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“Sparring… ¡Ah!”
Raon nodded as he looked at Glenn.
-Correct. It was postponed.
After reaching Transcendence and returning to the family, Glenn had suggested a light training match (sparring). It was indefinitely postponed due to Alice’s poor condition at the time, but now it seemed that he wanted to have that match.
“It would be an honor for me.”
Raon bowed and said he would gratefully accept Glenn’s teachings.
-Ugh!
Wrath shouted in disgust, grabbing his head.
-This won’t make it even louder and harder to sleep!
He let out an irritated groan, complaining that the noise had doubled.
‘I’ll keep quiet.’
-How can you fight calmly with that grumpy old man?!
Wrath gritted his teeth and said it was impossible.
“There’s no need to be so excited.”
Glenn slowly raised the Heavenly Tremor.
“I have no intention of being lenient with you.”
He shook his chin, as if telling Raon to attack with all his might.
“Mmm…”
Raon bit his lip as he looked at Glenn.
‘There are no openings.’
No, should he say everything is an opening? Glenn was standing there, holding his sword, but it felt like he was facing an insurmountable wall. It seemed like there were no openings, but at the same time, everything seemed like an opening.
-That’s the true meaning of a natural stance.
Wrath narrowed his eyes.
-Every place that can be attacked and cannot be attacked is a trap.
He clicked his tongue, saying that that space had already been consumed by Glenn.
“Aren’t you coming?”
Glenn wore a slight smile, enveloped in a heavy yet sharp aura.
“If you hesitate, you’ll be defeated without even wielding your sword once.”
It was just as he said. Just being face-to-face with Glenn made Raon’s head spin and a cold sweat run down his back. He could feel Glenn’s aura gradually invading his space.
-Then I have no choice but to go with power.
Raon exhaled heavily as he unsheathed the Heavenly Drive and the Blade of Requiem. The willpower of the two newly forged swords slowly calmed his unstable emotions. He opened his mental world as he pushed the Heavenly Drive and the Blade of Requiem towards the training ground. Sword Domain. Divine-Demonic Harmony.
A red sun and a blue moon rose above the dark night sky filled with storm clouds.
The aura of heat and cold poured over Raon like stage lights. Kwaaaa! Raon stood in front of Glenn again, holding the Divine Sword forged with the flames of the sun and the Demon Sword crafted with the frost of the moon.
‘The swords give me strength.’
He could feel the flames of the Divine Sword and the frost of the Demon Sword emitting more powerful energy than before. As the Heavenly Drive and the Blade of Requiem were strengthened, it seemed like the level of Divine-Demonic Harmony had also increased.
“I’m coming.”
With those brief words, Raon drew out the Steps of Supreme Harmony. Leaving a crimson flash that pierced the darkness, he positioned himself to Glenn’s left. Uuuuu! When his toes touched the ground, he turned his sword-holding wrist.
Within the flames of the Divine Sword, the crazed beast of Madness Fang rampaged, and upon the frost of the Demon Sword, the icy wind of Blizzard Sword Art bloomed.
He aimed at Glenn’s shoulder and waist, imbuing Sheryl’s dual sword technique with the extreme meanings of Madness Fang and Blizzard Sword Art.
“Evaluating the opponent’s martial prowess and giving it your all from the start…”
Glenn nodded approvingly with a smile.
“It’s a good strategy, but it’s light.”
He thrust the Heavenly Tremor into the narrow space where the Divine Sword and Demon Sword harmonized. It was a strike that instantly disrupted the flow of the dual sword technique that had intertwined like the hands of a clock. Glenn’s sword, lightly wielded, had the weight of a thousand pounds. Madness Fang and Blizzard Sword Art were simultaneously broken, and Raon was violently thrown backward.
“Ugh…”
Raon shrugged off the sweat flowing from his forehead as if nothing had happened and readjusted his grip on the Divine Sword and Demon Sword.
“Then I’ll go a little heavier.”
Biting his lip, he took a step towards the Steps of Supreme Harmony. He rushed forward at a speed that obscured his vision, extending the Divine Sword and Demon Sword right in front of Glenn’s eyes. The flames of the Divine Sword twisted, forming the shape of a dragon, while the frost of the Demon Sword shone like a pure white sphere.
Flame Dragon Strike and Heavy Sky Cannon. Two sword techniques, unmatched in power, exploded simultaneously.
A shockwave that seemed to shake all of Zieghart erupted, twisting the training ground floor and causing cracks to appear in the sky.
“This is quite spicy.”
Glenn lightly brushed the dust off his hands as if receiving the Heavy Sky Cannon and Flame Dragon Strike head-on was nothing.
