As Alexander encountered his junior martial sister, she presented him with a gift, a token of gratitude for his guidance and support. However, her words cut deep like a dagger to his heart.
"I have achieved the status of a journeyman," she declared proudly. "You, on the other hand, are merely at the Qi refining stage, capable only of crafting artifacts for Qi refining disciples. And your elemental affinity is a mere 0.487666 conversion rate of the Five Elements Spiritual Roots. We are simply not compatible, the gap between us is too vast."
Alexander felt a pang of hurt and disappointment, but he knew that he could not afford to dwell on it. With a heavy heart, he replied, "I understand. It seems our paths diverge here. Your potential may be limited, but mine knows no bounds. Farewell."
As he walked away, Alexander couldn't shake the feeling of rejection that gnawed at his soul. But deep down, he knew that his true worth could not be measured by the standards of others. He was destined for greatness, and nothing would stand in his way.
With renewed determination, Alexander pressed on, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. For he knew that true strength came not from the approval of others, but from the unwavering belief in oneself. And as he journeyed forth, he whispered to himself:
"Though the road may be long and fraught with trials,
I shall forge ahead, undeterred by adversity.
For I am the master of my own destiny,
And my spirit shall never be broken."
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