Regressor Of The Fallen Family [EN]: Chapter 75

Logan wanted to see how strong he could become. Geom-gong was perfect for this.

For Logan, sparring with Geom-gong was very important.

Geom-gong blocked and hit back every time Logan attacked.

Against Geom-gong, Logan used all his power.

Geom-gong started the sparring with a smile, but he became serious as time passed.

Clang!

Even though their swords hit each other the same way, Logan was always pushed back.

They exchanged blows thirty times. Geom-gong had been dodging and finding small openings in Logan’s attacks. Then, Geom-gong used his full strength for the first time.

Logan was ready to attack again, but Geom-gong held up his hand.

“What do you think you’re doing?”

“Yes?”

“This isn’t all you’ve got, is it?”

“……No, it is not.”

“Is that so? Then make sure you give it your best.”

Logan’s face became serious at Geom-gong’s tone.

This was their first training session as master and student.

He did not want to disappoint his master.

Logan decided to show his best.

Whoom.

“Hap!”

Kwaaaang!

With a shout, eight layers of golden waves went toward Geom-gong.

Before the dust settled, a fast light moved straight forward.

He used the Divine Sword’s Secret Technique that had hurt Franz, the Knight of Moonlight.

He thought Geom-gong would be surprised, but his master appeared right in front of him with his sword at Logan’s neck. Geom-gong’s face was cold.

“……How absurd. Are you going to lose after only two attacks?”

Thwack.

“Uck!”

Geom-gong’s sword hit Logan’s legs after his special move.

It was just a normal training sword, but it felt like a mace to Logan.

“Get up. Again!”

“……Yes?”

“Again!”

At the shout, Logan jumped to his feet.

His power was low, and his legs were shaking.

But his body reacted to the scary energy.

“You’re not just wasting your power like this, are you?”

He felt like his special move was called foolish.

“What do you mean……?”

Logan was confused.

“I’m telling you to show me your best ‘swordsmanship’!”

Logan felt strong anger coming from Geom-gong’s sword.

The cold feeling woke him up.

“Do not disappoint me further, Logan.”

Logan was pale. Geom-gong had changed. Logan gritted his teeth and raised his sword.

He used all his strength to swing his sword with the most speed and power.

However.

Ttaaaang!

Geom-gong flicked his wrist, and Logan’s grip broke. The training sword twisted and flew away.

“This is swordsmanship?”

His voice was colder than his face. It hurt Logan’s heart.

Logan’s hand shook.

‘The kingdom’s best swordsman. Yes, I know…….’

But that didn’t mean he could make fun of Logan’s hard work.

Grind.

“……I will show you properly.”

Blood came from his hand, and his legs were shaking.

His power was almost gone, but it was starting to come back.

Logan moved his body, using his stubbornness to make up for what he lacked.

Instead of the sword that flew away, he picked up another training sword.

Logan forgot about wanting to show off or test his limits.

‘I will hit him.’

He ignored the voice in his head that said it was impossible.

Swish.

He stood in a way that used the least power.

He thought about the best way to attack.

Snap.

His foot moved, and he swung his sword.

When he stopped thinking too much, his body knew what to do.

However.

Thwack!

“Kuh-uck.”

“Too simple!”

He could not even groan because of the pain.

“Kuh, kuuuh.”

He felt like he could stop breathing, but the anger made him stand up again.

“Always think ahead. If your sword shows what you will do, it’s not good swordsmanship!”

That continued again.

‘What am I supposed to do!’

He tried to stay calm and thought about the best way to attack again.

He thought about how the enemy would attack.

Logan moved as he had planned.

The attack was blocked, and he was hit.

Thwack!

But Logan was ready to be hit. He endured the pain and stepped forward, swinging his sword again.

Logan thought he had done it right this time.

Thwack!

An even stronger pain hit his side.

“Use your head more! Your methods are crude!”

Logan felt like he was losing his mind.

Logan kept attacking and failing. He only wanted to hit Geom-gong one time.

He slowly fixed his stance as Geom-gong spoke.

After a long time.

“You’ve finally gotten rid of some bad habits.”

Logan didn’t understand Geom-gong’s words, but the training stopped.

Logan’s mind started to clear.

“Kuh-euuuuh.”

His body hurt all over.

He did not know how he had been moving.

Logan.

Logan groaned.

Even though he was annoyed by the voice of the person who hurt him, Logan gritted his teeth.

Your mastery may have increased since we first met, but your swordsmanship has remained the same—no, it has actually gotten worse. It’s like seeing a bright jewel covered in dirt instead of being polished.

The harsh words hit Logan hard, and he paid attention again.

What do you mean……?!

Have you even been practicing your swordsmanship? It’s a wonder how your mastery has increased at all. Your basic skills are gone.

……?!

Do you think pouring all your Force into special techniques makes for powerful swordsmanship? Do you think that’s how you get stronger?

Logan felt a chill as he recalled his recent obsession with the Divine Sword secrets.

The rise in mastery must be based on the rise of fundamental skills. Even if you somehow manage to overcome a wall with talent or luck, the next limit will only be higher. I will correct all your bad habits while you are here.

The Sword Master’s words hit Logan deeply and made him wake up more.

Was that……so?

