The will of the sword.
It is a concept corresponding to the magic path of wizards and is also called kendo (劍道) or chivalry (騎士道).
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The path pursued by the knight.
“Your student doesn’t even treat me like a professor like you do. Say it. Do you think that is correct swordplay and chivalry?”
“… … .”
Gwangryong was caught off guard and was unable to answer.
‘Because chivalry is different from magic.’
Swordsmanship, kendo, chivalry.
It is a concept that corresponds to the magic of wizards, but there is a big difference.
The attitude toward life is reflected in the sword.
‘You don’t necessarily have to do it right to achieve high levels of achievement. Even among the wicked, there are many high-ranking knights.’
The problem was that the light dragon considered himself a righteous guardian knight.
“You said it was your duty to protect the empire as a guardian, but aren’t you actually just drunk on arrogance?”
“… … .”
Gwangryong glared at me with his fierce eyes.
However, the reason you can’t swing your sword right away is because there’s something stinging in my words.
‘good. We’re pushing forward with this momentum.’
However, a voice suddenly interrupted.
Although this is my first time hearing it, the voice exudes ignorance.
“Chivalry also discriminates against its opponents. “You will only respect the other person if he or she is worthy of respect.”
“!!”
When I turned my gaze, a girl with an elegant appearance was standing there.
Although this is our first meeting, we have encountered many faces while progressing the scenario.
Gwangryong’s disciple.
A genius who surpasses the blood of a famous swordsman.
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A student villain at Rubiness Academy.
It was Julia.
“See you, Master.”
Julia knelt down on one knee to show respect to Gwangryong.
He didn’t even look at me.
Complete disregard.
What was unexpected was Gwangryong’s reaction.
I said this because my words a moment ago had caused a change of heart.
“… Say hello to your class professor as well. Still, I’m your homeroom teacher at the academy.”
Julia frowned slightly, but quickly erased it and smiled at me.
It’s so pretentious that anyone can see it.
Mixed with ridicule.
“I’d like to meet Professor Ban. It was a temporary class that would just pass by so I didn’t pay much attention to it. “I’m busy with training, so please understand.”
The reason why it is translated as “don’t go out on a temporary professor topic that will soon disappear anyway” is probably not just because of my sense of victimization.
‘… It’s almost time for a sweet night.’
The Lady of Balam, Joanna, came to mind.
It was similar yet different.
While Joanna was like a child who couldn’t control her temper, Julia was a bit more intelligent and cunning.
“I’m sorry, Master. Because I behaved wrongly and caused great disrespect. How dare you subject your Master, the guardian of the empire, to such an insult. “This disciple has committed a great sin.”
The same goes for what you just said.
It was a way of saying that it was his fault, but in reality he was covering up the fact that I had committed great disrespect.
‘I’m tired.’
Even if you react similarly, your level will only drop.
In this case, a straightforward, straightforward approach was the best.
“Julia, after meeting you in person, it is clear to me that Sir Carla’s teachings are wrong.”
“… I beg your pardon?”
I looked straight at Gwangryong.
“She still looks like this now. Sir, what kind of knight do you think Miss Julia will become in the future?”
“… … .”
“It is the professor’s duty to correct the student’s faulty character. As I sent in my letter, let’s fight for Miss Julia’s right to education.”
Gwangryong wiggled his eyebrows.
“You really want to duel with me?”
“of course.”
“under! “A guy who can’t even take my sword!”
“Why do I receive your sword? I am a professor at the Department of Magic. Also, the theory department.”
“… “Then what kind of duel are you talking about?”
“Didn’t you read my letter? Let’s compete for ‘qualities as a teacher.’ “I am having a swordsmanship battle between your disciple and my disciple.”
At those words, Gwangryong and Yulia made bewildered faces.
“Didn’t you just say that you are a professor at the Department of Magic? “Then your student is also a student at the Faculty of Magic?”
“you’re right. “I am a 1st rank apprentice wizard who has no skills in swordsmanship.”
“You’re going to challenge an outsider like that to a sword duel? “Isn’t Julia a child who puts any genius at her feet?”
“well. “You have to tell me what’s long and short to know.”
“under! “Who on earth are you trying to show off? Let’s see their faces!”
I nodded and called a girl who was watching the commotion from afar.
“Catherine.”
“… “Why am I suddenly doing this?”
“Come out here.”
“… … ??”
I frowned and pointed at Catherine, who was standing next to me with a confused look on her face.
“This child will deal with the Lord’s disciple.”
* * *
Everyone was in an uproar.
In particular, the most absurd thing was Catherine, the person who was singled out.
“No, what kind of nonsense is this all of a sudden?! “It’s not even a magic duel, you’re having a sword duel with me?!”
“Okay. can do.”
“No, I’ve never even held a sword?!”
“Didn’t I say I could do it? “Trust me.”
Catherine closed her mouth and I whispered seductively.
“I heard that you two don’t get along well. Don’t you want to punch that kid too? “You can do it if you follow my words.”
Julia and Catherine had a bad relationship.
