Zhuge Seon’s eyebrows twitched at Cheon Mubaeck’s reaction.

“You seem to know it.”

“I have heard about it, from my master.”

“Come to think of it, you are not a disciple of the Sword Saint, but a descendant of a new disciple raised by the Azure Sky Sword God. Then it’s plausible that you’ve heard. About the divine sword that the Sword God used.”

What was in the box was a sword.

Compared to the sword with a splendid decoration that Cheon Mubaeck was currently wearing at his waist, it was absurdly old and shabby.

The leather wrapped around the hilt was old and worn, and the handle wrap covering it was all unraveled and torn to shreds.

Not only that. The sword was completely broken in half. It was cut in half diagonally.

It was too shabby to be called a divine sword as Zhuge Seon said.

But the half of the sword’s body was clean and contained a pure white light, and it was indeed extraordinary.

“A sword that only the greatest swordsmen of the time can use. Do you know its origin?”

Zhuge Seon enjoyed showing off the knowledge in his head.

Cheon Mubaeck swallowed a laugh inwardly.

Who else knew the origin of the sword as well as Cheon Mubaeck?

“The first owner was the Sword Demon who pacified the demons with his sword.”

“…You seem to know a lot. That’s right. Since then, it has been a divine sword that has served only the best swordsmen of the time as its master. Was it only the Sword Demon? The Dark Heaven Sword Emperor, the Shandong Sword Hero. The Sword Saint, the Sword King, the Lightning Flash Sword, the Heavenly Sword Divine Lord, and even the Azure Sky Sword God.”

“The name of that sword was the Iron God Ancient Sword.”

Iron God Ancient Sword.

A sword that had pierced through Cheon Mubaeck’s past lives.

A faint, nostalgic smile appeared on Cheon Mubaeck’s lips.

“The sword broke in half after receiving a blow from the Heavenly Demon during the Righteous-Demonic War. Do you know how the Azure Sky Sword God fought then?”

“…”

“He threw away the broken sword and started punching. Looking at that, he was a Fist God, not a Sword God. Anyway, after the Righteous-Demonic War ended, and after a long time had passed, I visited the battlefield again and found this sword.”

Only then did Cheon Mubaeck understand.

A sword that only the greatest swordsman of the time could use.

That’s why, paradoxically, it was a famous sword that only Cheon Mubaeck could use.

But he hadn’t even thought about it in this life. Because it was destroyed and lost during battle.

He had completely forgotten about it.

“When I acquired this, the elder had already ascended, and that guy Baekgi had also left for outside the borders. So I was keeping it until Baekgi came. But it was impossible to repair.”

Cheon Mubaeck nodded slightly.

Was there a craftsman in the world who could repair this? A sword that was completely broken in half.

Of course, it wasn’t completely impossible in general. You could just melt it down and make it again.

“Even the Yukga Ironworks of Shandong shook their heads. They said it was made of meteorite iron, but the material could be obtained. But they asserted that it was impossible to melt it down again. They said that just maintaining the sword was the best they could do.”

The Yukga Ironworks of Shandong.

It was the ironworks of Craftsman Yuk that Cheon Mubaeck had often visited in his past life.

The wave pattern on the sword’s surface. This was the characteristic of the Yukga Ironworks, and the splendid sword that Cheon Yuhwa had given to Cheon Mubaeck was a sword from the Yukga Ironworks.

Even such great craftsmen could not repair this sword.

“And there were many who coveted that sword. That boar-like bastard Gwak Yong said that since the Sword Saint was gone, he was the greatest swordsman of the time and had the right to wield the sword… what should I say about this. When this sword was in his hands, it became a sword worse than a shabby wooden sword.”

That’s right.

That’s why the Iron God Ancient Sword could only be used by Cheon Mubaeck.

“Was it only Gwak Yong? Even the Mount Hua Sect Leader shook his head after holding the sword, so it will be the same for you right now. Even if you hold it, it’s just a broken piece of junk…”

It was then.

The moment Cheon Mubaeck gripped the worn-out sword hilt.

Jing-.

The space vibrated.

* * *

The Iron God Ancient Sword vibrated as if it was whispering. The rough vibration transmitted through his palm seemed to resist Cheon Mubaeck at first, but it soon quieted down as if it had recognized its master.

Rather, it cried as if a puppy was fawning.

Cheon Mubaeck smiled.

‘You are the only one who sees through my past lives and recognizes me.’

When time accumulates in a sword, a will is contained.

The meaning that only the greatest swordsman of the time could use it was that.

