Volume 1 Chapter 8 The Older Brother Kairyou Talks About The Younger Brother Tenhou
──Kairyou's Perspective──
To Kairyou, Tenhou was a "dangerous little brother."
When they were young, Tenhou was incredibly curious, surprising Kairyou with his eagerness to learn.
It was as if he came from another world, always asking their father and Kairyou questions about everything. Worried about Tenhou wandering around, their father assigned Hakuyou as his attendant.
With her around, Tenhou seemed to calm down a bit.
However, Tenhou was born without the ability to use 'ki' energy.
He seemed to care a lot about that.
This might be why he started practicing writing so diligently.
Even though he was the son of 'General Skybear,' he couldn't become a military officer. So, Tenhou decided to aim for a position as a civil servant.
Kairyou never looked down on his brother for that reason.
At least, he thought he didn't.
Tenhou probably took after their weak mother, Gyokushi.
Criticizing his brother would mean criticizing their mother too.
"Still, I guess I thought I was above Tenhou."
Kairyou muttered bitterly.
Looking back now, didn't he feel pleased when he heard the rumor that "the eldest son of the Kou family is a fine horse, while the second son is a useless horse"?
While saying, "Don't insult my brother," wasn't he secretly enjoying the praise he received?
"...I can't believe how embarrassing this is."
He feels sick thinking about how bad he is at judging people.
What do they mean 'the second son is useless'?
Tenhou was just looking ahead and gathering strength.
In contrast, Kairyou only looked at what was close.
He wanted to be recognized by their father and praised by everyone, showing off his power.
"Tenhou sees me as someone who can change the fate of Aika Country..."
Earlier, Tenhou was desperately trying to appeal to Kairyou.
It didn't look like he was just flattering him.
"Is mastering 'ki' energy a matter of 'life or death'? I didn't feel that much urgency. Maybe that's the difference between me and Tenhou."
In the future, Tenhou will become an amazing person.
As his older brother, what can he do for him──
"I have a request for you, Father."
Before he knew it, Kairyou was visiting their father's room.
He bowed deeply and said,
"I want to get Tenhou a martial arts master."
"What's gotten into you, Kairyou?"
"I've changed my mind. If Tenhou has mastered 'ki' energy, then we should help him develop it."
"I understand. But Tenhou has his own unique training method for mastering 'ki' energy. Is there a martial art that can make use of that?"
"...That's true."
After thinking for a moment, Kairyou said,
"Could you ask His Royal Highness's younger brother for help?"
"His Royal Highness's younger brother.. Ryougen-kun?"
"Yes. His Royal Highness's younger brother supports many martial artists. There may be some who know about the guiding method that Tenhou is practicing. If that's the case, wouldn't he be able to teach Tenhou?"
Ryougen-kun is the younger brother of the king of Aika Country.
He is the prime minister of this country and also the highest-ranking noble.
He is famous for loving talent and supporting many guests.
These guests travel across various countries and become sources of information for Ryougen-kun and the king.
Among these guests, there are many martial artists.
"If Father asks, wouldn't it be possible to get introductions to martial artists from him?"
"That's not impossible. But do we really need to go that far?"
Kairyou's father, Eishin, tilted his head.
"Even though Tenhou has learned 'ki' energy, I don't think it's necessary for him to learn martial arts."
"I believe Tenhou will influence the future of the Kou family."
"The future of the Kou family!?"
"That's right. Then, we should provide the best education."
"Isn't that a bit exaggerated, Kairyou?"
"Did you imagine Tenhou learning 'ki' energy?"
"...No."
"Moreover, relying on books bought at the town market and learning on his own. Has anyone like that ever been in the Kou family?"
"...Indeed, that may be true."
"Furthermore, Tenhou has unlocked the heart of Seirei. That is something neither I nor you could do."
".........I understand what you're saying. However, it's not necessary to ask Ryougen-kun for help."
"I have received permission from Mother."
"I see! Then that's fine!!"
Eishin nodded easily.
"If Gyokushi agrees, you should have said so from the start! There's no way I would oppose her opinion!?"
"Thank you very much, Father."
'General Skybear' Kou Eishin.
A strong and brave warrior, skilled with a great spear.
Only those close to him know that he is an extraordinary family man.
"I will request a meeting with Ryougen-kun right away. I won't spare any effort for Gyokushi and Tenhou."
"Thank you very much, Father."
"Then, should we assign a master to Seirei as well? That child can use 'ki' energy, right?"
"Seirei will need time to adjust to the household."
Rather, what she needs is time to rely on Tenhou.
It's still too early to think about the future.
"If necessary, she will ask you herself, Father."
"Yes, understood."
Saying this, Eishin smiled slyly.
"But Kairyou, you have grown."
"...Me?"
"I didn't know you were thinking so much about Tenhou. Tenhou is working hard to master 'ki' energy, and Kairyou is strong and compassionate... How wonderful. With your bond, the Kou family will be safe!"
"Y-yes, Father!"
Eishin laughed heartily, while Kairyou felt overwhelmed.
The peaceful time of the Kou family passed like this.
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