“...”

Horun stared silently at Seo Jun-Ho before he sheathed his sword. 

“At ease!” Horun shouted.

Clank! Shing! 

The clang of metal sounded again as the knights put away their weapons. 

“...What the heck?” Seo Jun-Ho was astonished.

Their killing intent had disappeared instantly.

Horun addressed him again. “Wandering knight, step up to the ring and draw your sword.”

“...”

Clank. 

The knights parted like the Red Sea, creating a path for him. Seo Jun-Ho slowly walked down the path while keeping his guard up. 

“One hundred knights will test the honor of your sword. The match will continue until one side lowers their sword and admits defeat.” 

Horun finished his explanation and called for another knight, who stepped up to the stage. 

“I am Sir Phil.” He stated his name calmly and raised his sword. Seo Jun-Ho watched this unfold and whispered to the Frost Queen. 

“...Hey, is the proof of knighthood always this intense from the start?”

“It is not exactly an elegant endeavor. It does not fit my tastes…” She smiled....