Flames shoot up with a bang.

　It was not screams but cheers that erupted from the pillars of fire.

　The flag of the kingdom, and a banner with swords and knives, signifying a martial arts tournament. Between the flags on the outer wall of the arena, a magical pillar of fire rises.

　The flames that shot out from the top of the wall, which was over fifty merets high, seemed to pierce the very heavens, reminding us of the current excitement in the capital.

　The spectator seats that surrounded the field in a mortar shape were higher the farther you got from the arena. Every seat had a view of the battle.

　Although the special seats in the front were reserved for people of high rank, such as the royal family, the royal family, and the members of the royal family.

　Even so, the seats were filled to the brim, making it a spectacular sight even from the field.

　The amphitheater, designed to hold up to 5,000 people, however, was filled to its perimeter and even the main street around the Colosseum by citizens who wanted to feel the heat alone.

　The heat inside the amphitheater was so intense that I was sweating just standing there.
　Nevertheless, the fact that the sun did not shine directly on the seats in this sunny weather was a feat of design, if I may say so.

It's even hotter than the Colosseum in the principality. ......

　The young man, Futa, grumbled.
　A one-seater wooden chair without cushions, but with a comfortable seat.
　There is also an elbow rest and a waiting area for the attendant.
　Since we had been informed in advance to bring our own cushions, we were able to look at the field in relative comfort.

　The field below us was crowded with people.
　As it was the opening ceremony, all the swordsmen participating in the preliminary round were gathered on the field.
　There were more than two thousand of them. But the girl who runs the company said that the number of participants was much larger than expected, so the qualifying round would be even tougher.

　The self-proclaimed guardian of Futa, who was competing in the qualifying round, was even more determined after hearing this.

　I'm not sure where she is," he said, looking around the field - though Futa gave up early on.

I'm glad I got a discounted seat at .......

　In the event that you're looking for the best way to get the most out of your business, you'll be able to find the best way to get the most out of your business.
　Unlike the Colosseum in the Principality, no one had prepared banners or music, but that was just proof that people had come to see something interesting rather than the fame of the players.

　I want to see something interesting. I felt as if I had been shown the high promotional ability of pasta, which maximized this curiosity.

"Well. I don't want to sit in the general audience, either.

　said a voice from next to me.
　That's the way it is in the general seating area. Even though the seats were reserved for the general public, I could only hear the mumbling of the person next to me.
　Futa was relieved to see a familiar face.

"...... Hey, Mr. Richter.
What?
"............ Have you lost weight?
You can honestly say you've lost weight. Ha, ha.
"Oh, ......, .......

　Hooter covers his face. I don't know why I should be the only one feeling down in the middle of all this excitement.
　But there's nothing I can do about it. A young man of similar age, with puffy cheeks and dark circles in his eyes.

　The fact that he is dressed in a freshly-dressed, glittering aristocracy makes him look sad.

Is there no greeting for me?　It's about to start!
"Uh, yeah, well. How are you, Prim?
What the hell is wrong with you?　I'm fine!　What did I do wrong to you?
You can think of me as the root of all the evil that created this mess of a person in front of you.
You can't just come up with a bunch of bad words.　Did you say the root of all evil?
No, it's .......

　With a trembling finger, he pointed to the young man sitting next to him.
　It's also a great way to make sure that you're getting the most out of your vacation.

　A tear trickled down her cheek. The tears dripped down her cheeks because of her puffy cheeks.

"Do you understand ......?
It's kind of ......?
In the event that you have any questions concerning where and how to use the internet, you can contact us at the web site. ......
It was several times worse than I expected.
The barbarians are interfering with my eating habits day by day because the fighting tournament is coming up. ...... They make me eat until I hate looking at the food every morning. ......
Oh. ......
They remind me of my workouts while I'm taking a break from work and tell me how I'm going to improve by the next morning. Why do I have to go through all that ......?

　What can I say to him to make him feel better?
　Before you can even think about it, the girl puckers her lips.

It's only if you want Richter to be successful in this big game.
I'm not going to be a fighter.　I'm not going to be a gladiator!
I'm not going to be a fighter! I just want to have a good time dueling with Richter-kun in a place like this.
You are a ......

