The Hwangbo Clan’s Beloved Live-In Son-in-Law - Chapter 37

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Chapter 37

 

In the far northwest area of the Wulin Alliance, there was a large manor named Baekcho-won (Hundred Herbs Garden).

 

It was located even further back than the Gungrijae and Special Document Repository where the attack had occurred, in a place that bordered the foothills of Xiangshan.

 

Considering that most of the injured were lying in rows in the medical rooms of Baeuibang in the southeastern outskirts, this was quite a privilege.

 

However, for Xie Baowei, crossing this great Alliance with this body over such a long distance was rather exhausting.

 

Even though the place was filled with dense medicinal fragrances.

 

“You know about the Evil Eight Heavens, right?”

 

Jegal Seolhye quietly lifted her tea.

 

A physician was carefully inserting acupuncture needles into Xie Baowei’s body beside them.

 

“Must we have this conversation like this?”

 

“Stay still.”

 

The stern-faced physician barked at him.

 

Xie Baowei shut his mouth tight and straightened his body.

 

The physician frowned as he checked his pulse.

 

“You rolled around like a madman. Your vital energy is severely damaged.”

 

“Please use the strong medicine. Put the bill on the Jegal Family’s account.”

 

Really now.

 

Xie Baowei frowned.

 

He shook his head, thinking he should stop caring about things he couldn’t understand, and focused on the conversation.

 

“Evil Eight Heavens?”

 

Evil Eight Heavens.

 

Public enemies designated by the Wulin Alliance.

 

It referred to eight organizations.

 

Sulomang, Residual Soul Alliance, Northern Barbarians, Waegu, Nolim, Haomun, Magyo, and Yukgwi.

 

In the case of the Residual Soul Alliance of the Blue Sea, Northern Barbarians, and Waegu, the government’s jurisdiction was large, but if they were enemies that the martial arts world couldn’t ignore either.

 

The Sulomang of the Yangtze River, Nolim of the world’s mountains and rivers, and Haomun of the underground world maintained ambiguous relationships through things like tolls and information exchange.

 

Magyo and Yukgwi were different cases.

 

Not only Magyo, which had become truly insane after the Myeonggyo Blood Incident, declaring revenge against the strict martial arts world,

 

But also Yukgwi, who were genuine madmen that survived for years or decades even in the turbulent martial arts world where dozens were officially declared public enemies each year, were true public enemies that had to be killed on sight.

 

Especially, unlike Magyo’s movements which had been quiet after being swept away following rumors of involvement with rebel king forces,

 

Yukgwi, these madmen, had been causing trouble everywhere after banding together, making them even more troublesome.

 

Sikbul (Buddha Eater), Gwanghwa (Mad Fire), Yokmyeon (Desire Face), Aesoo (Sorrow), Gicheon (Heaven Deceiver), Tougui (Fighting Ghost).

 

“Originally it was the Evil Nine Heavens. There was Geomhoe.”

 

Everything other than the sword is heretical. Thus they were ones who ignored the surrounding sects to the point where they eventually began tormenting, despising, and killing them.

 

They quickly became the Evil Nine Heavens, then were quickly annihilated not long ago.

 

“Some of them survived and came to steal secret manuals.”

 

“Together with Yukgwi?”

 

“Yes. We didn’t know they had joined hands. They took advantage of the gap when our forces were divided searching in the wrong places.”

 

Thus they lost many valuable researchers.

 

These were people who had been studying Geomhoe’s martial arts through the night.

 

“Then it became the Seven Ghosts.”

 

“No. It’s still Yukgwi.”

 

“Why?”

 

“Because we caught Aesoo.”

 

Aesoo (Sorrow).

 

A mad revenge ghost.

 

Xie Baowei had never seen her, but their fighting styles were somewhat similar.

 

In the aspect of not caring for one’s own body.

 

Yukgwi had their own ranking, and Aesoo competed for the top position.

