Starting With an SSS-Rank Swordsmanship Talent

Chapter 178: The Powerful Young Knight Apprentices

Theo glanced at his opponent with a serious look. He didnʼt dare underestimate this young Knight Apprentice for he knew that this man was one of the best talents in House Silversword.

He has so many scars on his body despite being younger than me. Just how many tough battles had he fought?

Theo thought when he saw the scars on Rasmusʼs arms.

”Fight!” The refereeʼs voice drifted into his ears.

Hearing this, he immediately lunged at the young Knight Apprentice and swung the wooden sword.

Swish!

He had seen Rasmusʼs fights and none of his opponents lasted more than three moves.

He thought that he might have the chance to win if he took the initiative to attack.

However, as if having anticipated his plans, Rasmus calmly took a side step to evade the trajectory of his slash. He then pushed Theo using his elbow, causing the latter to lose balance. Subsequently, he made a horizontal cut.

Pak!

Theo gritted his teeth as he blocked the sword. The moment their wooden swords clashed, he felt the disparity in their physical prowess.

What unbelievable strength!

He exclaimed in shock.

He had fought with many Knight Apprentices in their household, but no one had this much power.

”Youʼre quite good, my lord. Few managed to block that strike.” He heard Rasmusʼs nonchalant voice.

Theo snorted. He felt that he was being mocked.

He put more strength in his sword and released a push kick out of anger.

Rasmus nimbly twisted his body to avoid the kick. He then countered with a spinning elbow that struck Theoʼs face.

The crowd gasped in surprise when they saw Theo spitting blood, but no one said a word. This wasnʼt against the rules and everyone was allowed to use every means necessary as long as it wasnʼt fatal.

The sharp pain shook Theo and he almost collapsed from the impact. He could feel his vision spinning due to the impact, but he stubbornly kept himself standing while moving away from his opponent.

He doesnʼt even hesitate to use such moves. Did he learn this from Lord Alaric?

Blood leaked out from the corner of his lips. He felt that his jaw had been dislocated after taking that elbow.

”You arenʼt my opponent, my lord. Please surrender. I donʼt want to hurt you.” Rasmus said indifferently.

Theo steadied himself and looked at him with a cold gaze. ”A warrior of House Paxley will never surrender! Come at me!” He shouted.

Rasmus narrowed his eyes upon hearing his words. ”Then I wonʼt be lenient anymore.” He muttered before he charged toward Theo.

In the next moment, he kicked the ground and propelled himself in midair to deliver a spinning sword slash.

It was a move that he had been practicing for a long time and it was suitable for one-on-one fights.

Theo was surprised by the move that he had pulled off. He quickly raised his wooden sword to parry the attack, but when their swords clashed, he felt a heavy force that sent him to the ground.

When he fell, he saw Rasmus staring calmly at him.

”It was a good fight, my lord.” Rasmus bowed at him before he turned around and left.

The referee announced Rasmusʼs victory causing a wave of applause and cheers from the crowd.

They all thought that Theo could last a little bit longer, but it ended so abruptly.

While everyone was discussing the results of their fight, the referee called Renante and Aliya, telling them to come up on the stage.

When these two young warriors stepped onto the stage, another wave of cheers and applause erupted.

”Who do you think will win?”

”Itʼs hard to say. The both of them are remarkable warriors and they each have their own unique styles.”

”How about a bet?”

”Bring it on! I bet on Dame Aliya!”

”Then I will place my bet on Sir Renante!”

Meanwhile, Aliya flicked the wooden sword, familiarizing herself with its weight and balance.

Tsk!

She clicked her tongue, feeling a bit annoyed at the wooden swordʼs overall feel. It didnʼt fit well with her and she was certain that it would greatly affect her battle prowess.

On the other hand, Renante was also figuring out the wooden spear in his hand.

”Are you both ready?” The refereeʼs voice suddenly echoed while they were playing with their weapons.

Aliya and Renante nodded.

”Fight!”

As soon as his words fell, both young Knight Apprentices moved at the same time.

Swish!

Swish!

Pak!

The wooden sword and wooden spear clashed, producing a sharp ʼpakʼ.

In the next moment, the two exchanged a series of blows. They were so fast for their level that even some Knight Apprentices failed to keep up with their speed.

The older warriors who were watching the battle were impressed.

Unreal… They are on a whole different level compared to the rest of us…

Theo who was being treated on the sidelines was stunned when he saw this scene.

Aliyaʼs swordsmanship was precise and fast, while Renanteʼs spearmanship was firm and masterful.

After a few minutes and over a hundred exchanges, Renante used his physically stronger body to overpower Aliya, forcing her to retreat successively.

Dammit! This bastard is using his strength to overpower me!

Aliya tried to deflect the other partyʼs spear with a flurry of sword moves, but Renanteʼs spear was like an immovable pillar, firm and strong.

If only I could use my sword, things wouldnʼt be like this!

Aliya bit her lower lip with an indignant look. She couldnʼt accept that she was being pushed back. What made her even more upset was that she couldnʼt properly utilize her sword techniques because of the poor balance of the wooden sword.

In the end, Renante took the victory.

After the referee announced the result, Aliya glared at Renante and walked away with heavy footsteps. The frustration in her eyes was evident.

Renante looked at her defeated figure with a satisfied smile. The girl had been arrogant lately because of her sudden rise in power. He finally had the chance to knock some sense into her.

Aliya, this defeat will make you stronger. I believe in you…