Brotherhood in the Shadows ep 6 s3

After his crushing defeat, the 7th Prince trained late into the night, swinging his sword under the moonlight. Sweat dripped from his body, his arms aching, but his determination burned brighter than ever.

"You'll only wear yourself out like that."

A calm voice interrupted his thoughts. The 7th Prince turned to see the 2nd Prince, Xian Ren, leaning against a nearby pillar. Unlike the other princes who mocked him, Xian Ren always remained distant yet observant.

"You saw my fight?" the 7th Prince asked, lowering his sword.

Xian Ren smirked. "Everyone did. You were stubborn, but I respect that."

The 7th Prince clenched his fists. "I need to grow stronger. I can't afford to be weak."

Xian Ren stepped forward. "Then let me help you."

The 7th Prince's eyes widened. "You… want to train me?"

Xian Ren nodded. "You have potential, little brother. But potential means nothing if you don't refine it. Strength isn't just about swinging a sword—it's about knowing when to strike and when to endure."

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A Brother's Guidance

Under Xian Ren's guidance, the 7th Prince trained in a different way. Instead of brute force, Xian Ren focused on speed, precision, and adaptability.

"Every opponent has a weakness," Xian Ren explained as he demonstrated a counterattack. "Find it, and you can turn any battle in your favor."

For the first time, the 7th Prince felt what it was like to have a brother—not as a rival, but as a mentor. Unlike the other princes who saw him as an obstacle, Xian Ren treated him like family.

One night, after an intense sparring session, the 7th Prince sat beside Xian Ren on the palace balcony, gazing at the stars.

"Why are you helping me?" the 7th Prince asked.

Xian Ren sighed. "Because I know what it's like to be underestimated. When I was your age, the 1st Prince looked down on me the same way the others do to you. I had to prove myself, just like you do now."

The 7th Prince clenched his fists. "Then I'll prove myself, no matter what it takes."

Xian Ren smirked. "Good. But remember—you're not alone in this. No matter what happens, you have me."

For the first time since entering the academy, the 7th Prince felt something new.

Not just determination, but hope.

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