A young man trains relentlessly wearing heavy adamantite bindings, pushing his limits to increase his strength. A companion explains that kissing can awaken soul energy and create resonance, allowing him to borrow her dragon power. Despite the pain and energy drain from the intense training, he manages to remove one piece of the bindings, showing progress. However, he still struggles to surpass more talented rivals. His companion urges him to boost cultivation until he can fully wield her primordial dragon power, foreshadowing a significant turning point as they prepare for the next challenge.