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Hey!

Let's hurry up and get a move on!

Sorry to keep you.

Now, to go out and celebrate the completion of Bojji's training.

Let's eat lots of delicious food!

Yeah!

B-Bojji, that's...

a sword, isn't it?

But that looks kinda big.

Can you really wield it?

Whoa, that's awesome!

Huh?

Huh?

Huh?

What?!

That sheen of sweat and tears

Is unrivaled in allure

So give me a grin

Breathing ragged from exertion

You're sublime without compare

Ranking of Kings

Feeling flat like a drink without the fizz

You slowly melted into languid days

But even a duckling can spread its wings

And dream of soaring the skies as a swan

Rather than wander aimlessly

Let's savor everything that we've awaited

Taking only the shortcuts leaves you unsatiated

Taking your time, taking the hard road

You just couldn't make it

Are you still going to chase the sunset?

Well, run into the distance!

Your muddied boots and muddier footprints surely lead to the future

Now break into a dash!

Breathing torn from exertion

You're sublime without compare

Episode 10

The Prince's Sword

I-Is that supposed to be a needle?!

Y-You're a fraud!

How can you keep a straight face while lying about making him stronger? You're the worst!

What are you going on about?

This isn't deception nor is it lying.

This is what's called "bluffing."

B-Bluffing?!

It's the same thing!

Bojji,

there will be countless times where people look down on you.

Will you doubt yourself and look at the ground each time?

Enough already!

You can sugarcoat things all you want, but reality is different!

Set aside your worries, Kage.

Bojji's skills are tried and true.

Besides,

what good will it do for you, of all people, to doubt him?

You've got a good point.

What was I thinking?

Bojji,

I'm sorry I doubted you.

Still...

what exactly did I see back there?

Thanks.

Thank you.

I have to know,

can he actually fight with that needle-like sword?

You need not worry.

If my theory is correct, Bojji is invincible.

Theory, eh?

Invincible, eh?

All right, here's to Bojji fully mastering the Despa arts!

Cheers!

Cheers!

Despa arts?

What's that?

Ah, hey!

You're the ones who picked a fight with me before.

I'm the oldest brother, Aban!

I'm the middle brother, Layne!

I'm the youngest, Boan!

It's the wild and rowdy Aban Brothers!

Who do we have here?

He's my apprentice in the art of swordsmanship.

Swordsmanship?

Apprentice?

This little pipsqueak?

P-Pipsqueak, you say?!

What's the matter? You angry?

Now, now, just let it slide.

Despa is surprisingly playing it cool.

And so is Bojji.

Not engaging them is the mature response, I guess.

All right, neither will I.

Y'know, having a worthless apprentice like this

is a perfect fit for a camel-face like you.

Huh?! Despa?!

You can mock my pupil all you like, but I won't let you insult me!

Other way around!

N-Now you've gone and done it.

Bring it on!

Whoa, he's so weak!

Now to finish you!

Bojji!

Whoa...

Bojji, you're surprisingly tough, aren't ya?

What's this?

You wanna take me on, do you?

Bojji, not barehanded!

Use your sword!

No, he does not even need his sword here.

Huh?

Bojji will be able to defeat him barehanded.

Despa, did you hit your head?!

Just watch him.

You think you can mess with me, you little pipsqueak?

Huh?

What was that?

Oh no, that punch didn't do anything!

Huh? He's laughing.

He's laughing over Bojji's punch.

Brother!

S-Stay back!

What the hell did you do?!

How the heck?

We all have different weaknesses.

Why, you!

You little runt!

The jaw, you see, is the perfect target to jolt one's head and induce a concussion.

A concussion?

He uses the power of his opponent coming at him to make up for his lack of power,

allowing him to score a precise hit on their weak spot.

This is the magnificence of Bojji.

Despa!

I'm sorry I doubted you!

I'll never doubt you again!

Right...

You little jerk, pulling tricks on us like that.

Hold it right there!

If you're going to take up a weapon,

is it fair to say that you're prepared to give up your life?!

What?

Bojji!

Draw!

You little bastard!

Brother!

H-He killed him!

Splendid work. He's out cold.

Out cold?

You two, take him away.

Despa, what exactly did Bojji do?

Right, allow me to explain.

Ow!

Wh-What are you doing?

Ah...

There is a pain receptor there. A point that feels pain.

Pain receptor?

Now then,

how about here?!

D-D-Despa?!

I'm fine.

Huh?

If you avoid the pain receptors, it doesn't hurt in the least.

You can also avoid any blood vessels.

Bleh, that looks kinda gross.

Living creatures are wondrous things, you see.

Bojji uses that wondrousness to knock his opponent out.

To knock someone out, you must stop their brain momentarily.

That so?

To stop their brain momentarily, you can stop the flow of blood to it.

With his needle-sword,

Bojji can stimulate these nerves while avoiding vital organs and cause blood vessels to dilate.

