The Crisis World XX

Chap. 104: New Sword Gets!

"Swield users, huh? It's lucky you met me, because I'm the expert."

"Be-so, huh?"

He smiled confidently as Herlin spoke of the sword. Looks like this time I will get a better weapon than the previous cheap sword. Hope so.

We followed Nezumi's father to a room we had never been in before. In this room there are many sword barriers that look not yet finished. There are only blades without a handle, there are also those that are still in the mold.

"This is my work space."

"It's the first time I've been here" said Herlin, who was amazed by the place.

"This is my father's private room, of course there are rarely people who come here. He also doesn't really like it when people come in here" Nezumi explained.

"That's right! But you're different, you managed to get my attention so I'll give you an exception."

"Ehehehe .. te-thank you."

I don't know what he means by praising me or vice versa, so for now I'll just smile.

"Oh yeah, so excited that I haven't introduced myself yet, huh? You can call me Kenshin, Satou-kun!"

"I-I understand, Kenshin-san."

After that brief introduction, Kenshin-san showed me some swords that were suitable and I would wear in the future. But throughout his explanation, I had absolutely no interest in the swords he had shown from earlier here.

All of the sword materials present here no one could match the quality of the sword given by Ryuzaki-san just yet. It really pissed me off when Astaroth destroyed it.

Kenshin-san who seemed to realize that I was not really interested in all the swords he had told me about, then walked over to me.

"What's wrong, Satou-kun? Nothing seems to get your attention, huh? What sword quality is there that no one here meets your standards?"

"Hn? N-no! Of course the swords here had good quality. It's just—"

"You don't have to lie."

"Eh?"

"I've been a swordsman for many years in this modern era. No one buys my handmade but Exception because most prefer firearms for their defense."

"I-it's .. so?" I don't understand what Kenshin-san wants to say.

"Although so, I knew the face of a customer who was dissatisfied with the goods he saw. I know that very well. So if you could, would you be able to show me the standard of the sword you're going to use?"

"...."

I felt bad when Kenshin-san realized that the sword here could not meet my standards. But I also can't wear it if it's below my standards.

So I looked at Herlin for a while, and he also realized that I was looking at him. I know that Cecilia is a secret that can't just be shown to just anyone, but if I don't show it, it'll be hard to describe it.

"What's wrong?" ask Herlin.

"Can I show you Cecilia's sword?"

"For what?"

"I know that Cecilia is a secret. But if I don't show it, I can't show you the sword quality I want."

Herlin was silent for a moment. Although Herlin had known Nezumi and his father for quite some time, I thought that a secret of this magnitude would still require careful consideration to be told.

But after a moment of silence, Herlin then gave his answer.

"As for you, you've already shown it in front of everyone."

"Everyone? Ah ...."

I remember that I took it out once against Oukami Yuu. I was desperate and had no other choice. Yes ... although in the end I still lost, anyway. But in this way I have obtained permission from Herlin.

Shie...

I also focused and condensed my aura which I then turned into the sword form I used to use when fighting.

They both looked surprised by the sword I made.

"A-a sword of aura?!"

"So you're a Transformation?"

Although this sword is strong, but I still prefer to wear a real sword. I still could not perfectly maintain its shape for a long time, and the hardest to maintain was the shape of the handle.

After being solid enough to hold, I gave it to Kenshin-san to touch and hold onto.

"It's not hard for me to explain, but I can indeed form a sword out of my own aura."

"Then why did you come here?" ask Kenshin-san.

"I have my own reasons for that. But for now, can you make a weapon of the same quality?"

"Hm ...."

Kenshin-san took a quick look at my sword that was in his hand at the moment. Nezumi was also curious and took notice of him.

"There's no way we can match his quality!" nezumi.

"Eh? Is the quality really that good?"

"Not only that, the aura feels very strong and I'm sure it can penetrate any material on this earth. Unless the aura of the person you are fighting is stronger than this," Kenshin-san continued.

"Ja-so that is."

I'm so sorry for not using it against Astaroth. I destroyed Ryuzaki's sword and Tetsu's residence.

"So there really is no material that can match the quality, huh?" ask Herlin.

"If it's material from nature, I think it is."

We all fell limp. It seemed like Astaroth's artificial being was indeed too powerful for ordinary materials. But when everything seems to have no hope anymore, Kenshin-san opens his mouth.

"But it's too soon to be sad."

"D-dad?"

Kenshin-san walked to one corner of the room near the fireplace where he melted iron. Then beside him, behind a pile of half-finished blades, he took out a wooden box.

