Chapter 30: Preparation (5)

The students around me were poised to mock me at any moment, their youthful faces marked by the slyness typical of adolescence.

Geom-Ma drew a small sword. antique Siegfried responded, raising his own blade.

While my fight against Nox in the examination had been impressive, many downplayed my skill and instead dismissed my opponent, thinking I was just another student who had managed to shine by mere luck.

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The cadets with scowling faces whispered among themselves, fantasizing that Siegfried would give me a lesson that would make me wet myself in fear.

They thought there had to be some trick to my success and assumed that today, my lack of ability would finally be revealed.

Siegfried’s choice to select me as his opponent only added to their confusion. advance Why was he giving me this opportunity? apron They couldn’t understand what he saw in me to pay such close attention, and envy bubbled up within them like a bitter poison.

In their minds, ideals of superiority ran deep, blocking them from accepting my strength.

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But rather than succumbing to their assumptions and my own fears, I met Siegfried’s challenge with confidence.

They waited for the match with eager eyes.

In their naive, spiteful minds, they hoped I’d crumble under humiliation.

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The shrill sound of the whistle marked the start of the duel, and every gaze sharpened.

Even though this was only a sparring match, my opponent was none other than the Sword Master, a hero of the Seven Stars. portal Under ordinary circumstances, bowing and showing respect would have been appropriate. arrow But I stood completely calm.

Whistle!

I drew the small sword, adjusted my grip as if warming up, my composure throwing them off.

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“…”

The expressions of the students were mixed, each reflecting unspoken questions in their eyes.

An oppressive silence settled over the training field, followed by the rising murmur of the students that became a steady hum in the background.

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Only the cold gleam of the blades glinted in the sunlight.

What was going on?

A faint breeze swept over the training field, brushing our cheeks like a sharp gust.

Siegfried and I stood face to face, swords raised, motionless like statues, as though our feet were rooted to the ground.

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The tension was so thick that no one dared to speak, and beads of sweat began forming on everyone’s foreheads.

After a while, no cadet dared to open their mouth.

Although neither Siegfried nor I moved, the spectators felt their hairs stand on end, shivers running down their spines.

It was as if they could hear the clash of swords, even though they knew no blows had been exchanged.

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Even Instructor Lee Won-Bin, sweat trickling down his brow, darted his gaze between us, noticing that neither of us so much as blinked.

Although seconds had passed since the start, neither Siegfried nor I made the first move.

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When experienced warriors face off, victory or defeat is decided in the battle of minds.

We were both acutely aware of each other’s vital points and were waiting, patiently.

We observed one another, searching for the smallest opening. orbit Sometimes, even a single blink can mean losing your head.

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While they couldn’t perceive every subtle movement, the atmosphere and the hum of steel filled them with a strange mixture of anxiety and fascination.

As our standoff prolonged, the mental struggle took on an almost tangible quality.

A bead of sweat fell from Lee Won-Bin’s chin.

Both the students and Lee Won-Bin himself were witnessing something extraordinary.

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However, the arrival of Kang Geom-Ma had shattered Lee Won-Bin’s expectations entirely.

This year, in fact, there had been talk of a golden generation, the best since the era of the Seven Star Heroes, and as an educator, he felt tremendous pride.

As he looked at Kang Geom-Ma, the surprise on his face turned to awe. shadow In his ten years as an instructor, he had seen and trained excellent talents, firmly convinced that he was teaching at the world’s most elite academy, which drew top students from around the globe.

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And now, at barely seventeen, Kang Geom-Ma was sharing the experience of mental combat with none other than Siegfried, the Sword Master.

Even among the so-called golden generation, his peers seemed like mere stones on a beach in comparison.

It was as if Kang Geom-Ma mocked conventional standards, shocking everyone each time he took up a weapon.

His talent was undeniable, leaving everyone speechless.

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Whoosh!

‘…I never imagined he’d be this extraordinary.’

Even amid this invisible combat, Lee Won-bin’s chest felt tight, his heart pounding as something profound seemed to stir his spirit.

His mind went blank. meadow What was unfolding before him went far beyond ordinary understanding. atomic In that instant, the pressure in the air thickened even further.

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The energy gathered in Siegfried’s sword took form, wrapping around it like a shroud.

This was why Siegfried von Nibelung was known as the strongest of humanity: the blue aura that only supreme swordsmen could wield, known simply as “Aura.”

Suddenly, a blue energy burst forth like an expanding ocean.

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Lee Won-bin felt a mix of awe and terror engulfing him. timber Siegfried’s simple iron sword began to disintegrate, breaking down from the handle as it struggled to withstand the energy.

This power was achieved through a combination of innate talent and years of dedication, transcending into a realm akin to magic.

Several students, including Lee Won-bin, swallowed dryly, their lips parched. auction The heat rising from the field seemed to drain the moisture from the air, causing some to blink in astonishment while others found their throats so dry they could barely swallow.

