78. Looking (3)
“[The veil will be quiet now, Illroy. I won’t do anything rebellious. It is your sword, made only for you, so use it well.]”
As I pulled out the veil, the Holy Sword said so in a triumphant voice. Did he use a radical method to subdue it? The veil was quiet even when I pulled it out.
“… I’ll start talking like you later, isn’t it?”
“[I don’t know if the sword has more history. It has a lot of potential, but I don’t think it’s at that stage yet. Why, do you hate talking swords?]”
“… No, not like that.”
The Holy Sword said that as if it were interesting. I swung the veil lightly a few times for practice. sound cutting through the air. The feel or weight that sticks to the hand. It was slightly lighter than the holy sword. Whether the blade is pointing in the direction I want. What is the sharpness of the blade? I slowly started to get used to the swell. Lightness when poking forward. Resistance when swinging. I exhaled and put the veil in the scabbard.
“It’s fine.”
“[It’s a good sword. You may not be as good as me.]”
I smiled and sat on the floor of the training room. Marianne was a little late coming down, but was there something wrong? The stairs leading down to the training ground were still silent.
“[You’re late. You are not like that child.]”
At the Holy Sword’s words, I shrugged.
“Something must have happened in the house. I’ll be ready,”
Are you still in the office? I have collected every single one of the ‘not to be read’ and kept it in a secret place. I’m not worried, but I wonder if he’s thinking about something alone. Just as I was about to perform the basic inspection by myself again, I heard footsteps on the stairs.
“Forgive me for being late.”
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Marianne appeared. It wasn’t the usual nun’s outfit, but she was wearing comfortable pants and a loose top. Her long hair, which she usually wore loose, was tied up in a tight knot and was dancing like a horse tail. This is why he had the look of an adventurer, but the strange cuteness that came out of his face offset that feeling.
“Have you been preparing for sparring?”
“yes. Are you late to change?”
At my words, Marianne shook her head. Judging by the very slight shaking of her eyes, it seemed that there was something, but it would be hard to ask what it was. Marianne swung the holy spear and pointed the spear at me.
“I can start right away.”
“Time to warm up?”
“Fine.”
A look of haste. I frowned slightly and looked at Marianne. Marianne swung her spear with sharp eyes as she walked toward the center of the arena. I pulled up my veil and faced Marianne. Let go of other thoughts and focus on dealing with her first.
“Let’s check how much our skills have improved compared to before going to Evernode.”
“It’s easy, it’s easy.”
I pulled out the veil. Marianne’s gaze lingered on the blade of the veil before returning to mine. Marianne hesitantly held out the spear to me before opening her mouth with difficulty.
“… Warrior, maybe.”
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Marianne hesitated, pursed her lips, then sighed and put strength into her hand holding the spearhead. As I tilted my head curiously, Marianne shook her head.
“I’ll ask after the sparring.”
And, Marianne came right in. Dalian to the end. But the tip of Marianne’s spear seemed to be aiming for my throat. I pushed the black side of my veil forward and turned my foot to the side. The tip of the spear grazed the sword.
“Isn’t it a bit of a surprise?”
“The preparations are well done, warrior.”
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Marianne responded calmly and changed her grip on the spear. The distance between Marianne and I with the window open was about two steps. No matter how much the sword was stretched out, it was impossible to inflict a threatening attack. I measured the distance with my eyes and blocked Marianne’s incoming attack.
bang-! bang-!
It’s fair to say that Marianne’s skill with spears is monstrous. A spear much taller than her own was swung at her will and flew from all sides like a snake’s head. Just standing still and accepting it made a cold sweat run down my forehead.
“If you just block it, it will collapse someday.”
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Marianne advised. I received Marianne’s attack again with a smile. Of course, I had no intention of continuing to deal with spears at mid-range. The test is how well the veil can hold up. Of course, the sword Robin made faithfully lived up to my expectations. Because even though it collided with the Holy Spear, it stood firm without being pushed back.
“Are you holding up well?”
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Marianne nodded as if she couldn’t deny that. I swung my sword more aggressively. It didn’t take long to get used to Noul. Above all, the one I’ve used the veil so far is my left hand. Being able to deal with Marianne this far with only one left hand is a great harvest.
“I recently realized something.”
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Marianne tilted her head. I gave strength and pushed the window sill with a grin.
“To fight well is, after all, to make the most of one’s abilities.”
“… That’s right.”
I suddenly withdrew the strength I was giving to the veil. The recoil threw Marianne’s balance forward, giving up the spearhead of the Sacred Spear. I grabbed the spear pole with my free right hand and pulled Marianne closer. Marianne, perhaps caught off guard for a moment, could not resist and allowed me to distance myself.
“Caught.”
stagger. Marianne put her feet together and entered the gap of the veil. I pretended to swing the veil, then dropped the tip of my sword to the floor. Marianne struggles with me holding on to the window. I looked down at Marianne with a faint smile, and Marianne stopped struggling and looked up at me. Then, in a hurry, Marianne let go of her left hand holding the holy spear and pushed me away slightly. Well, there was no way I was pushed back with that feeble power.
