## Chapter 136 – The Barbarian of the Arena
The Nolls, unable to even stand, are no match for me.
No matter how fast they crawl, it’s slower than my brisk walk. Thus, the presentation is crucial. How can I dispose of these sickly, demonic Nolls in an impactful way?
Taekwondo, of course.
“Siljang Kwonbeop!”
Immediately after throwing the sword, I showcased the three disciplined stances of Siljang Kwonbeop. ㅡKui kui. Confidence surged from the correct posture like a tidal wave. Thanks to the effects of the holy winged costume I’m currently wearing, destructive power emanated directly.
The host, witnessing my dynamic movements, praised it as the barbarian’s martial art, and the audience’s eyes gleamed.
ㅡPaaat!
I kicked off the ground, catching up to the Noll from behind.
With that instantaneous acceleration, the wings fluttered greatly, scattering feathers.
Truly a Divine Dash.
“Start: Dash!”
The Noll tried to turn, but in that state, rapidly changing direction was physically impossible. I immediately grabbed the Noll’s leg and started spinning.
“Here it comes!!!! The Barbarian Spin!!!!!”
ㅡKrr, Krrr…!
The spin intensified. This wasn’t a regular Giant Swing. While the conventional Giant Swing involved spinning the enemy and slamming them into a wall, this swing gathered centrifugal force to the extreme beforeㅡ
“EuuuㅡOoooo!!!”
ㅡWhoosh!
ㅡviolently throwing them into the air.
ㅡShooong! The Noll, soaring into the sky, let out a bizarre scream before crashing to the ground. The emitted scream even created a Doppler effect. Thwack! It wasn’t hard to guess his fate, having fallen headfirst.
I trampled the corpse and advanced.
The remaining number of Nolls totaled four. I walked destructively like a colossal weapon, beating each one to death with extraordinary methods.
It was truly a recreation of myth.
Next time, I should ask them to sprinkle the feathers with shimmering pigment. That would enhance the holy effect even further.
Corpses piled up with each step.
But I didn’t feel anything special. To me, this felt like a game similar to whack-a-mole. The monsters’ resistance was useless. Since I didn’t feel any sense of crisis, I simply enjoyed going wild like a playful child.
After beating three Nolls to death, only the last one remained.
ㅡKrrng!
I kicked the Noll’s head, and after he fell into a stun, I flipped his body over.
The finishing blow must be flashy.
That’s the rule.
“This is the end.”
ㅡFlutter!
Leaping high, I twisted my body in the air. Chwaak! I felt the wings spread. Icarus, I am Icarus now! Icarus who dared to reach for the sun and fell to his death!
But I won’t die. It’s because I didn’t even jump 2 meters, let alone reach the sun. But that was enough.
With eyes wide open, I looked down at the Noll lying on the ground. The target is his heart. I clenched my fist tightly. My steel-like fist, trained to the extreme, was strong enough to destroy the heart of such a small and fragile creature in one blow.
I raised my arm. At the same time, I fall.
Due to gravity.
ㅡSimultaneously with the fall,
“Geumgangswaaaaaaa!!!”
I slammed my fist into the Noll’s chest.
Thwack!
ㅡKweeeeeeeeeeck!!!
The ultimate strike, gathering all sorts of physical energy, exploded. It was truly a critical hit! The feeling of the Noll’s ribs shattering traveled up my fist. The Noll, spitting blood, convulsed and then met his death.
A power akin to divine punishment.
Brutal Angel Kim Gkatteu fulfilled his duty once again today.
“The barbarian has won again today!”
ㅡWaaaaaaa!
ㅡWoaaaaaa!
Cheers erupted as the host declared victory.
I’m getting used to this.
“Heh heh.”
Savoring the victory, I retrieved the sword I had thrown.
Lately, I’ve been so active in the arena that my proficiency in unarmed combat has increased by at least 50%. It was a good opportunity in many ways. Opportunities to beat monsters to death with my bare hands like this were rare.
