Rebirth 1977 Great Era

Chapter 823 The Three Talents of Ghost Gate Prove the Dao of Needlework, Both Sides of the Strait Meet in One Hall (Bonus Chapter for Monthly Tickets: 3K Chapters)

Almost everyone who was supposed to come today has arrived.

Fang Yan led Chu Qiaonan into the main hall.

Right now, the main hall of Fang Yan's house is so crowded it's like a small classroom.

If their main hall weren't so spacious, in any other house, there wouldn't even be enough room to stand, let alone find a place to sit.

Inside the room, Old Cheng was explaining acupuncture to everyone. As the director of the Acupuncture Research Institute of the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, although he did not teach at the university, he was still quite capable of giving lectures to everyone as an academic.

After all, he had been a teacher before.

Everyone here knows who Professor Cheng is, and not everyone can attend his lectures. It's a good thing we've run into him today; otherwise, we wouldn't have a chance to listen.

When he saw Fang Yan bring people in again, Old Cheng stopped speaking and his gaze fell on Chu Qiaonan.

Fang Yan introduced it to him:

"Mr. Cheng, this is Chu Qiaonan, a top student of Mr. Zhou Zuoyu."

Chu Qiaonan respectfully cupped his hands in greeting to Elder Cheng:
"Old Cheng!"

Then he bowed to the people around him.
"Hello everyone, my name is Chu Qiaonan."

Chu Qiaonan was still somewhat shocked to see so many people in Fang Yan's family, especially since there were several foreign faces among them.

It can be inferred that these people are all connected to the dialect.

It is evident that people who speak dialects have a wide circle of friends and know all sorts of people.

Old Cheng nodded and said:

"I heard about you from Fang Yan a long time ago. He said your acupuncture skills are quite impressive, and you have learned almost all of Zhou Zuoyu's techniques."

Chu Qiaonan said:
"It's all thanks to Brother Fang's kind words. Please don't take it to heart, Elder Cheng. I'm here today to humbly seek your guidance."

Old Cheng nodded; the young man's attitude was not bad.

So he said to him:
"Didn't you want to exchange the Thirteen Ghost Needles for the Cheng Family's Three Talents Needles? I'm telling you now that my Three Talents Needles are not fully developed; they're only a semi-finished product. Are you sure you still want to learn them?"

Hearing what Elder Cheng said, Chu Qiaonan was slightly taken aback.

Then Mr. Cheng asked:
"Isn't the Three Talents Needle used in that dialect the Cheng Family Three Talents Needle?"

“He didn’t use it exactly; there was also some of his own understanding in it.”

Chu Qiaonan looked at Fang Yan, and Fang Yan nodded and said:
"Well, the acupuncture techniques I've learned are quite diverse, and some of them are similar to those of Master Cheng, so I use my own understanding to apply them."

The formula used in the dialect is the Three Talents Acupuncture, which is not only the Three Talents Acupuncture, but also other methods of Master Cheng, such as One Needle Opens All Acupoints, Fourteen Meridian Acupoints, Four Gates Regulation Method, and Eight Acupoints Pain Relief Method.

In addition, there are Professor Cheng's theories on acupuncture principles, methods, prescriptions, acupoints, and treatment, his theory on the origins of the six Yin meridians, and his theory on the unity of the eight extraordinary meridians, which serve as support.

In addition, Fang Yan had previously learned other acupuncture techniques, so his methods, besides being based on Cheng's Three Talents Acupuncture, also incorporated his own understanding.

Simply learning Cheng's Three Talents Needle Technique is not enough to understand all of Cheng's ideas. You also need to learn his other methods and integrate them to form a similar set of methods.

However, when Chu Qiaonan heard Master Cheng say that Fang Yan could use half of the acupuncture technique with unparalleled skill, his competitive spirit flared up. He cupped his hands in a respectful but confident manner towards Master Cheng and said:
"If he can do it, then I should be able to too."

Old Cheng chuckled when he heard this. He knew Fang Yan much better than Chu Qiaonan. Fang Yan was a genius supermodel who couldn't be judged by ordinary standards. Now a young man was saying that if Fang Yan could do it, he could too. Old Cheng wanted to laugh.

The young man is still too young; the time spent together is too short.

Anyone who observes the expressions of the people around him would know that this statement is somewhat arrogant.

However, Master Cheng did not say it explicitly, but only asked:

"Are you sure? You're trading the Thirteen Ghost Needles for a half-finished product?"

