The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 192

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 192

After the Ha Clan’s forces withdrew.

Lee Cheolgun launched what could truly be called a fierce assault.

Anyone watching might have thought he was being reckless.

He spared no effort and swept through the Southern Sado Alliance’s occupied territories in an instant.

“Block him!”

“I’ll reward whoever kills that bastard with gold ingots!”

Of course, the Southern Sado Alliance didn’t just stand idle either.

They displayed sickening tenacity to block Lee Cheolgun’s advance as much as possible.

They seemed willing to accept a certain degree of casualties.

‘Are they that reluctant to lose their influence over Zhejiang Province?’

No, that couldn’t be the only reason.

Lee Cheolgun chuckled as he swung his sword.

‘They’re most likely trying to prove to their sponsors that they’re still useful through this battle.’

Those sponsors were none other than the Four Directions Sect.

The evil cult group that had greatly influenced the establishment of the Southern Sado Alliance.

They had been indirectly controlling this region along with the Hyeoltian Sect that controlled the Northern Four Islands Alliance.

But with the Northern Four Islands Alliance destroyed and the Hyeoltian Sect abandoning their support…

‘Perhaps the Southern Sado Alliance thought the same thing might happen to them.’

If that happened, they would be finished.

Without the backing of the Four Directions Sect, the Southern Sado Alliance could never handle the New Sado Alliance backed by the Seonghwa Sect.

“Isn’t that right, Gate Master Jong?”

“Lee Cheolgun…!”

At Lee Cheolgun’s words containing his speculation, the Southern Sado Alliance Leader, Red Demon Gate Master Jongjeong Ho, glared at Lee Cheolgun with a fierce expression.

The two had already engaged in fierce combat once.

Due to fighting without holding back, both sides were covered in tattered wounds.

“What would a dog of the Seonghwa Sect know to be spouting such nonsense!”

“Heh heh. As you said, I am a dog of the Seonghwa Sect. A very faithful dog at that.”

Though it was meant as an insult, Lee Cheolgun seemed completely unbothered.

He spoke with fierce gleaming eyes.

“I owe that friend Namgung Hyeok quite a lot. I plan to bark when he tells me to bark, and bite when he tells me to bite. As a warrior, shouldn’t I repay the kindness I’ve received?”

“What? To become a hunting dog for such a mere young brat, you have no pride…!”

“Woof woof.”

Lee Cheolgun made barking sounds as he swung the ten-thousand-year cold iron sword he had obtained from the Northern Sea Ice Palace.

A dark-colored sword energy flashed and struck one of Jongjeong Ho’s vital points.

Jongjeong Ho gritted his teeth and defended, then immediately counterattacked.

Clang!

Lee Cheolgun immediately twisted his sword to block and grinned wickedly.

Jongjeong Ho felt fear for a moment. Lee Cheolgun had become stronger than he had imagined during his time at the Seonghwa Sect.

“Let me correct one thing. Seonghwa Gate Master Namgung Hyeok is not the mere young brat you think he is.”

Lee Cheolgun spoke leisurely as he let his sword hang loose.

“He is already a giant who can shake this entire murim. He’s a big shot that washed-up people like you and me can’t even compare to.”

“What are you…!”

“At first, I too only planned to pretend to follow him for revenge. But that guy recognized the value of someone who had once been his enemy and used me importantly. In the end, he even gifted me this precious sword. Isn’t he quite merciful?”

“You wag your tail at him for such a trivial reason!”

“Haha. That’s right. If I’m going to wag my tail anyway, wouldn’t it make sense to wag it for a master who treats me well? Especially if that person is such a promising young man.”

Sado Alliance Leader Lee Cheolgun’s sword flashed again.

Swish!

A thin line was drawn across Jongjeong Ho’s shoulder and blood spurted out.

Jongjeong Ho staggered back several steps.

Seeing this, Lee Cheolgun muttered calmly.

“That friend Namgung Hyeok will become even greater. I think if anyone could unify the murim, it would be him. I mean that sincerely.”

“You madman! Do you think unifying the murim is some dog’s name?”

“Of course it will be quite a difficult path. Unifying the murim isn’t something that can be achieved through force alone. But even so, I believe. That’s how much I trust the abilities of that friend called Namgung Hyeok.”

Once again the sword danced. Several small wounds appeared on Jongjeong Ho’s body.

His eyes widened greatly. Now he had to make a choice.

“So for his sake, it would be better to clear away anyone who might become an obstacle in his path.”

“Damn it!”

Jongjeong Ho felt the sincere killing intent emanating from Lee Cheolgun and fled.

He did so without even giving a retreat order to his allies still fighting nearby.

He used his lightness skill purely to survive.

“Ryo, Alliance Leader!?”

“The enemy leader is retreating!”

“Press the attack! Don’t let a single one escape!”

“Uwaaaaaaah!”

The morale of both allied and enemy forces changed visibly at this sight.

Lee Cheolgun didn’t recklessly pursue Jongjeong Ho, but instead commanded his allies to attack the Southern Sado Alliance forces.

Thus, after half a day.

New Sado Alliance Leader Lee Cheolgun was able to drive out all enemies from Zhejiang Province.

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The victory report that Lee Cheolgun sent was delivered to Namgung Hyeok through Jeon Seogu.

Namgung Hyeok was delighted to hear the news.

It confirmed that his idea of using the New Sado Alliance to eliminate the Southern Sado Alliance’s influence was correct.

“What remains now is whether we can push back the Southern Sado Alliance with this momentum?”

“It will probably be difficult to do so immediately.”

“That’s what I thought too.”

Namgung Hyeok nodded at So Geomlip’s words.

Even he thought it would be too much.

