First Legendary Dragon: Starting With The Limitless System novel Chapter 157

Orion looked at him with a speechless expression, "I'm not yet good enough that all the girls of my club would come after me."

Lucan held his chest theatrically, feigning hurt. "Ah, Young Master, your humility wounds me deeply. How can someone have such impeccable skill with swords and yet remain so oblivious about the swordplay of the heart?"

Orion rolled his eyes, chuckling at Lucan's dramatics. "Brother Lucan, are you sure you haven't been reading too many romance novels lately? You're starting to sound suspiciously like a certain princess I know."

Edgar shook his head with a soft, amused smile, stepping aside to allow Orion into the carriage. "If Lucan spent as much time on his swordsmanship as he did reading those frivolous novels, perhaps he would have advanced another tier by now."

Lucan gasped loudly, dramatically staggering back and gripping the side of the carriage for support. "Even you, Sir Edgar? The betrayal runs deep!"

The corner of Edgar's lips curled slightly upward, a rare sign of amusement. Orion chuckled warmly, settling comfortably into the plush velvet seat. "Brother Lucan, at this point, you should consider becoming a playwright. You'd make a fortune."

Lucan grinned, regaining his casual composure as he climbed atop the carriage. "Maybe I'll write a tragic tale about a certain genius young master, whose prodigious skill with the sword could conquer kingdoms—but whose heart remained oblivious to the dazzling beauties surrounding him."

"Please don't," Orion replied dryly, feigning dread. "I fear your writing may scare away all potential club members."

Lucan laughed heartily as Edgar took his seat opposite Orion, gently closing the carriage door. "Enough teasing, Lucan. Let's get back home. The young master still has training to complete."

"Yes, yes, of course," Lucan replied, still smiling broadly as he tugged the reins lightly. The carriage wheels began rolling smoothly over the paved road, heading toward the Helstorm estate.

The journey home was quick and pleasant, the streets becoming progressively quieter and lined with beautiful trees and flowers as they approached the Helstorm Estate. Upon their arrival, the grand estate gate swung open smoothly, welcoming them back with its familiar elegance.

Edgar stepped out first, holding the carriage door open as Orion walked down calmly. Lucan cheerfully waved goodbye, taking the carriage around back to the stables, leaving Orion and Edgar standing before the mansion's grand entrance.

"Shall we head straight to the training grounds, Young Master?" Edgar asked calmly.

"Yes," Orion nodded resolutely, adjusting his grip on Realm Guardian. "I want to refine the insights I gained during today's spar."

Edgar inclined his head approvingly, a faint pride flickering in his elderly eyes. "An excellent mindset."

Together, they walked calmly toward the mansion's private training ground located inside of it.

Drawing his sword, Edgar smoothly assumed a stance. Orion followed suit, his expression focused as he mirrored Edgar's stance perfectly. With a nod, their training began.

Edgar's style emphasized efficient movements—precise, sharp, and without unnecessary flourishes. Orion quickly adapted, absorbing each subtle correction Edgar offered.

Their swords clashed repeatedly, the rhythmic sound of steel echoing softly throughout the quiet grounds, a beautiful display of discipline and skill.

Hours flowed by, yet Orion showed no signs of fatigue. Sweat lightly glistened on his forehead, muscles flexing smoothly beneath his clothes with each calculated movement.

Edgar, too, appeared as calm and unruffled as ever, though Orion caught a faint glimmer of approval in his warm eyes.

Eventually, Orion stepped back, sheathing his blade and breathing deeply. "I'll stop here, Uncle Edgar. Thank you for your guidance. I feel clearer now."

"You've improved remarkably in such a short time, Young Master," Edgar praised calmly, nodding his head respectfully. "Few can improve as swiftly as you. Especially today, your improvement has been the greatest. If this continues, then you might reach the next level with the sword even before the 4th Tier."

Orion tilted his head in confusion, "Next tier? What's that?"

"You…" Orion lightly shook his head with a smile, "You really like to keep suspense, huh." _{frёeweɓηovel.coɱ}