The Great Heavenly Demon Sovereign - Chapter 631

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Chapter 631.
Upon hearing the answer, Jin Seol came to understand something.
Bu Eunseol’s true goal was not to become the supreme master of the Demonic Path.
The position of master of the Demon Palace held no value, no meaning for her whatsoever.
“I see.”
Having grasped once more what manner of person Bu Eunseol truly was, she spoke with measured composure.
“Did you truly believe I would answer you after such a declaration?”
“I harbored no such expectation.”
Bu Eunseol spoke with tranquil certainty.
“I merely spoke with honesty.”
And she smiled with a touch of awkwardness.
In that moment, a faint smile blossomed at the corners of Jin Seol’s lips.
Bu Eunseol had not come to scheme or extract advantage from her.
She had come as one would to an old friend bound by years of deep affection—seeking help with genuine sincerity.
“At that time, Ma Cheon Je spoke of Yeop Cheon Ju, who was the Heavenly Lord of Darkness, in this manner.”
Jin Seol drew a deep breath and continued.
“He could become the Chong Gyo Ryeong who manages all affairs of the Demon Palace, but he could never become the Deputy Master who bears responsibility for it.”
“To bear responsibility for the Demon Palace….”
Bu Eunseol’s eyes narrowed with sudden comprehension.
She had grasped the meaning of Ma Cheon Je’s words in an instant.
“Indeed.”
Bu Eunseol nodded and pressed her palms together respectfully.
“I am grateful. This has been of great help.”
“Please, think nothing of it.”
As Jin Seol offered a weary smile, Bu Eunseol felt a wave of compassion.
One could atone for one’s mistakes.
But there was no need to abuse or destroy oneself in the process of that atonement.
Even as she continued her penance, Bu Eunseol wished for her to reclaim the person she had once been.
“Jin Seol.”
Bu Eunseol spoke with careful deliberation.
“Would it not be possible for you to return now?”
Sensing the inadequacy of her word choice, Bu Eunseol quickly continued.
“I have heard that many have struggled since Sang Hwa stepped back from the front lines. It is said that because of this, even the ceremonial rites that must be conducted at the Main House have been reduced.”
Jin Seol exhaled softly through her nose.
Though she appeared indifferent to the world.
This woman was attending with meticulous care to every person at her side.
‘How cruel.’
Yet Jin Seol found this tenderness to be cruel in its own way.
What she yearned for was love itself. This pure goodwill only summoned forth another kind of pain.
“I will give it thought.”
Jin Seol swallowed the emotions rising in her heart and turned away.
“Then.”
And she turned first.
Ordinarily, Bu Eunseol should have escorted her departure, but her unsettled heart had caused her to forget even that courtesy.
Bu Eunseol watched her figure fade into the distance and felt a pang of regret.
‘Am I unconsciously bringing misfortune to those around me?’
Sim Wol’s misdeeds, her suffering—
It all seemed somehow to stem from her own failings.
‘If she could reclaim her honor, she could stand before people with dignity once more.’
Jin Seol’s reputation and name had been devastated by her connection to Sim Wol.
If her name were to spread widely through virtuous deeds, she could face the world with pride again.
Bu Eunseol resolved that before long, she would orchestrate events to ensure Jin Seol’s name would be praised by all.
* * *
Chim Wang Jongri Sahyeon.
He was known as one devoted to medicine and acupuncture, paying no heed to the complexities of the mundane world.
But in truth, he was constantly tracking the forces that disturbed Murim.
The vicious toxin created by the Infinite Realm—
He had long labored to create an antidote to Inhwa.
And his efforts finally bore fruit, producing an antidote to that insidious poison which sent the human body into frenzy while suppressing the spirit.
That poison’s cure had been created.
He named it the Chim Wang Pill.
He attached his own epithet to this antidote that could save countless lives.
Because he wished for his name to be remembered for ten thousand generations.
But something peculiar occurred.
Once the antidote was developed—
The Shil Hoon In and their forces that had been disturbing Murim began gradually vanishing from sight.
This was thanks to the achievements of Bu Eunseol, successor of the Demon Palace.
She had continuously clashed with the Infinite Realm that created the Shil Hoon In, ceaselessly weakening their power.
Though not publicly known, many facilities of the Infinite Realm and affiliated sects were substantially destroyed.
They had no choice but to severely restrict their activities.
