Hun Xiu

Hun Realm.

Atop a solitary mountain, a picturesque scene unfolds.

A four-year-old child, perched cross-legged at the mountain's summit, closes his eyes with unwavering determination. In his tiny hands, intricate seals form, and with each breath, a potent Dou Qi envelops him, radiating power.

After several hours pass,

"Exhale..."

The child, his hands finally still, exhales deeply, his youthful eyes now open. Those eyes hold a remarkable depth, revealing a maturity that belies his tender years.

His countenance, delicate and graceful, hints at the promise of youthful handsomeness, but his destiny, it seems, will be that of a "scoundrel," destined to leave countless hearts in turmoil.

With a rush of excitement, he mutters to himself, "I've ascended to the fourth stage of Dou Zhi Qi."

This place is Dou Qi Continent, a realm untouched by flashy magic but overflowing with the pure essence of Dou Qi. Here, the journey of cultivation follows a well-defined path: Dou Zhi Qi, Dou Zhe, Dou Shi, Da Dou Shi, Dou Ling, Dou Wang, Dou Huang, Dou Zong, Dou Zun, Dou Sheng, and Dou Di.

But this four-year-old child isn't native to this world. His name is Hunxiu, and it's been four years since he discovered his presence on the Dou Qi Continent.

Born into the illustrious Hun clan, he is one of Hun Tiandi's sons, burdened with the expectations of rigorous cultivation. He knows that if he doesn't work hard, he could fade away into oblivion over time.

Thus, with unwavering dedication, Hunxiu comes to this mountain daily, determined to hone his skills. His peers in the Hun clan, just as young as him, are content to frolic, feast, and play. For they are blessed with the divine bloodline of Dou Di, and the urgency to cultivate has yet to grip them.

But Hunxiu, a time traveler, sees a different path. He foresees the Hun clan's future, aware of its decline, orchestrated by the imminent arrival of a formidable protagonist. This unsettling truth haunts him.

Why has fate chosen this twisted path for him? While other time-travelers might possess systems or advantages, Hunxiu's only inheritance is his exceptional lineage, waiting to be awakened.

In the cutthroat world of the Dou Qi Continent, strength reigns supreme. Without substantial cultivation talent, not even a prestigious father can ensure success. Hun Tiandi, a legendary hero, yearned to attain the level of Dou Di and was willing to pay any price.

He showed no mercy, even towards his kin. His relentless pursuit of power is a legend.

Hun Tiandi envisioned himself as an invincible Dou Di, destined to rule the entire continent. But then came Xiao Yan, the unexpected disruptor, shattering his dreams, sealing him away, and ultimately leading to the downfall of the once-great Hun clan.

Now that Hunxiu has entered the Dou Qi Continent, he has the chance to rewrite the fate of the Hun Clan, offering consolation to Xiao Yan's loved ones.

Yet, to achieve these goals, strength is paramount. In the Dou Qi Continent, it's Dou Qi that holds sway, and those who wield it skillfully are revered. It's an unshakable law of the land.

As Hunxiu senses his cultivation progress, he can't help but feel a swell of joy. At this rate, he might master the Dou vortex and reach the status of a Dou Zhe before he even turns seven.

Becoming a Dou Zhe is the foundational step towards becoming a formidable warrior. It equips one with the skills and knowledge to stand firm in the competitive landscape of the Dou Qi Continent.

With a gleeful smile on his young face, Hunxiu rises from the ground and descends the mountain. In his heart, he contemplates the excuse he will use to return to practice in solitude tomorrow.

When Hunxiu departs, two enigmatic figures appear where he once sat.

One, draped in black, emanates a restrained aura. His dark, fiery eyes conceal a tempestuous inner fire—the Nihility Devouring Flame.

The other, in white, bears a striking resemblance to Hunxiu himself - Hun Tiandi.

Huntian Di gazes in the direction Hunxiu left and reflects, "Xiu'er has always been different from the other children."

Nihility Devouring Flame concurs: "Indeed, while other children were at play, he was already in the throes of practice. Within a single year, he has achieved the fourth stage of Dou Zhi Qi, an extraordinary feat, even without the activation of Dou Di's bloodline. Such talent is truly astonishing."

Nihility Devouring Flame's eyes flicker with an unspoken intensity.

Hun Tiandi nods thoughtfully, remarking, "Yes, this level of cultivation talent is extraordinary."

"But isn't the Hun clan teeming with such talent? With the activation of Dou Di's bloodline, they have everything they need to nurture their strength."

"What I admire most about him is his diligence and hard work."

Nihility Devouring Flame smiles and says, "Emperor, if diligence and hard work alone are sufficient, why would talent matter?"

"No..."

Hun Tiandi dismisses Nihility Devouring Flame's assertion, he shakes his head. "Talent is vital, and so is diligence and hard work."

He reflects silently, "I hope Xiu'er won't disappoint me in the future."

In reality, Huntian Di glimpses his childhood in Hunxiu. At that tender age, he was much like the young Hunxiu, choosing practice over play. Despite his father's initial indifference, he silently vowed to excel and surprise everyone eventually.

Years later, he fulfilled that promise, ascending to become one of the continent's five peak powerhouses and leading the Hun clan toward prosperity. Now, after many years, he sees a similar resolve in one of his heirs.

He believes that Hunxiu, like him, will one day astonish everyone and etch a remarkable legacy into the continent's history.