The Great Heavenly Demon Sovereign - Chapter 754

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Chapter 754.
Bu Eunseol could sense it instinctively.
Yu Baek. He was of Hyuk Ryeon Eung’s bloodline.
‘So he left behind descendants.’
Hyuk Ryeon Eung had never married.
Yet how could he bear such a striking resemblance to him and possess the Bloodline Wheel Eye as well? Could all of this truly be mere coincidence?
Whoosh!
In that instant, Yu Baek shattered through the formation and escaped beyond the Bamboo Forest.
Bu Eunseol’s hesitation lasted only the briefest of moments.
He seized that gap without hesitation, wrapping himself in the Illusory Binding Seal as he fled.
Boom!
Bu Eunseol unfurled his divine technique and swiftly pursued Yu Baek.
But he had already vanished.
There was no way he could have slipped from my sight in such a brief span.
It seemed he had deployed the Hundred Assassination Secret Technique like the assassins, erasing all traces of his presence in a fleeting moment and concealing himself somewhere.
Swoosh.
Bu Eunseol ascended the Rocky Mountain and surveyed the surrounding area.
Whether he had employed the Ghost Eating Technique or not, I could not sense where he was hiding.
Yu Baek would sooner starve than reveal himself.
‘I cannot linger here.’
If such a master had deployed the Ghost Eating Technique to conceal himself, even spreading my heightened senses would prove futile in finding him.
Had not Mu Jon and Baek Ri Mu Jo themselves failed to locate me when I deployed the Ghost Eating Technique before the Secret Cave of Daebyeol Mountain in the past?
‘I have no choice but to overturn this entire region.’
Bu Eunseol drew upon my power reserves.
Hum.
Simultaneously, five-colored radiance began to bloom across my entire body.
Just as Mu Jon and Baek Ri Mu Jo had done. Unleashing Pa Cheon Hwang’s supreme technique to obliterate this entire area in one breath.
I intended to locate and eliminate Yu Baek in a single stroke.
Boom.
The sky trembled as if it might tear asunder, and a tremendous resonance spread across the once-silent earth.
Flashes of light whirled through Bu Eunseol’s eyes, while intense wave formations capable of overturning the region began to spiral from both hands.
Rumble, rumble, rumble.
The overwhelming power I emanated caused all vegetation and earth to fall silent in submission.
Zing.
As the power within my body aligned perfectly, flashes of light spread from both hands, beginning to radiate an aura that seemed to pierce through the very cosmos.
The power of harmony had been aligned.
‘I will destroy everything.’
Just as I was about to unleash the harmonious power gathered in both hands with all my strength,
Shrieeek!
A strange sound of tearing air echoed from far away.
“Blood Soul Demon Demon Path?”
That wave of shattering force—wasn’t it the distinctive rupture that erupted when Dok Moon’s secret technique, Blood Soul Demon Demon Path, was unleashed by the Cheon Sal Unit, the elite division of the Demon Palace?
‘They’ve come all this way to intercept me.’
Bu Eunseol bit her lip.
Even with her intelligence network, she couldn’t perfectly track the movements of the Demon Palace’s elite units.
That’s why she hadn’t anticipated they would come out to meet her here.
‘There’s no choice.’
Sensing the rapidly approaching aura, Bu Eunseol
—whoosh!
—immediately deployed her movement technique and escaped the area.
‘He’s from an assassin background.’
Even as she ran swiftly, Bu Eunseol continued her analysis of Yu Baek.
‘The way he’s accustomed to pain—it’s certain.’
The career of the Thirteen Night Technique wasn’t merely about sharpness.
Because it concentrated formidable internal power, even a grazing touch caused meridians to burn as if aflame with agony.
Yet Yu Baek hadn’t uttered a single groan, his eyes as cold as ice, searching only for openings—hadn’t he?
Such endurance was something ordinary martial artists could never even imitate.
‘Or perhaps it’s due to the Erasure Heart Secret Manual.’
Those who deeply mastered the Erasure Heart Secret Manual became so emotionally withered they grew numb to all things.
