Chapter 361

Episode 361

“Can I ask why?”

“From Dokgok’s point of view, the Archduke may seem like a thorn in his eyes, but not to me.”

“But that doesn’t mean you have any particular interest in him, does it?”

“I think you’re mistaken, but I’m not a contractor.”

“Do not kill people without cause. “What are you talking about?”

“It’s not that tight, but I know that Wu Xiaoze will be very sad if I agree here.”

The man in black’s eyes frowned slightly.

It was obvious why Dokgok asked me a favor instead of doing it himself.

Because Archduke Wu Jiajin’s inaction is that great.

He was undisputedly one of the best warriors in Nanman.

In terms of skill alone, I didn’t know that he would be comparable to Botaam’s swordsman or slightly better than her.

‘I know because I tried it myself. That he is an expert who is on the verge of absolute perfection.’

In order to eliminate such a high-ranking expert, a considerable number of personnel would have to be mobilized, but now that the non-aggression pact had been signed, there was no way to dispatch that much force to the Central Plains.

The reason Woo Ga-jin fled to the midfield in the first place was probably because he was aiming for that point.

“And one more thing. “I don’t want to interact with Dokgok any longer than necessary.”

“.......”

“I don’t want the relationship to worsen, but I don’t particularly want it to get stronger either. I think this is just right for now. “I’m sure you understand what I mean.”

“Don’t you think that refusing a request could cause a rift in your relationship?”

“Are you threatening me now?”

“Did it sound like a threat? “If that’s the case, I’m sorry.”

“That’s right.”

I unwrapped my arms and smiled darkly.

A terrifying energy spread out and filled the living room.

“I guess I look easy because I use honorifics.”

The person in black’s complexion became pale, perhaps feeling the pressure of the heavier air.

The woman who introduced herself as Yeong (影) clutched her chest and looked distressed.

“Don’t be mistaken. Cheonan Gambu and Dokgok are not vertically related. If he asks, am I obligated to do so?”

“.......”

“Go to Lord Gok and tell him. From now on, please set a different eye level. “I have no intention of paying attention to Dokgok.”

The man in black’s expression hardened.

It seemed like he was very offended by my remarks that included poisonous grain wine.

The breathtaking standoff continues for some time.

“I apologize. “I made a mistake.”

The man in black sighed deeply and lowered his head.

The woman sitting next to me looked surprised.

“I wish you knew.”

The energy that was weighing down the area dispersed and disappeared in the blink of an eye.

An awkward silence fell.

As I was staring at the man in black who could not easily open his mouth, I spoke out loud.

“Don’t worry too much. “I will make sure that the Grand Duke, who was unable to let go of his attachment to the palace, returns to Nanman.”

“......?”

“Wouldn’t it be better to just watch over him and make sure he doesn’t do anything stupid?”

“Is there some way?”

“I will take the Grand Duke under my command. “Sojeo over there has decided to stay in the midfield, so I guess we can just have him report regularly.”

“You want to make the Archduke your subordinate? Is that possible? “He is not a person who will fall under someone else’s orders.”

“You won’t know unless you try.”

“good night. “Let me believe it.”

The man in black responded by nodding and got up from his seat.

It was an unappealing look, but it seemed like they agreed and decided to move on for now.

“Are you planning to go back?”

“Because everything was accomplished. “There’s nothing good about staying here for a long time.”

“Sojeo over there....”

“I’ll leave it behind. “You can take it to the lady right away.”

The new form of the man in black disappeared as if melting into the air.

Only a woman who looked exactly like Woo Hwayeon remained in the office.

“You said it was Yeong (影).”

“yes.”

“Is there any other name?”

“doesn’t exist. “I am just a shadow.”

“In that case, please consult with Wu Xiaoze and come up with a new name.”

“Is it absolutely necessary?”

“Required. “I plan to provide you with an appropriate identity so that you can freely enter the Murim Alliance headquarters in the future.”

“All right.”

Tang Seo-yeon, who took it without any hesitation, let out a meaningless laugh.

“Rather than that, I’d like to hear your impressions now. “Do you like the gift?”

“yes. “Better than any gift I’ve ever received.”

“I’m glad that’s the case.”

“You can’t just accept it like this.”

“It is not a gift given with the expectation of receiving something in return. “You don’t have to force me to repay you.”

“Have you forgotten? “The Tang family is a family that is strictly benevolent.”

Tang Seo-yeon made direct eye contact with me.

After quivering her lips as if she was conflicted for a while, she spoke with a resolute look on her face, as if she had made up her mind.

“sorry.”

“......?”

“sorry.”

“Sozer. “Why are you doing this all of a sudden?”

“I’m truly sorry.”

I couldn’t maintain my composure.

My anxiety rose sharply.

What does it mean?

What is the reason for repeatedly apologizing out of nowhere?

It didn’t take long for the question to be answered.

“With this, Sohyeop can tell me three wishes.”

Tang Seo-yeon’s eyes narrowed.

For a moment I didn’t understand what she was saying.

It was only after a beat that I realized I had been fooled.

My shoulders slumped as I felt empty.

[From now on, we will refrain from using the word sorry to each other.]

[Yes?]

[The one who apologizes, whether intentionally or by mistake, will lose. I will also add a condition that the loser must grant the winner one wish.] I never thought

I would use the conditions of the bet in reverse.

I glared at her with a puzzled look.

Tang Seo-yeon quietly averted her gaze.

‘You got hit.’

I sighed heavily and smiled bitterly.

I never thought I would get hit like this.

‘They made fun of me.’

Will you grant me three wishes?

Would you regret it?

I stretched out my hand and grabbed Tang Seo-yeon’s chin.

The ferry rocked and water splashed.

“Then let’s make the first wish right away.”

“...You mean here?”

“I guess the location doesn’t matter, right? “Don’t move.”

Tang Seo-yeon’s body became stiff.

Lips met lips.

And the overlapping new models collapsed and disappeared into the hull.

* * *

“Then, please take good care of Cheonangambu while I am gone.”

“yes.”

I left Meng’s headquarters and set off on a journey to Guangxi.

As I left the temporary base, being seen off by Hwadaerang and other members, people waiting outside approached me and started talking to me.

“Boss.”

“Are you ready?”

“yes.”

The staff was organized simply.

Cheon Ga-ryeong, Tang Seoyeon, and Cheon-woo Dojang.

It was a combination of people with a nostalgic feel for the past.

“Anyway, do you mind? “I remember that the injuries sustained in the previous fight with the Demon Cultist were not minor.”

“No problem. “If it was an injury, it was completely cured right away.”

Dojang Cheonwoo pounded his chest with his fist.

I knew it, but it had unusually excellent durability and resilience.

Changin Dojang, who suffered similar injuries, is still in a hospital bed taking care of his body.

Should we really say that he is a disciple who has continued the progress of Plum God Sword?

“Then let’s leave.”

Dojang Cheonwoo, sitting in the coach seat, waved the reins.

The carriage began to move with a clattering noise.