Since returning to the past, he had focused solely on the Divine Sword secrets after easily achieving higher levels of mastery thanks to his newfound talent and past experiences.

When the family affairs were busy, he had sometimes neglected even that.

Yet, in one corner of his heart, he held an unfounded pride.

I’m doing well, I’m a genius now…… or so he thought.

Since when was I a genius?

Because everything was easy after he came back, Logan had unknowingly started to believe something foolish.

Ughhh… Again……

Hm?

Please, I beg you, one more time.

Logan, his eyes now clear and determined, struggled to his feet.

I will refine my skills from the basics once more.

He could feel the pulsing Force Core distinctly.

Never before had he felt so grateful for his faster-than-average recovery rate.

Much later, Logan was carried out of the training grounds unconscious.

The knights who first saw him were in such a state that they immediately tried to call a priest.

But the Sword Master dissuaded the knights.

Swordsmanship is learned with the body. The harder it is, the more he will learn it well.

If we just leave him, he’s going to die, you know?

The knights protested with their eyes, but the Sword Master did not budge.

In the end, the knights moved the unconscious Logan with pitiful looks.

Lewis, who had been watching the series of events from the side, opened his mouth towards the Sword Master with a subtle smile.

You seem quite pleased with him?

Hmph. What’s the point of a fellow who only wastes his talent……?

Contrary to his gruff tone, a faint smile lingered on the Sword Master’s lips.

Still, I like his tenacity.

The awkward compliment, delivered a little late, made Lewis’s eyes widen.

The training with his master, whom he had met after a long time, left great gains despite the short time.

However, Logan had not expected to train to the point of exhaustion as soon as he met the Sword Master.

Inevitably, he had to return to his residence much earlier than expected, which became a very good opportunity for someone who had been waiting for a chance.

Then, rest well, young master.

Yeah.

Despite his exhausted appearance, the master simply took a quick bath and then sat on the bed in meditation.

The question of when he would ever sleep had long been abandoned.

As long as he’s healthy.

And it wasn’t just healthy. Wasn’t he being praised by the lord as one of the strongest ever for his age, with the lord showing strong emotion as he praised him?

Worrying about such a master was just unnecessary meddling.

So now, I need to do what the lord has entrusted to me.

Rick smiled faintly and rummaged through his pockets.

For the master who had smiled and ignored his reason for wanting to get married, Rick moved as quietly as possible with hurried steps.

Who is it?

I am Rick, a servant attending to Young Master Logan. I have come to deliver a message from Baron McLaine.

It was impossible for a servant of a baronial family to request a direct audience with the Duke.

Rick could only hope that the person who identified himself as the Duke’s aide would properly deliver the letter to the Duke.

But then…

Gasp!

Logan’s father? Why not just send a message?

Suddenly, the Duke opened the door and came out himself.

Rick, startled as if his heart would leap out, hurriedly bowed his head even lower and stammered an explanation.

That’s…… it’s something Young Master shouldn’t know about…….

Hmm? Something Logan shouldn’t know? Hmmm, Baron McLaine…… a funny fellow. Give it here.

Yes? Yes! It’s, it’s an honor.

Rick, not knowing what he was saying, handed over the neatly folded letter with trembling hands.

To His Excellency Duke Esperanza.

The large, neat handwriting seemed to speak of its owner’s character.

The flame-patterned seal on the wax was a sure sign that the letter was sent directly by Baron McLaine.

The Sword Master did not hesitate to tear open the envelope and examine the contents.

Smirk.

Dear Duke Felix Esperanza, I am Padrick McLaine, and I am writing to ask you for something.

So, the son learned his father’s manner of speaking.

The letter, which cut to the chase and completely ignored the etiquette of the Grandia nobility, did not particularly displease the Sword Master.

However, I am well aware that I owe Your Excellency a big debt. Thanks to the swordsmanship you bestowed, the level of our family’s knights has greatly improved, and we were able to easily overcome a major crisis as a result.

Hmm?

The following sentence made the Sword Master wonder.

Even so, I know it’s a big ask, but trusting in Your Excellency’s heart, which cherishes Logan enough to impart the secrets of a millennium, I hesitate before picking up the pen.

Hoo?

The contents, which were difficult to understand, continued one after another.

Logan does not know about this matter, so if you think the request is excessive, please think of it as just a father asking too much for his son and blame only me.

The humble Baron’s words and the main point of the letter that followed made the Sword Master smile.

In fact, my lacking son, Logan, suffered a minor setback the year before last. ……(omitted)…… It is not solely to escape the pressure from Biprose. ……(omitted)…… If you would grant this excessive request, McLaine will never forget Your Excellency’s grace.

Huhu. An interesting request. So, Logan knows nothing about this?

Yes. Young Master said that he doesn’t have time to worry about such things in the current situation…….

A child around twenty years old has no interest in women?

Yes. Isn’t our young master a bit unique?

Huhu. That’s true.

A slight surprise flashed in the Sword Master’s eyes for a moment, but he nodded at the servant’s words that followed.

Certainly, his disciple had some unique aspects in many ways.

The Baron thinks it’s all because of past wounds.

Humm…… sounds interesting. Alright. I’ll put in some effort.

Th, thank you!

Rick, who had been waiting for an answer with an anxious expression, jumped up and down with joy.

I wonder what kind of reaction that fellow will show.