“As expected, it doesn’t break through.”
Raon frowned as he watched Glenn dissipate the smoke.
“Overpowering with strength is impossible.”
Seeing how Glenn blocked the Heavy Sky Cannon and Flame Dragon Strike without even using all his strength, it seemed impossible to pressure him with power alone.
“Now it’s my turn.”
Glenn swung his sword smoothly. It was a strike as relaxed as if he was stretching, but the result was anything but light. The darkened night sky split open and a red lightning bolt fell. It was Glenn’s lightning aura, stronger and faster than thunder.
“Just blocking won’t be enough…”
If Glenn pushed him back even once, the fight would be over without him being able to wield his sword properly. No matter how strong the sword strike he received, he had to keep a counterattack in mind. Ugh! First, he erected a Wall of Fire with the flames of the Divine Sword to block the falling lightning bolts.
As he endured the overwhelming force of the incoming Lightning Aura with his physical strength, he raised the Demon Sword that had been lowered.
Chiiing! A white wave that emanated from the Demon Sword’s blade tore through the Wall of Fire and swallowed the incoming red Lightning Aura. It was a counterattack technique that erased the opponent’s offense: White Shadow Slash.
“Very sharp!”
Glenn nodded enthusiastically and turned the tip of the Heavenly Tremor. The White Shadow Slash erupted, scattering fragments of lightning as if they were pulverized water.
“I can put a little more force into it.”
Glenn clicked his lips briefly as he approached. The Lightning Aura concentrated in the Heavenly Tremor rushed forward like beams of red light. It was an extremely fast sword technique that transcended even the word “fast.”
He managed to block Glenn’s slash by raising the Divine Sword and Demon Sword diagonally, but the defense wasn’t perfect, allowing the Lightning Aura to penetrate his aura and press against his bones and flesh.
“From now on, you’d better keep your eyes wide open.”
Glenn said something incomprehensible and raised the Heavenly Tremor above his head. A deep and wide night sky settled upon the Heavenly Tremor, with red lightning bolts piercing through it. It was the sword path of the Heavenly Thunder Arts that he had personally taught.
But Glenn’s Heavenly Thunder Arts now had power of a different dimension compared to when he was teaching them. It seemed like his words about not going easy were sincere.
-Still, I have to endure it.
Raon gritted his teeth and faced the Heavenly Thunder Arts that seemed to contain the sky itself. The swordsmanship Glenn was showing was no different from a chance encounter for a swordsman. He had to keep up somehow and learn one more thing.
‘This is how the Heavenly Thunder Arts are used.’
By directly facing the Heavenly Thunder Arts that Glenn was wielding, Raon got a glimpse of how to use them in the future. A sword that presses against the enemy’s vital organs. The Heavenly Thunder Arts weren’t just fast and strong; it was a cruel sword technique that could erode the enemy’s body and mind.
“You’re holding up well. I can increase the intensity.”
Glenn smiled with satisfaction as he imbued the Heavenly Tremor with even denser Lightning Aura. Waves of red lightning enveloped the entire Fifth Training Ground.
‘It’s breaking through…’
Glenn’s lightning aura was piercing through the flames of the Divine Sword and the frost of the Demon Sword, causing electric shocks to run through Raon’s body. The pain and numbness that started at his fingertips spread throughout his body.
“The power of the Lightning Aura isn’t just strength and speed.”
Glenn moved his lips as he gradually intensified the pressure. His sword was mystical one moment and then extended abruptly like a beast the next, making it difficult to grasp his movement.
“Mmm…”
Raon bit his lip. Although he knew the sword path, the Lightning Aura was slowing down his body’s reactions, making it difficult to block properly. The more he struggled, the more he seemed to sink into the swamp of the Lightning Aura.
“Penetrating power.”
Glenn looked at him with a calm gaze that one wouldn’t expect during a training match.
“The Lightning Aura has the power to penetrate the opponent’s aura. If you don’t know it beforehand and pay attention, you’ll inevitably be overwhelmed.”
He gave a slight smile, saying that the Lightning Aura was a great help in prolonged fights.
“It must be difficult to move your body now, so let’s finish this.”
It seemed like Glenn had intended to teach about the use of the Heavenly Thunder Arts and the effectiveness of the Lightning Aura from the beginning, and now he was trying to end the training match. But Raon hadn’t been able to try anything yet. He couldn’t let the match end here. Huk!
As Glenn swung the Heavenly Tremor towards his shoulder, Raon exhaled the breath he had been holding and drew out a newly acquired power.
