Published at 18th of July 2022 1:48 am

Volume 3, Chapter 2 - Rebecca's Dangerous Command, Part 15-22

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Part 15

"...I'm ready."

After hearing Lucca’s voice, Ash took a deep breath.

From the time Ash heard the sound of the clothes rubbing against each other from his back, he unconsciously held his breath. That was how tense the situation was just now.. Moreover, Lucca who had stayed in her room for a long time didn't know what season was right now. She started to wear her winter uniforms initially. Therefore some additional time was spent to put on her summer uniform. Ash intently looked at Lucca who was now in her uniform. The beauty of a yōsei together with the familiar uniform, with this combination, Lucca looked like the world's most delicate and charming girl.

"Hey... Where are you staring at?"

Eco who was finally back to her old self, angrily stared at Ash.

"Y-You mustn’t misunderstand! I absolutely didn’t look at her with a perverted thought!"

"...Is that so?"

Ash who couldn't stand Eco’s condemnation, walked towards the door.

"Well, let's go. Rebecca-san and the rest are still waiting for us."

After hearing Ash's urging, Silvia also finally looked upwards.

Then, Lucca said something.

"...You had stepped on it."

Lucca's sight was set on Ash’s foot. Ash confusedly looked down toward his foot-

"Uwa!"

In the end, he nearly jumped on the spot. His right foot had indeed stepped on something. No matter how you looked at it, it appeared to be a girl’s pair of panties. A white pair of panties with pale-green stripes. Opposite to the panicking Ash, Lucca gracefully stepped forward and picked it up. Then, she spread it out in front of Ash. Without hesitating, she lifted up a leg and put it in.

"-!"

The moment Lucca lifted her knee, the things under her skirt were almost seen. Ash was sweating in shock. The school uniform skirt was originally designed to be short. The next second, there was a murderous intend behind Ash.

"It appears... Slaves that do not know how to behave have to be given punishment."

Eco’s body was trembling.

"An enemy of all women must receive the sanctions of the hammer of death!"

Silvia swept away her previous depression and a raging fire ignited behind her.

"Please stop, that was unintentional!"

Ash’s justification was in vain, Eco and Silvia were kicking with their might as well as giving him the iron fist.

"I’m going to crush you!"

“This is the family rule of the Lautreamont family!”

Part 16

"It's really strange; the experiment had obviously not yet begun... how come you were badly bruised?"

Rebecca, who was waiting at the Seventh Dragon House, was stunned after seeing his condition which was like rags and asked him. Behind Rebecca was Angela who was wearing a white robe and Max.

"Nothing important, err... Ah haha."

Ash could only use giggle. But Eco and Silvia were furious. Seeing their faces, Rebecca smiled.

"There is no need to act violent just because of being jealous... why don’t you two try to learn how to be more lady-like? If your personalities are so crude, then you must beware that Ash will be dragged into bed by Jessica?"

Upon hearing Rebecca, Silvia reacted and her face became red hot.

"Dragged into bed- How could the student council president say such dirty words!"

"Haha. I just thought you now looked a little more like a royal... After seeing your useless appearance, Princess Veronica may soon come looking for you."

Silvia became pale and shut her mouth. It was said that a horrible Ogre will capture disobedient kids - this type of story has long been rumored in Ash's hometown. But for Silvia, the Ogre was Veronica. Angela finally spoke with a serious tone as if she was representing everyone:

"Rebecca-san has explained the whole incident to me . This challenge is considered to be foolhardy... Are you ready for it Ash-san?"

Ash felt a chill for being looked through the spectacles. However, if he got scared just because of this, then he will be unable to proceed with today’s main objective. Because what Ash was going to challenge was nothing but a great Maestro.

"I’ll be alright."

"If it is so, then remember to put on your dragsuit! You still remember the rules for the dragon riding academy right?"

Angela with a rare teacher-like attitude reminded him. But Ash had no intention of wasting valuable time on changing clothes.

"Never mind it. I just want to try to have a conversation as a human with Gawain."

Part 17

The Seventh Dragon House was purpose-built for the use of the Maestro. At the same time, it was a sacred place in the campus. Even the building looked more luxurious than the other dragons houses. Judging by its appearance alone, it gave a feeling of a villa owned by a noble. Currently there were five Maestros at the Seventh Dragon House. By rummaging the Ansarivan Academy's history, it was rare for the Seventh Dragon House to be this grand. It also indirectly proved just how unusual was the existence of a Maestro. Rebecca's Pal Cú Chulainn was the one who shone the most. It was as if it was only right to do so because it was sitting in the middle of the Seventh Dragon House.

