He Became the Genius Blacksmith of the Namgung Family - Chapter 127

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Chapter 127

Episode 127

“I’m wearing the Divine Four Vajra Galbok and Divine Four Vajra Blue Robe…”

“Chirp!”

“Am I wearing underwear? Of course I am.”

Namgung Cheon-gang slightly lifted his Divine Four Vajra Blue Robe.

“See, Baekseol-a?”

“Chirp!”

“Good job? You little thing.”

Stroke stroke.

Baekseol’s head always feels so nice to touch.

(˶´ ◇ `˶):Chirp chirp.

Baekseol also melted with happiness.

“Oh my, such a cute thing.”

I can’t resist cute things.

After briefly holding Baekseol and rubbing her white belly while showing his doting affection.

Namgung Cheon-gang goes back to packing what he needs to pack.

“I’ve packed the Black Charcoal Life-Saving Jujube and Thunder Breaking Star Hammer, so I’ve got everything.”

What about saying goodbye to family?

I did that this morning when I left.

What about Master?

He’s busy.

These past few days, Namgung Cheon-gang has also been busy, so it’s been hard for them to see each other.

“It would be nice to see him on the way out, but he’s still such a busy person.”

“Chirp!”

“Right, exactly. Still, I’m leaving a gift for Master, so I’ve at least left my regards.”

I couldn’t see Hosiu in the end.

I wanted to ask him to come along, so I asked Aeso and went to the Haomen Branch, but he had already left long ago.

“Who would have known he’d leave right after meeting me. Anyway, those who left have left, and now we need to go too. Right, Baekseol-a?”

“Chirp!”

“Right, exactly. Then, let’s go now, to Galbok!”

⎩(‵ ◇ ′)و:Chirp chirp! (Let’s gooo!)

* * *

Of course, we’re not going straight to Galbok.

First priority is joining the Namgung Family’s support forces moving to Galbok to help the Muyong Family.

It’s an arrangement the Master prepared for me, so how could I refuse?

Going outside Anhui Province, there was already a Namgung Family martial force preparing to depart.

On the flags erected on the supply wagons announcing who they were, characters meaning Namgung and the character for righteousness representing the Jeonggeom Dan fluttered.

The martial force departing to help the Muyong Family in Galbok was none other than the Namgung Jeonggeom Dan.

If the Namgung Jeonggeom Dan was the departing martial force, it was natural that there would be someone welcome to Namgung Cheon-gang.

Namgung Cheonggi.

A connection that began in Dongryang County and continued to Namman.

Seeing that connection carefully examining the Namgung Jeonggeom Dan personnel preparing to move and the luggage loaded on the wagons, Namgung Cheon-gang joyfully raised both hands and shouted.

“Oh my, big brother!”

“Little brother!”

Namgung Cheonggi, who immediately responded to Namgung Cheon-gang’s voice, also beamed and raised one hand high.

Running to each other in a single stride and embracing warmly, they deeply shared the joy of meeting after a long time.

“Have you been well, big brother!”

“Hahaha, I’ve been well! Have you been well?”

“Of course! Thanks to your concern, I’ve been well, big brother.”

“You really know how to respect your elders so well. Truly, you’re an exemplary Namgung person.”

Of course.

If you’re from the Republic of Korea, respecting elders is basic, big brother.

“By the way, I didn’t know you’d be joining this journey to Galbok. How truly delightful.”

“Isn’t this all fate bound by connection, big brother. Though we’ll part ways in the middle, please take good care of me until then, big brother!”

“I’m the one asking for your care this time too, little brother. And I’m sorry for only now expressing my gratitude. Thanks to you, we can have a safe journey, so I can’t express how grateful I am.”

What he meant was this.

Namgung Cheonggi slightly lifted his martial robe to show the underwear he wore inside.

“Oh, isn’t that Changung underwear, big brother!”

Namgung Cheon-gang learned that the underwear he made had been named ‘Changung underwear’ thanks to Namgung Cheong-a, whom he met the day after his meeting with the family head.

‘Noonim…’

She looked even more haggard.

While he says he made the ones for the traveling Namgung warriors together with her.

The underwear for warriors within the family is now Cheong-a Noonim’s responsibility.

With the Changung Clothing Store work as well, working day and night without sleep, becoming haggard with dark circles under her eyes is unavoidable.

‘I’ll prepare some medicinal tonic for you soon.’

If I get even one spiritual medicine from this journey, I should give it to her.

“That’s right. This was also made by you, wasn’t it?”

These are Namgung warriors who were required to carry bulletproof underwear, that is, Changung underwear, by order of the Namgung Family head.

Among them, warriors leaving Anhui first for support and commercial trips to various places were given priority.

When Namgung Cheonggi first received the Changung underwear, he was confused about what it was.

Still, since it was the family head’s order, he thought he had to follow it unconditionally.

“When I learned that the one who made this underwear was you, little brother, I put it on right away. Having observed you all this time, I thought this too must be no ordinary item.”

