The Legendary Moonlight Scluptor

Contend with the Master!

The situation calmed down as he watched Ahn Hyundo who was walking into the middle of the field.

The practitioners rejoice, "Asik! We'll see Master's sword technique directly."

"Small opportunities like this will only come once in a lifetime, right?"

"That's fine. Lucky to be present today."

The practitioners held their breaths as Ahn Hyundo came face to face with Weed. Although it is undeniable, they expect to be able to watch the show of the dojang leader in a more noble way, not against someone who is already exhausted.

Each instructor was also confused by Ahn Hyundo's actions, 'I didn't expect Hyung-nim to step in, even though he was very interested in the boy.'

'If this continues to be left, fearing that many others will want to challenge him.'

Ahn Hyundo is the main pride of the Republic of South Korea in the world of swords. But, it was very, very rare to see him having a duel in public like this other than in an official match. It could even be said, some of them had never seen his sword techniques directly.

Although Lee Hyun had defeated 9 seniors in this dojang, it was because the strength between them had a huge gap. As well as the strength between Ahn Hyundo and Lee Hyun, his woe was too far away. No matter how much senior martial artist Lee Hyun defeated, he was still unable to defeat a genuine pro.

Everyone who was deep in the martial world knew clearly how strong an Ahn Hyundo was.

Regarding, Lee Hyun, the instructors were not agitated at all at him. They greatly admired his sword technique which managed to curl up the opponent, his admirable stamina, and his burning spirit.

But Chung Il Hoon's unrest did not improve, 'This obstructive feeling is very uncomfortable.'

Usually Chung Il Hoon will be very excited when watching Ahn Hyundo who will fight. 'This is unusual. Ah, he's not gonna be serious, is he?'

Ahn Hyundo had reached the highest peak in the world of swordsmanship. Only those below can see it.

Chung Il Hoon shook his head and nodded his head several times. Ahn Hyundo would fight with him wearing a sword at least once a week. As the fight progressed, he would feel a cornered feeling, his eyes as if blind could not see a single flaw. Makes her feel both hopeless and amazed. He could not even dream of reaching a level where he could touch the tip of his collar.

So, in this fight, it was highly unlikely that Ahn Hyundo could lose. Chung Il Hoon looked at the two people in the field with a North Pole-cold system, then he let out a long sigh, I can't do anything to stop them. Hyung-nim will soon fight his favorite disciple. Good luck, Lee Hyun.'

Chung Il Hoon could see Lee Hyun's main weakness. 'Lee Hyun's stamina had already reached its limit. It was his determination that made him able to survive this far, but soon that determination would collapse.'

No matter who the martial practitioner Lee Hyun was going to fight next, his body would not last much longer. He had reached an extreme condition after fighting 9 people in a row.

Chung Il Hoon was convinced that Lee Hyun's incredible stamina was coming to an end. 'In the end Hyung-nim doesn't need to do much to conquer someone who is already dying.'

However, Chung Il Hoon's estimation was completely wrong. His head throbbed again as Ahn Hyundo offered something dangerous to Lee Hyun.

Ahn Hyundo crossed his legs and rested on the wooden sword in his right hand, "Do you really like using wooden swords? I also have a wooden sword in my hand. But, don't you want to feel like fighting with a real sword?"

"Young-nim! That doesn't make any sense!" Chung Il Hoon shouted. Previously he had never stopped Ahn Hyundo's decision, but this time he couldn't keep quiet. "After all, he is just a beginner! And the novice swordsman doesn't know how to use the sword properly in a match!"

"Argh! Hoon! I didn't ask you!" Ahn Hyundo stared at the fiery Chung Il Hoon, "I spoke to my opponent! Don't interrupt the match!" His voice sounded resolutely not accepting the rebuttal.

To be honest, no one could stop Ahn Hyundo. Including Chung Il Hoon though, if he insisted on challenging him, then it was likely that he would become the subject of Ahn Hyundo's anger-washing.

No one dared to take such a frightening risk.

