Became the youngest disciple of God of War - Episode 316
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I moved to the training ground with my brothers. I didn't go at all.
Dolver, a scholar, and Lina, a wizard, don't seem to be particularly interested in sparring..
Aquata, who was annoyingly absent-minded, also left, saying she needed to take care of her skin..
In the end, most of the Badniker brothers who remained were martial artists, but Risen joined, thinking it would be fun..
Even though he was a merchant, it was not surprising that he had strong hedonistic tendencies..
“I know that collector.?”
Raizen came to me and asked in a soft voice..
I thought he had a pretty keen eye, but.
I just admired it on the inside and asked back.
“Why do you ask that question??”
“Or not. I just found your attitude somewhat meaningful..”
“I don't think it was very meaningful..”
“okay? So let's just say it's my intuition..”
Since I didn't say anything more, Ryzen didn't dig into it any more.…….
We finished moving to the training ground without saying anything..
Badniker's outdoor training hall was not dark even in the middle of the night..
This is because street lights were erected in preparation for the occasional night training event..
“I think that’s where we got stuck.?”
“…okay? I'm not sure.”
I chuckled as I watched Hector fool around, then looked up at the training ground..
To be honest, I couldn't predict which of the two would have the clear advantage..
Still, if they fight openly, it is predicted that Heero will win..
I don't know, but it seemed like Ludwig's main fighting style would not be head-to-head combat..
Strong Sword Hiiro, as his name suggests, was facing his opponent with his sword drawn..
I wasn't sure how Ludwig would fight..
“huh?”
“uh…….”
And then a somewhat unexpected development unfolded..
There was nothing in Ludwig's hands as he slowly took his stance..
In other words, it was bare hands..
“Did you learn martial arts with bare hands?……?”
Hector mumbled and I felt him look at me..
This is because I am probably the representative expert in bare-handed martial arts that this guy knows..
I also went up to the training ground with an even more interesting perspective..
And I opened my mouth, remembering what Jane the notary said when I was sparring with Hector..
“There are no specific rules, but since this is sparring, let's avoid using overt killing techniques. You both know how to hold your hands, right? If the battle gets too heated, I'll stop it, so just know that.”
“All right.”
Ludwig responded, and Heero nodded..
I also nodded and said.
“Then let's start.”
As I said, with a languid opening statement…….
It was Ludwig who closed the distance first..
Did you learn any special walking techniques??
Ludwig's new form seemed to fade into a haze for a moment, and then in an instant, it reached Heiro's feet..
Heero wasn't embarrassed..
Rather, he waited quietly until Ludwig got close to him, and only responded after the opponent swung his fist..
Extending the sword in a straight line as if overlapping the opponent's fist..
Tooung……!
Ludwig's new model was pushed backwards with a heavy sound. On the other hand, Heiro did not move from his spot..
This is the moment when the difference in skill is clearly obscured..
‘It's a head-to-head competition, right?.’
Heiro the strong sword.
I know because I experienced it firsthand..
In most cases, it is a sword that is difficult to fight head-on. A strong sword honed to the limit is the crystallization of destructive power..
It breaks shields, shatters armor, and even shatters the strength that surrounds the body..
Eventually, the exposed muscles, no matter how harsh the training, are no different from the soft inner flesh in front of a strong sword..
So, the standard strategy when dealing with Heero is avoidance. That would be the case unless there was some form of defense that could be called seasonal.…….
So how will Ludwig come out??
Ludwig charged in once again, and Heiro extended his sword again. The same scene as before continued until the middle, but…….
Ludwig's movements are a bit strange..
He closed his hands and repeated strange movements as if kneading something, but it looked like he was kneading invisible flour..
And when the new models for the two were narrowed down again.
Left ahhh-!
What looked like a jet black cloth unfolded from Ludwig’s hand..
Heiro was a little surprised, but it was too late to retrieve the outstretched sword..
The wide hem of the cloth wrapped around the sword..
The energy wave contained in Heero's steel sword is heavier than sharp. It means it's not suitable for tearing something apart..
Of course, if it were an ordinary cloth, it could be easily torn, but is it possible that what was taken out at this point was like that?.
