In the morning, when Xiao Tian arrived at the military district compound, he found a group of team members already standing there at attention waiting for him. He took out his watch and checked the time: 2:58, two minutes earlier than 3 o’clock. At this time yesterday, this group was still lazy and seemed half-asleep, but the situation now was completely different.

Seeing Xiao Tian approach, all the team members immediately stood at attention. Cheng Gang hurriedly saluted and shouted loudly,

"Good morning, Instructor! Tiger Roar Team, awaiting your command!"

"Tiger Roar Team, awaiting your command!"

Countless team members roared out, their voices piercing the sky. The tone was full of respect and admiration for Xiao Tian.

This was not only because they had heard about Xiao Tian’s various achievements but also because of the changes in their bodies. Though they had only undergone one day of special training, everyone felt an enhancement in their body recovery capabilities.

The benefits brought by this recovery capability meant their bodies were becoming increasingly stronger. It was a feeling they had never experienced before.

Xiao Tian looked at this group on the field, each member brimming with vitality, completely different from their exhausted appearance yesterday. His heart was filled with joy. It seemed that the improved Iron Chain Cross River technique was indeed very suitable for this group of special forces!

"Good!" Xiao Tian nodded and said directly, "I believe you all have already felt the effects. The Iron Chain Cross River that I teach you is a result of my many years of cultivation in the Inner Cultivation Heart Method. Besides the improvement in recovery capability, Iron Chain Cross River can also greatly enhance a person’s speed and physique. By the end of the training phase, I guarantee you will not be inferior to special forces from any other military district."

"Apart from its other benefits, Iron Chain Cross River itself includes various combat techniques. However, your current physical condition is still lacking, so for now, the primary goal is to strengthen your physique. Morning training, evening practice of Iron Chain Cross River. Though it may be tough, I hope you know the ancient saying from Huaxia: ’Endure the bitterest of pains to become the very best!’

Xiao Tian’s voice was resonant and full of spirit, inspiring the blood of a group of special forces.

"Reporting to the instructor, we are not afraid of hardship, only afraid of going astray!" Dong Feng stepped forward respectfully.

Xiao Tian nodded with satisfaction, "Continue with the training plan from yesterday. Train leg strength in the morning and arm strength in the afternoon. Practice Iron Chain Cross River in the evening!"

"Yes!"

After Xiao Tian issued the order, all the team members started running in the compound with leg weights according to his plan. All the team members ran in the morning and in the afternoon did push-ups with a stone on their backs. This demonic training, which ordinary people can’t sustain for even a minute, surprisingly continued until the sun set with all team members gritting their teeth.

At this time, everyone was drenched in sweat and physically weakened. Quite a few even suffered significant injuries, yet not a single person considered retreating.

In the evening, under Xiao Tian’s guidance, countless team members began practicing the technique of Iron Chain Cross River, integrating fist and foot with meridian flow. During everyone’s practice, their internal injuries and fatigue gradually dissipated — a true body tempering.

In place of weakness, every breath became more potent. Their bodies grew stronger and stronger.

Xiao Tian’s method of intense daily training followed by nightly recovery quickly bore fruit. After rigorous honing, their bodies underwent tempering, and in this training, half a month quietly passed by.

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After half a month of practice, everyone’s physique had improved drastically compared to before. It could be described as nothing short of miraculous. Now, after completing daily training, their bodies felt no fatigue, but rather became more adept with more practice.

For example, Dong Feng and Cai Qiang, among others, progressed with astonishing speed. Ordinary blades and sticks weren’t enough to harm them.

Of course, everything, apart from Xiao Tian’s instruction, relied heavily on the spirit of countless team members striving fiercely. After all, the special forces from the East Region were always the weakest link in the entire military district, and no one wanted to give up this opportunity to become stronger.

After noticing their improvements, this group of special forces revered Xiao Tian even more. They had utterly regarded Xiao Tian as their commander, willing to go through fire and water for him.

About a week ago, Xiao Tian had already ceased running and push-up training, focusing solely on real combat confrontation and Iron Chain Cross River practice.

In the center of the military district compound, a group was surrounding Xiao Tian at this moment, including Dong Feng, Cai Qiang, and others.

The group stared at Xiao Tian with cold eyes. With Xiao Tian’s command, countless instantaneously charged at him like bullets from a chamber.

Countless fists and kicks aimed at various parts of Xiao Tian.

Xiao Tian remained expressionless, extending a palm that seemed to casually block wave after wave of attacks.

Then, in the next moment, Xiao Tian turned around, his gaze sharp, his hands like shadows. Swiftly he blocked the charging Tiger Roar Team members, with a gentle push and twist, sending them sprawling back. For a moment, no one could approach him.

"Dong Feng, your speed is good, but your strength is still lacking!"

"Wang Meng, pay attention to your lower body. Remember, in combat, any point should remain tense. A true expert can defeat you from even a minor mistake!"

"Cai Qiang, well, your speed and strength are okay but only just okay..."

While counterattacking, Xiao Tian pointed out this group of team members’ shortcomings. Even so, they had improved significantly since they first started combat training. They understood cooperation rather than attacking blindly, which greatly comforted Xiao Tian.

In special forces, aside from individual ability, cooperation is also crucial. With proper cooperation, achieving more than the sum of parts is entirely possible.

"Ouch!" Dong Feng, failing in his attack, had Xiao Tian’s hand, nimble as a viper, brush his arm and strike his chest, flinging him backward to land seated on the ground.

"Haha, Instructor, you’re really amazing!" Dong Feng admiredly said as he rubbed his head with a smile.

Not just him, the entire Tiger Roar Team held immense admiration for Xiao Tian.

Despite being elite soldiers, they found their whole special operations unit unable to get close to Xiao Tian, who seemed to have eyes at the back of his head, handling them with ease.

Sitting on the side with a proud smile, Xiao Tian reached out, and Cai Qiang hurriedly brought over a bottle of water, while two team members massaged his shoulders from behind.

Xiao Tian said with great pride, "Of course, or how else could I be your instructor?"