A Spy’s Demonic Life - Chapter 278



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278.

#determination

That night.

After the meal, when the after-party was in full swing, Jang-i-seo spent some time alone with Dok-ma.

“Congratulations on breaking down the wall and reaching a new level.”

Even if others didn’t know, Dokma could tell from the moment he first saw Jang Yiseo that he had reached the peak of his power.

Because the bets that were once overflowing as if they would explode at any moment have now been trapped inside the body and have become even deeper.

furthermore.

“You’ve completely transformed. There won’t be many people in the world who can stand up to you now.”

He was not only skilled in poison, but also in medicine. You could tell just by looking at his changed attitude.

It wasn’t just that it had grown in size, but that its bones and flesh had been completely reconstructed.

“I can’t lie to a private tutor.”

Jang Seo-do smiled and accepted it without hiding it.

To be honest, I was surprised several times when I watched Dokma again this time.

Because his true realm, which was previously invisible, can now be seen a little when the Heavenly Horse Eye is opened.

‘It is filled with poison as if it were guarding the Seven Little Palaces. This is the sanctuary of private study.’

It was clear that if one set foot wrongly in this blue poisonous dance that filled the Chilsogung Palace, one would not be able to escape the aura of private tutoring, and if one harbored even the slightest evil intention, one would all vomit blood, tremble in pain, and die.

The point is that the place where he exists is the safest and most dangerous place.

Of course, being able to see the other side wasn’t something only Jang Il-seo could do.

Dokma also noticed another difference while looking at Jang Yi-seo.

This was his unstable psychology.

Just like at the dinner table earlier, when everyone else was laughing, there was a dark expression on his face, and it bothered me the whole time I was watching him.

“Is it okay?”

And Jang Yi-seo’s heart ached at the seemingly obvious question.

You might ask what’s going on. As always, don’t you start by asking how I’m doing?

I was so grateful for that that I gave a dishonest answer.

“it’s okay.”

“It’s okay to rest if you’re tired.”

But the eyes of the poisonous horse could not be deceived.

It wasn’t something that was revealed on the surface. It was just like how a parent can’t be unaware of their child.

It seemed to Dokma that he was only worried about Jang-seo.

How hard he is struggling.

In the end, Jang Yi-seo opened his mouth with a blank look on his face, holding back his laughter.

“… … I feel like I’ve lost you.”

Here, he felt like a created being.

The path was set in the name of mission, and to walk that path, I had to wear many masks.

That was the life of the spy Jang Seo.

But the moment he was abandoned by the Murim Alliance, his past life was all denied and his values ​​were shattered.

“Everything else is the same, but it seems like the place I should be standing is gone. So I don’t know what to do.”

The wall of doubt was high, and finding answers was daunting.

He let out a bitter laugh and spit out poison.

‘hmm?’

But his expression is unusual. He looks very surprised. I think I worried him too much without any reason. I feel sorry and straighten up.

“I’m sorry, Sasauk. I didn’t hear what you just said… … .”

“There was someone who said the exact same thing as you.”

But an unexpected answer came.

“He said the same thing. He said he felt like he had lost himself. He didn’t know what to do now.”

“Who said that… … .”

Dokma continued with unfocused eyes, as if reminiscing about the past.

“This is your master’s story.”

Jang Yiseo’s eyes shot open. If he was a master, it would be the brain god Han Muyeong. And he was a spy sent by the Jeongpa. But for him to say such things…

“So you too were a child sent from the Murim Alliance?”

“… … !”

Jang Seo stands up abruptly.

For the first time in my life as a spy, my identity has been revealed.

I always figured I’d get caught if I stayed in here, but I never thought it would be today.

And in a situation where he is no longer a spy, he goes to Sasuk, who he considers family.

“Are you going to kill me?”

Dokma’s gaze turned to Jang Yiseo’s superior. To be exact, he was looking at the dagger hidden in his armour.

He also knows the martial arts of the Brain God well. There is no way he doesn’t know about his favorite weapon, White Thunder.

“Private school… … .”

Jang Yi-seo narrowed his eyes and swallowed. It was dangerous. If he was a spy, it was right to kill and destroy him without regard to the means and methods.

but.

Thud. Jang-i sat down again and asked in a resigned voice.

“… … Do you hate me?”

What’s the point of hiding it now? I don’t even know how to live. I don’t care if I’m hated or if they try to kill me.

But.

“It must have been hard.”

Dokma offered comfort as if nothing had happened.

Why… … .

The corners of his eyes turned red, and his face was frowned as if trying to hide his teeth.

“Are you okay? Even though I’m a spy from the Murim Alliance.”

“Didn’t I tell you? You are my incarnation and flesh and blood? Cocoon?”

“Private school!”

I was furious at his foolishness. He was the one who came to use everyone, and he lived for that purpose.

But why?

“I expected it.”

What is this?

“Your master would never have hidden his martial arts skills somewhere and left.”

“that……!”

“You must have hidden it somewhere like a well with a secret code that only you know.”

Fuck.

“That’s correct.”

“Haha, I knew it. That’s the kind of person your master was. He was devious and cunning beyond the ordinary. Just like you.”

“Was it so?”

I really don’t know whether to laugh or cry at this.

“It looks like the Murim Alliance kicked you out. They always do that.”

There really is nothing left to hide. Jang Yiseo nodded and spoke frankly.

About your own life.

This was the second time that Jang Il-seo had revealed his life story following Shin Seung.

“… … That’s how I came back from Cheonghae. And the Yeongdan that you worked so hard to make for me was used to save Shinseung. I’m sorry.”

I’ve finished telling the whole story.

