A Spy’s Demonic Life - Chapter 181



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181.

#Out of the cave

A spacious mountain village built in the middle of the mountains.

If you don’t know, you might think that the Green Forest Alliance has advanced into the Demonic Cult, but the name of this place is Seongsanchae. It was the Iso Palace where the Yi Gongja Muhanseong and Baekgoedan resided.

“Hahaha!”

“Hehehehe!”

As if someone might call it a photon crowd, the sound of joyful laughter filled the air from early evening.

Their job was simple.

“Kill him! Hahahaha!”

“Aim for that dangling arm, kid! Yeah. Right there!”

Drinking. Fighting. Drinking. Fighting.

It would be better if there was someone to kill, but if not, they fought among themselves.

These guys are literally crazy about fighting.

Among them, Jo Yang-ak was someone who really enjoyed watching and imagining this.

Especially, when a boy catches two bugs and starts a fight, when the one he has chosen to do as he pleases crushes the other, he feels a sense of joy at that time.

And there has never been a single hunt that has failed. The secret was simple: send someone who is always stronger than the opponent.

If the opponent is a sheep, send a wolf. If the opponent is a wolf, send a bear.

But… … .

“Jang Yi-seo, how on earth did you survive?”

Crunch! The desk in his office shattered under his palm. This was the third time. Like most strategists, he hated the feeling of walking through fog.

“It was clearly a much higher rating than his ability. Even assuming that he had captured Wang Woo and No Gun. That’s why he sent Geomno Ssangsal and Galmuncheon despite his concerns. This was a task that could never fail.”

I felt deep anger from my danjeon. I almost turned into a dog because that bastard survived.

This must have definitely created a huge variable.

‘I ordered a thorough search around Jangho, but no bodies were found. Of course, they could have floated away in the water, but… … .’

I shook my head involuntarily. Not just one, but three. Rather, the weight was more on the side that they had not even attempted an ambush.

First of all, isn’t Cheonsan quiet?

Whether it is a gateway or a party, wherever there is an institution, there is bound to be the eyes of the Oryongdang.

Moreover, if Jang I-seo had known that Do-ra-ok and himself were involved, would he have remained silent? Whether he went to Horongdang or Cheonma-jeon, he would have been turned upside down wherever he went.

However, I heard that Chilsogung is enjoying peaceful days since returning from Maga. It’s not that he is powerless anymore, so he wouldn’t waste his time like that.

The conclusion is… … .

‘That guy, Jang Seo, is an idiot who doesn’t know anything!’

A smile of relief appeared on Jo Yang-ak’s lips. Of course, he was a soldier of the Isogung Palace. He was not a fool who made a rash decision and acted.

“Has there been any news from Doraok yet?”

The subordinate who had been sweeping the floor silently answered.

“Yes. There hasn’t been any communication yet.”

“You idiots. You can’t do anything right.”

The swearing came out, but it wasn’t particularly strange. Since they weren’t the type of people who could easily get along, communication with them was always complicated and rare.

But there was no great worry.

‘As long as the fact that Doraok and we are involved doesn’t come out, then there won’t be any problems. It would be better if Geomno Ssangsal had returned to Doraok… … .’

Jo Yang-ak’s snake-like eyes shone sharply. It was at that time that my head was filled with a thousand thoughts.

“Your Majesty, we’re in trouble!”

A subordinate ran into the office in a panic.

“What’s going on?”

“It is said that the Horongdangju has ordered us to create a portrait of the Geomno Ssangsal!”

“What?! How? No way… … Jang Yi-seo?! Didn’t you say at all that he stopped by Horongdang!”

“It seems like that story didn’t come from Jang Seo’s side.”

“What are you talking about?! It’s not Jang-seo.”

The kneeling subordinate swallowed hard.

“It looks like the Black Knights have appeared!”

“Wh, what?!”

Jo Yang-ak swung his legs with an expression as if the world was falling apart.

“Are you sure?”

“Yes. They say they clearly saw it at the gate. So it seems that Horongdang also moved separately from Jang Yiseo.”

Oh no. The two of them are criminals who shouldn’t be allowed to go out. Just showing their faces would make them angry.

“Where are you? Where did you appear?”

“The report hasn’t been sent up to Horongdang yet… … . Judging from their movements, there’s a high chance they’re headed to Wolha Village!”

“These crazy guys-!”

Bang! Jo Yang-ak jumped up and threw the chair. Then he grumbled and recited.

“You’re really determined to frame me and kill me, you idiots!”

It was an obvious situation.

Even though they couldn’t catch Jang Yi-seo in Jangho, they were still targeting him.

In the midst of this, the Horongdangju is trying to catch him with both eyes wide open.

This needs to be stopped. No, it needs to be nipped in the bud before it gets too big.

“Where is the Horongdangju?”

“They say he is staying at home in the master’s office.”

Of course. The pair of swords that should have been in Doraok have popped out, so he must be out of his mind.

“The market is open.”

“I’m currently boating alone near Wolgwangho… … .”

“You idiot! That guy named Bojo should know how precious his own life is. Who would drink alone in a dangerous place knowing someone would come after him?”

“I heard a rumor that the Chilsogung were all in a state of celebration after returning from victory in Maga. Perhaps it was the aftermath of that… … .”

Aah! Jo Yang-ak’s face turned blank. Then, isn’t this the best opportunity for Geomno Ssangsal?

