I Became the Golden Sun That Steals the Academy’s Aircraft

73. Teacher and Disciple

In Tactical Combat, there were several items that users called human rights equipment. Although human rights equipment was not an essential item that had to be fitted at all costs, it was recommended equipment to be fitted at all costs for newbies taking the non-academy route.

First of all, if you take the non-academy route, you will not receive normal support from the main character Ian’s family, that is, the Linebarrel family. Entering the non-academy route meant running away before entering Demeia Academy, which meant not taking the blue blood certification.

In the Infractus Empire, proof of blue blood was the minimum condition for being recognized as a noble, so it actually meant severing ties with the Linebarrel family. Since he ran away after dishonoring his family, he naturally receives no support, and ends up playing the game penniless and without a single thing.

These old players could have laughed off this penalty since they had already played the game in all sorts of strange ways, but for newbies who had just started playing the game, it was a different story. To put it mildly, there was a saying that you had to pass the beginning of the non-academy route to be considered a beginner.

However, all games were easier to conquer, and the result was the human rights equipment farming route. An optimal route guide has been released so that you can farm valuable equipment to make money or live a mercenary life with a sword with good abilities.

The place where Gilbert took Brianna was also the place where the first item obtained from the human rights equipment farming route was located. I started the human rights equipment farming route by coming here right after running away from the academy entrance ceremony, and since I had time left, I tried to farm human rights equipment.

Of course, I didn’t know if it would exist in reality, but since I had time left, I decided to go check it out. If there was human rights equipment, plans could be made to acquire the equipment through other routes in the future.

As I walked down a familiar alley, I found a weapon shop with few people around. The old and unmaintained signboard had only a single sword drawn on it.

“Is this the destination?”

“That’s right.”

“I see…”

Gilbert tilted his head slightly, looking at Brianna, whose expression slightly hardened.

Why are you acting like that all of a sudden?

As soon as he arrived in front of the Bri Anga weapon shop, which didn’t show any special signs before arriving here, he seemed a little upset. It was a very slight change in expression, but when she thought about Brianna’s personality, she felt like there was something she didn’t like about her.

“Is there something you don’t like?”

“No, that’s not it. Let’s go in.”

It didn’t seem like it was wrong, but he didn’t seem to say anything, so he opened the door and entered the weapon shop.

Contrary to the exterior, the inside of the weapon shop was quite clean and organized. I was impressed by the neat appearance, as if it would not tolerate even a speck of dust.

However, one strange thing is that all the weapons on display inside were limited to swords. There were many different types of swords, from arming swords that were easy to find to large swords that were questionable as to whether they could be wielded.

Brianna, a born swordsman, sparkled her eyes as she looked at the swords on display.

“The quality is good. The price is very cheap compared to the quality.”

“I can confidently say that it is difficult to find a better place than here.”

“You somehow knew about this place.”

Brianna pulled out the sword on display and lightly swung it in the air a few times. Her center of gravity was exquisitely balanced, so there was nothing awkward about swinging her. She felt like she finally had a good sword.

“Long time no see customer?! Welcome!”

Just as Brianna was commenting on her sword, a rather tall woman hurriedly came out from inside her and bowed to Gilbert and Brianna. She must have been working on something inside her, and the bridge of the woman’s nose and her cheeks were covered in charcoal black.

She straightened her scarlet hair, which was now wet with her sweat and clinging to her forehead, and with a twinkle in her eye she put her hammer in her hand into the holder of her leather apron.

“Hello! This is Ensis, a sword-only weapon shop that only sells swords! I am Gwendolyn, the owner and swordsman of this place!”

Clearing her throat a few times, Gwendolyn spread her hands out in front of her and briefly introduced herself. She thought that the long-awaited guests might just leave, so she greeted them first.

“Is there a sword you’re looking for? Whatever it is, it’s all here!”

Her guests who came to visit after a long time just looked at her blankly for some reason and did not react in any way. She felt uneasy about him and she spoke brighter than usual, but her reaction was still the same.

Gwendolyn, who was feeling embarrassed, was finally able to take a detailed look at the customers who visited the weapon shop.

She was a couple guest consisting of a man and a woman, and their visuals were unusual.

First of all, the man had a very rough-looking style when looking at his appearance. The large size, bronze skin, and golden piercings jingling in his ears made that feeling even more prominent.

But his face reversed that negative image. She was one of the most handsome people she had ever seen, but her appearance made her look decadent, making her look like an alley gangster. He certainly seems like a bad guy, but he has the looks to make you fall for him even if you know him.

On the other hand, it was the opposite for women. Her long red hair and blue eyes looked cool and thorough, and the way she stood and the level of muscle development visible even through her clothes indicated that she was a swordsman who wielded a sword.

