As I walked through the road of the Slave Settlements, Rumors spread everywhere on how a ten year old boy is currently acting as the Slaves Swordsmanship Instructor.
There were people who were worried, There were who doubted and others that personally saw, believed.
In my generation, Whether you are young nor old, But when you have the Skills you'll be respected.
But envy will always be around the corner...
Those who trained through effort still could not surpass those who have the talent.
"That boy, How could someone change so much after having a sudden memory loss?"
"I know right, Not only did he Talk back to the Governor but he is now also teaching the Slaves how to properly wield the swords."
"Hey wasn't he always cheerful? How come he looks different now?"
"Was it because of the Memory loss?"
People started having rumors about me, About how I suddenly changed, How the Cheerful Lance became very dignified and cold.
Even my family are shocked on my sudden change.
But I can't tell them that I'm no longer the old Lancelot, Since the Old Lancelot wanted me to Protect his dear family.
And for the sake of my Revenge against the Devon, I need to keep a low profile.
Boasting about being Arthur Lionhart could become dangerous, Since I'm still not sure on what really happened after my death.
All this sudden changes around the world, I still need more knowledge, Until I am confident and able to regain my strength. I will need to keep a low profile and avoid suspicions for the time being.
"Bro! Where are you heading to?" Lionel asked.
"I'm just gonna go and check the others if they are properly doing the training I told them." I replied.
"Bro, You seriously changed huh? It feels like I'm talking to an elder." He said.
"Haha, Bro stop exaggerating. I'm still your bro." I replied.
Lionel looked down and felt uneasy.
"Fine, How about I teach you something bro?" I said.
Since it has come to this, In order to prepare for my plan. I need someone to defend the family for me, Since I still have goals to achieve and may not be able to stay within this family for a long time.
"What are you gonna teach me bro?" As he asked with excitement that could be seen in his eyes.
"I'll be teaching you something, But it won't be easy. But if you master this, You'll be able to protect mother and father in any sorts of danger." I said in a confident manner.
"I will, If it means I can protect our family, I'll do anything to achieve it. In order for us not to hide and shiver everytime a powerful person comes!" He replied.
I see, not only Lance but also Lionel....
"Then, Starting from now on. Every morning, You will run fifty laps all around the blue house village with me. Is it clear?" I said.
"Yes bro!" He replied in a serious tone.
"We start tomorrow, So for now let's go and check the other slaves with their training." I said.
Then both of us went on our way to check the Slaves if they were training properly.
As we entered the Training grounds, The Slaves were properly doing the Training routine I gave them.
Two hundred push ups, Two hundred sit ups are for forging their body into a reliable one.
They cannot practice with swords first but rather focus on upgrading their bodies.
Running a hundred laps all around the Blue house village is for their stamina and breathing technique.
Since they're slaves, I've already expected them to have more stamina than a normal person. Since working is all they do in their entire lives.
But in order for my plan to be achieved, I'll need men that could rival the Empire's knights.
I'll use their hatred, rage against the Royal family.
I'll make this slaves my army, In order to take over the Empire I'll need people that are capable on fighting.
I'll turn this shit hole into an opportunity, I'll create anew and destroy their corrupted laws.
Once they're ready, Then I'll start a rebellion..
"Lance, your back." As my father spoke while panting.
"Yes father, I have something to say to you guys. Would you care to listen?" I said.
So the Slaves looked at each other and sat down to listen what I had to say.
"Why do you all want to get stronger?" I asked.
The slaves were quite confused and stared at me.
But one of them raised his hand and said.
"I want to get stronger in order to get out of here."
The person who raised his hand, Was none other than the slave who cried out loud at the entrance.
"Do you want to get out of here? But you'll be branded as a criminal." I said.
"I know that I'll be branded as a Criminal, But I still have my Daughter who's about to become an adult. After my wife died, I know that once the Third Prince sees her, He'll surely purchase her. And I don't want her to end up like my wife." He replied.
Everyone there who sat infront of me knew, That everyone is afraid that their love ones might be taken away from them by the Royal family.
Slaves are like toys for the Royal family, They do not treat them as human.
This had been going on through generations after generations.
