How to live as a wanderer

The city where Duke Breduhe lived, Bayern, was nicknamed the Eastern Glory.

The vast and vast east was full of undiscovered lands. The city that has been descending since the time of the Ancient Empire has also been in your hands. Barbarians and pagans who scoffed at the Empire's name came from all over the world just a little bit further north.

Therefore, it was also natural for others in the Empire to treat the East as barbaric.

Bain, in the southeast, was a city that revolted against such ridicule. A magnificent city descended from the days of the Ancient Empire.

Embedded at the edge of the Dwarf Mountains behind it, this city, with the Danal River stretching out from the Ipael River, has never been captured since the time of the Ancient Empire.

Even when the Ancient Empire was destroyed and numerous kingdoms and Barbarians swept through the surroundings.

Centauri warriors smile with a satisfactory smile. John's expression of seeing the city from afar made them proud.

“Am I saying this correctly? ”

“You're that fluent. ”

“Eastern languages are quite difficult. ”

Centauri warriors shrug. They were looking at John as if he was unusual. None of the knights from the Empire really wanted to learn a language called Eastern languages.

Even the nobles of the east do not need to learn a language spoken in the east while speaking the imperial language.

“Isn't it easier than the Empire's? ”

“That's for all of you. ”

“I can only learn one thing from Eastern languages." ”

“ ■ ■ ■ ■? What do you mean? ”

The other Centauri panic and try to stop them, but the Centauri Warrior grins and explains.

“Roughly you, the parents, the children. I'll kill them all and bury them all in one place. It's good to do it before the fight. ”

“I'll keep that in mind. ”

Even though it may sound rude, John laughed and passed away. Isn't it good to actually write?

“Knight, my name is Aklada of the Alzia. Please remember.”

“I'll keep that in mind. Too bad you didn't show up, by the way. ”

Surprisingly, no monsters have been seen since the Centauri joined us. No, in fact, I rarely see monsters on the plains.

“We'll have a chance soon. ”

“? ”

Aklada's words sounded quite meaningful. As I was about to ask what it meant, I noticed a lot of people camped out on the plains from afar.

Hundreds of warriors and thousands of others were gathering with the flags of all kinds of symbols.

It was the people who came to attend the inauguration ceremony, and the people who came to see it.

The field was spectacular enough for thousands of people to gather in an orderly fashion.

“Your Honor ”

“Did you swear at me? ”

“That can't be right! Haha! Knight. Please visit the Alzheimer's Tribe. Don't forget the name of the Aklada. ”

Along with that, Aklada raises her arm. After escorting, the Centauri warriors run ahead. Towards where their tribe is.

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“Aclada. Be careful when dealing with Imperial nobles. ”

“What's the matter? I liked that one, too. We got along pretty well. There's a knight like that among the Imperium. ”

Aklada cheerfully said. That attitude of speaking fluently in Eastern languages was different from that of those from the Empire.

The Empire has always been a cautious opponent to the nomadic tribes of the east.

It was the same for those who entered the fence of the Empire.

They swore allegiance to the duc, but at the same time remained vigilant. They were wolves, not dogs. The wolf is not tamed.

“Do you know how shitty the Empire is? When I meet you in the plains, I'll have arrows in my throat and people will start screaming...”

“There's no such thing. ”

“You can't trust that the knight caught three werewolves. The Imperium is pretty full of crap. ”

“I wasn't lying to you. You saw the look on the soldiers' faces. ”

The words of the Aklada do not disprove the Centauri warriors. A great warrior has a different headquarters for his men. The soldiers' faces were genuinely respecting John.

“At this inauguration, I will teach the Imperial hordes who the true warriors are. ”

“Yes. Work hard. ”

The Alzheimer's was one of the most popular nomadic tribes nearby, and Aklada was the chief's favorite youngest son.

Accordingly, information about the inauguration had to come into Aklada's ears.

Duke Brduhe was a wise man, and he knew how useful the Eastern Nomads were.

This inauguration will be an event for their pride.

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‘So handsome. ’

“What's the matter? ”

“Ah. The Duke was amazed at how handsome he was. ”

Suetlq laughs at John's words.

“The Duke's appearance is famous even for his empire. You've been better off with the Centauri? ”

“They were a lot of miserable friends. ”

“You must have done that. How to accept a big river without having to leave behind a stream. ”

“A big mountain is like accepting a little dirt without rejecting it. ”

“Did you say that? That's a good word, too. ”

Duke Breduhe is on his horse and sees the group, hurrying down. The people of the Zarfen family looked impressed. Stefan was the same.

“You're good at this, aren't you? ”

“Who is the duc? ”

“I haven't met all the nobles. It's the Duke...”

“A great monarch. ”

Kaernerna receives your message. She asked if she could stand by her side with her eyes. John kindly cleared the side. Kaernerna approaches with a horse and says,

“The East is the most ferocious and barbaric territory in the empire. Since you've ruled such a place for more than twenty years and never caused trouble, it's natural that the people of this land praise the Duke. ”

“That's true. Besides, there's a saying that the blood of the Breduhe family is blessed. ”

“A blessing, what is that? ”

Kaernerna says it's nonsense.

