He Became the Genius Blacksmith of the Namgung Family - Chapter 126

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Chapter 126

Episode 126

The Master’s request.

Additionally, a bodyguard yearning with clear blue eyes.

‘Wait, isn’t a bodyguard an employee? How dare an employee send longing looks asking me to make items!’

He wanted to scold, but since this bodyguard was assigned with the Master’s personal funds(?), what could Namgung Cheon-gang say.

Anyone could see this was a covert operations assassin, so if he got on their bad side, even sleeping might become dangerous, so he had to make it.

‘Really, I only agreed because their eyes were pretty.’

Thus, he made the stealth outfit.

Seeing the client receive it with a crescent-moon smile, the creator felt pleased.

Well, it wasn’t an ordinary stealth outfit after all.

It was a stealth outfit made stitch by stitch with Baekseol’s silk thread!

Excellent elasticity, excellent protective ability, excellent prominence—

‘…Ahem, ahem.’

Unfortunately it wasn’t top-grade quality, but anyway, it was the finest stealth outfit, so naturally the recipient’s happiness index would skyrocket.

Of course, if he only made things for the employee, the employer and family elder would feel left out.

As Namgung Cheon-gang who upheld the spirit of respecting elders, he absolutely couldn’t do that.

So he also made one for Namgung Cheon.

Moreover, there was another reason for making this…

“One might wonder what need there is for protective clothing for one of the strongest in the martial arts world. Assassins would be burned by lightning energy before they could even approach.”

“Mm, that’s accurate.”

“Therefore, worrying about the Master’s safety is no different from worrying about the sky falling. However!”

(preparing for danger in times of peace).

Even in peaceful times, one must think of and prepare for approaching danger.

“The Master is Namgung’s light and shadow, sun and moon. Not even a single threat should be allowed! Therefore, I made this so it may protect the Master’s safety even in unseen places.”

His words were so eloquent that Namgung Cheon naturally found himself nodding.

Feeling pleased, he was about to graciously accept the gift.

However.

“…”

After those smoothly flowing words, when he saw what was being handed to him, even the great Namgung Cheon was left speechless.

‘Whew.’

After taking a deep breath and calming his mind.

“So this is… that, for protecting my safety?”

He asked quietly, with a trembling voice.

Namgung Cheon-gang answered as if it were nothing.

“Yes.”

“Why?”

“Pardon?”

“No, I’m curious about what mindset you had when making this.”

“Ah. It’s nothing special – I made it with the heart of protecting comfortable sleep, my own leisurely space, and that brilliant dream realm. Since it was made in collaboration with Baekseol, its elasticity is so excellent it will feel like part of your body.”

“…Is there a reason you made it like a stealth outfit, or even more so?”

“Since it was made for even better elasticity than stealth outfits, it’s natural that it appears thinner.”

The elasticity did indeed look very good.

He grabbed it and tried to tear it pretending it was an accident, but it just stretched.

If he applied a bit more force it might work, but then he’d have to use internal energy.

Since the blacksmith who made it with good intentions was right there, he couldn’t do that.

This was maddening.

‘If it were just something like a stealth outfit, I could accept it…’

But this was even more outrageous.

If he wore it, everything would be prominently outlined.

“…What’s it called?”

“Sword-proof undergarment.”

Namgung Cheon-gang had finally presented Korean underwear to his master!

“…”

Namgung Cheon inwardly swallowed a groan.

What was he to do about this.

Indeed, in all his life as Namgung Cheon, when had he ever experienced someone bringing him something more outrageous than a stealth outfit to wear.

The joke seemed too excessive, so he considered seriously punishing him, but unfortunately the one who brought it was Namgung Cheon-gang.

A genius of artifact creation, Mak Noya’s direct disciple, the only hope for repairing Namgung’s divine weapon.

Given his past behavior, he absolutely wasn’t someone who would joke around when it came to crafting.

Punishing him was quite awkward too.

‘Should I cancel the divine weapon repair?’

If he just canceled that, he could probably hit him once…

How desperate must he be to think this.

“The Master must think this is some hideous monstrosity.”

He knows well.

Namgung Cheon almost nodded.

“But it’s really comfortable. Once you try it on, you won’t be able to take it off.”

“Really…?”

“Yes. I’m wearing one too.”

“Hmm. Then I’ll try it on slowly.”

“I’m grateful for the Master’s grace!”

Since he said it would allow comfortable sleep, if it was uncomfortable he could just take it off.

“Well… thank you.”

“Not at all. Crafting is a blacksmith’s joy. I’m happy to be able to present the Master with the results of that joy.”

“If you say so, then that’s fortunate.”

Even if what he made this time was a bit much, that kind heart still made one feel good.

“Oh, and I plan to make several more.”

