#205
Helmut
Episode 205
Even though I was caught by a troublesome opponent, I also gained something.
The two were able to gain awareness thanks to Xian. Just as Xian secretly followed them, someone could do the same.
Helmut and Area had to realize that the people around them were more capable than they thought.
No matter how hard you try to hide it, there are people who dig in in unexpected ways.
Fortunately, Sian only knew that Area had obtained Rampione’s dungeon, but did not find out any other facts. She doesn’t even know that Area is a woman.
It was difficult to notice the subtle changes in Area with the weak vision shared by the dark spirit.
Because fifteen-year-old Area did not have any noticeable female characteristics.
Helmut felt an uneasy feeling.
‘I was able to get over it for now.’
Sian was quick-witted. He looked at the dungeon the two entered and immediately realized that Area had obtained Rampione’s legacy.
If we were given a little more clues, we might be able to figure out more. This guy has a lot of imagination.
Helmut and Area still had many secrets left behind. That Alea is a woman. Helmut is Darian’s disciple. That Helmut has sprouts of darkness, etc.
Now that things have come to this, it’s not like Helmut feels any great friendship towards Sian.
Telling the whole truth was enough to overflow even the area.
‘I need to be more careful.’
It was said that the wizard’s oath was something that even a spirit wizard could not avoid.
There was no reason for Sian to risk the penalty and reveal about Rampione’s dungeon.
He is a guy who cares for himself very much.
Helmut ordered Xian to join just in case. In this way, the secret between the two of them became a secret between the three of them. Except for one person.
Fortunately, Sian’s suspicions that Area was a woman were completely erased.
It was because of prejudice. She has a preconceived notion that something like Alea, who is cold and hard, can never be a woman.
‘I actually look more like a woman when I’m dressed up.’
Xian, who learned the secret, nodded.
‘I mean, the two of you were talking amongst yourself about something like this. So it’s worth sticking around all the time.’
Now that we’ve conquered Rampione’s dungeon, there’s a lot to say.
Although he thought it would have been helpful if he and Asuka had been included, Xian had to agree that there was no reason to share Rampione’s legacy with them.
I wasn’t disappointed, but I just felt regretful.
More than anything, Asuka was the problem, including herself. Xian couldn’t believe Asuka’s mouth either.
Not only did he not have a chance to check whether Asuka had a heavy mouth, but her brain was blank.
He is a simple guy who will spit things out when someone asks him about Judo.
‘Well, Asuka doesn’t have anyone to talk to about such things.’
At least I should tell my mom. Asuka was also the one holding a secret.
Xian thought about it for a moment and then revised his assessment. Oddly enough, Asuka’s mouth was heavy in that direction.
No matter how much Xian tried to find out by tricking him and giving him alcohol, he only frowned and didn’t open his mouth.
All I found out was that he seemed to have a bad relationship with his father.
‘Well, I guess there is a secret that is heavier than Rampione’s dungeon.’
I had decided to give up on finding out the truth for now, thinking that I would find out someday.
Anyway, Sian decided that he should at least go in and take a look at the dungeon. He was confident about interfering.
Their dungeon showed signs of danger from the start.
Anyway, as the holiday passed, the dungeon gradually took shape. Area, who had purchased a lot of magic stones, started work right away.
An old-fashioned tea room that actively reflects Area’s tastes was created, and a marble dining table was set up. Various rare cars decorated the showcase.
Then, Area’s personal study was created. It was a cozy space great for concentration, separate from the huge library.
Helmut had to admit that his training ground was increasingly being put on the back burner.
Area said that it was a necessary process to create a training center, but for some reason, the next steps seemed to have been determined.
Area said as if giving advice.
“More than that, you are about to enter the selection competition.”
It was a question as if I had time to pay attention to the dungeon.
“It was a tryout.”
Helmut answered harshly. Now that I think about it, it was an important event in its own way, but I was completely focused on the dungeon.
No, it’s just the dungeon. Since she was with Leah, time passed quickly.
‘I feel like I’ve been practicing only Darian’s swordsmanship too much these days, so I’d like to practice some public swordsmanship as well.’
Since it will be a competition with many eyes watching, skill will be needed to naturally appear to have appropriate skills.
Helmut decided to find a training center as soon as the holiday was over.
In fact, he would train without a day’s rest unless there was a special event, such as a mercenary request.
‘I defeated the golem, but it wasn’t enough.’
I only swung my sword for a moment to catch the golem. It wasn’t much of a warm-up.
There isn’t much use for that golem here, so I think it would be good to use it.
However, it takes time for the golem to recover.
There are ways to recover quickly by having Area heal you or by using magic stones, but you can’t do it all the time.
‘The competition location will be announced soon.’
It’s a trip. Travel meant something that wasn’t always smooth for Helmut. There was almost always an accident.
‘It can’t be Basor.’
If the location is there, you may have to abstain. No matter how disguised he was, he made his presence known in the martial arts club.
However, it was unlikely that Basor would be chosen due to the complicated situation these days.
Above all, the Basore people were rough, and there was no decent swordsmanship academy there.
