Chapter 174.4
Chapter 174: The True Motives of the Former Gladiator and the Slave Dealer (4/4)
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That’s the reason why he ‘can’t swing his sword like he did before’ . And yet despite being unskilled at magic and despite originally not being a magic warrior – someone who used magic alongside a weapon – Ox Lord still managed to quickly make enough progress with the spell that he is now able to fight with it in close combat . That is a ‘boon’ brought to him by his ‘obsession’, Moulton says .
“I see . So, tell me . Exactly what is it that you’re trying to accomplish? Your slave is not without faults . No . But if you’d just explained his situation better, then you would have surely found a buyer munch sooner . ” [Reinhart]
“As I’ve said from the start, the reason I recommended him was because I judged he was a good purchase for Takebayashi-sama . Ox will be elated to have a workplace where he can use his sword to his heart’s content, and I’m sure he will be even more elated to have an owner whose abilities are above his own . But above all… There aren’t many who can stand side-by-side Takebayashi-sama . ” [Orest]
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Moulton intentionally paused for a moment before completing his sentence . When Reinhart heard that, he opened his eyes wide in surprise .
Serge and Pioro were equally surprised and looked at Moulton .
“Just who is he? The more I know, the more mysterious he becomes . It’s not just his actions or his way of thinking… Even his abilities are far too advanced for his age . I’m sure he has many people like yourselves who he can see as his equals and call ‘friends’ . But when it comes to abilities, especially in combat abilities, there aren’t many who are qualified .
From my investigations, I’ve found out that he’s been getting along with the slum children his age . I hear they have a relationship akin to that of an instructor and his students . But is that really a good thing for a child his age?” [Orest]
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“…Are you saying that you’re thinking about Ryoumkun’s growth as a child?” [Reinhart]
“He is also at a sensitive age . Ideally, it would be best to have someone his age to accompany him, but asking a child his age to stand toe-to-toe with him in skill is simply too cruel a task to demand . So at the very least I wanted to leave an ambitious slave beside him that was close to his level . ” [Orest]
“I never thought I would hear such words come from you . ” [Reinhart]
“So you weren’t just messing around because you thought Ryouma was interesting and you wanted to observe him more . ” [Pioro]
“How rude . It’s true that I like to watch people, but I would never get in the way of a child’s growth . If anything, I want him to grow while treasuring the experience and happiness that he can gain while still a child . ” [Orest]
Moulton declared sincerely .
“…I see . Sorry for doubting you . ” [Reinhart]
“But of course, what I really want is for him to become a regular at my store . That way I’ll be able to observe him more . ” [Orest]
“Wait just one moment! In the end, that’s your objective!? And here I was feeling sorry for you! Give me back my sympathy!” [Pioro]
“Orest, a guy like you is seriously…” [Reinhart]
“Please keep things in moderation… Okay? In moderation…” [Serge]
Moulton’s sudden change in personality caused the three to reveal their anger and exasperation .
Meanwhile, while they were bickering, Fei, the only one of them who kept on watching the match, informed them that the battle had concluded .