109. Timwoon Mangem (1)
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I held my breath and closed my eyes. It is to show my will that I don’t care at all whether or not anyone is standing in front of me.
He put his hand in one of his pockets, closed his eyes and breathed slowly.
I hear people’s murmurs. Pretty close. The guys on either side of me were Fonte and Lloyd. Both of them are going to be popular, so the cadets must have lined up.
“Well. All of the class D cadets have finished.”
Hearing Gilliot’s voice, I slowly opened my eyes.
I just postponed it to show that all of this is annoying and just an event that made me sleepy. It was probably method acting.
“… … ?”
My efforts so far have gone in vain.
‘How did this happen?’
I couldn’t believe it, so I closed my eyes again and opened them.
“Bar, nice to meet you.”
“I’m counting on you!”
“Choose me. yes?”
There were as many as 10 people asking me to be their leader!
Hard to believe no matter how much I think about it, I asked the people in line in front of me.
“You guys, are you lined up properly?”
My question must have seemed pretty stupid. A woman named Moina, who was standing in the front row, covered her mouth with a smile.
“Are we going to have no eyes? Are you sure you lined up correctly?”
This time, a man named ‘Pep’ helped out from behind.
Are these guys crazy?
Did you not hear my rumors, or did you come to visit me even though you heard?
If it was the latter, I was so touched that I was so grateful that I wanted to hug him once in a while.
What I expected was really one or two at most. I expected that the guys who wouldn’t be chosen anywhere in Classes C and D would cry and line up to eat mustard, but now… … .
I lowered my head slightly to check the students lined up behind me. It was really a lot more than I expected.
Of course, most of them were cadets in the lower ranks of Class B and C. These are the guys I know only by name. To the extent that if we were to be on the same team, we would have to pray for one serving.
‘It’s not too bad though.’
It was a harvest that exceeded my expectations, so I had nothing more to ask for. At first, I was really worried that no one would come, but at this point, the options have increased considerably.
“Now then, I hope each team leader quickly selects a member, writes a list, and submits it.”
Not everyone can be on the same team, so we were forced to make a choice. I’m sorry, but it can’t be helped.
After checking the 10 candidates in the status window, I selected the ones that were at least useful and submitted a list.
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“Well. This is Aren’s team. I hope the 3rd class will do their best.”
After the midterm exam members were decided, each team took a seat in the gym and started the meeting.
Gilliot and the instructors roamed among them, taking advice and questions.
“thank you.”
“If you have any questions, feel free to ask.”
“Yes!”
After Gilliott left, I focused on the third class again.
“… … Then, let’s introduce each other.”
When I think about it, just like the last mission, the people I hung out with at the academy were people I knew to some extent, such as Sianna, Cain, and Viktor.
So, getting along with them wasn’t that difficult. Rather, compared to my personality and reputation, the difficulty level was very easy.
The situation was different now.
There really wasn’t a single person I knew.
Besides, I was in charge of the team leader, so it was my responsibility to lead them.
What’s so good, these guys were laughing at me. A girl named Moina even put her hands on her chin and smiled.
Do these guys even know how uncomfortable and awkward I am?
Since it is a team competition, the atmosphere is the most important. I tried to make them as comfortable as possible.
“Leader, I’ll be the first to introduce you.”
“great!”
“I was waiting for you.”
“… … .”
A woman named Moina answered very brightly, and a guy named Pep was also cheerful. The man named Ailmed had a hard expression on his face. Like someone who doesn’t like being on the same team as me.
He didn’t seem to think that if he stood in line with me and looked down on me like that, I would be in trouble.
‘Well, let’s not care.’
There must be something I can’t say
“My name is Aren Blackfire. The main weapon is a sword. nice to meet.”
I made use of my experience of doing group assignments in college and greeted them as plainly as possible. It’s awkward, but I did my best in my own way.
“Wow!”
When Moina clapped for the first time, Pep and Aylmed followed suit. I’m going crazy because it’s so awkward.
The reaction was a bit excessive, so it was uncomfortable. In particular, why is that girl named Moina making such a fuss… … .
“All right, I’ll do it next!”
Just then, Moina raised her hand.
“okay.”
“I am Moina Estelle. The main weapon is a shield! My role is to protect you with a shield, but I am good at hitting with a shield, so trust me and leave it to me!”