“I lost, I lost.”
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Marianne slightly turned her head and bowed. It was then that I let go of the creation of the Holy Chang. Marianne backed away like a cat and looked at me.
“You have been very calm. You’ve gotten better at using what you have.”
“You seem to be preoccupied with something else.”
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Her sharp spear skills were unchanged, but Marianne didn’t seem to be able to focus on the sparring itself.
“Is it because you have something to ask?”
“… that.”
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Marianne hesitated and leaned against the spearhead.
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A piece of paper folded in thirds and fluttering on the floor. It was a stiff, high-quality paper that was mainly used by nobles. It was probably a piece of paper sent from the royal family. I don’t know if I’m free to read the official correspondence, but Marianne opened it, yielding to her curiosity for the first time.
to the warrior
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Harvest is coming. As the end of the year approaches, there are more big events and more times when you have to show your face at official events, so it’s a busy time for everyone. I think it’s very positive that the hero refuses private social gatherings, but as one of the sponsors of the hero’s party, it doesn’t mean that I don’t want to meet the hero once.
Coincidentally, during the Harvest Festival, there is also a meeting held in the palace itself. We would be very grateful if you would consider participating. Her Majesty the Queen will be very pleased. Besides, my daughter is also very envious of the hero…
At that point, Marianne’s eyes widened. Marianne bowed her head and began to read the next sentence in the letter.
Coincidentally, my daughter also had a coming-of-age ceremony this year, so I think it will be a good meeting. Then, with this donation, I will end my greetings here… .
The content was enough up to this point. Marianne took her eyes off the letter and stared blankly into space. Then, after looking over the front and back of the letter, he set it on the desk. It was probably a letter from a sponsor, so he must have written a reply. Marianne looked at the desk with a lingering gaze.
What was Illroy thinking?
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Marianne was lost in other thoughts while holding the holy spear.
.
.
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Marianne kept her head down and did not speak.
“number… .”
number? I tilted my head and thought of a letter that vaguely came to mind in the corner of my memory. Yes, the contents of the letters that supporters keep sending these days… .
“A harvest festival?”
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Marianne nodded very slightly. I scratched my head and put the veil back into the scabbard. Probably nothing special. It’s not like you’re going to lose anything in particular.
“Well… . I am wondering whether to participate. Maybe if I go, I won’t go alone, but I’ll go with the whole party. You will go too.”
yes. It is rude to not show your face even once when you are sponsored with such an incredible amount of money. Still, once you show up at an official event, you’ll have to keep showing your face in the future. Isn’t it a way to risk rudeness and just not go out?
“… .”
I looked down at Marianne. What was it that bothered you so much? I was on the verge of becoming Marianne. Marianne nodded as if she had made up her mind.
“It would be nice if I could participate too.”
“yes. then i’m happy Do you know the date?”
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Marianne nodded. It seems that it has been decided whether or not to participate in the harvest festival. I shrugged and decided to leave the gym first. Sweat was running down his back. It was a pleasant sweat. Marianne volunteered to stay, saying that she would tidy up and go up. I looked at her blankly and then stepped down the stairs. Marianne’s gaze continued to follow behind her back.
“[How was the veil?]”
The Holy Sword asked.
“It wasn’t bad. I think it was made of a slightly lighter material on purpose in consideration of holding and using it in the left hand. I think I got used to it quickly because my writing sense is similar to yours.”
I clasped and opened my left hand. From now on, I should practice using a sword only with my left hand.
“[Don’t try to wrap yourself up too much.]”
“yes?”
“[…] It is nothing.]”
The holy sword left a meaningful word and remained silent. I stopped in my seat, looked down at my waist, and then stepped back toward my room.
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“Are you going to the harvest festival?”
Daphne opened her eyes wide in surprise. Georg’s expression was no different. Illroy held up the paper and said, “What are you doing?” with his arms crossed. A different piece of paper, not the one Marianne had seen, was stuck between Illroy’s fingers.
“To say hello to the sponsors. I definitely need to say something to the nobles who send annoying letters without paying.”
Illroy had a grin that looked bad for a warrior. Seeing that smile, Georg’s shoulders trembled. It was a smile I had only seen once during the hearing. It seemed that there was something else planned for this harvest festival.
“… Don’t just grow things, Illroy.”
“at all. Didn’t you think so?”
Georg sighed.
“By the way, I’m attending a social gathering. Do you have any outfits that everyone can wear to public events?”
“Of course I am.”
Georg nodded, and shook his head, saying Daphne was gone.
“I am okay.”
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Marianne spoke quickly before drawing attention to herself. But Daphne didn’t seem to be listening to Marianne’s words.
“Let’s go look at the clothes.”
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Marianne’s shoulders trembled as she felt Daphne’s grip on her hand. Her purple eyes didn’t seem to accept rejection.
Same with holy sword being jealous of the new sword lol
Seems like Marianne is worried about Illroy mingling with someone else HAHAHA 🤣
I doubt Robin put something in the sword but hmm, a spirit maybe?