The Heavenly Demon Cult’s Strongest Maid - Chapter 78

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Chapter 78

“Seolha, grandmother will explain everything later. Grandmother is absolutely not a spy or anything like that…”

“Of course not! What kind of Martial Arts Alliance spy would grandmother be! Do you think I’d believe such ridiculous nonsense?”

Recalling the original story and being shocked, I unknowingly shouted angrily at grandmother who was misunderstanding me and trying to explain herself.

How did our Shin Geum live all this time feeling so wronged and frustrated?

“A spy? How ridiculous!”

Though she never appeared as a character in the novel, whenever Dang Yeong-ryeong’s tragic story was mentioned, I couldn’t help but feel indignant.

The current Sichuan Tang School’s decline from the Five Great Families was also because of the disgrace Dang Yeong-ryeong couldn’t wash away 17 years ago.

The starting point that brought about the Dang Family’s downfall.

It was surprising that grandmother’s identity was a direct descendant of Sichuan Tang School, but I was outraged by the fact that she was the protagonist of that tremendous incident.

“How dare that goat-looking thing babble carelessly when she knows nothing? Just because you’re the head of Yeo-ga, does that make you everything? Huh?”

I unconsciously rolled up my sleeves. I was so angry I couldn’t stand it.

Who’s calling who what now!

“What, what did you say?”

“That girl dares to…”

“I didn’t like it from the moment you started calling people ‘girl’! Don’t think I don’t know how to curse just because I don’t do it. Try cursing at our grandmother one more time. I really won’t let it slide!”

My affection for grandmother combined with the pity I had for the character Dang Yeong-ryeong made me lose all reason.

Having read the original story, I knew better than anyone that she wasn’t a Martial Arts Alliance spy.

Looking at it now, the suicide must have been fake, and she had been living in the Demonic Sect under a false identity.

And on top of that, she had to bear the misunderstanding of being a Martial Arts Alliance spy.

How frustrated and absurd our grandmother must feel.

“Grandmother, you need to stay calm. Especially at times like this, you can’t get excited. Understand?”

I was afraid grandmother might collapse from anger, so I rubbed her back to reassure her.

“Seolha…”

“Why are you crying, grandmother? Don’t tell me you’re moved?”

Seeing tears suddenly forming in Shin Geum’s eyes, I was startled.

I had no memory of before my possession, but since then, I had never once seen grandmother cry in my life.

“It’s strange how tears come when my child believes in me. Grandmother is being quite foolish, isn’t she?”

“Foolish, my foot. People need to cry sometimes to feel better inside.”

I rolled down my sleeves and wiped grandmother’s eyes.

“Is that so?”

“Of course.”

I hugged grandmother tightly. Knowing her story made me feel so sorry for her I could go crazy.

“Those two girls have both gone mad!”

Yeo Gong ranted at us as we embraced and comforted each other.

“As expected, it’s certain that the First Miss is an accomplice! This confirms that entering as Cheonma’s disciple was all planned!”

When Wi-rin joined in, Yeo Gong commanded.

“What are you all doing? Immediately capture these Alliance spies and make them kneel!”

“Yes, ma’am!”

Huh? That guy?

It was good that I looked up at the unfamiliar yet familiar voice.

The moment I saw the face of the man answering vigorously, my vision flashed.

It was that bastard Hyeok Ri-cheon or whatever who had deceived me.

“Fine, I’ll deal with you myself… Huh?”

Just as I was about to step forward boldly.

“Baek-gwi Hyeon-ma-dae, listen! As of this moment, we are completely sealing off Yeo-ga! If anyone tries to escape, don’t hesitate to cut off their heads!”

“Yes, sir!”

“Yes, sir!”

At Tak Joong-hak’s command, the Baek-gwi Hyeon-ma-dae moved quickly.

They positioned themselves in a fairly wide formation centered around Yeo Gong and Wi-rin to block them.

Though their numbers were significantly fewer compared to Yeo-ga’s warriors, there was no sign of fear from the Baek-gwi Hyeon-ma-dae.

It was a well-known fact among demons that each Baek-gwi was a warrior worth a hundred men.

Yeo-ga’s Hyeol-rang-dae also boasted formidable military power, but they weren’t at a level to compare with the Baek-gwi Hyeon-ma-dae.

Moreover, Tak Joong-hak himself was present at this place.

The only demon whose alias included the modifier “Sword Demon.”

His Hyeon-ma Jonggeom, which had reached the ultimate level, was said to be difficult for even Cheonma, the sect leader, to contend with.

As long as he was here, probably no one would dare touch grandmother and me.

“Thank you.”

