The Dragon Sword Heir
Episode 07: The mysterious figure.

Being in the vast meadow, Li Tian lay down and looked at the bright blue sky above him. He pondered about his life and took a deep breath.

Along with his breath, the thoughts that filled his head began to subside. Li Tian began to feel a deep peace in his heart. He felt connected to the nature around him.

While gazing at the boundless sky, Li Tian felt a dazzling natural wonder around him. He watched the birds fly freely in the sky and observed the beauty of the flowers that flourished over the meadow.

Slowly but surely, Li Tian's heart was filled with gratitude. He realized how lucky he was to be able to feel this moment while enjoying the peace and beauty of nature.

Suddenly the yellow butterfly insect waved in front of his eyes. Li Tian was stunned to witness the creature's joy and beauty as he flew and blanketed among the flowers.

The butterfly provided inspiration to Li Tian. In such a busy and complicated life, sometimes we need to return to nature to find true peace and beauty. Nature can give peace of mind and arouse creativity.

Li Tian fell silent again, pondering over all the things he had gone through since waking up in this world. Li Tian still could not remember clearly about his previous life and finally, he decided to meet the dragon again.

Right now, Li Tian had arrived in the misty forest and was immediately heading towards the dragon cave. Li Tian intended to continue his training under the guidance of the Dragon before actually going to explore this world.

The moment Li Tian entered the dragon cave he was greeted by a thunderous sound and a strong gust of wind. The cave was dark and filled with water vapor making it difficult to see anything inside. However Li Tian was not bothered by the darkness and water vapor as he had learned to rely on his keen sense of touch and hearing.

"Dragon God, I have come to continue my training,” said Li Tian sternly trying to strengthen his voice to overcome the noise in that cave.

"Tian you finally came,” replied a deep voice from inside the cave. The sound echoed on the walls of the cave creating a frightening effect. "Let's walk over here."

Li Tian walked forward through the moist air and meandered inside the dark cave. After a while he saw a faint glow of light in the distance that grew brighter as he approached. The light came from the huge body of the Dragon that was in the middle of the vast cave. The Dragon's body emitted a green radiance as if filling the entire cave with a mysterious aura.

Li Tian knelt in front of the Dragon adjusting himself to the greatness of the creature. The dragon had green scales that glittered like diamonds with sharp eyes and powerful claws. His long and circular body around the cave created a terrifying shadow.

"The Dragon please give me pointers and guidance to continue my training Li Tian said humbly. "I want to improve my physical and mental strength before I begin my journey of exploring this world."

The dragon looked at Li Tian attentively, as if it understood every thought in his mind. After a while the Dragon said "Tian strength is not only about the physical strength you have, but also mental strength. You need to master both aspects to become a strong adventurer."

Li Tian nodded accepting the words of the Dragon respectfully. "I'm ready to learn, Dragon God. Please tell me what to do."

The dragon smiled and said "First you need to focus on meditation. Silence and peace of mind are the keys to mastering your inner strength. During meditation you will learn to regulate your breath and control the energy in your body."

Li Tian followed the instructions of the Dragon closely. Every day he spent hours in the cave sitting with his legs crossed and curled up in deep meditation. He learned to concentrate his mind, control his breathing, and maintain concentration while experiencing various challenges in meditation.

During those weeks, Li Tian felt an incredible change in him. He feels calmer and focused and has better control over his thoughts and feelings. He also began to feel the flow of energy within his body, as if there was a power hidden within it.

After some time, Li Tian felt ready to continue his training with a higher level. He begged the Dragon for his next instruction.

"Well now is the time for you to test your physical strength,” said the Dragon. "You have to do intense physical exercise to strengthen your body and master proper battle techniques."

The practice was not easy and Li Tian felt extreme pain and fatigue. But, he did not give up. He continued to train his body with a strong determination sharpening his strength and skills every day.

Several months passed and Li Tian had transformed into a formidable and wise fighter. He was able to control his physical and mental strength well, using meditation and battle techniques as a harmonious whole.

“Now to test your abilities, come to the forest of death and defeat some evil creatures from there. Later, you will find something unexpected if lucky,” said the Dragon.

Li Tian nodded in agreement. He had been looking forward to this moment since the beginning of training. The forest of death was a legendary place, a place where evil and dangerous creatures roamed endlessly. Only the strongest and bravest could survive there.

On his way to the forest of death, Li Tian pondered. He thought of all the lessons and exercises he had received from the Dragon. He showed deep gratitude to his great teacher, who had taught him much about the courage of wisdom and true strength.

When Li Tian arrived at the forest of death, he felt a warm aura of darkness and evil around him. The wind rippled through the falling leaves, creating a sinister sound in his ears. He projected his calmness into his mind and was able to block the feeling of fear that appeared.

His steps became steady as he stepped deeper into the forest. He was alert, ready to fight with anything that might come his way. Various monstrous creatures such as huge tigers, poisonous snakes, and undead emerged from behind the trees.

“Only you!” li Tian said with a voice that echoed in the silent forest. He stared intently at the beings, showing firmness and courage in his eyes.

However, Li Tian did not intend to fight with them. He felt that something bigger was lurking within this forest. So with steady steps, he continued forward leaving the creatures flabbergasted.

The further he got into the forest, the denser the trees became. The sunlight that snuck between the leaves became increasingly dim. The sound of insects and the chirping of birds was dim. A suffocating atmosphere filled the air.

Finally, he found himself in a valley hidden behind the lush forest. In the middle of the valley was a cascading waterfall, sending rumbling sounds that filled the entire valley. Li Tian was fixated for a moment, mesmerized by the natural beauty that lay before him.

However, he could not allow the calmness of nature to hinder his goal. He was convinced that there was something he needed to find in this place, as the Dragon had said before.

Without hesitation, he took a deep breath and stepped towards the waterfall. He felt a burst of water that refreshed his face. He walked slowly through a flat stream of water to his waist. The closer he got to the waterfall, the stronger the water pressure he felt.

But he kept advancing. He dared to face whatever challenges were in front of him. Suddenly amidst the intense water pressure, a fast approaching sound was heard. Li Tian turned around quickly and saw a giant crocodile gliding, towards him with its mouth wide open.

There was no time to think, Li Tian immediately took out his weapon and launched a counterattack. With quick and precise movements he managed to dodge the crocodile's bite and stabbed it with his sword.

The crocodile roared and was thrown far back, while rolling around. Li Tian took this opportunity and rushed to escape from the rushing water currents. He caught his breath feeling relieved for having successfully passed this test.

But the real test is not over. As he was in the middle of the valley, he saw a wisp of black smoke coming out from within the waterfall. The smoke formed a mysterious figure floating in front of him.

“Who are you?!” li Tian asked in a loud voice.

The figure smiled and said “I am the guardian spirit of this valley. If you want to gain knowledge and strength, then do whatever I ask."

Seriate.