38 episodes non-radio (3)
Serine VS Berrys Rize
Rufus VS Gort
Schmitz VS Chloe
Heinrich VS Ernas
It was the same as in the novel.
The position occupied by the main character, Akandel, has only been replaced by Ernas.
‘It’s the same as a novel… What kind of fate?’
Is it coincidence or inevitability?
After immersed in thought for a while, I heard the sound of a nervous battle between the opponents who had been chosen for each other.
“I didn’t know I was going to play my first match with you. We fight fairly and fairly, Berrys Rize.”
“Hey, it’s relaxing.”
When Serine spoke, Berrys Rize responded with a cold attitude.
“Are you thinking of paying off the debt from the last camp battle?”
“The debt has already been paid by Ernas, so it doesn’t matter.”
“Why is Ernas paying your debts when you are not even married? Don’t be ridiculous!”
“yes… … ?”
Serine blinked, not understanding what Berrys Rize said.
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Meanwhile, Rufus and Gort were staring at each other.“It’s been a long time since I’ve played against you. When I was young, I won.”
“Hey, don’t think it will be the same as back then, Rufus.”
“The result will be the same. I will trample you.”
“If you can, do it!”
Unlike the guys who growled at each other, Schmidt and Chloe were in a relatively mild mood.
However, this was largely due to Schmitz’s depression.
“Schmitz, you can’t be so unmotivated.”
“Leave it alone… … .”
“I liked that I met a relatively easy opponent, but I feel bad for this.”
From Chloe’s point of view, it would be more comfortable to fight Schmids, who she knew better than the heirs of the master swordsman.
The problem, however, was that Schmitz was too intimidated by Heinrich’s overwhelming ability.
‘And, Heinrich… … .’
Heinrich did not change his expression.
But it wasn’t that there was no response.
I was decided as my first opponent… ‘Cause I’ve been staring
* * *
Unlike the preliminaries, the finals are held in a competition hall with spectator seats.
Serine, who had appeared in the first match, walked into the arena.
“… … !”
As soon as she exited the passage under the guidance of the instructor, Serine swallowed her breath.
Because more people than expected were sitting in the audience.
“Why so many… … .”
“Of course.”
Berrys Rize, who followed, said in a cold voice.
“The second test will be held soon. From the point of view of the professors, I want to determine who is worth using.”
“ah… … .”
“It’s a great opportunity to pick only the top eight out of hundreds of freshmen and watch them from a close distance.”
To this day, professors often come to watch the game.
But today, there were professors who were not usually seen here.
Representing the academy… They are outstanding professors.
“There are many people who have reached the climax as a graduate. If you make a snow stamp here, you can get promoted later and receive the teachings of those professors.”
“… … !”
Graduate supreme.
A state that transcends the lower, intermediate, and upper classes.
It is the dream of every swordsman to become their disciple and be taught.
“If you are promoted later, you will receive training in each class, right?”
“Yes, it is.”
“If you get snow stamps early, you can receive direct training from the class advisors. It’s much better than being educated by regular professors or assistant professors.”
“ah… … !”
The Lichtenauer Swordsmanship Academy has a system called ‘Class’.
It is similar to the ‘department’ of a general academy, but there is a thorough vertical structure for apprenticeship education.
The class is led by the ‘advising professor’ at the peak of the grade, and under it there are regular professors, assistant professors, and assistant professors.
Students who have passed the second examination and are promoted are educated in this class, usually taught by a lieutenant or assistant professor.
Therefore, it is a great privilege to receive direct instruction from a supervisor.
“So this non-radio is really important. It is not simply whether or not to get a few more elixirs, but in the life of the academy in the future… … .”
“By the way, Berrys Rize.”
“What?”
“The people over there… … .”
Serine turned her gaze from the audience to a corner.
There were people sitting there with a different atmosphere from the Academy professors.
“As far as I know, they are from the Imperial Palace… … .”
“Be quiet, Serene.”
Berrys Rize frowned and interrupted Serine’s words.
“It must have been true, too.”
“yes?”
“They said this jockey is different from the previous ones.”
“… … ?”
It’s the first I’ve heard of it.
Is there something that only the 6 major swordsmiths know?
“In the meantime, several families have competed in the academy. Good grades in the academy can help you rise to a higher position in this empire.”
“Yes, I know that.”
It is the policy of the Iron-Blood Sword System that founded this empire a thousand years ago.
Only swordsmen with outstanding skills are qualified to become leaders of imperial society.
In the meantime, the ranks among the six major swordsmen have also changed according to their performance at the academy.
“But for the person who is at the top of the academy this time… There is talk of a really great perk.”
“A huge perk? What is it?”
“I didn’t even listen closely. But I think that’s why Professor Calleon Ignias was so angry that he went to protest the Lancasters. It seems that all the heads of the 6th great swordsmanship masters are all on their nerves because of this.”
What are you talking about?
I couldn’t get the hang of it at all.
“done. It must have nothing to do with your Bastian family anyway.”
As she exhaled like that, Berrys Rize gave a look of disdain.
“Yeah, I honestly don’t know.”
Serine spoke her honest feelings.
“I think it’s related to the royal family or the 6th great swordsman, but I have no idea what it is.”
“right. So you… … .”
“But, one thing is clear.”
“What?”
“Even if I don’t know anything right now… … .”
