The God of Death and the God of War - Chapter 74

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Evil Hegemon Martial God

 

Chapter 74

 

Poyangho is in Jiangxi Province, and Tongseong County is in Hubei Province.

 

Even though the two provinces border each other, being divided by provinces meant no small distance.

 

Originally, even though Jiangxi Province where Poyangho is located borders this Hubei Province, it wouldn’t have been possible to arrive this quickly.

 

Yet after Jeok-un acquired Ochu, he was able to return this rapidly before any trouble could arise, thanks to the perfect compatibility between Ghost Step and Ochu.

 

As a simple example, the time it took to return was less than half of what it took when departing.

 

Even riding horses at full gallop and changing horses at every post station wouldn’t have been faster.

 

‘Faster than before my regression. I didn’t know Ochu would match so well with Ghost Step.’

 

It wasn’t unreasonable for Jeok-un to evaluate it this way.

 

After all, the Ghost Step transmitted by the Hwangbo family was such an exquisite technique that it would rank among the top three even when combined with all the lightness skills of the Central Plains.

 

When combined with divine energy, it was like adding wings to a tiger, completely transforming its caliber.

 

Without a doubt, even Sintu, the world’s greatest thief, would have to bow his head before Jeok-un.

 

“Gwimong Daeju Jang Bo-heum pays respects to Baek-ya Daeju.”

 

At that moment, Jang Bo-heum suddenly stood up and cupped his fists toward Jeok-un in a respectful manner.

 

At this display of courtesy that seemed like a subordinate showing respect to a superior, Hyeon Un-jin and Dan Gyo-ik’s eyes gleamed.

 

“Please sit over here.”

 

“Yes, you’ve worked hard.”

 

Jeok-un nodded as if it were natural and took over the chair that Jang Bo-heum had been sitting in just moments before.

 

This clearly revealed that he was the representative agent of Sadocheon.

 

Jang Bo-heum also regarded this as natural.

 

He had only temporarily substituted during Jeok-un’s absence, so naturally he should step aside when the original owner returned.

 

Hyeon Un-jin and Dan Gyo-ik, who couldn’t fail to understand such an attitude, silently observed Jeok-un.

 

Thud!

 

Sitting down, Jeok-un crossed his legs and opened his mouth in an arrogant posture.

 

“I was trying to rest a bit, but it seems uninvited guests have come to visit. So, did you come scurrying over thinking there might be something to scavenge at someone else’s house?”

 

“Hah.”

 

“…Kyohoho.”

 

There was no other arrogance like this arrogance.

 

Hyeon Un-jin let out a sigh as if dumbfounded, while Dan Gyo-ik burst into a sinister laugh.

 

But that didn’t mean they were looking down on Jeok-un.

 

Rather, they observed Jeok-un even more intently.

 

How was his martial prowess, what were its foundations, and so on.

 

‘…Hmm.’

 

‘Does this make sense?’

 

The result was quite devastating.

 

In fact, on their way here, the two had been skeptical about their organization’s report.

 

Because according to the report written by their organization, Jeok-un had not only killed Tang Meng but also killed Seo Do-yeom on the same day.

 

A mere youngster not even twenty years old, barely old enough to be considered for the rising talents list, killing masters who had reached the peak of Hwagyeong?

 

And not just any random people, but Poison Flame Yama Tang Meng and Tidal Fist Master Seo Do-yeom?

 

How could this be plausible?

 

It was a terribly unfunny joke, and they had presumed that the real culprit must be another master that Dokgo Cheon had secretly attached from Sadocheon’s main organization, or that they had used cunning and vile schemes befitting Sapa’s rabble.

 

‘How could someone achieve so much at that age…’

 

‘No wonder Seo Do-yeom lost. With such achievement, even the caliber of the divine object wrapped around his body is difficult to fathom.’

 

Both Hyeon Un-jin and Dan Gyo-ik had no choice but to accept reality.

 

That Jeok-un was indeed the one who killed Tang Meng and Seo Do-yeom.

 

As evidence, massive energy flowed from Jeok-un.

 

Yet not even a grain’s worth of energy leaked out.

 

This meant his energy control was near perfect, which was a sign indicating Hwagyeong.

 

Moreover, they could directly feel that the divine energy wrapped around his body possessed a terrifying caliber.

 

Meanwhile, just as the two were assessing Jeok-un, Jeok-un was also evaluating them.