He took it and put it in front of us. A wooden box measuring 120 × 60 cm looks well sealed because it is covered with wood which is then in nails with lots of nails. Kenshin-san opened the wooden box and when the wooden lid opened, we could all see what was inside.

Bones—no, this is a canine tooth that has a length of half my height. The fangs are lying on top of the styrofoam which keeps the quality good and no cracking. And I'm sure the owner of this canine tooth must have a body of unimaginable magnitude.

"Th-this?"

"Do you know the dragon that attacked Nagoya a few weeks ago? I got the reward from that White Cloud leader, Mushino Aoda."

"White Cloud's? If it's not wrong it's the name of one of the organizations in Kuni no Hashira, right?" my many.

"really. But I didn't know there was another attack that night other than Kyoto" Herlin replied.

"How about this? I think this dragon tooth can rival the quality of this sword aura you've created."

I dissolved in my daydream for a moment. If you think about it, this dragon monster came from the same place where Cecilia came from, it meant that the quality was not much different. But I still don't know how far the difference is.

"What do you think, Cecilia?" small mummy.

"You can use it. It's the best material you can find in this city, even though it's still far from the power of my aura."

He still boasted of his strength at the end of the sentence. But in this way I'm sure that this dragon fang is the best choice and I accept it.

"Alright then, I chose that dragon fang!"

"Yes! Already determined! Then you can come back a week from now. I'll make sure I maximize this super material."

"I leave it to you, Kenshin-san!"

After shaking hands with each other, we walked away from the place and walked home. On the way, Herlin and I had a conversation about my new sword.

"What will my sword design look like?"

"You didn't specify it?"

"Eh? Should anyway?"

Herlin patted her face in recognition of my carelessness. "Soundless child. Of course you should. What if the design doesn't go your way?"

"Th-that ...."

I imagined that my sword would be too long so I would have trouble putting it, or it could be too big until I had trouble lifting it, or it could be very small.

"... It seems bad too. What should I do, dong?! Kenshin-san didn't tell me anything about it just now."

"See, but it looks like he'll think about it himself. And that will definitely add to the price."

I stopped my steps. So happy because of the new sword, I forgot the most bitter thing about the cost. Hopefully this time Herlin will pay it again like before.

"Herlin—"

"No way."

"I haven't said anything, oi!"

"Once in a while not staying. You want me to pay for it, right? My finances are now limited like never before."

"But ...."

**

The next week we came back to Nezumi's place to pick up my sword. But when I got in here, my feelings were very unsettled.

"Congratulations da—Oh! You're finally here!"

Kenshin-san immediately greeted us excitedly upon seeing the two of us coming. And from what I see now, it looks like he has already finished his sword.

"L-yes, ka-we came to take his sword," I stammered.

"Ahahaha ... why is it so tense?! You doubt that my sword didn't match your expectations, huh? Just chill! Although it's hard, but I've finished it, really!"

Kenshin-san embraces me intimately trying to convince me that his handmade sword is of high quality. But that's not really what I'm worried about right now.

"Ehehe .. there's no way I'm doubting your job."

"Good then! Come on, I'll take her to her place."

Kenshin-san and I walked first. And before following us, Nezumi and Herlin briefly talked together.

"He doesn't look like he used to, is he sick?"

"No. He was so out of fear that the price of his order sword was too high."

"Oh .. so that's what she's worried about."

"I see from your face, it doesn't seem to cost much."

"I don't know if this price is expensive for you or not, but ...."

Nezumi brought her mouth closer to Herlin's ear and whispered the price of the sword to her. And after hearing the price, Herlin's face became stiff and looked guilty. He slowly looked towards Nezumi who had already kept his face away from Herlin.

"You're kidding me, right?"

"No."

"You must be kidding me right now?"

"No, Herlin."

"You're kidding me for wanting to see my face of shock, right?"

"You have to start accepting reality, Herlin."

Herlin tried to think calmly and rationally. He who was in shock at the moment then walked first with a blank look while thinking about what he would do in front of him to make up for the price. Then Herlin spoke again to Nezumi.

"In retrospect, stealing when forced is not wrong, right?"

"Stop."

Return to Iraya who is currently being led by Kenshin-san at the moment. He looked very worried like someone who was being led to his grave.

Good quality, of course the price is definitely 'good'. That's what's on my mind right now. How will the response I give when the nominal exceeds the money I currently have.