Julia had a history of ignoring Catherine, her illegitimate daughter, on several occasions.
And since Catherine has a petty personality that is not typical of a future hero, she never forgets the grudges she has once harbored.
“… “There’s no way I could take a hit.”
“When have I ever told you nonsense? Anything is possible as long as you believe in me and yourself.”
Catherine still had a confused look on her face.
‘This duel is necessary for Catherine too. It will be a great help to your growth.’
Meanwhile, Gwangryong and Yulia reacted as if it was absurd.
“Are you serious? “I have no knowledge of swordsmanship, but you want me to have a sword fight with Yulia?”
“Didn’t you say let’s compete on your qualifications as a teacher? “If you want to defeat a disciple of the Lord, my teachings are enough.”
“under… .”
“However, there is a condition. “The duel event will be ‘Weapon Breaking.’”
A knight’s duel is usually a sparring match.
However, sometimes special events were chosen, and this was one of them.
‘It’s a duel where you wield the same weapon and destroy each other’s weapons.’
Although it is simpler than regular sparring, it is by no means advantageous for beginners.
On the contrary, no variables can intervene, so victory or defeat is strictly determined by swordsmanship skills.
“The type of weapon is a wooden sword. “We compete five times, and the first one to break the opponent’s wooden sword three times is the winner.”
“i get it. “Don’t regret it.”
“Then, please give me a moment. “I have to teach you.”
I took Catherine to a corner.
“Are you doing something absurd like this because you have some plan to ensure victory? “I won’t be angry, so please tell me quickly what your plan is.”
“There is no such thing. Just believe in yourself. “That’s all there is to it.”
“what? Are you crazy?!”
I explained further.
“People often think of weapon breaking as a competition to see who can wield a stronger sword, but that’s not true. It is a battle of willpower on the sword. “I never think that your will is inferior to Julia’s.”
Catherine kept her mouth shut.
“No, but… .”
“Okay. “If you don’t believe in yourself, believe in me who believes in you.”
And so the duel began.
Two girls stood facing each other holding identical wooden swords.
“Oh my, who is this? long time no see. Catherine, like a clown, you too have a hard time keeping up with Professor Class’s rhythm. Well, you’ve been so nice as a fool since you set Joanna up… .”
“shut up.”
“… what?”
“Stop being so mean and pick up your sword. “Because you’re more annoyed.”
“!!”
The smile disappeared from Julia’s face.
“I tried to treat you kindly with the same affection as before, but it won’t work.”
Chaang!
The air in the hall became tense.
and.
The two swords flashed, and the sound of wooden swords being cut apart rang out.
* * *
‘Crazy professor. ‘You’re asking me to do something crazy like this.’
Catherine took a deep breath.
There were two severed wooden swords lying around on the floor.
Out of five matches, I have already lost two.
‘There’s no way I can win. I’m a wizard.’
There is no need to go to the swordsman.
They were woefully behind in all areas, including strength, agility, and swordsmanship.
Despite her delicate appearance, Julia’s body was no different from a human weapon.
‘What am I doing with this crazy rhythm?’
I followed my heart just in case, but it was the same.
The reason I didn’t quit was because it came.
Catherine pathologically hated giving up on anything.
As she lifted the third wooden sword with her tired hands, Julia frowned.
Julia must have been quite annoyed, so she no longer showed any pretentious kindness.
“You’re so sick of me too. If you don’t stop right away, I will purposely break the wooden sword at you and leave a scar on your face. “The only thing that can be of use to you is a smooth face, so think about it carefully.”
Catherine sneered.
I was a little worried about giving up, but I changed my mind after hearing the story just now.
If Joanna had a bad personality, Catherine had a nasty personality.
“Would you like to make a bet too?”
“what?”
“The winning side defeats the other party. “I thought I could get a good night’s sleep if I just punched you in the face.”
Julia’s eyes became fierce.
“They said he was the disciple of that teacher. Be prepared.”
Julia raised her sword, and Catherine also aimed her sword at them.
However, I didn’t think I could win.
Even though we were the same age, it felt like we were facing a wall.
Even if it had been fought with magic rather than swordsmanship, it would have been a sure defeat.
‘They said they could win! ‘You swindler professor!’
The moment you shout out loud, a story comes to mind.
-Believe in yourself.
However, it still didn’t make sense.
What do you mean by believing?
Doubt welled up in my chest.
‘I know best that I am an ugly dunjae.’
Even though she was born with the blood of a famous magic family, she was a skill worse than an ordinary person.
All the hard work was done to cover up the lack of talent.
‘There is no way I can do it.’
It was a moment when my will was about to break.
I made eye contact with Ban.
Even though he had already lost twice, Ban’s eyes remained firm.
-You can do it.
It seemed like he was saying this.
-Jung If you can’t trust yourself, didn’t you say that you should trust me who trusts you?
“!!”
Looking back, he realized that Ban had always looked at him like that.
Although he looks sour and blunt.
It contained trust whose basis was unknown.
I’ve never received it from anyone before.
‘why? ‘What do you know about me?’
Catherine gritted her teeth.