Chu Qiaonan took a deep breath and said:

“Acupuncture techniques are developed to be used. The more people use them, the more universal they are. Keeping them to yourself is like keeping a treasured tool. Acupuncture techniques can’t reproduce. Even if you don’t give me the Three Talents Acupuncture Techniques in exchange, I can still share the Thirteen Ghost Acupuncture Techniques.”

Upon hearing this, Old Cheng couldn't help but give a thumbs up:
"Good lad, you've got some vision."

Regardless of how well Chu Qiaonan ultimately learns, Master Cheng believes that his willingness to share his skills deserves praise, as this is precisely the kind of attitude that everyone lacks most right now.

So Mr. Cheng said:
"Since you're so generous, I can't be stingy either. Today I'll teach you half of the Cheng Family Three Talents Needle Technique. Everyone here can listen, but how much you can learn depends on your own comprehension."

Everyone was shocked to hear that Master Cheng was going to take out the Cheng Family Three Talents Needle and teach it to everyone.

We never expected that just because we came here to have dinner with Fang Yan, we would suddenly receive such a windfall.

Anyone even slightly familiar with Fang Yan knows that the acupuncture technique he used is the same as Master Cheng's. Regardless of how much of Fang Yan's personal touch he added, he was still using Master Cheng's methods.

As the director of a top acupuncture research institute in the country, it is no exaggeration to say that he is a representative figure of the academic acupuncture school in the country. It would be a lie to say that he was not excited to share his acupuncture techniques with everyone present.

Everyone immediately perked up.

Fang Yan wasn't too surprised; in fact, he thought it was even better. Since everyone here had learned Cheng's Three Talents Needle Technique, they would basically be branded as part of his group when they went out.

Regularly sharing insider tips and tricks within your small team can also help increase team cohesion.

Just like when Fang Yan discussed foreign journals with them at the club and shared his analytical views, he was able to unite the team.

"Then I'll teach you the Thirteen Ghost Needles technique too!"

At this moment, Chu Qiaonan loudly announced the same explosive news.

The dialect is both funny and exasperating.

This family gathering instantly turned into an exchange meeting between top acupuncture masters from both sides of the Taiwan Strait.

“Alright, then I’ll start by throwing out an idea,” said Old Cheng.

Then he asked the dialect:

"Do you have a blackboard at home?"

"Would a small blackboard be okay?" Fang Yan asked.

"Okay." Old Cheng nodded. Fang Yan said to An Dong:

"Anton, go to the study and bring that small blackboard over."

Anton nodded.

Zhao Zhengyi also stood up and said:
"I'll go get the chalk."

A short while later, the two brought out a small blackboard and chalk from the study.

Then, Mr. Cheng placed the small blackboard on the table and addressed the crowd:

"My acupuncture technique mainly includes manual acupoint probing, the finger-firm-wrist-flexible needle-holding method, the three-element needle insertion method, the trembling tonification and sedation method, and the swirling qi-circulating method. These movements are performed in a continuous, seamless manner, resulting in speed and effectiveness. Among them, manual acupoint probing is what I believe is a crucial step in acupuncture. Ancient methods of acupoint location were merely rough, experience-based approaches. I believe we should emphasize the method of selecting acupoints based on tenderness, that is, using tender points as acupuncture treatment points. This includes both acupoint and non-acupoint tenderness selection. Acupoint tenderness selection can be used for diagnosis and treatment. For example, in appendicitis, there is tenderness at the Tianshu and appendix acupoints; in cholecystitis, there is tenderness at the gallbladder acupoint..."

He was drawing as he spoke.

The people around listened intently.

It took about forty minutes for Master Cheng to finish explaining half of his Cheng's Three Talents Acupuncture Theory.

After listening, everyone around seemed to be deep in thought.

Then Old Cheng said to Fang Yan:

"Let me demonstrate the acupuncture technique to everyone."

Fang Yan turned to his apprentice Anton and said:

“Anton, go and call your Aunt Natasha over. I’ll treat her with acupuncture right here.”

"Okay!" Anton stood up and dashed into the kitchen.

A little while later, they called over Aunt Natasha, who had come to see the doctor earlier that day but had ended up cooking the whole time.

The dialect made her roll up her trouser leg to reveal her knee.

Then he began to use the Cheng family's Three Talents Needle technique on her left leg.

While treating Natasha's left leg, Fang Yan said:
"Everyone, look carefully. The technique in this dialect is the 'firm finger and relaxed wrist' method of holding the needle. The finger strength in holding, inserting, and manipulating the needle is the basic skill of acupuncture and is directly related to the therapeutic effect."