Facing the huge sacred body, one couldn't help but became amazed. In contrast with that huge body, even large ceilings designed for an adult dragon felt low. Apart from Cú Chulainn and Gawain, there were Silvia’s Lancelot and Max's Arianrhod. For Ash, these two Maestros could be considered as familiar faces. Incidentally, the vice president's Pal was not present.

"Gawain is here."

Led by Angela, Ash and the rest came to the innermost section of the dragon house. Gawain was lying on the ground looking weak. Although its physical size was of a young dragon, its fur was silvery white which proved it to be a Maestro. The dragon horn which looked like a stag was also quite unique and made it looked mighty. But perhaps it was weak, there was no majestic feeling. Ash was worried about Gawain by just looking at it.

"Angela-sensei is there any hope... For a cure?"

"Right now, it's not sick. I think the cause of this is the link between it and Lucca-san had been broken off. As long as there is a supplement of Astral its spirit will be restored."

Ash was slightly reassured after hearing Angela’s answer.

"Lets us begin now -"

Ash wanted to rushed to Gawain, however ..

"Hold on, Ash."

Someone grabbed his shoulder from behind. After looking back, it turned out to be Rebecca.

"We’ll let Lucca and Gawain meet first. Come here Lucca, say hello to Gawain."

Under Rebecca's urging, Lucca timidly stepped forward. But after a few steps, she stopped.

Surely, as an owner, she could touch its fur... Even when Ash thought so, but it seems that Lucca had no such intention. Perhaps after hiding herself for three months, there was probably a barrier between her and Gawain. Or, could she have any better reason for not standing close to Gawain......?

"Gawain..."

Upon hearing Lucca calling its name, Gawain coldly turn its head away and treated her like a stranger.

"Sure enough, there is no other way…."

Lucca was dejected and turned her back against Gawain. She could be seen crying and intended to run away.

"Stop! Lucca!"

But Silvia had blocked her path. Unsure whether she was angered by Gawain’s attitude, Silvia pulled a long face.

"Listen clearly; the ideal relationship between humans and dragons is definitely not harmony, but the status itself. Lucca.... Did you spoil Gawain in the past? From its attitude earlier, Gawain did not seem to treat you as its master. "

Lucca lowered her head without a word. After a long while she finally raised her head.

"Perhaps what you are saying is right… But to me… it is an important family member... I don’t think that there is a need for a master-servant relationship...."

Silvia sighed.

"Me too. I love Lancelot as a family. Yet, because of love, we need to be strict sometimes and discipline them. You mustn't forget this."

"I’m... going back."

After leaving this sentence, Lucca rushed out of the dragon house. Ash clearly saw the moment when she ran away, her eyes were shedding tears.

"I'll give it a try."

As if to sweep away the awkward atmosphere, this time, Ash had officially confronted Gawain. Ignoring the gradually approaching Ash, Gawain remained motionless. Is it because it doesn't acknowledge Ash? Or does it not have the strength to bother with Ash...? Being anticipated and gazed by the crowds, Ash carefully prepared.

Gawain didn't seem to be on alert. This time should be an easy win.... Ash who was confidence made a leap. Gawain was not equipped with a saddle. Like riding on a bare horse, Ash went up Gawain back. Because there were no reins, he could only cling to its neck to maintain his center of gravity.

"Alright, I will start...!"

At this moment, Gawain gave a fierce roar and was fiercely resisting. Being shook vigorously, making Ash's body sent flying out.

"Urggh...!"

After being spun in mid-air, Ash abruptly fell to the ground. Even when he managed to make a roll to reduce the impact, it was strong enough to make him feel suffocated. In between his back and his waist, the pain slowly spread. Gawain who threw out Ash was lying down obediently.

"Ash!"

Rebecca and the other arrived while looking miserable.

"I-I'm fine..."

Ash force himself to sit up. Although his pain had not yet disappeared, at least there was nothing abnormal with his bones. The grounds at the dragon house were soft, which was fortunate for him.

"Ahh, Ash-sama...! My Ash-sama is...!"

"It is alright, it is alright. Please move aside."

Angela pushed the panicking Jessica to one side. With both hands she held Ash’s cheeks and ask questions.

"Did you knock your head?"

"No... My head is all right."

"Don’t look down on me, I have a doctor's license. If you feel any pain or even uncomfortable, try to be honest and tell me!"

"Really... so sensei have a doctor's license?"

"Only that it is a veterinarian’s."

Ash revealed a bitter smile. Angela probably took a veterinarian license because she wanted to study about the dragons. After everyone knew that Ash was alright, the group of people become relieved.

"Sorry Ash, it was because of my ridiculous proposal..."

