They all call me master

clang! clang! clang!

The bell tower of Alta Square rang, twenty-seven times in total - at the beginning of every celebration in South County, the bell would be rung twenty-seven times to commemorate the original twenty-seven brave men.

And because the brave men were of different ages, the twenty-seven bells were not consecutive, but divided into three times.

The first three sounds represent the sword warriors, shield warriors, and stick warriors who won a prosperous land for mankind from dragons, elves, orcs, dwarves and other races in the golden age.

The second nineteen tones represent the nineteen heroes who stood up for humanity in the Mist War in the Age of Empire.

The third five tones represent the five heroes of the Holy Empire that disappeared for a hundred years.

People now have no doubts about the first twenty-two heroes.

However, due to the lack of records about the five heroes of the Holy Age, people today doubt their authenticity.

However, as an ancient custom, it is still preserved.

As the bells echoed, the swordsman of Earl Nanlos stood on the high platform on behalf of Earl Nanlos and read out the congratulatory speech——

“When the storm comes, hold on to the rope in your hand!

When the waves are raging, hold on to the paddle in your hand!

I would like to give you courage and commitment..."

Because of the Earl of Nanlos' habit of reclusiveness, he still did not show up for the 'Swordsmanship Competition' this time.

In fact, not only on the 'Swordsmanship Competition', but also on the four fixed festivals in South County, 'Peace Sacrifice' and 'Storm Calm Day', the Earl rarely showed up.

The last time he appeared was on the day when the storm calmed down three years ago.

However, even though the Earl did not show up, the speech was still lengthy and made Arthur drowsy.

For today's 'Sword Competition', Arthur didn't stay up all night reading, he went to bed early.

Then……

Didn't fall asleep.

People are so weird. They obviously have something to do the next day, but they couldn't sleep the night before. Instead, when they have to do something serious, they feel sleepy.

Just like Arthur at this moment.

I obviously got enough sleep for the necessary 'six hours'.

But at this moment, I still felt that my eyelids were sinking like a thousand pounds.

Especially when the sword master's congratulations were still ringing in his ears, it was even more like a hypnosis.

Arthur didn't have to listen to know what the next congratulations would be.

It is nothing more than reviewing history, looking forward to the future, and praising the Nanlos family...

Same thing.

There won't be any difference.

No!

There is still a difference.

Arthur couldn't sleep when he stood and listened before.

Now when he is standing and listening, Arthur can fall asleep relying on his strong [Physique] and the sense of balance brought by the secret bonus of 'Cat and Snake'.

Moreover, the slight snoring is extremely controlled, like a long breath.

As long as you don't stare at Arthur, you won't notice that Arthur is asleep.

And since Arthur was standing in the front row, it was impossible to be discovered.

Julie, the swordsman who was the only one who might have discovered that Arthur was asleep, recited the congratulatory message 'seriously' - the 6,000-word congratulation was written by the Earl himself, and she had to 'recite' it word for word. , was so focused at the moment that he couldn't even notice Arthur sleeping.

About half an hour later, this recitation finally came to an end——

"The 'Swordsmanship Competition' begins now!"

When he read the beginning, the swordsman let out a long breath.

Finally the ‘reading’ is over.

And the change caused by the change in mood immediately changed the tone of voice.

Arthur woke up instantly, and then clapped instinctively.

Bang, bang!

The next moment the crisp applause sounded, there was applause all around.

Little Lissop, who was standing on the other side, snorted secretly.

'A pushy guy will ruin your reputation in a short while! ’

Arthur clearly felt the malice.

But it didn't matter, he was eagerly waiting.

Arthur, holding the A-01 plate, walked directly to the arena representing Area A - the arena built for the 'Swordsmanship Competition' was divided into eight areas ABCDEFGH.

Arthur's number plate is Area A No. 1.

‘Whale-killing Sword’ Kang Si’ang is at No. 1 in Area B.

‘Wind Sword’ Deljo is in Area C No. 1.

Then, little Lisop was in area D.

The three Bourne sons are in Area E.

The nephews and nephews of the three noble families, 'Lord Ernest', 'Lord Dubois' and 'Lord Bath', are in the three districts of FGH respectively.

Special cases include Little Lithorpe and the three Byrne sons.

