Shadow King Chronicles: Building a Kingdom From Behind the Scenes
Chapter 90: Conrad Vs Starfall (Part 1)

"Issac, are you really going to fight Gustave tomorrow? is that not a problem for you at all? you don't have to go that far."

that's what Anna told me when I told her I was going to fight Gustave tomorrow. Tonight, I hacked into Anna's room again.

until yesterday, Anna had not left her room.she needed time to calm down first and put on the face she used to show to her friends.

but he said that it would be strange if he suddenly showed a different expression than usual and it would be troublesome later.well, if he wanted to be so anyway there was no problem.

"No need to worry.I don't know what he's planning.but, I've prepared some things if the worst turns out to be true."

Anna tilted her head.Williest possibility?

"Who knew that he was using something like a royal holy treasure.a golden sword for example? or maybe a pill that allowed him to use a hundred percent of his mana capacity? well if that happens, I've prepared some plans."

Anna looked at me sharply while puffing her cheeks.both hands clenched cute.Woah she protested to me!

"You must know what's going to happen, right? hey Issac, do you have any magic that can make you see the future!?"

hahaha..astaga this child.how could I possibly have something like that right? but if I wanted to, I could actually create or learn that kind of magic, but I didn't want to. What makes the future so beautiful and eagerly awaited is that she's still a mystery.

that future might be like a multiple choice, right? there are many choices, there are many paths.You are free to choose which path you will take.but do not regret the choice we have taken.

okay forget about philosophical chatter like that. I'm not an expert. back to the topic. I can't see the future. rather do not want. but based on my estimates, I can not see the future, Gustave would definitely do something like that

he is stupid, but not stupid enough to realize that he who is now will not be able to defeat me if only using raw strength.he needs something that can strengthen himself and maximize his strength.

given that he was the son of the most influential Duke in the kingdom, there was a chance that he would use a royal holy treasure with the permission of the royal family.as well, there was a chance that he would use a royal treasure, he may use certain drugs to increase his vitality and mana input and output capacity.

but I can only guess until then. The problem with what kind of holy treasures he used to fight against me or what kind of medicines he consumed, I have absolutely no clue. but, that's what makes the match even more exciting, right?

I stroked Anna's head to calm her down. she had nothing to worry about and was bothered by such things.after all, one day something like this would happen. Coincidentally, Anna had become the trigger for this.

"Well, I'm going first. I'm sorry I couldn't accompany you like yesterday. See you Anna." she looked a little disappointed but cheerfully let me go. I smiled and immediately left Anna's room.

****

this afternoon, the students at the Stanford academy had gathered at the Arena of the match. In fact, they were still studying in class until the afternoon. the son of a Duke who is predicted to be the rightful heir of the Conrad family, will compete against the youngest Baron in the kingdom of Heinz.

That's why finally the teachers and principals decided to cancel the class for the next half day.Honestly, not only the students who are interested in this match. they judged that Issac and Gustave were two promising stars.

although Duke Conrad said that Maximilian would succeed him as head of the family, it was common knowledge that Gustave would eventually inherit the Conrad family.

meanwhile for Issac, he is a young boy who was given the title of Baron for the first time for the past 100 years because of his services in saving the princess.in addition, he is also a young man, his prowess had been heard when he had managed to defeat the monster boss in the dungeon of the academy.

although some people consider that what Issac only claims the work of others as the result of his work.

Anna, Lilianne, the twins, and Aurellia were already sitting in the stands.it was the closest to the match arena.

"I didn't expect the boy would recklessly challenge Gustave without the permission of his own superiors.hmpph!"

Aurellia started sulking when the match was about to start. Issac and Gustave were preparing somewhere else.in a moment they were about to enter the arena.

"Yes! Brother Is is always careless like that when something he thinks is important is hurt by someone. But by the way, what was with the word 'satan' earlier?"

uh, Aurellia was aware that she was flabbergasted, so she hurriedly looked for a rebuttal.

"E-e-ehh, I-it's so-so-about.you know, I mean I was a royal princess while Issac was a Baron. S-so it's like we're superiors and subordinates. isn't it?"

