Chapter 44

Bai Yan spoke up in response to Dan Qing’s question.
“It looks like it’s the Martial Masters.”
“Murimen?”
“They had their weapons and belongings perfectly organized to hide their identity.”
“They even organized their belongings?”
“Yes, sir. However, he was very careful, and all of his items were from the Hao Clan.”
Bai Yan said with conviction.
“Judging by their weapons and belongings, it’s probably one of the squadrons under the musketeers…… Chu Feng or Bi Yun.”
“Hmph.”
Dan Qing muttered as he looked down at his teacup with cold eyes.
“If things get out of hand, it would be perfect to blame it on a non-martial artist’s dogma.”
“Yes. The information about this child must have been leaked by a Martial Saint who was planted earlier.”
“But I don’t understand. This child has only just entered the Nangya Academy.”
“It’s probably because of the rumors that this child’s talent is outstanding.”
Bai Yan let out a deep groan.
“I’m pulling up the roots of the grass before it grows luxuriantly. He’ll be a big enemy in the not-too-distant future.”
“Hmph.”
With a deep sigh, Dan Qing scratched his head.
Even though he hadn’t mastered the martial arts yet……, he had already been stampeded not only by the Ten Doors, but also by the Martial Elders, and even the Martial Blind.
“It can’t be helped.
Dan Qing shook his head in deep thought.
“Heroes must face trials. Even the best iron can’t become a good sword without being beaten.
Trials make us stronger.
Dan Qing had no doubt that the trials that would be thrown at Bu Eun-sul would make him stronger.
And in order to surpass the trials, he had to learn a powerful martial art as soon as possible.
‘It can’t be helped. The time is short, so…… I have no choice but to teach myself martial arts.”
Dan Qing nodded with determination.
“Bu Eunseol. You must master Nangyagak’s True God Martial Art as soon as possible. Do you know it?”
“Of course.”
“Then you’ve already decided who to learn from, right?”
Even as he asked the question, Dan Qing smiled benevolently, as if it were a matter of course.
He had no doubt that he would choose himself.
“I’m…….”
But Bu Eunsul blurted out something else.
“I want to learn martial arts in practice.”
“Huh? Practice?”
“Didn’t you tell me last time that the foundation of practical martial arts is to see a lot and learn from it?”
-The foundation of practical martial arts is the eye. But when you become a master, you will be able to recognize the enemy’s movements by sight, and even adopt their methods in the midst of battle.
Recalling his own words, Dan Qing knitted his brows together.
“So you’re saying that you’ll learn the martial arts by experiencing actual combat?”
“That’s right.”
Bu Eunsul nodded with a somber expression.
“I guess I don’t have…… much time left.”
Red Bing gave Bu Eun-sul three years to master all of Nangyagak’s martial arts.
That also meant that she had far less time than three years.
“If you’re so determined, that’s…… good. But how can you learn martial arts through practical experience?”
Bu Eun-sul spoke as if she had an idea in mind.
“Once, Master Chul told me about Changxin University.”
“Changshindai?”
“Yes. It’s an armed squadron that deals with those who harm or offend the Bon Kak.”
“And?”
Dan Qing raised his eyebrows, and Bu Eunsul spoke calmly.
“Wouldn’t the seniors of the Changxin Academy be the most familiar with the Bone Angle, and I’d like to see them in action.”
“So…… you mean, you’re going to enter Changxin University?”
“Yes.”
Bai Yan, who had been listening, shook his head.
“Bastard. Do you know what kind of place Changshindae is?”
He looked down at Bu Eunseol and said with a solemn expression.
“The Changshindai are the wildest and most ferocious people in the whole world. They especially despise those who have no skill.”
Bai Yan’s expression grew even sterner as he continued.
“Furthermore, their master, Xiao Zhen, is an unspeakable character.”
“I’ve heard that he personally killed Nangyagak’s unskilled disciples.”
Bai Yan opened her mouth in disbelief.
“You’re going in knowing that?”
“I’m going in because I know.”
“You’re full of pride because you have a little talent. What you’re saying is…….”
At this point, Dan Qing, who had been listening in silence, spoke up.
“By the way. Was Fenglai Valley your next target for Changxin University?”
“……Yes.”
“Good, then tell Su Zhen. When we go to Fenglai Valley, tell him to add this guy to the team.”
