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Chapter 52: That's All I'm Going to Take

"Oh, oh man... Isn't this dangerous?"

"Dangerous? This is way beyond that. This guy has completely surpassed the level of a first-year."

"Dimna-sama~~~~!!! Don't loseeeeeee!!!"

"That's right!!! We're almost there; we can defeat the commoner soon!!!"

"Yeahhhhhh!!! Beat him, Gulf!!!! There, cut him down!!!!"

Amidst the loudest cheers of the day, the arena was filled with numerous voices of encouragement.

The excitement wasn't limited to the general seating; it extended to the special viewing area where nobles, wealthy merchants, and renowned adventurers were seated.

"Dimna... being pushed back by a commoner!?"

"It's a delicate situation, but there's no doubt they're having a good fight. Unlike the previous battles, this is truly a balanced match."

"Grrrr......"

As proud nobles, they might want to deny it at all costs, but in this setting, there was no one who didn't know the word "Fighting Spirit" or couldn't see its effects.

"Hey hey hey, this is seriously getting intense!!!"

"Don't make too much noise. The match isn't over yet."

"You fool, idiot, you're too stubborn! Even if it's that young lord from the Marquis family? If he can push him that far, his value has skyrocketed!"

"...That's true. The combat skills and physical abilities he's shown in the matches so far are all commendable. Plus, the awakening... from that adversity, one might say. Regardless of luck, he seems to possess what it takes to be a strong individual."

"That's right!! That kid... aspiring to be a knight? In that case, maybe he can somehow join us."

Even though the renowned adventurers were affiliated with the organization called Clan within the adventurer's guild, most of them stood at the top of semi-independent organizations.

Those already promising as potential assets were worth keeping an eye on from now.

Is it pointless to approach someone aspiring to be a knight?

Not necessarily.

Many children have aspirations for the profession of a knight, whether they are noble or common.

However, becoming a knight requires a certain level of skill.

The fact that the territories managed by the Regula family are abnormal aside, monsters exist everywhere.

Having knights as a military force is never a problem, but whether one can achieve the kind of recognition and honor they aspired to in their childhood is a different story.

If you belong to Clan, an organization within the guild, there's often praise and promotion of the adventurers affiliated with Clan, saying, "Our Clan achieved these incredible feats!!!".

Additionally, even if not affiliated with Clan but working solo - although it's tough - depending on the nature of their activities, individuals in a party can still be easily evaluated.

On the other hand, knights operate under an organization known as the knight order. While not all orders are corrupt, it would be an exaggeration to call them an exceptionally clean organization.

Regarding whether an organization meant to protect citizens and the country can be fine like that—well, that's a matter of perspective.

There may be no good excuse, but in any world, the watchful eyes of the country's leaders can't reach every corner.

Furthermore, even in a state where the country and the royal family don't manage everything, even if they could see, it's questionable whether they could correct everything.

In a world like that, where the possibility of death might increase, it's preferable to go to a world where one's achievements can be properly recognized.

Not just among commoners, but even among the sons and daughters of nobility, there are plenty who share this sentiment.

At the current moment, it's not entirely impossible that some of the students participating in the fierce battle festival might begin their careers as adventurers after graduation.

"He's working with the rumored Regula family's child, right? If so, he might have already heard some inside information... No, wouldn't the Regula family have received such information?"

"Complicated matters don't matter! The fact that he's a commoner means there's a high chance he might come into our world in the end!!"

"...In conclusion, that seems to be the case."

For the adventurers, either way, they can enjoy watching the fierce battle in a lighthearted mood.

While there are many among them personally supporting Gulf, no one expected a lukewarm result, such as Gulf, a commoner, pushing through the way he is now.

"Hah!! Fast!!!"

"Hah! Hah!! Blade!!!"

Having mastered the Fighting Spirit and returned to the ring, Gulf's movements were truly in an awakened state.

The anger he had initially suppressed towards Dimna, who belittled his friends, was now unleashed and positively reflected in his body's movements.

Yet, the battle had finally reached a balanced state.

It was an evaluation with Gulf's time limit in mind, and there was still a significant possibility of the situation shifting once again.

However, unlike the battles before, both Gulf and Dimna were gradually accumulating wounds on their bodies.

(Can't afford to stand still in a situation like this!!!!)

To defeat with the intent to kill.

Against Dimna's sword skills fueled by that determination... Gulf's emotions were scarier than Ishud's.

Even though there are various types of pressure, Gulf was no longer feeling the pressure that surpassed his friends, even though he understood the need to stay vigilant.

"Nuuuuhhhh!!!"

"Ha!!! Seehhh!!!"

He evaporated a few drops born out of an incomprehensible place with all his might.

Even if it ended here, it would be fine, but he still wanted to snatch victory.

(!!! ...Wait. Am I the one feeling pressured now...!?)

That shouldn't happen.

It might seem like a selfish mentality from a commoner's perspective, but it was the pillar that supported Dimna.

To show that everything was futile and make him realize the overwhelming difference.

Perhaps triggered by this, a change occurred in the consciousness of this match... enveloped in an even stronger light, accelerating.

(So what!!)

Trying to accelerate even more, unrelated to that.

To prove that it's not in vain, to bring out a result.

Both sides' attacks, fueled by their utmost determination, collided... and both were pushed to the edge of the ring, then retreated.

(Slash...)

Originally, Dimna never intended to aim for a victory by exploiting Gulf's weakness; his plan was to defeat him head-on.

"Don't... run... away."

He hasn't spoken aloud. Dinma hasn't acquired skills like lip reading.

However, just by the movement of the mouth, he can understand to some extent what is being said.

Above all... Gulf's expression completely revealed his intentions.

(Kill!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)

At this moment, the judgment undoubtedly... in the brain, the option of restraint came to mind.

However, a few seconds later, sensing an equal conviction released by Dimna, a choice of restraint was perceived.

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