‘Brother Woo-chi…’

Jeon Woo-chi’s farewell came as a shock to So-ah.

If one were to pick the best friend in So-ah’s life, who would it be…

His childhood friend, Myo-seon?

Wi-ji Chan, who had been an object of admiration since childhood?

The young lady of the North Sea Ice Palace, Wang So-yeong?

Of course, the three of them were also special friends.

‘If even you leave…’

Undoubtedly, the person who had shared the most joys and sorrows with So-ah and had spent life and death together was Jeon Woo-chi.

Moreover, in the past year or two, Jeon Woo-chi had achieved remarkable growth.

Especially in this subjugation of Gansu, Jeon Woo-chi had shown a performance that was worthy of the saying, “the student surpasses the master.”

Unconsciously, So-ah had given a lot of affection to Jeon Woo-chi and had relied on him a lot mentally.

“Do you really have to go?”

Hearing So-ah’s voice, which was full of dejection, Jeon Woo-chi’s heart also ached.

‘You brat…’

Why wouldn’t he be sad too?

So-ah was So-ah, but he had been in the Central Plains martial world for many years and had served as a Taoist of the Cheonmun-gwan for a long time.

It was only natural that his steps would be heavy as he had to leave behind a place he had grown fond of.

However, he had to go.

To become the strongest Taoist.

No matter what hardships and adversities unfolded.

As long as he had resolved to become the best, his decision would not change.

“So-ah. It’s not like we’ll never see each other again. You said you’d visit Goryeo often, right? I’ll also come to the Central Plains often after I achieve my goal. And you brat! Are we lovers or something? Why are you being so gloomy? You brat! You used to tease me so much, and now you’re about to cry?”

Was it because he was embarrassed?

Jeon Woo-chi, on the contrary, lightened the sinking atmosphere with a bright voice.

Because he didn’t want the final farewell to end in a dark atmosphere.

Fortunately, So-ah, as if he had understood Jeon Woo-chi’s heart, soon relaxed his expression and smiled.

“Who’s crying! That’s ridiculous…! I’m just sad because our Elder Baek is leaving.”

“What? Hahaha!”

Soon…

So-ah suddenly held out his hand to Jeon Woo-chi.

“Brother. Thank you for everything. As promised, I’ll visit Goryeo often. You should also visit Yoryeong anytime.”

At the same time—

Nod.

So-ah bowed politely to Jeon Woo-chi.

“So-ah.”

Jeon Woo-chi patted So-ah’s shoulder.

“Please take care, my younger brother. You must be happy.”

***

The next day.

“Please be well, Lord Baek.”

“Master Jeon Woo-chi. We were just discussing a special promotion and reward considering your contributions. It’s a great shame that you’re leaving… but since your will is so firm, we can’t hold you back. I hope you will achieve great things.”

“Take care!”

A few of So-ah’s and the Martial Alliance’s officials had gathered to see off Baek In-hwa and Jeon Woo-chi, who were leaving early in the morning, and they bid farewell to the two.

“The time in the Central Plains will be a precious memory for me. Where there is a meeting, there is also a farewell. I pray that the heroes of the Central Plains will be well for generations to come.”

“Thank you so much for taking care of me. Everyone, take care!”

The two, who had uttered a brief sentiment.

Soon, Jeon Woo-chi unfolded the rolled-up carpet into the air.

‘Wow! I won’t be able to see that for a while now.’

Looking at the carpet soaring into the sky, So-ah suddenly had that thought.

‘Next time I go to Goryeo, I should pester the elder to give me one of those. Hehe.’

As if he had completely overcome the sadness of parting, So-ah had come to have a pleasant fantasy.

Just then.

Jeon Woo-chi and Baek In-hwa lightly jumped into the air and got on the carpet.

“Elder Baek! Brother Woo-chi! Please take care! I will definitely visit Goryeo!”

So-ah shouted vigorously towards the two.

“Yes. I’ll be waiting!”

“You must come, So-ah!”

Baek In-hwa and Jeon Woo-chi.

And even So-ah.

The three bid a reluctant farewell to each other and had a happy expression on their faces.

Although they were parting, because there would be a new meeting.

They gladly promised to meet again in the future.

***

Two days after Baek In-hwa and Jeon Woo-chi left.

Most of the visitors who had been staying at the main office began to leave.

