Chapter 310 Gieze and Hiroya
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
(Gieze’s POV)
(It’s late…)
This morning, to get accustomed to the ‘katana,’ I’ve been repeatedly practicing swings with ‘Kaenmaru (blazing flame)’ that I received from Ms. Sasha.
(Usually by now…)
While swinging, I keep glancing at the mansion door, so I can’t concentrate properly.
(This is bad… Focus!)
Today, the whole clan is heading to the guild to take the ‘adventurer rank’ test. I should have moved up from Rank D to Rank C by now. However──.
(No matter what rank I get, my current goal is…)
”Break through the second floor!”
I draw ‘Kaenmaru (blazing flame).’ It’s light, and I can understand with my body that this is a sword technique specialized for the ‘katana.’ With that speed, I can perform an accurate strike.
”Good draw. As expected, a ‘katana’ suits Gieze.”
Ms. Asuka appeared from the mansion.
”Good morning, Ms. Asuka──.”
A man stood behind Ms. Asuka. He was tall and appeared slender, but his arm, which he raised to scratch his cheek while turning his face, revealed considerable muscularity.
”Um… who is this person?”
In response to my question, Ms. Asuka grinned and handed me a Bokken sword.
”Do you want to spar?”
”U-uh… sure…”
I handed over my ‘Kaenmaru (blazing flame)’ at my waist to Ms. Asuka and took the Bokken sword that was offered.
The man, who had somehow moved to the backyard training area, was casually holding a Bokken sword in a ready stance, with his blue eyes focused.
I wanted to take a good look at his face, but it seems the match had already started.
I focused my gaze and awareness on the tip of the Bokken sword he had raised.
”Counter with your ‘most skilled technique’ Hiroya taught you.”
Ms. Asuka calls out from behind.
(He doesn’t even blink, and her posture is beautiful… Undoubtedly a master.)
Should I initiate the attack? No, I──.
(I’ll wait for her move and then take the initiative.)
I lower my hips and grip my bokken.
”Hmm…”
His long black hair reaches his shoulders, and his eyes are partially covered, but through the gap, I can see his eyes sparkling, and his lips seem to be smiling.
At that moment, the man’s bokken extends towards me.
No, a swift ‘thrust’ must have been executed.
(I’ll deflect this thrust and counter…!)
I swiftly draw my bokken, lowering the tip and deflecting his thrust, then immediately raising it to slash him in the opposite direction.
(Did it hit…?!)
The slash should have landed on the man’s right hip…
I realize that we are now at a distance, and he is once again holding his bokken at eye level.
(When did he…)
I hesitate, wondering if I should sheathe my drawn bokken or step back into striking range.
”That’s enough!”
Ms. Asuka’s voice rings out, and I find the man’s bokken pressed against my throat.
”…Isn’t ‘thrusting’ important?”
(This voice…)
The man brushes his hair back, revealing a very handsome young man smiling at me.
”Lord Hiroya…”
”Yeah, it’s me. How is it? I’ve become quite a looker, haven’t I?”
I stand frozen, staring at his hair tied and secured at the back.
No, I was ‘mesmerized’.
(That… cute Lord Hiroya…)
He has grown into such a handsome man.
”I wanted to fight you seriously, but… you will end up getting knocked out.”
His tone is rough, unlike the usual Lord Hiroya.
But the voice is undoubtedly his.
”What’s the matter, Gieze? Did seeing the adult Hiroya bring you to climax?”
Hearing Ms. Asuka’s mocking voice, I finally come to my senses.
”I, I mean…”
Lord Hiroya, standing before me, tilts his head and gazes at me, causing me to avert my eyes shyly.
”Well, you are indeed beautiful, but… I was also surprised because you’re so stunning, and I feel embarrassed…”
I couldn’t look him in the eye as the handsome Lord Hiroya stared at me, making me feel shy.
”You are indeed beautiful, but the adult version of Hiroya is truly amazing. Even my eyes couldn’t capture his movements; he’s truly ‘swift’.”
Ms. Asuka closes her eyes with an entranced expression.
”You treated Otto, who had become a Demonkin (Majin), like a baby…that was amazing♡”
After muttering to herself, she turns back to face Lord Hiroya and readies her bokken sword.
”Alright! Let’s spar together, Hiroya!”
”No, if I spar with Asuka, you’ll definitely get knocked down!”
Lord Hiroya replies with a bemused expression.
”I’ll make sure to return before I get knocked out.”
The moment she said that, the man in front of her disappeared, and in his place stood the usual adorable Lord Hiroya.
* * ** * **
”Why did you show me your ‘Lord Hiroya’ form this morning?”
I asks Lord Hiroya as we bathe after training.
”This morning, I took a bath with Kazumi and Ms. Sasha. At that time, both I and Kazumi were in our ‘previous life forms’…”
Lord Hiroya replies, slightly bowing his head.
(So, he was enjoying himself with Ms. Sasha and Ms. Kazumi…)
I feel a tinge of jealousy.
”Then Asuka came in and said, ‘Since it’s a rare opportunity, why don’t you show your cute disciple your other form?’”
(Well said, Ms. Asuka!)
I silently cheers for Ms. Asuka in my heart.
”Um… Thank you very much.”
I bow my head politely.
”No, it’s not something that requires a thank you…”
Lord Hiroya says.
”It is something to be thankful for! Being shown such a beautiful adult form…”
(I’ll engrave this memory in my mind. My fantasies will flourish from tonight onwards♡)
As I was thinking about that, Ms. Asuka and Lord Hiroya were looking at me suspiciously.
”What’s so funny, Gieze… You’re laughing so much…”
It must be written all over my face.
My face suddenly felt hot, and I covered it with both hands.
I must have been bright red.
(‘…My imagination is running wild,’ …Seriously, did I used to be such a girl?)
Looking at the adult Lord Hiroya, I felt like something was off about myself.
* * ** * **
(Hiroya’s POV)
(Did I say something bad…?)
Gieze seemed different after seeing me.
Although it was at her own request, I had confessed to her, so…
(Probably, there’s a chance that she’s imagining things… right?)
Even now, when I smiled and Asuka asked her about it, she turned bright red and covered her face with both hands.
(Well, it’s cute, so it’s fine.)
Even I got to see a rare sight of Gieze, so I should be satisfied.
* * *
”Well, I’ve had breakfast… and from now on, we’re all going to the guild, but…”
Liz stood up and spoke.
”By the way, Gunilla Leobendorf and Romy Svilar… I’m officially making you both members of Clan ‘Famière’!”
Everyone clapped at Liz’s announcement.
Gunilla and Romy stood up, looking embarrassed.
”I’m Romy Svilar… I can’t boast about much other than being fast on my feet, but I’ll do my best not to hold you back!”
Romy bowed her head slightly.
”I’m Gunilla Leobendorf. Ain’t got much to brag ’bout ‘cept bein’ big and strong… so I reckon I’ll handle carryin’ the luggage!”
Gunilla said, clenching her fist close to her chest.
”We definitely need Porters like you two for dungeon runs. I’m countin’ on you, ya hear?”
Simona leaned back in her chair and said so. Yeah. It’s really great to have them join as clan members rather than just being hired Porters.
””Yes!””
The two replied energetically.
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Edited by Kanaa-senpai.
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