379 The Kung Fu called Speed (1/2)

Ordinarily, a fight against an S-ranked expert would be a highly anticipated event. However, watching this match, the princess couldn't help but wince in pity for her godfather as Zero used him as a demonstration for some new fighting techniques that included the mysterious art of hitting acupoints.

”This is also a good point that you should try and get when you can. It's just underneath the elbow and hitting here,” Zero demonstrated with a swift jab to the point, ”It will make them drop their weapons.”

Princess Dorothy didn't know if she should continue monitoring the one-sided sparring or take notes. Eventually, she settled for both and Zero moved on to the next point on the knee, causing Dorgon to crumble to the ground. The guild master might be a strong warrior but Zero wasn't weak. He was faster and more accurate than Dorgon despite not using any magic. Training with a vampire made Zero much better than most warriors. Speed was the one Kung fu that wouldn't betray their master.

Dorgon couldn't understand it. Elves were known to be more nimble and agile but Zero's speed was out of this world. It was as if the healer wasn't even trying. In addition, the scary techniques of using acupoints to render him paralysed for a few seconds in actual combat and giving the princess a lecture made the guild master think twice. Zero was obviously toying with him but there wasn't anything he could do.

”This here,” Zero tapped the dwarf's chest and Dorgon immediately froze. ”Is something you can use to immobilise a person. Unlike the other pressure points, this is special. If it isn't unblocked, it will paralyse a person for twenty-four hours. Any questions?”

Princess Dorothy shook her head and looked at her godfather with pity. Zero was merciful and none of what he did was considered life-threatening. Still, it must be humiliating for an S-ranked ex-adventurer to be so easily defeated. Her teacher was really amazing and for some reason, Princess Dorothy felt as if her interference wasn't actually needed. Her godfather would be bruised at most but Zero wasn't really going to kill him.

”Godfather... are you satisfied now? I think my teacher is overqualified for the rank but please help her to make that registration as a C-rank like what she wanted.”

The dwarven hero gritted his teeth and Zero smirked at him before undoing the paralysis. ”There we go, Mr Hero. I don't usually like heroes but I'll make an exception for you since you have a heart for the people. If you want a rematch, I'll be ready.”

Overjoyed, Princess Dorothy congratulated her teacher and gave her godfather a kiss on the cheek before bidding him farewell. Zero was dragged back to the castle by the princess who wanted to tell her the good news.

Once Zero was back at the castle, Motley let Truen go. The archer didn't spare any manners for the chancellor and jumped out of the window to greet Zero.

”Are you alright? I swear they were up to something back there... did anyone get injured?”

The princess giggled. ”Other than my godfather's bruised ego, everything is fine. Oh, teacher. I wanted to let you know that Fae King Vivian would be visiting tomorrow. He wanted to see the saviours of Magnus Hilda and extend his thanks. Won't you stay and meet with him?”

Truen looked at the princess with worry. Zero didn't look too confident either and frowned. ”I can meet with him but will you be alright? You've spent a month with me going through harsh training to become a beauty but we both know there is still much to work on. Are you going to confess?”

The princess smiled. ”That, my dear teacher, is for me to worry about. Fret not, as your student I will always remember your words. Even if the confession doesn't go well, I will not neglect my duty as a princess to my people. Beauty is from the soul and I wear the title of a princess proudly. There are too many things to be done even if I suffer from a broken heart. There are many things in life to experience apart from love, I will be fine.”

Hearing the words of wisdom coming from the young lady, Zero was finally reassured. Knowing that Princess Dorothy had truly matured, she would be able to handle her father and anything that came her way. ”You're becoming more and more similar to Queen Demora. I'm sure your godfather would be shocked to see the changes in the next few days. Take time to show him what you've learnt in that one month with me and whoop his ass! He deserves that much for being an irresponsible guild master, doesn't he?”