As a result,

the heart can no longer push the blood up into the brain, rendering them unconscious.

Put simply, Bojji can defeat an opponent while leaving them completely unharmed.

Oh, th-that's awesome!

That's awesome, Bojji!

That's your sword style, all right!

And on that note...

Bojji can easily take the life of his opponent at any time.

Whoa, Bojji...

you have gotten stronger, huh?

Good for you, huh?

Has he?

Kage, what kind of strength were you really seeking?

Huh?

The strength you sought was a great power to protect others.

The sword of a king—able to save the meek and shame the mighty.

Is that not the kind of strength you were looking for?

Y-Yes, yes, it was.

But people's hearts are weak, so...

Don't worry.

Bojji is sure to be fine.

The first thing I taught him was mental fortitude.

Bojji, what are the rules for one who carries a sword?

Number one!

Number two!

Number three!

Indeed!

Make sure that you never forget them!

Fantastic!

Fantastic, Bojji!

Despa!

What'd he say?

Beats me.

Above all else, Bojji possessed a righteous heart from the start.

Th-That's right!

Bojji, you're amazing!

By bearing these rules firmly in mind,

your skills will continue to increase,

and you will grow stronger in both body and mind.

Also, your life will shine bright, and you will enjoy yourself.

Very well.

Thank you very much!

Okay then, let's eat.

Man, I'm stuffed!

I just remembered there's something I need to do.

You two go ahead without me.

Huh?

Okay.

Attention!

Please, just take it easy.

At ease.

I know it was an act, but I'm sorry we hit you in the face twice.

No need to feel sorry. I asked you to do so,

and as a result, I got to see Bojji in an actual fight.

For your trouble.

I cannot accept!

Is that so?

Prince Despa.

I was more powerless than I thought I would be.

Hmm.

The moment he picked up that sword,

I knew right away that I could not win the fight.

When we get back, you've got training to do.

Huh?!

Please overlook this, Captain!

Still, Bojji's true power is even greater than this.

What?

He has acquired a skill that's even more impressive.

Though I don't expect him to put it on display terribly often.

Hey, Bojji. When I think about it,

I know you learned how to strike an opponent's weak spot thanks to Despa,

but how in the world did you ever get so fast?

Huh?

Mitsumata? That giant serpent?

Well done, Prince Bojji.

However, you still have much to learn.

You still rely on your eyes.

You must sharpen your other senses.

Then, you must become able

to sense the presence of things through the movement of air on your skin and dodge them.

What's happening at the castle?

Queen Hiling was attacked by monsters from the underworld,

but Master Dorshe risked his life to protect her.

Afterward, the mirror appears to have headed into the underworld.

King Bosse has taken no action.

Master Apeas is guarding the gateway to the underworld.

I can't do this alone.

We are here, are we not?

I am the Snake Handler.

I love you guys so much, I can't stand it.

Please don't fight for me.

Master Bebin, we would do anything for you.

Where is Prince Bojji?

Oh, I've heard that he has completed his training and has grown a great deal stronger.

Prince Despa is a master of his craft.

Indeed, he is.

I see. Prince Bojji...

Master Bebin.

I know that you are indebted to Prince Bojji,

but I believe that Prince Daida is more suited for the throne.

Your training of Prince Bojji and teaching him how to read lips has not been very well received.

Indeed, Prince Bojji may not rise to the caliber of a king.

However, as the boy grows, I am certain that he will save many people.

In fact, Prince Daida himself will be counted among them.

Prince Bojji will save Prince Daida?

Is that a prophecy or just your wild instinct?

I couldn't say.

I just have a strong feeling.

The king's triumphal return, huh?

It may end up coming to that.

If Mitsumata is the one who trained you,

then Bebin probably knows about it, too.

Bojji, as it happens, Bebin told me something.

Apparently, your kingdom is wrapped up in a huge conspiracy right now.

No, I don't know what's gonna happen, but...

he told me "Make sure to keep Prince Bojji safe."

But don't get the wrong idea.

My loyalty is to King Daida, first and foremost.

I have no intention of making Prince Bojji the king.

You'll understand later why I'm helping him.

Bojji, what do we do now?

Go back to your kingdom?

Bojji.

Don't tell me you're suspecting that old biddy, are you?

Kage...

Bojji, you have no courage!

The courage to believe in others.

Hey...

Hey!

Bojji!

Y-Yeah...

Okay.

Let's go home, Bojji.

Don't leave me all on my own

I wonder when I became so accustomed

To days of bearing such heavy burdens

You can put the hard stuff off till later

'Cause the night is awaiting lonesome little me

Don't let me feel so torn

By desolate solitude ever again

When remembering those nights

Please don't call it loneliness

If you're feeling vulnerable

I'll be vulnerable with you

So if you're just acting tough

I'll softly embrace all your weakness

I won't let you feel alone