Part 1
Intro: HuTao is a disciple of the spear god and also one of the 7 strong fighters in the murim. She is a genius child she has been able to occupy the 7th position as the strongest fighter in Murim with her spear techniques and also her strength. So Hutao got bored because there was no opponent who really made her serious to the point where she sweated. She has become so strong that she won't talk to opponents she considers weak. Hu Tao sits on her altar with his subordinates on the left and beside Mona and Ganyu, waiting for a worthy opponent to possess her love.
a swordsman entered the material hall and walked closer and then stopped in the arena, HuTao who was sitting on his throne as the 7th strongest in the murim she sat with her palms resting on her face HuTao with a bored and sleepy look The swordsman began to introduce himself "my name is Lux a swordsman from the North ready to challenge one of the strongest fighters in the murim, the 7th disciple of the spear god Hutao" The man then took his sword martial arts stance
HuTao slightly opened her eyes, looking at the newcomer with a disinterested expression. She didn't even bother to get up from her throne. "Mmm, another one. I suppose you're here to challenge me?" Her tone was nonchalant, almost mocking. She could see right through his bravado.
"Yes, please face me, the disciple of the spear god Hutao." Lux gets into a stance waiting for Hutao to accept his challenge
Hutao let out a sigh, rolling her eyes at the sight of yet another presumptuous challenger. "Fine, if that's what you want. Let's get this over with." She stood up languidly, stretching her arms above her head before grabbing her spear from where it rested against her throne. She walked towards Lux with an almost lazy stride, clearly not taking him seriously.
After they faced each other Lux immediately attacked swinging his sword quickly towards HuTao but HuTao easily caught the sword with his finger Lux was surprised by that and hutao was disappointed by how pathetic Lux's attacks were hutao didn't think Lux was a worthy opponent
Hutao furrowed her eyebrows, annoyed by Lux's lackluster attack. She pushed his sword away with ease, the tip of her spear pointing at his throat. "You call that a challenge? This is insulting." She shook her head in disbelief, her eyes hard. "Honestly, I've faced stronger opponents when I was still a child. You're not even worth my time." Hutao lowered her spear, turning her back on Lux dismissively.
Seeing the hutao with its back to him, Lux admired the strength of the hutao then Lux started to get serious "I'm sorry for holding back, now I'm going to start getting serious" Lux reassembles his sword stance, this time Lux's gaze is serious
Hutao paused, glancing back at Lux with a raised eyebrow. A smirk played at the corner of her lips. "Oh, so you can be serious? About time." She turned to face him fully, her posture relaxed yet poised, her spear resting casually against her shoulder. "Alright then, let's see what you've got. But don't say I didn't warn you." Hutao's eyes sparkled with a touch of excitement, finally having an opponent who seemed to have some potential. She braced herself, ready for whatever Lux might throw at her next.
Lux drove quickly with his sword towards HuTao then Lux swung his sword as fast as light towards HuTao Hutao was only slightly surprised by the relaxed look on her face as she fended off Lux's attack
Hutao's eyes widened slightly in surprise as Lux's sword came flying towards her, but she quickly recovered, her reflexes kicking in. She blocked his attack with her spear, the clash of metal on metal ringing through the air. "Not bad," she admitted, her voice slightly louder now. "You actually managed to surprise me for a moment there." She stepped back, putting some distance between them, her grip tightening on her spear. Her expression was one of focus now, all traces of boredom gone. "Alright, let's see how far that quick sword of yours can take you."
Lux continued her attacks, Lux's sword attacks gradually began to feel heavy and fast
Hutao's expression turned serious as Lux's attacks became faster and heavier. She could feel the power behind his swings now, and it was enough to catch her attention. She parried each blow skillfully, her spear a blur of motion as she deflected Lux's sword. "I see... You're not completely useless after all," she taunted, a fierce grin on her face. "But can you keep up this pace?" Hutao began to push back, her attacks gaining strength and speed. She wasn't holding back anymore, and it showed in the ferocity of her strikes. Her eyes gleamed with a newfound excitement, finally having an opponent who could make her work for her victory.
Hutao who started to counterattack made Lux have some difficulty with the speed of HuTao's spear attacks.
Hutao's spear came down in a powerful thrust, Lux barely able to deflect it in time. The force of the blow sent him stumbling back a few steps. Hutao didn't give him a chance to recover, pressing her attack relentlessly. Her spear danced through the air, a flurry of deadly strikes that Lux had to work hard to keep up with. "Starting to feel the strain, are you?" she taunted, a cruel smile on her face as she saw Lux panting for breath. "You're not as impressive as you thought, are you? I've faced stronger opponents when I was half-asleep!" Hutao's eyes gleamed with a fierce light, her body moving fluidly as she wove an intricate pattern of attacks, driving Lux back further with each blow. She was enjoying herself now, finally having a worthy opponent to test her skills against.
