Academy’s Genius Swordmaster

285. March (3)

#285

“Come soon. Were you informed about the situation?”

“That’s right! As you said, I brought all the extra blood!”

After hearing Lorhorn’s question, the soldiers answered loudly. Behind the dimension door they came out of was a snowy field with a blizzard.

It was the 2nd Corps of the allied forces attacking the northern branches of Nebula Clazie. Lorhorn smiled and motioned for him to come in.

“okay. It’s cold, so come in quickly and warm yourself up. Did you get together in southern Kratyr?”

“yes. Master. We are almost there.”

Kratyr nodded. The three portals that stretched out in front of him all led into the sweltering jungle.

This time, the procession of the allied forces in charge of the southern branch was coming out tail after tail. The commander in charge of the Confederate Corps saluted.

“I returned after being ordered.”

“You have suffered a lot. Thank you for responding to the sudden summons.”

Kratyr ignored it. His face, which had exhausted a lot of mana for the first time in a long time, was noticeably drawn.

Lorhorn and Kratyr, the only space wizards on the continent, were constantly twisting and tearing space, gathering troops scattered across the continent. The word open meant this.

“It’s still the same… hm?”

Nabi Roze, who had been appreciating the scenery of his hometown for the first time in a long time, shrugged his eyebrows. A familiar man was walking out from the back of the procession.

“Jarodin?”

“It’s been a while.”

The man raised his hand and said hello. A skinny body worthy of the nickname of the deep ball-wear looper. It was Jarodine, an earth mage of the highest order and her nemesis. He approached and stopped in front of Nabi Rose.

“You look fine. That ignorant knife is still there.”

“…Where did you leave Sunya and only you?”

Butterfly rose narrowed her forehead. His wife, who was always with him, was nowhere to be seen. Even though he’s resurrected, he’s still at a level where he needs help.

“I requested protection from the Magic Tower of the Full Moon. On the condition that you return to the top mage once the job is done.”

“You said you never wanted to work with those stone heads, so you made a bold decision. Do you have the confidence not to regret this time?”

“I just made a little more rational choice. After all, if we lose here, it’s all over. Since I had to fight, I decided that it was better to fight to save the world my wife will live in.”

said Jarodine. Nabi Roze laughed instead of answering. His face was no less spleen than when he fought to the death with himself in the jungle in the past.

“I’ve learned to spit out a plausible sound.”

“I came to my senses too late. Then I will go see Balzac.”

“hmm?”

“I lived without paying attention, but when I heard the news that he had died, I didn’t feel very good. do not die.”

Jardin, who concluded the conversation, suddenly turned his back. His relationship with the dead Balzac suddenly flashed through his mind. Did they say that they were rivals who hadn’t decided yet? The shock seemed bigger than I thought.

Come to think of it, she also had a character entangled in a similar relationship. Although this has already been settled.

Nabi Rose, lost in thought for a moment, was in the middle of looking at Jarodine’s back. A huge shadow fell over her head.

“This is surprising. I thought you were definitely one of those people who claim to have married a sword, but did you have a secret lover like that hidden?”

“Keep talking nonsense. I will peel off the skin and use it as a fur coat.”

Butterfly Roze growled and turned his head. As expected, Zaifa stood with her hands behind her back. The sword in his dark hand was still stained with the giant’s blood.

Contrary to the expectation that his face would be forged with miasma ahead of the final battle, his face was calm. Nabi Roze asked.

“It’s relaxing. Have you forgotten about hatred?”

“I just decided not to get angry over the obvious. It seems that it can kill bugs better that way. You don’t get angry when you kill cockroaches or mosquitoes.”

Zaifa answered dryly. It was a part where I could see the attitude towards Nebula Clazier. Somehow it seemed risky, but I thought it was worth it. Nabi Roje smiled bitterly.

“…okay. Right.”

“I looked good earlier. My skills have improved, but now I really can’t guarantee victory or defeat.”

Jaifa groaned. He was talking about what he had seen in the battle with the giant Basagia. In fact, Nabi Rose’s sword skills had grown dramatically compared to the time of the 2nd Sword Master Final.

“You sound natural. You’d better enjoy the place until this battle is over.”

“The third challenge is the first again… As always, I will not refuse the challenge that comes. But you have to hurry.”

“Why?”

“I have a prior agreement, but if I make a mistake, I think I will lose there.”

Suddenly, Zaifa stretched out her finger and pointed at the middle of the battlefield. Nabi Rose moved her gaze. Schlieffen was meditating sitting on a rock that rose out of nowhere.

“……”

It was to calm down ahead of Iril’s rescue. Next to him lay Grancia’s treasured sword, Pale Road, as if sleeping. Nabi Rose’s eyes narrowed.

“A prior appointment is…”

“Yes. That kid.”

Jaifa laughed. Schlieffen sat still, but he did not sit still. Even at a distance, I could feel the terrifyingly powerful life.

What is cold anger like? It seemed that the north wind was blowing around Schlieffen’s body. Zaifa shook his head as if he was fed up.

“I’ve been watching him for the past few months, and he’s a complete monster. I can guarantee you that talent like that won’t come out in the next thousand years.”

“How does it compare to Ronan?”

“Ah…that kid was there too. It’s hard to rank this one.”

Zaifa snapped his fingers and began to think. Nabi Rose sighed and looked up at the sky. I was worried about being swallowed up by anger, but at the same time I was proud.

“…When did you grow up like that?”

The melted sun was setting its setting over the wasteland. It was an unseasonably cool evening. The voices of those preparing for the final battle were heard from everywhere.

“Be careful not to spill a single drop!”

“Now, when the dawn returns, there will be no time to make more!”

