The Extra's Harem In Dead End Game
Chapter 104 - 104: Archery Evaluation [3]

Max Celtrine.

A student famous for his terrible reputation, as much as you don't want to hear about it.

But he didn't care about that reputation, because he judged only by what he saw with his eyes. Even by that standard, Max was a terrible student.

Both his skills and his attitude in class were terrible. There was no enthusiasm at all.

So the judgment was simple: trash. That one short word was enough.

But then, that 'trash' began to change from the new semester. It was evident in his archery stance and expression.

The enthusiasm, which was completely absent, started to show. Naturally, his archery skills improved as well.

Can a person change this suddenly? 'Very rare.' It's not impossible. But for most people, it's not feasible. A dramatic change of heart is needed for such a transformation.

You must have experienced something shocking enough to cause such a change of heart. Even so, one thing: 'Too fast.'

Regardless of talent, anyone can learn the basics. The problem is that he is growing too fast.

Is it really possible to do this with just classes and practice? No, that can't be true. There will be a good teacher who can help you.

Who on earth could that be? Max's growth rate was so amazing that it made me wonder.

'Finishing the basics means... ... .' The fundamentals are flawless. Now it's time to move on to the next step.

This meant that he might have already been taught advanced techniques by that unknown master. 'No, it's still too much.'

Advanced skills are not something that can be learned so easily. However, this is based on the premise that it is a 'real' advanced technique.

But the teacher who is helping Max is definitely the 'real' one. That is why I am curious, as someone who walks the same path of archery.

What is that technique? 'I guess we'll have to wait until next time.'

He's shooting arrows very consistently, with no 8 points, but that's in the realm of basics. There was nothing more than that.

Considering the growth rate and time, it would be fair to assume that's all Max can show.

Professor Lawrence looked away as if there was nothing more to see.

* * *

'There are only two shots left.'

I took a moment to catch my breath and sort out the situation. Three 10s, five 9s.

I got 10 points less than I expected, but it was a score that was within the safe range. If I don't make any mistakes in the remaining two shots, I will definitely be in the top 10 in my grade.

Of course, the chances of me making a mistake on my remaining two shots were zero, because I plan to use the technique I learned from the meat-loving elf.

'Basic skills are up to this point.'

It could be very useful in battle, but if you ask if I can rely on it in critical moments, the answer is no.

That's why advanced techniques are necessary. Advanced techniques that can be relied upon in moments of crisis.

'At least I've got one.'

The only advanced skill in my skill window, which is otherwise filled with only basics, is Hiresia's Focus.

At first, I thought it was a fluke, but it turned out to be the result of human relationships.

'Focus, there's no better skill for archery training than that.'

The words she said at the lakeside. From the beginning, she intended to teach me Focus. To help with my training.

'Alright, then.'

It seems necessary to show off her technique to everyone with a stylish gesture of gratitude.

'That will do.'

Docking.

First, splitting the arrow already shot. A divine skill that only master archers can achieve.

Since Focus can be used up to two shots, it's definitely feasible. I've done it before, and it would be enough to astonish everyone.

"Huh."

I let out a short laugh and nocked the arrow to the bowstring. I could have activated Focus right away, but I waited.

Until a strong wind blew. Of course, for a more dramatic effect.

Whoooooosh!

Soon after, the awaited gust of wind blew.

"The wind is crazy too."

I could feel everyone frowning and lowering their bows.

Shooting an arrow in such a strong wind would be madness, so their reaction was natural.

But for me, it was an opportunity for a dramatic effect. I activated Focus right away.

Countless paths of arrows unfolded before me. I quickly found the path leading straight to the center of the target. My bow's direction twisted.

"What is that guy doing?"

"You're going to shoot in this wind? Are you out of your mind?"

"What do you mean shoot? It's just putting on a meaningless show. That guy is really an attention-seeker, I'm telling you."

"Ridiculous, really."

It seemed like everyone thought I was just putting on a show to draw attention. That would be the natural assumption.

But the thing is, this is about riding the wind. Those guys don't understand the wind, anyway.

Snap.

The bowstring was released.

"Uh...?"

"You're actually shooting?"

"Has he gone mad?"

Shoot!

The arrow flew.

Woosh!

The strong wind harshly pushed the arrow. To anyone watching, it seemed like a certain miss.

But, surprisingly, the arrow headed straight for the center of the target.

Thud!

And it perfectly hit the dead center.

"What, what, what the?!"

"Te, te, ten points?!"

"In this strong wind... Does that even make sense?!"

The astonished cries of the onlookers. A refreshing exhilaration coursed through my body.

This is exactly the zest of life.

It's too early to be surprised, lads.

I activated my Focus again before the wind stopped.

Interestingly, this time I'll shoot from the completely opposite direction.

Meaning, the dramatic effect could be maximized further.

My bow turned to the opposite side.

Snap.

Whizz!

Another arrow flew.

Again, the arrow was pushed by the strong wind.

But, even this time, it headed toward the center of the target.

Getting closer.

To the exact center.

Right into the tail of the first arrow,

Crack!

The first arrow couldn't withstand it and split in two.

Exactly in half, the new arrow pierced through the split arrow and hit the same spot.

With not a single fraction of deviation, perfectly the same spot.

A perfect docking.

This time, no screams of astonishment came out immediately. It was too surreal to be believed as reality.

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