The early morning sunlight gently spilled over Liu Family Village, draping the quiet little village in a thin veil of gold.
In the open space at the center of the village, Liu Feng stood with an Upright Posture, radiating vigorous youthful energy.
He took a deep breath, his eyes filled with determination and confidence, ready to display the brand-new Soul Skill they had developed after a year of hard work—"Mind Form Fist Stance—Galloping Horse."
Zhang Niu, Zhang Ma, Liu He, Liu Qing, and the others had gathered nearby early on, their eyes full of curiosity.
After fighting side by side for the past year, they had long become inseparable companions, having witnessed together the hardships and difficulties of the Soul Skill Analysis process.
At this moment, they could not wait to see just what was so extraordinary about this Soul Skill that embodied everyone's efforts.
Liu Feng slightly closed his eyes, recalling every moment of the past year's Soul Skill Analysis.
From their initial exploration of the "Galloping Horse" Soul Skill, to their in-depth study of Soul Power circulation and changes in muscles and bones.
Finally, they had gone to the Mass Grave to explore the mysteries of the human body. Every step had been filled with challenges and hardships, but they had never given up.
Now that this brand-new Soul Skill was about to be revealed, Liu Feng felt both nervous and excited.
With a low shout, Soul Power began surging around Liu Feng like rushing rivers, flowing freely Inside the Body.
His legs bent slightly as he assumed a unique stance, one that resembled a fierce horse about to charge forward, Ready to Go.
The next second, his figure shot out like a bolt of black lightning, leaving blurred afterimages across the open ground.
"So fast!" Zhang Niu could not help but exclaim, his eyes wide with shock.
Liu Feng's speed was several times faster than usual. Every step he took stirred up a whistling gust, as if he had truly transformed into a wildly galloping horse.
Zhang Ma nodded in praise as well, but as the original owner of the "Galloping Horse" Soul Skill, he had a sharper sense of the degree of enhancement it provided.
He frowned slightly and carefully observed Liu Feng's movements. After a moment, he said, "Liu Feng, this enhancement seems only a little stronger than a Ten Year Soul Ring's Soul Skill. It is merely comparable to some ordinary people's First Soul Skill."
Hearing Zhang Ma's words, Liu Feng did not stop. He continued running for some distance before gradually coming to a halt.
He panted lightly, but his face was full of confidence. "Uncle Ma, you're right. The speed enhancement is only an added benefit. It isn't the most important part of this Soul Skill."
As he spoke, Liu Feng circulated his Soul Power again and resumed the stance of "Galloping Horse."
This time, he did not rush out as he had before. Instead, he stood quietly On the Spot, Soul Power rapidly circulating through his legs and giving off a faint glow.
Everyone around him watched quietly. The air was thick with tension, and the onlookers were curious to see what Liu Feng would do next.
Liu Feng's leg muscles trembled faintly. As his Soul Power circulated, his sinews and bones also produced soft sounds.
Before long, fine beads of sweat seeped from Liu Feng's forehead, and his legs began to weaken slightly, like the exhaustion one felt after running for a long time.
Yet he still gritted his teeth and maintained the stance.
"Everyone, look. This is the true use of this Soul Skill." Enduring the soreness in his legs, Liu Feng said, "Through the stance of 'Galloping Horse,' one circulates Soul Power to vibrate the leg muscles and bones, thereby training one's Physical Quality."
Everyone was stunned by Liu Feng's words.
They had originally thought this Soul Skill simply enhanced speed. They had not expected it to possess such a hidden function.
Zhang Niu's mouth fell open in shock, and for a long while, he could not say a word.
Zhang Ma looked at Liu Feng with admiration, his eyes full of praise.
"Liu Feng, your idea is absolutely wild!" Zhang Niu was the first to recover, loudly praising him. "How did I never think of using it like that?"
Zhang Ma nodded repeatedly as well. "Exactly. From the very beginning, you did not focus on attack power, but on training the body. Liu Feng, you really are a genius!"
Liu He smiled and said, "Xiao Feng, your ingenious idea has brought our understanding of Soul Skills to a whole new level!"
Liu Feng scratched his head somewhat sheepishly, a shy smile appearing on his face. "Actually, it was only because I discovered the close relationship between Soul Power and muscles and bones during Soul Skill Analysis that I thought of this use."
"And this Soul Skill can only be developed this far for now. Training the legs through it will require long-term practice. I'm afraid it will take years before obvious results appear."
Everyone expressed their understanding after hearing Liu Feng's words.
They knew that developing and cultivating Soul Skills was a long and arduous process, with no shortcuts to take.
But as long as they had the right direction and worked tirelessly, they would surely achieve even greater breakthroughs.
"Next, I hope everyone will continue working hard and strive to analyze the 'Mountain Charging Qi' Soul Skill." Liu Feng looked at the crowd, his gaze firm.
