First Legendary Dragon: Starting With The Limitless System
Chapter 154: Felira’s Trap

Arya chuckled at her joke and nodded her head, "Tavian might be more receptive since he doesn't have a club already. But who knows, he might already be in one."

They wandered through the grounds, finally spotting Tavian near one of the training yards, talking energetically with several other commoner students.

"Tavian," Orion called out calmly, gaining his attention. Tavian quickly straightened, looking slightly nervous yet clearly excited by Orion's presence.

"Orion—uh, I mean, Young Master Orion! Good morning!" Tavian stammered, bowing politely.

Orion chuckled softly, gesturing him to relax. "Please, just Orion is fine. Actually, I came to invite you to join the club I'm forming with Arya, Emilia, Elias, Nyss, and Felira. We're aiming to explore ruins, dungeons, training locations, among other opportunities beyond just classes."

Tavian's eyes widened, clearly conflicted. "That sounds amazing! But… I've already joined the Adventurer's Guild Club. They accepted me right away, and I promised to help some of my fellow commoner friends there."

Orion's lips twitched, feeling his bad day was ongoing, "Haha, no worries, Tavian. Looking after your friends is commendable no matter what. But if things change later on, let me know."

Tavian visibly relaxed, grateful for Orion's understanding. "Thanks, Orion. It truly means a lot. I hope we can cooperate someday."

As they departed, Arya playfully elbowed Orion again, giggling mischievously. "Oh no, Brother Orion, two rejections in a row! Your flawless record is tarnished!"

Orion sighed dramatically, feigning annoyance. "Yes, yes. I suppose even prodigies must face setbacks occasionally."

Laughing cheerfully, Arya linked her arm playfully with Emilia's. "Let's see if Kale will make it a streak of three."

Emilia smiled quietly, eyes twinkling subtly with amusement at their banter. They continued walking around the academy while looking for Kale.

And after a while, they located Kale near one of the training grounds, chatting leisurely with several other students.

Orion calmly approached him and called out, "Kale, good to see you."

Kale turned around and raised an eyebrow looking at the coming group, "Orion, Princess Arya, Emilia, good to see you all as well. Do you need something from me?"

Orion smiled calmly, quickly outlining the club's purpose and current members, emphasizing the already existing high-ranking nobles and growth opportunities they had.

Kale listened quietly, considering carefully before finally responding. "Hmm, I joined my family's club already, but honestly… your club sounds far more intriguing and beneficial. Plus, having Princess Arya involved significantly boosts its reputation."

Arya gracefully smiled and nodded her head, "We'd truly like to have you join our club. After all, you are one of the top geniuses of our batch."

Kale nodded, clearly convinced by Arya's sincere words. "Very well, I'll withdraw from my family's club and join yours. With this lineup, it's clearly a better choice for me."

Orion smiled, nodding appreciatively. "Welcome aboard, Kale. You won't be disappointed in your decision."

Kale chuckled lightly, "I also hope I won't come to regret this decision."

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As they walked toward the designated meeting place at the west-side fountain, Arya giggled softly, nudging Orion once more playfully. "Finally broke your losing streak, Brother Orion!"

Orion laughed gently, shaking his head with mock exasperation. "Two out of four. Fifty-fifty. Not terrible odds."

Arya lightly giggled, "Not two out of four but seven out of nine. That's great already since each member is equal to dozens of normal students and their influence in the kingdom is unmatched."

Orion rubbed his chin in agreement, "You are right maybe. But well, still need to go and see what Sylvia's thoughts are on joining the club."

Emilia's expression turned thoughtful, 'Sylvia huh… I don't think that sword maniac would be interested in joining the club. She would rather train with her sword than explore other places.'

[We can't be sure, lil one. She might become interested in Orion's potential, especially since he had decided to train in the sword as well.]

'…That's true, and since she doesn't have the same responsibilities as Garron, she might join.'

Emilia and her old spear continued to talk as the group of three approached the location swiftly.

Felira stood patiently beside the fountain, smiling warmly as she saw Orion's group approach. Beside her stood Sylvia, striking scarlet hair catching the sunlight beautifully, her sharp gaze focused intently on Orion.

Orion smiled lightly as they reached the two of them, "Felira, Sylvia, thanks for coming to meet us."

Sylvia calmly crossed her arms, looking at Orion with slight interest, "Felira mentioned that you wanted to have a spar with me. How could I not come after hearing something so interesting?"

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All three of them and Lumi speechlessly looked at Felira, who stuck her tongue out at Orion, her eyes screaming that there was no other way.

Orion shook his head, "There was another reason. I wanted to ask if you are interested in joining the club that I had formed with Arya, Emilia, and others from the top of our batch."

Sylvia raised an eyebrow and shook her head, "I'm sorry but I'm not interested in joining any club."

"Wait wait, don't be so fast to reject it." Orion gestured for her to slow down, "What would make you interested in joining the club?"

She glanced at the sword at his waist before raising her head and looking at him for a moment, "…Have a spar with me and then I will decide. No spells or mana technique, only swordsmanship."

Arya, Emilia, Felira, and Lumi looked at all of this as if they were watching a movie, getting excited at how the events were unfolding.

Orion looked directly at Sylvia's eyes, weighing his options before shaking his head, "I fear you would be disappointed. My swordsmanship has yet to reach the level of prodigies of Thunderpeak Royal Kingdom."

Sylvia shook her head, "You do not need to worry about that. I have fought many times and know where one stands. Do you agree to have a spar with me or not, Orion Helstorm?"

He took a deep breath as his grip on his sword tightened, "Very well, if that is your wish. Where do you propose we spar?"

Sylvia turned around and began walking toward the training ground, "At the training ground. We shouldn't destroy the academy's property."

Orion nodded and began following after her, as the rest of the trio trailed behind Orion.

Felira walked closer to Arya, "Hehe, Princess, isn't this exciting? Two of the most talented prodigies of our time are going to duke it out."

Arya lightly giggled, "Yes, it is interesting. I wonder if Brother Orion will be able to create a miracle this time."

Emilia shook her head, "I doubt. Sylvia has been training with the sword for over a decade and is one of the top prodigies. And the last time Orion used his sword was quite… amateurish."

Orion felt a surge of excitement as he followed Sylvia toward the training ground. The academy's pathways were bustling with students, chatter floating gently through the air beneath the bright morning sun.

[Master, she called you out. We can't let her look down on you like that! Even if you're still learning swordsmanship! (ง'̀-'́)ง]

Orion chuckled inwardly, a faint smile appearing briefly on his face. 'She isn't looking down on me, Lil Lumi. She genuinely wants to see my swordsmanship level.'