6th Candidate (5)
“What are you talking about! This happened because of me. So it’s right for me to step forward… …!”
Evelyn stepped forward in surprise, but Julius reached out and stopped her.
“Just wait a minute.”
“colon!”
“Theo wouldn’t have said that for nothing. It’s not too late to express our opinions after hearing everything.”
“… … .”
Eventually, Evelyn hesitated and took a step back.
Kwak.
The veins on the upper part of his right arm where he clenched his fist were bulging.
“Theo, this is now a fight between the White Armored Dragons and the Senate, not between the Dragons and the Prisoners, according to the frame you designed. In a place where the name and honor of the unit must be put on the line, defeat is absolutely unacceptable. It is unacceptable.”
Julius always had a warm smile on his face whenever he saw Theo.
Just now, flames were burning in both of his eyes.
“So, if you just said that out of greed, I will never forgive you. Explain clearly what you are thinking. The elders will definitely come out from that side, so how do you plan to defeat them?”
‘Elder’ is a title given to those swordsmen who have been with Ragnar for a long time and have achieved brilliant achievements in their youth.
Of course, this meant that he was at least at the level of a senior inspector or a Yongmun inspector.
But is Theo, who just passed the initiation ceremony, going to defeat those people?
Even if you were at the top of the practical inspection level, it was absolutely impossible.
but,
“No. The first person to take the seat will definitely not be an elder, but someone who is like one of his disciples.”
“… … What does that mean?”
Looking at Julius, who tilted his head because he didn’t know English.
Theo gave an inscrutable smile.
“I will make it so.”
* * *
“This is giving me a headache.”
“That’s true. I ended up getting all excited at the birthday party of a little kid who was only fifteen years old.”
The elders clicked their tongues at each other.
I was thinking of taking this opportunity to flatten the arrogant Julius and raise the status of the Senate.
As it turned out, the situation had degenerated from one of ‘scolding’ to one of ‘equals’, and it only ended up raising the status of the water palace.
Only the Senate has become a laughing stock.
The problem was that it was not possible to not participate in the training.
Wolfgang’s right arm had already been torn off, and Julius threatened to tear off the arms of the other elders as well.
If you remain silent after hearing that, you will only receive emotional ridicule from Ragnar.
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Moreover, the advantage of numbers has been lost.
It was like adding insult to injury.
‘You’re saying that you made this situation like this with just a three-inch tongue? As the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency said, this kid is like a dozen snakes in his lap.’
Crack!
Wolfgang ground his teeth as he remembered something Edgar had once said.
Now it was really do or die.
“This whole thing is my fault, so I’ll be the last one standing. The other side will definitely have a demon dragon come out too.”
The elders nodded indifferently at Wolfgang’s words, but also showed a look of relief.
They didn’t have the confidence to defeat Julius in a head-on fight.
“The question is who will come out for the first and second duels… … . Does anyone have any thoughts?”
“It’s clear that a high-level inspector or a Yongmun inspector will come out from that side.”
“I can’t see the other agents yet. It’ll take some time for reinforcements to arrive.”
“Then, the only person who can step forward first is that cripple named Evelyn?”
“I will come forward and show you.”
“No. I will step forward.”
“Give me a chance to bring glory to the Senate, a chance to avenge the Senator.”
Now they are shouting out that they will step forward together.
A great opportunity to gain fame as a veteran who has suppressed the Baek Gap-yonggi era.
Wolfgang said, although he was secretly disgusted by such elders, he thought that he should take this opportunity to firmly secure the leadership of the Senate.
“The first one is… … !”
But Wolfgang’s words did not continue.
Suddenly, a person from the Baek Gap-yong unit was walking out slowly.
‘Why that guy?’
The crowd began to roar, just like Wolfgang’s eyes widened.
-Didn’t you say that this was a duel to determine the honor of the organization?
-That’s right. Even though he’s famous these days, why is a little brat who just became a real-life prosecutor coming out to a place like this?
