Chapter 46 SPECIALIST CLASS
The castle courtyard lay at the heart of the fortress, a wide stone expanse enclosed by towering walls of weathered gray rock.
The ground was paved with uneven cobblestones, worn smooth by years of footsteps, hooves, and the grinding wheels of carts.
At one end stood the great keep, its massive wooden doors reinforced with iron bands, looming like a silent guardian over the courtyard.
Narrow arrow slits dotted its walls, dark and watchful. Opposite it, a row of stables carried the earthy scent of hay and horses.
Along the inner walls, banners fluttered in the wind, their colors bold and proud, each bearing the insignia of the King.
At the center of the courtyard, a lone man stood calmly with eyes closed while the wind blew soft against his light purple hair.
His hair was weaved in multiple braids which enhanced his manly beauty.
The hair was long and wavy, reaching his waist.
He was tall and light skinned with a small beard on his chin.
He wore no armor, but black leather jacket, pants and boots.
His jacket was opened, revealing his bare sculptured like chest and abs.
A large great sword rested on his back. It's length was incredibly long, similar in height to that of the man.
The hilt of the sword, polished and enchanted with tiny chains wrapped around it, was long enough to be held by four hands. The sword guard stretched in metres, slightly curved while the silver blade was covered with endless and ancient runes that made the sword seamed alive.
The man himself, Sir Apollo could easily be referred to as a god in human form, he was dropped dead handsome.
He was a one star Transcendant, but known as the best swordman in the whole of Avalon.
The sounds of footsteps hit the pavement as nine students rushed in.
Apollo opened his eyes and subconsciously counted the students.
"Nine huh?. I can work with that. The former first years were twenty, so much work"
He muttered.
Roman and the others formed a straight line sideways, with arms behind their back like military soldiers.
"Reporting for duty sir!'
Lan suddenly said.
He was shirtless again.
"Really dude?"
Bryon chuckled
"When did you even take off your shirt?"
Carl added.
Roman stared at the teacher who stood some distance away, and smiled.
Some how, he already liked the teacher before him.
Sir Apollo walked towards them with a smile.
"Hello guys"
He said.
"You guys are looking interesting. I hope you really are?"
"Of course we are. You're looking at the strongest of the first years"
Lan nodded with arms folded.
Lunar smirked.
"Calm it bro. Don't throw us into the dish"
Bryon said.
Sir Apollo laughed.
"You're going to have to prove that with results though.
Tell me, what's your name?"
"I'm Lan, the leader of the first years"
Lan said
"Dude.."
Billy smacked the back of his head.
"Sir Raymond only said you have the qualities of a leader, that doesn't make you a leader"
Bryon said.
"Definitely not my leader"
Sarah muttered
Apollo looked at Sarah then walked towards her.
"What's your name pretty one "
He smiled.
Sarah face turn red.
"Hmm... It's Sarah"
"Your face is red"
Lunar whispered.
She threw him a glare.
"You look like a cat. That's your spirit beast. I know I'm right"
Apollo smiled.
"Yeah..it is"
She slowly said.
"And you have the strength of an elephant"
He pointed at Lan.
Lan smiled widely.
Apollo stood before Billy.
"Yours is a bear with a lesser fire element. Yet your pride is greater"
Billy didn't reply.
His frown remained.
Apollo chuckled and moved towards Bryon
"Huh... you're also a bear. Your ice affinity is great, learn to utilize it properly. I'll teach you a lot"
Bryon nodded.
Apollo moved towards Carl.
"Your Leopard grants you more power than you use. think about that"
"Yes sir"
Carl nodded.
He moved towards Anya.
"Well yours is obviously obvious"
He chuckled.
"Halflings are blessed by nature, thats one thing people don't know. Think about that"
Anya nodded, but remained silent.
Apollo moved towards Lunar.
"Wow, you're a legacy of your own. I once trained with your father"
Lunar rose a brow.
"Wait you know my dad?"
"Everyone knows the famous Lone Wolf, Sir Derrick. I trained in that mountain for a year, so consider me your senior"
Lunar smiled.
"I can call you big brother instead"
Apollo laughed.
"Sure, if you want to. You have an aggressive Wolf"
"You have no idea. The stupid beast has kicked me out of his Inner Space multiple times "
"You need a lot of time to communicate with your beast"
Apollo said.
"I literally have to fight with mine before I gain control. It left me half dead multiple times "
Lan shuddered.
"You have more power than you think, figure it out "
Apollo nodded and moved towards Sylver.
He smiled.
"Your defense is strong. Firm, and your intent is sable.
You're already on your way to becoming someone great. Your turtle is more ancient than you think. I'll suggest scrolling through the academy library on ancient beasts. You'll be surprised"
"I will, thank you "
Sylver replied
Apollo walked towards Roman.
" Tell me, what's your name?"
He asked.
"It's Roman"
Roman smiled
"Roman.."
Apollo paused and smiled.
"The last time I saw you... you were just a baby"
Roman's eyes widened...
TBC