บท 54: Departure

"... Should I know why those are here?" Zaos asked.

"You are always reading books, you should know what this is about," Laiex frowned. ".... This is the equipment you are going to use from now on."

                  For the first time in his life, it looked like Zaos was going to use a real sword. He couldn't help but gulp after hearing that. While he has been training to become a powerful warrior, it was the first time he would swing a weapon that could take someone else's life.

"Most boys begin their sword training when they are five years old, at least that is the truth when it comes to houses like ours who have a long history with warfare," Laiex continued. "However, those of common birth start when they are around ten, enlist in the army and begin their training. They also gain an exact set of gear like the one inside the chest."

"Wait… does that mean…" Zaos furrowed his eyebrows in surprise.