A Spy’s Demonic Life - Chapter 102



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102.

#Inconvenient Truth (2)

Gwapyeong muttered with a face that looked like the world was falling apart.

“Somehow. Ever since the Dragon Lord showed up earlier, I felt a bit down. I was really wrong. Damn it… … .”

He’s really strange. It’s clear that he’s afraid of the devil. What on earth was he thinking when he did something like this?

Was it because he felt Jang Seo’s gaze? Gwa-pyeong opened his mouth as if he was aware of it.

“Then why on earth did the Biryong Party attack you? Aren’t you on the same side?”

“Well, it’s a common occurrence at our school. It’s a place that’s so used to fighting. Yesterday’s friends can become today’s enemies.”

“They really are a bunch of guys with no sense of loyalty.”

Are there any bandits? Jang I-seo snickered.

“There’s no need to look at it that way. At least we were just struggling to survive.”

“Is it a struggle to create a mountain of unmarried people, ruin innocent people, and commit kidnapping and theft? That is what is called a sin.”

“I know. But that’s… … . No, but why should I hear that from you, a demon? Isn’t justice more useless to you than dog shit?”

“… … .”

That’s true. It’s unfair, but I have nothing to say.

When Jang I-seo closed his mouth, Gwa-pyeong snorted and continued speaking.

“At least we don’t kill everyone we don’t like, regardless of age or gender, like you do.”

That wasn’t a wrong statement.

Why would the numerous tribes living near the Tian Shan be so afraid of the Demonic Cult?

There is one reason.

It was because of the retaliatory punishment given to those who made fun of our school.

Extinction, annihilation, annihilation.

The so-called law of three annihilations.

Because of this, numerous clans and sects were destroyed.

Because I looked at it, because it bothered me, because I didn’t like it. I brought up all kinds of reasons.

A truly bitter reality.

As a shadow fell over Jang Yi-seo’s face, this time Gwa-pyeong glared at him as if he found it interesting.

Because this is the first time I’ve seen someone so easily acknowledge the evil deeds of the Demonic Cult.

Isn’t that what a devil’s cult is, originally, a group that is obsessed with pride and will burn down anyone who touches them to the core?

“You really are a strange guy.”

“This school is originally a place where only strange people gather. Someone like me would be considered ordinary.”

“Huh. Is that so?”

No? No. Mao and Soo shake their heads in denial at the same time. But there is no room for the two to intervene.

“As you may already know… … we are descendants of the Huns.”

Was it because Jang-seo felt a little different? Or was it because he didn’t want to be treated as a mere sin?

Gwapyeong began to quietly talk about their situation.

“It is said that in the distant past, they ran through the wilderness and ruled the North, but now it is just a tale passed down as an oral tradition.”

There is rise and fall everywhere. However, the Huns have already passed the path of decline and are left in the back alleys of history.

“Now, there is only one poor village left. It is a village where people have to sell their bodies to the battlefield from a young age because it is difficult to survive… … But it is a village with a strong sense of community.”

A gentle smile appears on Gwapyeong’s lips. This shows how much affection he has for her.

“So. Are you saying that you had no choice but to commit banditry? To protect the village?”

“I know it’s nonsense. I won’t deny it. We had to do something. But it wasn’t just about money.”

“then?”

“Originally, we were soldiers in the Western Regions. It was a job suggested by stragglers who happened to stop by the village.”

I see. I guess you learned both martial arts and systematic tactics there. Jang Yiseo nodded.

“But less than ten years later, the war was over, and we returned to the village, with a pretty good sum of money. I think that was the happiest time of my life.”

Gwapyeong smiled comfortably, as if he was enjoying recalling memories.

“Couldn’t you have settled somewhere else?”

“As I said before, the Huns have strong ties. I couldn’t just abandon the villagers. But I couldn’t take them all with me. But I thought I could do something. At that time… … .”

Gwapyeong grabbed a rock from the ground and threw it far away. Then, the lizard that was eyeing the bug hurriedly ran away.

“But our only talent was fighting. The money we earned quickly ran out, and we gradually withered away. That winter was a crisis. Still, there was no law that said we should die, so a certain tribe showed us kindness. So we wanted to repay them. It is the pride of the Huns to always return a favor.”

What happened after that was easy to guess without even having to hear it.

As Hongran had told them, they got involved in a war between tribes, and that was the beginning of their ill-fated relationship with the Sanwang family.

“It was a battle we always had to lose. Everything was unfavorable. But we kept winning. Why? Because we thought that was the only way to repay the favor we received. But one day, the opposing family came to us and said, “Come into their arms.”

Gwapyeong gulped down the remaining alcohol while making a face. Even now, thinking about it makes him feel indignant. The result was obvious.

“I guess he refused.”

“Of course. It would be a disgrace and insult to the Huns to betray those who served us. That’s why I refused outright. I also told the tribe that hired us. If they don’t give up, I will definitely give them victory.”

But the war unfolded in a completely different way than the Huns had expected.

The family that hired them declared their surrender to the opposing family.

And that was the turning point when the Xiongnu people’s life went downhill.

“We were dying again. If we had fought and died with our swords, it wouldn’t have been so shameful. But they were cruel. No one gave us work, not even a sip of water. We were completely ignored. We were isolated in this land. Damn things.”

Just thinking about it made Gwapyeong feel so wronged that he slammed his fist on the floor.

It was a classic act of revenge.