Huh? Several more?

No, why?

“The sword-proof clothing for all Namgung Family warriors departing with the mourning attire I promised to make for the Master is taking longer than expected, so I intend to substitute with this.”

* * *

Namgung Cheon-gang took two days to make his own sword-proof clothing.

If it takes that long to make one, when would he finish making them for the hundreds of Namgung warriors who might be in the mourning attire expedition party?

Of course, he would deliver mass-produced items, but that would also take time.

With mountains of work to do and mission time limits.

Since there was no leisure, sword-proof clothing for everyone right away was difficult.

“Full-body sword-proof clothing is so, but sword-proof undergarments are not.”

Excluding custom-made and top-grade quality, if he only considered regular quality?

There would be more than enough for the Namgung Family warriors.

Why?

Because there was Namgung Cheonggi of Cheonggung Clothing Shop.

‘When I showed the sword-proof undergarment to Cheong-a Noonim, who had been absorbed in the world of work after seeing the materials for the first sword-proof clothing I made, she said “This is it!”‘

Moreover, when he visited after two days, Noonim’s eyes were extremely sunken and her skin had become rough?

Indeed, the journey to create new products is difficult work.

If not her younger brother, who would protect Noonim’s skin!

Of course, hiding this fact, he emphasized that time could be saved and continued speaking.

“This sword-proof undergarment can produce optimal effects compared to time efficiency, so I wanted to report whether it would be good to substitute for full-body sword-proof clothing for now, which is why I showed it to you first.”

This was the other reason for making underwear and showing it to the Master!

‘Of course, I could just make and distribute them, but if people don’t wear them, it’s all for nothing.’

Moreover, if the Master catches me wearing it, he might scold me for making him wear such an embarrassing thing without proper consideration.

It was all calculated cunning on Namgung Cheon-gang’s part.

‘…How shameful.’

However, Namgung Cheon, who couldn’t know such cunning, only felt ashamed of himself at Namgung Cheon-gang’s words.

Namgung Cheon-gang was.

‘That child was trying to fulfill the command I gave him by any means necessary.’

Not knowing that admirable heart that thinks of Namgung, I just thought of it as an eyesore.

Moreover, in my greed, I unknowingly tried to burden him with a great load.

‘What kind of disgraceful behavior is this as a Master?’

Had I become too blinded by the name Sword King and the title of Five Great Kings?

The most important thing was Namgung itself.

“Seeing and talking with you, I truly see and realize many things. Also, I realized that trying to assign various tasks to someone busy was great greed. Thank you, and I’m sorry, child of Namgung.”

Therefore, Namgung Cheon sincerely understood Namgung Cheon-gang’s heart and expressed his gratitude and apology.

“…?”

Of course, Namgung Cheon-gang, who didn’t understand Namgung Cheon’s heart, was bewildered.

‘Why is he suddenly apologizing?’

The sudden gentle apology was rather confusing.

‘Ah, he truly doesn’t like it.’

The sword-proof underwear, considering its effectiveness, was like Korean-style long underwear, so it was unseemly.

‘Honestly, if someone who doesn’t know about underwear sees it, that’s how it would be.’

Unless they’re broad-minded, they might draw their sword and charge, asking if I’m mocking them.

Considering the position of Master, it’s absolutely an eyesore that should never be worn.

Just imagine being caught wearing it.

For a warrior who lives by dignity and pride alone, there’s no greater shame than this.

It would be enough to cause qi deviation.

‘Hmm. Did I think too much in Korean style?’

You know what I mean.

That Korean sentiment of giving parents spending money along with underwear sets as gifts on the first payday.

‘There was the cunning idea of using it as sword-proof clothing substitute, but…’

I can’t deny that the culture of affection was also applicable.

Anyway, what would happen because of this.

The embarrassing apology was clearly to punish me greatly afterward.

‘Ugh, but Namgung Cheon-gang won’t fall like this!’

I have no choice but to smooth everything over with a great apology through abdominal breathing!

I was about to do that when—

“Understanding your heart, I will personally wear this sword-proof underwear and actively recommend it to Namgung’s warriors as well.”

Huh?

“Moreover, just the fact that it doesn’t tear in my hands already shows its sword-proof effectiveness, so it can’t be called just ordinary sword-proof clothing.”

What?

“Thinking about it this way, this is certainly a remarkable artifact.”

Things worked out well?

“Haha, indeed, they say everything depends on one’s mindset, and thinking this way feels like my mind has cleared.”

All things depend only on the mind, and creation lies within me.

All matters depend only on one’s mindset, and transformation lies with me.

“Also, thank you for showing me the path forward once again. You are truly Namgung’s treasure, hahaha!”

‘Well, whatever.’

I don’t know what it is, but.

