Episode 103
EPISODE.52
After careful consideration, the spear technique Russell chose was ‘La Mancha.’
La Mancha.
It was originally the name of a region in ancient times, but in modern times, it has become better known as a word meaning windmill.
‘When it comes to windmills, it’s easy to think of them spinning round and round.’
But unlike him, La Mancha’s techniques did not primarily use rotation.
Instead, it is given that name because it is like a windmill that rotates elaborately by adding the necessary technique to the necessary situation.
“La Mancha?”
Gillian Pearlson frowned at Russell’s choice.
He then asked, lifting up the Six-Gyeol-Bacheon-Ye spear book that had been lying next to Russell just a moment ago.
“Honestly, La Mancha is not a low-level spear technique, but in terms of perfection as a spear technique, Six-Gyeol-Bacheon-ye is superior. It’s an eastern spear technique, so there are some parts that are a bit difficult, but… … “The difference when it reaches its peak is such that it is difficult to even compare it to La Mancha.”
Sigh-.
He quickly passed the six-pointed battle technique in his hand.
“But would you still choose La Mancha?”
“yes.”
Since the decision had already been made, there was not even the slightest hesitation in Russell’s answer.
“Why did I choose La Mancha? “If so, can you tell me why?”
Gillian lifted his chin with an expression that suggested he listen to the reason.
Russell began to explain.
“The Six-Gyeol-Bacheonye is definitely an excellent spear technique.”
It was a spearing technique that felt deep even to someone who was practically ignorant of martial arts and spearmanship.
“As much as I pursue the art of fighting, the power of a single blow cannot be compared to that of La Mancha.”
If he were a pure spearman, he would have chosen the Six-Gyeol-Bacheon-Ye without any hesitation.
“however?”
“I am a wizard, not a swordsman.”
“… … ?”
“What I need is not a spear with great power, but versatility that allows me to respond flexibly when needed.”
“So La Mancha is such a spear technique.”
Gillian, who was looking down at Russell, ran the palm of her hand over his chin, which had sparsely grown beard.
‘Just because it’s strong and good doesn’t make it a choice without any sense of purpose… … .’
This means that you chose what was most necessary and efficient without forgetting your duty.
Thinking that, Gillian suddenly burst into laughter.
“Hahaha. Do I have a good sense of it or should I say it is reasonable? “You might have been quite successful even if you had become a knight instead of a wizard.”
“… … ?”
“Of course, since talent is talent, it is better to be a wizard.”
After choking on his appetite, he crossed his arms.
“Then, leave with that spear technique you chose. “If you go back and prepare for pre-study, I will watch your spear skills once a week.”
Although it may not be comparable to the Six-Gyeol-Bacheon-ye, it is clear that La Mancha is also an invaluable spear technique.
However, seeing him hand it over all at once, it seems that his magnanimity goes beyond the ordinary.
‘No, should I call this bold or bold?’
Of course, it wasn’t completely free.
“Instead, don’t forget to spar with the guys from our castle on the same day.”
When there was no special mission, it was a moment when a new schedule was added to Russell’s routine.
* * *
Tap, tap, tap-.
With the sound of horses’ hooves ringing, Russell, sitting in the carriage, lightly turned the pen in his hand.
Hwiik-.
The wind splits following the light gesture. Immediately after, a change occurred in the pen in my hand.
The rotation, followed by a downward slash from the top.
After finishing the cut, the pen rises diagonally, drawing a diagonal thrust trajectory.
It was as if I was looking at a spear about a span long, not a pen.
In fact, Russell was currently in the process of recreating the movement of the spear using the pen in his hand.
‘hmm… … .’
Russell, who was watching the movement of the pen, frowned.
‘A year and a half.’
What Russell was talking about was the past time after receiving ‘La Mancha’ spear skills from Gillian Pearlson.
As if to prove the passage of time, you can see sleet falling through the window of the carriage and shaking in the wind.
‘This is it for a year and a half… … .’
I had already memorized the overall form of spearmanship for a long time.
I looked into it so much that the magic book I brought that day became tattered after only a year and a half.
But despite this, Russell was not satisfied.
‘What I memorized is just a formula, and I don’t fully understand the meaning behind it.’
If consciousness is external, righteousness is internal.
And the completion of spear techniques meant weaving together the inside and the outside to achieve complete unity.
‘But we didn’t get there.’
Of course, reaching that point in just a year and a half was ridiculous.
‘I can’t help it.’
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Because he had other things to worry about besides spearmanship. Thinking so, Russell shrugged his shoulders.
I returned the pen I was holding into my inventory and buried myself in the seat.
I closed my eyes, and the events of the past year and a half passed through my mind like a panorama.
The first thing that came to mind was the new wall blocking his path.
[mission]
Achieve Circle 6.
Go over the newly encountered wall and complete 6 circles.
[compensation]
Highest grade magic stone (edible) x 1, high grade magic stone (edible) x 5, middle grade magic stone (edible x) 5, low grade magic stone (edible) x 20.
