Leon emerged from the Capsule Device, realizing that his scheduled meeting with the Ass Guild wasn’t possible just yet; he had to wait according to the schedule set by Elincia. His body felt a bit stiff, and he couldn’t help but wonder how many days had passed since his last shower. A gnawing hunger twisted his stomach, pushing him to the refrigerator. He found some cereal, poured it into a bowl, added milk, and began to eat. freēwēbηovel.c૦m
Leon’s mind was still reeling from all the new information he had gathered inside the game. He was somewhat overwhelmed by the vast amount of items he had acquired, many of which he hadn’t even had the chance to try out yet. His current task was merely to wait for his level to keep rising, but he also intended to engage in some other unique activities to secure more stat points from achievements or quests. At that moment, it seemed he had stat points equivalent to 17 levels that he hadn’t allocated.
After he finished eating and somewhat sated his hunger, he glanced at the clock and saw that it was midday. Deciding to indulge in some relaxation, he headed to the bathtub, eager to enjoy the amenities available in his room.
Leon quickly made his way to the bathroom, turning on the faucet and allowing the bathtub to fill. He took off his clothes, and without hesitation, he submerged himself in the steadily rising water, letting it flow until it nearly reached his mouth, deliberately immersing himself in its comforting embrace.
Leon had maintained a consistent physical training regimen. Running had become a daily routine, while his gym workouts were adjusted to fit his schedule, averaging three to four times a week. Over the past few weeks, he had managed to find his stride, with his stamina markedly improving and the initial aches and pains now a distant memory.
To enhance his in-game performance, Leon also enrolled in a martial arts center for training in both martial arts and swordsmanship. This decision was driven by his desire to optimize his fighting skills, especially after witnessing the stunning, flexible, and efficient combat style of Livelywood in the game.
Finally, he was well-off, with more than enough funds to cover all his basic needs, including memberships at exclusive gyms and the cost of a personal trainer for his advanced training sessions.
After spending about an hour soaking in the bath, Leon stepped out, dried off, and got dressed. Just as he was finishing up, he received a message from Alfred, informing him that he was ready and waiting downstairs.
Stepping out of the luxurious car driven by Alfred, Leon took in the sight of the Martial Arts Center, where he had paid for a membership and hired professional trainers. Today was his first day meeting his trainer. As he walked towards the entrance, he noticed several people coming and going, clad in martial arts uniforms, while others were jogging with backpacks. The center was a hub for various martial arts disciplines, ranging from Western to Asian traditions. It offered practitioners the opportunity to choose the specific martial arts they wanted to learn. After conducting thorough research and discussing with Freya, Leon had decided on the martial art he wished to pursue.
After confirming his membership card at the receptionist’s desk, Leon proceeded down a hallway lined with rooms, from which the shouts of trainers in mid-training echoed. He approached one of the rooms, knocked, and after a moment, the door opened to reveal a man in his forties with distinctly Asian features-specifically, a Japanese face.
“Hi, welcome. I’ve been expecting you,” the man said warmly, inviting Leon inside.
“Hi, Sensei. My name is Leon,” Leon replied as he stepped in.
“Takeda Hiroshi,” the man introduced himself.
“Nice to meet you, Takeda Sensei,” Leon responded.
Takeda Hiroshi was a master of Kenjutsu, specializing in Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto-Ryu, one of the oldest and most revered schools of Japanese swordsmanship, with over fifty years of experience.
He trained under some of Japan’s most distinguished masters, dedicating his entire life to the preservation and teaching of the art of the sword.
They continued to chat and get to know each other, with Hiroshi proving to be exceptionally friendly. Leon found it remarkably easy to converse with him, as Hiroshi seemed genuinely enthusiastic about their conversation.
“Oh, hahaha… so you want to learn swordsmanship to get better at playing games? That’s interesting!” Hiroshi said, laughing warmly.
“Yes, Sensei… a bit of a silly reason, right? Hehe.”
“No, no… actually, this martial arts center has become increasingly crowded because many people are doing the same thing. It seems the popularity of Immortal Legacy has sparked a significant interest in martial arts. I see that as a positive development that appeals to many,” Hiroshi said casually.
They then moved on to warm up and discuss the fundamental aspects of swordsmanship. Leon expressed his desire to focus on practical combat techniques that could be easily applied in the game. Together, they planned a training schedule and regimen that suited him, including technical drills and sparring sessions to accelerate his learning process.
The two hours passed swiftly, and Leon wrapped up his training for the day. He had another session planned at the center focusing on hand-to-hand combat martial arts, but he had deliberately spaced out his schedule to make the most of his time.
For hand-to-hand combat, Leon chose to learn Muay Thai for its comprehensive striking skills, which include punches, kicks, elbows, and knees, as well as clinch work valuable for close-quarters combat.
By combining Muay Thai and Kenjutsu, Leon aimed to become a versatile martial artist adept at both striking and armed combat.
Muay Thai would develop his powerful, precise strikes and close-quarters techniques, utilizing fists, elbows, knees, and shins. Meanwhile, Kenjutsu enhanced his precision, timing, and mental discipline through his focus on sword techniques and the samurai spirit.
The rigorous conditioning and endurance training from Muay Thai would complement the physical demands of Kenjutsu, leading to improved reflexes, footwork, and overall fitness. This combination would offer him enhanced versatility, enabling him to handle both unarmed and armed combat situations with skill and confidence.
He was filled with excitement, his ambition burning brightly within him. He didn’t want this surge of motivation to go to waste; he was determined to use this momentum to get accustomed to his new activity. While he balanced his college responsibilities between attending classes and completing assignments online, he dedicated the rest of his time to physical training and honing his martial arts techniques.
He also made the most of the nutritious meals his new lifestyle provided him. Just a few months ago, he could never have imagined enjoying such an extraordinary way of living.
Leon glanced at his phone and saw that it was almost time for Lily’s school to let out. Normally, Alfred would pick her up, but since Leon had some free time, he decided to go with Alfred to pick her up.
He slid into the car, where Alfred was already stationed behind the wheel.
“Do you want me to take you to the hotel first, or would you like to come along to pick up
Lily?”
“Let’s go to Lily’s school, Alfred. I want to see what her new school is like,” Leon responded enthusiastically.