The next morning.
Noel was standing in front of the kids. He had agreed to the duel Eric wanted. But Noel had made a condition.
They had to attack him at the same time.
All eleven kids were standing side by side while holding a wooden sword.
"I think you have learned about this from the Demon Banner Army, but I'm going to repeat it. There are three things you need if you want to become stronger and fight bandits and demons. They are Swordsmanship, connections, and resources.
"Connection can be made in the future when you eventually venture out of the city. Resources are the same. You have to make your own money and buy your own things, especially the Demon Crystals. You need them to get stronger.