109 – Yeongsan (3)
“Raise your sword.”
“… ….”
I was silent at the man’s words.
And I think.
How did this happen?
It’s really unknown.
Still, I did as I said and pulled out the flugel. Even though I have slightly complicated feelings, anyway.
Sereung… ….
Along with a thin metallic sound, I feel a sensation that has become quite familiar to me.
An electric current began to flow through the platinum-colored blade.
And in front of quite a lot of people, right before the sparring begins.
I thought about it for the last time.
So in the end, why did this happen?
*****
There were no problems at first.
Once I arrived in Yeongsan.
However, in the end, what happened next was the problem. These are the people who have welcomed us since we arrived at the Sword Saint’s Fortress.
So, they are the disciples of the Sword Saint and the executioners of Aria.
For some reason, they seemed especially hostile towards me.
I really don’t know why, no, I didn’t know.
After some time, I began to understand the reason.
The cause was none other than Aria.
When I say this, it seems like Aria did something wrong, but of course that’s not the case.
If we had to be honest, we would have to say that her executioners made a fuss.
“Nice to meet you, I’ve heard a lot about you.”
At first, people approached me with a smile. The man who offered to shake my hand as the representative did not have a bad expression.
So I wasn’t particularly alert either. Because there was no reason for that.
“Ah, yes. Nice to see you.”
Wow… ….
What I noticed was strange was the moment I accepted the handshake request and held the man’s hand.
“…… ?”
Should I say that this is a situation in which I cannot help but wonder?
The grip that was holding my hand was strangely malicious.
I looked at her man’s face in confusion, but that’s when I realized that he hadn’t made a mistake in controlling her strength.
From an angle that Aria couldn’t see, the man growled at me with a very fierce expression.
-We cannot admit it.
And he said that with his mouth.
It was absurd to me, but…….
Anyway, it was not difficult to figure out the reason for the hostility that the man and other disciples of the Sword Saint showed toward me.
It was a little unfair, but it didn’t mean I couldn’t understand it.
I guess that means he values Aria that much. From my perspective, it wasn’t really something to be scolded about.
However.
“hahahaha, Dante’s younger brother. I thought I’d teach you some tricks with the sword. “Do you have some time now?”
What is a little more problematic is that it happened the day after, exactly one night after arriving in Yeongsan.
This is what a man who appears to be a major figure among those currently staying in Yeongsan said to me.
He said he would teach me how to use a sword.
I don’t use a sword.
No, of course I use a sword. This means that the main focus is not swordsmanship.
So I wanted to refuse. I tried to refuse.
“Oh, you want to join us right now? As expected, you are active. Do you like it!”
“Yes?”
“Let’s go to the training ground, I’ll show you around.”
“Yes??”
Unfortunately, it didn’t work.
I was taken away in the blink of an eye.
So, to the training ground.
In other words, for sparring.
I was really embarrassed, and it was so unfair that I even thought it was a bit excessive. No, no matter what, isn’t the youngest’s love too much?
Besides, I didn’t really approach Aria with impure intentions.
Judging by his attitude, he probably doesn’t know that!
This gritting and ignoring behavior felt really complicated.
Anyway, I arrived at the training hall with a man who introduced himself as Seocheon.
After hearing his name, I knew he was from the East, but-.
“Huh? Execution? And Dante!”
What was more difficult than that was that after arriving at the training ground and meeting Aria, the situation became more serious.
He was sincere. It was the first day, so while everyone was resting, he was swinging his sword alone.
…… It was an unwelcome meeting for me, who was caught and dragged away by Seocheon as soon as I woke up.
That’s right, Aria was happy to see me, and because of that reaction, the eyes of Seocheon and some of the disciples in the training hall became even more cruel.
‘Don’t greet me with such a bright expression, at least not now…’ ….’
I sighed inwardly.
“Okay, hello. Sister.”
Still, I have to accept the greeting.
“…… Well, don’t call me that.”
Although Aria hated it. That’s none of my business…….
On the contrary, such reactions only make me happy.
Tub!
“Now, Dante’s brother. “Then shall we start right away?”
“… ….”
Of course, even that did not look good in Seocheon’s eyes. My shoulder hurts.
I had no choice but to be dragged by his hands with tears in my eyes.
No matter what, I didn’t want to gossip about my brothers and sisters to Aria like this.
“Huh? Dante, are you sparring with a thousand brothers?”
“…… Well, that’s the case.”
“Eh, I also wanted to get back together with you quickly.”
Anyway, as soon as Aria saw me and Seocheon appear, she immediately followed her.
From the looks of it, I think he might be going to see Dalian.
I didn’t show it, but should I say I’m glad from my perspective?
Still, since her sister-in-law is watching, I won’t put too much pressure on her.
‘Hmm.’
Won’t you?