“A generation of brilliant geniuses have been spreading through the family. A rumor from the Duke. ”

“The power to spread those rumors...”

After the conversation, the duc calls John. John replied politely.

“I've been looking forward to receiving my Earl's letter. I heard you caught a Troll... Not many of my knights can catch a Troll by themselves. What a marvelous knight.”

“Thank you for the compliment. ”

“I should thank you. I can't believe you sent me such a brilliant article. I'm sorry I took away the honor of Earl Jarpen. ”

Instead of arrogance and dignity worthy of the duc's title, Duke Breduhe greeted John with a modest and friendly attitude.

An attitude like this for a knight who hasn't been inaugurated yet. Even with the Earl's words, it was too much honor. If it were a knight other than John, he would have sworn allegiance with tears.

However, John's heart remained calm without a slight shaking. That's what my gut was telling me.

‘Greetings.’

Among the compliments to John, there were no real compliments. Others thought it was a warm scene, but John's excellent intuition caught on to this as well.

Of course, John was not hurt or hurt because of this. I thought you came here for the inauguration because of the duc's authority and name.

Considering the knighthood, I could endure the insult, but I was rewarded with a compliment that was not genuine.

And it wasn't a bad greeting. It would also be strange if you trusted the skill of the knight you just heard. The duc was showing the best behavior in his position.

Duke Breduhe hugs John and whispers small.

“I'm most looking forward to my ministry at the inauguration ceremony. ”

“... I'll do my best. ”

Is this what you do to all the knights? ’

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‘Earl Jarpen is not one to brag. ’

Next to where the duc sits are the duc's bloodlines. They were his proud children.

“What do you think, Duke? ”

“It's nothing. ”

The duc was thinking about John. Among the many articles I met today, I was particularly impressed.

Because of Earl Jarpen's recommendation?

“I want your opinion. Tell me one by one. ”

“I think Lucas of the Lazio family will do the job. ”

“Why?”

“Lucas has been a knight since he was a child as a servant of Lord Karpathi. He showed his mettle in the last sweep. ”

“Not bad. ”

“I would recommend Boriska of the Peteo family. ”

“Why?”

“In this inaugural tournament, horseback riding is more important than anything else. The Peteos are famous for their riding...”

“Not bad. ”

The duc's children listed the most compelling articles to attend the inauguration in turn.

“I'll choose the Aclada of the Alzia. ”

“Why?”

“The duc wants them to do their part. ”

The other children looked like they had been beaten. Obviously the duc has put a lot of effort into taming the nomadic tribes.

The duc looks satisfied.

“You're quick to notice. ”

“Duchess, you can't be...”

This inauguration ceremony was not just for the knights of the Eastern noble families. The leaders of the nomadic tribe and their young warriors have arrived.

But the duc's disciples missed them. I didn't mean to ignore it. It was just a natural state of perception like an empire.

“Yes. This inauguration ceremony is also an event for those tribes. ”

“...... ”

Some people make a grumpy face, but do not pull it out of their mouths. The duc was a generous and faithful man, but not a desperate enough man to forgive him for ignoring his authority.

“But that's when the warriors of the tribe showed their skills. If they don't, your prediction is wrong. ”

“Who did you choose? I'd love to hear your opinion. ”

The second opened his mouth as if he were a gentleman. The duc grins.

What would he do if he guessed here? The duc, who will save his children's lives, decided to choose from irrelevant candidates.

“Let me choose John of the Yates. ”

“...? ”

“This article is recommended by the Zarfen family. ”

“Ah. The Jarpen family... Was it that great of a knight? ”

“Earl Jarpen doesn't say nonsense, does he? ”

The duc said so, but the disciples did not conceal their suspicion.

Earl Jarpen was an outstanding soldier and warrior, but the original recommendation was to be used as inflated as possible. Because of this, the recipient did not believe the name of the sender thoroughly.

Moreover, the tournament to be held at the inaugural ceremony was quite important, even though he was skilled.

The Knights of the East couldn't have seen the Knights from the West so well. The first time I got hit, I got hit...

“That's what the duc says, and I'm sure it's a young knight, but a great knight. ”

“I'd like to meet him. ”

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“This is amazing. ”

“What's the point? ”

“Stefan is welcome, but I'm wary. ”

Suetlq had to put up with a laugh.

“That's why you're going to the tournament, Stefan. ”

The Knights of the Eastern Family were explicitly wary of John. I didn't insult you because you have a family name, but it was basic to shine your eyes or speak up. The funniest thing was the guy who wanted to show off his power in front of John.

The man who was trying to empower his hand suddenly turned crooked and had to bite down on it.

“The rules are different from the West, so keep in mind. ”

“Oh, yeah. ”

In fact, John had nothing to do with it.

I've never done it in the West!

In the west, they liked one-on-one races, but in the east, it was hard to see one-on-one races.

The tournament in the east was mainly a group transition. The knights gathered in their positions are divided into two groups, one after the other, being treated with an unspoiled weapon.

“You don't have to stand out too much anyway, right? I intend to buy you some time in a moderate fight. ”

“Clever.”

Suetlq nods, smiling. As always, John was not as clever as a knight. So it was good. I didn't have to say the same thing twice.

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