I Became an Officer in Another World in Just 5 Minutes - Chapter 203

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Episode 203

“Then perhaps we could have a delicious meal together later…”

“That won’t do. I’m teaching you a higher level of swordsmanship. This kind of thing needs to be done properly.”

Deputy Commander Jentom refused even when offered for free.

What a peculiar person.

If it were me, I would have gladly accepted.

‘I can’t just say “please give it to me,” can I?’

However, thankfully, I didn’t need to say anything.

“Is Hamus Swordsmanship the only swordsmanship you’ve learned so far?”

“Uh… Yes, that’s correct.”

“Our family’s swordsmanship is fundamentally based on Hamus Swordsmanship, so I’ll teach you one of these.”

“Oh…”

Honestly, it’s not that appealing.

‘Nothing beats the system when it comes to swordsmanship.’

Going there would just cause strange incidents all the time.

However, what Deputy Commander Jentom was offering wasn’t just swordsmanship.

“Furthermore, as Schultz said, you seem to need experience, so I’ll let you participate in our family’s Knight Order training anytime. How about it?”

It was an unexpected reward, but I was immediately drawn to it.

‘This is actually pretty sweet?’

As I mentioned earlier, finding sparring partners is really not easy.

But the right to participate in Knight Order training?

It might be embarrassing, but nothing could be better than this.

“Haha, isn’t swordsmanship an important secret? Just letting me participate in Knight Order training would be more than enough.”

“I’m not talking about teaching you our family’s top-secret swordsmanship, nor could I. So don’t feel too burdened.”

“Ah, is that so?”

“Of course, it’s still content that you couldn’t learn unless you joined our Knight Order, so it will definitely help you, Lieutenant.”

If he’s being this considerate, it would be awkward to keep refusing.

“Understood. Let’s do that. Thank you so much.”

“No need to thank me, I’m more grateful. The fact that Hamus Swordsmanship, which I thought was perfect, still has room for improvement is… I still can’t believe it.”

“Ha…haha, I still don’t really understand what’s what.”

“Then can we do it right away? As I mentioned, I don’t have much time left before my shift change.”

“Uh… Yes, let’s do that. What should I do?”

I was training with Colonel Schultz, but what can you do?

If Deputy Commander Jentom wants to do it, then we do it.

Colonel Schultz was just watching from afar with an expression wondering what this situation was about.

‘You don’t know either? I don’t know either.’

Something about the world is going slightly wrong right now.

“Could you show me a demonstration once more?”

“Um, yes.”

What’s difficult about that?

Since it’s not visible anyway, I activated the system while I was at it.

Swoosh! Swoosh! Swoosh!

The sword swinging lightly yet quickly, just like before.

Since this was a real demonstration rather than a test, I felt much more relaxed.

[Calculating swordsmanship score]

…

[89 points]

[Excellent completion. However, if you take just one more step forward, you could achieve great progress.]

The expected score of 89 points.

I’ve been stuck here for about a month now.

‘Hamus said I could improve by gaining real combat experience, so I should try breaking through by sparring with the Knight Order brothers.’

If that doesn’t work, what can I do?

I’ll have no choice but to break the rule about reaching 90 points and request lessons.

“In the first movement, you go a bit more boldly. It’s subtle, but much more natural. To think there was such a method.”

Deputy Commander Jentom was muttering to himself while swinging his sword.

Is this what it feels like to be a teacher instructing a genius?

There’s really nothing for me to do, it’s completely effortless.

‘Since I can’t train all night because of tomorrow’s departure, if I kill time like this… this is awesome.’

I thought I’d taste hell today, but life is truly unpredictable.

“Lieutenant, why did you swing with a narrower angle here?”

“Huh? Uh…”

A sudden question came flying at me.

Naturally, there’s only one thing I can say.

“As I mentioned, I just did what felt comfortable… so I’m not sure.”

“Just what felt comfortable. What amazing talent.”

“Rather than talent, I’d say I was lucky.”

“Do you think it’s possible to develop already completed swordsmanship through luck? Lieutenant, you have talent in this field that ordinary people can’t even imagine.”

“Ah… yes.”

Since he spoke with such conviction, I had nothing particular to say.

I just demonstrated Hamus Swordsmanship several times as he wanted.

* * *

“Abiel, did you really know nothing about the gaps in the city wall?”

The Emperor’s Office, which had been in a festive mood until recently, returned to the past as soon as Belzium Castle was lost.

And in the center of it, two counts glaring at each other.

Especially Seto Count’s eyes contained deep disgust.

“The walls of Belzium were built by our family over a hundred years ago, so what would we know about it?”

“I understand your family inspects them once every five years, so is it possible that you didn’t discover anything during dozens of inspections?”

“What we inspect is the operation of the central circuits. We don’t tear apart and examine every part of the city wall.”

At Abiel’s attitude of not backing down at all, Seto Count’s anger rose to the top of his head.

“Because of your family, 30,000 innocent soldiers died, don’t you feel any responsibility?!”

“I feel regret, but what would change by talking about it all day?”

“You bastard! Is that what you call a mouth!”