*****
When things got too big, I meant it literally.
It’s not just about Aria joining.
Not to mention the disciples who started to wander out from near the training ground, as if this was what was originally said…….
“hehehe, everyone is so lively this morning.”
“Ah, Master.”
The old man, who I don’t even know when he appeared, was stroking my chin and smiling happily, but he was also making things complicated.
For a moment, I expected him to stop this sparring, but…….
“It’s no different, I’m going to clash swords with this child directly. “I also teach along with my job.”
“Wow, that’s an amazing idea. “As expected, you are a true ambassador, Cheon-ah.”
…… In that conversation between Geomseong and Seocheon, any vain expectations were neatly put aside.
I really hated the carefree tone of the two Aryan idiots.
At this point, the people on Youngsan’s side, excluding Aria and the academy students, are starting to suspect that they have all reached an agreement.
In the end, I too had no choice but to give up.
‘…… How difficult is it to spar just once? ‘Let’s just get it over with quickly.’
I complained and dissatisfied as much as I could, but this opportunity was not all that bad.
First of all, isn’t he a full-fledged prosecutor who has completed his sentence?
It wouldn’t be possible to compare to Aria’s level, and if she reached the Grand Master level, there was a high probability that she would be next to the Sword Saint.
Since it is said to be a swordsmanship instruction, I believe it will at least provide an assortment.
I wanted to believe it.
*****
So, we have reached this situation.
I grabbed the flugel.
Her students were noisy, Aria mixed in with them, and some students who came to watch late.
The training ground was already noisy.
“Are both sides ready?”
The inductee of Dalian was Geomsung himself. He was still watching the situation with a very satisfied expression.
That old man with a bad personality, no matter how much I think about it, it looks like he was expecting me to suffer.
‘They won’t let you down that easily.’
I also had no intention of doing anything roughly once I was in sparring.
Wouldn’t it be a good feeling to win, especially since we’ve already started?
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Pajik, Pajijik…… !
[hehehe, I’m ready. Let’s go anytime, Dante!]
Ferocious thunderbolts began to color my surroundings, including the blade.
Flügel’s motivation seemed to be at its peak…….
No matter how much of a swordsman I am, I probably wouldn’t be defeated that easily if I were the person I am now.
I thought about that and took a stance.
It was at that moment that the voice of the Sword Saint rang out.
“If you are ready, start.”
That brief word was a signal.
Me and Seocheon moved at the same time.
Kaaang!!
And the sword and sword collide in an instant. My fingertips trembled with a strong shock.
I swung the thunderbolt while feeling slightly embarrassed.
Quarrr!
‘…… ‘Isn’t this guy being too sincere?’
At first, I thought it would be a bit gentle since the other person was a student.
Actually, that is a natural consideration.
Sweet love!
Chaeng!!
It seems like that wasn’t true.
Where did you sell your conscience?
Every single sword strike is sharp. At least, if I were an ordinary first-year academy student, I would have collapsed without being able to hold on to the three sums.
I was proud of myself for enduring it, but I thought it was such a ridiculous situation.
“Inhale!”
Wow!!
I didn’t let my guard down just because I was thinking about something else, but even that seemed like a loophole in the expert’s eyes.
Seocheon’s sword just slightly grazed my forehead.
I felt a slight chill down my spine.
It’s quite threatening…….
“Whoa.”
Letting out a short breath, I immediately rotated the lightning bolt of the blade.
A method of application of natural ability that has now truly become a technology.
Crrrm … !
The thunderbolt accompanied by a bloody sound soon rose beyond the length of the blade.
If I were to give this technology a name, wouldn’t it be ‘Spiral Lightning’?
Kwagwagwagwagwang-!!
In fact, the power of a single sword strike exceeded the level of a lightning strike.
It’s only for a moment, but it’s enough to stop Seocheon’s continuous sword road.
“…… !”
Seocheon’s eyes opened wide for a moment and then sank back down.
The facial expression seems to have become a little more serious.
Until just before, I still felt like I was dealing with him calmly and mixed in his feelings, but now I feel like I am responding more as a ‘prosecutor’.
Anyway, the current appearance was much more daunting.
‘Compared to dealing with the boyfriend her younger sister brought in, how could it not be any better?’
While laughing at the thought that suddenly occurred to me, I stabbed the sword again.
The tip of the sword stained with lightning sharply struck Seocheon’s sword.
“…… Hmm.”
Seocheon spoke for the first time.
Then, the aura blooms in earnest.
Paaat!
If Aria’s aura is black and the Sword Saint’s aura is muted, his color is the color of dawn.
It creates a very sophisticated color that matches the current time zone.
“You’re doing more than I thought, little brother.”
He cooed softly, and I responded with a laugh.
“…… “Didn’t you say you would teach me swordsmanship?”
