Shen Haoming’s thoughts began to drift uncontrollably, a grand and magnificent scroll gradually unfolding in his mind. First was the East City’s amateur karate competition. Fang Cheng won with a textbook "Hand Blade Face Strike," precisely hitting the opponent’s face, cleanly securing an "Ippon," and easily taking the championship. Next was the provincial professional championship. Facing strong opponents from all sides, Fang Cheng’s footwork was already perfected. Using a fluid "Step Forward Reverse Strike→Front Kick→Roundhouse Kick" combination skill, he suppressed his opponents with no chance for retaliation, once again collecting the gold medal. Then it was the finals of the national competition. Facing a heavy-hitter from the Kyokushin Style, Fang Cheng advanced instead of retreating. With a brilliant "Kakuto," he scored before the opponent’s heavy punch, narrowly winning with a slight advantage, reaching the pinnacle nationwide. From then on, Fang Cheng’s name echoed throughout the martial arts world of Xia Country. But that was not enough! Get full chapters from NoveIꜰire.net Shen Haoming’s imagination continued to soar. The World Karate Championship finals, the giant stadium, the deafening cheers of tens of thousands of spectators. Fang Cheng representing Xia Country, facing the defending champion, a karate genius from Japan. In the last second, the score was tied. Fang Cheng let out a powerful shout, delivering a perfect "Front Thrust," directly hitting the opponent’s abdomen. The referee raised the flag—"Ippon!" The entire stadium erupted instantly! Fang Cheng became the world champion, becoming the most dazzling star from the Songtao Hall Style in recent decades! Yet he did not stop there. Instead, he chose to immerse himself, join Shen Haoming in deeply studying the "Kata" and "Dissected Hands" of karate, honing the skills of Songtao Hall Style to unprecedented levels. He was no longer just an athlete but truly a martial artist, a master of his generation! And what about Shen Haoming? As the sole enlightening mentor and coach of this legendary master, his name would also go down in history. Thanks to his unparalleled accomplishments in training a world champion and his profound understanding of karate techniques. He easily ascended to a black belt fifth dan, sixth dan... eventually becoming the revered "Ninth Dan Master" admired by thousands! Whenever someone mentions the legendary master Fang Cheng, they invariably mention that great name—Master Shen Haoming! Imagining that scene, Shen Haoming couldn’t help but raise the corners of his mouth, revealing a fanatical smile. "Coach Shen? Coach Shen..." A few inquiries floated into his ears, pulling Shen Haoming back from his soaring dreams. He shuddered slightly and saw Fang Cheng looking at him with a somewhat inquisitive gaze. "Coach Shen, you’ve already taught us the basic moves of the hand blade, when can we start on practical applications and combination skills?" Other new students echoed upon hearing this. Shen Haoming’s face reddened, and he quickly coughed a few times to cover his embarrassment, swiftly assuming a coach’s authoritative posture. "Thinking about combination skills before you have solid basics? That’s overreaching!" He habitually scolded first, then changed his tone. "However, seeing that you have good comprehension, I’ll break the rules and teach you an advanced technique today—the hand blade block and counterattack." Shen Haoming cleared his throat, his expression becoming solemn and professional. He stepped forward, lowering his center of gravity, adopting the classic rearward stance. His gaze locked onto the air in front, as if a hidden opponent stood there. "This is the most basic offense-defense conversion technique, the core is a unified defense and counterattack. When an opponent attacks with a middle straight punch..." As he spoke, he simulated the blocking action, breaking down the movements. "You use the outer hand blade to block, and at the moment of contact, your body should twist like a towel, channeling strength from the waist to the arm, thereby redirecting the opponent’s attack." His actions were smooth and extended, his palm like the back of a blade, carving a curve. "The moment the block is complete, is the beginning of the counterattack." "At this moment, do not hesitate! Turn your hips, send the shoulder forward, rear hand reverse strike, directly target the opponent’s mid-route vital point!" Even before he finished speaking, his other fist already struck out like a hammer. The arm’s motion sent the sleeve fluttering, producing a sharp, vigorous sound of breaking through the air. "Technique and footwork must be synchronized, displaying the momentum of cutting through the opponent decisively, then concluding it with a definitive blow!" "Once you feel this, it’s the essence of generating power." Next, he demonstrated a second combination skill. "If the opponent steps forward intending to entangle, you can use a horizontal hand blade to strike the side of their neck artery, disrupting their balance." His hand moved like lightning, striking then instantly retracting, without leaving any slack. "Remember, the hand blade strike must be quick in execution and withdrawal, strike swiftly and depart, never let the opponent seize your arm, or you’ll immediately fall into a disadvantage." "When the opponent’s center of gravity is unsteady, simultaneously use a front kick to pursue!" A swift front kick followed the hand blade, stabilizing in mid-air, toes pointed straight, resembling the stance of a Sanda "Front Kick." "This is a very practical basic combination skill in close combat; don’t overreach, master these two moves first." Shen Haoming slowly retracted his extended leg, exhaling deeply. "Later, I’ll teach you medium to long distance combination skills and how to combine with throwing techniques and joint techniques to subdue opponents." "Alright, the focus of this class is on building basics, now start practicing the standard hand blade strike a hundred times each!" Shen Haoming’s gaze swept over everyone, his tone stern. "When you can generate clean power, and every strike creates a ’whoosh’ sound, then you’ll be considered beginners, ready to start attempting to hit objects."