"People fall in love without a reason, without even wanting to. You can't predict it. That's what makes it so powerful."
— Nezumi, No.6
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Kiryuu, Murayama, and Katase, observing Roy's effortless display, began chattering amongst themselves in awe.
Although Roy had easily deflected Saeko's attack, his gaze held unconcealed admiration. Saeko's swordsmanship had improved dramatically since their first encounter. Her talent rivaled, and perhaps even surpassed, that of Yuuto Kiba from the original story.
"Saeko, the swordsmanship I practice doesn't belong to any particular school," Roy explained. "Or rather, you could say it draws inspiration from various styles, ultimately forming its own unique approach. The key principles are speed, precision, and power. Master these three, and even a casual swing will hold immense power. Like this..."
Roy casually flicked his wooden sword towards a nearby training dummy.
Saeko and the others didn't even see the swing.
But in the next instant, the intact dummy was cleaved cleanly in two. The cut was so smooth it was hard to believe a wooden sword had inflicted it.
"Buchou is amazing!"
"So cool!"
"I knew Buchou was the strongest!"
...
Witnessing such a stunning display, Kiryuu, Murayama, and Katase erupted in admiration.
Saeko stared at the bisected dummy, lost in thought, a flicker of understanding in her eyes.
Roy, seeing her deep in contemplation, didn't disturb her. He led the three girls and Saya out of the training hall.
His primary goal in bringing Saeko to the kendo club was to provide her with guidance. Secondly, he needed to officially register both Saeko and Saya as members, a simple procedure that wouldn't take long.
In the kendo club's main training area, Roy began instructing the female students, including Kiryuu, Murayama, and Katase, in the fundamentals of swordsmanship.
Saya watched from the sidelines, having little interest or aptitude for kendo.
Soon, club activities ended, and Roy returned home with Saeko and Saya.
"We're home!"
"Welcome back, Roy-chan!" Shizuka greeted him enthusiastically, burying his face in her chest.
...
"How was your day? Everything alright at home?" Roy asked, carrying Shizuka to the room where the others were studying magic.
Yuriko, Rika, and Alice were all poring over their spellbooks.
"Roy-oniichan!" Alice cried out happily, rushing over for a hug.
Roy scooped her up, smiling. "Alice, have you been studying magic diligently?"
"Mhm! I studied really hard! Look, look..." Alice nodded vigorously, eager to show off her progress. She held out her small hand, and a magic bullet, the size of an egg, materialized within it.
Roy stared in surprise. He hadn't expected Alice to master the magic bullet spell in just one day. Although it was one of the most basic spells, learning it so quickly was a testament to her magical talent. It had taken him months to learn the same spell.
"Alice, you're amazing!" Roy praised, giving her a kiss on the cheek.
Alice beamed, happier with his praise than with mastering the spell itself.
"Me too..." Shizuka said, not wanting to be left out.
She held out her hands, and a soft, green light emanated from them.
Healing magic!
Roy was surprised again. Shizuka had also learned a spell in a single day.
She looked at him expectantly, waiting for his praise.
"Shizuka, you're amazing too!" Roy said, patting her head affectionately. He then turned his attention to Yuriko and Rika.
The two women looked embarrassed. They hadn't managed to learn any magic in the past day.
"Don't worry, not everyone has their talent. It took me several months to learn the magic bullet spell," Roy reassured them, sensing their embarrassment.
Yuriko and Rika relaxed, relieved by his words.
"Everyone, let's get dinner ready!" Shizuka announced cheerfully.
After dinner, Roy personally instructed the girls in magic.
This routine continued for several days. During the day, Roy attended school with Saeko and Saya, and in the evenings, he taught the others magic.
One evening, however, Roy didn't conduct his usual magic lessons. Instead, he gathered everyone together.
"You've all learned some basic magic. Tonight, I'm going to show you a Stray Devil."
"Stray Devil?" Saya asked, puzzled.
"I'll explain on the way." Roy didn't elaborate further. He created a magic circle, and they vanished from the castle.
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In the next moment, they appeared in a forest.
"Stray Devils were once servants of other devils...," Roy began.
"Like us?" Saya interrupted curiously.
"Exactly! Sometimes, a devil's servant might betray or even kill their master and flee," Roy explained. "Eventually, they lose their sanity and become monstrous beings. These are Stray Devils."
They arrived at a dilapidated house.
"The Stray Devil is inside this house. It lures humans here and devours them," Roy said, pointing at the house.
"Eek! That sounds scary!" Shizuka exclaimed, clinging tightly to Roy's arm.
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