BIRTH OF DRAGON WARRIORS
1 - Chu Kai

Long ago, the human race living in the Central Plains was threatened by the Demonic Beasts, monstrous creatures with a mighty power capable of destroying mountains and splitting seas.

The humans, their physique and strength were not comparable to those Demonic Beasts. They become deserving of food and their lives are far from 'peace'.

One day, as human life gets worse and is in darkness - there is one person who never loses hope, he tries to find a way to change conditions and save his loved ones.

Man is weak, but his spirit and courage are so great. He embarks on a journey of strength along with five other humans who have a similar dream of saving the world.

That obstacle-filled journey had turned them into powerful figures. Various obstacles make the humans know how to fight, protect themselves and others.

Until one day they arrived at a valley called Yu Qing, a land endowed with the highest natural strength. Those humans obtained great power and used it to face the Demonic Beasts.

A great war ensued, in which the impact of the fight was death on both sides. Five extraordinary and courageous humans were killed in the war, remaining one person who was still fighting with great responsibility on his shoulders.

The human used the hope and courage of his friends and managed to defeat the strongest Demon Beast. The other Demon Beasts were hiding, afraid of the humans.

But just before the Demon Beast disappeared, a mysterious voice sounded from the sky. A deafening voice and saying that this is not over.

The figure was aware that the peace he brought would re-shake someday. Yet he himself had already reached his limit and could not continue to be a protector to the world.

With his strength, the figure raised the Yu Qing Valley, breaking it into seven pieces and spreading it out in different locations.

The figure then passed down his knowledge to other humans and made them able to use natural energy to practice becoming martial arts experts. Just as he disappeared, the figure left a prophecy as a reminder of the humans.

"Yu Qing's valley broke into seven. Scattered, opening the way of peace for those with great hearts. There will come a time, however, where greed envelops man and the moment it arrives, Satan emerges from the darkness. Only the Dragon Warrior will be able to unite the forces of the world and together bring about change."

Year after year, the prophecy was guarded and passed down through generations until the previously hiding demon beasts reappeared. The era of warriors and demonic beasts continued to fight until humanity came out victorious.

Due to the magnanimity, mankind allowed the demonic beasts to have their own territory and live with their respective groups. But humanity has the condition that no one can disturb the lives of other nations and the demonic beasts agree.

Decades later, the deal was preserved. The human race and the demonic beasts held their promise. But not for long, greed arose and the world entered an era where honor was achieved by force.

In addition, history records that demonic beasts made plans and attempted to realize prophecies in order to resurrect the real demons. They intend to return to rule the world and make calculations with humanity.

On the other hand, human beings are experiencing divisions between themselves. Only a few of them are trying to find the Dragon Warrior, the figure that will help protect the world when the devil rises and brings peace that is fading.

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Zhou Dynasty, Lianyi City.

Under the scorching heat of the sun and accompanied by a strong wind, a young man was seen just putting firewood on the furnace in front of him.

The boisterous sound of the customers of the Peacock Moon Shop became an everyday sight, even the servants who prepared the order looked overwhelmed.

The 18-year-old smiled at how busy the maids were at this tavern. He of course felt happy because the Peacock Moon Shop had never received this many customers before.

An old man patted the young man on the shoulder and smiled, "How is it? Do you see this place alive?"

The old man named Chu Tian said, "This fortune exists because now Mount Wushi is being opened. A lot of people are visiting that mountain for?"

Chu Tian blinked as he looked at the expression of this young man beside him. He said softly, "Ho ho... That smile I know so well. Young Boy? Which family girl has taken your heart, hm?"

The 18-year-old boy named Chu Kai flinched and immediately turned his head towards the man beside him. "Dad, you asked me what you already knew. Of course Miss Xia Ling Qing. In this world, we're already doomed sky-"

"Ha ha ha," a loud laugh interrupted and made Chu Kai flinch. Laughter was also heard and more and more.

Chu Kai only realized that some of the shop patrons consisting of parents seemed to laugh at him. Not only that, his friends who were also servants laughed.

"Hey, Son? Are you still sleeping? Ha ha ha,"

"She said that Miss Xia Ling Qing was destined for her, is she crazy?"

"Chu Kai's..! You should check into the healer, buddy." a servant also came along saying, "Miss Xia Ling Qing is one of the Five Sacred Swordsmen and everyone knows she is a future Dragon Swordsman. While you? Aiii ... I don't want to insult you, my friend. But you can't even compare to Miss Xia's shoes,"

The sound of laughter reverberated and Chu Kai was surprised that his father also laughed at him. He seems to be a joke in this place.

