Chapter 34 – Chapter 3: The Lonely Knight – 1
My whole body became cold due to tension.
It feels like my heart is shrinking.
If you say something wrong at this moment, you could die.
“…”
In the past, I would have been so scared that I couldn’t even breathe.
It was different now.
No matter how high the authority and powerful force the man in front of you is a knight.
Because it couldn’t be higher than the intimidation I felt when I faced the bear.
Tia answered in a calm voice.
“I came on behalf of Madam. “To let you know that the driver’s cook prostituted herself but did not pay her.”
The driver looked back at the cook next to him.
He was trembling with fear.
“Cook chef. “Is what this girl said true?”
“Yes, yes…”
“Why didn’t you give money to that prostitute?”
“Well, that’s actually…”
Excuses began to emerge.
They initially promised 3 days, but after doing it one more time, they said they were going to give all 4 days.
However, the woman suddenly refused unilaterally, claiming that she had broken her promise.
It’s a ridiculous story.
The problem is that you didn’t pay in the first place. Do I need to say anything else?
I was furious, but I decided not to say anything since I would have common sense and know whose fault it was.
However, despite those expectations, a completely different reaction than expected came back.
“That’s strange. According to what the chef said, there is no problem. Why does she say she didn’t get the money?”
“… Yes?”
“This problem will be solved if you whore spend one more night with the chef. “Aren’t you the best at shaking your butts?”
“Puhahahaha-!!”
“Ahahaha!”
The men laughed all at once.
Tia’s mind went blank due to the insults thrown at her head-on.
The looks in the eyes of drunken men were unusual.
A sinister laugh, a glance scanning the body, and a ravenous tongue.
Tia realized.
She does not see herself as a ‘person’, but merely as a tool to unleash her sexual desires.
“If you understand, go back.”
The moment when the knight, who had come to his own conclusion, was about to return to the tent.
“… What if you don’t like it?”
Jeopuk.
The knight’s feet stopped.
He turned his head and glared at his Tia.
With a cold look in his eyes that says he will no longer accept it as entertainment.
Nevertheless, Tia was not intimidated.
“Is this a knight’s ‘honor’?”
“How dare you… !”
The subordinates jumped up from their seats.
The beer glass that was on the table fell over and spilled.
“What kind of safety are you talking about now?”
Chuck.
The knight raised his hand once to calm the uplifting mood.
Then he laughed and pulled out the longsword tied to his waist.
Grumble-.
It’s a metallic sound that makes your heart chill.
“Alan.”
“Yes!”
The squire who was nearby immediately stood up.
He was a man who bore many similarities to a knight.
He handed the sword to Alan and said.
“Since you asked about honor, please answer with honor.”
“I understand.”
The air changed in an instant.
A small, low voice.
Deep darkness.
Tia knew this heavy atmosphere.
When a gangster who stormed into the liaison office and started a rampage, the teacher asked a duel with a serious face… It was the same atmosphere at that time.
The knight pointed to Tia’s shortsword.
“You, too, prove with honor that that sword is not just decoration.”
“…”
Sereung-.
I slowly pulled out the rose saber.
I don’t know why.
I didn’t plan on doing this when I came here.
But my pounding heart gave me courage and a sincere desire to fight.
As a ‘prosecutor’.
The squire who acted as the knight’s representative spoke to the longsword.
“Alan Orband. “I challenge you to a duel.”
This is not practice.
It is not a fake duel with wooden swords.
One-on-one combat where you kill each other with real swords.
“Tia Anthea. “I will agree.”
As soon as she finished giving a light nod, Allan approached with her sword raised.
Zech.
On the contrary, Tia drew back her sword.
Calmly recall Master’s teachings.
A duel is only a moment.
It is decided with just one movement.
Not twice. The moment you get cut or stabbed, it’s over.
“…”
Sweat flows.
The knight’s men were drinking and making fun of this duel.
It’s like fighting dogs and giggling.
The sound of shallow laughter disturbs concentration.
I glared at my opponent.
Big. Body and sword. Everything seemed big.
It felt like it was infinitely far away for her own sword to reach.
Still, it seemed like the man could jump out at any moment and stab him in the head with a long sword.
Boom-!
In the blink of an eye.
Alan comes in, brandishing his sword.
“… !”
Reacted quickly.
Chang!
Sword and sword clash.
The powerful impact travels down my thin arm, past my shoulder, and just before it reaches my leg.
The red eyes turned fierce.
Karreuk-!
Following the tangled blades.
Swish!
He quickly crossed his arms and twirled his sword.
The trajectory of Rose Sabel’s future is…
The opponent’s right hand.
“Tsk… ?!”
Alan also noticed her and immediately laid down his sword.
That’s just a trick.
Tia lowered her posture for a moment,
Kaang-!
She scooped up the man’s long sword with all her might.
The front is pierced.
All of this was just a moment.
The game was decided here.
All that’s left is the finish.
Hwaak-!