An unusual energy was felt in the pitch black fabric that Ludwig had created or pulled out..
‘relic?’
I don't know if it's the original or a replica, but I think it's a pretty great relic.?
it's not strange.
Even when we met before, Ludwig seemed knowledgeable about sacred relics.…….
He must have had at least one or two means of protecting himself in case of an unexpected situation..
It's a life-saving holiday..
In times of crisis, we are talking about a secret tactic that can definitely save your life..
‘I also know Heiro well..’
He probably chose that relic because he knew that Heero's sword wasn't sharp enough..
In any case, the mysterious supernormal power contained in the cloth even suppressed the mana contained in the steel sword..
In that state, Ludwig trampled on Heero's sword..
Cooung……!
The weight of the steel sword carved a crack into the stone slab of the training hall..
Ludwig stepped on the sword with one foot and, from that stance, threw a back kick as if he was performing a trick..
Popping!
At that moment, Heiro let out a fit of energy and raised his blade forcefully..
Did it also have the effect of adding weight to the hem of the fabric? Even though it was the only way to raise a sword, Heero's eyes were bloodshot..
And with a crackling sound, the sword that had been stuck was pulled out again..
wedge!
Ludvik's kick, which lifted his sword and shook his center of gravity, did not hit Heero. It just stopped at the earlobe and passed by..
‘now.’
Ludwig became completely empty in an instant.
Heero swung the sword in his hand like a club and struck Ludvik..
Quaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!
With a loud noise as if a huge rock was crashing into the building. Ludwig's new model flew backwards.
I crossed my arms just before the sword reached me to block it, but…….
“hmm…….”
Ludwig made a perplexed expression as he looked at his trembling arm..
Although it was blocked, it could not be considered a successful defense..
Of course, the thing in front of the crossed arms was the right arm, and it was swollen to the point where it looked ugly..
That's the minimum fracture..
“stop.”
I declared after completing my judgment..
“Heiro wins.”
Clap clap clap.
He clapped in congratulations, and Hector, Raizen, and Arts, who were watching, joined in..
I looked at Ludwig and said.
“You don't plan on fighting any more with that arm, do you? I don't know if it's a real fight, but it's a sparring match..”
“Of course. I admit my defeat.”
Surprisingly cool recognition.
“…….”
Then, what became more uncomfortable was Hiiro's face..
Heero said while glaring at Ludvik..
“You had a gun on your waist.”
“…….”
“Looking at the wrinkles on the inside of the shirt, it looks like he's hiding several daggers, and there's something like a smoke bomb or poison on his belt. Why didn't you use it??”
Ludwig responded with an embarrassed face..
“Didn’t Lord Soga tell you what he said? This isn't real.”
“…….”
Hiiro's expression didn't improve, as if he wasn't satisfied with the answer..
I guess so.
If you had the same spirit as my oldest brother, you would have noticed..
Ludwig didn't fight with all his might..
It's not that I didn't try my best, but I couldn't say I did my best..
“…It's a little uncomfortable, but a win is a win. Now show your face.”
“Of course.”
Do you intend to reveal your face obediently??
Honestly, even though it was something I set up, I'm a little worried..
This is the moment when I tried to mediate again..
Ludwig swept his face once, and the shape of his face changed..
“……!”
Heiro, who was standing across from me, widened his eyes..
Even the guys who were far away seemed shocked..
The face revealed was that of a young man with horrendous burns..
Ludwig said.
“I don't like revealing my face because it's naturally like this. I hope I didn't mess up the master's eyes..”
“hmm.”
“Is this okay?.”
“…that's enough.”
The moment Heiro nodded, Ludwig moved his face in the opposite direction and returned to his original smiling face..
Ludwig lowered his head..
“It was an honor to experience the famous steel sword in person. Well, I'm behind on work, so I'll stop..”
Ludwig left the training ground without receiving any reply.…….
I quietly looked at him and followed him..
***
Ludwig stopped in the backyard of Cycad Hall..
I said while looking at Ludwig's back, who had come to a place where people rarely go..
“Before I knew it, my face got burned.?”
“No way.”
Ludwig turned to me with a somewhat humorous voice..
