The Bastard’s Way of Life of the Returning Swordsman

Episode 16

first war (1)

“… … .”

“… … .”

“… … .”

“… … .”

For a moment, there was a deep silence.

But each reaction was different.

The Maehwa Palace looked at Theo with a quiet gaze,

Julius let out a quiet voice.

Ed was laughing strangely.

And.

bang!

Wolfgang slammed the tabletop and got up nervously.

“Is the voice of the sword true? under! How dare you think you can handle so many forces alone!”

A sullen spirit filled the room.

It was a feeling of intimidation that even a tolerable high-ranking swordsman would feel intimidated by.

Theo seemed to be unaware of it, and his expression of calm remained the same.

“Isn’t that something I can handle?”

“what?”

“And I understand that in the appeal trial, when the difference in weight class is large, as it is now, the deliberation takes place as a proxy war, right?”

“… … !”

Only then did Wolfgang realize Theo’s intentions, and his expression hardened.

If, as Theo said, a proxy war would occur, Theo would have to be seen as a ‘one’ force.

It meant that someone could be playing by proxy on Theo’s behalf.

What if it’s Evelynn who helped Theo?

Even if you lost an arm, a high-ranking swordsman is a high-level swordsman.

If she does, I don’t know what the outcome will be.

‘Or the demon dragon might try to step out… … !’

Wolfgang sneaked a peek at Julius.

Julius was staring at Theo with a puzzled expression.

I know how much he cares for Evelynn.

That he cares deeply for Theo.

Wasn’t the reason why he decided to accept Ed’s request in the first place to annoy Julius?

However, if Julius reversed himself and offered to help Theo.

Then it can only be the worst.

What kind of forces would want to confront the demon dragon?

No, even if Julius didn’t step up, it was a problem.

Under the provisional rule, appeals must be held in a public place.

It means that there is no choice but to draw a lot of attention.

However, in order to catch one bastard bastard, as many as 15 factions put forward their representatives?

At that time, people will pour out their eyes and how will they endure the pointing of their fingers?

Prosecutors are people who live with honor and pride in their hearts.

It was like all such honor and pride were drowned in mud.

It was clear that all 15 factions would resent Wolfgang for letting them do things that way.

Even among people, the fact that it was the head of the Senate who led this would spread quickly.

‘It’s an outlier!’

Wolfgang involuntarily clenched his fists.

Thinking that I have to turn this situation around somehow, I turn to Ed this time…

‘… … this guy It’s a snake.’

Ed, like Wolfgang, didn’t look very comfortable.

Indeed, for the first time, he was feeling something creepy about Theo.

It was because he saw other goals that Wolfgang hadn’t seen before.

‘Are you trying to plant the impression that Dongbaekgung is oppressing you? So you want to rise as a hero representing the low-class bastards?’

There are two main impressions Theo will receive after the appeal trial.

– An bastard who fought righteously against strong oppression.

And.

– Ragnar revealed his pride as the successor in front of everyone.

Isn’t it a stereotype that the lower ones, who have not been able to speak their own voice because of the pressure of the giant power, are just right?

Even if Theo loses in the appeals court, he is not defeated.

Because it is clear that sympathy votes will be concentrated.

Theo wants to use this opportunity to raise the value of his name and build a foundation by gathering followers.

On the other hand, Ed and Wolfgang will lose one way or another.

‘How do you know the rules of the alternative appeals court in such detail?’

Usually, conflicts that occur in Winterer are mostly determined by the faction or faction to which they belong, so I wasn’t worried.

Theo had exactly caught the hidden surprise.

It’s also a vital point.

“… … .”

Despite the pressure of Wolfgang’s continued glances, Ed fell silent for a moment.

My mind was so confused.

However, the response to this was not difficult to decide.

‘… … you have to kill that guy No matter what happens, surely.’

With such spirit and stratagem.

Everything is excellent, even the ability to design a board that they cannot escape from.

If left alive, he was definitely the one who would hold on to his ankles forever and ever.

Even if it meant being pointed at by the world for a while, I had to step on the sprout.

‘I’ll have to bring up Axion.’

I thought to teach the fear of the world through death.

By the time Ed’s eyes cooled down like that.

Fisik!

Theo gave a light laugh as he looked right at me.

It’s like I don’t know what you think.

And.

– As if this is really the end.

‘no way… … ?’

Ed recalled a fact and looked up with his eyes wide open.

right at that moment.