It was possible Yu Baek had perfected the Erasure Heart Secret Manual, becoming a body incapable of feeling even pain.
‘I must return as quickly as possible.’
If I lingered in this area and was detected by the intelligence networks of the Demonic Path, including Bi Young Gak?
That would be a catastrophe beyond reckoning.
‘To the Demon Palace.’
Since I failed to prevent Yu Baek from entering the Demon Palace, now as the Muk Hon Ryeong Ju,
I must protect the Sayoung Hall family from Ma Cheon Je’s schemes.
* * *
Upon returning immediately to the Demon Palace, Bu Eunseol issued her highest priority command through Yu Woon Ryong to the Sa Hon Dae.
—Mobilize all intelligence networks and investigate this person called Yu Baek.
By the time Bu Eunseol arrived at the Demon Palace,
Yu Baek, now a candidate for Blood Bi Ryeong Ju, was already in private audience with Chong Gyo Ryeong.
‘He cannot be appointed Ryeong Ju immediately.’
Without recognized merit, even Ma Cheon Je couldn’t grant the position of Ryeong Ju outright.
To do so would completely shatter the discipline of the Demon Palace, an alliance that operated on the logic of strength and tyranny.
If Yu Baek, who had yet to establish merit, were appointed Blood Bi Ryeong Ju, Ma Cheon Je’s own authority would be damaged.
‘That’s not his intention anyway.’
A Ryeong Ju ascension ceremony required at minimum the supervision of the Upper Flower, with the highest officials including the Ten Demonic Gates in attendance.
But the Ten Demonic Gates showed no movement whatsoever.
This meant Yu Baek wasn’t being summoned for immediate appointment as Blood Bi Ryeong Ju.
—Yu Baek is appointed as Lord of the Dok Ma Dae.
As expected, Chong Gyo Ryeong.
After completing his initiation, Yu Baek was appointed as the Lord of Dokmadae, the premier Information Division under Bi Young Gak.
The stated reason was that he still knew nothing of the Demon Palace’s operations.
It was consideration to allow him to adapt to the Demon Palace’s affairs before testing his abilities, but…
There was certainly some hidden agenda at play.
Jamma Pavilion, Bu Eunseol’s office.
As I read through the documents Yu Woon Ryong had brought, my eyes narrowed to slits.
“An illegitimate child of Hyuk Ryeon Eung?”
From Sa Hon Dae’s investigation, rather shocking information had been uncovered.
Yu Baek was the illegitimate son of Hyuk Ryeon Eung, who had been the Dharma Protector Lord.
“A courtesan who bore his child retired quietly and gave birth in secret. Later she sought out Hyuk Ryeon Eung, but he coldly rejected her, or so the story goes.”
But the shocking revelation was only beginning.
Yu Woon Ryong spoke with an expression of utmost gravity.
“However, the leadership of Ben Jeon discovered young Yu Baek’s talent and brought him in as an assassin of Mujeongheul.”
“Mujeongheul?”
I could not hide my inner shock.
Mujeongheul.
The Demon Palace’s secret assassination organization—a place where killing machines are cultivated solely to eliminate enemies.
However, externally, the organization of Mujeongheul is never acknowledged.
This is because it engages without hesitation in brutally cruel training methods and unethical assassination operations.
Some have said the difference between the Demon Palace and the Murim Alliance lies in this:
Whether such assassination organizations are exposed to the light or remain hidden.
The only difference is whether one openly displays cruelty or instead conceals all ugliness and never reveals it.
There is no other distinction between the two forces.
“Indeed. It seems he was raised as a secret assassin under the Demon Palace’s direction all this time.”
Yu Woon Ryong continued.
“And if he was certainly an assassin from Mujeongheul, then the reason for bringing him to Ben Jeon is obvious.”
“To assassinate someone within the Demon Palace?”
“Precisely.”
Yu Woon Ryong’s expression grew grave.
“There is no other reason to be found, is there?”
From the start, to place an assassin from Mujeongheul—
In the position of Hyeol Do Ryeong Ju, who could be called the chief inspector of the Demon Palace, was utterly unthinkable.
