Surprise! I've Transmigrated Again

When someone becomes famous, troubles inevitably follow — no one can escape this fate. Adam had been prepared for this.

Yet he hadn't expected quite so many problems!

"Excuse me! Are you Mr. Adam Carter, the leader of the Hero Party?"

"Yes, that's me."

Walking down the street, he heard the inquiry from behind and turned around.

Before him stood a young man, perhaps 15 or 16 years old, with messy gray-black hair and bright black eyes blazing with fighting spirit.

Adam had seen that look countless times these past few days — all too familiar.

Here comes another one...

Just as he predicted, the young man issued his challenge.

"Nice to meet you, I'm Anthony Davenport, and like you, I'm also a Sword Master!" The young man introduced himself, then bowed at a perfect 90-degree angle and declared, "Please, I beg you to use your true strength and have a fair match with me!"

Despite the young man's respectful attitude, Adam couldn't muster any interest.

This was his 138th challenger.

In the mere seven days since intercepting the "Mobile Disaster" Fortress Destroyer, he had fought 138 one-on-one battles. They were all adventurers who had flocked from other towns after hearing of his fame.

He understood their motivation — they all sought instant fame by defeating someone renowned.

Everyone knew the fastest path to fame was defeating a stronger adventurer.

But come on! He, Adam Carter, wasn't someone that just anyone could challenge!

At least measure your own strength and show some self-awareness, damn it!

It was one thing for seasoned adventurers to challenge him, but these rookies daring to face a master fighter?

These past few days, alongside the veterans, countless newcomers had shown up too.

"Um... Anthony... is it okay if I call you that?"

"Yes! Please do, that's what all my friends call me."

"Well then, Anthony, you're a newcomer who just became an adventurer, right?"

"As expected of the Hero Party leader, you could tell at a glance!"

"No, how should I put this..."

Should he tell the youth about newcomers' lack of respect for powerful fighters? It was reckless to challenge a famous warrior right after becoming an adventurer.

What gave them such audacity? They weren't chosen heroes by Aqua or Eris — how could they be so foolishly brave?

Still, Anthony was the most polite challenger he'd faced among the newcomers.

Adam tried to think of a tactful way to respond without crushing the young man's bright hopes for his future as an adventurer.

After pondering for a moment, he couldn't find the right words. He'd have to teach the ignorant youth through action instead — one match to show him the harsh reality of the adult world.

"Ahem, Anthony, I accept your challenge."

"Really? That's wonderful!" Anthony's excitement bubbled over at the acceptance, as if fame was already within his grasp.

"Well then, no time to waste, let's begin now."

"Yes!"

The two took their stances facing each other on the street.

These past few days Adam had often engaged in 'street brawls' with others, so the pedestrians were used to it by now.

They weren't afraid, but rather stood at a distance watching the duel. Some even cheered for both fighters, making the street quite lively.

Anthony showed no signs of fear at this scene, clearly demonstrating his strong heart. He licked his lips, then drew his knight's sword, taking a standard basic stance aimed at his opponent's chest.

"Oh?" Adam's interest was suddenly piqued.

As they say, a professional reveals their skill at first move!

The youth before him had clearly received proper early education, and the adventurer who had taught him was also a 「Sword Master」!

This meant Anthony was either from a family tradition or a noble's son.

However, which one it was, Adam wasn't sure. He'd have to test it out.

"Are you ready? Here I come."

"Yes, I'm ready!"

Ah, so he was a noble's son.

This response confirmed Anthony's noble background — Adam had laid a small trap with his warning.

Those from traditional adventuring families would never exchange polite greetings before combat. Their ancestors, being seasoned adventurers, knew better than to trust an enemy's courteous words — such pleasantries often masked surprise attacks.

This unwritten rule was well-known among adventurers. Anyone offering such words was likely trying to distract from their preparatory movements.

Noble sons were different. While some of their ancestors might have briefly adventured in their youth, most had no long-term experience. Instead, they were bound by noble etiquette — always maintaining proper manners and dignity, including formal exchanges before duels.

This held true in most cases!

Though there were always exceptions who defied noble etiquette, like the eccentric knight Darkness in his squad.

"Well then..." Adam, now certain, gave a light laugh.

◈ Thunder Breathing, First Form ⫸ Thunderclap and Flash ◈

Before Anthony could react, Adam vanished like a thunderbolt, disappearing from sight.

Then darkness claimed the boy's vision...

With a single swift movement, Adam appeared behind Anthony and struck his neck with the side of his hand, never drawing his sword.

Quick and clean!

A rookie adventurer challenging a famous fighter — the boy had clearly overestimated himself.

He'd gotten off lightly. When dealing with challengers who had malicious intent, Adam showed no mercy, often leaving them hospitalized for months.

Yet the challengers kept coming, and his patience was wearing thin.

He had no time to waste on these amateurs!

He needed a solution. Otherwise, he and his companions — Aqua and the others — would never know peace.

With the unconscious boy slung over his shoulder, he strode purposefully toward the Adventurers' Guild, where his Party members waited to discuss this growing problem.

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Arriving at the Adventurers' Guild, he found everyone already gathered.

"Adam, who is..."

"Who is this young man?"

"Who?"

"Hmm..."

The party members crowded around, eyeing the unconscious youth in Adam's arms with curiosity. Darkness, in particular, wore a thoughtful expression.

"Ah, about this..." Adam explained the situation and voiced his growing frustration with the constant challenges. As he pondered solutions, Anthony began to stir.

"I must say, you're the most well-mannered challenger I've faced today — though you're also the only one so far."

"Ah..." Anthony blinked groggily as his senses returned.

When his eyes focused on Adam, his next words left the『Hero』Party members speechless.

"Please take me as your disciple, Master!"

"Ehhh—?!!!" x5

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