The empire’s Seven Swords were the only swordmasters who would emerge at this point.

The swords which represented the empire, Andras’ Seven Swords... Hyde and Lloyd had died, so two seats were empty. However, considering the size of the empire, they could easily fill those seats. Additionally, there were five swordmasters remaining, so it wouldn’t be difficult for them to infiltrate Soldun.

Theo tensed as he thought about it.

Let’s say the person is one of the empire’s Seven Swords. Then... which one is he?

It might seem like a trivial question, but it was the most serious problem. As far he knew, the Seven Swords possessed a power equivalent to their number. In that case, the 7th Sword Lloyd and the 6th Sword Hyde were considered the weakest among them.

Theo decided to eliminate them one by one.

It isn’t the 4th Sword.

Pan Helliones was so impressive that Theo wouldn’t forget his presence. However, even compared to Pan Helliones, the 1st and 2nd Swords were much greater. In that case, this sword master could be anyone except the 4th, 6th, or 7th Swords.

Theo recalled Veronica’s words about them

- Ah, kid. You shouldn’t worry about the 1st or 2nd. The two of them might be the strongest in Andras, but they shouldn’t affect you.

Theo had looked at her askance back then until she explained further.

- Both of them don’t leave Belfort, the capital of Andras. Even in the last war, they never crossed the border until the emperor ordered them.

If it happened...