 

It was the result of dedicating her entire life to killing Wulin Alliance personnel.

 

“…Well. I see.”

 

For Xie Baowei, it was an irrelevant story.

 

At his indifferent reaction, Jegal Seolhye nodded and moved on to another topic.

 

Well. It wasn’t a particularly important story. Nor was it something the Alliance wanted to publicize.

 

However,

 

“Your performance was a great help. We caught Aesoo and Tougui and Gwanghwa were severely injured.”

 

“…Was there anything I did there?”

 

“You were a great help in catching Tougui.”

 

“We didn’t even catch him.”

 

“We will catch him.”

 

Yukgwi are madmen.

 

However, there were two major reasons why Yukgwi made their name known as the Evil Eight Heavens.

 

One was that madmen had gathered together, and the second was Tougui’s existence.

 

One who fought and won for decades in the martial arts world of Natural Selection.

 

One who slaughtered warriors from great families and still survived.

 

Compared to the remaining five, Tougui was the ‘real deal’ who had maintained his position as a martial arts public enemy for over ten years.

 

So they would view this achievement encouragingly.

 

In that case.

 

“When you catch him, just let me know.”

 

Xie Baowei said indifferently again.

 

“Ugh.”

 

“I told you to stay still.”

 

The physician, who had applied medicine so thickly it was almost like sprinkling it on the wounds, now held an iron needle in his hand and began to pierce through the flesh.

 

Fortunately, whether it was because the medicine was truly strong, or because of the needles inserted near the wounds, it didn’t hurt much.

 

“It shouldn’t even hurt, yet you’re making such a fuss.”

 

“…Isn’t it numb because the medicine is too strong?”

 

“Shut your mouth.”

 

Jegal Seolhye gazed at Xie Baowei quietly.

 

He had not only faced that Tougui, but even wounded him.

 

Even if it was Nam Gilin who inflicted the deep wound, this was not the martial prowess a mere grassland man should display.

 

How had he lived until now.

 

“What?”

 

“…I should give you a reward.”

 

“Mm. I did accomplish something big. I’d like it to be as generous as possible.”

 

Xie Baowei changed his expression and said.

 

Jegal Seolhye spoke as if she would satisfy him.

 

“I’ll remove you from patrol duties. Additionally, I’ll give you an important mission.”

 

“…Give me money. Vacation or information would be good too.”

 

What kind of reward was that.

 

Damn, these higher-ups really.

 

Xie Baowei instantly returned to his indifferent expression.

 

Jegal Seolhye shook her head and said.

 

There was still more.

 

“I’ll give you a chance to catch Tougui.”

 

“…That’s a reward?”

 

“Of course.”

 

Jegal Seolhye smiled slightly.

 

“Go to Sichuan.”

 

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The leader role of Yukgwi was played by a swindler called Gicheon (Heaven Deceiver).

 

He gathered accomplices and did a kind of ronin game, traveling around the entire Central Plains doing such things.

 

The problem was that compared to his abilities, the people he gathered were excessively skilled, so things didn’t go as planned. He had been quiet for a while, but suddenly caused such a big incident.

 

Just to devour the remaining forces of Geomhoe?

 

Jegal Seolhye’s words were different.

 

-He probably intended to clean house. Tougui is the same, but Aesoo was particularly an uncontrollable person. Her impulsive actions would have been a headache for someone like Gicheon.

 

In contrast, Gwanghwa and Sikbul were easy to use because what they wanted was clear.

 

Geomhon , who joined this time, was also on the cold and calculating side.

 

Moreover, this attack showed Yukgwi’s strength.

 

Someone like Aesoo would have been worth sacrificing, but Tougui’s injury was probably beyond calculation.

 

That’s what she said.

 

“Nice to meet you. I’m Namgung Bin .”

 

“I’m Namgung Seol .”

 

The mission to Sichuan was only conveyed to the Pursuit Squad.

 

The two people who would form one team had already met and exchanged greetings, but there were two more strangers.

