The Supreme Who Rules the Boundless Sky - Chapter 94

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Spear Heaven Martial Emperor Episode 94

A dark conference room.

“How did this happen?”

A cold voice echoed through the space.

The owner of that voice was Seo Yunho, master of the Gangso Salt Association and an expert of the Harmony Realm.

Everyone listening flinched at his words.

It was clear that Seo Yunho was in a foul mood.

“Didn’t you say that a small branch of the Namgung Family would be established? But hundreds of warriors have settled in? This can hardly be called a small branch, can it?”

“Th-that is…”

The bald man who had confidently pushed the Namgung Family branch theory broke out in cold sweat.

He truly had nothing to say in this situation.

If he spoke carelessly, he might face severe consequences.

“It seems I misjudged the situation. I apologize.”

In the end, he obediently admitted his mistake and bowed his head.

Seo Yunho quietly observed him.

“…”

A suffocating silence filled the space for a moment.

Just as sweat began dripping from the bald man’s head, Seo Yunho spoke again.

“Your reflection is noted. What I want to know is whether their identity is truly a branch of the Namgung Family, and exactly how large their forces are. Of course, if it’s just a few hundred people, they wouldn’t pose a major threat to us yet, but…”

“There’s always the possibility of additional personnel arriving. I’ll look into it.”

A man named Sau, whom Seo Yunho trusted, bowed his head as he spoke.

Seo Yunho finally nodded. This was exactly what he wanted to hear.

“Use our intelligence network to its fullest to discover their true identity. We could still become enemies or allies with them, so approach cautiously.”

“Yes.”

“I’ll say this once more – under no circumstances should you approach them with hostility. Of course, we wouldn’t lose if we fought, but engaging with that many people would cause us significant losses as well. Keep that in mind.”

“I understand your orders.”

* * *

At the same time.

“Baek Ya of the Fire Sword faction greets my Lord.”

“Maeng Seungji of the Flame Blade faction greets my Lord.”

The leaders of the two factions staying at the Yeomhwa Trading Company each paid their respects.

“Rise.”

Namgung Hyeok accepted their greetings and personally helped them up.

He received reports from both men about what had transpired.

“I see. You still haven’t been able to find information about the other two factions?”

“Yes. Since our records are also incomplete, we’re having difficulty locating them…”

Baek Ya trailed off apologetically.

Namgung Hyeok looked at him reassuringly and said,

“We’ve already handed over all the information we have. Trust the Yeomhwa Trading Company then. So Baek and my comrades are trustworthy people, so they’ll surely bring us good answers.”

“They were certainly capable individuals. They’ll become the fifth faction of our Seonghwa Sect.”

“Right. Since they serve me as their lord. The name will probably be something like the Yeomhwa faction.”

It was a name taken directly from the trading company.

Of course, Namgung Hyeok’s comrades weren’t only at the Yeomhwa Trading Company, but currently, only the trading company personnel were not affiliated with any sect and under his command.

“And I appoint these four people – Ho Young, Jeon Wook, So Geomlip, and So Yeon – as the Four Great Protectors of the Seonghwa Sect. The Four Great Protectors will have equal status to faction leaders.”

“We will follow our Lord’s will.”

“Those four are indeed trustworthy.”

There was no opposition.

Neither Baek Ya nor Maeng Seungji.

Both had witnessed the martial prowess of those four people.

In their judgment, the martial arts of those four were in no way inferior to their own.

In other words, they were more than qualified to hold the positions of protectors in the newly formed Seonghwa Sect.

“Has the transmission of the Purifying Fire Mental Technique to the Yeomhwa faction and the Four Great Protectors been completed?”

“Yes. They all had talent and quickly manifested the purifying fire. Now they can all proudly call themselves warriors of the Seonghwa Sect.”

“Good.”

Usually, people who had learned other internal energy cultivation methods could only learn additional techniques of the same lineage, but purifying fire was special.

