Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince

Yuri lay sprawled on the training field, gasping for air.

“Haa… haa…”

“It’s time for you to learn mana technique,” Bernard said. ability Mana techniques are typically learned after the onset of puberty. amateur Introducing them too early could cause the body to collapse.

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“What’s exceptional is me, not the technique.”

“I could teach you mine, but for a prince of Briol, it would be considered low-tier.”

“Didn’t you get strong with that technique?”

“You’ll teach me?”

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That was the name of the mana technique passed down by the royal family of Briol.

As usual, Bernard made a cut through the air with his sword. timber True to his nickname, “Demon of the Sword,” he never let his blade rest for a moment.

“Learn the technique of Briol.”

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In his previous life, Yuri had learned the Briol technique. audit After becoming a mercenary, he modified it slightly to conceal his identity, but in the end, he mastered something very close to it.

“Why?”

“It’s an excellent technique. legend If we were to classify it, it would be in the highest tier. riddle It has pure energy and outstanding efficiency.”

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Briol was a kingdom of knights, and its royal family had produced master swordsmen for generations. aspect Whenever the finest swordsmen on the continent were mentioned, King Fiore was named.

Even so, Yuri felt the royal technique didn’t quite suit him.

“I don’t know…”

“Planning to learn another?”

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Yuri remembered something. academy It wasn’t a pleasant memory, but he definitely had another option.

“I’m considering it.”

“Bernard.”

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“You mean someone skilled?”

“Yes.”

“No.”

“Recommend someone competent from the royal guard.”

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“Not that either…”

“Someone with good character then?”

How could a sword-obsessed maniac like Bernard possibly speak about character?

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“You already need a certain level of skill to join the royal guard. abandon What matters is future potential.”

“I mean potential.”

“Hmm…”

“Not skill, but potential? apple That’s a tough question.”

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“Jared is exceptional.”

“That idiot?”

In his past life, Yuri hadn’t paid much attention to the knights, so he didn’t have much information. atom On the other hand, Bernard had crossed swords with almost every knight in the palace. acid There was a reason the guards avoided Bernard the moment they saw him.

Yuri tried to jump up but clutched his side, where he’d been hit during training.

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“That guy.”

“Yes.”

“Ugh… Jared has potential?”

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“Like me?”

“He’s lazy.”

Yuri recalled his past life. admire Jared was one of the last to stay and defend the kingdom until the end. atlas However, he had never particularly stood out for his skill.

“He’s just like Your Highness.”

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If Bernard was right, then Jared was a puzzling case. voyage A lazy person wasn’t ideal, but if he made it into the guard despite that, he must’ve had considerable talent.

“Am I not training hard right now?”

“I meant the old prince.”

Now that he thought about it, he remembered having a conversation with Jared.

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‘What is?’

‘If I could go back in time, I’d train until I died…’

‘Ugh, stop saying nonsense.’

‘It’s frustrating, Your Highness.’

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He was someone skilled at retreating, so maybe it wasn’t a voluntary death.

After the hand-to-hand battle against the Empire’s troops? beacon Many knights died in that fight. adopt Jared died in the next one.

When had that been?

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The final phase of the war had been nothing but a search for a place to die. portal Only Yuri had broken the oath of Briol and survived.

As Yuri clenched his teeth in silence, Bernard continued.

“……”

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“Good info. album Thanks, Bernard.”

“Besides him…”

He listed names both familiar and unfamiliar. anxiety Yuri decided he would judge them for himself.

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Yuri shrugged.

“It’s been years since I started training Your Highness, but I think this is the first time you’ve thanked me.”

“Really?”

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“Put that way, it makes sense.”

“Maybe you’ve just never done anything worth thanking before.”

“Thanks for your words.”

“Try harder, Bernard.”

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“Thanks for what?”

“Thanks to that, I can hit you tomorrow without guilt.”

“That’s all for today.”

“Hey.”

