Chronicles of the Demon Faction

Episode 608 Another God (2)

“Oh? What about the death penalty?”

Ma Dong-pil said calmly.

“You’re on a roll.”

“ah?”

Chae Yeo-min glanced to the side.

I saw Seo-ryang sitting in the middle of a bush. I didn’t really sit cross-legged, just sat comfortably with my eyes closed and my mouth licking.

Chae Yeo-min tilted her head.

“Your posture is unusual…?”

“He doesn’t normally do that. No, he doesn’t even need any luck in the first place.”

“I know that. I heard that there is no need to worry about fortune-telling when it is at the level of death penalty.”

“yes.”

At that time, Zhong Liying, who came with her, scratched his chin and said.

“The energy of the whole body is flexible and free, so even without entering the cloud, the activity of the body and true energy is always at its peak… This is the first time I have seen this in real life.”

Chae Yeo-min looked at Seo-ryang with envious eyes.

“I want to be like that too.”

Ma Dong-pil and Jong Li-young had warm smiles on their faces.

Who among the martial arts people in the world can reach the level that Seo-ryang has achieved? It would be extremely difficult for even a world-renowned genius to reach a state where he has surpassed ‘something’ like me.

It is not a matter of innate talent, but a matter of lived life.

That is why Seo-ryang is great and that is why Lee Cheon-sang is great.

“Hey, Ma Howie.”

Zhong Liying cleared his throat.

“The reason we came was no different….”

Ma Dong-pil nodded.

“I heard there’s going to be a fight soon.”

“That’s right.”

Tension appeared on Zhong Liying’s face.

“You said the fight with Dam Sa-yeong is just around the corner. Are you okay with the death penalty?”

“As you can see, you’re fine.”

Ma Dong-pil smiled and looked at Seo-ryang.

The sight of Seoryang exhaling naturally with a peaceful face was reminiscent of a seeker in meditation.

“The sect leader’s fight still has a lot to do, even if it is not Damsayeong. We must stabilize the world, build an empire, and cast the shadow of the new religion across the central plains.”

“Oh yeah.”

“Damsajyeong is certainly a rare and difficult enemy, but it is also just one point that the religious leader must pass through.”

“….”

“I have seen you fail to climb the mountain many times, but I have also seen you try again and again and overcome it. And it will be the same this time too.”

Zhong Liying’s face hardened.

“Climbing the mountain… It seems like a truly difficult task. It’s a mountain that must be overcome.”

“That’s just what I’m saying. No matter what power Damsayoung has accumulated so far, there’s no way the leader can’t defeat him.”

At that time, I felt two people in the distance.

It was Namgoong Dan and Joo Seo-yoon.

“hmm.”

Namgungdan’s eyes sparkled as he looked at Seoliang.

“It’s more stable than ever.”

Joo Seo-yoon nodded.

“Yes. It is very similar to the death penalty, but at the same time, it is completely different from the usual death penalty.”

“Do you feel that way?”

“Yes. I probably wouldn’t have felt it if I hadn’t practiced the Seondojigeom (仙道之劍).”

“It certainly is.”

Now, as if he had completely let go of the burden hanging over his heart, Namgoongdan’s eyes had also regained their past clarity.

“It’s a fight against the enemy. When the plot reaches its peak, it’s bound to take a turn… The meaning is a little different, but the Seo leader who has seen the end of the devil is also looking forward to the enlightenment of the Seondo.”

“At the same time, it is a dissuasion and a return to prison. I think even Master would have thought differently about the death penalty.”

“Hmm? The demon god of the world?”

“Yes. He remained a demon until the end, but the executioner is walking down a path that includes demons.”

“Paedora….”

“I once heard from Grandpa Jeoksong that the executioner would be different from the Heavenly Demon and any other religious leader up until now. He would take over the world as a king with the law.”

A smile appeared on Joo Seo-yoon’s face as she looked at Seo-ryang.

