The Goddess Made A Mistake Again - Chapter 334: 334 - Apprentice

Chapter 334: Chapter 334 – Apprentice

“Hand-to-Hand combat is a great style of fighting which can be of great advantage at close quarters, especially when you don’t have your weapon on you.” Harold said and took a few steps back.

“Tell me, what do you think Hand-to-Hand style is like to you?”

I think for a while, giving a general description, “It’s like you said, Hand-to-Hand is a good card to have when you’re in a clutch. It can be devastating, if you know how to use it carefully and time your impacts. It’s not just punching with force.”

“Correct!” Harold nodded, “Most people think that Hand-to-Hand is just outright brawling. Only the strongest will come out in the fight.”

“But no, I don’t think that. Hand-to-Hand fighting differs in multiple styles. You just have to find one that flows right with you.”

“It’s not only a power type way, there’s other factors too that much be counted.”

“Agility, Stamina, Calculation, Power, Reaction Time and Instinct.” Harold counted, “This six are the true factors of any and all fighting styles. If you want to learn Hand-to-Hand combat, then you will have to learn and master this six things.”

“I can’t promise you that you’ll be the best at it but I can teach various ways to disarm and defeat your enemy which won’t need you to carry an oversize weapon with you.”

‘Was that a jab at me or just general talk?’ I think but Harold has been good with me so far, so I don’t take it any far.

“But I’m sure that you probably might have a chance at becoming best.” Harold smiled, “You already are one of the strongest people I have ever seen.”

“Oh? We haven’t even fought and you already think I’m that strong?” I ask him.

Harold nodded calmly, “Yes, not only because of the fine state you brought your body onto but also because of Falbic. He told us about you and how formidable you were.”

I think back to the Arena announcer, Falbic, ‘The guy probably mentioned to them about me overcoming his gravity sigmat.’

“From my understanding, you’re not using any amplification sigmat nor anything that would help you develop so far.” Harold rubbed his chin, deep in thought, “That tells me you have astonishing potential for physical abilities.”

“You can go much further than even the people who train for such thing.” Harold calmed down, “At least that’s what my gut says.”

“That’s why I ask you to give your utmost attention to my lesson but I also don’t want you to lean down on other things. I know what I am asking you seems way too much just at our first lesson, but that’s how far I believe you’ll be good.”

Harold’s eyes which now sparkled with hope and power said, “So what do you say, want to give this humbled instructor of yours a chance?”

I look deeply at Harold, mind occupied with all the talk he gave.

‘Well he isn’t wrong. I do have the greatest talent so becoming the best in Hand-to-Hand wouldn’t be out of the park. But do I want to waste my time with that when this era clearly dictates sigmat powers?’

As I kept thinking, I glanced briefly towards Harold and saw him still standing there, his offer ready for me.

‘Harold Graydol… the guy has never tried to harm me or thought of it. He is also the most renowned fighter in terms of unarmed combat in this kingdom. Most of all, he doesn’t look at me with prejudice and instead sympathizes with my situation.’

‘What he’s offering me right now is not just a basic course but an apprenticeship. Coming from the best Hand-to-Hand fighter in this kingdom, it’s actually a great offer for me and him. I get the best teacher and he finds a student whose spark will be so high that he’s own reputation will ignite with mine.’

‘The only problem that stands between us is, Harold is a member of the King’s Club or likely a firm supporter of it. While I haven’t specified to the public, which category I fall to, I act lenient towards both and neither.’

‘Accepting him would mean leaning more towards the king’s club and making speculations… now I need to think is the risk worth the reward?’

As Harold saw time went by, his expectant look slowly falters into disarray. Just as he was thinking that Henry would turn him down, Henry looked at him.

…

I make my decision firm and nod at Harold, kneeling towards him as a sign of great respect, “It would be an honor to have you as my teacher.”

I knew this was a big shot but Harold was worth it. Not only was the guy very talented in this department but he was also the guy who beloved in old style honor. Which meant he would give more precedence to me instead of the academy… though I would have to make him trust me that much.

Harold’s shocked look quickly turned to a excitement as he laughed loudly, surprising the students who were training on his instructions. But they didn’t pour their attention too much and after a while got back to their training.

“GOOD! Most Good!” Harold gave a large smile as his patted my shoulder with repeatedly, “I have great expectations of you.”

“Same here.”

“Haha… a sense of humor and courage, even better. Both would be consequential to becoming a great fighter.”

Harold smiled a bit more before I stood up and he got serious. He looked me up and down again and nodded, “Your body and muscles are defined almost perfectly as if a statue. I can see the raw power they can emit.”

“I saw your fight in the arena, how you defended against the sword mantra, how you stood firm in midst of tornadoes. It showed your tough resilience. I know what I heard from Falbic, but I want to hear it from you.”

“Did you really defended against his gravity without the help of any sigmat powers?” Harold asked, “Don’t worry, anything you say from now on, trust that it’ll only stay between us!”

I believe him, “I did it without any sigmat powers.”

Harold felt shock within but didn’t show it outside, “How tough was it on a scale from 1 to 10?”

“Truthfully, around 1 and 2. Though I can’t say how much he used his gravity sigmat on me.” I reply.

Harold was even more shocked. From what Falbic told him, he used quite a bit of power against Henry but only hurt him so little. It showed how great Henry’s endurance was and that excited Harold even more.

“I’ll be honest with you too, Falbic said he used a decent amount of power that time. But don’t let it get to your head.” Harold advised, “Never underestimate anyone and always keep on growing.”

I nod with resolve.

“Okay, now the type of style I would teach you…” Harold said and scratched his beard, “You already have the age and body strong enough for almost all styles to be taught.”

“But since you obviously are a power type, we will learn a similar one for starters. A basic style without much restriction of power.” Harold said and tightened his fist showing veins ready to pop out with power.

“The Basic Explosive Style, Fierce Force Arts!”

I smile, ready to start an explosive journey.

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