Rather, it is far more convincing that he was brought into the Demon Palace to execute some mission.
“Then he’s a disposable pawn.”
At that moment, Myo Cheon Woo shrugged his shoulders.
“Even if he is illegitimate, would they really use a capable assassin carrying Hyuk Ryeon Eung’s blood for something so trivial?”
“It might not be trivial.”
Yu Woon Ryong shook his head.
“For instance, assassinating someone like Muk Hon Ryeong Ju, whom no one else dares touch.”
In an instant, the conference hall fell into silence.
Yu Baek, regardless of circumstances.
possessed martial prowess exceptional enough to evade Bu Eunseol’s sniper fire.
What if, instead of a direct confrontation, he deployed the most vicious assassination techniques?
Even if he couldn’t kill Bu Eunseol, he might at least land a fatal blow.
“How pitiful. That one as well.”
Myo Cheon Woo shook his head.
“Abandoned by a heartless father, and then taken in by demons whose emotions cannot be fathomed—turned into a killing machine.”
Then Wi Cheon Gyeong spoke.
“I cannot comprehend it. I know Hyuk Ryeon Eung is a man without tears, a cold-blooded creature… but why would he abandon such a gifted prodigy with exceptional martial talent?”
“Indeed?”
Myo Cheon Woo also placed a finger to his temple, murmuring.
“After all, he has neither heirs nor disciples. Why would he allow his own blood to be thrust into a demonic den like Mujeongheul?”
Yu Woon Ryong, listening to their exchange, seemed to grasp something, opening his mouth with a grave expression.
“He deliberately leaked that information.”
“What do you mean?”
“If Bon Jeon had intentionally concealed such information, would Sa Hon Dae have discovered Yu Baek’s identity so easily?”
At Yu Woon Ryong’s words, Myo Cheon Woo’s eyes widened.
“He leaked it intentionally?”
“Yes. Ma Cheon Je deliberately spread the pitiful truth of his illegitimate son. So that we would learn of it, and our resolve would waver.”
Yu Woon Ryong turned his gaze back toward Bu Eunseol.
“And to instill sympathy in us toward an enemy who must be eliminated at all costs.”
The lords of Sayoung Hall nodded faintly.
Bu Eunseol appeared cold on the surface.
But everyone knew her heart was warm and her affections ran deep.
“You must never allow sympathy to take root.”
Yu Woon Ryong spoke, his gaze fixed on Bu Eunseol.
“If you do, not only you, but everything we have accomplished thus far will crumble to dust.”
“I understand.”
“No, you do not.”
Yu Woon Ryong’s expression grew heavy.
“It is possible that summoning him was not meant to kill you… but rather to provoke your heart, to diminish your standing as the successor of the Demon Palace.”
His expression darkened as he continued.
“You must assess the situation with cold clarity. As long as we remain in the Demon Palace, Ma Cheon Je holds the initiative. That is an absolute truth that will never change.”
“Woon Ryong.”
Seeing him speak with such fervent passion about her affairs, his eyes blazing, Bu Eunseol’s gaze softened with a hint of remorse.
He spared not even his sleeping hours, dedicating himself to his work.
It was not for advancement or glory.
It was solely to ensure that the goal I sought would be achieved without fail.
Therefore, whenever any risk factor emerged, he would detect and eliminate it beforehand.
Tap. Tap.
But then, urgent footsteps accompanied the sound of knocking at the door.
“Ryeong Ju, it’s me.”
It was Jo Nam Cheon’s voice.
He opened the door hastily and spoke with urgency.
“An unusual order has been issued to Ryeong Ju.”
“An unusual order?”
Yu Woon Ryong, standing beside me, furrowed his brow.
“It concerns a man named Yu Baek, who recently entered Bon Jeon and has become the Lord of Dokmadae.”
Jo Nam Cheon withdrew an envelope from his robes.
“He has issued an order for you to learn the operations of Bon Jeon under Ryeong Ju and to study how to manage the intelligence organization.”
He then extended the envelope toward me.
