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 Chapter 181 - Unexpected Offer (2) Chapter 181: Unexpected Offer (2) ‘W-what?!’ The three leaders were shocked. It was shocking to hear this masked man saying he will teach the True Sword Demon, but it was also suspicious at the same time. “And Anonymous showed us the Sword Formation to prove himself.” The power equal to the Lord’s Sword Art of the Sky Demon was enough to prove that it was real. All of them became tempted to learn. ‘H-how do you know the True Demon Sword?’ ‘I can’t tell you.’ ‘And why are you teaching us this?’ Mu Jinwon, who was the suspicious type, kept on trying to find out the reason but Anonymous shook his head. ‘I’ll just say this. I just considered it was right to teach this to the ones that have succeeded the teaching of the Sword Demon.’ As he said, they confirmed that this Anonymous was a member of the cult. But his power was so powerful to attempt to find out who he is with force. Kingbonki and Mu Jinwon agreed to be taught on the sword skill, but Yin Moha objected. ‘NO! I can’t allow that!’ Yin Moha told that these two clans were banished by Sword Demon after disappointing him and claimed that these two clans did not have the right to learn it. Two other leaders objected and the atmosphere began to grow worse. And Anonymous came up with an answer. ‘Okay. I will do this. This is not all the teachings from Sword Demon that I am trying to teach you.’ And with that, Anonymous showed them a new sword formation that shocked all of them. One formation was much more powerful that even the Sword Art of the Sky Demon could not compete against. ‘This is named Twenty Four Sword Demon. It is the last sword skill left by the Sword Demon himself.’ Martial arts was like a treasure to every people of Yulin. And from looking at the powerful martial art that can be the most powerful martial art of the entire cult, all of them became tempted. And if it was the last sword skill left by the Sword Demon, it also had great meaning behind it. ‘I’ll offer you this. I will teach all of you the True Demon Sword. And I will teach this to one who mastered perfectly in three years. You all know what this means.’ This meant that whoever learns it will become true successor of the Sword Demon. Yin Moha didn’t want the other two clans to even have the chance of becoming the successor, but Anonymous was firm on his decision. “I have trained hard so the teaching would not fall at the hands of those scums.” The Demonspread Sword clan spent 500 years to restore True Demon Sword. And without even needing three years, she was able to complete the sword in just two. And after three years, three leaders met again at the peak of the Five Wise. “…I thought I was the only one who perfected it. I was wrong.” Wise and Sword clan also had their roots in the Sword Family. Three years were enough to have these leaders perfect the True Sword Demon Sword. Anonymous concluded that he couldn’t find a difference in perfection between them and gave them another chance. ‘You all should know by now that this sword skill is 500 years old, so it has its weakness. Fix this, and you deserve the Twenty Four Demon Sword.’ They were given two years. Yin Moha trained hard as she can to fix the weakness. The result was what she used against Chun Yeowun. “But the competition was severe.” Two elders from the Wise and Sword clans were of the top five warriors of the cult. They too worked hard to fix the weakness, so it was natural for them to succeed in removing the weakness. And with the second competition to have reached a tie, Anonymous offered them a final offer. ‘This isn’t easy. Then I will change the method. I will see if all of you deserve the right to succeed the relic of the Sword Demon.’ He asked them if they remembered the first formation of the Twenty Four Demon Sword. Of course, they did not forget that powerful formation. ‘Good. I will give you three years. Replicate the first formation. If you have will to succeed the Sword Demon and with some luck, you will be able to complete the formation.’ ‘What? We have no energy flow or teachings. How can we learn the formation that we just saw once?’ Kingbonki spoke back angrily but Anonymous was firm. ‘That sword movement does not require special energy flow. If you have the right, then you will learn.’ ‘Impossible!’ They became dumbfounded and Anonymous suddenly pulled out his sword and unleashed one formation. It was much more powerful, not weaker than the Twenty Four Sword Demon. After the formation, Anonymous’s arm and leg shook and looked exhausted. ‘W-what is that?’ Kingbonki and Mu Jinwon looked shocked. Yin Moha never saw such movement before, but two of them seemed to know something. ‘Ha… hah… I will test you with this formation after three years. If you perfected the first formation of the Twenty Four Demon Sword, then you will counter the formation I just used.’ And with that, Anonymous quickly disappeared. They were left with no choice. Yin Moha then finished up her story. “That was three years ago.” “Oh…” Yeowun then realized what Lee Hameng had said. The reason she came into contact with Wise and Sword clan was because of this. “Three years, so did you already met the Anonymous again?” “…I have to, in two weeks.” This was why she was locked up in the house and train. She had to come over these two leaders and succeed the teachings. “You told me you can teach me Sword Demon’s teachings, but I have to stop those scumbags from learning the teaching!” Yeowun narrowed his eyes. There was one part that he was being suspicious as he heard the story. It was Anonymous. ‘If he knows the name- Twenty Four Demon Sword… he must have seen the skill book at the treasure vault.’ But that required to pass the sixth test and he had heard no one had passed the test in 70 years. Then who was this man? ‘I should ask Left Guardian on the person who passed the sixth test 70 years ago.’ Whoever it was, if the person was trying to give chance to two other clans, this wasn’t good news for Chun Yeowun. And there was one more thing Yeowun was curious on. “10th Elder. Do you… still remember the sword formation that the man used 3 years ago?” “Of course.” She remembered well on the movement. Yeowun then asked her to show him in private and she took him into the private training room underground of her main building. Yeowun, after getting to the training room, immediately took out his sword and unleashed the formation. It was a grand and powerful movement that made Yin Moha’s eye turned large. “Ah-ah!” It was exactly same sword formation that Anonymous showed her three years ago. The only difference was that if Anonymous was barely able to do it, Yeowun was using it flawlessly and naturally. “H-how do you know this sword formation?! This is the one that Anonymous used back then!” Yeowun became grim. He was shocked. ‘How can this be…?’ The formation he just used was the first formation of the Sword Force of the Sky Demon. Chapter 182 - Unexpected Offer (3) Chapter 182: Unexpected Offer (3) After leaving the Demonspread Sword clan, Chun Yeowun was concerned. He had thought that he alone had learned the sword skills that Father Chun Ma and Sword Demon had left. But it turned out that there was someone else who learned it before him. He then remembered what Left Guardian Lee Hameng spoke to him about. ‘The sword tracing on the pedestal was copied and made it as a book.’ Even if it had no use without the specific energy flow, it was still the sword skill left by the Founding Father of the Demonic Cult, so Sword Demon copied it before he went on to destroy during his practice and sent it to the Lord’s palace. ‘Lord’s palace… then only one who can see the book is the Lord himself.’ Was the Lord Anonymous then? But that didn’t explain how the man knew Twenty Four Demon Sword. The Lord was in his 50s, so it didn’t make sense to say he maybe had passed the 6th test of the Demonic Academy. ‘Do I need to ask Left Guardian? Or…’ And there was a way for Yeowun to go meet. Yin Moha had said she and two elders from Wise and Sword clan were to meet the Anonymous 2 weeks later. It seemed that was the chance. ‘Oh, maybe it’s a good thing. If those two elders will come out of their place willingly and alone…’ Maybe it was the best chance for Yeowun to tackle those. Yeowun can use the chance to ambush them and also find out who this Anonymous is. ‘He learned the Sword Force of the Sky Demon but it’s not perfect.’ Fortunately, the Sword Force of the Sky Demon required specific energy flow or it didn’t allow its formation to be utilized. The reason why Anonymous’ formation was awkward and made him exhausting was probably because he did not know the energy flow. And when they all gathered back at the office, Yin Moha declared in front of everyone. “I will guard the prince as of right now.” “Whaaat?” She was one of the elders, but she claimed that she will be a guard for Yeowun. This was her way to show her loyalty, even if she was a highly experienced superior master warrior. ‘He needs to succeed for the true return of the Sword Family.’ Chun Yeowun had many enemies. He was quite powerful, but it was still dangerous as he had to face against six clans. Yin Moha thought she needed to protect Yeowun closely. And after he declaration, Mun Ku became uncomfortable. She wasn’t sure why she felt that way and spoke out. “Hmm… that is a good thing, 10th elder. But if you leave your mansion, it might draw attention from the Sword or other clans. Don’t you think so?” Regardless of her intention, her reasoning was reasonable. Yeowun too agreed with this and was about to nod, when Ko Wanghur stepped up and spoke with laughter. “Hahaha! Mun Ku, don’t worry about that.” “Huh?” “Master, why don’t we do this?” When Ko Wanghur explained his way for said problem, Yin Moha agreed. With Wanghur’s suggestion, it was sure that Yin Moha will stay by Yeowun without any concern of having other clans to be wary of them. ‘Thanks for nothing!’ Mun Ku became frustrated and glared at Ko Wanghur, who were satisfied for suggesting ingenious idea. And with that, Chun Yeowun’s group returned to the mansion of the Ghost Illusion clan. When Yeowun returned from his trip to get the approval, Huan Yi came out to greet him. “Huhuhu… Prince, have everything went well?” Huan Yi originally was very worried about Yeowun going to meet with Yin Moha. He had seen Yin MOha multiple times at elder’s meeting, but he knew that she was very stubborn and anti-social, that it seemed not possible to persuade her. ‘He probably have not gotten far.’ She wasn’t a type to earn trust just by being strong. Huan Yi expected Yeowun had failed. ‘Hmm… but who is this girl? She sure have glaring eyes.’ Huan Yi couldn’t recognize Yin Moha standing next to Yeowun. He remembered her as a middle-aged lady in her 50s. And by reaching the end stage of the superior master level, Yin Moha now hid her energy so well that it made it even harder for Huan Yi to recognize her. “Stop scanning on me, you genderless bastard.” Huan Yi became surprised at taunting words coming out of the young beautiful woman’s mouth. “Huh? Did you just talk to me?” “Yeah, you!” She glared and Huan Yi’s eye narrowed. He didn’t expect just until now, but it seems he had heard this way of speaking. “…Wait a minute. I feel like I know you.” “So?” Chun Yeowun then intervened. “It seems it’s good if you cannot recognize her.” Huan Yi then frowned. He thought for a second and soon his eyes turned wide with shock. “W-what? Is she Elder Yin?” Yeowun smiled and nodded. Huan Yi genuinely looked shocked to see Yin Moha who had become younger in her looks. “My my! Look at your skin! So, you went through body reconstruction?” “Bah! I said stop scanning at me.” Huan Yi looked shocked, but also looked envious. His face too, even with the mask, had many wrinkles from his age. “Ah- I am very jealous. Oh, anyway. Prince, congratulations.” Huan Yi bowed, to congratulate Yeowun on acquiring second approval. Having Yin Moha on their team when nobody thought it was possible, was a great achievement. And if she had gone through body reconstruction, it meant she was now within top 5 warriors of the cult. ‘Prince had earned a great ally.’ At this rate, it didn’t seem much like it would be much problem for Yeowun to become the heir. The problem was after when the Lord and Elders from six clans return. Yeowun then asked Huan Yi. “Can you create a mask?” Huan Yi became surprised at the unexpected request and smiled with a guess. “Oh, I see. It’s good thinking. Its to hide that she went through body reconstruction, isn’t it?” “No.” “What?” “We need replacement of Yin Moha at her mansion.” “OH!” Huan Yi realized what Yeowun had planned right away. This was the way that Ko Wanghur had thought of. He said that they can ask Huan Yi to create mask for someone to act like 10th elder at her home. If then, Yin Moha was always one to stay inside her home, never meeting with anyone so it made possible to fool other clans. There was no way for anyone to recognize a young woman guarding Chun Yeowun was actually Yin Moha. “As you wish, my master.” Huan Yi then went to his workshop to create the mask. And with Sama Chak still going through healing his wounds, Yeowun