The fighting spirit of Askara, which resided in his liver, pushed back the lightning aura that had been numbing his entire body. The king’s fighting spirit didn’t yield even to Glenn’s lightning aura, instantly restoring Raon’s body and mind to their original state.
Raon stepped on the ground with his right foot and struck Glenn’s Heavenly Tremor with his Divine Sword and Demon Sword.
Raon Zieghart style swordsmanship.
Sixth form Divine-Demonic Harmony linked technique: Invincible Blue-Red Sword.
The flames and frost that burned on the straight blade exploded as if unleashing their last breath, sweeping over Glenn’s entire body.
“What…?”
For the first time, confusion flashed in Glenn’s eyes. It wasn’t because of the Invincible Blue-Red Sword, but he seemed surprised that Raon could move despite being consumed by the Lightning Aura. Even in his surprise, he slashed with the Heavenly Tremor imbued with Lightning Aura, instantly extinguishing the flames and frost of the Invincible Blue-Red Sword.
“I expected as much.”
Even with Askara’s fighting spirit, the difference between Glenn and him was still enormous. Knowing that he wouldn’t be able to break through, Raon unleashed the final move he had prepared. Chiiing!
The Wooden Ring moved directly from its sheath and jumped behind Glenn’s back. Void Slash. His unique sword control technique, which harmonized Fierce Wave Arts and Spatial Sword, pierced through the red lightning and shot towards Glenn.
As the revived waves of the Invincible Blue-Red Sword pushed from the front and the Void Slash struck from behind, Glenn’s eyes widened at the two-pronged attack.
“Ha!”
For the first time, a deep smile appeared on Glenn’s lips.
“Impressive.”
With his admiration, a lightning bolt of a different caliber than before emerged. The lightning that had been as small as a marble that a child could play with extended in an instant, shattering both the Invincible Blue-Red Sword and the Void Slash.
“Ugh…”
Raon exhaled tiredly as he rolled on the ground. If Glenn had unleashed that Lightning Aura in earnest, Raon would have already been gone from this world. It seemed like Glenn had been holding back until the very end. His true martial prowess was still beyond what Raon could handle.
The Divine Sword and Demon Sword, returned to their original shapes, were weakly embedded in the ground, while the Wooden Ring bounced far away and pierced into the wall.
“Huh…”
As Raon raised his head, breathing heavily, he saw Glenn standing there with a smile.
“It seems you’ve gained something again.”
Glenn brought the Heavenly Drive, the Blade of Requiem, and the Wooden Ring and handed them to Raon.
“You always evolve beyond my expectations, but this time is truly amazing.”
He let out a soft exclamation, seeming genuinely impressed.
“Thank you.”
Raon bowed and said that thanks to Glenn, he was able to test many things.
“The three swords have different personalities, but they suit you well. I look forward to your even brighter future.”
Glenn nodded, congratulating Raon on obtaining good swords.
“I won’t disappoint you.”
Raon sheathed his swords, stood up, and gave a slight smile.
“Hmm, but…”
Glenn’s smile faded as he approached with a serious expression.
“How, how close have you become with Karoon?”
He suddenly mentioned Karoon, frowning deeply.
“Well, we’re not particularly close.”
Raon blanked out for a moment before shaking his head. Although Glenn seemed to want him to be close to Karoon, Raon honestly told him that their current relationship wasn’t deep.
“Is, is that so?”
However, Glenn briefly curved the corners of his mouth, as if he was pleased.
“Yes. I think it’s admirable that he’s reflecting on his past and showing a change, but we’re not close to achieving it yet.”
“What’s admirable about that guy? Absolutely nothing!”
Glenn shook his head and said it was still far from that.
“As it is now. Keep it exactly as it is now.”
Glenn patted Raon on the shoulder as if telling him not to get close to Karoon, then left the training ground with lighter steps than before.
“Oh…”
Raon blinked in bewilderment as he watched Glenn leave the training ground.
“What is this about? Is Karoon an enemy?”
-Yes
Wrath yawned long and shook his head.
-I wonder when these fools will understand each other.
He urged Raon to go to sleep quickly, patting his head.
* * *
“From now on, your name will be Dark Wave. It means burying enemies in the waves of death!”
The swordsman of the first team of the Light Wind Division raised a black sword, curving his lips in a long smile.
“That level of wave couldn’t even reach the fingers of this Green Wave version 3, right? Look at this shiny sword!”
The swordsman of the second team exclaimed as he looked at his sword with a faint green glow.
“Super Haksaru, Destiny of Fate, I’m sorry! My new sword, Storm of Tempest, is guiding my soul!”
The swordsman of the 3rd team shed tears as he embraced his sword from which blue wind emanated.