As I withdrew the letter from the envelope,
it contained an order not only to teach Yu Baek the affairs of the Demon Palace for the time being,
but also to gather information suitable for a Blood Sealing Point Ryeong Ju candidate and to teach him how to operate the intelligence organization—all written by Chong Gyo Ryeong himself.
Moreover, the fact that he had taken the trouble to commit this to document rather than relay it verbally
meant there was no room for negotiation—this was an absolute command, was it not?
“What could the contents be?”
At Yu Woon Ryong’s words, I handed him the letter. The Lords gathered around and read it.
“This is truly excessive, is it not?”
Won Se Moon jumped to his feet upon reading the letter’s contents.
“It was already unsettling enough that rumors were spread about adding a Ryeong Ju under Bi Young Gak to diminish the prestige of Muhon Ryeong. But now to openly order you to teach him?”
Won Se Moon fumed.
“As Sang Hak said, it’s clear they’re openly targeting Ryeong Ju’s downfall.”
The Lords nodded in agreement.
Among the many figures in the Demon Palace,
why entrust the education of a mere candidate—not even yet a Ryeong Ju—to me, who was already the busiest and shouldering multiple responsibilities?
Wasn’t the intent to undermine me far too obvious?
“It seems you must visit Dokryeong Pavilion.”
Jo Nam Cheon spoke cautiously.
“If you carry out this order as written, Ryeong Ju’s authority will be severely damaged.”
“It’s fine.”
I, who had been listening silently, shook my head.
“Let it proceed as ordered.”
“Ryeong Ju.”
“Know yourself and know your enemy—victory in every battle.”
I spoke calmly.
“If that man has received some task from Ma Cheon Je, then this is actually fortunate. I can observe him at my side.”
And I rose from my seat.
“Through him, I can also discern Ma Cheon Je’s true intentions.”
“But the Ryeong Ju’s reputation….”
“Reputation is of no consequence. This place was never meant to be a permanent residence, was it?”
“This is not something to be decided so lightly.”
Despite Yu Woon Ryong’s objections, I dismissed his concerns with a firm wave of my hand.
“By the Chong Gyo Ryeong’s command, I intend to train him for the time being. We will need additional hands soon enough. Since the Eun Yeom Dae training has concluded, Myo Cheon Woo, you are to return to Sayoung Hall and assist Yu Woon Ryong with his duties.”
“Bu Eunseol.”
“This meeting is adjourned.”
The Lords were somewhat displeased.
Yet they had no choice but to nod and rise from their seats.
Stepping out of the Conference Hall, I drew a deep breath and gazed toward the distant sky.
Yu Baek was a discarded piece from the start.
And the reason he had been summoned to the Demon Palace—whether to exert some influence over me
or to shake my very soul—I had already anticipated.
He desired to manipulate every person like chess pieces upon a board. As long as I remained in the Demon Palace, it would be difficult to escape his grasp.
Yet there was only one thing that troubled me.
Ma Cheon Je’s true purpose.
‘What does he truly desire?’
I had aided Jeok Bung’s return, making it impossible for him to enforce absurd commands.
But Ma Cheon Je remained Ma Cheon Je.
If he wished to kill me, it would not be difficult for him to do so.
Should he harbor malicious intent, he could harm me in countless ways.
Yet he merely issues incomprehensible tasks. And always, it is impossible to discern whether they bring harm or benefit.
‘Regardless, I will not flee.’
In the past, I would have left the Demon Palace without hesitation alongside the Sayoung Hall family.
But now I clearly recognize Ma Cheon Je as my enemy. And on the other hand, I must expand the Muhon Society greatly.
Then rather than departing the Demon Palace,
I should build a force so formidable that even Ma Cheon Je would not dare touch it carelessly.
This way, I could uncover all the secrets of this place and Ma Cheon Je’s schemes.
‘After this, he will think twice before laying a hand on me.’
I turned slowly away from the Holy Demon Pavilion, which stood piercing the distant sky.
The next day.
Jamma Pavilion, my office.
