Knights Don't Need a Youthful Romance Story

"That's understandable. When I first joined the organization, I felt similar to you."

"Eh? Really?"

Tojo Nozomi looked at Luo Zhen with some surprise.

As far as I can remember, Luo Zhen seems to know everyone well and can chat with anyone he sees.

Will he be like me?

When did Luo Zhen join the organization?

"When I was in junior high school, I accidentally killed a ghoul, and then I was discovered."

Luo Zhen responded succinctly.

After thinking for a moment, I picked out a few stories and told them briefly.

During this time, Nozomi Tojo also occasionally expressed her views and understanding.

Although Jingxi didn't say anything, her eyes clearly showed that she was also paying close attention to their conversation.

"To be honest, I feel a lot of pressure."

With a helpless smile on her face, Nozomi Tojo said in a joking tone.

This was the first time she had said this to anyone today.

She had never told anyone about it in the past.

Only occasionally at night, she would throw a tantrum in bed like a madwoman, muttering things like "I'm so annoyed, I'm so stressed."

She didn't know who to talk to about her stress and distress.

Maybe we can try a different approach, a different story, and vent to our friends.

But everyone has their own troubles and pressures, and there's no need to bring your negative emotions to others.

No one wants to be someone's emotional dumping ground.

Except for dog licking.

After saying those words in a joking tone, Tojo Nozomi immediately felt much more relaxed.

"Speaking of which, what exactly were Luo Zhen's thoughts when he joined the organization?"

With her hands behind her back, Nozomi Tojo looked at Rozen curiously and asked.

Nozomi Tojo has many questions about this person who is the same age as her but is already a 'senior'.

“A little white-haired man said he saw hope and light in my eyes, and that’s how he pulled me in.”

"Then she told me I might have misread it."

When Luo Zhen mentioned a certain white-haired dwarf, his expression was full of displeasure and frustration.

Chapter 831, Section 852: The Power of Becoming a Burden and Shackles

"Eh?"

Hearing Luo Zhen's answer, Tojo Nozomi blinked blankly.

What kind of answer is this?

What do you mean by "misreading"?

"nothing."

Shaking his head, Luo Zhen didn't dwell on the topic any further, but instead skipped over it and said:

"At first I was quite excited, feeling that my strength finally had a stage to be displayed."

"But that excitement quickly wore off."

“My days are filled with a lot of training and learning, and I feel like this life is not as easy as it used to be.”

Recalling his own teenage years, when he was always ready to become a savior and fight the villains, Luo Zhen's eye twitched involuntarily.

At the time, I didn't think much of it, but now I realize how incredibly embarrassing it was.

It's possible that everyone who suddenly gains power after time travel goes through a period of time like this.

I feel like I'm the protagonist of this world, the absolute focus.

Even when walking on the street, I feel my heart surging with excitement.

Be prepared for enemy attacks and potential villainous organizations at any time.

Although she consciously hides her power, she takes every opportunity to tinker with the transformation device when she's at home.

Even if you don't transform, try practicing the transformation poses.

Even though she was incredibly excited, she still had to keep a cold face and put on an aloof posture when practicing in front of the mirror.

Then, looking at his face contorted with excitement, he forced himself to remain calm.

Ah, now that I think about it, I really want to find a place to die.

Rubbing his temples, Luo Zhen felt a surge of impulse.

That means traveling back in time to give that excited, crazy version of yourself a good beating, grabbing him by the collar to bring him to his senses.

Unfortunately, he can't.

At least Luo Zhen can't do that yet.

"Yes."

Nozomi Tojo, deeply agreeing, nodded repeatedly.

To be honest, it wasn't just Luo Zhen; she felt the same way.

Life suddenly became incredibly stressful.

I seem to spend most of my time training every day, but it still doesn't feel like enough.

It always seems like it's still just a little bit short.

No matter what you do, there never seems to be enough time.

Kagami glanced at Tojo Nozomi but said nothing.

In Jingxi's opinion, this guy was really too lazy.

Although I say I work very hard and dedicate most of my time to it.

But in reality, this guy's claim of dedicating most of his time to training is based on the fact that he continues training after his own leisure time and time spent playing house with his friends.

That's why I feel like I've wasted most of my time but haven't accomplished anything.

In Jingxi's eyes, this guy was just indulging in self-pity.

In contrast, under the lens, almost all of that time was truly devoted.

Even so, this guy can still keep up with my pace.

It's really disgusting.

Giving Tojo Nozomi a disgusted look, Kagami turned her head and stared blankly at the empty corner.

Sensing Kagami's disgusted gaze, Tojo Nozomi glanced at Kagami indifferently, saying nothing and asking nothing.

got used to.

This guy always looks at me like I'm trash.

At first, Nozomi Tojo would express her dissatisfaction with great anger.

But now it's basically ignored.

Humans are truly amazing at adapting.

"I heard from Teacher Wu Yacha that you are feeling lost right now and don't know why you should keep trying?"

After a brief chat, Luo Zhen got down to business.

That's why Wu Yacha called him over today.

Wu Yacha said he didn't have any good solutions to this problem.

For the Wu clan, constantly becoming stronger is like an instinct etched deep in their genes.

Like breathing, it's something we're born with.

Just like the Wu clan's ability to unleash the limits of the human body.

This has become something akin to a racial talent.

Instead of having Wu Yacha try to persuade Tojo Nozomi, you should let Tojo Nozomi work hard on her own.

It's like asking an ordinary person to explain the process of breathing.

Who can explain this clearly?

".............Um."

After a few seconds of silence, Tojo Nozomi, with her head bowed, nodded in response in a barely audible voice.

The revelation of her hidden 'little secret' made Nozomi Tojo feel uneasy and ashamed.

Her fair face was almost buried in her chest, as if she didn't want anyone to see the blush on her face.

When everyone has a clear goal and is working hard towards it.

They themselves didn't know why they had to work hard, nor did they know the meaning of their efforts.

I have a vague sense of guilt.

There's really no need to be so nervous.

"It's perfectly normal not to be able to explain why you're fighting or why you're working hard."

Seeing the ashamed Tojo Nozomi, Rozen comforted her.

"really?"

Raising her head, Tojo Nozomi asked timidly.

"real."

Nodding, Luo Zhen responded with an affirmative tone.

Although he spoke with a firm tone, he was very tired inside.

Tojo Nozomi's appearance inexplicably reminded him of his original self.

After gaining the power of a knight, I felt that I should do something, and I had to do something.

Therefore, after learning of the existence of the organization, Luo Zhen joined it almost without hesitation.

But for a long time afterward, Luo Zhen couldn't figure out why he was fighting.

For the sake of justice?

For love and peace?

I don't think I'm that great.

This power did not bring him any sense of honor.

It even became a shackle and a heavy burden.

Even though no one is urging me, I always push myself to move forward.

It's as if you wouldn't be worthy of this power if you didn't do something.

I take the glory and history behind this power too seriously, so I always feel uneasy and confused when using this power.

Some even belittled their own efforts.

I was just lucky. If someone else had this power, they probably could do it too, right?

This is the truest reflection of Nozomi Tojo's current state of mind.

Because I 'saw' Shinji Kido's experiences, I greatly admire him.

Because I admired the other person so much, I was at a loss after obtaining this power and felt that I could not use it well.