"Do you have time to practice with me? Don't worry. Normally, I won't hurt you. Even if I accidentally hurt you, I can still afford the medical fees. Yep, if I accidentally hurt you, I'll pay for your living expenses for half a year. "
Diyana looked at me with a smile that didn't seem like a smile. I was surprised at first, but looking at her dark red face and embarrassed expression, I roughly knew what the problem was.
Experts were very sensitive to other people's gazes. Right now, wherever she was practicing with her sword, a bearded vagabond would constantly stare at her sensitive parts. That fiery gaze wasn't hidden at all. Her thighs, breasts, and buttocks weren't even left. He was basically a perverted criminal, so naturally she was in a bad mood.
This was truly a misunderstanding. In the past, there were quite a few beautiful dark elves in Sulfur Mountain City, and he had gotten used to looking at beautiful women together with Adam. It was probably because he was chatting about important matters while looking at beautiful women. This time, he had gotten too used to it.
Just because I was fine before didn't mean I was fine now. In the past, I was either wearing a SemiGod mask that blocked off all senses or a skeleton, which obviously wouldn't attract the attention of the "victim." But this time, I was less than ten meters away, and my gaze was still on the important parts of the opposite party. Obviously, I was courting death.
The thief Mark and the barbarian Mond gave me a thumbs up, meaning something along the lines of, "Amazing. Everyone knows that this girl isn't to be trifled with and secretly stared at her, but you didn't even try to hide it. You're a real man."
Alright, I wasn't guessing. The barbarian actually shouted it out, but Diyana glared at him and he obediently lowered his head.
"Don't worry, it's just practice. I'll use the back of my blade."
After thinking for a while, I looked at the displeased Diyana slowly unsheathing her sword. She seemed to want to teach me a lesson no matter what I said. I felt a bit helpless and could only find an excuse.
"Actually, I just miss this sword technique. This is Sulfur Mountain City's third military sword technique. I learned it for a period of time in the past. You learned it quite well and have already broken away from the norm. But copying others too much will instead restrict your own path, which isn't necessarily a good thing. "
"… You really know how to brag. The old gambler knows sword techniques? I've never seen him use a sword. "
"I did see him swing the Wooden Sword a few times, but it was like a stick. Tsk, tsk, tsk. You must be spouting nonsense to pick up girls. "
Everyone looked at me in disbelief after I said that, but Tiana was stunned. She never expected to hear such words here. The person she respected the most had said the same thing to her before.
"Imitation is a necessary part of every swordsman, but everyone has their own path. Tiana, your talent in swordsmanship is actually above mine, but you're not me. My path doesn't suit you. I hope you can think more and walk your own path. "
Diyana's face was filled with astonishment, but I simply stroked my chin and maintained a mysterious smile … Thinking back to the full beard on my face, I felt like I was trying to fool the blind with my coquettish eyes.
Of course, I knew that she was using the third military sword technique. After all, Sulfur Mountain City's military training manual was written by us. Since Sulfur Mountain City's warriors needed to learn sword techniques, it was impossible for Adam and I, the two top Sword Saints of the continent, not to learn them. The Knight's heavy sword and the one-handed sword seemed similar, but there was actually a huge difference. The third military sword technique was the Knight Heavy Armor Sword Technique that I personally wrote.
Since it was a common sword technique, I naturally wouldn't add in too many difficult techniques. Since it was a military sword technique, I naturally wouldn't be lenient. It was ruthless, accurate, and heavy. One strike for one life, and easily for serious injuries. Although it was a royal sword technique, it was like a mad bull when used, so it was also called the Wild Bull Sword Technique.
And saying that Tiana was imitating others wasn't just empty words. It was originally a head-on third sword technique, and it wasn't very popular among the Town Security. After all, dark elves weren't known for their strength. But there was a stupid girl who trained hard in this sword technique, and in the end, she even surpassed her teacher, completing a new version of the Wild Bull Sword Technique. She added shoulder strikes, elbow strikes, kicks, and other small movements into the sword technique, evolving the Wild Bull Sword Technique from a fierce charge into the Wild Bull Sword Technique that used the entire body to fight.
But this sword technique was only suitable for her, who was born with extremely high stats. If others were to learn this modified version of the Wild Bull Sword Technique, its power would decrease. But on the other hand, those small physical movements that didn't have much killing power were very suitable for street brawls and dealing with drunkards. And on the battlefield, it was also very suitable for her indomitable fighting style.
"Now that I think about it, this Tiana, even her makeup and hairstyle are imitating that silly girl. Even that silly girl has a loyal admirer. How complicated."
Alright, now that I mentioned it, probably everyone knew that the silly girl was Diana. Thinking about how that stupid subordinate of theirs had suddenly become a legendary hero, everyone's feelings were a bit complicated.
I rubbed my chin, inexplicably deep in thought. But the silly cat jumped onto my shoulder.
"Do you feel like you're outdated?"
"No, since it's such a high imitation, the armor should be the same. I'm imagining what that silly girl would look like after wearing this armor. It should be very pleasing to the eye, but I keep feeling like something's missing … I suddenly have a new inspiration. How about I find a place and mail the new design to Adam? "
"… I suddenly feel like it's not wrong for her to want to get even with you. Also, can't you restrain yourself a bit?"
The silly cat's complaints came out of nowhere, and I could only helplessly smile wryly.
"I didn't want to either. Who knew that the Seven Original Sins would be like this after returning? It's probably a good thing that my soul is complete, but …"
I didn't need to say anything else. Everyone knew what was going on. After the Hades was built, due to certain reasons, the emotions that the Seven Original Sins represented returned to my soul after the Seven Infernos were completely rebuilt.
