The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 48

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 48

Namgung Hyeok immediately continued his investigation.

He was curious why Namgung Jihak, who was said to be in Kunming, had come all the way to Hunan.

The reason became clear soon enough.

“You’re saying that person is heading toward Mount Heng Sect?”

It was because he heard information that Namgung Jihak was heading toward Mount Heng Sect.

Mount Heng Sect.

Though not included in the Nine Sects One Gang that people counted, it was called one of the Five Sacred Mountain Sword Sects, a prestigious school of swordsmanship.

Its actual strength was not inferior at all compared to the Nine Sects One Gang or Ten Great Families.

However, Namgung Jihak was said to have sent a challenge letter there. The reason was naturally to test himself against the masters of Mount Heng Sect.

Namgung Hyeok clicked his tongue upon seeing that information.

“Uncle isn’t in his right mind either.”

To think of boldly barging into a fellow Orthodox Faction sect, especially a prestigious sect like Mount Heng Sect.

But that tendency actually helped with tracking him.

Namgung Hyeok spread out materials containing detailed information about him and exchanged opinions with Jeon Wook.

“Jeon Wook. What do you think?”

“If we move without rest from now, it seems we could catch up before he reaches Mount Heng Sect.”

“I think so too. We need to depart quickly before Uncle causes trouble.”

The two nodded and borrowed two horses from the Murim Alliance Hunan Branch.

And they headed south at fierce speed.

Their destination was Southern Peak.

It was where Mount Heng Sect was located.

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By riding without rest, they could arrive at their destination quickly.

The two unpacked at Southern Peak and checked the surrounding rumors.

It was to confirm whether Namgung Jihak might have arrived first.

‘Fortunately, that doesn’t seem to be the case.’

If Mount Heng Sect and Namgung Jihak had clashed, there surely would have been big rumors, but there was no such talk.

Only rumors that Namgung Jihak was coming this way were rampant.

The two had a meal at the inn while listening to the words of people around them. Namgung Jihak’s movements were already famous, as related stories were coming up here and there.

“How do you view this matter?”

“You mean the story about Yaksha Sword? How else would I view it. I naturally think it’s reckless.”

“You think so too? That’s understandable, since Mount Heng Sect is a major sect. Does it even make sense for an individual to send a challenge letter to such a place…”

“He’s probably obsessed with martial arts. Yaksha Sword’s Martial Challenge Journey has been famous since long ago, hasn’t it.”

The chatter of drunk gossipmongers could be heard.

Namgung Hyeok and Jeon Wook listened to people’s such opinions and then asked.

“Jeon Wook. What do you think will happen?”

“If Yaksha Sword clashes with Mount Heng Sect?”

“Right.”

“I can’t be certain since I’ve never seen him, but he’ll probably lose nine times out of ten.”

“Right? I think so too.”

Mount Heng Sect was not a mediocre sect.

A place endlessly serious about the sword.

As such, martial artists who could be called strong were abundant there.

To send a challenge letter to them alone seemed reckless no matter how he thought about it.

“Well, if Mount Heng Sect sends out just one person, who knows. One-on-one fights have many variables as you know.”

“Is that so? I rather think if only one person comes out, Uncle’s chances of losing increase.”

“Is that because there’s a high possibility a supreme master will appear?”

“Right. Mount Heng Sect’s pride is also at stake, so they’ll send out the strongest person they can. So Uncle’s chances of losing are quite high.”

“Hmm. In the end, to properly judge, we’d need to see Yaksha Sword’s skills. We’d also need to see who comes out from Mount Heng Sect.”

“Of course, that fight will never happen. We’re going to take him away anyway.”

“That’s true.”

Jeon Wook said that and chuckled.

But then it happened.

“Kyaaaaaaah!”

A scream came from outside.

The people inside the inn were startled and looked outside.

And they couldn’t help but show surprised expressions.

It was because a swordsman wearing a bamboo hat was surrounded by about twenty Black-Robed Men.

Namgung Hyeok looked at his face and grinned.

“He’s here.”

His uncle and the swordsman called Yaksha Sword in Jianghu.

It was the appearance of Namgung Jihak.

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Namgung Jihak quietly surveyed his surroundings with sharp eyes.

Frightened civilians were fleeing as far away as possible, thinking something had happened.

But even in such a situation, the twenty martial artists surrounding him didn’t budge.

“Yaksha Sword. We finally caught you.”

The one who appeared to be the leader of the Black-Robed Men spoke to him.

Namgung Jihak asked that leader.

“Who are you people?”

“You did such things and ran away, yet you say you don’t know us?”

“I don’t know. I’m not interested either. There should be more than just one or two bastards who hold grudges against me.”

“This…!”

The leader’s face contorted with anger.

“We came from Black Snake Society! Do you know how difficult it was to track your whereabouts?”

“Is that so.”

Black Snake Society was a subordinate organization of Black Dragon Society that ruled the southeastern Central Plains, a dark sect located in Yunnan.

It was also the target that Namgung Jihak had aimed for just before.

He had won a duel against the Black Snake Society Leader not long ago and left that place.

“Did you come for revenge because you pathetically can’t accept defeat?”

“Can’t accept defeat! Didn’t you cowardly target the Society Leader when he was alone and launch a surprise attack!”

“How is that cowardly? I just waited for an opportunity to have a one-on-one duel to avoid interference. What’s wrong with that?”

“The Society Leader was not in good physical condition that day! So you didn’t really win. And did you think you could return safely after doing something like a raid on your own?”