In Xian Prefecture, in the secret chamber of the Demon Palace Family Residence.
Seo Jin Ha, summoned by Bu Eunseol, could not hide his bewildered expression.
“Must it be me?”
After hearing Bu Eunseol’s full explanation, Seo Jin Ha’s expression grew grave.
“I mean, couldn’t you send another subordinate instead?”
“It is not possible.”
Bu Eunseol spoke with firmness.
“Only you and I can resolve this matter.”
“Then you should go instead.”
“I wish I could, but this is a race against time.”
Bu Eunseol was focused on the Cheon Hye Medicine Forest.
Rather, she was methodically advancing various preparations to strike at the Infinite Realm.
Especially to bring down the formidable figure known as Cheon Joon.
She required meticulous planning and extensive preparations beyond imagination.
And there was one item she absolutely had to obtain.
For this reason, Bu Eunseol immediately summoned Seo Jin Ha, who was wandering through Gangho under the guise of Seon Woo Jin.
“If the factions clash, the Murim Alliance could even incorporate the Elite Division into the lower organizations of the Shin Wi Dan.”
What if the Demon Hall and the Murim Alliance were to collide in the future?
From the Murim Alliance’s perspective, they could deploy Seon Woo Jin, evaluated as a rising talent among the new generation, to the front lines.
So before that, I had to prepare everything perfectly.
“There’s no helping it.”
Seo Jin Ha nodded.
“So I just need to bring back the antidote for that poison?”
“That’s right. But it won’t be easy.”
Bu Eunseol spoke with a grave expression.
“That antidote was created through a lifetime of dedication by Chim Wang. He even named it the Chim Wang Pill outright.”
….
“Giving that to someone from the Demonic Path, of all people, would feel to him like someone stealing all his accomplishments.”
Seo Jin Ha nodded in understanding.
Chim Wang was a man of considerable ambition.
There was no way he would simply hand over the antidote he had created through a lifetime of effort to Bu Eunseol.
“Well, don’t worry.”
Seo Jin Ha folded his arms with a relaxed expression.
“I’ll definitely get it for you. Just trust me and wait.”
Normally, regardless of success or failure,
she would have nodded with eyes full of trust.
But because she knew Seo Jin Ha’s eccentric tendencies well, Bu Eunseol’s expression grew darker instead.
“I’m saying this just in case, but absolutely not.”
“What?”
“Jong Ri Sa Yu. You’re not thinking of swaying her heart to obtain the Chim Wang Pill, are you?”
Seo Jin Ha had previously used underhanded tactics on Jong Ri Sa Yu, thereby pacifying the Chim Wang Family’s rage at their assault on the Demon Hall.
However, at that time, she had been the one to request it of him, and she hadn’t anticipated that he would employ such methods.
So while she was angry, she simply let it pass.
But she could not allow such a thing to happen a second time.
“Using Jong Ri Sa Yu is forbidden.”
Bu Eunseol regarded Seo Jin Ha with a solemn expression.
“Don’t even dream of using tricks on her to obtain the antidote.”
“You really don’t trust me at all!”
Seo Jin Ha opened his eyes wide as if aggrieved and thumped his chest.
“Did you really think I would obtain the antidote through such petty tricks?”
“That’s right.”
‘How did you know?’
Seo Jin Ha felt a pang in his chest, but he waved his finger with an unbothered expression.
“Not at all.”
“….”
“You won’t obtain the antidote through such methods. Jong Ri Sa Yu isn’t someone with such a malleable temperament.”
“Then what method would you use to obtain it?”
“All matters in this world require improvisation, don’t they?”
Seo Jin Ha patted Bu Eunseol’s shoulder.
“Don’t worry and wait. Whether it’s the Chim Wang Pill or the Bong Wang Pill, I’ll bring them all.”
“Hmm.”
“However, I can’t go empty-handed. I must offer something of corresponding value.”
Seo Jin Ha stroked his chin as he spoke.
“I’ll need to take some treasures or precious items from the Sayoung Battle Division. Is that acceptable?”
“Of course.”
Bu Eunseol nodded.
“To obtain that antidote, even ten thousand gold pieces would be a bargain. Take whatever you wish.”
“That’s fortunate.”
Seo Jin Ha’s lips curved upward with confidence as he waved his hand dismissively.