The existing soldiers were busy carrying the diluted solution made from Ronan’s blood. In fact, it would be the final showdown, so I thought I wouldn’t leave anything behind. The carriages that were to be used in the attack on the headquarters were being remodeled into tanks, with armor made of black iron or mithril added.

kang! kang! kang! The sound of iron striking iron could be heard from all directions. Doron, the blacksmith who was hammering in the middle of it, reached out without turning his head.

“Didikan. Bring me the iron plate over there.”

“Here you go. I live and see old people doing things like this.”

“You work hard too. This could be our last hammering.”

“Don’t say nonsense. You will not die until you surpass your inspiration.”

Didican giggled and held out the iron plate. It was just a laugh that wasn’t as pleasant as always. Doron pretended not to know the fear inside him and received the iron plate.

“okay. I hope so.”

“I’m sure it will work out this time too… Huh? I haven’t seen those friends in a long time.”

“hmm?”

“Why Ronan’s friends? Everyone has become dignified.”

The corners of Didican’s mouth went up. His gaze rested on Marja and Asher, who were just reuniting. After coming out of the dimensional portal, Marya waved her arms and shouted.

“Assel!”

“Ma marya?!”

Asher, startled, sighed. There was no doubt that it was Marja who came running with her lion-like blonde hair flapping. Come to think of it, I heard that you applied for the northern front as a supply plan.

It was the first time I had seen it since I started clearing out Nebula Clazier in earnest. She closed the gap in an instant and hugged Asher tightly.

“Oops. How many breaths…”

Asher, unable to breathe, moved his arms and legs. Returning from the North, her hair was covered with white snowflakes. Marja laughed as she tugged at Asher’s cheeks with both index fingers.

“I heard the performance award well. so awesome! Of course, it’s not a situation to be happy right now, but it’s great anyway!”

“Ah, it hurts…!”

“Are you going to be put in this time too?”

It seemed that he had heard about his performance in the battle of Basagia. Asher, who had been laughing and crying, nodded.

“Ughhh.”

“Don’t worry, I’ll protect you! I won’t let anyone interfere with your magic!”

Marja said, rubbing her nose against Asher’s nose. For an instant, Asher’s face hardened. Contrary to the smiling mouth, her eyes were dripping with fear and anxiety.

“It will be really fine. Now that we’re all here, what could happen?”

“Marya…”

Well, it would be even weirder if you knew the dangers of giants but weren’t afraid. Asher was also trembling with fear until just now.

Strangely, seeing Marja’s face like that, the trembling subsided. I couldn’t figure out why. Asher clasped her hands and smiled.

“thank you. I will protect you too.”

“What…”

Asher said. It was a voice that did not tremble unlike usual. Marja, who was dumbfounded as if in shock, turned her head away.

“what. suddenly.”

The ears protruding through the hair were dyed red. Realizing that he had said something quite embarrassing, Asher hurriedly let go of his hand. Suddenly, a loud laugh rang out from somewhere.

“Wah ha ha! nice to see Originally, the more desperate the situation, the more love sprouts!”

“Braum?”

Asher and Marya turned their heads at the same time. A bald man with a mustache stood chuckling. Armed with plate armor and a great shield, Braum now looked quite like a knight.

“What are you fighting with?”

“It’s too much for being in the same allied army. Fighting to save the world from destruction. Where else can a knight have such an honor!”

Braum thumped his chest and said. Then, a girl with dark purple hair lightly landed in the air. It was Elizabeth, the daughter of the Akalucia family. The three eyes widened.

“Ezebet?”

“It’s been a while, everyone. everyone. I’m glad you look healthy.”

She sent a dignified greeting. As an outstanding mage, she was dispatched to the Dawning Mage Tower and, like Marjana and Braum, was in charge of assisting the allied forces with the mages there. Asher asked.

“What about the Dawning Magic Tower? Are you okay without you?”

“Of course it’s not okay. We’ll be right back as soon as the offensive starts. I also prepared a scroll.”

“Why would you do that…?”

“Ah really. Why do you keep asking me that?!”

“Hey!”

Suddenly, Elizabeth became nervous. Asher was frightened when he saw the cat-like hissing. Elizabeth said as if snarling.

“I just came to see everyone because I was worried! Aren’t friends supposed to do that? Could it be that you don’t consider me a friend or something?”

“Oh no…! I’m a friend. yes!”

“Hehe. It should be.”

Elizabeth smiled in satisfaction. It was the first time I had ever heard the word friend come out of her mouth. Is it a disease that becomes more honest as the end approaches? Looking around, she continued.

“That thief…no, Ronan-sama hasn’t come back yet…and what about Adeshan?”

“I’m having a meeting with Navardoze-nim over there. It will take a little longer.”

Asher stretched out his finger and pointed to the barracks in the corner of the battlefield. Somehow, inside the makeshift tent, a meeting of the main commanders was going on.

Allied forces were nearing completion of preparations for a final offensive. All the dimensional gates connected to the continent were also closed.

However, Kratirman was chanting a certain spell with his eyes closed in the middle of the battlefield. It was not unusual to break into a cold sweat. Asher was about to say something more.

“Huh!”

Kratyr opened his eyes. Taking a deep breath, he spread his arms wide and clapped. match-! A cheerful sound echoed across the battlefield. Feeling the enormous movement of mana, Elizabeth hurriedly turned her head.

“That’s…?!”

Space was warping. Suddenly, the landscape in front of me split up and down, revealing a forest and a lake. It was not difficult to infer the situation. Asher sighed.

“I didn’t expect it to open…!”

The vast sea of trees was a panoramic view of Paradise Forest. The huge lake seen from above reflected the white sky covered with clouds.