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5.
The Imperial Castle of the Leuven Empire had a reputation for being large and grand, as if to show off that it was the greatest power on the continent.
As for how large it was, just looking at the area alone, it was larger than the capital of most kingdoms, so I guess that’s all said and done.
Is that all there is?
The inside of the imperial castle was much more luxurious than it looked from the outside. As if all castles and mansions were built with gold and silver treasures.
However, there were exceptions.
This is the small forest that exists at the northern end of the Hwangseong Fortress.
A forest that looks like a miniature version of the eastern tropical rainforest. And now, there was a person who visited this place.
A man who appears to be in his mid-30s.
He was a man with a sad appearance, with long platinum hair and hazel eyes. And behind him, a middle-aged knight followed as if to protect his man.
Jump, jump, jump!
The place he is heading to is the center of the forest.
The luxurious cloak was scratched by thorns and vines from time to time, but he didn’t care at all.
How long has it been like that?
After passing through the lush greenery, we finally reached our destination. Suddenly, a faint singing sound reached the man’s ears.
“―――.”
A song that doesn’t even have lyrics.
When I listen quietly, I feel at ease. Is that why? Her man stopped and silently admired her singing voice.
A short period of time passes.
After the song finally stopped. He patted his palm with a faint smile.
“It’s still great work.”
No sooner had the man finished speaking.
In the center of the forest, a girl sitting on a rock beyond a small pond turned her head.
A girl with snow-white hair and bright red eyes. The man smiled secretly, looking at the girl who had a mysterious atmosphere for some reason.
“Perticia.”
The seventh princess of the Ruben Empire.
Perticia Yves Al Ruben. To her man, he was a lovely sister and brother with a considerable age gap between them.
“Ah, brother!”
Meanwhile, with the appearance of a man.
The girl jumped off the rock with a surprised face. Then she quickly ran towards me and then stopped in place.
There is only one reason. It was because he found a middle-aged knight guarding his man’s back like a stone statue. The girl quickly changed her name.
“What is the Crown Prince doing here… … .”
Of course it had to be that way.
The man’s name is Chartrand Monique Al Reuben.
He was the crown prince of the Ruben Empire and the king of all people who would soon become the owner of the Ruben Empire.
Maybe it was when it was just the two of us, but when a third party was present, like now, it was right to be formal.
Chartrand, on the other hand, didn’t care.
“Haha, no need to be so formal. “The only one I brought with me today is Lord Orden.”
“Yes, I will!”
It’s okay if permission is given.
Also, Lord Orden is one of the five swords that have protected the imperial family since before Perticia was born.
In other words, he is almost like a family member.
At least that was the case for Perticia.
The two siblings, who looked like father and daughter at first glance, sat on a rock and chatted happily.
These are trivial stories that can be experienced in everyday life. Then suddenly Chartrand brought up a new topic.
“Now that I think about it, I heard some interesting news.”
“really? “What’s the news?”
“Do you remember about the ‘level 0 management subject’ that General Erkazan reported last time?”
“Are you by any chance the barbarian who entered Arsene?”
“Yes, they say that the barbarian caused a very serious accident this time.”
With words filled with laughter.
Perticia quickly intercepted the answer.
“I’ve already heard that you seriously injured Count Deorg’s eldest son, right?”
“I guess so. That’s also a story I told. But what I brought today is a different, new story.”
It’s been less than a month since the last accident, and you’ve had another accident?
Perticia tilted her head.
At the same time, Chartrand’s answer continued.
“The two swords were broken.”
“What if you say sword?”
“The sword of the desert and the sword of the military. It is said that the two swords representing the empire were defeated side by side in a duel with the barbarians.”
“… … ?!”
The bright red eyes turned round.
With a surprised expression.
It was worth it. The two swords that Chartrand just mentioned probably refer to the two masters representing the empire.
But even for a moment.
She tilted her head. It was because she found something that puzzled her in the answer she had just heard.
“what? “But it’s a little strange.”
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“What did you mean?”
“Even if Count Deorg said so, why did Marquis Gorpant fight a duel… … ?”
Count Deorg had a cause.
The justification was that he requested a duel to restore the honor of his injured son.
On the other hand, Marquis Gorfant did not have anything like this, so he seemed curious about this fact.
“I heard that I was at the academy at the time because I received a call from Dean Bergé. Also, it is rare for masters to have a chance to fight each other, so they must have fought both at the same time.”
After completing a guess that is close to the truth.
Chartrand suddenly smiled.
A laugh full of mischief. He asked, looking at Lord Orden ten steps behind him.
“In that sense, didn’t Lord Orden actually want to go to fight? “It’s rare for masters to have a chance to fight each other.”
“I have no intention of doing that.”