“Haha…”
Raon let out a deep sigh as he watched the swordsmen showing off their sword madness after a long time.
‘They’re still like this.’
Even in the early days of the Light Wind Division, they competed by giving childish names to their swords, and it was ridiculous that they still did so now that they were older, just because they received new swords. However, they weren’t the only ones who were rejoicing.
Thanks to all the swordsmen of the Light Wind Division receiving swords made from dragon bones, the Fifth Training Ground was now filled with happy laughter instead of shouts of effort.
“I really like this sword after all…”
Runaan blinked with his blank eyes as he wielded his new sword, which retained the shape of Snow Flower.
“Because the familiar feels best.”
Martha also drew a deep smile, seemingly pleased with her newly forged sword based on the one Denier had given her.
‘Hmm? This aura is…’
As Raon smiled at the swordsmen who were enjoying their new swords, he felt a familiar presence approaching the Fifth Training Ground.
Thud.
The door to the Fifth Training Ground opened and Mark Goetun, dressed in a gray robe, entered.
“Huh?”
“Sir Mark Goetun!”
“Have you returned?”
Dorian, Burren, and Martha rushed towards Mark Goetun, seemingly happy to see him.
“It’s been a while.”
Mark Goetun gave a slight bow to the Light Wind Division swordsmen and walked towards the platform.
“Greetings, Division Leader. I have returned after completing my training at the Holy Sword Alliance.”
He knelt with a heavier look than before and bowed his head.
“You’ve worked hard.”
Raon stepped down from the platform to greet Mark Goetun.
“It seems you’ve made quite a bit of progress.”
“After diligently training day by day, I saw a small path.”
Mark Goetun smiled slightly and said that training never betrays you.
“As you said, Division Leader, Lawrence seemed cold, but he was actually very considerate. Whenever I turned to him, he helped me in various ways.”
He nodded, saying that he was able to grow a lot thanks to Lawrence.
—It seems so. Although I’m sure Lawrence was annoyed.
Raon narrowed his eyes as he examined Mark Goetun’s aura.
“He’s really grown a lot.”
Although it wasn’t a short period, Mark Goetun had returned with surprising growth. Before going to the Holy Sword Alliance, he felt on par with Runaan or Martha, but now he was slightly ahead. It seemed like Mark Goetun would be the first to break through the Grand Master barrier.
-It seems like he’s also regained some composure.
‘Indeed.’
Mark Goetun had always lived with a sense of urgency after being called a genius and then his skills stagnating upon entering the Master level. But now, his eyes had the relaxed and serene gaze of a seasoned martial artist.
“When I heard the news about the Vice Leader, I wanted to come immediately, but the Alliance Leader stopped me. He said that person wouldn’t want me to abandon my training.”
Mark Goetun bit his lip and bowed his head, apologizing for not being able to attend Rimmer’s funeral.
“No, that’s correct.”
Raon smiled and shook his head.
«The Master would have said the same thing.»
Rimmer had always been indifferent to death. If Mark Goet un had missed the funeral due to training, Rimmer would have been pleased.
“But it seems everyone has changed somehow.”
Mark Goetun looked at the Light Wind Division swordsmen and tilted his head.
“We have new swords!”
Dorian proudly waved his newly received sword.
“Swords? Ah, from that dragon you caught?”
Mark Goetun nodded as if he now understood.
“How about you take this opportunity to make yourself a new sword, Sir Mark?”
Raon pointed at the other swordsmen’s swords, suggesting that Mark Goetun should also make a sword.
“It’s a good opportunity, but this sword the Division Leader gave me is enough for me.”
Mark Goetun shook his head and said he didn’t have any greed for weapons. He seemed like a detached sage without worldly desires.
“We can improve that sword as a base.”
“Is that possible?”
“The people of Mirtan Village right now are quite extraordinary…”
Raon nodded and told him about the master craftsmen of Mirtan.
“That, that sounds tempting. No, I want to make one!”
Mark Goetun’s detachment ended in an instant. It seemed that even he couldn’t resist a sword made by a continental master.
“Then let’s go immediately since we’re on the subject.”
As Raon was leaving the training ground with Mark Goetun to go to Mirtan Village, he saw the leader of the Shadow Agents, Chad, running towards them.
“Division Leader!”
Chad approached with a severe expression and bowed his head.
“The Head of House has summoned you.”
He exhaled softly, saying they should go to the audience chamber now.
“Is it urgent?”
“Yes. From the Warring Steel Division, on a mission…”
Chad nodded heavily and continued.
“An urgent request for support has arrived…”
He bit his lip with a somber expression.
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