 

They were people whose faces literally shone, worthy of being called handsome men and beautiful women.

 

“Why are you here?”

 

“Usually big missions need a commander. Since it’s someone like Tougui, they said they couldn’t just send us alone.”

 

When Xie Baowei asked secretly, Huashen answered.

 

Huashen, from Hua Family Pharmacy in Chongqing, Sichuan Province, had a gentle and refined personality and knew many things, so they had eaten together twice in just a few days.

 

“If it’s someone like Nam Gilin… well, he’s worth following.”

 

Huashen whispered quietly.

 

Right. Tougui is indeed formidable.

 

Thinking of how he rampaged like crazy even while injured still sent chills down his spine.

 

Xie Baowei asked quietly again.

 

“Do we have to take orders?”

 

“We have no choice. But they can’t order us around carelessly.”

 

Huashen added more explanation.

 

Cheongjukrim was based on a merit system.

 

How many missions of what level were completed and how – that was the measure of evaluation, and treatment and status were divided accordingly.

 

Among them, those who were recognized entered Jayuneong.

 

The problem was that this brilliant and difficult position was merely a starting point for people from great families.

 

Therefore, the friction between those from prestigious families and those who weren’t still remained a problem to this day.

 

“Whoever it is, as long as we can catch Gwanghwa, it doesn’t matter.”

 

Wei Zibai said.

 

He was indeed Wijimun’s blood relative.

 

They had quite similar faces, but while Wijimun was still a bright young man with obvious youthful traces, Wei Zibai definitely had the impression of a seasoned warrior.

 

However, it was impossible to know what his original personality was like.

 

“Nam Gilin and Bai Yijian would be helpful. At least they’re better than idiots who bring children on long journeys.”

 

Wei Zibai said this and mounted his horse as if urging them to hurry.

 

Huashen laughed “Ahaha” and patted Wei Zibai’s leg.

 

“Hey, you shouldn’t say such things when the child can hear. Brother Wei Ji.”

 

“Did I say anything wrong?”

 

Wei Zibai said coldly.

 

When they first met the day before yesterday, he wasn’t like this, but his mood soured this morning after seeing Yingying who came attached to Chun-gil’s cart.

 

“I won’t let it interfere.”

 

Xie Baowei bowed his head repeatedly.

 

He knew it was unreasonable too.

 

It wasn’t entirely what he wanted.

 

However, it was also awkward to leave the child with strangers during a mission that might last several months…

 

“I cannot guarantee the child’s safety.”

 

Nam Gilin said.

 

His voice was heavy and upright rather than low.

 

At his tone that seemed regretful rather than cold, Xie Baowei nodded.

 

Looking at the gentle eyes that matched his handsome face, he seemed to truly think so.

 

“…Why do you speak like that, brother?”

 

Bai Yijian , Jiang Nanbi , Zhu Hun .

 

These were all names referring to Namgung Seol.

 

Dark sword-like eyebrows, refreshing lips, red mouth, eyes with distinct pupils.

 

She was indeed a beauty worthy of being called one of the five beauties of the Central Plains.

 

Though not as much as Yulhui.

 

She had quite a different feeling from Jegal Seolhye.

 

Her long, straight arms and legs, straight waist and shoulders could be called those of a slightly thin man without exaggeration.

 

Her spotlessly clear skin was slightly tanned, and scars were visible around her ears, neck, and chin.

 

Even those scars suited her, but it was more the impression of a ‘warrior’ rather than a woman.

 

She was different from a few years ago too.

 

Yes, from when he first saw her.

 

“It’s been a while.”

 

“It’s been a while.”

 

Namgung Seol bowed her head lightly.

 

Her voice was full of coldness. This was also different from back then. Since she was a child who liked Yulhui very much, it might be a natural reaction.

 

“What’s your relationship with Hyea?”

 

“Huh?”

 

Xie Baowei stopped mid-bow.

