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Chances to Another Life 24. Almost Got Caught!
I ate awkwardly because it was just me and Willem. The rest of my comrades hadn't returned from the infirmary yet, fortunately the military brass had granted a waiver this time for the cadets who were still undergoing treatment. It was now a few minutes past midnight, too late for dinner, but that was just as well, because that was the only time we could finish the mission. Three hours before the deadline! The meal of mashed potatoes and steak did nothing to whet my appetite, I glanced at Willem who was eating quietly. After eavesdropping on the conversation in the hallway, I thought Willem was going to bombard me with questions. Instead, he immediately invited me into the dining room. There were only a few people in the room, the higher-ups and officers weren't even there, just a few soldiers on patrol. I can breathe a little easier because Max and Rey aren't here either. My problem now is Willem. I have to prepare a logical reason if he asks, because I'm sure he also heard when
Chances to Another Life 25. This is What the Poor Smells Like
I roughly wipe the sweat from my temples. My eyes were still sleepy from only a few hours of sleep until the bell rang at seven o'clock to wake the cadets up for training. I had now completed a gentle flight around the barracks grounds with my sweet and cheerful Pegasus. We were instructed to become experts in Pegasus riding, without tips or supervision. Of course, many cadets fell and were almost trampled by other Pegasus because they weren't proficient. As for me, Peace was fortunately easy to work with. Riding a Pegasus was no different than riding a normal horse, in fact, it was easier and faster because these creatures could fly. As I looked up at the clouds swirling in the clear sky, Peace whinnied repeatedly and spread its wings as if ready to meet the sky. However, I quickly pulled back the reins as the military hadn't allowed us to fly far yet. I must have felt strange in this situation. When I looked around, all I could see were a few patrolling soldiers who didn't even
Chances to Another Life 26. This is the Military Commander
It must have been more than an hour that we were out in the hot sun. After lunch, which was not very good, the cadets were told to assemble in the field. After all this time, it was not clear what the military was going to announce. Some cadets were already complaining as they fanned themselves. If we hadn't been given supernatural remedies like mandrake extract, we would have died. It seems like only yesterday I saw a goat eat a wolf, now I don't know what other miraculous things I'm going to see. "Joe? Are you okay?" asked Willem from behind me. "I'm fine. Why?" I asked back. I had cried, but only for a while. Frans calmed me down and listened to my story. Willem looked in all directions. "Well, maybe you shouldn't travel alone from now on, considering the possibilities of what they can do," he emphasized the word 'they'. I followed his gaze to a disorderly group line. The people there were busy shouting and laughing at each other, they were Max's colleagues, a bunch of brats.
Chances to Another Life 27. I Am the Cupid's Love
I wasn't very happy that I had succeeded in beating the military commander, after all, I had done the shortsighted thing to make it work. But I certainly wasn't going to tell the others. My comrades were talking excitedly about how they were trying to attack Cedric. I shook out my dirty, blood-covered clothes to dry. It was getting late, and we were just finishing today's training. "Did you see how Commander Cedric dodged my sword?" Ben said as he demonstrated Cedric's moves, which were even stranger when done by him. Looks like I'll have to prepare to learn swordplay. In the conflict zone, I need to be proficient with all weapons. "I just found out that you're good with a sword. Teach me sometime, okay?" I asked. Ben raised his thumb with a big smile. "All right, Joe! You also have to teach me tactics so I can beat up a military commander!" he exclaimed enthusiastically. I laughed dryly in return. I didn't know what Cedric's weakness was, but for sure he would melt at anything t
Chances to Another Life 28. I Am Buried Alive
"Joe! Stop!"Just as I raised the sword blade to shield my head, Ben's sword clashed with mine, creating a loud clang.I spun around, looking for an opening to counterattack Ben. Then, I kicked his chest. Ben stumbled back, coughing."Are you okay?" I asked, approaching him."I'm fine. You're getting pretty good after just two days of training. But I won't lose, Joe!" Ben exclaimed, getting back on his feet.It had been two days since my encounter with Cedric, and since then, my days were filled with full-day training. In the mornings, I would ride my pegasus and learn to communicate with the creature. Now I could somewhat communicate with Peace; a neigh with lifted front legs meant it was happy, while a series of neighs with lifted front legs indicated anger.During the day, we practiced anything we felt we were not proficient in yet. Hence, Ben and I were practicing swordsmanship in the backyard of the cottage. Although it was called training, no officers supervised or taught us. Th
Chances to Another Life 29. Reading to Get Smart
The library in the military barracks turned out to be comprehensive, spacious, and neat. After sword practice earlier, I immediately headed to the library to absorb knowledge. The military personnel weren't as strict when I mentioned going to the library. Fortunately, they are literate individuals.I grabbed several thick history books and stacked them on the table.Frans, who accompanied me, raised an eyebrow in surprise. He had already picked up a book titled 'The Witches of Swinggelir: The Rytch'."Can you really finish all those books?" he asked, alternating his gaze between me and the stack of books."Maybe. I want to learn," I said, sitting in front of him.Then, I opened one book that caught my attention, containing lists of clans found throughout Swinggelir. Back when I was in the city library, I was too focused on its political intrigue, barely skimming through it, especially while watching a woman named Adellia.Now, I'm genuinely immersing myself in understanding how this w
Chances to Another Life 30. I'm Going Home!
Since joining the military, I haven't complained again about being exposed to the blazing sun during midday. My clothes were drenched in sweat, a result of combat training with Dean that left our faces bruised, combined with orders from the officers for us to gather on the field.Before long, Cedric arrived with other dignitaries and officers, standing tall and fierce before us. Cedric gazed at us with his sharp eyes. I could almost guess what he was going to say."Soldiers, I am truly touched by your dedication to the military training you have undergone," Cedric said.Actually, because we weren't supervised, some soldiers were lounging around or even arguing with each other. Just this morning, I witnessed people arguing and even bumping each other with their pegasus accidentally.I, Joe, tried to be a role model. Whenever I noticed people about to quarrel, I would consciously flee and choose to train elsewhere. Not because I enjoyed it, but I had nearly been stabbed and hit countles
Chances to Another Life 31. The Rytchs and the Cafe
A cup of coffee arrived in front of me, still steaming with its distinctive fragrance. The delicious pastries and cakes on display couldn't revive my lost appetite in an instant either. I don't drink coffee, but in my panic and anxiety, I simply pointed at the drink on the menu. I stared at the coffee, just to take my eyes off Frans' aunt who was still looking at me enthusiastically with Frans frowning in confusion. "Auntie, you're scaring Joe," Frans reprimanded in a low voice. The aunt nudged Frans playfully. "Why didn't you tell me you had a friend like him?" his aunt asked. Frans was even more astonished, taking a quick sip of his lemonade. "I didn't know Auntie's type was a guy like Joe," he replied innocently. "Ouch, you're so stupid!" The aunt exclaimed in dismay. I glanced at them every now and then. I really wanted to run away as soon as Aunt Frans told me that I was from a different 'world'. However, the woman easily put her arm around me and brought me to sit inside
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