　The first corner of my eye twitched a little as Richter shook his head, sighing loudly, and the spearman grumbled as he leaned on his cross spear.

　This is the first time I've ever seen this.
　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　He is the eldest son of the family, and even though he wants to have a fun duel with her, he can't help but go along with her.

　This is probably because he has been taking care of the nobles who are useless even from Futa's point of view.



　And that was when... There was a sound of footsteps, and Richter's mouth twitched at the sight of a girl running down the aisle behind the preferential seats.

"Meido!

　Shaking her two tassels of gold, she came waving to Futa.
　Then, settling in behind him, she glanced over at the people he was talking to - Prim and Richter, in short.

"Meido!　How are you, Prim and Moppy?
"I'm fine!

　Prim waved back.
　And.

"Yes, I've just lost all my energy.
"Meido!

　Richter sniffs at her as she rolls her eyes, as if to say, "What?

It hurts to even have a maid outfit in sight.
"......
"Corona Stone!　Calm down!　Put the mop down!

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing.

I'm not sure what to do.

　I'm not sure what to do.

I'm sure you're right.
I'm sure. I'm just going to start the first round of the tournament here: ......!
Wait, wait, wait, wait.

　But the light was still out of her eyes.

"Protect me, Prim!　What are you guarding us for?
This is my first job as a ...... escort?
I'd rather be useful at this point, you piece of shit!
Have it your way, Corona.
Oh, Prim!

　Whooosh!

...... Mr. Richter, use my handkerchief.
Thank you. I would have appreciated it if you'd stopped that blonde curly-head before I got you a handkerchief.
I'm sorry. I just want her to live as free as possible.
Die.

　Richter wiped his face with his handkerchief without hesitation, but for some reason. He wiped his face with a handkerchief without hesitation, but for some reason Richter looked radiant, not as gaunt as before.
　Maybe it's because he's been polished.

"Oh well. It's about to start. The opening ceremony.

　Richter cocked his chin.
　A loud fanfare accompanied the tolling of the timed bell.

　Futa follows Richter's lead and takes his seat.
　At the same time, all the people around him stood up as well.

　In the center of the field, a girl in a glittering dress took the stage.

　The murmur of the crowd, especially the general audience, continued to grow.
　But why?
　But for some reason, the fighters on the field near her were all quiet.

　And...


"Since ancient times.


　A cool voice literally "echoed".

This is ......
"It seems to be magic.

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but I'm sure it's a good idea.

　I'm not sure what to make of it.


"Fighting was the power of life for people. To show that you are stronger than your opponent, to hunt your prey, to kill your enemy.


　Before I knew it, there was no more noise from the general audience.


"They change their weapons. Weapons change, forms change. It's a lineage that has been handed down from generation to generation, spun by people connected to the concept of battle.


　Everyone is listening to the speech that the small girl suddenly started.


"Here is where it ends.


　As she sang, she waved her hand. She spun around to look over the entire arena, and all the people thought they were looking at her.


I'm sure you'll agree. Come on, let's have some fun. Oh.


　Putting her hand on her chest, she meditated once, paused, and then said.


I'm sorry I'm late. I am Lilac M. Fangini. I am Lilac M. Fangini, the first princess of the kingdom and the hostess of the current event.


　"Wow!

　A cheer went up.

　The girl in the middle of the field, looking up at the girl who had just called herself a princess, involuntarily shuddered.

　She is the First Lilac Princess.


　The best swordsman in the kingdom, who organized and personally participated in this martial arts tournament.

　I'm in a place where I might be able to fight such a person.

　With a shuddering heart, he gripped his sword tightly.

It's finally time to start. ......!

　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm going to do it.



The first step is the preliminary round. It's a battle royale. I'm not sure if you've heard of it, but I'm sure you've heard of it.


"Huh?　What the hell does that mean?

　A young man who was carrying a girl on his shoulders as he was struggled by the swordsmen on the field blurted out.
　The girl on his shoulders made a shelter with her hands, looked at the princess who was making a speech, and said without expression.

