The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 173

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 173

 

“St-stop them!”

 

One of the Eom Family warriors shouted urgently, but it was useless.

 

The aura of those approaching was too intense.

 

The charge of the elites led by Namgung Hyeok.

 

It burned through everything that stood in its way like wildfire.

 

“Aaaahhh!”

 

Screams erupted from all around.

 

But even so, the Sacred Fire Sect disciples’ advance showed no signs of stopping.

 

“The Sect Master is with us!”

 

“Push forward!”

 

Because they had Namgung Hyeok with them.

 

A legendary warrior who had led the Sacred Fire Gate and recorded an undefeated myth.

 

As long as such a sect master was with them, they were practically invincible.

 

“Retreat! Retreat!”

 

“We can’t stop this! Run!”

 

The warriors of the Seol Family, Eom Family, and Heavenly Demon Sect now realized they couldn’t stop them.

 

Their numbers were certainly greater, but the attacks of the frenzied Sacred Fire Sect disciples were fierce.

 

Most of all…

 

‘What kind of training do they usually receive?’

 

‘Their unity is incredible.’

 

They were performing group combat very well.

 

The fighting style of forming teams to help each other was useful not only for defense but also for offense.

 

It resembled the formations used in the military.

 

Because Namgung Hyeok had brought what he used on the battlefield and applied it directly.

 

In the end.

 

“They’re retreating!”

 

“Waaahhhhh!”

 

The warriors in the rear guard began to retreat first, and those on the front lines also couldn’t withstand the pressure and attempted to save themselves.

 

They began fleeing in disorder.

 

But that was the wrong choice.

 

The moment when the most casualties occur on the battlefield is precisely when fleeing.

 

This time was no different.

 

“Kugh!”

 

“Kyaaahhh!”

 

Those who were fleeing were quickly caught up to and had to face the blades of the Sacred Fire Sect disciples.

 

The number was truly considerable.

 

The Seol Family executives who witnessed the casualties from afar fled in panic, fearing they might be caught too.

 

Among them was the Young Family Head, Seol Wonhu.

 

And.

 

“If you were injured, you should have withdrawn from battle.”

 

“You, bastard…!”

 

“Sorry, but this is the end. I’ll pray for your soul.”

 

Swish!

 

Around the same time, Jeon Wook’s sword struck Seo Ryeong’s neck.

 

It was a swift attack that left no time to feel pain.

 

“That side seems to be finished.”

 

“These useless fools…!”

 

Meanwhile, Eom Jopyeong, who still had stamina remaining, gritted his teeth as he observed the battle situation.

 

He and Lee Cheolgun were fighting in a precarious balance.

 

But he knew well that Lee Cheolgun held the advantage over him.

 

He wasn’t pressing him hard because he wanted to enjoy this fight.

 

‘This is still allied territory, but if things continue like this, I might be captured or killed.’

 

His mind raced quickly.

 

At the same time, his instincts were telling him.

 

Now was the time to retreat.

 

So Eom Jopyeong immediately took action.

 

He crossed his twin axes and unleashed a powerful strike at Lee Cheolgun.

 

“Hooh!”

 

Crash!

 

Lee Cheolgun’s body was pushed back by the shockwave as he swung his sword with apparent interest.

 

“Kugh!”

 

Having forcibly circulated his qi, his Eight Extraordinary Meridians throughout his body seemed to scream.

 

But even so, Eom Jopyeong didn’t miss this opportunity when Lee Cheolgun was pushed back slightly.

 

Thwack!

 

He immediately threw another axe and deployed a movement technique for retreat.

 

“Your escape skills are first-rate.”

 

Lee Cheolgun said calmly as he deflected the flying axe. He didn’t pursue forcefully and leisurely observed the battle situation.

 

Two battles that occurred in just half a day.

 

But both resulted in overwhelming victories.

 

And by the hands of the Sacred Fire Sect, no less.

 

‘Even though they said they brought elite forces…’

 

Being able to achieve such victory was Namgung Hyeok’s accomplishment.

 

Without him, the Sacred Fire Sect disciples couldn’t have become this strong, and powerful warriors like Lee Cheolgun, Jeon Wook, and So Yeon wouldn’t be affiliated with the Sacred Fire Sect either.

 

The existence that became everyone’s center.

 

That was exactly Namgung Hyeok. Though he had once been an enemy, he could only say this was truly remarkable.

 

“You’ve worked hard.”

 

That Namgung Hyeok approached Jeon Wook and Lee Cheolgun and spoke.

