The Heavenly Demon Cult’s Strongest Maid - Chapter 51

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Chapter 51

“Th-that footwork!”

“Could it be the Phoenix Flight Step!”

“What? That’s the Phoenix Flight Step?

“That’s Mahu’s exclusive martial art!”

“A descendant of Mahu has appeared!”

“Cheonma’s disciple has inherited Mahu’s legacy!”

With each step Seolha took, the demons trembled. Even though she hadn’t launched a proper attack yet, she had already proven her worth with her footwork alone.

It was a demonic art that had been considered mere legend due to having no successor.

The competition venue fell into a frenzy of excitement at the appearance of this supreme martial art, whose power was said to rival even the Heavenly Demon Divine Art.

“Sect Leader, was it Mahu’s martial art that you passed down to the First Princess?”

The VIP seats in front of the stage where the Palggang battles were taking place in earnest.

Unlike usual martial arts competitions, many people were in attendance there.

Not only the heads of five of the Demonic Sect’s Six Great Demon Clans, but also the leaders of the Sura Unit, Yeom-wang Unit, Salgwi Unit, and Blood Shadow Unit had all come out to watch the martial arts stage intently.

“There seems to be someone with good eyes down there.”

At Cheonma Eok Yeo-gwang’s affirmation, surprise filled the faces of those gathered.

They hadn’t expected him to pass down the Heavenly Demon Divine Art to his newly accepted disciple over his three sons, but they also hadn’t predicted he would teach Mahu’s martial arts.

“Look at the First Princess’s graceful movements. When a phoenix plays like that, how could one not recognize it?”

Gwihongak Master Gong Pae-cheon praised Seolha with a moved expression.

“The more I look, the more amazing this child is. To grow this much in such a short period. Don’t you think I chose quite an exceptional disciple?”

“This is all thanks to the Sect Leader’s fortune.”

“I heard she was a maid until recently, is that true?”

“Unit Leader Mae, what do you think? No matter how I look at it, I seem to have taken a genius as my disciple.”

“Those words confirm she was indeed a maid. In that case, in my eyes too, the First Princess is definitely a genius. These are movements I can’t believe from someone who just started learning martial arts. She’s a coveted talent.”

Mae Ga-rim, leader of the Sura Unit, one of the Demonic Sect’s strongest military organizations, acknowledged her at first sight.

Isn’t there a saying that promising trees can be recognized from their sprouts?

He usually had a talent for observing demons who joined the sect and picking out only the useful ones to develop into elite members of the Sura Unit.

“Are you saying you want to recruit the First Princess as a Sura Unit member?”

Yeom-wang Unit Leader Yu Seong interjected with a displeased voice.

“I’m just speaking hypothetically. How could I do such a thing to the Sect Leader’s disciple?”

“That’s not necessarily impossible.”

“Unit Leader Go, what do you mean by that?”

At Salgwi Unit Leader Go Ji-ryang’s words, everyone’s attention was drawn without exception.

“It’s not like there’s no precedent. If the headquarters needs the First Princess’s power, she could certainly participate in operations together. Isn’t that right, Military Advisor Gong?”

“If such a situation arises, that would be proper.”

It wasn’t particularly unusual for Cheonma’s disciple to fight on the front lines.

“However, wouldn’t that be a very distant future matter? She has just taken her first steps. There’s still much for her to learn from the Sect Leader.”

“How far has the First Princess learned Mahu’s martial arts?”

At the question from Yeo Gong, head of the Thousand Blood Yeo Clan, the surroundings instantly became quiet.

Mahu’s martial arts, which had only been passed down through Cheonma, had found a successor after a hundred years.

If Seolha were to achieve great mastery, the power structure of the Demonic Sect could be completely overturned.

The birth of an absolute master was very joyful for the headquarters, but for those holding major positions, it wasn’t something to be purely happy about.

“Hmm.”

Cheonma, who had been only listening to the conversation, smiled ambiguously.

“Let’s watch the match first. Then you might find your answer.”

It was an order to stop the chatter and focus on the martial arts competition.

Everyone had faces full of things they wanted to ask, but they couldn’t disobey Cheonma’s command.

The gazes of Cheonma and his subordinates turned back to the competition venue.

Swoooosh!

The sound of blades cutting through the air exploded in succession.

“Uaaah!”

Im Ung, thoroughly irritated by my movements that seemed catchable but weren’t, shouted and swung his sword with all his might.

Swish!

Watching the blade pass as if to cut my shoulder from a span’s distance, I moved back one step and sideways two steps without hesitation.

