Hello everyone! The tournament finally begins. Now fighting scenes aren't necessarily my forte so don't expect too much. Now there will be a lot of new crossover characters being introduced in this story. God of War, Azur lane, FGO and so on. Now the reason I don't put this story under crossover is because I have too many differernt elements from others. I can't include each franchise and you wouldn't be able to find it under the danmachi fanfiction page so screw it. I'm just leaving it as it is.
There are a few things I wanted to point out about the many crossovers I included in this chapter thus the story:
-About the four hoyly swords, I have read that since there are many different interpretations the sword Caliburn sometimes is Excalibur, sometimes its the sword in the rock etc. For this fanfic they are two different swords which I will explain more about in future chapters.
-About the Arthurian legend. I'm aware of how Mordered apparently had an affair with Guinevere as did Lancelot. Now I personally hate betrayal more than anything. Now betrayal and NTR however, are two different things. Betrayal is cool sometimes as it makes for plot, make the chaacter stronger and have satisfying ends and so on. But personally I cannot stand NTR though that is my opinion so I will not have Guinevere cheat. I will take reference to the Geronimo Stilton version and Lancelot won't woo the Queen.
-Modered is a girl in here as I use the FGO model for her.
-Artoria Pendragon is princess not queen because Arthur is there. Also I use the lancer version for character design and model in this story. I don't understand why lancer and saber have different faces but I prefer the lancer one. So while she has both weapons of lancer and saber, face and armour or outfits are that of the lancer version.
-Now this will be a massive harem one of the biggest across my stories so I will pair a lot of crossover characters to Bell. But I want to make sure to clarify the ships that won't include Bell from (main) characters:
Fanatio x Bercouli
Kirito x Asuna x Sinon x Lisbeth x Silica x Ronye
Eugeo x Tiese
Sheyta x Iskhan
Tanjiro x Kanao
Zenitsu x Nezuko
Inosuke x Aoi
Naaza x Miach
Welf x Hephaestus
-Onto the next thing. Some games like God Of War I've never played so besides the obvious parts where lore is adapted to fit the story, do take in consideration that all I know is from videos and fandoms including abilities.
-Initially the plan was to have Eugeo win but after I wrote it I realized that I beat him up too badly to make him win against Astolfo.
As for reviews I am glad to see you are enjoying the chapters!
AnimeFan13579: I honestly didn't know about the weapon if you're referring to the elden ring one.
arata7kasuga:
why didn't he focus the leaders in his initial attack?
Cause he wanted to question them.
shouldn't bell have noticed the girl and the god spying on them?
He did somewhat feel them and Ein noticed when she saw his ears twitching that is why they avoided direct line of sight.
so why can't he have a katana?
No reason, I simply haven't given him one as of now. It was on a whim that I decided the gravestone to become his weapon
Chapter 8 – Tournament Begins
"Thank you Tsubaki."
Tsubaki felt her heart throb at the sight of his loving smile.
"R-Right, before I forget I also have these for you."
She handed him a pair of flyssas made out of the worm well's fangs. While he admired the pieces of work, she frowned slightly. Though happy as a woman that her love was accepted and shaped into a blade that he would carry with him, as a smith she was a little frustrated as she couldn't deliver what she promised. Bell, however, was quick to reassure her.
"I know what you're thinking Tsubaki, but this is the best I could ask for."
"But it's not a katana like you asked, won't it affect your performance?"
"Hehe, of course not. This weapon was forged out of your love for me and it took this shape, then there is no better weapon. Your love is my greatest weapon and I wouldn't trade it for any other sword out there."
While the two of them were having their little moment Astraea turned her attention to the Goddess of the forge.
"Hephaestus are you coming to watch the tournament?"
"Yes, I guess I'll join you three, I'll also bring Tsubaki and Welf here with us, if you don't mind Astraea."
"Not at all."
The four Gods accompanied by their children began making their way to the colosseum owned by Ganesha Familia. Meanwhile Tsubaki who was left with only Bell had turned as red as a tomato hearing that but couldn't help the pride and joy she felt filling her.
As Bell sheathed the large blade and strapped it over his back he was grabbed by the collar and brought in for a kiss by Tsubaki who couldn't hold her feelings in check anymore. Bell briefly returned it before taking her hand and catching up with the rest of the group before they noticed they weren't following.
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The colosseum and the surrounding area was completely crowded with people, it was even worse than Monsterphilia. Luckily with the recognition and status of one of the top Familias, people quickly got out of their way, which made it far easier to navigate the busy streets.
The streets were filled with merchants, street vendors and thousands upon thousands of tourists. The colosseum was filled to the brim with people and a dozen Guild employees were doing their best amongst this chaos to be organized.
When they arrived at the colosseum they were led to the VIP rooms which was provided to any of the Familias who participated or high rank Familias and people like the Loki and Freya Familia or the Kings and Emperors of other countries. Through the Astraea and Takemikazuchi Familia Mia and her staff were also allowed into the room with her.
"Oh there you are phae phae."
"Enough with that nickname Loki."
"Can't help it and you know it. Oh look if it isn't the renard boy."
"It's a p-pleasure meeting you Loki-sama, though I do not believe we've met before."
"True, but you have met some of my members like our local mama, Riveria, and my captain Finn, albeit briefly. It's a pleasure to meet you."
Seeing her hand Bell hesitated which a few people noticed, particularly Alise since she knew the reason. Luckily, before he could shook it the red head was punched on the head.
"Stop being weird Loki and don't you present me as your 'local mama.'"
"Hehe, sorry."
"Mister Katsuki, once again it is a pleasure meeting you."
"Oh likewise."
Bell was then greeted by the executives of the Loki Familia, to the exception of a werewolf who simply said his name and fell silent. Amongst them he took particular notice of Tiona for her bubbly personality and Ais as she kept on staring at his ears and tail. Occasionally his gaze would fall on Loki, a mixture of anger, hesitation and disgust.
"Bell."
He felt Alise's hand on his as she whispered in his ear.
"I know why you're angry, but I also know, that you know this isn't the time."
"I-I know. I know … thank you Alise."
"Always."
The two snuggled together when someone else shouted his name.
"Bell-nii!"
There he also met the imperial family along with the other renard girls he had met a couple of days ago. Amongst them was also a purple haired renard who stared at him suspiciously and an excited Akari who immediately jumped into Bell's arms with a bright smile.
"Hey Akari-chan."
Bell began ruffling her hair, which she very much enjoyed as she leaned into Bell. There he also met her parents, a pair of regal looking renards, who seemed glad that Akari was enjoying her time here and as he would later learn the emperor and empress. As her parents, seeing her wide smile brought them great joy, for which they thanked Bell. Not only for making her happy but also taking care of her despite her being a handful with her cheery attitude.
