Chapter 20

A stone gate in Hunan Province.
A small city not far from the border with neighboring Hubei Province to the north.
With its tributaries of the Yangtze River, branch lines of the Guandao Road, and the waterways of Dongzheng Lake, it has long been a center of commerce for minor powers.
There was never a strong player, and there was never a weak player.
As a result, the balance of power was highly contested, and conflicts of interest were common.
However, in recent years, Mumun has begun to rapidly increase in popularity.
It was the Danglangmu, a faction of the Sapa faction that uses the mantis symbol as its emblematic cover.
Over the past year, Wenzhou Danglang Senggum Zhao Zhongneng has injected funds into major shopping districts to build a semi-monopolistic marketplace, and has managed to stay a few steps ahead of the pack.
It was such an aggressive expansion that most people believed that in time, the top sect within the Shrine would be Tang Lang Muen.
Barring some sort of natural disaster, it will continue to grow in power and eventually overrun neighboring cities.
And so, the Martial World within the stone gate was slowly cracking.
* * *
A moon-drenched night.
Located on the western outskirts of the Seokmun Gate, Dangrangmuwon was showing off its changed status today, with its Chapter fully lit.
Not far from him, in an alleyway, a twenty-something man in a navy blue shirt quietly appeared.
He was a young man with a clean-cut appearance and a gun in his eye.
There was nothing identifying about his simple nighttime attire.
The only thing that reminds him that he is unarmed is the hilted sword in one hand.
“Let’s do one last check.
After repeatedly checking that the alley was deserted, the young man kicked the cobblestone floor and leaped, landing on the fence of a nearby house.
His form was obscured by the cool shadows cast by the bright moonlight.
Pot, pot-!
The young man executed a series of leopard-like strikes to reach the top of a large tree by the fence, then crouched down and peered over the edge.
The view was of the interior of the dangrangmuwon.
It was familiar.
Ever since I arrived at the gate ten days ago, I’ve been disguised as a streetwalker during the day to gather information about Tang Langmu, and at night to spy on the inner workings of the facility.
The purpose is simple.
It’s about trying to sneak inside at the right time, or more precisely, it’s about getting your hands on something you really need.
Currently, there seemed to be quite a few guards around the main gate, but it wasn’t to the point of being overwhelming, as there was a group of people who were soaking wet.
Even the most prestigious Great Clan in the Martial Realm is hardly perfect when it comes to night watchmen, and it’s hard to imagine a force less than that.
We’ve been keeping an eye out for gaps.
You notice that the group in charge of the eastern perimeter mission is a little less disciplined than the others.
The groups all over the grounds are rotated in sequence around midnight, which is when you can sneak in and come out with what you want.
Of course, this was easier said than done.
The infiltration process itself is a delicate one, and unexpected variables can arise, or you can be caught off guard and face a crisis.
You should still do it.
It’s important for him to fulfill his deepest dreams.
“Tonight, let’s make it happen!
The young man stroked the hilt of his sword as if he had made up his mind.
Bumpy knuckles like they’ve done a lot of rough work.
It’s a testament to a blooming kendo practice, and a sign that Ilshin’s martial arts prowess may be beyond his apparent age.
“I’m going to get this done somehow, and I’m going to get my aunt’s approval, and I’m going to get what I want!
Biting his lip, he steeled his resolve and turned to head back down the tree.
Doo-doo-doo-doo…… Doo-doo-doo-doo……
A vibration-like phenomenon was detected in the distance, a series of rumbles on the ground.
“What is it?
Then the vibrations grew rapidly closer, and a human figure appeared in the alleyway, accompanied by a gust of wind.
Kakakakakakakakak-!
Soon, the human stood still, scratching deeply at the stone floor, and the only sign of life was iron currents and sour wind.
The young man buried himself further among the branches.
‘Before you know it……!
I was stumped.
The speed with which the inhumans were able to close in on him as soon as they sensed his presence was phenomenal.
The wind pressure was so strong that even the large tree he was hiding behind was swaying lightly from side to side…….
Even the legendary Red Tomah of ancient times couldn’t have been that fast.
As Xin Feng snorted and puffed out his breath, Chu Liuhui stared at the Tang Clan members beyond the alleyway.
Statically locked spaces.
The young man muttered under his breath.
“He must be some kind of big shot to be driving a horse like that.
Why did I suddenly stop where I was going anyway?
It just so happens to be in an alley right under the tree he’s hiding behind.
Suddenly.
Chulleuhyeon’s gaze drifted to the large tree by the fence.
“Is there something in there?”
With a clear voice, he pointed his finger at the Tang Rangmuwon just beyond the alley.
At the same time, the young man’s dark brown pupils fluttered transparently.
“You’ve read my aura? You’re a man of considerable aura!
I hid, even erasing my breathing just in case, but I didn’t expect to be found out so easily.
My thoughts became complicated.
Is he a Taj Maharishi invited by the Tang, or is he just here on business?
Since there are no people around, it’s clear that the question was directed at you.
‘If you’re from a faction that has close ties to the Tang family…….’
If so, I need to knock them down before they do my job.
Just then, Chul Ryu-Heon’s voice tapped on my ear again.
“Don’t worry, don’t be alarmed, I didn’t find you as a favor.”
“……!”
“Whatever you do, I’m not going to get involved. But wait until I’m done with you first.”
The young man didn’t know whether to respond or not.
