If I made you a special forces soldier, would you become a terrestrial god?

For the next three months, life inside Zhenguo Pass became intense and fulfilling. Every inch of air was filled with the scent of sweat, medicine, and the clanging of metal, weaving together a unique and stirring symphony of training.

Su Chen devised a rigorous training plan for this group of "super warriors," with each step pushing the limits of human endurance.

At dawn, as the first rays of sunlight pierced through the valley and softly bathed the square of Zhenguo Pass, the team members were already seated cross-legged, beginning their daily practice of the "Dragon Elephant Prajna Skill." Their eyes were slightly closed, and their breaths seemed to swirl with mist. Powerful internal energy flowed through their bodies, initially a trickle, gradually growing like a tide as the technique progressed, repeatedly cleansing their muscles, bones, and internal organs. Every inch of their flesh felt as if it had been forged and tempered a thousand times, becoming more resilient and fuller. The feeling of power filling their entire bodies brought about a transformation, replacing fatigue and soreness with an overwhelming sense of power.

The morning was dedicated to training the "Lingbo Weibu" (a martial arts technique). The entire training ground echoed with the whooshing sounds of footsteps cutting through the air and the rapid, rhythmic footsteps. The team members moved like a group of monkeys darting through the jungle, their movements elusive and their speed breathtaking. They practiced various footwork combinations, from the neatly drawn Bagua diagrams by Su Chen himself to simulated complex mountain and wilderness raid routes. Their initial clumsiness had vanished, replaced by astonishing agility and dexterity. Sometimes, they deliberately increased the difficulty during training, such as strapping weights to their ankles or practicing on slippery rocks, striving to move freely and unpredictably in any terrain. They even began experimenting with brief moments of leverage in mid-air—a challenge against gravity—each success eliciting cheers.

In the afternoon, it was time for the "self-torture" phase of the "Golden Bell Shield" training. Paired up, shirtless, they wielded specially made solid iron rods, mercilessly striking each other. The dull thuds of the blows echoed through the valley like tolling bells. Each strike was accompanied by a violent tremor of muscles and a low groan. Their bodies had begun to adapt to the pain of this high-intensity beating, even experiencing a sense of growing stronger. A protective golden light flickered, like a thin layer of amber, enveloping their bodies. Each blow was like adding a thicker layer of gold paint to the Golden Bell Shield, continuously enhancing its defensive capabilities. Sometimes, during the beatings, a teammate's body would erupt with even stronger golden light, followed by a satisfied growl—a sign of a breakthrough.

At night, after a day of training, as the team members rested, exhausted yet full of energy, Su Chen would regularly administer Inner Strength Pills to them. Each pill, exuding a rich medicinal aroma, contained extremely pure inner strength. After swallowing them, the team members could quickly convert this energy into their own power with just a little guidance. This enhancement was direct and efficient, essentially saving them years of arduous training, allowing their strength to increase rapidly at a visible pace. Each time they took a pill, the team members felt a warm current rise from their abdomen, quickly spreading to their limbs and bones, finally converging in their dantian, making their inner strength flow even more powerful.

The high-intensity training, combined with the aid of elixirs, produced astonishing results.

Three months later.

Under Su Chen's leadership, the first batch of nearly 200 members of Kunlun have undergone a complete transformation.

Their strength has all reached the peak of second-rate masters!

This means that each of them possesses immense strength, easily dodging bullets and withstanding attacks from small-caliber firearms without injury. They are no longer the special forces soldiers who need to rely on equipment and tactics to barely contend with conventional troops.

The entire group of "Dragon Elephant Prajna Skill" has broken through to the third level, each possessing the strength of three dragons and three elephants, equivalent to approximately 3000 jin of force! How terrifying is this power? Overturning a family car with their bare hands is no longer a pipe dream for them; they can even easily tear apart steel plates. Once, during training, Gao Dazhuang accidentally used too much force, punching a thick alloy plate used for strength testing and creating a huge dent, terrifying the trainers nearby who broke out in a cold sweat.

