Surviving as the Heavenly Demon’s Concubine - Chapter 76

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Unnecessary interference would only be a hindrance.

Just as he was about to open his mouth to refuse Namgung Yeonhwa’s proposal.

“This Taoist here is from the Mudang Sect of the Central Plains, and she has memorized all the incantations of the Yangui Divine Art , which operates internal energy in two branches from a single dantian. We are inexperienced and couldn’t comprehend it even after hearing the incantations… but if senior examines it, perhaps a clue might emerge.”

“…! Welcome!”

Mujin grinned and showed off to Umun Gwoe.

“See? I was right, wasn’t I?”

His tone demanded acknowledgment that his words about the Cheonryeon Palace girls’ knowledge of the Central Plains possibly helping with this situation had been prescient.

“Ahem. That remains to be seen.”

Finding that arrogant attitude annoying, Umun Gwoe pretended not to know even though he knew Mujin was right.

“How peculiar for a child to memorize incantations of martial arts she hasn’t even learned. Is there some story behind this?”

It was a subtly suspicious and probing question.

He was wondering if she might be seeking revenge by spreading secret martial art incantations everywhere, harboring resentment against the sect that sent her as a concubine to the Heavenly Emperor.

Song Ha, who caught Umun Gwoe’s intention, blushed slightly and spoke with a deliberately respectful attitude.

“The Yangui Divine Art is different from other martial studies of the Mudang Sect. No matter how excellent one’s martial talent, if it doesn’t suit one’s aptitude, it’s impossible to learn even if beaten to death. So they make all disciples familiar with the incantations of the Yangui Divine Art to identify those with suitable aptitude.”

“I see.”

Umun Gwoe nodded, showing an understanding attitude.

The supreme art of the Mudang Sect that unfolds two martial arts with one dantian. The Yangui Divine Art.

Such a unique martial study might indeed not be suitable for everyone.

“Let me hear it.”

Yeon Soha stared intently at Song Ha as she spoke.

Then Umun Gwoe and Mujin also paid attention to hear the incantations of the Yangui Divine Art.

“I shall begin.”

Song Ha gathered her breath and began reciting the incantations in a clear voice.

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“One origin divides into two principles, and within chaos, the clear and turbid are separated.”

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“The movement of stars dwells in the left sleeve, and the moon’s course follows the domain of the right wrist.”

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“Like clouds and wind flowing together, two paths flow side by side yet do not mix.”

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“Though the heart is divided, the spirit is not scattered, and the Supreme Ultimate remains alone in solitude. …That is all.”

Though the incantations weren’t very long, the meaning contained within was by no means light.

‘What nonsense is this.’

‘Even hearing it again, I still don’t understand…’

The Sapa girls blankly emptied their upper dantians and surrendered themselves to the flow of time.

Being from the Orthodox Faction didn’t make things different. Among the Mudang Sect’s martial studies, the Yangui Divine Art was famous for being abstruse, so there was no way the girls could comprehend it after hearing it a few times.

“How… do you find any clues?”

Namgung Yeonhwa asked carefully. It was a question that could be seen as rude if handled wrongly, so she had no choice but to be as deferential as possible with a cautious attitude.

“Thinking.”

Yeon Soha was quietly absorbed in thought, reflecting on the incantations as she had answered, while Umun Gwoe had an irritated expression as if he had a headache.

“What about Poison Master…”

“Don’t pester me!”

Central Plains martial studies had many metaphors, making them difficult to understand intuitively.

At least a day or two would be needed to analyze the content.

And finally, Mujin…

“Ah. I understand it completely.”

He offered a completely unreliable assessment.

“Really?”

Song Ha asked back in surprise.

“Do I have any reason to lie?”

At Mujin’s confident attitude, the girls’ faces brightened with hope.

“No!”

“Waaah!”

Instantly, the surroundings filled with a hopeful atmosphere.

Even Jegal Lin, who had been whimpering in a corner of the orchard, crept closer and asked, “I-is it really true…?”

Only Song Ha from the Mudang Sect tilted her head wondering, ‘Strange. It can’t be that easy?’ but the atmosphere made it difficult to dampen spirits, so she had no choice but to remain silent.

‘Showing off just because he’s in front of girls.’

Umun Gwoe made an expression of disbelief.

No matter how much Cheonma bloodline he had, he was still a youngster around twenty.

Moreover, who was Cheonmu Jin? Wasn’t he the third prince famous for being a scoundrel?

Though his innate martial talent was said to be excellent, his nature was lazy and frivolous, skipping training and ceremonies like meals and frequenting pleasure houses and gambling dens.

‘He’s not the type to gain enlightenment in profound martial studies.’

Therefore, Umun Gwoe didn’t believe Mujin’s assurance at all.

“Excellent.”

On the other hand, Yeon Soha had no particular thoughts about Mujin’s reputation.

She wasn’t interested enough in others to form preconceptions in the first place.

“Tell me as well, quickly.”

“I’ll tell you everything, so calm down. To rescue Dang Ri-seo according to my plan, I need the cooperation of both elders.”

Both elders?

Umun Gwoe frowned irritably.

“Leave me out.”

Mujin’s eyes widened as if surprised.

“A master won’t join in rescuing his disciple?”

“If we could really rescue her, I would gladly participate.”

Umun Gwoe snorted as he spoke.

“But I find the third prince disagreeable. You may find this unpleasant, but judging from Magong-ja’s usual conduct, you don’t seem like the material to fully understand the incantations of the Yangui Divine Art. If we follow a plan based on wrong interpretation rather than true enlightenment, how could we bear the risk?”

At Umun Gwoe’s sharp assessment, even Mujin hesitated slightly.

Yeon Soha had her usual indifferent expression, but the other girls were influenced by Umun Gwoe and their faces hardened stiffly.

‘Tch, stupid things. Shouldn’t they face reality?’

This atmosphere wasn’t unfamiliar to Umun Gwoe.

From a common-sense perspective, there was nothing wrong with Umun Gwoe’s words.

There wasn’t, but… with no clear alternative available now, it wasn’t a story worth hearing either.

“Old man Umun thinks too highly of me.”

As if breaking through the gloomily settled atmosphere, Mujin spoke up.

“What?”

“That’s right. I’m not even a heavenly martial prodigy, so how could I gain enlightenment after hearing incantations once or twice? I just obtained a useful clue.”

Umun Gwoe just blinked with a stupid expression.

Thinking about it, Mujin had never said with his own mouth that he had gained enlightenment.

“Understanding the incantations of the Yangui Divine Art and rescuing Dang Ri-seo from the Energy Hell are separate matters.”

“That…”

“Right?”

“…That’s right.”

Mujin grinned.

Umun Gwoe felt somewhat frustrated but couldn’t help but agree with his words.

“I’ll cooperate too.”

“You heard him? Prepare, Jegal Lin.”

“Yes? Yes!”

Jegal Lin jumped up and dispelled the formation she had set up around the area.

Hazy mist obscured their vision, then Riser’s figure sitting in lotus position began to appear in what had seemed like an empty corner.

Riser had been here from the beginning.

He had simply hidden Riser with an invisibility formation as a precaution against any potential danger.

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