“I thought you were just a quiet kid. You know how to do such a cunning thing.”

Suddenly, an echo echoed along the ceiling.

“… … !”

“… … !”

“… … !”

“… … !”

All four dragons, including Ed, stood on their backs.

It was because a tremendous force, enough to overwhelm them all, pierced the place where Theo was like a thunderbolt!

Wow!

Cuckoo-

A tremendous earthquake to the extent that the Office of the Law trembled up and down.

The hard marble floor collapsed and a cloud of dust rose up to cover Theo at once.

“Meet the head of the household!”

“I have an audience with the eldest son of the great dragon.”

“Learn the mastery of the sword!”

“I salute the Master of the North!”

The four dragons all bowed their heads on one knee in that direction.

A sword example that shows the utmost loyalty of the subordinates towards the great lord.

But.

Indeed, their masters seemed to have no interest in the greetings of their cherished vassals, only focusing on one place.

where the dust has gone.

A man of about 190 cm tall, with a solid build and ferocious eyes, was looking down at Theo.

“Even when you see me, you don’t look nervous at all. You have changed so much, son.”

The man, Kyle Ragnar, laughed like he was having fun.

Looking at the sight

Ed had to feel a ‘creepy’ run down his spine for a moment.

‘no way… … Looking forward to this… … ?’

Theo’s expression as he looked at the householder was too calm.

As if I knew it would be like this.

* * *

‘I wonder if I really didn’t expect you to appear like this.’

Contrary to the plain appearance.

Theo smiled bitterly at Kyle, who was looking at him with interest.

‘In my previous life, even though I wanted to see him that much, it was difficult to meet him.’

-father.

Kyle has always been difficult for Theo.

Even if you want to get closer like rich people from other families, you can never get close.

Like the stars in the night sky, the person who is located at an unreachable distance.

sometimes longing,

or resentful,

And sometimes, the person he missed was right in front of his eyes.

With a face he had never shown to himself in his previous life.

‘Calm down. Now is the time to focus on the war.’

But a little bit of agitation.

Theo quickly made up his mind.

This was the first war in this life that will be dotted with many wars in the future.

I absolutely had to win.

[You have succeeded in enduring the fierce momentum of your opponent.]

[You gain some experience.]

I gained a little bit of experience just by overcoming Kyle’s momentum.

Thanks to that, I was able to come up with a good plan.

“Introductory swordsman Theo Ragnar welcomes the great dragon god incarnate.”

Theo intentionally prostrated himself one beat later than the other 9 dragons.

It was to make Kyle aware of his existence once more.

Also, there was an intention to tell the other 9 dragons that this place was theirs.

‘My father would know this too.’

just as expected.

Kyle gave a strange smile and grabbed Theo by the shoulder and straightened him up.

“What kind of reaction is this between the rich and the poor? Do you want to get up?”

A friendly tone.

But Theo wasn’t seduced by that.

‘My father is more serious about his children’s competition for power than anyone else. The reason why you found this place must have been because of how you came across my story. So I have to keep showing a solid side.’

As far as Theo knew, Kyle had only one interest.

– Prosperity of the family.

Having relationships with numerous women and having close to a hundred children.

The one that brought out the peak of the family.

Even seeing the extreme of swordsmanship and trying to become a demigod.

All in order to spread Ragnar’s greatness throughout the continent and the world.

So, Kyle always tried to find a successor who would follow in his footsteps and make Ragnar even more prosperous.

In particular, I enjoyed evaluating the character of young children who had not even undergone the Flowering Ceremony.

Like right now

“I happened to hear about your situation while taking a walk around here by chance.”

not.

You’ve probably been watching from the beginning.

“I thought the situation you were in was very complicated. May I ask who you were thinking of putting up for the proxy fight?”

Theo didn’t miss Kyle’s eyes sharpening like a beast raving about its prey.

He knew very well what answer he wanted here.

So, Theo tilted his head as if he didn’t know why.

“I don’t know if I’m stupid or what the head of the household means.”

“You are asking who will represent you in the appeals court.”

“Are you going to represent me? Where in the world is such a person?”

“… … what?”

Perhaps it was an unexpected remark, Kyle blinked his eyes for a moment.

“My voice is entirely mine. Do you dare to say that there is someone in the world who can take my place? My justice, my will, and my claims are all mine.”

“What do you mean?”