The instructors fell silent, turning to look at Lee Hyun for him to reject the proposal. Their gazes seemed to reveal the same thing, 'It would be more if you stopped now rather than battered.'

Compete with a real sword.

Literally, whoever it was and no matter how skilled he was, upon hearing the word battle with the real sword would definitely feel fear.

However, Lee Hyun stood upright without faltering, "Alright."

Everyone complains about this choice simultaneously.

In contrast to Ahn Hyundo who immediately praised him, "It's so good! You never give up! This is proof as a real man! Chaenyol, go to my room, and bring two swords that stick to the wall. Do you know where the sword is?"

"Young-nim!" Chaenyol looked at Chung Il Hoon as Ahn Hyundo stared at him firmly. After getting a nod from Chung Il Hoon, the young man ran to get a sword.

'I didn't think the problem would get worse. The swords are very sharp. I hope nothing bad happens.' Chung Il Hoon strengthened his heart even though he was very anxious about the end result somehow horrible.

After a while Lee Hyun was finally able to hold the real sword. He felt his mind become clear as his index finger tested the sharpness of the sword, 'A sword.'

Suddenly Lee Hyun realized he was stuck in the dojo, 'Huh? Why am I here?'

Lee Hyun thought that he had finished visiting grandma in the hospital. Then go to a used bookstore to buy GED exam kits. Then, old memories gushed into his instincts as he passed through the dojo. Originally, his arrival here only wanted to clear his mind of frustration instead of a genuine swordfight like this.

Because for Lee Hyun, when sweating the results of practicing the sword is very refreshing.

Lee Hyun was challenged to fight with a wooden sword vs. a wooden sword. There was no reason for him to reject a fair challenge. His first opponent was a little weak. When feeling the reproach of Lee Hyun's opponent immediately defeated the opponent by a landslide. There was no reason for him to extend the duration of the fight.

A true fighter must use his muscle strength potential well. This arises when utilizing the breathing and core flexibility of the body.

After his first opponent retreated, another stronger challenger appeared. Because Lee Hyun had a lot of experience in fighting a swordsman. When the fight starts, he instinctively looks for the opponent's weak point. Before long he could figure out that the opposing swordsmanship was defense-oriented. However, the techniques used are not perfect. It was also then that he discovered the flaw of the opponent's technique. Lee Hyun used the opportunity to attack his weak point.

Finally the second victory again sided with Lee Hyun, Not to be mistaken, my sword skills improved thanks to Royal Road. Because I have fought desperately tens of thousands of times.'

Most people who play in Royal Road only rely on skill and game mechanics. But, not with Lee Hyun, he earnestly studied swordsmanship in the real world and then practiced it in games. In fact, people as unique as themselves are very rarely found. Otherwise, all sword masters in virtual reality would become sword masters.

Shortly after Lee Hyun defeated the second practitioner, another challenger reappeared.

Lee Hyun was furious at this fact, 'Why?! You guys don't want me to beat? Why are they so determined to defeat me?!'

Lee Hyun was unaware that his increasingly sharp eyes looked like a starving wolf that managed to intimidate others.

Sharp and tough like a wild beast of a wilderness lord!

But, reality just blew away his consciousness. He turned out to be the center of attention.

Now even he was holding a real sword. 'Original sword yes, cool hehehe.'

Lee Hyun shook his head a few times to shake off the joy that was running through his heart. But his body could not remain silent. It felt like every cell in his body was churning violently. Now he felt as if his gaze felt 5 times clearer.

From this morning, Lee Hyun's body was very sensitive to everything around him. He was stressed and could not relieve his anxiety.

Lee Hyun adjusted his breathing in such a way, trying to stay calm.

Ahn Hyundo understood the situation to the point of not attacking immediately. Indirectly, he knew the crazy spirit in Lee Hyun's body while holding the real sword.

Thanks to that, Lee Hyun was able to rest for a while to stabilize his muscles and blood vessels.