Now all of Im Ung’s movements had become predictable.

At some point, as if entering a runner’s high, my mood became elevated and my mind became clear.

I even had the illusion that time was flowing slowly.

Im Ung’s blade came slashing again, but his sword couldn’t touch even a single hair on my head.

“Now!”

It was then that Eok I-geon’s telepathic message was transmitted.

I had been looking for an opening anyway, and the moment I positioned myself behind Im Ung, I thrust my fist toward his back.

It connected!

Clang!

The moment I clearly felt it, a clear sound like a bell rang across the stage.

And shortly after.

“Uaaaah!”

Im Ung screamed his death cry and rolled around on the ground.

His belly, which had been swollen like a bear’s, rippled like waves.

“Uweeek!”

Soon he spilled a bowlful of blood and collapsed limply.

It was my first victory.

“Waaaah!”

At the cheers of the rejoicing demons, I impulsively raised one hand high. Then it became even more chaotic.

“It’s Mahu’s descent!”

“The phoenix has returned to life!”

Oh no.

I hadn’t intended to create this kind of atmosphere.

While it’s true that I inherited Mahu’s legacy, with my current skills I don’t even reach that person’s toes.

Talk of being Mahu’s reincarnation or whatnot actually made me feel ashamed.

“Ahaha…”

I don’t know what to do with my already raised hand.

Was it coincidence that I happened to see Cheonma in the VIP seats?

Master, hi!

Feeling awkward, I inadvertently waved shyly toward Cheonma.

Did you see me win?

If I win just two more times, I’ll be the champion.

I’ll do well so I don’t bring shame to Master.

I muttered promises that wouldn’t reach Cheonma alone and awkwardly came down from the stage.

The topmost floor of Maodogwan, from which the martial arts venue could be seen at a glance.

There was someone watching Seolha’s match with his hands behind his back: Tak Joong-hak, head of the Hyeon-ma Tak Clan.

For some reason, his body was trembling finely.

He couldn’t take his eyes off her for even a moment.

As Clan Head Sim had said, she was so identical that it seemed like his daughter Seon-hwa had returned to life.

“…Cheon-yeong.”

“Yes, Clan Head.”

“Can people resemble each other this much? They’re not even twins.”

“…”

“Answer me. Are you certain that child is truly not Seon-hwa?”

“Cheonma’s Disciple is said to be seventeen this year.”

“Right. There’s no way you wouldn’t know Seon-hwa’s face. So that’s why you brought me here today. To confirm it directly.”

I wondered just how similar she could be to Seon-hwa.

No matter how much Head Sim had emphasized it, I never expected it to be to this extent.

“I must meet that child’s grandmother directly.”

“I shall escort you.”

It had been quite a long time since Cheon-yeong had seen Tak Joong-hak this furious.

With a heavy heart, Cheon-yeong guided him to Shin Geum’s Noodle Shop.

At that moment, Shin Geum, whom they sought to meet, was cheering for Seolha not far away.

Beside her stood Pyo Jin-yang, the physician, keeping watch like a sentinel.

“That’s right! Well done, my child!”

When the sparring match ended with Seolha’s victory, Shin Geum smiled brightly, rejoicing as if it were her own achievement.

“Are you really hell-bent on dying?”

Pyo Jin-yang simply couldn’t understand.

“Military Advisor Gong said he would help. Run away as quickly as possible before your identity is revealed!”

“I can’t leave my granddaughter behind.”

“That damn granddaughter talk again! I understand your concern for Seolha being left alone, but she’s become Cheonma’s Disciple now. Who would dare harm Cheonma’s Disciple? Even if something were to happen, aren’t Advisor Gong and I here? Trust us and leave already, my lady!”

‘Hah, my lady…’

It was truly a title she hadn’t heard in a long time.

“You’re being particularly nagging today. If you keep this up, I won’t be able to help you anymore, Elder Physician.”

“Are you threatening me with medical treatment?”

“I don’t want to, so I’m telling you to stop.”

When Seolha was no longer visible, Shin Geum turned around.

“I’ll hear about the remaining matches from you, Elder. It’s almost time to open the shop.”

“Just take a day off and watch until the finals.”

“This is enough. It seems Cheonma and Prince Lee have taught her very well.”

Originally, it should have been her doing that.

Though that point was somewhat bitter, Shin Geum decided not to be foolishly stubborn about it.

“Well then, I’ll be going.”

As if familiar with the terrain, Shin Geum quickly disappeared from sight. She reappeared at her own noodle shop, which was about five pyeong in size.

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