The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 50

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 50

The three people, including Jeon Wook, immediately cleaned up the scene and set out on their journey home.

Mount Heng Sect watched them but did not detain them.

There was no reason to refuse when the troublemakers were disappearing on their own, especially since the reason was a family crisis.

If they detained them here, it might lead to bloodshed.

‘That can’t happen.’

Yu Hwang recalled Namgung Hyeok’s appearance during the martial duel and broke out in cold sweat.

As a swordsman who had reached a certain level, he could tell.

The power Namgung Hyeok possessed was not the end of it.

As Namgung Jihak had said after the martial duel ended, Namgung Hyeok was still hiding his strength.

If all of that were revealed, he had no confidence he could handle it.

‘A true dragon has emerged in the Namgung Family Estate.’

Indeed, he was a man worthy of the alias Flame Dragon.

Yu Hwang thought this and returned to Mount Heng Sect. He would receive some criticism for letting Namgung Jihak go, but he wouldn’t be punished for it.

While Yu Hwang was returning to Mount Heng Sect lost in complex thoughts, Namgung Hyeok’s group was riding horses at full gallop.

“Your horsemanship has also reached an impressive level.”

Namgung Jihak, who had purchased a horse from a nearby horse market and mounted it, expressed his admiration.

The horse breeds themselves weren’t significantly different, but the appearance of the two people riding ahead of him was remarkably stable.

In other words, it meant that man and horse had become one.

It was a skill only possible for those with extensive experience riding horses.

To this, Namgung Hyeok replied nonchalantly.

“To fight the northern nomads who used mounted martial arts, we had to ride horses just like them. I learned how to ride horses back then.”

“I see.”

Namgung Jihak nodded.

Thus continued a forced march that would take several days.

The three people camped outdoors and returned to the Namgung Family Estate by the shortest route.

As soon as Namgung Jihak returned to the Namgung Family Estate, the reaction was intense.

“L-Leader!”

From those who still remembered him from his days as the Spear Heaven Leader.

“Namgung Jihak…!”

Those who considered him a troublemaker for the family.

“Jihak. You’ve finally returned.”

And even Acting Family Head Namgung Jangcheon, who had a face worn with fatigue.

He looked at Namgung Jihak and spoke with slight surprise.

“I never thought you would actually come back. You’ve ignored summons orders countless times until now.”

“I heard those Sado Region bastards were threatening the family, so I thought I should come. Besides, I had lost to my nephew, so I couldn’t ignore it anymore.”

“Lost, you say?”

“I fought a martial duel with Hyeok and lost.”

“…!”

Though it was a brief statement, those words were enough to shock the family members.

The Yaksha Sword Namgung Jihak had lost in a martial duel?

This was a terrifying fact that could never be overlooked.

Namgung Jangcheon’s shock was particularly great. Namgung Jihak was a martial artist with skills superior to his own.

But for such a person to lose to Namgung Hyeok implied many things.

‘Is Namgung Hyeok’s level really at that extent?’

He gritted his teeth inwardly and swallowed his frustrated feelings.

But nothing would change.

That was, after all, something that had already happened.

Rather, now he needed to think about how to use it.

“That doesn’t matter right now. You probably know the general situation from the letters?”

“I heard that Sado Region’s forces are gathering near Tianmu Mountain.”

Tianmu Mountain was a region located at the border between Anhui and Zhejiang Province.

In other words, it was located at the boundary of each other’s spheres of influence.

But for forces to gather in such a place was no ordinary matter.

“What are their numbers?”

“According to the Shadow Unit’s report, approximately two thousand men.”

“Two thousand…”

It was a considerable number.

Too much for individual sects to handle.

In fact, even if the Namgung Family Estate mobilized all their martial artists, they would only amount to about a thousand.

Considering the number of those who could actually fight, it would be even fewer.

“Have you contacted the allies?”

“Yes. The Shandong Ak Family and other subordinate sects have also said they’ll send support. But how many that will be…”

“It’s better than nothing. The problem is that this is likely a diversionary tactic…”

“A diversionary tactic?”

“Sado Region’s true strength doesn’t end at just two thousand men. If they seriously gather their forces, they can mobilize over five thousand troops. But if only about two thousand have gathered, it means they might attack elsewhere with the remaining forces.”

“…!”

The expressions of the senior members listening to the story hardened.

Indeed, it wasn’t an impossible scenario.

If Sado Region was determined, there was every possibility they could expand the front lines.

“It would certainly be troublesome if that happened.”

Namgung Jihak frowned.

“What about asking the Martial Alliance for help?”

“We’ve already sent an envoy, Uncle. But we don’t know how it will turn out.”

The Martial Alliance was also in a chaotic period right now.

This was because Evil Path forces were rising everywhere, and the Heavenly Demon Divine Cult forces from the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains were constantly eyeing the Central Plains.

In such circumstances, withdrawing and sending troops was honestly not an easy situation.

Of course, a few hundred might be possible, but…

‘Still, it’s true that we’re lacking.’

Namgung Hyeok thought this but soon clapped his hands.

Clap!

“Now, don’t think only of the negative aspects. Even if we go to war with Sado Region, it’s not like we have no chance of victory at all.”

“Th-that’s…”

“Have you all forgotten what I said last time? While Sado Region has large numbers, most of them are nothing but a ragtag bunch. In comparison, the martial artists of the Main Family House are nothing short of elite. Moreover, since they’re closer to an alliance than a single force, their unity is weak.”