Rebecca revealed a rare dignified expression and apologized to Ash which made Ash felt uneasy.

"W-What are you talking about! Challenging Gawain is entirely my own idea; Rebecca-san has not done wrong."

"In short, the experiment will end here. I cannot let you to continue to face the dangers."

"No, don’t rush to conclusions! I have my trump card too."

"Trump card?"

"That’s right. When I was dealing with the Necromancia I had failed again and again. Later I succeed with the use of the Ark."

Rebecca crossed her arms with a serious look.

"Hmm... I see. But Ash, as a student council president, I cannot allow you to continue to take the risks. As a teacher, Angela-san also should not permit it right?"

Being watched by Rebecca, Angela replied with a flirtatious smile:

"Me? I don’t have any comment in this. I never get tired of seeing Eco creating the Ark!"

Angela's reply was nothing like what a teacher will say. But she was initially not a teacher but a researcher. Just because she wanted the opportunity to encounter with Eco, she became a teacher. So it was futile to have Angela acting like one.

"From sensei's personality, I’m not surprised for you to say such things.... have you decided yet, Ash?"

"Of course, I have decided to try again."

After Ash promised, Eco exploded in anger.

"Wait a minute! Who allowed you to decide anything without my permission! Again, for me to create an Ark for such a small... are you still sane!"

Ash lightly put his hand on the furious Eco’s head.

"Hey, don’t answer so quickly. What about if I treat you to vanilla crepes?"

"Hmph! I would not be bribed by those kinds of things!"

"Otherwise I’ll add in a strawberry flavored."

"W-What are you joking about! What are you taking an extraordinary dragon for!"

Although Eco didn't promise, but Ash could tell that she was slightly moved through her eyes.

"Yeah, a new flavored crepe is going to be on sale! I remember that... It was chocolate banana flavored?"

"Chocolate banana...?"

Gulp. Ash clearly heard Eco swallowing her saliva. The blow undoubtedly triggered Eco’s curiosity and appetite.

"...I have to tell you clearly, this is an exception!"

After struggling for a moment in her heart, Eco closed her eyes on the spot, and started reciting her spells.

“Almete, Gorjal… Peto, Espaldar, Brafoneras, Faldaje… Escarcelas, Bufetas, Hombreras… Brazales, Codales… Antebrazos…”

Rebecca smiled after seeing Eco started reciting.

"Hehe. You are getting better in controlling!"

“T-This can’t be considered as controlling!”

Ash felt embarrassed and his cheeks were red hot.

Part 18

“Manoplas… Quijotes, Guardas…Grebas, Escarpes…”

Eco's incantation was about to enter its final stage. This was the fourth time she had created the Ark and the way she chanted felt a lot smoother. Perhaps the experience that she had accumulated made her to be more skillful in her technique.

“-Espolón!”

After Eco finished her spell, a divine light filled their entire field of vision followed by a thunderous bang. Ash's body could be seen surrounded by gentle lights. The ‘Seikoku’ on his left hand strangely became painful. After the dazzling light faded, Ash was in a silver Ark. This set of Ark was the same as the first Ark that Eco created when he fought the Necromancia. Although it was an imitation rebuilt from the design that were passed down by the Dragons, it still consumed Eco’s own magic to create the Ark.

"Ahh... the genuine ‘Silver Knight’!"

Jessica was deeply moved like a believer who had witnessed miracles from God.

"The hopes are on you, Ash."

Ash nodded to Rebecca who cheers for him. By turning his back toward the crowd, he again was facing Gawain. Just when Ash moved closer, Gawain gave a warning growl. It slowly climbed up from the ground to stand on all fours and fiercely stared Ash. It obviously was on guard against Ash who was equipped with the Ark.

"Don’t be angry, I just want to have a talk with you alone."

Ash leaped and since the Ark was constructed with a huge amount of magic, it had a variety of additional effects. That was why he could float in mid-air for some time. Ash’s jump had passed the normal height of a normal human and was gliding towards Gawain. Right at the moment, he believed that he could succeed for sure -

"Huh...!"

But Ash had landed on the ground. His sabotons had sunk into the soft land. The area he was standing was the place where Gawain was resting previously.

"Disappea...r?"

Ash was stunned. He obviously thought that he had successfully landed on Gawain's back, but the big thing had disappeared in a blink of an eye as if it had teleported .

"Above you, Ash!"

Rebecca's warning instantly brought him back to his sense. He quickly looked up and saw Gawain. Gawain was clinging to the ceiling on all fours with his head facing the ground. It is exactly like a bat. At that moment, Gawain growled with a roar full of fighting spirit that shook the air around and emitted a breath.