His fingers were in direct contact with when the sword felt cold. But the burning heat in his heart continued to rise. 'So, like this it feels like holding a real sword.'

But, Lee Hyun did not know why he was here and in this situation. Previously, he had come just to look for sweat and relieve fatigue. I can't believe what happened. 'Did I just give up?'

'Such cowardice is not worth it. 'Ah, I don't know. After all, there was no point in fighting without anyone fighting. I could have been injured while dealing with a sword this sharp. It's not any good at all.'

Lee Hyun finally put back his sword, and apologized respectfully to admit defeat.

But, Ahn Hyundo seemed to have no intention of letting go, "Don't tell me, are you scared? It's weird, when I thought you were so brave. But it turns out there's nothing. Yes, the law of the jungle also says, in the wild when met with a monster that is stronger even a wild beast will twist its tail and escape with all its might."

Lee Hyun's emotions re-peaked, and his desire to fight resurfaced. In an instant he raised the sharp sword.

Chaeaeaeng!

Once it let out a sharp metallic sound while splitting the air.

Having been provoked, Lee Hyun again did not realize his actions even though his body was already very exhausted.

Before him, Ahn Hyundo had also received his part sword. He took a step back lightly, hiding a victorious smile after successfully provoking the opponent, "If you are unable to swing his sword, it is better not to overdo it. You did swing your sword once, but it was too careless. What if you try the second swing?"

The algae!

As he tightly grasped the sword, Lee Hyun could feel a subtle tremor flowing down his fingertips. His sense of hearing stimulated that voice clearly. 'Good sword.'

The sound of the sword seemed to have fused into him. To a certain extent, Lee Hyun could tell how sharp he had been in his hands. And the small differences that make it a good sword.

Ahn Hyundo blocked Lee Hyun's attack very gently. Then, then he attacked with a rapidly increasing speed.

For fear of inflicting injury, Lee Hyun tried hard to ward off attack after attack by the opponent.

If the sword was pierced from the front, there was plenty of room to dodge it. However, Ahn Hyundo slashed at Lee Hyun like tyranny. His sword swing moved as fast as light. He pounced on Lee Hyun as if he was an evil monster that had to be killed immediately.

Everyone held their breaths as Ahn Hyundo's sword pierced towards Lee Hyun's heart.

'No!'

'I don't want to die!!!' Lee Hyun finally attacked, successfully deflecting the path of the opponent's sword to the side.

Lee Hyun's consideration of the opponent's safety had disappeared. He no longer cared about anything except fighting to avoid various attacks to save his little life.

The spring!

Klang's!

The sound of the air being cut off several times hissed. Followed by the sound of the sword fighting. Flashes of light appeared near their chests as the two swords clashed.

The spectators could only stare at the ferocity of the two people. They don't stop worrying.

"I-instructor! Shouldn't this be stopped immediately?" Chaenyol trembled as he asked Chung Il Hoon.

Even the person being questioned could not believe the situation that was happening. It would be difficult to stop the ferocious fight of the two people after the situation that occurred had heated up.

But, Chung Il Hoon found something that novice practitioners did not understand. For a pro like Ahn Hyundo it was an easy task to knock out Lee Hyun whenever he wanted to by hitting his wrist, throwing a sword hilt, or hitting a vital point on his forehead. In essence, it would be very easy for Ahn Hyundo to do all that. But he had no intention of doing so.

Although his entire body was getting creepy, Chung Il Hoon could only endure paying attention to the direction of the fight.

"Istructure, please think of something! You must have an idea, what should we do?" Chaenyol could not stand Chung Il Hoon.

"Eitherway. But why should I worry?" At first Chung Il Hoon was also worried about not being able to know what Ahn Hyundo was thinking. And again, it would be very dangerous for him to force to stop their fight.

But after examining more details, Chung Il Hoon was finally able to watch quietly.

While the two swords in the middle of the field were constantly clashing creating a sound that gave the audience goosebumps.

Lee Hyun's strength came out thanks to his strong desire to survive in front of a strong opponent. 'Harder! Stronger! Faster!'