I once saw Moina block Fonte’s spearmanship with her shield in class. It was really sad at the time, but I never thought that they would be on the same team as me.
“Oh, and! I’ll also tell you why I lined up on Aren’s team!”
“yes? You don’t have to… … .”
“I was just curious! The rumors about Aren were so bad, I wanted to see if they were true or not. Hehe. That’s the first impression, isn’t it bad?”
It was an outrageous word. So, I didn’t come here to see my skills… … . You mean you wanted to see how bad I was? I had to apply directly to confirm it again.
“… … The action is great.”
“Is not it? I’ll work hard on anything. Please take good care of me!”
He’s obviously missing a screw. It’s a borderline, so avoid it if you can.
“then. Hmmm. I go?”
Next was Pep. As much as this guy, I hope he’s normal.
“My name is Pep Guardio. The main weapon is a spear. I’m counting on you!”
“It is a window. It’s fine.”
I can use the sword myself, so having a spearman increases the variety in planning a strategy, so it wasn’t bad.
“Hey. Would you like to hear the perfect theory I came up with? If this happens, we will win unconditionally.”
“yes?”
What is this all of a sudden… … ?
“We all carry spears. Ah, Moina, you carry a shield and a spear together. So if you raise spears in a triangular formation, the balance of offense and defense is perfect, a fight you can never lose… … .”
I sighed inwardly. Pep, who seemed normal at least, was an oddball full of his own theories.
It sounded plausible, but the possibility of realization seemed very low. If you’re going to suggest using a spear in the first place, isn’t Ponte better?
“yes? Ponte is so scared… … .”
So I asked, and the answer I got was spectacle.
“Look at those orcish muscles. If I say this, they might kick me.”
“Yes! right. Ponte is so ruthless!”
Moina also helped out with a word. He said he was also a victim of Ponte and was furious.
Well, Ponte really ruthlessly wields a spear in class. The day I deal with him is the day I get really tired.
Not to mention the other cadets. It will be difficult to endure a few matches. Of course, I didn’t understand that the alternative to Ponte was me.
“Ah, I applied because I thought no one would come. It’s stable.”
“I see.”
“yes. I didn’t know you would really pick me up. Thank you!”
I didn’t even expect anymore.
Finally, it was Ailmed’s turn, who was still listening to us with a gloomy face.
He let out a deep sigh, then opened his mouth.
“… … My name is Aylmed Raymond.”
“The main weapon… … bow. I’m counting on you.”
“Why are you so low?”
Moina interjected and asked. I also wondered why.
Ailmed glanced at me.
“really… … Are you honest?”
“yes.”
“Aren’t you going to get angry?”
“… … yes.”
I was a little nervous about how absurd the reason would come out,
“I lost the bet. That’s why I came.”
Only real swearing came out.
Teamfighting is really a game of luck. Midterm exams are right around the corner, and my head is dizzy.
“… … I see.”
As a result, among the guys I picked with my own hands, there were no cadets who truly wanted to be with me.
Were they among the ones I dropped? Even if I regretted it later, nothing changed.
‘If I do, then what?’
I rubbed my tired shoulders and started the strategy meeting.
“The introduction is done, let’s get straight to the point.”
I have to squeeze in something with what I have. Because that’s a ‘leader’.
* * *
The operation meeting was over.
sword, shield, spear, bow. The four main weapons did not overlap, so there was a lot of freedom in planning the strategy, so it was better than I thought.
It was regrettable that the B-class cadet, the main team member, was Moina with a shield, but there was no choice.
Only 3 days left. There was not enough time to try to match the members who were difficult to control.
Even 50% of the level I thought it seemed difficult to come out, so in the end, the most important thing was me.
Aces always have to carry.
‘My body has improved a lot.’
Today, thanks to Siana who stopped by during lunch and held my hand, my body was energized. At this point, it was safe to say that almost all of the magic had disappeared.
The speed at which Regalug’s demonic energy was purged was extraordinary, perhaps because it was none other than Shiana’s magic.
All that remains is to repair the equipment. A warrior is a profession that must always be prepared for battle. A sword with a dead blade cannot cut monsters. The loose armor is difficult to block the monster’s claws.
‘Even so, the Eight Tree Shield is all broken.’
