9 Gilgamesh's Cruelty

While Arturo was not someone who shook the world, he was not lacking in skill either. Otherwise, he wouldn't be on the verge of becoming a sword saint. Many witnessed what happened from start to finish, and they all understood that it was a death that could have been avoided if only there had been dialogue.

Arrogance can be a good trait, but when you don't know how to use it and, on top of that, misjudge your opponent, it can cost you your life. Many felt uneasy as they realized that life could end at any moment. In their eyes, Gilgamesh was merely a member of some noble family who was a fool, but in the end, he turned out to be the fourth prince.

Simon carefully observed Gilgamesh. As a person who had seen the world, he could discern a person's characteristics and emotions with just one glance. However, Gilgamesh, ten years his junior, was unreadable.

Ten years old was quite advanced for someone to understand the intricacies of swordplay, duels, and death. But the young prince Gilgamesh was impossible to have comprehended all of this while confined to his room. Therefore, Simon began to believe that a master had trained the young prince from an early age.

The current Gilgamesh possessed a calm aura as deep as the ocean, and the sensation he evoked in others was hard to describe.

Outstanding sword skills, heightened senses, superhuman strength, a battle aura, an unknown sword style, and much more deliberate movements made everyone doubt the fairness of the battle.

Initially, everyone had wanted to tease Gilgamesh, who was incredibly attractive and seemed exceedingly arrogant. However, in these recent days, Gilgamesh's calmness and arrogance were, naturally, a part of who he was.

"This is a terrible disaster..." Simon panicked as he didn't know how to act in this situation.

"Your evaluation is over; we need to go back home!"

Staying at this moment was like being prepared to face any kind of backlash, as the young man who had just died at the hands of Gilgamesh could have been the child of a great influence.

And the one responsible for all these events stood by, wiping the blood from his hand with a disgusted expression.

Afterward, he said calmly, "My evaluation is not over yet; my official rank has not been announced."

Simon glared angrily at Gilgamesh, truly wanting to give him a beating and drag him home regardless of his opinion. However, he thought about the consequences of leaving in that manner, and all his energy drained away.

"None of this matters; you're worried because you fear the repercussions we would face from this. But he's just a sorry fellow, and no one will seek justice for his death."

"Do you think you're invincible just because you killed a swordsman in the early stages of becoming a sword saint? With all due respect, I seriously doubt you understand the true strength a person can wield. Not to mention other swordsmen, there are countless things that could end our lives. I won't be able to protect you this way, Prince!"

Simon's words were humiliating but realistic. In reality, there was a possibility that the boy he had just killed was the child of an influential figure. And if that man was stronger than them, they would simply be corpses buried six feet under. No one could stop a man driven by grief over the loss of a loved one.

"My dear Royal Guard, there's nothing to recover from." Gilgamesh said indifferently. "If there's something you can't face, I'll handle it without any problem. I want to see with my own eyes who would dare to kill whom. Titled men, crowned nobles, or influential organizations, those fools can't reach the pinnacle of this world and can never dream of killing me."

Royal Knight Simon was at a disadvantage when it came to reasoning with Prince Gilgamesh. This child had just insulted so many individuals with national titles, noble families in the Asura country, and hidden organizations. If they hadn't reached the pinnacle of this world, he couldn't imagine who could.

"You..."

At that moment, a deeply cold voice echoed from a distance. Simon's expression changed abruptly, and he instantly broke into a cold sweat. He hurried outside to see what was happening and found many disciples armed with swords.

"It seems things are getting much tenser, my prince. It appears you've killed someone complicated," Simon worriedly realized. Only now did he regret not summoning more royal soldiers.

At the same time, a crowd entered the training area, led by the most powerful figure present.

"Sr. Elion, your son and the fourth prince had a fair duel. I suggest you maintain composure to resolve this matter as best as possible."

Seeing Elion's expression, Simon knew they couldn't avoid the responsibility that both of them bore. So, as Gilgamesh's Royal Guard, he had to step forward while remaining on high alert.

"Explanations? Then you can explain it to my son, who is dead right now. His name was Arturo ." Elion pointed to his son's lifeless body, his expression incredibly grim.

"No wonder..." Gilgamesh walked slowly toward Elion, locking eyes with him with a cold expression. "No wonder this place was so turbulent and divided. It's because of fools like your son who believe that coming from prominent families makes them someone in this life."

Both Simon and the other instructors grew nervous. There was no one stronger above the King rank, so if Elion attempted to harm the prince Gilgamesh, they would have to hold what they could even if they didn't last long.

"Well, for heaven's sake, a prince like you turns out to be so arrogant toward someone who does nothing but bolster the might of the Asura Kingdom. Did you take this stance out of sheer capriciousness?"

"Merely addressing me in that tone is more than enough reason to kill you a thousand times over, consequences be damned!"

Elion's killing intent multiplied several times, and a battle aura enveloped his body, causing the people nearby to hurriedly step back. After all, Elion was a mighty Sword King, likely on the verge of ascending to a rank that few could achieve in a lifetime.

This time, Simon stepped forward, placing his arm on Elion's shoulder to prevent the situation from escalating further.

"Knight Simon, do not make a mistake!"

Elion channeled his energy throughout his body, causing his entire being to shine with a battle aura that pressed down on Simon, who showed resistance.

"Elion, the Bone Crusher, are you willing to go so far as to throw your life away for these actions?"

Without displaying any emotion, Elion declared, "If you decide to step in to defend that demon, then I will take care of both of you, no matter if I have to give my life in the process."

"Do you speak in that tone to a prince of the Asura Kingdom? Although I don't care what you do, I could crush you right now for uttering those words without any fear in the process."

Gilgamesh, who was being protected by Simon, chuckled lightly and said, "It seems the Water God Style Academy has become arrogant with royalty. I wonder what my father would do if he found out that a member of this academy took such a stance."