The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 146

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 146

 

It was surprising news.

 

To think that Namgung Won would return after twenty years had passed.

 

But at the same time, he felt puzzled.

 

“But why did you come to find me directly like this? A letter would have been sufficient to inform me of such matters.”

 

“That’s…”

 

“You’re not thinking that Second Elder Brother is now aiming for the family head position, are you? If that were the case, he would have appeared earlier than now.”

 

What if he had appeared when the Previous Family Head died and Namgung Cheon was severely weakened by poison for a long time?

 

Namgung Won might have been able to claim the family head position without much effort.

 

But the fact that he didn’t already meant he had no interest in the family head position.

 

In other words, there was no need to be wary.

 

However, Namgung Jangcheon protested with a displeased expression.

 

“Back then, unlike now, there was nothing to gain from taking over the family.”

 

“It’s strange to hear that from someone who was eagerly trying to take over a family that supposedly had nothing to gain.”

 

“Ahem.”

 

Namgung Jangcheon cleared his throat and cut off his words.

 

“Anyway, I think that fellow is suspicious. I don’t know what purpose he’s coming for. So I think we should be on guard somehow.”

 

“Uncle. Aren’t you being too consumed by suspicion?”

 

“What?”

 

“Let’s say Second Elder Brother really has thoughts of taking over the Namgung Family. Was the position of Namgung Family head so easy that he could have it as he pleased?”

 

“…”

 

“Cheon hyung has already become the family head. The family retainers have also grown accustomed to it. Moreover, he has me and the Sacred Fire Gate as his backing. So even if Second Elder Brother comes with bad intentions, it’s impossible for him to steal the family head position.”

 

“Hmm.”

 

“Well, I understand your concern. It would certainly be ambiguous how to treat a relative who’s coming after such a long time. So I’ll also go to the Namgung Family Estate.”

 

“Is that really true!”

 

“Yes. I’m also curious about what kind of person Second Elder Brother is.”

 

There wasn’t much he could remember about him.

 

Since he had left the Namgung Family Estate at such a young age, there was no information itself.

 

So he couldn’t help but be curious.

 

“Then it’s decided. Let’s depart tomorrow.”

 

“Good. Let’s do that.”

 

The two looked at each other and nodded.

 

Namgung Hyeok then gathered the executives and told them he would briefly visit the family estate.

 

The only people he selected as escorts were So Yeon and a few members of her Special Operations Unit.

 

Since the Namgung Family’s Military Force would also be moving together anyway, there was no need to take so many people.

 

The next day.

 

“Well then, let’s depart.”

 

Namgung Hyeok and his party leisurely rode their horses.

 

Their destination was Hefei, Anhui Province.

 

It was where the Namgung Family Estate was located.

 

* * *

 

“Hyeok!”

 

Upon arriving at the Namgung Family Estate, Namgung Cheon, who had received word in advance, came out to welcome them.

 

Not only that, but the Pungwoon Unit and other subordinates under Namgung Hyeok also came out to welcome them with resounding voices.

 

“We greet the Third Young Master!”

 

“It’s been a long time, everyone.”

 

Namgung Hyeok received their greetings and smiled brightly.

 

“Has everything been well in the meantime?”

 

“Since the Demon Sword incident, there hasn’t been anything worth calling a major event. Rather, we’ve been busy with various matters to expand the family’s influence.”

 

“What kind of various matters do you mean?”

 

“We’ve been conducting our own diplomatic activities. We can’t remain a family that only has influence here in Anhui forever. We’ve expressed our intentions to work together with the Nine Sects One Gang and other Ten Great Families, as well as influential figures from various regions.”

 

“Inviting the warriors from Wudang Sect this time was also part of that intention, I suppose.”

 

“That’s right. Of course, I never thought Won would be among them.”

 

Namgung Cheon continued with a bitter tone.

 

“Did you find out anything about Won?”

 

“No. I don’t know the details.”

 

“Then let me explain. After Won entered Wudang Sect as a child, his talent was quickly recognized and he became an inner disciple of Wudang. In that process, he received the Taoist name Baek Hyeon.”

 

“Oh.”

 

“And he continued to succeed, eventually being selected as a disciple of the Taiji Sword Immortal, one of the Ten Great Masters. It’s an amazing story.”

 

“That’s certainly interesting.”

 

Namgung Hyeok’s eyes lit up.

 

He was selected as a disciple of one of the Ten Great Masters who exist in Wudang Sect?

 

This was certainly no ordinary matter.

 

‘Taiji Sword Immortal Cheon Uja.’

 

He was a remarkable warrior evaluated as being among the highest ranks even within the Ten Great Masters, alongside Shaolin’s Divine Monk.

 

The legends that Cheon Uja established when he once emerged in Jianghu were countless.

 

But to think that such a person’s true transmission was inherited by the second son of the Namgung Family – it couldn’t help but be amazing.

 

The fact that this had not been known until now was also remarkable.

 

“Elder Brother, did you know all along?”

 

“No, not really. I didn’t know until I investigated this time either. It seems Won thoroughly hid the fact that he was from the Namgung Family.”

 

“It seems his resentment toward the family was quite deep.”

 

“It must have been. He went to Wudang as if being driven away at such a young age…”

 

Namgung Cheon let out a sigh.

 

“Anyway, that Won is returning. I want to welcome him as warmly as possible.”

 

“What if Second Elder Brother rejects your goodwill?”

 

“I’ll have to understand. After all, it was the Previous Family Head… no, father who did wrong. Even if he holds resentment toward me, I plan to accept it as is. That’s my duty.”

 

“Well, it probably won’t create as cold an atmosphere as you’re thinking.”

 

“How can you be so certain?”

