Torn Asunder by War, A Sword Saint for Tomorrow X The Knight Wizards!! – Chapter 53

Chapter 53
  
  
  
  
  <...If you mean this world, it's probably Earth that has followed a different history.>
  
  By frankly conveying Lady White Fox’s hypothesis, I received a dubious look from the girl who had stiffened as if she had run out of oil.
  
  While her doubt is understandable, considering the facts we’ve learned, the parallel world Earth theory is hard to deny.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  After waiting for her to gather her thoughts as she looked down slightly, I faced the girl in her gorgeous dress to carry out the rite of passage that should have been done earlier.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Taking advantage of the moment Kotono was at a loss for words, the middle-aged knight Raizes, who had been observing the Rare Human intently, interjects.
  
  “Is this person from the same hometown as King Claude?”
  “Yes, she is the Yamato person, Ishidou Kotono.”
  
  “Hmm, Xenos said he would welcome her into the Knight Order, but…”
  
  Inspired by the Vice-Captain’s contemplative expression, the surname “Ishido” and the fact that she possessed a Japanese bow brought the Heki-ryu school of archery to mind. When I confirmed the connection, Kotono nodded vaguely.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  On the battlefield, it’s necessary to quickly get into a shooting stance. Shamen Uchiokoshi, which involves keeping the arms at shoulder level without raising them too high and incorporating a pushing motion into the drawing action, is more logical.
  
  Modern Kyudo is heavily influenced by the Honda-ryu school, and Shomen Uchiokoshi, which involves adding several movements to ensure equal force is applied to both arms, is the mainstream.
  
  Furthermore, since modern Kyudo, which incorporates elements of spiritual training, is ritualized, the skills she has cultivated are probably far from practical. Not to mention in person, even operating a Clawsolas would be difficult.
  
  “…Wait a minute, are there even bows and arrows among the Clawsolas armaments?”
  
  “I believe the three western lords of the Aius Empire were introducing them on the front lines. I think it’s worth considering in the Knight Kingdom as well.”
  
  Dino, who answered in his usual curt manner, was looked at by Kotono. As if she had something to say, she hesitantly moved half a step closer.
  
  
  
  
  I wasn’t stingy about responding to her request that valued courtesy, so I beckoned her over. As she approached the throne, I taught her simple words in a low voice.
  
  After repeating them several times to commit them to memory, the black-haired girl turned around and gave a soft smile.
  
  “Dino-san, Lise-san… thank you.”
  
  “Don’t worry about it, we were just doing our duty.”
  “He says that, but he’s just hiding his embarrassment.”
  
  “Nn, do that later, both of you.”
  
  As usual, Raizes cleared his throat to tighten the loosened atmosphere and assessed Kotono with a piercing gaze.
  
  It is clear that it would be extremely difficult for a Rare Human who has not received the benefits of the language area and cannot even communicate to make a living in the city, and they would soon be driven into hardship.
  
  Also, even if they were to be protected by the Knight Order, we can’t just keep feeding them indefinitely.
  
  “The important thing is their Clawsolas aptitude, or their skills in person… If they have that, the other soldiers will be convinced to accept them.”
  
  It seems he has reached a conclusion typical of the serious Vice-Captain, but since joining the Knight Order means going to the battlefield sooner or later, it’s a matter to be discussed after confirming her own will.
  
  However, forcing her to make a choice without any decent basis for judgment would be unfair, so as I explained the world situation and the existence of the “Hour of Ruin” to Kotono, I heard a heavy sigh.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  In that case, I presented her with the plans I could think of at the moment, such as intensively teaching her the common language within the grace period and finding a job in the city within a certain period.
  
  At the same time, I also mentioned that the position of Rare Humans is delicate and that her lack of language skills might narrow her career choices.
  
  
  
  
  
  As long as there is a clear enemy force, there is no denying the possibility of being caught up in battle even if you live a normal life. I don’t want to be in a situation where I lament my powerlessness when the time comes.
  
  More to the point, I also have a desire to wield my blade for the sake of those I am indebted to and those who cannot fight, and I made sure to weave that into my conversation with Kotono.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Cautioning myself not to push her too hard, I shook hands with her as she bowed her head.