Reborn As The Dragon Prince

Chapter 9

Just by the look alone he could feel that the guard that he needs to face is way above his league. A small and simple error could result in a failure. Failing in here means that his wish would not be granted. So he was determined to win no matter the cost.

The area was set as his mother Theresa enchanted the barrier to keep things safe from being broken. Ricardo started to analyze the situation. The area was as wide as 20 meters. He have honed his sword skills for almost 3 years and he have even improved his martial arts.

He knew in this world of magic and magical being there were far less people with the knowledge of martial arts. He decided to use this knowledge as his advantage. Before starting the mock battle the king announced "During this fight you are not allowed to fatally injure your opponent."

"You can give your all but you are not allowed to do a killing blow. Before the match starts chose your weapon." Clap clap just as he clapped a ware house was brought. There were many different types of weapon in there. The guard chose a broad sword and a shield.

Ricardo wondered for a while as he observed the equipments. He then grabbed a cloak and wear it. He also picked up a metallic glove and put it on his hands. Finally he picked up two short daggers. He was feeling anxious as his heart pounded loudly.

He was afraid but he was also determined to win. He knew he have to be the first to strike but he didn't know how. Suddenly he remembered the teaching of his old life master. "If you are weak exploit the weakness of the enemies and use it as your advantage."

He sighed inwardly and stayed calm. He then made his stance as he looked straight to the eyes of the guard his confidence didn't waver even though he was sweating. The judge slammed the bell as to notify of the start of the battle. Ding.... As soon as the bell rang. Swoosh..

Ricardo dashed straight ahead his speed was commendable. He properly used his wind element as a boost. The guard was rendered dumbfounded as he didn't know that the prince could use elemental magic so profoundly. Even more so he was aware of the fact that the prince was not even 8 years old.

Soon he collected himself and used his shield to defend the coming attack. Clang Ricardo slashed his dagger and his attack was perfectly defended. He felt immense pressure as the guard sung his sword towards him. He scolded internally 'oh s**t I have to avoid it'

The sword was coming closer to him and it was just few inches away from him. The guard was sure of his victory but the next moment he was dumb founded as the prince have dissapered. Ricardo used his space elemental magic to evade the attack and appeared above the guard.

He then used the holt of his dagger to hit on the neck of the guard. The guard felt the imminent danger and blocked the dagger using his sword. Clang... The force exerted was terrifying resulting in Ricardo flying backwards few meters. His hand felt numb by the attack just now.

'What a terrifying strength' he thought. He was glad that he wore those gloves because of which the dagage he received remain minimum. The guard was surprised as well. It was a common knowledge that child would lose while fighting with an adult. But it was different with their prince.

Ricardo didn't hesitate anymore and he dashed again. They began to exchange the slashes of their sword and dagger. At first Ricardo was being pushed to a brink but as time passed he slowly began to gain upper hand in the battle. He have guessed right that people of this world lacks knowledge of martial arts.

Clang.. Clang... Screech... Boom bang swoosh.... Clang... Boom... He was fighting excitedly like a fighting maniac. He started to punch kick and s***h. He was using different types of fighting styles. It made it hard for the guard to cope up as he have never seen these wild and bizzare fighting styles.

All he could do was defend and wait for an opening. But still it was not as easy as it seems. Ruberth and Theresa were amazed to see the progress of their son. It was an unbelievable feat as even they were not as capable as their son at that age.

At first when Ricardo was bounced backwards the king wanted to interrupt but now he doesn't intend to. He even thought that he should be the one to spar with his son. But he gave up the thought.

Ricardo was still hiding his cards but he didn't insist on revealing them. So the battle of endurance began. He have been fighting with full grown up guard with his child body. His stamina was depleting considerably. He was getting slower and his breath was getting heavier. At that moment he knew that he couldn't hide anymore.

But he didn't intend to show his hidden cards. He decided to hide his true abilities as he knew that more the people know more rhe praises and dangers there are. So he decided to stay low. The guard saw a chance as he found and opening.

Just as he was about to attack prince said something making him completely dumbfounded. Ricardo at the last moment said "I forfeit I list." Everyone was surprised by his sudden declaration. Ruberth then asked "You could have won the match but why are you forfeiting now?"

Ricardo couldn't say that he wanted to hide his hidden cards so he cautiously judged the situation as he said "This is all I can do and I have nearly depleted all of my stamina. Do even if I continue then I will lose as a result of exaution."

"So I forfeit because I am tired." His explanation was simple but on the mark. So Ruberth didn't intend to inquire any further and nodded his head declaring the guard as winner. Ricardo felt that he needs to act better so he fell in the ground which made his mother worried she rushed to him and immediately performed healing magic.

Ricardo did this to save himself from the lime light. His clever tactics surpassed that of child his age but he couldn't help as he was a reincarnated person along with his old memories. After that he stood there speechless. Just as he was feeling low a hope was lit by the words of his father.

"You lost but you fought bravely. I won't allow you to venture outside this week but I will let you train yourself in the outside world after your eight birthday is completed." Ricardo felt rejoiced as he spoke joyously "Thanks father"

Really that was a brilliant battle.

But he was sure that if it was a life and death battle then he would be dead within few breath this thought troubled him but he quickly decided that he needs to become even more stronger to not feel worried again.