Still Loved Even In The New World
CHAPTER 103: «Sword Intent»

hearing the boy's challenge to him, Liris smiled and stepped onto the fighting platform.although still a child, but her knight style was already formed.His footsteps were light as she stepped on the stairs towards the fighting platform.

Liris: "it's an honor to accept a challenge from you"

Sian: "let's see if you deserve to take fourth place"

Liris:"I'm sure I'm worthy, but I'm still not sure if you deserve your place right now"

Sian:"it might not be useful if we just talk.we better prove it"

Lyric:"interesting suggestion"

even before the match began, I had already felt the scent of fire burning above the arena. Their arrogance and pride as golden children from among the nobles were completely on display at this moment. both in their verbal attacks and in their swordsmanship.

proudly, they stood facing each other at a distance of about five meters.Their hands clasped the sword tightly.confident smiles and domineering auras emanated from every stance they took.

Alison:"Start...!!"

swos....!! Trang...!!

immediately, after the instructor's words fell they both immediately shot up and approached each other like two arrows released from a rope. The metallic clashing immediately resounded along with sparks that shot out into the air. although this was only a lower class fight, but given that they were still children and still a Zero, then this match could be called decent.

since no one had profited from this first impact, the two of them immediately parted ways and took a distance of about four meters from each other, but I could tell that Liris was slightly profiting in the confrontation.I could see that the hand of the boy named Sian was slightly shaking after the impact.

Tian:"again..!!"

like getting a cue, they darted back quickly.The boy slashed horizontally with great force and was quick, Liris was able to hold and read the trajectory of the slash well.

Trang...!!

the impact after impact of the metal produced a loud sound echoing throughout the arena. The battle between the boys seen in the beginning was really nothing compared to this. lyrical and Sian movements are smoother and more awake. Liris had a smile that was still hanging at the corner of her lips that looked soft like the color of plum flower petals.she faced every attack from the opponent confidently and without the slightest hesitation.

He fended off and counterattacked ferociously.I have to admit that their standards are really far ahead of the same generation. although it was said that he was ranked seventh, but his abilities were slightly better than the average warrior who was much better than other children his age. at least the children who are not included in the ranking list, but even so, his ability has not been able to enter the ranks of the abilities of the knights.at least there is still a big gap in between.

their match lasted about five minutes.They initially responded to each other's attacks and sometimes took a distance to take a breath, but over time, Liris advantage began to be seen. the boy named Sian had started to run out of breath with sweat pouring down his face.although Lyris also had sweat on his face, but his breathing was calmer and regular. it signified that he still had a lot of stamina left.

after all, their comprehensive level difference is quite far adrift. currently Liris has a comprehensive level of E8 (20%), Level 40, and Sian has a comprehensive level of D7 (60%), Level 40 adrift 9 comprehensive levels very far away. The comprehensive level itself points to their overall statistics, including Stamina, Mana, Internal Strange, and others including Mental Energy.The comprehensive level from the bottom is A10–A1, B10–B1, C10–C1, etc, D10–D1 and so on up to S10–S1, SS10–SS1, SSS10–SSS1 are very strong.each level is divided into ten stages ranging from 10% to 100%.like, starting from A10 (10%)–A10 (20%) and so on up to A10 (100%). after arriving at A10 (100%), players can upgrade it to comprehensive level A9. every 10% increase of comprehensive level, the, players will get a bigger stat bonus.

to raise the comprehensive level itself was quite difficult.it was not only necessary to train the physique, but also the technique and mastery of battle techniques.in fact according to the news I had heard while at Alterion, it was, to raise a comprehensive level has many different ways, but I also don't know what it is like. My own comprehensive level will rise by itself while I train, either, so I don't need to think too much about it. oh, for me?. Right now my body has a comprehensive level of Tier two G6 (80%), Level 39, right now, so the difference between me and the other kids is as far away as the sky and the mud.I don't mean arrogant, but that's the truth.

the comprehensive level itself is not the same as the Tier concept. there are still many ways to beat the jump level, either with the right tactics or trickery, but if it is a Tier difference, it is not, unless it had a Divine weapon, it would be impossible to fight an enemy with a higher Tier, since any tactic would be useless against absolute power.