The choice to give up the Eight Tree Shield in exchange for killing Regalug was cheap in its own way, but it was still a wasteful artifact.
I used the highest quality shield in an unexpected situation… … . It wasn’t just that I was annoyed.
can i fix it?
It was exposed to the power of destruction and was damaged beyond recognition. In fact, life is over.
‘But what about Hilda?’
Maybe she can fix it somehow. I’ll take a lot of swearing.
I opened the studio door with a bitter heart.
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As always, with the heat of the furnace, the enthusiastic sound of hammering greeted me first.
I called Hilda through the crack of the hammer.
“uh? Aren junior?”
Hilda was happy to see me and raised her arms, then quickly lowered them with an ah!
“… … Welcome.”
“?”
It was a welcoming atmosphere, but what the hell is it that suddenly becomes cold.
It means that Hilda has subtly changed.
Anyway, Hilda stopped working for a while and came to my door, wiping her sweat.
“Did you have a good vacation?”
“yes. How about Hilda-senpai?”
“What is that?”
There was a lot of work in the studio. The number was much higher than before the vacation. Hilda responded by showing her work.
“sit down please.”
As usual, Hilda served me a drink and sat me down at the table. I came here often, so now I feel nostalgic.
“Are you using the Eight Tree Shield well? I improved the performance a little, but I don’t know if I can feel it.”
“Um, that… … .”
Feeling like a sinner, I put the tattered octagonal device on the table.
“What is this?”
Hilda held up the Eight Tree Shield with a troubled face. Soon, my hands trembled.
“… … Oh, junior Aren? What happened?”
Write. I feel really guilty.
If you see your masterpiece ruined like this, how would you feel as a creator? Do you feel like your child has been hurt?
I dare not fathom it.
“sorry. Senior Hilda. There were circumstances.”
I bowed my head and apologized. It is true that it was treated harshly.
Hilda’s eyes sank quietly. It looked like he was swearing at me with his eyes, but he tried to avoid his gaze.
Instead, he took a sip of his drink and waited for Hilda’s reaction.
“… … What. Because it’s combat. yeah, so I understand. I won’t ask for details. Can you tell me who you fought with? No, should I say what did you fight with?”
“It is a monster. It was rather strong.”
If you answer ‘Evil’, the aftermath will be great. told a white lie.
“ha ha ha. Also.”
Hilda said with a smile. eyes were moist. It is the appearance of a sinful heart.
“I can’t help it. Yes. Well, it’s common.”
Wipe away your tears and talk. i’m sorry i’m dying
“Rather, it went well. Even if you don’t, I’m making a new weapon based on Aren’s junior’s research on that mysterious sword, and I’ll try applying it to the Eight Tree Shield.”
“Can you fix it?”
This is amazing news.
“yes. Absolutely. And following Aren’s sword and linked leather armor, I’ll connect the shield as well. If that’s the case, won’t there be any contamination with demonic energy?”
“Thank you very much.”
It was a really fortunate moment to have a genius blacksmith named Hilda.
“Still, it’s impossible until the midterm exam. You know?”
“Yes, I can’t help it.”
If I had a shield, I didn’t know if I could use it, but I couldn’t help it. There’s no way something like that could come out overnight.
“I’ll give you that instead.”
“yes?”
“I couldn’t have played during vacation, right? Junior Aren is my main customer, so I’ll give you something good.”
Hilda went to the workshop for a while and brought something.
“uh? This?”
“That mysterious sword, isn’t it difficult to handle? I made it as a supplement.”
What Hilda brought to me was a small ring with a magic crystal embedded in the center.
“Try it on. I made it to support the weight, but I don’t know if it will work. It’s a sword that’s so hard to understand.”
As Hilda said, I installed the ring.
Then, a message popped up.
[Holy Sword Purifier set effect unlocked.]
＜Holy Sword Purifier Set＞
―Holy Sword Purifier
―Purifier Leather Armor
―Purifier ring
3 sets of effects
―3-star or lower magic resistance 100%
―Strength +2 Agility +2 Stamina +2
4 set effects
-lock
5 set effects
-lock
‘The game set effect pops up?’
Following the special growth that only Ackerman can do, the item set effect has gone up.
I was so surprised that I swallowed in vain.