Obsessed with Regressors

“Lord Shylock!”

 

When he drew his sword, the startled knights tried to stop Sir Psylocke. They were trying to manipulate Baron Biscon, not kill him. Moreover, it became a problem if the knight hurted someone. Baron Biscon didn’t even have a weapon.

 

“Lord Psylocke!”

 

The startled knights grabbed Sir Psylocke’s shoulders, but he instead shook off their hands. Then he thrust his sword into Oliver’s cheek and said:

 

“I’ve never liked your face before.”

 

Until Count Burns appeared, and even now, Oliver Viscon was recognized by everyone as the most handsome man in society. He has gorgeous blonde hair and blue eyes. A sharp nose and masculine chin. Baron Biscon’s face, which always had a mischievous smile on it, would make people who saw it feel happy. In fact, every social season, not only single women but also married women look forward to the appearance of Baron Biscon. Lord Psylocke didn’t like that. The fact that he, a poor Count of Biscon, bewitched women with his dirty face, and that the woman he liked had feelings for Baron Biscon.

 

“Let’s see if women like you even if your handsome face gets messed up.”

 

“Lord Shylock!”

 

Sir Psylocke said so and pressed the blade to Oliver’s cheek despite the knights’ attempts to dissuade him. What woman would like it if she had a scar from the left forehead to the right corner of her mouth? He thought about it and grinned. Sir Psylocke was so focused that he didn’t hear the sound of his horse’s hooves rushing this way. The moment the other knights retreated in panic at the sound of the horses’ hooves, something hit Lord Psylocke’s sword.

 

Widely!

 

Something struck the sword and Sir Shylock fell back in surprise. It was the same for Oliver. Of course, he did so not because something hit his sword, but because Sir Shylock retreated. He almost had a huge scar on his face. When Oliver looked into Sir Shylock’s eyes up close, he knew he was sincere. That crazy guy!

 

“Lord Lannon.”

 

But before Oliver could get angry, Lord Psylocke found Claire first. It was only then that Oliver turned around at the name he called. The knights had already found Claire. Are you crazy? They were so shocked that Claire had dared to interfere with their work that they even forgot what Lord Psylocke was trying to do.

 

“You dare!”

 

“Are you out of your mind?”

 

“How did you find out about this place?” cried Lord Psylocke, angry at being prevented from doing his work. After that, the knights also helped each other, but Claire didn’t even lift an eyebrow.

 

She looked down at Oliver and made sure he was okay. At least where it looks from the outside. Looks like it’s not too late. Claire sighed in relief. She told Lady Biscon that she would bring Baron Biscon back safely. So, Baron Biscon must take him without any damage. Claire got off her horse only after checking Oliver’s condition. Then she looked at Sir Psylocke and the other knights and asked:

 

“What are you doing here?”

 

Lord Psylocke chuckled at his attitude as if he had no idea what was going on here. He said he was thinking of giving Claire one chance.

 

“It is none of your business, Lord Lannon. So shut up and leave.”

 

I want to do that. To be honest, Claire had the confidence to pretend not to know that Oliver was doing something here. No, he could have toasted himself at home. However, Baron Biscon, whom she hates, is the only brother of Lady Biscon, whom she respects and loves.

 

‘You stupid bastard.’

 

Claire gave Oliver that look and then spoke to Lord Psylocke.

 

“As a knight, I don’t think I should just leave.”

 

She is a knight’s daughter and a knight. She was taught to protect the weak and act for justice. Even if she didn’t mind if Oliver died, her pride in being a knight made it impossible for her to let that happen. It would be better not to know. Claire clicked her tongue inwardly as she looked at the knights standing across from her. She wouldn’t have been able to tell Lady Biscon if she didn’t know at all. Then she wouldn’t have to feel guilty about Lady Viscon when Baron Biscon was killed or injured.

 

“Are you a knight? Do you think you are a better knight than me?”

 

Claire was not frightened by Lord Psylocke’s sarcasm. What scares her the most is being disappointed by Lady Biscon. Claire sighed and said.

 

“I think it’s more knightly than attacking unarmed civilians.”

 

“Cheeky!”

 

Immediately, Lord Psylocke aimed her sword at Claire. And he shouted at her.

 

“Then where should we compete? Who is more knightly?”

 

“Lord Psylocke!”

 

“Lord Shylock!”

 

Being a knight is not about fighting with a sword. Claire stopped saying that. A knight is someone who protects the weak. He must pursue justice and risk his life for his country and honor. Of course, the ability to wield a sword is also important, but if only combat skills are important, you are a mercenary, not a knight. But it was doubtful whether Lord Psylocke would remember that in her head. Even if Claire explains it now, there’s no way he’ll listen. She spoke one last time to the knights standing behind Lord Psylocke.

 

“Wouldn’t it be better to stop here?”

 

“If you really want to, crawl across my legs. Then you can think about it!”

