Seeing Liens practice his sword, Atel also curiously paid some attention.

At first, she didn't care much, only taking a few more glances, then she refocused her attention on running.

But as she ran, she habitually pondered in her mind how to counter Liens's Sword Style, and then she froze.

She suddenly realized that Liens's Sword Style was very unusual.

So, she gave up her morning run and stood quietly not far from where Liens was practicing, carefully observing every sword strike Liens made.

Gradually, she noticed that Liens's Sword Style had a harmonious sense of integration with the surrounding environment; she even faintly felt a gentle breeze blowing around Liens.

"Momentum"

This was a thought that arose in Atel's mind.

Just like a storm stirring up waves, or a flood carrying mud and sand, in her perception, Liens's sword seemed to draw upon the power of the surrounding environment, causing it to pour out with the sword.

"How impressive! I didn't expect such a Sword Style master to appear in this town after five years away."

"This kind of Sword Style, perhaps even the Knight Order Commander doesn't necessarily possess it."

Atel couldn't help but exclaim in her heart.

She really hadn't expected such a Sword Style master to appear in the remote Hughes Town, and as a Sword Style Teacher at the Knight Academy at that.

This level of skill, let alone teaching those students who haven't even passed the Knight assessment, she felt that teaching her wouldn't be much of a problem.

Amidst her inner astonishment, Atel watched Liens practice his sword even more intently, not even noticing when other people arrived at the external training grounds.

"Do you guys feel like this scene looks a bit familiar? It feels like we saw it a few months ago."

A student complained weakly.

"Who is that beautiful woman? She's so pretty, I feel like she's no less beautiful than Nimophila Teacher."

"She seems to be a new teacher. Didn't the academy hold a welcome banquet in the cafeteria last night? It's a shame they didn't let us attend."

"She should be a Sword Style Teacher. The academy has been recruiting new Sword Style Teachers ever since Teacher Locke left."

"Sword Style Teacher, huh... I wonder how she compares to Teacher Heier? Although this new teacher looks very pretty, if her Sword Style isn't good, then don't waste everyone's time."

"Exactly. I'm not discriminating against women, but if her skill isn't even as good as Locke's, she should just stick to being a pretty vase for cheering."

The students' noisy discussions finally disturbed Atel, who was observing the Sword Style. Hearing the students talk about herself, she frowned slightly, but she didn't directly refute their remarks.

She knew clearly that actions spoke louder than words in breaking prejudice.

She didn't enter the Royal Capital Knight Order by speaking well, but by her Sword Style... If it weren't for the curse on her, she wouldn't have resigned from the Knight Order.

After a few thoughts, Atel no longer paid attention to the students' words and continued to carefully observe Liens's Sword Style, to see if she could comprehend anything from it.

After a brief discussion, the students who came for morning practice also temporarily put aside their gossip and began their morning exercises.

Their morning exercise methods varied: some, like Atel before, chose morning runs, some chose to practice swords with Liens, and others swung their fists to train arm strength.

Those who could get up early for morning practice were generally ambitious students; their goals were more steadfast than ordinary students.

Therefore, regarding others' affairs, at most, they would only curiously discuss a few sentences.

The remaining energy was focused on how to improve themselves and how to pass the upcoming Knight assessment.

Although it was an exaggeration to say that passing the Knight assessment would make one a superior person.

But as long as one could pass the Knight assessment, even if they couldn't join the Royal Capital Knight Order, having this certification would allow them to find many good jobs.

Even joining the militia in Hughes Town meant starting at the captain level, and subsequent promotions were even easier.

Therefore, as long as they were young people in the Neil Kingdom, especially those from ordinary backgrounds, they generally flocked to the Knight assessment, treating it as an opportunity to soar.

This was also why students still greatly respected Liens, even though his teaching attitude wasn't serious.

This wasn't just because Liens was powerful; even if he wasn't serious, his teaching level was far superior to Locke's by many grades.

Especially after many students successfully defeated Locke under his guidance, their respect for him deepened even further.

Consequently, when they learned that a new Sword Style Teacher was coming, many people's first reaction was rejection.

They didn't think the new teacher could compare to a master like "Teacher Heier"; most likely, she would just waste their time, like Locke before.

If Atel hadn't been so beautiful, their words might have been even more intense.

They might have said things like, "What trash, how dare she compare to Teacher Heier? Just watch, I'll defeat him with one sword later and show him his true level."

Time passed, and the sun finally climbed into the branches.

Liens stopped practicing his sword, glanced at Atel who was standing in thought not far away, and then turned to leave the external training grounds.

Although Atel's talent was very good, and she had reached the realm of "Sword Style," as an ordinary person, she was too weak and couldn't stir up any of his fighting interest.

It would have been great if Atel were truly an Extraordinary One at the Grand Magician realm, as he had initially guessed.

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Although he would then be somewhat worried that she might threaten his Life, with such a strong person around, he wouldn't have to leave Hughes Town so quickly.

"Teacher Heier, wait."

Atel quickly ran to Liens's front, stopping Liens from leaving the external training grounds.

"Is there something you need, Teacher Atel?"

Liens politely asked Atel's purpose.

"Teacher Heier, I want to have a match with you... I know that with my Sword Style level, I can't be your opponent, but I sincerely hope you can give me this opportunity."

"I want to know the gap between us. I want to see clearly what a higher level of Sword Style is truly like."

"Please give me this opportunity, I beg you!"

Atel respectfully bowed to Liens, then seriously gazed at the man who looked a few years younger than herself.

Liens originally intended to casually brush her off, but seeing Atel's earnest attitude, he suddenly remembered himself desperately seeking guidance from the instructor in the training grounds.

At that time, due to his craving for "Sword Style," he constantly used his body and his Life to exchange for the possibility of progress.

Although Atel couldn't reach his level, this craving for Sword Style made him see a reflection of himself.

He somewhat understood why those powerful seniors in the novels of his previous Life liked to take extra care of juniors who resembled them.

They weren't helping the juniors, but rather helping their past ignorant and powerless selves.

"Alright... During class, I will have the match you're looking forward to here with you."

Liens responded seriously.

After speaking, he bypassed Atel and left the external training grounds.

Upon hearing Liens agree to her request, Atel also showed an excited smile, then left the external training grounds with a serious expression.

She needed to return to her room, retrieve her longsword, and prepare thoroughly.