Gwendolyn, a high-level swordsman, could immediately tell that he had been training with the sword for a long time.

This is not the time.

Gwendolyn shook her head as she thoughtlessly analyzed her guests.

A person using a sword came to her weapon shop, which had not had any customers for a while, so she had to sell the sword somehow. If she misses the customer again this time, the operating funds of the weapon shop will be at risk, so she desperately begins to put on a brighter appearance.

“What kind of sword are you looking for?! If you are looking for an arming sword, how about this sword? It is a sword with special attention to the grip area and is made with sellamander leather to enhance the grip. If not, are you looking for a long sword? If so, check out this sword. Look!”

Gilbert couldn’t help but smile inwardly, looking at Gwendolyn, who looked the same as in her game.

The early days of her growing up to become one of the leading swordsmen in Tactical Combat were extremely immature. Even now, she has the skills to forge swords that are second to none, but she has no talent for business, so she is always struggling with financial difficulties.

That’s right, the current era is not the era of cold weapons used by humans, but the era of Tsushima weapons, mainly composed of giant gods. Places that only handle cold weapons for human use have already begun to decline, and places that specialize in handling equipment for giant warriors have begun to appear.

Naturally, the only cold weapons used by humans remained in those operated by swordsmen, and small weapon shops were gradually struggling with financial difficulties and closing down.

Gwendolyn’s current situation was also suffering from financial difficulties as her customers did not come to visit her. She had not yet become a swordsman who scolded the continent, so there were few people who found her untested weapon shop.

She also improved her s*x and because she only dealt with swords, she had no choice but to have fewer customers.

However, even though she will become a world-class swordsman in the future, the sword she made now boasts a quality that is difficult to find in most places.

The parasol sword that Brianna swung casually just a moment ago was at a level that could only be found in the premium line anywhere else.

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Did you say it was Nangjungjichu?

It was thanks to a mercenary who happened to stop by here some time later that she became famous in the empire. As word of mouth spread that high-quality swords were being sold at a bargain price, Gwendolyn, a famous swordsman on the continent, was eventually born.

After that, Gwendolyn’s story was that she sold her equipment to the mercenary who was the first to recognize her sword at a price that was almost free, and then they fell in love and ended up getting married.

And targeting that point was the first step in the human rights equipment farming route. A user takes the place of a mercenary who happened to come here. Her basic goal was to obtain her initial capital by providing her with a steady supply of equipment or helping her run her weapon shop.

In addition, she was a heroine with an open romantic path, and her achievements also existed. Because she was able to work on achievements while doing the human rights farming route, it was a route that even old people, even if they were not newbies, often used to work on romance achievements.

Recalling that Gilbert had also come here to write about her achievements, she held the long sword she had taken out in her hand. Gilbert, who swung his sword in the air like Brianna did earlier, was able to immediately recognize that this sword was the core sword of Gwendolyn’s route.

“You have excellent eyes! That longsword is a sword made using black iron produced in Lithuania! It is lighter than regular iron, but its hardness is harder, so you will be satisfied when using it!”

“It’s a good sword.”

A sword made of black iron produced in the Lithuanian territory ruled by the Hart family. In the game description, it was a sword with a simple name, Gwendolyn’s Black Iron Sword, but in reality, it was an item that could be used even in the mid to late game.

If she had become a great swordsman, it would have been a sword of enormous value, but now that she was suffering from financial difficulties, it was a sword that could be purchased at a very cheap price.

“Master, would you like to hear it too?”

“I will not decline.”

When she passed her sword to Brianna, even she, who rarely had emotional changes, widened her eyes slightly. Her level was no longer at a level where she could use a sword, but as a swordsman, it was not strange for her to want a good sword.

“It’s very light. The magic conduction is also excellent.”

Before she knew it, she had pushed into her blue magic power and was impressed by her surprisingly fast magic power transfer. She was convinced that it was the best sword she had ever seen.

“Hmph! Cow, customer!”

“Ah, I’m sorry. It’s been a while since I saw a good sword, so I guess I got a little excited. Let me apologize.”

“Well, that’s not it…”

As much as Gwendolyn was serious about the sword, she was also very interested in her swordsmen. In the end, her theory was that a sword is most beautiful when it is in the hands of a swordsman.

And at first glance, the state of Brianna that I had just seen was not unusual.

What if she uses her own sword?

Gulp.

Gwendolyn’s eyes sparkled more than before.

“Phew! What do you think, sir? Are you purchasing a black iron sword?!”

“It’s a good sword, but it’s not mine…”

“Let me buy it.”

It’s a good sword, but she doesn’t think she needs to buy it. When Brianna shook her head, Gilbert intervened.

The reason I came here was because of this black iron sword. There was no need to neglect such good equipment, and above all else, the goal was to build a friendship with Gwendolyn.