-Is it a discarded card?
-Hey, are you kidding me? He’s the sixth candidate for the succession, and you want to disgrace him?
-So you’re really confident?
-her……!
At that moment, Wolfgang realized.
‘I got hit!’
Himself. And the Senate. And the palace of the watermen and the crowd here. That guy was just a stepping stone for his own fame!
Kwaaaaang!
As if to dispel all his worries, Theo slammed Drake’s blade hard into the ground and let out a rebuke.
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“The actual swordsman of the Baek Gap Yong Gi Corps and the successor to Ragnar, the ‘Island Yaksha’ Theo Ragnar. I wish to step forward as the first sparring partner. Who will be my opponent-?”
[‘Skill: Lesser Drake Fear’ is activated, and the dragon’s breath sweeps in.]
Gooooo-
The magical wind that spread rapidly around Theo filled the banquet hall.
At that moment, the entire crowd could realize.
The rumors about Theo that were known to the world had actually been lacking.
That Kyle had such great skills that he could personally give the sword orb to anyone.
-Didn’t you say that you just had a practical exam?
– Tremendous growth… … !
-There must be a reason why the Lord has been keeping an eye on you. The rumors are endless.
But there was something else that shocked people the most.
-You are saying that you not only represent the Baek Gap-yong regiment, but also put your honor first as the successor?
– Are you going to use this opportunity to solidify your position as the sixth candidate and the term ‘6th candidate’?
Already, all people’s attention was focused on Theo.
Wolfgang knew of Theo’s trick, and although he knew that they were being cornered, he could do nothing about it.
“… … Even though I am the successor, I am told to deal with someone like a field inspector?”
“Hmm! For the sake of the greater good, I will forgo my participation in this first duel. The other elders will attend.”
“Ahem ahem! I will yield as well.”
“me too.”
“Hmm hmm! Me too… … .”
It’s a shameful thing for someone of his age to come forward and say he’s going to beat a real-life prosecutor.
Eventually, the elders each stepped back and glanced at Wolfgang.
Wolfgang felt like his temper was about to explode.
But if he gets angry here, his appearance will become funny.
Eventually, his gaze naturally turned elsewhere.
There stood a middle-aged prosecutor, not a senior member of the Senate, but a member of the Senate.
He was a former servant who had been by Wolfgang’s side for a long time.
“Beta. What was your rank just now?”
“… … This is a practical test.”
“Okay. Then you can go ahead.”
“All right.”
Beta also looked intimidated at the fact that he had to deal with a mere brat, but he couldn’t say no when he saw the gazes of the elders around him.
In fact, he is only a practical prosecutor in rank, but his skills are equivalent to those of a higher-level prosecutor.
“You must not spare your life in this match.”
Then, Beta’s impression hardened at Wolfgang’s words.
“Are you saying kill me?”
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“Even if you don’t kill me, you’ll have to cut off one of my right arms. Don’t worry, I’ll take care of the aftermath.”
“Yes. I will keep that in mind.”
Beta bowed his head deeply and slowly stepped into the training ground.
‘Living… is pretty good. It wasn’t a lie that he was the sixth candidate.’
Beta smiled, slightly tense at the stinging sensation on his skin.
It is about enjoying the thrill of knowing that you can defeat a potential candidate with your own hands.
Srrrrung-
“I am Beta Tetris, a guard inspector belonging to the Senate. I was once nicknamed ‘Gwangpungseon’. I have heard of the reputation of the Island Yacha, so I would like to have a good match.”
With a light greeting,
Chaaang!
The duel began with the two men’s swords lightly clashing in the air.
Beta was the first to move.
Paaaaat-
‘You were given a sword by the lord, right? Then I should check it to that extent… …!’
Beta stopped thinking and opened his eyes wide.
Kwarrrrrrrr-
Flash!
Suddenly, Drake’s blade was engulfed in a bright yellow lightning, and then a tremendous thunderclap was heard, along with a blast of light.