If it worked out well, that’s all that matters.

Anyway, and so.

“I hereby decree that the sword-proof underwear made by Namgung Cheon-gang is sword-proof clothing that all Namgung Family warriors must wear.”

Later, Changung underwear was born, which all Namgung Family warriors had to wear.

Also, this became clothing that must be worn in winter, but that’s a story for later.

* * *

Clang!

The swords of two women clashed.

A clear and pure sound echoed in all directions.

The clashed swords slowly descended together.

The martial arts competition that lasted for two hours had ended.

A woman with quiet, proud, and cold charm combined into an attractive cat-like appearance, Namgung Sohye, cupped her fists with the hand holding her sword.

In response, her opponent, a woman with a similar cat-like appearance but slightly more lively and sensual beauty, also cupped her fists.

“Thank you for your hard work.”

“Good work.”

Greetings toward each other.

After finishing the greeting, the lively cat-like woman looked at Namgung Sohye and smiled gently.

“You’ve improved much more than I imagined, our Sohye?”

“I’ve come this far with Father’s help and Sister’s help.”

“My goodness, you were so cute when you were little. How did you develop such a stiff way of speaking as you grew up~”

She was none other than Namgung Sohye’s older sister and the Sword King’s second daughter, Namgung Jia.

She quickly approached Namgung Sohye, who answered in a rather stiff voice, grabbed both her cheeks, and made a regretful sound.

Startled, Namgung Sohye looked around, but fortunately, no one was watching.

If someone had been there, it would have been quite embarrassing.

“S-Sister, what if someone sees…”

“Let them see if they want to? An older sister is playing with her cute younger sister’s cheeks, who would say anything? And this is a training hall that only I can enter. If anyone comes in, it would only be Dad.”

Ah, that’s right.

“Dad would be happy to see it, right? Should I call him?”

“S-Sister!”

“Giggle giggle. I’m joking, joking. Oh my, your surprised expression is so cute.”

Anhui’s First Flower, one of the Martial World’s Ten Flowers.

That’s what they say.

An adolescent young girl who doesn’t want to show such cute behavior to her father.

Since she only shows this side to family, how could her older sister not find her adorable?

And this cute younger sister will go to Galbok with her this time.

Father’s command to gain martial world experience and protect and help someone’s safety.

Who was that again?

Ah, right.

The person who greatly helped her when she went to Dongling County for her first martial world experience a few months ago?

Hehe.

A mischievous smile bloomed on Namgung Jia’s face.

“You’ll soon see that person you talked about every day, our little sister. How is it, are you excited?”

“…If I think about hoping I can be helpful this time, it could be called excitement.”

“With that pretty face and excellent figure, speaking so stiffly makes your sister quite sad. You were so girlish and lovely when talking about that blacksmith who went to Dongling County with you.”

“I’m simply maintaining my composure as a warrior.”

“But becoming a girl when you have a man you like is also part of being a warrior, isn’t it?”

“…!?”

Wh-what!

“Sis—”

She tried to raise her voice, but her sister was already disappearing with giggles.

“See you tomorrow~ Don’t be nervous when you see that person tomorrow! Cheer up!!”

“Ah!”

Really, does she enjoy teasing her younger sister and running away like that?

And who said she had feelings for him.

Meeting in Dongryang County, making her realize her own thoughts, finding Sima Waidao through extraordinary methods, and knowing that his martial arts level was so strong that even a blacksmith couldn’t gauge it.

Though he fell flat like a frog, his determined eyes and actions when he tried to fight together remained in her mind.

On the way, they shared martial arts together, giving her enlightenment.

He effortlessly created the legendary artifact called Ungongwha, and also made smooth commerce with Namman possible.

She was just looking forward a little to seeing such a person again tomorrow.

She had just seen, heard, and taken a liking to him, so what was this about having feelings.

“….”

…How unsettling.

‘At times like this, swinging a sword is best.’

Namgung Sohye silently continued swinging her sword for half a day, trying to shake off her unease.

And before going to sleep at night.

“By the Master’s command, Young Master Namgung Cheon-gang has made protective undergarments for Lady Sohye.”

“….”

Looking at the protective undergarments she received, the unease she had barely calmed returned again.

It was clothing made of material that would clearly cling to reveal her entire body.

‘Th-this was made by Young Master Namgung Cheon-gang?’

N-no, why?

Ah, right.

Father gave the order, didn’t he?

Then, even if it couldn’t be helped.

‘…Why did he make it so revealing?’

How did he even know her measurements?

“…Su-surely not?”

‘From that first meeting, he memorized her body!?’

Of course not.

It was just Korean standard free-size underwear.

Not knowing this, it was a night where Namgung Sohye’s unease could only deepen further.

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