The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 14

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 14

“The Third Young Master?”

Confusion appeared on everyone’s faces.

It was inevitable.

Murim Alliance Leader Dokgo Ryong was one of the top ten masters in the world and the head of the Murim Alliance, a coalition organization of the Orthodox Faction.

Because of this, countless people would surely come to celebrate his birthday banquet.

And yet they wanted to send Namgung Hyeok to such an occasion?

No matter how one looked at it, it could only be seen as an intention to help Namgung Hyeok build connections.

“Yes. Didn’t Hyeok just return from the battlefield? Since he needs to adapt to the jianghu from now on, he must get to know many people, so I think this opportunity would be a good chance for him to become acquainted with many people.”

“B-but since it’s the Murim Alliance Leader’s birthday, shouldn’t someone of appropriate status go…?”

“Are you saying that Hyeok lacks the proper status right now?”

Namgung Cheon’s voice became ice-cold.

It was an unimaginable reaction from his usual gentle demeanor.

The person who had mentioned status could only gasp and swallow hard.

No matter how much the First Young Master had lived as a figurehead until now, earning his anger was not a wise thing to do.

Especially if he was going to take on important responsibilities in the future.

“Th-that’s not what I meant. I was just thinking that someone with a more well-known reputation should accompany him.”

“Hyeok may be unknown in the jianghu, but he’s someone who achieved great merit on the northern battlefield. Also, since he resolved the family’s troublesome matters three times in such a short period, he has sufficient qualifications to represent the family. Therefore, I believe he’s qualified to go as an envoy.”

“Hmm.”

“I agree.”

The Elder Council Head quickly supported Namgung Cheon’s words.

He smiled broadly and looked around before speaking.

“Moreover, the Third Young Master is now one of only two direct descendants remaining in the family, isn’t he? In addition to the merit he’s established, even by bloodline, I think there’s no shortage.”

“I-I also agree!”

“Yes, if it’s the Third Young Master, that would be sufficient.”

Once the Elder Council Head agreed, supporting opinions burst forth like a dam breaking.

His entire faction cast their votes in favor.

“Certainly, the Third Young Master has the qualifications to represent the family based on his recent achievements alone.”

“We also agree.”

Even those who had been maintaining neutrality joined in agreement.

In the end, only Namgung Jangcheon’s faction remained.

Everyone reflexively looked at Namgung Jangcheon.

After all, it was ultimately the acting family head who would decide who to send as an envoy.

But Namgung Jangcheon had no real alternatives either.

Not acknowledging Namgung Hyeok, who had achieved consecutive merits in such a short time?

That could escalate into a serious problem. Especially since the First Young Master had personally recommended him.

Eventually, he let out a light sigh and said,

“Very well. Then we’ll send Hyeok as an envoy. However, since situations requiring jianghu experience might arise, Pyo will also accompany him.”

Namgung Pyo was Namgung Jangcheon’s second son who had previously worked on missions with Namgung Hyeok.

The elders showed displeased expressions at this declaration but soon nodded.

If they didn’t do at least this much, it seemed like Namgung Jangcheon would obstruct things to the end.

When the situation seemed to calm down a bit, Namgung Hyeok, who had been quiet until then, stood up and cupped his fists toward the assembly.

“I will show a performance that won’t shame the Namgung Family.”

Thus, the envoys to attend the Murim Alliance Leader’s birthday banquet were decided.

* * *

“What? I’m going to the Alliance Leader’s birthday banquet with the Third Young Master?”

“That’s right. Your older brother is currently absent, so you have no choice but to go. I’ll assign the Changcheon Unit as escorts, so keep that in mind.”

Namgung Jangcheon gave such instructions to his son, Namgung Pyo.

Namgung Pyo pondered for a moment, then asked with a serious expression,

“Why me specifically?”

“Because you’re the only one who carries my bloodline and can keep Namgung Hyeok in check right now.”

“Keep him in check?”

“If that’s difficult, just think of it as surveillance. Watch closely who Namgung Hyeok becomes friendly with and what actions he takes, then report everything to me.”

“Do we really need to go that far?”

“He’s someone who might become our enemy in the future. Wouldn’t it be better to get a clear understanding of him beforehand?”

“…”

Namgung Pyo was at a loss for words.

Someone who might become an enemy in the future?

Honestly, he didn’t want to agree.

Namgung Pyo’s mind still clearly held the image of Namgung Hyeok’s leadership during the Golden Crow Trading Company escort mission.

However.

“…I understand.”

Namgung Pyo nodded for now.

There was no point in speaking honestly to his father here since he wouldn’t listen anyway.

Rather, doing so might earn his wrath and result in a scolding. He could only swallow a bitter smile inwardly.

‘What exactly is the family head position that we have to go this far?’

If it were up to his heart, he wanted to tell his father to give up such useless ambitions and just lead the family righteously.

But it was obvious he wouldn’t listen even if he tried.

Once someone’s eyes were blinded by the lust for power, it was hard for them to turn back.

‘More importantly, going to the Murim Alliance with Brother Hyeok.’

Though it was completely unexpected, he was also somewhat looking forward to it.

Since returning from the Golden Crow Trading Company mission, they hadn’t had a proper conversation.

‘Maybe this opportunity will let us become closer.’

Namgung Pyo thought an unexpectedly good opportunity had arisen.

* * *

A few days later.

Namgung Hyeok and Namgung Pyo hurriedly finished their preparations and departed for the Murim Alliance.

The Murim Alliance was located in Wuhan, Hubei Province.

The distance from Hefei, where the Namgung Family Estate was located, to Wuhan wasn’t that far.

