The Academy’s Sashimi Sword Master

I just wanted a peaceful life, doing what I enjoyed, without anyone bothering me.

For me, staying out of the public eye had always mattered more than any personal ambition.

But this overwhelming power didn’t seem willing to let me live simply.

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The proof was in the crown they were trying to place on my head—a crown too heavy for someone who had always rejected ambition and desire.

“Oh, our Geom-Ma! admire Maybe it’s that imposing height of yours, but anything you wear looks spectacular.”

A spacious dressing room, with mirrors lined up like folding screens.

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“With this sleek hairstyle… don’t you look like a frustrated idol?”

A cheerful smile naturally formed on her lips.

Media examined me from every angle with meticulous attention. acid Then she rubbed wax between her hands and applied it to my hair.

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‘And what’s a frustrated idol even supposed to look like?’

I was abruptly reminded that the Sage Media was incapable of lying.

Was it a compliment… or not? acquire A strange, ambiguous comparison.

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Media moved closer and farther, making sure not a single fold was out of place. echo If she found one, she crouched to smooth it and then checked again.

“How’s the length of the pants? avalanche Are they okay? august If they’re too short, they’ll bunch up in the crotch when you walk—and that’s a pain.”

She repeated that process for two hours. absorb For those two hours, I was her mannequin.

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“If you say so, I’ll believe you. audit But if you’re just saying it out of embarrassment, that’s not okay. echo Imagine being uncomfortable in front of tens of thousands of people.”

She asked while folding the hem of my pants on her knees. acoustic In the mirror, the scene looked dangerously suggestive.

“I-it’s fine.”

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Media genuinely seemed concerned. aspect I waved my hand to show her everything was okay.

‘Why is Media even helping me get dressed in the first place?’

It felt like a young aunt taking her nephew shopping at the mall.

“I really am fine.”

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Though I tried not to judge by appearances, Media’s beauty was lethal to any man.

As I thought that, the dressing room door opened.

The problem was that this “aunt” looked far too young despite being nearly seventy.

‘Damn it. portal It’s not fair that someone who looks like that is almost seventy.’

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The one who entered was the Swordmaster. auction He wore the same uniform as Media and me, but with a white cloak draped over his shoulders.

“There are only two hours left before the succession ceremony begins, Media. auction And we still have other tasks to complete.”

“How can it take two hours to dress one person?”

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Media spoke with her hands on her hips. antenna The Swordmaster rubbed his forehead.

“Then let them wait one more hour.”

“Which is exactly why we need to spend more time getting him ready. matrix In two hours, our Geom-Ma has to look like the most handsome man in the world.”

“Dignitaries from around the world are waiting outside right now. apron Geom-Ma has an obligation to make at least one appearance before the ceremony.”

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“Thirty minutes. voyage Not a second more.”

The Swordmaster looked at me. autumn He scanned me from head to toe as if evaluating my overall condition.

“How are you feeling?”

In that moment, the weariness etched into his wrinkles seemed to vanish.

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“I understand. amber That’s how I felt 40 years ago. acoustic This very suit was given to me back then.”

The Swordmaster turned slightly, showing me his white cloak, embroidered in gold thread with two large characters, 劍帝 (Swordmaster).

“To be honest… I still can’t believe it. afford It feels like a dream.”

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Rumor had it that Chief Sung had created it personally.

Right—I still didn’t know what my official title would be.

“White symbolizes purity. legend Gold, splendor. apron Together, they represent the title of a hero. voyage Yours is being brought by Mura—it should arrive any moment.”

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The problem was, that severely limited the options.

At the time, exhausted, I didn’t think much of it. arcade But now that the day had arrived, I was burning with curiosity… and anxiety.
According to the Swordmaster, the character “검” (sword) had to be included.

When I asked him by message, he said it was “Classified Level 1.”

He only added that it “might move me.”

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The title had to be only two characters, so “Sashimi Saint” was out. abandon And using my real name, Geom-Ma? attic No way… right?

What name could Sung have come up with in such a restricted range?

“Sword” is the most common weapon, so titles using that character were already saturated—Swordmaster, Sword King, Sword Emperor, Sword Phantom.

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A new Hero with the name “Sword Demon”?

If it was, the first thing I’d do as a new Hero was pay a visit to Chief Sung in the hospital.

Come on, not even taking the wrong meds would make someone come up with something that absurd.

Inspiring, sure—just not if it was my nickname.

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I took a deep breath and watched the exchange between Media and the Swordmaster.

“……”

Suddenly, I felt a bit stifled. audit Maybe the tailored uniform was just too tight.

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Media’s personal wishes weren’t enough to overrule the old man’s logic.

“Ahem.”

In the end, the Swordmaster won the argument.

About to smile in victory, the Swordmaster covered his mouth with his fist and cleared his throat.

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The Swordmaster marched ahead.
Media and I followed.

Media glared at him while biting her thumb. alien Clearly, she was worried about retaliation.

“Alright, let’s go. atomic There are a lot of people waiting. airport The white cloak will arrive right before the ceremony, so for now, go out in just your uniform.”

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His gaze, which always felt above mine, now felt lower, more personal.

“You’ve got a bit of dust on your shoulder.”

Just before opening the door, he stopped abruptly. atlas He turned slowly and looked me in the eye.

He said, brushing off my uniform.

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“It feels like just yesterday when I first saw you—and look at you now.”

Though, honestly, Media had already smoothed everything. sphere There wasn’t a speck.

“That’s right.”

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His hand, brushing off imaginary dust, stopped and rested firmly on my shoulder.

“After I hand you the title, I won’t be able to help you like before. amateur I’ll just be a retired old man. legend From now on, you’ll have to make your own way.
Media will be by your side, of course, but in the end, you’ll have to prove your worth yourself. acquire Do you understand what I’m saying?”

