The Young Son Swordmaster
eps 10's
In addition to aura and mana, there are some people in this world who have other special powers. Among these 'special powers', spiritual power was the rarest of all.
And beings who control spiritual power can be separated into two categories.
Those born of Soldert, such as Murakan, and those who made contracts with gods, such as Jin.
During his prime, Murakan could use his spiritual power to fend off five 9-star mages simultaneously without having to escape. Jin could not even imagine the dragon's full strength.
In other words, now that Soldert refuses to show herself, Murakan is the perfect teacher for Jin.
“People like you and me who can use spiritual power can release spiritual energy. This is the first and last technique we need to know.”
"First and last?"
“This is a basic technique but it is also a deadly step. Easy principle. This is similar to how a witch uses mana.”
When the magicians reached the 3-star stage, they could release mana.
In other words, if one could release mana, they had reached the 3-star stage. Since Jin was a 5-star mage in his past life, letting go of mana was an easy thing for him.
However, while Murakan knows that Jin has 'where' in him, he doesn't know that the boy has '5-star mage knowledge and skills'.
Jin has not told the dragon of his rebirth yet, and he does not plan on telling anyone from now on.
“But as far as I know, witches don't use mana release as a deadly step.. right?”
"Just because they both use the word 'discharge' and have a similar style doesn't mean the release of mana is on the same level as releasing spiritual energy."
“Hm.”
“However, before you learn how to release spiritual energy, you must learn how to release mana first.”
"How can you?"
At Jin's question, Murakan simply shrugged his shoulders.
“You should start by learning easier techniques. Will you try to learn how to swing a steel sword when you cannot even lift a wooden sword?”
“Aha.”
Jin nodded as he understood the meaning, even though he was reluctant. He had already mastered how to let go of mana in his previous life, so he felt impatient…
'Oh well, I should have thought of this as a revision. I have also not tried to release mana since my regression, so this is a good opportunity.’
As soon as Murakan sat right in front of Jin, he suddenly burst into laughter.
“Pffft hahaha. I never thought I would teach magic to Runcandel's son. If your father finds out about this, you and I are both dead.”
Learning magic as Runcandel signifies betrayal.
Most martial clans did not like magic, but not many of them hated the thought of magic like the Runcandel Clan did. Since the death of the first patriarch, Runcandels considered magic and its use taboo in the clan.
The thought process of the clan members was that if one studied magic, one would not be able to reach the pinnacle of swordsmanship. In fact, several magic swordsmen had appeared throughout history, but none of them achieved any outstanding achievements. They slowly disappeared and all traces of them disappeared.
It was the same for the magic clan.
While the magic clan did not prohibit martial arts, they greatly underestimated the use of 'aura'. It is believed that the aura will contaminate and muddy the purity of mana.
However, this belief is flawed.
The real reason why Runcandels banned magic was because of the shameful and shameful promise made with Zipfels a thousand years ago.
During the era when Temar was alive, the Runcandels were a clan of 'magic swordsmen'.
Back then, the Runcandel Clan was not as famous as it is today, and history was not too distorted and contrived.
The only ones who realize this truth are Jin—regresor and contractor Solderet— and Murakan, along with some key figures of the Runcandel and Zippfel Clans.
“My father will kill us when he realizes I learned magic from you? Not if he killed me before that for secretly coming here without permission.”
"Indeed. If what you told me about your father is true, then I'm sure he'll kill you. Since we are accomplices, let me tell you a secret before we start training. People all over the world believe that despite being rare, the 'magic swordsman' will never be able to become truly powerful, right?”
"They are of course, strange."
Jin pretended not to know, which made Murakan laugh.
“That's all bullshit! It was a lie made by Zippel's fools who were far more evil than Runcandels. Although you need the prerequisites to achieve it, the magic swordsman is the ultimate power. Your clan used to be a clan of honorable and respected magic swordswoman.”
"Thul? First time hearing this story.”
“...Are you not surprised?”
Murakan asked in a disappointed voice. Despite being late, Jin gasped and was amazed at the dragon, who only shook his head at the boy's gruesome acting.
“Haha, nothing can exceed the shock I felt on the day I met you. By the way, you said something about prerequisites? ”
“Yeah, you're really not funny at all, son. So, you must have a great affinity with mana, sensitivity to aura, and an excellent physical body. Oh, and a contract with god.”
"So I've already completed the terms."
“Now once you understand, there is no need to fear learning magic from now on. But promise me one thing, son. You must not reveal your magic to the clan until you are strong enough. ”
“No need to make me promise that. I already know the potential consequences. I just turned eight, and I don't plan to bite the dust anytime soon.”
"good. Then from now on, your life goal is to stand at the top of— stronger than anyone—so that I can live comfortably and luxuriously. Let's start training now. First, let's try to stimulate and arouse your mana. Hm, to do that, you must..”.
Woww.
Jin created a mana ball the size of a walnut above his palm, and Murakan could only stare in disbelief.
“Si this crazy jerk... What the fuck is this? How can you do it in a second? You don't even let me finish explaining! ”
Jin also could not hide his surprise.
He planned to hold back and show the dragon to a minimum to satisfy him, but had created a mana ball unconsciously. It is more difficult to control the body of an 8-year-old than that of a 28-year-old.
Moreover, he had not used magic for a long time, which was another cause of this mistake.
Before Jin could give an excuse, Murakan clenched his fists tightly and stood up.