"Uncle Zhang Niu's Soul Skill is immensely powerful and will play an important role in improving our strength."
Hearing Liu Feng's words, Zhang Niu patted his chest and said confidently, "No problem, Liu Feng. I'll cooperate with everything I've got!"
At that moment, Liu He stepped forward as well and said with a smile, "My Second Soul Skill—'Light Feather'—can be analyzed too. Perhaps we can uncover even more mysteries from it."
Everyone nodded in agreement at Liu He's words.
For a time, everyone's enthusiasm was ignited once more, and they all saw hope for the future.
Looking at everyone before him, filled with determination, Liu Feng's heart was bright as well.
He even secretly thought that he would establish the entire Mind Form Fist framework and create Xing Yi Twelve Forms, making his Soul Skill system more complete.
In the days that followed, Liu Feng and the others threw themselves once again into intense Soul Skill Analysis.
They summarized their previous experience analyzing "Mind Form Fist Stance—Galloping Horse" and formulated a more detailed analysis plan.
Every day, they gathered to discuss matters such as the principles behind Soul Skills, methods of Soul Power Circulation, and the body's reactions.
Sometimes, they argued until they were red in the face over a tiny detail, but it did not affect their relationship. Instead, it deepened their understanding of Soul Skills.
Every day, Liu Feng set aside time to practice "Mind Form Fist Stance—Galloping Horse." He constantly adjusted his stance and method of Soul Power Circulation, striving to bring the Soul Skill's effects to their fullest extent.
As time passed, both his leg strength and Physical Quality improved noticeably.
His legs became thicker and stronger, while his running speed and endurance increased greatly as well.
During the analysis of the "Mountain Charging Qi" Soul Skill, they encountered many new problems.
This Soul Skill differed from "Galloping Horse." It primarily enhanced strength, involved more parts of the body, and required more complicated Soul Power Circulation.
But Liu Feng and the others were not intimidated by the difficulties. They consulted a great deal of material, acquired quite a few Azure Water Ox Soul Beasts, and conducted many experiments.
Once, while Zhang Niu was using the "Mountain Charging Qi" Soul Skill, he suddenly felt the Soul Power Inside the Body lose control. His whole body toppled backward uncontrollably, and he nearly fell to the ground.
Everyone was startled by the sudden change and hurried forward to check on Zhang Niu.
Fortunately, Zhang Niu was not injured. He had merely been badly frightened.
"It seems Soul Power control is the key issue with this Soul Skill." Liu Feng frowned and fell into thought. "We need to find a way to stabilize the Soul Power."
After some discussion, they decided to begin with Zhang Niu's Martial Soul and Physical Quality in search of a solution.
Using his Spiritual power, Liu Feng carefully examined the circulation of Soul Power Inside Zhang Niu's Body. He discovered that fluctuations appeared during its circulation, affecting the Soul Skill's stability.
To solve this problem, Liu Feng thought of the Blue Silver Grass Network.
He merged his consciousness with the Blue Silver Grass Network, using its powerful perception and regulating abilities to help Zhang Niu stabilize his Soul Power.
With the Blue Silver Grass Network's help, Zhang Niu gradually mastered the method of controlling Soul Power, and the stability of the "Mountain Charging Qi" Soul Skill improved significantly.
While analyzing Liu He's "Light Feather" Soul Skill, they discovered that it was closely connected to the wind element.
Liu He's Martial Soul was the Soaring Crane. When she used the "Light Feather" Soul Skill, she could draw on the power of the wind element to make her body as light as a feather, greatly improving both her speed and agility.
To better understand the "Light Feather" Soul Skill, Liu Feng and the others began studying the properties and laws of the wind element.
They set up all kinds of experimental devices throughout the village to observe the movement and changes of the wind element.
After a period of research, they discovered that by controlling the attributes and flow of Soul Power, they could guide the wind element's power and thereby enhance the effects of the "Light Feather" Soul Skill.
In addition, one could coordinate the power of the wind element through breathing, using each inhalation and exhalation to achieve the state of being Light as a Crane.
During the Soul Skill Analysis process, Liu Feng and the others also encountered some external interference.
As time passed, Liu Feng and the others traveled farther and farther down the path of Soul Skill Analysis.
Because they had become much more proficient through their earlier analysis of Galloping Horse, their progress this time was considerably faster.
Half a year later, they successfully analyzed the "Mountain Charging Qi" Soul Skill and the "Light Feather" Soul Skill.
Liu Feng's Mind Form Fist had finally taken its initial form—Xing Yi Three Forms: Galloping Horse, Mountain Charging Qi, and Light as a Crane.
On the day they completed the analysis of those three Soul Skills, Liu Qing was immensely proud of his son.
He called over Zhang Niu, Zhang Ma, and Liu He, along with Liu Qing and his son.
The five of them drank themselves into a stupor at Liu Qing's home. Everyone was extremely happy and rejoiced over Liu Feng's success.
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