The other girls then introduced themselves, learning they were named Akagi, Kaga, Amagi and Musashi, who kept on observing with a suspicious look. He once again took notice as each member was just as beautiful as Amaterasu and just as gifted as Shinano, with voluptuous bodies and plentiful chests. Though he quickly shook his head and rid himself of those impure thoughts.
'No bad Bell. Bad, bad Bell. Very bad Bell.'
"Fufufu, like what you see?"
The girl named Akagi swung her hips and approached Bell, who backed away with Akari still in his arms.
"S-Sorry I didn't mean to stare."
"Well, for you I can make an exception, you look like such a cutie."
"Akagi you can't do that!"
Shinano got in the way making the confident renard smirk.
"Ara, could it be you're jealous? We're sisters, surely you can share him a little with us. Or are you planning to hog him all to yourself?"
"A-Akagi! Enough!"
The brown haired renard began giggling, enjoying teasing her far too much.
"If it isn't Shinano-sama and Akagi-sama. I hope you two have had a good day."
The teasing smile and her giggle vanished. Her eye twitched as her expression turned blank the moment she heard the voice. Shinano also felt the frustration build in her who cursed the newly arrived renard.
"This insufferable man."
Luckily coming to her save was Akagi. Her look rapidly turned dark, looking at the noble with disdain. She walked past Bell and Shinano and got in between them and the male renard.
"Murakami I don't have the time for you. I believe your family along with the other nobles were sat down there at the front."
"It is not uncommon for us young people to sit amongst each other to deepen our bonds. Besides it would be boring for you without company."
"Oh don't worry about that. We intend to sit with Amaterasu and her Familia. They recently introduced us to our newly acquainted allies, the Loki, Takemikazuchi and Astraea Familia. Now if you don't have anything of important to say, I'd like to go back to flirting with the cutie over there."
She pointed back at Bell who blushed hearing her call like that. Murakami, however, wasn't deterred from conversing with her.
"I am sure I can provide you with an interesting enough time."
"Somehow I find that hard to believe."
"I don't understand why you are so keen with speaking to that guy over there."
"What do you mean?"
Akagi took a few steps back and with a devious grin she leaned onto Bell, caressing his cheek with her hand.
"Look at how much of a cutie this guy is. His innocent nature, it just makes me want to have my way with him right now."
"Please refrain from being so uncouth."
"Why? You're the one coming onto me yet you don't like how I act? Of course you don't, all you look for in me is beauty and power. You're an insolent disgusting man."
Things became really heated really quick. Despite her position Bell himself was surprised when Akagi went on the full offensive, not scared to slander the noble.
"I'm sorry about my sister."
While Akagi argued, Amagi made her way to Bell as she looked at the two renards fighting.
"She's always had a mischievous yet honest and open personality. I hope you can get used to her."
Kaga soon arrived as well, defending her fellow sister for her behaviour.
"Amagi nee-san, look at that man, it is just natural Akagi acts like that."
Bell however, simply chuckled awkwardly.
"I was surprised by her words, but I think being honest is good. Besides, I am already acquainted with someone who is very much like her so I'm already used to it."
His eyes almost instantly homed in on the pink haired pallum who wore a grin that was almost as sadistic as the one Akagi wore on her face this very moment.
"See even Katsuki-san agrees."
Akagi eventually sent the noble away who grumbled and shot a glare at Bell, whose face was half hidden behind Akari's head. The renard girls returned to chatting among themselves with Akagi letting Bell be, for the moment being.
Seeing as there were still thirty minutes before the competition started, Bell too returned by his Familia's side with Alise, Kaguya and Tsubaki sticking close to Bell and Akari sitting on his laps, but was surprised when someone else approached him.
Feeling their presence he turned around and was met with a girl with long platinum blonde hair flowing down to her waist and bright golden eyes. She was a little shorter than him and had extremely long white goat horns that were angled backwards along a pair of goat ears that bent down wards.
"Pleasure to meet you Bell, I'm Baphomet."
Hearing that his eyes widened and he lightly bowed, handing Akari over to Alise.
"It's a pleasure to meet you Kami-sama."
Alise and the other girls decided to let Bell deal with it and left them alone.
"Hehe, you're so cute, you don't need to be so respectful."
She began patting his head before he took a step back. He realised just now but her outfit was a mix between a knight's armour and a dress. Seeing her face properly made him wonder if every Goddess was a Goddess of beauty because she was no less beautiful than Freya or Astraea.
"How may I help you Baphomet-sama."
"Just call me Meti."
"Eh? Surely I couldn't."
"Come on Bell, no need to be so distant with me."
She suddenly leaned in close and whispered in his ear, her godly gifted chest being dangerously close to his face.
"Zeus told me about you."
His eyes widened when he heard about that.
"Just before you two set out on different paths he sent me a letter about you. I know both about your connection with Zeus and the fact that you have nine tails. But don't worry he told me because he trusted me with this secret and I won't tell anyone unless you want me to. I just wanted you to be aware that I'm your ally."
He didn't know whether or not he could trust her but he knew he'd trust whatever his grampa thought. If he believed her to be trustworthy then so would he.
"If grampa entrusted that secret to you then so will I Bapho-"
Her finger went to his lips to stop him.
"Ah, ah, ah, remember. It's Meti or Meti-chan to you."
Bell blushed by the sudden intimacy but he conceded.
"Alright Meti-sama."
"Nope."
"Meti."
"Better."
And like that she went back to patting his soft hair with a bright smile.
"Right, allow me to introduce you to some of my members."
She led him to her Familia, who were all sat down right next to Astraea Familia. The VIP room was a single room that housed all VIP members after all. While Baphomet led him to her Familia he noticed all the other Familias and their participants but they kept to themselves. When the Baphomet Familia saw the Goddess approach, they all got up and bowed to her.
"Milady."
"Ah perfect timing. Bell meet my level seven captain, Quinella Axiom."
"She's level seven?! It's a pleasure to meet you."
"Hehe, the pleasure is mine Bell."
Quinella was an extremely beautiful woman with long silver purple hair. Her eyelashes and eyebrows were long and her eyes a mysterious colour. He honestly couldn't tell if they were silver, purple or white. She wore a purple and white dress along light armour that protected her vitals.
"Then there's my level seven vice-captain Becouli Rulid."
"Nice to meet you kid."
"Likewise."
The mentioned man definitely stood out to Bell. He had a bulky and muscular build and was a little taller than him, standing at an astounding two meders almost as tall as Ottar. He had short iron gray hair and sky blue eyes. He had a rather thick neck and abnormally broad shoulders. Honestly his forearms were more like a pair of logs.
