Surviving as a Genius on Borrowed Time Chapter 24

Interruption (4)

The fallen body of the man brought silence.

The blow that was struck without warning seemed to have had enough effect.

The bitter laughter of the surrounding Tangrangpa bastards disappeared without a trace.

“······.”

The body of the Tangrangpa sect leader showed traces of an overwhelming swordsmanship.

The scent of blood rising so high made me feel like I was in an unrealistic death.

Jeongyeonshin turned her head away from the man who was lying there so miserably and opened her mouth.

He was holding the blood-dripping Ip Hwang Geum.

“Today, the signboard of the Tangrangpa will be torn down.”

“What, what is it?”

“Mi, chin······!”

The Tanglangpa disciples who finally opened their mouths were shocked and took a step back.

Along with the silence, I also heard words about the sword power that I had never heard of or seen before.

To those living in the narrow martial arts world of Hyeon, Jeongyeonshin’s sword had that kind of meaning.

He gained momentum. He gave his enemies no more time to think.

Although my true energy wasn’t perfect because I unleashed the Shihwamugeukwon, I think I could handle guys like this with the sense I gained from it.

Damn it.

There were many cowards who backed down just as soon as they took a step forward. The loyalty of the Sapa martial artists was different from the loyalty of the knights.

They were people who bought and sold martial arts. They said that even a single penny could cost one’s life.

Otherwise, as you can see now, it was a minority.

“Kill him! Let’s kill him!”

“You crazy bastard. You go.”

“It’s an unbeatable monster!”

“God, divine sword······!”

A divine sword for a monster. At this moment, I realize that the entire world of martial arts is not the same.

It was something you wouldn’t hear in Iphwangseong.

‘There’s nothing more to gain.’

Jeongyeonshin started swinging her sword again. These were not the first guys she had encountered.

He squeezed through the gaps in the sword nets of the loosened swordsmen and struck with a swift sword strike.

It was a swordsmanship that the Tangrangpa disciples could not handle. Eventually, some of them started to run away.

“Eww!”

“It’s ruined! It’s the end of the line!”

“Call, call, call! Call, call! Call, call!”

In the midst of all this, one man shouted something that made everyone in the room stop in their tracks. Jeong Yeon-shin was no exception.

If there is a sword that Sapa can call upon with faith, it would have to be the Blood Flame Sword of the Blood Flame Sect.

“Answer me. Was the Blood Flame Cult behind it? Did they also offer up the people they captured?”

At the same time that he grabbed one of the men’s arms with a golden screw and broke it, he held the sharp blade of his sword in front of his neck.

The guy shouted, sweating profusely.

“Oh, that’s right! That’s right! He’s probably sleeping in the annex right now! Ha, that’s always been the case!”

“You don’t know the master.”

How could you not feel this level of fighting?

“Save me······!”

I was faced with a life-or-death situation. My compassion was at the back of my head.

He lifted up the Ip-Hwang-Geom, which had been carelessly sweeping across the bastard’s neck.

The Jin-gi, which had become faster than before, contained the principles of the Shi-geuk-gyeong.

The overlapping energy filled the acupoints of the right arm, waist, and lower body, creating a qi formation like a tall tree standing tall on the ground.

Wow!

A surprise attack struck the Ip Hwang Sword. There wasn’t even a break in the atmosphere.

At the same time, only a strand of crimson hair brushed across Jeongyeonshin’s forehead.

The vibrations spreading through the palm of one’s hand created a stronger resonance than those of any other Tangrangpa.

“Bloodborne Sword.”

“You stopped it? If you do that, then this disaster is your doing.”

“What a tragedy. This is something that should not be spoken of in the Blood Flame Cult.”

Jeongyeon Shin answered calmly and looked straight ahead.

It was the same as the one I saw in Jinpyeong-hyeon.

A bright red uniform with black and red hair. There was a trace of blood at the corner of his mouth.

He was emitting a strange energy wave from his entire body along with the iron sword in his hand.

Margin’s remark came to mind. It was when discussing Jeong Yeon-shin’s achievements.

If you cut the Blood Sword five times, you will be recognized as a Blue Warrior regardless of age. Of course, it was a joke.

Because the Blood Flame Cult was not a group you could find often.

“You’re lucky.”

“what?”

“There are three left.”

“······.”

In the past, he was one of those guys who would have rushed to see what Jeongyeonshin said.

It was different now. He was moving his feet sideways little by little, as if he was wary of Jeong Yeon-shin, who was showing off her momentum.

It was true that the Blood Sword Master was an uncommon master. He was on a different level from the Tangrang faction, so he felt Jeong Yeon-shin’s prayer.