First, there had been considerable losses from defeating the enemies in Zhejiang Province…

‘And attacking deep into enemy territory is a different matter entirely.’

If they advanced toward Fujian Province from here, it would be no different from throwing their forces away.

If that happened, they might lose the advantage they had finally secured.

In that case, it would be better to stop and reorganize first.

“Ryeonju isn’t a fool either, so he won’t overextend himself here.”

“I think so too. He’ll probably take time to discipline his internal affairs.”

“A stalemate will continue for a while then. If there’s a variable, it would be the Four Directions Sect…”

“Would they come to the forefront just because the Southern Sado Alliance is being pushed back?”

“I can’t be certain, but I don’t think we need to worry too much.”

“Why is that?”

“Because if they were going to act, they would have done so long ago.”

“Indeed. That’s true too.”

From the Four Directions Sect’s perspective, it would have been much better to handle things before they reached this point.

The fact that they still hadn’t appeared meant they intended to continue observing.

In a way, they were doing exactly the same thing as the Hyeoltian Sect that had controlled the Northern Four Islands Alliance. Of course, they probably had their own thoughts about it.

“We should also strengthen our internal foundation during this time. With the absorption of Hangzhou, we have more territory to manage.”

“The public sentiment in Hangzhou itself seems to have completely turned to our side. Not only the common people, but the officials and local influential figures are also eager to join hands with us.”

“So Yeon did well with her work. We’ll focus on connecting the logistics between Jiangsu Province and Zhejiang Province. Once we establish the flow, money will follow naturally.”

“Yes. I’ll speak well to the Yeomhwa Trading Company as well.”

The two exchanged ideas back and forth as they made plans for the future.

It was then.

“Sect Master. Someone who wishes to meet you has come.”

A disciple from the Fire Sword Faction bowed respectfully and made his report.

“Me?”

Interest appeared on Namgung Hyeok’s face.

It wasn’t strange that someone wanted to meet him.

Dozens of such people came every day.

But most were worthless riffraff not worth meeting, so they were usually filtered out appropriately.

But for a direct report to come like this?

“Must be someone famous?”

“Not exactly. However…”

“However?”

“It seems like they might be from the Seongchang Faction you’ve been looking for.”

“…!”

Namgung Hyeok’s eyes sharpened as he rose from his seat.

He immediately gave an order.

“Guide them in.”

“Yes.”

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Guided by the disciple, Namgung Hyeok found the guest room where the visitor was staying.

“You’ve arrived.”

Jeon Wook was already there waiting.

It seemed he was the one who had ordered the report to be made to Namgung Hyeok.

“Someone from the Seongchang Faction came?”

“Yes. He introduced himself as such.”

“Proof?”

“Not yet. However, he seems to be a warrior of considerable level.”

“I see.”

That was enough.

When Jeon Wook said someone was considerable, it meant they were exceptionally skilled by ordinary standards.

Namgung Hyeok opened the door to the guest room and entered.

Was he barely twenty years old?

The man who had been calmly brewing tea leaves looked at Namgung Hyeok and rose from his seat.

“You must be the master of this place.”

“Then you must be the self-proclaimed member of the Seongchang Faction.”

“That’s correct. I’m called Song Ha.”

“I’m Namgung Hyeok.”

Namgung Hyeok said this and assessed his opponent who had introduced himself as Song Ha.

‘Definitely a warrior who uses a spear.’

It wasn’t just because there was a spear leaning beside him.

You could tell from the development of the muscles he primarily used.

Moreover, looking at the well-contained energy that wasn’t leaking out…

‘I understand why Jeon Wook said he was considerable.’

This man called Song Ha was undoubtedly a master of significant skill.

The fact that he introduced himself as being from the Seongchang Faction.

And considering his level, his identity was…

“You must be the Red Flame Spear.”

Song Ha showed a surprised expression as if hit right on target.

“How did you know?”

“Our sect’s intelligence network is quite excellent. I’ve long known that a warrior called Red Flame Spear was presumed to be a member of the Seongchang Faction.”

“Indeed, worthy of someone who rebuilt the Seonghwa Sect in such a short time.”

“So? What business does the Red Flame Spear have in seeking me out?”

“I came because there’s something I’d like to request of the true master of the Seonghwa Sect.”

“A request?”

“Yes.”

Song Ha nodded his head respectfully.

“If you grant this request, our Seongchang Faction is prepared to submit to the Seonghwa Sect.”

“Ho. You must have considerable influence within the Seongchang Faction to make such a promise?”

“Yes.”

Namgung Hyeok gazed at him and said.

“Then let’s hear what this request is.”

“But before that, I’d like to go through one confirmation process.”

“What do you mean?”

“I’d like to confirm whether you are truly the master of the Seonghwa Sect.”

“What!”

“Such insolence…”

So Geomlip and Jeon Wook on both sides instantly erupted in anger.

They glared at Song Ha without hiding their chilling killing intent.

But Song Ha only flinched momentarily before remaining composed.

Rather, he was withstanding that killing intent while seeking Namgung Hyeok’s answer.

“Enough.”

Namgung Hyeok raised his hand and dispersed the two men’s killing intent.

“When a precious guest has come, it’s not proper etiquette to greet them like this.”

“However, Lord…”

“He didn’t say anything unreasonable, did he? Naturally, if he’s a descendant of the Seongchang Faction, he’d be curious about my skills. Especially if he’s considering submission.”

“Thank you for understanding.”

“Think nothing of it.”

Namgung Hyeok smiled and pointed at Song Ha’s spear.

“Take that and follow me to the training ground.”

His eyes curved sharply.

“I’ll let you experience what Sacred Fire truly is.”

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