Bai Yan’s face immediately stiffened.
“You’re right. Don’t you know his temper?”
“I know him well. I’m sending him because I know him well. He’s only a temporary member, not an official.”
“Absolutely not.”
Bai Yan said with a determined expression.
“Even if Xiao Zhen is able to control his temper and accept, this mission is too dangerous for even the members of the Changshin Academy to risk their lives.”
“I’m well aware of that.”
“So you’re still going to send them?”
Dan Qing smirked.
“Bai Yan. Why don’t you try trusting her?”
Bai Yan was silent for a moment.
That was what he had said to Dan Qing before he sent the fluffy snow.
“I trust her judgment. Seeing as how she spoke up so boldly in front of me……, she probably thought about it a lot and thought it had a chance.”
“Mmm.”
Bai Yan sighed with a bitter expression.
Just like the first time she believed in Bu Eunsul’s potential, this time she wanted Dan Qing to believe in it.
“I see.”
Bai Yan clasped her hands together as she stared into Bu Eunseol’s burning eyes.
“I’ll go tell Su Zhen directly.”
* * *
Changxin University.
Nangyagak’s armed force squadron, consisting of thirty people in total.
Each member’s martial arts level is at its peak, and it is said that the martial arts of the captain, Xiao Zhen, and the vice captain, Xue Yun, are comparable to that of a group of losers who wrinkle a province.
But to add Bu Eunsul, who had only just entered the Nangya Palace, to their ranks?
Naturally, Xiao Zhen couldn’t accept this order.
Inside Nangyagak, in the second floor guest room of the Chronicle.
“Are you trying to play games with me?”
Sitting across from Bai Yan in front of the liquor cabinet, the Changxin master glared.
“You’re telling me to take such a brat to Fengliao Valley? You think I’m just a babysitter for a snot-nosed dog?”
Bai Yan shook her head as she looked at Xiao Zhen, who stood up with a stiff beard as if he were the embodiment of equipment.
“It’s a direct order from the Patriarch himself.”
“Then I’ll go see him and refuse in person.”
“That’s not necessary.”
Bai Yan pulled out a plaque with a lone wolf on it from her pocket.
It was the Heavenly Plaque, symbolizing the ruler of Nangyagak.
“This is…….”
Bai Yan said coldly as Xiao Zhen paused.
“I have enough headaches to deal with, and you don’t want to argue with me about this.”
Dan Qing knew that Xiao Zhen would come to argue, so he had even sent the spirit plaque to Bai Yan.
“So you’re saying that I must take that brat with me.”
“Not just any kid.”
Bai Yan gulped down her drink.
“That kid entered the Bloodblood Divine Realm this time, broke the Hua Wu Sword Gate and the White Demon’s plot.”
“Whatever he did, it’s none of my business.”
Su Zhen’s demeanor was resolute, as if he hadn’t yet recognized Bu Eunsul as Nangyagak’s disciple.
“I can’t help it, look at this.”
With a bitter smile, Bai Yan took out a small scroll from her bosom and held it out.
“When the elder brother in the palace saw this child, he sent a note to the main palace, asking for special attention.”
“You mean, the Fourth Prince ……?”
Xiao Zhen’s eyes wavered as he accepted the report.
He was the leader of the Heavenly Qi Party, the commander-in-chief of the Nangyagak.
However, the Demon Lord, who had recognized his exquisite martial arts scholarship, had recruited him as a Demon Lord himself and appointed him to the current position.
Xiao Zhen, in particular, had learned the most martial arts from him, so he was the most loyal to him.
“I can’t help it.”
Xiao Zhen gulped down the liquor on the table.
“No, it’s just as well.”
Wiping his mouth, he picked up the tray and glared at it.
“Not really, kid. I was hoping to see it sooner or later.”
Bai Yan understood his meaning and said firmly.
“He’s come back from the brink of death many times. Don’t even think about taking that test you’re thinking of.”
“Exam? I don’t need to take an exam.”
Taang.
Setting down the treat he was holding, Xiao Zhen bared his fangs and smirked.
“If you can survive this expedition, I will recognize you as Nangyagak’s disciple.”
* * *
Feng Luogong.
A sect offshoot of the cult, the Feng Luogong cultivates martial arts through the use of strong body techniques and human body modification.
