The Heavenly Demon Cult’s Strongest Maid - Chapter 243

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Chapter 243

Grandmother’s wedding was held at Gong Pae-cheon’s residence, Hyuun-jae.

When the palanquin carrying Grandmother stopped and its door opened, exclamations erupted from everywhere.

Everyone competed to praise Grandmother’s beauty, saying they had never seen such a beautiful bride in their lifetime, or that a fairy had descended from heaven.

Even from my perspective, our Shin Geum’s appearance today was absolutely at its peak.

She exuded her usual dignified elegance, but there was a mysteriously soft feeling that created an even more mature feminine charm.

“Waaaah!”

The moment the bride’s first step touched the red carpet, all the guests cheered in unison.

“The bride is beautiful.”

Bandit Grandfather laughed heartily and clapped his hands.

Gong Pae-cheon, who had acted confidently during the formal proposal ceremony, showed clear signs of nervousness as the actual ceremony approached.

“I pay my respects to my father-in-law.”

Gong Pae-cheon greeted Grandfather with a trembling voice as he entered Hyuun-jae together with Grandmother.

“….”

Grandfather looked at Gong Pae-cheon silently for a moment without saying anything.

Though he wouldn’t cancel the marriage at this point, his mind still seemed complicated.

But soon he dismissed such thoughts and said a word.

“Live well.”

A woman from the orthodox sect was marrying the chief strategist of the Demonic Sect.

As a martial arts novel enthusiast, I knew all too well what kind of upheaval this would cause if it became known in Jungwon.

Grandfather’s words to live well carried tremendous weight and responsibility.

How could Gong Pae-cheon not understand that?

“I will ensure you have nothing to worry about.”

With Gong Pae-cheon’s resolve as the opening, the main ceremony finally began.

“I express gratitude to everyone present on such a meaningful day. We will now begin the bride and groom’s bowing ceremony.”

The wedding officiant’s voice echoed throughout the courtyard.

“First, the first bow to heaven and earth.”

Grandmother and Gong Pae-cheon properly paid respects to the heavenly spirits according to protocol.

“Next, the second bow to the high hall, to both families’ parents and ancestors.”

Seeing Grandmother bow to Grandfather, who sat alone at the bride’s family seat, made my heart feel heavy for no reason.

Master personally attended to show consideration for Gong Pae-cheon, who had no parents on the groom’s side.

“Finally, the couple’s mutual bow, where the bride and groom bow to each other.”

The tears I had been barely holding back finally burst forth.

“Why are you crying on such a happy day?”

“Exactly. Your makeup will all wash off.”

Seo-ryeon and Yang Ha-rin, who were beside me, tried to comfort me, but my tears wouldn’t stop.

Grandmother wasn’t going anywhere far, she was just getting married, so why was I crying so foolishly?

If it weren’t for Eok I-geon’s familiar touch on my shoulder, I might have wailed right there.

Finally, the wine-sharing ceremony proceeded.

When the bride and groom shared and drank from the wine cups, cheers and applause spread beyond the manor’s walls.

The musicians positioned in the corner played lively music as if they had been waiting.

It was the highlight of the wedding, the beginning of the reception.

I heard that for the next three days, there would be feasting and celebration at Hyuun-jae.

As it was the wedding of the Demonic Sect’s chief strategist, prominent figures from the sect attended in large numbers.

Thanks to this, wedding gifts were piled up like a tower in one corner of the courtyard.

“Seo-ryeon, shall we go over there?”

“Shall we?”

Cheon-gang said he had found food that Seo-ryeon liked and whisked her away completely.

At this point, aren’t they definitely dating?

No matter how I looked at it, that wasn’t just a casual relationship.

Anyway, my favorite character really knows how to take care of his woman.

“What would you like to eat?”

Though I had only glanced over, perhaps thinking I was envious, Eok I-geon asked me for the first time what I wanted to eat.

“What I want to eat?”

“Yes. Say anything. I’ll tell Jamigwan to prepare it.”

That won’t work.

Even if you heard it, you wouldn’t know what it was.

“Seeing you contemplate, you truly have food you desire.”

“Of course.”

My soul foods like spicy tteokbokki, water parsley pork belly, bburinkle, truffle potato chips – I just don’t mention them, but there are countless things I want to eat.

“Sister, just say the word! I’ll get it for you!”

“Oh? Gyeom, you came too?”

“Of course! It would be terrible to miss the Gwihon Gakju’s wedding.”

It seemed Eok Hwi-gyeom also attended as Cheonma’s son.

