At noon, the scorching sunlight poured down without restraint, coating the entire world in a dazzling layer of gold.
Liu Feng stood in his family's courtyard, fully focused on controlling the Blue Silver Grass, trying to connect them into an organic whole.
Fine beads of sweat continuously seeped from his forehead, slid down his cheeks, and dripped onto the Ground Underfoot.
Such meticulous control was a tremendous test of both his mental strength and Soul Power.
But Liu Feng's gaze was resolute. His eyes remained fixed on the Blue Silver Grass, as though everything around him had ceased to matter.
As time slowly passed, Liu Feng's efforts finally paid off.
The Blue Silver Grass in the courtyard entwined and interwove their roots, ultimately connecting into a single whole.
Looking at the flourishing, vibrant Blue Silver Grass before him, Liu Feng felt an indescribable sense of accomplishment rise within him.
He slowly Squat Down and reached out to gently stroke the Blue Silver Grass leaves. At that moment, he seemed to feel the joy and vitality they conveyed, as though they too were cheering for this brand-new fusion.
Grandpa Liu Bai had silently watched Liu Feng's every move from the side. Seeing him panting from exhaustion, he could not help but feel distressed.
He quickly stepped forward and gently patted Liu Feng's shoulder, his tone carrying unquestionable concern. "Xiao Feng, look at you—you're exhausted. Rest properly first. There's no need to rush."
As he spoke, he helped Liu Feng sit on the Stone Stool in the courtyard.
Liu Feng felt as though all the strength in his body had been drained away at once. He sat Paralyzed on the Stone Stool, gasping for air.
Sweat continuously emerged from his forehead, slid down his cheeks, and dripped onto the stone slabs before him, splashing into tiny droplets.
By lunchtime, Liu Feng had little appetite due to overexertion.
Yet Grandpa kept placing food into his bowl, muttering, "Eat more. Only when you're full will you have the strength."
Liu Feng forced down a few bites before setting aside his bowl and chopsticks.
Seeing this, Liu Bai Stood Up, his expression focused. A white soul ring abruptly rose around him as Soul Power circulated through his body at full force.
"First Soul Skill: Hidden Treasure!" Liu Bai shouted softly.
In an instant, a mysterious force stirred In the Air. A soft Golden Light slowly emerged from his palm, and within it, a Faintly Visible ginseng Illusion flickered.
The ground trembled slightly as an unusual Blue Silver Grass Emerged from the Soil.
This Blue Silver Grass was vastly different from the ordinary kind. Its entire body emitted a soft golden glow, while its leaves were broad and thick, mysterious energy flowing through their veins.
Most astonishingly, its form resembled a plump ginseng root. Its main root was thick, its Rootlets dense, and every detail was lifelike, as though it were a spiritual creature that had stepped out of an Ancient Legend.
Liu Bai let out a long breath and wiped the sweat from the corner of his Forehead.
He was getting old, and using his Soul Skill at full power put a considerable burden on his body.
He carefully pulled up the ginseng-shaped Blue Silver Grass and slowly walked over to Liu Feng.
Liu Feng's face was full of exhaustion, yet his eyes held curiosity as he looked at the faintly glowing Blue Silver Grass in Grandpa's hand.
"Xiao Feng, eat this. It can help you recover." Liu Bai's voice was gentle yet firm, carrying unquestionable certainty.
Liu Feng accepted the Blue Silver Grass. It felt warm to the touch, and he could even sense its faint pulse, as though it possessed life.
He hesitated for a moment before putting the Blue Silver Grass into his mouth.
The Blue Silver Grass melted the moment it entered his mouth, turning into a warm current that slid down his throat and swiftly spread throughout his body.
Liu Feng felt his entire body jolt. His previously exhausted Muscles relaxed instantly, and the soreness retreated like a receding tide.
The depleted Soul Power Inside the Body seemed to be infused with a fresh spring, slowly gathering and filling him again.
Color gradually returned to his face, and his formerly dim eyes regained their shine.
"Grandpa, this is amazing!" After a while, Liu Feng cried out in delight. He Stood Up and stretched his Muscles and Bones, feeling strength fill him once more, as though his earlier exhaustion had never existed.
Liu Bai looked at Liu Feng with a Relieved Smile, his eyes filled with affection and expectation. "Recover well. We still have something important to do this afternoon."