It seems that the qualifying system has been changed to accommodate a far greater number of players than expected. You will be able to advance to the finals by winning three group qualifying rounds consisting of dozens of players. It's a very narrow field, but you only need to be one of four players out of 2,000. It's easier than the minor leagues where the master was.

　To put it more precisely.
　There are 40 groups of 2000 players in the first round. Only 10 out of 50 will make it through. That narrows it down to 400.
　Then the second round where you divide into 10 groups. Only 4 out of 40 will make it through. That is, the number of winners is reduced to 40.
　And then the third round where we divide the 40 into 4 groups. Only 1 out of 10 will make it through.

　This is where the four who advance to the main tournament are decided.

So that's it.

　The young man raises the corners of his mouth and smiles broadly.

"Cleave them all.
"Master. Well, you're right, Master.
If it's right, it's good. Watch me, Motisuke. I'm strong.
Yes, sir. I have a debt to pay.
Don't say that.


　Izuna Sienzan turned up the corners of her mouth in amusement.



I'm not sure if you've heard of it or not, but I'm sure you've heard of it. I'm not going to introduce you today, but I will tell you that ...... one of them is my slot.


　There are many people who are enthusiastic about the smiling princess.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　In any case, unlike those who came from far away, they had seen her many times before.
　Because the princess was in such a place, almost out of reach, the guards made an all-out entry.

"Your Highness!　Your Highness!
She's right in front of me!　He's right in front of me!
Mr. Lilac has nice feet. ......
Bob, what the hell?
Are your feet the only thing to look at anymore?

　It's a good thing I'm not the only one.
　I'm not sure what to make of this.

　The three of them shouted with joy at the biggest party since the beginning of King's Landing.


The three of them shouted with joy, "If we make it through the tournament, we will win the championship. The prize is 50 million gold. I know it will be a difficult and arduous road, but I personally wish you all the best.


"No matter what, you have to win the first prize in the preferential category. You know why.

　You know why," said Richter, crossing his arms with an uncomfortably serious expression.

"I don't suppose you're talking about the prize money, are you?
"Yes. I'm going to assume you're not capable of paying 50 million gold.
No, you don't!
This is something I'm not telling His Highness. To tell you the truth, we couldn't afford it.
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.

　The girl behind him said happily as he told her, sweating profusely.

But, but, Mr. Richter!　You know what the princess said!
"What?
"You can borrow it again!
"Have an accident and die!
That's just a swear word!

　Prim Lancaster was just looking forward to the fighting tournament.
　Richter L. Klingbloom was as worried as ever.


Today is the beginning of the tournament, and therefore of this place. Today is the beginning of the tournament, and therefore of this place, and I want to make it a very important and wonderful memory. In order to do so, I need the help of everyone participating in the preliminary rounds and the spectators watching. Please enjoy it until the end.


　Off the field.


　A girl with an umbrella the color of rusty iron looked at the princess in the center with a graceful smile.

　Their gazes met perfectly. Gold and silver smiling at each other.

I'm going to sing it just like the score. Until we meet in the finals.

　She removes her gaze and turns her back on the rising arena.

"Hmmm... I'm looking forward to it. I'm so excited, my chest feels tight.

　So," she says, finally turning around.

　Aylan B. Smiles held out his hand to Princess Lilac.

　Hopefully, I can twist it with my own hands.

　Everyone and everything that is called strong.



"Well, then.

　Lilac took a breath and looked at everything in this place once more.

　I wished one day...
　I wished one day to be a champion swordsman.
　One day, I hope to see the same view you saw.

　I'm taking the first step today.

　I can say it with pride. I can say that I, more than anyone else here, have been looking forward to this day the most.

　Now let's show it.

　I'll show you. 　



"Here - at the amphitheater Spectacula (・・・・・・) in the royal city of Eisenhart.



　I hereby abolish the provisional name of the Colosseum and declare it to be the Amphitheater.
　The name is "Amphitheatre Spectacula".



"I hereby declare the opening of the First Martial Arts Tournament!



　The spectacle was filled with overflowing cheers.