Absolute Regression Chapter 564

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“What on earth is going on?”

Geommugeuk pondered over how to answer Ian’s question.

“I’ve heard that there are problems within the Hwangryongmu-gwan. I’m worried that it might have a negative impact on Lady Seo.”

It would be incomprehensible to go straight to her just because you have that information. The words that would make Ian understand were these.

“I have a bad feeling about this.”

Sure enough, Ian nodded immediately.

“Then I should go right away.”

How could he possibly understand all the things that Geommu-geuk had accomplished so far? Ian understood everything that was incomprehensible as Geommu-geuk being a man sent from heaven.

“I’m sorry I couldn’t rest after coming back.”

“I’m sorry? Miss Seo’s business is my business. But will you come with me, Young Master?”

“of course.”

Ian’s expression brightened at the mention of going together. Her departure from the Geommu Theater was something she really wanted.

“Are we leaving right now?”

“It will be daylight soon. Let’s meet Miss Han and talk before we leave.”

“Then I guess I can go see my father.”

She had only had one cult leader in her life, but now she had a father and a younger sibling.

The two returned to the headquarters and went their separate ways.

“Get some sleep for an hour or two. I’ll see you later.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

As the sword dance was about to turn around, Ian said.

“Thank you, Sun and Moon Sword. I like it so much that I don’t think I’ll be able to sleep for a while.”

Geommugeuk said, looking at the sword on her waist.

“It suits you well.”

It wasn’t just a word. The Ilwolgeom, embroidered with the sun and moon, suited her perfectly.

Ian returned to his residence and packed his bags.

I packed a new change of clothes, a gold elixir, internal medicine, and other items needed for the trip into my new backpack.

The sword box was kept well in the living quarters. Whenever you look at the box, you will be able to recall the heart of Geommu-geuk who took care of the box for you.

I was so excited that I couldn’t sleep.

Ian went out into the yard after driving the alcohol out of his body with his breath.

After taking a deep breath, I slowly pulled out the Sun and Moon Sword.

Slurp.

A sword was gently pulled out, revealing itself in the darkness.

The dawn, where light and darkness coexisted, flowed along the blade. The blade was so sharp that it seemed as if it would suck in anyone who looked at it and cut off their soul.

Ian slowly built up his strength.

I’ve heard from Geommu-geuk many times that the most important moment to obtain a sword is when you first get it. You have to communicate with the sword. He said that there is a big difference in power between a sword that has accepted its master and a sword that has not.

yes.

The Sun and Moon Sword, infused with the energy of the spirit, vibrated slightly. Ian tried to become one with the sword. The results of this effort would be known when the fight began.

‘Ilwol-ah, we’re going to go together for the rest of our lives.’

* * *

As soon as the sun rose, Geommu-geuk and Ian went to find Hanseol.

“What’s going on?”

She was surprised by the visit of two people. They came so early in the morning, before she had even washed her face.

“Something came up suddenly, so I think Ian and I will have to leave the school.”

What clearly crossed Hanseol’s mind at that moment was regret. Of course, Hanseol did not show that feeling.

“I see. If you two leave, we will have to leave too.”

Hanseol immediately informed Han Bingsanggeom that she would be leaving soon.

He couldn’t tell Geommu-geuk to stay and play some more. She came to see him and Ian. Seo Dae-ryong or Jang Ho could take care of her, but they wouldn’t necessarily want to stay that long.

“I’m sorry.”

Hanseol looked at Ian at the apple of the sword dance.

“I came to see my sister. I’m glad I saw her.”

This time, Ian apologized to her.

“I’m sorry. I promised to show you around Jungwon.”

“Next time. And on the way here, the head priest ordered a lot of things for me.”

“Are you going back to the North Sea right away?”

“No. I have somewhere to stop.”

Hanseol planned to go see Visain before going back.

“I think you’ll find a lot of good sights there.”

Ian made a face as if asking what the meaning of Geommugeuk’s meaningful words was, and Hanseol pretended not to hear.

The sword dance gave the two of them time.

“I’ll go see my father first. I’ll see you at Cheonma Hall later.”

Even if I were to leave, I had to say goodbye to the leader.

Geommugeuk left the room first.

“The young leader is always busy.”

At Hanseol’s words, Ian looked out the window at the sight of Geommugeuk flying over the far wall.

“Do you think it’s time for a cup of tea?”

Ian nodded to Hanseol’s question.

“I’ll worry about it.”

Ian personally poured tea for his brother.

“How are you, Your Majesty?”

“How are you?”

“Why did you manage to send me to the Central Plains?”

“I sent him away because I believed in the leader.”