In other words, if one part collapsed significantly, it would cause a chain reaction and bring down the rest as well.

“So if we crush them in the initial battle, those bastards will naturally tuck their tails and run away. If that happens, we can win without major losses.”

Namgung Hyeok looked around with a serious expression as he spoke.

The senior members’ expressions showed determination forming.

“Hahahaha!”

Then Namgung Jihak burst into laughter.

“Rolling around on battlefields has improved not only your swordsmanship but also your eloquence. You’re absolutely right. Sado Region’s ragtag bunch will quickly retreat if you just scare them a little.”

Namgung Jangcheon asked with a stern expression.

“Jihak. Are you thinking of going yourself?”

“That’s right. However, it wouldn’t be appropriate for me, who has been away from the family for so long, to hold command of the troops. I’ll follow the orders of whoever has command authority.”

“Then the person who will lead the troops to Tianmu Mountain is…”

“I’ll go.”

Namgung Hyeok voluntarily stepped forward. Then hope appeared on everyone’s faces.

He was a commander who had never lost even once against Sado Region.

It was the very symbol of victory. He believed they could win this time as well.

“Give me the Pungwoon Unit, one second-class squad, and five hundred troops composed of third-class battle units. I’ll go deal with them.”

“Five hundred? Isn’t that too few?”

Namgung Cheon spoke with concern. Indeed, five hundred was an absurdly insufficient number compared to two thousand.

However, Namgung Hyeok shook his head.

“In group combat, five hundred well-trained men display far greater strength than two thousand rabble. I’ll conduct intensive formation training with the Pungwoon Unit on the way there, so don’t worry.”

“If you say so…”

Namgung Cheon nodded with a stern expression.

“I hope you’ll handle the remaining forces flexibly depending on the situation. Even if attacks come from other places, I believe you can defend well under Uncle’s and Elder Brother’s command. That’s why I’m leaving the Changcheon Unit, which is a first-class battle unit.”

The Changcheon Unit was the only first-class battle unit in the Namgung Family and their strongest military force.

With them and the troops sent by their allies, they should be able to easily block attacks coming from other directions.

Eventually, Namgung Jangcheon agreed as well.

“Then go and return safely.”

Namgung Hyeok said this as he picked up his sword and stood up.

As soon as he left the meeting, he assembled the Pungwoon Unit, Death Extermination Unit, and third-class military battle units.

The roughly five hundred men immediately departed for the vicinity of Tianmu Mountain. They were able to reach their destination within a few days.

* * *

One of the Evil Path Alliance’s top executives.

Hell Sword Demon Im Yeon was watching hundreds of troops approaching from the distance.

Those troops were naturally the forces sent by the Namgung Family.

He chuckled as he saw the Namgung Family’s forces.

“As expected, they come running out immediately with just a little threat. Well, it’s natural since we held a blade right to their nose.”

“What should we do? Should I give the attack order? It looks like only about five hundred men, so we could sweep them away immediately…”

“How foolish. Having greater numbers doesn’t guarantee victory in battle. They must have confidence to bring only that many. Besides, even if we fight, we need to secure justification first.”

“Justification?”

“We need to put on appearances so others won’t interfere. Let’s go greet them slowly for now.”

The Hell Blade Demon said this and stepped forward.

The Namgung Family forces approaching from the distance stopped. A young man at their head came forward, seemingly wanting to talk with the Hell Blade Demon.

His identity was undoubtedly Namgung Hyeok.

Having gained overall command of the five hundred troops, he stepped forward as their representative.

“We meet again, Flame Dragon.”

“What kind of game is this now?”

Though he offered a friendly greeting, only a sharp voice came back.

The Hell Blade Demon spoke with a bitter smile.

“A game?”

“I’m asking why you brought two thousand pieces of trash to threaten us like this.”

“There’s some misunderstanding. I had no intention whatsoever of threatening you.”

The Hell Blade Demon lied without batting an eye. He looked at Namgung Hyeok and spoke clearly.

“It’s just that there was an incident where the newly appointed branch leader of the Xuzhou Branch was assassinated. We believe the culprit is the Xuanzhou Jang Family, and we came here to punish them.”

“What are you saying! The Xuanzhou Jang Family doing such a thing! It’s a false accusation!”

Jang Huiwon, who had been following behind Namgung Hyeok, cried out in shock.

However, Namgung Hyeok raised his hand to stop him and continued speaking.

“So you came to attack our ally over a matter with no proper evidence? How absurd. It seems to me you only came for revenge because they refused the Evil Path Alliance Leader’s proposal to submit.”

“Haha. So you brought about five hundred men to have a fight?”

“You know well.”

“You’ll all die then. Do you think a four-to-one troop difference is trivial?”

The Hell Blade Demon’s eyes narrowed as killing intent burst from him.

“…!”

The Namgung Family forces who took that killing intent head-on flinched.

However, Namgung Hyeok didn’t care at all. He merely chuckled and asked back.

“Conversely, I’d like to ask you. If we thought we had no chance of winning, would we have come with just this many?”

“What?”

“I recommend you quietly withdraw your forces and return even now.”

Namgung Hyeok spoke with a cold expression.

“Otherwise, you’ll be eating tonight’s dinner in front of King Yama.”

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