Battle War; Magic, Sword and Dragon

Duel

Someone once said, 'life is sometimes unpredictable, but that's what makes life meaningful'.

Riku himself did not agree because for him, the unpredictable path of life only makes life more interesting, not making it meaningful.

But does something unpredictable have to happen all the time?

It seems like someone is happy that Riku is living life without guessing.

"But what do you mean by something to do with me?"

"Yes. What's that supposed?" Added Helen who felt strange with Melisa's explanation.

Melisa made a complicated face, then she sighed deeply.

"It's no secret that Riku has a relationship with Lararis."

As he said that, killing intent was felt from the disciples. Especially from Riku class.

Riku smiled wryly as the killing intent was not hidden at all. Perhaps this was the reason why only three people were close to him?

"So morning Lunaris came to the office giving advice 'what if the opponent of the training duel this time is class S?' I actually wanted to refuse, but because it was interesting, so I accepted."

"So it's your fault?"

"Don't throw blame at others."

" Yes yes... Although I wanted to kill kepa*at because it was close to Miss Lunaris, but this time she was not wrong. Why do you always get us in trouble?"

The students protested. Although there are some things that should not be said.

"Shut up!!!"

Class mute.

"I'm telling you, although S-ranking is rare, it doesn't mean they don't exist. Maybe more than you think. Fighting against A-rank alone will only make you blunt."

Melisa's words have a point, so no one disputes.

"But I have to admit, S rank magicians are indeed special. If you're one-on-one, I'll make sure you're all dusted in a few minutes. Sorry, a few seconds."

Can you stop making dangerous jokes?

"Therefore, in this duel, our class will make a team. Three of you will be facing off against one of the S rank disciples. With that at least you'll last longer."

Hearing that the disciples were happy.

From someone else's point of view this might sound unfair, but that's the difference between an S rank and a B rank. Even though it makes a team, not necessarily it makes both sides equal.

"All right, you guys make a team. Try to keep the team in good balance."

A few minutes later, a team from the 1-B class was formed. It was just that there was one disciple who didn't seem to get a single team.

Who else if that disciple is not Riku.

(I know there's something strange about this match practice, but it's outrageous.).

Riku. He knew that the number of students in the class was slightly deviated if a team of three was created, but it seemed that the team had indeed formed from the beginning.

For him who is a transfer student, where it is possible to directly get team members. Especially the class that hated it.

(I want to go home)

Riku wanted to run away, but as usual, it was impossible.

Then, the training duel began. Unlike ordinary classes, S classes only consist of 20 students per class. That number was very small when compared to ordinary classes that could reach 100 students per class.

Not strange in this duel the students of class S not only consist of class 1, but also consist of class 2 and 3. It also explained why there were Aura, Saria and Lunaris.

Since the first fight, it could be seen that the difference in strength between S rank and B rank magicians was obvious. Even often the magic pressure released by one S rank outperformed three B ranks.

Not only from magic pressure, from weapon techniques, magic power, arm and beast control, class S students outperformed all those things from class B. The result of the duel can be guessed easily, from 10 duels, none of class B won.

"What do you think?"

Helen approached and asked Riku who was observing the duel.

Class S was a bespectacled young man who had the impression of a nerd, but that impression would instantly be replaced by the beast he had. A golden wolf of 5 meters.

Not only that, the young man also used a weapon resembling a claw.

Class B itself consists of two Users and a Contractor with arms in the form of swords and arrows. For a snake beast with a length of 3 meters. Small to the size of a beast, but it had a fairly lethal poison attack.

"The B-class team position is actually not as bad as it seems. The beast looked strong and threatening, but actually its greatest strength was in agility, if it could resist movement or distract, the B-class disciples could attack."

"But doesn't he have an amazing technique. I can see that his technique isn't half-and-half."

In the eyes of others, the technique of an S class disciple was already extraordinary, but in Riku's eyes it looked ordinary.

"Indeed, but he has a big weakness. The weapon has a limited range. Our side that has archers will be seeded."

It was not only Riku who realized this, but also the B-class team. They made perfect use of the gap and attacked with arrows from the blind spot.

Unfortunately, the attack was successfully resisted with a beast. Not only used to attack, the beast can also be used as a meat shield, that's one of the advantages of the Contractor.

"If we can't overcome the beast first, our class won't be able to attack. It's pretty hard. Lose again. Class S students are monsters."

As time went on, the duel entered the final stage and showed the winner. Again with class S.

The students of class 1-B who initially believed they could fight back, now began to look desperate. Their morale is declining due to a crushing defeat.

(Team 3 B rankers are the usual array in a Knight when facing an S rank magician. It is not impossible to win)

But why still lose?

This defeat left Riku confused. What distinguishes the two sides so far apart from the rankings?

While observing the two sides, Riku finally realized one thing. From the beginning, his classmates had no intention of winning. To them losing to an S rank magician was something ordinary. No one should be ashamed of this.

Realizing this Riku felt irritated.

"Well, who's going to move on next?"

Melisa gave a sign to the next team to be ready for the duel. As the next team prepared to advance, they all stopped because in the arena there was already a figure that preceded them.

"The stupid one. What's he doing?"

Guy didn't expect Riku to get ahead of the class. Many disliked Riku for his relationship with Lunaris, but fighting against an S rank magician alone was a reckless act. And stupid.

Guy tries to get into the arena because he doesn't want Riku to fight alone, but Helen stops him.

"Why are you blocking me?"

"This is a good opportunity to see Riku's ability. If Riku is the person we think he is, he is not weak."