‘Hmm, the way you’re talking, it doesn’t sound like you have good feelings for him…….’
Anyway, we can’t wait any longer.
No concessions.
There are no guarantees, but since you’ve already made up your mind, you should finalize it tonight.
Shhh.
The young man soon pulled out a mask from his bosom and covered his face, then unfolded his jinggong and let it fall down.
papot- -P
Soon he was squatting on the fence, his face buried in the shadows.
“Nonpartisan?”
“Since you ask, you must be nonpartisan.”
“…….”
“If I had a gut feeling he was an asshole, I wouldn’t have talked to him in the first place.”
The young man stared at him as if engaged in a probing battle, then nodded and took the word.
“You’re right, I’m not Safa. I won’t reveal my identity.”
“Have it your way.”
“For the record, I’ve waited many days for this night, and I don’t know what happened, but why don’t you be considerate for once?”
“You want me to give way?”
“I’m sorry, ……, but I have special circumstances, and my job comes first.”
The young man replied firmly, gripping the hilt of his sword slightly.
It was a statement of intent that if they continued to be stubborn, I would use force to subdue them and then go about my business.
In reality, the iron stain was weak.
“Sounds pretty desperate.”
“Yes. Even if it means disrespecting you right now, I will…… my will.”
“Let me guess? You’re trying to sneak in and steal something, right?”
“……!”
“Surprised?”
“How did you know that?”
“Pretense is pretense. Your eyes are not those of a vengeful, murderous man.”
“Wait, so your work is similar to mine……?”
“No.”
Chullehorn stretched and stood up.
“I plan to make a mess.”
The young man looked dumbfounded.
“What, you’re making a mess?
I’m not sure what that means exactly.
He shrugged, unconcerned by the iron stains.
“In other words, I’m going to make a mess. I have a way.”
For a moment, the young man’s complexion stiffened.
‘Huh, a mess…… I can’t let this go before it ruins things even more! I have no choice but to interrupt!’
He quickly drew his sword and slammed it against the fence.
Pod-!
Agile unshin, concise swordsmanship.
He dug his horse’s flank into the side of the iron stream.
He was going to unleash his sword winds, target his bloodline, and immobilize him.
Moment.
Bam!
With a stinging thud, the young man was jerked backward in an instant, slamming his back against the wall.
“Ugh!”
Before he knew it, he had drawn his sword and was in the clutches of the Iron Ripple.
A gleam of disbelief filled the young man’s eyes as he sank to his knees.
“Oh my God, I couldn’t even see the sword move!
I didn’t realize there was such a huge disparity in speed and power between the two swordsmen, despite their similar ages.
The tingling pain that runs down his arm is a testament to his opponent’s strength.
‘What a master! Even exceeded my expectations…….’
I think I cracked my wrist bone a little bit.
For a pittance.
That made it all the more shocking.
That you’re not actually sewage.
He was a skilled swordsman from a young age, with a skill that he considered to be superior.
The peer reviewed indexes were within a dozen or so knees.
But what did he look like and how did he subdue her like a child because she was a monster who ate him?
Chulhuen sheathed his sword expressionlessly.
“You seem to be pretty good with a knife for your age.”
‘It’s only a day’s work…….’
The young man was not at all pleased with the compliment.
“Anyway, I’m not in the mood for pecking order, so I’m going to put you in the middle of this mess.”
“What’s that……?”
“I’ll get you what you want. I promise, it won’t take long.”
“……!”
The young man’s eyes widened in surprise.
“What is my confidence?
Chulleuhyeon urged with a grim expression.
“I’m busy, so take your pick: you’re going to try to build your future with an injured hand, or you’re going to walk away with my help.”
“Gee, are you sure you can do……?”
“Sure.”
“May I ask what exactly you plan to do with the dustup?”
“You’re not going to hurt yourself, just know that.”
The young man thought for a moment, then nodded slightly.
“Hmm…… okay, I’ll take a gamble now that I’m in this position, and I won’t blame you if it doesn’t work out, it’s the price of following my gut anyway.”
“What’s a failure, get in the back.”
The young man quickly sheathed his sword and mounted his horse.
“Hold on tight, the wind is faster than a bird.”
“Xinfeng, that’s a pretty cool name. By the way, why do you keep saying half a word at the beginning of……?”
“Because they deserve it.”
“Some basic mutual courtesy would be…….”
“I’m higher than your great-great-great-grandfather.”
“…….”
The young man stared in disbelief.
I don’t think Amman is crazy, and I’m wondering if he has a ridiculously high allocation?
At that moment, Chuliu Hsin stared at Tang Lang Muan and grabbed the reins.
“Attack it head-on.”
The starry-eyed young man’s face turned white.
“Hmph! Now, wait a minute, you don’t mean you’re going to march straight into Tang Langmuen? No matter how good you are, you can’t handle all those people…….”
“Warts and all, trample them underfoot.”
“Hey, maybe we should discuss this again!”
“Let’s go!”
With a shout of iron flows, Xin Feng broke through the stone floor, galloping at a terrifying pace.
Doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-!
The young man’s eyelids fluttered open as a gust of wind slammed into the front door of the Tang Lang Village.
Boom!
The door shattered like a giant artillery shell.
Wazzy String-!
Part of the wall on either side collapsed like a sandcastle with a loud crackling sound.
Warrrrr, warrrrr……
The Chronicle of the Reincarnated Divine Sword – Chapter 21 (21 of 552)