I Became the Namgung Clan’s Omnipotent Item-Powered Martial God - Chapter 110

—————
This chapter was translated by Lunox Novels. To support us and help keep this series going, visit our website: LunoxScans.com
—————

Episode 110
Episode 110 – Rules Overturned
#1
Evening.
Namgung Yeon and each Group Leader were summoned by the Clan Master and headed somewhere.
Even as they moved, they remained acutely aware of one another, maintaining a taut tension throughout.
After all, only one among them would become the Young Master of the Clan.
Only one person would lead the Namgung forward.
In truth, some had found the whole affair rather odd.
They believed the family was abandoning efficient methods in deference to tradition and history.
‘If the Namgung reveres only the strong, wouldn’t it be cleaner to simply settle the rankings once and for all?’
This thought belonged to more than one person.
They failed to account for countless variables—differences in age, late bloomers, personality—thinking only in simple terms.
Neglect a dissatisfaction and let it take root, and it would eventually blossom into deep resentment.
Deep discontent had already lodged itself in the minds of the Group Leaders.
Thus, each carrying their own thoughts and aspirations, they arrived at a large conference hall.
There sat the Elders, the Clan Master, and Namgung Cheon, the Former Clan Master.
“All the Group Leaders have arrived, Clan Master.”
“Good. Be at ease, all of you.”
“Yes.”
They took their seats and gazed upon the Clan Master.
Even now, looking at him made their bodies stiffen.
Especially Namgung Yeon, who had reached the Peak Stage—he felt all the more acutely how formidable the Clan Master’s martial prowess truly was.
‘If he advances one stage further……’
The Namgung’s safety would be assured for years to come.
He believed this was the opportune moment, now that the Former Clan Master had arrived.
Even if he stepped away, there was someone here who could protect the Namgung steadfastly.
“I have summoned you today to convey changes to the upcoming Sword Discussion Tournament.”
“We listen respectfully.”
“Until now, the Sword Discussion Tournament has pitted adults against disciples. But given the circumstances, we shall extend the process somewhat.”
“…….”
Indeed, what form would these changes take?
All waited in tension for the Clan Master’s words.
The Elders’ expressions seemed distinctly uncomfortable, though this appeared to be a decided matter already.
Namgung Yeon resolved to observe every detail as he examined the new landscape.
Now that he thought of it…… the Sword Discussion Tournament had never changed before.
What exactly had shifted to bring about such transformation?
As Namgung Yeon pondered, the Clan Master opened his mouth.
“In the Sword Discussion Tournament, alongside the assessment of skill, we shall also conduct a Ranking Battle among each Group.”
“You mean to say……?”
“You must be curious, after all. Who among the Namgung’s successors is the strongest right now.”
“……That is true.”
The eldest, Namgung Cheon, answered on behalf of all.
The other eleven Group Leaders nodded in agreement as well.
Yet they were quick to gauge each other’s reactions.
Nearly every eye turned toward Namgung Yeon.
‘They still don’t know what mission I’ve undertaken.’
That only gladdened him more.
This was the chance for explosive growth.
His body grew stronger the more battles he fought.
He had yet to fully absorb the power of the Heavenly Genius Spirit Pill and other Spiritual Medicine.
‘I thought I would need to undertake many missions to strengthen myself further at the Peak Stage……’
Instead, fortune had smiled upon him.
If he fought countless times before the Seven Star Gold Time Formation was completed, he could ascend to even greater heights.
“Those recognized in the Sword Discussion Tournament will proceed to the Ranking Battle. Do you understand?”
“Yes. We will inform the others.”
“The threat from the Demons grows fiercer. Be cautious in all things. And……”
The Clan Master paused a moment before speaking.
What came next would be the most crucial matter.
The fracturing of the Namgung, beginning with the smallest of words.
This warning was not directed at the students, but at the elders and the key figures of the Namgung Family who served under them.
“Should anyone attempt to lead you astray with honeyed words, you must think only of the peace and security of the Namgung.”
“Understood, Clan Master.”
…….
Namgung Cheon answered briskly, while the elders’ expressions grew steadily darker.
The Clan Master soon dismissed the Group Leaders.
Before departing, Namgung Yeon sent a transmission to the Clan Master.
-Father, there are urgent matters I must discuss with you.
-Come to my quarters after midnight.
The two exchanged glances, then parted ways to their respective posts, bound by an understanding that none else would know.
Once the Group Leaders had vanished, the Great Elder opened his mouth.
“You truly believe there are traitors within the Namgung?”
“I do.”
“Then we must expose them as well.”
His eyes shone with righteous clarity.
The Former Clan Master and the Clan Master gazed at his transformed expression and exchanged puzzled looks.
“It seems much has changed during my absence.”
“Your grandson has accomplished great things, Former Clan Master.”
“Hmm……. The fourth one?”
The Great Elder rose slowly from his seat.
As he did, a guileless smile crossed his face.
“Indeed. Yet competition is competition. The children of the other elders are equally qualified to be Young Master of the Clan.”
“Fair and square……. Yes, of all the words I’ve heard today, that is the finest.”
The Former Clan Master gazed about the chamber at these words.
He saw elders carefully composing their expressions.
Surely there was at least one among them.