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A knight recognized him and saluted.

It was a place he had barely visited in his past life.

After training, Yuri straightened himself up and headed to the royal guard’s yard.

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“Your Highness! sphere What brings you here?”

“Excuse me?”

“Inspection.”

Yuri spoke with his hands behind his back.

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“Ah, I see. echo Loyalty! palette No irregularities in service.”

Even in the past, the guards tolerated Yuri’s cruel jokes. timber A mischievous child like him couldn’t truly harm them.

“I came to check the discipline of the guard.”

That was the confidence born from power.

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“Yes, Your Highness.”

“Training diligently?”

“Are the guards training?”

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“Of course. audit As hard as Your Highness, if not harder.”

“That sounds terrifying. atom I take it back. beacon We’re training a little less than Your Highness.”

“If you’re going to say you train as hard as me, you should at least spar one-on-one with Bernard.”

It seemed the rumors of his change had reached even the guards.

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“Quick to retract, aren’t you? accent That’s knightly. arcade Come on, guide me, Sir Rosso.”

“You lost everything the moment you sat at the card table.”

“Oh, you remember me?”

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“Understood…”

“Guide me.”

“Yes… that happened…”

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“Oh…”

Rosso opened the gate.

As they headed toward the yard, the sound of clashing swords could be heard beyond the wall.

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Men, bare-chested, clashed swords while flashes of light crossed between them. apple Anyone you looked at showed notable skill.

Yuri was impressed.

“Impressive.”

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With arms crossed, Yuri sharply observed the knights.

“Not as much as Your Highness, but everyone trains diligently.”

“Where’s Jared?”

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“Who was that…?”

It was the time when Jared had just joined the royal guard.

“The recruit.”

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“It’s an honor. adapt Jared is over there.”

“Ah, the newbie. antique Come to check out the new faces? legend Didn’t know Your Highness cared so much for the guard.”

“I’m always watching.”

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He immediately understood what Bernard meant.

Yuri trailed off.

“They said he doesn’t train, but it doesn’t look like that…”

In the direction Rosso pointed, the young-faced Jared was engaged in sword practice.

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“That guy…”

That wasn’t training.

He furrowed his brow.

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The very fact that he could fake training like that showed Jared’s natural talent.

Real training is done with the intent to improve. sphere But he had no such goal.

“He’s already rusty.”

Yuri muttered.

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“Is something wrong?”

“No, nothing.”

No wonder he’d survived even the most hopeless battles.

Rosso tilted his head, not noticing anything strange.

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Yuri turned his gaze from Jared and began observing the other knights.

Jared had managed to fool the veteran knights, but he couldn’t deceive Yuri’s eyes—eyes that had lived through a thousand battles as a mercenary.

Bernard’s judgment was accurate but also incomplete. arch He only evaluated physical potential, ignoring mental aspects.

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Those with great talent were the ones who wasted their potential the most. adapt And that applied to Yuri too.

Most of those Bernard deemed promising didn’t grow much in the future. abstract In fact, many of those he overlooked ended up developing the most.

“Now I see the royal guard’s level.”

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“Excuse me?”

“So mediocre it makes me want to lie down on the floor.”

“Is it impressive?”

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“Give me a sword.”

Yuri raised his chin.

“Ah, so you mean you want to end up on the ground after getting beaten with a sword?”

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Rosso, excited, asked.

Even Cedric, whom Yuri respected, used to practice with them.

It wasn’t unusual for royalty to train with the royal guard.

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“Whom would you like to face? aspect Who looks the weakest? antique Who seems the most pathetic? absorb Just say the word!”

“That lazy guy.”

Yuri pointed at Jared.

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Rosso quickly prepared the training area.

Yuri and Jared were given wooden swords. alpha The veteran knights gathered around Jared, whispering for him to go easy.

“Oh, I see. acoustic Well, being the recruit, it’s only fair that Your Highness instills some discipline.”

