How to Live as a Knight After the Ending - Chapter 54



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Episode 54. Changes in Cognition (2)

I swung my sword.

Every time the sword’s edge flashed with light, the sound of it cutting through the wind rang out heavily.

The place where I am swinging my sword now is a small open space behind the Violet Fox Tavern.

It was the perfect place to practice, surrounded by other buildings and out of sight of people.

I focused on the sensations of that day as I swung my sword.

‘Recall when we used Nebula Silk.’

One strike from top to bottom.

Each time, a soft starlight flowed out from the tip of the sword, creating an afterimage in the air.

Moved my body.

With each step I took, a faint starlight twinkled behind me, following my trajectory.

‘I was able to win that fight because I knew my opponent’s characteristics.’

What lingers in my mind is the fight that day.

It was when I was talking to Martinez in the golden fields.

In terms of pure output, Martinez was much stronger than me.

The reason I was able to win that fight was because I knew the skills and characteristics that the Paladin used as if they were in the palm of my hand.

Because I learned how to use the nebula silk.

The characteristic of Seongun Silk is that it protects the wearer while also increasing their overall physical abilities.

In particular, the shape-shifting starlight cloak is a versatile ability in itself.

It is short, but it allows you to hover in the air for a short time, and it allows you to dash quickly, and if that doesn’t work, it can also be used as a means of attack.

Of course, there may be a reason why the opponent was still clumsy.

But if I were to face him again, I couldn’t guarantee a clear victory like before.

‘We need to distribute power.’

The Holy Light Sword itself could now be pulled out without any problems.

But Sungunbidan, who had just learned how to use it, did not do so.

I didn’t try hard to show it that day, but I was quite mentally exhausted because I had used too much Seongun Silk.

Burnout resulting from excessive output.

I will need to use the Nebula Silk often in the future, but it is not good to waste too much power.

In situations where it is impossible to finish in the short term, it is necessary to conserve output as much as possible.

‘Just the right amount of strength at the crucial moment. That’s all you need to do.’

Distribution of power is important.

If you run at full speed from the start, it’s natural that you’ll get tired and fall down before you even reach the finish line.

Recognizing its importance, I practiced and practiced again how to control the output of the Nebula Silk.

‘Let’s adjust it so that we don’t get tired and collapse even if we hold it for a long time.’

It was harder than I thought.

If you just want to spread it out strongly, just turn the output up to maximum.

But rather, it was not something that usually required a lot of nerve to spread it out thinly and long.

It felt like I was working on delicate glass.

In a situation where if there is not enough strength, the shape does not come out, and if there is too much, the glass breaks, I had to walk a tightrope without leaning to either side.

But after doing it a few times, I got the hang of it faster than I thought.

It seemed that I would be able to fully understand how to use the Nebula Silk within the near future, if not right away.

‘It’s hard to use at first, but once you figure it out, it’s easy after that. That’s a blessing in disguise.’

When you don’t know how to use it, it’s hard to know how to figure it out, but once you figure it out, everything else becomes as natural as breathing.

Is there a difference between learning a skill and unlocking it?

But it was too early to like this.

It was because there were still too many technologies I had to use.

‘It’s not just Seonggwang. When I think about the future, I can’t be this optimistic forever.’

I don’t expect it to be as long as Il-ryun.

At least until the 70th month… … .

After thinking about it that far, I stopped walking.

It’s partly because it’s pointless to hold on to something that won’t happen right away, but also because I felt someone’s gaze.

I stopped swinging my sword and looked back to see a cross-eyed man, Ronan Rolland, watching me.

Miss, this is a surprise.

Since when have you been watching this?

“Have you been watching the whole time?”

“Oh. Did I interrupt your training?”

“No, I was just about to finish it. So what happened?”

“I was thinking about having a meal together to celebrate everyone’s gathering.”

He shrugged his shoulders for a reason that was less serious than he thought.

“Okay.”

*

At Violet Fox’s table were also Dioranne and Lorraine.

As we sat down, the prepared dish arrived. It was an omelet rice that was just made and steam was rising from it.

Ossian took a bite, thinking it was a fairly simple meal, and wiggled his eyebrows without realizing it.

‘Who made this?’

Lorraine and Dior also had similar reactions.

“What is this? Why is it so delicious?”