“Originally, we were destined to die. Of course, we lost the battle for succession. But the death penalty did not kill us, but rather embraced us.”

“….”

“Whether it is by nature or by design, I believe that Sang-sang is a person who has nothing to do with taking control of the world.”

A person who not only spares the life of an opponent who lost in a succession battle, but also teaches martial arts and provides all kinds of support by telling them to grow together.

It’s easy to say, but it’s hard to find people who actually do it, even in history. The reason is that we cannot help but worry that a rebellion will occur someday.

‘But that doesn’t mean the leader is a good person.’

That makes it even more surprising.

The ambition to take control of the world, the sense of responsibility to ensure that one’s own people are taken care of, the resolute nature to show no mercy to the enemy, yet the love for the people who know how to think of all the people in the world.

‘It’s truly innate.’

Namgungdan, who was looking at Seoryang with a smile, tilted his head when a thought occurred to him.

“But that’s it.”

“yes.”

“There’s still something I don’t understand.”

“yes?”

“Seo Jyoju shook the economy of Gangbuk from the root in order to bring out Dam Sa-young. Is that all? He went to Beijing and brought the imperial army, and before that, he even organized the Seven Sects and the Three Families.”

“Yes.”

“Watching from the sidelines, I realized that there was no need to bring you all along to the Central Plains like this. Of course, Your Majesty, it is right for you to come together, but you, who are actually executed, did not come and do anything, right?”

Joo Seo-yoon shook his head.

“I don’t know the exact reason, but I can only infer that my brother-in-law has other thoughts.”

“Hmm.”

Namgung Dan stroked his chin.

“I will let you experience the world… Of course, that in itself can be a reason. It will be like the calm before the storm for Seo, but at the same time, the martial arts world has never been as quiet as it is now.”

“Yes.”

“I don’t know why, but I hope you don’t get hurt.”

Joo Seo-yoon’s smile deepened.

“Isn’t it amazing? That masters of righteousness and evil, who have been at odds for over a thousand years, can have this conversation.”

“The justice that each person believes in does not necessarily mean that person’s humanity. Although the rift created by history is too deep, if you just throw off your cumbersome outer garments, you can become friends with anyone.”

“I’m fortunate to have someone like you in my political sect.”

“There are many more thoughtful and good people than me. They just haven’t found the situation yet to prove their worth.”

There is no sign of any caution or prejudice in the voice that continues the conversation.

This is lowly. It is not important to be one, but to be able to acknowledge differences and share friendships.

It was the ultimate goal that human society should pursue and the shortcut to peace.

It was then.

Rumbling.

“hmm?”

Namgungdan looked up at the sky with puzzled eyes.

“Why is the weather so bad all of a sudden?”

The sky wasn’t very clear, but it wasn’t particularly dark either.

Suddenly, dark clouds began to gather in the sky.

“It’s a drinking method.”

“How to drink?”

“Yes. I’m not sure.”

Joo Seo-yoon’s eyes, looking up at the sky, instantly became tinged with tension.

“It’s not a natural phenomenon. It would be difficult to cause such a strange phenomenon without magical powers.”

“What kind of technique is this? And who would do something like that…?”

At that moment, a roar that shook the heavens and earth rang out.

Crumbling!

Along with the sound of thunder, red-hot lightning struck the entire dark cloud.

Ma Dong-pil’s eyes sparkled.

Chaaaaaa!

He quickly pulled out the black blood demon sword and swung it wide.

Phew.

The Gu Yumagi pulled out from the swordsman surrounded Chae Yeo-min, Jong Li-yeong Namgung Dan, and Joo Seo-yoon at once.

Joo Seo-yoon looked at Ma Dong-pil with embarrassed eyes.

“Ma Howie?!”

“Please gather in front of me.”

Ma Dong-pil’s face was full of tension.

“It’s an incredibly powerful force. I don’t know how long I can hold out.”

“Is there no way to escape?”