While it would take common people quite a while, by martial artists’ standards, it could be considered close.

However, the two hurried at maximum speed. Given the current situation, there might be attacks from the Evil Path Alliance.

“No matter how much it’s the Evil Path Alliance, they wouldn’t dare touch people going to the Murim Alliance Leader’s birthday banquet.”

Though Namgung Pyo said this, Namgung Hyeok firmly shook his head.

“Such thinking is dangerous. On the battlefield, anything can happen.”

“But Brother, this isn’t a battlefield, is it?”

“No, it’s practically the same as a battlefield. We’re actually in conflict with those bastards. It wouldn’t be strange if they sent forces to kill us at any time.”

“Wahaha! Of course, they’d suffer for it if they did!”

Ho Young, who had come as Namgung Hyeok’s escort, burst into loud laughter.

With the massive Demon-Slaying Blade that appeared to be his beloved weapon strapped to his back, he looked brimming with confidence.

“There were idiots before who sent forces to eliminate the Captain and our unit during a temporary ceasefire. Do you know what happened to all of them?”

“What happened?”

“They all became nothing but handfuls of ash. Back then, the Captain’s power control wasn’t like it is now. So every single one of them died without exception.”

“Don’t say unnecessary things.”

Though Namgung Hyeok lightly scolded him, Ho Young just laughed as if he found it amusing.

Namgung Pyo was curious about what the two had experienced on the battlefield, but he didn’t dare ask further for fear of offending Namgung Hyeok.

“We’ll arrive soon. Did you pack the gift properly?”

“Yes. It’s right here.”

The gift prepared by the Namgung Family for the Murim Alliance Leader was the Four Treasures of the Study made from precious materials by a renowned craftsman from Anhui Province.

One of the Murim Alliance Leader’s hobbies was calligraphy, and since Anhui Province was originally famous for such things, they had prepared this item.

Naturally, its price was also at no small level.

That’s why Namgung Hyeok, the leader of the group, was personally carrying and moving with it.

Namgung Pyo looked at the well-packaged Four Treasures of the Study and nodded as if relieved.

“I hope the Alliance Leader will like it.”

“He’ll definitely like it. If it’s that person.”

“…?”

A moment of puzzlement appeared on Namgung Pyo’s expression.

Because Namgung Hyeok’s words carried a conviction as if he truly believed it would be so.

Could he possibly be acquainted with the Murim Alliance Leader?

‘No way, surely not….’

Namgung Pyo thought this way and denied his own thoughts.

What connection could there be between Namgung Hyeok, who had been stuck on battlefields all this time, and the Murim Alliance Leader?

‘He probably just said that after seeing that the Alliance Leader’s hobby is calligraphy.’

Because there was no way someone who loved calligraphy would dislike the finest Four Treasures of the Study made from precious materials.

Surely Namgung Hyeok had spoken in that sense.

‘More than that, I’m curious what kind of person he’ll be.’

The Namgung Family and Dokgo Family had exchanges from long ago, but recently the situation had become a bit sparse.

So Namgung Pyo was in a situation where he had never actually seen the Murim Alliance Leader.

That’s why he was even more excited. There wouldn’t be any martial artist who wouldn’t be excited about seeing one of the ten strongest people in the world.

‘Though Brother Hyeok seems to have no particular thoughts about it.’

How could he be so calm?

It must be due to the composure honed on the battlefield.

That’s why he could maintain his cool no matter what situation arose.

‘I’d like to learn from that aspect too.’

Namgung Pyo thought this way as he gazed at the scenery of the fortress walls faintly visible in the distance.

The remaining distance was now so short that it was visible to the naked eye.

Finally, they had arrived in Wuhan.

* * *

Having entered Wuhan, they immediately headed toward where the Murim Alliance was located.

The surroundings were already bustling with people presumed to be martial artists.

They all seemed to be people who had come from various places to participate in the Murim Alliance Leader’s birthday feast.

“At this rate, if we get separated from each other, we might never meet again.”

Namgung Pyo said this while clicking his tongue.

That’s how many people were around them. Namgung Hyeok nodded and agreed with Namgung Pyo’s words.

“I think so too. Make sure to stay close so we don’t get separated.”

“Are you going straight to the Murim Alliance without stopping at an inn?”

“With so many people around like this, it would be difficult to find a place with vacant rooms even if we went looking for an inn. In that case, it would be more reasonable to ask the Murim Alliance for lodging.”

“That’s true too. No matter how powerful the Murim Alliance is, they wouldn’t just ignore us as members of the Ten Great Families.”

Namgung Pyo nodded and replied.

Namgung Hyeok’s group headed straight to the Murim Alliance.

Fortunately, since there were many martial artists around and it was located in the center of Wuhan, the Murim Alliance’s location wasn’t difficult to find.

“Wow….”

Namgung Pyo’s jaw dropped wide open when he saw the line standing in front of the Murim Alliance’s main gate.

Despite arriving several days earlier than scheduled, the line standing there was tremendously long.

Thinking that all those people were either affiliated with the Murim Alliance or related to it, he could newly feel the Murim Alliance’s power.

‘As expected of the center of the Orthodox Faction’s martial world.’

Namgung Hyeok was also slightly impressed, though he didn’t show it. For now, he led his group to get in line to enter.

But that’s when it happened.

“Excuse me, are you the ones from the Namgung Family?”

Such a voice was heard from beside the group.

Namgung Hyeok turned his head to look in the direction of the sound.

Two martial artists wearing Murim Alliance robes were looking at them with respectful attitudes.

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