Taming The Villainesses novel Chapter 189

(EP-189.2) Own place #5

189 – Each in their own place #5

“May righteous judgment be rendered before gods, people, and the law. For a trial of justice and fairness, let the duel commence!”

The match began after Hynax’s speech. The arena was approximately 100 meters in size, yet it seemed incredibly narrow to me.

Meanwhile, 20 meters away from me, the Hunter was released from his shackles.

He wiggled his hands and looked at his weapon in the arena. Speaking of his weapon, it was a belt with many daggers attached to it.

“He can’t use his crossbow... good.”

However, that wouldn’t be a problem for him.

He was actually good with most weapons. He simply favored the crossbow because it was the most efficient.

Chwareureuk.

The Hunter wrapped the belt around his waist. Then, # Nоvеlight # in a cold voice devoid of emotion, he said to me.

“You didn’t run away... I commend you.”

Seemingly aware that the match had begun, a solemn silence fell over the spectator seats.

Gulp-.

Thanks to this, I felt the illusion that there was only me and that Hunterin the world. Was this what it meant to focus solely on my opponent?

—Mana Shield.

I lightly chanted.

Uuuung-. A petal-shaped shield appeared in my left hand. The number of petals now had a total of seven, which was an increase of two compared to the last time I faced Kasim.

A physical barrier that could block attacks eight times. Having such a cover brought some relief.

“Seven petals? It’s been a long time since I’ve fought a mage like this...”

The Hunter exposed his sharp shark-like teeth. It was for a fleeting moment, but it looked like he smiled.

Surung-.

He drew two daggers from his waist, one in each hand. He looked just like a giant praying mantis.

「You have calmly judged the situation!

You have gained experience points through the talent 《Calm Thinking》.

All job experience +5」

‘Killer mantis...’

Was what I thought, as it just seemed fitting.

A predator insect that preyed with cold ruthlessness. The two of them were similar.

“I sense fear...”

I remained motionless, keeping a distance. But the Hunter approached me with a low and eerie voice. As he took a step closer, I instinctively stepped back.

“Are you afraid of death? So, why do you stand before me? Do you trust that I will keep my promise?”

The man’s voice felt like sharp needles piercing me... However, listening to the opponent’s words during a duel was a dangerous thing... I shouldn’t be shaken!

With no response from me, the man chuckled softly.

Seueuk-.

And gracefully stomped the ground.

Tadadat.

Leaving behind small particles of sand, he had suddenly come close to my face, raising the reversed dagger in his right hand with force towards my throat.

Swaak-.

The sound of the air being sliced passed by my ears. Simultaneously, a sharp clang echoed as a petal shield shattered from blocking the attack.

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