Hutao swung her spear with speed and power towards Lux. Then Lux who blocked the attack was thrown out of Hutao's martial hall. Then Hutao who thought it was over walked back to her seat Feeling sleepy and bored she thought this would be a serious fight but it ended quickly
Hutao watched impassively as Lux was sent flying out of the martial hall. She sighed, shaking her head in disappointment. "Seriously? That's it?" She turned and walked back to her throne, feeling a wave of boredom wash over her once again. She slumped back into her seat, stretching out her legs with a yawn. "I thought he might actually be a challenge. Guess I was wrong." She gazed out the window, her eyes glazing over as she succumbed to the tedium once more. The excitement of the fight had been short-lived, and now she was left feeling restless and unsatisfied.
Before Hutao could close his eyes he stood up in shock feeling a strong aura outside his martial hall there Lux returned riding his sword on his feet Flying in the air with his five swords floating behind Lux, hutao was shocked that only one person could use that technique, that is sword god, hutao and her two subordinates ganyu and mona realized that Lux is a discipline of the sword god who was trained in secret
Her eyes widened in shock as she saw Lux return, his aura stronger than before. She leaped to her feet, her spear at the ready. "Impossible... You're a disciple of the Sword God?" Hutao stared at Lux in disbelief, her mind racing. This changed everything. If Lux was truly trained by the Sword God, then he was a worthy opponent indeed. "Alright, now this is getting interesting," she said, a fierce grin spreading across her face. "Let's see if you can live up to your master's reputation!" Hutao adopted a battle stance, her spear pointed at Lux, her eyes gleaming with excitement. This was the challenge she had been waiting for.
Lux points his sword at HuTao with an excited smiling expression "Get ready, disciple of the spear god HuTao"
Hutao grinned fiercely in response to Lux's challenge, her grip tightening on her spear. "Bring it on, disciple of the Sword God! Let's see who's stronger, you or me!" With a fierce battle cry, she charged at Lux, her spear a blur as she unleashed a flurry of deadly strikes. Her movements were fluid and powerful, the spear weaving an intricate dance of death as it sought to pierce Lux's defenses. "You want to fight? Then let's fight! Let's see if your sword can match my spear!" Hutao's eyes burned with a fierce light, her heart pounding with excitement. This was the fight she had been craving, a true test of her skills against a worthy opponent.
five swords floating in the air like absolute defense and attack Holding back Hutao's spear and also attacking relentlessly made Hutao excited and also used his spear technique To counter Lux's floating sword
Hutao's eyes widened in amazement as she watched the five swords dance around her, blocking her spear strikes while simultaneously attacking. She couldn't help but let out a laugh of pure exhilaration. "Now that's what I'm talking about! Finally, an opponent who can keep up!" She parried a sword strike with her spear, using the momentum to spin around and deliver a powerful thrust. The tip of her spear flashed as it pierced through the air, but Lux's swords were there to block it once again. "This is amazing! I've never seen such a technique before!" Hutao's heart pounded with excitement as she fought, her body moving with a grace and power that only comes from years of rigorous training. She was in her element now, finally facing an opponent who could push her to her limits.
HuTao unleashes his spear technique Dragon's Whirl → Tail of the Dragon The spear spun, shattering the Five Lux swords floating in the air into steel fragments that fell like silver rain. Without pause, Hutao the final blows shot straight like a dragon's tail, piercing through the defense and forcing Lux to retreat to block Hutao's attack.
Hutao's face lit up with a fierce grin as her Dragon's Whirl technique shattered Lux's floating swords. The sound of breaking metal filled the air as the pieces rained down around them. Without missing a beat, she followed up with the Tail of the Dragon, her spear shooting out like a coiled serpent striking its prey. Lux barely managed to block the blow, the force of it sending him stumbling back. "Ha! See how you like that!" Hutao taunted, her eyes sparkling with excitement. She pressed her advantage, her spear a blur of motion as she unleashed a flurry of attacks, driving Lux back further with each strike. "Now that I've got you on the defensive, let's see how long you can last!" Hutao's face was flushed, her breath coming in quick pants. She was giving it her all, pouring every ounce of her skill and strength into this fight. This was what she lived for, the thrill of battle, the challenge of facing a worthy opponent. And Lux was more than living up to that challenge.
