Besides the wide and decorated garden in their lodging, there was also a small backyard. Although it was managed well, it didn’t give off the same feeling of care and novelty as the garden did. Yet, it was this aspect that appealed to Hans more.

Whoosh!

He clutched Estellade harder and swung his sword. Even though he had come back from watch duty, he didn’t skip on basic training. He always practiced some sword swings even when Zich gave him a vacation to rest. It was because his body had become so accustomed to training that it was more uncomfortable for him to not do them. 

Whoosh! He focused all his attention on each swing. Since he had suppressed all his mana, sweat flowed down his face.

‘I think that’s enough for today.’ Since he had to be on watch duty the next day too, he couldn’t overexert himself from training. At this point, Hans knew that sufficient rest was also part of training and put Estellade back away. Then, he said, “Good to see you again, miss.”

“Likewise, sir.”

Before he realized it, Lara was standing beside him. 

“Did I interrupt you?” Lara asked.

“It’s not like I was officially training. Besides, I’m...