Chapter 213: Chapter 213

At one time, the Black Wind Divine Demon, he was always aloof.

Around the time when the Heavenly Mountain Demonic Cult did not even exist, this land was truly a place where the stench of blood never ceased. Not a single person was able to build a faction, but those overflowing with ambition and power gathered to shed blood.

This land was a place for martial artists, a living hell where those who did not know how to hold a sword dared not even approach.

In such a place, the Black Wind Divine Demon made a name for himself.

He did not display his strength simply to fulfill his desires.

At first, it was for the reason of ending this bloody hell and making it a land where people could live like any other place.

He defeated everyone who boasted of their power back then, and as he began to make a name for himself, the number of people kneeling before him grew one by one.

It was also around that time that he got to know Cheon Mu-gwang, who was now called one of the Three Heavens.

At that time, Cheon Mu-gwang was weak compared to the Black Wind Divine Demon, and his loyalty was also strong.

Under those circumstances, he heard a rumor.

A rumor about a man called the Martial God who had appeared in the Central Plains.

A man who defeated countless experts and stained the world with blood.

The Martial God, the Limitless Divine Demon, the Fighting Ghost, and so on.

There were so many titles attached to his name that they were countless.

It was also around that time that he learned of the name Blood Demon.

And taking an interest in them was the mistake of the Black Wind Divine Demon.

It was when he had pacified this land, established the Demonic Cult, and believed his strength was the greatest under heaven.

Since he had unified a place called a living hell, there was no way his pride would not pierce the heavens.

The Black Wind Divine Demon moved with his subordinates to execute the first conquest of the Central Plains in the history of the Demonic Cult, and his greatest objective was to defeat the one called the Limitless Divine Demon and make him a servant, or cut off his head.

In order to prove that he was the greatest under heaven.

There was no entity capable of blocking the advance of the Demonic Cult.

Although there were many outstanding masters in the Central Plains, they could not unite as a single force, and there was no figure to step forward and lead them.

They had no choice but to be helplessly defeated, and the momentum of the Demonic Cult indeed pierced the sky, seeming as if it would swallow the entire Central Plains in an instant.

Then they encountered him.

The moment numerous cultists were trying to enter Sichuan through the path leading from Qinghai to Sichuan, there was a man sitting leisurely in the middle of the road.

As if proving he was the Heavenly Killing Star, his red eyes shone brightly, and his face did not lose its composure even with countless cultists and the Black Wind Divine Demon before his eyes.

Looking at the approaching cultists with a bored expression while tinkering with the sword he had neatly laid down, that sight was still unforgettable.

It was the moment when the Black Wind Divine Demon, who possessed the confidence that he would never lose to anyone, felt frightened for the first time in his life by someone he had not even fought.

“Huu…”

The Black Wind Divine Demon let out a long breath and leaned back.

Thinking of that time, it was still terrible.

He had lost half of his high-spirited forces, and the Black Wind Divine Demon had also suffered a serious internal injury in that battle. All of those things had happened solely because of one person.

Although the Black Wind Divine Demon tried to surpass the Blood Demon out of hatred for him, even now, he merely trembled in fear against the Martial God.

‘The Blood Demon I saw upon opening my eyes anew was certainly strong, but…’

After contemplating something, the Black Wind Divine Demon soon sighed.

What was the point of thinking about such things now?

Now, accumulating power to kill the Blood Demon who had disgraced him was his sole goal.

Even if he had to stain this Central Plains with blood once again in the process!

Kreeeak!

At that moment, although no one had been called, the door of the room where he was sitting opened.

Someone could be seen entering the spacious inner chamber.

Step, step.

The sound of footsteps shattered the quiet silence in an instant.

In an instant, the Black Wind Divine Demon’s eyes shook greatly.

His hand, which had intended to kill the one approaching without permission, stopped as if it had turned to stone, and not a single word could come out of his mouth.

Although the inside was certainly dark, the darkness was not a problem at all in recognizing him.

The Black Wind Divine Demon swallowed hard at the clearly revealed appearance of his opponent.

“Why are you…”

The one he thought he would never see again.

The one who taught him fear and terror for the first time in his life.

The one who was revered by all martial artists a thousand years ago.

The Black Wind Divine Demon’s hand began to tremble violently.

To the point where he could not even tell if this was a dream or reality.

No, thinking that it must be an illusion, he tried to gather his senses, but rather, as his mind became clearer, he was forced to face the fact that this was reality.

“It has been a long time. Is this the first time we’re seeing each other’s faces in a thousand years?”

Dan Woo-hyun’s voice dragged the Black Wind Divine Demon back to reality.

* * *

Viewed from afar, the Heavenly Mountain Demonic Cult was quiet as could be. It remained so unchanged that it did not even seem as if anything was happening inside.

However, Namgung So-hye, who was observing the place, had a very serious expression.

The demon-subduing palace where a hundred thousand demons gathered.