“Don’t worry. You attend to your duties. I’ll bring the Chim Wang Pill myself.”
“I’m counting on you.”
Bu Eunseol patted Seo Jin Ha’s shoulder with a face full of trust.
But she did not know at that moment.
That from this affair, events beyond imagination would unfold in the future.
* * *
An unexpected visitor arrived at the Dae Jang Won of the Jongri Estate at the foot of Geum Wang Mountain.
Muk Hon Ryeong Ju Bu Eunseol.
The young Grand Master designated as the next Master of Demon Palace had come to the manor once again.
Chim Wang Jongri Sahyeon was sharing tea and conversation with Bu Eunseol, who had come to find him, in the Guest Hall.
But as the conversation continued.
His expression grew increasingly rigid.
“So what you’re saying is… you’ve found the headquarters of the secret organization that has been creating Shil Hoon In all this time, and now you’re asking for all of the Chim Wang Pill that No Bu has spent his entire life sacrificing to create in order to annihilate it?”
“That is correct.”
At the words of the one disguised as Bu Eunseol—Seo Jin Ha—frost settled in Jong Ri Sa Hyeon’s eyes.
“That cannot be.”
“Elder.”
“Do you know how much time and effort No Bu invested in creating that medicine?”
“Of course. Naturally, since I’m taking Elder’s precious pill, I will provide appropriate compensation in return.”
“Compensation?”
Jong Ri Sa Hyeon’s eyes widened sharply.
“My only reward is to see that secret organization completely destroyed and for No Bu’s name to be remembered for ten thousand generations. Can you do that?”
“I cannot guarantee that.”
“Then I shall refuse.”
Jong Ri Sa Hyeon cleared his throat and turned away.
“Otherwise, tell No Bu their location.”
“….”
“The Main House will sweep them away immediately.”
‘Old man, do you truly believe that the tiny Jongri Clan can stand against the Infinite Realm by throwing numbers at it?’
Seo Jin Ha wanted to scoff, but instead continued with utmost courtesy.
“Their power and scale are beyond imagination.”
“Hehehehe. Do you know the strength of the Main House?”
“However.”
“No Bu has many connections. If I find the forces insufficient, there are many places I can turn to for aid.”
‘A greedy old man indeed.’
As the tedious back-and-forth continued, Seo Jin Ha grew weary as well.
‘Perhaps this won’t work after all.’
The very fact that he had named the antidote ‘Chim Wang Dan’ showed how obsessed he had become with this matter.
I could infer how desperately he wished to handle the Infinite Realm and make his name resound throughout Murim.
But since he was trying to seize the fruits without doing the work, from his perspective, he could only refuse outright.
“Surely you don’t think only the Demon Palace can handle them?”
Jong Ri Sa Hyeon’s face was full of pride.
Seo Jin Ha sighed inwardly and shook his head.
‘I never had any expectations of you anyway.’
“I apologize. It seems I made an unreasonable request.”
“Now you understand.”
Jong Ri Sa Hyeon rose coldly from his seat and issued the order to dismiss guests.
“Now go.”
Seo Jin Ha left without hesitation.
And just as he was walking desolately out of the Jongri Estate,
“Young Master.”
A young servant’s voice came from behind.
“The Young Mistress requests your presence.”
Shhk.
Seo Jin Ha smiled without turning his body.
‘Just as planned.’
He had already obtained information that Jong Ri Sa Yu was staying at the Jongri Estate.
Had it been otherwise, he would never have come here seeking the Chim Wang Dan, even if it meant death and resurrection.
“Very well, lead the way.”
Seo Jin Ha shrugged his shoulders and followed the young servant.
After passing through several buildings and walking down a narrow alley, a beautiful Flower Garden unfolded before him.
Before a massive plum blossom tree stood a beautiful woman in white robes, her posture graceful and composed.
It was Jong Ri Sa Yu.
“Ryeong Ju.”
Upon spotting Seo Jin Ha, Jong Ri Sa Yu offered a light bow of greeting.
Her devotion to martial arts had sharpened her energy considerably, and she now radiated a healthier, more vibrant beauty.
“You came to this place yet planned to leave without even visiting me?”
Jong Ri Sa Yu spoke with a tone of disappointment.
The Bu Eunseol whom Seo Jin Ha had possessed lacked that solitary, breathtaking aura.
