The Regressed Martial God Monopolizes Everything - Chapter 74

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Episode 74. The Bait (1)
The next morning, having finished his rest, Jeong Hyun-soo woke at the crack of dawn.
The first thing he examined was naturally the Limitless True Seal.
‘With this, unlike my previous life, I’ve obtained all of the Five King Arts.’
Though he had yet to awaken the Immortal Destruction Divine Art, merely acquiring the Nine Seals was an enormous achievement.
And then there was the Limitless True Seal—the final puzzle.
As Jeong Hyun-soo unfolded the manuscript, he made a remarkable discovery.
The Limitless True Seal.
The New Limitless True Seal.
Two versions existed.
He rustled through the pages.
Upon examining the contents, he found both the original text and a newly interpreted version of the same technique.
The existing original was the classical method itself—awakening the power of myriad forms after mastering the World Reversal Energy, Azure Spirit Myriad Form Art, Heavenly Tyrant Return King Martial Art, and Dark Heaven Return Origin Art.
‘But that became an impossible realm after the founder.’
And so, in later generations—
Or more precisely, it was the founder who created the New Limitless True Seal for his despondent son.
“Mm…….”
This newly devised Limitless True Seal differed from the original approach of awakening four powers and then advancing toward the ultimate.
‘So that’s what the Realm of Harmony meant.’
It was a power that harmonized the Heavenly Tyrant Return King Martial Art, Dark Heaven Return Origin Art, World Reversal Energy, and Azure Spirit Myriad Form Art.
The very concept was different.
The Heavenly Tyrant Return King Martial Art, Dark Heaven Return Origin Art, World Reversal Energy, Azure Spirit Myriad Form Art, and Immortal Destruction Divine Art were the Five King Arts—the foundational techniques.
And above them lay the true Limitless True Seal, which was truly the martial art of Heaven Beyond Heaven.
He had wondered why six martial arts existed yet they were called the Five King Arts, and now the answer was becoming clear.
‘The problem, ultimately, is the Immortal Destruction Divine Art.’
And the path forward was gradually coming into focus.
If he could overcome the trials bestowed by each of the kings paired with the Dark Heaven Return Origin Art, Azure Spirit Myriad Form Art, World Reversal Energy, and Immortal Destruction Divine Art, master them completely, and ultimately achieve the Limitless True Seal—
‘Then perhaps I can see the end.’
With the World Reversal Energy alone, he had already toppled one of the Three Tribulations, so if he could attain the Limitless True Seal, there would be no shortage in terms of martial prowess.
“Good. Let’s do this.”
But to accomplish that, awakening the Immortal Destruction Divine Art was crucial. Even before the kings, the method to awaken the power itself seemed distant.
It was likely connected to the absorbed body and spirit of the Immortal Corpse, but since entering his body, there had been no reaction whatsoever.
Truthfully, even for Jeong Hyun-soo, impatience crept in. Yet in the end, there was nothing to do but attempt various challenges.
“I’ll have to try.”
It was something he had to accomplish without fail.
Jeong Hyun-soo finished his meal first.
He had planned morning training, but unlike usual, he headed not to the Private Training Chamber but to the Group Training Ground where the Garam Guild members gathered.
“Hah!”
The Garam Guild members were perspiring heavily once again today.
Recently, Garam had been clearing far more Gates than usual, and members were intensifying their Tower Climbing efforts as well.
Naturally, they were also distributing performance bonuses and rewards accordingly.
“You’ve arrived.”
Jeong Hyun-soo received a greeting from Lee Jae-min, the expedition leader who was overseeing training at the forefront.
“It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you.”
“Yes, you must have been quite busy, Young Master.”
Unlike not long ago, the expressions of the guild members toward Jeong Hyun-soo had changed considerably.
The saying that Hunters are defined by their results didn’t exist without reason.
The past fades, and the present and future both showed tremendous possibility—Jeong Hyun-soo brought benefits to the guild, so they could only regard him favorably.