The negative answer came back immediately.
Orden lowered his head and said.
“I am the sword that protects the imperial family. “Personal duels in the world are of no concern.”
“Tsk, it’s just a joke. “That’s so stubborn.”
Chartrand clicked his tongue lowly.
Of course he knew.
The imperial sword, this loyal knight named ‘Saxony Yul Orden’ will not leave the imperial family no matter what.
The conversation returned to its original topic.
A duel between Ulan, a level 0 management target designated by the military, and the Empire’s Master. Perticia continued to express her admiration with a surprised face.
“Wow, that’s really amazing. I heard he’s definitely a year older than me, but how can he already have that much strength…? … .”
“The world is wide and there are many talented people. “Don’t you have a talent that is incomparable to mine?”
“No way. “That’s too much praise.”
Perticia laughed as if she was embarrassed.
A very lovely smile. A smile naturally bloomed on Chartrand’s lips.
“So I’ll give it to you.”
“yes?”
“It looks like the military and Dean Berge are conspiring to bring those barbarians into the empire sooner or later. If they succeed, I will make you one of my knights.”
Each member of the royal family has their own knight.
The emperor and crown prince are given the imperial sword, Sir Orden, and other members of the royal family are given a knight with the highest level of skill among the experts.
‘On the other hand, for Perticia… … .’
No articles were attached.
To be precise, it would be correct to say that Perticia had no knights to swear an oath of loyalty.
Due to complicated circumstances in many ways, all knights from noble families were reluctant to become her knights.
‘On the other hand, those barbarians are different.’
A person who is not related to any noble family.
Moreover, according to reports, I heard that for a barbarian, they are quite rational and have cool-headed judgment.
Plus, a force strong enough to defeat the master of the empire. If you train it well, you will be qualified to become a knight of Perticia.
“Brother, but I… … .”
“Know. “You said you wanted to see with your own eyes and judge the person you want to make your article, right?”
“Hehe, you remembered me.”
“You have to remember. “It’s my sister’s request.”
Finally, a good answer.
Chartrand continued.
“do not worry. “It’s a little early, but I’ve prepared a birthday present for you.”
“yes? “A birthday present?”
Perticia asked curiously.
At that time, Saxony, who had been waiting behind him, approached with strides. Immediately afterwards, he opened the small chest he had prepared separately and handed it to Perticia.
The moment I saw this.
“… … !”
Her eyes widened.
As if I saw something unexpected. Seeing this, Chartrand smiled and continued her words.
“We have prepared for you to transfer to Arsene Academy starting from the upcoming second semester. So see it with your own eyes and judge… … .”
“Thank you, brother! “I’m so happy!”
Perticia was suddenly hugged.
With a voice that seemed moved and crying.
It would be worth it. It was one of her long-standing wishes to enter Arsene Academy.
Meanwhile, Chartrand silently stroked his sister’s head. After some time, he added a condition that he had not mentioned before.
“Of course, you can’t lead a normal life. You will have to use a separate dormitory, and there will also be escort troops attached. Was it okay though?”
“yes! are you okay. want to go!”
“Haha, yes. “Then look forward to it.”
After that, the two continued to have a lot of conversation.
How long has it been like that?
Eventually, as the evening sun set, Chartrand finally left the forest. He was seen off by Pertichia, who came to the entrance of the forest.
On the way back to the imperial castle.
While taking silent steps, Saxony suddenly spoke cautiously.
“Are you sure you don’t mind?”
“What do you mean?”
“Although Arsene is a neutral zone, there are still risks there. It would be much better to keep him by the prince’s side… … .”
“No, Arsene is safer.”
Chartrand answered clearly.
With eyes filled with unspoken determination.
“This place will soon become a battlefield.”
“… … ! “That’s what you’re saying!”
“Lord Orden.”
Chartrand suddenly stops in his tracks.
He continued speaking in a calm tone.
“Tell everyone. “The day Perticia leaves the imperial castle, you will have the only opportunity to prove your loyalty.”
An answer filled with firm determination.
The time has finally come.
Saxony trembled. After a while, he bowed his head solemnly.
“… … “I will follow your orders, Your Majesty.”
A very different title from just now.
With an answer that somehow smelled bloody, Chartrand started walking again. Leaving behind a particularly red sunset today.
6.
After the duel was over.
Ulan immediately returned to the room.
Perhaps because he used the Transcendental Realm in succession, his spirit and stamina hit rock bottom.
Moreover, the muscles were also quite damaged. The evidence is that there is considerable pain here and there.
‘At this rate, I should rest for two days.’
Based on my past life experiences, I guess.
I have to lie down for two days and half a day to get back to normal. With that in mind, Ulan lay down on the bed as soon as he got to his room.