 

“If that had been his purpose from the beginning, he wouldn’t have accepted our invitation in the first place. But the fact that he came personally means he wants to establish relations with us.”

 

It was quite reasonable logic, so Namgung Cheon nodded after hearing those words.

 

“Hearing your words puts my mind somewhat at ease. But what if he came here to deliver words of resentment?”

 

“He’s someone who became a core member of Wudang, enough to become the Taiji Sword Immortal’s disciple. Would such a person commit acts that would arbitrarily bring harm to the Wudang Sect?”

 

“That’s true as well. If he wasn’t coming, he wouldn’t come, but the fact that he came means he has thoughts of talking with us.”

 

“And even if he harbors resentment, he would direct it toward Father, not extend that resentment to Elder Brother. After all, Elder Brother did nothing wrong.”

 

“Thank you for saying that. I feel somewhat more at ease.”

 

Namgung Cheon said with a gentle smile.

 

Namgung Hyeok asked with a curious expression.

 

“When are the people from Wudang Sect supposed to arrive?”

 

“Based on the message we received a few days ago, they should arrive within several days. Perhaps it could be today or tomorrow.”

 

“Not much time left then.”

 

“Right. That’s why we’ve already finished preparing the welcome ceremony in advance.”

 

He had indeed seen the busy family members on his way here, and the reason seemed to be exactly that.

 

“Family Head.”

 

Just then, one of the servants approached and bowed to Namgung Cheon.

 

“The Taoist masters from Wudang Sect have arrived.”

 

“Oh my.”

 

“Speak of the tiger and it shall appear.”

 

Namgung Hyeok chuckled and looked at Namgung Cheon as he spoke.

 

“Let’s go.”

 

“Right.”

 

The two left the reception room and headed outside.

 

In the distance, they could see people gathered near the main gate.

 

* * *

 

“Haha. It’s a pleasure to meet you. I am Jin Yul, an elder of Wudang Sect.”

 

“So you are Master Jin Yul. It’s an honor to meet you. I am Namgung Cheon, the head of the Namgung Family.”

 

Namgung Cheon had now become quite skilled at entertaining guests.

 

He greeted Jin Yul and continued their harmonious conversation.

 

“I want to express our gratitude for inviting the warriors of our sect like this. Our connection will become a solid bridgehead between our two sects.”

 

“We have always admired the lofty name of Wudang. So we too would like to express our gratitude for accepting our invitation like this.”

 

“Haha. I’m truly grateful that you think of us that way. Ah, my introduction was delayed. These are our disciples. Baek Hyeon, come give your greetings.”

 

“…”

 

At the mention of Baek Hyeon, the atmosphere on both sides became slightly tense.

 

Especially the reaction from the Namgung Family side was filled with nervousness.

 

They watched with trembling eyes as a young man stepped forward.

 

He was a spirited and handsome young man who anyone would say was good-looking.

 

Baek Hyeon cupped his fists toward Namgung Cheon, who was looking at him with complex eyes.

 

“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Family Head. My name is Baek Hyeon. These are fellow disciples from the same generation as me.”

 

“Won-ah…”

 

“It’s Baek Hyeon, Family Head.”

 

Baek Hyeon emphasized once more with a firm voice.

 

As if he wouldn’t tolerate being called by any other name.

 

Namgung Cheon closed his eyes tightly, then nodded his head.

 

“Welcome to the Namgung Family Estate, Taoists. This is my younger brother, Namgung Hyeok.”

 

“…!”

 

This time it was Baek Hyeon’s eyes that changed.

 

No, it wasn’t just Baek Hyeon. All those who came from Wudang Sect looked at Namgung Hyeok with searching eyes.

 

In response, Namgung Hyeok smiled broadly and said.

 

“You all seem quite interested in me. To have such focused attention.”

 

“Hehe. How could we not be interested? You’re someone who monopolizes the attention of the entire Central Plains.”

 

Jin Yul said with a raised corner of his mouth.

 

His words were true.

 

What kind of person was Namgung Hyeok?

 

He was the one who returned alive from the battlefield against the Northern Tribes and normalized the declining Namgung Family, saving them from crisis.

 

In that process, he repeatedly crushed the powerful Evil Path Alliance forces, ultimately tearing them apart north and south, and after destroying Seonghwa Sect, he swept away all the Yangtze Water Bandits in his territory.

 

On top of that, during the conquest of Jiangsu region, he brought countless enemies including Makriseoga to their knees.

 

All of this was accomplished in just a few years.

 

The world spared no words in calling Namgung Hyeok, given his young age, the greatest Rising Star of the current era.

 

“It’s only because good comrades joined me and luck followed that it turned out that way. Compared to Wudang Sect’s reputation, I’m still insignificant.”

 

“Very modest words indeed. But as they say, excessive courtesy is discourtesy. If someone like you humbles yourself, there would be no one in the world who could reveal themselves.”

 

Jin Yul said with a bright smile.

 

Those around nodded their heads as if agreeing with his words.

 

“Well then, let’s go inside for now. We’ve prepared a banquet for our guests, so it would be good to enjoy the banquet, relieve your fatigue, and continue our unfinished conversations.”

 

As the conversation seemed to be getting lengthy, Namgung Cheon intervened at the right moment.

 

Just as Jin Yul was about to respond favorably to those words.

 

Suddenly Baek Hyeon stepped forward and spoke.

 

“Family Head. Thank you for preparing a banquet for us like this. It may not be much of a return gesture, but would you accept one request to enliven the banquet?”

 

“A request?”

 

“A good banquet should have entertainment, shouldn’t it? I’d like to create a small spectacle while everyone enjoys the banquet.”

 

“In what way?”

 

“I’ll speak directly. I want to have a martial duel with Flame Dragon Young Hero here.”

 

“…!”

 

At that, everyone present showed surprised expressions.

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