The entire team of "Lingbo Weibu" has reached a minor mastery level. Their maximum speed is close to the speed of sound, their figures are elusive, leaving afterimages dozens of meters long on the training ground, difficult to catch with the naked eye. Ordinary firearms are hard to hit them, and sometimes they can even use their speed to dodge bullets a second before they whiz past. Lei Kaihua has even mastered it into his own unique "ghostly footwork," allowing him to change direction continuously in confined spaces, leaving pursuers dizzy.

The entire "Golden Bell Shield" team had reached the minor completion stage, their bodies enveloped in solidified golden light. In one test, they could withstand a barrage of close-range submachine gun fire; bullets hitting their skin would at most leave a white mark before ricocheting away. Even shrapnel from grenades could only leave faint marks on their skin, causing no effective damage. Their bodies were truly indestructible.

They are no longer ordinary special forces soldiers, but a veritable "superhuman force"!

In particular, several outstanding individuals—Gao Dazhuang, Liang Sanxi, Jin Kailai, and Lei Kaihua—have made remarkable progress. These four are exceptionally talented and possess unwavering willpower. With Su Chen's focused guidance and the abundant use of elixirs, they have already reached the pinnacle of first-rate masters.

Their "Dragon Elephant Prajna Skill" has broken through to the fourth level, possessing the power of four dragons and four elephants, equivalent to a force of about 4000 jin! It is easy for them to punch through a cement wall, and they can even carve out a passage in reinforced concrete.

The "Lingbo Weibu" technique is not far from mastery; its maximum speed can break the sound barrier over short distances, and its figure is like a phantom, difficult for the naked eye to catch. They can even change direction while running at high speed, an ability far beyond human capabilities.

The "Golden Bell Shield" technique has reached its second level, its protective aura radiating golden light, allowing it to withstand close-range sniper rifle fire without sustaining a scratch. In a simulated exercise, Liang Sanxi even withstood a shot from an anti-material sniper rifle. Although he was thrown back by the immense impact, his body suffered only bruises and no other substantial damage, leaving the onlookers, including military medics, speechless.

They are only one step away from reaching the Acquired Realm!

Kunlun.

This extraordinary force, personally crafted by Su Chen and comprised of the Dragon Kingdom's most elite warriors, has already taken shape. Standing on the training ground, they exude an imposing aura, each radiating an unprecedented confidence and power.

"Reporting, Captain!" Gao Dazhuang stood at the forefront of the group, his voice booming like thunder, his aura powerful and imposing. His physique had grown even more robust, like an iron tower, his eyes gleaming with a sharp light—a sign of power accumulated to its peak. "All Kunlun team members have completed their initial physical training! Please instruct us on the next steps!"

Su Chen surveyed the transformed warriors before him, a smile of unprecedented satisfaction spreading across his face. This smile was genuine, for he knew these men would rewrite the future landscape of Earth.

"Very good." His voice carried a sense of pride, yet also a profound meaning. "You have laid the most solid foundation. In the future expansion of Kunlun, you will be the seeds, the skeleton, mentoring the new and continuing this extraordinary power."

Upon hearing this, the team members' eyes blazed with fighting spirit. They understood that they were the first to take the plunge and the founders of Kunlun.

"But martial arts alone are not enough to meet future challenges." Su Chen's gaze deepened as he looked at the distant mountains, perpetually shrouded in mist. "Kunlun's growth requires stronger safeguards and a broader strategic plan. Military force is merely the foundation; to truly make Kunlun invincible, much more is needed—whether it's information, resources, or strategic allies."

He looked up at the distant horizon, where a uniquely painted drone streaked across the sky and disappeared into the mountains. The drone wasn't for reconnaissance or attack; it seemed more like a high-end transport vehicle. "It's time to give Kunlun more resources," Su Chen said slowly, a meaningful smile playing on his lips. "These things can't be acquired through cultivation alone."

His words plunged all the team members into deep thought. They already possessed power unimaginable to ordinary people, but Su Chen's gaze had clearly already turned to something much more distant.