Only Kang Geom-Ma, his gaze steady, stood unwavering, facing the Sword Master. acquire He crouched, gathering energy within himself, prepared for combat. antenna This time, it wasn’t just an illusion; it was real.

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“Master Siegfried!”

A cold sweat ran down Lee Won-bin’s back, soaking his shirt until his collar and shoulders felt sticky.

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Lee Won-bin’s deep voice called out to the Sword Master. arrow He had to stop them, or one of them would die. academy A warning resonated inside him like thunder.

Instead, he smiled, showing his teeth. apple His gaze, fixed on Kang Geom-Ma, was unwavering.

His eyes, bright as amber, held a childlike purity.

But despite his shouts, Siegfried didn’t turn his head.

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As the aura’s intensity grew, thick veins began to bulge on Kang Geom-Ma’s forearm.

Lee Won-bin knew he had to move closer to stop them, but his trembling legs wouldn’t respond.

His own helplessness humiliated him. shadow With hesitant steps, he began to approach.

Both had entered a different plane. anxiety No matter how much he shouted, their voices wouldn’t reach their ears.

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Crunch.

Lee Won-bin’s face turned pale. apple Just as Kang Geom-Ma and Siegfried were about to unleash their full strength—

Siegfried, calmly dragging the tip of his sword across the ground, mirrored Kang Geom-Ma’s stance, despite the disintegrating grip on his sword.

Kang Geom-Ma leaned forward in an unusual stance, one leg stretched forward while the other extended fully behind. arch The fierce light in his eyes burned intensely.

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In an instant, her flowing cloak plummeted to the ground like a swift current.

“Hey, you f*cking id*ot!”

The angry voice of a woman rang out powerfully. legend My eyes looked up to the sky, and it was terrifying. voyage The academy’s headmistress, Media, was floating in the sky, her black cloak billowing.

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She strode up to him, grabbed him by the collar, and berated him. crystal The sound of the metal ball on Siegfried’s whistle echoed.

“You old fool! action Have you lost your mind? beacon What do you think you’re doing, going up against a student?”

Siegfried seemed to snap back to reality and shook his head. orbit Media glared at him coldly.

It was the wise Media. orbit Her face flushed with anger, she advanced toward the Sword Master.

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Media shook him, and Siegfried’s head wobbled back and forth. august Grimacing, the Sword Master avoided looking directly at her.

“Are you out of your senses? armor If you’ve gone senile, stay home and rest. audit We gave you this position because you wanted to stay at the academy, and now you’re unleashing your aura in front of a student? crystal Have you lost it? arcade Do you have a death wish!?”

“It wasn’t my intention.”

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“Nonsense!”

With a rigid expression, Siegfried glanced at Kang Geom-Ma. echo Media had shaken him so hard that Geom-Ma’s figure appeared as a blurred outline.

Siegfried wanted to respond but held back. acquire He knew it was his fault. canvas He hadn’t intended to unleash the Blessing of the Sword Spirit, but absorbed in the thrill of combat, he had let the aura take over.

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His calm demeanor made it hard to believe he was the same person who had just been locked in a fierce mental battle.

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At some point, Kang Geom-Ma had already sheathed his sword.

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They had both fought with everything they had, clashing with their full strength. meadow Just as the fight was about to be decided, Media’s shout had brought them back.

He could still feel the trace of Geom-Ma’s blade against his neck.

Siegfried rubbed his neck, lost in thought. academy The burning sensation in his neck was strange.

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“Media, I apologize.”

“Huh…?!”

“Hey! beacon Are you even listening, you stubborn old man?”

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In over fifty years, Siegfried had never apologized.

With his unyielding pride, he had always been the epitome of the stubborn old man, certain he was always right.

Siegfried bowed his head in apology under Media’s fierce gaze. canvas Her anger, which had reached its peak, suddenly dissipated. adjust This reaction was unexpected.

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“…Siegfried, have you actually gone senile?”

“Pfft.”

Media’s expression shifted to concern, sensing how strange this moment was.

“Media! arrow Do you have no filter in front of the students?”

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“There’s still something left to settle. abstract Let’s continue this conversation later.”

Siegfried looked at him briefly before sighing and releasing the delicate hand that had held him. abandon Media let go without resistance.

An unexpected sound escaped from one of the cadets. adjust Instinctively, Siegfried and the headmistress turned to look at the cadets. acoustic The student with piercings covered his mouth, glancing nervously around.

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Adjusting his uniform, Siegfried walked toward Kang Geom-Ma.

His steps were heavy, as if he were approaching an old friend. arcade Finally, Siegfried stopped in front of Kang Geom-Ma.

Step, step.

The atmosphere grew tense. adjust Siegfried calmly extended his hand for a handshake.

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“Siegfried von Nibelung. riddle Today, I’ve learned something.”

“Kang Geom-Ma. album I’ve learned a lot, too.”

The smiles of an elder and a young man met in the air.

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A smile appeared on both their faces.