Before the door stood a figure clad in black martial robes, their face concealed behind an iron mask.
Silence.
They gazed at me and respectfully clasped their hands together.
A figure who traveled throughout Murim identifying forces that posed a threat to the Demon Palace—what could be called the chief inspector of the Demon Palace.
Yu Baek, who had been nominated as a candidate for Blood Sealing Point Ryeong Ju.
“Remove your mask.”
I spoke with solemn authority.
“When you are in my presence, you are to remain unmasked.”
Yu Baek slowly removed his mask.
Beneath thick brows, a pair of large, piercing eyes were revealed.
The outer corners of his eyes tilted slightly upward, giving him an appearance of perpetual anger.
Yet one could not deny that his gaze possessed the exquisite beauty of a stunning woman.
“Before that, what did you do? Tell me what work you performed at Gu Ma Cheon and what responsibilities you held.”
Bu Eunseol had already conducted a thorough investigation through the Sa Hon Dae.
She already knew that he was an assassin of Mujeongheul and had carried out countless assassinations.
Yet as his superior, she wished to hear his account directly.
With a soft rustle.
Yu Baek handed her the document he had been holding instead of answering.
Upon opening it, she found detailed biographical information about how Yu Baek had lived, what work he had undertaken, and what accomplishments he had achieved.
Every detail was meticulously recorded.
With a soft thud.
Bu Eunseol set the document down.
Then, fixing her gaze directly upon Yu Baek’s eyes, she spoke with measured precision.
“Report to me directly.”
At this, Yu Baek tilted his head to one side.
Then he pointed with his thumb toward the area near his throat.
When Bu Eunseol furrowed her brow in confusion, Yu Baek threw his head back forcefully and pointed with his thumb to a specific spot on his neck.
There, she could discern a scar stained with a deep purple hue.
‘Deliberately… the vocal cords?’
She could tell without needing to examine it closely.
That it was a blade wound that had pierced through the vocal cords.
“Does Mujeongheul damage the vocal cords of all its assassins?”
The wound bore the mark of expert craftsmanship—the vocal cords had been severed with precision, causing no threat to life itself.
This meant that Mujeongheul’s assassins were deliberately rendered unable to speak, their vocal cords intentionally destroyed.
Yu Baek nodded.
Yu Baek gave a nod.
A killing machine had no need to speak.
For assassins who operated in absolute obedience, carrying out their missions, a voice was utterly useless.
“Did it not cause you pain?”
At Bu Eunseol’s question, Yu Baek shook his head.
As if he had heard a word entirely unrelated to himself.
“How strange. Mujeongheul as well.”
Bu Eunseol’s eyes gleamed as she posed her question.
“If they are assassins, they should prioritize gathering intelligence above all else. So why do they not even know how to obtain information in Gangho or how to operate an intelligence organization?”
Yu Baek took a deep breath and pointed to the document again, indicating that she should read it.
“Hmm.”
Bu Eunseol had no choice but to read through the document in detail.
It stated that Mujeongheul’s assassins only carried out their missions based on information transmitted from their superiors.
It stated that they didn’t even learn the process of acquiring various types of information.
‘So this is how they cultivate assassins.’
I read through Mujeongheul’s assassin cultivation process once more.
Mujeongheul forbade external contact, training assassins solely in assassination techniques within dark caves.
Only when necessary were assassins sent into Gangho, used and discarded like consumables.
It was an extremely rigid and brutal method that they stubbornly maintained.
‘So that’s how it is.’
In short, Yu Baek knew nothing beyond the art of killing—it would be no exaggeration to say so.
‘An assassin with an unfortunate past….’
Born a bastard and abandoned by his father, an unfortunate assassin who became the Demon Palace’s killing machine.
Ma Cheon Je had deliberately assigned such a person to me.
And I could discern his intention without even needing to contemplate it.
“Very well.”
I nodded and spoke.
“First, let’s learn to grasp the movements of Gangho, and then how to operate an intelligence organization.”
After all, work was merely a pretext.
But I intended to teach him properly.
Because that way… a conclusion would be reached one way or another.

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