◈ Episode 85. I Can’t Go
The leader of the Blood Cult, Blood Demon Mucheongeuk.
The head of the Potala Palace, Pancheon Lama, the Thousand-Handed and Strong Palm.
The shocking duel between the two men who were competing for the title of the best in the martial arts world ended in victory for Mucheongeuk after only 500 seconds.
The Blood Cult’s Asura Corps took advantage of the gap to infiltrate the main palace of the Podalap Palace and took over the iron fortress that had never fallen since the beginning of time.
The lamas of the Potala Palace, who had lost their main palace, rescued the seriously injured Panchen Lama and disappeared without a trace.
A large hall that can easily accommodate hundreds of people.
On either side of the crimson carpet running through the center, there were rows of masters with extraordinary prayer skills.
A middle-aged man with sharp eyes like a veil sits on a high altar.
The man who naturally exuded the prayer of the Absolute was the blood demon Mucheongeuk, who had ascended to the highest rank of the West Jang, acknowledged by all.
Finally, his mouth opened and a chilling voice, like scraping iron, came out.
“Have you still not found the whereabouts of Cheonsu Gyeongjang?”
Ja In-gyeong, a young man with a sharp jawline and eyes like a weasel, also known as Seo Cheon Ji-bong, stepped forward.
“The White Snakes are in pursuit and will send word soon. But before that, I have something else to report.”
“Speak.”
“The experiment site of Jeoksagok was attacked. The Hwanyeomdae guarding it was completely destroyed, Cheon Taemu of Gwangsapaedo was killed, and Lee Gwak and Jo Wi-seong were defeated.”
In that moment, a fierce murderous aura surged from Mucheongeuk’s entire body.
I knew that the Sacheonmaeng warriors had entered the West Gate, but this is the first time I’ve heard of this report.
“Why are you saying that now?”
Jeoksagok is a testing ground for bloodthirsty madmen who have poured in huge amounts of money.
If the person who reported it had been someone other than his confidant, Ja-in-gyeong, he would not have survived.
Ja-in-gyeong said without being intimidated.
“I couldn’t bring myself to pass on the report that came in while His Majesty was recovering.”
Mu Cheon-geuk, who had defeated Pan Cheon-ra-ma, was only just recovering from the injuries he had sustained in battle.
“Who killed Cheon Tae-mu?”
“I am Dangcheon, the son of the Poison King.”
When an unexpected name other than Kang Yu-wol or Ha Jong-bo came out, Mucheon-geuk frowned.
“Did you let your guard down and get poisoned?”
“There was no one who witnessed the battle, so I don’t know the details. However, the important thing is not Dangcheon. The person who actually led the operation was Jin Mu-rip.”
Ja-in-gyeong explained what had happened so far in order.
From the Hweolhyeoldae that went missing while raiding the enemy’s hideout to the Hyulsalchuhondae that was annihilated while ambushing in Jirim.
The expressions of the experts who were listening changed from moment to moment and eventually became distorted.
It was good that the Cheonmu-dae was dealt a near-annihilating blow, but the damage was too great.
“The Bloodthirsty Clan was completely destroyed?”
“Jibong. Is that true?”
“It’s all true. A man named Jinmu Rip is involved in all of this.”
“Jinmu-rip… … .”
“What on earth is your identity? Are you some sort of hermit hiding in the State Council?”
Ja-in-gyeong shook her head.
“He is of similar age to the young sect leader. He is said to be the young prince of Madorim in Chungkyung.”
A question appeared on the leaders’ faces.
“You’re Madorim?”
“They say that the world is on a downward slope after the end of the Great War, but does that mean it hasn’t fallen yet?”
Unlike the leaders who were making a fuss, Mucheongeuk kept his mouth shut for a while.
Although they actively utilized the soulless madmen, the number of people killed in the war with Podalrap Palace was less than a thousand.
However, the number of subordinates who were defeated by the later index of the Sacheonmaeng exceeded 400, so I was speechless.
“Heh heh.”
A deep, murderous smile leaked out between her twisted lips.
“Where are they now?”
“I have confirmed that they have left Changdo. Hogong and Hyeolmugeomgui Hyeon Yu-rip are pursuing them with the Sasaedae, and the Gyeophwacheonsaldae is heading there.”
“Is Soyoubong there?”
“Yes. It was Ho-gong’s plan to trap Cheonmu-dae based on the information leaked by the Blood Guardian. If we hurry, we will be able to catch up with them before they cross the Daeseol Mountain Range.”
