Cold weapons are a man's romance

Nolan Norfolk's only flaw is that he's missing a leg.This is his natural defect, it is not his fault.Other than that, he's flawless.He is handsome and charming.He is well-spoken and courteous.He studied at Eton College and was a classmate and friend of the royal children.He is physically disabled and strong, and he is quite good at sports. It is said that his equestrian level can represent the country in international competitions.

As for Alex, another child of the Norfolk family, he is bright and agile, shining like a star.But the problem is that Nolan Norfolk is like the rising sun, under his brilliance, any stars will be completely covered up.

Oh, Alex Norfolk is good, but he is a little bit worse than his stepbrother in everything. He was so outstanding when he was compared, he completely became an ugly duckling next to a white swan, and an ugly duckling next to a little princess. cinderella.

Alex is devastated.

He refused to believe that geniuses existed in the world.If he did, wouldn't that be the same as admitting that he would always be a head shorter than Nolan Norfolk?He firmly believes that as long as he works hard, he will catch up with that guy sooner or later.Or, the stepbrother has his weaknesses, and Alex is good at that.

He has to find what his stepbrother lacks, and he will show all his talents in this field, so that everyone has to admit that the "perfect" nobleman Nolan Norfolk also has skills that are not as good as others.

It was not practical to beat his stepbrother intellectually, so Alex chose the field of sports.Although Nolan Norfolk is good at many sports, but he has a natural defect after all, it is impossible to be proficient in everything, right?

At first Alex chose fencing.This aristocratic sport best suited his dual pursuit of elegance and strength.But he soon discovered that Nolan Norfolk, who is physically disabled and strong, is also very good at fencing. He has been taught by a well-known coach alone since he was a child. This coach has brought out many world champions. People can line up from the Tower of London to Stonehenge.Nolan Norfolk seemed to be showing off to him, always inviting the coach to his home from time to time, so Alex could see the two of them fighting in the garden all morning.

Alex gave up on himself.

He has to find a field that Nolan Norfolk has never set foot in so he doesn't lose at the starting line.

He searched and searched, and finally chose Bingjian.That was a total accident.At that time, he was traveling with a few classmates, passing an old castle, where a "historical reenactment battle" was being held, and a large group of people in strange costumes divided into two groups, simulating a castle attack and defense battle.

It was a fateful moment for Alex.

There are two options in front of him, one is to smile at his companions, "Hey, look at those idiots", and turn around and leave after laughing.

If he had chosen this at the time, then perhaps he would never have had any contact with Bing Chi until today.

But maybe it was fate, he made another choice.

He stepped forward in a mysterious manner, and boldly asked the group of people in strange clothes: "May I ask what are you doing?"

A burly man in general's attire replied: "This is the battle of history repeating itself. Are you going to participate? We happen to have spare equipment."

This man was Humphrey, and later became his introduction to join the Griffon Guard.

Alex finally found a sanctuary that had never been "tainted" by Nolan Norfolk.Soldier attack!What a fun and old-fashioned competitive sport!Although the vast majority of people have never heard of it, even if they have heard of it, most of them think that it is a group of medieval cosplay enthusiasts or patients with severe secondary illnesses entertaining themselves, but competition is competition.This is the rebirth of the ancient sword duel in modern times. Alex will prove with his strength that he also has a side that can not lose to Nolan Norfolk.

He never believed that Nolan Norfolk was a genius.Someday he'll outshine that swaggering little Duke of Wellington.

Parents had little issue with Alex's choice of this bizarre sport.They are too busy traveling around the world to care about their son's interests and hobbies.After confirming that the elder son was mature enough to entrust him with important responsibilities, the two handed over the family property to him, and they lived a happy and carefree life, traveling in various scenic spots around the world, as if every day was a honeymoon.It's incredible and enviable that this couple who don't match in appearance can live like glue after marriage.

The surrogate parent of the Norfolk family became Nolan Norfolk.Since the parents have no time to pay attention to Alex's education, it is natural for the elder brother to stand up and lead by example.After he got a general idea of ​​Alex's new interest, he made a concise and to the point comment——

"Stop it."

"I'm not messing around!" Alex protested.

"Even if you want to engage in any sport, at least choose a regular event in the Olympics." Nolan Norfolk smiled and frowned. (Afterwards, Alex tried to imitate his expression, and his facial muscles almost twitched. I don't know how he did it.)

"There are so many sports that are not in the Olympic Games! You can't prohibit me from learning a certain sport just because you don't understand it or like it! That will only make you narrow-minded!" This is probably the worst thing Alex has ever said in his life Words are persuasive.

The "flawless" Mr. Nolan Norfolk certainly cannot be narrow-minded.

"Okay," he said compromised, "because you are so determined, then you go learn it. But don't be too hot for 3 minutes. If you want to learn it, you must learn it well, at least bring back a world champion , otherwise I can't explain to my parents why you waste your precious time on... this kind of 'soldier attack'."

Alex also had this intention.If he doesn't come back with the industry's highest honor, how can he prove that he is better than his stepbrother?

