As the only son in his family, Shoyo, despite lacking great interest in swordsmanship, had spent the past few years diligently practicing under the guidance of his two aunts, burdened with the responsibility of being the family heir. However, he only wanted to stay by his mother's side and enjoy his childhood, with aspirations of growing up to become a Huntector, leading an easy life supported by the substantial income and benefits.
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Opting for a basic Huntector role without striving for advancement wasn't driven by a hypocritical desire to protect the king. It was simply because basic Huntectors were still in the learning phase, and they wouldn't be sent on dangerous missions against Skullbreaker. Instead, their tasks involved patrolling and inspecting near the city walls, making it an easy-paying position.
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Though William didn't fully comprehend the details, he saw their determination and potential. Combined with their inherent talents, they were excellent materials for molding.
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"Regardless of the reasons, I hope everyone can hold ideals for their future. Young people must never bury themselves. What are we living in this world for? Why have we come to this land? Find your life's direction and goals, and work even harder in the next ten months!"
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To prepare for the upcoming courses, students needed a certain level of physical fitness. Therefore, they were assigned to challenge their physical limits in the first month. While the instructors appeared to aim at strengthening their physical bodies, the main objective was to trigger their mental qualities to surpass themselves; physical fitness was only the basic requirement.
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William closely monitored the entire training process. Shoyo and Cloude not only followed the designated training but also engaged in extra competitions. For instance, they had races like continuously jumping back and forth five hundred times or sprinting ten seconds. Although Shoyo was thoroughly defeated, the intense fighting spirit he displayed when pushing beyond his limits caught William's attention.
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After a full day of physical training, everyone was exhausted. After resting, they returned to their dormitories, preparing to participate in the evening celebration.
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The coronation celebration was the liveliest day of the year on the shopping street. Each shop was specially decorated, featuring unique game stalls and a variety of exquisite food vendors. The evening concluded with a fireworks display that not only amazed Grandecy but was visible even from the distant Northano. This festive atmosphere extended across the entire continent, drawing participation from citizens of other cities.
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Shoyo, Rachel, and Cloude arranged to enjoy the celebration together. They strolled through the shopping street, where colorful booths and enticing food stalls caught their attention. Even Cloude set aside his usual indifference, revealing a rare smile.
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"I thought you were the moody boy who didn't understand how to smile." Shoyo couldn't help teasing him.
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"Because this is my first time participating in the anniversary celebration."
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Shoyo and Rachel were equally surprised. What kind of life had Cloude lived as a child? He only provided a partial answer.
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Cloude had practiced with his master since childhood. While he occasionally ventured out, it was only for training outside the city. He didn't have many friends and only occasionally got to know his master's comrades and their children.
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Although Shoyo's childhood was spent training, he could travel around and participate in the celebration every year. He could also explore the city, making him far happier by comparison.
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As the three wandered and chatted in the street, Shoyo noticed a young girl standing alone, gazing at the night sky.
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Amidst the bustling crowd, she remained motionless. In Shoyo's eyes, it was as though everything was in black and white, except for her. She was the only color in the scene, capturing everyone's attention.
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The girl also noticed Shoyo. As their eyes met, time seemed frozen. Her bright, watery eyes, pale complexion, and flowing black hair exuding a sense of loneliness and weariness. She was both pitiable and seemingly unreachable.
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