“I understand, Solderet! I've finally understood why you chose him as your contractor after a thousand years! Kuhaha, he's really something. He really can't be trusted! Son, you make my heart beat with excitement! ”
The mistake seemed to benefit Jin.
To continue his childish actions, Jin scratched the back of his head and smiled awkwardly.
"Is this something impressive?"
“Is that even a question? I have only ever seen three people manage to create a mana ball in their childhood! The first time was with the first patriarch of the Zippel Clan, the second with the fourth patriarch. And finally, you!”
Because he's just like them.
Jin, along with those two patriarchs, were all 'magic geniuses' in the truest sense.
Before the regression, Jin had become a 5-star magician within 3 years. And since he managed to make a contract with Solderet, Jin is potentially more talented than the two famous witches.
'If I were born in the Zippel Clan during my first life, I would have reached the 8-star stage, at least, at the age of 28. Maybe even 9.” star stage
Murakan finally ended his crazy laughter.
"Child. To be honest, I think it will take you at least a few years to learn how to release spiritual energy. But at this rate, you might be able to succeed before you leave the Storm Castle. Let's move to the next phase immediately!”
The next lesson is about mana transfer. It was a basic technique that required one to extinguish mana on one side, and move it to the other side with precise accuracy.
Learning this technique was easy for Jin once again, but he had to control himself and endure it this time.
Now that Murakan held high hopes towards Jin, there was no need to raise it any further. Otherwise, Murakan's overwhelming but unbearable hope will become a burden for Jin, and could come back to bite him later on.
Moreover, even though his previous mistake was in Jin's favor this time around, the fact that he made a mistake was important and alarming. In order to gain the skills and techniques to control which one was as proficient as his previous life, he had to practice repeatedly, even for basic techniques.
Jin listened to Murakan's explanation and tried to move the mana in his right hand to his left.
'Hm .. I had to fail intentionally for a while before it worked. 10 minutes was enough.'
10 Minutes later, Jin managed to move the mana in his right hand to his left hand accurately. Murakan then grinned widely.
Sweat drops started to form on Jin's forehead. It was actually more difficult for him to deliberately perform easy techniques much slower, such as how lifting heavy objects slowly was more exhausting compared to lifting them quickly.
"good. Nice work. If you successfully complete this procedure in 5 seconds, you should be able to release mana. In other words, you will be a 3.”-star magician
"How long do you think it will take me to achieve that?"
Jin asked as he wiped his sweat.
"2 years."
Hearing his answer, Jin decided that achieving it in 1 year was convincing enough.
After finishing the calculations in his mind, Jin nodded at the dragon.
"good. Then train the mana transfer a little more and come back again for today. And just in case, don't practice inside the castle when I'm not with you.”
"Good."
After training for another hour, it was time for Jin to return to the surface. As he packed his notebook and basket, Murakan lay back on the floor, scratching his groin.
“Oh too, Son. When you come tomorrow, be sure to fill that basket until it is full of strawberry pie. Otherwise, I'll make sure you know the consequences. ”
Murakan warns Jin as he starts walking away.
“The strawberry pie you ate earlier was the last. Do you know how many strawberries you ate over the past 6 months?
"Damn it, then bring me another kind of cake that your nanny made!"
"Then what about rat pie?"
“You brat, come here and taste my fist.. Hey, hey! Hi!"
Holy hooch!
Jin ran out of the hole connected to the underground corridor.
“Something besides rats! Help u! I'm begging you!"
When Jin returned the next day, his basket was full of apple pie.
Murakan was satisfied and stroked the boy's head.
Year passed. Today is September 9, 1789. Jin's ninth birthday.
Spending their birthday in Storm Castle—, which is storm-torn and wet all year round,— is not good for the mental and emotional growth of children.
As the dozen maids and Gilly, along with the 5 knights, placed candles on the cake, a strong wind outside braved the castle window.
“Happy birthday, Young Master Jin.”
"Happy birthday!"
"Thank you all."
As the 9-year-old blew out the candle flame, everyone gathered around him and clapped.
Clang, clang, clang, clang.
As the knights wore gloves, their powerful 'applause' sound overcame the voices of others. The birthday party was gloomy and silent, as if they were just commoners who could not afford the abundant food.
Despite this, Jin was still overjoyed and felt blessed. In his previous life, he had not even received any greetings from the people living in the castle for his birthday, other than his nanny.
As Gilly sliced the cake and gave a piece to everyone, the only knight guarding the main entrance of Storm Castle suddenly barged into the room.
"Young Master Jin!"
It was a protective knight called Khan.
“Khan?”
There were not many situations where Khan dared to run inside the castle hallway.
Jin's intuition told him that someone from the clan's main house had come to visit.
"The oldest woman has come to visit!"
“Female sister Luna..?”
Exclaim Jin while standing up.
Jin's eldest sister, Luna Runcandel.
The eldest of Cyron Runcandel's 13 children. It was an established fact that he was the strongest of all siblings. At the age of 28, he became a 9-star knight, which proved his previous assumption.
However, despite his strength and fame, he never participated in the 'War of Succession' of Runcandel—a terrible and unsightly competition for thrones—in Jin's first life, and always moves on his own.
"He's not the type to congratulate his sister on her birthday. Why is she here..?’
Jin ran to the window and looked out. Luna took big strides as she walked up the stairs towards Storm Castle.
On his back was his symbolic sword: the great chopstick sword, 'Crantel'
