A Spy’s Demonic Life - Chapter 129



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129.

#The Three Princesses’ Anger (1)

– Wolhachon Bamboo Forest.

Early evening with a cool breeze blowing.

The two climbed up to the top of a tall tree and looked down at Wolha Village.

Outside the large lake, there are many houses, and in the center, beyond the Hongye Bridge, Chwiseonru comes into view.

And all of this scenery is warmly embraced by the red sunset falling on the mountain behind, making it truly a famous mountain and river.

“How is it? Is it worth seeing?”

Jang Yi-seo smiled brightly as if he was showing off his treasure. Gu Yu nodded in response with a blunt face.

“It’s a nice place.”

“That’s right. If you didn’t know, it would be hard to imagine that this place was a demonic cult.”

Guyu’s expression twists awkwardly.

“Is it okay to call it a demonic cult like that?”

“There are just the two of us. Let’s take it easy.”

“He really is a strange guy.”

“Take it as it means it’s okay.”

As expected, he’s a strange guy. When Gu-yu frowns, Jang-seo asks as if something just occurred to him.

“By the way, have you seen anything near Kowloon City?”

Because I saw it… … . A question that omitted specific words. However, Guyu immediately understood what was being said. His calm eyes were filled with anger.

“You’re talking in a broad sense.”

A broad-minded person.

To the Huns, they are mortal enemies.

“that’s right.”

Of course, Guyu also found his body. He wanted to see the adjutant. But.

“When a storm passes, everything disappears. I tried to find it somehow, but I couldn’t see it.”

“… … I see.”

I can feel deep regret from Guyu.

“You didn’t call me out to say this, did you? What do you have to say?”

Guyu asked as if he was telling him what was going on.

Jang Seo-do stopped smiling and opened his mouth in a very serious tone.

“Have you heard what the situation is at Chilsogung?”

“roughly.”

I could guess how much he had heard by looking at his expression.

Mao is a scoundrel without any supporters, and so he is like a candle in the wind.

“You must have mistaken me for a cult leader. You must have been very disappointed.”

“… … You saved us, and now we save you. We don’t need anything else.”

“It’s sturdy.”

In a way, it’s a crude statement. But that’s why you can feel Guyu’s sincerity even more. He’s saying that once you’ve decided on a master, there are no other conditions needed. Even if he’s the Seven Princes who only have a name.

“But I… … .”

Jang I-seo looks at the sunset and opens his mouth softly.

“I plan to somehow make him a cult leader.”

“… … !”

Guyu’s eyes widened. If he didn’t know, he wouldn’t have noticed, but he had stayed here for several days and seen the situation clearly.

A palace that no one visits except for a few people.

The gaze of the cultists, who do not seem to be in awe.

But you want to make those seven princes into the leaders of the religious sect?

“Are you serious?”

After asking, Guyu looked into Jang Yiseo’s eyes.

And then I realized.

That he had the same look in his eyes when he jumped in to ask for peace.

“You’re serious… … .”

“Of course it won’t be easy. There are many people who fly and crawl, and all kinds of dangers will follow. On the other hand, Chil-gong-ja still has a lot to learn. He’s not a straight-laced person, has a bad temper, and is stubborn. His skills are a mess. It was just a coincidence that I faced you back then. He’s just destined to die.”

At that point… … isn’t it just that there is no answer?

“however.”

“hmm?”

“I don’t harm anyone easily.”

“… … !”

“That’s why I think it’s the most human. That’s what humans are like. They get angry, they’re stubborn, they show their shortcomings. But they don’t easily hurt others. They worry, they feel sorry, and they’re grateful. That’s what it means to be human.”

“Isn’t that… Mine?”

Guyu was lost in thought. Jang Yi-seo smiled and added.

“It’s not like all mines are bad. But… … If someone has to take the position of the leader of the small cult, then I want it to be the Seven Princes.”

That was it. The reason for calling. Gu-yu understood Jang-seo’s intention.

This probably means that they want to become comrades who can walk together toward the same goal, rather than a simple master-servant relationship.

“… … This is going to be a tough road.”

“Can you help me?”

Then, Guyu said, looking at the moon that was almost setting and rising.

“I will always be behind you.”

Enough answer. Jang Seo’s face brightens.

“I have a place to visit soon. Since it’s a new schedule, I’m not sure how long it will take.”

“Is it because of the broad meaning… … ?”

That’s right. The immortal poison that was hit by Gwangyi. He nodded without hiding anything.

“I heard he was in serious condition.”

“There is no one who doesn’t know.”

“… … Is it okay? No, it’s not okay.”

“One benefit, one harm. If there is benefit, you must also take the harm. Since you came, this much is okay.”

Ha. Guyu finally shook his head.

Those words, which seem like they’re nothing special, strangely keep bothering people. I’m sorry, but also thankful.

But that made my heart stronger.

I decided that in this life, no matter what happens, I will follow this guy Jang Il-seo.

“What should I do?”

Jang Yi-seo smiled and answered Guyu’s sincere question.

“First… let’s rest for a bit.”

*

A few days later.

The news that Jang Yi-seo was in critical condition quickly spread to prominent figures, unlike before when no one cared.

“How on earth does something like that happen… … .”

Horongdangju Ji Daeho exploded with anger and beat the criminals even harder.

“Ohhohoho! It’s a matter of course! Now I can finally stretch out my legs and sleep. You shallow bastard. It worked out well after you teased me like that!”