“Yes. So, of course, I was thinking of going to the appeal trial.”

“Then you would lose?”

“How would you know without trying?”

“They are all at least those who have unlocked their magic.”

“Even if I am forced to bend, I will not bend myself.”

“what? hahahaha! Ha ha ha ha ha!”

Kyle covered his face with his hands and let out a loud laugh.

Then, he turned his head to where the 9 dragons were and grinned.

“Did everyone hear? what my son is saying? Even if it bends, it does not bend! What could be more appropriate for Ragnar than this!”

The nine dragons, who lowered their heads, were still speechless.

Only Julius smiled strangely.

On the other hand, Ed and Wolfgang’s expressions hardened.

“I really like the way you look before a fight.”

Kyle looked at Theo again and put his hand on his shoulder.

Kwak.

My shoulder hurt.

However, Kyle’s crimson pupils, which contained Theo, were shining more intensely than ever.

“Thank you for a good look.”

“However, I still think that it is unfair for you to go through an appeal trial like this, who cannot be called a proper prosecutor because the opening ceremony has not yet been held.”

This time, Theo’s eyes shone.

Because I knew what my father was going to do.

“Therefore, on behalf of all of them, I, Ragnar’s master, Kyle Ragnar, intend to test a sword on you from now on.”

Instantly, the 9 dragons all raised their heads in amazement.

A face in shock.

“Stay with it. If so, I will absolve you of all charges.”

“… … !”

“… … !”

“… … !”

It’s been a long time since I’ve seen Kyle as a ninth dragon who protects someone, especially a child like this.

Because of that, Maehwa Palace Lady and Wolfgang’s expressions were greatly shocked, and Julius lightly laughed ‘pa-hat’.

“My lord! That’s not going to work!”

Ed hurriedly stepped forward.

‘As long as that guy catches the eye of the family head, I have to stop it somehow!’

An alarm bell was ringing in his head.

The moment Kyle starts to pay attention to Theo, all the plot to get his hands on the Rose Palace goes to waste.

“Hangryong.”

However, Kyle looked disapprovingly at the vassal who was interfering with his fun for the first time in a long time.

“Yes. Lord.”

“Who told you to speak without permission?”

Ed hurriedly lowered his head.

“sorry. However, I was worried that the vassals and riders would dare to speak of the rich man’s affection… … !”

“Do you see me, Kyle Ragnar, as someone who would be swayed by such a simple affection?”

her!

Kyle let out a laugh.

“What if they don’t trust me that much? Everyone has to get out.”

“… … What do you mean throw it away?”

“Isn’t that the only meaning for Ragnar?”

In an instant, Kyle’s crimson eyes glistened with blood.

“I have no choice but to kill.”

“… … !”

“… … !”

“… … !”

“… … !”

The other 9 dragons and Ed had no choice but to stand on their backs.

“Shall I tell you my personal opinion? I actually think what this kid said this time is right.”

Silence fell.

The heavy air seemed to squeeze the lungs of the 9 dragons including Ed.

This was already Kyle’s territory.

“Aren’t they all servants and soldiers who must follow Ragnar? But are you trying to tarnish the master’s authority? If so, you should step on it. to never do that again. Isn’t it?”

“You are right.”

“… … Ragnar’s supreme being is the householder. May you do as you please.”

The Maehwa Palace lord bowed his head, and Wolfgang gave in because he didn’t have the courage to argue with Kyle in the first place.

Only Julius looked at Kyle and smiled as if he knew or didn’t know.

“Do you have anything to say, Ma Ryong?”

“no. It’s just that the head of the household seems to be excited after a long time.”

“You talk nonsense.”

Kyle smiled and looked back at Theo.

“How are you? will you?”

Theo shook his head calmly at Kyle’s question.

“How can you compare the sword of the patriarch with that of vassals and riders? It is too heavy for me.”

In an instant, Kyle’s face went cold.

“You’re not saying you can’t do it, are you?”

“no. As a trainee swordsman, how could you refuse the head of the household?”

“then?”

“I wanted to tell you that there is no fairness.”

“It doesn’t fit the equation… … ?”

what is this again?

Kyle’s expression changes again.

Theo said, slightly curling up one corner of his mouth.

“Since the stakes have become heavy, shouldn’t the price on the other side be increased as well?”

“Hoo?”

“For example.”

Theo’s gaze turned to Ed.

“Like Dongbaek Palace.”