Sure enough?

It’s convenient.

No discomfort in movement.

It doesn’t even feel like I’m wearing anything.

And I heard it even provides sword protection?

“After checking, it’s definitely superior to existing sword-proof clothing. To think it’s thin and convenient yet has excellent sword-proof efficacy!”

This alone is already an excellent item.

But is this all?

It’s warm.

Currently, winter is approaching.

Whether it’s commercial trips or martial world travels, cold weather is truly difficult.

If you’re a warrior, you can preserve body temperature to some degree with the mental techniques you’ve learned.

However, is internal energy infinite?

It’s finite.

Therefore, you can’t protect against cold with internal energy indefinitely.

This is even more true for long commercial journeys.

But with just this underwear?

You can save more internal energy.

Less internal energy consumption means what?

It means you can ensure greater safety in all commercial trips, travels, martial world journeys, and movements.

Because if you encounter bandits or thieves, or other enemies, you can fight as easily as before.

The fact that it clings to the body, clearly revealing one’s physique?

Compared to the advantages, it was an insignificant disadvantage.

“After making Ungong shoes, which are different items from existing foot gear, how do you make such incredible items again? You’re truly an amazing and amazing blacksmith.”

“Oh my, I merely contributed to Namgung’s development as a Namgung person belonging to Namgung, big brother. Shouldn’t we all live well together to be happy? Hahaha!”

Namgung Cheon-gang waved his hands dismissively.

‘Compared to what I’m wearing, it’s somewhat lacking though.’

How can you compare custom-tailored clothes with mass-produced ones?

The finest luxury goods versus regular products.

It’s a world of difference.

Since I can’t provide such things for him, I feel unnecessarily sorry, so receiving praise feels embarrassing.

“You really are….”

However, to those who don’t know this, that kind heart that feels embarrassed about receiving praise even when making items while thinking of others is truly remarkable.

‘Yes, this is why he caught my fancy and I readily formed a brotherhood with him.’

The younger brother I’ve already set my heart on becomes even more dear to me.

‘I will do my best to protect you on the path we walk together, younger brother.’

I will protect you even if it costs me my life!

“Young Master Namgung Cheonggang! Sect Leader Namgung Cheonggi!”

Just as Namgung Cheonggi was making this firm resolution.

A beautiful voice calls out to the two of them.

At that familiar voice, both simultaneously turned their heads.

As expected, they see a familiar face.

A girl with cold, proud cat-like features that are quite attractive.

“Lady Namgung Sohye!”

“Samgong Nyeom!”

Namgung Cheon-gang and Namgung Cheonggi exclaim simultaneously in delight.

* * *

‘Wow, even though it’s been a while since I’ve seen her, she’s still the same.’

That appearance resembling a world-class idol star.

No, she seems to have become even more mature.

‘Ah, now she must be releasing solo albums and touring around.’

That was about the feeling I got.

Anyway, I raise my hand in delight at the beauty’s call, but huh?

‘Who is that person beside her?’

There’s someone I’m seeing for the first time next to Namgung Sohye, who approaches with a truly clear smile.

Looking closely, they resemble each other.

However, if Namgung Sohye has proud, calm, and attractive cat-like features, the other person is proud but lively, a cat with a mix of maturity and sensuality.

‘An idol and an actress.’

Setting aside how excellent their genes are, what does it mean that they resemble each other?

‘They’re sisters, aren’t they?’

Lady Namgung Sohye is Samgong Nyeom.

If she’s the sister of Samgong Nyeom, then?

“Namgung Cheonggi, Sect Leader of the Namgung Jeonggeomdan, pays respects to Lady Namgung Jia and Lady Namgung Sohye, the eldest and third daughters of the Namgung Family.”

Namgung Cheonggi immediately clasped his hands and bowed respectfully.

As expected!

“Namgung Cheonggang, eldest son of Namgung Gang, Sect Leader of the Namgung Iron Sword Sect, pays respects to Lady Namgung Jia and Lady Namgung Sohye, the eldest and third daughters of the Namgung Family!”

Namgung Cheon-gang also immediately clasped his hands and offered his respects.

I have a connection with Namgung Sohye, and she also said she dislikes excessive formalities when we traveled from Dongryang County to Anhui Province before.

So I could greet her warmly with light courtesy, but that’s only when she’s alone.

If she’s with the second daughter of the Namgung Family whom I’m meeting for the first time, shouldn’t I show proper respect?

“The third daughter of the Namgung Family greets you both.”

Namgung Sohye was momentarily flustered, but soon realized she was with her older sister and calmly received the greeting.

“And this is….”

“I’m Namgung Jia. Nice to meet you.”

As she was about to introduce her older sister, Namgung Jia stepped forward and introduced herself first.

A manner that was both casual and respectful.

“And everyone, straighten up. What’s with acting like some important person came? Ho ho ho.”

“Thank you, Second Lady.”