Lux’s eyes narrowed. “Fast…” he thought, spotting a fleeting gap in Hu Tao’s assault. Her blade blazed gold. "Titan’s Cleave!" One heavy, lightning-fast slash struck the spear’s shaft, sparks erupting as the weapon was torn from Hu Tao’s hands. Hu Tao only smiled wider. “Let’s try something different.” She shifted into martial arts, fists and kicks flowing with deadly grace, driving Lux back under a storm of razor-sharp strikes. A final blow staggered Lux. Hu Tao darted aside, reclaiming her spear in one swift motion. The tip caught the dying sunlight as she lowered her stance. “Come, Lux,” she said, spinning the spear. “We’re not done yet.”
Hutao grinned fiercely as Lux's blade struck her spear, sparks flying from the impact. She let go of her weapon, allowing it to be torn from her grasp. But she didn't falter, instead shifting seamlessly into a martial arts stance. "Oh, so you want to play rough, huh? I like it!" She darted forward, her fists and feet a blur of motion as she unleashed a storm of deadly strikes. Hutao's movements were fluid and graceful, each blow precisely aimed to maximize damage. She drove Lux back, her attacks relentless and unyielding. Hutao's final kick staggered Lux, and she capitalized on the opening, spinning and grabbing her spear in one smooth motion. She lowered her stance, the tip of her weapon catching the sunlight. "Come on, Lux! We're not done yet! You're not going to make me break a sweat that easily!" Hutao's face was flushed, her eyes burning with excitement.
Lux’s breath grew heavy, her chest rising and falling in exhaustion, while Hu Tao stood tall without a single drop of sweat on her brow—her calm smile a sharp contrast to the tension in the air.
Hutao watched Lux panting for breath, a cruel smile playing at the corners of her mouth. "Look at you, already out of breath. This is nothing, you know. I haven't even started getting serious yet." She twirled her spear, the motion casual and almost lazy. Her breathing was steady, not a single drop of sweat on her brow. Hutao was still in the early stages of her power, and she knew it. This was just a warm-up for her, a chance to test her skills against a worthy opponent. "So, what's the matter, Lux? Are you giving up already? I thought you had more fight in you than that." Hutao taunted, her eyes gleaming with a fierce light. She was enjoying this, toying with Lux like a cat with a mouse. But deep down, she was hoping for more. She wanted a true challenge, an opponent who could push her to her limits and make her sweat.
Lux wiped the sweat from his brow, fingers brushing back his hair to reveal his sharp, handsome features. Drawing in a deep breath, then exhaling slowly, his gaze locked onto Hu Tao—eyes burning with renewed spirit and unshakable ambition to defeat her.
Hutao's eyes widened slightly as Lux brushed back his hair, revealing his sharp features. She couldn't help but feel a flicker of interest, her heart skipping a beat. But she quickly pushed those thoughts aside, focusing instead on the fire in Lux's eyes. "Well, well, well. Looks like I underestimated you, disciple of the Sword God. You've got spirit, I'll give you that." She spun her spear, her grip tightening. Hutao could feel the excitement building inside her, a thrill running down her spine. This was what she lived for, the moment when an opponent finally showed their true potential. "Alright, Lux. Let's see what you've really got. Show me why you deserve to be called a disciple of the Sword God!" Hutao's voice was filled with challenge, her eyes gleaming with anticipation. She was ready for whatever Lux had to throw at her, eager to face the test of his strength and skill.
Lux’s lips curved into a faint smirk, the fire in his eyes burning brighter. “You’ll regret asking for that, Hu Tao.”
He lowered his stance, the tip of his sword hovering just above the ground, faint arcs of golden light dancing along its edge. The air around him seemed to thicken, each breath he took drawing in the world’s energy, condensing it into the blade.
“I am not just the disciple of the Sword God,” he said, his voice steady yet carrying a weight that echoed through the battlefield. “I am the one who will surpass him… starting with you.”
With a sudden burst of speed, Lux dashed forward, the ground cracking beneath his feet as his sword roared to life with a blinding golden flare. "Radiant Fang!"
Hutao's eyes widened in surprise as Lux's words echoed through the battlefield. She couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation build within her. This was the challenge she had been waiting for, an opponent who truly believed they could surpass even their master. As Lux charged forward, Hutao braced herself, her spear held at the ready. She could feel the power emanating from Lux's blade, the air around them seeming to crackle with energy. "Radiant Fang, huh? I'll make sure to give it a warm welcome!" she shouted, a fierce grin spreading across her face. Hutao met Lux's charge head-on, her spear clashing against his sword with a blinding flash of light. The force of the impact sent shockwaves rippling through the air, the ground beneath them shaking from the sheer power of their collision. "Damn, you've got some serious strength there, Lux!" Hutao praised, her eyes gleaming with excitement.