It was originally just a flame that used one’s existing internal energy as fuel.

Therefore, purifying fire could be learned by those who had mastered different internal energy cultivation methods, and each person’s version had different characteristics.

The only common trait was the power to drive away evil.

But rather, this was closer to an advantage.

The fact that many people could simply learn it meant accessibility, which in turn led to diversity.

The diversity that grew this way brought many benefits.

‘We’ll be able to respond to any enemy we encounter.’

Namgung Hyeok thought this as he gazed at the bustling grounds of the Seonghwa Sect.

His eyes held a strange sense of emotion.

‘I’ve finally rebuilt the Seonghwa Sect.’

Though two of the original four pillars were still missing, it was still a reconstruction nonetheless.

If Mother or Maternal Uncle could see this, they would surely be delighted.

‘But you two, I won’t be satisfied with just this much.’

Namgung Hyeok’s true ambition wasn’t satisfied with just rebuilding the Seonghwa Sect, but lay in making it the greatest sect in the Central Plains.

To achieve that, there was still much to accomplish.

He was thinking about this when…

“Captain. Or should I call you Sect Leader now?”

“Just call me whatever you want. It’s just you and me, so what does it matter.”

“Haha! Then I’ll keep calling you Captain. It would feel strange not to call the Captain ‘Captain.'”

Ho Young, who had become the First Protector among the Four Great Protectors, approached and spoke.

“What’s the matter?”

“As you instructed, we sent invitations to all nearby sects. Telling anyone who wants to participate in the founding ceremony to come.”

“The Namgung Family and Shandong Ak Family too?”

“They’re our reliable allies, aren’t they? Of course we sent to them first. We already received replies. The Namgung Family said your Elder Brother will come, and from the Shandong Ak Family, that guy Ak Yeonhu will come personally.”

“What about the Zhuge Family?”

“They said they have their own circumstances and can’t attend. However, they said they’d send a gift to congratulate the founding.”

“They’re testing the waters. Well, this level of distance is just right for now.”

Namgung Hyeok chuckled as he listened to Ho Young’s report.

Ho Young spoke with a serious expression.

“The major sects throughout the Central Plains are probably quite confused right now. The Seonghwa Sect, which they only knew from records, has been rebuilt by your hands, Captain.”

“They must be pondering how to react to this.”

“Exactly. The Seonghwa Sect was always a member of the righteous orthodox sects that fought on the front lines against evil, but it was also a powerful force that the established powers wouldn’t welcome. So they must be wondering how to respond.”

“Well, nothing changes just because they’re confused. Is there anything else?”

“Ah, there’s something else to tell you. You’ll probably be surprised when you hear this.”

“What is it?”

At Namgung Hyeok’s question, Ho Young grinned mischievously and said,

“Hehe. A special guest is coming to this founding ceremony.”

A special guest?

* * *

Time passed and the day of the founding ceremony arrived.

Within the grounds of the newly established Seonghwa Sect, countless guests who had gathered from all over Jiangsu Province were present.

“So this is the Seonghwa Sect….”

“Is this the sect that Flame Dragon newly established?”

They examined the interior of the Seonghwa Sect with faces mixed half with curiosity and half with wariness, as if scouting.

And their faces couldn’t help but turn pale.

Just by looking at the individual members, one could tell that the forces gathered at the Seonghwa Sect were extraordinary.

‘This isn’t something to simply dismiss as a newly established sect.’

‘At first I thought it was just a subordinate force of the Namgung Family, but… it’s different!’

The Seonghwa Sect possessed power so formidable that it couldn’t be simply dismissed.

Even each ordinary warrior appeared to be a master of considerable skill.

“Perhaps the Three Powers of Jiangsu might become the Four Powers of Jiangsu.”

When someone spoke, those around them all nodded in unison.

But just then.

“The Namgung Family has arrived!”

“The, the Family Head has come in person!”

