The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 82

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 82

 

 

“What?”

Ha Jinhyeok said with a twisted expression.

Baek Ya, who had held his head high and proud before him, the second son of the Ha Family, was now bowing his head to Namgung Hyeok—this alone was an enormous humiliation.

And the master of Sacred Fire?

‘Could those rumors actually be true?’

He looked at Namgung Hyeok with a wary expression.

Namgung Hyeok was conversing with Baek Ya as if Ha Jinhyeok didn’t even exist.

“I am Namgung Hyeok. Are you the leader of the Flame Sword faction?”

“Yes. I serve as the representative of these people.”

“You certainly seem worthy of that role. You are a remarkable martial artist.”

Praise flowed from Namgung Hyeok’s lips.

Indeed, the blade-like aura emanating from Baek Ya indicated that he was by no means an ordinary person.

To this extent, he was certainly qualified to claim leadership of a faction.

If only he could bring him under his command, it would feel like gaining a thousand troops.

“Thank you for the praise. However, I didn’t know my son would have such conviction in acknowledging you as our lord.”

“I’ll explain how it happened slowly. Do I need to provide some additional proof?”

“That won’t be necessary. We’ve already left the judgment to Yeonhu. If he has acknowledged you as our lord, then you become our lord.”

“Wait!”

At that moment, Ha Jinhyeok interjected.

Namgung Hyeok looked at him and said with a smirk.

“Ha Jinhyeok, haven’t you left yet?”

“I cannot accept this! Abandoning our Ha Family to serve under the Namgung Family? Are you in your right mind?”

“Young Master Ha. We’re not saying we’ll serve under the Namgung Family. We’re saying we’ll serve the master of Sacred Fire.”

“That’s right. The affairs of the Namgung Family and Sacred Fire Gate are separate matters. It seems you still don’t understand that.”

“Don’t be ridiculous! Either way, aren’t you a person of the Namgung Family!”

“Even if that’s the case, so what? That’s not something for you to interfere with, is it?”

“Kuk…!”

Ha Jinhyeok let out a groan.

Indeed, he wasn’t in a position to dictate the Flame Sword faction’s actions.

He had come here to persuade the Flame Sword faction, not to threaten them.

But that didn’t mean he could just stand by and watch this situation unfold.

If he did, the entire Flame Sword faction would fall into Namgung Hyeok’s hands.

“Wait just a moment. I’ll prove that our Ha Family is more suitable to be your lord.”

Therefore, Ha Jinhyeok spoke first and thought later. Baek Ya responded to this.

“You’ll prove it? By what means?”

“In the end, you’re looking for a lord strong enough to protect the Flame Sword faction, aren’t you? Then I, Ha Jinhyeok, will prove that I’m superior to that Namgung Hyeok over there!”

“Ho.”

Namgung Hyeok twisted his lips as if finding this amusing.

Snickering sounds could be heard from behind as well. They came from the comrades Namgung Hyeok had brought.

“What’s so funny?”

“Nothing. I just find your courage admirable. You want to defeat me to prove yourself to the Flame Sword faction?”

Rumble!

An tremendous aura burst forth from Namgung Hyeok.

“Go ahead and try.”

“…!”

Ha Jinhyeok’s eyes widened.

Not only that, but the Ha Family martial artists he had brought and the Flame Sword faction martial artists including Baek Ya all looked at Namgung Hyeok in surprise.

Namgung Hyeok looked at Ha Jinhyeok and asked.

“What’s wrong? Having second thoughts after making such bold claims?”

“This bastard…”

Though he flinched for a moment, Ha Jinhyeok also carried pride as a direct descendant of the Ha Family.

There was no way he could just let such provocation slide.

“You mustn’t fall for his provocation, Young Master!”

“Shut up! Today I’ll show that arrogant bastard the difference in our levels.”

Ha Jinhyeok pushed away the subordinate trying to dissuade him and drew his sword.

Then, watching Namgung Hyeok draw the Azure Heaven Sword from his waist, he spoke.

“I was already displeased anyway. A mere bastard son getting a false reputation like Flame Dragon and acting so arrogant…”

“Whether it’s a false reputation or not, we’ll know once we clash.”

Namgung Hyeok wiggled his hand as if provoking him.