Trang...!!

Ahhh...!!

Brak...!!

my mind was startled by the sound of a very loud metallic impact along with the sound of a scream and the sound of a blunt force beating. I saw that the boy named Sian was thrown a few meters away and hit the battle platform after resisting Liris' attack. I saw the lyrical sword had been coated by a blazing red flame.it seemed like that fire was what burned Sian's hair.well, although it was burning, it was only the tip only and did not affect his appearance. even then thanks to the protection that is in the arena, if there is no protection it is possible that Sian's face will be burned.

Alison:"Enough..!!. The winner is Liris Vermilion!"

the instructor announced the winner and cheers rang out. I don't know when, but the children who were originally on the first and third platforms also started to gather around the second platform where we were training, he said, in the stands there are also more boys and girls from different classes.

Liris bowed slightly and came down from the stage with a proud smile.the sweat was still dripping and her breathing sounded rough due to physical exhaustion, but suddenly there were some servants who came and approached to hand over the dry towel and help Liris wipe her sweat.

Filia:"good match Lyris"

I approached and greeted Liris. Looking at me, she looked enthusiastic and her smile became wider.she immediately bowed respectfully towards me with the waiter behind her also bowing following Liris' actions. is the maid hers?, but I don't seem to see that she's carrying the maid.

Liris:"It is an honor to receive praise from Her Highness Princess Philia"

Filia:"I should be the one to thank you for being shown such an amazing performance"

Alison:"Next!!"

I heard the instructor's shout so that the next student immediately climbed onto the platform.I headed back towards the platform and saw the upcoming match while Liris spoke to that Sian while resting.well, opponents who acknowledge each other and eventually turn into friends.I guess that's how their relationship is now.Thank God, I guess that arrogant-looking boy will hold a grudge, I guess, but it turned out that he could accept the defeat well.

the child who ascended next was a girl with armor that seemed ordinary dark brown.The girl carried a long sword with her sword sheath made of wood in brown lacquer. her hair was a bit of a reddish-brown color with matching eye color.her height was about 2 cm shorter than me.

suddenly the girl pulled out her sword with a sharp whizzing sound due to the friction between the blade of the sword and the sheath.the boy pointed to a child under the stage with his blade and gave a challenge.

"let's have a match...!!"

the boy gave a straightforward challenge without mentioning his name or identity, but there would be no objection to it, perhaps only a few noble children would judge him as a disrespectful child. in any case, judging from his attitude and behavior the child may not be a noble child.

"Abel.. should we do this?"

there was another girl's voice that sounded powerless and like I didn't want this match.I seemed to have heard this voice, but I don't remember where I've heard it.

Abel: "don't say much. hurry up. I'll make you feel my strength"

the tone of Abel's daughter showed a very clear hatred for her opponent.

"t, but I don't want to fight you. I..."

although this was not a life and death match, but with their current relationship, if the match was done then their relationship would be further fractured. so I understand how the girl under the stage feels.

I saw a girl in a somewhat worn leather armor suit with a sword covered by a wear sheath on her waist.The girl climbed the stairs with her head down, though lowered, to her head, I could clearly see her helpless expression.

after seeing the boy I finally remembered where I had heard his voice.he was the daughter who met me. If it is not wrong she was named Stern who was an ordinary child.

the boy walked on the stage and stopped five meters away from the distance of Abel's son. Abel had a hateful expression, while Stern had a sad and helpless expression on his face.

Alison:"I don't know what the problem is between you guys, but this is a training match, I hope you don't keep bad intentions on your opponents and do the match fairly. Start...!"

The abel instantly launched a horizontal slash attack aimed at Stern's body with great force. Stern tried to fend him off, but perhaps because the manpower his opponent used was quite large, he retreated a few steps. Without giving Stern a chance, Abel continued to launch attacks towards Stern brutally. this attack was without any technique, but it only used brute force to suppress the opponent.

the reason why Stern was easily cornered was because he had no intention of fighting with his enemy. Stern kept retreating and kept being pressured by the opponent's attack.