“Is this omelet this delicious?”

The three people’s gazes naturally turned to the person who brought the food.

Anna Grunt.

A new witch who joins Violet Fox.

She seemed quite embarrassed by this reaction, as she pulled the bright red hood down low on her head.

“Rice, it’s nothing special.”

“No, it’s not that bad. Even high-end restaurant food can’t taste like this.”

Dioranne said that and ate the omelette in slurp.

Lorraine stared at the omelette with a serious expression.

“Is this by any chance made with Witchcraft? Otherwise, it doesn’t make sense for it to taste like this.”

“Well, I just made it up.”

Anna spoke in a stammering voice.

“I worked a variety of jobs to earn money, and once worked as a kitchen assistant. That’s when I learned how to cook.”

“Kitchen assistant? But this is the level of skill you have?”

“I didn’t last long before I quit. But the chef treated me well, so I was originally supposed to peel potatoes, but I was promoted to assistant right away. He was sad when I told him I was leaving. He was a really nice person.”

Everyone was silent.

Even people who don’t know much about the food service industry know that when you enter a kitchen, you usually start at the bottom.

But the fact that she was promoted to the position of kitchen assistant meant that Ena’s cooking skills were truly outstanding.

Anna smiled awkwardly.

“But I didn’t stay long so I left quickly. Since I didn’t learn much, I only know how to make a few things.”

“… … This is a big problem. If Ena learns how to make other menus, I might have to change my job from a problem-solving office to a restaurant.”

“Miss Lorraine, would you mind not talking about other people’s store visions?”

Ronan gave her a slight warning, but Lorraine’s face didn’t lighten.

Judging from his expression, it was clear that he was seriously thinking of completely tearing down this tavern and turning it into a restaurant.

Anna quickly stepped forward to defend Ronan.

“It’s okay! I know how to cast a spell, too!”

“… … Casting? Is that possible? Where did you learn that?”

“I worked several part-time jobs and then stayed at a brewery for a while, and I met a good person there… … .”

“But isn’t this place just for making cocktails rather than making alcohol? There’s no need to go all the way to the brewery.”

“Oh, and I also have a bartender license.”

“… … .”

Ossian, Lorraine, and Dioranne exchanged glances.

Is this correct?

Isn’t she a witch?

Why do you think the other side is more capable?

With this much versatility, wouldn’t he be quite excellent as a problem solver even without location crafting?

It was a thought that commonly arose in everyone’s mind.

“More than that.”

Ossian has taken a chance.

“I have a question.”

“Yes, go ahead, Mr. Ossian.”

“Is there no other solution here besides us?”

Although they said that everyone was gathered together, the only people who actually sat down were Lorraine, Ossian, and Diorlan.

Each individual’s skills may be outstanding.

The numbers were too small to be called a problem-solving office.

“You don’t have to worry about that part. They’re busy right now, but there are a few more troubleshooters working here.”

“Was it like that?”

“You are all busy, so it’s hard for me to show my face, but I’m sure I’ll be able to see you again soon.”

“What kind of people are they?”

Ronan has a great eye for people.

Since they are people he recruited, their abilities must be outstanding to the point that you can’t help but acknowledge them.

Diorlan, if you are a senior in the industry than Lorraine.

There was a good chance that he would be an excellent problem solver whose name would be known wherever he went.

“Hmm. What kind of person is he?”

Lorraine rubbed her chin thoughtfully.

“It’s hard to put into words. But, well, they’re not bad people. They’re a bit eccentric, though. And we don’t know everything either.”

“You don’t know anything?”

“Some people hide their identities, don’t show their faces, and only take on assignments when we’re not around.”

“Really? Then is that person one of them?”

Ossian asked, glancing to one side.

Everyone reacted with puzzlement.

That guy? Is there anyone else here?

At the same time, such questions arise.

“Huh? I didn’t know I’d get caught so soon.”

A voice echoed through the empty space where nothing could be seen.

“This voice… … .”

While everyone else reacted in bewilderment, only Lorraine’s pupils fluttered violently.

The moment she was about to jump up from her chair.

“Our dear Lorraine. Where are you going?”

Someone hugged Lorraine from behind.

The person who hugged Lorraine from behind was a beauty who radiated beauty that was just like a painting.