His posture and smile radiated confidence and a pressure he'd expect from a warrior. The knight wore a blue haori over his bare body, blue pants and simple armour. Greaves that protected his legs, vambraces, a shoulder guard on his left shoulder and a piece of armour that covered his whole main body front and back with a tasset on each side that covered the sides of his waist.
"Now unfortunately I don't have the time to present you the whole of my Integrity knights."
Just as she said that the Guild began announcing the start of the tournament. Soon the participants would have to go down and pick their numbers which would determine who would fight who.
"But I'd like to present you my four most prominent members, including my representative."
Just on cue, four knights walked up to him. They all wore similar armour each one a different colour.
"This is Kirito Kazuto, the last of my level sevens. Eydis Kantaria and Alice Zuberg who are level six and Eugeo Kazuto our level five representative."
Kirito and Eugeo had the same height, slightly shorter than him, and slim yet muscular bodies. While Kirito had short black hair and eyes, Eugeo had short blonde hair and bright blue eyes. While Kirito looked like he was a charismatic, unresponsible and open guy, Eugeo seemed more the serious yet shy and compliant kind of person. However, they both shared a kind heart and a resolute confidence.
The two of them had identical fully plated armours except Kirito's was black with golden highlights while Eugeo's was silver and dark blue. Bell watched with glowing eyes at their armour, as it looked like the classical ones he'd expect a knight in a story to wear. Kirito wielded two black and gold swords while Eugeo had a light blue sword with a blue rose on the handle.
His attention then turned to Eydis and Alice both of whom were just as beautiful as Quinella. Eydis had crimson eyes and long silver hair which she kept in a cone shaped ponytail. The black ribbon she used to tie her hair had two tips pointing up, which made her look like a bunny, for which she was teased a bit. She wore the same armour as Kirito and Eugeo with silver and black colour patterns and a grey cape. Wearing a sleeveless shirt under her armour Eydis' armpits and arms were left bare.
Alice on the other hand had sparkling sky blue eyes and long golden hair. She kept a long bang flowing on each side of her head and a braid large thick braid down her back. She kept the braid tied with a blue bow and wore a white lace around her forehead. Like her fellow knights she wore the full plated armour, golden and blue in colour with the addition of a white skirt. Looking at the two girls, Eydis smiling while Alice kept a serious look he got a strong Alise and Ryuu vibe from them respectively. Alice kept a golden long sword by her side while Eydis wielded a black katana.
Bell couldn't help but be giddy at their sight. They were the images of the knights he idolized so much as a child. They must have noticed his tail wagging excitedly as they couldn't suppress the smiles that bloomed on their faces, including the normally stoic Alice.
"Ladies and gentlemen! My name is Ibri Achaa! I will be today's announcer for this exciting tournament! Now before this event starts, a word from Royman Mardeel!"
As the event was starting Bell excused himself and returned by Takemikazuchi's side as Baphomet and her Familia took their seats. In the meantime the fat elf walked onto the stage, pathetically struggling to get onto the stage before being helped by Ibri.
"Ahem. I would like to thank all participating members and their respective Familias for making this event possible. I hope that the citizens of Orario and its many visitors enjoy this show."
The spectators clapped though clearly unimpressed by Royman as he stepped off allowing Ibri to take over once again.
"Alright people! Are. You. Ready?!"
Just like that the tanned man brought back the ambience in an instant as the crowed was filled with enthusiasm and cheered.
"That's what I want to hear! Our guild employees will now head to the VIP room and have each participant pick a number! The numbers go from one to sixteen! After getting your number, we will have the odd numbers fight against the even numbers for the first round! But before that! Allow me to present each participant! From Orario we have Ganesha, Astraea, Loki, Freya and Takemikazuchi Familia!"
He then turned everyone's attention to the VIP room.
"From my Familia we have our dear captain the Ankusha, Shakti Varma!"
Everyone cheered and clapped for the blue haired girl, popular for leading the police force of Orario.
"From the Astraea Familia we have the Gale Wind, Ryuu Lion!"
Just like Shakti she was amongst the most popular figures for protecting and enforcing justice.
"Then we have everyone's idol! From the Loki Familia, the Sword Princess Ais Wallenstein!"
The cheers grew louder as her name was announced.
"Next we have our first male contestant from Orario! One of four of Freya Familia's Bringar. Alfigg Gulliver!"
The cheers almost completely died down, after all few were fans of the Freya Familia's ruthless behaviour.
"Our final member from Orario is the recent rising star that everyone's been talking about! The man who conquered the heart of the Scarlet Harnel! Bell Yamato Katsuki!"
The cheers immediately picked up again. Unknown to Bell, a fan club was born and rapidly growing as new of his heroic deeds spread through the city. The girls in particular began cheering for him, begging to be wrapped up in his tail, much to his embarrassment.
"Someone's popular."
"Please don't mention that Take."
"Now! Onto our visitors! From the Far East we have the Amaterasu Familia! Please welcome Tanjiro Kamado!"
Ibri introduced each member with his undying liveliness and once he finished the Guild employees entered with a box in their hands. Through the introductions Bell had taken particular interest in the girl named Artoria, the man who looked like a woman called Astolfo and the terrifying looking man called Kratos.
"My name is Eina Tulle a member of the Guild. I would like every participant to come up and pick one piece of paper in the box. Each piece of paper has a number and will dictate who you will fight."
As she finished explaining Alfrigg got up first and picked his number. Everyone else followed suit and took a piece of paper. Revealing their number to the Guild employees, the matches were quickly selected.
"Hey Eina."
Seeing the renard approach her she smiled.
"Hey Bell, participating in the tournament I see."
"Yup."
"Very well, number?"
"Number fourteen."
"Alright … good luck Bell. I am cheering for you."
Bell thanked her before returning to his place.
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"Alright people! Thank you for waiting, I just received word from the Guild, the matches have been decided. Today's first of four battles will be between John Kratos of Eris Familia and Alfrigg Gulliver of Freya Familia! Please welcome them on stage!"
The cheers grew albeit mostly from the Eris Familia as their captain made its way into the arena. Freya only said a few brief words to Alfrigg, of which Bell couldn't hear, but clearly had a strong effect as the pallum's spirit seemed to be set ablaze in that moment. His fellow Familia members, however, were less supportive as they threatened to skewer him if he were to be defeated and shame their Familia.
With a proud march, he made his way down to the arena, standing face to face with Kratos. The foreign man looked terrifying. He was almost as big as Ottar, large beard and bald head. His build wasn't any less muscular than Ottar and the red tattoo on his face made him even more intimidating.
Adding to that, Kratos wore a beautifully ornated silver armour that heavily protected his waist, arms and his entire upper body. On his back he kept an axe, a large golden sword and a pair of blades chained to his gauntlets, while in his hand his ring transformed into a golden spear.