It only recognized Cheon Mubaeck as its master. And since Cheon Mubaeck was the greatest swordsman of the time in every life, the rumor had to be distorted that way.

Cheon Mubaeck saw Zhuge Seon’s eyes, which were wide open as if they would tear, beyond the pure white sword body.

A faint, nostalgic light appeared in Zhuge Seon’s eyes, as if he was reminiscing about the past.

“The sword… is crying. Just like when the elder wielded it, it cries.”

“Thank you, elder.”

Cheon Mubaeck stood up from his seat and took a fist and palm salute. This time, it was full of sincerity.

He felt as if he had found a friend who he thought was far away, who he thought he could no longer use, and who he thought he had lost, so he could only be grateful to Zhuge Seon for keeping it.

“Heo… I thought only Yu Baekgi could use it.”

“Probably even the Sword Saint elder can’t use it.”

Zhuge Seon’s pupils widened. Then he burst into a hollow laugh as if it was absurd.

A look of admiration was evident.

“Indeed, you are worthy of being a descendant of the Azure Sky Sword God. Your boldness and arrogance are truly the best, so the number one in the world in the new era will surely be you…”

Zhuge Seon thought that Cheon Mubaeck was saying that he himself was a better swordsman than the Sword Saint, but it wasn’t. In fact, the Sword Saint was clearly a greater master than the current Cheon Mubaeck.

Because he was a disciple who had inherited the essence of the Azure Sky Sword God.

But even so, the will of the Iron God Ancient Sword only followed Cheon Mubaeck.

Cheon Mubaeck carefully put the sword into its scabbard and wore it at his waist.

‘It’s not time to use it yet.’

To show a satisfactory appearance as the owner of the Iron God Ancient Sword, he was still a long way off.

The best of the time.

He would only have the right to use it when Cheon Mubaeck could face Zhuge Seon in front of him, and furthermore, all of the Ten Great Masters of the World.

Until then, Cheon Mubaeck planned to keep the Iron God Ancient Sword by his side.

The way he carefully handled the sword looked noble at a glance, so Zhuge Seon’s gaze as he watched it became strange.

* * *

“You seem to be in a good mood?”

When he came out of the rear garden, Neung-heo greeted him. Cheon Mubaeck handed him a bundle of documents.

“These guys here, investigate them quickly through the Hao Faction and the Beggars’ Sect.”

“What is this?”

“It’s a list of demons suspected of being from the Blood Demon Valley.”

“…!”

Neung-heo’s eyes widened.

“How did you…?”

“The grand clan head.”

“My goodness. You’re saying he already knew?”

“Not in detail. These demons are from the Shadow Sect and the Blood Sect of the Seven Demonic Sects, and they are guys who have shown themselves in the martial world at least once. There is a high probability that they belong to the Blood Demon Valley, so track them.”

“But even looking at the list… to be honest, they are all people who have disappeared now. Even the guy called Cheonryanggoema, who can be considered recent, went into hiding after causing a bloodbath in Shandong 8 years ago, as far as I know.”

Cheon Mubaeck’s eyes widened.

Neung-heo was not that knowledgeable about the figures of the martial world.

“I haven’t been playing around all this time either. Since the Blood Demon Valley guys are demons, I’ve been looking into the demons who have left their names behind. Ahem.”

“I’m on the verge of tears, thinking that you’re finally becoming useful.”

“Hey, don’t say things that make the listener sad. How much help have you received from me so far?”

“Don’t be ridiculous.”

“Yes. I’m sorry.”

Cheon Mubaeck handed the list of demons to Neung-heo.

Although there were also demons from 40 years ago that Cheon Mubaeck knew well on the list, most of them were names he didn’t know.

They must be demons who had shown themselves in the 40-year gap.

Even for Cheon Mubaeck, the information was scarce, so he couldn’t chase them right away.

But even with this, Cheon Mubaeck could see the big picture.

‘The Blood Sect was numerous among the Seven Demonic Sects. They were guys who always competed to take over the hegemony of the Heavenly Demon Cult, beyond the Demonic Sect. They will probably make up the absolute majority of the Blood Demon Valley, and the Shadow Sect will be relatively small in number.’

Blood Sect.

Cheon Mubaeck disliked the Blood Sect the most among the Seven Demonic Sects.

‘Insidious bastards.’

Their martial arts were like that, and their nature itself was like that. The Blood Sect was always behind the conspiracies of the Demonic Cult.

Cheon Mubaeck had also encountered them in several bad relationships not only in his previous life but also in his countless past lives.

‘It’s the same this time. Anyway, they are guys who are bound to be enemies.’