“Where is the Geomno Ssangsal now?”

“Judging from the route, it seems like they are avoiding the checkpoints as much as possible… … There is still time.”

“Right now… … . Get ready right now. We’re going to the Moonlight Lake!”

“yes!”

The men came out shouting.

A snake began to crawl out of its burrow.

*

– Wolha Village Hong Ye-gyo.

The moonlit lake shines beautifully.

Peeing!

Firecrackers explode in the night sky, and laughing children run across the Hongye Bridge, each holding a skewer.

Crowds of people come and go from a makeshift shrine built to honor someone.

And here he arrived.

A snake that ran without rest, spreading its wings. No, it was Jo Yang-ak, the black-lipped, desperate master.

“Is this really the remote village of Wolha?”

I can’t even remember when I last came here, but I’m sure there was no bridge like this back then, and there were just houses huddled together on the shore of the lake that were about to collapse.

But now, there is a Hongye Bridge crossing the lake in the shape of the letter X and a magnificent skyscraper in the center.

In addition, the waterfront was filled with beautifully styled houses with a consistent feel.

Has there ever been such a splendid downtown area within Cheonsan? Even Cheonsanchae, the largest village in our school, wasn’t as lively as this.

‘It’s like looking at the Central Plains. When on earth did it get like this…?’

I suddenly felt like a country bumpkin who had come to Seoul. I somehow felt like I was worthless. To be honest, wherever I went, everyone would tremble whenever I showed up.

There was no need to reveal who it was.

Just the aura he gave off made the believers flinch and distance themselves.

But now… … .

“Hey, don’t stand there and move!”

Even the odd jobber carrying the long log was treating him like a country bumpkin. And he was a guy who looked like a catfish.

The guy passed by and tapped my shoulder, which I had been keeping quiet about.

If you endure this, it would be a shame to be called a desperate measure.

“Stand up.”

“What?”

The sharp eyes of a viper flashed. Then, with his nails that could tear even steel, he grabbed the shoulder of a passing janitor! At that moment, he was about to grab him.

[Your Excellency!]

An urgent voice from his subordinate was heard from the side. At this, Jo Yang-ak looked around with his claws raised like a snake’s mouth. Then, men dressed in splendid red martial arts uniforms came into view.

[These are the ones who came to Mark.]

It was Chilmuwi. They were walking around in groups of three or five, like vigilantes.

“Don’t stand.”

When I looked ahead again, the catfish was glaring up and down with its eyes wide open left and right. And they were all moving at different tempos, making it very dizzying.

‘This cheeky guy… … .’

One, he was very lucky. Today, I have to hide my identity and meet Jang Il-seo quickly.

“… … Go.”

“Get out, get out. You’re really a weirdo.”

The catfish clicked its tongue and turned around. Jo Yang-ak, who had suddenly become a strange man, barely suppressed his anger and turned around.

Anyway, I can’t ruin a great undertaking because of a beggar.

The important ones now are Geomno Ssangsal and Jang Yiseo.

‘The two swordsmen haven’t shown up yet. If I’m with Jang Yi-seo, they’ll probably turn back since they have some sense. Then, my subordinates will be waiting for them and I just have to tell them to return to Dora-ok.’

That was a perfect plan.

Jo Yang-ak turned around and walked along the riverside instead of Hongye Bridge.

Before I knew it, the place had become deserted and the surroundings had become dark.

And then they discovered a large ship sailing in the distance with its back to the water.

“Stay here and don’t move until I give the signal.”

“yes!”

As I approached Naruto alone, I finally saw him.

A man sitting in a stylish two-story yellow-roofed pavilion on a ship, elegantly sipping a drink alone under the moonlight.

‘Jang Yi-seo. You’ve got such a good fate. You don’t even realize that your life is on the line, you idiot.’

I clenched my teeth in anger. But was it my imagination? At that moment, Jang Il-seo looked at me and seemed to be smiling. As if telling me to come quickly.

Of course, it’s far away, and it’s dark here without torches, so that won’t happen. Of course, they won’t know I’m here.

I nodded, leaving my doubts behind. Anyway, the important thing today was to save that guy, no matter what.

“Be grateful. I am the one who came to save your life.”

Phew!

Finally, Jo Yang-ak kicked the ferry and shot out into the water.

***

Meanwhile, on the ship at that time.

‘You came as expected, Jo Yang-ak.’

Jang Yiseo was smiling faintly while holding a glass of alcohol. Jo Yangak naturally thought that he hadn’t seen her, but no way.

‘Is this the first time you’ve crossed a river?’

Jang Yi-seo vividly watched him approach, gliding in the shape of the letter Z, lightly stepping on the reed leaves.

And when we got about twenty steps closer.

Pfft!

I leapt up with a very gentle splash and slap! I was on the railing in front of me.

“You… … .”

When I pretended to be surprised, he smiled and answered.

“We are familiar with each other.”

A truly rude greeting befitting a snake-like face. He nodded and answered after finishing his drink.

“I think so.”

Torr. While pouring more drinks, Jo Yang-ak looked around with his spirits raised.

Even after coming this far, he was still cautious in case it was a trap. Fortunately, there was no sign of life on the ship. Only then did he smile and say.

“What do you think? I think it would be a waste to enjoy it alone. Can I join you?”