The "Master swordsman” who was reincarnated, wants to live freely - Chapter 128

Translator: NovelMultiverse | Editor: NovelMultiverse

Iris arrived at the forest behind the academy alone.
Alta had told her that he’d be there after he had a short rest, yet still, Iris made sure she was done with her preparations quickly.
She created a Mock Sword and closed her eyes.
The wind blew, the trees wavered, leaves fell. And that moment,

“Fum”
A single breath. At that moment Iris had swung her sword thrice.
Though she didn’t use her sight, she did know where the leaves had fallen. She had continued this training periodically and she really seemed to get the hang of it.
It was the first training method she learned from Alta.
Iris understood well that she cannot be reckless in a real one on one fight.
Of course, if you’re a knight you can fight with more opponents at once. There are certainly some assassins that are capable of hiding their presence as well.
If she were to fight such an opponent it is essential to, for example, notice that traps are laid around. To gain this kind of sense was something vital to Iris.
Iris immediately repositioned herself.
She will now practice her swings until Alta arrives.
At the academy she learned about the Elkshel style – That is a style, created by a man named Faan Elkshel.
The reason why this technique is so popular is because the man is actually from this country. And he has been of great influence to the sword techniques used here.
However, Iris would not use his techniques. She would use a “Reinfell Style”.
She never heard from whom her father learned the blade. However, she learned the blade from him… So, to call it after him would be the right way to go.
Unlike the Elkshel style where you hold the blade with two hands, Iris would hold her sword with only one.
By doing so she is way more flexible in her movement. However, your swings do tend to get slower.
Iris makes up for this lack of speed by harnessing herself. To unleash a lightning-quick attack by holding your blade in one hand – That is where Iris truly is at her best.
…However, there are still those that stand above her when it comes to blade techniques.
Her escort, teacher, and master – Alta for example.

(Compared to his sword technique — No, to exceed him…)
She knows that she is not yet able to stand shoulder to shoulder with him in this regard.
However, for Iris to get to the point she wants to get at – She has to be resolute when swinging the blade.

“Suuu”
She left out a small sigh and began swinging her sword.
With one stroke the leaves around her began to fall. The power that Iris is able to unleash with her sword is strong enough to do so.
She then swung again – As she was about to swing her blade again she noticed a presence behind her and stopped moving.

“Mr. Sch—”
Iris turned her head around, thinking that she would see Alta,

“….Eina?”
Surprised she called her name.
And the girl – Eina stood before Iris, laughing with a big grin on her face.

“Whaa, it’s been a while… Iris”
“Wha- Why are you here…?”
“You ask the same things Alta does… Well, perhaps that’s not what’s to be expected. However, to explain the same thing in detail again is a bit tiring. I’ll just get to the conclusion and tell you I got business here.”
“You have business… What is that supposed to mean?”
Iris then quickly looked behind Eina to see Alta standing there.
However, he started shaking his head,

“Well, the empire has its empire things going on, so”
That was all she answered.
It seems that somehow Alta too did not know any of the peculiarities.

“That being said, is this the place where the Sword Master Princess trains in secret?”
“I wouldn’t go as far as to call it secretive”
“Really? Then why don’t you just train in a place where people can see you?”
“…If I am being watched I cannot really relax. Don’t you have the same?”
“Nope. Well, as a soldier we have public practices so… But I get what you mean…”
Eina looked at Iris with sharp eyes as if she was making sure of something.
It was a rather cold look. Iris then suddenly put herself on guard

“…What is it?”
“No, I have seen you fight before though. When the fight in the park broke out. You surely were a prominent blade user… But you still had some immaturities to it, I’d say”
“…Immaturities, you say?”
Iris looked rather offended when she heard Eina’s words.
Iris hates to admit it herself… But she hates to lose.
She also knew that Eina’s words were just to heat her up a little bit, but still, she felt the smallest urge to respond back.

“Fwha, hold up. Don’t get angry”
“I am not angry though”
“Then good. I just wanted to compliment you. In such a short time… You’ve really grown”
“…Much obliged. Though I have little idea as to how good your sword skills are”
“Now that you say it like that. That settles it. Alta – you will be the referee”
“…Me?”
“Yea, I’ve become a little hyped now that I’ve seen Iris’ technique”
“What is that supposed to mean?”
“It’s not that hard to understand. If you do not know the extent of my power… Then I will show you right here and now”
Eina took off her coat.
She wore a camisole. And on her back a single rapier.

“Lady Eina, do you mean to—”
“You wouldn’t mind, would you? The level Iris and I are at is good enough for us to use our real swords, right? Actually, it would be the best kind of training – Wouldn’t you agree?”
“…If you wish so, I do not mind. Mr. Schweiss, may I have your permission?”
Iris looked directly at Eina whilst answering her.
Eina was right. Iris felt this was indeed a good chance to understand Eina’s real power and felt that it would also be a very nice opportunity for training.
Iris and Eina were too absorbed in their going-back-and-forth to notice Alta’s sigh. And so their battle had started.