Academy’s Genius Swordmaster - Chapter 225

225. Late summer is autumn (1)

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Phileon Academy in late summer was green with greenery. The song of cicadas, which will probably be the last performance of the year, was resonating all over the world.

Staff on duty and some students who had returned early were walking in and out of the school gates. Looking at the scenery through the window, Iril muttered to himself.

“School is starting soon.”

Iril was humming a song and changing the flowers in the vase. I never get tired of seeing the bright yellow daffodils.

Suddenly, she remembered what happened three years ago and smiled softly. It was the first time she had received a present from her younger brother, who was always picky.

‘It was a daffodil even then.’

The daffodils Ronan held out shyly were more beautiful than any flowers Irill had ever seen. Looking back, it was also that day that my younger brother decided to go to Phileon Academy. I was so proud that I cried out loud.

“…I hope you come soon.”

“Even so, I got a call yesterday. They said it would arrive today or tomorrow.”

“Oh really?”

Then, a low, calm voice came from behind. Irrill’s eyes widened as he turned his head.

Two hours had passed since they had started cleaning, and Schlieffen had not stopped mopping.

“Mr. Schlieffen, you don’t have to work so hard. Because I do it!”

“I can’t do that. Doing one’s best in everything is the family motto of the Grancia family. Besides, if you inhale a lot of dust, you may get a consumptive disease, so you have to be as meticulous as possible.”

“Oh, yes.”

Despite Erill’s dissuade, Schlieffen was stubborn. The scene of the next swordsman putting on a hood and wiping with a mop has now become a daily routine.

‘He’s grown up a lot.’

Even Schlieffen, who seemed young at first sight, now showed off a full-fledged youth. He grew taller, and veins appeared on his arms as he rolled up his sleeves. Iril, who had been staring at him quietly, clapped his hands.

“that’s right. Mr. Schlieffen, you were the same age as our Ronan, right? Was it next year that you graduated from the academy?”

“exactly. Why?”

“Ehehe, I’m just curious. I’ll prepare lunch soon, so let’s eat together!”

Iril left those words and headed downstairs. While moving briskly, she suddenly turned in front of the kitchen and went into her room.

The room, which was decorated to match Irill’s kind and refreshing image, had never had a single guest, including Ronan. She slowly approached the bed and lay on the floor. And I put my arm under the bed.

“Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu…!”

It wasn’t easy. When I stretched out my hand to the limit, something came out. It was a small box, just the right size to hold in the palm of her hand.

“Whew, maybe I should have put it somewhere else.”

After brushing off the dust on the outside, Iril opened the box. A mechanical device resembling a compass was inside. It was a blood acupuncture needle, a magic tool that points to the direction of the person you want to record when it is stained with blood.

The red needle was fixed towards one place. Iril, who had been quietly looking at the blood needle, murmured in a low voice.

“…you’re close.”

She closed the box again. And again, I pushed it in so deep that I couldn’t reach it.

Illil, who had slapped her face as if to regain her will, stood up. Suddenly, a familiar voice came from the front door.

“My sister is here. Seniors too.”

“Oh Ronan!”

Lily’s expression brightened. She opened the door and ran out, hugging Ronan who was standing in the doorway. It was a two-month reunion. Adeshan, who was behind me, hid her face and greeted me.

“Oh hello. Mr. Erill.”

“It’s been a while since Adeshan too! Why are you covering your face?”

“It’s a bit messy since it just came back. I couldn’t even wash properly…”

She was right. Tired of the long journey, the two had a sloppy look that couldn’t honestly be called clean. But Iril didn’t care at all.

“Ah, what does that matter! Everyone missed me so much!”

“me too.”

Ronan answered briefly. Raising her gaze, she smiled.

Brother. My only brother in the world.

****

“This is it. After all, my sister’s cooking is the best.”

“Ehehe, I’m glad. Eat a lot.”

“After that, just one more bowl.”

Ronan poured the potato stew into his bowl. This was already the fourth bowl.

It was amazing that it was so addictive even though it didn’t contain any special ingredients. He pointed to Schlieffen, who was sitting across from him.

“okay. Didn’t that weasel-like guy do something strange?”

“yes? Are you doing something strange?”

“You have something like that. Asking if I can use the bathroom because I need to wash up all of a sudden… Asking for help with my workout while taking off my top…

”

Schlieffen groaned as if he had been heard. Fortunately, I didn’t put food in my mouth, so it ended with some saliva. Wiping his mouth with a handkerchief, he clicked his tongue.

“Cheap. It is an absurd speculation.”

“Good luck then. I mean follow the standard procedure, not shady tricks.”

Upon returning to the islands, Ronan and Adeshan headed home. It was lunch time, so we were able to eat together.

Four people sat facing each other at a long table. Iril, who stretched out his upper body, gently stroked Adeshan’s head.

“I also eat a lot of Adessan. It’s not messy at all, so don’t worry about it!”

“Thank you. I will eat well.”

Adeshan nodded. Even though I knew that Ronan and I were siblings, I couldn’t help but feel intimidated when I stood in front of Iril.

Even if he searched the entire continent, not just the empire, he wouldn’t be able to find such a beautiful person. Iril, who stared at Adeshan’s face, continued.

“It’s not messy, but rather, it’s gotten prettier, right? Ehehe, have you got a boyfriend?”

“That’s it…so…”

Adeshan stuttered. I wasn’t sure if I could tell the truth about this. What if a distant pumpkin like you gets mad at me for daring to touch my sister? Could it be that you’re crying all of a sudden? You’re a younger brother who’s been pampered like a child…!

Of course, given Iril’s personality, it didn’t seem likely, but I couldn’t help but be afraid. It was in the midst of her confusion. Ronan, who was quietly eating the stew, opened his mouth.