It was true. If it weren’t for my connection with the Geommu Theater, I would never have sent my daughter to the Central Plains.

“I think you’ve changed since the last time I saw you.”

Ian looked back at Hanseol and said with a smile.

“I had a hard time.”

Then, I remembered the conversation I had with Geommugeuk. When I asked Geommugeuk if it was okay to send the heart away like that, Geommugeuk had responded like this.

-You have to know how to walk alone.

I had a feeling that Hanseol might be seeing the results of that lonely walk right now.

Meanwhile, Ian brought the car.

Two people sat facing each other and drank tea.

“It smells good.”

“It tastes good too.”

As Ian savored the scent, Hanseol suddenly asked.

“Don’t you love the little cult leader?”

It was a sudden question, but Ian wasn’t surprised at all. It was strange that the Sword Dancer didn’t ask this question, since he always called himself the Heart.

“i like you.”

Hanseol stared at Ian without saying a word.

“Why? Are you worried that I’ll get heartbroken?”

Ian said, sipping his tea.

“Life is full of scars from being stabbed.”

Ian looked out the window, and Hanseol followed suit.

Beyond the fence, a bird was flying freely in the bright sky.

“Go and see a lot of the Central Plains.”

* * *

The sword dance arrived at the father’s residence.

Even if I don’t see the other Amazons, I must at least say hello to my father.

My father was doing morning practice. While waiting outside the training hall, I heard Hui’s voice.

“Please come in.”

The sword dance entered the performance hall.

My father held the Cheonma Sword in front of him with his eyes closed. He did not show any prayers or infuse the sword with his true energy. He just stood there feeling the sword. Last time, my father had taught me to feel the sword’s energy completely.

Geommu-geuk also pulled out the Black Magic Sword. Again, he focused only on the Black Magic Sword without infusing it with his true energy or uttering any prayers.

‘You’ve been busy too, haven’t you?’

I was busy killing enemies and practicing the Nine Fire Demon Art.

Because of that, I didn’t have the leisure to close my eyes and focus solely on the energy of the sword. It was like I kept telling myself to look at the sky, but then I kept forgetting.

As I closed my eyes and focused on the sword, I suddenly remembered my childhood.

childhood.

It was the first day since I learned swordsmanship that I drew a real sword instead of a wooden one.

The blade of the sword in his young hand was so scary, but Geommu-geuk pretended not to be scared. Instead, he had a confident expression. I vividly remember wanting to look good to my father even at that young age.

At that time, I remembered what my father had said.

-You must learn to fear the sword.

If I think about it, I think my father would tell me not to be afraid of the sword. Anyway, I just let it slide at the time without thinking much about it.

‘Am I afraid of the sword now?’

Geommugeuk slowly opened his eyes. Before he knew it, his father was looking at him with his eyes open.

“Come to think of it, I’ve been focusing only on the evil spirits of the Nine-Fire Demon Sect lately. On the power of the Nine-Fire Demon Sect, on the accomplishments of the Nine-Fire Demon Sect. When will I be able to see the Heavenly Demon Spirit? I’ve been so preoccupied with such thoughts.”

He added with deepened eyes.

“I had completely forgotten how scary swords were.”

Could it be that I was missing the point that this fear is the essence of swordsmanship?

“Even though that’s what my father said to me that day.”

A strange light flashed through Geum Woo-jin’s eyes as he looked at his son.

What about my father? What kind of conversation was he having with the Heavenly Demon Sword?

Geommugeuk looked down at the black magic sword he was holding for a moment and then put it back in its scabbard.

“What are you doing at this hour?”

“I came to say hello to you again because something came up that required me to leave the school.”

“How long has it been since you came back? Where are you going now?”

Geommugeuk looked at his father and asked him in a subtle way.

“Are you upset that your son is leaving again?”

The corners of the father’s mouth went up slightly, but he did not deny what his son said.

“Ian and I have something urgent to deal with. If anything comes up, I’ll let you know through Tongcheon-gak.”

Geum Woo-jin nodded.

“Han So-jo and Ian will come to Cheonma-jeon to greet you. Then I will go first and wait.”

As Geommugeuk was about to turn around and leave, Geomwoojin spoke from behind.

“I am still afraid of the sword.”

Geommu-geuk looked back at his father. The two of them stared at each other in the air. The sincerity he spoke honestly for his son contained the extreme meaning of swordsmanship that only those who had reached the realm could understand.

“That’s why I respect my father’s sword.”

Because I know that it is not a cruel demon sword. It is a sword stronger than anyone else’s, but it is a sword that is wary of its strength.

“I will be afraid again from today.”