"What a magnificent weapon! As expected of these mighty warriors! Now allow me to explain the rules! It's very simple! This tournament is a fight to determine whose the strongest! Anything is allowed! Dirty tricks! Magic swords! And magic! The fights will continue until either side is unable to continue or they admit defeat! Now! Without out of the way, the tournament officially begins!"
The colosseum cheered and shouted as the two participants readied their weapon and as soon as Ibri, acting as referee along members of the Guild, gave the go, the two charged forwards. With ferocity expected of the Freya Familia the pallum swung his spear at Kratos, but was met with equal brutality from the buff man.
"Woah, that was so cool! And he looks strong."
"Ara, curious little renard?"
He turned around and came face to face with a Goddess clad in violet clothes. Her hair was raven black and tied back in a high ponytail. Her eyes were a dark amber colour but the most noticeable detail was the pair of purple wings sprouting from behind her waist.
"My name is Eris. It's a pleasure to meet you."
"T-the pleasure is mine Kami-sama."
"My, such a cute renard, say Take is there any way for me to have him?"
"No can do Eris. Well, unless Bell decides so."
"Apologies Kami-sama but I am happy with Take."
The woman pouted hearing that but didn't seem displeased.
"Oh well, that's too bad. But going back to my captain. Kratos is also known as the God Slayer."
"God … slayer?"
"Yes. Kratos was once a fearsome and brutal warrior. He was eventually picked up and betrayed by a God and his city and family were destroyed. After that, he lost himself to rage and hatred. He began a journey, indiscriminately killing any God he met. However, soon after he ended up killing a kind God, whose people loved him dearly. Seeing the same grief and hatred he once experienced Kratos saw the error in his ways. Distraught he lost his will to fight until eventually he learnt to forgive himself. He moved away from his ruined homeland and settled far in the north. There he had a son, the boy over there called Atreus."
The Goddess pointed at a ginger haired boy who was leaning on the railing, his eyes full of excitement as they looked at the fight.
"They began travelling after the mother died and eventually made their way to me. I offered him a chance to make up for his sins that were weighing him down. So under my command he sought out and slayed evil Gods. And I mean horribly monstrous beings, like those that joined Evilus. That is why he is here to this day. After all if he indiscriminately killed Gods to this day Orario and other neighbouring countries wouldn't have let him live to this day."
"Such a tragic story."
"That it is. This world is cruel and vicious, it isn't unlike the dungeon so be careful little renard."
"If I may Eris-sama, aren't you a Goddess of discord?"
She looked at him with a raised eyebrow before giggling.
"That I am, but … since descending I have come to greatly love my children. I wouldn't sow discord among them nor among others. Besides this world is full of conflict, plenty to go by."
"I see."
Bell's attention soon returned to the fight. Kratos and Alfrigg looked evenly matched and while the pallum was more skilled with the spear, the human man made up for it with resilience and strength. They appeared evenly matched for the time, with both having taken only few hits. But while Kratos' armour protected him well, it slowed down his already slower body, which was gradually causing him to lose ground.
Kratos jabbed the pallum three times with his spear, but were swiftly dodged. The man's plan however, was to distract him and use his magic to gain the advantage. Casting the quick chant, he clashed his braces together, releasing a golden shockwave that stunned Alfrigg. With his senses impaired, he didn't see the knee that crashed into his stomach before being punched in the face. His small body flew like an arrow, landing several meders away.
From their side of the room, Freya Familia growled and stared at their representative with displeasure. Before Kratos could take a step forwards however, the pallum was back on his feet with rage written over his face as his visor cracked, showing his glaring teeth and his blazing right eye. The bearded man, however, wasn't shook or intimated by the scowl.
He confidently marched forwards while Alfrigg darted towards him. The captain of the Eris Familia deflected the incoming attack before blocking the two following strikes from the pallum. However, anyone could tell that the advantage that Alfrigg had was lost and he was now the one losing.
"Is that all you've got, boy?"
"Do not treat me like a child. I may not look like it but I am twenty nine."
"And I am three hundred fifty seven years old, so to me you're a boy."
Hearing that shocked the audience, but the many Gods present did not detect a lie.
"Three hundred fifty seven years?!"
"That's right. The fate of one who was cursed by a God."
The Freya Familia member, however, wasn't so interested in his age and charged again. With more ferocity and viciousness than before he slashed and thrusted his spear at the massive centenarian man. In the flurry of attacks, one of them caused Kratos' spear to rebound leaving him exposed to a jab from Alfrigg. Before he could land it however, a red aura surrounded the man and with a mighty battle cry a shockwave pushed the pallum back.
"Ah there it is. Spartan rage."
"Spartan rage?"
"Yes it is a skill that makes him many times stronger. Tell me little renard have you heard of the Spartans?"
"Of course! They were incredible warriors but they vanished around three hundred … years ago. Wait!"
"You're finally connecting the dots I see."
"You mean that Kratos is one of those Spartans?"
"That he is. As he said a God cursed him to roam the world forever."
Bell was saddened as he was excited. There were so many new things to experience and even old legends he imagined and admired were fighting in front of him, this was like a dream come true. Knights and warriors from present and past all gathered for the young renard who lived by fairy tales to admire.
"Give up boy."
"Grr! Arrogant bastard!"
Alfrigg glared as Kratos towered over him. Seeing as he was not going to just give up the man retracted the spear back into the ring and instead cracked his knuckles. Making full use of his spartan rage skill he charged at the pallum. Alfrigg thrusted his spear at Kratos, who knocked it out of the way before using his fists to punch the pallum.
Kratos' knuckles smashed against his cheek before a second broke his helmet. Everyone cringed as they heard the metal shattering and the body of the small man fly backwards. The foreign man didn't relent and rushed after him. He threw jab after jab, hitting his chest and stomach.
Alfrigg dodged the first two but felt his bones creak from the two hits that nearly broke his ribs. He tried to retaliate but he was neither strong nor skilled in close combat and the few hits he landed were shook off from the human. Kratos kept aiming for his body before throwing a right hook that hit Alfrigg right in the side of his head.
The eldest of the Gulliver brothers soon found himself on the ground, spitting out blood. As he was once again approached he swung a knife he hid in his vambrace. Without momentum and precision however, the blade bounced off the heavy silver armour. Kratos scoffed at the pathetic attempt and chanting the one line of his spell, he delivered a powerful lightning clad uppercut.
"Thunder strike!"
Alfrigg's body flew into the sky before landing with a heavy impact on the ground. Ibri quickly deemed the motionless body unconscious and concluded the match, announcing the winner of the first round's fight.
"Ladies and gents! It appears that Alfrigg is down! That's match! Please welcome our first winner! John Kratos!"