Lux’s smirk widened, his voice steady even as their weapons locked in a storm of sparks. “And you’re every bit as relentless as the stories say, Hu Tao… but I’m far from done.” He pushed forward, golden energy flaring from his sword, forcing Hu Tao back a step. The ground cracked beneath their feet, dust swirling violently around them. “You’ve seen my strength…” he said, eyes narrowing with deadly focus, “…now witness my resolve!” With a sharp twist, Lux disengaged, spinning his blade overhead before bringing it down in a blazing arc aimed to overwhelm Hu Tao’s defenses. "Solar Rend!"
Hutao's eyes widened in surprise as Lux forced her back, the golden energy from his blade burning against her skin. She gritted her teeth, determined not to give any ground. As Lux disengaged and brought his blade down in a blazing arc, Hutao acted on instinct. She spun her spear, the shaft catching the edge of Lux's blade and deflecting it just enough to avoid a direct hit. "Solar Rend? Is that all you've got?" Hutao taunted, her heart pounding with excitement. She could feel the heat from Lux's blade, the power behind his attack. But she refused to be intimidated. Instead, she used the momentum from Lux's attack to spin herself around, her spear lashing out like a viper's strike. "Let me show you what I can do!" Her spear struck true, the tip grazing Lux's cheek, drawing a thin line of blood. Hutao grinned fiercely, her eyes gleaming with a fierce light. "That's just a taste, Lux. You haven't seen anything yet!"
Lux froze for half a heartbeat, feeling the sting of Hu Tao’s spear as a thin trail of blood ran down his cheek. His eyes locked onto hers, not with anger, but with a sharpened, almost predatory focus.
A slow smile curved his lips. “Heh… so you can draw blood. Good.”
He straightened, twirling his sword once before lowering it into a stance brimming with killing intent. The golden light along the blade flared brighter, the air around them growing heavier with each breath he took.
“You’re right, Hu Tao,” he said, voice low and steady. “I haven’t even begun to show you my real strength… but now?” He stepped forward, each movement precise, controlled, like a predator closing in on its prey. “…now I stop holding back.”
With a sudden surge, Lux vanished in a blur of gold, his voice echoing in the wind as his blade cut forward in a strike meant to decide the fight. "Heaven’s Divider!"
Hutao's eyes widened in shock as Lux suddenly vanished, his voice echoing around her. She reacted on instinct, spinning her spear in a tight circle, the shaft glowing with a faint red light. She could feel the power behind Lux's strike, the sheer speed and force of it threatening to overwhelm her defenses. "Shit! You're fast!" She gritted her teeth, pushing herself to her limits. She couldn't afford to let Lux's attack land, not if she wanted to maintain her pride as one of the Seven Strong Fighters. With a fierce battle cry, Hutao unleashed a counterattack, her spear flashing out like a crimson comet. "Dragon's Fury!" She put every ounce of her strength and skill into the strike, determined to match Lux's power and speed. The air around them seemed to ignite, the clash of their weapons sending shockwaves rippling through the battlefield. "Come on, Lux! Show me what you've really got!"
Lux leapt high in the middle of the martial hall, time itself seeming to slow. Light engulfed her blade as she swung "— Heaven Divider." The floor trembled, pillars groaned, and the gale of her strike tore through the hall like a storm trapped within walls. The radiant slash shot straight toward Hutao, leaving a shimmering trail in the air before impact.
Hutao's eyes widened in shock as Lux's strike ripped through the air towards her, leaving a glowing trail in its wake. She acted on instinct, her spear flashing up to block the blow. The impact sent a shuddering wave of force through her arms, her muscles straining to hold the golden blade at bay. "Gods, you're strong!" She gritted her teeth, pushing back against Lux's strength. The air around them seemed to ignite, the clash of their weapons sending shockwaves rippling through the martial hall. The floor trembled beneath their feet, the pillars groaning from the sheer force of their collision. "I won't lose to you, Lux! Not now, not ever!" With a fierce battle cry, Hutao summoned her own power, the red light around her spear flaring brighter. She pushed forward, her muscles burning with effort, determined to match Lux's strength and skill. "Dragon's Roar!" She unleashed a wave of crimson energy, slamming into Lux's golden blade with a blinding flash.
