Shadow Farms

“The Conflict Comfort When You're Not Engaged”

“Very wide ..”

I could do nothing but say it out loud as I stepped into the classroom of the Royal Capital Bushin Group 1.

Within the gigantic stadium area, in addition to the dressing room, there were also baths, bars, and several other facilities. Even the doors are automatic (powered by the maid).

Incidentally, the Classroom of Group 9 was outside, be it raining or sunny. There is no door, so there is no need for maids.

In order not to get involved with all that, I changed at super speed, then stayed in the corner to wait for Alexia.

After a while.

“Let's do a little stretching first, huh?”

Alexia wearing a dougi walks into the scene.

The one used for women was a long dress with deep slits, very much like an unadorned Chinese dress. It's black. Bushin Style uses color to show proficiency – black for the best, white for beginners.

Mine is of course white. I'm the only white one in this whole class. I stand out like a swollen thumb.

Ignoring the gaze that consisted of 70% hostility and 30% curiosity, I began to do a light stretch.

“Attracting.”

Alexia said as she followed what I was doing.

In this world, the idea of stretching before practicing is well known, but the way to do it has not been established, so everyone just does it in their own way.

Those who do exercise but underestimate the importance of stretching will surely destroy their bodies. In this world, magic could somehow treat such injuries, but there would still be an effect on its performance.

About this, Alexia was actually quite meticulous, which was praiseworthy. I was also very meticulous in terms of anything related to combat. I have as much confidence as I do in the taste of the drinks I always drink at ‘East Coast’.

After a while, the class began.

“Today onwards, a new friend will join us.”

It was the way the teacher introduced me.

“My name is Sid Kagenou. Please help.”

Then came a barrage of gazes from people who did not consider me a friend at all.

Aah, as expected of Group 1. Just by taking a quick look, I saw super important people here and there. That ikemen there was the second son of the Duke family, the beautiful girl was the daughter of the current leader of the ‘Magic Swordsman Knight Order’, and even the sword instructor of this class is ‘Structure of the Sword Country’. She is a blonde and 28 years old.

“Everything, please get along.”

After that, I started practicing.

Starting from magic control through meditation, all the way to basic training like swing practice.

Good, this is good. Fundamentals important. In Group 9, we only did a short training before everyone started to hit their swords against each other. Guess what's really strong is that they really understand what they're doing.

Everyone here seems to be of a high level, so this is really a very good environment.

Above all, this Royal Capital Bushin Style was a very reasonable one. It is remarkable that any effort poured into it will never be wasted.

“Do you like Royal Capital Bushin Style?”

That's what I asked when the blonde came close to me. If I remember correctly, his name is Zenon Griphi.

“Do I look like that?”

“Oh yes, you look very enjoy it.”

In response to my answer, Zenon-sensei gave a refreshing laugh.

“As you probably already know, Royal Capital Bushin Style is a new branch of Bushin Style. The traditional Bushin Style style was originally the most popular style in our country, so the reformed Royal Capital Bushin Style had a strong start. Later with the support of Princess Iris, it became the second most popular style in the country, after the traditional Bushin Style. ”

“I've heard that Sensei is also quite an influential supporter in this style.”

“What I have done is insignificant compared to what the princess has done. But even so, I felt like I was part of the pioneering Royal Capital Bushin Style into the position it is today. That's why when I see others like this style, I'm so happy that I can't help myself. Sorry for interrupting your training. “

With that, Zenon-sensei went to watch the other students. I also understand his feelings very well. I love seeing Alpha and the other girls swinging my sword style. My sword style was something I developed myself, so the feeling of being recognized when seeing others use it was a kind of overwhelming happiness.

“What are you guys talking about?”

That's Alexia's question.

“About Royal Capital Bushin Style.”

“Fuun. Anyway, next is ‘mass’, so let's pair up with me. ”

The point is to confirm the feeling of using certain techniques and fending off, all without actually touching the opponent.

“Isn't our mastery difference too far?”

“Not going to be a problem.”

So we faced each other with our wooden swords.

I made a move, which Alexia would fend off.

Then he made a move, and I parried him.

The attack did not land, and our movements were slow.

We also do not use any magic.

Around us there were a few pairs that fully used magic and attacked each other violently, but to Alexia's surprise adjusted them to me.

No, rather than adjusting it to me. This is probably what he usually does. ‘Mass’ is ultimately a confirmation of technique, so there is absolutely no need for speed or power. He had a strong view of the true purpose of this training.

This could be seen just from looking at his sword.

Her older sister, Princess Iris, was praised for her power all the way to heaven and was supported by everyone in the country. Genius, ‘wizard’, everyone has a different word to praise him. Right now, he was even said to be the strongest in the entire country.

On the other hand, Alexia's reputation wasn't that good. He had magic, and his sword style was very simple, but it was inferior when compared to his older sister. This was an assessment of Alexia that belonged to the general public.

But now that I was here standing before him, I realized that his sword style was a pretty good sword style in him.

Loyal to the basics, strong foundation, and plain.

Yeah, it's plain. But innocence is the crystallization of his efforts. After all that was useless was removed, then the rest just continued to build on its foundation, step by step.

Delta, look at this well.

I couldn't help but mentally call out the name of the ‘beastman’ girl who swung a sword that was hard for me to admit.

“Good sword style.”

So says Alexia.

“Thank you.”

“But I don't like it.”

So he's the type to take you up before you drop you.

“It makes me look at myself. So stop.”

That's what he said, and started packing. Looks like the class is almost done.

Contrary to public opinion, I was able to safely pass through the classroom without anything untoward happening. Come quickly pack up, change clothes, then come back at full speed …

“Wait a minute.”

Or don't.

Alexia grabbed me by the neck and dragged me somewhere.

“So this is your answer?”

For some reason, we came to Zenon-sensei.

“Iya. I have decided to be with him. “

“You can't keep running like this forever. You know that, right?”

Zenon-sensei questions with angry looking eyes.

“We kids don't understand with adult affairs.”

Alexia said with laughter ‘hohoho’.

Based on this conversation, I finally understood most of what happened. The reason why I was brought here, and the reason why he decided to be with me.

While praying fervently for me not to get involved, I gave myself up and just watched these two protagonists in their show.

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