KFN A1C9 - The king who shall conquer all

It is a new day.

The first morning rays of a summer day. None of that scalding afternoon sun, nor the lonesome sunset. Only the comforting and gentle stretch of land. (TL: Basically the author is trying to say, what a nice, cooling morning.) Merlin stroked the horse's nape as he gently leads it on. His smile ever plastered on his face, yet this time, it is wider than usual. His wide smile more brighter and brilliant than the sunshine rays now beaming onto the courtyard.

"Today, I will be teaching all of you how to ride a horse. It is the most simple and basic of knighthood skills. Master this, and you shall have the upper hand in most duels."

As Merlin droned on, Lin Ling stared into the sky. Something horse riding... Something dueling... All of these are incomprehensible words, words that she can not relate to as a person from a modern world.

Under Merlin's guidance, Arthur and Kay carefully got on their respective horses with no problems. As soon as it is Lin Ling's turn, she can only brace herself. She does not know that even horses are aware of strangers, and chose a chestnut coloured horse. (TL: The Chinese says "red horse" lmao. How red would you like your horse?!) At her approach, her mount hissed loudly, causing her to take a step backwards.

"What's wrong? You aren't even afraid of Ah Hua, now you are scared witless of a horse?"

Merlin chuckled from the sides.

Lin Ling gritted her teeth at his comment, and slowly approached the cautious horse again. Clearly, her chosen mount wants nothing to do with her as he neighed even louder, his tail swished back and fro with increasing momentum.

"Useless girl."

Arthur coldly commented from the sides.

"You can do it, Lin Ling!"

Kay on the other hand, encouraged our heroine.

"Okay..."

His encouragement filled her heart with warmth and courage. She then continued her approach till she reached next to the horse. Before she can even touch it, she flew with a "biu" sound. The horse kicked her with no hesitation.

"Ow ow ow..."

She bit her handkerchief in frustration.

The next day.

Merlin, once again, smiled at the company of pages.

"Today, we learn the basics of swordmanship. Slash the wooden stakes and cut it down with your sword. This practice also serves to train your arm strength."

"I will be the king who shall conquers all. Work hard, and join me by my side."