???(Reward for achieving Circle 6).
It was only about half a year ago that Russell completed the 5th circle.
In other words, the time it takes to master the 5th circle is at most two years.
It was true that the speed was so fast that it was difficult to even compare it to ordinary wizards.
However, Russell is not an ordinary wizard.
‘Not only have I been consistently consuming magic stones, but I have also continued to receive teachings from my teacher.’
As my understanding of magic deepened, the circle naturally began to expand and mature in response.
The only remaining problem is how to overcome the wall and achieve the 6th circle.
‘There’s no need to rush.’
The average time for wizards to become stagnant in the 5th Circle was about 10 years.
In comparison, I’ve only been here for half a year at most, and there’s no need to rush.
After thinking that, Russell’s consciousness naturally flowed towards the next thought.
‘hmm… … .’
The next thing that came to mind after the wall blocking the circle was to find traces of the surviving dragon.
Is it because I’ve been fooled so many times already?
‘I visited two places that had potential in a year and a half, but they were all in vain.’
Russell smiled bitterly, feeling his eyebrows furrow.
Of course, it might not have been just a waste of money. They simply returned to the Flame Tower after the scheduled investigation period was over, and the possibility that there might be another way to find the dragon could not be ruled out.
But in any case, it was true that we could not find any traces of a living dragon in the two places we went before.
‘Among the places currently found, are there two remaining candidate sites?’
In fact, it was safe to say that one of them was almost confirmed. That’s right… … .
‘Kuril Island.’
Because the source of the rumor and the map I received from the mission the day before were the same.
Not one, but two effective clues were all pointing to the same place.
Nevertheless, the reason I didn’t go to Kuril right away was because it wasn’t the right time yet.
‘As soon as I reach the 6th circle, I have to go to Kuril immediately.’
It was then.
“Whoa, whoa, whoa-.”
Clap, clap, cluck.
The carriage carrying Russell stopped with the driver’s voice.
“Im here. “Count.”
The carriage door opens and a tall tower made of red bricks is revealed.
‘Yeomtap (炎塔).’
As soon as Russell arrived at the tower, he headed to the top floor of the tower.
I got on the floating stone located inside the flame tower, and when I pressed the familiar button, the rock under my feet instantly flew into the air.
Ugh-.
With the sound of a swarm of bees flying, they went straight to the top floor in an instant.
Although it was a fairly scary speed, the person riding inside felt so stable that they could not feel any shaking.
Tiing-.
“Hmm.”
smart-.
Russell, who got off the floating seat, cleared his throat lightly and knocked, and Daria responded from inside.
“Would you like to come in?”
Sigh-.
The door opened without touching it, and then a sweet smell wafted from inside the door, stimulating Russell’s sense of smell.
‘Ugh-.’
The smell was so strong that Russell had to cover his nose.
‘The sweet smell makes my nose tingle. ‘Master, do you really like this kind of food and eat it?’
When I opened the door, I saw Daria eating various snacks and fruits dipped in chocolate.
What was most surprising was the state of the chocolate being dipped in.
“It’s a unique-looking chocolate.”
Liquid chocolate gushes out of a fountain-like machine.
Judging by the slight warmth and magical power it feels, it is clearly an item using magic.
While thinking deeply, Daria explained as she put a marshmallow dipped in chocolate into her mouth.
“This is a chocolate fountain that I developed myself. “With this, you can enjoy liquid chocolate whenever you want.”
Using magic, you create a certain temperature and use it to melt the chocolate.
The structure uses magic to raise the melted chocolate and then scatter it like a fountain.
“hmm… … .”
I wondered if the product really had marketability, but the items Daria made were surprisingly popular.
‘Last time, you made a rotating whisk because beating the meringue hurt your arms.’
It was also well-received among chefs preparing for aristocratic parties and recorded decent sales.
‘Anyway, if you look closely, Master is just as unique as Vermilion.’
Muscles and Sweets.
Although each person had different areas of interest.
‘Anyway.’
Russell stepped in front of her, leaving aside the random thoughts that had briefly appeared in his mind.
I put down the application form I had filled out beforehand on her desk.
“Hmm. “This time, it’s an application for research abroad.”
Since she had already been there twice, she skimmed the outside of the report as if she was familiar with it.
He then carefully checked the contents and threw a banana dipped in chocolate into his mouth.
Mew mul mul.
“I’ve been going out a lot lately.”
Daria mumbled something meaningful and then nodded with an expression of understanding.
“Well, it’s worth it.”
I took a bite of the cookie.
Wagjak, wagjak.
“From the 5th circle to the 6th circle. In order to overcome the wall that still belongs to human bondage, it is more important to check how wide the existing world is rather than to create a world within oneself.”
After giggling, I took a bite of the strawberry.
Mumbling.
Next, Daria muttered while checking the name of the foreign land in the report.
“This again, really. “What an incredible coincidence.”
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