 

“Lord. Are you injured anywhere?”

 

“I only fought in relatively safe places. What about you guys?”

 

“I’m fine.”

 

“Same here.”

 

Jeon Wook and Lee Cheolgun answered simultaneously.

 

Namgung Hyeok nodded as if he had expected as much.

 

It was an action that strongly conveyed his belief that these two wouldn’t have been defeated by enemies of this level.

 

“Now get some proper rest. There won’t be any enemy attacks for a while.”

 

“True, after taking such a beating, they won’t attack right away.”

 

“Even if they’re thinking of infiltrating with that in mind, they’ll lack the actual manpower.”

 

A situation where more than half of the nearly thousand enemies had died or been taken prisoner.

 

Moreover, they had suffered losses not just once but across two battles, so no matter how many enemies there were, this couldn’t be ignored.

 

Unless they pulled troops from other front lines, further raids would be impossible.

 

‘And receiving additional troops means that defenses in other areas become weaker.’

 

If they struck at that gap, they could inflict considerable damage on the enemies again.

 

Of course, this required the premise that the allied forces could defend this place well.

 

“Seonghwa Gate Master. The Small Palace Master and Elder Bing are looking for you.”

 

Just then, one of the Bing Family warriors came and spoke respectfully.

 

It seemed they had something to discuss regarding the post-battle cleanup.

 

Namgung Hyeok nodded as if he understood and followed behind him.

 

* * *

 

At the same time.

 

“Damn it all!”

 

Thud!

 

There was someone venting his anger by violently stomping on the snow field.

 

His identity was none other than Eom Jopyeong, who had fled from the battlefield with all his might.

 

He cursed as he looked at his allied forces, which were now only about half of what they had been initially.

 

“What the hell were you bastards doing! We had far superior numbers, yet you were pushed back so pathetically!”

 

“….”

 

The subordinates listening to his words had to struggle to hold back their desire to argue.

 

They too had plenty to say.

 

The so-called supreme commander had been tied up by just one person throughout the entire fight, unable to do anything…

 

And then he had fled alone without even properly giving a retreat order.

 

But none of them among those present had the guts to voice such words in front of Eom Jopyeong.

 

“Damn it! These worthless bastards!”

 

In any case, Eom Jopyeong was the head of the Eom Family, one of the Five Great Families.

 

Among those gathered there, he was the strongest master.

 

Unless other family heads or masters of equivalent level came, they couldn’t place blame on him.

 

“I can’t let it end like this. First, I’ll reorganize the remaining personnel and call for reinforcements.”

 

Eom Jopyeong said this as he slumped into a chair prepared in the military barracks.

 

He was reviewing the fight he had just engaged in.

 

What would have happened if the battle had continued as it was?

 

‘Nine times out of ten, my head would have been severed.’

 

Thinking this way made his spine feel chilled.

 

But at the same time, he felt frustrated. His pride was wounded that he had been pushed back by a mere Central Plains person.

 

‘Lee Cheolgun, and Namgung Hyeok…!’

 

His teeth ground together as he recalled the faces of his enemies.

 

To the point where he wanted to somehow get revenge next time.

 

But how could he do it?

 

He had confirmed that his martial arts couldn’t reach those two people.

 

It was when he was deeply lost in thought.

 

“F-Family Head. I have something to report!”

 

One of the Eom Family’s subordinates urgently sought him out.

 

Eom Jopyeong looked at his subordinate with sharp eyes.

 

He didn’t like how they came looking for him when he had said he wanted to be alone.

 

“What is it.”

 

But instead of showing irritation, he asked about their business.

 

He thought there must be a reason for them to come so urgently.

 

“A guest is coming right now!”

 

“What?”

 

“It, it seems like they’re looking for you, Family Head… Huk!”

 

The subordinate was terrified and couldn’t continue speaking.

 

Because beside him was now a woman with a long scar on her cheek.

 

Was she around middle age?

 

She was a woman who exuded an extremely deep and solemn atmosphere.

 

Eom Jopyeong let out a groan.

 

Because he knew the identity of his opponent.

 

‘Snow Mountain Demon Lord Ye Sorin…!’

 

She was a famous warrior who was originally a runaway disciple from the Seolsan Sect and had devoted herself to the Heavenly Demon Sect.

 

Her rank within the Heavenly Demon Sect was within the top fifty.

 

Considering that the number of warriors belonging to the Xinjiang Heavenly Demon Sect exceeded ten thousand, she was a tremendous figure.

