Chapter 41 (2/2)

”…I will fight him, alright?” (Sheila)

”Eh? Is that as an examiner?” (Doris)

”…Yes.” (Sheila)

Doris was getting more surprised when Sheila nodded.

This was something she totally didn't expect.

It was true that when it was about the test, Sheila was the best choice.

Doris could see the situation from the side, and more importantly, Sheila was stronger than Doris.

However, Doris didn't propose it because she didn't think Sheila would do it by any chance.

”…Is that alright?” (Doris)

”…Yes.” (Sheila)

But, if she wanted to do it, there was no reason not to accept it.

Doris was concerned about why Sheila was motivated, but she decided to leave it aside for the time being.

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As they walked toward the center of the training ground, Soma pulled out his personal weapon from his waist.

It was a familiar wooden stick, but… it was a bit different. Was it properly shaped like a sword?

Although its shape was full of handmade feeling, it was something that could be called as wooden sword.

If Soma went on a journey, he wouldn't be able to wear a stick forever. Hence, it was something prepared by his own hand.

On the other hand, the weapon brought out by his opponent was something that should be called as a sword made of metal.

Unfortunately, Soma didn't know about metals. Although he didn't know what it was specifically made of, he at least had no doubt that her sword was made from steel.

Strictly speaking, it should be called as sword, but… oh well, it didn't matter anyway.

He was more concerned on the other thing. No matter how he thought of it, she didn't seem to be someone who like to compete in a fight.

Moreover, she was wearing robes and covered hood.

It couldn't be helped to think if she was joking, so Aina was somewhat feeling unusual when she thought of it.

Anyway, even she was seemed making jokes, Soma was holding a wooden sword. Some people would see him nothing other than trying to make jokes. In a sense, they were both the same.

Well… at least, Soma didn't think so.

Maybe Lina also was like that.

Anyhow, this time was not Aina's responsibility.

Whether the strength was insufficient, or she was proud, or something that she couldn't see, this was simply a matter of difference in abilities.

Soma and Lina were people who uses swords.

Therefore, they understood whatever the opponent was doing and how much she could do.

In case of Aina, she probably would have made an accurate judgment if the opponent used magic.

Well, if Sheila used magic, there was no problem with her attire in the first place.

In any case, Soma didn't feel conceited as he vigilantly looked forward.

To be honest, this match was unexpected, but… in a sense, it was something he desired.

After all, even if he had abandoned the way of swords, his soul remembered the trace of it.

Once he understand that the opponent was strong, his mind got excited if they could fight.

It was troubling even if he said it himself, but his mouth loosened a little…

”Well then… Begin!” (Doris)

— The Rule of the Sword – Diving Protection of the Dragon G.o.d: Self-taught – Gale Sword.

Simultaneously with the starting signal, the stiffness feeling he had on his arm returned back to normal and his mouth became more loosened.

”Hmmm… As I expected, you can do it. Originally, people think that you will have difficulties to see and to move. Besides, I can't feel your movement at all… It is not only your abilities, that robe itself is a specially made, right?” (Soma)

”…!” (Sheila)

Whether it was unexpected for Soma to see through it, she was slightly perturbed. The force of her sword swing was also shaken, but Soma didn't go against the blow. He leaped to the rear a little.

She didn't chase after this maybe because the words just now were greatly affected her.

In other words, the dress was used not for jokes. Rather, it was to make the opponent put off his guard.

She didn't know why Soma aware of it.

After coming this far, she didn't feel inconvenience at all.

In addition, there was a possibility of her having skills. Although it was a comparative conjecture… she showed that she had no problem making that kind of movement. However, the fact she was perturbed was the most important.

By the way, this was a test, not about winning or losing.

Even if it was mentioned in that way… there was no need to cut corners and lose.

There was no need to hold back if he could win.

Even though things might appear in that way, Soma disliked losing.

And if the opponent was shaken, there was no reason not to take advantage on it.

As Soma loaded a bit of strength into the arm that held the wooden sword, he took a step forward.

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