Sizing Up [Albrecht ~ Morning]

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It was very rare a day in which the Nameless Bodyguard would find herself out of the Queen's presence. So rare in fact that she would find herself putting work for her, and moving to various parts of the academy, her newest location being the training area. She would see students walk in and not too long leave afterwards. Were they in the wrong are or were they simply that cowardly? The truth was unbeknownst to her many were afraid of her being in the same room. A lot of new Cadets were well aware of her intense reputation and wanted no part in it. It would take a very brave or brazen person to be able to handle her.

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Despite Albrecht's fervent dedication to combat and improving his martial prowess he had skipped on the Cadets' official training that had been scheduled this morning. However, his morning was far from being unoccupied, he simply wanted a different training partner. And he had his wishes attended, perhaps out of sheer luck or divine intervention, he heard other students whisper about the Nameless Bodyguard's presence in the training grounds, most seemed to be scared... for some reason. Regardless, the knight would make his way to the training area with haste and no hesitation.

"Good morning."

Stern and firm Albrecht announced his presence, while he was impressed by her height but he was oddly at ease around the Bodyguard. Although he was wearing his civilian garb he still had his large weapon case on his back.

"You are Saint Isla's Nameless bodyguard, correct? If it's not too bothersome, do you have a moment?" His tone remained firm, but there was a hint of solemn respect in it. After all, he didn't want to anger someone so close to the Queen.

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Albrecht being the first person to actually address her today did at least catch her attention. She did not say anything, however she stared back at him. She continued to stare rather silently and without response. Her glare was as sharp as steel and as cold as ice; the very glares that would send others running off in a panic as though she would end them where they stood. Her body betrayed no emotion nor signs that she was attempting something, though it was clear that the choice would either be to stay there, or Albrecht could ignore her.

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The Knight's first response was to stare back at her, but unlike her intimidating glare he wore a confused expression. Was she trying to intimidate him? The Nameless Impressive was definitely impressive to him in many ways but there was no fear in his heart, few things can either due to sheer mental fortitude or perhaps he is just incredibly stubborn. Whatever the case, the Knight stood his ground when faced with Nameless' intimidation.

"Since there are no objections..." He paused for a moment, trying to collect his thoughts on how to word his next phrase, while fearless he still could tell when something or someone is dangerous. "My name is Albrecht Frost, i'm a Knight of the holy church and a Class 2 Cadet. It's a pleasure to finally meet the personal bodyguard of Saint Isla." It was a bit awkward to address someone who had no known name, for Albrecht it would just come of as diminishing to have to refer to a person as just 'The bodyguard'.

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He did not seem to back down, which was indeed a first for the woman. It was rather rare that people would stay to continue to talk to her. Her eyebrow raised ever so slightly, though she quickly returned to her stone cold face, masking a hint of puzzlement. "I've been told of you. You succeeded in capturing the Demon Painter; something I find hard not to avoid." The rumors circulated quickly, and she knew well enough about other Cadets, or at least anything necessary. Her words were sharp and methodic as though she were reading qualities off of a list. She knew nothing of him beyond the information she had and as such had no reason on her own to go see him. However he seemed to want conversation instead. "What do you seek by speaking to me?"

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So his deeds had reached the ears of those higher in the hierarchy. He couldn't help but be filled with a sense of accomplishment and pride though he should go straight to the point instead of reveling in his pride, Nameless didn't seem like the type of woman who fooled around for even a moment.

"I'm looking to improve my abilities in combat. So could you please teach and train me, Nameless Bodyguard?" Albrecht went straight to the point, no use to coat his true intentions with small talk. "Or at least train with me once. I understand you are a busy person." The Knight would quietly await for the woman to answer, while he would accept rejection, he really hoped he would get at least a chance to spar or be taught a few tricks.

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"No." Her response was quick and cold, like slicing something with a knife. It hardly took a thought, leaving no delay between his question and her answer. "I have very little time, and I have not been ordered to assist you, surely others can teach you correct? I doubt you need my assistance, and I don't plan on offering it. You have far from earned it." She had no interest in training at the moment, merely a sort of reconnaissance. Truthfully it was rare a time that she was outright requested or ordered by someone other than the Queen, so in a way she was surprised by the sudden question from the man.

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"I could train with other Cadets or on my own, but that can get dull and lose effectiveness, i had heard you were around and thought it wouldn't hurt to ask." He likes to aim high, though perhaps he aimed way too high this time. He also was half expecting rejection, so he didn't appear very fazed by her dry no. "...though i understand, i shall not bother with the subject." He had no other business there at the moment, he was set on saying goodbye and leaving the woman alone but curiosity reared it's head, and the Knight couldn't ignore it.

"Pardon my intrusion, but what brought you here?"

It didn't seem like she was up to official business, what could possibly make the Queen's bodyguard leave her side?

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Knowing that people seem to be this interested in learning from her did not exactly thrill her. If anything it was rather creepy to know that normal Cadets were seeking her out in this manner. Was it ever going to be a good idea to train someone? Still, she had nothing to do at the moment, so if nothing else she was willing to speak, if only a little. "I am merely off duty. Though I have chosen to patrol the Academy and await further orders. It is nothing grandiose, my services could be needed at any point."

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"Patrol the academy? I suppose rebels and others dissenters could be posing as regular students. But isn't that a job better suited for Cadets?" Albrecht spoke, the curiosity in his voice was noticeable as opposed to his regular stern tone. Though after thinking a bit about what he was saying maybe he should take a step back and not overstep his boundaries with her."I apologize for so many questions, i suppose i let myself be guided by my curiosity. I should know better to not pry into your personal life." He bowed his head slightly apologetically.

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The comment he made rang true, and though it seemed to irk the Nameless Guard in a strange way, her expression would not betray her true feelings. "Why I am here does not concern you, all you must know that I am here to merely watch until I am needed again, but you at least know your manners; becoming of a Cadet so long as you don't make the same mistakes others have." She said, thinking to herself. She was at this point getting confused as to why the man was inquiring so much into her business here. It is not necessarily that what she was doing was so confidential, but she had no reason to reveal the information to him. "Is that all you wished to say to me? Do you have practicing or exercising to commence?"

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"I was not asking why are you here. I simply thought it was a task better suited for lower ranking agents, though i suppose saying whatever is on my mind isn't very polite either." He folded his arms while a thought expression formed on his face. "In any case, i shall leave your presence now. Forgive me for my intrusion, it is a mistake i'll not repeat."

Albrecht leaves the vicinity.

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