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Monsters are Impossible

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The day after Leon arrived at the royal palace, when he went to the Adventurer Guild, Silue asked him about it.

“How was it? You had an audience with the Crown Prince-sama, right?” (Silue)

“Yeah. They served me court cuisine.” (Leon)

“I haven’t seen the Crown Prince-sama yet, but they say he’s very handsome. Oh, I wish I could meet him just once…” (Silue)

As usual, she seemed to like handsome men.

“But still, being invited by the Crown Prince-sama must mean something serious. Maybe Leon-kun, you’re secretly the son of some great noble?” (Silue)

“No, I’m just an ordinary commoner.” (Leon)

“Would an ordinary commoner be invited by the Crown Prince-sama?” (Silue)

Since being suspicious would be troublesome, Leon decided to explain how he came to know the Crown Prince.

“So, in other words, you helped when he was being attacked by bandits, and as thanks, you were entertained at the palace?” (Silue)

“I didn’t exactly help, more like I lent a hand.” (Leon)

“I see… Well, I have even better news for you, Leon-kun!” (Silue)

“Huh?” (Leon)

“You’ve been promoted to B-rank! Congratulations!” (Silue)

Silue announced loudly, and the adventurers on the floor started paying attention.

“What’s going on?” (Adventurer)

“A promotion, apparently.” (Adventurer)

“Huh, that kid? I only got promoted to D-rank when I was eighteen.” (Adventurer)

“No, it’s B-rank.” (Adventurer)

“What? Hey, no way.” (Adventurer)

“That’s definitely what I heard. Probably that kid who beat an S-rank adventurer’s party during an orc hunt.” (Adventurer)

“So, that rumor was true?” (Adventurer)

(Wow, everyone’s really paying attention… Why did she have to say it so loudly?) (Leon)

Leon gave Silue a resentful look, but she seemed unaware.

“Well, if it’s Leon-kun, it’s only natural. You’ll probably be promoted to A-rank soon too.” (Silue)

At that moment, clapping sounds approached from behind.

“Congratulations, boy.” (Lancelot)

Turning around, it was Lancelot, the S-rank adventurer who had caused a stir during the orc hunt, along with his party members.

“Well then, from now on, I’ll call you my worthy rival.” (Lancelot)

“Worthy rival?” (Leon)

He was unilaterally declaring himself a rival.

“Hey, that’s Lancelot, right?” (Adventurer)

“The S-rank one?” (Adventurer)

“To be considered a worthy rival by a top-level adventurer… maybe that kid really is the real deal.” (Adventurer)

“Leon, huh? You better remember that name now.” (Adventurer)

Thanks to this, Leon’s attention level rose even more.

“You’re going to enter the tournament too, right?” (Lancelot)

“Tournament?” (Leon)

“What, you don’t know? It’s the martial arts tournament hosted by the country.” (Lancelot)

That was news to him.

“Usually, only those belonging to the knights could participate, but this year that rule has been lifted. So, adventurers like us can join. I heard they’re inviting strong fighters from overseas too.” (Lancelot)

“Really?” (Leon)

Tournaments where warriors compete were not uncommon even in his previous life. They were held for national pride, gathering talented fighters, or easing public dissatisfaction. There were various reasons. Lancelot pointed sharply at Leon with his finger.

“So, let me repay my debt from the other day!” (Lancelot)

“Huh?” (Leon)

“In other words, let’s settle it with a direct match.” (Lancelot)

Lancelot spread his arms dramatically and said like an actor on stage.

“The venue is the finals of the martial arts tournament! A top battle watched by a large audience! It will surely be exciting! And the word ‘champion’ will be engraved on my glorious history!” (Lancelot)

Leon thought honestly that since his opponent was a child, it might not be that thrilling.

“Actually, I don’t plan to enter.” (Leon)

“Hahaha! What are you saying? With your strength, you should easily make it to the finals!” (Lancelot)

“That’s not the point… I’m just not interested.” (Leon)

“Are you saying you’re running away? Afraid to fight me–… ugh!?” (Lancelot)

Suddenly, Lancelot was thrown back. One of his party members delivered a dropkick from the side. The kick was perfectly executed, and the adventurers gasped in admiration.

“W-What are you doing!?” (Lancelot)

“That’s my line, idiot Lancelot.” (Vianna)

“Idiot Lancelot…?” (Lancelot)

Those surrounding Lancelot were his party members, Vianna, Froze, and Teboa.

“Stop saying things on your own. You clearly look troubled.” (Vianna)

“Sorry, Leon-kun. He really has no learning ability.” (Froze)

“He looks like an adult, but his brain is like a monkey’s.” (Teboa)

“Uh, yeah…” (Leon)

Though harsh, Leon was grateful to them. He did not want to stand out by entering a martial arts tournament.

“…” (Arc/Iris)

“Huh? You want to enter?” (Leon)

The twins nodded vigorously.

“But I think there’s probably an age limit.” (Leon)

“No, I don’t think there is such a rule. But you can’t enter the main tournament without passing the preliminaries.” (Vianna)

Vianna explained this. Of course, she didn’t think the twins would pass the preliminaries. Hearing that, the twins clenched their fists and ignited a fighting spirit in their eyes. They seemed determined to participate.

(Hmm… Well, it should be good to gain experience in one-on-one battles, right?) (Leon)

Leon thought it lightly since strong competitors would surely gather from both inside and outside the country. However, he would realize later, after the tournament started, that this was a big mistake.

“Sura wants to enter too.” (Sura)

“Monsters are impossible.” (Leon)

“Gah.” (Sura)

 

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