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The same time, outside Julius’s house…
Taking a close look at the exterior of his designated room, Cecils felt for the swords at his hip. All weapons needed to be diligently cared for, but katanas needed more care than others.
These two blades of his, Murasame and Masayume, needed even more attention than most, as befitted two of the greatest works of a master swordsmith’s art. However, the most important thing for keeping enchanted swords in good fettle was not polishing or honing. What they sought was respect for what they were. Enchanted blades demanded blood and death.
“All right, okay, yes. Just a few more days till the good Sword Saint returns, or so I’m told,” Cecils murmured to himself, kicking his zori-clad feet against the ground. Above him, a light burned in the guest room, indicating the presence of an occupant. Joshua, most likely.
Joshua was Julius’s younger brother, a boy with abundant interest in the outside world, in heroes; he was one who might well make a fine audience member in the future. He held no small affection for Cecils. And every great man of the stage needed an audience.
It was a terrible shame that the boy had no talent for standing in the scene himself. His older brother, Julius, held far greater promise in that regard. He had the elegance necessary to shine in a lead role.
“Whoops, heh-heh. I’m not here to hold auditions. Much as I’m looking forward to my duel with Sword Saint, I can’t forget the other reason I came.” He slapped himself gently on the cheek, turned away from the house, and began walking at a leisurely pace. Julius had admonished him sternly not to take any trips outside, but he showed no sign of slowing down. He would do just what he wished to do. The greatest of the Divine Generals was indeed the very embodiment of the imperial way of life.
Thus, the Blue Lightning left the mansion without a care for anyone else. The man did not inform anyone, and completely unnoticed, the empire’s strongest warrior meandered into the capital.
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