A cruel punishment that prevents you from even setting foot in the vicinity if you refuse an offer.

“No, why on earth did those kids do that?”

Mao, who had been listening silently, suddenly got so absorbed in the story that he interrupted with a loud voice. Gwa-pyeong responded with a laugh.

“Why? Of course, it’s because we were afraid of our leader. Because we didn’t have the confidence to win a fair fight. You cowards.”

“Your captain… … ?”

In response to Mao’s question, Gwapyeong added with a face full of pride.

“The general was called the Dragon of the Battlefield in the West. Do you know why? Because dragons are not beings that humans dare to face.”

“Dragon of War!”

“… … It is a dragon of the battlefield. Do not change its name as you wish.”

Jang Yiseo’s eyes were filled with deep curiosity. Gwapyeong was definitely a skilled person who would not be left out no matter where he went.

But if he is so fearful… … .

I wonder how strong the leader is.

“So you guys, keep this in mind. Go quietly and take care of your young master and leave. If you try to do anything foolish, you’ll all be killed by the captain.”

“Is this a warning?”

“It’s just advice. Anyway, you seem a bit different from other minds. I don’t mean to dislike you.”

Jang I-seo snickered.

Anyway, I understand the situation. The story is that the clans united and oppressed the Huns. So, they became bandits because it was difficult to make a living.

“But no matter what, touching Mt. Mihon is crossing the line.”

“that…….”

Shh …

What could it be? The air of the over-appreciation changed in an instant. The expression darkened, and a hint of life appeared.

Is there something more to this vast and entangled unknown?

“You will definitely pay the price for saving my life. I will take you back within the time limit. But that is all. If you are asked to take more responsibility than that, you will have to be prepared.”

“……I get it.”

That’s all for now. Jang took a step back.

You’ll find out once you get there anyway.

There is no need to scratch and make a fuss for no reason.

Gwapyeong turned around and lay down, not feeling like talking any further.

“I’ll have to run all day tomorrow to save you, my precious young master. You should get some sleep. If you wake me up in an hour, I’ll stand guard then.”

Then he fell asleep ten centuries ago.

The wilderness suddenly became quiet.

“Despite your temper. Anyway, all you have to do is go, right?”

Mao sorts out the situation. He nods briefly, and he also lies down and closes his eyes.

“Okay. Then wake me up when that kid wakes up. I don’t know what he might do. He’s sleeping!”

And also, ten centuries ago, Drurung. Both are good because they are simple.

So the two people fell asleep, and naturally, So-oh and Jang-i-seo became the ones on duty.

There was a brief silence, and Jang-seo spoke in passing.

“Have you erased all the traces?”

Of course, the content is a bit disappointing.

“What trace? A trace of my shit?”

“I know you’ve been following me the whole time, making it hard to track me. When you said you were out running errands earlier, you were probably trying to erase any trace of your arrival here.”

“Haha… … Our assistant manager, you’re really perceptive.”

Whenever he stopped at a village and changed horses, he stayed behind and sent the old horses off in completely different directions.

This is a basic task to prevent tracking.

This isn’t a skill that’s been learned once or twice.

“But you knew that and still lit the bonfire?”

“No one will chase us anyway.”

“What are you talking about?”

“It means that the other party already knows where we are going.”

“What, that was it? Then shouldn’t you have told me!”

“Your skills are quite good. It’s amazing.”

“Oh my. What a strange personality. With the skills you learned from looking over my shoulder.”

So-oh grumbled as if it was nothing.

But Jang Seo thought differently.

Sign language is like that, and the physical strength to handle a tough schedule is like that. There are many things that are unusual for someone who sits still and sells information.

A very suspicious person in many ways.

but.

“I’m sorry for the late greeting. Thank you for your greeting earlier.”

Jang Yiseo put everything aside and expressed his gratitude. After all, if he hadn’t helped, Biryongdang would have suffered great humiliation.

Of course, it is right to express gratitude.

But.

“omg…….”

Soo-oh doesn’t greet anyone, but just opens his mouth and pulls down the center of his sunglasses with his index finger. His eyes are truly astonished.

“Why are you looking at me like that?”

“How strange, our assistant manager. Where did he learn such manners?”

“Do I have to teach you this to know it?”

“No, even if I teach you, you won’t understand. That’s just how we live.”

“It was a waste of time. Not all schools are like that.”

Is that so? Soo-oh tilted his head. But Jang-seo’s words are right. Not all members of the Demonic Cult are rotten. Just as not all members of the Righteous Sect are good.

“Anyway, thank you.”

When Jang Yi-seo greeted him again, this time So-oh smiled and accepted it.

“If you’re grateful, pay me back with money.”

“That’s hard. Go to sleep first. I’ll be the only one standing guard.”

“Hahaha! You know how much money is worth.”

Soo-oh smiled brightly and lay down with his legs crossed. Jang-i-seo asked casually as he passed by.

“But why don’t you ask?”

“what.”

“It’s about the Biryongdang.”

This is a matter that is full of room for misunderstanding. After all, weren’t we both being chased by the Biryong Party Lord? If he was a 3rd-grade demon, he would know how big of a problem this was.

But he didn’t ask anything.

“Shouldn’t that be something you should ask your master rather than me? If your master doesn’t even ask, how can I?”

Jang Yi-seo flinched at his words. Now that I think about it, that’s true.

Mao didn’t ask anything either. He just followed along silently. He’s the kind of guy who has to ask questions to feel better…