A gentle breeze swept past, bringing waves of coolness. The flowers and grass in the courtyard swayed in the wind with soft rustling sounds, as though they too were happy about Liu Feng's recovery.
After lunch, Liu Feng and Liu Bai returned to the area around the village and continued connecting the Blue Silver Grass.
The Blue Silver Grass around the village was scattered widely, and its growing conditions were extremely complex. Some grew in cracks between rocks, some by the riverbank, and others amid bushes, making the connection work tremendously challenging.
But Liu Feng showed no intention of retreating. He walked forward one determined step at a time. Whenever he reached a place where Blue Silver Grass grew, he stopped, focused his attention, and controlled the grass to connect with the existing network.
Meanwhile, Liu Bai helped clear away the surrounding weeds, creating favorable conditions for the Blue Silver Grass connections.
During the process, Liu Feng discovered that when he infused Soul Power into the Blue Silver Grass, he could not only sense its condition but also feel subtle changes in the surrounding environment.
He seemed to merge with the Blue Silver Grass, able to hear their whispers in the wind and sense their longing for sunlight and rain.
This wonderful sensation only strengthened Liu Feng's determination to complete the Blue Silver Grass Network.
As time passed, the Blue Silver Grass around the village gradually connected into a network as well.
Though Liu Feng was exhausted, his heart was filled with accomplishment as he looked at the results of his work.
His face was covered in sweat and dirt, but his eyes were exceptionally bright.
At that moment, Liu Feng suddenly noticed a patch of Blue Silver Grass growing especially luxuriantly in one corner of the village.
When he walked over to inspect it, he discovered that the roots of this patch of Blue Silver Grass were entwined with one another, forming a natural network.
Liu Feng's heart stirred, and he decided to incorporate this patch of Blue Silver Grass into his own network.
Liu Feng focused his mind and controlled his Blue Silver Grass to connect with this patch.
At First, this patch of Blue Silver Grass seemed somewhat resistant to his arrival, but Liu Feng did not give up.
He continuously adjusted his Soul Power Output, using his sincerity and patience to win them over.
Finally, this patch of Blue Silver Grass accepted Liu Feng's Blue Silver Grass. They fused with one another, forming an even larger network.
Liu Feng felt that his connection with this patch of Blue Silver Grass had become closer, and he seemed able to hear their joyful song.
Liu Feng and Liu Bai continued along the edge of the village, constantly expanding the Blue Silver Grass Network outward.
By evening, the fading light of the setting sun Dyed the entire Liu Family Village a warm orange. Wisps of Cooking Smoke rose from every household's chimney, adding a touch of Worldly Atmosphere to the quiet little village.
Liu Qing appeared at the village entrance, his Footsteps hurried with the eagerness of returning home.
The moment he entered the house, he saw Liu Feng and Liu Bai busy in the courtyard.
Liu Feng was lying in a recliner in the courtyard. A day of intense Soul Skill use had exhausted him completely. Though Grandpa's Soul Skill had restored him, he could only slowly ease his mental fatigue by himself.
Meanwhile, Liu Bai was preparing a simple dinner nearby.
Hearing the familiar Footsteps, Liu Feng raised his head, A Flash in the Eyes of surprise. "Dad, you're finally back!"
Liu Qing smiled and nodded. Though his face showed traces of exhaustion, his eyes were full of warmth when he saw his son and father.
After dinner, the family sat together in the courtyard. Liu Feng eagerly told Liu Qing about the wonderful sensations he had experienced while connecting the Blue Silver Grass throughout the village that day.
"Dad, when I infused Soul Power into the Blue Silver Grass and connected them, the feeling was incredible. It was like I had established a connection with every single blade of Blue Silver Grass. I could feel their Life Force, their longing for sunlight and rain, and their happiness as they swayed gently in the breeze. But the Blue Silver Grass in some places grew too scattered, and the environment was too complicated. Connecting them was especially difficult. I nearly couldn't keep going." As Liu Feng spoke, he gestured animatedly, excitement gleaming in his eyes.
Liu Qing listened seriously and nodded from time to time. After Liu Feng finished, he pondered for a moment before saying, "Starting tomorrow, I'll go with you. After all, my Martial Soul is also Blue Silver Grass. Perhaps I can sense things you haven't noticed. Together, we can make this Blue Silver Grass Network more complete."
