Asuka of the Scarlet Sky

Chapter 49

Haaaaa!!

Along with the spirited cry, the sound of the wind being cut resounds in the are.

In response to the weight, Asuka quietly stared at the tip of the sword.

Without trembling, the sword stopped precisely. Then, Asuka slowly raised the sword to confirm the movement.

Asuka vomited a thin breath while remaining posed.

Energy went out

Asuka was a bit surprised as she heard a voice from behind. When she turned back, Yuuto was there while rubbing his sleepy eyes.

Yuuto. Whats wrong, arent you early

I do wake up sometimes too. Asuka-sama is doing morning training again?

Yuuto paid attention on the black sword beside Asuka. While wiping off the sweat with her sleeve, Asuka answered in a refreshed voice.

The gravity sword lent to Asuka is a treasure tool that can manipulate the weight of the main body of the sword. It might look light but its current state is surpassing 300 kilos.

Whats going on with women in this world? Yuuto stared at Asuka in a tired manner. Yuuto had that glance but Asukas exhausted voice erased it.

Again?, You Im doing training everyday

Uee Thats troublesome. Isnt that okay even if you dont train yourself

Thats Yuutos true feelings. Yuutos best masterpiece, the Scarlet Sky means that Asuka originally dont need to train. Even her physical strength is reinforced by the armor.

Wellyeah. Its not that I trust your treasure tool

Yuuto nodded in Asukas argument. Asuka knows the most that her own efforts dont have meaning.

But, theres nothing better than doing it. No matter how splendid your equipment is, if the user is a trash then thats that

Haa. Thats right but

Even Yuuto knows what Asuka is trying to say.

In truth, Asuka is growing. Even though its said that Ristys sword skill is superior, Ristys warfare is progressing.

Even without the Scarlet Sky, Asuka right now wont be that far away from Risty.

He wants to tell her that but Yuuto hesitates.

Are you taking a breather?

Asuka also tries to say something but she stopped. Looking at it, Yuuto suggested something to Asuka.

Eh?

Asukas eyes widened and Yuuto had his first smile in the day.

While Asuka has her eyes wide open, A boastful voice inside the Trishulias castle lounge has echoed.

Well, that being the case. He came to court me

Among them is one with a long blonde hair and a ribbon that looks like rabbit ears jumping around.

While hiding the loose expression of her eyes under the mask, Thunderbolt entrusted her weight on the back of the chair.

Ee, you were confessed to by a man. Thats amazing. Thats the first time I hear such story from you

Fufufu, Well, for a Hero like me? Its quite hard for men to be suited to me

Even though Thunderbolt is acting arrogant, Ruby opened her mouth.

But, Im glad. Whos that guy? Is he a hero?

Considering Thunderbolts tone, Its quite a high hurdle. Furthermore, its true that she hates heroes. Unexpectedly, Ruby was curious if he might be in the same business.

Kufufu, well yeah But hes a lower rank. Can you believe it? 800th rank, 800th rank. Isnt that great that hes an overachiever?

Thunderbolts cheeks loosened suddenly as she saying that. This is finally a major event, Ruby leaned her big body over Thunderbolts.

Eh. Isnt that amazing? Whos that guy? Tell me

Nn. Fufufu, I wonder. Hes quite shy

Thunderbolt crosses her air arrogantly, Ruby thought that this has become interesting. He doesnt know how praiseworthy he is but to make Thunderbolt fall in love. Or was he just misunderstanding because of the appearance, whether its one of her guess or not, Ruby waited for Thunderbolts answer impatiently.

It cant be helped. Ill tell only Ruby. Make it a secret by all means okay?1

I know, I know. Then, whos that guy?

Ruby felt her heart throbbing a little. Somehow, she also has no experience with men. Ruby swallowed her saliva as she didnt expect Thunderbolt to be ahead.

Thunderbolt accepted Rubys glance and she twisted her body bashfully.

Err, you see. H-Hes Yuuto-kun

Hoo. What a good name. Wait, Yuuto?

Ruby inclined her head to the name Thunderbolt spoke up while matching her fingers. Its an unusual name but she heard it somewhere.

Hey. Wait a moment. Could it be that Yuuto is the Yuuto thats Asukas henchman?