The colosseum burst into cheers and shouts as members of the Ganesha Familia entered the arena to take the bloodied pallum out on a stretcher. Freya herself and Ottar didn't seem to mind, their expressionless faces looking at the man who disqualified them. The others, however, were less than pleased, particularly when Kratos entered the room.
"I have returned Eris-sama."
"Good job, you have fought wonderfully."
"That was incredible father!"
The boy who looked just as old as Bell ran up to the large man and congratulated him for the victory.
"Peace boy, there are many strong warriors here. Many of them being much more powerful than I am."
Before the boy could say something else, Ibri announced the next match.
"Ladies and gents! Allow me present you the next competitors! Tanjiro Kamado of Amaterasu Familia and Eric Bloodaxe of Balder Familia!"
Bell wished Tanjiro good luck as his Familia all cheered for him. Meeting him on the ring was a large man not unlike Kratos. He wore vambraces and a shoulder guard on his right shoulder. The only other armour he wore were the tassels that protected his hips down to his lower thighs.
His upper body was completely bare for all to see as expected of warrior from the north. He wielded a massive double sided war axe and kept a round black and red shield on his left forearm. His most prominent feature, however, were the pair of large goat horns which made him look like a demon.
Tanjiro on other hand, wore the typical uniform of the Amaterasu Familia along with a chequered haori. As the two stood opposite of each other, Tanjiro unsheathed his simple yet unique black bladed katana. He took his stance and inhaled deeply before his eyes locked onto the man.
"Ready! Start!"
Seeing as they were ready Ibri gave the signal to start. Eric held nothing back as he began the battle by quickly chanting a spell. Seeing the man chant Tanjiro rushed forwards, conjuring the magic around into water which coated his blade.
Having the ability to chant concurrently, the large goat person blocked the attacks from Tanjiro while continuing the chant. However, the water clad blade sent drops of water flying at speeds and pressures that scratched the large man's body.
The man wielding the axe however, wasn't fazed by the light injuries. He swung the axe, each motion being dodged or deflected by Tanjiro as blocking it or taking a hit would be fatal due to the strength of the large warrior.
"Come forth and wreak havoc. Harbinger of Ragnarök."
Putting distance between himself and the Far Eastern boy, he swung his axe. The swipe sent an arc of red energy towards Tanjiro who tried to block it with his blade but was surprised at how it went through his weapon like a ghost. Upon getting hit however, he was sent flying back with blood spewing everywhere. His shirt and skin were shredded from his left shoulder down to his right hip.
"Onii-chan!"
Bell saw the girl, who Amaterasu informed him was Tanjiro's little sister, scream. He watched in awe as the black and red haired boy got up upon spotting the worried Nezuko, despite the deep injury. The Amaterasu Familia looked worriedly as the match was already close to ending. Having gained the edge, the northern man pressed on and aggressively swung his axe Tanjiro.
"Ouch! That looked like it hurt! It seems like our Far Eastern competitor is deep in trouble! And as expected of a barbarian like Eric he viciously pushes his advantage!"
Tanjiro struggled to defend himself from the heavy attacks, his injury taking a heavy toll on his body. The red haired boy mentally cursed himself for such a blunder but refused to be beaten so easily. Using his natural ability, which allowed him to use his sense of smell to predict up to six moves in the future as well as his unique skill, which nullifies all pain, fatigue and any kind of restriction on the body, allowing it to move no matter how tired or injured he was, Tanjiro went on the offensive.
"Ugh?!"
Eric was shocked when not only did Tanjiro perfectly counter all six of his strikes but he suddenly moved without him noticing. It was as if he had erased his presence and blended into the surroundings, allowing him to move undetected, like he had seen hunters do.
That moment of surprise and hesitation however, earned a large gash across his back all the way to his right side. Just like that the two were back to no one having the advantage over the other. The audience watched with bated breath as blood trickled down their bodies.
The two distanced themselves and analysed each other's injured forms. Deciding to end this as soon as possible Tanjiro switched stances. The water burst into a crimson fire as his eyes sharpened. With greater speeds than before, he darted forwards, closing the distance between himself and the large bare chested man.
Eric swung at Tanjiro in an attempt to take him down, but the surprise and the new speed made him react too late. Already inside the range that Eric couldn't hit, the axe crashed into the ground behind him. With a swift motion he slashed up his chest, leaving a searing laceration that burnt like the sun.
Eric fell backwards, knocked unconscious from the attack. His axe clanged as it hit the ground signalling the end of the match. As soon as the man fell so did Tanjiro. He kneeled down on the ground panting and groaning as his skill wore off. All the pain and fatigue that was nullified came back and hit at full force in that instant. All those feelings over the past few minutes were compressed and returned to him at once.
His injuries tore even wider while his vision began blacking out. Healers were quick to arrive and assist the two, as were Nezuko and another member of the Amaterasu Familia, presumably the Familia's local healer.
"Match is over! What a fast yet intense battle! We have witnessed a far more brutal encounter in this match! But Tanjiro Kamado beautifully displayed skill and courage! Turning the tables in an instant and bringing home the victory!"
Bell watched as Amaterasu Familia cheered while the Balder Familia despaired over the agonizing defeat. He certainly hadn't expected the match to go so far, but at the same time both warriors showed extraordinary battle prowess.
What was even more interesting to Bell however, was the breathing technique that Takemikazuchi was teaching him about being displayed by Tanjiro. He also learnt from Meti that her knights could also do something similar which they simply called sword skills. Unlike the Amaterasu Familia, who conjured the mana in the atmosphere into elemental magic, the Integrity Knights, conjured the mind into energy, both which clad the blade and turned it deadlier than before.
Ibri then announced they would take a ten minutes break before the next match. This allowed the audience and participants to get snacks and take care of other needs while the Guild employees informed the announcer of the next match.
"Will Tanjiro be okay?"
Amaterasu nodded, appreciating Bell's worry for her Familia member.
"Don't worry, he is a resilient child. He's been through much worse in the past."
"So, what do you think of the fights so far, Bell?"
Takemikazuchi had just returned from an overdue trip to the bathroom and feeling refreshed, he began questioning Bell. As expected Bell was excited about the matches so far. Not only their battles but each warrior had demonstrated different styles, skills and even magic, well, to the exception of Alfrigg. But he wouldn't mention that since Freya Familia seemed to have been shamed pretty hard by that and the pallum wasn't having a good time with the rest of the executives present either.
"Ugh!"
Bell and the two Gods turned around to see the annoying noble flying over the seats and back to his original sitting place. Looking at the location he had been sent flying from you could see a tall white haired samurai. His arm was extended out and his hand clenched into a fist. The three approached him just as Shinano grasped Bell's arm almost as if seeking for protection.