“He wasn’t feeling well. I’m sick of hearing such excuses dozens of times now. Do you think your Society Leader could beat me if we fought again?”

“Shut up! I’ll beat you down and drag you before the Society Leader!”

The leader burst with anger and shouted, then gestured to his subordinates.

Clatter!

Then about ten more people were added to the original twenty who had surrounded Namgung Jihak. It seemed they had called all those who had been hiding to prevent escape.

Namgung Jihak looked at them and said irritably.

“Get out of the way. I didn’t come to cross swords with the likes of you, but with Mount Heng Sect.”

“Hmph. From what you’re saying, you must be scared? Seeing you try to avoid fighting with words that won’t work.”

“Haa.”

Shing.

Namgung Jihak sighed and drew his sword.

At the same time, sharp killing intent spread around him.

Flinch!

The eyes of the Black-Robed Men surrounding him trembled.

Just drawing his sword made them feel as if their flesh was being cut.

‘What kind of killing intent is this from someone claiming to be from the Orthodox Faction!’

The Leader felt the same way.

He panicked but gritted his teeth and gripped his sword tighter. If he was overwhelmed in momentum, it would be the end.

“Everyone, att…!”

But just as he was about to signal his subordinates.

Hissssss!

From the opposite side of Namgung Jihak, tremendous killing intent spread out again.

The Black-Robed Men felt terror as if their hearts had stopped and turned around.

There stood a handsome young man and a warrior who appeared to be his escort.

“What!?”

The Leader widened his eyes in shock at the sudden appearance of a new powerful opponent.

“…”

Namgung Jihak’s expression also hardened.

He looked at the source of the killing intent and muttered in disbelief.

“Namgung Hyeok?”

“It’s been a while, Uncle. Have you been well?”

Namgung Hyeok greeted Namgung Jihak with a casual tone.

Namgung Jihak spoke with a slightly bewildered tone.

“You’ve really changed a lot. So much that I couldn’t recognize you at first glance.”

“Is that so?”

“I already heard rumors that you returned from the battlefield. But you’ve changed more than I expected. What on earth did you experience on the battlefield?”

“Many things happened. More importantly, do you know why I came here?”

“I don’t know. It’s probably not just to say hello…”

“I came to take you back to the family. The Namgung Family needs you right now.”

“Hmm.”

Namgung Jihak and Namgung Hyeok’s gazes met.

“Has something happened to the family?”

“Not yet, but it seems like something will happen soon. The Evil Path Alliance’s movements are unusual.”

Namgung Jihak nodded as if he understood.

“I see. With that reason, it makes sense you’d come looking for me.”

“You’re surprisingly understanding. Then will you come with me?”

“Let me finish my business here first. Just wait until then.”

“Wh-who gave you permission to decide whether to go or not!”

At that moment, the Leader of the Black-Robed Men shouted loudly.

He pointed his sword at Namgung Hyeok and yelled.

“I don’t know who you are, but we need to take this man! If you interfere…”

“If I interfere?”

Shing.

Namgung Hyeok drew his sword.

“Are you thinking of fighting?”

“Don’t think I can?”

“You could try. You’ll all die though.”

“What…! How dare you look down on us!”

The enraged Leader raised his sword.

“Kill that bastard first! I’ll reward whoever brings me that arrogant fool’s head with thirty taels of silver!”

“Th-thirty taels!?”

“Waaaahhhhh!”

Their fear was momentary.

Tempted by the mention of thirty taels of silver, the Black-Robed Men all rushed toward Namgung Hyeok at once.

“Lord, please step back for a moment.”

“No need.”

Namgung Hyeok stopped Jeon Wook from stepping forward and raised his sword himself.

Soon.

Whoosh!

“…!”

Flames burst from his sword.

Slash!

At the same time, the heads of two Black-Robed Men who were attacking Namgung Hyeok flew through the air.

Namgung Hyeok leaped forward and slashed the vital points of everyone blocking his path.

“Wh-what!?”

In an instant, more than ten Black-Robed Men died, scattering blood everywhere.

Namgung Hyeok thrust his Flame Sword toward the panicking Leader’s chest.

Thud!

“Guhek!”

The Leader died with a final scream.

Namgung Hyeok twisted and pulled out his sword, then looked around once.

Shocked gazes pierced him from all directions.

Everyone was looking at Namgung Hyeok with fearful eyes.

“Get lost.”

Namgung Hyeok commanded the surviving Black-Robed Men.

“…!”

They looked around nervously, then retreated without even collecting their comrades’ corpses. They seemed to think that if they stayed, they would lose their lives to Namgung Hyeok’s sword.

Seeing this, Namgung Jihak’s eyes shone with surprise.

“That swordsmanship is…!”

“Now that the interfering bastards are gone, let’s return to the Main House together.”

Namgung Hyeok cut off Namgung Jihak’s words and spoke calmly.

Anguish appeared on Namgung Jihak’s face.

But soon.

“Fine. Originally I wanted to observe the Mount Heng Sect’s swordsmanship, but since the family is in crisis, it can’t be helped.”

Namgung Jihak smiled broadly and continued.

“But I have a condition.”

“Please speak.”

“Instead of the Mount Heng Sect, let me observe your swordsmanship.”

Namgung Hyeok chuckled.

“Should I take those words in the way I’m thinking?”

“Yes. Your thoughts are probably correct.”

Namgung Jihak took a fighting stance and said.

“Let’s have a match.”

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