Eh? Nfufufu. Its exposed? Thats right. That Yuuto-kun

Ruby had sweat dripping as Thunderbolt looks so happy. What is this fellow saying, Ruby sent a look of disdain on her best friend.

Hey, hey, no matter how you dislike Asuka, Youre stealing someone elses man. I misdudged you

Hey, dont say something disrespectful. I didnt do anything. Hes the one who courted me

Thunderbolt objected immediately, Ruby had suspicious eyes. But, Thunderbolts tone seems to be true.

Ruby remembered the face of Yuuto that she only caught in a glimpse. He has a lot of courage to be two timing on high ranking heroes, Ruby looked at Thunderbolt like its a misunderstanding.

Actuallyhe saw me nude

Eh!?

Ruby opened her wide eyes on the blushing Thunderbolt. Isnt the development too fast? She anxiously looked at Thunderbolt.

H-He was passionate. H-He said that Im even more amazing than Asuka-san. Because I was surprised with the suddenness, I told him that if he wins the match, he can do me as he like

Thunderbolt had not said a lie, Ruby listened with her heartbeat getting faster. The situation has progressed more than she thought, Ruby with no experience with men blushed unintentionally.

What about the match? D-Did you lose?

Gulp, Thunderbolt looked down bashfully.

H-He was wonderful. I came again and again. H-He even used a tool

Tool!?

Also, the maid

Maid!?

Its a world Ruby can no longer imagine. Thunderbolt has climbed the stairs of adulthood in a dash, Ruby stared at her while saying Hau, hyaa

B-But. That doesnt change that hes Asukas man? Im worried about you as a woman close to you. Isnt he two timing?

H-Hes not!2Yuuto-kun isnt that kind of person. He said that hell tell Asuka-san properly

Thunderbolt frowned from the way Ruby is speaking. Recalling Thunderbolts words, Thunderbolt had her cheeks grin.

I-Isnt that amazing!? Why are you the 10th!? You shouldve been on a higher place

Certainly, Yuuto said those things to Thunderbolt. And, Asuka is the 9th place thats above Thunderbolt.

In short, He said that she should be above Asuka3

He praised Thunderbolt-san that has even superior range for being more useful than Asuka that only wields her sword

O, ou. How about the manner of speaking

Ruby is a long time friend. If this place is corrected into Thunderbolts brain..A dry throat swallowed.

He said that my ability is amazing. He said that Im not unfair. He gripped my shoulder. Kufu, kufufu

Thunderbolt looks so happy, Ruby scratched her head as she doesnt know what to do. Though it seems that its two timing but Thunderbolt doesnt mind it.

Well, Hes two timing on Asuka-san I guess. Being separated suddenly is impossible after all. We even reconciled. But, I feel anxious. He probably has his thoughts filled with me right now. I wonder how wont it be terrible for him to separate from Asuka as hes drowned in my charm

N? Ah, yeah Right

What should I do, Thunderbolt was seriously worried, Ruby had distorted her face making a complex look. As usual, where does she get this kind of confidence, Ruby stared at Thunderbolt intently.

Oh, the dilemma. I want to get along with Asuka-san but Yuuto-kun is crazy for me From your ability as a hero to your charm as a woman, Thunderbolt wont loseHe said, Asuka-san might not be able to recover.

Thunderbolt spits a sigh, Ruby folds her arms. For Ruby, she wants to help Thunderbolt. After all, if she let this chance pass, it would be impossible for the rest of her life.

Hey? Does Yuuto really love you?

Isnt that obvious? Hes all over me

Well, is that so?>

Saying that, Ruby nodded. With the absence of a reply, Thunderbolt raised an uneasy voice.

Oh, Yuuto-kun. Those serious eyes. Among the men Ive met until now, Youre the most charming and youre wonderfulhe said. Theres no doubt

Thunderbolts worried maidenly face, Ruby was somehow pleased. Though it seems to be a complicated love, this kind of things must be adult love. Ruby used herself as reference and gave Thunderbolt a blessing.

Oh. It seems that youre talking about something fun, Thunderbolt

Then, a cold voice echoes in the lounge.

Thunderbolt turned towards the face of the unusual voice.

Oh, Risty-san. No, that. Its not a big deal

No, its very interesting. Let me in too

Risty grins and Thunderbolt was Ee~ What should I do4, smiled happily and pulled the seat next to her.