I Became the Younger Brother of the Female Protagonist in the Novel

‘Theory and movement are all in my head. For the rest, the key was how far my body would follow me.’

I also needed a partner to practice swordsmanship with. Because I can’t fight demons with such immature skills.

“then… … .”

Tadat!

I can’t say it’s fast, but it might be a little faster than kids my age.

Is it because you have been exercising for about 30 minutes a day?

The movement that I thought only in my head began to be exposed little by little.

grasp!

My sister’s wooden sword collided with mine.

and… … .

Chunwaaak!

I quickly twisted my waist and swung the wooden sword diagonally.

Thus, several battles began.

* * *

Papa papak!

‘Eh, what the hell is this situation… … .’

Sofia couldn’t help but be astonished at her younger brother’s swordsmanship.

When her swordsmanship, which she had been working hard for for years, became colorless in an instant, she cried inwardly.

Kaynes is gifted with excellent abilities in both magic and swordsmanship.

Of course, it seemed to be lacking in strength and agility, probably due to lack of exercise, but the technical part was so outstanding that it gave goosebumps.

To the point where I doubted if this was really the swordsmanship of a 10-year-old boy.

“ha… … . ha… … . ha… … . Oh, enough for today… … .”

It was only about 10-15 minutes of sparring.

But Keynes was breathing heavily as if he had poured out everything.

“… … Where did you learn this swordsmanship?”

“This, the theoretical part, I learned all from books. I keep the movements roughly in my head… … My physical body and talent couldn’t keep up with that movement.”

“that… … going to be?”

“I also learned just in case, but I think it will be difficult to put into practice in the current state… … No, it must be difficult.”

In response to her sister’s answer, Sophia let out a small moan and nodded.

The physical part can be supplemented with effort, but the sensory part as a prosecutor cannot be solved with theory and effort.

Even so, Sophia couldn’t help but be surprised by her younger brother’s enormous talent.

“Didn’t I say you didn’t really regress like me?”

“Whoa… … . Yes, that part is true.”

In response to Kayneth’s answer, who sat down on the floor, Sophia took a small breath and nodded.

“… … Okay, let’s go in now.”

The two took a simple bath to wash off the sweat, ate dinner, and chatted in the bedroom after finishing the meal.

Basically, the main topic was the story of how Sofia lives in the main building.

After hearing her story, Kayneth frowned and answered in one sentence.

“I don’t dare to say anything because I haven’t been through your situation, but these are really eerie stories.”

I couldn’t answer that I understood both her situation and her feelings.

How hard and painful it must have been mentally… … .

In addition, Kayneth let out a small sigh and continued to listen to Sophia’s stuffy daily life, which had to be sensitive to the gaze of the people around her.

Then, at some point, Sophia confessed her difficult part to her younger brother, and shed tears as if she were throwing up the resentment she had endured.

“… … .”

She began to sob softly as she hugged Kayneth.

As for Kayneth, it felt like her throat was choked by her resentment, but he quietly patted her on the back a few times and didn’t do anything else.

‘really… … How the hell have you been holding on?’

It’s for revenge, but if you’ve been through such painful days… … It wouldn’t be strange if he left the Spey One family right now and started a secluded life in a secluded village in the countryside.

Rather, it would be normal.

Keynes thought that the original’s setting would be heavily reflected in Sophia’s personality.

But when he saw and felt her resentment right in front of his eyes, his heart couldn’t help but throb.

The in-depth conversation we had today served as an opportunity for Keynes’ plan to start a family and live affluent life in a rural village after working as Sophia’s helper changed drastically.

Bubbly.

“… … .”

Kenneth carefully laid Sophia on the bed, exhausted from crying.

He got out of the second annex with a hard expression on his face.

– You don’t look good today.

“… … I heard some bad news.”

-I heard Sophia’s energy was felt in the 2nd annex… … .

“… … I heard how your sister lives in the main building.”

Yeah, that was all. But Kayneth’s eyes were already alive.

Feeling that, Endairon didn’t ask any more questions.

After visiting the Ardennes headquarters, Keynes stopped by the auction house, collected a large amount of the winning bid, and immediately returned to the second annex.

– I have to say that today is also a jackpot.

“… … okay.”

To one word of Endairon, I answered briefly.

I invested 3,800 gold coins and earned 5,400… … .

However, Kayneth entered the second annex with a calm appearance rather than liking it as usual, and let out a small sigh at the sight of Sofia sleeping.

Kayneth, who was about to change into pajamas… … .

-Hey, kid.

I flinched at the sound of a woman’s voice that sounded a bit young.

-Wow, my king… … ?

“… … .”

Endairon also looked at her with a puzzled expression.

A woman who looks like a little fairy with a height of 10 cm. She sat down at the table in the bedroom and stared at Kayneth.

-Let’s talk for a minute.

“… … .”

For Elaim, the existence of Sophia was very special.

Humans other than her are nothing more than mere creatures.

That is the characteristic of Elim that could be seen in the original work.

Keynes twitched her eyebrows, put her pajamas on the chest of drawers for a moment, then sat down in a chair wearing black leather pants and a dress shirt.

“king… … Ira. Are you Elaim, the water spirit king? More than that, I never thought that the spirit sister made a contract with was the spirit king.”

