#156
Helmut
Episode 156
‘Did I provoke you for no reason?’
It seems he was irritated because it was a hot day. In fact, the working conditions of the Knights of Palma were desirable. There was no possibility of belonging there at all.
‘If the situation is not resolved somehow this time, will I have to become a member of the Knights of Palma and hang around Luke Yeager?’
To do that, you have to give up the academy.
I didn’t want to stay in a hot country like Bashor for a long time, but I didn’t like that either. For some reason, the instinct to return to Baden was strong.
‘The problem is that Luke Yeager is weak.’
Helmut concluded simply.
If he had been strong enough to protect himself from Lutus Cicero’s demons, there would have been no problem. But the problem is that you can’t do that.
Helmut, who was about to come down from the stage, suddenly remembered something he had forgotten.
‘Oh, right, hello.’
I waved my hand awkwardly, and a single insincere gesture brought out cheers.
Hyde! Hyde! Hyde!
‘Why does Area hate this?’
Is it because I bothered to rush in? Helmut felt the thrill of being in the spotlight again. Not a look of hostility or disdain, but a look of praise. It was a treatment fit for a strong man.
“Hey, I guess you took my words to heart. “The timing was a little late, though.”
Luke Jaeger, who had been unfairly criticized by Helmut, was there again today. It was built in as if it were its own place.
His performance today was second only to Helmut’s. There was quite a bit of time between it and the semi-finals.
Helmut looked at his face with a smile on his face.
“Looks like it’s nice there.”
Although it was shaded, it was not as comfortable as the waiting area. At this point, it could have been seen as an affection for a specific position.
Luke glanced back at the waiting area.
“No, something uncomfortable happened today.”
“Is something uncomfortable for you too?”
Luke frowned.
“What on earth do you think of me? “He’s such a nice guy on the inside?”
Actually, it was. Regardless of his strength, Luke Yeager had a somewhat easy side.
Although he is younger than 20 and is a great genius, he does not give off a heavy or harsh aura.
‘So maybe he’s being ignored by Horten Cicero.’
However, it is also true that I liked Luke Yeager, who does not look like the usual stubborn and proud swordsman. Especially in that it contrasts sharply with Darian.
Luke had his mouth open in front of Helmut. he grumbled.
“It means that His Highness the Second Prince will come to the waiting area. They say they’re coming to encourage me, but I think that’s just an excuse and they’re coming to see me. “I’m going to turn around.”
So it means that they were avoiding it this way. This place was quite a blind spot.
“We just have to meet.”
“Our knight commander supports the first prince, and if I, a member of the Knights of Palma, meet him… … ! “No, what am I talking about?”
Luke quickly covered his mouth. His mouth is cumming. He was also good at not telling the truth. It will be difficult for him to hide his true feelings from the Knight Commander of Palma.
Helmut said harshly.
“I knew.”
“Did you know that too! What do you not know? “It would be quicker to start with that.”
“I know things you don’t know.”
“So what is that!”
Luke was irritable and somehow angry.
Helmut narrowed his eyes.
For example, that he is his great-grandfather’s disciple, that he has Darian’s sword, and that his knight commander betrayed Darian.
Helmut turned around and made an invitation.
“It’s better not to avoid it.”
“What are you talking about?”
The enemy of my enemy is my friend. Since the Knight Commander and the 1st Prince were Darian’s enemies, it was correct to see the 2nd Prince as an ally. The same goes for Luke Yeager.
Helmut answered with a question.
“He knows that you are the great-grandson of the Sword Saint, right?”
“Yeah, I know. So you want to keep talking to me. “Maybe you think you can turn the support of the Knights of Palma towards yourself through me?”
Wouldn’t Darian’s great-grandson have that much influence? It seems like the person involved doesn’t want it.
I don’t know what the 2nd prince might know. However, if he shows active action toward the great-grandson of the Sword Saint, what will Rutus Cicero and the 1st Prince think?
‘In any case, Luke Yeager will be the one in danger.’
“Don’t you covet power?”
“I don’t want it.”
“Are you not interested in the position of Commander of the Knights of Palma?”
“This guy, what are you talking about?”
Luke looked around. My heart is smaller than I thought.
“anybody there. However, I am also curious about His Highness the Second Prince.”
Helmut smiled slightly.
“But it doesn’t seem like we’re meeting alone.”
“What do you mean by that? “I’m curious about you. Are you saying we should meet together?”
“It’s okay to understand it that way. “Because there will be nothing against you.”
“Why do you judge that when you sleep at a disadvantage?”
“Once you know, you will understand.”
“I don’t know! “What do you understand?”
Luke Yeager, who had shouted loudly, cleared his throat.
“Anyway, please meet His Highness the Second Prince alone. Because I can’t do it. “My position is going to be difficult.”
“Aren’t you curious about what I will say to His Highness the Second Prince?”
Luke’s eyebrows twitched at the hinted question.
“If you don’t like it, stay here. “I’ll meet you alone.”
Helmut passed him by.
“Because a suspicious guy like you shouldn’t say strange things when he meets His Highness the Second Prince.”
Luke eventually hesitantly followed behind.
The waiting area was quiet. This is because there are only a few games left.
When Helmut and Luke returned to the waiting area, Luke Jaeger’s opponent looked somewhat displeased and went out. He is also a member of the Knights of Palma.
“Are you not on good terms with that person?”
“… … okay. “Originally, except for the knight commander, people from the Basor sword family don’t like me.”
“Do you have anyone you’re close with?”
“What are you looking at me for? “I don’t think you have any more friends than I do!”
