I changed the world.

In her dormitory room on the first floor, An Huiling was stretching her entire body in a posture that looked rather awkward to most people. Several of her joints, large and small, were being stretched to their maximum extent in this position. Accompanied by special breathing and the circulation of Qi and blood in her body, some of her fascia were being exercised.

This was a method her senior brother had taught her to strengthen her body, and An Huiling practiced it diligently every day.

In fact, although she had only been practicing for a few days, her entire state had already undergone a complete transformation. In her own experience, she felt like a seed that had just sprouted from the soil, undergoing new changes every moment.

She liked this feeling of change and hope.

My body is filled with vibrant life force every moment. I haven't felt that despairing feeling of decay, as if I'm slowly but irreversibly heading towards death, for a long time. It feels like it was something from a past life...

As for those medicines, she has not taken them since she embarked on the path of cultivation.

Therefore, she was unwilling to slack off in her daily spiritual practice. In fact, she enjoyed this kind of training. She enjoyed the feeling of her Qi and blood circulating, the feeling of sweating profusely, and the feeling of becoming stronger every moment...

Deep down, his feelings of goodwill and gratitude toward his sect and his senior brother were growing stronger day by day.

After finishing her morning classes, An Huiling changed out of her sweat-soaked clothes and went straight to the dormitory bathroom to take a shower.

Fifteen minutes later, she came out of the bathroom, changed her clothes, sat down at her desk, took out a mirror to fix her makeup, checked the timetable on the wall, and packed her textbooks to attend her morning classes.

Just then, there was a knock on the dormitory door.

"Who is it?" An Huiling stood up and walked to the door to ask.

"Huiling, it's me." A familiar voice sounded from outside the door.

I went over and opened the door. Sure enough, it was Luo Yan who had returned. She was wearing a long down jacket, which made her look tall and slender. She was carrying a large backpack and a bag of fruit in one hand.

"Huiling, I'm back!" the girl greeted happily, then asked curiously, "Why did you lock the door?"

"I just finished showering," An Huiling explained. She was very happy about her roommate's return, after all, they were people who had "shared hardships" together.

"Huh?!" Luo Yan walked into the dormitory, and before she could put down the fruit in her hand, she suddenly stared at An Huiling with wide eyes.

"Huiling! You've changed so much!!" Earlier in the hallway, because the lighting was relatively dim and Luo Yan hadn't looked closely, she hadn't noticed. But now, as she entered the room and focused her attention on An Huiling, she suddenly realized that her roommate seemed to have undergone a huge change in just a few days.

"Huh? No...no way..." An Huiling instinctively felt a little uncomfortable and subconsciously tried to cover it up.

"Really, really! You look so radiant!" Luo Yan looked An Huiling up and down. Her skin was smooth and fair, her lips were rose-colored, and her almond-shaped eyes, which were as clear as black gems in still water.

Sharing: About the real world, Taoist sects

In constructing the esoteric principles of this article, Black Moon referenced some real-world materials regarding certain rituals and common-sense issues.

For example, the numerous sects and factions depicted in the novel are not simply fictional.

According to the existing "General Register of the Sects of All True Immortals" at Baiyun Temple in Beijing, a total of eighty-six sects were listed up to the reign of Puyi (1010-1911 AD). Of course, there is also a saying that there were actually only eighty sects, and some were continuations of genealogies and not independent sects.

According to the "Sects and Lineages" held in the Taiqing Palace in Shenyang, which includes 101 sects of Taoism, and the "Essential Readings of the Complete Perfection of Taoism" which records 98 branches of Taoist sects, and the "Genealogy of Various True Lineages" held in the Sanyuan Palace in Lincang, Yunnan, which includes many rare genealogies, unfortunately none of these books can be found online.

Here I've listed some sects for you to see, and below are their lineage names and generational characters:

I. Jingyi School Continued (Founder Liu Hunkang, 48-character continuation)

The beginning is restored, pure and clear as ever, inspiring the enlightened, reverent and virtuous.

When Hao Yan's faith is profound and his spirit is clear, his nature is calm and compliant, and his mind is focused and clear.

May your talents be abundant and your blessings be plentiful; may your blessings be wide and your blessings abundant; may your achievements be magnificent and your legacy be complete and beautiful.

II. Jingming Lineage (Founder Zhu Daolang, 40 characters followed by 80 characters)

Upholding the fundamental principles, its lofty ideals are boundless, its brilliance shining through the ages. Embracing the primordial unity, it forever aligns with the hearts of sages and worthies.

The business revives the legacy of the ancient sages, building upon the foundation of a long-term vision. Returning to the flourishing of the sun, it creates a new and vibrant entity.

Profound truths pervade heaven and earth; subtle words reveal exemplary principles. The spirit participates in creation and nurturing; its teachings leave behind a lasting legacy.

With its profound and generous spirit, Daliyuan will surely flourish. Its achievements will last for generations, ensuring its enduring legacy as a remarkable hero.

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7. Changchun School (Founder: Liu Yuanran)

The Way of the Sun is vast and profound, and the mysteries of the Xuanzong are revealed.

May the true spirit of Yuanhe be forever passed down, and may the immortal traces be continued.

8. Sa Zu Lingbao School (Founder: Sa Shoujian, same name as Xihe School)

Upholding the Way illuminates far-reaching virtue, and the divine truth responds in perfect harmony;

With sincere intentions, we proclaim the Jade Canon; with upright principles, we expound the Mysterious Teachings.

The meeting of the Supreme Yuanhua, Danyang contains wondrous fruits;

The Pure Heart Sect's teachings are profound, and its teachings are abundant among immortals.

Daoming Yuan Hongjiao, Lingxu Qi Dongwei

Pure and tranquil, profound and still. Guarding one's nature, the wondrous teachings are passed down.

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24. Maoshan School (erroneously written as Rongshan School, with similar characters to the Da Mao Qingwei School)

Goodness and virtue are revered and ancestors are honored; the highest virtue is naturally attained.

Guard the pure breath and guide the way, the profound teachings are perfectly enlightened.

May the country be blessed with peace and tranquility, and may harmony and prosperity prevail forever.

The dragon celebrates the heavens and the heavens, and the way is smooth and the rains are timely.

25. Zhenwu School Continued (Originally 20 characters, 40 characters added in 1989)

The Wudang Xingfa School is the ancestral school of immortals.

The majestic mountain exudes natural energy, and five dragons bring auspicious smoke.

The grand blueprint of Yuxu unfolds, and the alchemical techniques of Zhang Sanfeng are passed down.

Nanyan upholds the sacred truth, Zixiao brings eternal good fortune and prosperity.