Sword Training Continues
On a bright morning, Aldric began Izzan's first sword training session with great enthusiasm. After seeing Izzan's progress in running, Aldric was excited to witness his son's development in swordsmanship.
Aldric (giving instructions with excitement): "Alright, Izzan. Today we'll start with the basics. First, we'll learn your stance and basic movements. Focus on balance and coordination."
Izzan, with his eyes sparkling with interest, followed every instruction attentively. Each movement he made was surprisingly precise.
Aldric (impressed, thinking): "He's following the movements so well. It seems like he's naturally talented."
Meanwhile, Athena, now a part of Izzan, assisted him through holographic guidance.
Athena (gently, in Izzan's mind): "Pay attention to your stance. Your front foot should be slightly ahead, and bend a little for stability. Your hand movements while swinging the sword should be coordinated with your footwork."
Athena's Simulation Panel:
Panel 1: Shows the correct stance, with blue lines highlighting the balance.Panel 2: A diagram of efficient hand movements, with arrows indicating the sword's motion.Panel 3: A graphic of the mana flow connected to body movements, helping control the actions.
Aldric (surprised by Izzan's progress): "Wow, Izzan! You're really doing well. This is amazing!"
Athena (thinking with pride): "Of course, without my help, he'd be struggling."
Izzan (teasingly): "Eh, Athena, I could do this even without your help. It's not that hard!"
Athena (pouting, sounding upset): "Oh? So you don't need me, huh? Fine, then I won't help you."
Aldric (observing Izzan, thinking): "He's still too young for some of these techniques. Maybe this is a bit too complicated for him right now."
Realizing his mistake, Izzan felt bad and approached Athena with a pleading look.
Izzan (apologetically): "Athena, I'm sorry! Please help me. You know everything I need!"
Athena (still sulking, with a cold tone): "Hmph! You said you didn't need my help. Why should I bother?"
Izzan (begging while praising her): "Come on, Athena! You're the best! Without you, I'd really struggle. I promise to pay more attention to your guidance!"
Eventually, feeling touched by Izzan's compliments, Athena decided to help again.
Athena (softly, with care): "Alright, alright. I'll help you. But don't forget to praise me!"
Athena's Simulation Panels:
Panel 1: Shows Izzan's movement alignment with the correct technique.Panel 2: Displays the percentage match of Izzan's technique with the basic moves.Panel 3: Suggests improvements with clear visual aids.
Athena continued analyzing and adjusting Izzan's technique carefully, providing commentary from the background.
Athena's Simulation:
Panel 1: Pinpoints technical errors in detail and offers brief corrections.Panel 2: Suggests additional exercises to improve the technique.Panel 3: Tracks Izzan's progress and highlights areas that need more attention.
Aldric (deciding, speaking with care): "Let's start from the beginning with simpler moves. Slowly building your technique—"
Before Aldric could finish, Izzan, with Athena's guidance, managed to perform the basic sword technique flawlessly.
Aldric (shocked, with wide eyes): "Wow! Izzan, you did it perfectly! I didn't expect you to master it so quickly!"
Izzan (smiling proudly): "Thank you, Dad! And thank you too, Athena!"
Athena (proudly): "Yes, yes, I'm amazing, aren't I? Don't forget to keep praising me!"
A Surprising Sword Training
Under the bright morning sun, Aldric watched his son complete the basic sword techniques with perfect form. Aldric was astonished and deeply impressed by Izzan's rapid progress.
Aldric (thinking with admiration): "This is incredible. This boy is a true genius! It took me a week to master this, yet he's already nailed it."
Aldric paused, reflecting on how unaware he had been of the intense training Izzan had already undergone, including his previous battle experiences and the advanced assistance of Athena. These had made Izzan far more skilled than Aldric realized.
Aldric (speaking to himself): "He might truly be destined to become a great knight."
Just as Aldric prepared to continue the training, Mira, Izzan's mother, appeared from the house, carrying refreshing drinks on top of a small, cheerful golem she had summoned. The golem, small and adorable, carried the tray with cold beverages.
Mira (smiling as she approached them): "Come on, that's enough training for today. It's getting late, and it's time for a break."
Aldric (noticing Mira, a little surprised): "Oh, Mira! I… we were just about to move on to more intense training."
Mira (gently, with care): "That's enough for today. Izzan has done very well. He needs some rest and refreshments. How about continuing tomorrow?"
Aldric (looking at Izzan with pride, then turning to Mira): "You're right, Mira. I agree. Besides, Izzan could use some time to recover."
Izzan (wiping his sweat and smiling wide): "Thanks, Mom. I'm really hungry and thirsty after all that training."
Mira (smiling warmly at Izzan): "You've done an excellent job today, sweetheart. Come, let's rest and enjoy some cold drinks."
Golem (in a cute and cheerful voice): "Fresh drinks! Fresh drinks!"
Izzan (laughing, taking a drink from the golem): "Thanks, little golem! You're so helpful."
Athena (in Izzan's mind, sounding satisfied): "Today's training went very well. I'm proud of your progress. But be careful not to show off too much—your dad might expect even more from you now."
Izzan (chuckling): "Yeah, Athena. I'll be careful."