He came to the Griffon Guard full of ambitions and practiced swordsmanship with the famous swordsman Butler.He made rapid progress, and even Butole, who was always demanding high standards, praised him for his talent in swordsmanship.Alex was overjoyed.Since meeting Nolan Norfolk, no teacher has ever praised him for his talent—compared with Nolan Norfolk, any child can only be regarded as mediocre.

However, less than two weeks later, this talented novice swordsman was defeated by Cesar, who had returned from injury.

Alex was not discouraged.He learned from the pain and attributed the failure to the gap in experience.In any case, Cesar learned earlier than him, and it is not shameful for him to lose to the old man.When he has accumulated enough strength, Cesar will become his defeat sooner or later.

He practiced hard, not only learned the long sword, but also taught himself saber skills.He constantly competed with masters from all over the world to hone his skills.When he felt that the time was right, he challenged Cesar again and again, not only in official competitions, but also in daily life whenever he was free, he would come to "kick the stadium".He firmly believes that hard work pays off, as long as he works hard, he will surely achieve his goal.

Cesar soon became the champion of the Swordfish Championship, and won the reputation of "Caesar of the Sword", which can be called the No.1 in the world's soldiers.When confronting him, through the protective mask, Alex felt that Cesar's overly handsome face overlapped with Nolan Norfolk's.

Cesar is the strongest in the world.So as long as you defeat him, it means defeating all opponents, isn't it?

Even Nolan Norfolk, who has never touched a real sword, has he?

But Alex never once...

not once...

Not even a single victory over Cesar.

What's even more frightening is that Cesar's apprentices might be even better than him.

Was Alex Norfolk really just a mediocre mortal?

***

"Speaking of which, it seems like it's the first time I've watched a complete official fighting game."

Nolan Norfolk's teasing voice interrupted Alex's long thoughts.

"It was brilliant and left a deep impression on me."

"Hmph, didn't you dismiss it before? How could events not in the Olympic Games catch your old eyes?"

"I think maybe I'm too narrow-minded. After all, I'm just a mortal, and I also have shortcomings." Nolan Norfolk's eyes flicked around on the leaflet fragments, "I used to think that Bingji was just a group of cosplay hobbies They were messing around, but now I've changed my mind. Now that 'that Roman' is involved, there must be something to this movement."

These words hit Alex's nerves like a plasma whip.

"What do you mean by 'that Roman'?" he asked fiercely. "You know him?"

"Have you forgotten, I have learned fencing for a while anyway. I have also watched his game." Nolan Norfolk said lightly, "It's a pity he retired, but I can see him in the military. It will be a joy to see another brilliance in the hitting arena."

——Wait, what's going on here?

Did his stepbrother, who has always had his eyes above his head, praise others in a veiled way just now?You know, even Cesar, the famous "Caesar of the Sword" in the field of combat, has never received a word of sincere praise from Nolan Norfolk.How could Roman Hede make his stepbrother look favorably on him?

Is it because he has practiced sword in seclusion for so long that he lost touch with society?Since when did the whole world love Roman?

"Alex, since you said that your poor saber skills are due to learning the wrong textbooks, why don't you try another club?" Nolan Norfolk put the fragments of leaflets on his knees, trying to put them together Get up, "Sometimes people are like fish, they can only survive in the right water. I think, maybe you just haven't met the right water. The fact that the Aurora Club can recruit talents like Roman is enough to show its strength. If If you join Aurora, then you are Roman's teammate, and you can learn from him and learn from him, I think this should also help you."

Let him leave Griffin and switch to Aurora?Don't even think about it!Perhaps Nolan Norfolk has been swimming in industrial sewage for too long, and even his brain tissue has been corroded, right?Otherwise, how could you come up with such an unconscionable suggestion?

Seeing that his stepbrother didn't understand farts, Alex decided to forgive him once.Resisting the urge to beat the disabled violently, he asked, "Are you a Roman fan?"

"What? Of course not."

"Liar. You are his fan."

"I said no. I respect Roman, but I'm not anyone's fan."

"Then why did you let me join Aurora to ask him for advice?"

"Because I want you to improve."

"I see you're trying to get close. You know what, you're like a housewife who sends her kids to a handsome coach so she can get close to him. I'm not going to get close to him for you. You want to be close He will go by himself. Oh, yes, Cesar is also his fan, you two better fight first, and whoever wins will be the fan."

Alex snorted, covered his mouth, turned his head and looked out the window, pretending to look at the scenery.His reflection was reflected in the glass, and there was an unconcealable smile in those green eyes.

Oops, Nolan Norfolk, let me hold your little tail.The red-haired youth thought proudly.I thought you were as impenetrable as that alien Cesar, without any flaws.Unexpectedly, you actually like chasing stars like a little girl in middle school.Who can see that there is such a restless heart hidden under your handsome appearance?What a surprise!

During the short journey before Lincoln drove into the Norfolk manor, Alex had already thought of a hundred ways to use Roman to harm his stepbrother.

"...you can say whatever you want." Nolan Norfolk opened the car window a crack, and sighed heavily in the slightly drunk evening wind.