Since only three people had entered such a place, she seemed to be filled with anxiety, wondering if something might happen.

Ultimately unable to bear it any longer, Namgung So-hye picked up her sword.

“We should help…”

“Don’t talk nonsense.”

Gwon Mu-jin shook his head at Namgung So-hye, who was about to rush off right away.

A sneer was hanging on his face.

He was clearly laughing at Namgung So-hye.

Namgung So-hye frowned and looked at him.

At that moment, another voice chimed in.

“That is true. We would be lucky if we did not just get in the way by going. Could we even do anything?”

Jang Sam-tae muttered while building a campfire.

Since it was about time for the day to end, he seemed to be preparing dinner for those who would return soon. At that relaxed appearance, Namgung So-hye wore an exasperated expression.

Except for herself, everyone seemed to believe that nothing would happen.

“Why do you think our Master brought us all the way here?”

“That is because… he needs power…?”

At Namgung So-hye’s answer, Gwon Mu-jin and Jang Sam-tae shook their heads.

She was certainly an outstanding woman, but she still lacked the eyes to read the situation.

“How foolish!”

“What did you say!?”

“Think a little, you fool! Are your grandfather and Elder Sama just ordinary masters? They are incredibly great masters. On top of that, even our Master! When these three are doing something, would they need our power?”

That was of course not the case.

Namgung So-hye also knew that, but if so, why on earth had they brought them along?

They could have just left the manor in their care and gone by themselves as before.

Namgung So-hye wore a strange expression.

At that, Jang Sam-tae pounded his chest as if frustrated.

“Oh, you frustrating person.”

He pointed at So-mi, who was sleeping due to the grueling journey.

“We came along to play the role of that child’s nanny. In case something unexpected happens when the Master is not around, we are to protect So-mi and buy time.”

“Huh?”

“You did not even know that?”

“Ah, no, how could I know such a thing?”

“The answer is obvious just by looking! Anyway, do not worry even if you die. The Master will avenge us.”

Namgung So-hye pinched the bridge of her throbbing nose.

Thinking about it calmly, Jang Sam-tae’s words seemed to make sense. He was a person with an extraordinary affection for So-mi, after all.

However, it was an infuriating treatment in its own way.

“If that is the case, they should not have brought So-mi along, right?”

“You know nothing of a parent’s heart.”

Gwon Mu-jin sighed.

“What… What do you mean?”

“It is a very long distance from Yueyang to Tianshan. Would it not be more anxiety-inducing to be separated from the child for such a long time?”

“Ugh…”

“Do you understand a bit now?”

“I do not know!”

Ultimately receiving criticism from the two of them, Namgung So-hye entered the hut with a fully flushed face.

The two of them chuckled.

“I am worried about the future of the Namgung Family, truly worried.”

“Do not be like that. She is just young and lacks experience.”

Gwon Mu-jin smiled while looking in the direction where Namgung So-hye had disappeared. She would also get better as she grew up.

At that moment, Jang Sam-tae’s strange gaze fixed on him.

Gwon Mu-jin frowned.

“What is it now?”

“Do you perhaps like her?”

Grin, grin.

Jang Sam-tae twitched the corners of his mouth as if he had caught a weakness.

Gwon Mu-jin silently looked at Jang Sam-tae.

Indeed, sometimes, really sometimes, he wanted to pull that guy’s tongue out.

If he were not someone living in the same place and trusted by Dan Woo-hyun, Gwon Mu-jin would have killed him several times over.

“Forget it. Conversing with you is only my loss.”

“It is not like I said anything wrong…”

“You might actually die if you keep that up.”

“Do you not know that I already die two or three times every day in words?”

“Sigh…”

In the end, Gwon Mu-jin was the one who raised his hands in surrender.

There was nothing to gain from arguing with that fellow’s tongue. The only one getting angry would be himself, after all.

Unless he pulled out that three-inch tongue of his, that is.

Boom!

Right at that moment.

An explosion that had not been heard until now resounded from a long distance away.

They turned their gazes in surprise.

The massive pavilion located in the center when looking down at the Heavenly Mountain Demonic Cult from here.

At a glance, the Heavenly Demon Pavilion, the residence of the Cult Leader, was currently collapsing with a rumble.

Watching that scene, everyone gasped.

For such a large building to collapse all at once, just how fierce of a battle were they fighting?

“That is…”

Ma Jang-gang swallowed hard and looked at that place.

Before he knew it, cold sweat was trickling down his face. That was how terrifying the internal energy felt.

Jang Sam-tae watched the spectacle until the end without taking his eyes off it, even as the corners of his mouth trembled.

He felt a sense of relief wash over him.

None of the orthodox Martial World factions that dominated most of the Central Plains could even set foot in the headquarters of the Demonic Cult.

Yet, that man Dan Woo-hyun had not only entered the Demonic Cult but had also brought down the Heavenly Demon Pavilion, which could be called the symbol and pride of the Demonic Cult.

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