“Come.”

“You bastard!”

Ha Jinhyeok, enraged by this, charged forward.

Crackle!

Lightning sparked from his body.

It was the power of the Ha Family’s martial art, Heaven Thunder Return to One Art. He scattered his internal energy and rushed straight forward.

Ha Jinhyeok thrust his sword with lightning-like movement.

However.

Clang!

“You do have enough skill to back up your words.”

Namgung Hyeok blocked Ha Jinhyeok’s attack far too easily.

He twisted his lips and thrust out his left palm. Ha Jinhyeok, startled by the heat contained within it, retreated several steps.

Namgung Hyeok didn’t miss the opening this created and pressed forward.

Fire Dance Chain.

The second technique of Sacred Fire Ultimate Sword unfolded. Like dancing will-o’-wisps, the Flame Sword traced a beautiful trajectory.

Clang clang clang clang!

Namgung Hyeok pressed Ha Jinhyeok several times in this manner.

“Kugh!”

He defended with all his might while looking for an opportunity, but no chance for counterattack presented itself.

If he stopped his defensive stance even for a moment, his head would fly off immediately.

Ha Jinhyeok couldn’t help but be inwardly shocked.

Though he had heard rumors and knew roughly what to expect…

Still, who would have thought he’d be this strong?

‘No, I can’t give up like this!’

He scattered his eyes’ light and stepped fiercely with True Step.

Simultaneously, the Ha Family’s secret technique Heaven Human Step unfolded. In an instant, his form disappeared.

“Ho.”

“Heh heh. That young master has some skill too!”

The watching martial artists exclaimed in admiration.

No matter how incompletely executed, Heaven Human Step was a movement technique evaluated as one of the supreme arts of Jianghu.

Its level was certainly not something to be ignored.

“Hahahaha!”

Ha Jinhyeok scattered lightning as he circled around Namgung Hyeok. Having unleashed Heaven Human Step, his confidence soared to the heavens.

Now he just needed to catch Namgung Hyeok’s opening and strike.

But this was his misconception.

“Ha.”

Namgung Hyeok looked at Ha Jinhyeok flashing and moving before his eyes and chuckled.

At that moment, Ha Jinhyeok felt a chill.

This chilling feeling he felt down his spine. This was surely a warning felt on an instinctive level.

“This…!”

He immediately lunged forward to stab Namgung Hyeok. But Namgung Hyeok’s sword swing was faster.

Whoosh!

The flames carried on the blade burned much more intensely, creating a massive wheel of fire.

Flame Prison Heaven Wheel.

“…!”

Boom boom boom boom bang!

At that moment, the area around Namgung Hyeok was devastated as a powerful shockwave erupted.

Ha Jinhyeok’s body, who had reflexively raised his sword and drawn up his Body Protection Qi, was violently thrown back.

Crash clang clang!

“Kugh!”

He rolled on the ground and soon coughed up blood, apparently having suffered internal injuries.

“Young Master!”

Ha Jinhyeok’s attendants, horrified at the sight, rushed toward him.

Some drew their swords and pointed them at Namgung Hyeok.

“Clear out.”

Namgung Hyeok sheathed his sword as if that was enough and spoke.

“I deliberately reduced the power at the last moment, so he shouldn’t be too seriously injured. Take him and leave.”

“…”

Ha Jinhyeok’s attendants hesitated, not knowing what to do.

At that moment, one Red-Robed Man from their group stepped forward with a stern expression.

“You are… truly the successor of the Sacred Fire.”

“And you are?”

“It’s my first time meeting you. I am called Ma Song of the Salt Blade Faction.”

“Ho.”

Namgung Hyeok looked at the man who introduced himself as Ma Song with apparent interest.

“You must be one of those who attached themselves to the Ha Family. I suppose you came here to persuade the Fire Sword Faction in this place?”

“…”

“How unfortunate for you. The Fire Sword Faction has decided to follow me now. Of course, if your Salt Blade Faction wants to, you’re welcome to come under me as well.”

“Wh-what nonsense! Ma Song! Don’t listen to those words! Come to my side!”

Ha Jinhyeok, who had barely managed to compose himself, shouted in horror.

“…”

Ma Song followed Ha Jinhyeok’s words with a complicated expression.