Someone who would join hands with Demons to seize control of the Namgung.
‘Hmm. I’ve heard tell that beggars are also in league with them.’
This would require investigation.
That fellow was always rather good at investigating.
“I’m going to meet someone.”
“Where are you headed?”
“To look into those beggar bastards.”
…….
The moment he deliberately let slip this information, the disturbance in their energy became unmistakably clear.
Tsk, tsk.
How was it that those harboring such schemes could not maintain even a shred of composure?
‘Best to sweep them all out at once.’
The Former Clan Master spoke thus and vanished into the darkness.
Among the students, there would surely be those drawn toward the path of Demons.
Someone would tempt them, and such temptation would not be easily resisted.
The Namgung was vast.
There was the Martial Academy, and countless martial artists.
As for enterprises, they handled merchant houses, courier services, and also the manufacture of weapons and the sale of provisions.
It was not an exaggeration to say that the entire southeastern portion of the Martial Realm fell under Namgung jurisdiction.
“Where there are many people, there are bound to be many rats as well. The Namgung has grown far too large in my absence.”
He muttered words that none could hear as he stepped beyond the borders of the Namgung.
Would anyone dare to deceive his spiritual sense and follow him?
If such a fool existed, he would break their neck and ask them directly.
Why they had dared follow him.
#2
The Group Leaders felt restless, though they refrained from speaking openly.
There was only a sharp tension in the air, and a deliberate distance between them.
It was the eldest son of the Namgung Family, Namgung Cheon, who spoke first.
“Since it’s late, we should all get some rest…… and from tomorrow on, perhaps we ought to train separately.”
“I agree with that, but…… it’s strange how you’re speaking as though you’re commanding all of us. Brother.”
The one who replied was the eldest daughter, Namgung Yu Yeon.
Their eyes met for a moment, but nothing particularly transpired.
Namgung Cheon had stepped back with a soft laugh.
Of course, his mouth did not rest.
“Is there anyone here older than me? That’s why things are as they are, so don’t worry about it too much.”
“Well, if that’s the case….”
“We need to be careful about the Demons, but as for strength…… it’ll all come out in time.”
He swept his gaze quietly across Namgung Yeon, Namgung Jin, and the rest of his siblings as he spoke.
Yes, he was right.
Strength would reveal itself soon enough.
Bickering among ourselves now would only breed gossip.
“Be prepared.”
…….
Namgung Jin fixed Namgung Yeon with a look and left a grim warning.
Then he moved toward the quarters that had been temporarily assigned to him.
The others likewise departed to their own spaces.
“Well then, get some rest early.”
“Yes.”
“I’m curious to see just how much stronger our youngest brother has become.”
Namgung Cheon left those words hanging and disappeared.
After they had all gone.
Namgung Hwa Yeon, who had lately been losing confidence, approached him quietly.
She asked carefully.
“What are you going to do?”
“About what?”
“Well, Jin and Cheon…… they’re both so strong.”
“You’re asking me if I don’t think I’ll match them, aren’t you?”
Namgung Yeon asked with a small laugh, his tone light.
Hwa Yeon shook her head unexpectedly.
Then she looked toward where Namgung Jin had vanished and spoke again.
“I have eyes to see. The way I see it, you….”
“That’s enough. There’s nothing to boast about.”
“I want to place my faith in you, Yeon. Because of what happened before. If there’s something you need doing, could I…… be of use to you?”
“Thank you. But for now, worry about keeping yourself safe first.”
It had been a long time since he’d felt like this.
Watching his family tell him they believed in him.
He’d thought it would be something distant, far in the future…… yet here was his sister saying such things already.
Namgung Yeon tapped Hwa Yeon’s back affectionately.
How the Demons would strike remained to be seen, but if he were in their position, he would target the weak first.
Important figures of the Namgung Family, yet vulnerable ones.
‘The Demons will target those kinds of people first.’
Especially those he knew were truly strong.
They would gradually infiltrate starting with them.
Namgung Yeon watched the retreating form of Hwa Yeon as she entered her quarters.
After standing in silence for a moment, Namgung Yeon arrived at the place where Squad 3 was stationed.
“Did your conversation go well?”
“What do you mean?”
The Group Members rushed to question Namgung Yeon the moment he appeared.
Though they’d been apart only a few days, it felt like an age since they’d seen each other.
Namgung Yeon relayed the Clan Master’s words to them.
“It seems this Sword Discussion Tournament will also include a Ranking Battle.”
…….
“Perhaps one of the trials ahead will take place there.”
“A Ranking Battle, you say….”
“This is shaping up to be more interesting than expected.”
The members of Squad 3 showed their competitive spirit.
Right.
If they’d trained hard and endured arduous missions, they should have this much confidence at least.
Namgung Yeon smiled with satisfaction and spoke again.
“The Sword Discussion Tournament will bring many changes. Everyone needs to stay sharp and focused.”
“Good. Let’s show them how far we’ve grown.”
“Before that, we need to prove that we’re ahead of everyone else.”
Infinity’s Secret Storage
Namgung Yeon withdrew items from the Secret Storage once more.
Squad 3 never knows defeat.
Not unless it’s against another Squad 3.
Namgung Yeon’s smile deepened.

—————
This chapter was translated by Lunox Novels. To support us and help keep this series going, visit our website: LunoxScans.com
—————