The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 196

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 196

Jin Hyeyeon showed a tense expression at Namgung Hyeok’s words.

“What kind of deal are you referring to?”

“It’s simple. In exchange for handing over these men, I’d like the Martial Alliance to help us out a little.”

“When you say help…”

“First, I’d like to borrow some swift horses and provisions, as well as suitable positions to conceal our identities.”

“Horses and provisions can be provided without any problem. But regarding identities, why do you need that?”

“To prepare for troublesome fellows who might follow us. If they know I’ve entered the martial world, there won’t be just one or two who’ll be sharpening their blades.”

Jin Hyeyeon nodded as if she understood.

“That’s certainly true.”

Namgung Hyeok had readily revealed his identity to Jin Hyeyeon and the ship owner, but that was only because they were allies or people under Seonghwa Sect’s influence.

But if he did the same with other people?

‘There’s a high chance enemies who think it’s an opportunity will come looking.’

He wasn’t afraid of them, but troublesome was still troublesome.

So Namgung Hyeok intended to create a new identity and use that.

“Also, I want to obtain information about a demon leader called Baekgol Magoon. Everything from what characteristics he has to where he is and what he’s doing.”

“Baekgol Magoon… I understand. I’ll do my best to cooperate.”

Jin Hyeyeon nodded.

This was a deal that wouldn’t cause much loss for the Martial Alliance either.

To be able to put none other than Namgung Hyeok in their debt…

Even if she wanted to refuse, she couldn’t. Moreover, they had already received his help, making it even more so.

“Then the deal is established. I’ll be counting on you.”

“Yes. I’ll be counting on you as well. However, to obtain the information you want, you’ll need to come with us to the Martial Alliance headquarters. Would that be alright?”

“That’s fine. But I won’t be able to stay long.”

There wasn’t time to leisurely stay in one place.

Just a brief moment to obtain information would be sufficient.

“It’s reassuring that the Seonghwa Gate Master will be accompanying us.”

She smiled as if she truly thought so.

She had seen Namgung Hyeok’s martial power with her own two eyes.

Even if an enemy stronger than the bandit they had fought this time came attacking, with Namgung Hyeok there, she wouldn’t be afraid.

“Still, it would be good to tell the ship owner to increase the boat’s speed. Just in case.”

“Of course. Let’s do as you say.”

“Then I’ll leave the cleanup to you.”

“Yes. Leave it to me.”

Namgung Hyeok nodded and returned to the cabin.

Jin Hyeyeon, who remained on deck, changed her expression and began ruthlessly destroying the dantians of the surviving enemies. For a while, the ship deck was filled with the screams of the Blood Heaven Cult members.

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Several days later.

“Then take care.”

“Ship owner, you be careful on your way back too.”

Namgung Hyeok’s group disembarked with the prisoners.

Contrary to expectations, fortunately there were no additional attacks.

It seemed that even Sasado, who was behind this incident, hadn’t thought the bandits would fail.

“I’ll escort you to the Martial Alliance.”

Jin Hyeyeon spoke to Namgung Hyeok in a respectful voice, then left the dock and headed toward the Martial Alliance headquarters.

“Kugh!”

The prisoners who realized they had come to the middle of enemy territory tried to escape, but.

“Anyone who leaves formation or tries to flee will be cut down immediately.”

They had to give up on escaping after hearing Jin Hyeyeon’s deadly warning. No one wanted to die as an example.

Had about half a day passed like this?

“This is the place.”

The group was able to arrive at the Martial Alliance headquarters.

The appearance of that place was as magnificent as when they had visited before.

“I’ll escort you inside. Please follow me.”

Jin Hyeyeon, who had handed over the prisoners to the warriors inside the Martial Alliance, carefully guided Namgung Hyeok’s group.

“Isn’t that the Young Lady of Red Tiger Butterfly?”

“I heard she went out on a mission…”

“Who are the people with her?”

From various places, the murmuring voices of people who recognized Jin Hyeyeon could be heard.

But she ignored such reactions and headed inside.

“Please wait here for a moment. I’ll just make a report and come back to give you the information you’re looking for.”

Jin Hyeyeon brought the three people to a separate residence prepared for distinguished guests and disappeared somewhere.

She returned shortly after.

But she wasn’t alone.

“Hehe, have you been well?”

An elderly man with white hair entered the room with her.

Namgung Hyeok’s eyes lit up upon seeing him.

A sharp and intense aura like a sword blade.

This energy that spread subtly around without needing to show off was very familiar.

“I greet the Alliance Leader.”

Namgung Hyeok greeted with a cupped fist salute.

Murim Alliance Leader Dokgo Ryong chuckled and accepted the greeting.

“It’s been a long time, Flame Dragon. No… I should call you Seonghwa Gate Master now.”

“Have you been well all this time?”

“I’ve been the same as always. Haha, rather than me, from the rumors I’ve heard, it seems you’ve lived much more busily?”

“There have been various matters over the past few years.”

He had become independent from the Namgung Family Estate to first establish Seonghwa Sect, and after that devoted himself to expansion.

With so many things happening in the meantime…

It was true that Namgung Hyeok had lived busily.

“But what brings you here?”

“Hehe, my friend. The Martial Alliance is my domain. When a guest comes to my domain, naturally I should come visit, shouldn’t I? Especially if it’s such a precious guest like you.”

“That’s an honor. I never expected the Alliance Leader to say such things.”

“How could you not know. Aren’t we comrades in arms? I still feel like the memories of fighting against the northern nomadic tribes with you were just yesterday.”

“I feel the same way.”

