And then laugh
UNEDITED read at your own risk
Edited: 07/14/23 **TL note: This isn't really an intermission chapter. It's one of those chapter without a chapter number. But in order to avoid confusion I just number it as an intermission. NEXT CHAPTER will be a long actual INTERMISSION chapter so it might take me some time translating. TT_TT. I'll try my best to finish it as soon as possible or if I can't then I'll just post half of the chapter tomorrow.
Translated by Eunie
Edited/Proofread by Para Ten minutes later. Our two-versus-one continued until it was time for Arthur to return to the knights' training grounds. It didn’t end in one bout, but continued as long as we could. The battle's outcome was pretty obvious as well since it was two versus one, and it was against Arthur, who accumulated a lot of fatigue over the many rounds. Though there was a time when Arthur persisted hard and broke our wooden swords during the match. But in the end, things happened just as Stayle said. The exhausted Arthur was ‘beaten to a pulp.’ And as a form of mercy, he used his special ability and teleported Arthur to the knights' training ground. However, I’m still worried. Because in that tattered and exhausted state, he must still resume his duties and continue with the knights' training regimen. “By the way, Stayle,” I called out to Stayle, who just returned after sending off Arthur. Stayle, who was about to head into the changing room, stopped in his tracks, tilted his head and asked, “Yes? What is it, Elder Sister?” “That uniform looks so good on you.” I was so surprised a while ago that I wasn’t able to say it. Stayle, in his version of the knight uniform, looked really cool. I never saw him wear something like this in the game, and thinking about it now, it’s sacrilegious that we never got to see a still** of him wearing this. (Eunie: you know those game stills and stuff that you get. Its that one.) Read only on eunietl.weebly.com “Well, it's the first time Elder Sister and I get to wear matching outfits, so I’m overjoyed. I’m truly thankful for this wonderful present that Tiara gave me.” After saying that, I noticed Stayle’s face reddening. I wonder if he’s blushing and feeling shy with just the thought of receiving a gift from Tiara. (Eunie: Nuooooo. You are missing the point Pryde. Poor Stayle TT_TT) “...Elder Sister…too. You look good…really good…really…beautiful,” Stayle started mumbling to himself as he lowered his gaze. He quickly headed towards Tiara and gave her brief head pats before hastily grabbing his glasses and leaving the area. He probably teleported back to the changing rooms while Lotte and Mari got things ready. I wonder if Stayle wanted to immediately show how thankful he was for the present he received from Tiara, his adorable little sister. From the looks of it, Tiara seemed pleased as well with the head pats she got from Stayle. Well, enough of that. I guess I have to hurry and change my clothes as well. Seeing Lotte and Mari ready, I also headed to the changing rooms together with the two of them, but before doing that, following Stayle’s actions, I also stroked Tiara’s head and told her how happy and grateful I was for the wonderful gift she prepared for me. … … Read only on eunietl.weebly.com <Arthur’s POV> “... …Haaaaa…. Sigh…” … …Damn. I’m tired. I’m so tired. So the other knights wouldn’t notice, Stayle teleported me back to a private room assigned for knights to use as a sort of dorm space or lounge…. Well, to be exact, it's my room. To be honest…this time, I’m really thankful he teleported me back here. If it wasn’t for him teleporting me, I don’t think I could have saved time to regain some of my strength before my usual training starts. Heck I don’t think I even have any energy to move. I glanced at the knight's cape I draped on the chair and the armour I put down on the floor. …Stayle and Pryde-sama are way too strong. Well, sure, I just joined the main knights order. I’m pretty sure knights like my dad, or those that have been in the main corps for much longer, could have easily handled a two versus one against those two but still… “...Tsk…..Even I…I’m a knight as well…damn it…” I unclenched my fists and looked up. It’s so frustrating. At this rate, it wouldn’t be surprising at all if those two started becoming so strong, to the point that I might even lose my position and duty. For a while, I tried to still my breath and recover as much stamina as possible while lying on the floor and waiting until it was time. …However…I don't plan to give up. Never. Since I’ve finally come all the way here. I’ll definitely become much stronger. Strong enough that I won’t lose even if Stayle uses his teleportation ability. Strong enough to defeat Pryde-sama’s enemy in a single strike. Some time passed, and when I looked over at the clock. I saw that it was almost time. Somehow I mustered enough strength to stand up and pour myself a glass of water. I drank the whole glass in one go. …Alright. It’s okay. I’ve recovered enough strength for me to be able to move. Before heading out, I grabbed the cape that symbolizes the Knights Order and draped it around my shoulders. The sound of old metal fittings echoed as I opened the door. “!!!...Arthur, why are you here? I thought you were back at Stayle-sama’s place?” When I opened the door, I saw my dad, the Captain, standing just outside my room. “Ah. … . ….Stayle’s right…I did go there today.” (Eunie: OG raws, Arthur replied in broken sentences. Literal translation of it doesn’t make sense so I tried to add some stuff to make sense of what he said.) Read only on eunietl.weebly.com Since other people were around, I couldn’t openly talk about Stayle’s special ability with so many eyes around us, so I just answered as casually as ever. My message seemed to have been conveyed when Dad answered with, “I see.” “...Is Vice-Captain Clark off duty today?” I said as I tried to change the topic before briefly scanning around us and heading to an area with fewer people. “Ah. That’s right. …But Arthur, why does it seem like you're much more worn out today?” “...Well…we did spar a lot and some other stuff.......” “...…Why do you seem so bothered by your surroundings? We should take our leave now, or we’ll be late.” After saying that, Dad went ahead. In the end, I couldn’t help but yell in a stupid-sounding voice, “Wait for me!” I hate to say it. I have to properly convey it to him. So that I can be stronger. With furrowed eyebrows, Dad looked back as if not understanding why. His expression looked as puzzled as ever, but I guess it wasn't surprising why he looked like that. I immediately closed my door and properly faced Dad. I have to quickly say it, or Dad and I will be late for training. “Since I’ve finally made it to the main Knigts Order….later…again…just like before…let’s have sparring matches again… …. …. ….Father.**” (Eunie: **Arthur has always been calling his dad ‘oyaji’ like a ruder? Casual way of saying Dad. But on that last part, like he hesitated a lot before changing the way he calls him. Like from Oyaji–to Chichiue, which is more formal. Hence, the reason why I used ‘Father’) Saying the last bit involuntarily made me look away. But after finishing what I had to say, I peeked over at Dad…Father** and then I saw his mouth agape. I’ve actually been thinking about this for a long time already. Like how I want to spar together as I did before once I officially became a member of the main Knights Order. I started thinking about how I want to change the way I used to call him back when I was in my rebellious phase. That’s why I decided that once I join the Knights Order, I’ll do it. Read only on eunietl.weebly.com What happened today made me realize a few things. I’m still weak. That’s why, while this heat has yet to subside, I thought I had to properly convey it. Dad…Father’s expression seemed to have frozen, and after waiting for a while, only his mouth started moving. He then said, “...I understand.” For now I just answered, “Thank you very much,**” and bowed my head before immediately running to the training grounds. I felt embarrassed, so I ran away like that, and, well, it would be bad if a newcomer like me didn’t run soon or if I disrupted the Captain and the training. I can think while running. Father said he understands. I can finally do it…! I can finally spar with Father, who’s the Captain of the knights!!. I can still become much, much stronger!! I felt so happy that I couldn’t help but clench my fists while running. I still have a long way to go…. THANKS FOR READING~ Hope you guys enjoyed it ^^
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