It was just like how someone who had been restraining themselves for too long would likely be unable to control themselves if they were suddenly released. I was actually not used to having my soul complete.
The lack of emotions from the Seven Original Sins had accompanied me for countless years. Now that they had all returned, it was indeed a bit unbearable. A life without desires would make one like a walking corpse, but when one had too many thoughts, it would be difficult to control. This sudden idea that popped out was probably just a small inconvenience.
Of course, I was confident that I could control it well. Having my emotions and soul complete would also allow me to improve further. However, I was afraid that it would take some time to completely deal with my violent emotions. My previous words were obviously a mistake due to this.
If this was in the past, since I didn't want to expose myself, I would have shamelessly talked nonsense with her, turning this duel into a farce. Pure rationality didn't require too much emotional interference.
But now, pointing out the shortcomings of a Sword Saint from such a high position would naturally attract a great deal of attention from her. It would seem that I still had some useless pride.
* Shing! *
As expected, Diyana still unsheathed her sword. But this time, her expression was serious. Someone who could point out the pros and cons of her swordsmanship after watching her practice for only a few dozen minutes was most likely much stronger than her.
"Please enlighten me. Sword … Sword Saint. "
This time, after taking a deep breath, Diyana held her sword with both hands and looked at her opponent at eye level. She came with the mentality of asking for guidance from an expert.
Relaxing her hands, she raised her sword over her shoulder and swung it horizontally to the right. This was the starting stance of the Raging Bull Swordsmanship's three killing moves. It seemed that as soon as she started, she would give it her all.
At this point, the arrow was already nocked on the bowstring and had to be released. Even the others were watching.
I shook my head but still got up. It seemed that I couldn't avoid it.
"Just play around. Don't be too serious. I'm very weak right now … Ouch, ouch, ouch! What are you doing, Catalina! "
I had just picked up a wooden stick and was planning to practice with the little girl when my ear started to hurt.
"Apologies, guest. Please don't bother with this bastard. This guy just likes to brag and be stubborn. He's always trying to scare people. Actually, he doesn't have any skills. He's already been taught a lesson by many adventurers. "
Her aqua blue hair was tied with a pink ribbon. Under her willow-leaf-like eyebrows were phoenix eyes that were always full of energy. Her simple barmaid uniform had the golden embroidery of a noble maid's uniform. Her red apple-like face had a few imperfect pimples. When she spoke, she even danced with her hands and feet. Her entire person gave off the feeling that she was full of energy. But at this moment, this stupid girl number two was actually twisting my ear!
"Ouch, ouch, damn girl! What are you doing! "
"I'm saving you! Idiot, hurry up and apologize to this great adventurer. Did you forget how you were thrown out by that dwarf craftsman last month? "
"Ha, I was really able to fix that iron motorcycle back then. How could I have known that those bastard gnomes were such scammers? The moment I opened the lid, they self-destructed."
"Also, that great mage found that wand in the ruins. You actually said that you could identify it. What was the result? If you can't identify it, then you're just spouting nonsense. "
"I didn't lie. That was a pink spell: Summoning Tentacle Surgery. That mage was too embarrassed to admit the truth. Catalina, do you believe me or that mage?"
"Of course it's the great mage! I've already been tricked by you enough. What legendary ice mage, the strongest sword saint in the continent? You've caused me to be laughed at so many times. I'd be really stupid to believe you again! "
But such words were unable to move the furious barkeeper's daughter. She suddenly pressed my head down and bowed to Diyana in apology.
"I'm sorry, great adventurer. Although this bastard is full of nonsense, and although he's a lazy, drunkard, and gambler, he's still a good person. As an apology, I'll waive your accommodation fees for the next few days. "
But when she turned her head, she had an expression like that of a devil.
"The reduced income will all be put on your debt! Stinky drunkard, go wash the dishes for me. Don't even think about being lazy! "
Then, she bowed again, turned around, grabbed me by the collar, and directly dragged me away.
"Hey, hey, hey, I'm really good at fighting. I'm a sword saint. You can't treat an epic hero like this. I'm really a big shot, a really, really big shot! "
But unfortunately, no one believed the truth. It seemed that Catalina, who was born with divine strength, was worried that such nonsense would anger the great adventurer. She ran even faster.
"Haha, as expected of a classic scene. I won't get tired of watching it. Catalina, do your best. Let him wash the boss's stinky socks. "
"Karo, if you're an epic hero, then I'm a Demigod-level lich!"
My feet, which were dragged by a monstrous force, left a groove on the ground. But the empty ground was already filled with laughter.
"… Did I really make a mistake?"
Shaking her head helplessly, Diyana sheathed her sword. She kept feeling that something was wrong.
"Madan, I really am a legendary hero. You brat, Shidan, you actually dare to laugh at me. Fine, when I recover my strength, I'll really turn you into a lich!"
"Haha, I'll be waiting for you. I'm so scared, Great Sword Saint Karo! Ugh, no, Your Highness Great Lich! "
Then, the entire training ground roared with laughter again. It seemed that the air of happiness was everywhere.
As for me, who was being dragged, I could only shake my head helplessly. Why was it that every time I told the truth, no one believed me? But when I tried to bluff people with half-truths, everyone fell for it.
But feeling the increasingly frightening brute force behind me, I began to hesitate. In a way, this mixed-blood girl was a major factor in my staying in this tavern for more than half a year.
"This brute force has increased by 20% compared to last month. According to the System's standard calculations, my Strength has already broken through 30. How terrifying. This can't continue. Perhaps I'll have to have a showdown with Old Barton. "
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