No, of course, the four companions did not believe.well, they suspected that there was a certain connection between Issac and Aurellia, but saw Aurelia's reddened face, they couldn't help but laugh and decided to forget about it at least for now.

when Sasha said that, the others put on a seductive face on Sasha so that Anna could not resist the embarrassment.Maybe if Issac saw Anna's mimic like this, he would reflexively pinch her cheek. even hugging her because it was too cute!

"Well it seems like Sasha imagined herself to be a very happy princess when a hero came to rescue her from the monster's entrapment right? apart from that, Anna was very lucky to have a friend like Issac. she dared to act this far because of Anna."

Even though Misha had mocked Sasha a little, she was actually a little envious of the fact that Issac was doing something like this for Anna. Meanwhile, Anna timidly nodded.

"Unnn. Issac is an amazing person.Since that from now on, I will continue to try not to trouble and disappoint him again by trying to become stronger.at least to protect myself."

the others also nodded. Anna may not be aware, her feelings and relationship with Issac have gone beyond the words of friends.it's just that Anna has not understood about her own feelings.What about Issac? I don't know.it's hard to guess Issac's way of thinking now.

"Hey look, the two of them have already entered the Arena. Brother Is, spirit!!! We will always pray for your victory!!"

Lilianne and the others waved at Issac. Issac realized that and waved back at them. These five girls were sure that Issac would definitely win, but since his opponent this time around was Gustave, the cowardly rat, they too should not let their guard down and prepare for the worst possible outcome.

****

meanwhile in the arena....

"Well, well, it feels great to get a shout of encouragement from them, you little boy who can only confess the work of others!" Gustave, who had now faced Issac at the Arena, tried to provoke him, but contrary to his expectations, Issac's response made his ears hot.

"Is that so? I think you should keep those words to yourself. After this game is over, I suggest Mr. Gustave to reflect."

Gustave was furious upon hearing Issac's reply.How dare a lowly noble, whose strength and wealth are nothing, ridicule the Duke's most influential heir like him!

"Cih, you lowly brat! you think by being so pretentious to a maggot-like commoner you have gained the strength to defeat me!? Don't mess with that bastard! from here on I will humiliate you in front of all the students of the academy.

ah right too, you challenged me because of that whore right?! well, let me tell you that I actually assigned him to kill you! and now you're here to defend his honor!? hahahaha, that's ridiculous!"

disgusting laughter came out of Gustave's mouth. Unfortunately for him, Issac had known all that.he just looked at Gustave with a look of pity.

"Thank you for the information, but I already know all that. In fact, Anna became the main source of my information about all your activities.of course as a good boss, Anna, I'm responsible for the safety of my subordinates.I'm sorry, but me and you, are on different levels in the matter of espionage."

Gustave's anger peaked. it turns out this is the reason why his plan has always failed! he had never felt this humiliated before!

"Good Good Good Good! it keeps me motivated to finish you off! get ready, you son of a bitch!"

The referee doesn't know what they're talking about but the air here is getting bad.he wants the game to start immediately.the referee mendeham.

"BOTH SIDES GET READY.... GET STARTED!!"

without making a rake, Issac immediately shot five fireballs towards the armor that Conrad was wearing. Unfortunately, the fire instantly disappeared once it touched the armor that Conrad was wearing.

are so. Issac began to understand what Conrad used.it was a royal holy treasure that was over three hundred years old.

with a triumphant smile, a magic circle appeared from around Conrad and five golden-colored fire spears came out from there.It was a secret technique belonging to the Conrad family, but Issac was undaunted. the one with the anti-magic device isn't just Gustave.

as soon as the magic was fired, Issac came forward and immediately slashed the five golden flames.Of course, the fire was gone. Gustave who soon realized that Issac also had an incredible weapon immediately coated the sword he was using with his golden flame.

a close combat occurs. Issac also coated his sword with black-colored flames.As soon as their swords touched, an explosion appeared afterwards.The explosive force left the entire arena shaken.

a tough match happened. Gustave aggressively swung and slashed his sword at Issac, who was agilely pushed over continuously by Issac.at a glance, it was seen that Issac was desperate but the opposite happened.

Gustave began to fatigue.His attacks repeatedly made his strength drained in such a way. Issac who realized this immediately took a chance.he began to take an offensive stance and urged Gustave.The clinking sound of the sword continued to sound.until finally, Issac saw a gap and immediately slashed Gustave's arm.

with this, the first round of the match was won by Issac.