"Sanemi, what's the matter?"
"Amaterasu-sama, that guy was being annoying."
The way he simply ended the phrase with a straight face, baffled Bell and Takemikazuchi. The renard knew why the nobles were annoying but, was that enough reason to punch someone? Like that guy, probably, though it probably wouldn't just end there. And it certainly didn't when he came back stomping.
"You brute!"
Bell really wondered what kind of position his father had for him to be so brash in front not only the imperial family but also Goddess Amaterasu. Luckily there was a limit to how far he could go before Amaterasu or in this case the emperor took matters into their hands. Akari's father, Akira Oda or as he now learnt from Amaterasu, the current emperor stopped the arrogant man from proceeding on with his ramble.
"Murakami, that is enough. You should be ashamed of your behaviour."
"But your grace! This barbarian just punched me!"
"Users of the breathing styles are no barbarians. You on the other hand, have started to become an eyesore."
The renard looked taken aback from the reaction. Though he also knew that as far as hierarchy goes Goddess Amaterasu was the most powerful and influential being. Below her in the chain was the imperial family and below them were the executives of the Amaterasu Familia. Then you have government officials and finally nobles. The others below nobles were merchants, low rank members of the Familia and peasants.
"W-What about him?"
His eyes glared at Bell, finding someone else to push the blame on, though Bell only tilted his head in confusion, much to his fury. What triggered him even more though was how Shinano was leaning onto him while she held onto his arm.
"I see no problem with Bell-san. Unlike you he not only managed to gain Shinano's favour but Kami Amaterasu's as well. Even out little Akari seems fond of him. You, however, don't seem to be well liked by them, Akari in particular seems to be diffident of you. As I've seen over the years, Akari has been great at judging people, despite her young age."
Bell, technically being a foreign person, ranks even lower. Yet as he was favoured by Amaterasu and other powerful people like the emperor and the various executives of the Familia, he was granted an honorary rank equivalent to that of the Familia's executives. Which Murakami obviously wasn't elated about.
"I understand that but even if he is a renard he is a foreigner. We cannot trust him. With more time perhaps we can better judge what kind of person he is."
"Murakami, you are overstepping your boundaries. I heard very clearly from Amaterasu and Akari as to what kind of person Bell is. Not only that but he seems to be well acquainted with Astraea and Baphomet Familia both who pursue to maintain justice. I find it hard to believe that he is anything if not honourable and honest."
"Sur-"
"Everyone! Thank you for waiting! I will shortly announce the next match!"
Seeing as his time was up, with a low growl he bowed to the emperor and retreated. Humiliated and rejected there was no doubt that he was seething in rage, jealousy and hatred. Though Bell loathed those kind of people he did feel bad for the brown haired renard.
"The next match will be between Eugeo Kazuto of Baphomet Familia and Astolfo Alvord of Adon Familia!"
Seeing as the matches were resuming everyone returned to their seats with Baphomet sitting next to Bell right after sending off her child.
"All okay? I think right about everyone heard what happened."
"Ah Baph- Meti, I'm sure it'll be fine."
"If you say so."
Their gazes then returned to the arena where both participants entered. Eugeo marched forwards to the centre and was surprisingly met with a woman. Like him she wore a sparkly armour. Forearms, chest and hips were protected by layers of metal while leaving the stomach exposed for flexibility. While the long white cape gave it the look of a knight.
She had a black shirt and black tights that hooked to her underwear hidden below the armoured skirt. The feminine look and the cheery attitude convincing everyone she was a woman, along her long braided pink hair. Seeing her Tiona and Loki shouted in glee, glad to find a fellow flat chested girl.
"I thought you were a man, apologies about that."
Astolfo was grabbing the hilt of her golden and silver blade when Eugeo spoke.
"Huh?"
The pink haired girl looked at the blue eyed knight before her and tilted her head in confusion.
"But I am a man."
The arena fell quiet as the woman now once again man dropped the news to Eugeo and the rest of the audience. Eugeo looked shocked hearing that and tried to process the information as he was floored, just like everyone else.
"He's a man?!"
"Noooo!"
Tiona and Loki despaired at the fact as they were once again alone in the flat chest department. Astolfo on the other hand, he burst out laughing. Whether or not it was the first time, he found it hilarious and had the time of his life every time it happened.
"Sorry Loki but me child is no woman. Honestly I lost count of how many times he was mistaken for a girl."
"Damn you Adon! You owe me for this!"
"Hell no, it's your fault for being such a massive perv. If it wasn't for the fact that you're a woman you'd have a reputation no worse than Zeus! Also only reason why you get away with groping other women."
"Heh, you're just jealous you can't have your way with women like I do."
"Shut up!"
The two Gods began bickering before Riveria broke it up with smack behind the Goddess' head.
"Enough Loki and you can't just grope anyone you feel like it."
"Heh, you're right, compared to the white haired renard over there I don't have quite the skill. I bet even mama wouldn't mind letting him have a feel or two of your body eh? I be-"
Loki never finished the sentence as her body was flung sent flying against the wall behind. Riveria's punch arrived in an instant when her mind registered what she was trying to hint.
"You irredeemable Goddess!"
"Heh, serves you right Loki!"
Bell in the meantime was trying to ignore what the red haired Goddess said but his imagination let him have a glimpse of him groping Riveria, to which he blushed and furiously shook his head. Alise, Kaguya and Tsubaki smirked seeing this and leaned in on him, which Baphomet noticed. She was sure that if Zeus saw him now, he'd be prouder than ever before.
"Is our bad little fox having some naughty fantasies?"
"Alise please."
"Hehe, to think the three of us aren't enough."
"Tsubaki?"
"We were planning on getting Ryuu in on this as well, but you're aiming for Riveria? That is quite the ambitious goal."
"Kaguya~ Stop."
The three all smothered the renard enjoying how adorable he looked right now. Ryuu and Baphomet sat around looking and pouting, wishing they could snuggle against his warm and strong body as well as his soft and fluffy tails. This world was truly cruel and full of injustice. Astraea too looked with jealousy before realizing what she was feeling and turning bright red.
'Alise you're rubbing off on me too much!'
As Alise pecked Bell on the cheek, many of the Amaterasu Familia noticed how Shinano pouted. Chuckles and giggles made the blue eyed renard blush as she realized everyone was staring at her with smug smiles and knowing eyes. Luckily Ibri drew everyone's attention back to the arena sparing her from any more embarrassment.
"W-Well … that was quite the shocker! But let us not delay any longer! They are on the stage to fight after all!"
Astolfo and Eugeo nodded and readied their swords signalling they were ready.
"Looks like our competitors are ready! So let this match … begin!"
