Coward

"Stop dreaming. You can't even reach Grandmaster rank, let alone obtain the freedom you seek. Even I do not possess such freedom, despite being the strongest being in this world."

His expression remained unchanged as he looked at Asher, his golden eyes carrying neither mockery nor pity. He was simply stating what he believed to be an undeniable fact.

Asher's vessel looked at the dragon and replied in a calm tone.

"Just because you couldn't achieve it doesn't mean I can't. I am not you, nor am I like anyone else. As for reaching Grandmaster rank, I'll find my own way. It may be completely different from everyone else's, but that doesn't mean it's impossible."

The dragon silently stared at Asher for a moment before speaking again.

"Stop dreaming. You cannot reach Grandmaster rank."

His deep voice echoed throughout the cavern.