Volume 1 - CH 17

The martial arts grounds was a large place with dry soil and a large arena with a hood. Surprisingly, there was even a spectator's section with seats for guests.

"A magnificent martial arts arena like this in a magical academy."

Almark looked at Wendy in surprise, and she nodded.

"Once a year, on the day of the martial arts tournament, many guests, including King Garai, come to attend event ."

"Does that mean people going to fight in front of the king?"

"Yes , so it would be a honor to win."

Wendy was cheerful as usual today, a far change from the tears she shed in front of Almark yesterday.

"In the elementary class, only the third graders are allowed to take part in the tournament, so this is the first year for us to participate."

"This academy has other competitions like that besides martial arts competitions. ......"

"Hey, shut up, newbie !"

Torque shouted loudly, interrupting Almark's words.

"Keep quiet until teacher arriving “

“Oh, sorry."

Almark apologized and then whispered to Morgen, who was standing next to him.

"Torque is very tense today."

"He is very proud of his skills . He's certainly strong, but his fighting style is so rough that I don't want to fight with him."

Morgen shrugged his shoulders and gave him a look of disgust.

Soon after, a strong and sturdy teacher entered the grounds .

" Okay, let's start the class. There's a newcomer in this class, right? The transfer student, Almark, I've heard a lot about you from the director. I'm Bowen, the martial arts instructor. Nice to meet you."

"Please take care of me."

Almark bowed his head and Bowen nodded.

«You have good eyes. You're going to be very strong .First, watch everyone else practice. You'll learn what to do .”

"Sure ."

Almark nodded.