Everybody in here was willing to learn to fight, In order to protect their love ones.
For me who only had the Grudge, and the Old Lancelot's will, I could barely understand their feelings.
But I, who was the Hero before, The one who faced calamities in order for the humans to have a bright future, Cannot accept this.
After I went alot of trouble to Protect humanity, And now all they do is destroy their own by their personal greed.
They might also call me Greedy, But I have my personal reasons on why I must destroy what had Devon made.
In order for this System to change, One must stand up and liberate this people.
"So, what if I told you to start a rebellion rather than being a criminal? What would you choose?" As I spoke with an intimidating manner to prove my words were serious.
A ten year old speaking such things would be considered as nonsense if I were to speak casually.
The slaves were shocked, Some of them gulped after hearing my words.
This people are willing, But one needs to push them In order to do it. I shall be that one to push and lead them, In order for my Revenge to succeed and in order for Lancelot's wish to be fulfilled.
To let his family live a better life rather than staying in this slave settlement, I'll be making the first move in order to motivate this people.
"Rebellion? We can't dare do that Lance! The Empire is strong and We might even also fight against the Two kingdoms if we continue this." My father said in a worried manner.
"I know, But is it really okay for all of you to accept this fate? Aren't you sad for your family?! Your descendants would also end up being Slaves! How could one's mistake become your descendants mistake also!? This rule is absurd! If we don't act now, Then this shitty rule will continue for generations!" I spoke in confidence in hopes they'd understand.
The slaves already knew that, They were just too scared to rebel against the Empire. Since the Empire has strong forces, And Slaves like them who aren't even able to hold swords properly would only result to their deaths.
It was basically suicide, But, Now they have me.
I will make them stronger than those Knights the Devon Empire are so proud of, I'll be their stepping stone to reach their freedom.
But the pact against the Monsters is what I'm suspicious of, I'm sure those godlike beasts won't stay still when they've confirmed that this Generation's knights are extremely weak.
I'm having doubts that something isn't right, Those Prideful Beings are simply coexisting with the lower species.
I'm sure something's going on...
But first thing's first, I need to train this slaves.
"So, What is your answer? Do you simply wish the royal family to step unto you. I know many of here were brought here by the mistakes of your parents, grand parents and even great grand parents. Simply you being their child makes you the Empire's slaves. Do you really wish to continue your lives like this?" I asked them.
(My father's Point of View)
How is this Child being able to speak like this confidently?
Something's changed, This isn't something A Ten year old would say and think of.
I've been taking care of him for several years now, And For the first time in my life, I saw him killed three people without an ounce of hesitation.
That isn't normal...
For a Child to kill someone, Isn't your everyday child.
The posture as he stands, Gives off a different vibe.
His calm composure, Cold gazes and absolute confidence like his some sort of King that knew everything and lived a very long life.
His swordsmanship was truly shocking, Ever Since he was a Child, I never saw him even once hold a wooden sword and swing it.
I've heard about how his real father was an Imperial Knight on his prime from her mother.
I guess blood doesn't lie....
But I just can't believe that a Ten year old who was completely cheerful and kind before, Could show a cold and composed vibe.
This days, He looks so emotionless that even I can't think about what he's thinking.
He acts normal infront of us but he gives off a vibe that he's deep in thoughts.
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"I was just joking, No need to get serious. Haha! Anyways, Let's continue the Training." I said in a manner that they would calm down since the atmosphere was getting serious.
I can't have anyone ruin my plans, Since I still can't know if anyone here is part with the Third Prince's hooligans.
I need to be more cautious....
So then, The slaves along with Lance and Lionel continued their Training, Lance then ordered the slaves to spar one another.
As days went by, We continued to work and give time for our Training.
I also isolated myself from time to time to meditate my Ki core, Blood came out from my eyes, ears, mouth and nose. As the Impurities were being forced to be released, The Aching pain scattered through out my body. The tingling feeling all around my chest as my Ki Core got cleansed.
I also taught my twin brother on how to Activate and Use Ki. But unexpectedly he was able to grasp the fundamentals on how to use Ki.
His ability to learn quickly and adapt to my teachings was quite outstanding.