“Nothing. It looks like we were caught up in that strange technique without our knowledge.”

Pasasak.

Four people gathered in front of Ma Dong-pil.

Ugh! Wooooow!

The black blood demon sword trembled like crazy. Even though Ma Dong-pil had abundant magical energy, he seemed to feel overwhelmed.

Ma Dong-pil plunged the black blood demon sword into the ground.

Sigh! Grrrrrrrrrrrrr!

Blood-red flames rose from all directions, forming a circular shield. It was a technique that applied Guyumagong’s earthly heat fire wall.

at the same time.

Crumbling! Flash! Fuuuuuuu!

A shower of thunderbolts struck the ground and trees.

Pusssss.

The ground struck by lightning caved in and the trees split and burned.

It was a terrifying sight. Chae Yeo-min and Zhong Li-ying’s faces turned pale.

“Rest assured.”

Ma Dong-pil’s eyes turned completely blood red. The endurance has been raised to the limit.

“This is a jutsu and an illusion. Even those thunderbolts and dark clouds are all just illusions.”

“But…”

“Of course, if you get hit by that lightning, you’ll get a shock no different from being hit by a real lightning bolt.”

“…!”

“It will go away soon. Don’t worry too much.”

“But the death penalty!”

“Yes. The leader will get rid of it.”

Pop. Pop.

A thick drop of sweat fell from Ma Dong-pil’s chin.

“…Once the conversation is over.”

‘hmm.’ When Seoryang opened his closed eyes, his face was not much different from when he was concentrating on flying.

It was leisurely and empty. Lightning was falling everywhere, but he didn’t seem surprised at all.

“The greeting is quite grand.”

Xu Liang smiled and looked ahead.

“Isn’t that right?”

Pussssss.

Before I knew it, a wisp of smoke appeared from where Seoryang was looking, and Damsayoung appeared.

Seo-ryang’s eyes sparkled.

“That’s quite a bit. To be able to use the power you just gained so skillfully, does that mean you’re at a level even if it’s rotten?”

Dam Sa-young, who was looking at Seo-ryang with an expressionless face, soon smiled.

“How have you been?”

It was like a superior speaking tone.

Xu Liang nodded.

“I’ve been busy sorting out the world.”

“I heard so.”

“Is it because you gained new strength? You’re a lot more relaxed than I thought. Your foundation has all disappeared.”

Damsayoung nodded.

“That’s right. I was truly impressed. I never thought I’d find someone in my life who could push me this far.”

“I’m a bit harsh to begin with. And it’s true, if you had been less greedy, things like this wouldn’t have ended up like this.”

“Instead, you came to kill me. Directly.”

“He is like that too.”

“In the end, my fate had no choice but to turn out this way.”

Xu Liang chuckled.

“That’s different. Fate is a word that doesn’t suit you.”

“Is that so? Well, what do you think?”

Dam Sa-yeong’s relaxed face turned cold for a moment.

“In the end, if you are also a part of the world, everything you have will be in my hands.”

“….”

“If you think about it that way, you are definitely a gal. am. To be honest, I was impressed. I thought it was just a dog with sharp teeth, but it turned out to be a tiger the size of Mount Tai. I was throwing away a few pieces of rotten meat without even knowing it.”

“You just have to admit it now.”

“That’s right. Because I can’t be the one who got hit by a dog.”

“So now you want to kill the tiger you raised and take over the world?”

Dam Sa-yeong chuckled.

“You can’t even imagine. Where is the end of the power I gained and what am I aiming for?”

“Honestly, I had some guesses, but as you said, I didn’t know the specifics.”

Seoryang grinned.

“But I knew this moment would come.”

“What? ”

“Because of your proud personality, I guessed that you would show up and make a fuss about declaring war.”

“…?!”

“And I had no doubt that you would tell me everything you wanted.”

Dam Sa-yeong’s face hardened.

Seo-ryang stroked her chin.

“You will become one with the world… So, is that what you meant?”