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As Eula came in front of the young adventurer, Nolan's level gaze was met with her fair face and soft, moist lips. It seemed that Eula was just a little bit taller than him.
Of course, Nolan was very sure that this was due to the slightly higher heels Eula was wearing.
"As you know from reading that book, Favonius Swordsmanship can be performed seamlessly whether using a single-handed or double-handed sword, so while it is convenient, it also seems rather basic. When one reaches mastery, everyone will incorporate their own understanding to create the Favonius Swordsmanship most suitable for themselves."
There was a faint smile on Eula's face, her lips parted slightly, simply introducing a particular feature of the Favonius Swordsmanship.
Nolan knew that the Favonius Swordsmanship was rather fundamental, but adding his own understanding seemed too early for him, after all, he had just started learning it not long ago.
Eula tugged at her sleeves which had slid up slightly from her crossed arms, covering her fair wrists. She continued,
"I have combined the Favonius Swordsmanship Fundamentals with the dance steps of the 'Dance of the Shimmering Wave' to create my own unique 'Favonius Swordsmanship'.
"So, do you want to learn it?"
She finished speaking with a confident smile on her face.
Although many of the Lawrence family's traditions could be considered remnants of the past, at least the dance called the "Dance of the Shimmering Wave" was pure and noble, bringing peace to one's state of mind. It had given her much solace.
The Favonius Swordsmanship created by combining it could be considered one of her rare treasures, not something she was willing to teach just anyone.
Just because you're Amber's friend, and you're one of my "enemies" that I feel comfortable with," Eula thought to herself.
[Eula Has Developed Good Feelings Towards You, Obtained 45 Affection Points. Current Affection Level Lv.2 (150/200)]
Looking at the sudden affection prompt, Nolan had no idea what admirable qualities Eula thought he possessed.
But it was good news anyway.
With higher affection, it seemed a bit easier to raise it further. After all, it was only natural that it would be easier compared to a total stranger, since there was now some understanding and friendship built.
As for Eula wanting to teach him her own unique Favonius swordsmanship, Nolan naturally wanted to learn it, he nodded with an excited expression on his face and said:
"Of course, I do. This is the swordsmanship of the famous 'Breaking Wave'!"
(T/N: I don't know if it's really the 'Breaking Wave' or not, I did search but did not find anything relevant. If you guys know let me know!!)
The basics of 'Favonius Swordsmanship' were fully detailed in books. He just needed to follow them meticulously.
Seeing Nolan had grasped the basics and had decent talent, Eula didn't have much to instruct either. More practice would naturally lead to proficiency.
"Hmph." Eula lifted her snow-white chin slightly and spoke in a firmer tone, "Since you've agreed, don't give up halfway. Otherwise, I'll let you experience the 'Breaking Wave's' swordsmanship personally!"
"Uh-huh, I'll definitely stick to it."
Nolan's expression was serious, after all, learning the sword was not something that could be done overnight. That meant he and Eula would have plenty of chances to get along with each other, which also represented many chances to gain affection.
"Very well."
Eula hugged her arms, the dark blue necktie pressed against her upper abdomen, following the gently curved outline, slightly revealing an undulating semi-circular rise and fall.
"To learn my Favonius Swordsmanship, you must first pass the dance test. Next, I will teach you the 'Dance of the Shimmering Wave'."
The single-shoulder cape at her back fluttered in the gentle breeze. Eula was very satisfied with Nolan's response.
"Dance of the Shimmering Wave?!"
Although Nolan had prepared himself after hearing Eula's introduction earlier, dance was still quite unfamiliar territory for him.
It seemed he had only learned some basic ballroom dancing back in college elective courses, and had long forgotten it now. Fortunately, Nolan knew from that experience that his body flexibility was decent, and he could manage fairly difficult dance moves.
Moreover, after many strengthening enhancements(Aka Leveling Up), learning the "Dance of the Shimmering Wave" should not be too difficult.
"...Well, I suppose the full Dance might be somewhat demanding for a boy. After all, it is more suited to girls with graceful figures."
Holding her breasts, Eula lifted her right hand slightly, her fingers resting against her snow-white chin as she pondered for a moment:
"You can just learn the dance steps I incorporated into the swordsmanship."
"Ok, no problem."
Nolan nodded gently. He did feel when watching Eula's character demonstration that her Dance was very beautiful and elegant, but only if the person who danced was Eula.
Also, the moves were indeed more suited for girls. If he danced it might be a bit "eye-searing".
If possible, just learning the steps incorporated into the swordsmanship would be best.
"Watch my movements." Eula began her formal instruction, her right leg wrapped in black knee-high leather boots stood slightly forward on tiptoe, and her left leg, which fell behind, did the same.
Her whole body's center of gravity was on the tips of her feet.
Her boots fit snugly along her legs. From the pointed toes, up the calves to the knees and thighs, every section of her legs had wonderfully proportioned soft lines.
"This dance step combined with Favonius Swordsmanship can nimbly utilize the body's full power, gaining a greater advantage in combat."
Eula said as she completed the dance steps.
Nolan watched attentively and closely. Before long Eula finished a complete set of dance steps, looking at Nolan and asking:
"How is it? Did you memorize it?"
"Basically, I've memorized it."
If Nolan hadn't gone through level enhancement he probably would only remember Eula's snow-white legs and elegant, graceful beauty. But now he had memorized everything, it wasn't difficult.
"Oh?"
A trace of surprise appeared on Eula's face. Looks like Nolan's memory was pretty good.
Since he had memorized it, she didn't need to demonstrate again. Eula lightly nodded, brushing aside strands of hair beside her ear, "Then go ahead and practice it once, see if there are any mistakes or omissions."
Nolan didn't realize he had missed a chance to continue watching Eula dance. Hearing her instructions, he imitated Eula's earlier motions and repeated them once.
"Hmm..." Eula raised an ice-blue eyebrow before summarizing for Nolan, "It's very good, that you forcibly memorized the steps, but haven't grasped integrating your body's power, which is most crucial. Of course, no one can understand it immediately. Next, I will correct your motions one by one."
The issues she pointed out were also within his expectations. He really had just forcibly memorized and mimicked the motions, without true effect.
Under Eula's guidance, Nolan continued performing the dance steps, with Eula personally correcting him with hands-on adjustments.
Through the force feedback from Eula's hands making contact and exerting force on his body, Nolan could judge that in terms of power, she seemed much stronger than himself.
His current Level 10 self still had a huge gap compared to Mondstadt's top combat strength. Although likely much stronger than an average Favonius Knight, without testing he didn't know by how much.
Maybe I could ask Eula to help me test it?
(End of Chapter)
To be continued...
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