With those words, a heavy silence fell over Daejeon.
‘I guess I can leave it to the old fox.’
If it’s So Yoo-bong who has been active since the time of the previous cult leader, then he is trustworthy.
If so, it’s time to prepare for the next one.
A deep blood light flashed in Mucheongeuk’s two eyes.
“Within three months, capture and kill all the remnants of the Podalap Palace. As soon as the West Command is cleared, Sacheon will be drenched in blood.”
The leaders answered in unison, prostrating themselves.
“I obey your orders.”
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A plateau blocked by snow-capped mountains on both sides.
The sunlight falling on the white snow on this rare sunny day is dazzling.
The Sacheonmaeng warriors advanced, leaving clear footprints on the pure white paper.
A day ago, we all abandoned our horses as we entered a snowy field where our feet sank into the ground.
As the gap with the leader gradually widened, Ha Jong-bo, who was following behind, gave strength to the exhausted warriors.
“If you pass this place, you’ll reach the Daeseol Mountains. Just cheer up a little more.”
The unmanned units that had been training and resting in the hideout were in better condition, but the Cheonmu Unit members who had not recovered properly were having difficulty gaining speed.
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Jin Seol-ran, who was running with Ha Jong-bo, calmly recalled the entire process of the trip to Seo Jang-haeng in her head.
‘The intended purpose has been achieved.’
The original purpose of leaving Sacheon was to stop the experiments of the Blood Madman.
The contribution of burning the Jeoksagok experimental site to the ground and defeating hundreds of unmanned troops was by no means small.
However, the mood is dark because Cheonmu-dae, who should have been leading all of this, was trapped and could not do anything.
‘How will Maeng take this incident?’
The Cheonmu-dae, comprised of the best of the Four Great Factions, was defeated, and all credit went to Jinmu-rip of Madorim.
This is something that will turn the Sacheon martial arts world upside down.
Jin Seol-ran, who knew the structure of the Sacheon Alliance better than anyone else, was already beginning to get worried.
‘With the collapse of the Podalap Palace, the Blood Cult’s invasion of Sacheon is a done deal. The leaders must make the right choice.’
Given Jinmu Rip’s personality, he will not tolerate and overlook unreasonable things.
As I was secretly hoping that no unnecessary trouble would arise, I suddenly felt eyes on me from the side.
“Don’t worry. It’ll be okay.”
Kang Yu-wol, who was running beside her, smiled faintly as if he had noticed her intentions.
“I guess so.”
Jin Seol-ran smiled shyly and turned her head away.
Jin Mu-rip, who was running in the lead, glanced back.
‘It’s a lot more sagging than I thought.’
The silver stage, which had completed its mission, had already gone back down a different path.
If we are caught up to the enemy like this, it will not be an easy battle.
Jinmu-rip immediately called Jo Yeong-seong.
“Just follow the path you came from. Take the lead.”
“yes.”
Jinmu Rip then called Danryehwa and Yongchu.
“Yongchu carries the one who falls behind on his back and runs. You will stay behind with me.”
If you have a good sense of humor, you will be able to sense things that you yourself were not aware of.
“yes.”
“all right.”
As the two people were answering, Guyangmu came up to them.
“What does it mean to be left behind?”
“It’s slower than I thought. If we calculate from the time we shook off Jirim’s pursuers, if Rabsal had sent his skilled magicians, they would have been within a day’s distance by now.”
Jinmu Rip kept thinking about the enemy’s pursuit in his head the whole time he was running.
Gu Yangmu said.
“I told you before. I can no longer pass the risk on to you alone. I will stay with you.”
Jinmu Rip’s eyes coldly scanned Guyangmu.
“If a battle breaks out, will you be able to handle it?”
“If that happens, I plan to be buried here.”
Looking at his determined eyes, it seems he has no intention of backing down.
Jinmu-rip nodded.
“Okay. From now on, the three of us will follow behind them, keeping a distance of a hundred chapters.”
“Okay.”
While the three slowly retreated, the five hundred men of the Blood Cult’s pursuit force had already chased them to a distance of ten li.
So Yoo-bong, who was running in the lead, confirmed the footprints ahead.
“Hehe. The footprints are becoming clearer, so I think I’ll catch him today.”
“This is someone you should never let your guard down against.”
The man with the cold, shining eyes was none other than Hyun Yu-rip, the leader of the Blood Guardians.
“You know. Haven’t I been through just as much as you?”
Just then, a chuckle was heard from behind.
“Even Tiger King looks old. Why don’t you retire?”
