Berserk: The Prophet

Chapter 188 Training

The next morning, before the sun had fully pierced through the clouds, Green and Bazzo were already up and hurried to the training field.

Gurunberdo was already waiting there, dressed in casual clothes, but his expression remained serious, and his sharp gaze scrutinized the two children.

"Since you're here, let's begin."

“Go to the practice rack and grab a suitable practice weapon, but... there aren’t any weapons specifically for children here.” Gurenberdo paused, and in his hand was a two-handed wooden sword that ordinary people would use, but in front of his tall figure, it looked as flimsy as a suitable one-handed sword.

Green found a two-handed wooden sword, while Bazzo took a wooden battle axe. The two had already learned how to use them skillfully in their sparring with the White Dragon Knights, even though they were not suitable for children.

Having not touched a weapon for so long, this body is becoming lax in its ability to improve its martial arts skills.

Looking at the two men who could still hold their weapons steady but whose movements weren't quite standard, Gulenberudo snorted and a playful smile appeared on his lips.

“Very well, I will personally test your abilities.”

"Now, if you're ready, you can spar with me. You'll pass the test if either of you can hit any part of my body with your weapons."

As Gurunberdo finished speaking, Green and Bazzo exchanged a glance, both seeing determination and resolve in each other's eyes.

Baziso launched the first attack, gripping his wooden battle axe tightly with both hands, charging towards Gurenberudo like a young bear, fiercely attacking and pouncing.

However, Gulumberdo easily dodged the attack by simply shifting his body slightly to the side. Bazzo, having missed his first strike, quickly adjusted his stance and launched another attack, but Gulumberdo seemed to anticipate his movements, skillfully avoiding each one.

Hmm, this kid's movements are too slow. Gurenberu easily found an opening in Bazso's body, and his two-handed sword struck Bazso's back at just the right moment.

Green observed from the sidelines, searching for an opening in Gurunberdo's defense. Although Gurunberdo's defense was tight, his center of gravity would shift slightly when he moved.

Seeing his chance, Green raised his wooden sword with both hands, strode forward, and, taking advantage of his short and agile figure, thrust it upwards at Gurenberudo.

A hint of appreciation flashed in Gurunberdo's eyes. He swung his wooden sword and deflected Green's attack.

“Not bad, that’s interesting,” said Gurunberdo.

Unexpectedly, this skinny fellow is also quite strong. The force of his full-force strike is almost equivalent to that of one of his knights, although he feels it is still not enough.

But Green and Bazzo did not relax. They continued to attack with all their might. Sweat gradually soaked their clothes, but their eyes were always full of fighting spirit.

Bazzo wielded his battle axe with ferocious force, while Green's wooden sword thrust with swift and precise accuracy. While defending, Gullenberudo occasionally launched counter-attacks, giving the two boys a firsthand experience of his formidable strength.

Time passed second by second, and Green and Bazzo's strength gradually ran out, but they still did not give up and continued to try to attack Gurunberdo.

Soon, the children from the concentration camps living around the training ground gathered upstairs to watch the wooden swords clash, cheering for Green and Bazso.

The cheers from the children were deafening, which further energized Green and Bazzo.

"Hmm?... It seems I've become the 'dragon' in the eyes of these children." Gurunberdo muttered to himself as he listened to the children's growing cheers for the two of them.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Green thrust his sword at Gurenberudo's calf. Gurenberudo took a step back to prepare for a counterattack. Just as Green had expected, Green made a desperate move, using the momentum of his body to turn the wooden sword from a thrust into a fierce slash, the tip of which grazed Gurenberudo's waist.

However, as he gradually lost his strength, Green's movements became sluggish and his center of gravity became unstable. With a sharp pain in his lower back, Gulenberudo reflexively kicked Green to the ground.

"Hmm, I didn't mean to." Gurunberdo sheathed his weapon and touched the small scratch on his waist. This guy... actually made himself bleed with just a wooden sword?

Bazzo happily helped Green up from the ground, and Green knew they had passed the test given by Gurenberudo.

"...This is beyond my expectations. You have performed very well, but your skills still need to be honed."

"That's enough for today. Training will officially begin tomorrow," said Gurunberdo, and he left thoughtfully under the children's watchful eyes.

Green and Bazso exchanged a smile; they had indeed wounded the fire-giant being. Children rushed down from upstairs to surround them, celebrating this memorable moment.

.........

At night, Green lay in bed, recalling the battle of the day. Although his whole body ached as if he were a skeleton about to fall apart, he was filled with a sense of accomplishment.

Only through continuous effort can one improve their strength and have the opportunity to protect everything they cherish.

Since Green and Bazzo passed Gurunberdo's test and were made to practice sparring with wooden swords by the children all day, they quickly fell asleep.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Gurenbeldo was also reflecting on the events of the day. He clearly realized that these two children possessed enormous potential, and with just a little guidance and nurturing, they would surely become outstanding knights and the backbone of the Knights Order.

......

It's another early morning.

Since they had decided to stay in the military, Green and Baziso started training earlier than the other children. After warming up, their training officially began at the command of Gulenberudo.

First came physical training, where Green and Baziso had to run dozens of laps around the training field. At first, they could barely keep up with the pace, but as the number of laps increased, their steps gradually became heavy and their breathing became more rapid.

"Don't stop, keep running!" Gurunberdo's voice echoed in their ears. The giant had already run nearly ten laps faster than them.

After finally finishing the run, they were immediately put to strength training, lifting weights and pulling ropes, each exercise leaving their muscles sore that they were almost numb.

Baziso gritted his teeth, sweat streaming down his face. "Boss, I can't hold on much longer."

Green, panting heavily, said, "Hang in there a little longer, we can't give up."

After a day of training, Green and Baziso were so exhausted that they collapsed on the ground.

"Today is just the beginning; the training ahead will be even tougher." Gulenberudo wiped the sweat from his body and looked at the two men who had collapsed on the ground.

Even when his two children were exhausted, their training volume was only a quarter of his.

However, this is already quite good; these quantities are at least at the level of most knights.

After resting for a while, Green and Bazzo forced themselves to stand up despite their exhaustion.

"Tomorrow's training will include combat techniques," Gurunberdo said, turning and leaving for the military camp.

Even Green and Bazzo were drenched in sweat from such intense training, while Gullenberudo seemed to have just finished warming up.

“Let’s go take a shower together,” Green suggested.

"...No, I'm too tired to move today." Bazso was panting heavily, and it was clear that he really didn't want to move an inch.

Green looked at Bazso and shook his head helplessly. "Alright then, I'll go by myself." He dragged his tired body toward the bathroom inside the castle tower.

Grant has many hot spring pools, and there are also many natural baths in the castle tower of "Dragon's Nest". Of course, due to the cold weather, it is best to soak in the hot spring indoors. The hot spring is just right, and you can also take a sauna.

The warm spring water enveloped Green's body, and a clean towel was placed on his forehead, making him feel relaxed, as if the fatigue from his muscles had been swept away.

...What a wonderful time it was to make both mind and body feel happy.