Chapter 367 From the past 2
For swordsmen, the sword is all they want to explore.
However, in the case of knights, things are slightly different.
For most of the knights, the important thing is strength and 'honor.'
The term honor had been in their tongues for a long time, even though it had no meaning.
The honor they speak of will never be found when those 'knights' are butchering innocent people after the war.
Rather than honor, it is mostly safe to say those hypocrites are enjoying the attention they are getting, thanks to them emphasizing the word 'honor.'
It is the same as this bastard before me, Eren Morton.
A side character of the game that would make his appearance in the academy. He was especially an active character if the chosen route is knight-route since he is a senior in the knight department.
Even though this bastard is actually evil, he is not a 'villain' in the game but a 'side character.' Because of one thing.
He is close to the main cast; that's it.
In the past, he was one of those who mocked me and spoke without mincing his words. Remembering those memories, I feel like crushing him right now.
"Hey, raise your sword, you dog."
There were quite a lot of times when Callius was secretly abused by those who supported Adelyn.
'He even called me a dog.'
"Should we start?"
Looking at the bastard looking at me with a cheeky smile, all those memories left my head.
Of course, this whole situation was something I was intentionally doing to make my name known, but even then, it now became something personal.
Today's plan was to create a scene around the noble clubs, especially the ones related to swords. The itch to fight with strong people is always there, and the inner swordsman inside me never stops whispering.
Now, some of you might be thinking revealing my sword skills might cause suspicion, but that isn't necessarily the case.
Callius of the past was also known for his exceptional sword skills, but the moment it was revealed that he wasn't blessed and he wouldn't be able to raise his rank immediately, everyone forgot about it.
In the end, for such a world, strength is the one that matters. If it was different, rather than mages, scholars would be more famous.
Therefore, simply displaying pure swordsmanship without revealing my rank as a knight won't do much.
Of course, for those with especially good eyes, in the future, there might be some link to me, but it won't be for now.
The crowd that had gathered around us seemed to enjoy the small wordplay we did as well; considering the human tendencies, that wasn't surprising.
The more interesting it was, the more entertaining it would become.
"Yes, we shall start."
As I nodded my head, Eren flashed a smile as he looked at me.
We were in the same arena I had dueled before. However, this time, the number of spectators had already passed a certain threshold.
Even a senior from the student council came to oversee the duel.
"Both of you ready?"
Hearing his voice, I relaxed my body, feeling the hilt of my 'Nihil' on my hand. Right now, her form has changed, as I didn't want to show her to the world for the time being.
""Yes.""
"Then, you may begin."
With his words, the duel started in earnest.
SWOOSH
Immediately, Eren surged forward with remarkable speed, his blade arcing through the air. From the time I had known him in the past, he was always someone who liked to be aggressive.
His technique was precise, a testament to years of training in the art of the sword.
'Surprisingly easy to see sword.'
Or, it was not.
CHINK
I had faced fierce opponents before, and I wasn't one to be easily overwhelmed, especially against a sword like this.
'But, this can certainly become a good training.'
In the end, I mostly relied on my [All Seeing Eye], and it was also necessary to improve my dynamic vision of my initial body.
I met his attack with the tip of my sword and flawlessly redirected the force behind it.
SWOOSH
However, different from the inexperienced swordsmen, Eren was someone with experience. He was a senior knight.
The power he put into his attack was calculated and precise; thus, he didn't lose control over his body even for a second and kept attacking.
'His body excels in balance.'
He was neither too strong nor too slow; he was in the middle of every aspect– a hexagonal type.
CLANK CLANK CLANK CLANK
I parried his blows, deflecting his strikes with calculated movements.
The way he was moving his body certainly made me understand the difference between a senior and a freshman.
"You are still the same, Callius."
Between his attacks, I could see his arrogant smile.
SWOOSH
Following his words, a natural swing came from the right side, aiming to trap me.
CLANK
With a smooth counter, I blocked the strike. However, as if to prove that he was experienced, he immediately twisted his muscles and pulled off a very hard swing.
CLANK
Which put me in a hard situation. To block the strike, I needed to take a step back, which slightly disturbed my posture.
"Ho, you blocked it?"
He seemed slightly surprised, but the smile on his face widened as he saw me taking a step back.
He understood that it was time to pressure me.
CLANK
He constantly attacked me, pulling maneuvers that were not common and were complex.
And he had yet to use his family's sword techniques.
'Horton Household.'
Even then, the special body of knights was showing its strengths. Without the blessing, all that was left was the 'genes,' and the Horton family was certainly living up to its name.
SWOOSH
But I was also someone from such a family and a 'dragon.'
'He will first faint with a strike from the left, and then he will aim for my right shoulder.'
I analyzed his habits, as we have already clashed swords enough for that.
SWISH
As a smooth 'stroke' came, looking like it was aiming at my left shoulder, I immediately clenched my muscles and raised my sword.
"Got you."
However, as expected, it was a faint.
SWOOSH
And precisely because of that, my attack aimed at his right shoulder was about to land.
"Huh?"
If he were a hexagonal warrior, I would be someone who excelled at speed and dexterity. And my sword especially supported those aspects.
Estoc is a weapon that is long, but it is also a weapon that is very hard to utilize and requires a fast combat style.
Taking advantage of my sword's length, I immediately stabbed at the momentary opening he showed by making a faint.
SPURT
As my sword pierced his right shoulder, I could feel his bones crushing inside. Since we weren't using aura and our bodies were both 0-star, I could feel the aftereffects of my strike a lot better.
"Ku?rgh-!"
I could see him clutching as his face confronted with pain, but I was not to stop.
CLANK
Immediately, following with another stab, I tried to attack his opening, but he was able to block the attack using his sword.
I could see the astonishment in his eyes,
"You've certainly improved, Callius. I never expected to see you wielding a sword like this."
CLANK CLANK
Without answering his words, I continued attacking.
Since his right shoulder was now injured, it was necessary to take advantage of that weakness, and my aim was right at that point.
SWOOSH, CLANK, SWOOSH CLANK
However, something was not right.
He was still blocking my attacks with ease as if he wasn't even injured in the first place.
"What? The cat bit your tongue?"
And the smirk on his face also never disappeared.
CLANK!
And I immediately understood the reason why as the sound of blades clashing rang, and my hands felt numb.
'His bracelet is modified.'
It was because this bastard was cheating….
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