Where the two people turned their heads, there was a fierce-looking man with an ominous expression following them.
Hyun Yu-rip said, frowning.
“Do not be rude to the tiger.”
“Heh heh heh. Even though you’ve been treated so badly, you still play around so well.”
The thirty-something Jang Han with a wicked smile was the leader of the Gyeophwacheonsaldae, Jansaldo (殘殺刀) Yeom Hwa-gyo.
He boasts an undefeated record and is a master of a higher rank than the Blood Guardians.
But Hyun Yu-rip did not think that he was inferior to him.
At that moment, an ominous atmosphere was brewing between the two, and a fiery spirit rose from So Yoo-bong’s entire body, separating the two.
“If you want to fight, do it after the mission is over.”
Yeom Hwa-gyo laughed as if he was dumbfounded.
“Does Ho-gong think that guy is my opponent?”
Hyun Yu-rip said without giving up.
“We’ll have to try it to find out.”
“You’re just talking about something that doesn’t matter. I understand why the youngest priest hated you so much.”
The youngest priest that the Yeomhwa Church referred to was the deceased Cheon Tae-mu.
“I told them both to stop.”
So Yoo-bong’s voice is unusual.
The two men looked at each other.
Jang Baek-gwan, the Sasa Daeju who was following behind, stuck out his tongue inwardly.
‘There is no such thing as a conflict like this.’
Two hours from then.
The brightly shining sun began to slowly set toward the west.
Danryehwa, who was running with Jinmu-rip and Guyangmu at her side and her comrades in front in sight, looked back.
“came.”
There is tension in her soft voice.
The moment the two of them turned around at the same time, her mouth opened urgently once again.
“I have a bad feeling about this. If I get caught, I think it’ll be hard to stop.”
As soon as the second word is spoken, the enemy appears in pitch black form beyond the horizon.
There was a deep furrow between Guyangmu’s eyebrows.
“I’d say it’s easily five hundred.”
Jinmu-rip turned his head forward.
‘Not yet?’
The enemy sent from Rabsal has come all the way here.
Although the city was far away, the red moth left before Jinmu-rip went to Jirim.
‘Surely we weren’t captured by the enemy.’
If the enemy is caught in the middle, there is no support from the Four Heavenly Alliance.
I don’t solely rely on the support of the Sacheon Alliance, but I wanted to save the last card.
The gap between you and the enemy is quickly closing.
Dongchogae, who had been looking back without realizing it, covered his mouth with a hot expression.
‘I am the enemy!’
Dongchogae, with both hands clasped together devoutly, prayed earnestly.
‘Please come quickly. If you spare my life, I will live a more fulfilling life of begging from now on.’
Then a loud shout erupted from behind.
“You’re running away like a rat!”
The Sichuan Alliance warriors, who had just detected the enemy, looked back.
“The enemy… … .”
Jin Seol-ran’s expression hardened, and Dang-cheon put his hand into his bosom and checked the secret.
‘I will not avoid it.’
The sword sheath was grabbed and Tang Xiao Xiao’s hand was placed on the poison pouch.
“Hahahaha!”
The salt-colored bridge’s long walls swelled as if they were about to burst.
“You go first.”
“for a moment…….”
Although So Yoo-bong tried to stop him, Yeom Hwa-gyo was already ten steps away.
“Who is Jinmu-rip!”
Jinmu-rip immediately shouted toward the front.
“Just go without looking back!”
A thunderous shout echoes through the snowy mountains.
Kang Yu-wol, who heard that voice, said to Ha Jong-bo.
“You go first.”
“True man.”
The two had already heard from Jinmu Rip that they should never stop.
But Kang Yu-wol couldn’t leave Jin Mu-rip alone.
“I have lived long enough to die, so I have no regrets. But that child is too valuable to be lost here. Please take care of the children.”
A sad smile spread across Ha Jong-bo’s lips.
“It already seems wrong.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Kang Yu-wol understood the meaning.
The group’s speed slowed down to the point where it seemed as if it would stop at any moment.
Kang Yu-wol opened his eyes wide and shouted.
“What are you doing! Run!”
Jo Young-seong, who was leading the group from the front, soon stopped walking.
“Have you forgotten what the Great Master said when you left Sacheon and came to Seojang?”
The enemy’s murderous intent grows stronger.
A look of urgency spread across Kang Yu-wol’s face as she looked back.
“Come on, come on, let’s run!”
“I can’t go.”
Jo Young-seong slowly turned around and smiled brightly.
“This is what it means to be a colleague.”