Of course, not everyone did.
A few unkind gazes remained.
In truth, he didn’t remember clearly why they felt that way.
Those who had directly suffered from his atrocities before the regression wouldn’t forget that memory no matter how much he achieved now—it was only natural.
It was karma he had to bear. He had no intention of turning away from it.
“By the way, what brings you here to us, Young Master?”
“I wanted to participate in group training after a long time.”
To that, Lee Jae-min replied sharply.
“Your words contain an inaccuracy.”
“…?”
“You’ve never participated in group training with us even once, Young Master. Don’t you remember?”
Jeong Hyun-soo had resolved not to be surprised after regressing, yet he couldn’t help but be taken aback.
‘Never once did we do a joint session together?’
Still.
There had been a time when he’d despaired of his own talent. Which meant he remembered having hope and doing something about it — yet during that entire period, he hadn’t participated in combined training?
“You were only a child then, sir. So naturally you would have forgotten what you said at the time?”
“Yes, honestly, I don’t remember.”
“You said being in the same space as rabble made you feel sick.”
Lee Jae-min pulled out his smart watch without hesitation.
“I still have the recording if you find it hard to believe — shall I play it for you?”
Jeong Hyun-soo squeezed his eyes shut.
Nothing was as terrible and desolate as confronting the weight of one’s own past karma.
“…Yes. Please do.”
Lee Jae-min searched briefly on his smart watch, then played a video.
In it appeared a young Jeong Hyun-soo. His expression was unbearably arrogant, a small boy in a bow tie brimming with a sense of entitlement.
He wore a petulant scowl. He seemed to have been ordered to train.
Yet he opened his mouth toward the Hunters still finding him endearing at the time.
— Being in the same space as rabble makes me feel sick, and you want me to roll around with you all? I can’t do it. Absolutely not, so figure it out yourselves!
It was a statement so senseless there was no understanding it. He couldn’t deny it.
That had been him.
The video was brief — nothing but complaining the entire way through until he was finally dragged off by Jeong Cheol — and it belonged to Lee Jae-min, the man now standing before him, who had been a mere regular member back then.
Jeong Hyun-soo had stared at him intently during that time.
“If you take issue with why I’ve kept such an old recording, I take responsibility. Should this video be released, then——”
“That’s not a concern.”
“Sir?”
“First and foremost, I offer you my sincere apology.”
Jeong Hyun-soo lowered his head.
Lee Jae-min hesitated. The Hunters watching did the same.
“I have no intention of evading responsibility. In the past, I was ignorant. No — I was undeniably garbage. I understand that such words alone cannot account for the hurt you suffered. Still, I apologize. I don’t ask for forgiveness.”
Jeong Hyun-soo was arguably one of the most successful Hunters in circulation these days. A star.
His neck would have stiffened more than anyone else’s — yet he bowed it.
“If you think it will become an obstacle to your future, well, you’re such a remarkable person that you needn’t worry.”
“It is an obstacle.”
“Sir?”
“I don’t want to succeed alone. I want the guild to grow alongside me.”
Lee Jae-min’s expression clouded slightly.
To him, Jeong Hyun-soo looked like a typical case of someone who had come rushing in to whitewash his past far too late.
“Young master. I don’t intend to diminish your current skills or accomplishments. However……”
“Please, go on.”
“I simply cannot believe you wish to walk alongside people like us. People don’t change, after all.”
Lee Jae-min seemed resolute.
By temperament alone, there seemed no reason to keep and expose such an old video, but Jeong Hyun-soo sensed something of his intention.
‘He sees me as someone who will leave.’
Jeong Hyun-soo would put on a good show, then become a renowned solo Hunter player and live a life that had nothing to do with him — that was what Lee Jae-min was convinced of.
In a sense, it was understandable.
After all, Tower Climbing had been consistently played solo as well.
