The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 64

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 64

“You want to discuss the future of the family…”

Namgung Hyeok muttered this and chuckled softly.

“I didn’t expect Uncle to say such words to me.”

He looked directly at his uncle.

Namgung Jangcheon flinched momentarily.

He felt as if he was facing a massive tiger. Despite having considerable skill himself, he had flinched from just a moment’s gaze.

‘He really is a monster.’

Namgung Jangcheon clicked his tongue inwardly.

Namgung Hyeok.

His nephew who had returned from the northern battlefield.

Since returning to the family, he had achieved countless merits as a member of the Namgung Family, and was also his political rival.

Honestly, he didn’t like him, but he had no choice but to acknowledge his abilities.

Just looking at what he had accomplished so far, Namgung Hyeok was truly a person capable of commanding the world.

That’s why Namgung Jangcheon had made his decision.

If that bastard grew any stronger, it would become impossible to even attempt anything against him.

“If you’re going to say such things, wouldn’t it be better to say them to Elder Brother, who is the Young Family Head, rather than me?”

“You know as well as I do. If it’s Cheon, he’ll do whatever you tell him to.”

“You seem to be misunderstanding something. I merely give advice to Elder Brother. Whether to accept it is his choice. There’s no coercion whatsoever.”

“But that fellow trusts you completely. So if you say something, he’ll accept anything.”

“…”

Namgung Hyeok gazed silently at Namgung Jangcheon.

After a moment of silence.

Namgung Hyeok asked calmly.

“Uncle. What exactly is this future you want to discuss with me?”

“About the direction the family should take going forward.”

“That seems to be going well even now.”

“What I’m talking about is the position of Family Head.”

“…!”

Namgung Hyeok’s eyebrows twitched.

“The family has stabilized to some degree, so there’s no reason to leave the Family Head position vacant forever, is there?”

“Ha…”

Namgung Hyeok burst into laughter.

“Of course, you’re not suggesting we put Elder Brother in the Family Head position.”

Namgung Jangcheon felt an eerie sensation from Namgung Hyeok’s gaze.

A tension as if his throat might be slit at any moment.

But he didn’t yield and stood his ground firmly.

Seeing this, Namgung Hyeok asked.

“Were you afraid that Elder Brother would become Family Head at this rate?”

“…Honestly, yes.”

At the answer squeezed out reluctantly, Namgung Hyeok showed a surprised expression.

He hadn’t expected such honesty.

“You may not know this well, but after your elder brother’s death, the Namgung Family really swayed greatly.”

Namgung Jangcheon spoke calmly toward Namgung Hyeok.

Namgung Hyeok didn’t argue for now and listened to his words.

“It was a time of chaos. The situation was so bad that there were talks of the Main House collapsing, and none of our subordinates tried to help. Moreover, the other Ten Great Families and the Evil Path Alliance tried to devour the Namgung Family, seizing the opportunity. In that situation, I had to make a decision.”

“You mean the decision to push aside Elder Brother and become Family Head yourself?”

“Yes. The Namgung Family needed a leader to guide the family.”

Namgung Jangcheon’s gaze deepened.

“Honestly, I won’t deny that I had some desire for power. But that was a time when someone had to step forward, take responsibility, and fulfill their duties. And your brother was growing weaker from something that might have been poison or illness.”

“…”

“So I proclaimed myself Acting Family Head and began solving the Namgung Family’s problems. Fortunately, I was barely able to put the family back on the right track before all the problems became irreversibly serious. You cannot deny this either.”

Namgung Hyeok didn’t answer.

Because it was somewhat true.

When he returned, the Namgung Family was a mess, but it was at least functioning to some degree. All of this was indeed Namgung Jangcheon’s achievement. He had supported the crumbling noble house and managed to endure somehow.

However.

“So what?”

Namgung Hyeok spoke in a cold voice.

“You revived a dying family, so you want to keep running it? Is that what you’re saying?”

“That’s not wrong.”

Namgung Jangcheon answered calmly.

“To be honest, I want to continue taking responsibility for the Namgung Family that I saved. Because I think I can do better than Cheon. For the family’s future, that would be right.”

Namgung Hyeok organized his thoughts for a moment and spoke.

“Of course, Elder Brother is still inexperienced compared to Uncle.”

Not only was he young, but having been bedridden for so long, he lacked various experiences.

“However, that’s something time will resolve. Someday Elder Brother will also gain proper experience and become a Family Head worthy of leading the Namgung Family. Uncle, you’re trying to take away that opportunity.”

“…!”

“May I give you one piece of advice?”

Namgung Hyeok smiled again and said.

“Uncle, you’re probably trying to win over me, the biggest variable in the Namgung Family’s power structure, and propose that I support you. But I have no intention of accepting that proposal.”

“Then? What is this advice you want to give?”

“Just give up here and hand everything over to Elder Brother. Then Uncle will be able to maintain your influence in the family, and you’ll be recognized for saving the Namgung Family during its decline. You’ll live the rest of your life respected by everyone.”

“What if I refuse?”

“I can’t really say much about that. Future responses will depend on how you act. But if you use excessive methods to seize power…”

A chilling voice tickled Namgung Jangcheon’s ears.

“I will fight Uncle by any means necessary. And I will win. I’m not naive enough to lose to something as trivial as internal power struggles.”