Liu Feng's eyes lit up at once. He said excitedly, "Really? Dad, that's great! With your help, we'll definitely be able to expand the Blue Silver Grass Network faster!"
Early the next morning, Liu Feng and Liu Qing arrived in the village.
Liu Qing stood beside Liu Feng, and the two activated their Martial Souls at the same time.
In an instant, Blue Silver Grass surged from their palms, its Rootlets rapidly drilling underground.
Liu Qing closed his eyes and focused, sensing the state of the surrounding Blue Silver Grass through his Martial Soul.
He discovered that when his Soul Power intertwined with Liu Feng's, their perception of the Blue Silver Grass became even sharper.
"Xiao Feng, can you feel it? When our Soul Power works together, the connections between the Blue Silver Grass become more stable," Liu Qing said to Liu Feng.
Liu Feng closed his eyes and sensed it carefully. A moment later, he said in surprise, "I feel it! It's like the connections that were originally a little loose have suddenly become tight."
Over the following week, Liu Feng and Liu Qing's figures Weaved Through every corner of the village.
They followed the village roads, continuously expanding the Blue Silver Grass Network in all directions.
Whenever they encountered Blue Silver Grass growing at the foot of walls or beneath Trees, they patiently guided its Rootlets and connected them to the existing network.
Every time they successfully connected another area, Liu Feng could feel the joy transmitted by the Blue Silver Grass Network. It was a marvelous feeling of life merging together.
As the Blue Silver Grass Network continued to expand, the villagers gradually noticed the change as well.
At First, everyone merely watched from a distance in curiosity. Later, some bolder villagers began taking the initiative to ask Liu Feng and Liu Qing what they were doing.
Liu Feng always explained enthusiastically that they were creating a special cultivation environment that might be able to help everyone in the future.
Though the villagers did not really understand the principles behind it, they all expressed their support.
After all the Blue Silver Grass in the village had been successfully connected, Liu Feng and Liu Qing did not stop.
They turned their attention to the west side of the village—where there was a magnificent Waterfall.
The Waterfall's Roaring Sound came from afar, like a rousing melody played by nature itself.
They followed the winding path toward the Waterfall. Along the way, the Blue Silver Grass's growing environment became even more complex.
Some Blue Silver Grass grew beside damp streams, while others took root on steep slopes.
Liu Feng and Liu Qing carefully used their Soul Skills, controlling the Blue Silver Grass Rootlets as they searched for opportunities to connect them amid the complex terrain.
When connecting the Blue Silver Grass near the Waterfall, powerful Water Vapor rushed towards them, causing tremendous difficulty for their Soul Power control.
The Blue Silver Grass Rootlets became unusually soft in the damp environment, making it difficult to connect them stably.
But Liu Feng and Liu Qing did not give up. They constantly adjusted their Soul Power Output and tried different methods of connection.
After much effort, they finally succeeded in connecting the Blue Silver Grass near the Waterfall to the network.
When the last Blue Silver Grass root fused with the network, Liu Feng felt a powerful Life Force.
The Waterfall's mist and the surging Water Current seemed to inject fresh vitality into the Blue Silver Grass Network.
Afterward, they turned their attention to the forest south of the village.
The forest was dense with Trees. Sunlight filtered through gaps in the leaves, forming patches of Light Spot.
They only connected the Blue Silver Grass around the forest's edge, because Soul Beasts might appear deep in the forest, and entering rashly would be too dangerous.
The Blue Silver Grass around the forest's edge grew very lushly, but many other plants were mixed among it.
Liu Feng and Liu Qing had to distinguish them even more carefully before they could find the Blue Silver Grass Rootlets.
During the connection process, they also encountered some minor trouble. For example, certain vines would wind around the Blue Silver Grass Rootlets and obstruct the connections.
But with patience and skill, they overcame each difficulty one by one.
As the Blue Silver Grass Network continued extending toward the forest's outskirts, Liu Feng could clearly feel that its range was growing larger and larger, while his connection with the Blue Silver Grass became increasingly close.
He seemed able to hear the joyful singing of Birds in the forest and the running sounds of Small Animals. These sounds were transmitted through the Blue Silver Grass Network into his awareness, giving him a deeper perception of the surrounding environment.
During this week, Liu Feng not only made tremendous progress in building the Blue Silver Grass Network, but his Soul Power was also tempered and enhanced through constant practice.
His control over the Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul became more proficient.
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