“People may not change, but anyone maintains an attitude suited to their circumstances.”
“Sir?”
“I want Garam to grow with me. At least for now. So let’s work together.”
“I refuse. If you continue to interfere, I will report this to the guild master.”
“Then do so. But grant me an opportunity.”
“What, like granting the wishes of whoever wins a sparring match?”
“It’s somewhat different.”
At Jeong Hyun-soo’s words, Lee Jae-min crossed his arms.
“What’s different about it?”
“I will show you that I can be someone who helps.”
“…I see.”
“If I can prove that I’m useful to your team members, then allow us to work together.”
He was proposing mutual benefit. For Lee Jae-min, there was no reason to refuse.
This wasn’t about listening to someone just because he’d won a sparring match — it was about determining usefulness through agreement between Lee Jae-min and his subordinate Hunters.
If he remained stubborn even then, the report could be made.
Unlike other second-tier guilds, Garam had Jeong Cheol as truly an exemplar of excellent leadership, so there was no suspicion about this.
“Very well.”
The sparring match was arranged immediately.
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It wasn’t long before Lee Jae-min began to understand what bewilderment felt like.
Jeong Hyun-soo started by sparring with one of his team members who wielded dual blades.
Clang!
“If you think of your left hand as a shield rather than a weapon, serving a supporting role, your defensive fundamentals will improve. Right now you’re treating both blades as simultaneous pressure, but that creates substantial gaps. The trajectories overlap, you see. Combine this with Illusion Art Training to develop greater freedom and consciousness in both hands, and if you treat the left hand as purely defensive for now, your performance will noticeably improve in the near term.”
Jeong Hyun-soo’s counsel ran deep. It carried genuine insight rather than mere foresight.
It provided immediate practical benefit and outlined the path forward. Lee Jae-min realized that Jeong Hyun-soo had pinpointed what he himself could never quite articulate—the exact issues that needed addressing.
“Your shield work is too rigid. Rigidity has its virtue in defense, yet adaptation and timely response are still essential. The way you’re holding it now—perpendicular—drives the shock through your entire body. Damage accumulates, and fatigue sets in quickly. Angle it. You must learn these angles through practice against varied attacks and different weapons. Receive the force, but blend it with deflection as well. Build your center. Double your lower-body training intensity.”
“Mark my words! He speaks truth!”
Kwon Gang-pal, who had rushed over after hearing rumors, confirmed it.
Next came the archer. As he fired his arrow down at Jeong Hyun-soo, Jeong Hyun-soo diverted it with the Azure Spirit Myriad Form Art mere moments before impact and snatched it from the air.
“You’re focused only on speed, which makes your shots predictable. In such cases, try instead to miss with one of every three arrows. Two shots deliver what’s expected; one introduces the unexpected. Of course, a hair’s difference is all you need.”
“…I—thank you.”
Next, a martial artist wielding a staff rushed at Jeong Hyun-soo. His eyes were hostile from the start.
As the man drove a full-powered strike forward, Jeong Hyun-soo blocked it with his palm using the Heavenly Tyrant Return King Martial Art and spoke.
“Your fist travels in straight lines only. That can be an advantage, but it also becomes a limitation. Your torque rotation is half a beat too slow. If you adapt by thinking you’re moving earlier, better attacks will follow.”
Whoosh!
The man, having received the counsel, threw another attack.
A single punch that grazed past Jeong Hyun-soo’s chin.
“Excellent.”
The man stared at his own fist for a moment.
“It’s faster, even by my measure. I’ll settle the grudge from that day with this.”
“My thanks.”
“I’ve only cleared the air. It also means I’ll be watching from here on.”
“Please do.”
The sparring continued without pause.
To be continued ▶
The Sole Devourer’s Regression Martial God
Author
Cheon Ya
Publisher
Kim Seok-hwan, Choi Se-ra
Published by
Grae Publishing
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Publication date
May 26, 2026
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