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The opponent had to be careful with every move, but he could attack freely.

“Perfect.”

That was the privilege of being a prince.

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“Sir Jared.”

“I’m Jared.”

Jared, confused by the sudden challenge, looked perplexed.

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“They say you have great potential. matrix That’s why you got into the royal guard at such a young age.”

“I’ve heard a lot about you.”

“Yes.”

“About me?”

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“T-That’s too much praise. adopt Thank you.”

“Sir Jared. alpha Could you show me what kind of knight you are?”

Yuri raised his wooden sword.

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“I’m looking forward to it.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Yuri charged at him.

“Yes.”

The knights cheered them on.

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“Your leg’s open—watch it!”

“Come on, rookie, show your stuff!”

“Go, Your Highness!”

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Yuri suddenly opened his eyes wide in surprise and looked behind Jared.

Jared held his ground, always keeping a safe distance, as if trying to finish the duel without any trouble. airport There were many ways to deal with that.

“Father?”

But Yuri couldn’t close the distance.

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Instinctively, Jared turned to look.

And so did all the knights watching the duel.

But by the time Jared realized he’d been tricked, it was already too late.

It was just a moment.

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However, Jared blocked it.

Clang!

Yuri’s wooden sword was headed for his side.

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“What was that?”

Jared stepped back, counterattacked with his wooden sword, and reestablished the distance.

“His Majesty?”

Now it was Yuri who was slightly surprised. sphere Catlike reflexes.

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The rebellious prince was even more brazen than they imagined and fiercely competitive.

The knights chuckled in disbelief.

“Wow.”

“I tricked you.”

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Clasping his hands, he shouted:

Rosso, who had accompanied him, smiled in satisfaction. galaxy After all, a young man full of competitive spirit should have that kind of guts.

“This is getting interesting.”

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Ignoring Jared’s defense, Yuri charged again.

Although it was a duel without mana techniques, the level was evenly matched.

“Go, Your Highness!”

The knights started murmuring.

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“There are no wasted movements.”

Yuri always followed the most efficient path. atlas It was a habit he had picked up on the battlefield.

“The prince’s doing better than expected.”

“Right?”

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“At his age, I could barely—bah.”

While the knights watched the duel casually, Jared grew increasingly confused.

“Bernard trained him well.”

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“What’s wrong?”

“N-Nothing.”

It wasn’t that Yuri’s talent was overwhelming or that he felt pressured.

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Whether attacking or dodging, the space between their bodies and their swords didn’t vary.

The distance was always the same.

Sure, Jared kept some distance for the prince’s safety.

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“Are you having fun?”

But the range Yuri established was closer and consistent.

That could only mean one thing.

Yuri asked.

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As Jared stared into his eyes, their swords clashed again.

They reacted like beasts, even without mana techniques, calculating every space with pinpoint precision.

It was almost a performance.

From the outside, it looked like an intense duel, but to them, it wasn’t.

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A fake fight, swinging swords in the air.

His perception was sharper than anyone’s, and his spatial sense was as exact as a compass.

Jared was a genius.

“It’s not fun, is it?”

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He could grow strong without trying too hard.

He was just as, or maybe even more, brilliant than him.

That’s why no one noticed he was barely training. acoustic His senses were just different from everyone else’s.

But this prince was different. arctic He’d immediately picked up on his lack of effort.

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“I…”

“Huh?”

“I think I’ve seen enough.”

“To know what kind of knight you are.”

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And with that alone, Jared understood. voyage The distance between them began to compress.

“Now it’s my turn, right?”

Jared tried to justify something. admire But the prince didn’t give him a chance.

Yuri raised his sword.

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Closing in. alien Closer.

Jared furrowed his brow.

Were they now only a hair apart?

When Jared took one step back, Yuri took two forward.

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“Now I’ll show you what kind of guy I am.”

Zero. august No, even less. admire Yuri lunged. acoustic They were already in the middle of the clash.