Dokma kept his mouth shut for a while and then asked calmly.

“Do you hate this place?”

Jang Yi-seo nodded without hesitation.

“If that were the case, I wouldn’t have come back.”

This was the truth.

The initial approach may have been intentional, but not anymore.

I felt it when Mao appeared at Seolbo Mountain, when I arrived at Cheonsan Mountain, and when I opened the door here, I realized it again and again.

Even after taking off their masks, they were still my family and precious acquaintances.

So I made up my mind.

For their sake, we must leave them.

‘The Murim Alliance knows my identity, and now even the Blood Cult knows. It’s only a matter of time before it gets out. If everything is revealed, those around me will be in danger.’

Sasukdo, Maodo, and his family and friends. Everyone will be in danger.

Haven’t you experienced it once already?

This is why Jang Seo’s expression was dark the whole time.

“Are you going to run away?”

“… … !”

And as if he had read her mind, Sa-suk stabbed her with a knife.

“I didn’t understand your master in the past. I felt betrayed, like he was a different person. I was resentful and resentful. It was just that I discovered another identity I didn’t know about.”

“… … That could very well be the case.”

“No, I only realized it after he left. He was always sincere to me, and I followed him with sincerity. No matter what my status was.”

At that moment, Jang-seo could catch a glimpse of the past in Dok-ma’s eyes.

How much fun we had together.

How much I miss you, Master.

And how much I regret it.

“Running away from Cheonsan means living in hiding for the rest of your life, branded as a criminal. It solves nothing.”

Yeah, I’m sure it will.

“I sent your master away like that, and I lived my whole life regretting it. Why didn’t I catch him then? Why didn’t I join him then?”

The poisonous horse laughs. Then he speaks with all sincerity.

“That won’t happen anymore. No matter what your status is, this private school will not let you go. Wherever you go, it will be with you. Even if it leads to death.”

“Private tutoring… …!”

The poisonous horse’s words shook my heart.

“One, think carefully about whether this is really the life you want. Would you feel at ease if you suddenly left everyone behind? Isn’t that just turning a blind eye? The Murim Alliance won’t leave you alone if you leave like this.”

My teeth are grinding so hard they almost crack.

That’s right. Running away will never solve anything.

The rock carvings will not remain a threat any longer.

“Yi Seo-ya. Did you have a life? Wasn’t it just a life of a puppet created by those who abandoned you? Don’t hesitate, and take what’s yours now. No longer live the life that others want you to live, but the life that you want!”

“… … !”

A huge shock struck my mind.

The life I want.

“I’m sure you can find a way to survive.”

I quickly closed my eyes, which were shaking, and when I opened them again, I felt a lot more relieved.

A wonderful person. A truly wonderful family who always takes my side, Sasuk.

Jang Yi-seo barely swallowed his pent-up emotions.

I am so grateful for his heart.

*

After finishing the conversation with Dokma, it was dawn when everyone was asleep.

Jang went out without making a sound.

I take a deep breath and the cold seeps into my lungs.

The air is colder than Cheonghae, but after the rain cleared, there was no wind, so it felt warmer.

As I approach the quiet pond in the garden, a full moon is reflected.

Pongdang. Soon, a frog jumped into the pond, causing ripples and the full moon to blur like an evil spirit.

As if everything was fake, just like me.

Sigh. I laughed at myself for thinking such things.

“A victory on a moonlit night. That’s not like me.”

It really seems like that.

The tutor was right. Running away won’t solve anything.

It’s not just me.

Yoon-i will truly be alone, and although she was shaken for a moment by the enemy, the Blood Cult will still wish for destruction and will be watching for an opportunity.

Mao and his family, who were left behind, will continue to be labeled as having been used by spies.

therefore.

“From now on, everything has to change. My way.”

First of all, status.

I had to boldly cut off the label of being a certain level of person that had supported me until now.

To do that, there are two things that must happen first.

One of them is a one-on-one meeting with Cheonma.

“after…….”

I steeled my resolve and let out a deep sigh.

A full moon appears on the pond, which has become calm again.

Nothing has changed.

The moon appeared to be an evil spirit only because of its reflection.

I would do the same.

Rather than disappearing into oblivion as a failed spy, he will return with a new identity.

If you accept me then… … .

Then I will really be with them.

I walked and before I knew it, I had arrived at the main gate.

He stopped walking and turned around for the last time.

‘Jang I-seo, where are you going again?!’

Mao’s irritated voice lingers in my ears.

‘Director Jang! This time, you have to take me too.’

I can also hear Maeng Hui’s voice full of admonition.

‘Hey, Brother Jang. Are you going to call me this time?’

Soo’s playful voice follows.

‘I will wait, master.’

Hongran can’t be left out either.

‘Brother, if you need a weapon, just let me know.’

‘We are the best these days.’

Yongtae and Megi are standing together.

‘Where are you always wandering around, leaving your old brother behind?’

‘Have a nice trip.’

The devil’s brother and the poisonous horse’s private tutor.

‘Are you going?’

‘Brother, have a safe trip.’

‘… … Have a nice trip.’

Unfortunately, I didn’t get to meet Guyu and the Chilmuwi guys.

Everyone’s appearance was drawn before my eyes.

They smile brightly at me.

A smile appeared on my lips without me realizing it.

That was enough.

My heart is no longer empty.

It’s full.

He said this with all his heart, taking the lottery ticket.

“I’ll be back soon.”

I said I’ll be back. No matter how long it takes, I’ll definitely be back.

Soon, Jang Yi-seo’s new body disappeared like the wind from Chilsogung Palace.

Put an end to the spy’s life in the cult.

To start a real life as a demon.