“Huh! Customer? Ha, but.”

“Is there any problem?”

Gilbert looked at Gwendolyn’s hesitation and infused golden magic into the sword given to her by Brianna. Just like Brianna, her overflowing magic was released in full force.

Gwendolyn’s eyes, which had been hesitant a moment ago, began to sparkle again. It meant that Gilbert was a prosecutor who passed her benchmark.

“Not at all! Nothing!”

“Then I will purchase this sword. How much is it?”

“Ah! The price… 10 Gold…?”

Gilbert caught her attention and clicked her tongue at the amount she was talking about. Gwendolyn flinched at the sound and timidly took out her five gold coins.

Although he had outstanding talent as a swordsman, he was a complete failure when it came to business. The mercenary who became her lover in the game also felt sorry for her and said that she got hit in the eye while taking care of various things for her, and it seemed to be true.

“If it’s too expensive, you can get a discount…!”

“That’s not true, it’s because I feel like I’m getting it for too cheap a price.”

“But 10 gold is quite a lot of money.”

“It’s not wrong, but black iron must be quite difficult to obtain, right?”

“Ah! Luckily, I knew someone in Lithuania, so I was able to get it! I got it at a cheaper price than the normal price.”

Seeing her smiling brightly also made her feel a little dizzy. After sighing, Gilbert put the black iron sword in its sheath and placed it on the counter.

“There is no need to talk about such things. Moreover, my father has received orders from the imperial family to reduce the supply of black iron, so the price of this black iron sword will be more than that.”

“Is that so? The customer’s father has been reducing the supply of black iron…Huh? Father?!”

Gwendolyn’s eyes widened. Seeing her emerald eyes shaking mercilessly, she seemed to have figured out Gilbert’s identity.

“I was rude! Gwendolyn Ensis hereby apologize!”

“She doesn’t have to do that.”

“No! I really didn’t know that I would meet Mr. Gilbert, who is said to have fought off dozens of giant god soldiers single-handedly.”

“Do you know me?”

“There’s been a lot of buzz these days talking about Gilbert. So, is there anyone who came with you…?”

“That’s right. He’s my teacher.”

“Hmph! Sword Saint!”

Gwendolyn’s eyes filled with admiration. If she had one dream, it would be to have her sword wielded by a great swordsman. In the meantime, she couldn’t help but be moved when Brianna, a renowned swordsman, and her previous student came to visit her.

“I don’t think I will have any time left even if I die now.”

“It is a loss to the empire. The imperial family would not want a great swordsman like you to disappear.”

Gwendolyn felt like she was flying in the sky as she listened to Brianna’s words as she watched in silence.

She was praised by Brianna, who was said to be the first sword of the empire. Her fists clenched and she burst into laughter.

“Thank you! We will continue to work hard!”

“I know you will work hard from now on, but I want to continue talking about the Black Iron Sword.”

“Oh! I’m sorry. It was a dream to meet Brianna…”

Gwendolyn, taken aback by Gilbert’s words, tried to bow down. Gilbert, who was familiar with the sight of her in the game, raised one hand to stop her as if it was okay.

“It’s okay. If we talk about the black iron sword again, 10 gold is too cheap.”

“Is that so… I thought it was appropriate.”

“Not at all considering the value of the black iron. Besides, the quality of the sword is such that it satisfies the Master, so I would have to pay three times that price.”

In fact, 30 gold was not a cheap price, but it was the minimum price set considering the price of black iron and the quality of the sword, which was controlling the supply.

Considering that the price of a high-quality long sword is generally 10 gold, it is not unreasonably expensive.

Even if this sword was given away right now, there was a high possibility that it would sell for more than 30 gold.

“That much?”

“This is the minimum amount. You need to value the sword you made more highly.”

“Thank you for your high evaluation.”

Gwendolyn’s eyes sparkled more than ever. She seemed to be thinking that she could end her financial crisis with the 30 gold she earned this time.

“In that sense, let me suggest something.”

“Say anything!”

Unlike when I first saw him, his voice seemed full of power. After all, a person had to have full pockets to be confident.

Gilbert decided he had a good time, and began work on taking the human rights equipment farming route.

“I want to make a contract with you. The contract involves supplying swords on a regular basis.”

“If you say regularly… Do you mean Demeia Academy?”

“No, even if it were me, I don’t have that kind of authority. The place I was talking about is the Earl of Heart.”

It’s a different proposition from when I took the non-academy route, but originally, stagnant people had a way of worrying about any given situation.

If you get her help to prepare for the next main scenario, there are two things you can achieve.

Supply of high quality swords and regular delivery of the swords of future great swordsmen.

These two things alone were enormous benefits.

At this point, I realize that it is reality every time.