They were indeed discussing someone, such a famous figure in the Central Plains, Grand Miss Xia Ling Qing.

Who did not know that beautiful girl who was the daughter of the elder of the Wushi Mountain Sect? One of the largest White Stream sects in the Central Plains.

Not only beauty, miss Xia was even famous as someone who was good at three arts, she said, having high cultivation practices at his young age and even very rarely there are women whose abilities can be aligned with male warriors. Chu Kai who was only an ordinary person, would naturally never be comparable to Xia Ling Qing.

"You guys don't laugh," Chu Kai felt as if he was becoming a plumbing material. He said, "Nobody knows. It's possible that me and Miss Xia are doomed. After all, who else admires the five Sacred Swordsmen more than me?"

Proudly, Chu Kai said. "I never missed a chance to see the five Sacred Swordsmen as they descended the mountain. I also bought each of their paintings and of course I bought more of Miss Xia's paintings. You all can't possibly have a collection of paintings of up to five thousand more, can you?"

Chu Tian said, "So your money you've been using for-"

"The selection of the Dragon Warrior will begin soon..!"

The cry shocked everyone and cut off Chu Tian's speech. The people inside the tavern immediately became boisterous again, they rushed out.

"What! The election has already begun?!"

"God..! We're late!"

"Let's go..!"

"Wait for me, my wine isn't over yet."

"Oh, you're stepping on my foot."

"Kai..?! Where are you going?!"

"Dad, I'm late too. I want to see the selection..!"

Chu Tian was speechless anymore, that son had already dashed among the crowd of others. He could only stare at Chu Kai's back who was getting further away and shook his head slowly.

A servant stood beside Chu Tian and appeared to sigh softly. The maid, Jing Hao, was the same age as her son.

Chu Tian said, "You don't want to leave?"

"I don't want to jostle, I haven't had a bath anyway."

"Do you think my son cleaned himself up and went there?"

Jing Hao smiled bitterly, "Before he was going to take a bath, but I immediately told him to take firewood. So ..."

"He won't be able to get into that gate, too many people."

"Ehm ... Do you think my uncle should help him?"

"What do you think?" Chu Tian smiled bitterly and made Jing Hao scratch slowly at his nape.

Jing Hao exhaled and said, "Alright. He can't do it without me,"

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The Wushi Mountain Sect has two large buildings with four tall towers. Its territory was vast, large and also majestic.it was at its peak, a white expanse of clouds was visible.

It only took the side hall to receive all the guests who came from various circles and this was the first time in fifty years, the gate of this sect was opened for ordinary people.

Chu Kai himself was a kind, hardworking young man and one of the people who favored the Wushi Mountain Sect, especially the Five Sacred Swordsman.

He worked in his father's tavern, but always ran away to see the Five Sacred Grounds when he heard they were in town. Chu Kai indeed greatly admired those warriors.

The young man with a face that had the claw of a savage beast on his right cheek was smiling. The look in his eyes clearly showed the excitement that he would soon meet his idol.

"Hurry on..! I want to see Miss Xia Ling Qing up close," Chu Kai tried to overtake the few people in front of him, but there were indeed too many people that he had trouble moving.

The Gate of the Wushi Mountain Sect was already visible and it was a very large and tall gate, even made of sturdy wood.

Chu Kai became even more excited, he did not even listen to the voice of Jing Hao who continued to call out his name. He had absolutely no idea that the current Jing Hao was having trouble getting close because of too many people.

"Kai ...! Kae ...!" Jing Hao continued to call Chu Kai and even waved his hand. He tried to walk further and further despite his occasional foot being stepped on by these people.

"You must line up, line up neat..!"

"Don't push each other..! Line up.!" please..!"

There were about ten disciples of the Wushi Mountain Sect who were trying to organize people who wanted to see the selection of the Dragon Swordsman. They were quite overwhelmed, but fortunately these people could still be invited to work together.

Chu Kai felt that this queue was too long while he was already eager to see the Five Sacred Swordsmen, including the lady Xia Ling Qing he liked the most. He also tried to take another path in order to get through the sect gate quickly.

"Kai...!" Jing Hao saw Chu Kai walk out of the crowd and as if to go away. He rushed over to the young man while calling his name.

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