"-!"

Ash immediately crossed his arms into a defensive posture, but he was in the trajectory for the attack. Ash felt a strong pressure of wind and heat and was knocked back. Ash only stopped floating when he abruptly collided with the stone wall.

“Ah…Ark…!”

Ash was suffocating because his Ark couldn't withstand this impact. Suddenly, he had a thought that he had broken into pieces. At the same time he knelled down, the Ark turned into particles of light and vanished...

"H-How is this possible...!"

Just like sand, the Ark slipped passed his fingers. It was but only a mere hit, but the damage was already more than what the Ark could withstand. Ash had long ago heard in class about how destructive the Dragon’s Breath was… Only when he had personally experienced it, it was far more horrifying than what you could imagine. Of course, it was clear that Gawain had shown some mercy. If it really had the killing intent, let alone a mere dragon house, even the whole school would be turned into ashes.

If I’m not equipped with the Ark... Ash shivered just by think about what will be going to happen next.

"Damn!"

The frustrated Ash stare ruthlessly at Gawain. Just like when the winner was decided, Gawain landed on the ground lightly and lied down. But it seemed to detect the hostility from Ash and looked at him coldly.

“Grrrrrrrrrr…..”

And it did not forget to threaten with its growl. Ash wall full of cold sweat and leaned against the stone .

"That arrogant attitude reminds me of somebody...."

Hearing the angry curse, Eco who arrived together with Rebecca and the rest immediately reacted.

"What did you say just now?"

With her crimson eyes staring at Ash, even Gawain had to admit its loss to those frightening eyes.

In the end, because Ash terribly lost even when he was equipped with the Ark, the crowd dissolved. As for what to do to make Gawain accept Lucca- Rebecca declared with a serious tone "A separate meeting will be held to discuss about it on another day."

Part 19

The student restaurant ‘La Tene’ was located in the campus. It was a bungalow built with red bricks for its outer wall. The chimney was its iconic feature. It was open only at weekdays, starting at half past eleven in the morning until eight o’clock in the evening. Whether it was about the dining table or chairs, all of them used the Chevron design, which gave off a feeling of elegance.

"Welcome to ‘La Tene’!"

It was evening. Anya who became a restaurant waitress was busily working. Currently ‘La Tene’ was just like the manager had said, lacking manpower. That was why Anya was busy until she had nearly no time to take a breath. Even so, Anya did not forget her mission - collect intelligence. But she also had used her waitress identity to collect useful intelligence from the conversation with the students. Perhaps she should thank the manager for recommending her to be a waitress. If she had given the infield job that she had originally chosen, there might have been no opportunity to come into contact with the students. As the students here were all breeders, Anya had a little wariness in the beginning. But once she had actually come into contact with them, she found out that they were just ordinary teenagers.

-The peoples of the Knight’s country are really unbearably vulgar.

Especially the boys. They seem to be very curious about Anya who had a foreigner’s look and actively took the initiative to talk with her. Among them, there were obviously guys who didn't have a pure motive. Anya skillfully uncovered intelligence from those guys. Ash was a famous person. None of those who talked to Anya didn't know about him. Some praised him as a wonder student who could easily ride a Pal belonging to others. He was also criticized for being a problem student who caused trouble all day long.

There was also information that he recently received a strong support from Rebecca, the student council president. But, about Ash saving the city by controlling the Necromancia and defeating 'Avdocha the Convict’, none of these students knew about them.

Sure enough, the intelligence is controlled- Anya intuitively though so.

It was probably interfered by the Academy’s Council or the student council. Veronica should also have a thing or two to do with this. On the other hand, there was also useful information. It was said that Ash’s Pal, a young dragon Eco was not a normal dragon, but a delicate and charming girl. This was really unbelievable. For a dragon to be born in a human form, it was unheard of. However, since Ash himself was not a breeder who could be described with normal logic, she didn't feel that it was really unbelievable. No, it should be said that.... who knows if that young dragon called Eco is the key making Ash unique.

If she had the choice, Anya wanted to come into contact with Ash and Eco. Now, Anya as student restaurant waitress had fully blended into the environment. Even when she made contact, Ash would not be wary about her. The point was Ash had never entered ‘La Tene’. Evidently he did not seem to have the habit to dine in ‘La Tene’.

Part 20

After she asked the manager while pretending to have a chat, the manager said that among the regulars customers of ‘La Tene’ students from the middle class family had accounted for more than half of its customers. Students from the upper class family usually go downtown to dine. As for those from the lower class family, they choose the dormitory restaurant where the food was the cheapest. Ash didn't look like a person who came from the upper class, so he should be from the latter one.