It was a difficult method to do when taking the academy route in the game, but it was a possible method for the current Gilbert. In the game, there was no freedom of action when entering the academy route, but that was not the case even now.

There was just one thing to worry about. Even though he was the eldest son of the Earl of Hart, he put the family’s name on this contract. Although the family’s honor has been raised in recent years, the question was whether his father, the Count of Lithuania, would overlook this.

I couldn’t help but be concerned because I didn’t know what kind of backlash the retainers who remembered my days as a bastard would react to.

If I can’t decide, should I ask Dorothy?

She thought of her own sister, who returned to the Lithuanian estate with Glinda not long ago.

After this incident, Dorothy began to approach me warmly, unlike before, perhaps because her uncomfortable relationship had made some progress. Although he was a little different from the way he appeared to Glinda, he was a huge improvement compared to the attitude he had shown before.

If you explain her valid reasons, there is a high possibility that she will agree and help you.

“The contract stipulates that swords be delivered to the Hart family on a regular basis. If the quality can be guaranteed, I will also talk to my father about the black iron.”

“If that’s the case, you’re welcome!”

As securing stable funds to operate the weapon shop approached, Gwendolyn began to look at Gilbert as if she were her savior.

Gilbert, realizing that he had made a good impression, first placed 30 gold coins on the counter to pay for the black iron sword.

Gwendolyn’s eyes automatically turned to the gold coins.

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“We’ll talk about the details later.”

“Okay. I’m looking forward to it.”

Gwendolyn smiled brightly as she handed over the gold coins.

She had heard that the black iron sword was of high value, so she seemed satisfied with this, even though she could have received more if she had been greedy.

Is it nature?

Gilbert shook his head inwardly and approached Brianna with a black iron sword.

“Isn’t it almost time to make a reservation?”

“That’s right. Have you done everything?”

“For now, yes.”

“Okay, then let’s go.”

As Brianna went straight outside, Gilbert followed her. It was a strange reaction, as if he was still not in a good mood.

“Brianna and Gilbert! Thank you! Come again next time!”

After a bright greeting from Gwendolyn, the two walked out of the weapon shop.

“Master.”

“What’s going on?”

As soon as she got outside, Gilbert stopped Brianna, who was about to go to the reserved place. She didn’t know what was making her feel bad, but she hadn’t come here just to meet Gwendolyn.

He pretended to hold out the black iron sword he had purchased a moment ago to Brianna, who was looking at her blankly.

“It’s a gift.”

“…A gift?”

Brianna’s eyebrows twitched slightly when she suddenly caught the black iron sword that was held out.

“During the attack on the academy, didn’t you risk your life for the cadets?”

“I just did what was natural as an academy professor.”

“It’s not something that’s easy to take for granted.”

“That would be the same for you too.”

“It seems like there will be no end to this. I just wanted to say thank you on behalf of the cadets.”

The act of throwing one’s life away without hesitation to protect the cadets was not something that could be expressed as natural. It was something that should be called noble and sublime.

“As a professor, it is natural to protect the cadets. There is no reason to be grateful for that.”

Gilbert was secretly aggrieved by the fact that it seemed so common sense and obvious.

This kind of appearance could be said to be very Brianna-like. This was why she struggled so hard and why she tried to save her.

“Besides, you risked your life to protect the academy just like me. It makes no sense to receive gratitude from you like that.”

He handed the black iron sword back to Gilbert as if he couldn’t take it. The firm look in his eyes showed his determination not to accept it gently.

Gilbert shook his head left and right as if there was nothing else to do.

I can’t stop you.

“That’s not all. I’m giving this to you as a way of thanking you for teaching me so well.”

“That too…”

“As a disciple, it is natural to give a gift to the teacher as a way of expressing gratitude.”

“It is the doctrine of becoming a disciple…”

When I saw him flinch slightly, he seemed to be agitated. I had often said that it was the duty of a teacher, but I felt strange when I heard the opposite.

A strange confrontation ensued, with one side holding out his sword and the other standing still.

Gilbert thought that if he stayed like this, the standoff would be prolonged, so he added.

“And isn’t it normal to give gifts on a first date? I think you should think of it as a disciple and accept it.”

Brianna’s eyebrows twitched again. She opened her mouth as if she had something to say, but she didn’t say anything.

After thinking about it for a few minutes, Brianna lowered her hand from holding out her black iron sword. As she thought about it, she realized that it was not her job as a teacher to ignore her student’s sincerity.

“I understand. I will use it well.”

“Then let’s go.”

“…Okay.”

Brianna, holding a black iron sword in one hand, began to take the lead. She seemed to be in a much better mood than before, perhaps because the gift barrage was meaningful.

Gilbert thought it was cute that the Master was in a good mood with his student’s gift, and he began to slowly follow behind her.