He looked to be in his mid-twenties.

Her short hair was a two-toned mix of blonde and pink, and her skin was as white as snow.

From a sexy expression to a captivating body.

She was a woman with such maturity that anyone passing by would turn around at least once.

Lorraine, who was hugged by her, remained calm and froze like a kitten that had met its natural enemy.

It was the first time I had seen such a reaction from Ossian.

The blonde woman, who had been hugging Lorraine and rubbing her cheek against her head, soon turned to look at Ossian with sparkling eyes.

“Is this the new guy?”

What was in his gaze was curiosity towards Ossian.

You must be wondering how I discovered myself.

“Oh. Are you showing up like this again to surprise people, Miss Seren?”

Seren smiled bashfully at Ronan’s gentle remark.

“This is one of my pleasures. Oh, it’s nice to meet you. My name is Seren Gracia. What’s your new name?”

“It’s Ossian.”

“It’s Ossian. You seem to have a keen eye for detail. You’ve even seen where I’m hiding.”

“I just saw it.”

As for Ossian, he had no choice but to answer like that.

It wasn’t like I used any special abilities. I just felt like there was something there, and when I looked closer, there was just a woman standing there.

Judging by the faintness of its presence, it seemed to be some kind of technique to hide one’s presence and appearance.

“Miss Seren, have you successfully completed the mission?”

“Yes. Here is the request completion form.”

Seren took out a piece of paper from her bosom.

Since the thing in her arms was taken from quite deep, Ena blushed without realizing it and looked away.

Diorando coughed in vain and awkwardly avoided eye contact.

Ossian just looked dumbfounded.

Ronan stared at the paper with squinted eyes and then accepted it naturally.

“Oh. You’re still a mischievous person.”

“Isn’t that something that someone who takes it lightly should say? Seriously, you’re such a boring guy. How come you never get flustered even once?”

“I’m still very confused.”

“Yeah, that joke was kind of funny.”

I’m not kidding.

Ronan opened the request completion form and read it, looking slightly sullen.

Ronan nodded slightly after confirming that the request had been properly completed.

“Hey, sis. Can you let go a little bit?”

“Huh? Why~. I like hugging Lorraine like this?”

“I feel so suffocated I could die!”

Lorraine groaned.

Judging by the fact that Ronan didn’t stop the scuffle, it seemed like this kind of thing had happened between the two before.

‘Is this Seren Gracia?’

Suddenly appeared out of thin air.

Magic? It was a little different. If you were talking about location craft, it wasn’t that.

A power of some kind that is neither a witch nor a wizard.

As Ossian was thinking about what kind of ability it might have, Seren’s arrow of interest was now directed at Ossian.

“I heard on the way here. I heard you recently completed a big commission? You’ve only been a problem solver for a short time, and you’ve grown at this rate. Ronan really has a good eye for people.”

As she spoke, Seren winked at Ossian, winking one eye at him.

As a bonus, she had a charming smile that would instantly melt the expression of any man.

‘Wow, it’s really pretty.’

But, contrary to his true feelings, Ossian’s answer coming out of his mouth was indifferent.

“I just did what I had to do.”

“Huh.”

Seren’s lips curled up and she turned away from Lorraine.

As Lorraine let out a sigh of relief, Seren approached Ossian with brisk steps.

“But since you’re a newbie who’s finally here, if you have any questions, feel free to ask this older sister. I’ll tell you anything you’re curious about. Oh, and of course, that includes very intimate and physical information about me.”

Seren, who was intentionally showing off her body, seemed to be asking if she would still not fall for it.

Ossian stared at Seren with his pitch-black eyes.

‘What, are you really a new troubleshooter?’

Seren had no idea what Ossian was thinking.

I heard that Ronan actually completed a big commission with the talent he chose.

But even considering that.

A person who was ‘completed’ to this extent was an extremely rare case, even when searching the entire city.

Plus, the unknown sense of oppression felt through the gaze.

‘I can only feel this from that old man.’

A sense of foreboding I’ve felt somewhere.

An image of a person appeared in Seren Gracia’s mind.

Violet Fox’s #1 ranked troubleshooter.

A living legend in the industry.

Special problem solver.

Basilio.

‘This newbie is on the same level as that guy?’

A shiver ran down Seren Gracia’s spine.