The Villains I Taught Became Heroes

22 – Event – 4

The next day. Despite only resting for a few days, it felt like it had been a long time since I went hiking.

As Sowol effortlessly climbed the mountain beside me without even getting out of breath, I took out my sword when she finished her basic training. Seeing me like that, Sowol tilted her head.

“Why are you holding a sword today?”

It was natural for her to wonder, considering I usually used a stick when teaching Sowol.

Erasing the smile I usually had, I pointed the sword at Sowol.

“Today is a test of skills.”

“What? Suddenly?”

“Tests usually happen based on basic skills. Let’s see how familiar you are with the Moonlight Sword Technique, the First Form.”

The Moonlight Sword Technique, the First Form. The Moonlight Wave.

It’s been quite a while since I taught her that; she should be familiar with it by now.

Following my instruction, Sowol took a deep breath and slowly grasped her wooden sword.

“Haahhh…!”

A powerful aura began to emanate from Sowol’s body as she exhaled deeply.

It’s amazing that such a young girl, who hasn’t even been learning the sword for a year, has such prowess.

If she continues like this, it won’t be long before Sowol masters the Moonlight Sword completely.

[Occupational Quest – Sage]

[Raise two disciples to a certain level or higher.] (0/2)

The number remained unchanged when the Sage occupational quest was received.

Even in the game, considerable effort was required to change that number.

So, I’ll continue.

“I’m going! Be careful!”

Hiyo. I really have to be careful.

No matter how remarkable Sowol’s talent is, she can’t even scratch me with her skills.

Still, the way she thinks of her master is both amusing and admirable.

“Haaah!!”

Sowol, putting all her energy into it, rushes towards me.

The light of the sword energy attached to the sword tip gradually intensifies.

With that light leading the way, Sowol, in front of me, swiftly swings the sword.

At the same time, the intense light spreading out and the sword energy within it.

A proper Moonlight Wave has been activated.

“Huk!!”

Having neutralized that Moonlight Wave with a similar one, I looked at Sowol, who was slowly retrieving the sword as the glow subsided.

I thought I used all my power, but did I control it in my own way?

Sowol seemed to have quite a bit of leeway.

“How was it?”

The only response I could give to the expectant gaze was a nod.

This should be enough to consider the Moonlight Wave as thoroughly mastered.

“Well done.”

“Wow! A praise sticker!”

“Will you give it?”

“Eh.”

How valuable is a praise sticker?

“What’s the criteria for issuing praise stickers?”

“My heart.”

Originally, praise should come from the heart.

After gently stroking So Wol’s hardened head, I grasped the sword.

“All right. I’ll teach you my swordsmanship then.”

“Huh? Isn’t it impossible to learn swordsmanship until you’ve drunk all of the Moonlight Elixir?”

“Just watch and memorize. Actual training will come after you’ve finished the Moonlight Elixir. Did you drink it?”

“Yes.”

“Good. Let’s begin.”

I stepped back and held the sword with both hands. And then,

“Hup!”

With a low shout, I swiftly swung the sword.

At first glance, it might seem like a simple vertical cut.

-Quaaaaang!

The crescent-shaped sword energy that shot out from the sword instantly sliced through several beautiful Andri trees.

No preparatory stance, and the activation is quick. This sword technique is the essence of the Moonlight Sword. Moonlight Flash.

“…Isn’t it just an ordinary sword energy release?”

It’s not easy to see it as ordinary. Its power is stronger than the typical sword energy release, and the magic consumption is low. It’s fast to activate, making it great for surprise attacks.

I lightly shook the sword, and the crescent-shaped sword energy flew through the air, cutting through the sky.

Each time I swung the sword, the crescent-shaped sword energy continued to fly, and the surrounding forest gradually began to be destroyed.

“You can do this once you master it.”

“…It’s amazing.”

So Wol admired the completely severed surrounding forest.

Heh heh. How about that?

The skill of this master.

Receiving a gaze full of admiration, I returned the sword to its sheath.

“Let me teach you how to lead the magic of the Moonlight Flash. Uh… at first…”

I held So Wol’s arm and guided the magic flow.

Just like when learning the Moonlight Wave, he stumbled a bit at first, but So Wol quickly began to grasp the flow of Moonlight Flash’s magic power.

Certainly, with such talent, it’s comfortable in a place like this.

When teaching the Moonlight Sword to a character without talent in the game, it could take dozens of lessons for them to grasp it properly. Compared to the myriad cases where understanding remained elusive even after repeated classes, So Wol’s talent was truly remarkable.

“Hmm… Is it done like this?”

After tilting his head a few times, So Wol swung the wooden sword. Simultaneously, a crescent-shaped sword energy formed in the air. However, instead of spreading out like the Moonlight Flash I had written, it simply dissipated in place.

