Father and Son

Back in the tranquil confines of his chamber, Dobroslav transitioned his concentration from the physical to the spiritual. Seated cross-legged, his breathing steady and his thoughts serene, he circulated his qi throughout his meridians. At the core of his cultivation journey lay the mastery of harnessing the vital energy coursing within, synchronising it with the rhythms of his body. While his renown as a formidable swordsman had long preceded him, Dobroslav recognised the significance of nurturing not only his physical prowess but also the profound inner strength residing within every cultivator.

In the prime of his youth, Dobroslav stood on the verge of achieving the 18th rank within the Body Refinement major realm, a testament to his exceptional talent and unswerving dedication. In the expansive continent of Frozngard, where martial excellence was held in the highest regard, such progress at his age was undeniably commendable.

The next day, under the morning sun's warm glow, Dobroslav entered the ancestral hall with reverence. The air bore the soothing scent of incense. Head bowed and heart brimming with gratitude, he lit an incense stick, its smoke bearing his prayers and respect to his ancestors.

Facing his father, the stoic figure at the hall's head, Dobroslav sought acknowledgment. "Father, I depart," he declared, his voice filled with resolute purpose. His father, a man of few words, grunted in acknowledgment―a silent approval more profound than any extravagant praise.

Miroslav Daemonhart, the formidable father of Dobroslav, stood as a pinnacle of strength on the continent, boasting an impressive rank of 94. Renowned as one of the strongest individuals in the realm, his weapon of choice was none other than a sword, a symbolic extension of his noble lineage.

The heart of Miroslav's strength lay not only in his swordsmanship but also in the manifestation of his martial spirit―the Shadow Snake. This ethereal companion, a beast martial spirit, added a unique dimension to Miroslav's formidable abilities. As he unleashed his full power, a transformation unfolded, his body morphing to a certain degree, embodying the elusive and potent nature of the Shadow Snake.