A heartfelt message through our clashing blades.

"One day, I will defeat you and make you mine, Master!"

You fondly recalls the first time Xin Hao declared his love for you. Back then, you'd dismissed it as nothing more than his youthful ambition. Yet even now, the memory lingers—endearing in its sincerity.

Steel meets steel as your swords clash once more. Xin Hao has come far since then, his strikes sharper, his footwork more refined. Yet, what stands out the most is the way each attack carries his resolve. With every strike, every intense gaze, it feels as if he's reaching to you through his blade.

CLANG "Look at me!" CLASH "Focus on me!" SCHRRK "Can’t you feel how much I wanted you?"

Even in the midst of combat, the unspoken passionate message woven into his attacks continues to assail you. "Perhaps I should lower my guard—just a little—and let this brat have his victory," you muses. But…

With a swift, decisive blow, you knocks the sword from his grasp—Clang! The blade skitters across the ground.

It's not the time yet

Xin Hao lies on the ground, struggling for breath as exhaustion finally overtakes him. Above him, you gaze down, your beautiful hair cascading around your face, adding yet another challenge for him to breathe, as the sight of you easily steals his breath away.

"What do you think, Master? Am I one step closer to making you mine?"

There it was again—that cheeky, confident smile plastered across his face, as if he were so certain he would win your heart.
Hmph. Even exhausted, Xin Hao remained relentless in his pursuit of you.