"Let me show you what a paladin can do!"
Astolfo charged forwards with surprising speed, making Eugeo go on the defensive. He blocked and parried studying the aggressive style that the pink haired man used. Eugeo began counterattacking as the two weaved around each other, slashing and thrusting but neither could gain the advantage.
Astolfo then sent Eugeo skidding back with a heavy attack following it up with a twirl. He guided his blade for a horizontal slash, which was deflected. Eugeo countered by slicing diagonally, but the pink haired paladin dodged it with ease. For minutes they fought, trading blows across the entire arena though none got a hit in.
"Hehe, not bad. But we're just getting started!"
Astolfo grinned as he stood opposite of Eugeo. The paladin sheathed his sword before extending his hand to the sky and cast a single phrase chant. A golden glow enveloped his hand before a giant white and golden lance materialized. Seeing as things were getting serious and that the warm up was over Eugeo shoed the ability that all Baphomet Familia members mastered.
Like Tanjiro had the mana gathered around his blade but instead of turning into an element it got converted into energy. Coating his blade in an azure light Eugeo and Astolfo swung again. Each hit was faster and heavier. Sparks flew as their weapons clashed with Eugeo casting his short chant ice magic in the form of five white arrows.
Seeing them arrive, Astolfo immediately jumped back to put some distance between them. The first three were dodged while the last two were blocked by the lance. Not wasting time he closed the distance and thrusted the long lance into Eugeo, who had little time to react and barely dodged it. The tip of the lance still managed to scrape against his shoulder guard, leaving a deep scratch on the armour.
The blonde knight stumbled back holding his shoulder. Though it hadn't penetrated, the force behind the strike made his joint ache. Astolfo took the opportunity presented to him and dashed forwards with a flurry of vicious strikes. Left and right, he pressed on with a combination of thrusts and slashes, which pushed the blue armoured knight back.
"Ghh!"
Step by step he was pushed closer and closer to the wall of the arena. Using every skill he knew he tried desperately to push Astolfo back but the man tanked and blocked making it impossible. Frustrated Eugeo resorted to one of his trump cards.
"System call. Bloom forth blue rose of the north. Enhance armament!"
The moment he heard the first two words, Astolfo jumped back with the strength of a level five, placing four or five meders between them in an instant.
"Let this horn resound on the battlefield as I play a tune of death. La black luna!"
Eugeo impaled the ground as a giant blue magic circle expanded from the tip of his sword. A cloud of frost shot outwards freezing everything. Reflecting his nature the spell was to trap not to kill. Astolfo's magic spell came just a little later. A giant horn materialized and the moment he blew into it, its deep and thundering sound swept the battlefield. When the two spells clashed Eugeo was shocked as the sound wave completely nullified the cloud of frost.
"What?! Ahh!"
When the wave reached him he felt his soul shake. A unexplainable pain racked his body while also feeling a fear that made him want to run. Being outside the range of the horn, the audience was only affected with the intense fear but luckily no pain. Eugeo fell to his knees as he lost control of his body.
"How do you like my song? Haha, truly terrific isn't it?!"
"Kuh!"
Eugeo struggled as he looked at the relatively unharmed paladin.
"Time to end this!"
Hearing the declaration he got up and prepared his last trump card. Having witnessed how easily he was overpowered he grew wary, but refused to give up.
"The time is right. There is no moon. Fear may make my body tremble, but I'll never back down! Be released my noble phantom. Casseur de Logistille!"
From Astolfo's hands a book materialized just like his spear. The pages glowed golden as they shot out and into the sky forming a circle. Meeting Astolfo's gaze Eugeo stood up before raising his sword.
"System call. Memories of a forgotten time bloom, like ice they encase you, like frost they spread until all is frozen. Release recollection!"
Hundreds of tendrils shot out of his sword and aimed to take down Astolfo just as his own spell fired. The golden circle flared like the sun before it fired a beam of energy that clash with the tendrils of ice. The shockwave from the two spells impacting cracked the ground, the force only increasing as they both put everything they had into the final attack.
""HAAAAAAA!""
The two struggled but with the nature of Astolfo's spell and the fact that Eugeo was injured and exhausted, the balance began to shift. The tendrils were pushed back before the blue armoured knight too spent was completely overpowered by the rainbow ray. The tendrils were swept away and the beam hit Eugeo exploding on impact.
"Ahhh!"
The entire arena shook from the explosion. A cloud of dust rose into the sky as the spell ended. With bated breaths the audience waited to see the results. Astolfo stood at the edge waiting for the dust to clear and when it did the silhouette of Eugeo's kneeled form came to light. He was heavily bleeding, his armour torn as his entire left chest and shoulder were not exposed. Blood trickled down his forehead dropping onto the ground.
He shakily got up and with a last burst of strength he dashed forward to attack Astolfo hoping to catch him by surprise. The attack, however, was slow and sloppy. The pink haired paladin easily deflected before slicing upwards, flinging the knight over him and down to the ground. As the lance's point now rested before Eugeo's neck the match came to an end.
"That's the end! Eugeo is down! Astolfo of Adon Familia wins!"
The cheers and whistles drowned the arena. Astolfo raised his hand as everyone cheered for him. His smile ever present as he waved at the people watching him. Eugeo looked up and saw Baphomet smiling yet despite that he couldn't help but feel down, more so when a certain blonde knight with golden armour was neither worried nor giving him a comforting smile, she looked expressionless as a matter of fact.
"Hey."
Eugeo looked up to see Astolfo offering his hand. With a smile he took his hand and got up, though his head and shoulder ached.
"It was a great fight."
"Thank you."
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"I'm sorry everyone."
When Eugeo returned he immediately apologized though Kirito and Bercouli were quick to pat him on the back. The others also encouraged and cheered for him much different compared to Alfrigg and the Freya Familia. Bell however, noticed how his eyes looked at Alice before looking down.
"Hehe, you see Bell, little Eugeo has a thing for Alice."
Hearing Baphomet reveal his secret to the renard made him burst into a blush as he rushed to deny that.
"W-What?! That is not true! Baphomet-sama please don't go saying things like that!"
"But is it? Say Bell do you have any words of advice? You seem pretty popular among the ladies, already have three girlfriends I can see. I know someone would be very proud."
Bell blushed as the Goddess' eyes travelled to Alise, Tsubaki and Kaguya, but noticed that despite rejecting the idea that he likes Alice, Eugeo seemed very invested in the advice.
"W-Well, I don't really know. After all, Alise was the one who asked me out, I simply agreed. All I can say is that you have to act true to yourself but also show them the sides that you seldom show or never show to anyone else. Finding common hobbies and sharing secrets would help build a better understanding and connection. Though I'm sure asking Alise would be better."