Abel:"everyone says that you are better than me. Now I will show you who is the best.hahaha...!"

Abel attacked while saying, expressing his grievance and laughing madly.

Abel:"you always looked down on me and insulted me behind, didn't you!!. Now I will make you see the real me.hahaha..."

Trang...!!

Ahhh...!!

Stern fell backwards due to imperfect footstool while repelling an attack from Abel. Before he could stand up, Abel had already launched a vertical attack down, trying to injure Stern. cruel and brutal. the snide laughter and grin from Abel looked evil and cruel.I didn't even think that a child would have such an expression.

Trang...!!

it was fortunate that Stern was fast enough to raise his sword and block the attack right above his head.His left hand held his blade so that the attack could be perfectly held.

Abel:"now you see who is better among us.hahaha...!!"

Abel continued to press the sword down and made Stern's hand tremble under great pressure. Abel raised back his sword and attempted to launch a vertical attack next, but as he raised his sword, Stern rolled to the side until Abel's attack only hit the platform and produced a loud sound as well as sparks.

his face was furious as he saw Stern successfully dodging his attack.At once, Abel chased towards Stern and launched a horizontal attack at Stern who was just about to stand up.

Angel:" Sword Skill:«Two Slashes In One»"

abel's hand lit a red aura that enveloped his sword then he slashed it into the empty air.Red light shot from his sword towards Stern who was two meters away from Abel at this moment. not stopping there, Abel's sword still had a red aura and he dashed quickly towards Stern. due to his speed, his speed, he caught up with the light of the slash that he let out at the beginning and swept away the slash light that was the second slash so that the two lights were seen sticking back to his blade.

stern's eyes widened in shock at the attack.he tried to get his sword in a position to block Abel's sword.

Trang...!!

Prang...!!

ahhh...!!

bang...!!

Stern attempted to block the attack, but because the force of the attack was too great, Stern was thrown and the sword he used to resist the attack shattered like glass. sharp shards were thrown and hit his right shoulder and cheek.Red blood flowed and dripped onto his armor.

I saw that even the instructor was stunned by the attack despite trying to stop the attack, but the instructor's move was a little too late. although in this arena there is a barrier that will protect the audience and provide sacred protection to fighters so as not to experience fatal injuries, but still they will receive damage.

the instructor immediately held Abel's hand so as not to continue his attack.Getting a hateful look from Abel, the instructor seemed to ignore him and walked quickly towards Stern who was lying in the arena.

it was actually easy for me to stop the attack, but because I felt that the attack would not kill him, so I did not stop the attack. besides, I also want to see to what extent the child's abilities are a little fun.

as I expected, Stern immediately stood up and held his broken sword in his right hand with blood flowing slowly from the shoulder to the sword.The instructor asked his condition, but Stern kept his head down and did not reply.he held onto his injured right shoulder while shedding tears.Slowly, he raised his head and his sad face was clearly visible. these are not tears due to physical pain.on the contrary, these are tears due to the pain of losing her best friend.it can be ascertained after today their relationship has ended.

Stern wiped away his tears with his left hand which had blood marks on the palm of his hand as it held the wound on his shoulder.his eyes became sharper and stronger. at first he might not have fought back because Abel was still his friend, but now...

what a strong boy.I was surprised by this boy.I liked him...

I could clearly see that suddenly his brown eyes were emitting a silver light that showed a sharp radiance. the sword that originally only left part of the hilt was enveloped by silver light and formed a new blade of silver light.

the sharp feeling he gave off was like being able to slash and cut through anything. Despite just standing there, he had already emitted a faint sharp feeling.as if there was a sword pointed at your heart, feelings that can make you afraid.

this is.it's impossible...

Filia:"«Sword Intent»!!!"

being too shocked, I lost my composure and unintentionally shouted.

impossible.this, this is «Sword Intent»...

(the end of this chapter)

sorry yesterday did not update. This week I had to face the final Exam of semester 6, so I was really busy.

see you next time;)