 

What’s this about.

 

“What kind of relationship do you two have that the Jie Gal Family desperately tries to stop my brother and me from going?”

 

“Uh… that is, I don’t really know.”

 

“Never mind.”

 

Namgung Seol frowned and turned her head.

 

She didn’t believe the dirty rumors circulating in the Alliance. Gossips’ mouths always spewed black smoke even without fire.

 

However, the Jie Gal Family’s attitude toward this matter had many truly strange aspects.

 

Though it was awkward to say with her own mouth as his sister, Nam Gilin’s reputation was extraordinary.

 

Moreover, wasn’t he the one who wounded Tougui?

 

They blocked such a person with worthless justification and what? Nam Gilin deserves to achieve greater merit? Instead they send the Seven Stars of Guanzhong Yilin?

 

Moreover, all the supplies they provided were top-grade items with Guanzhong Yilin’s embroidery clearly visible on them.

 

…Are they crazy?

 

Or could those rumors actually be true?

 

“Really.”

 

At her fierce gaze, Xie Baowei looked up with a bewildered expression.

 

Huashen looked between the two as if asking what their relationship was, but didn’t answer.

 

“Let’s depart now.”

 

Namgung Bin mounted his horse and spoke.

 

Namgung Seol followed. Three people, no, three people and one cart followed behind them.

 

It was dawn.

 

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.

 

.

 

“Isn’t it hard?”

 

“No.”

 

When Xie Baowei turned around and asked, Yingying’s voice was heard very quietly.

 

The cart that had been carrying the child became a large and sturdy wagon.

 

It even had a roof, so it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call it a carriage.

 

Inside was filled with soft blankets and cotton, a dedicated carriage made solely for the boy.

 

This too had been prepared by the Jegal Family.

 

The road to Sichuan is a long journey.

 

Even traveling without rest, it would easily take a month or two.

 

At least the past week had been on smooth roads.

 

It was the path taking the main official road to Xi’an.

 

I’m already worried about pulling that cart, but will we be able to endure what comes after?

 

“Gwanghwa and Tougui are seriously injured. They won’t be moving fast.”

 

No matter how much of a cart they had, they couldn’t push too hard while carrying the boy.

 

Though he tried his best to help with various small tasks, he couldn’t help but feel self-conscious.

 

As he glanced around nervously once more, Wei Zibai bluntly spoke up.

 

At that, the boy who had been shrinking back straightened his shoulders a little.

 

Xie Baowei gave a grateful nod, but Wei Zibai quickly turned his head away.

 

He’s less honest than his younger brother, but likes children just as much.

 

Xie Baowei smiled bitterly, thinking of Wijimun.

 

Having lost such a brother, how could anyone fully understand that pain?

 

“A palace physician.”

 

The leadership believed that Gwanghwa and Tougui would head to Sichuan.

 

Especially since Tougui’s wounds were worse than expected, and if not properly treated, he might lose the use of his arm.

 

Remembering that crazy bastard who seemed like a monster even with an injured arm, he wondered if that was really the extent of it, but the leadership firmly believed Nam Gilin’s words, who had personally wielded the blade.

 

“Those bastards must know they’re being pursued too, right?”

 

“They would know.”

 

In Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, there was a divine physician who would heal anyone for money.

 

Especially since he was skilled with external injuries and known to have connections with Tougui, they would surely head there.

 

“The target is outside Chengdu. Striking before they enter is best, striking after chaos breaks out is second best. Inside Chengdu is impossible.”

 

Namgung Bin said, looking at everyone.

 

They all nodded as if they understood.

 

The Golden Hand Divine Physician.

 

A person they dared not approach carelessly.

 

It wasn’t because he was strong, or because he was a physician, or because of some tacit agreement.

 

It was simply because of where he belonged.

 

“Even Tougui doesn’t mess with the Bureau of Civil Administration. That bastard’s madness is fake.”

 

Because he was an official physician of the state.

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