"Please don't change the topic, what we are discussing now is┉┉"
"You have insulted me, my honor and my family! I demand a duel with you. Don't be like a coward who only dares to hide behind others."
"I'm already standing in front of you."
The roaring Genov started to panic a little in order to shirk the responsibility. The guests around him subconsciously stayed away from him, as if standing with him was an insult to themselves. It was obvious that Genov did not dare to accept the proposal. The root of the problem was revealed. Now his funny performance was more like that of a clown than an aristocrat. The guests' jeers gradually became louder, including some words of disdain. And when Genov loudly shouted to Lelouch not to hide behind others, Lelouch's gentle reply made everyone around burst into laughter, even Isis and Miss Carona. Ignoring the etiquette of a lady, she smiled and bent over.
"Which family does this fool belong to?"
"Genov? He must be from the Copper Diagonal Chamber of Commerce, right?"
"Copper Slot Chamber of Commerce~Look at this funny name, it's really as funny as the man himself."
"Really, we actually invited people like this who lowered the standard of the banquet."
The roar of laughter all around made Genov blush, but now he could only shout loudly to Lelouch to embolden himself. In Genov's opinion, Lelouch, who was still a minor, would never dare to accept it. Asked for a duel. At this time, President Joseph, as the organizer, could no longer stand it. This damn guy was simply smearing the Vistaphalon family's face.
"That's enough! Mr. Genov!" Joseph's tone was already filled with warmth and anger: "This banquet of the Westphalian family is not just for you alone. Okay~ Please send Mr. Genov away temporarily. calm down."
After the president spoke, the guards who stood aside to watch Genov perform a comedy for a long time all started to ask Genov to leave. Of course, if Genov was unwilling, the guards would use another method to ask him to leave. 'He left the table.
"etc!"
At this time, Lelouch stepped forward and stopped the guard: "Since you want to duel with me so much, I agree."
What!
Perhaps it was because Lelouch's tone was too calm, both Joseph as the president and Genov who raised the topic were stunned. Isis on the side was also slightly stunned and then looked at it worriedly. Lelouch. After all, in the eyes of Isis, Lelouch is just a boy about the same age as herself. Although Isis, as a young girl, has also read some knightly novels, and there are also some descriptions of the male protagonists who are in love. The scene of the duel with the enemy was full of romantic overtones, but when the real duel scene took place, Isis suddenly felt that it was not romantic at all.
Judging from his age and physique, Lelouch is basically just a boy of sixteen or seventeen years old. He has a relatively slender body and although he has rich experience, he has obviously not learned any martial arts. However, Genov looks like an adult over twenty years old. . Although he doesn't have a muscular figure like a mercenary, it is at least much better than Lelouch's weaker figure.
Isis frowned and walked forward with some worry and whispered in Lelouch's ear: "This is too dangerous, Mr. Lelouch. There is no need to have a dispute with such an unreasonable person."
"Don't worry Miss Isis, just like Mr. Genov said, he also insulted my family and honor."
Lelouch replied nonchalantly. In terms of personality, Lelouch is not the kind of person who is easily angered. Lelouch, who likes to scheme against others, would hide behind the scenes and control everything most of the time. If it was before Lelouch would never be offended by Genov's words. It's just that after being reincarnated as a black dragon, Lelouch always wanted to find an opportunity to test the power of the black dragon. During his time in the free city, he never had the chance because the workbench was busy. Now that someone has come to your door for a reason, why not do it
Alisa stood aside without saying a word. Alisa, who knew that her immediate boss was definitely not an ordinary person, was just going to be a spectator. The poor Genov in front of her might have received an impressive lesson tonight.
As the president, Joseph is also a little worried. After all, Lelouch is the chamber of commerce of the Westphalian family. The other party comes to the banquet. As the host, as mentioned before, he has the obligation to ensure the safety of the guests, even if it is Lelouch proposed to agree to a duel with the other party, but if Lelouch was injured, it would bring disgrace to the Westphalian family anyway.
However, Lelouch insisted on agreeing. Joseph couldn't stand the unanimous applause of everyone in the public view, so Joseph had to ask the guards to present two ceremonial swords for dueling. It is actually not uncommon for nobles to duel due to conflicts. Princess Luo Jie'an of the Kingdom of Saxony had previously dueled with the idiot prince of the Kingdom of Belrama due to marriage issues. It's just that this little conflict that happened at the banquet doesn't need to be fought with life and death. The ceremonial swords that were presented were just decorative swords that had not been sharpened.