The Green Forest King, Jang Beon-pal, and the Waterway King, Jang Beon-ha, who had drunk crazily with So-ah for the past two days, led their subordinates and returned to the Green Forest and the Waterway Fortress in the morning dew, and the three battalions of the Heavenly Demon Divine Cult and the monks of the Heavenly Demon Cathedral also turned their steps to the Hundred Thousand Great Mountains before even having breakfast.

Finally.

“Young Hero Jin. When can we see you again?”

The people of the North Sea Ice Palace also, after exchanging their last farewells with So-ah, were about to leave the main office.

As if he was very sad, the palace lord, Wang Bang-tae, asked with a sincere voice.

“Palace Lord. We’re already in the same boat, aren’t we? As soon as things are sorted out, I’ll visit the North Sea.”

“Hoho! Let’s do that. Come often. Got it?”

“I promise!”

At the same time, Wang Bang-tae smiled and patted So-ah’s shoulder, then whispered in his ear.

“So-yeong’s resolve seems to be extraordinary. She says she’ll become the best in the North Sea within three years or something… hoho. She was probably stimulated by you.”

“So-yeong will become a great master. Especially in lightness skill and footwork, she has outstanding talent, right? If she cultivates that well and mixes it with the martial arts of the North Sea, won’t she become a formidable master?”

“Hehe. Then at that time, you have to take responsibility for our So-yeong. Got it?”

“Yes?!”

“Is there any man in the world who would want to marry a master of such a formidable ice martial art? The only one with such courage is you. Kehkehkeh!”

At Wang Bang-tae’s words, So-ah let out a hollow laugh in disbelief, but he didn’t want to get into a pointless argument on a day like today, so he answered by nodding his head.

Just then,

“Father. You go first. I’ll talk with So-ah for a bit and then follow.”

For some reason, Wang So-yeong first gave her father a dismissal order.

The palace lord, Wang Bang-tae, who was so excited for some reason, bloomed with a constant smile, readily agreed, and led the soldiers.

“Now! Everyone, let’s go back. To our North Sea!”

“To the North Sea!”

“To the North Sea!”

Only after seeing the people of the North Sea disappear with a grand shout did Wang So-yeong open her mouth.

“Hey, Jin So-ah.”

“Yes?”

“Don’t you have anything to say to me?”

“What do you mean?”

“Phew! Really nothing?”

At Wang So-yeong’s unexpected question, So-ah tilted his head.

He had already said his goodbyes.

And it wasn’t like they would never see each other again.

What on earth was there to say…

“In three years, become the strongest master in the North Sea and defeat me. I’ll accept a duel anytime.”

“That’s not it.”

‘Is this not it?’

So-ah couldn’t understand at all.

Wang So-yeong, who was looking at So-ah, frowned as if she was feeling frustrated.

And then,

“Come on in.”

Imitating the words that So-ah often used, wasn’t she spreading her arms wide?

“…What are you?”

“Hurry up and come in, you brat!”

“No way… are you telling me to hug you, right now?”

“This is the last warning. If you don’t hug me now, you’ll never get to hug me again.”

What…

It seems this father and daughter are not just unique, but a little crazy.

The father keeps urging him to become his son-in-law, and the daughter is telling him to hug her in broad daylight?

But.

But strangely, he didn’t want to refuse.

‘I’m a crazy bastard too. Geez!’

A laugh escaped from So-ah’s mouth.

It was definitely something only a psycho would do.

But what was this strange, complex, and peculiar emotional turmoil that made him want to hug her?

In the end, So-ah looked around, and after confirming that no one was watching,

He made the bold decision to embrace Wang So-yeong.

“Do you like it?”

“It smells good.”

“Pervert… why are you smelling me?”

“That’s ridiculous. You told me to hug you, and now you’re calling me a pervert?”

“Yeah, yeah. Smell or whatever, remember it. This moment.”

“Why are you suddenly like this? Are you sick? It’s really making me want to puke, so stop it.”

The moment So-ah opened his mouth wide like a flounder and made a joke.

‘?’

In an instant, So-ah was engulfed in a shock that felt like his heart would stop.

It was because Wang So-yeong had lightly pressed her lips to his cheek.

His heart pounded like crazy.

He had never experienced such a strong stimulation except when he got a lot of money.

To make matters worse, sweat was trickling down his head, and his face was red like a heated piece of iron.

And it was burning hot.

“You… what are you doing?”

“It’s a present.”

“A present? This is a present?”

“Why? Don’t you like it?”

“You’re really messing with me, ha…”

“Keep your promise.”

“What promise?”