"Thank you Bell. Heard that Eugeo, perhaps you can try that on Alice."
"T-that is not why I was i-interested."
The Goddess kept on staring with a smug smile clearly not buying the excuse.
"Sure. But be careful if you don't hurry someone else is going to sweep her off her feet. After all she is a young beauty with an honourable personality. Or she may take an interest in someone else. Though she may not look like it, while she is pretty shy, she is equally into romance. She might fall for a guy she takes a fancy to and end up going out with him."
Bell could see it in the eyes of the knight that the image alone broke his heart. Luckily before more could be said Ibri once again drew their attention to himself.
"What an exhilarating fight! Both knights performed spectacularly! But it is now time for the last match of the day! Welcome Beowulf Ganar the viking captain of the Tyr Familia! Facing him will be the renowned princess of Britannia and sister of Great Warrior King Arthur! Welcome Artoria Pendragon of the Themis Familia!"
Side by side the two competitors walked onto the stage. On one side there was a tall muscular blonde man with red eyes. The body was like Eric though with a more lean type of body. Giant scars covered his bare chest displaying his years of experience and his status as a warrior. He walked proudly with two very different swords in hand. No armour other than the golden wrist bands, connected together by a long chain. He wore simple dark grey pants and no shoes.
Artoria on other hand wore a blue outfit that left her upper thighs exposed at the front and did nothing to hide her large boobs, instead showing off a generous amount of cleavage, but not too much, certainly not as much as most amazons did. Around her she wore a red mantle with a white fur wrapping around her shoulders and back. Long braided golden hair and vibrant green eyes that held no emotion as she marched forwards. The crown on her head showed off her status as a royal person. What caught Bell's attention, however, was the sword by her side.
"Wow! That's Excalibur! A holy sword forged by the ancient Great Spirits!"
With that sentence he once again caught the attention, this time from the Familia to whom Artoria belonged to.
"Interested?"
The handsome blonde man, no older the thirty, presented himself as Arthur Pendragon shocking Bell while the adjacent people giggled at Bell's reaction. Following him were five more people: Themis the God, Mordred a knight who was extremely loyal to Artoria, Guinevere the wife of Arthur, Merlin one of the greatest mages of all times along with Riveria and Morgana, and Lancelot the best knight of Arthur's order of knights.
While the two participants got ready to start the match Bell animatedly engaged in a conversation with the King. He talked about Excalibur and Caliburn, which Arthur showed him much to the renard's glee and then talked about the other two holy swords. Arthur revealed that Durandal was in the hands of the Adon Familia while Ascalon had been lost long ago during a war.
"I never imagined I'd see the holy swords!"
What Bell didn't tell the others, however, was the thick flow of magic coating Artoria's and Arthur's weapons. He just recently noticed but he had begun seeing things which he couldn't see before. That thing that he now saw was magic. It's flow, it's presence and the forms it took. Things which others couldn't see. He'd have to ask Shinano about this later.
"Sometimes it's hard to remember that you're only fourteen. Other times it's hard to forget."
Hearing Alise speak shocked those who weren't aware of Bell's age and their awe for Bell's achievements grew even more. Arthur in particular took interest in the matter albeit for a different reason.
'To think he's fourteen. Almost the same age as my little sister. Hmm, yes. A perfect candidate.'
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"Hey, how about we make a bet?"
Artoria's expression didn't change though her eyebrow quirked, showing she was listening.
"If you win I'll do anything you want me for a week. But if I win … I want you to spend night with me."
Artoria was unmoved by the request and though she was irritated, reacting even faster than her was her brother. The man cared not for his dignity and threw insults at Beowulf and his Familia. The God of the viking hid his face not daring to meet the eyes of neither Arthur nor Themis, but what truly terrified was the glare of Bell, who was revolted by such an act. Upon noticing Arthur, Themis and Artoria herself were surprised by the reaction of the renard.
'Why does he seem so upset? Why care for someone he doesn't know? Yet why does my heart flutter? Why does such simple worry and care move my soul so much?'
As a girl whose brother and God were the only to ever worry about her, she had become desensitized to the concept of self-love. Other than the bare necessity out of a desire to reassure her brother and God she cared little for herself.
No one in this world had ever showed such care until she laid her eyes on the renard who glared a hole into the man before her. Such a simple act touched her unlike anything ever before. Without realizing it a small smile grew on her face when she faced the renard.
The renard had caught her attention with how unusual he was. Searching her mind for what she remembered of the conversations she overheard from the renard, she did recall that his name was Bell. And he had multiple girlfriends.
'A polygamy, huh?'
"Are all vikings as vile as you? Do you think about women and sex all the time?"
Her gaze sharpened as her attention returned to the warrior in front of her.
"Haha, well when I have a beauty like you I can't help but take the risk. I'm sure there are plenty of people who'd lie to get a taste of you. If I could have you for a night I'd be satisfied."
"Haa, you are disgusting. Well either way I have no interest in you or humouring your little desire. You are not worthy of my body."
"Oh well that's too bad."
"Enough wasting time. For your unsightly behaviour I will finish you in an instant."
"Heh, let's see if you can manage to back up your words!"
Artoria unsheathed Excalibur and pointed it at the man with the intent of skinning him alive.
"W-Well that was quite an opening … but they are ready now! Let the match begin!"
'I'll end this in three moves.'
Artoria closed the distance with speed that rivalled level sixes and brought the sword down. Beowulf looked shocked but managed to react at the last possible moment and blocked the attack. The strength of the woman easily overpowered him on contact sending him down to his knees in an instant.
'One.'
'What the hell is with this woman?!'
"Heh … y-you're making me … want you even … more."
"Keep dreaming."
With her usual stoic expression and no visual struggle as her hands didn't shake, she punched him in the gut. Blood spewed out of his mouth as the merciless princess sent him flying back.
'Two.'
"Gah!"
'Now time to end it.'
"Shine light of justice, sweep away them sinners. Smite them with the judgement of the heavens. Aequitas progenies!"
Her sword glowed with a golden aura that upon being pointed at Beowulf, it shot out like a beam.
'Three.'
The beam arrived before the viking could even scream out. There was no pain as the power completely overpowered him. By the end of the spell Beowulf's body was burnt badly, causing Ibri to call an immediate end to the match so that the Ganesha Familia could enter and take care of the man.
"Over! T-that's the end! What a merciless and powerful series of attacks! In just three moves she finished the match! Let me hear the cheers for Artoria Pendragon!"
Cheers erupted throughout the colosseum of which Artoria had no interest as she immediately left the arena.
"With that our first day concludes! Tomorrow we will hold the remaining four matches of the first round! I hope to see everyone joining me tomorrow for even more exciting battles!"
~To Be Continued
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