Continually scattering your Ki all over your body is truly hard for beginners, Yet Lionel is doing it properly without any signs of difficulty.
After one week....
"Hey, Isn't it about time now?"
Gossiping slaves were heard As I walked through the Blue House Village road.
"About what?"
"You know, The slave admission."
As I walked through the crowd of slaves gossiping, Some piqued my interests, So I solely focused on their conversation and walked slowly.
"The Slave Admission!?"
"Yeah, Dang! There isn't enough room in the village now, Where are we gonna place them?"
"That's not our problem, It's the Chief's responsibility anyway."
After hearing their conversation, It seemed that more slaves will be sent in this Settlement.
So this place is gonna get more lively....
I then went to search for Lionel, But it seemed he was sent by the chief to gather some branches.
So I hurriedly went to the Forest and searched for him.
As I ran through the Northern Forest, A warm breeze welcomed me and tingled around my skin.
A sensation which I didn't really got to experience properly in my previous life...
Since all I did was focusing on how to survive in this cruel world.
But now that it became like this, I'll make sure to try out the things I've longed before from my previous life.
But I still can't let my guard down, Since the Invaders are still out there....
I need more knowledge about outside part of Blue House, I need someone who knows about the Outside...
My plan will be delayed, Since shaping this slaves into refined ones would take alot of time, I guess more that a year...
If only my plan would go smoothly...
Reforming a Kingdom from scratch isn't that easy.
Beyond me there stood Lionel who was currently meditating below on a tree.
It seems he's dedicated himself on learning Ki, I should see his improvements.
"Lionel!" As I walked towards him and waved my hand.
"Bro, What are you doing here?" He asked.
"I just wanted to see how much have you've improved this past few days." I replied.
As he stood up confidently, Clenched his fists, Breathed deeply and Honed his senses.
He manage to mobilize his Ki and released blue smoke like aura steaming through out his entire body and hardened it.
Defensive Hardening...
Those who learn how to master the Flow of Ki can be able to Harden their skin, A Technique which I discovered before, After I experimented with the Flow of my Ki. A Technique which could even block the Sharpest of the Silver and Gold swords which were the best weaponry that the Dwarves had made and took pride of.
By releasing Ki in the Outer layer of the Skin, And compressing it into the skin. The Body that is Covered by the Ki, Hardens and turns into Grey like metal.
But it is only possible when you achieve the Peak of the Hardening Ki.
For beginners, Like Lionel. The Ki that forms on his body should be Color blue and acts as if it is releasing some steam from his body.
The more you practice and learn the Hardening Ki, The more you'll be able to understand on how to deepen and strengthen that Technique.
Hardening Ki is more easier to grasp than the Sharpening Ki.
But for now, Lionel is still commendable, Learning this Insane technique before he could even Cleanse his Ki Core is truly amazing.
Before a person could Cleanse their Ki Core, They should first use Ki In order to fuel their Core, Then soon as the usage of Ki goes, The Flow of Ki continues to circulate on the Ki Core That causes to drag the Impurities of his body into the Ki Core.
Then once the Ki Core is filled with Impurities, Cleansing shall be needed in order to be able to manifest the Ki flow properly without any problems.
"You're doing good Lionel, It's truly surprising." As I spoke and Clapped towards his Improvement.
"You're flattering me bro, Haha. Still, My Hardening Ki Technique is still too shallow. I need to train more In order to Harden it properly." As He scratched his head and replied.
"Yes, You should still keep on practicing, For someday we'll be cleansing your Ki. When the time comes." I said.
"Cleanse my Ki?" He asked.
"Yes, It'll be very painful but you'll manage. It's a must to properly manifest your Ki flow." I said.
"Okay bro, I'll trust you on that. Let's go back to the Village now, I'm done picking up some branches."
"Okay, Let's go."
Then we went back to the Village and had some conversations about Ki.
He asked alot of questions, But He did not ask me on how I manage to learn such techniques, All he did was ask some minor questions about how he could strengthen his Hardening Ki.
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Once Lionel gets Stronger, I'll be able to leave mother's safety on his hands...
And I'll go pursue my Goal on Reforming this Corrupted Empire.
Chapter End.