Her charm had diminished somewhat compared to before, yet her reputation had soared beyond all comparison.
By any measure, she had become the most desirable bride in all of Murim.
Though constrained by her connection to the Demonic Path, there existed no one of her caliber anywhere in Murim itself.
Jong Ri Sa Yu had already marked Bu Eunseol as her ideal groom in her heart.
“I had no choice but to depart quietly.”
Seo Jin Ha spoke with an expression of profound melancholy.
“Should I meet you, your grandfather would rage like wildfire.”
“What do you mean by that?”
Rather than answer, Seo Jin Ha lowered his head and shook it slowly.
“No. I spoke carelessly. Pay it no mind.”
“It’s fine. Tell me what troubles you.”
Jong Ri Sa Yu spoke with calm but unmistakable resolve.
“Why would grandfather be angry at the mere mention of my meeting you?”
“At last, I have uncovered the root of the forces that have been destabilizing Murim.”
Seo Jin Ha explained the situation with measured composure.
He had finally discovered the source of the faction that had unleashed the Shil Hoon In upon Murim.
To deal with them, the Chim Wang Unit, created by the Jongri Clan, was now essential.
“This is truly… a difficult matter.”
Having heard the entire account, Jong Ri Sa Yu’s expression grew grave.
“Grandfather devoted his entire life to tracking the Shil Hoon In and creating the Chim Wang Unit.”
She shook her head with a bitter expression.
“Now that you ask for it, he will feel as though you are taking away all those years and his accomplishments.”
Seo Jin Ha understood her point.
No matter how righteous Jong Ri Sa Hyeon’s actions had been, he surely harbored a desire to leave his name inscribed across Gangho.
He did not wish to fault him for that.
“Indeed.”
Seo Jin Ha sighed deeply and shook his head.
“There is no help for it.”
He gazed toward the distant sky with a sorrowful expression.
“I barely managed to grasp the axis of evil to stabilize Gangho, yet everything has crumbled to dust.”
“To stabilize Gangho….”
In that instant, Jong Ri Sa Yu’s eyes gleamed with sudden understanding.
I recalled what Seo Jin Ha had said to me before.
“Until Gangho is stabilized, how could I possibly establish a family?”
It was a common excuse used by libertines from the Orthodox Sects, but the naive Jong Ri Sa Yu believed those words as firmly as stone.
“That’s right. You have a duty to stabilize Gangho as soon as possible.”
“No. What could a wretch like me accomplish in stabilizing Gangho? I’ll do nothing but chase after those vicious bastards until I die of old age.”
Had Bu Eunseol witnessed this scene, she would have slapped Seo Jin Ha’s cheek without hesitation.
As expected, Seo Jin Ha’s true intention was.
To exploit Jong Ri Sa Yu’s romantic feelings and obtain the Chim Wang Clan’s support.
“Not knowing that Ryeong Ju harbors such feelings, I…”
Jong Ri Sa Yu’s face flushed crimson.
Coming here and saying he wanted to stabilize Gangho was, in essence, telling her he wanted to establish a family with her.
She interpreted it as nothing less than an implicit proposal of marriage.
‘I am blameless, Bu Eunseol.’
Seo Jin Ha, averting his gaze from Jong Ri Sa Yu’s burning eyes, gazed toward the distant sky and cried out inwardly.
‘I only said I wanted to stabilize Gangho!’
Yet, perhaps his conscience pricked him for toying with such an innocent woman,
‘After all, she’s going to be my wife anyway.’
He rationalized once more that he was merely receiving a little help from his future bride.
“There’s no choice.”
Jong Ri Sa Yu twirled the hair by her ear as she spoke.
“Since Ryeong Ju is doing the right thing, the Main House cannot remain idle.”
“Will it be possible?”
“But can relationships between people be built on words alone?”
She glanced at Seo Jin Ha and spoke in a low voice.
“Naturally, there must be tokens or proof… something tangible that carries one’s heart.”
Jong Ri Sa Yu was no fool.
If his resolve toward her was that firm, she was asking for a ‘pledge of sincerity’ to prove she could trust that resolve.
A pledge of sincerity.
If Seo Jin Ha were to give one carelessly, Bu Eunseol would fall into an inescapable pit from which she could never emerge.
Yet Seo Jin Ha lowered his head, his lips curling into a rotten smile.
‘Everything is proceeding as planned.’

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