I Escaped the Exile Story Only To Find It Was a Regret Trope

12 – 2# The Complete Chaos with Childhood Friends at the Opening Ceremony! (5)

b*stard.

How dare he blatantly ignore me.

Baek Yushin, of all people? Hyunwoo felt like he was going to die from the blow to his pride.

But he couldn’t vent his anger at Yushin right now. The situation was what it was, of course.

More than anything, Hyunwoo sensed an inexplicable, unsettling power from Yushin.

Of course, if they fought properly, he would win, but that would only lower Yuri’s favorability.

Even to conquer Baek Yuri, it is necessary to match Yushin’s rhythm for now.

‘Even if I don’t step in, it’s clear that Baek Yushin will be shattered by Selena today.’

Selena Grevis is a student and a ranker with top-tier strength even in Class A.

In terms of sheer firepower, she possesses a strength that rivals even my own.

No matter how much Yushin tries, he won’t be able to withstand Selena’s firepower.

That will be quite a sight. Hyunwoo grinned as he took a seat in the audience of the training ground.

The training ground was a stadium specially made by Cheongwol Academy for various battles.

In the center, there was a specially prepared arena for proper fights.

The upper part of the arena was covered with a semi-transparent dome-shaped shield for safety.

And around the arena, the seats were arranged in a circular fashion for easy viewing.

For reference, Hyunwoo took a seat in the first row. To see Yushin get shattered.

“What, you came too?”

“Ah~ it’s the younger brother!”

“Sisters!”

However, Hyunwoo, who had been smiling twistedly, immediately returned to a pure expression.

It was because his two favorite sisters had come to the arena in person.

Black hair that reached the waist, and sharp red eyes like blades.

The girl, exuding a disciplined aura, frowned and raised her fist.

“I told you to call me the head of the disciplinary committee outside, didn’t I?”

“S-sorry. I was so happy that I couldn’t help it.”

“Isn’t it fine? After all, he’s our favorite younger brother!”

Unlike the strict black-haired girl, the pink-haired girl was gentle.

Just like her cute way of speaking, she was short. She even had cat ears on her head.

She looked so much like a cat turned into a person. Indeed, she was cute.

As Hyunwoo was thinking that, the black-haired girl snapped.

“Stop meowing so loudly, stray cat.”

“What did you just say?”

“S-sisters! More importantly, why are you here?”

As his two favorite sisters burned with determination, Hyunwoo quickly changed the subject.

In response, the black-haired girl answered Hyunwoo as if asking the obvious.

“My cherished junior said he would be dueling today. How could I not be interested?”

“Selena is definitely strong! But Baek Yushin? I’ve never heard of that name.”

“Don’t underestimate the opponent. He’s the one who accepted the duel against Selena without backing down. He must have considerable power.”

“Hey, I never underestimated him!”

‘My sister is overestimating Yushin more than I thought.’

It was infuriating for Hyunwoo that his favorite character was giving a good evaluation to the person he hated the most.

Although slightly angry, Hyunwoo suppressed his emotions as much as possible.

Anyway, once the duel starts, Yushin’s true colors will be revealed to everyone.

When that happens, my sister’s interest will also be cut off. In other words, there’s nothing to worry about.

However.

As soon as the duel started.

“Th-that!!”

“What is this?!”

“……!!!”

Hyunwoo’s expectations were completely off the mark.

* * *

Selena Grevis.

As the daughter of the honorable Count Grevis, she never overlooks injustice.

However, that didn’t mean she used her strength to oppress the weak.

If the opponent’s strength was weak, she would match it. That was her rule.

In other words, the reason she was holding a sword instead of a bow, and not using her full power, was all for that reason. Yushin, dumbfounded, directly questioned her.

“What is that look?”

“This is my rule.”

“Rule?”

“By fighting with equal strength and winning, I give my opponent an epiphany.”

‘This one is a real lunatic.’

A justice maniac in a duel, and her actions too. How could she be so similar?

The more he watched, the more Yushin was reminded of the person he used to hang out with.

But Yushin wasn’t so easygoing as to show mercy out of personal feelings.

“Fight with all your might.”

“Is it pride? I admire not being servile, but…”

The gap between you and me is beyond imagination.