That was true. Luke Yeager named several of his close colleagues.
The Knights of Palma seemed to be divided into those who came from a prestigious sword family and those who did not.
‘It’s similar to the academy.’
It is obvious that respect will be harmful in Palma, a military group in a country as rough as Basor.
However, Luke Yeager was not the type to persecute or ignore someone who was weaker than him.
It’s easy to look down on someone like Luke who has good skills, but is young and untrained.
“Now, you tell me too.”
“What are you saying?”
“Your friends’ names.”
Is he being childish over small things, or is he trying to guess Helmut’s identity using his friends’ names?
Aside from the other guys, Area’s name was so well known that if I spoke about it, I could get caught.
Helmut neatly ignored it.
“… … “It looks like His Majesty the Second Prince is coming.”
Just then, I heard footsteps outside. He seems to have brought several knights with him.
But only one person came inside.
“Everyone wait outside.”
The one who entered with a soft voice was the second prince with the appearance of a warrior.
Helmut was convinced when he saw him.
‘It’s at a level where you can join the Knights of Palma.’
However, because of my status, I will not be able to participate in the martial arts competition. Who would dare swing a sword properly at a prince who participated in a martial arts competition in Basor?
When he saw Luke, his lips formed an arc.
“You’re not avoiding me today, Luke Yeager.”
It hits the nail on the head. An embarrassed look appeared on Luke’s face. But he had the courtesy of a prince.
“Meet Your Highness the Second Prince.”
“Meet Your Highness the Second Prince.”
Helmut followed him and bowed his head. I was taught that etiquette can be learned by imitating the people of that country.
Anyway, the prize money is given by Basor. Those who gave the prize money had to be polite.
“There’s someone with you. Is it finalist Hyde? “They say that because of you, the pride of our Basor knights has been hurt.”
“It’s natural to lose if you’re weak, so there’s nothing to hurt your pride. “You just have to accept reality.”
“You guy.”
Whispering, Luke poked his side. It means that the other person is a prince.
However, the second prince accepted it with a smile, like a Basor who loves the strong.
“A person of your level has the right to say that. The games so far have been very impressive. I look forward to it in the finals as well. For me, considering the Knights of Palma, I hope the winner is Luke Yeager.”
“He said he would only accept support from women.”
“what? ha ha ha!”
Prince 2 burst into laughter. Luke’s face twitched. Even so, he was an awkward opponent.
‘What on earth is this guy talking about in front of His Highness the Prince?’
The second prince, who soon adjusted his expression, tilted his head and asked.
“But surprisingly, it looks like you two are close.”
“Absolutely not!”
“It’s not like that.”
Luke Yeager glared at me for some reason when I first denied it. Helmut lightly ignored the question and asked the second prince.
“What do you think about Sword Saint Darian Defert?”
Despite the sudden change in topic, the second prince accepted it with ease.
“He is a person worthy of respect. When I was young, it was my dream to learn the sword from him. Unfortunately, he was rejected.”
“The reason is?”
“He said my talent was not enough to teach him his sword. “They said there are no exceptions, even if it’s a prince.”
“You’re very blunt with that old man, His Royal Highness.”
Luke Yeager muttered. The words I said inadvertently were negative. Darian Differt is a hero of national salvation. The 2nd prince showed a slight displeasure.
“Do you talk about your great-grandfather that way?”
It wasn’t even a noble tone. Luke said after clearing his throat.
“No, actually, my grandfather kept referring to me as that old man, that old man, so I got stuck in my mouth. What did you say to your grandfather? You may be a poor guy, but since you are my son and are being taught swordsmanship, I told you to consider it an honor bestowed upon you by heaven. “He said he said that often.”
The second prince nodded with a smiling face.
“He has a bit of a temperament.”
After giving a generous evaluation, he suddenly looked sharply at Helmut.
“Did this boy already know? “You don’t look embarrassed.”
Luke Yeager made an expression of regret. Helmut quickly answered.
“I knew.”
“That’s not what I said. I knew it originally! I don’t know how you know… … .”
“Well, it doesn’t matter if I leaked it. “I just respect your wish to hide your descent from the Sword Saint and be recognized for your skills, and I want you to reveal that fact.”
‘That’s not it.’
Luke, who suddenly gave the second prince the impression that he was a mouthy guy, got angry. However, it was the second prince who exposed it.
“Yes, I think it would be appropriate to reveal it after the martial arts event. “What do you think?”
“If we win the final, we will reveal it.”
‘I guess I’ll have to wait until next year.’
Helmut thought leisurely. I don’t plan on participating next year. I wanted 2 million marks, but Basor was too hot.
“Right. Rather, the reason I came to you like this is because I have a story you should hear. Come visit me after the martial arts festival is over. “This is not a suitable place.”
The Second Prince’s gaze rested on Helmut for a moment. A person who doesn’t seem to have any intention of leaving. Moreover, he also knows the identity of Luke Yeager. After assessing how much he could say, he spoke with a serious face.
“This is also a story about your safety.”
Helmut’s gaze fell on the second prince. I noticed it right away. What is he trying to say?
“Wouldn’t it be better for my safety if you didn’t come to see me? I am a member of the Knights of Palma. I can’t go against the will of the knight commander… … .”
Luke’s expression also became serious.
As long as the Knight Commander of Palma supported the first prince, it was difficult for him to appear close to the second prince. Prince 2 shook his head.
“It means to come secretly. “I will send someone.”
He added in a cautious tone.
“It’s a very important issue. “It won’t hurt you.”
