The Youngest Son of the Eunhae Merchant Group - Chapter 567

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The Youngest Son of the Eun Hae Trading Company Chapter 567

Chapter 567. One Big Score (2)

Watching me, Palgap asked a question, and I silently pointed ahead with my finger.
At this, Palgap looked forward and flinched, then began backing away slowly.
“Why are you doing that?”
“Sister Hyang-ok frightens me just as much, sir.”
Unlike my previous life, my martial prowess far exceeded Sister Hyang-ok’s.
Yet this instinctive fear was unavoidable.
Especially when witnessing her shake a blood-soaked man back and forth.
Looking at the harsh words Sister spat at him and the other Ami Sect disciple standing nearby with a flushed face, the situation became crystal clear.
That man must have made improper advances toward the Ami Sect disciples.
The murmurs of the surrounding crowd confirmed it.
“Tsk, tsk. That’s why you shouldn’t make advances toward the Ami Sect’s female cultivators….”
“Especially when the Frost Sword Female Cultivator is present.”
Frost Sword Female Cultivator.
That was Sister Hyang-ok’s title.
And right now, Sister was proving her title abundantly.
Whee-eek! Whee-eek!
At that moment, a group came rushing over with the sound of a whistle.
Judging by the uniforms they wore, they appeared to be one of the patrol squads organized by the Murim Alliance to maintain order.
But one of the squad members looked oddly familiar… Oh my!
Upon spotting me, he called out with a delighted expression.
“Who might this be? Aren’t you the Seonhyeop Mirang Great Swordmaster?”
“Haha. Oh, it’s been quite a while.”
“Yes. Have you been well? To meet the Great Swordmaster here! What else could this be but fate’s design?”
“How embarrassing. By the way, are you serving with the patrol squad at this Martial Arts Grand Conference?”
“Yes. Since we needed to expand the patrol squad personnel compared to the Yongbong Martial Arts Tournament, I was included as well.”
“I see.”
I quickly continued speaking.
“Your arrival is perfectly timed. This is my elder sister. She is currently training with the Ami Sect.”
Sister Hyang-ok had already set down the man whose collar she’d been shaking and introduced herself with a composed demeanor.
“It’s a pleasure to meet you. I am Hyang-ok of the Ami Sect.”
Sister….
With blood droplets splattered across your face, composure doesn’t quite come across, if I’m being honest.
But I deliberately refrained from voicing that observation.
“I am Won Eop, Chief of the Yong-a Division’s Sixth Squad. I hail from the Hwangshan Wonmun, a family that claims Huangshan as its courtyard.”
After exchanging greetings, Sister Hyang-ok asked me a question.
“It seems you’re acquainted with my cousin.”
“Yes. We worked together on a mission before. Thanks to the Great Hero, we were able to complete it safely.”
That story would be too long and tedious to recount.
I quickly changed the subject.
“Chief Won. This man insulted my sister. Isn’t that right, Sister?”
“Yeah, that’s right.”
Sister Hyang-ok nodded in agreement.
“We were walking down the street when he started harassing us.”
Tsk, tsk.
No matter where you go, there are always people like that.
Chief Won fixed the man with a cold stare, then bowed respectfully to us.
“Leave it to me. I will ensure this scoundrel receives proper punishment.”
“Thank you.”
I continued speaking.
“Men like this should have their portraits drawn and posted throughout Luoyang.”
“Well said. I shall take my leave now to deal with this matter.”
He dragged away the man whom Sister Hyang-ok had beaten to a pulp on that rainy day and returned to the Murim Alliance.
“By the way, Seo-ho. You’ve come again this time.”
“Yes, that’s how it turned out.”
“I heard you came to Sichuan because of Elder Brother Jung-ho. He nearly got into serious trouble, didn’t he?”
She was referring to the incident when Elder Brother Jung-ho fell into the water while trying to rescue the Young Miss of the Mingming Trading Company.
“That’s right.”
“Still, I’m glad he was found safely. I heard you played a major role. You’re truly dependable.”
“Thank you for the praise.”
I smiled and bowed, then carefully asked my sister a question.
“Sister, are you also participating in the Martial Arts Grand Conference?”
“Of course!”
“Please take care of yourself. But did you come with Hae Cheong-shin this time as well?”
“Yes. Master and the Sect Leader came with us too.”
As expected, the Martial Arts Grand Conference.
It truly was an event where the great powers gathered.
The Martial Arts Grand Conference, held once every nine years, was the largest event in the martial world, bringing together the leaders of each sect and family.
Because of this, the duration was quite lengthy, and during that time, conferences on major issues among the leaders and martial competitions among the heirs were held.
Among these, the martial competition of the heirs held the greatest significance.
Though there was certainly an intention to dilute public attention from the results of the conferences.
Unlike the Yongbong Martial Arts Tournament, the Martial Arts Grand Conference had no restrictions on participation qualifications.
Because of this, many people of insufficient skill participated.
Usually, in such cases, they were eliminated outside the arena out of mercy, but sometimes this didn’t happen or couldn’t happen.
As a result, there were cases where people suffered serious injuries or died.
Thus, it became customary for only martial artists of peak realm and above to participate.
The Martial Arts Grand Conference was originally intended to foster camaraderie through martial competition, but at some point it transformed into a matter of pride between the various sects and martial families.
Consequently, while there are no age restrictions, it also became customary for Noble Heirs to compete.
In any case, the response has become extraordinarily heated—putting the Yongbong Martial Arts Tournament to shame.
In other words, this is an opportunity to strike it rich!
Without realizing it, a smile had spread across my face, and Elder Sister tilted her head curiously.
“Why are you grinning like that?”
“I’m pleased to see you, Elder Sister. In any case, please be careful.”
“Don’t worry.”
This won’t do.
I should prepare Geum-ryeong’s special golden wound salve for Elder Sister as well.
“Which inn are you staying at currently?”
Since the Ami Sect had no residence like a manor in Luoyang, they lodged at an inn.
“The inn we stayed at before.”
“Was it the Yu-wol Inn?”
“That’s right. We have a contract with the main organization there.”
Ah! So the Ami Sect resolved their lodging by contracting with inns.
“Understood. Then I shall visit you again next time.”