Shall I go back now? Go get my pay from Durvan, and then back to the lodging. Cloudie will be waiting.
Even though she says she’s embarrassed, she’s been coming to watch every match day.
We’ll spend time together again today, and then quests from tomorrow. And the arena again next week. I can just keep cycling like this. It was a fulfilling routine. My income has also increased significantly, so I’m thinking of visiting the Adventurer’s Guild soon.
“Jaaaaㅡal!”
Then, I heard a shrill voice.
“I saw ittttt!!”
It was a voice that seemed to have high tension… Is it my fan?
But I felt a kind of suspicion. There’s no way an individual’s voice could be heard so clearly and loudly in such a noisy space… What is it? Did she swallow a train boiler?
No. There are no trains in this world yet.
Then what is it?
And above all, it was a strangely familiar voice.
As I was thinking about the owner of the voice, a roar echoed.
ㅡKwaang!
“Wh, what is it!”
Along with the sound of something falling, dust rose in the arena.
Startled, I took a step back. What on earth is going on? Amidst the confusion, unable to figure out what to do, the host shouted excitedly.
“Aaaaanit! What is this! The young lady of Isvant, who was watching the match, has come down to the stageeeeee!!!!!”
ㅡT, the young lady has come down!
ㅡYoung Lady!
ㅡTake me!
What?
A young lady?
“As expected! Seeing her up close, it’s become clear!”
Hair dyed crimson as if soaked in blood. And a roll bun hairstyle that seems to advertise, “I’m a noble!” Above all, that characteristic tone and the dress armor she’s wearing!
She, standing proudly with her arms crossed and declaring as if making a proclamation, was none other than the young lady of Isvant!
The dust cleared in the blowing wind. The young lady, having landed in the center of the arena, was watching me with a triumphant expression.
“You’re the barbarian warrior who performed so well in the Ogre subjugation battle last time!”
What is it? Did she watch my match?
Dumbfounded, I wondered how to react here. Am I not Angel Barbarian Kim Gkatteu right now?
Even if she’s a noble, there’s no way I can bow my head. Rather, I should show the demeanor of a barbarian here. The appearance of a true warrior who doesn’t yield to anyone!
ㅡDon’t be ridiculous, you over-immersed bastard!
My barely remaining reason awakened my mind. That’s right. I’m just a theater actor. The moment I take off the costume, I’ll just be a D-class adventurer Kim Gkatteu.
I’m not a true barbarian warrior.
The decision was made. I immediately knelt on one knee and bowed my head.
“A humble barbarian greets the young lady!”
“Hoh! Does a barbarian warrior know manners! Amazing!”
“Huh?”
“Just kidding! Please stand up immediately!”
Due to the tension, sweat started pouring out of my body. I awkwardly raised my head and stood up. Step by step. The young lady approached me.
“As expected, my eyes weren’t wrong! I enjoyed the match! It was truly an impressive match! The thrilling battle made my heart race the entire time!”
She seemed to be enjoying herself, shouting so loudly right in front of my nose that my ears were about to burst.
At the same time, I started to feel embarrassed. Right now, I was only wearing white briefs, sandals, and the straps holding the wings on my back.
It was truly an embarrassing outfit. There was nothing more embarrassing than showing this appearance to someone I knew. My nipples were also exposed to the whole world.
My current appearance was like a pathetic adult trapped in a malicious fantasy, awkwardly cosplaying as a cute angel of love, Cupid.
“Ah… Yes. Is, is that so? Haha! I’m just grateful that the young lady enjoyed watching!”
Still, I expressed my gratitude for now.
Judging from her words, she seemed to have enjoyed my match very much. Since she had personally awarded me a prize during the Ogre subjugation battle, she must have come down to congratulate me in person.
“Ohohohot! The sight of the Nolls dying like trampled maggots was truly refreshing! As expected, you are the warrior I had my eye on!”
“Khahaha!! Trampled maggots, what a very poetic expression! The barbarian Gkatteu is moved!”