Staring at Berrys Rize, who was looking at her, Serine spoke in a clear voice.
“If you keep going up and getting good grades, you will find out the truth.”
“… … !”
“So, I will do my best in this match as well.”
I don’t know what’s going on.
But continuing to win and moving upwards won’t work against you.
“Because I’m one of those people who wants to reach the top of the academy.”
“Serine… … .”
Berrys Rize raised her eyes.
“Not even the 6th master swordsman, but the daughter of the marquis family… Dare to go beyond the peak of the academy?”
“Please check whether I deserve it or not.”
“Without fear of the subject that was abandoned even by Ernas… … .”
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Mumbling a sound that was difficult for Serine to understand, Berrys Rize clenched her fists.“Okay, then I’ll beat you here… I won’t let you climb again!”
Immediately after the sharp voice of Berrys Rize, the bell rang to signal the start of the match.
* * *
Among the spectators watching the first match from the audience, there were many people gathered in groups.
Forming the largest group among them were the people of the Valentiano class, the largest faction in the academy.
“How do you see the first match, Professor Valentiano?”
“We thought that Berithrize Schreier would have an advantage.”
“Hmm… … .”
Surrounded by his entourage, Professor Noh stroked his beard.
He was the ‘Knight’s Sword’ Valentiano, the climax of the grade leading the Valentiano class.
“You are too attached to your family name.”
“yes?”
“The Shreière three swordsmanship of the Shreière family is definitely an excellent swordsmanship. Berrysrize Schreier is using it very well.”
Now in the arena, Berrys Rize was in the midst of an onslaught of Serine.
Especially the quick stabs stood out, which was intimidating even to the professors.
“But take a look. Serine Bastian seems to be on the defensive, but… I’ve never been distracted.”
“oh… … !”
“Come to think of it!”
The aides who realized later swallowed their breath.
“I don’t think there is a big difference in the level of swordsmanship or physical abilities. This is probably… It must be a difference in magic.”
“The difference in power… … .”
“It seems that Serine Bastian has more magical power. Who knows?”
As I looked around, one of the teaching assistants hurriedly raised my hand.
“Professor, it is said that Serine Bastian has been given 4 bottles of Red Elixir. Meanwhile, Berries Rize Schreier… They say they have only gotten one bottle so far.”
“I knew I would.”
Valentiano smiled bitterly.
“Of course, even if you drink 4 bottles, you may have less magical power than someone who drank 1 bottle. The amount of mana accumulated in mana heart varies depending on the skill of the technique. However… … .”
Valentiano continued, pointing his finger at Serine, who was blocking the attack on Berrisrize in the arena.
“Serine Bastian seems to have absorbed Elixir’s magic very well. And by reflecting that into the Eastern style of swordsmanship, he is developing a defense technique that is not shaken by the opponent’s onslaught.”
“ah… … !”
“It’s a bit boring because it’s a very typical swordsmanship, but… That’s not a disadvantage in our class.”
Valentiano is a master of Eastern Swordsmanship, and the Valentiano class focuses on Eastern Swordsmanship.
Because she pursued a standard and stable swordsmanship, Serine was the perfect talent.
“If you pass the second test later, I hope to see you face to face.”
“Okay, Professor!”
At the match, Serine was about to counterattack.
Seeing how he was rushing Berrisrize, who had exhausted his stamina while being absorbed in the attack, in an instant, Valentiano smiled.
* * *
As I sat in the players waiting area, I watched Serine swing her sword.
The attack that stretched out in a smooth trajectory pushed the wooden sword of Berithryze outward.
And he hit the inside of his wrist, which had become defenseless, precisely.
“Ouch… … !”
A short scream rang out, followed by the sound of a wooden sword falling to the floor.
It was Serene’s victory.
“The first match in the quarterfinals, Serine Bastian wins.”
Announcements sounded in the stadium, and cheers and applause erupted from the audience.
I sat in the waiting room and gave a small applause.
‘As described in the novel, he’s a really straight guy.’
Until the very end, Serine did not use her sword against Berris Rize.
Beris Rize couldn’t use his sword yet, so he must have thought it was fair that he didn’t use his sword.
It was an action like a typical heroine in the novel.
“Berrys Rize has lost.”
“Hey, you bastard. As the heir to the 6th master swordsmanship, it’s a shame.”
Rufus and Gort’s conversation could be heard next to them.
“Don’t say that, Gort.”
“what?”
“In my opinion, if you fight Serine one-on-one, you will face the same thing.”
“That’s funny! That would be your baby, Rufus!”
Gort jumped up and became angry at Rufus’s evaluation.
“I’ll make you a blood cake for this match, come on out!”
“You’re welcome, Gort.”
For the second match, Rufus and Gort headed to the arena.
Only Chloe and Schmitz, who will participate in the 3rd match, me and Heinrich, who will participate in the 4th match remained in the waiting room.
“… … .”
As I sat still and waited, I could feel the popularity behind me.
Heinrich, who was sitting in the back seat, approached.
“Ernas Landsstein.”
Heinrich, who had been silent all this time, spoke to me.
“Before the match, let’s talk for a minute.”
“Good.”
Heinrich must have waited for the time when all the heirs of the other master swordsmen were gone.
And I was waiting for that too.
“I also wanted to talk.”
Heinrich, a prodigy of the Agrippa family.
There was a problem that had to be resolved before fighting this guy.