Black Haired King - Chapter 3

..Morning huh. Mnnn! (stretching sfx)

I got up before the sun even rose. It was a daily routine of mineto the point where my body now did it unconsciously.

I changed out of my sleep wear into clothes that are easy to move in, and then

Ill work hard today too!

I went out, holding the sword mother gifted me.

Walking to the courtyard of Baron Glemonds home, once I reached I did a few light warmup exercises.

After, I jogged to warm up my body. A single lap around the courtyard was about 300 metres. I guess Ill run 10 laps.  

After which, I do a few hundred pushups and drew my sword. (TL: That abruptness though)

3 years ago, even holding it was difficult, but lately Ive been able to swing it countless times. 3 years since my mom passed away.

Ever since then, Ive sworn before my mothers grave to do my best that I could; and so Ive made sure to train my body daily.

Still, its only at the level of self-study; only at the level of moving a little bit better than the other kids.

Maybe if I had been able to see other people using swords, it would have been different, but Balt and my elder sister took lessons in magic, so theyve never been taught swordsmanship.

I think Balt was taught a little, but it was only for a moment.

The soldiers of the manor had swords at their waist, but Ive never seen them wield them.

So, for the past 3 years, Ive just put in effort to build up my body, afterwhich, swing the sword around I guess.

The sword was pretty heavy in the beginning, and it felt unsteady,  but lately its been exactly as the book said it would be, losing all its unsteadiness.

Staying true to the basics: Get in stance, Swing up, Swing down. Thats it.

This is what I do on a daily basis, thousands of times.

I also asked my my elder sister to teach me about this world, about magic.

While I learnt about magic, It was heart-wrenching, but I wanted to at least be able to use a little of it.

Firstly, about where I am from. This world is apparently called Grinotia. 1 Year is 360 days, 1 month is 30 days for 12 months a year. Every day has 24 hours.

Every week has 6 days, named after the magic attributes; Fire, Water, Earth, Wind, Dark, and Light, with day of Light being the day of rest. (TL: that last bit might be inaccurate)

Finally, the country I live in is called Albast Kingdom. Its located in the center of the Yumeria continent, surrounded by other countries.

The total population is around 500,000.

The surrounding area was where mid-leveled countries gathered, and there were around 10 similar countries gathered here.

Theres a mountain with a large plain to the south, but the development hasnt progressed because there are too many monsters. All the while, various countries are gunning to develop the south. There seems to be a country beyond it, but to get there youd need to cross the monster infested mountain and then pass through another country, which is apparently not good, so I guess its impossible.

To the north of theAlbast Kingdom, there are several countries joined together to form the Belgirus Empire, to the east is the Melt Faria Kingdom.

These two countries are beyond the Melt river, which has a width of 10 kilometers, but my sister said they are in a situation where their ceasefire could explode at any moment.  But, that doesnt really have anything to do with me.

As for magic, to put it simply, I was taught how to cover my body in magical power.

Its basically the so called body strengthening.

With just this, I can raise my running speed, strength and eyesight.

My elder sister showed me an example, but when I jumped in that form, I was surprised when I was able to jump to the second floor of the mansion.

According to my Sister,  while its true I dont have an element, I have the magical power comparable to a 3 element possessor.

I was very happy when I found out. If I train, it could grow to be comparable to even a 5 element possessor.

After that, I trained by covering my body in magical power and meditating daily.

In the beginning, I didnt really understand what exactly magical power was, but lately, Ive become conscious to the warm current flowing through my body.

I got so over my head from being able to feel it that I thrust into the wall while covered in magical power.Elder Sister was very scary that time.

Mia also got angry at me for it.

Before I knew it, 3 years have gone by.

It seemed Balt didnt have any interest in me anymore, since there hasnt been a time Ive been hit in the last 2 years. Madam Keri also doesnt meddle with me anymore since my mother had passed.

The servants of the house are the same as before, but its better for nothing to happen.

But, this lifestyle ends today.

The reason being, Im leaving the manor.

This year, Elder Sister turns 14, which is the age when noble children attend school.

For that reason, she has to go live in the capital, leaving the Barony  and living in a dormitory.

So, the people who would protect me in here  would be gone.

Until now, my elder sister helped me if anything happened, but that wont be the case anymore.

I guess Gelman also thought the same, so he personally called me earlier to inform me about my sisters enrollment, but also about my disinheritance.

Well, my black hair also played a part in it.

Either way, I gave an immediate reply.

I knew I wouldnt be able to keep my promise to my mom if I stayed.

I thought that, no matter how painful it will be, as long as its a path I chose, I would be able to bear with it.

I also received a bit of compensation from Gelman for leaving.

As for Mia, Ive already asked Elder sister.

Mia was attached to my mom before, but shes also been attached to me until yesterday.

If I left the Glemond Family, Mia would probably be dismissed.

So, she became one of my sisters maids.

My sister likely knew that as well, indicative of when she immediately went to Gelman to ask.

So, Mia is going to be her maid starting today.

Although I made Mia cry, I somehow was able to convince her; Id be able to leave with peace of mind.

Its already time, huh.

Before I knew it, the sun rose, and it was time for the maids to start working.

I had to prepare to depart.

So I headed back to my room, wet a cloth to wipe myself and change.

I had called it preparation, but there isnt really much for me to take.

At most it was just a few pairs of clothes and some money. And then there was this this sword, I guess.

Like that, I began to pak.

*knock knock*

Knocking sounded.

I opened the door and who appeared was-

You were preparing after all, huh?

Sister and Mia

Elder Sister, Mia, whats wrong?

Dont give me that whats wrong, Youre already leaving?

Yes, today is the last day of the agreement after all.

As I spoke, a soft smell of flowers brushed my nose.

Before I had realized it, I my Elder Sister had embraced me.

Im sorry, if only I had talked to Father a bit more, you probably wouldnt have had to leave.

No, I knew this would happen eventually, it just happens to be today. Plus, I was planning to talk about leaving anyways, so the end result would have been the same. Dont mind it, Elder Sister.

After embracing me tightly for some time, Elder Sister separated herself a bit.

At the corner of her eyes, tears welled up.

Redius-sama

Thank you for everything youve done as well, Mia. From now on, serve Elder Sister and live happily, ok?

These werent words youd say to someone 7 years older than you, but they came out naturally.

Mia probably couldnt hold it in, and she began to cry as she hugged me.

Yes! Ill work hard to serve Erishia-sama  (shes stuttering in tears, not sure how to convey in english)

I patted Mias back. My 2nd older sister, stay well.

After Mia and Elder Sister calmed down, we talked a bit while we walked to the mansions gate.

The guards stationed at the there looked at me with suspicion, but I ignored them.

Elder Sister, Mia, Thank you very much for all youve done for me. Please get along happily from now on.

Geez, why do you keep speaking formallywell be able to meet again, right?

To be honest, I couldnt really say yes but..

Of course, Elder Sister. The next time we meet, Id love to see Elder sisters child.

G-Geez, Redius! .Stay well

Redius-sama, stay well!

.Mia, snot is leaking from your nose. Youre ruining your cute face.

Stay well, both of you.

I said as the gate drifted away.

So, what will I do from now on, you ask?

I guess I should go to the adventurers guild, and become an adventurer.

With my current abilities, I cant go to another country if I dont get at least a bit stronger.

Mom, even though Im all alone now, Ill do my best to live.

Please watch over me.