A Spy’s Demonic Life - Chapter 192



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192.

#Just leave it

“If you go north, it’s a village. But there’s a Soo there, so it’s okay. The east is the same. You have to cross Jumaji to get there, and that’s where the Five Princesses and the Six Princes are staying.”

Mao listened intently to Zhang Yishu’s fluent words.

“What’s left is the central part and the southern part of here… … There’s a high chance that the central part was just passed over.”

“why?”

“Because Mahaesan Mountain is right in front.”

Which sinner would want to go to the place where Oryongdang and Cheonmajeon are located? Behind their desire for revenge, there must be fear. So, there is only one place left.

Right here in the south.

“Most of them will be gathered around here. They probably left around the same time as Sahojeong, so they probably couldn’t have gone far. I guess they most likely headed to Sochon, which is only 1 li away from here, Ungju, which is 3 li away, and Wonyeonchon, which is halfway up Mt. Duul.”

Mao nodded vigorously. It occurred to me that there was something Zhang Yishu didn’t know. To be honest, I didn’t expect him to ask…

“Then, is it okay if I just block it there?”

“I’m not sure, but I think we can reduce the damage.”

Mao hardened his expression and turned his head. The cries of countless believers were once again ringing in his ears.

And then, Guyu and Chilmuwi, who had sorted out the situation, approached.

My fingertips trembled, but soon I held on tightly and steeled my resolve.

“From now on, Guyu and Chilmuwi will go to the southern village and chase after the sinners.”

Guyu’s eyes sparkled.

“What are you talking about? Weren’t we going to Daegok High School together?”

“Jang I and I are going there.”

“… … !”

“Guyu, you find them. They must be in a nearby village. If you can’t find them, at least find their traces. Find them somehow and stop them all.”

Guyu looked at Mao with deep eyes. Then he turned his gaze to Zhang Yishu.

It seemed sincere, but he asked if it was really okay. We locked eyes for a moment and then he got on his horse.

I am too ignorant of Cheonsan to properly understand the map drawn by Jang I-seo.

But I know it’s nearby.

“Okay! Find their traces.”

“yes.”

They are the embodiment of the battlefield, and that is all they have to do to find it.

The pillars in Chilsogung were not only made of Jang I-seo.

“Let’s go, Jang-seo.”

So Mao and Zhang Yi, and Gu You and Qi Wuwei rode off in their respective directions.

The dawn of day.

Their efforts to save Cheonsan were only just beginning.

***

Meanwhile, at that time, Chilsogung was running around to protect Cheonsan.

Grand Duke Cheon Mu-gi sat in the barracks built at the west gate, deep in thought.

‘It’s strange.’

Surprisingly, he felt something strange about the situation he was going through.

No one told me that.

It just felt that way.

Actually, it’s because Jang Seo-han keeps getting hurt. He’s as sensitive and clever as a poisonous snake.

‘The circumstances were clear.’

Information that they were heading to the West Gate was obtained in advance, and many actual traces have been discovered.

‘The plan was perfect.’

All entrances and exits from the main gate to the west gate were sealed, and all that was needed was to wait slowly, with bated breath.

What could be easier than this?

But that was exactly the problem.

‘The Lion of Light has been struck. Even if you have the luck, it is by no means an easy task.’

But those guys are so weak. How can they be surrounded so easily?

The sense of disparity stimulated Cheonmugi’s nerves. It felt as if he had missed something important.

‘They burned down the gate, and then the village inside burned down as well. Judging from the traces left behind, their numbers are uncountable.’

So naturally, it was assumed that all sinners were in this. One.

‘Rather, when there are many of them, the crumbs that fall are not noticeable. If some of them went to Cheonsan instead of here… … .’

Cheonmugi, who was deep in thought, smiled and shook his head.

It’s a useless thought. It’s a useless worry.

Even if they were blinded by revenge, this is not right. Why would they stay in Cheonsan?

That would be taking the path of self-destruction. The freedom that we have barely obtained. It is human nature to want to enjoy it for one more day.

Moreover, at best, they are the weak and fallen sinners of Doraok.

The martial arts world is not about numbers. It’s about one master dominating the battle. Don’t worry.

It was at that moment that I regained my composure and took a shallow breath.

“Your Highness!”

His assistant, the Ghost Army, rushed in.

“hmm?”

At this, Cheonmugi tilted his head as soon as he saw him. The two of them were close enough to see through each other’s thoughts just by looking at each other’s eyes. However, his gaze was a little different than usual. He seemed confused and anxious.

“What’s going on?”

When I asked quietly, he glanced back and handed me a letter he was holding in his hand.

He took a quick look at it and accepted it, then added.

“It seems like there are people who escaped from here to Cheonsan.”

“what?”

“This is a letter that arrived in a hurry from Gate 12.”

If it’s the 12th gate, it’s near the Chilsogung Palace. Cheonmugi tilted his head and quickly looked through the letter.

“This is… … !”

And then I was struck with shock. Criminals had appeared in Wolha Village, and many of them were targeting Daegokgo and other villages.

But what was most chilling of all was… … .

【Blood Cult intervention likely.】

Blood Cult. Those were the two letters. It felt like I had been hit in the back of the head.

An alarm bell rang in my head.

“Who? Who sent this?!”

When Cheonmugi asked with sharp eyes, the Ghost Demon Army opened its mouth hesitantly.

“That is… … the Chilsogung.”

“what?!”

Bam! The letter crumples in his hand, and a deep anger appears on Cheonmugi’s forehead.

“Again, Jang-seo… … Are you talking about that guy?”

“I think so.”

Jangseo. Jangseo. Jangseo!

How on earth does the name of such a worthless guy keep ringing in my ears?