Namgung Hyeok smiled broadly.

Sword Emperor Dokgo Ryong.

He wasn’t affiliated with the military like Namgung Hyeok, but he was definitely one of his comrades.

‘If this person hadn’t blocked the northern masters, our allied forces’ casualties would have been much greater.’

Although he had to return due to circumstances in the Martial Alliance during the war, the number of people saved because of him was considerable.

Even his own unit had received help several times.

So Namgung Hyeok’s favorable feelings toward Dokgo Ryong were substantial.

Of course, it was the same on Dokgo Ryong’s side as well.

“Honestly, if it were up to my heart, I’d like to hold a banquet for you, but…”

“I’ll have to decline that. We need to leave soon.”

“I heard about that. Besides, given the complicated circumstances of the alliance these days, it would be difficult anyway.”

“Is there some kind of trouble?”

“There are many matters to attend to. You know this as well, don’t you? How the Heavenly Demon Sect has been running rampant lately, causing trouble here and there.”

Namgung Hyeok nodded his head.

He himself had just fought against them in the Northern Sea and achieved victory.

Assuming they were causing the same kind of chaos elsewhere, it was only natural that the Martial Alliance would consider them a troublesome problem.

“That’s not all. The Ten Great Noble Houses, led by the Zhuge Family, are scheming to create their own power base and escape from the Martial Alliance’s shadow, and from the Northern Region comes rumors that Tooshin is once again reorganizing his forces and preparing for another invasion.”

“…!”

Namgung Hyeok’s eyes widened as he listened to the story.

“Is that really true?”

“It’s fact. I heard it directly from a high-ranking general of the Imperial Palace.”

“To think that bastard is trying to become active again….”

Namgung Hyeok’s expression became more serious than ever before.

Tooshin of the Northern Region.

He was the hero of the nomadic tribes who had unified the various scattered forces, possessing monstrous martial power and leadership abilities.

He was also the one who had commanded the previous invasion from the front lines.

And now that terrifying existence was trying to reveal his ambitions once again?

Even for Namgung Hyeok, this was information that couldn’t be ignored.

If he started another war, he would certainly cause damage incomparable to something like the Heavenly Demon Sect.

“Great General Han Yusin is strengthening vigilance against the Northern Region. Because of that, things are incredibly busy over there right now. This is just a possibility, but perhaps… they might come looking for you. Asking for help, that is.”

“….”

“During the last war, it was the unit you led that dealt a major blow to the forces commanded by Tooshin, wasn’t it? It’s only natural.”

At Dokgo Ryong’s words, Jin Hyeyeon and Song Ha looked at Namgung Hyeok with shocked expressions.

They knew that Namgung Hyeok had been active on the battlefield.

Hero of the Northern Region.

That was a very famous epithet used to describe Namgung Hyeok.

But to think he had earned that title by annihilating the forces of Tooshin, the king of the Northern Region….

Those who didn’t know exactly how the war had unfolded couldn’t help but be surprised.

Since this was classified information, it was secret history that was difficult to hear about anywhere.

“Enough of old stories. It’s certainly an important matter, but it doesn’t seem like something to worry about right now.”

Namgung Hyeok looked at Dokgo Ryong and spoke directly.

As if to say there was no need to continue this conversation any further.

Dokgo Ryong nodded as if he would accept Namgung Hyeok’s wishes.

He smiled awkwardly and opened his mouth.

“Meeting you after so long, I got carried away with old memories. I’m sorry.”

“Not at all. Thanks to you, I also obtained good information.”

The information that Tooshin of the Northern Region might become active again.

This was very meaningful information for Namgung Hyeok.

‘He’s the one who took many things away from me.’

Of course, Namgung Hyeok wouldn’t abandon the current Seonghwa Sect and recklessly head north to stop him….

But just in case, they might face each other again someday.

And Tooshin was the enemy who had taken precious people away from Namgung Hyeok.

If they met again… he would rightfully take his head.

Killing intent swirled around Namgung Hyeok’s expression as he thought this.

“Ahem, I wonder if I shouldn’t have brought up unnecessary topics.”

Dokgo Ryong saw that atmosphere and cleared his throat.

Namgung Hyeok shook his head.

“Not at all. More importantly, would you be able to grant what we requested through Young Lady Jin Hyeyeon?”

“Ah, you mean the false identities and information about Baekgol Magoon? Of course. Actually, I came here to explain that.”

Dokgo Ryong held out three human skin masks and identity tokens.

“What’s this?”

“These are identity tokens given to our alliance’s inspectors. If you use them together with the human skin masks, no one will think you’re the Seonghwa Gate Master.”

Of course, that’s only if you don’t display martial arts with obvious characteristics.

Dokgo Ryong muttered this and continued speaking.

“Martial Alliance inspectors have quite a lot of authority. With just these, you can even request help from nearby Martial Alliance branches. If you find yourself in a situation where you can use them, don’t hesitate to do so.”

“Thank you. But is it alright for you to give me something like this?”

“Haha. If I can’t even do something like this as an alliance leader, wouldn’t that be embarrassing? Of course, it’ll get noisy if we’re caught, but don’t worry about that much.”

His tone suggested he didn’t care even if his own position might be diminished.

Namgung Hyeok bowed his head to him in gratitude. Seeing this, Dokgo Ryong smiled broadly and continued speaking.

“And next is information about Baekgol Magoon. This is information we’ve obtained relatively recently as well.”

Dokgo Ryong spread out a map he had brought and pointed to one location.

“Baekgol Magoon, he’s said to be in Sichuan right now.”

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