Jeongyeonshin didn’t wait.

Taat!

The legs that hit the ground were filled with aerodynamics once again. The second step was a real awakening.

He dug in without hesitation, with a dull sound, and unleashed the magic sword style.

A flash of light that drew a straight line collided with the bastard’s sword.

Oh my!

Thanks to taking the initiative, I was able to properly apply my power. Although I was blocked, I clearly pushed it away.

I decided to end it here. He was a master who couldn’t be easily defeated.

It’s the middle of the Tangrangpa. If the fight drags on, the odds of winning will go down.

For a split second, the sky-blue light flashed across the body of a swordsman of the same level.

The sharp senses honed in group combat emitted an invisible light, and even saw through the back of the man who had taken a step back.

It accurately pierces through the energy waves that gather in the left hand while performing the Saihan Long Technique.

‘Here.’

It was the realm of instinct. Rather than clashing with martial arts, he chose to reach it first.

The decision that transcended the moment transformed into a wave of energy and wrapped itself around the Ip Hwang Sword.

It is a spiral-shaped opening scene of the Shihwamugeukwon in the Magwanggyeol quick sword style.

The space was folded as it was, with the appearance of becoming one with the sword.

Phew-!

It pierced through in one go with little force.

Herein lies the essence of the quick sword. It was a method for a shallow swordsman to survive.

The blood splashed in small spurts in the breeze.

“Huh, huh······!”

The peculiar and mysterious energy waves unique to the Blood Flame Sect are scattered.

The second Blood Slayer’s eyes widened as if they were going to tear apart with a gust of wind.

In this situation, it would be impossible to believe that he was a person who could act as a messenger of death.

Jeongyeonshin could feel the bastard’s heart as it was. It was like that from the trembling that was transmitted through the sword.

The mouth of the Blood Sword opened with eyes filled with venom.

“Yes, that guy······.”

“I don’t listen to wills.”

My arm muscles suddenly became distinct. I didn’t even have to use my strength.

He turned around at the same time as he mercilessly struck the stuck sword to the side.

The sound of him collapsing without even being able to groan was forgotten.

“Don’t run away.”

He spoke softly.

The guys who had been quietly moving away as if they had learned the secret techniques of the famous clan stopped.

A voice without a single hint of strangeness completely dominated the Tangrangpa.

* * *

Jeong Yeon-shin tore down the signboard of the Tangrangpa faction in front of everyone in Yeonho-hyeon.

While some people rejoiced as they trampled on the torn signboard, others burst into tears as they held the emaciated bodies of their family members.

A dozen bodies were found in the Tangrangpa annex and backyard.

It was the same as Jinpyeonghyeon’s time. I felt bitter even though I had achieved unexpected achievements.

Jeong Yeon-shin, carrying a large sack of ammunition on her back, glanced behind her.

Some of the Tanglang disciples survived, but they lost their right arms and were being trampled by the villagers.

I trained the Sapa martial arts but my dantian was destroyed.

He was unable to control his body and had no limbs. He was completely disabled.

“Seo-an must be Jong-nam’s territory.”

What have you been doing so far? Jang Sam, who was wiping away tears beside Jeong Yeon-shin’s monologue, responded.

He was wrapping his daughter’s body in a cloth and carrying it on his back.

“Isn’t the Jongnam faction at war with the Paegeom faction?”

His bloodshot eyes and slurred speech were evident. Jeong Yeon-shin’s eyebrows furrowed.

“Jongnam, and Paegeomjong······?”

It’s a rumor I’ve never heard before.

The words stopped. The images of my only nephew and the Jongnam faction masters passed by.

At the end, there was the Sword Master. He was the one who revealed the aura of the absolute ruler and destroyed a family.

It was something that I still don’t know the reason for.

“Since when?”

“I don’t know either. I only heard that the nearby Jongnam Mountain officers packed their bags and climbed Jongnam Mountain······.”

“······.”

After that, Jeong Yeon-shin remained silent.

If the opponent is a Paegeomjong faction, shouldn’t Jongnampa also risk his life?

If they had clashed head-on, it wouldn’t have ended with just one or two of the experts dying.

There were plenty of reasons to fight.

The ear of the elder Yeo Il-shin was cut off by the sword of the leader of the Paegeom clan.

It wasn’t the first or second time they had clashed, either before or after. The same thing happened with the destruction of the Jeong family, which Jeong Yeon-shin still didn’t know about.

It was obviously unnatural for the Jongnam faction’s top players to be staying at Jeonggajang at that particular time.