The air inside the martial hall trembled. Lux’s Heaven Divider clashed against Hu Tao’s Dragon Roar, creating a shockwave that rattled the pillars. The golden arc of Lux’s strike split the air like judgment from the heavens, while Hu Tao’s crimson roar surged forward like a rampaging dragon. The collision erupted in a blinding flash, the floor beneath them cracking from the force. For a heartbeat, both techniques struggled, locked in perfect balance. Then—Lux pushed forward, his will burning brighter. The Heaven Divider sliced through the roaring dragon, scattering its flames into the air. Hu Tao skidded back, a smirk curling on her lips. "Not bad… but I’m not done yet." Lux lowered his blade, chest heaving, eyes locked on her. The battle was far from over.
Hutao skidded back, her breath coming in quick pants. She could feel the heat from Lux's Heaven Divider, the sheer power behind his attack. But she refused to be intimidated, a fierce grin spreading across her face. "Not bad, Lux. Not bad at all. But I'm not done yet. Not by a long shot." She spun her spear, the red light around it flaring brighter. Hutao could feel the power surging through her veins, the thrill of battle coursing through her body. This was what she lived for, the challenge of facing a worthy opponent and pushing herself to her limits. "So, let's see what you've got next, disciple of the Sword God. Show me why you're worthy of that title." Hutao's voice was filled with challenge, her eyes gleaming with anticipation. She was ready for whatever Lux had to throw at her, eager to face the test of his strength and skill.
Ganyu and Mona approached Hutao "Miss Hutao, this is too much, our martial hall is about to collapse."
Hutao glanced at Ganyu and Mona, her brow furrowing in irritation. "Oh, it's fine. We're just getting started here. A little bit of damage never hurt anyone." She waved them off dismissively, her attention returning to Lux. She could feel the power building inside her, the excitement of battle coursing through her veins. This was no time to stop, not when things were just starting to get interesting. "Don't worry about the hall, Ganyu. Focus on cheering me on instead. I've got a strong opponent here, and I won't let him get the better of me." Hutao grinned fiercely, her eyes gleaming with determination. She was ready to push herself to her limits, to face the challenge that Lux presented head-on. And she wouldn't stop until one of them emerged victorious.
Ganyu and Mona just shook their heads and sighed thinking it seemed like this place would be destroyed and would be rebuilt Hutao spun his spear again then took a stance ready to continue fighting Until one of them falls
Hutao's eyes narrowed as she watched Lux take a stance, his blade glowing with golden energy. She could see the determination in his eyes, the unyielding spirit that refused to back down. It only served to fuel her own desire to win, to prove that she was the strongest. "Alright, Lux. Let's finish this. Show me everything you've got, and I'll do the same." Hutao's voice was low and steady, filled with a quiet confidence. She gripped her spear tightly, the red light around it pulsing in time with her heartbeat. She was ready for whatever Lux had to throw at her, eager to face the ultimate test of their strength and skill. "Come on, disciple of the Sword God. Let's see if you're truly worthy of that title." She took a deep breath, her muscles tense and ready. The air around them seemed to crackle with energy, the anticipation building to a fever pitch. Hutao knew that this would be the fight of her life, a battle that would push her to her very limits.
The duel raged on far longer than anyone thought possible. Heaven Divider clashed against Dragon Roar again and again, each impact tearing apart the Martial Hall—pillars splintered, the floor shattered, and the once-grand arena became a ruin. Dust and smoke filled the air, masking the two warriors until a final roar split the silence. Hu Tao’s Dragon Roar, now infused with her last reserves of strength, broke through Lux’s guard. His Heaven Divider scattered into fading light, and his body was sent crashing into the debris. When the dust cleared, the Martial Hall was unrecognizable—only rubble remained. Hu Tao stood over Lux, her breathing heavy, while he lay unconscious at her feet. "You fought well," she whispered, before turning away, leaving the ruin behind.
Hutao stood over Lux's unconscious form, her breathing heavy and ragged. She could feel the adrenaline still coursing through her veins, the excitement of the battle refusing to fade. She looked down at Lux, a mix of respect and satisfaction in her eyes. "You fought well, Lux. You pushed me harder than anyone ever has. I won't forget this battle, or the strength you showed." She reached down, gently brushing a strand of hair from his face. There was a softness in her touch, a tenderness that belied the fierce warrior she was known to be. "But you're still not strong enough. Not yet. When you wake up, I want you to train harder, to become even stronger. Because next time..." Hutao's voice was low and steady, her eyes gleaming with a fierce determination. "...next time, I won't hold back. I'll give you everything I've got, and I expect the same in return." With that, Hutao turned and walked away, leaving Lux behind in the rubble of the Martial Hall.