As befitting the head of the Hyeon-ma Tak Family, he indeed had an eye for people.

The fact that he came looking for me with grandmother meant he knew we weren’t Martial Arts Alliance spies.

‘But did grandmother ask Tak Ga-ju for help?’

While I was tilting my head in confusion, Yeo Gong and Wi-rin now turned on Tak Joong-hak.

“Tak Ga-ju! I suspected it, but you’ve indeed joined hands with the Martial Arts Alliance!”

“To so blatantly protect them like this, are you planning treason?”

“I worry that the sect leader will be greatly saddened when he hears of Tak Ga-ju’s actions!”

“Don’t worry about it. It’s not true anyway, but even if it were, no one would believe it. Not a single word of today’s conversation will leak outside.”

“…!”

At Tak Joong-hak’s polite declaration, both Yeo Gong and Wi-rin widened their eyes simultaneously.

His meaning was very simple and clear.

No one from this place today would survive, so there was no need for unnecessary worry.

In other words, he would kill them all to eliminate the evidence.

‘Wow, this grandfather’s presence is no joke either.’

How can someone say they’ll kill everyone so elegantly?

I guess this is why you need to study.

I’m envious of whoever’s grandfather this is.

Ah, he was Tak Seung-myeong’s grandfather.

I really liked his grandson too.

Both grandfather and grandson are my type.

Good, very good.

“Why aren’t you answering? Do you think I can’t do it?”

Whooosh—

Suddenly, wind blew from somewhere. Tak Joong-hak’s robes fluttered as the atmosphere vibrated around him.

My heightened ki sense detected massive waves of energy.

“Grandmother…”

If Tak Joong-hak were to step forward himself, I couldn’t just stand by and watch. That would be too shameless as the person involved.

Perhaps sensing my feelings, grandmother whispered in my ear.

“It’s fine. He’s just trying to scare them.”

“…How does grandmother know that?”

“Because they’re no match for him. If they want to live, they need to know when to back down.”

“Ah.”

It was simple logic.

No, but if that’s the case, why did they create this mess in the first place?

What do they gain from tormenting grandmother and me?

“Tak Ga-ju! Do you have no shame?”

“To collude with the Martial Arts Alliance and even attempt murder and destruction! Don’t tell me you want to become Cheonma yourself?”

Oh my, this statement is today’s highlight.

They had no intention of directly crossing swords with Tak Joong-hak.

Just a handful of suspicion.

If Tak Joong-hak’s ambition reached Cheonma’s ears and planted even a small seed of doubt, they would be the winners of this game.

Furthermore, if rumors spread among the demons that they maintained close relations with Martial Arts Alliance spies, it could tarnish the Tak Family’s great reputation.

Though they belonged to the same Six Great Demon Clans, the Yeo-ga and Wi-ga were groups bound together by inferiority complexes.

Even in the original work, this occasionally became problematic and created incidents.

I never knew I would experience that scene so vividly.

“Family Head Yeo, watch your words.”

“Did I hit too close to home with my sincerity?”

“Don’t cross that line any further. Age has made my patience less than it used to be.”

Gasp.

Grandmother, I thought you said you were just intimidating them?

The aura emanating from his body was no joke.

Tak Joong-hak, who had seemed like a kind grandfather, looked ready to rush over and snap Yeo Gong’s neck at any moment.

“He doesn’t look okay?”

When I widened my eyes and asked, Grandmother whispered.

“That temper is exactly like someone else’s.”

“Like someone? Who?”

To my question, Grandmother merely shrugged her shoulders.

‘Hmm.’

The bloodshed had already escalated beyond control.

Though they weren’t our people, many had died.

Since the misunderstanding about Grandmother and me would obviously be cleared up soon, I hoped things would be settled around now.

Of course, those who insulted Grandmother and me should receive appropriate punishment, but I didn’t want the situation to escalate further.

If Grandmother’s true identity became known, there could be those who wouldn’t believe it wasn’t true, no matter what.

Then Grandmother would be troubled, and I would be worried.

Leaving the Demonic Sect would solve it, but currently they wouldn’t let me go. After establishing myself a bit more… Huh?

While I was lost in thought, closely watching the situation, Eok I-geon suddenly entered my field of vision.

“How did you get here…?”

My eyes met with Eok I-geon’s.

Two pitch-black pupils.

Ah, this is bad.

I don’t know where he heard what, but Eok I-geon’s eyes had gone mad.

“Who is Hyeok Ri-cheon?”

Eok I-geon asked in a flat tone.

Fortunately, no one answered.

However, multiple gazes simultaneously looked toward one place.

Eok I-geon launched his body toward the panicking Hyeok Ri-cheon.

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