His skill slowly rose and increased. Lee Hyun had fully been able to control the strength of his own body. This caused the spirit from within his body to rebel even more.

And, from a distance Chung Il Hoon had realized the moments of Lee Hyun's increasing strength. 'He began to penetrate further in swordsmanship.'

A skilled practitioner like himself was able to see this just by paying attention to the fight. But, even ordinary practitioners ended up feeling something from that fight as well.

"Huh?"

"That's a little different."

"What's changed?" Chaenyol turned his head towards his senior.

Ahn Hyundo cut a path to prevent Lee Hyun's attack, a diagonal slash. At the same time, Lee Hyun instinctively directly bowed to avoid the sword slash.

Lee Hyun fought against Ahn Hyundo's incredible sword fighting skills without hesitation.

'Why are you even having fun? These are dangerous times!' Lee Hyun firmly set himself upon feeling the corners of his lips had curved into a smile.

Lee Hyun himself could not understand the reason why his body was acting out of reason. He decided to refocus on the duel. But, his body did not cooperate, the corners of his lips could not be lowered. 'Huh! I seem to think too much. Oi! Remember that! You are between life and death! Must focus!'

Lee Hyun's sword swing slowly improved. But before long his body began to show an unstable reaction. Lee Hyun finally gave up, he released the sword, completely exhausted. He's having terrible muscle pain. His legs were so limp they could not stand.

Lee Hyun finally took a break in Ahn Hyundo's special hall.

"drink. This tea will calm your body a little." Ahn Hyundo gave him a cup of tea that had a pungent aroma.

Scrup!

"Ep. It's delicious."

"of course. This is a wild ginseng tea that comes from Mount Baekdu."

"The price must be expensive."

"Regardless of that, there's nothing more valuable than body health, right?"

"Yes, that's right." Lee Hyun drank his tea with a single sip. At home he also stacks a lot of tea and will drink it every day. Because the benefits of tea are good for nourishing the body.

"A fast time you spend it. Here, add more."

"Thank you. It's because I'm so thirsty and exhausted." Lee Hyun drank again until he finished 5 cups of tea.

Ahn Hyundo took the opportunity to start a conversation. "Ahem, I'm very curious. You didn't panic so much when you held the sword. Is it true that this is your first time holding a sword?"

"Rubber."

"So so. However, regarding the honor of the 9 people you have defeated, have you been studying swordsmanship elsewhere?"

"No. The story is a little long." Lee Hyun finally told me about Royal Road and its contents. About the beginning he strengthened himself by beating a scarecrow for days. Then, increase the sword skill by hunting down the stronger monsters.

Actually, Lee Hyun could not trust others easily. He becomes difficult to open up to others thanks to the bitter memories that haunt his life all along.

However, it seemed that he had trusted Ahn Hyundo.

Lee Hyun had noticed this Sword Master during his time as a trainee at the dojang. Other than her, there were some people in the dojang who seemed to be going through gloomy times in life to hide feelings from the outside realm. And Ahn Hyundo managed to extend a hand to all of them and make him trusted by his students, so that not a few depended on him.

All men believe that an action is worth more than a thousand words of comfort.

That was how Lee Hyun finally opened up to the man before him.

"I understand." Ahn Hyundo stroked Lee Hyun's back gently, "You must have experienced a difficult struggle to improve your sword skills."

"However, thanks to that struggle, I managed to learn the basics to this extent."

"Em, so there really are monsters in the world? And that monster has a life that you can hunt for items and money? And-" Ahn Hyundo paused for a moment to remember all things, "Ah! And get EXP? I wonder if there are dragons?"

"of course! The mighty dragon!"

"really?" Ahn Hyundo's eyes glittered as if he had just heard the location of the world's treasures, "Em. For now, you must be very exhausted, so rest up. I hope you can visit the dojo another day, so we can fight again."

"Hm. Good bye." Lee Hyun had finished resting, then left the dojo.

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