The Heavenly Demon Cult’s Strongest Maid - Chapter 161

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Chapter 161

 

Anhui Province, Hefei.

 

The territory of the Namgung Family, called the greatest martial arts family in the world, and the land where Righteous Sword Master Namgung Cheon resides.

 

Until recently, Hefei was considered one of the safest cities in Jungwon, renowned for its excellent public order.

 

However, with the appearance of the legendary swords Ganjiang and Moye, along with the Honcheongi, that became a thing of the past.

 

Over thousands of martial artists from across the martial arts world had gathered, attempting to scale the walls of the Namgung Family.

 

These were people who had originally come seeking Ganjiang, Moye, and Honcheongi. Expecting such individuals to follow common sense and order was perhaps wishful thinking.

 

Day after day, fights broke out in inns, brothels, and streets throughout the area, eating without paying became commonplace, and thieves swarmed the region.

 

Naturally, all that resentment was directed toward the Namgung Family.

 

It took less than three months for the reputation of the Namgung Family, which had been Anhui Province’s pride for ages, to plummet.

 

Had the renowned Namgung Family ever been cornered to such an extent?

 

Without a doubt, they had never suffered such humiliation even once in nearly a hundred years.

 

Due to the excessive behavior and wall-climbing attempts that had continued for months, the martial artists belonging to the Namgung Family were gradually becoming exhausted.

 

Even martial artists with internal energy found it difficult to display their full abilities without sufficient sleep and rest.

 

The eyes of the Namgung Family martial artists, who had initially dismissed and mocked the intruders without concern, now gleamed with murderous intent.

 

Anhui Province’s Hefei was currently in a truly explosive situation.

 

Namgung San straightened his clothes before entering the family head’s hall.

 

“Grandfather, I have returned.”

 

Namgung San, who was about to announce his presence and open the door, hesitated when there was no response from inside.

 

“Grandfather, it is your grandson San.”

 

This time he raised his voice a little louder.

 

But still, there was no word telling him to enter.

 

‘He was definitely said to be inside, but did he go somewhere in the meantime?’

 

“Grandson will excuse himself for a moment.”

 

Namgung San tilted his head in confusion, then opened the door as if he had made up his mind.

 

“…Grandfather?”

 

Contrary to his expectations, Namgung Cheon was sitting properly in his grand chair.

 

However, the moment their eyes met, a thunderous rebuke fell from Namgung Cheon.

 

“San, what the hell have you been doing!”

 

“G-Grandfather…”

 

Since his grandfather had never raised his voice at him before, Namgung San was genuinely startled.

 

“Where have you been in times like these? Huh?”

 

“…I went to Sichuan.”

 

He had already prepared himself to be scolded by his grandfather.

 

Namgung San looked directly at Namgung Cheon without being intimidated.

 

“You went to the Sichuan Dang Family?”

 

“Yes.”

 

“Why did you go there! Don’t you know what situation our main residence is in right now?”

 

“I had something I needed to say.”

 

Despite Namgung Cheon’s continued shouting, Namgung San’s answer was resolute.

 

“You weren’t such a thoughtless boy before, so why…”

 

“I had to keep a promise.”

 

“A promise?”

 

Namgung Cheon was somewhat flustered by his grandson’s unexpected words.

 

A promise?

 

Was his grandson the type to make such things?

 

He had been extremely worried when the boy suddenly disappeared with only two guards, but instead of showing remorse, he was actually talking back stubbornly.

 

This wasn’t the Namgung San he had known. He couldn’t pinpoint it exactly, but it felt like he was facing a completely new personality that had undergone a transformation.

 

So was that why he had broken off the engagement on his own?

 

“What do you mean you broke off the engagement! Do you know how bewildered your grandfather was when he received word from the Moyong Family? Without consulting with this grandfather even once! How could you decide such a thing on your own!”

 

Namgung San lowered his head. He had definitely done wrong in that regard.

 

However, he could not bend his will.

 

“I apologize. However, your grandson does not like Lady Moyong.”

 

“Do you think everyone marries because they like each other?”

 

Namgung Cheon rose from his chair and walked toward his grandson.

 

“Everyone finds a partner suitable to their position and holds a wedding ceremony. In time, affection naturally develops.”

 

“I am different.”

 

Namgung San had thought that way at first too.

 

“If I marry someone I have no feelings for, your grandson will be unhappy.”

 

“Did you just say feelings?”

 

Reproach appeared in Namgung Cheon’s eyes as he looked at his grandson.

 

“Feelings are a luxury. San, you are the heir to the Namgung Family. Marrying for mutual affection only applies to those who have nothing. Don’t you truly understand that your engagement is not yours alone?”

 

“I understand. But…”

 

“Silence! Marriage is a pact between families. How can you put your emotions first? Is that how I raised you!”

 

Namgung San’s head drooped once again.

 

Namgung Cheon’s eyes narrowed as he quietly looked down at his grandson.

 

Unlike his father, this grandson had never disappointed him even once.

 

When taught one thing, he understood ten, and he always exceeded expectations.

 

This boy wouldn’t act this way without some change of heart.

 

What had shaken him?

 

“…Have you perhaps fallen for some woman?”

 

To the question he asked just in case, Namgung San chose silence.