* * *

Ian, Hanseol, and Han Bingsanggeom said goodbye at Cheonmajeon.

Hanseol greeted Geomwoojin politely and gave him a round of applause.

“Thanks to you, I am leaving safely.”

“Take care on your way back. Give my regards to the princess.”

“I will do so. Stay safe and healthy until we meet again.”

Hanseol greeted them, and Han Bingsanggeom also greeted them.

“See you next time, Reverend.”

“You two, go back safely.”

Next, Ian greeted them politely with a trembling heart.

“Thank you for taking good care of my younger brother. Then I will go and assist the younger sect leader well.”

Since she was also a descendant of the Bukhae Ice Palace, she came with Hanseol to greet him.

At that time, Geom Woo-jin spoke to Han Seol and Han Bing-ssanggeom.

“Could you please step aside for a moment?”

“Yes, please speak slowly.”

Geommugeuk said to Hanseol.

“Please wait in front of Cheonma Hall.”

Then, Geom Woo-jin said to Geom Mu-geuk.

“you also!”

“me too?”

It meant that everyone should leave and leave only Ian.

Then Ian looked at the sword dance with a surprised expression. Don’t leave me alone!

“Ian, please come back alive!”

Don’t leave me alone! Was the cry in Ian’s heart.

So the four of them left Cheonmajeon.

Ian, left alone, lowered his head with a trembling heart.

‘What on earth is going on? Is there something I should be scolded for? Or is he trying to say something about the leader?’

At that moment, when my heart was pounding and all sorts of thoughts were running through my head, unexpected words came out of Geum Woo-jin.

“You have achieved great success in the art of the flying sword.”

When Ian first entered Cheonmajeon, Geom Woojin recognized her achievements. It was not any other martial arts, but the Bicheon Sword Technique, so he could not have not known.

“Yes, I did it a while ago. During that time, the little leader gave me great teachings when I was foolish. All of this was possible thanks to the leader allowing me to learn in the first place.”

Ian bowed his head politely.

“If you don’t have a natural talent, even if I personally taught you, not Mugeuk, you won’t be able to achieve great success in this period.”

At that moment, Whiga came out with a box and handed it to Ian.

“It’s a gift from the leader.”

Ian opened the box with a trembling heart and, surprisingly, what was inside was a perennial ginseng.

When Ian looked up in surprise, Geum Woo-jin spoke calmly.

“This is given to commemorate the achievement of the great sword technique of Bicheon.”

For a moment, Ian was shocked. How could he have imagined that Cheonma would give him such a gift?

Ian knelt down on the spot and spoke loudly.

“I cannot accept such a precious gift.”

Her voice trembled.

Then, a word that could not be refused was said.

“Take it.”

Ian raised his head again and looked at Geumwoojin, then lowered his head and answered.

“Yes, Master.”

That wasn’t all.

“Take it now. I’ll take care of it.”

Ian was out of his mind. He took the Mannyeonseolsam with trembling hands. Who knows what it feels like to chew Mannyeonseolsam in front of Cheonma? It was truly an indescribably amazing experience.

After she finished taking the Mannyeonseolsam, Geomwoojin injected a ray of energy into her back to help her melt her energy. Who would have trouble helping her?

Ian’s danjeon was filled with the magnificent internal energy of the Mannyeonseolsam. She had recently greatly improved her internal energy by taking the Bingseolcho given by the Binggungju, and now the internal energy of the Mannyeonseolsam has been added to it.

He has become the owner of an internal energy that is unrivaled by anyone, no matter who he competes with.

The great swordsman of Bicheon Sword Technique, the Ilwol Sword, and even the Everlasting Snow Sam.

She has truly become strong.

Ian bowed his head politely in greeting. Even if he was the leader of the Cheonmasingyo, would he give away the Eternal Snow Ginseng because it was so common?

“I will never forget this favor until I die. I will repay this favor with loyalty to the Soryoju.”

She took it to mean that she should take good care of the young sect leader.

But that wasn’t the reason why Geom Woo-jin gave him the Mannyeonseolsam.

“It wasn’t given because of Mugeuk.”

“yes?”

“I gave it to you.”

Ian looked up at Geumwoojin with a surprised face.

‘Wasn’t it because of the request of the young sect leader that he allowed me to learn the secret sword technique that was only passed down to blood relatives?’

At that moment, there was a reason she had never thought of. It wasn’t because she was the bodyguard protecting the young sect leader, nor because she was a blood relative of the Ice Palace.

The reason was because of someone he cared about.

“Kwonma’s daughter is just like my own daughter.”

“!”

Geum Woo-jin spoke to her in a soft tone.

“Have a safe trip.”