The peculiar thing is that the Feng Liu Gong are a bunch of rogues who are shunned even by the Mado.
He was not afraid to kidnap children for research on human body modification and traffick them for money.
For a long time, all the sects of the Feng Clan had been gnashing their teeth because of his misdeeds.
However, the reason why Fengluogong survived was because it was a fortress of great strength.
It is a fortress of great natural beauty, with all sorts of gadgets and memorizations installed, and you have to climb over the sheer cliffs and pass through the Bingzheng Lake to enter.
Even Nangyagak’s Changshindai, a hundred warriors a day, hesitated at the entrance.
“It’s farther than I heard.”
Sheer cliffs.
Xiao Zhen looked at the cliffs on the other side and made an impression.
There was only a single, thick rope between them.
At that moment, the crew member next to him said.
“The bigger problem is that there are huge strong winds blowing around the cloud bridge, and…….”
He pointed to a small building near the opposite cliff.
“That’s where the lookout post is set up.”
The lookout was made of stone, with tiny slits instead of windows.
Presumably, the guard could only see the other side through that tiny slit, to prevent surprise.
“If we show ourselves, the guard inside will just cut our legs off.”
Folding his arms and staring at the cliff, Xiao Zhen narrowed his eyes.
“Qiun.”
“Go ahead.”
“Do you think you can do it?”
“I’ll try.”
With a crooked neck, the vice lord, Ze Yun, took out two leaf-thin yew jade balls from his bosom.
He looked at the guardhouse with very serious eyes.
“Are you saying that you’re going to throw the jade from here?
Bu Eun-sul’s eyes widened as she looked at him.
‘From here to the other side, there are at least seventy pieces. From the other side, the guardhouse looked like a tiny dot.
Moreover, the gap in the guardhouse was so narrow that she could barely see outside. And they’re going to blow it all the way over there with a light yuukibido?
Yikes.
It takes a big stance to throw a memorization that far.
However, Je-woon’s stance didn’t change at all.
‘It’s a deep unity.
Deep unity. A state where the sword and mind are united.
When you reach this state, you are not restricted by your body in the way you throw your sword. Even if you’re sitting or lying down, you can still do it.
‘It’s a good thing you’ve entered the upper echelon of the Hua Wu Sword Gate.
If Bu Eun-sul hadn’t learned the mysteries of swordsmanship from Dan Tianyang, the head of the Upper School, he wouldn’t have been able to savor this kind of mastery.
Pot.
Finally, the Yue Leaf Sword in Qi Yun’s hand shot into the air.
It flew out in two streaks and was sucked right into the gap in the guard post about seventy zhang away.
“…….”
There was silence for a while.
Xiao Zhen, who had been standing still, glanced over at Qi Yun.
“Do you think it’s working?”
“We’ll see.”
He squinted at the outpost.
“Even if the sentry is dead, there could be some kind of device on the rope between the cliffs.”
“I see. We don’t want anything bad to happen.”
Nodding grimly, Xiao Zhen pointed to Bu Eunseol.
“You cross the bridge.”
From his tone and demeanor, it was clear that Bu Eun-sul didn’t recognize Changshin University’s power.
In other words, he was willing to send her to a dangerous place in advance because he didn’t care if she died.
“I understand.”
But Bu Eun-sul didn’t say anything else and stepped forward.
Whirling!
The rope between the cliffs swayed in the strong wind.
Thud.
Stepping onto the rope, Bu Eun-sul took a deep breath and pulled her inner ball up.
The rope swayed in the strong winds, and she couldn’t cross it without using the soles of her feet to absorb it.
Ssshhhhh.
Bu Eun-sul walked on the rope with a very cautious expression.
If she made a mistake, she would fall off the cliff and crush her body.
“You’re quite strong.”
Je-un, who was watching, exclaimed in admiration.
“I can see that you’re able to utilize the rope and use your suction to your advantage.”
Xiao Zhen didn’t reply, just watched wordlessly.
About halfway through, Bu Eun-sul, who had been moving slowly but steadily, step by step, was about halfway up,
A clatter.
Suddenly, the wall of one of the buildings near the outpost opened,
Boom!
Suddenly, a swarm of bee-like memorization covered Buunseol’s entire body.