For now, I decided to spout whatever came out of my mouth to flatter her.
“You know your stuff, barbarian warrior!”
We both burst into laughter at the same time. Come to think of it, it seems like it was a similar atmosphere when I received the prize last time. Since she seems like a reasonable person, there’s no need to be afraid beforehand.
“The reason I came down here in person is because I was happy, and also because I wanted to congratulate you in person! No! Before that, I also wanted to see the warrior who showed such tremendous power up close!”
“Co, congratulate me! Such an honor!”
I bowed deeply at the same time.
“An honor is out of the question! The fact that my enjoyment was the most important value to you!”
The young lady started praising me, rambling on and on.
“Anyway, it was a really enjoyable time!”
“I was also truly honored to meet the young lady!”
“Then I hope you continue to strive forward!”
ㅡKwaang!
The young lady kicked off the ground and flew explosively towards the seats. Tremendous leg strength. No, it was tremendous mana manipulation. She jumped over dozens of meters in one leap. She could truly be called a superhuman.
Is that even a person?
Well, to superhumans like her, the sight of gladiators without even mana fighting would just look ridiculous. But that’s not all.
Fighting is best when it’s between scrubs. There are no gladiators in the arena who can use mana. They’re all burly veteran killers, but they all defeat monsters or opposing gladiators with only the power of their bodies.
If that’s the case, even if they don’t have mana, they were warriors.
That may be why they’re popular.
Well, I heard that in big cities, knights show off their martial arts and hold tournaments, but it’s a different world story, so I’m not interested.
“Di, did you seeeeeeeㅡ!! Gkatteu, the barbarian and barbarian warrior, was recognized by the young lady no less!!!!”
It wasn’t just me who was surprised. The host and the audience all congratulated me. It was a sudden situation, and it ended just as suddenly, but I felt strength in my shoulders.
My antics work even on nobles!
Well done, Kim Gkatteu!
“Kkieeeeeeeeeeeeeeck!!!!”
I let out a refreshing shout towards the crowd cheering for me. Amidst the cheers, I left the arena.
But damn, I thought she was going to give me a reward, but she just praised me and left.
My heart is torn.
“Durvan!”
After exchanging casual greetings with the gladiators, I looked for Durvan. Even though I’m the one who works for only 30 minutes in the morning and disappears, I’ve already become something similar to a work colleague with the gladiators. Durvan appeared with my clothes.
“Gkatteu! You were really amazing again today!”
“I’m always amazing.”
“Here, here’s your pay!”
“Good!”
I received the money and listened to the explanation for the next match. As expected, it was the opening, and the content was to catch some insignificant monsters. At the same time, we also discussed the costume concept. Angel, demon. Warrior. Knight. What’s next?
“How about a magician who can’t use magic?”
“What the hell are you talking about?”
“A pointy hat, panties, and a robe, beating monsters with a staff and fists!”
Isn’t that just a crazy warrior cosplaying as a magician, not a magician who can’t use magic? Well, I don’t care. I was a talented actor. Even if I receive any script, I was confident that I could complete it perfectly.
After finishing the conversation with Durvan, I came outside. The next match is next week, that’s great. I immediately came outside.
“Hey, 「Cloudie」”
As expected, Cloudie was waiting. I immediately called her.
“Wh, what? That strange emphasis?”
“It’s nothing. The next match is next week again.”
“Really? Not the week after next, but next week…”
What’s wrong with next week? Cloudie sighed and said.
“But more than that. What did you talk about with the young lady?”
“Huh? Ah, did you see?”
“I was watching and came out, so of course I saw. Euh-heung? What is it? Did our Gkatteu seduce another woman again?”
“No, no, that’s not possible. She said she felt good seeing me trample the Nolls to death like maggots. She suddenly came down, praised me, and left.”
“Just that?”
“Just that.”
Even I, the person involved, couldn’t really understand the reason.
Well, whatever.
