Earthly Beginning & Heavenly End (4)

A few individuals scoffed, even verbalizing their contempt with debilitating insults. The truly unfortunate event was the young man being unable to defend himself. Yan Zaizen's expression grew grim. He imagined each one of these young individuals was heaven-defying individuals with vigor and valor that is willing to fight and exceed the heavens. Yet, a simple set of characters have already left one feeling lost and unwilling to continue.

Yan Zaizen had a faint suspicion that if the young man wasn't in front of a crowd, he may very well commit suicide at this moment.

"Cultivators...we fight to rival the heavens and exceed it, but what happens if you're told that's not possible? Are you any different than a mortal without legs told he couldn't walk? Do we simply concede?" Yan Zaizen muttered to himself. Suddenly, he gnashed his teeth in unwillingness. His fist clenched deeply and his nails dug into his skin.