"The hand holding the needle should have strong finger strength but weak wrist strength. Hold the needle with the thumb and index finger of the right hand, with the tip of the middle finger close to the acupoint. Insert the needle with one hand. This is the basic movement of the Three Talents Acupuncture Method."

"When inserting the needle, the strength of the fingers and wrist must be well coordinated. The fingers, wrist, and elbow should be suspended, and the needle should be inserted along the meridian."

"When inserting needles, one must have the strength of 'grasping a tiger,' focusing the mind on the fingers, and then inserting the needles into the affected area in order to achieve good therapeutic results."

"In addition, the Three Talents Needling Method is a summary based on the traditional Three Talents Needling Method."

"Needling is performed in three levels: shallow, medium, and deep. First, the needle is inserted 1-2 fen deep, passing through the superficial part of the skin, which is called genius; then it is inserted 5-6 fen deep, reaching the muscle, which is called talent; and finally, it is inserted 2-4 fen deep, entering between the muscles, which is called earthly talent."

"This needle insertion method is light, quick and simple, going from shallow to deep, layer by layer, and quickly obtaining Qi. It can reduce the patient's pain, regulate the rise and fall of Qi, and lay a good foundation for implementing other tonifying and reducing techniques."

"Next are the Tremor Tonification and Purgation Method and the Flying Swirl Qi Circulation Method..."

Fang Yan flicked his fingers and released them, spreading them out like a bird spreading its wings. The silver needles trembled, leaving onlookers mesmerized.

There were several skilled acupuncturists present.

They all watched Fang Yan's every move intently. Old Cheng had explained the theory to them, but the technique was also a very important part. Just like getting the Qi, without getting the Qi, it was ultimately useless.

Then, when it was the right leg's turn, Chu Qiaonan said:
"Shall I give it a try?"

Fang Yan nodded, making way for Chu Qiaonan to take the initiative.

Aunt Natasha blushed a little as she was surrounded by so many young men for the first time.

However, no one had time to pay attention to her at the moment; everyone was watching Chu Qiao Nan's needlework.

Chu Qiaonan took out new silver needles, took a deep breath, and began to insert the needles.

Although his movements were somewhat clumsy and lacked the grace of those in dialects, he placed the needles very accurately and obtained the Qi quickly; the silver needles began to vibrate with each movement.

"How are you feeling?" Chu Qiaonan asked Aunt Natasha.

“It’s more comfortable to have acupuncture done in dialect,” Aunt Natasha said.

Upon hearing this, Chu Qiaonan became even more serious and continued to adjust his techniques. After another round of treatment, Aunt Natasha finally acknowledged his methods.

Chu Qiaonan finally breathed a sigh of relief.

The others have also basically seen what Chu Qiaonan's learning progress is like. He has a high level of comprehension, but he is far behind Brother Fang.

Fang Ge can be like a novice one second, and then as steady as a veteran the next.

After the treatment was completed, Chu Qiaonan was quite satisfied with herself.

At this moment, Old Cheng said:
"Alright, now that you've learned my Three Talents Needle Technique, shouldn't you share the Thirteen Ghost Needles Technique?"

"Okay." Chu Qiaonan kept his word and nodded in agreement.

Then he went to the small blackboard, looked around at everyone, and said:
"The Thirteen Ghost Points Needle is a special acupoint combination method in traditional Chinese medicine acupuncture, used to treat mental illnesses, which are known in Western medicine as depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and schizophrenia. The Thirteen Ghost Points Needle originated from Taoism, and it is said that the inventor of this acupuncture method was Sun Zhenren, also known as the Medicine King Sun Simiao."

In the 7th century AD, Sun Simiao, the "King of Medicine," first systematically recorded thirteen specific acupoints for treating "evil spirits and delusions" in Volume Fourteen of "Essential Prescriptions Worth a Thousand Pieces of Gold for Emergency Use."

During the Song and Yuan dynasties, it was combined with Taoist talisman culture and gave rise to the ritual of "reciting incantations before inserting needles". The Ming dynasty book "The Great Compendium of Acupuncture and Moxibustion" classified it as "ghost acupoints" and formed a complete system of incantations.

He paused for a moment, then said seriously:
"Before I teach you, I need to explain something. The Thirteen Ghost Needles were forbidden in ancient times, involving concepts of cause and effect. They should not be used lightly by anyone but those with great merit and virtue. Those who administer the needles must be extremely cautious."

"When the needles have been inserted into all thirteen acupoints, the physician should ask the patient what kind of demon or ghost is causing the trouble. The patient should explain the cause, and the physician should write it down. Only when the patient is completely incoherent should the needles be removed."

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