“It’s difficult.”

“Just because it’s not one of the Three Great Sword Techniques. Still, creating sword energy in the first attempt deserves praise.”

“Then, how about… a praise sticker?!”

“I’ll consider it.”

Can’t let my guard down.

So, it had been eleven days since the Moonlight Flash transplantation training began.

By the time So Wol, now completely accustomed to the Moonlight Flash, had consumed all the Moon Essence, the upper part of the interior became bustling.

“Is there something wrong?”

“Yes? Ah, yes. I heard that the Harvest Festival is opening in Levent Territory. Our upper echelon is participating in the festival too…”

Ah, has the Harvest Festival already arrived?

Levent Territory’s Harvest Festival lasts for a total of two days.

This year, with a good harvest, the festival is expected to be large and enjoyable.

“Master!”

Behind the maid who replied to me, a smiling girl with short black hair approached brightly.

Laila.

As agreed, she seemed to have come to join me as a patrol partner for this Harvest Festival.

“The patrol team is moving now. Since we have to patrol both today and tomorrow…”

“It’s the Harvest Festival, don’t you want to enjoy it too?”

“Haha. I’m fine!”

She seems cheerful.

Laila, who usually has a smiling face, seemed even brighter today.

Turning leisurely, I followed her as she walked ahead, and I could see the warriors who had decided to participate in today’s patrol.

“As you all know, the Harvest Festival is opening in Levent Territory from today until tomorrow. We, the Eastern Upper Echelon, have decided to participate in the festival and, at the request of the Lord, join the patrol for the festival.”

“Do we get some rest after it’s over?”

“When the Harvest Festival ends, there will be a banquet at Torin’s Tavern for the patrol team. You can join at that time.”

Upon the serious words of Baek Warrior, sounds of joy from the warriors were heard.

It seems they are looking forward to the food and drinks at the banquet.

When the bustling crowd around him quieted down, he cleared his throat and glanced in this direction. Was there something to say?

“It’s unlikely to happen, but if something unbearable occurs during the harvest festival…”

“Ah. Then contact me immediately.”

“Thank you, Master.”

Although it seemed unlikely for anything to happen in such a small local festival, Baek Musa appeared somewhat tense, perhaps due to a recent social incident.

Upon my approval, he sighed in relief and then briefed us on our patrol areas. The area assigned to me was…

“The market area. It’s where the festival unfolds.”

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Perfect. I’ll stroll around and grab something to eat.

Without the need to wait, we each headed to our respective patrol zones.

As we arrived at the market area, the people preparing for the festival greeted us with bright smiles.

“Oh! Isn’t this Master? And Laila too!?”

“Hahaha. How have you been?”

“Oh, I’m doing well. You have no idea how much our kids missed Laila.”

“What about Louis and Roland? Hehe. Please give them my regards.”

“Sure thing, Master! When the festival starts, make sure to visit our store. We’ll give you plenty of freebies!”

“Sure thing. Take care.”

From the first encounter at the store to each turn in the market, people recognized us.

While I casually responded to their greetings, Laila, with her cheerful personality, engaged in quite lengthy conversations with them.

“Did you wait long?”

“Nah, not really. By the way, you seem to get along well with the villagers?”

Especially with those who have children.

Earlier, mischievous boys and an energetic-looking girl even ran up to Laila, suggesting a future sword fight.

I thought she wouldn’t visit the village often due to her duties in the eastern upper region, but it seemed otherwise.

“Hahaha… Well, you see, I look like this, and I’m somewhat tomboyish, so people find it easy to befriend me.”

Smiling brightly, Laila scratched the back of her head.

I gazed at her in response to her words.

Short hair, almost like a boy.

Always smiling. Wearing shorts that reached above her knees and a jacket from the eastern upper region.

While there was a touch of androgynous charm, she didn’t exactly look like a boy.

“I’m not as pretty as a lady, you see.”

“You’re beautiful too.”

“…Huh?”

“You’re plenty beautiful yourself.”

“Haha… Well, that’s quite a joke.”

“It’s not a joke. Everyone has their own charm. Your charm is beautiful enough. In my eyes, you’re a charming girl, just like Sowol.”

“Is that so? Hehehe…”

Blushing and scratching the back of her head, Laila gently lowered her gaze.

“I’ve never heard such a story before…”

“Really? Well, if you ever want to hear such things, feel free to come find me. I’ll tell you as much as you want.”

It’s not like it costs anything to say it.

I turned away from her, who was staring at me blankly, gave her a smile, and then it happened.

“Oops! Oops! Oops! Oh my!! What a coincidence!!”

Sowol, who could climb a mountain without breaking a sweat, panting and stealing a breath, brightly smiled and said.

When did this one come again?