The Youngest Son of the Eunhae Merchant Group - Chapter 641

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The Youngest Son of the Eun Hae Trading Company Chapter 641

Chapter 641. Upheaval in Sichuan Province (4)

As our forces mobilized, the final obstacle blocking our path to the Ami Sect was removed far more swiftly than anticipated.
Thanks to this, I was able to reunite with Sister Hyang-ok.
“Sister!”
“Seo-ho!”
Sister Hyang-ok’s appearance was heartbreaking to witness.
Her clothes were torn and caked with dirt in numerous places, and her hands were covered in wounds.
It spoke volumes about how relentlessly she had been working.
Just as my Aunt had warned—she was pushing herself too hard while helping others.
“Your hands look like this!”
“There was no choice. We had to clear the path as quickly as possible.”
“Is it because of the food shortage?”
“Yes.”
The earthquake damage was less severe than I’d feared, but the food crisis was far more critical than I’d anticipated.
The disciples I’d sent to the Cheongseong Sect had come down to the Provincial Capital precisely to purchase grain.
“Are your legs alright?”
“Yes. They’ve healed completely.”
“That’s a relief.”
If Sister discovered that I’d deliberately feigned a broken leg, all hell would break loose.
I quickly changed the subject.
“We’ve brought grain with us.”
“Thank heavens!”
Just then, Seongbo Wang approached from behind.
“Is this person your sister?”
“Yes, that’s correct. She is Hyang-ok, the eldest daughter of my uncle and a disciple of the Ami Sect.”
I then introduced Seongbo Wang to Sister.
“Sister, this is His Highness Seongbo Wang.”
“Hyang-ok, a disciple of the Ami Sect, pays her respects to His Highness Seongbo Wang.”
Sister bowed respectfully, and His Highness Seongbo Wang accepted her greeting.
“Rise.”
“I am deeply honored by your grace.”
“It’s good to meet you. Is the Ami Sect managing well?”
“Yes. While food is scarce, the damage from the earthquake has been minimal.”
“A blessing amid misfortune, one might say. Then, could you guide me to the Sect Leader?”
“Of course.”

And so we crossed the Ami Sect’s mountain gate and entered their grounds.
The Ami Sect disciples could not hide their joy at the relief supplies we had brought.
Though there were traces of collapsed buildings, the damage was manageable.
Most fortunately, there were remarkably few injured to be seen.
We entrusted the distribution of relief supplies to those who had come with us and the Ami Sect disciples, then proceeded directly to meet the Ami Sect Sect Leader.
“Hyang-ok!”
At that moment, a familiar figure rushed toward Sister Hyang-ok, calling out to her.
Hae Cheong-shin, the Swordmaster of Emotionlessness, whom I had met a few times before.
She was also the master who had led Sister Hyang-ok to the Ami Sect.
Sister Hyang-ok greeted her and then introduced us.
“I will explain the details later. This is His Highness Seongbo Wang.”
“This humble one bows before His Highness Seongbo Wang.”
“Please, rise. It is a pleasure to meet you.”
I spoke to Hae Cheong-shin.
“His Highness wishes to meet with the Sect Leader.”
“Understood. Please follow me.”
We followed her guidance and soon came face to face with the Sect Leader.
The Sect Leader showed proper courtesy to Seongbo Wang as befitted the imperial family, and the imperial prince reciprocated with equal respect.
After all, a Sect Leader of the Ami Sect’s standing was a position worthy of respect even from an imperial prince’s perspective.
“Due to the earthquake that has struck Sichuan Province, my father, the Emperor, has sent my elder brother the Crown Prince and myself here to provide relief to those who suffer.”
“The imperial grace is truly boundless.”
The Ami Sect Sect Leader continued.
“For His Highness the Imperial Prince to show such courtesy to this humble one is more than I deserve.”
“What do you mean? The Sect Leader of the Ami Sect is one who commands the respect of many. I too wish to express my admiration.”
“You honor me.”
Now we were getting to the heart of the matter.
I watched quietly as Seongbo Wang spoke.
“I have heard much of the Ami Sect’s renown. Currently, Sichuan Province suffers greatly as many of its people are afflicted by the earthquake. Thus, I humbly request your assistance in the relief efforts for Sichuan Province.”
“How could there be any hesitation? We too shall roll up our sleeves and dedicate ourselves to Sichuan Province.”
“Your words bring me great comfort and gratitude.”
Thus, the Ami Sect’s support was secured.

