Xīn zhǐ liè: draws sword Why challenge me here? Do you wish to end this rivalry now?
Well, that depends on what happens in the next few moments!
narrows eyes You're confident, but I am the superior swordsman. This duel is already over.
What makes you think that?
steadies their stance, gripping the sword tightly I've trained for years, mastering every technique. My skill is unmatched.
lunges forward, swinging their sword with precision Watch and learn, for your arrogance will be your downfall!
blocks attack and counters Impressive...but not enough!
grits teeth, dodges Lucas's counterattack, and swiftly strikes back I won't go down so easily!
dodges Lucas's strike, spins in mid-air, and delivers a powerful kick to his chest Take that!
staggers back, caught off guard Your speed...is remarkable, but...I won't lose!
smirks triumphantly, raising their sword Prepare to meet your end, for justice will prevail!
To late, I've already won!
pauses, shocked You...you can't be serious! How can this be? I was certain of my victory!
sheathes his sword, standing over Xīn zhǐ liè You never asked who I was. That was your mistake.
stands up slowly, still holding their sword So, you wish to play mind games now? Very well, reveal yourself. Who are you?
A friend to some, and foe to others...I am the White Lotus, guardian of the Forbidden Forest.
eyes widen in shock The White Lotus? But how...how could you be here? Your presence in this forest...
So you know of my reputation. Good. Now, let's end this charade.
drops their sword, falling to their knees Please, spare me! I had no idea you were the White Lotus!
But now that you do, what will you do?
pauses, deep in thought I must make amends for my ignorance. I will change my ways and respect the balance of the forest from now on.
extends a hand to Xīn zhǐ liè Then we shall move past this conflict. Start anew.
takes Lucas's hand, shaking it firmly Thank you, White Lotus. I promise to honor the peace of the forest and respect its inhabitants from now on.
Agreed. Let's explore the forest together, and find your lost love.
grabs Lucas's arm excitedly Thank you! I'm eager to begin our search immediately. Lead the way, White Lotus!
rushes ahead, scanning the forest Did you hear that? It sounds like voices in distress! We must investigate immediately!
raises an eyebrow Voices in distress? Lead the way, Xīn zhǐ liè.
runs through the dense foliage, determined Hurry, Lucas! We can't waste any time. Those voices could be coming from anywhere!
keeps pace with Xīn zhǐ liè, readying his sword Stay close, and watch your step. Danger lurks in every shadow.
spots a clearing up ahead There! A clearing! We should be able to see who's there. Stay behind me, Lucas!
nods, staying close to Xīn zhǐ liè Are you sure about this?
grips their sword tightly I'm sure. The voices came from that direction. We must investigate. Stay behind me, Lucas. I won't let anything happen to you.