But at that moment, a telepathic message reached Namgung Hyeok’s ears.

[Not all of our Salt Blade Faction went over to the Ha Family.]

[Then?]

[Unable to resist the Ha Family’s threats, only some decided to follow them. If you prove that you are the master of the Sacred Fire, the Salt Blade Faction will rightfully follow you.]

Namgung Hyeok stared at Ma Song for a moment.

Ma Song, whose eyes met his, felt as if a powerful pressure was weighing down his entire body.

Namgung Hyeok asked him again through telepathic communication.

[Where is your main camp?]

[It’s Jade Transformation Mountain. Those who don’t follow the Ha Family have settled there and are living.]

[I see. Thanks for the information.]

Namgung Hyeok asked no more.

He simply looked at Ha Jinhyeok instead of Ma Song.

Ha Jinhyeok flinched at Namgung Hyeok’s gaze. But he squeezed out his last bit of pride and forced himself to speak.

“Don’t think this is the end.”

“If it’s not the end, then what will you do? Kill me and take them back?”

“Don’t you think I can?”

“If you’re declaring war, I’ll gladly accept it.”

“…!”

Ha Jinhyeok, who had armed himself with strong words, flinched.

Because Namgung Hyeok’s tone was far too calm.

It seemed like he wouldn’t bat an eye even if war broke out right now.

“Of course, that’s only if you can take responsibility for it. In my opinion, you don’t seem capable of taking that responsibility.”

“…”

“Words you can’t take responsibility for shouldn’t be spoken carelessly. Now withdraw. Unless you want to be further humiliated.”

“This…!”

Ha Jinhyeok bit his lips and showed a frustrated expression, but soon turned around.

“We’re leaving!”

He led his subordinates away from the village.

Namgung Hyeok watched them disappear into dots. After they had completely left, he looked at Baek Ya and asked.

“Then should I understand that you have now declared your intention to come under my command?”

“Of course. I saw with my own eyes that you inherited the Sacred Fire.”

“Then I will give you an order.”

At the word ‘order,’ Baek Ya bowed his head.

“What order is it?”

“I plan to rebuild the Sacred Fire Gate soon. To prepare for that time, many people will be needed. So settle things here and stay at a place called Yeomhwa Trading Company until then.”

“…!”

Baek Ya showed a slightly surprised expression at the mention of rebuilding the Sacred Fire Gate.

But that was only momentary, as he bowed his head and said.

“I will obey your command.”

“Jeon Wook. And Uncle. Could you take them with you to Yeomhwa Trading Company?”

Namgung Jihak, not expecting to be asked, asked in surprise.

“Me too? No, more than that, what about you?”

“I have something else to do.”

Namgung Hyeok told everyone about the telepathic communication he had exchanged with Ma Song earlier.

Everyone showed surprised expressions at this.

“Then we can get all those from the Yeomdo Faction who didn’t join the Ha Family to join our side.”

“In doing so, even those with the Ha Family might break away and try to join us. So I’m thinking of going to Jade Transformation Mountain first.”

“Hahaha! Chief, that’s a good idea.”

Ho Young laughed heartily and expressed his agreement.

Namgung Hyeok spoke to Baek Ya again.

“For that purpose, I’ll borrow your son for a while. I need someone to prove that the Fire Sword Faction is with us. Is that alright?”

“Of course. Use him as much as you need.”

Baek Ya readily agreed and pushed Baek Yeonhu’s back. Baek Yeonhu bowed his head and said.

“It will be an honor to be with my Lord.”

“Then it’s decided. The four of us – myself, Ho Young, So Yeon, and Baek Yeonhu – will go find the Salt Blade Faction. Jeon Wook, take responsibility and guide them to Yeomhwa Trading Company.”

“Yes.”

Jeon Wook bowed politely as if he had been given a weighty mission.

Namgung Hyeok patted his shoulder as if trusting him, then said to everyone.

“Then we shall depart. We’ll meet again later at Yeomhwa Trading Company.”

“Have a safe trip, Lord.”

Namgung Hyeok and his party received farewells from the Fire Sword Faction and rode their horses again.

Their destination was Jade Transformation Mountain.

It was where the Yeomdo Faction had established themselves.

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