Ning Changge, his eyes filled with kindness.

"In that case, you will accompany this old Daoist to Wudang from now on. He will be the eighth disciple of this old Daoist!"

He then turned to Wang Chongyang and Huang Yaoshi and bowed respectfully.

"Thank you both for your understanding!"

Wang Chongyang and Huang Yaoshi quickly returned the gesture.

"Congratulations, Master Zhang, for finding such a talented student. In a dozen years, this will surely become a legendary story in the martial arts world."

Zhang Sanfeng's face showed even more joy. After pondering for a moment, he smiled and said, "Since the three of us discovered this child together today, it must be fate. The two of you also share a bond with him. In the future, when he has mastered the martial arts, I will invite him to visit you personally.

Upon hearing Zhang Sanfeng's words, Wang Chongyang and Huang Yaoshi were deeply moved. This was Zhang Sanfeng's way of fostering a closer relationship with them through this eighth disciple. It was also a way to pave the way for Ning Changge's future. Huang Yaoshi and Wang Chongyang were both renowned martial arts masters in the martial arts world.

From this, it could be seen that Zhang Sanfeng had a genuine affection for his eighth disciple from the bottom of his heart.

With a pure and innocent smile, Ning Changge felt even happier. Seeing the baby's pure smile, Huang Yaoshi and Wang Chongyang were also moved.

Wang Chongyang said solemnly, "Master Zhang, your words are wise. Since the three of us have found this child together today, it is indeed destiny. We also share a bond with him. In the future, when he achieves martial mastery, I will wholeheartedly pass on my skills to him.

Huang Yaoshi smiled and said, "A few days ago, I received news that my family has a daughter named Rong. What do you think about a betrothal between her and this child? Master Zhang, what is your opinion?"