I was going to say that. To that poor man who doesn’t even know his own limits.

It would hurt his pride, but it’s the truth. If I give it my all.

That man wouldn’t even have a chance. I was sure of it.

Until Yushin opened his mouth. Yushin looked at Selena and spoke clearly.

“I’ll say it again.”

“…!!”

“Fight with all your might. Otherwise…”

You’ll really die.

A single word of warning. After that, Yushin said no more.

But at least Selena, the person involved, understood the warning clearly.

The spectators watching the duel from outside the arena couldn’t understand.

Why Selena, who had been confronting him, suddenly retreated greatly.

Unless they were the person involved, they wouldn’t know. Selena swallowed dryly.

Before she knew it, cold sweat was pouring down her hands and forehead like rain.

‘What the hell is this? That…!!’

Was it the sense of distance that went crazy? Or was it being overwhelmed by the opponent’s momentum?

Already, in her eyes, Yushin appeared as a very huge giant.

However, she was on a different level from Park Hyung-jun, who was overwhelmed and scared.

Selena suddenly took a proper stance and bowed her head to Yushin.

“I’m sorry.”

“Suddenly apologizing?”

“Yes, because I underestimated you arbitrarily.”

“Is there a need to apologize for that?”

“Apologize for rudeness, correct what is wrong. That is the honor of Grevis.”

“You’re honest, I like it.”

Certainly, compared to those who only talk. This one is something else.

And in fact, Selena was already free from the pressure.

The opponent’s power is beyond estimation. But, it is clear that they are strong.

In that case, she will also go all out without hesitation. That is her resolve.

Her feet, which had been grounded, slowly began to rise towards the sky.

At the same time, a ring that glowed softly like the moon formed above her head.

Soon, silver wings sprouted from her back. That was her full power.

She wished to become the moonlight that shines equally, even in the darkest of nights.

Blossom

Artemis

Artemis

Soon, what she held in her hand was a massive longbow dyed in navy blue.

Yushin gauged the distance. Fortunately, the arena had a ceiling.

The distance seemed barely reachable. But more importantly, it was strong.

It couldn’t even be compared to the strength of that guy, Park Hyung-jun, whom he had faced before.

‘This would rival a hero class in a fantasy world.’

Honestly, he hadn’t expected much. Is there something even stronger than this?

Yushin’s lips slowly began to curl up. A smile mixed with joy.

He does not avoid a fight with a strong opponent. Why? Because the fight itself is enjoyable!!

Even if he is in a weakened state. That belief does not change.

“I will go all out right away.”

Serena’s blue eyes were already glowing softly like moonlight.

Soon, silver arrows lined up in formation around her.

The sight of the arrows floating at regular intervals in the sky was truly spectacular.

Watching this, Yushin clicked his tongue.

The power of the moon goddess that pierces through even the darkness.

No darkness can escape her judgment that shines with justice.

Soon, she nocked the arrow she was holding in her other hand onto the bowstring.

Actaeon

Judgment of the Moonlight

Like the judgment passed on a human who sinned and was cursed by the goddess.

Arrows of moonlight falling endlessly from the sky.

It is nearly impossible to avoid the judgment of the moonlight in the cramped audience seats.

Therefore, the people sitting in the audience were immediately convinced of the outcome.

Especially Hyunwoo, who was sitting in the front row, wanted to scream with joy.

But with his favorite characters sitting beside him, he desperately held it in.

However.

The duel began to move in an entirely unexpected direction.

The arrows that had fallen from the sky surged back up from the ground.

No.

They didn’t just surge up.

All 60 arrows charged precisely at Selena.

It was an entirely unforeseen situation, but Selena hurriedly twisted her body.

Although she fell to the ground, she managed to avoid a fatal injury.

It was only possible because she was skilled enough.

“What is this…!!”

“The match is decided.”

“…?!”

However, no matter how skilled she was, she couldn’t avoid Yushin’s sword.

At some point, Yushin’s drawn sword stopped just before touching Selena’s neck.

It was the sword of protection that cut down everything that entered its space.

And at the same time, it was the sword of rebellion that returned what it cut to the opponent.

The name of the sword that defeated the high-ranking demon Balrog, who destroyed a country.

Protection

Pain Avoidance and Interception