Munou To Yobareta Ore, Yottsu No Chikara Wo Eru
Episode 346: One Step
Sumerian Martial Arts Games Day.
Greece, since the decline of Tea Turn, even this town, where so many people go, has been pushed by so many people that it has been so sumptuous.
Naturally, every inn is full.
The dining area also continues to be full regardless of time, with people filling even small alleys, not to mention boulevards.
The first major martial arts tournament in his country, Sumerian had paid a substantial posting fee and advertised in each information magazine.
At a time when there is a lot of news disturbing the world, such as the presence of Titanomachia, the northern wars and the invasion of the Dragon Nation, this kind of "entertainment" fighting competition captures the hearts and minds of many people, not just their own.
That led to a stream of tens of thousands of people.
It is no exaggeration to say that it was built for this day. The Sumerian arena boasts more immensity than that of Nieberg.
The audience was already being filled by many, and we were waiting for the beginning now or now.
And that's the same thing for the adventurers who compete.
Regardless, some of them looked like them.
"Phew..."
"Are you okay?"
In the corner of the waiting room reserved for the adventurers, Lord sounded gentle to Sophia, who exhaled deeply.
"Oh, yes... I'm just getting nervous..."
Though not very conscious until the day before, Sophia had never felt more nervous when she saw the many people overflowing the town and the adventurers who would actually be competing.
"I can't do it. I've never even fought before, but I wish I had someone else."
"Yeah... I didn't know you were this awesome... you know, isn't Mr. Blance nervous or something?
"Not at all"
"Is that an instant answer... lol... it wasn't. Where's Mr. Avan?
"I don't really... well, I got nervous when I was in Nieberg. I couldn't have lunch or anything."
"Oh, really?
"Yeah. Well, thanks to that, I helped."
"What?"
"Oh, no, we'll talk about that another time. Back to you, I was so nervous then, too, because there were people everywhere at 360 degrees, and they were all watching. But when it started... I stopped worrying about that at all. Fighting is the best you can do. So Sophia will be fine if it starts. And maybe the other guy's the same."
"Oh, the same?
"It's always clear to me, but most of them are frightened. With you, it's almost everyone's first time."
"Ah..."
Naturally some adventurers have traveled from other countries, like Lord, but most of the contestants were from Sumeria.
Therefore, it can be said that few people have experience participating in combat competitions.
In the first place, so many large martial arts competitions are rare in themselves, and adventurers from other countries rarely benefit from such opportunities.
There was also such a background for so many folks to take to their feet.
"Nieberg does it every year, but only people from my country can participate in it. Also, I do it every day in Celtic, but it's a big meeting - or just a strong color compared to my arm. It's not a tournament. The Olympus Martial Arts Games, which boast the largest and determine the strongest of all adventurers, are only played once every four years to enhance the format and so on. I mean, I can't believe I'm able to participate in a tournament like this. That's not what I'm saying."
"I see..."
"Sophia's not the only one who's nervous. Experience points are all together... there's no need to be cowardly."
"Oh well... right"
"Oops. It's just that it only relieves tension at times like this..."
"Ah..."
"... I mean, hey, watch out because there's an idiot out there"
The gaze of three is directed towards a group of several people approaching.
And......
"Hey, Sophia."
Laughing with Niyaniya, it was Benny of A-rank, a visionary adventurer, who spoke out to look down on Sofia.
"Duh, thanks..."
"Didn't think you were really coming, did you?... bothered to expose myself to shame"
"Huh!"
"So, you guys... oh, did you come babysit today?
"... ah?
Moments, the air changes.
The magic overflowing from Blance engulfed the noisy waiting room in silence.
"Don't get on with it, Cora... you want to die!
"Ugh...!
"B, Mr. Blance!
The load instantly turns behind Blance, turning his left arm to his body to contain him.
"Let go! Butch kill this fucking kid......!
"No, you can't! You're disqualified!
"That's you!?
"Phew, phew... it's a pleasure to fight outside the game. You haven't even read the rules? Or you don't have to read that much, I think."
"Ahem!?
"In the first place, your turn starts in the afternoon, right? To be honest, it's a disgrace to be here if you don't fight now. Well, I know you're worried about that scum... shouldn't you guys be worried about yourselves?
Benny's strong remarks and attitude would be due to being followed by the rules.
Apart from that, however, the presence of the visors and one incident in the guild the other day had inspired them to tune in.
"Especially Mr. Blance... you, the name" only "is a leading Sumerian adventurer, so please don't embarrass us, okay? Well, in the meantime, we've already seen some extremely shameful ugliness."
"Holy crap......!
"Whoa... it's time, isn't it? Why don't you just go to the audience? Don't worry, I'll take care of Sophia. One of us will hit it, so I'll gently slap you off the spot...... haha!
"... ugh!
"Now, Sophia, if you want to run, now's the time, okay? Well, at that point when it does... you're done. Heh heh... So we're on this"
So, I just wanted to say what I wanted to say, and Benny and the others left.
Eventually, when you can't see them, you lose power from Brance's body, and Lord slowly leaves him.
But its shoulders kept trembling in small pieces.
"... excuse me"
That's when Sophia shrugged so in a voice that seemed to disappear.
"It's not about you apologizing... but why didn't you say it back?
"Well, it's... it's useless to say anything now... in a game... and I thought I'd show you in a game"
Sophia's eyes staring at the two, saying so, were wet with tears that seemed to spill.
But never weak, the two who felt that it was something that seeped through some strong determination, thereby knowing the thoughts the girl lodges.
Sophia and I naturally regret it.
It was intolerable, of course, for those who thought of themselves to be discredited, albeit indirectly, for their actions.
But she knew if she said anything, she'd just be attacked even more.
So he didn't dare say anything, he just kept quiet.
On that chest, rolling a strong fighting spirit.
"Sophia......"
"Chip... you're right. I don't feel sorry for myself. Here we go, Avan. Don't worry anymore... this guy's gonna be fine."
"Yeah...... right"
"Oh, um... I will definitely win! Not just for me... but for all of you!
"... oops. I'm watching. Hang on."
"Sophia, we're always on our side. Remember when you're going to be frustrated... for the past month. I'm here with Levi."
"Ha!"
Two people leave, and only Sofia is left on the spot.
Immediately after, unspeakable anxiety struck her.
But...
"Huh... you can't beat me... I..."
"Dear Participants! There will be an opening ceremony shortly! Please gather in front of the door!
"Because I'm not alone...!
That said, she took a step forward.