“It has already been confirmed that some villages have been burned down. However, it is possible that only a few murderous men escaped.”

That could be the case.

“More than anything, I am concerned about what Jang Seo sent. It could be a plot to sabotage the Grand Duke’s achievements.”

That’s right. Jang is a guy who still does that.

However, Cheonmugi could not easily respond to his aide’s words.

because…….

‘Jang Yi-seo is right.’

It was because the moment the word ‘blood sect’ entered my mind, the unpleasant fog that had been there for a long time suddenly cleared away.

Why does the current situation feel so easy? Isn’t it simple? It’s because it’s a trap set up that way.

A trap to gather the power of Cheonsan here and open Daegokgo!

“… … .”

As the atmosphere grew cold and the silence grew longer, the Ghost Army’s thoughts grew stronger.

“First of all, there is no reason for them to target Daegokgo. They might be able to do that if it were Cheonsanchae or Mahaesan, which can be considered their main base. This is an absurd speculation.”

But.

“Do you really think so?”

The Archduke asked, resting his elbows on the armrests and his chin on them.

“What are you talking about… … .”

“Do you really think there’s no reason for those guys to target Daegokgo?”

The Ghost Demon’s eyes are filled with doubt. What could be the reason? It would be hard if the grains were to fly away, but it would be easy if they were to be retrieved again.

One thousand weapons had different thoughts.

“In the barren Xinjiang, it is difficult to obtain food to feed a hundred thousand believers. Most of the reasons for invading the Central Plains during the thousand-year history of our religion are related to this.”

That’s right. But 19 years ago, the problem was solved when Jin Woo-gwang, the Heavenly Horse of the time, negotiated a peace treaty.

He guaranteed that the Central Plains would be able to trade large quantities of grain every year as a token of peace.

“If Daegokgo burns down, the coming winter will be a critical moment. There is no way to obtain it in Xinjiang, so what should we do?”

“We must find it even in the Central Plains.”

“Yes. But that’s not an easy task either. It’s enough for a hundred thousand people to last for half a year to a year. Where would you get that much all of a sudden? They’d probably ask for an absurd price or say it’s impossible.”

“If one party rejects this, the Most High will never remain silent.”

“I guess so. But they’ll definitely refuse.”

“Why?”

“Because they are fools who believe that the current peace is due to the New Year. When you turn around, aren’t they the ones who bark, completely forgetting how weak they were?”

The Ghost Demon’s eyes flashed between the bandages. Only now did he realize the truth.

So, the disappearance of Daegokgo does not simply mean a shortage of grain… … .

“It is war. The 19 years of peace have been broken, and the winds of blood are starting to blow again in the Central Plains.”

This was it. And Jang Seo also realized this right away and ran to Daegokgo in a hurry.

Because the worst case scenario must be prevented.

“I will tell you to return immediately.”

The Ghost Demon Lord lowered his head and spoke. Hana Thousand Weapons shook her head with a smile on her lips.

Hmm? I looked at him with doubt, and he said in a tired tone.

“Just leave it.”

“… … !”

“Jang Yi-seo has already deceived me before. How can I believe anything he says?”

For a moment, the Ghost Lord thought that his ears were not working. He had just given Jang-seo a lot of strength in his words, and now he was talking nonsense.

At the moment when I was about to ask about this.

‘no way!’

When I saw his sinister smile, I realized his true intentions.

“The world has been quiet for too long.”

It’s war. The Thousand Weapons are hoping for war.

Daegok High School is on fire, and they plan to use that as an excuse to burn down the Central Plains.

Blood Cult and I are saying that we will be together for this moment!

“No one is to leave the gate without my permission.”

The Ghost Lord answered with wavering eyes.

“… … Your name.”

And the Cheonmugi, left alone, thought with a bitter smile on his lips.

‘Jang I-seo, try to block it well. Of course, if it’s true that the Blood Cult is involved as you say… … This time, it’ll be hard to survive with just a little brains. Hehe.’

***

-Daegokgo on Saamsan Mountain.

A tall wall blocks the narrow uphill road.

Daegokgo is a huge fortress located on a mountainside, making it seem impregnable, with steep forests on both sides.

Heeeeeeling!

Finally, the two arrived here.

The red-faced, unidentified person who ran for so long that he became covered in dust.

“Those guys… … Don’t you think it’s still early?”

And the man who answers without hesitation gets off.

“Yes, fortunately. It seems we are delayed because we are avoiding the checkpoint.”

The Seven Princes and their assistants: Mao and Zhang Yishu.

“Okay. Then let’s just quickly tell the news and go.”

“Why do you think about leaving as soon as you get here?”

“The Brain King is a demon. What if he shows up after being lazy?”

“Oh my. You were showing off all your coolness earlier. Where did that person who was so angry go?”

“It got cold on the way here. It’s cold up here in the mountains.”

“Be quiet and follow me. If Daegokgo burns down, this winter will be one of two things. Either you freeze or you starve.”

As Zhang Yishu walks out the front gate, Mao frowns and grumbles.

“What about winter? It looks like I’ll be the first to die before then.”

While saying that, he stood next to me with his body parallel to mine. Jang Yi-seo smiled to himself and answered.

“You came prepared for that anyway, didn’t you?”

Mao flinched, then muttered, “Tsk,” and spoke confidently.

“Ooh, okay… … . Let’s go!”

Jang Yi-seo nodded and shouted loudly toward the front door.

“Here comes the assistant! He came from the Chilso Palace. Open the door!”

Then, after a while, the two doors slowly opened inward with a squeaking noise. Then, the yellow-robed warriors symbolizing the Golden Dragon Party bowed down and shouted at once.

“Meet the Seven Princes!”