"Do you still think that Riku is that person?"

That fellow. The person who was known as a genius since childhood and was also the fiancee of Lunaris.

Given Riku's closeness to Lunaris, Riku's figure was undoubtedly that person, but there was a possibility that he wasn't.

As the two were making a fuss, Melisa confirmed to Riku about her decision. He even gave the opportunity to wait for a classmate who joined him to fight against S class.

"No problem. I can face it myself. The duel will end soon."

Riku said that with a smile. Even so, he did not release his eyes from his opponent. A red-haired young man with eyes that resembled flames flared up.

"Dam. I knew he was in S class, but I didn't think he was going to fight Riku."

The figure of Riku's opponent is quite famous in school. Not only did he have an S rank, but he also had a high rank in the school. He also has a background that is no less extraordinary.

In the eyes of others, Riku's opponent this time was undoubtedly a main character in the story.

"Amarios!!!"

The young man summoned an arm in the form of a large sword with fierce blazing fire. Heat felt to the outside of the arena . Simultaneously, the magic pressure of the young man became so strong and heavy.

All of that is proof that among the students of class S, he is a special figure.

Surprisingly the young man's eyes were filled with hostility as if he wanted to chop Riku into thousands of pieces.

(I never met him. So there's no way I have a problem with him, ... unless.).

Glancing at the smiling Lunaris full of happiness, his guess seemed to be correct.

(Really, love makes people blind. But the angel who seduces more makes the man blind)

If others knew what he had done with Lunaris, would anyone have let him live?

Let alone the young man, he would not go to school again if anyone knew what he had done with Lunaris.

"Both sides get ready!"

Melisa gives aba aba. Riku's opponent had been preparing since before after calling out his arm. While Riku still looks relaxed with a sword that is still sheathed.

Seeing this situation, many would think that Riku would draw his sword when the duel began, but Riku would not do that.

Only three S-class students knew of this.

"Start!!"

Riku's opponent prepared to dart towards Riku with a huge slash filled with destructive power, but Riku's figure suddenly disappeared from his sight.

A moment later, he felt something touch his neck. It was the tip of Riku's sword sheath.

"Give up, you're dead in this fight."

"..."

Not only Riku's opponent, but all the disciples in that place were silent at the pecking order because they did not know what was really happening.

"Don't joke!! Who is dead!!"

Riku's opponent did not want to admit his defeat and attacked again, but just like before, suddenly his neck was already drawn by the tip of Riku's sword sheath.

"The second death!!"

"Tch!!!"

Once again Riku's opponent did not want to admit his defeat and attacked Riku.

"Where might I lose to a B rank like you!! Flame Blaze!!"

A firestorm came out from Riku's opponent's sword and engulfed Riku's figure completely. Riku's opponent thought he had won, but just as before a sword sheath tip was back in the neck.

"Frankly, if I'm serious, maybe the end of this duel will be even more painful."

"Yes!!! I lost...!!"

Although it seemed unacceptable with his defeat, but the young man gave up. He understood, if he insisted on staying against Riku, it would only embarrass himself.

Losing to B rank is bad, but there is nothing worse than being mistaken for a loser who does not want to lose.

"Winner Riku."

Melisa still looked calm, but she could not hide her surprise from her eyes.

What Riku did was nothing more than to move quickly. But not fast in vain. There were special techniques used and those techniques were specific to the already trained assassins.

"Will anyone fight me?"

The students of S class were doubtful. After all what they had just seen exceeded the estimated limit. Given how easily Riku defeated the young man earlier, what about them?

Suddenly a young man jumped into the arena to make the floor destroyed. Unlike the previous youth, the young man had a stocky body. Every muscle in his body so protruding showed great strength. Moreover, the aura coming out of the young man was so powerful and suppressing.

"My name is Romeo Yujineto. As a 3rd grader I had only seen the first time that someone could use the Lightning Step technique so easily."

"Thank you for the compliment. The Lightning Step technique isn't a difficult technique, so I don't think it's something that should be exaggerated."

Romeo smiled widely. Then he laughed satisfied.

"Haha.I know you're trying to be inconspicuous, but it's free. In the near future the whole school will know you managed to defeat Gon with no effort. It's just a matter of hiding your powers."

So his name is Gon. Riku seemed to have heard that from Helen.

(A.... I recall. If not mistaken Gon is ranked 5th in school)

Helen told him the name he should avoid (watch out) at school because he did not want any problems with them. The high ranking owners not only had strength above the average of the disciples, but also had a background that could not be underestimated.

For B rank disciples, it was already a natural thing if it was impossible to defeat them, let alone want to create trouble.

In conclusion, inevitably, Riku had to admit that he had done something that was considered impossible by most people.

(Forget. Impossible to back off now)

Riku shook his head. He began to focus on the figure that would be his opponent.

Romeo Yujineto student with number 7. Although inferior to Gon, it does not mean Romeo is weaker. Even if pitted, Romeo would easily defeat Gon.

But since the rank was not only determined by strength, it was not strange that he was inferior.

"It looks like it is. So what is your goal for revenge?"

"Don't treat him like he's dead. Indeed if it was in a real fight, he would have been dead."

"Hey I can hear you guys. Don't underestimate me!!!"

The two ignored Gon's protest from the edge of the arena.

"I just want a duel with you, isn't that enough?"

"No. After all we are standing in this arena indeed for a duel. So then... Can we just start?"

"I'm glad you understand!!"

Knowing the two fighters were ready, Melisa started giving aba aba.

"Both sides get ready, ...begin!!"