From the ground to the sky, a yellow pillar appeared and struck Beta roughly.
“Ugh!”
Beta was thrown back so violently that he couldn’t even deflect the light beam and rolled around on the ground.
‘Strong!’
Only then could Beta realize it.
The fact that the opponent is so strong that it is difficult to judge him carelessly.
Even if they are of the same class, those who have awakened Ragnar’s talent are more than capable of handling those who are much stronger than him!
Kwakwakwakwang-
Woof woof!
Theo’s advance began in pursuit of Beta.
Every time Drake’s blade traced a trajectory, a cloud of white vapor shook and a bright yellow lightning bolt struck the ground.
Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!
With every step I took, the ground shook violently with a loud noise like a cannon exploding.
There were so many blackened footprints left behind where he had passed.
<Seven Claws of the Dragon>
The trajectory, now extended to seven consecutive hits, swept in like a storm.
Beta had to experience the terrible pain of having his body shake several times from the impact as if he had been hit head-on by a cannon, even though he was able to deflect each attack.
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Then, the posture swayed greatly and the gap was completely exposed.
Theo took advantage of the opportunity and kicked the guy straight in the face.
Kwaaaaang!
Beta rolled on the ground again.
But it was so different from before, even though it looked different.
There were bruises all over his body from internal injuries, and there were too many burn marks and soot.
Even blood was flowing out of the corners of his mouth.
“how……?”
He barely managed to get up and looked at Theo with an expression that seemed to say he couldn’t believe it.
Even if the rumors were false, the level of force that Theo was showing now was something that no ordinary combat inspector could possibly have seen.
As if it were impossible without the opportunity during that short period of time… …!
‘Coincidence!’
Beta remembered that Theo had not come out of Dongbaek Palace for several days after receiving the sword from Kyle.
At that time, I thought I had just recovered from my long overseas mission.
What if, in fact, he was digesting the fate he received from Kyle?
Of course, even if there had been a lot of luck, I wondered if such rapid growth would have been possible.
Otherwise, this growth rate would be absurd.
“Go! What on earth have you done… …!”
Wolfgang just got up from his seat and started to vent his anger.
The gazes directed towards the half-sword tomb were full of protests as to what kind of monster they were creating.
Other people’s reactions also varied.
“her.”
Julius was amazed at how everything went according to Theo’s plan from start to finish.
“As expected, he’s my friend, but he’s a monster. How on earth am I supposed to catch up with a monster like that?”
Wellington shook his head, laughing vainly.
“Sister, what should I do?”
“I don’t know, Inma. You have to find your own way.”
“Oh, sir. It’s gotten too strong.”
The Erica siblings were sweating,
“Son… … .”
Cecilia clasped her hands together and prayed fervently for Theo’s safety.
and,
“Hahahaha!”
The black dragon laughed heartily, and the plum blossom princess smiled faintly.
Because it was so clear to their eyes.
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-The teachings they had taught him were completely incorporated into Theo’s swordsmanship.
“Now I understand why you and Julius are so restless and clingy to Theo.”
Especially, the black dragon was now expressing his admiration so openly and blatantly, which was unusual for him.
That was why I noticed that all of Theo’s changes came from one thing.
‘The Sword Bead… … I gained something from the evil spirit of the sword that my brother gave me. It must not have been easy to suppress the madness, but you are saying that you are doing it with great skill?’
It was true that he was worried because he knew well who the original owner of the sword that Kyle had given him was.
It seemed like I didn’t have to worry anymore.
And at this moment, the black dragon was sure.
Theo was different from other regressors.
Completely different from other selectors.
I was able to gain a firm belief that I would be able to make such a ‘choice’.
This can be called a ‘real’ selector.
-The sixth candidate.
That place was really meant for Theo.
Thump thump thump thump… … !
The heartbeat, the sound of pounding, and the magical wind that spread out from Theo drew ripples and powerfully spread out in all directions.
Boom bang bang bang bang!
How the bastard of the Return Sword Family lives