But not long after.
My body suddenly became hot.
‘This… … .’
An amazing phenomenon occurred soon after.
The pain I felt in my muscles gradually subsided, and even the accumulated fatigue was washed away. Also, I feel like my depleted stamina is recovering quickly.
What on earth? In a strange mood, Ulan immediately closed his eyes. In order to move the trace amount of spirit remaining in her body and find out the cause of the incident.
And I soon realized why.
‘Power surges from the engraving.’
A hero’s imprint on his back.
The source of this amazing change was this imprint. The moment he realized this, a memory suddenly crossed Ulan’s mind.
“This engraving increases the owner’s strength and agility when injured, and creates explosive recovery when stamina is depleted.”
This is the explanation I heard from Noah.
However, when I heard this explanation, I was honestly skeptical.
‘Of course it has to be that way.’
I didn’t receive any special blessings, just a tattoo on my back. But how do you become strong and resilient?
So I heard it with one ear and let it go.
However, once I experienced it myself, the story changed.
‘I never thought it was true.’
Ulan’s eyes shine with wonder.
Finally, half a day had passed since I returned to the room. Ulan’s condition has improved significantly.
The pain I felt in my muscles disappeared completely, and the fatigue completely disappeared. However, not everything was good.
“… … hot.”
It was good to have explosive recovery, but my whole body felt hot, perhaps because it had been heated for a long time.
Could it be that I couldn’t hold on any longer?
Ulan took off his clothes and threw them away.
“I need to cool down at least.”
So I went straight into the bathroom and poured cold water on him. I feel much better than before. This process was repeated over and over again.
smart!
Suddenly someone knocked on the door.
A familiar voice was soon heard.
“Ulan, it’s me.”
It was Noah. She continued her words in a voice that felt somewhat stiff.
“Is it okay if I come in for a moment?”
“Okay.”
“Okay, then excuse me…” … .”
Noah opened the door and came inside.
But I couldn’t even continue speaking.
The bathroom is visible right in front of the door. This was because I made eye contact with Ulan, who was naked inside and was pouring cold water on him.
“… … !?”
After a silent scream.
Noah jerked his body back.
Then he shook his head hastily. To erase from her memory the ‘something’ she had just seen.
“Ha, it’s not okay at all!”
The face and ears turned bright red.
Immediately after covering his face with both hands, Noah, who was stamping his feet, immediately shouted in protest.
“No, rather, why on earth are you washing with the door wide open!”
“Because it’s hot.”
“Anyway! First, please put on some clothes or close the door. Uh, quickly!”
There are a lot of things I wish for when I suddenly come here.
Ulan grumbled and closed the bathroom door. She left just enough space for conversation.
“Ha, really.”
Noah lets out the sigh he’s been holding in.
Seeing him cooling his bright red face by fanning his hands, Ulan spoke vaguely.
“Your face is red.”
“Because of who did this happen?”
“If it’s hot, take it off too.”
“I’m not taking it off!”
When I was screaming with a red face.
Ulan asked the question again.
“Rather, why did you come here?”
“… … ah. Wait. “I forgot.”
“You have a surprisingly stupid side.”
“I don’t want to hear it from you?”
Noah, who was looking at Ulan, suddenly widened his eyes. As if the reason had finally occurred to me.
“Oh, right. “I want to ask you something.”
“what?”
“Ulan, did you secretly take some kind of elixir before coming to the academy?”
Contrary to the rather serious face, the content of the question itself was quite unexpected. Ulan tilted her head as if she didn’t understand.
“You mean elixir?”
“Things like herbs that increase your strength or drugs that increase your magical power.”
“I don’t remember eating anything like that.”
“Really?”
“really.”
Ulan nods.
Noah bit his lip slightly. Because she didn’t look like she was lying.
‘No, Ulan never lie in the first place.’
There are times when he omits explanations or answers because it’s annoying, but he never lies. This is the same in the original work.
‘But how did you become a master already!’
And that’s 10 years earlier than the original!
A variable that cannot be fully understood just because Kazan was obtained. No matter how much I racked my brain, I couldn’t even figure out where the variable came from.
‘Would you rather ask me directly?’
Have you ever encountered a special incident?
But I quickly gave up. It’s because I instinctively felt it. Even if something like that really happened, they probably wouldn’t answer.
‘… … The Uhlans don’t trust me.’
Noah has many secrets.
So Ulan said:
Unless I have so much to hide, and I don’t reveal it to my colleagues, it’s difficult for me to share my ‘secrets’.
‘At the time, I thought it was just a saying.’
Now that I think about it, no.
It wasn’t a general secret, but from the moment he uttered the words ‘my own secret’, it meant that Ulan had something to hide.
The worries are back to square one.