Young Hye-ah is not at fault. I hope that her second oldest brother, Jeong Joong-san, is properly protecting her.

‘I have to go to Jongnam.’

Margin will also be allowed. The Apostles Thirteen Heavenly Kings were a force that acted as supreme in the Sapa martial arts world.

It was inevitable that the enemy would be subject to military intervention, and beheading the masters of the swordsmanship was an act of accumulating merit.

Jeong Yeon-shin has a background called Ip Hwang-seong. He also has a military force that can handle most ordinary warriors.

‘You can even get public service. Now you should know.’

Why did the Jeonggajang collapse?

What was the reason that the Paegeomjong and the Blood Flame Cult came together? Why did they destroy the Jeongga Jang?

If you’re a member of the Jongnam faction, you’ll know.

“You have brought my daughter to enlightenment with resentment······.”

“Your Majesty, thank you very much! Thank you very much······!”

“This person’s great name is Jeongga Yeonshin! You must never forget it!”

“Jeong Daehyeop! It’s Jeong Daehyeop!”

He turned around, receiving greetings from the villagers, including Jang Sam.

He said that he would throw a feast and treat them, so he refused the food from the famine and said that it should be used for the funeral.

Then, there were people who kept mumbling the character Jeongyeonshin Seok as if engraving a seal on their minds.

He placed one hand lightly on the sword, and the other held the end of the sling on his back.

It was when I reached the top of the hill that goes beyond Yeonho-hyeon while walking a little faster.

“Have you found any trace of the eagle?”

Suddenly, Jeong Yeon-shin, who was standing in place, spoke.

The nearby bushes swayed. Two figures appeared.

A swordsman with a sharp spirit all over his body and a young Taoist priest who looked extraordinary approached.

It was Yu Hyeon, the disciple of the Hwasan Sword Sect and the Heavenly Lord of the Hwasan Sect.

“It seems he wasn’t a member of the Tangrang faction.”

Perhaps it was because he had seen the destruction of the entire clan. The words and actions of the Heavenly Lord were much more polite than before.

It was not a promising prospect like Yu Hyeon, but a true and proper enemy of the Imperial City.

Jeongyeon Shin nodded and opened her mouth.

“I see. That’s too bad.”

“I was impressed by your martial arts. It seems like you are seeing the future of the Magwangikju, or rather, the new sword master. I bet your sect’s future horizons have broadened as well.”

Cheonju stroked Yuhyeon’s back.

As the crown on his head shook, Yu-Hyeon frowned slightly and looked at Jeong-Yeon-Shin.

The impression that had seemed languid now seemed especially clear.

“It was my first defeat. Just thinking about the five-second warning I gave you makes me want to roll out of bed.”

“First defeat?”

Jeongyeon Shin tilted her head slightly. Yuhyeon waved his hand.

“They’re all old, whether they’re the executioners or the privates. The only people around their age are the privates, but their martial arts skills are too shallow.”

“Doesn’t the volcano have any disciples of the same age?”

“I am the only one with a long line of disciples.”

“so?”

Yu-Hyeon slightly lowered his eyes at the indifferent response.

“······How about we become friends? It seems like you’re interested in Hwasan martial arts too. It’s not far from Hokwang to Seomseo.”

“There is no need to go all the way to a volcano.”

“uh······.”

“If you come to me, I won’t refuse you. Instead, learn a new martial art every time you come.”

Yu-Hyeon was visibly flustered, as if he was not used to rejection.

But Jeong Yeon-shin’s last words brightened his complexion.

While accompanying them to the gathering place in Seoan, I had to listen to Yu-Hyeon’s chatter.

There was a lot of talk about a different feeling from Heonwonchang.

It was mainly a story about the principles of martial arts, and the old school’s Jeongjongmuhak thought was also helpful to Jeong Yeon-sin.

The words of God, often added one by one, almost came as inspiration several times.

‘It’s helpful. I’m looking forward to the Volcano Clan’s visit.’

We walked for a day and arrived at the first inn we had in Xi’an. The good times ended here.

He went up to Margin’s guest room.

“The prayer has changed a little again.”

“It looks like your back has been cut. Sit down so I can apply some ointment.”

“Island. The mission is······”

He spoke about Jongnamhaeng while Cheongmyeong, Baekmirye, Majin, and Heonwonchang were watching.

The moment Margin opened her mouth to say that she was troubled after hearing the circumstances, Jeong Yeon-shin opened the pouch she was holding and poured out its contents.

“Huh!”

“······!”

It was the head of the Blood Sect Sword and the broken signboard of the Tangrangpa.