 

‘Sword Saint and Ghost Moon Cruel Demon. I didn’t expect these two to come. Greater figures than expected have visited.’

 

Mudang’s Sword Saint, Heukpaesong’s Ghost Moon Cruel Demon.

 

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say these two represented the righteous path and evil path respectively.

 

The Sword Saint was a renowned master of the righteous faction, and Ghost Moon Cruel Demon was a demon lord of the evil faction, so Tang Meng and Seo Do-yeom whom he had faced earlier would have nothing to say even if they were evaluated as ‘mere’ compared to these two.

 

The difference in weight class was that significant.

 

Therefore, Jeok-un felt intense fighting spirit.

 

‘Hehe, very good. I can finally have a proper fight after a long time.’

 

If it were up to his heart, he wanted to rush at them right now and fight these two bloodily.

 

He wanted to pour out the full power of the newly acquired Ochu.

 

With such appetizing opponents right before his eyes, Jeok-un could feel his body heating up naturally.

 

Crack!

 

Just as Jeok-un unconsciously repeated clenching and unclenching his fists.

 

“How foolish!”

 

Hyeon Un-jin burst out with an angry shout.

 

“Even if it was once, your words and actions show no trace of being descended from the Jegal family, a prestigious clan among prestigious clans! Do you feel no guilt whatsoever despite committing such a terrible massacre!”

 

At Hyeon Un-jin’s shout, Jeok-un showed a crooked smile and said.

 

“Guilt? I clearly gave them a merciful opportunity. I gave them time and a chance to leave Tongseong County.”

 

“…”

 

Hyeon Un-jin couldn’t respond.

 

As a result of investigating the local residents and passersby who were nearby at the time, Jeok-un hadn’t rushed in and killed indiscriminately.

 

“Yet the one who rushed in like a mad dog was Tang Meng, that bastard. If that fool had just made proper judgments, there would have been no unnecessary casualties. How is it my fault that the Murim Alliance appointed a stupid commander?”

 

At his openly mocking tone toward Tang Meng, Hyeon Un-jin frowned and said.

 

“Hah, are you calling that-”

 

“And Dan Gyo-ik.”

 

Jeok-un turned his gaze toward Dan Gyo-ik before Hyeon Un-jin could finish speaking.

 

“You came to receive the price for your crimes, didn’t you?”

 

“Oh? Have I committed some crime I’m unaware of?”

 

“Playing innocent.”

 

Cutting off Hyeon Un-jin’s words, Jeok-un turned his gaze to Dan Gyo-ik.

 

“You’re the one who used the No family guys as spies.”

 

“…!”

 

The ‘No family guys’ Jeok-un mentioned referred to the brothers Noh Hwang-mun and Noh Hwang-gu.

 

Former Gold Axe Unit Daeju Noh Hwang-mun and Paejeon-bang Changsha branch manager Noh Hwang-gu brothers.

 

Brothers who once dominated Changsha territory and rode high on success.

 

But they were also the first targets Jeok-un killed as soon as he entered Changsha territory.

 

“I don’t know what nonsense you’re-”

 

“Poison is a forbidden substance in Gangho. You know that using it makes you a public enemy of the martial world, right? While I’m being nice, offer your neck immediately. Taking your head with me will please Cheon-ju.”

 

“…You really are a madman.”

 

Dan Gyo-ik pretended to be calm on the outside, but inwardly he was hiding his great shock.

 

‘…How on earth does this bastard know that fact?’

 

That was because, just as Jeok-un said, it was indeed Dan Gyo-ik who had recruited the brothers Noh Hwang-mun and Noh Hwang-gu.

 

Using Hyeolwol Sect’s sorcery and secret poison techniques, he made Noh Hwang-mun and Noh Hwang-gu absolutely loyal to Hyeolwol Sect.

 

Afterward, support from Hyeolwol Sect and Heukpaesong continued underwater.

 

As a result, Noh Hwang-mun became the Daeju of Gold Axe Unit, one of the new Sip-cheon Units.

 

His younger brother, Noh Hwang-gu, became the Changsha branch manager of Paejeon-bang and was able to rake in money and wealth.

 

This was all a scheme by Heukpaesong and Hyeolwol Sect to secretly probe Sadocheon.

 

‘Could the rumor that this bastard actually confirmed the secret documents of the Celestial Strategist at Jegal Sega really be true-?’

