Bab 230: 161. Start it already, damn old man.

Prince Lukavv smiled and spoke with a lot of enthusiasm when he remembered the swordsmanship of the other guy, "Yes, I was able to comprehend the sword of thorny paths. I had this skill for a long time but there was no success till now. It was only yesterday when I got some inspiration regarding it when I saw someone else's swordsmanship in the arena. I wonder who was that guy in the arena." 

Bruno was quite surprised as he too tried the technique but was unsuccessful as it needed a threshold in strength to practice it.

He asked Lukavv, "Who was it that attracted your interest, Milord. I don't think there is anyone in the kingdom who can compete with you when it comes to close-combat. Well, it is true when it comes to your age group."