And when I swept my face again, the face in my memory was revealed..
“It's a double trick. If you prepare another fake face under the fake face in the first place and pretend to reveal your real face when your identity is discovered, you will most likely be fooled..”
“aha.”
Even I, who knew Ludwig's real face, was shocked for a moment..
“Besides, it looks miserable with your eyes open because of the burns, so you might unconsciously think to quickly clean your face.?”
“yes.”
“I don't think I can win.”
“Tsk tsk. Should it be just you??”
“huh?”
“You've become a huge figure while we haven't even seen you. I thought he was a smart guy, but it's Sogaju..”
“This and that happened.”
“What happened?”
“So long, so to speak..”
“aha.”
Ludwig nodded and took out a bottle from his pocket..
Judging by the color, it is a potion..
Ludwig lifted the cap with his mouth and gulped it down..
Then, the swelling on my unsightly right arm gradually subsided..
“Ugh... … . Heero is really rough with his hands, too. Truly an A-level hero.”
Strangely enough, it wasn't awkward to see him just call out Hiiro..
I watched him for a moment and asked.
“My brother saw his father?”
“I saw it.”
“Anyway.”
“…….”
Ludwig was unusually silent..
And without worrying about the dirty wall, I leaned back slightly and looked up at the sky..
I thought that out of all the brothers, only Ludwig could show such behavior..
“To be honest, I don't want my brothers to see that..”
“Isn’t it nice to see a lot??”
“That's not the problem. It just feels a little unrealistic..”
“…….”
“It's kind of hard to say. Even if I say this anyway, you will go see it with your own eyes.?”
“okay.”
“Then you will see for yourself..”
And Ludwig looked at me and said.
“Or do you want to go see it now??”
“uh?”
“I mean father. This time is just fine.”
“…….”
i closed my mouth.
***
Collector Gilbert.
It is said to be another identity of Ludwig..
Among the collectors, Benga is the only one who knows his true identity..
“A collector is entitled to allow his father to greet him.?”
“Of course not. It's okay because you're the owner. Lord Benga also gave permission..”
“Mr. Assad said it would probably be tomorrow..”
“Pretend to only half listen to what the old people in the senior council say. Why does a child need permission to go see his father in the first place??”
“He just said it was okay because I gave him a cow..”
“Did you do that??”
Ludwig tilted his head and asked again..
“Or do you just want to wait until tomorrow? But if you say hello tomorrow, there will be surveillance next to you. Not only the driver and the collector, but also two elders, including Mr. Assad, will be watching. It means that now is the only time I can talk to my father alone. What should I do??”
“hmm.”
That's a bit weird.
I need to check exactly what the Iron Blood Ball's body is like, but if there are a lot of eyes around me, my identity may be discovered..
“Let's just go.”
“I knew it.”
It is said that the place where Iron Blood Ball stays is on the 4th floor of the main building..
A place where only a very limited number of people from the main family can enter..
First of all, even as a small household owner, it is a floor I have never set foot on except when I visited the [Trial Chamber]..
As the two of us walked around the dark mansion with no one around, somehow the sight of the school campus, stained with blood, came to mind from the other side of the world..
Should I call it Badknicker?.
It exudes an insidious presence, as much as a school invaded by the devil..
“This is the room.”
“…….”
“It won't last long, maybe 10 minutes, but it'll be fine.?”
“that's enough.”
I nodded and opened the door..
Beyond the gently opened door, a very spacious interior was visible..
Along with the spicy scent of medicinal herbs, there was something like a hazy water mist floating around, and I thought it was all a device to aid healing..
And the bed in the center of the room.
The canopy bed, which had four pillars and a roof, was large enough to spoil the aesthetics of even a large room..
I walked towards the bed.
At that moment, the soft carpet felt like it was entangling my feet like a swamp..
Strangely, my steps were heavy, and eventually the simple act of walking through the bed curtains was not easy..
My body suddenly feels like it has become lead.…….
Beyond the curtain, I found the face of a boy lying dead..
“ah.”
Iron Bloodsmith Delac C. Badniker.
It wasn't until I saw the figure sleeping as if dead on the bed that I understood..
The meaning of what Ludwig said.
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