Because the four 'waiters' had an accident, they had to do it themselves.

As for the draw results?

Of course it is fair and just!

How could one cheat by heating wooden balls when drawing lots in front of everyone?

impossible!

Absolutely impossible!

In order, Arthur is the first to play.

Because he is No. 1, he needs to fight at least 9 games to enter the quarterfinals. This is extremely disadvantageous for anyone, but Arthur is an exception.

The player opposite is a student of the ‘Joelchok Sword Club’.

When the other party saw Arthur, his face turned green.

This student remembered how Arthur easily defeated his coach, but he couldn't even make three moves in his coach's hands.

Immediately this student was about to admit defeat.

But at this moment——

"Just like you usually train, draw your sword and attack!"

Arthur spoke.

The student was stunned.

The people watching the game around were also stunned.

How is this going?

Arthur ignored the gazes of the people around him, showed a gentle smile to the students opposite him, and nodded encouragingly.

"good!"

The encouraged students nodded excitedly, then drew their swords and attacked.

There is a certain foundation, but that’s it.

About the level of [Basic Swordsmanship Level 1].

Arthur looked at the opponent's sword blade and pace, and commented in his heart.

After dodging the sword slightly sideways, Arthur said loudly.

"Mobile your wrist, don't use brute force. You are using a sword, not a sledgehammer."

"Oh okay, I know!"

The student nodded repeatedly and attacked again.

At this time, people were sure that Arthur was doing a coaching game.

"What a kind sir!"

"yes!"

"Your Excellency's moral character is better than his swordsmanship!"

"right!"

…

There were endless compliments from all around.

And that's what Arthur wanted.

No matter how to gain a lot of reputation in the 'Swordsmanship Competition', clean and tidy fighting is fine, but showing moral character is even better.

Because people like the latter.

Also because this can further stimulate little Lisop.

It's definitely not because he is about to take over the 'Joelchok Swordsmanship Club'. In order to better run this swordsmanship club, attract more people, and select talents openly.

Well, absolutely not!

As for why the 'Joelchok Fencing Club' belongs to Arthur?

If you make a mistake, you have to admit it, right?

Todd Gilli made such a big mistake, so it is reasonable to hand over the 'Joelchok Swordsmanship Club' to Arthur as compensation, right?

Snapped!

There was another confrontation, and the sword in the young student's hand was shot down by Arthur.

This time, the young student did not attack again.

Instead, he bowed respectfully like an apprentice.

"Thank you for your teaching!"

This sentence was even more sincere, because after just a few attacks, this student felt that his sword skills had greatly improved.

‘If I can get regular guidance from Mr. Kratos, then my swordsmanship will definitely improve rapidly. ’

With this regretful emotion, the student picked up his long sword, saluted Arthur again, and then jumped off the ring.

Then comes the second player.

Just like the first player, guide the game.

Then the third player, the fourth player...

Gradually, people in the square were completely attracted by the area A arena.

Compared with the fighting in the other seven arenas, the area A arena is really different. If it is just fighting and guiding the battle at the same time, the former will definitely be more attractive, but when seven are fighting and one is guiding the battle, the latter The person will be noticed unconsciously.

Because, it's different.

Especially after the 'Whale Sword' and 'Gust Sword' were able to 'clear the level' like chopping melons and vegetables, Arthur's attention here became even higher.

Whenever the opponent completes an attack and Arthur starts to point out his opponent's sword skills, he can always hear the cheers from the crowd.

‘The sensational clown!

Since you want to gain the support of these civilians, you have to bear their harsh criticism - who knows, these guys only deserve to be fooled! ’

Little Lithorpe, who was the last to appear in Zone D, was always paying attention to Arthur.

When he saw more and more people gathering around Arthur, the lord's son knew his opportunity had come.

Looking at the two people who were still fighting in the D area, as well as the three people in front of him, the son of the Lord walked to area A with a smile, and before Arthur's next player came on the stage, he used In that elongated tone unique to aristocrats, he shouted——

"etc!"

PS The illness comes like a mountain and goes away like a thread. It has been four days, and Fei Long still feels that he is not doing well... The temperature has dropped again recently. Please keep warm and don't catch a cold!