Chapter 306: Born This Way (2)

Chapter 306: Born This Way (2)

TL/Editor: raei

Schedule: 5/Week Mon-Fri

Illustrations: In discord.

Join the discord! Here

Chief Administrator Alaya has excellent situational judgment. She will send someone capable. Someone who can kill both you and me.

Fyat's guess was sharp.

Inside the guild master's office of the [Leading Mind] guild building.

The walls were adorned with the severed heads of men, hanging like decorations.

Alaya was extremely tense.

It was because of the robust man sitting in the chair. He was the one who had decapitated the men and displayed their heads on the wall.

The man, appearing to be in his late twenties to early thirties, had blond hair and a healthily tanned skin tone.

After listening to Alaya, the man spoke.

"Ha, that's so damn interesting. So, to summarize your words, Alaya, you're saying that Theo Lyn Waldeurk took Fyat in one fell swoop?"

Alaya bowed her head and answered.

"Yes, Master. At the same time, it also means that the guild's artifact taken by Fyat has fallen into their hands. All the aides accompanying her have died."

"That's incredibly fascinating. How did Fyat manage to draw [Eater]? I couldn't even do that."

"I'm sorry. We are still trying to understand the reason, Master."

The man waved his hand dismissively.

"Never mind, never mind. How could you figure out something that hasn't been discovered despite centuries of hard work?"

"But are you sure Fyat lost? It's hard to believe. Fyat's eyes would spin at the sight of a strong opponent, but her combat power is certain."

"It's a highly probable guess. Although I did not witness the duel between Theo Lyn Waldeurk and Fyat myself, the only reason for Fyat to accompany him would be her defeat."

"It's hard to believe. How could a genius, just a first-year at the Academy, a mere fledgling, defeat a dark elf who has lived for over 300 years?"

The man rested his chin in his hand and thought for a moment.

"Hmm... Thinking about it, it seems right that he defeated Fyat. Fyat views the world in black and white, just like her skin color. It's either kill or be killed."

"Please give your orders, Master."

"Theo Lyn Waldeurk and Fyat. Are both of them currently in Elinia Academy?"

"It's highly likely, Master. Theo Lyn Waldeurk was seen walking around the Academy yesterday, and Fyat entered the Academy with him and has not been seen leaving."

The man nodded his head.

"He knows how to think ahead. Staying within the Academy is indeed the safest option for now. What's the situation with the Magic City?"

"New personnel are on standby for deployment. According to our people planted nearby, the Order's forces have not yet moved."

"Then we should deal with that first. Ha, Maitri, that dumbass. Acts all smart but still a pain in the ass even after dying."

"Should I order the deployment of personnel, Master?"

"No need. If Fyat failed, what chance do the others have? We can't afford to mobilize a large force anyway."

"In that case..."

"Yes."

The man stood up. He cracked his neck side to side as he spoke.

"I'm going myself."

The man's name is David.

He's the guild master of the continent's second-largest guild, [Leading Mind].

He's more commonly known by his nickname, "Gold Sun," than his real name.

"I'll bring Theo Lyn Waldeurk's head while I'm at it, so get ready to hang it on the wall."

---

Raei Translations

---

After visiting Fyat, Theo had breakfast.

The menu was sandwiches made by Aisha.

When Theo took a bite of the sandwich, Aisha asked,

"How does it taste?"

Theo briefly replied,

"Not bad."

Then, Theo continued to eat the sandwiches.

'She's following along well.'

Theo's keen senses could gauge someone's skill level just by watching their simple movements.

'It's not just mimicry; she understands the purpose behind each stretching movement for different body parts.'

Theo decided to speed up the pace.

"That's enough for stretching. Let's start learning some techniques."

"Okay."

'Given Ao's level, it might be good to show her real combat practice right away.'

Theo took out two practice longswords from his [Subspace Bag] and called out towards the door.

"Aisha, instead of snooping around, join us for a swordsmanship duel if you have nothing else to do."

"!"

Aisha, who had been hiding near the door, jumped in surprise.

'How did he know?'

She awkwardly smiled as she came forward from the doorway.

"I wasn't snooping! I was just waiting around in case Ao suddenly needed something!"

"Sure, sure. Here, catch."

Aisha caught the practice longsword thrown by Theo.

Standing in front of Theo, she said,

"Now that I think about it, it's been a long time since we've crossed swords. You said you'd teach me swordsmanship before"

"It somehow got brushed aside. I'll teach you plenty now, including interest."

Theo took out a set of practice armor from his [Subspace Bag] and handed it to Aisha.

"Put this on. Even if the swords are blunt, you can still get hurt."

Aisha squinted at the armor set with disdain.

"Ew the design is awful. And I don't need this, you know? I've been practicing swordsmanship on my own, even though you didn't teach me."

"Is that so? Then I won't bother giving you the first move."

"Wait a moment. Technically, I'm an archer, right? It doesn't seem fair for a swordsman to fight an archer with swords."

"Then I'll give you the first move."

"Okay, let's go!"

With that, Aisha lunged at Theo with her sword.

Theo, wearing a satisfied smile, twisted his body to the side, dodging her thrust.

'She really has been practicing since then.'

Aisha skillfully executed the basic swordsmanship techniques Theo had taught her.

"You're quick. Then try to handle this!"

Aisha launched a series of attacks at Theo.

She mixed in unconventional moves, like slightly swinging her sword to prompt his evasive actions and then trying to kick his thigh.

Theo did not counterattack.

He simply kept a satisfied smile, dodging all of Aisha's attacks.

After a while, a sweaty Aisha, with a defeated look in her eyes, said,

"Damn... How can I not land a single hit? I give up, Theo."

Theo, who hadn't sweated a drop, patted Aisha on the shoulder.

"Well done. You've been working hard on your close combat training. I'm impressed, Aisha."

"I'm a woman who does what she says, you know? Next time, let's spar with bows."

"If the opportunity arises."

As Theo and Aisha were talking,

"Okay, I got it."

Ao, who had been watching their spar, held her sword. She then looked at Theo and said,

"Theo, spar with me. I think I understand how to move now."

---Toggle New Ads

1/5 Enjoy the chappy!

Please give the book a rating and a review on NovelUpdates.

It helps the website and helps people find this novel!

If you'd like to make a one-time donation to support our translations or subscribe to read up to 15 chapters or more (depending on the novel) ahead, you can do so via Ko-fi.

Click here!