While wondering, I finally arrived at a podium that was covered by a black cloth covering a long object which of course I know what it contains.

Kenshin-san then released his embrace from me and walked beside the podium. He was ready to open the black cloth that covered something on the podium.

"Are you ready, Satou-kun?!"

I just nodded slowly with a smile that was clearly visible I was forcing.

And Kenshin-san opened the black cloth that covered the thing inside. A sword with a broadsword model that has a length of about 80 cm with a black wooden handle on the handle. The model does look simple, but the sparkle on the blade looks different because it is made from real dragon fangs.

"I made it into a medieval-era European sword because it was inspired by your sword aura back then. The process of melting the dragon teeth is also quite difficult and requires high temperatures and long burning. You could say this is one of my best works!" kenshin-san.

It is true that the sword looks extraordinary. I can even feel it from this distance if the sharpness is beyond doubt. But the problem right now is really not that.

I looked back and saw the arrival of Herlin and Nezumi. I looked towards the face of Herlin who already looked like someone wanted to die.

"A-ano Kenshin-san ...."

"Hmm? What's up?"

"It's really an incredible sword, its quality, its sharpness, and its shape aren't playing either. But ...."

"But what?"

"... But the quality must be on par with the price, right?"

"Hmm .. true as well. A sword as good as this is impossible for me to give a cheap price."

"Right as well, yeah. Hehehe ...."

I turned my face away because I did not dare to look at Kenshin-san's face. I have made him create something extraordinary without being able to pay for it. If I hadn't known this guy, I wouldn't have come out alive.

And it seems like Kenshin-san is also aware of my difficulties on this one.

"Satou-kun?"

"Huh-yes?"

"What was it that night— when three meteors appeared in the night sky, did you see it?"

"Yes, I saw it. But luckily the person who created the problem had already managed to deal with Black Rain."

Kenshin-san smiled faintly. "It's true it's you."

Kenshin-san walked around this room while looking at the finished swords and other weapons he had hung on the walls of this room.

"That night I thought my story and Nezumi were over. I refused to be evacuated because I didn't want to leave my house and my work space."

"That's very dangerous" I said.

"I know that. But to me living without my work space means nothing to me. I actually told Nezumi to get out of here and evacuate, but—"

"But of course I won't leave my father alone here. Even if I die, I will die with my father and be destroyed with this place" Nezumi continued.

"That's what he said that night. But everything changed, the three meteors were smashed to pieces and we all survived. It was the most impossible miracle I have ever felt in my life. And it's all thanks to you."

Kenshin-san then took the sword complete with its sheath on display on the podium and gave it to me. I hesitantly accepted it.

"You can take it, as long as you're alive you can keep coming to me even until I'm dead. You can pay him the debt to Nezumi."

"Really?" my words that still do not believe in miracles before my eyes.

"of course! Without Black Rain that night, I wouldn't be able to create the masterpiece you're currently holding."

I'm out of words. Not a single word could come out from my throat, only a word of gratitude was still repeated in my heart at this moment.

"Thank you, Kenshin-san," said I who was finally able to say the word.

"Hehe! Oh yes one more, this is as a bonus for your second purchase here."

He gave me something else. A sword hilt without blades on it, but the hilt felt very cool and comfortable as I held it.

"This ...."

"That's for your aura sword. I don't know how you've held it for so long because it feels like it burns your palms, so I made you the handle of that sword."

I still can't believe it and my mouth is gaping because of the kindness Kenshin-san gave me. "All right, all right, it's time to get out of here" Nezumi said.

He pushed me and Herlin out of here still agape in disbelief. After pushing us to the front door, he waved his hand at us.

"All right, have a nice day."

Blams...

And the door was closed. Herlin and I walked out of the narrow, dirty alley for a while, and then came out of the alley and came to a slightly cleaner sidewalk ....

Bruuks...

I was knee limp on the ground while Herlin leaned limp on the outer wall of the building. We both really can't believe that Kenshin-san and Nezumi would be so kind to us.

"Huh ... What happened just now?" my many.

"I don't know either. Everything happened so fast."

"But in this way, at least I have a much nicer new sword."

"Don't get damaged again, I'll kill you twice if you break it" Herlin said.

"What's the price?"

"Eight hundred thousand yen!"

"Eight ra—?!"

After hearing the price of the sword I was holding right now, in my heart I promised. I, Satou Iraya, hereby promise, will guard this sword with all my soul and body.

Seriate

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¥800.000 \= around Rp. 100,000,000