Under the auspices of Joseph, Lelouch took over the sword with a relaxed expression, but Genov, who originally only wanted to use the duel as an excuse to excuse himself, was stunned for a long time with a dark face, and under the boos of the crowd It was only after Hebuki urged him to take the sword from the guard. However, Genov looked at Lelouch again and showed a relaxed expression on his face. It shouldn't be difficult to defeat such a boy.
Soon the guests dispersed in the banquet hall, leaving an open space for the two of them. Joseph earnestly asked the two of them to stop ordering and not to go too far. Of course, this request was mainly directed at Genov. After all, Lelouch's identity is different from his. A brief explanation of the rules, roughly speaking, the person who stabs the opponent's three swords first will win. If the long sword in his hand is directly knocked down, he will lose immediately.
"Hmph~ Pay the price for insulting a noble, you rampant and rude person."
Genov made a gesture with his sword, and some sharp-eyed nobles saw some knowledge. Genov should have learned some swordsmanship. Although it's not very strong, at least it has some foundation.
On the contrary, Lelouch held the sword very casually and looked at the opponent very relaxedly. It gave people a very strange feeling. If it was really a noble boy who was dueling for the first time, he would not be able to behave when he actually stood on the duel stage. He was so relaxed and comfortable. Unless Lelouch had fought duels before or had practiced advanced swordsmanship and martial arts, he would not be so confident.
"Please be careful Mr. Lelouch." Isis warned from the side.
"Please rest assured, Miss Isis."
Seeing that Lelouch had time to chat with him in his spare time, Genov's angry flames almost burst out of his eyes.
Lelouch looked at the other party and smiled gracefully, raised his hand and said, "Let's get started, Mr. Genov. Out of noble etiquette, although you are the one who initiated this matter, I can give you three moves first."
As soon as these words came out, there was an exclamation all around. Some girls looked at Lelouch with bright eyes. This temperament, bearing, words and deeds were undoubtedly not that of a great noble. Even when challenged, he was elegant and calm. , that guy named Genov is as annoying as a street gangster compared to this handsome young man.
Being provoked like this by Lelouch, Genov completely lost his mind and without replying, he raised his sword and stabbed him. Suddenly, there was a sound of dissatisfaction all around. As a duel etiquette, they should draw their swords against each other and be ready, and then under the decree of the arbiter Only then was he allowed to take action, and Genov's behavior of attacking first without saying a word could have already ruled him a loser. Not to mention that Lelouch, as his opponent, had the courtesy to let him strike three swords first, and Genov's behavior made the surrounding guests boo incessantly. Some people even shouted that Genov was directly sentenced to lose.
It feels so slow~
This is what Lelouch felt when he saw Genov rushing over. When he slightly mobilized the black dragon power in his body, Lelouch found that Genov's every move seemed to be slowed down, and he could clearly understand Seeing Genov's every move, the thrust of the sword was even slow enough for Lelouch to think about several questions leisurely before making a counterattack.
This is the power that belongs to the dragon, this is the power that transcends the world. Lelouch couldn't help but marvel in his heart. Judging from this level, let alone a long sword that can be stabbed with the help of human power, even the bullets fired from the gun's muzzle may not escape his sight.
In a moment of thought, Lelouch gently turned aside to avoid the long sword that pierced his side, then gently stretched out his hand to grab Genov and pulled him forward, and then tripped him with his lower body like a prank. Genov suddenly lost his balance under the force and fell face first to the ground with a scream.
"Ahhh!!"
Under the action of inertia, Genov slid directly to the feet of the guests watching around him, causing a woman dressed as a lady to scream in fear. A male companion behind him hurriedly comforted his lover and immediately took a few steps back. But at this time, seeing that Genov, who was the first to commit a foul attack, not only failed to hurt Lelouch, but actually fell into a miserable state like a dog eating shit, the guests around him burst into laughter, and there were many sarcastic comments from those who were gloating about his misfortune. sounded.
"Look~hahaha~look at this poor clown, he really should go on stage to put on a comedy show!"
"You stupid person, your wonderful performance has made me want to write a satirical poem for you. Do you want me to read it to you?"
"He has already thrown away the sword, let him lose! Let him lose!"
Some of the hecklers also observed that Genov dropped his sword when he fell. According to regulations, whoever attacked Genov first should lose.
At this time, Lelouch waved his hand to indicate that he had something to say: "It doesn't matter, Mr. Genov, you can continue. I promise you that there are still two moves out of the three!" (To be continued...)