“Things like that happen, too. Because you’re dating me.”

“uh?”

“Ro Ronan…!”

There was no hesitation in his calm tone. Adeshan shouted urgently, but the water had already been spilled.

For an instant, silence came over the table. Took. The spoon fell from Schlieffen’s hand, who had been listening quietly. Suddenly, Iril stretched out and grabbed her face with both hands.

“What! really?!”

“Yes yes… that’s how it happened.”

Adeshan nodded quickly like a woodpecker. Seeing it up close, it was even more beautiful. Ronan and Iril, who looked at her alternately, exclaimed.

“Aww! damn it went really well They fit so well!”

“i think so too.”

“Since when did you start dating? who confessed first? did you hold my hand? Could it be that they already kissed each other…!”

A barrage of questions poured in like a raging wave. Every time Adeshan giggled and answered a question, Iril’s legs flapped like they were swimming.

‘It’s fun.’

Ronan looked at the two and smiled. I really missed this atmosphere. The past two months, which I spent tangled up with furry hair that smelled like snow and aurora rays, were also enjoyable, but I couldn’t feel the idyllic mood like now.

It was about time that the kettle was empty. Suddenly, Ronan opened his mouth.

“sister. I have something I want to ask you.”

“huh? What?”

“You said you had no memory of your father, right?”

“…to?”

Iril’s face froze for a moment, then loosened. She licked her lips and nodded.

“that’s right. You left home when you were too young. what’s the matter?”

“just. Suddenly curious.”

Ronan shook his head from side to side. I was hoping that I would be able to get information about the savior and Abel, but it seemed like a foolish idea. In the first place, I saw the curse dwelling on her in person in the world of images.

“If someone who looks like my sister comes and claims that they are her father or a relative, you must never open the door. got it?”

“Yes? I will. I’m not sure what that means…”

Iril blinked incredulously. Ronan emphasized lockdown again in a tone that seemed to be admonishing his daughter. Now, with Nebula Klagie on the defensive, was the most dangerous time.

‘A wounded tiger is scary.’

I put a lot of effort into security, but it was just in case. If the church found out about the existence of the house or sister and staged a kidnapping, there wouldn’t be much trouble.

“I told you to be careful. I bought a present from the north.”

“Oh, a gift?!”

After a serious talk, Ronan changed the subject with a gift. In the end, I had to pay more attention to myself. It wasn’t long before Ronan and Adeshan left the house after eating.

“I ate well. I’ll just bring my luggage to the senior dormitory and come back.”

“Yeah, slow down! Adeshan is coming again!”

Iril smiled and saw them off. The moment the front door opened, several figures quickly scattered in the corners of the field of vision. Ronan opened his mouth with his gaze in front.

“How many people are there?”

“Twenty and three. There are seven more people a short distance away.”

Adeshan answered. It was a phenomenal detection ability at any time. Ronan giggled, raising one corner of his mouth.

“good. You sure keep your promises.”

He was a house guard who had been asked by the emperor in return for a feat he had done earlier. I thought they would send five or six at most, but thirty. In addition, judging by the movement of the body, it seemed that he had quite a bit of skill.

“How long until school starts now?”

“Two days. This vacation was really only in the North.”

“Iknow, right. Ummm…what can I do?”

Ronan, who was thinking about something, let out a drool. The long journey had just ended, but there was no time to rest. Adeshan tilted her head.

“what’s the matter?”

“No, I was just worried about who to go with. Since you are the student council president and senior, you don’t have to focus on the academy.”

“Yes?”

The next destination was virtually fixed. However, because it was such a busy place, I was extremely worried about when to go and what colleagues to go with.

Ronan’s worries continued until he escorted Adeshan to the dormitory. After confirming that no one was around, I kissed her on the cheek, returned home, spread the sleep that I couldn’t achieve, and that was all I thought about until right before I fell asleep.

After waking up, I spent time organizing the data I had collected in the North. It would have been much easier if I sent the entire data, but since there might be someone from the church in the imperial family, it was more comfortable to just organize it and report it directly. said Ronan, passing the seventh report into Sheeta’s mouth.

“This time, this. please.”

“Pun!”

Sheeta flew out of the window. If you report this, you will receive a response within three hours on average. Come to think of it, I had to visit the imperial palace once.

Anyway, since I was busy, the two days passed quickly. At the school opening ceremony held in the plaza, many nostalgic faces were gathered. Marja, who was shoulder to shoulder with Asher, spotted him and waved.

“Ronan! When did you come back?”

“Ma Mara. I’m suffocating…!”

Fortunately, both of them seemed to have returned unscathed. I don’t know if it’s because of my mood, but they seemed much closer than before. Ophelia Braum Erzebet also kept her seat with a slightly mature appearance. Not to mention Schlieffen.

“Where the hell did this kid go?”

But the person Ronan was looking for was different. After wandering around the campus for a long time, he was able to find the blond boy only when he entered the club training ground.

When I opened the door, a hot air mixed with ash rushed in. Judging from the fact that all the scarecrows for training were engulfed in flames, it seemed that they had been working hard on training since the first day of school. Ronan called him.

“Hey, come on.”

“Who dares treat me like that…Ronan?”

Itargandh turned his head. The fine face befitting a blood relative of Navardoze was wet with sweat and glistening. Ronan’s eyes met, and he smiled with a friendly smile.

“It’s easy. Are you here to train too? If it’s okay, sparring with me…”

“Coalition is good. I can beat you to the point of shitting your pants if you want. But before that, let me ask you something.”

“what?”

Itargandh shrugged his eyebrows. After brushing off the ash from his clothes, Ronan opened his mouth.

“Tell me how to get to the dragon city of Adren. Preferably in a way that allows me to arrive alive.”