The Ami Sect disciples, having regained their strength through the relief supplies we brought, moved about with renewed purpose.
They divided into several groups, and we dispatched two of the relatively weaker martial artists to the Cheongseong Sect.
The rest moved with us and arrived at the Provincial Governor’s residence.
“Has the Crown Prince arrived, sir?”
“Where is my elder brother?”
“I heard he is currently at the Provincial Military Command.”
“I see. Eun Seo-ho and his party cleared the path to the Ami Sect, and came with their support forces.”
“Ah, what a relief!”
The Provincial Governor’s expression brightened.
Soon the group leaders commanding the Ami Sect’s relief forces gathered, and the Provincial Governor issued them instructions.
“First, those with exceptional martial prowess should report to the Inspector.”
“Indeed, the Green Forest Bandits have been causing such trouble that the Inspector has been overwhelmed.”
Just as Seongbo Wang said, such chaos was an opportunity for the bandits.
If a person had a conscience, they would restrain themselves in such circumstances, but if they had a conscience, they wouldn’t live as bandits.
“The rest of you should assist in recovering the surrounding villages.”
“We shall do so.”
I asked the Provincial Governor.
“What can I do to help, sir?”
“You should continue securing the access routes to the isolated villages.”
“Understood.”
I approached Sister Hyang-ok, who was preparing to depart for the Inspector’s command.
Sister was among the Ami Sect’s finest martial artists, having achieved second place at the Martial Arts Grand Conference.
As such, she needed to go where the bandits could be dealt with.
“Sister, Uncle is very worried about you. Please take care of yourself.”
“I will. And….”
Sister hesitated before continuing.
“Thank you for coming to rescue me.”
“Think nothing of it.”
With no time for lengthy conversation, Sister quickly departed with the others.
For some reason, her face seemed a bit flushed….