 

Moreover, she was the person in charge of the Heavenly Demon Sect members that the Demonic Cult had sent to the Northern Sea Ice Palace.

 

But for such a person to come looking for him like this meant…

 

“Master Eom.”

 

A voice as cold as a snowstorm called out to Eom Jopyeong.

 

“I heard that two executives who came with me lost their lives today. What happened?”

 

“Th-that is…”

 

Eom Jopyeong became slightly flustered.

 

Of course, their deaths weren’t his fault, but he still bore some responsibility for it.

 

But if he said that, wouldn’t he be attacked by the Snow Mountain Demon Lord?

 

However, he couldn’t lie or keep his mouth shut.

 

There were many who had experienced today’s events together, and if they opened their mouths, the truth would be revealed anyway.

 

“The Hancheol Mine here was seized. In that process, your subordinates died.”

 

Therefore, Eom Jopyeong honestly confessed all the facts.

 

Contrary to his expectation that a scolding would return, the Snow Mountain Demon Lord was quiet.

 

“Hmm. So the Sacred Fire Gate’s strength was at that level.”

 

She closed her eyes as if pondering something deeply.

 

Eom Jopyeong looked at her tensely, and soon she opened her eyes and spoke.

 

“It seems we need to devise countermeasures against them. Until now, the damage has been within acceptable limits, but if we leave them alone any longer, we might suffer great losses.”

 

“Th-that means you’ll punish the Sacred Fire Gate?”

 

“Not immediately. We need to make plans and lure them to a battlefield advantageous to us. Master Eom, are you interested?”

 

“…I’m interested.”

 

He also explained about Lee Cheolgun, who had fought him on equal terms.

 

Along with saying he definitely wanted to defeat that man.

 

A cold smile appeared on the Snow Mountain Demon Lord’s lips as she listened to the story.

 

“Indeed. If the opponent is the former Evil Path Alliance Leader of the Central Plains, it’s understandable that you couldn’t handle him. But you still want revenge?”

 

“That’s right. This isn’t a personal matter but one involving the Eom Family’s pride.”

 

“Hehe. You’re wrapping personal grudges as family matters. But fine. It’s better for us if someone takes charge of dealing with a force like Lee Cheolgun.”

 

The Snow Mountain Demon Lord took out an elixir from her bosom and handed it over.

 

“Take this.”

 

“What is this?”

 

“It’s called the Mad Demon Pill. It’s a Spirit Pill that greatly amplifies internal energy and physical abilities in exchange for making your personality a bit eccentric for a certain period.”

 

“Su-such an item…!”

 

“The side effects aren’t severe, so don’t worry. At most, you’ll need to rest for a few days after the effects wear off. But if you use this, Master Eom, you’ll be able to draw out your potential.”

 

“…!”

 

“Whether you use it or not is up to you. I personally dislike forcing things. Whether you throw it away or use it, do as you please.”

 

The Snow Mountain Demon Lord said this while leisurely crossing her arms.

 

Eom Jopyeong fell into deep contemplation over the elixir.

 

Could he trust the Snow Mountain Demon Lord’s words? No, it would only be used once, so wouldn’t it be fine?

 

‘Lee Cheolgun. If only I could defeat that bastard.’

 

His resolve was set. Eom Jopyeong carefully put the elixir into his bosom.

 

Seeing this, the Snow Mountain Demon Lord smiled.

 

She grinned and said.

 

“Good choice. If your real skills aren’t enough, you should borrow the power of a Spirit Pill.”

 

“Is that all you needed? If so, I’d like you to leave.”

 

“Haha! It’s not over yet. Would you like to hear if you’re curious? I’m devising a plan for revenge against the Sacred Fire Gate.”

 

“Revenge against the Sacred Fire Gate…”

 

“That’s right. First, I’m thinking of starting with basic sowing discord strategy.”

 

The Snow Mountain Demon Lord explained with a mysterious smile.

 

Eom Jopyeong asked with eyes full of doubt.

 

“Will such a one-dimensional method really work? It seems like it would only heighten their vigilance.”

 

“There’s no need to deal with them in one move. We just need to shake their unity. Our people who have infiltrated the Northern Sea Ice Palace will respond accordingly.”

 

The next day.

 

A letter sent in the name of the Seol Family arrived at the Northern Sea Ice Palace.

 

It was a letter with contents promising a ceasefire if they handed over the Sacred Fire Sect disciples to them.

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