– It’s messed up. What did you think after hearing Sophia’s story a moment ago? you… … What are you planning to do in the future?

The many meanings contained in the question.

Kayneth hesitated for a moment. But soon, as if he was prepared for something, he answered with a twinkle in his eyes.

“I am… … I intend to support my sister as much as possible.”

– Support… … . Then, how would you explain the fact that humans who are only 10 years old have reached the 5th circle?

“… … .”

Kayneth glanced at Endairon, but Elaim shook his head.

-There is no need to doubt him. Because I didn’t give you any information about you until you refused my order.

Kayneth let out a small sigh, feeling sorry for having doubted Endairon for a moment.

“I cannot answer now. I’m going to explain everything when I enter the academy anyway, so wait with my sister.”

– What a cheeky guy.

“The spirit king is the king of the spirits, not the king of humans.”

As Kayneth answered with her eyes widened, veins sprouted from Elaim’s forehead.

Endairon’s complexion turned blue.

He tried to dissuade Kayneth from his sudden action, but in the end Elim took a step back.

Because of the existence of Sophia.

– Whoa… … . If it hadn’t been for Sophia, your life would have been taken.

“I am just grateful for that.”

Elim was realizing that Kayneth’s mood swings had become strange.

After hearing Sofia’s story a moment ago, Kayneth’s feelings changed surprisingly drastically.

-I showed up for one reason.

“what?”

-never… … Never betray Sophia like you did.

Sophia’s only family.

For that reason, Elim couldn’t recklessly attack Kayneth.

On the other hand, after being warned by Elim, Kayneth replied with a fierce narrowing of the corners of his eyes.

“Don’t worry. Even if you don’t say so, I won’t betray my sister. If my sister wishes, I’ll erase this mansion entirely.”

-… … joy.

Elim, realizing that Kayneth was serious, hid his face with a small snort.

At that, Endairon touched his forehead with his right hand with a laugh.

How on earth do you have the guts to make such a bold statement in front of the Spirit King… … .

-What the hell happened? what made you like that? As usual… … .

Yes, if it was the usual Keynes, he would certainly have used his respectful attitude and had a calm and calm mind while conversing with Elaim. There might have been a corner that was a bit like a nerd.

however… … Could it be that you are provoking the Spirit King?

Endairon was also feeling it. The disparate things felt in Keynes’ emotional ups and downs.

“… … Sorry, I’m just in a bad mood for a while.”

Kaynes, who inadvertently provoked the Spirit King due to his complicated feelings, realized his mistake as his heart slowly began to cool.

but… … .

‘I will never betray my sister.’

Is it because of the original setting?

Kayneth looked at Sophia, who was asleep, then sat down in a chair to think.

‘Originally, after entering the academy, Keynes and Sophia understand each other, and the feeling of family love begins to form. Then Kayneth accepted Sophia as his only family member and changed into a bright personality.’

When family love is formed and relationships begin to improve little by little. In other words, 16-year-old Kayneth is manipulated by a member of the Death Parade.

And he will die at the hands of Sophia.

The original Keynes, who did not even spare his life for Sophia.

Keynes wondered if the feelings he was feeling now were not about the original setting.

but… … After a while, he shook his head.

‘This feeling I feel right now is my own. It’s not a setting, it’s a feeling I’m feeling myself.’

Kayneth got up and changed into her nightgown.

Endairon returned to the spirit realm, and soon lay down next to Sophia and closed her eyes.

Episode 19

19. Karvan’s Criminal Organization (1)

-… … fell asleep

Sleeping next to Kayneth… … No, Sophia, pretending to be asleep, opened her eyes at Elaim’s one word and started rubbing her eyes with her sleeve.

Her eyes were moist.

She overheard the conversation between Elaim and Kayneth.

-Withdraw the message. You can trust this guy. I’m a cheeky kid enough to provoke me, the spirit king, but if you wish… … This kid is really going to blow up this mansion.

“… … No, I will end this family line with my own hands. I’m not going to get Keynes involved.”

Despite Sophia’s comments, Elim stared intently at Keynes’ sleeping face.

‘I don’t want to get involved… … is it. But the existence of the 5th circle will definitely be of great help to Sophia.’

Elaim thought that someday the existence of Kaynes would be of great help to Sophia.

Sophia, unable to comprehend Elaim’s thoughts, carefully embraced Kayneth and fell asleep again.

-It is a being with power that a human who is only 10 years old can never have… … . I should be thankful that this guy isn’t Sophia’s enemy.

There is a limit to the ability that Elim can exercise in Middle-earth.

Of course, with the amount of mana Sophia currently has, it would be possible to defeat Kayneth.

However, seeing Kayneth’s growth, Elaim literally got goosebumps.

A tremendous talent that surpasses even dragons. No, should I call this a talent? Endairon seems to know Kayneth’s secret, but… … .

-How the hell did you seduce that naive guy?

Ellaim grumbled like that while sitting at a table by the window and looking at the moon.

* * *

“… … Ines.”

Someone started shaking my shoulder.

I twisted my body slightly.

“Kenneth, you need to wake up.”

A familiar yet friendly voice repeatedly called my name.

I opened my eyes to him with a boisterous look.

A girl with a small smile in front of my eyes. Making eye contact with her blue eyes, I scratched my head and closed my eyes again.

“Five minutes… … .”