‘It’s a trip to a new place.’
The human world was wide, and for Helmut, who lived trapped in the Forest of Pahe, wherever he went there was always something new.
The word travel sometimes made him feel alive.
Helmut faced the two people in front of the dormitory in the morning.
Those two people meant Asuka and Xian, excluding Area. I only briefly exchanged greetings with Area.
Normally, we would have met early and had a long conversation, but Area was contemplating how to change the dungeon, so she went to bed late and woke up late.
“Hey, Helmut, aren’t you hanging out too much? “It’s a tryout soon.”
Asuka asked, crossing her arms. He smelled something suspicious, like a dog’s nose. The so-called secret smell.
He had begun to feel a subtle air current that had begun to circulate not only in Helmut and Area, but also in Sian.
“Aren’t you guys doing something without me?”
Xian shook his head calmly.
“No, that can’t be. How are your preparations for the selection process going? Are you confident?”
“Myself? of course… … “Yes.”
The further back he went, the quieter his voice became. Asuka glanced towards Helmut.
These days, Asuka has been particularly focused on training, but Helmut, on the other hand, seems to have relaxed.
This is what happens when you see them running around all day on holiday ahead of the tryouts.
But he felt like a huge mountain. People can break down.
But is it possible to collapse the huge mountain called Helmut?
‘Whether it works or not, I have no choice but to try it.’
Asuka inevitably gritted her teeth. After all, he didn’t know how to give up. That was something that Helmut also liked. Guts.
Anyway, Asuka’s mind completely returned to the selection process.
Sian, who had easily succeeded in changing the subject, quickly added the news I had learned.
“I heard that the location of the general sword fighting competition will be announced on the bulletin board at noon today. “Aren’t you excited about where it will be?”
Asuka asked while pouting.
“You’re not even a swordsman, so where are you hearing news like that?”
“I happened to meet instructor Ethan Kudrow on the street and asked him about it.”
Xian, who visited the Kudrow Mansion with Helmut a few times, became quite friendly with instructor Ethan.
Because of his unique and gentle personality, he was able to easily become friends with the blunt and solemn instructor Ethan.
The most difficult person for Sian to get close to was Area, and the second was Helmut.
Compared to them, Instructor Ethan is an easy opponent.
Instructor Ethan preferred Sian, the most normal and ordinary of Helmut’s friends.
He seemed relieved that Helmut had a friend like this.
Needless to say, Asuka, Ethan also seemed to be having a bit of a hard time with Area.
Area was like a princess in a way. In the sense that it is difficult for others to find it friendly.
“He told me to prepare well for the tryouts. “And he asked me to visit Kudrow’s mansion on the holiday next week.”
Helmut did not visit the Kudrow Mansion this holiday because he was going to the dungeon with Area.
Ethan secretly paid attention to having regular conversations with Helmut.
It would be too much of a show of favoritism to call him and talk to him openly at the Academy, so he asked us to meet him at the mansion. Ethan Kudrow was a good instructor.
“Ah, okay.”
Helmut nodded.
*
The morning passed as usual.
Basic training is always helpful. Not only for warming up your body, but also for improving your skills.
In swordsmanship, training is like firewood. You have to constantly add firewood to keep the bonfire burning brightly.
If you are negligent in putting in firewood, the flame will die out.
At noon, Helmut headed to the bulletin board alongside Asuka.
As soon as class ended, some curious people had already rushed outside to the bulletin board. They go to receive notices faster than anyone else.
“You’ll find out soon anyway.”
Asuka clicked her tongue dissatisfied. Helmut and Asuka slowly arrived in front of the bulletin board.
They knew right away where the comprehensive sword fighting competition was being held without even looking at the bulletin board.
This was because the students from the swordsmanship department gathered in front of the bulletin board were already talking about that topic.
It was said that the comprehensive sword fighting competition would be held in Britsha, the capital of the Principality of Rinosa. It was a name that sounded unfamiliar.
Helmut recalled his memories of studying history.
The Principality of Rinosa is a country in the eastern part of the empire ruled by the Grand Duke of Rinosa, a descendant of the royal lineage of the Deus Empire.
Although it was not completely affiliated with the empire, it was a country that was significantly influenced and interacted with it.
Linosa had a powerful knight order and was very wealthy.
Because the Grand Duke of Linosa could aim for the throne based on his lineage, the empire tried to keep the Principality of Linosa in check or build a close relationship with them.
The people of the Grand Duchy of Rinosa were treated in the empire as if they were members of the imperial family.
Grand Duke Rinosa not only participates in the empire’s noble council, but can also exercise authority as a member of the royal family.
Everyone was talking in unison with excited voices.
“Isn’t the Principality of Linosa a country famous for its beautiful scenery?”
“And it’s also a very rich country. “The contestants will be treated with the utmost respect.”
“I heard there are a lot of beautiful women there. “I hope so, Helmut!”
Someone who confirmed that Helmut had appeared pointed him out and shouted.
Asuka’s face twitched. However, Helmut was the undisputed candidate for the championship. He couldn’t deny it either.