I returned to the Yeon Pung Inn.
Upon entering, my Father, Mother, and the rest of our Merchant Guild were seated on the first floor.
Now that I thought about it, it was dinner time.
I approached Mother immediately and greeted her.
“Mother, you must have had a difficult journey.”
“You’ve worked hard too. But you said you were visiting the Jegal Family Estate—you’re quite late.”
“Yes. The conversation took longer than expected. And on the way back, I also met Sister Hyang-ok.”
At my words, Mother’s eyes brightened.
“Oh my, is that so? It seems Hyang-ok will be competing this time as well.”
“Yes, she will.”
In the meantime, Yu Dae-ik whispered something to Father, and they both left their seats.
“Sit down for a moment. Let’s talk before dinner.”
“Yes.”
I sat obediently before Mother.
“I’ve heard there have been various incidents. Particularly, I understand you were the one who caught the murderer from the Poetry Competition incident in Beijing.”
I gave Mother a brief account of the events that had transpired.
Of course, leaving out what needed to be left out.
There were secrets involved, but telling her everything would certainly only worry her.
Mother came to Luoyang for reasons similar to Father’s.
The Martial Arts Grand Conference draws numerous sect and family members.
Naturally, most of the Merchant Guild Leaders from the Top Hundred Merchant Guilds also attend.
That’s why they gathered in Luoyang to build connections and conduct business with one another.
During such occasions, each family’s lady of the house would also attend, mingling and fostering goodwill among themselves.
Such gatherings must be quite exhausting and demanding….
Mother tilted her head as she looked at me.
“Why that expression?”
“Pardon?”
“You suddenly wore such a sorrowful look.”
Mother truly sees through everything.
“I was just thinking how much you must be struggling. If you hadn’t married Father, you would have been treated well as the lady of a martial family.”
“Don’t say such things. I have no regrets about marrying your father. And….”
Mother smiled brightly as she spoke.
“I have a truly splendid son who has been of great help.”
“Pardon?”
“Seonhyeop Mirang, of course.”
Ah, I see.
I immediately grasped Mother’s meaning.
In this moment, I felt a deep sense of pride in bearing the title of Seonhyeop Mirang.
Just then, Father returned.
“Shall we have dinner now? Have you ordered the food?”
“Ah, not yet.”
I called the Shop Attendant and ordered some simple dishes.
The others seemed to have already placed their orders.
“Ah, I forgot to mention something.”
“Yes? What is it, Father?”
“Do you know Young Master Yun Sung-jin of the Jin So-yun Family?”
“Ah… He’s someone I rescued not long ago.”
One of those I had found imprisoned in the Black Cat Sect Prison on my way to the Jegal Family Estate.
Since I had just mentioned this to Mother, I let out a relieved breath.
If I hadn’t informed her beforehand, it could have been a disaster.
“His family sent five hundred silver taels. They said it was a reward.”
“I see.”
Since I had anticipated that our Merchant Guild would receive a reward, I nodded calmly.
But I couldn’t help being surprised by Father’s next words.
“So I deposited it at the Geumsan Money Exchange under your name.”
“What?”
“And several families and sects have sent hundreds of taels each. Combined, it amounts to over ten thousand taels. I’ve deposited all of that at the Geumsan Money Exchange under your name as well.”
“You’re not using it for the Merchant Guild’s funds?”
“These are personal rewards you received. It’s only right that you keep them as your own, not the Merchant Guild’s.”
Father’s expression was serious.
Hearing him say that, I felt truly grateful.
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Two days later.
I headed to the Murim Alliance with my Father.
Today was the day to select locations in the Commercial District.
Soon after we arrived at the Murim Alliance and approached the gate, the Gate Keepers crossed their spears to block our path.
“What brings you here?”
My Father responded.
“We’ve come to select a location in the Commercial District.”
“Please show your identification tokens.”
We each produced our tokens and handed them over for inspection.
However, as the Gate Keeper examined my token, his expression shifted subtly, and he muttered to himself.
“Eun Seo-ho… I feel like I’ve heard that name somewhere before.”
He must not have worked at the Murim Alliance for very long.