“…!”

“I hope you make a wise choice. The option that preserves everyone’s honor and allows everyone to smile has already been presented. I hope you understand that would be best for both of us.”

Namgung Hyeok spoke with sharp eyes.

“That’s all I have to say. What remains is only your choice.”

“I see. I understand your intentions well.”

“I’m glad you understand well. Then I’ll be going now.”

Namgung Hyeok left his seat and headed toward his quarters.

Namgung Jangcheon watched his retreating figure with an indescribable expression. Then he rubbed his face and sighed.

“Whew.”

He had expected a refusal, but he hadn’t known his resolve would be this firm.

Namgung Jangcheon looked up at the sky with a complicated expression.

‘What on earth should I do?’

It was a morning filled with many thoughts.

* * *

Namgung Hyeok had a dream about the Northern Region for the first time in a while.

In the dream, he was traversing the battlefield with his comrades.

Each day was a continuous series of brutal blood battles, truly no different from hell descended to earth.

“Captain, what will you do when the war ends?”

Ho Young in the dream asked while wiping blood from his Demon-Slaying Blade.

Namgung Hyeok in the dream pondered for a moment, then recalled an old memory.

It was about the person he had met when he first came to the battlefield. The memory of the person who had transformed him from a cowardly, powerless individual into who he was now.

“I must fulfill Mother and Maternal Uncle’s dream.”

Though they were no longer in this world, their will and strength had certainly remained and been passed down to Namgung Hyeok. That’s why Namgung Hyeok intended to achieve the dream they had envisioned.

‘Ah, that’s right.’

Namgung Hyeok, who had been contemplating his dream, smiled faintly.

It was because his goal, which he had never forgotten even once since coming to the Namgung Family Estate, was once again engraved in his heart. Compared to that, the power struggles within the family felt trivial.

‘The Namgung Family is my family, but it’s not my ultimate goal. Staying attached to this family is only for the sake of a greater cause.’

Of course, in the process, he also intended to make the Namgung Family prosper and become the foremost among the Ten Great Families. To do that, he planned to make Namgung Cheon, the legitimate eldest son, the family head to stabilize the situation further.

‘If Uncle crosses the line and tries to start a civil war…’

Then he too would have no choice but to draw his blade.

Namgung Hyeok thought this as he woke from sleep.

“Are you awake?”

After drinking the prepared water and coming outside, he encountered Wang Pyeong, who had been waiting outside.

Namgung Hyeok looked at him, who had newly become his direct subordinate, and asked what the matter was.

“You must have business at this early hour? If it was urgent, you should have woken me.”

“No, sir. I just received word that there will be a Family Council meeting in one hour…”

“A Family Council meeting?”

Originally, today was not a day when a Family Council meeting was scheduled.

“Do you know what it’s about?”

“I’m sorry. I don’t know about that.”

Wang Pyeong bowed his head in apology, and Namgung Hyeok shook his head.

Whatever it was, he would find out when he went.

“Have you had breakfast? If not, let’s eat together.”

“It would be an honor.”

Namgung Hyeok and Wang Pyeong had a servant prepare a meal.

The two men conversed while lightly filling their stomachs.

“Are you adapting well?”

“Thanks to you, Lord, I’m adapting fairly well. Hye Rin and Ho are also doing well.”

“That’s good then. If any problems arise, make sure to tell me. I’ll help as much as I can.”

“Thank you so much, Lord.”

Wang Pyeong bowed with what seemed like deep gratitude.

Namgung Hyeok chuckled and said to continue eating.

After finishing the meal, he completed his preparations and entered the Great Conference Hall early.

As he waited inside, people gradually began to gather.

Everyone looked puzzled, not knowing what this was about.

Even when he asked just in case, no one had any information.

Namgung Hyeok quietly waited until everyone arrived.

Before long, the conference room was packed. The Family Council meeting had begun.

“So? Acting Family Head. What business made you gather us all like this today?”

The Elder Council Head asked, revealing his slight displeasure.

Namgung Jangcheon looked at him indifferently, then soon took something out from his chest.

“What’s this?”

“It’s an invitation to the Noble House meeting.”

“…!”

Everyone listening showed surprised expressions.

The Noble House meeting.

It was a Murim event where families centered around the Ten Great Families that formed the backbone of the Orthodox Martial World gathered to strengthen friendships and determine each other’s direction.

However, in recent decades, it existed only in name and was rarely held. Not all Ten Great Families got along well, and there was no need for them to join forces.

But to think an invitation to such a Noble House meeting had arrived.

“The place that proposed holding this meeting is the Zhuge Family. They didn’t explain the reason precisely, but it seemed they intended to address quite a serious matter.”

“Of course they would. Otherwise, they wouldn’t have thought to hold a Noble House meeting.”

The Elder Council Head nodded and spoke. He looked at Namgung Jangcheon and asked.

“So you gathered us because of the Noble House meeting?”

“That’s right, Elder Council Head. Precisely, I convened this meeting to decide who to send to such an important meeting.”

“Indeed, it is an important matter. So, do you have a candidate in mind?”

“Yes.”

Namgung Jangcheon turned his head to look at Namgung Hyeok and spoke.

“I recommend Third Young Master Namgung Hyeok as a candidate.”

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