-Ding..

At that time, the entrance bell rang. After she saw the face of the guest when she turned back, Anya suddenly gasped.

"It is that guy...!"

The person in the doorway was none other than Ash Blake. There was a beautiful girl in uniform standing beside him. At first glance they looked a bit like lovers - but the girl had a very fresh and refined beauty. Also there were circular stubs on her head. That was a unique horn of a young dragon.

The girl should be the Eco.... Anya secretly made her own speculation.

Part 21

On the way to ‘La Tene’, Eco’s stomach had given out a thundering noise for three times and had frightened the students that passed by.

"That... What is bad about eating in the dormitory restaurant? Not only is it cheaper, but we also can eat until we are full..."

"I'm sorry! But I’m tired of eating the dormitory’s food! Don’t you know that just having a balanced nutrient in the meals is not enough!"

"Haa... it was said that dragons were foodies and it really is true."

Ash moaned and groaned when he recalled the contents of the basic class. Opposite to the description of the barbarian dragons from the foreign folk tales, dragons were artistic creatures and cooking was also taken as a part of art. Soon, Ash and Eco had arrived at ‘La Tene’. After Eco energetically opened the door, they smelled an appetizing smell immediately.

"Wow! What nice smell...! When the school had such a nice restaurant, why do you not bring me here earlier?"

“You want me to go bankrupt! Today is an exception!"

While those two quarreling by the door, a waitress appeared. She was wearing ‘La Tene’s’ signature maid attire.

"W-Welcome to ‘La Tene’!"

The waitress seemed to be newly employed and looked extremely tense. She had a foreign air about her - her tan skin, deep facial contour and her dark hair that was tied up at the back of her head.

"...Nn?"

Ash frowned and carefully stare at the girl's face. As if he had seen her before...?

"T-That..."

Just when the girl was a little reluctant and was muttering-

"Urrrggh!"

There was sudden harp pain in Ash toes which made him jump on the spot. It seemed that it was Eco who had ruthlessly stepped on his foot.

"What are you doing!"

Eco was in a furious temper.

"Who asked you to be charmed by some female! Hey, the female over there! Why don’t you hurry up a little to help us look for a place!"

"O-Okay!"

Ash sympathized the waitress who was given orders by the arrogant Eco.

Part 22

In contrary to Eco who was attentively studying the menu, Ash had long ago decided.

"That... I want a plate of ‘pasta with Allonne's oyster and mushroom'."

"‘Pasta with Allonne's oyster and mushroom’ is that right? Are there any other needs?"

"No, this is enough."

"Will you be full with this?"

As a boy, he really has a small appetite... Anya poked her nose into his business.

"Huh?"

Ash looked at Anya with a puzzled expression. It seemed that, he was surprised for Anya to be this cordial when speaking to him.

"S-Sorry for being nosy..."

After Anya apologized for a number of times, Ash smiled back.

"I don’t really have much of an appetite today. I just had a duel with a dragon and I suffered a crushing defeat..."

"Duel with s dragon? What’s that about?"

When Anya curiously asked, Ash's face clearly stated the words I’m done for. He kept his mouth shut and refused to speak anymore. It seems that it was likely a confidential project of the student council.

"N-Nothing... this is very popular game recently. I’m just playing that game."

"Haha... I also think so."

Even when Anya responded with a polite smile, she secretly thought that this man really did not know how to tell a lie.

"I had decided for good!"

After Eco shouted, she stared at Anya. The pair of charming crimson eyes was reflecting Anya's face.

"...What would you like to order?"

"Two hundred and fifty grams of Chevron beef, lamb chops with herb, fried Allonne's oyster, a half boiled omelet, corn soup... give me all this first for the time being."

"Huh?"

Anya suspected that she heard it wrong and stared at Eco’s petite body.

"What is your reaction about! That’s why I always say that humans are folly and ignorant being!"

"S-Sorry..."

At this moment, Ash spoke on Anya’s behalf:

"Hey, Eco! Please do not bully the waitress! Besides... can you finish so many things?"

Seeing Ash showing his owner like side, Anya started to admire him a little. However, not only Eco failed to calm down, but she also had gotten furious.

"You...! Today I had only eaten three meals! A dragon must eat five times a day! Don’t tell me you have forgotten!"

"Huh... you've only eaten three meals today?"

"I will crush you! It is because of you wasting time on saving that dragon that cannot be saved!"

"S-Sorry..."

Seeing that Ash was going to be trampled anytime, Anya secretly sighed.

"Lucca & Maestro Gawain ~A.S.B. 1365.6~" is closed.

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