“Thank you, Second Lady.”

Among the two who straightened up, Namgung Jia looked at Namgung Cheon-gang with keen interest.

“…??”

Namgung Cheon-gang was puzzled by her staring at him intently.

‘Why is she staring at me like that?’

It’s a mystery.

If we were acquainted, I might think I had done something wrong before.

Since this is someone I’m seeing for the very first time staring at me intently, I have no idea.

“So you are Young Master Namgung Cheon-gang. You gave us quite an audacious gift.”

“…Pardon?”

“This.”

Namgung Jia slightly lifted her outer garment.

“!!?”

Namgung Sohye was startled and immediately raised both hands to cover the area Namgung Jia had exposed.

She quickly turned her head, telling the men to look away, but the two were already covering their eyes and looking to the side.

Truly reliable people.

Well, those people aren’t the problem.

The problem is her older sister who suddenly acted without maintaining proper decorum.

Namgung Sohye turned her head toward her sister with a thoroughly angry expression.

“What kind of behavior is this! What grudge do you have against these two!”

“Oh my, what are you talking about? A grudge? Where would such a thing come from?”

“You, you, you showed them your bare skin!”

“What are you saying, child? I was just showing them the Changung undergarment that Young Master Namgung Cheon-gang sent us.”

“…??”

That’s right.

Namgung Jia had only shown the undergarment she was wearing inside.

“Ah.”

Seeing that blue Changung undergarment, Namgung Sohye’s face reddened with embarrassment at her own misunderstanding.

Seeing her younger sister’s face turn red, Namgung Jia smiled with twinkling eyes.

“Sly thing.”

“…!?”

“Now, you two can turn back around.”

“Ahem, ahem.”

“Hmm, hmm.”

Namgung Cheonggi and Namgung Cheon-gang cleared their throats awkwardly and turned their heads back.

‘Phew, that was a shock.’

In the martial arts world, a woman showing her bare skin is a very serious breach of etiquette.

Of course, it’s the same in reality too.

Isn’t the waist area something not shown even to boyfriends?

But since she boldly showed it, I couldn’t help but be shocked.

‘I didn’t see anything!’

If questioned, I was absolutely going to deny it.

Fortunately, it was the Changung undergarment?

‘I’m saved.’

A sigh of relief naturally escapes.

At the same time, curiosity arose.

Why the Changung undergarment?

“Giving us a gift that makes the contours of our entire body stand out prominently. Hehe, isn’t this quite an audacious item?”

“…!?”

Ah, ahhh!

It’s not like that!

Underwear is just something that can’t be helped!

‘Would making excuses like that even work?’

Come to think of it, I forgot.

While men might not care, martial arts women would certainly find it quite audacious.

‘Cheong-a Noonim liked it so much that I didn’t realize!’

Who knew that a meeting between creators would lead to this situation!

“What could you have been thinking~ Did you want to see our Sohye’s silhouette~”

“…!!?”

Namgung Sohye’s face, which had already reddened from the earlier incident, turned crimson like a sunset.

It looked like it would explode at the slightest touch.

Thanks to this, cold sweat streamed down Namgung Cheon-gang’s back.

‘If I stay like this?’

I’ll be devoured by this sudden trial.

Ah, why is such a trial befalling me!

And without even a mission!

But I can’t just stand here dazed.

‘What’s needed at a time like this!’

Should I speak up?

‘No, just talking won’t work.’

In a situation with such impure misunderstandings, ‘just talking’ would only have the opposite effect.

Then?

How?

“Hmm~ Well, if you want, I could connect the legs—”

“Please kill meeee!!”

“…!?”

Namgung Cheon-gang prostrated himself flat.

“I absolutely, sincerely declare that there was not an ounce of such impure intention! Heaven knows this, Namgung knows this, and the Master knows this too! That’s why permission was granted to provide the Changung underwear.”

“….”

“Only to protect the lives of warriors and for the convenience of movement when displaying martial arts—this was born solely from the thoughts of an ignorant blacksmith with such considerations!”

“No, that—”

“However, if this is a situation caused by that ignorance, then this too is the fault of the maker! I apologize for this, and apologize again! Once more, I declare with a truthful voice that there was absolutely no disloyal intention!”

“I…”

“Of course, words alone are always just words, so there’s a great possibility that my heart won’t be conveyed. If I have truly caused great misunderstanding to you both through my mistake, I will apologize with my life, so please understand, and if your hearts are not appeased, I will gladly accept it!”

‘Not just talking.’

That meant also acting like a wronged criminal overcome with injustice, wailing and pleading desperately.

“Please kill meeeeee!!”

Prostrate, prostrate.

“….”

You’d have to forgive me now, right?

For Namgung Cheon-gang, who wanted to live long and become the world’s greatest blacksmith, humility was nothing at all.

“Squeeeak!”

Baekseol also prostrated herself.

They were a father and daughter(?) who truly resembled each other well.

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