 

Just as Dan Gyo-ik was rolling his eyes this way and that.

 

Crack-!

 

Jeok-un shot up from his seat.

 

At the same time, he looked down at Hyeon Un-jin and Dan Gyo-ik with a rather arrogant expression.

 

“What are you doing?”

 

“You bastard.”

 

It was only natural for the two men to show displeasure at the contemptuous gaze from a junior who was far beneath them.

 

“What are you asking?”

 

On the other hand, Jeok-un answered with a sneer, as if it was obvious.

 

“Since when do those who walk Dosan Geomrim settle their disputes with verbal battles? If blood has already been spilled, it would be right to settle it with blood.”

 

“…!”

 

“!!”

 

Swoosh!

 

Jeok-un openly released his internal energy while emitting naked killing intent.

 

Jeok-un’s provocation didn’t stop at mere words.

 

No, it wasn’t provocation to begin with.

 

Because Jeok-un truly intended to fight these two.

 

Clang!

 

Clang!

 

Since Jeok-un had unleashed killing intent first, those who had followed as adjutants from the Martial Arts Alliance and Heukpaesong couldn’t remain still either.

 

Everyone drew their swords, and the small conflict became a hair-trigger situation that could turn into an irreversible disaster.

 

“Ahhh! D-Daeju, why are you suddenly acting like this?!”

 

Yang Gang tried to restrain Jeok-un with a pale face, and while the adjutants from the Martial Arts Alliance and Heukpaesong were rolling their eyes frantically.

 

Hyeon Un-jin and Dan Gyo-ik remained calm.

 

No, it would be more accurate to say they were cautious.

 

‘What kind of scheme is this?’

 

‘He must be hiding something. I need to be careful until I figure out what it is.’

 

The two men thought Jeok-un was provoking them after setting a trap.

 

‘This bastard is from the Jegal Family, even if he ran away. I can’t overlook that.’

 

‘There’s clearly a difference in our levels. There’s no way he’d charge in so recklessly without some kind of plan.’

 

Though Hyeon-gyeong and Hwagyeong were only one level apart, it could be considered the difference between heaven and earth.

 

Among those born as geniuses who grew up as the rising stars of their families and sects, the majority couldn’t break through the wall of Hyeon-gyeong.

 

Therefore, the difference between Hwagyeong and Hyeon-gyeong was clear, to the extent that someone at the early stage of Hyeon-gyeong could generally tie with or defeat several at the peak of Hwagyeong.

 

So Jeok-un, who was merely at Hwagyeong level, was charging in without rhyme or reason?

 

They couldn’t help but think there was some kind of scheme behind it.

 

Thus, instead of accepting Jeok-un’s intentions at face value, the two men judged that he had some ulterior motive to catch them off guard.

 

However.

 

‘These bastards, why won’t they attack?’

 

The truth was that Jeok-un just really wanted to fight and was charging in for that reason alone.

 

How could they imagine that he was a half-crazy bastard(?) who enjoyed disadvantageous battles themselves?

 

Just as bewilderment arose toward the two men who remained silent, only glaring at him despite having their pride thoroughly scratched.

 

“If you won’t come, then I’ll go-”

 

Thud thud thud thud!

 

Suddenly, the ground shook with the loud sound of galloping hooves.

 

Even at a glance, it sounded like there were easily over several hundred, possibly reaching a thousand.

 

-All martial artists must immediately lay down your swords and weapons on the ground!!

 

-Anyone who does not put down their weapons will be dealt with according to national law!!

 

In a place where three forces – Sadocheon, Heukpaesong, and the Martial Arts Alliance – were gathered, there was only one force that could dare to speak such words.

 

It was the government officials.

 

Surprisingly, the government troops had broken the principle of non-interference with martial affairs and come charging in.

 

Instantly, a gleam appeared simultaneously in the eyes of Hyeon Un-jin and Dan Gyo-ik.

 

‘So that’s it.’

 

‘This was your move.’

 

When the two men reached the same conclusion, a subordinate came running and shouted.

 

“T-The Tongseong County Magistrate and government troops have arrived!”

 

Even Jang Bo-heom and Yang Gang, who were on the same side, sent looks of admiration and surprise toward Jeok-un at this exquisite situation they hadn’t predicted.

 

‘No, what the hell kind of situation is this??’

 

But Jeok-un himself only frowned at the appearance of the government troops who had thrown ash on cooked rice.

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