On the other hand, Myo Chae-kyung, the head of the Biryong Party, cheered in his office.

Maeng Cheol-yong, the head of the Maeng family, felt a strange mixture of relief and regret.

Some people were distrustful.

“Lies. Jang-seo is a demon. He would never die like that.”

Maeng Won-won snorted.

But one thing is certain, whether he is truly terminally ill or not.

Now, unlike before, it was clear that they were solidifying their position as the center of the Demonic Cult.

And there were those who came running as soon as they heard the news.

*

– Moonlight Lake’s observation deck.

Hongran’s room located on the highest floor.

“There seem to be quite a few more customers.”

Jang Il-seo, who would have been happy and said he did a good job, would have been sitting there, but the voice heard today was that of a cold yet alluring woman.

“You are too kind.”

Hongran bowed her head slightly.

And in front of her sat a woman with a blunt tone, sharp eyes, and a broad face.

The current name of the person wearing the human face mask is Jinsan. This is the third princess, Sa Hae-ryeong.

“Director Jang said he would be here soon. Please wait a moment.”

“They said you were in critical condition. When did you wake up?”

“I’m also good at… … .”

Several days had passed since Jang Yi-seo first woke up, but she had not been able to see him properly.

Because I woke up and soon fell asleep again as if I had fainted.

So, the displeasure was clearly visible on her face.

And Jinsan looked at her blankly.

The more I looked at it, the more strange it became.

For a woman of the royal family, her bearing was dignified, and her voice sounded learned.

Of course, gisaengs also learn various etiquette and techniques to win over men. However, no matter how much they learn, there is a basic quality.

Reflexively reacting to what your superiors say, or speaking in a vulgar tone without realizing it.

But there was something a little different about Chwihongran.

It was as if he had learned it from birth, not because he learned it later in life to charm someone. He showed an innate nobility.

“What is your relationship with Jang Il-seo?”

“yes?”

Hongran raised her head, somewhat embarrassed by the sudden question.

“Do you like Jang Il-seo?”

“That, that is… … .”

It’s a knife that suddenly strikes.

Jinsan just kept talking while looking out the window at the guests coming and going, regardless of whether the other person was surprised or not.

“… … The place where people with nothing to do used to look for partners has now become the political arena. Judging from the fact that not only Oryongdang but also big shareholders are coming and going. Is this also something Jang I-seo was after?”

Straightforward speech without hesitation. Hongran filled her glass with tension. Jinsan accepted the glass and spoke without hesitation.

“I’m not blaming him. I’m just curious about the things he’s done.”

“It is true that Assistant Jang favorably regarded Chuisunru, but he had nothing to do with Juru’s work.”

“You have no relationship with Rouge?”

Another stabbing knife. It’s hard to keep up.

“What do you mean… … .”

“If not, then that’s fortunate.”

Tak. Jinsan put down his empty glass. Then he spoke in a calm voice.

“I’m a person who thinks highly of Jang. Very highly of him.”

Hongran’s ears perked up.

“When Chil-gong-ja received Baek-in-jang’s seal, people thought it would be used for the Sam-so-gung, but it was a sham to divert attention. In the first place, Jang-seo had no intention of finding a family member within the family. Whoever it was, it wouldn’t be the real Chil-gong-ja’s person.”

That’s right. Hongran swallowed without realizing it at Jinsan’s clear reasoning.

“That’s why I turned my attention to the suburbs. People say that a group of bandits have come, but never. Narak barely returned alive with injuries and said, “Now, anyone who underestimates Chilsogung will be dealt a blow.”

Hongran doesn’t know, but Narak disappeared after fighting and losing to Guyu.

It is natural for him to return to Samso Palace and report.

Ttorr.

Jinsan, who had filled his own glass, lifted it and finished speaking.

“That’s Jang Seo-da. He’s the kind of guy who unknowingly drags his opponents into the game, shakes them up, and turns them over. That’s how he always gets the value he wants.”

“… … .”

“And the same goes for Samso Palace, who was used and dragged into that situation. Usually, in such cases, I only have two options. Either keep it closer or bury it in the ground.”

Boom! The empty glass that was put down makes an even louder noise than before.

In an instant, cold and heat simultaneously swept through the room.

“… … !”

Hongran felt a sudden sense of oppression and felt the threat of death.

‘This guy… … is serious… … !’

A look in your eyes that wouldn’t be strange if you slit your own throat right now.

Moreover, this ice-hot energy is her name’s seasonal energy, Binghwamugeuksimgyeol.

This is the same as revealing one’s true identity.

“So I’ll ask again. If you lie, you’ll die.”

Hongran was engulfed in pain as she felt both cold and hot at the same time in the swirling ice wind.

“What is your relationship with Jang Il-seo?”

Shh …

The ice storm is getting stronger.

Before we knew it, seeds of fire were scattered everywhere, and soon they transformed into frost.

This is the Phoenix Fire Ice and Snow that only appears to those who have awakened the Ice Flower Infinite Heart to level 7 or higher.

A bizarre sight that is hard to believe even after seeing it.

Hongran’s fluff also froze and then melted repeatedly.

Something is wrong here.

It was a completely unexpected situation.

If this continues, I won’t be able to hold out for long and I’ll either burn to death or freeze to death.

but.

‘I can’t say anything about my master even if I die.’

He is the benefactor who saved me from the pit.

If it weren’t for him, I would have died a long time ago.

Hongran spoke with her teeth clenched.