 

Lord Psylocke shouted at Claire’s euphemism for not wanting to fight. Claire looked at Oliver with a troubled expression. The only civilian here is Baron Biscon. If he gets caught in a fight and gets hurt, he doesn’t look down on Lady Biscon, who promised to save him. But Oliver misunderstood Claire’s gaze. He jumped up from his seat and shouted.

 

“I will deal with you!”

 

“What?”

 

In response to the knights’ stunned reactions, Oliver blocked Claire’s path and spoke again.

 

“Fight with me! You conscienceless bastards! How can you think of fighting a woman?”

 

Ah-oh. Claire’s face distorted. She placed her hand on her forehead and sighed. And she said, pushing Oliver away with her opposite hand.

 

“Stand back, Baron Biscon.”

 

“What?”

 

“You are the only unarmed civilian here. I can’t show my face to Lady Viscon if you get hurt.”

 

What? Oliver’s mouth dropped open at Claire’s merciless words. Was it because of Eugenie that she came to save him? Of course, Claire didn’t care whether he was shocked or not. She added, drawing her sword.

 

“Besides, if I were the only one fighting, it would be a fight between knights, but if you got involved, ordinary people would be involved.”

 

That too was true. The degree of punishment varies greatly when it comes to fights between knights and ordinary people getting caught up in them. While Oliver was asking, Claire pushed him away and held out his sword.

 

‘Kang!’ The sound of clashing blades rang out.

 

‘Did you really attack me?’ Oliver’s eyes widen in surprise that Lord Psylocke had really attacked him and Claire. He could see that the other knights were also embarrassed by the unexpected situation.

 

“Cheeky bitch.”

 

Claire didn’t even raise an eyebrow despite Sir Psylocke’s insults. She’s heard even worse swear words. She had someone by her side who was treated even better. She didn’t deserve to be treated like that.

 

“I take it as a compliment.”

 

Claire said and gave her strength to shake off Sir Shylock’s sword.

 

“Let’s see that skill!”

 

Although he was momentarily pushed back, even Lord Shylock did not take it lightly. When he swung his sword again, Claire quickly pulled her body back to avoid him. At the same time, she did not forget to pull Oliver and keep his body out of the sword’s range. But because she was so concerned about Oliver, she saw a flaw in Sir Shylock’s eyes. Do you think that’s your weakness? Sir Shylock grinned and swung his sword at Oliver.

 

“Ahh!”

 

At the same time that a startled Oliver jumped back, Claire struck away Sir Shylock’s sword. Sir Shylock’s sword flew away with the sound of ‘Bang!’, but he did not give up. Claire struck away Sir Shylock’s sword, which was stabbing towards Oliver’s face again. But this time the sword pierced Oliver’s ear.

 

“Lord Psylocke!”

 

Oliver didn’t make a sound, but the knights watching shouted in surprise. Even if they said they would take care of it, it was just hitting them with a fist, not stabbing them with a sword. There was a big difference between hitting with bare fists and attacking with a sword. However, no sound was heard in the ears of Lord Psylocke, who had already rolled her eyes at the thought of scolding Oliver and Claire. He repeatedly swung his sword at Oliver’s face, but Claire blocked it.

 

Chang, Chang, Chang!

 

Although he blocked it three times, Sir Psylocke was persistent. However, Claire cannot hurt Lord Psylocke. This fight must end without any damage. That way, there will be no problems with the Knights. But Lord Psylocke had no intention of ending without harm. All he wanted to do was somehow ruin Baron Biscon’s handsome face and flatten Lord Lannon’s nose.

 

“Lord Lannon.”

 

Oliver, who barely escaped Lord Psylocke’s sword, called out to Claire. The opponent is attacking so persistently, but this side has no intention of attacking the other. He realized that Claire didn’t want anyone to get hurt. But it was impossible to ensure that no one gets hurt. It occurred to him that it would have been better for him to get a few hits from the knights as originally planned. Claire looked at Oliver’s expression and knew what he was thinking. She clicked Oliver’s tongue when he refused to dodge Sir Psylocke’s subsequent attack. She then held out her arm and covered Oliver’s face.

 

“Lord Lannon!”

 

“Lord Psylocke!”

 

With a ‘thud’, Sir Shylock’s sword was inserted into the bracers Claire was wearing. He was startled and came to his senses when he felt the blade cutting into the hard leather. In front of him, Claire stretched out her arm to block his sword. Lord Shylock’s sword appears to have penetrated Claire’s arm. The sensation felt in Lord Shylock’s hand was like that. While he paused in surprise, Claire dropped the sword she was holding in her right hand. The ‘clack’ sound of the blade hitting the road echoed in the silence.

 

“Lord Lannon!”

 

Oliver’s surprised cry was heard, but Claire did not turn around. She clenched her free right hand into a fist. And she punched Sir Shylock in the face.

 

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