“I did say that.”
Seocheon nodded at my words.
And then, unknowingly, he stabs the sword.
Chaeeng!!!
This time, a really loud metallic sound erupted.
My hands are not only shaking, but they are starting to tingle.
“But after looking at Dante’s brother’s sword, I wanted to try it more properly.”
I gritted my teeth, and Seocheon looked more relaxed compared to him.
Should the strong be called the strong?
A swordsman who has achieved sword execution is also called a sword master.
It may have been unreasonable to predict victory right now against such a person.
After clicking my tongue and saying ‘tsk’, I first threw down a series of thunderbolts to deflect Seocheon’s sword that followed me.
As I moved with the black sword, I tried to act calm and opened my mouth.
“Isn’t it okay to admit it at this point? “He deserves to be Aria’s friend.”
If you say it was a provocation, it was a provocation, and if you say it was mixed with sincerity, it would not be wrong.
Since I was planning to stay in Yeongsan for a while, I didn’t want to cause any unnecessary discord.
“If you are Aria’s ‘friend’, there will be no problem. “Brother Dante, it’s not like you don’t know what makes us angry, right?”
“… ….”
Of course, the seeds didn’t seem to work either.
It couldn’t be anything other than a sad thing.
At that moment, Aria’s voice rang loudly from outside the training hall.
“Dante, cheer up! You can do it! Go for it!!”
I remained awkwardly silent, and Seocheon continued her story with a face that soon turned into that of a demon.
“You will have to prove that you are worthy of Arya’s affection.”
‘…… No, I don’t need such heavy qualifications.’
She had a hard time holding back from responding to those words.
I feel like if I do that, I’ll really get stabbed.
Of course, I am grateful and happy for the kindness Aria shows me. Because I also view her favorably.
However, no matter how much she feels toward me, it is unlikely to be anything like her love.
For me, the reaction of Seocheon and other disciples was just embarrassing.
If Aria really likes me in a rational sense, she won’t say anything.
‘Oh, really, me?’
She laughed at the thought and raised her voice again.
White sparks fly out, and for an instant, her eyes are covered with lightning.
Quaaang!
…… Well, anyway, even if we leave aside all the minor issues.
It seemed like this sparring wasn’t unnecessary for me right now.
It goes without saying, but the experience of competing against a strong opponent is not something to be underestimated.
So, I also decided to accept this fight as a good opportunity.
Isn’t this the mountain you came to for training anyway?
Healing is something that can be enjoyed at the same time.
I swung my sword with all my might, vowing to do so.
*****
“Wow, wow…….”
Aria was impressed.
She was purely surprised.
Dante was now fighting against her death sentence almost as equals.
No matter how much Seocheon is controlling his strength.
It was definitely not something that could be done easily.
At least for Aria, she didn’t have the confidence to do that.
Who is Seocheon? Among those currently staying at Yeongsan, she is a person in the position of great brother and one of the few best disciples of the Sword Master.
Of course, it meant that he was an excellent swordsman who had achieved the swordsmanship a long time ago and was probably expected to reach a higher level in the near future.
…… I can’t believe I fought so hard against him like that.
Aria’s eyes sparkled with renewed longing.
“Grandpa, didn’t I tell you? Dante, you’re so amazing! Look at that!”
She said this as she grabbed the hem of the swordsman’s clothes who happened to be next to her and shook them.
Even though it was not her work, she seemed to be full of pride.
“hehehe… ….”
Geomseong looked happy to see his granddaughter like that, but gritted his teeth at her complicated feelings inside.
…… It’s because I fell for a guy like that.
I tried hard not to let the words I muttered inside leak out.
Geomsung had no choice but to nod her head with a sigh.
“…… Yeah, that’s great. That’s not the kind of strength you can get at that age. “At least, it’s safe to say that he’s the best among those I’ve seen.”
“As expected!”
And Aria jumped up and down with joy as if it was her job.
However.
“But, that’s all.”
The Sword Saint’s words are not over yet.
Aria paused for a moment.
“Grandpa?”
Even though her voice was mixed with questions, Geomseong did not turn his head.
The gaze is just looking at Dante.
“Hmm.”
Geomseong let out a short voice and rubbed his chin.
What the two eyes capture is the panoramic view of Dalian.
I acknowledge the power of the lightning on that boy’s sword.
It was definitely not a common ability.
It would not be wrong to say that it is amazing.
There is no doubt that it is a remarkable state.
But, so to speak, that was really it.
“It has been decided. “How should I teach that guy?”
“Ugh…… ?”
While stroking the hair of her granddaughter, who kept tilting her head next to her, Geomseong thought of such thoughts in her mind.
Yeonhwageomgyeol (蓮火劍訣).
It seemed like the time had come to once again pass on his German swordsmanship, which he originally taught only to his students, to others.