If he had several years of service, he would recognize the name immediately.
Not to boast, but I’m quite well-known.
That was when it happened.
“Wait! Who is this? Aren’t you the Seonhyeop Mirang Great Swordmaster?”
A figure came rushing out from inside.
Who was that?
Ah, I remember now.
He was the one who summoned people related to the golden statue theft incident.
The one who tried to forcibly take me away, but I made him step on the League Master’s letter as intended, forcing him to show proper respect.
What was his name again?
Since I can’t recall it, it seems he never introduced himself to me.
Well, it doesn’t matter. I’ll just greet him with a smile.
“What a pleasant surprise to meet you here!”
“What brings you to this place?”
“This is the reason.”
I showed him the document bearing the League Master’s official seal, with footprints still clearly visible on it.
“Gasp!”
He was startled and began sweating profusely.
“That is… well, you see…”
“Please don’t worry. I’m not the type to hold grudges over such mistakes.”
“Thank you, Great Swordmaster. And the person beside you is?”
“My Father.”
“So you’re Spring Commander! It’s an honor to meet you. I’m Wang Gu, Third Chief of the Martial Alliance Guard Division.”
Ah, so he’s Wang Gu.
I’m hearing his name for the first time now.
“It is my first time meeting you. I am Eun Gil-sang, Merchant Guild Leader of the Eun Hae Trading Company.”
Wang Gu, the Jo Jang, barked fiercely upon seeing the Gate Keepers holding our identification tokens.
“What are you all doing?”
“We are currently conducting an entry inspection!”
“An entry inspection? Do you know who this person is and still speak such nonsense? This is the Great Hero from the Yongbong Martial Arts Tournament, Seonhyeop Mirang Great Swordmaster! His very presence guarantees his identity—an entry inspection? A strict entry examination?”
They startled and hastily returned our tokens.
“W-we apologize for the rudeness.”
“Forgive us for not recognizing you!”
This is why one must rise in status to be treated with respect.
Father and I retrieved our tokens and entered, receiving their courteous deference.
“Ah, but what became of that thief?”
Wang Jo Jang answered my question.
“We still haven’t found him. In the meantime, he sent a warning letter threatening to steal the Namgung Family’s treasures, so part of the Tiger Correction Squad was dispatched there, but it turned out to be a dead end.”
“My goodness, so that’s what happened.”
“Moreover, the investigation has essentially been suspended due to the Martial Arts Grand Conference.”
“I see. So you haven’t grasped any leads at all?”
He nodded with a dark expression at my question.
“That’s correct. We have no theories whatsoever. We can only speculate that a thief who has reached the realm of the Theft Deity has appeared.”
“Indeed, that would be a reasonable assumption at such a level.”
“That’s why people are calling him the One-Stone Theft Deity.”
So a single stone I left behind connected to all of this.
– Geum-ryeong. Rejoice. You have earned the title of One-Stone Theft Deity.
– Chirp? Chirp! Chirp!
Ah…
A stone in his title—he’s displeased?
But diamonds, the jewels of jewels, as well as jade and rubies are ultimately just stones too.
“I shall take my leave now to attend to my duties. I hope you have a pleasant time.”
“Then I shall see you next time.”
As he departed, Father quietly asked me.
“How did you come to know him?”
“I’ll tell you later.”
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Soon we arrived at the Seat Selection Hall in the Commercial District.
Upon entering, many merchants were already gathered waiting.
We exchanged greetings with those we knew.
While there were some people we needed to approach and greet, far more came to us to pay their respects.
Shortly after, several Warriors and a Scholar entered.
It seems the one who conducted the seat selection at the Yongbong Martial Arts Tournament had his head removed.
True enough—getting caught embezzling from the Murim Alliance’s coffers and still drawing breath? That’s nothing short of a miracle.
“We shall now commence the seating arrangements for the Commercial District of the Martial Arts Grand Conference.”
He outlined several important matters.
“Simply draw a numbered token from the vessel. Before that, however….”
He spoke while regarding Father and me.
“In accordance with the League Master’s promise, the Eun Hae Trading Company shall select your seating first.”

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