Cheon Mubaeck shook off the memories that came to his mind.

Because they were all unpleasant memories.

He turned his gaze to shake off the memories.

Jang No was moving, talking with the general manager of the Zhuge Clan. The porters were handing over the gifts they had brought in the carriage, and the atmosphere was friendly. They would probably slowly bring up the topic of establishing a branch and ask for advice.

In fact, it was nothing special.

If they could just open one branch in the Zhuge Clan’s sphere of influence, it would be a clean success for the Azure Star Escort Agency.

That would probably not be difficult.

At that moment, a servant of the Zhuge Clan approached Cheon Mubaeck.

“If you are not busy, the clan head would like to see you.”

“Alright.”

Although he hadn’t even unpacked his luggage, it was a meeting with the clan head after the grand clan head.

He had decided to receive help from Zhuge Seon. The list of demons he had just received, the truth of the past, and even the Iron God Ancient Sword. Even the recent movements of the Wudang Sect. He had gotten what he needed. To the point where he thought it was a good thing he had stopped by the Zhuge Clan.

But that was Zhuge Seon’s personal help.

To deal with the Blood Demon Valley, it was necessary to expand the overall scale and make the picture bigger.

He needed the help of the Zhuge Clan itself, and that was solely the authority of the clan head.

‘It won’t be easy.’

Zhuge Seon had retired from the front lines and didn’t need to worry about things like political dynamics. But Zhuge Yeogang was different. Because he was the clan head.

‘Even so, it’s already in my favor.’

Zhuge Seohu’s promise was certain, so Zhuge Yeogang would have no choice.

Thinking so, the moment he entered Zhuge Yeogang’s office.

Cheon Mubaeck suddenly felt a little troubled.

“Ah, why! Brother is on probation!”

“That’s enough. You don’t need to go. It’s right for Seohu, as the young clan head, to go as the representative of the clan.”

Even the great Cheon Mubaeck found it difficult to easily interfere in family matters.

No, it was rather awkward.

The sight of Zhuge Yeogang arguing with Zhuge Seola.

He tried to pretend he didn’t see and leave, but Zhuge Yeogang raised his head and looked at Cheon Mubaeck.

“You’ve come? Heavenly Dragon Sword Hero.”

Something thorny was felt in his voice.

At Cheon Mubaeck’s appearance, Zhuge Seola’s eyes sparkled as if a savior had descended.

‘I see.’

Cheon Mubaeck, who had guessed the situation, took a fist and palm salute.

“My greetings are late. I am Cheon Mubaeck.”

“Excessive courtesy is fine, since you are also a benefactor of the clan…”

But the voice that said so was strangely sharp. The expression on his face was also reluctant.

“Well, the Guardian Array of Wondrous Questions is a cheap price for saving my daughter.”

“I am grateful for your decision to install the Guardian Array of Wondrous Questions in the escort agency.”

“No, but please reconsider taking my daughter to Wudang.”

“…?”

“I said no! I said I would follow!”

“Ahem, you be quiet.”

Cheon Mubaeck let out a laugh inwardly at the casual conversation between the father and daughter.

The haughty Zhuge Seola was also a tomboy in front of her father, and the sight was similar to the scene of Cheon Mungyeong and Cheon Yuhwa in a private setting, so a laugh came out.

Seeing Cheon Mubaeck’s smile, Zhuge Yeogang narrowed his brows.

“I have also heard about the matter of Wudang. So I have lifted the probation I gave to Seohu and have decided to send Seohu. He has worked with the Sword Hero once, and although his skills may not be up to yours, he is a later generation expert who would be sad to be called second in this Hubei.”

It was not a bad proposal.

Rather, in terms of fame, it was Zhuge Seohu.

The current young clan head of the Zhuge Clan, and the eldest son.

The next Zhuge Clan head.

The third most powerful person in the Zhuge Clan.

If such a person went to Wudang together, it would show clearly. That the Zhuge Clan had participated in the joint front to counter the Blood Demon Valley.

It was more effective than Zhuge Seola going.

It was a reasonable proposal that could be accepted.

Zhuge Yeogang also had an expression that seemed to think that Cheon Mubaeck would accept.

But soon, his face hardened in an instant.

“No, Young Lady Zhuge Seola must go.”

“…!”

“…!”

Not only Zhuge Yeogang, but also Zhuge Seola, who was next to him, stopped moving as if they had turned to stone.

Cheon Mubaeck said firmly with a powerful tone.

“She is a person I need right now.”

Zhuge Yeogang’s expression became strange.

(End of Chapter)

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