When I sighed in frustration.
smart!
Suddenly, someone knocked on the door.
It was a new visitor.
“It came from the inspection team. “Excuse me for a moment.”
This is Ulan’s dedicated inspector.
He entered the room with his characteristic expressionless face. But the moment he saw the scene unfolding before his eyes, his expression changed.
“… … “What kind of situation is this?”
Ulan takes a shower naked.
And Noah sits down and watches Ulan through the slightly open door.
The inspector general quickly grasped the situation.
“Voyeurism is a disease.”
“Uh, no! “This is a misunderstanding!”
“It is also subject to penalty points.”
“It’s a misunderstanding!”
Noah protested as if it were unfair.
The voice of salvation heard at that time.
“What brings you here today?”
It was Ulan.
Then the inspector took his eyes off Noah. He then revealed the purpose of visiting Ulan.
“Count Deorg has awakened.”
“already? “You recovered surprisingly quickly.”
“Because I poured that much potion into it. Anyway, the Count expressed his wish to meet you. “He said he had something to apologize to you for.”
A promise made before the duel began.
Perhaps he is trying to keep his promise to take responsibility for all his mistakes and apologize on behalf of Himel.
“Of course, if you’re tired, you can refuse.”
“No, I will go see you.”
Ulan shook his head.
If it had been right after the duel, it would have been difficult, but now I was in a very refreshed state.
“i get it. Then don’t wait on the first floor.”
After finishing what he had to say, the inspector turned around.
Afterwards, I was about to leave the room. She glared at Noah, who was still looking toward the bathroom.
“Noah Darshen, you are a penalty point.”
“yes? no! Why, why?!”
“Going into a classmate’s room and spying on them taking a bath is shameless.”
“I told you it was a misunderstanding!”
Noah screamed.
As if it was really unfair.
However, the inspector left the room only after actually issuing the demerit point ticket. After her fuss was over, she slumped her shoulders.
“Ugh, I guess I’ll just go back now… … .”
I came to check when Ulan became a master, but instead of receiving any income, I only received penalty points.
So, I was just about to helplessly turn around.
“Noah.”
I heard words grabbing her.
It was Ulan’s voice.
“I have one favor to ask of you.”
“yes? “Please?”
“Could you please bring Ibella?”
It was a somewhat unexpected request, but Noah understood the context like a ghost. Then, he summarized Ulan’s intentions and asked him back.
“Hmm, so you’re asking me to bring you to the hospital room where Count Deorg is?”
“Exactly.”
Ulan grinned.
As expected, it’s good that he’s quick-witted.
“Is there anything else you want to say?”
“does not exist. “That’s enough.”
“all right. “I will do that.”
Eventually, Noah left the room.
Only then did Ulan come out of the bathroom. Perhaps because I was repeatedly doused in cold water, I felt like my fever had gone away.
A much lighter body. With a satisfied smile, Ulan quickly prepared to leave.
It was then.
[Grunt!]
A huge shadow that suddenly appears.
Then, a familiar voice was heard from behind. It is none other than the voice of a white wolf. Ulan quickly looked behind her, and then her eyes widened slightly.
“It has grown tremendously.”
As said, the white wolf’s body exceeded its original small size and became larger than that of a wild horse.
At that time, something suddenly occurred to me.
The fact is that white wolf increases in size by absorbing magical energy. Immediately after realizing this, Ulan asked with a curious look.
“Surely you absorbed everything that was there?”
A magic stone found on a shelf in Diphlin’s cabin.
When asked while remembering about a dozen top-grade magic stones, the white wolf smiled and showed his teeth.
[Grung! That’s it!]
It meant positivity.
Well, if the body has grown in such a short period of time, there is no other answer. Ulan nodded his head, but then made a troubled expression.
“But if it’s like this, it’ll be hard to get along.”
Just sitting down takes up half of the free space. If this continues, it will be difficult for them to get along, so it would be better to send them back to the forest soon.
When I was about to tell this fact to him.
Slurp!
The white wolf suddenly turned into fog.
After a while, the white wolf returned to its small size like before. He asked back as if surprised by this.
“Can you freely change your body size?”
[purr!]
“As expected, it’s a convenient ability.”
If you do this, the story will be different.
Ulan chuckled. He roughly stroked the white wolf’s head and turned around.
“Then I’ll be back for a bit, so take a break.”
No answer came back.
As if he had been like that for some time, he curled up his body and quickly fell asleep.
Perhaps, I fell asleep thanks to filling my stomach with magical energy. Ulan, smiling brightly, left the room immediately, leaving the white wolf behind.
And at the same time.
Deflin’s screams rang out from the cabin in Area 1, the fountain of magic.
Chapter 18 It’s not up to you to decide
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