“The tactics too focused on the city wall, and Lieutenant Colonel Baren Seto from the Noble Family in charge of this fled back, I’m more worried that might draw the citizens’ anger.”

“He’s hovering between life and death…”

“Enough, stop talking.”

When the heated atmosphere was about to cross the line.

Emperor Simon interrupted and looked at the two counts alternately.

“Abiel, this defeat at Belzium Castle is your family’s fault. From the troop deployment to all operations were based on the solidity of the city wall.”

“Yes, I am truly sorry about that. I will gladly accept any punishment.”

Abiel bowed his head politely.

Although he says he’ll gladly accept any punishment, it’s not easy for Emperor Simon to impose a meaningful punishment.

During wartime, Abiel’s support and backing are too important for the Emperor.

“Since the current members of the Abiel Ducal House didn’t build the city wall, I won’t blame you too much. Instead, take responsibility and support the families of the soldiers who sacrificed themselves in this battle.”

“Yes, I will do so.”

“And Seto Count, you said your son is hovering between life and death? At least he returned.”

Words laden with much meaning.

Seto Count bowed his head.

“Yes, he was miraculously rescued and is barely breathing.”

“I’ll send the court physician, so I hope he recovers fully.”

“Thank you, Your Majesty.”

“Additionally, Duke Abiel, have your family thoroughly inspect all the fortifications your house participated in building. Make sure this kind of problem never happens again.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

Duke Abiel bowed his head once more.

It would be quite a laborious task, but given the problems that erupted at Belzium Castle, it had to be done.

“Losing Belzium Castle so unexpectedly has given me a headache. Count Seto, what do you plan to do going forward?”

Count Seto, who still held the position of supreme commander, organized his thoughts for a moment before speaking in response to Emperor Simon’s question.

“First, we’ll need to reorganize.”

“Reorganize, yes, that makes sense. But what if the enemy presses their advantage and attacks?”

“I don’t believe they will. Since the Crown Prince and the heroes of this battle have headed to the capital, the enemy will also take time to reorganize.”

“After that, they’ll target Salt Castle. Defense won’t be easy from there.”

It’s not that there are no walls, but compared to Belzium Castle, they’re quite inadequate.

“We’ll increase our troop numbers and prepare siege warfare tactics to hold them off.”

“I’ll trust Count Seto in this area, so bring me good news.”

“Yes, I will certainly do so.”

The Emperor’s trust in Count Seto hadn’t diminished just because Belzium Castle was lost.

Therefore, Count Seto still held the initiative regarding the war.

After deciding on follow-up measures to some degree, the meeting concluded.

* * *

“Tsk, I never thought things would get this twisted.”

Serendia Abiel returned to her manor and sat down with a frown.

‘Logically, there was absolutely no reason to target that place. What happened?’

Though she claimed ignorance at the meeting, the weakness in Belzium Castle’s defenses was actually intentionally created by the previous family head during the wall’s construction.

If you ask why he did such a thing, it was naturally to use as an escape route when fleeing to the Raikhan Empire or another kingdom became necessary.

‘Should we have repaired it?’

This weakness was created because the family’s position was unstable during construction.

Since that wasn’t the case now, everyone including the previous family head had considered it, but no one had acted.

After all, it wouldn’t be a problem anyway, and it might be useful later.

“Paran Oclo.”

That was supposedly the name of the person who proposed the wall bombardment operation this time.

“Is anyone outside?”

“Yes! My lady!”

At Serendia’s call, a servant opened the door and entered the office.

“Go out and bring Lieutenant Colonel Robin here.”

“Yes!”

The servant who received the order made contact, and before long, Robin entered the room.

“I heard you called for me.”

“I heard you worked hard this time too. Are you alright?”

“Yes, the Reconnaissance Command preserved its full strength without any damage.”

Robin had been at Belzium Castle during the battle.

Incidentally, though Duke Abiel doesn’t know it, saving Baren Seto was also Robin’s handiwork.

“Well done.”

Robin always showed perfect work handling no matter when you looked.

Duke Abiel showed a satisfied smile.

“Not at all. More importantly, what did you need?”

“Paran Oclo, I think we need to eliminate this fellow.”

Startled

When an unexpected name came up, Robin’s eyes widened unusually.

“Do you know this person? No, of course you do. He’s appeared quite frequently recently.”

This wasn’t Duke Abiel’s first time hearing Paran’s name either.

“Yes, he’s an enemy who constantly interferes with us in annoying ways.”

“Let’s eliminate him this time. This kind of person needs to be crushed before they can sprout.”

Duke Abiel knew all too well that once they sprouted and bloomed, there would be no solution.

“Since Paran Oclo is currently heading to the capital, it won’t be easy, but I’ll put him on the list and keep watching for opportunities.”

“Good. I’ll also provide support to the Assassin Squad, so request their assistance. Count Seto won’t interfere either. After all, this is the man who did that to his son.”

“Yes.”

Robin answered while bowing his head.

‘Here too, huh.’

Though Duke Abiel didn’t know it, Robin had just yesterday received orders from Count Seto to eliminate Paran Oclo.

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