 

Deep wrinkles formed on Namgung Cheon’s forehead.

 

“Forget her.”

 

“…It seems you haven’t received any other contact from the Moyong Family.”

 

“…?”

 

“Even if I wanted to follow Grandfather’s will, I can no longer do so.”

 

“What do you mean? Explain so I can understand.”

 

“Lady Moyong and Yang So-hyeop shared a bed, which I and the Cheongyeon-ji-hoe juniors all witnessed.”

 

“What? Who did what with whom?”

 

Namgung Cheon was so dumbfounded he was speechless.

 

For a brief moment he wondered if it was a lie, but Namgung San wasn’t the type to fabricate such stories.

 

The Shinchang Yang Family has finally ruined everything!

 

He couldn’t accept a tainted girl as his grandson’s wife. Moreover, if all the juniors had seen it, this engagement was completely broken.

 

“Tsk tsk.”

 

Namgung Cheon clicked his tongue and returned to his seat.

 

“But who is she? This woman you have set your heart on.”

 

“I haven’t won her heart yet.”

 

“What?”

 

His anger had flared up several times today.

 

“Are you saying she dared to reject San’s feelings?”

 

“More than that, I want to ask Grandfather something. If there’s something you like, what should you do?”

 

“…!”

 

Seeing his grandson reveal his desires so openly for the first time, Namgung Cheon’s heart skipped a beat.

 

Throughout his life, this grandson had never shown interest in anything other than sword training.

 

Namgung Cheon could easily guess that if he tried to stop this, the boy would surely go astray in some way.

 

Others might see him as a gentle, obedient grandson, but that was because they didn’t know better.

 

Namgung San was born with strong obsession and competitive spirit—when he set his mind to something, he would see it through to the end.

 

Namgung Cheon had raised him that way.

 

Since the engagement was already broken anyway, if they could just overcome the current situation and fully grasp the sword in their hands, becoming the greatest family under heaven was only a matter of time.

 

Then what harm would it be if his grandson’s bride’s family was somewhat inferior?

 

Since he was being so greedy, perhaps he could yield just this once.

 

“We must take it by force! By any means necessary!”

 

“…I suppose that’s what we must do?”

 

At Namgung Cheon’s answer, Namgung San nodded several times with a serious expression.

 

“Stay confined until grandfather calls for you!”

 

Namgung Cheon waved his hand weakly and issued an order to dismiss him.

 

They say that children’s affairs and worldly matters never go as planned, and those words were exactly right.

 

“Whew.”

 

A long sigh naturally escaped from Namgung Cheon as he leaned back against his chair.

 

“My lord!”

 

Just then, following the sound of urgent footsteps, Cheonggung Squad Leader Namgung Min entered the main hall.

 

“What is it?”

 

He asked, frowning.

 

“Martial artists are gradually gathering outside the manor, and the atmosphere is different from usual. It looks ominous.”

 

“Tsk!”

 

Irritation surged in an instant.

 

Just when things should be settling down, that damned Honcheongi was the problem.

 

“If anyone climbs over the wall, kill them as an example! Once they see blood, they’ll come to their senses.”

 

“Yes!”

 

Just as Namgung Min received the order and was about to leave Gajujeon.

 

“Ah, Father!”

 

This time, Clan Leader Soo Namgung Myeong came running in with his face pale as a sheet.

 

“What’s wrong with you now?”

 

“Outside there’s a strange ru, rumor…”

 

“What rumor?”

 

At Namgung Cheon’s sharp voice, Namgung Myeong swallowed dryly.

 

“There’s a rumor going around that Father… lost to King Dang Cheol-u of the Sichuan Dang Family by half a move.”

 

“Who says that!”

 

Bang!

 

Namgung Cheon struck the armrest with his fist and shot up.

 

But his son’s report wasn’t finished yet.

 

“So they’re saying you should yield your position among the Ten Masters… such talk is spreading.”

 

“What, what’s that?”

 

“They’re saying there’s no need for two Sword Masters…”

 

Namgung Cheon’s body trembled violently. Dense killing intent flowed from him.

 

“Squad Leader!”

 

Just then, a Cheonggung Squad member rushed over urgently to report.

 

“Someone’s incitement has caused martial artists to begin climbing over the walls en masse!”

 

“Let’s go!”

 

“Stop!”

 

Namgung Cheon reversed the order he had just given.

 

“How dare they look down on this master – there’s a limit to everything! Since I stayed quiet, everyone’s gotten too bold! I’ll deal with them personally!”

 

Gripping his beloved sword, Namgung Cheon strode quickly out of Gajujeon.

 

His eyes had already reached their limit and were blazing like flames.

 

That day, martial artists consumed by greed and collective madness finally climbed over the walls of the Namgung Family.

 

Namgung Cheon killed them all without mercy.

 

There was no compassion.

 

The number of wounded was countless, and the dead numbered over a thousand.

 

Namgung Cheon, covered in blood from head to toe, was a demon incarnate.

 

He even chased down those who were fleeing and slaughtered them all.

 

With the Namgung Family at the center, all of Hefei became a mountain of corpses and sea of blood.

 

That cruelty spread beyond Anhui Province and soon reached throughout all of Jungwon.

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