My second life as a swordsman

Five years had passed since I first opened my eyes in this world. I am now part of the Delfaro family—a name once revered across the kingdom, but now carrying only a shadow of its former glory.

At the age of five, I find myself navigating a world vastly different from the one I left behind. Here, strength, discipline, and the mastery of spiritual energy define one's worth, and under my father, Siron Delfaro, expectations are set high.

The Siblings and Bonds

I share this life with a group of siblings, each with their own unique traits and aspirations:

Kaed: My eldest brother, only a year older than me. He's incredibly talented and diligent, the pride of the family and the natural heir to its legacy. His discipline inspires both admiration and rivalry.Ayla: My sister, who is the same age as I am. Fiercely determined and almost boyish in her demeanor, she excels in swordsmanship and never hesitates to speak her mind.Allen: My younger brother, just a few months my junior. Quiet yet undeniably strong, he moves through life with a calm, steady confidence.Lax and Lora: The twins, younger than me by a year. Lax is mischievous and endlessly curious, often causing trouble with his antics, while Lora is strong and proud, sometimes bordering on arrogance.

And then there's me—Rial, the second son of the Delfaro family—trying to find my place in this dynamic household.

The Struggles of Training

Daily training sessions were a constant reminder of how far I had to go. In my previous life, I was a mage, a master of spells and incantations. But here, I had to wield a sword—a skill that felt utterly foreign to me.

Kaed: (In a stern tone during practice) "Rial, put some strength into your strike! You're holding that sword like it's a magic wand!"

I couldn't help but smirk at his words, even as they hit a little too close to home.

As I struggled to lift the training sword, my hands trembling under its weight, I heard Ayla's teasing laughter.

Ayla: (Mockingly) "Maybe Father should make you the family scribe instead of a swordsman!"

Though her words stung, I knew Ayla's teasing was her way of encouraging me.

Lessons in Spiritual Energy and Beasts

In addition to physical training, we had lessons on spiritual energy and the creatures that inhabited this world.

One day, our instructor stood at the center of the training hall, addressing us with a serious expression:

Instructor: (In a deep voice) "Spiritual energy is the essence of this world. It fuels our strength and separates us from ordinary people."

He raised his hand, forming a small orb of glowing blue light that danced between his fingers.

Lax: (Wide-eyed) "Whoa! Can I do that too?"

Instructor: (Smiling slightly) "Maybe someday, if you work hard enough."

The discussion about beasts was equally fascinating. The instructor described how some creatures channeled spiritual energy to unleash devastating attacks, while others relied purely on their immense physical strength.

Ayla: (Excitedly) "I want to fight a beast someday! Can we train against them?"

Instructor: (With a stern tone) "Fighting beasts is no game, Ayla. It's life or death."

For me, these lessons were more than just educational; they were an opportunity to connect the dots between this world's system of power and the magic I had mastered in my past life.

A Personal Struggle

One evening, as I sat in the library poring over a book on spiritual energy, frustration boiled within me.

Rial: (To himself) "Why does everything feel so much harder here? In my past life, I controlled time itself... and now, I can barely lift a sword!"

Kaed entered the library and found me slumped over the book.

Kaed: (With a reassuring smile) "Rial, it's not easy for any of us. We all start weak, but we grow stronger over time. Trust me."

His words carried a sense of sincerity that I couldn't ignore. Perhaps Kaed, too, understood the weight of expectations placed upon us.

Conclusion

I realized that my journey in this world would be long and arduous. But deep down, I knew I had something unique to offer.

I might not be the strongest among my siblings now, but I had a mind shaped by a different lifetime. In the end, it's not just about physical strength—it's about how you use what you have to its fullest potential.