Just as she was about to turn her blade again and strike her opponent in the jaw.
Boom!
“Ugh!”
Suddenly a shield appeared and struck away the sword.
Tia was pushed away and fell to the floor.
“Stop. It’s over.”
The knight returned the wolf-shaped shield to his subordinate and spoke briefly.
“Alan. It’s your defeat.”
“Yes. “I’m sorry.”
“No. “That young lady was just being outrageous.”
Then, she came closer to the fallen Tia and held out her hand.
“Who is it?”
“… ?”
“Who is your teacher?”
“Bin Carlos… “
“As expected.”
His blunt voice became much softer, and his gestures towards Tia were completely different from before.
And just like a lie, she solved all the problems right away.
“Cook chef. Prepare and bring money right now.”
“Yes!”
“The name… ‘Tia Anthea’?”
“Yes.”
“You almost hurt Carlos’ disciple. “I’m so sorry, Miss Antheer.”
The knight politely asked for forgiveness as if he were a nobleman.
Tia suddenly answered that she knew.
After that, she took the money and returned to the tent.
No one laughed or disturbed anyone.
Everyone was happy to return Ailee’s money.
The chef even included roasted pig as an apology, so everyone was able to party until late at night that day.
“Tia-! It was so cool!”
“It’s really amazing! “I didn’t know you could actually fight with a sword!”
“I almost fell in love with the same woman, not even the man.”
“Ahaha…”
Well, I think it worked out somehow.
As she fell asleep with her sisters, Tia realized for the first time that she would enjoy this trip.
I feel like something more interesting will happen tomorrow?
She closed her eyes, imagining the scenery of De Seo she would soon arrive at.
* * *
Day 5.
As soon as she woke up, she busily prepared to leave.
Tap-dag-dag-.
The sound of horses’ hooves is loud today.
It looks like the driver is trying to carefully check the formation just before departure.
But for some reason, the sound of the horse’s hooves got louder and louder…
Pussyuk-.
A white warhorse stopped in front of Tia.
She was a little scared, wondering what was going on.
Surprisingly, the driver said good morning in a soft voice.
“Good morning, Miss Antheer.”
“Oh, hello-. “Mr. Knight.”
The knight came down from his horse.
“No. My name is not Knight, but Von Lobrt. From now on, you can call me ‘Robrt’.”
“All right. Mr. Robert.”
He looked around.
Then the sisters nearby were so shocked that they ran away to another place.
Robert sang softly.
“Miss Anthea.”
“… Yes!”
“What are we going to Deseo?”
“Oh, that’s…”
Is it so unusual to go to Deseo alone?
People always asked first, ‘Why are you going to Deseo?’
After saying it so many times, it’s gotten to the point where it’s already stuck in my mouth.
A precious friend has been seriously injured and needs a drug called ‘Dienbus’ for treatment. He is heading to Deseo to get the drug.
After hearing the story, Robert silently nodded his head.
And he made a short statement.
“I respect you.”
“Yes-?! Joe, respect…”
I thought it was too grand a word, but he spoke calmly as if he didn’t think so at all.
“It is admirable to think of going this far for a friend. At a young age, even a girl.”
Robert’s voice seemed to contain some loneliness.
“… “Here was the camaraderie and dedication that cannot be found in knights these days.”
I don’t know what the story is.
Still, I wanted to convey some words of comfort.
“Hey, Mr. Robert.”
“Hmm?”
“I don’t necessarily think it’s just me. Thanks to Robert, who is leading the tribute team, everyone can entrust their precious tributes with peace of mind. “Other drivers also firmly adhere to the change, so powerless people like us can live with peace of mind.”
“…”
“I think it’s all about ‘dedication.'”
Robert looked at Tia in silence.
Then he suddenly started laughing wildly.
“Haha… Ahahaha!!”
It occurred to me that he had said something for no reason because of his meaningless laughter.
“Ho, did I say something presumptuous? Sorry!”
Haha! No, no. It’s been a while since I heard something interesting. “I laughed irrationally without realizing it.”
Fortunately, it didn’t seem like it hurt anyone’s feelings.
The knight got back on his horse with a relieved expression.
Then she took out her horn and blew it vigorously.
Puuuuu-!!
When the signal announcing the departure of the public delivery team sounded, the carts began to move slowly, starting from the front.
It was when Tia was about to start walking along the procession.
Zech.
“… !”
Suddenly, a large hand popped out in front of Tia.
Robert asked.
“Would you like to get on?”
“Yes? I don’t know how to ride a horse…”
“It’s okay.”
He lifted his finger as if to grab it quickly.
The moment he couldn’t help but place his hand on it.
“Wow… !”
His body was suddenly pulled up.
Lovrt supported his Tia with his strong arms and helped her sit in front of him.
The reins were handed out to the girl who managed to keep her balance.
“Catch it.”
“Ah… Yes!”
“Let’s go.”
Fuhiiing-!
With the powerful roar of a war horse.
Unscheduled horseback riding training began in the morning.