Beyond the murmuring crowd, the Pungwoon Unit and Namgung Cheon revealed themselves.

The appearance of the Pungwoon Unit, now promoted to a first-class unit, was truly majestic.

Namgung Cheon also walked in confidently, with no trace of his former sickly appearance.

“You came early.”

“How could I be late on such an important day for you? This is the day when the great undertaking my younger brother has dreamed of begins, so as his elder brother, I cannot be absent.”

Saying this, Namgung Cheon looked around and shouted.

“Numerous heroes and champions of Jiangsu Province, I greet you! I am Namgung Cheon, the Family Head of the Namgung Family. I have come to this place now as the elder brother of Seonghwa Sect Leader Namgung Hyeok and also as the representative of the Namgung Family, which is the Seonghwa Sect’s strongest ally.”

“…!”

“As you all just heard, the Seonghwa Sect will be our Main House’s most reliable blood ally and comrade. The enemies of the Namgung Family will become the enemies of the Seonghwa Sect, and whoever becomes an enemy of the Seonghwa Sect will become an enemy of our Namgung Family. I declare this in the name of the Namgung Family Head!”

“The same goes for our Shandong Ak Family.”

“…!”

Ak Yeonhu, who had arrived at some point, smiled broadly and performed a cupped fist salute toward the surroundings.

“I am Ak Yeonhu, the Young Family Head of the Shandong Ak Family. Though I may not measure up to the Namgung Family Head present here, I too have the authority to represent the Ak Family. As such, I declare: The Seonghwa Sect is an ally of our Shandong Ak Family! The enemies of the Seonghwa Sect will rightfully become the enemies of the Shandong Ak Family!”

“Gasp…!”

Exclamations of shock erupted from here and there.

A blood alliance declaration from the Namgung Family, one of the Ten Great Orthodox Families, and the Shandong Ak Family, which possessed comparable power?

This was not something that could be easily heard and dismissed. It meant that to oppose the Seonghwa Sect, one would essentially have to face those two families.

‘Perhaps not just the Four Powers of Jiangsu….’

‘They might become the hegemon of Jiangsu Province!’

The minds of those gathered there began working frantically.

Namgung Hyeok watched this scene and chuckled softly as he welcomed the two men.

“Such a sudden declaration, I’m surprised.”

“Haha. I thought I should give you at least this much as a gift.”

“That’s right. This is about all we can do for Elder Brother right now.”

Namgung Cheon and Ak Yeonhu said with slight smiles.

Namgung Hyeok looked at Namgung Cheon and asked.

“Aren’t you disappointed that I’m becoming independent with the Seonghwa Sect?”

“It would be a lie to say I’m not disappointed.”

He continued with a broad smile.

“But you’ve always carried your own great undertaking in your heart, haven’t you? Then as your elder brother, I should naturally bless that endeavor. Besides, just because you’re becoming independent doesn’t mean our bond is severed, does it?”

“That’s right.”

“The Pungwoon Unit you personally raised, and the disciples of the Training Hall, still think of you as their leader. If you just say the word, they’ll come running to help you anytime. This is sincere. Probably everyone in the Namgung Family feels the same way.”

“….”

“Move forward without hesitation toward the goal spread before you. And when you need it, ask for our help. Then we will become the strongest spear and shield to protect you.”

Namgung Hyeok bowed his head respectfully with gratitude.

“Thank you, Elder Brother.”

“What’s there to thank me for? These are all the relationships you’ve built up until now. And… that’s not a story limited to just us. Look, see there.”

Namgung Cheon turned his head.

In the distance.

From far away, a command flag with “Northern Sea” written on it could be seen fluttering.

Soon, a woman stepped down from an elegant carriage that was receiving layers of protection.

She approached Namgung Hyeok and performed a precise cupped fist salute.

“Bing Seolhye, Young Palace Master of the Northern Sea Ice Palace, greets her benefactor.”

“…!”

A moment of silence flowed among those attending the founding ceremony.

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