“The promise to give me a ring with a diamond in three years.”

“Ah… I get that, but…”

“Then that’s it.”

Wang So-yeong lightly tapped So-ah’s shoulder and smiled.

‘No, how can a woman do something like this in broad daylight? She’s really unmanageable too.’

So-ah was still dazed.

But Wang So-yeong, leaving So-ah behind, walked away with firm steps and waved her hand as a farewell.

‘Crazy… where does that confidence come from?’

It must be because she’s pretty.

Since Wang So-yeong was said to be a beauty that could topple a nation, it was only natural that she had such confidence.

But wasn’t that a bit too rough?

Above all.

‘I’ve never kissed a girl before… ah… my first kiss in my life… what…’

So-ah’s face fell.

Just then.

Wang So-yeong, who was walking away, suddenly turned around and shouted.

“Hey! It’s your first time, right?”

“Wh-What? It’s not my first time. What are you talking about, really?”

“Idiot.”

At the same time, Wang So-yeong’s figure disappeared like an arrow into the procession of the North Sea that had departed first.

‘It’s her first time too. Who is she to mess with me? Phew!’

***

A few days later…

So-ah, who had finished his work at the main office, visited the Samryunbong Manor on Mount Daeak in Sichuan with Moyong Hwa, Moyong Su, and also Wi-ji Chan and Myo-seon.

It was his hometown and the place where the souls of the God of War, Moyong Cheon, and the Heavenly Demon, Wi-ji Un, were sleeping.

The reason they had climbed Mount Daeak was to visit the graves of their respective grandfathers.

“Grandfather. And, Heavenly Demon Grandfather. We have safely subjugated the remnants of the Blood Cult. It’s all thanks to you, grandfathers. Please look after your descendants from the immortal world forever.”

After bowing deeply to the graves of Moyong Cheon and Wi-ji Un.

So-ah said as if whispering to the empty air.

At that, each of them began to say a word.

“Grandfather. I will become a stronger person.”

Wi-ji Chan’s words, filled with a firm resolve.

“Grandfather. Our Brother So-ah. Please stop him from causing any more trouble in the future!”

Moyong Hwa’s words, who missed her grandfather’s embrace so much.

‘Our Living Buddha Grandfather. I miss you and want to see you. I love you…’

And also, Myo-seon’s heart, which was quietly murmuring to herself.

The two old men in the sky would also be listening to their wishes with a happy heart.

“Now let’s all disperse. Myo-seon has been promoted, so she’ll be the branch chief of the central branch now, right? Congratulations!”

“Thank you, So-ah. Are you really not thinking of working as a Martial Alliance official? The leadership was thinking of appointing you as a top committee member if you wanted.”

“Aww! I’m not interested. I’m busy enough with my family’s work.”

“So it’s money over honor?”

“Our Myo-seon now gets it in a flash! Hahaha!”

After finishing his greetings with Myo-seon, So-ah extended his hand to Wi-ji Chan for a handshake.

“Brother Chan. Let’s see each other after more training next time. Of course, you won’t be a match for me.”

“Hahaha! Yes. I understand, I understand. I will train hard and challenge you someday.”

After finishing his words with Wi-ji Chan, So-ah put his arms around Moyong Hwa’s and Moyong Su’s shoulders.

“Now! Younger Sister, Younger Brother. Let’s go home too.”

“Yes.”

“I want to see the elders of the family. I want to arrive as soon as possible and inform them of the subjugation of the White Lotus Cult, Great Disciple.”

“Then shall we run for a change?”

“Huh?!”

“Yes?!”

“From now on, there will be physical training from the hell instructor. You gentlemen will rush to Yoryeong at full speed with all your might. There are no exceptions. For reference, those who fall behind, do as you please. I’ll just throw you into the fiery pits of hell alive.”

As soon as his words ended, with a kwang! sound, So-ah’s Lightness Skill was unfolded.

“Phew! That guy. He’s at it again.”

Moyong Hwa, as if she was completely fed up, shook her head.

“Sister… I’m sorry!”

To make matters worse, wasn’t Moyong Su also letting out a roar and chasing after So-ah with the Lightness Skill?

‘There are two psychos, two. Ah! What’s going to happen to our family? Grandfather. Please look after us!!’

Even so, Moyong Hwa unfolded her lightness skill with all her might to catch up with Moyong Su.

For now.

As long as the hell instructor had said it.

It was highly likely that she would be in deep shit if she fell behind.

(End of Chapter)

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