My party and I devoted ourselves to clearing paths to the villages isolated by the landslide.
In doing so, we gained experience and our efficiency steadily increased.
While we were securing the access route to the fifth village, the Crown Prince came to find me.
“How are things progressing?”
“We bow before Your Highness the Crown Prince!”
We quickly offered our respects, and the Crown Prince waved his hand.
“The situation is far too urgent for such formalities. Until this crisis is resolved, consider your courtesy waived.”
“Your grace is boundless, Your Highness.”
“The Provincial Governor has been singing your praises—thanks to you, the relief efforts for the isolated villages are proceeding remarkably swiftly.”
“I am grateful to be of service.”
“Indeed. Is there anything I might assist you with?”
“We require nothing further. However, if resources permit, I would humbly request support for the Cheongseong Sect.”
“The Cheongseong Sect?”
“Yes. I understand they have suffered considerable damage in this disaster.”
“Ah, that is true.”
“While civilian relief is paramount, the Cheongseong Sect maintains order in that region. I fear that a security vacuum there could prove catastrophic.”
“I understand. I shall see to it at once.”
It was then.
Seo Hyang tugged at my sleeve.
I quickly excused myself and moved to a quiet place with Seo Hyang.
“What is the matter?”
“We must evacuate immediately. Another landslide will occur here due to the tremors.”
“When… did you see this?”
“Soon. I saw the people and His Highness the Crown Prince swept away by the landslide.”
“…!”
What?
If that were to happen, this would be a catastrophe beyond imagination.
If the Crown Prince were swept away by a landslide, the consequences would be unthinkable.
I hurried back and announced to everyone.
“We cease work immediately!”
My shout prompted Seongbo Wang to voice his confusion.
“What is this about? The sun has not yet set. Why do you suddenly halt the work?”
“We have accumulated considerable fatigue from days of continuous labor. I believe it would be wise to rest today and resume tomorrow.”
“If that is your judgment, then so be it. Proceed as you see fit.”
Thus I quickly halted the work and began evacuating the area.
“Your Highness the Crown Prince, Your Highness Seongbo Wang. Please follow me.”
“Very well.”
Having received Seo Hyang’s warning, I could not afford to be careless.
I moved closely at the Crown Prince’s side.
Just as we were nearly clear of the access route under construction.
Thud, thud, thud.
The ground suddenly began to shake.
Just as Seo Hyang had warned, an earthquake was occurring.
“Everyone, lower your stance and maintain your balance!”
I glanced around and saw a torrent of earth cascading down from above.
And of all places, it was directly above the Crown Prince.
Damn it!
I hastily drew my sword and formed a barrier with my inner energy.
“Ugh!”
A groan escaped me involuntarily under the crushing weight of the falling soil.
“Hurry and get to safety!”
“Uh, Eun Small Merchant Leader! What are you—”
“Get to safety now! Guards, what are you doing! Come to your senses and move!”
At my sharp command, the guards of the Crown Prince and Seongbo Wang urgently ushered them away from the area.
Now the problem was how I would escape from this position.
That was when it happened.
Thud, thud, thud.
The ground shook again, and the pressure of the falling earth intensified.
Though I had reached the pinnacle of martial mastery, this was beyond what I could withstand at this level.
I gathered every ounce of my strength and quickly rolled my head away.
If I remained here, even I would be crushed instantly.
What should I do?
“…!”
That was when I realized there was a cliff behind me.
If that was the case, leaping off the cliff would give me far better odds of survival than being buried under this avalanche of soil and rock.
With that decision made, I threw myself backward without hesitation.
Whoosh!
My body launched into the void and began plummeting downward.
“Master!”
“Young Master!”
“Small Merchant Leader!”
Urgent cries and screams calling out to me.
Among them, what I saw was a vine growing along the cliff face.
I need to grab that.
Damn it!
I stretched my hand with all my might, but it was just slightly out of reach.
“Screech!”
That was when someone pushed me from behind.
“Geumryeong?”
“Screeeeech!”
Crack!
Thanks to Geum-ryeong pushing me with all his strength, I barely managed to grab hold of a vine.
I was alive.
“Geum-ryeong. Thank you for helping me.”
“Squeak!”
Of course it was something I had to do? Do you know how frightened I was? If you’re going to attempt something so reckless, at least warn me beforehand?
“I’m sorry. I’ll give you a gold coin later, so don’t be angry.”
I wouldn’t have died from falling here, but I certainly would have been badly injured.
Since he saved me from that fate, I couldn’t begrudge him a gold coin.
“Squeak?”
Really? Then really it is.
At the mention of gold coins, Geum-ryeong’s hindquarters twitched with excitement.
As expected, he liked that.
After holding onto the vine like that for a while, no more earth or rocks fell.
“Master! Are you there? Master!”
The desperate voice of Seo-woo Warrior echoed from above.
I shouted loudly.
“I’m down here!”
“Are you alive?”
“Of course!”
“Thank heavens. Truly… thank heavens. I’m sending down a rope right now.”
Soon a rope descended from above.
I looped the rope’s noose around one leg and gripped it tightly.
“That’s it. Pull me up now!”
The rope rose upward, and I was lifted back onto the cliff.
“Small Guild Master!”
Seo Hyang rushed toward me. And my guards….
“Young Master! Wahhhhh! Oh my! Young Master!”
“Palgap. Can you be a little quieter? My head’s ringing.”
My inner energy had hit rock bottom, and I was physically exhausted as well.
“Wahhhhh! If Young Master had perished, I was planning to level this entire mountain in revenge!”
How fortunate.
Geum-ryeong, you prevented this mountain from disappearing.
“Phew, I’m fine now, so let me go. Your grip on my shoulder is making it hurt even more.”
At my words, Palgap quickly released my shoulder.
“Are you truly uninjured?”
“I’m fine.”
As I brushed the dirt from my body, the Crown Prince and Seongbo Wang approached.
“Are you truly unharmed?”
“Yes. Crown Prince. Seongbo Wang. I have caused you both concern.”
“Don’t say such things! If it weren’t for you, we would have perished without question.”
“Why did you do something so reckless?”
At Seongbo Wang’s question, I scratched my cheek.
“I’m not entirely sure myself. When I came to my senses, I found myself already moving to save both of you.”
My words moved them deeply.
“There’s clearly a reason why you’re called the Immortal Chivalry Beauty. If you weren’t the Immortal Chivalry Beauty, who else could bear such a name?”
“Indeed, there’s a reason I fell for the Great Hero.”
I laughed awkwardly.
After all, I couldn’t very well tell them the truth: ‘If both of you die or get injured, it will become quite troublesome for me.’
“For now, let’s rest today.”
“That sounds good.”
And so we made our way to a nearby village, washed up, and lay down in our chambers.
My shoulders felt a bit stiff, perhaps from moving so vigorously today.
No matter how sturdy a martial artist’s body is, it’s not entirely free from pain.
“Kwui?”
Geum-ryeong climbed onto my belly.
“Kwui! Kwu!”
“Right, I promised you something.”
I pulled out a gold coin from the pouch I’d set beside me and handed it over. Geum-ryeong clutched the gold coin and rolled around on my belly.
Does it really make you that happy?
I love money too, but watching Geum-ryeong makes me feel like I have no greed at all.
“Ugh….”
A groan escaped me as I tried to sit up.
“Kwui?”
Geum-ryeong looked back and forth between me and the gold coin, then swallowed it whole and spoke.
“Kwui! Kwu!”
Hmm? There’s a good place nearby, so I should follow?
I tilted my head in confusion, but with Geum-ryeong speaking so confidently, I couldn’t help but follow.
I prepared myself and followed Geum-ryeong.
Behind me, Palgap and the Guard Warriors followed with solemn expressions.
There was no need to be so serious about it….
I felt a bit guilty.
“Kwui!”
Just then, Geum-ryeong announced we’d arrived.
It was closer than I expected.
With that thought, the moment I approached Geum-ryeong, my eyes went wide.
This place….

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