But the eldest son, Eok Wi-baek, was nowhere to be seen.

“First brother didn’t come because he’s scared of second brother.”

Perhaps my question showed on my face, as Eok Hwi-gyeom readily explained without being asked.

“He got beaten up terribly again a few days ago.”

“Really? Why?”

“Well, because of your engagement.”

Don’t tell me Eok Wi-baek went to Eok I-geon and told him to give up the engagement to me?

“As soon as big brother mentioned your name, second brother…”

“Stop.”

Eok I-geon quietly warned his younger brother.

If he said any more, Eok Hwi-gyeom might end up like his older brother too.

Knowing this better than anyone, Eok Hwi-gyeom immediately backed down and changed the subject.

“But when are you getting married, sister?”

“…What?”

“The wedding ceremony with second brother.”

You’re really trying hard to get on Eok I-geon’s good side, aren’t you?

When had Eok I-geon ever looked at Eok Hwi-gyeom so fondly?

After hitting him on the back of the head so much, now he was looking down at his brother with eyes as vast as the ocean.

“What marriage… we haven’t even held an engagement ceremony yet…”

“Can’t you just go straight to marriage?”

Hey! Do you really want to keep getting ahead of yourself?

There’s nothing you won’t say in front of someone who just agreed to get engaged!

Every time Eok Hwi-gyeom opened his mouth, I had to face Eok I-geon’s intense gaze.

The increasingly deep look in his eyes since the day we first kissed was so burdensome I could die.

What possessed me to kiss him that day?

That strange moonlight was the problem.

No, was Eok I-geon’s face the problem?

Seeing Eok I-geon’s face shining under the moonlight and losing my composure – that was the fundamental mistake.

Since then, though I don’t mention it, Eok I-geon tried to kiss me whenever he got the chance.

The considerable mental exhaustion from avoiding him each time was a fact only I knew.

‘Men really only have indecent thoughts.’

At least it was fortunate that when I showed signs of refusal, he didn’t force it further.

“You’re young, so why are you curious about such things?”

Unable to listen anymore, Yang Ha-rin clicked her tongue and interrupted.

“Our sister is only seventeen years old. Her future is still bright, but you want her to marry and have children right away? Then when will she train in martial arts? Huh?”

Well done, Yang Ha-rin!

As expected, her personality of not being intimidated even knowing that Eok Hwi-gyeom is Cheonma’s son – I really like it.

Sometimes this kind of arrogance had its uses.

“How impudent. Even if Sister Seolha has accepted you, I am Cheonma’s son. Show proper respect!”

“I speak casually even to Sister Seolha, so why should I use honorifics with you? Wouldn’t that make the family hierarchy a bit strange?”

“Well, that’s…”

“Though it fell to ruin, I’m also a daughter of a renowned family in Jungwon. So just comfortably call me sister.”

“…Sister Seolha is my only sister!”

When Eok Hwi-gyeom got angry, Yang Ha-rin shook her head disapprovingly.

“The young one has no flexibility at all. I’ll do as I please, so you do as you please.”

Yang Ha-rin declared her surrender and ran off to where Cheon-gang and Seo-ryeon were.

Though she had become much more comfortable since coming to headquarters than at first, it seemed she felt more at ease being with those she was close to.

As an aside, Yang Ha-rin supported and celebrated Grandmother and Uncle Gong Pae-cheon’s marriage more enthusiastically than anyone.

She seemed to think that since a Jeongpa person she knew had married someone from the Demon Faction, her own life and death had become a bit safer.

“Sister, I’ll go visit Lord Gong. I prepared a congratulatory gift.”

“Alright.”

Oh my, what a thoughtful child who doesn’t miss anything.

Just as I was looking at the back of Eok Hwi-gyeom’s head as if finding him adorable.

“When do you think would be good?”

Suddenly Eok I-geon asked me.

“…What do you mean?”

When I asked back, not understanding his sudden words, Eok I-geon gazed at me with deep eyes.

“Our marriage.”

“…Didn’t you hear? We’re not even engaged yet.”

“Do you dislike marrying me?”

Why is the conversation jumping there?

“Haven’t you stopped avoiding my kisses lately?”

Gasp!

A-are you crazy?

I quickly looked around.

Fortunately, there were no eyes watching us.

“Young Master, how can you say such things in a place like this?”

“Then shall we move to a place where no one is around?”

“Yes.”

That would be better.

I could clearly see Eok I-geon’s devious intentions, but for now, getting away from this spot was the priority.

I hurriedly followed Eok I-geon without noticing Grandfather’s expression contorting in shock.

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