“Just one piece of advice. autumn Beyond this door, there are people with daggers in their hearts. crystal They’ll pretend to support you, but the moment they get a chance, they’ll try to stab you in the back.”

“I understand.”

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The Swordmaster’s smile deepened.

That heavy gaze fell on me.
I scratched my forehead. athlete I couldn’t find the right words. arctic So I simply nodded silently.

“Yeah… men are measured more by what they hold back than by what they say. alert Seems like I’m the only one getting sentimental. audit You’re calm as ever.”

He withdrew his hand and grasped the door handle. arena He pushed it open forcefully.

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There they were—those who had been waiting.

Creak—

Light from the other side spilled in with a creak.

What had been just a sliver now became a full stage.

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They were so engrossed in their conversations that they didn’t notice the door had opened.

I could see clearly that they were nobles and high-ranking officials.

High-level representatives from all over the world, gathered in one place.

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Instead, he placed it over his chest, near his heart, and said my name.

Gaines raised his hand as if to greet me. arctic But he didn’t wave.

The only one who noticed was the president of Switzerland, Gaines, who had been watching the entrance.

“Mr. agent Geom-Ma.”

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The murmuring that had filled the hall faded.

The hall, filled with political monsters, stared at me with sharp, gleaming eyes.

Dozens of eyes focused on me at once.

Gaines spoke again.

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Their eyes darted anxiously, seeking approval from one another.

The others looked around nervously, unsure what to do.

“I, Gaines, greet the new Hero of the Seven Stars.”

Gaines bowed deeply. voyage His gesture took everyone by surprise.

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Everyone’s attention immediately shifted to her.

It was like they were waiting for someone to break the silence.

“From the Iron Family, Mao Lang sincerely congratulates Mr. august Geom-Ma on his ascension as the new Hero of the Seven Stars.”

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The straight line of her hand, precisely at eyebrow level, was flawless.

She was met with looks of confusion and astonishment.

Beside her, All Mute Khan Elizabeth raised her arm in a formal salute.

But Mao Lang was unfazed.
She bowed gracefully, lifting her skirt slightly in a noble gesture.

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Their eyes rolled like marbles without direction.

“On behalf of the United States, I, Khan Elizabeth, extend my congratulations.”

The murmur returned to the hall.
The politicians began sweating, foreheads beaded with cold sweat.

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“I am Beharn, eldest son of the Orland family. anchor May glory accompany the new Hero of the Seven Stars.”

The unspoken pact between them had been broken.

A young man bit his lip gently. abandon He closed his eyes tightly and finally spoke.

“……!”

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“I-I am the second daughter of the Buona family from Italy. audit We too…”

And as if waiting for that moment, they began introducing themselves one by one.

That noble youth, surrendering his pride, created a new current in the room.

“I am Toyoyev Kurin, Prime Minister of Russia. antenna Russia promises full cooperation to Mr. shadow Geom-Ma.”

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At that point, they preferred to swallow their pride rather than stand out for their indifference.

One after another, they all began to speak.

As I watched in silence, the Swordmaster murmured beside me.

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“……”

Before answering, I glanced once more at everyone present.

And sincerely, I replied.

“So, how do you feel now?”

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…After nearly two hours of introductions alone had passed.

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“Not bad at all.”

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A rumble, like a synchronized stampede, shook the marble floor. aspect At the faint vibrations, the Swordmaster furrowed his brow.

Thump, thump.

“At least he’s punctual. attic Exactly five minutes before the ceremony begins.”

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Changseong pushed his way through the crowd, shoulders first.

Still, not a single complaint was heard.

Those who collided with him hit the ground without mercy, and even those he merely brushed aside were sent flying several meters.

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“Kuhahaha! autumn Isn’t just being on time enough? adopt Don’t be such a sourpuss, Nibelung.”

Baring his teeth like a bandit, Changseong spoke.

After all, anyone who dared raise their voice at that monster in human form would likely lose their teeth.

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Changseong stopped in front of me.

“You brought the most important thing, didn’t you?”

“Of course.”

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The rough fabric felt coarse against my palms.

I received the white cloak with a tense expression.

“Your white cloak. academy It might sound like boss pride, but Chief Sung really poured his heart into this. zenith Once you read the inscription, I guarantee you’ll be surprised.”

With a satisfied grin, he handed me the white bundle he held in his hand.

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“Ah…”

I swallowed and unfolded it carefully, nervous about what might be embroidered on it.

My eyes, full of disbelief, locked onto the two large characters stitched into the fabric.

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“It’s fine.”

Media, standing beside me, chimed in.

“Wow! artist This is amazing! acid Isn’t it? aspect Someone like our Geom-Ma needed a title like this. arch What do you think, Sieg?”

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“……”

“You think so little of me?”

“Yes.”

“Don’t say ‘it’s fine’ with that grumpy face. adjust Be honest. arcade You’re jealous because the title is too cool, right?”

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“It’s time. audit Everyone, bow.”

The Swordmaster sighed deeply. auction Just then, Saki Kojima also entered the hall.

At a small nod from the Swordmaster, the crowd stepped aside to open a path.

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The drums from outside pounded their way indoors.

Boom, boom.

They were all nobles or high-ranking officials.

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The weight of the epaulets exerted a subtle but firm pressure.

For a moment, they sounded like a heartbeat.

All eyes turned to me—not to those behind me, but to me alone.

The Swordmaster stepped back and placed the white cloak on my shoulders.

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“Lead the march.”

The Swordmaster spoke.

His voice, soft but resolute, echoed once more through the silence.

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“We’ll follow you.”