decided to take a day off and rest. Ko Wanghur and Hu Bong said they will return to their respective clans. They couldn’t meet with their parents yet after coming out of the academy. Mun Ku also said she will return to her home so she can see her brother who was alone at home. Chapter 183 - Unexpected Offer (4) Chapter 183: Unexpected Offer (4) And the day passed. Unlike Bakgi who was badly injured outside also, Sama Chak had healed himself enough to move around. “Good that you’re okay.” “I’m sorry, Master.” Guard Jang was still in a deep sleep as he was in a pretty bad state. Around the afternoon, Ko Wanghur, Hu Bong and Mun Ku returned. They all looked happy to have met their families after a long time. “How was your brother?” “Hehe, he’s doing fine. Fortunately.” She was worried as her grandfather, Mun Yun was away from her home, but her brother was faring well. She was thankful that Yeowun asked of her brother. And with everyone, other then Bakgi, gathered, Yeowun decided to meet for the third elder. There was one thing Yeowun wanted to ask Left Guardian, but he had to go for the approval first. “We’ll divide into groups.” “Huh?” Last night, Yeowun had planned what he needed to do. He figured that it was important to gather approvals, but it seemed also necessary to meet with clans from his members still at the academy. Yeowun then told Ko Wanghur, Hu Bong and Mun Ku to meet with their members at the academy and arrange a meeting with clan leaders of respective clans. Ko Wanghur then shook his head. “I think me and Hu Bong can do it fine. It’s better that you keep at least three with you, master. Take Mun Ku with you.” Yin Moha was enough as a guard, but she was still an elder, so Wanghur thought it wouldn’t feel comfortable for Yeowun to order her around. ‘Dammit… I don’t get to say anything again!’ Hu Bong became disappointed that he was given no chance to say his opinion. And unlike him, Mun Ku was glad that Ko Wanghur suggested so she can stay with Yeowun. Her frustration with yesterday’s event had disappeared. She didn’t know why but she didn’t like seeing Yeowun close with another woman. “Then I’ll be off to Samu clan. I’m counting on you guys. Wanghur, Hu Bong.” “Yes, master! Good luck.” And two groups went on their quest. Yeowun and his group went to the Samu clan’s mansion located east of the castle. Samu clan was one of the highest-ranking clans aside from six clans. The mansion was lavish and grand, almost equal to that of mansion from six clans. At the entrance, Yeowun took a deep breath. He had to duel two of the elders he had got approval from until now. But unlike the other two, Sama Chak said his father was looking forward to meeting with Yeowun. ‘Will I get approval easily this time?’ Yeowun was actually weird that there was an elder who was going to meet him with a friendly gesture. But he wasn’t sure yet. And when they got up to the entrance, two middle-aged guards became surprised and ran out. “Young master!” They had recognized Sama Chak right away. They had not seen him for three years and 7 months, but they still recognized him right away. They looked happy to see Sama Chak who had now grown into adulthood. “Mr. Achung. Mr. Sunwon.” “Young master! You have grown well! This is a pleasant surprise! Did you graduate from the academy?” “Yeah, I’m done with the academy now.” Mun Ku scratched his nose as it felt like he will cry. This looked very promising that Yeowun might get approved easily. Sama Chak then quickly spoke to Achung. “Can you tell my father that I’m here with Prince Chun Yeowun?” “Yes, young master.” Achung then ran inside the mansion. Soon, someone else ran out of the mansion. It was the leader of Samu clan, and the 9th elder, Sama Yi. He had slick pushed back hair with well-cared mustache. Sama Yi bowed at Chun Yeowun and smiled. “Prince, no. Elder Chun. It is an honor to have you here at my humble home. Please come on in.” It was a warm welcome. What’s interesting was that Sama Yi did not recognize Yin Moha standing next to Yeowun. It seems he had figured Yin Moha was just some kind of woman guard. ‘It should be better to hide your identity for now.’ She agreed with the plan so she didn’t say anything. Yin Moha was like a secret weapon to Yeowun now. Sama Yi then spoke to Yeowun. “Please come in. We will have a feast for Elder Chun’s visit! It’s still daylight, but we’ll go ahead and drink our day away!” “…Thank you for your hospitality.” Yeowun didn’t look all that excited, however. He was awkward at such a warm welcome that he had never received until now, and he also thought that this seemed like it was too much. But Sama Yi wasn’t lying. When the group walked past the outer building and into the large guesthouse, they were brought upon large feasting table full of expensive and luxurious cuisine. The scent of expensive liquor was also very tempting. If Ko Wanghur had seen this, he would have regretted sending Mun Ku instead of himself. “Here now. Come on in. You all have done well at the academy.” Sama Yi offered them to eat. He was still a leader, but he made it so like Chun Yeowun needed to start on the eating for the party to begin. When Yeowun grabbed the chopstick awkwardly, the feast began. “You know! I was mesmerized by how you handled Elder Baek at that time! It was astonishing!” Sama Yi sat right next to Yeowun and complemented and praised him throughout the feasting. It was his show of friendliness, but it just felt awkward for Yeowun. And after some time, Yeowun thought it was time to go into his business. “I have something to ask you, Elder Sama.” Sama Yi then became serious and responded. “Please, tell me anything. I will help with anything.” Yeowun then got up from his seat and bowed. “I want you to approve me for becoming the heir.” “Ah!” Sama Yi looked astounded. He had heard that Yeowun had appeared at the Bijak street, so he had expected this time would come soon. “You shouldn’t bow to a mere elder, when you will become the Lord in the future. Please, raise up.” Sama Yi then gave a sign to his servant. The servant came up to him and Sama Yi whispered something, The servant then walked out, to get someone. Soon, someone entered the guest house. ‘Huh?’ Everyone at the feast table turned at the person. She was a beautiful lady, probably in her 19 or 20, with yellow silk clothes with many pieces of jewelry. Her eyes were shaped so that she looked very innocent and pure. “Introduce yourself.” Sama Yi spoke to her and she bowed politely. “Greetings, Elder Chun. I am Sama Young.” “I am Chun Yeowun.” It was certain that she was related to Sama Yi, as she shared the family name. Yeowun awkwardly bowed back at her. ‘Why did he call her here?’ Yeowun became confused and Sama Yi smiled and spoke. “Hahaha, she is my daughter. She is Chak’s sister.” “…I see.” Sama Yi then revealed his true intention. “Of course, I will approve you of becoming the heir. But don’t you think we need some kind of mutual trust for that? And so that’s where I want to ask you.” Chun Yeowun didn’t feel good about where it was going and frowned. “What do you mean?” “Well, since you are not still married… Why don’t you take my daughter as your wife?” -Pffffffft Mun Ku spat her liquor that she was drinking like a spray at that word. Chapter 184 - Unexpected Offer (5) Chapter 184: Unexpected Offer (5) Mun Ku sprayed all the liquor over the entire food on the table. Sama Chak was also drenched in a liquid that came out of Mun Ku’s mouth and became dumbfounded. “Mun Ku… what is…” Chak wanted to complain to Mun Ku on what she just did, but Yeowun spoke first that stopped him. “I am not following what you are saying.” He had guessed there was something Sama Yi wanted, but he didn’t expect it to be a marriage. He did think about the future ahead of him, but marriage wasn’t on his mind yet. Sama Yi then asked him. “Are you not satisfied with my daughter?” “No, it’s not that…” “Then is there any problem?” It seems Sama Yi was determined. This whole event had been planned by Sama Yi ever since he saw Yeowun defeating Baek Oh, the leader of Poison clan and the Elder of the Cult. ‘I have to make Prince Chun as our family!’ Most clans, even Samu clan who was at highest ranking beneath the six clans, still had to be wary of what they were doing and aways were afraid of six clans. And here was Chun Yeowun, prince from none of these six clans and one who was determined to overthrow the current system. ‘The Sama clan will be the one who earns the place to be the first wife of the future Lord.’ From what he had seen in history, he had thought Yeowun will have multiple wives, even after overthrowing six clans. And if that was true, Sama Yi wanted to take the best piece of pie first when he can. Sama Yi smiled at Yeowun. “Haha. It is natural for two groups to join together in marriage for better relationships.” “…” Chun Yeowun became wordless and Sama Yi changed his method to persuasion. ‘Even if he is powerful, he is still young to know about politics.’ Sama Yi had kept his clan at highest-ranking clan over 20 years against six clans. He was experienced and good at many schemes and tactics. He had many plans ready for his project to have Yeowun as his son in law. “Elder Chun. If you become the heir, you will have yourself against these six clans. You should know better.” Every cultist knew that Chun Yeowun and six clans did not get along. If Yeowun was to become the heir, it was apparent that six clans will try to do something to overthrow potential powerful enemy before they are overthrown instead. “Becoming an heir is just the start. You are powerful, but if you are against them, then you need forces equal to theirs. And for that, Samu clan will be your powerful ally.” This was true. If Sama Yi, leader of one of highest-ranking clans, and the Elder of the cult were to join, Chun Yeowun was going to earn a great ally. ‘Ugh… he has a point.’ Mun Ku thought as she looked at Sama Yi and Chun Yeowun with worried look. And when she thought got to the point where maybe Yeowun will accept the offer and marry Sama Young, then she became shocked. ‘Huh? Why am I worried about that?’ She was surprised that she came to such thought. She had pledged allegiance but never thought Chun Yeowun as a person of romantic interest. But when she heard that Yeowun might get married, she felt frustrated and sad. ‘No way. I’m not…’ When she realized her feeling was not what she thought it would be, her heart began to pound. And as she began undergoing emotional turmoil, Sama Yi continued. “No offense, but you are from nowhere, Elder Chun. Background and who you have at your side isn’t something to consider lightly. And for that, marriage will bind us together strong. This will ensure your foothold and help you grow in power.” “Hmm.” Yeowun began to thought and Sama Yi figured that Yeowun was agreeing to his idea. Sama Yi then smiled and went onto the conclusion. “I will approve you of becoming the heir, Elder Chun. But if we become one family, then you will earn the might of Samu clan under your feet. This is possibly the best way you can imagine! Isn’t it? Hahaha.” But this was what he really thought. ‘With the future Lord as my son in law, our clan will become the number one clan of the cult! This serves both of us well.’ Was he really persuaded? Yeowun seemed to be deep in thought and everyone turned to Yeowun. Mun Ku even had her eyes pointed down from concern. Yeowun, who fell silent for a long time, spoke. “You are right.” That brought joy and sadness to the people. Sama Yi wasn’t sure if Yeowun will agree, but he instantly brightened up and smiled. ‘YES! Hahaha! I knew it. What fool will refuse such a good offer?’ But Mun Ku instantly turned gloomy. She felt her heart aching when she heard Yeowun saying as if he was ready to marry. She had been rejecting the idea, but she finally realized her true feeling. ‘So… I’m in love.’ She finally realized her feeling, but Yeowun was going to be with another woman. This made her feel lonely and sad. Sama Young, who was pushing back her hair embarrassingly, was pretty and Mun Ku herself, hiding her face with man’s mask wasn’t. There was no way Yeowun will like her in that way. “Hahaha! You have made a good choice. We will be family now, so we can…” “I think you misunderstood.” “Yes?” “I just said you are right in what you said.” Sama Yi froze in place at what Yeowun said and asked. “I beg your pardon?” “Let me ask you instead. Aside from marriage, do you intend on approving me of being the heir?” “U-uh, that’s…” Sama Yi frowned. He didn’t expect Yeowun will ask back in this way. He had expected Yeowun to accept the offer as it was going to benefit both of them, so this question was unexpected to say the least. ‘This is..’ If he says the marriage was requirement, then it would put him in a shoe where he was only wanting power, and if he says marriage doesn’t matter, then this will give Yeowun reason to refuse the marriage. ‘He got me. I thought he was going to be naïve… I was wrong.’ Chapter 185 - Unexpected Offer (6) Chapter 185: Unexpected Offer (6) Sama Yi was lost for words. He couldn’t answer either way. He thought maybe he should go strong for the future’s sake, but he was concerned about what Chun Yeowun had done until now, which in turn would come to him. ‘Prince Chun does not even fear six clans that all cultists fear. It might not be a good idea to make him angry.’ He was afraid of ruining everything out of greed. Sama Chak then opened his mouth to help his father. “Master, can I say something?” “…Go ahead.” “My father, 9th Elder have shown great interest in you ever since the sixth test. Even if it wasn’t for the marriage, my father have prepared this feast only because he thought you fit to become the heir.” ‘N-no! My son, if you say that…’ Sama Yi frowned. Sama Chak was only trying to help, but this had narrowed the remaining option for Sama Yi. “Is that true? Elder?” “U-Uh…” Sama Yi hesitated and Yeowun suddenly got up from the seat. Sama Yi became shocked and Yeowun bowed. “I think your opinion differs from that of your son’s. I think you and I walk the different path. I am grateful for your welcome. It is time for me to go.” “Huh?!” This was an outright decline, giving up what Yeowun had come here to do. Sama Yi thought Yeowun would not go that far as he needed approval, but this wasn’t expected. ‘Ah!’ And with this, Mun Ku who had been gloomy, brightened up. She was worried that Yeowun might marry another woman, but refusing like this gave her new hope. ‘But wouldn’t this become a problem to Prince later?’ She was glad that Yeowun refused, but this brought concern. Samu Clan was surely going to be a great help. Besides, the Lord himself also had 7 wives and many heroes had many wives so marrying someone here wasn’t much of an issue anyway. ‘Oh?’ And with Yeowun turning away, Yin Moha smiled in surprise. She was worried that maybe Yeowun will be persuaded by Sama Yi’s plans, but it was glad to see Yeowun going strong against him. “Let’s go!” As Yeowun said to his servants, Sama Yi’s eye turned large. ‘I-is he really leaving?!’ “W-wait!” As Yeowun tried to go down from the guesthouse, Sama Yi grabbed him. “E-elder Chun! Where are you going? You can’t just leave!” Sama Yi frantically held onto Yeowun and decided he should step back on this. “If you are angry from the marriage proposal…” “Marriage. That, we can do it just like how you offered. Elder Sama. But do you know why I want to become the heir?” Chun Yeowun asked Sama Yi. The simple reason would be Yeowun wanting to become the Lord, but this question meant that Yeowun was asking for something else. Yeowun then spoke to Sama YI. “Why do you think the six clans hold the power over the entire cult today?” “Why? That’s…” Sama Yi then realized what Yeowun was talking about. Chun Yeowun was saying that having a familial relationship with the Lord had brought this problem. Sama Yi, elder of the cult, knew this very well and have thought himself that this was a problem. “I rose up to fix the cult and bring it back to its origin, and do you want me to repeat the same thing that six clans are doing?” “Hmmm…” “I will not do that mistake.” Sama Yi then shook his eyes. He was just trying to stop Yeowun so he can keep a good relationship with the future Lord, but he was now astounded by Yeowun himself. ‘So, he is not just any other young man… his thoughts are deeper than imagined.’ Yeowun wasn’t just thinking of revenging against six clans. He was truly concerned about the future of the Demonic Cult. Yeowun then bowed again to Sama Yi. “I thank you for your hospitality, but I think what you wish is different from what I want. And for the marriage… I want to be together with someone I love.” Yeowun then turned away. That’s when he heard a pounding sound from behind and stopped. When he turned, Sama Yi was on his one knee. Sama Yi then bowed in respect and shouted. “I was a fool and did not realize your vision! Prince Chun, please take away your anger.” Everyone became surprised. Yeowun too asked back in surprised look. “What are you doing.” “I, leader of Samu clan, and the 9th Elder, Sama Yi pledge allegiance to the Prince Chun Yeowun. Please take my medal as a token of my approval.” Sama Yi then reached into his pocket and took out the medal that proved him as an elder. Sama Yi had thrown his greed and truly pledged allegiance. Yeowun smiled silently. And exactly three days after he came out of the Demonic Academy, Yeowun was able to gather three approvals he needed. After few hours later, Yeowun had returned that he needed to do something during today and Sama Yi laughed and shook his head. “Hahaha…” He didn’t expect that he will pledge allegiance because he was mesmerized by a young man and didn’t even achieve the goal he was trying to do. Chun Yeowun came to him as a shock. ‘I hope I am not wrong.’ He thought maybe Yeowun was going to change the cult back to its glory. And when Sama Yi entered back to his mansion after bidding farewell to Yeowun, he spoke to his daguther, Sama Young. “Young.” “Yes, father.” “He is a man that you should not give up.” Surprisingly, Sama Yi had not given up on his goal. It wasn’t sure if it was intended, but Chun Yeowun said that he will marry someone that he loves. Sama Yi wasn’t going to lose this chance. Sama Young, then answered in determined voice. “I am not giving up, father.” “Yes. I’m counting on you.” Sama Young had felt uncomfortable at Chun Yeowun who had not even hesitated on the marriage offer with her. She was proud of her own beauty and she didn’t expect Yeowun will outright refuse even after looking at her beauty. ‘I’ll make him realize!’ And on the way to the Demonic Academy, Yeowun and his members were walking through with only Mun Ku bit behind the group. Her face looked glad with bright smiles. It was weird that her face turned red, then turned into smile and back. She was still thinking of t he moment while ago. ‘Marriage… I want to marry someone I love.’ It wasn’t sure if she had mistaken, but she felt like Yeowun had glanced at her at that moment. Thinking of that moment made her feel excited and happy and made her heart pound. “Hehe.’ She couldn’t stop smiling all the way through the way to the Demonic Academy. Chapter 186 - Face off (1) Chapter 186: Face off (1) At a small restaurant near the Demonic Academy, there was a small room inside where only VIPs were allowed to enter. Chun Yeowun and his members were gathered there. Two men were looking at each other across the table. It was Chun Yeowun and Left Guardian Lee Hameng. They couldn’t walk into the Demonic Academy in the bright daylight, so Lee Hameng had to come out. ‘What… she went through body reconstruction?’ Lee Hameng was shocked beyond belief at Yin Moha who was standing beside Yeowun like a guard. He first was surprised by the beautiful woman standing next to Yeowun whom he had not seen until now, and didn’t think it was the 10th Elder herself. ‘It is amazing… he really did gain 10th Elder in his rank.’ Lee Hameng too thought Yeowun would fail in getting Yin Moha’s approval. She was a weird and stubborn woman after all. But she went through body reconstruction and was now staying closely by Yeowun, so Lee Hameng was surprised by how things had turned out. “So Prince, what is that you want to know?” Lee Hameng asked and Yeowun told the other members to stay outside the room. As they walked out, Yeowun continued speaking on the subject. “Left Guardian. Do you know who was the one who passed the sixth test 70 years ago?” “70 years ago? Hmm…” Lee Hameng became surprised. After asking Yin Moha for permission, Yeowun then explained what happened to Yin Moha in recent years regarding the sword skill and Anonymous. After hearing everything, Lee Hameng became surprised. If what Yeowun had said was true, then this Anonymous was sure to have passed the sixth test and have learned the martial arst of the Sword Demon. “He even learned the Sword Force of the Sky Demon? Hmm… this is…” “What is it?” “It’s been a long time, but the academy has a recording of every cadet who passed the test.” “Then you know?” “…Prince. The one who passed the sixth test 70 years ago is the former Lord, Chun Inji.” Yeowun’s eyes grew large. Chun Inji, was the former Lord of the cult and Chun Yeowun’s grandfather. He was considered the most powerful warrior in the past 500 years, and had enlarged the territory of the Demonic Cult larger than anyone else and had fought against the Forces of Evil and Justice. But there was one part Yeowun was surprised about. Chun Inji had gone missing about 20 years ago. ‘Then who is this Anonymous?’ The man had learned two powerful sword skills stored within the vault and the Lord’s palace. If they were to learn both skills, then they had to have entered the Lord’s palace and also had passed the sixth test. They were all stumped. “Huh?” They heard the large sound of horns roaring through the entire castle of the cult. Hameng got up immediately and opened the window of the room. This meant only one thing. “Prince!” Yeowun nodded with a flash. The horn meant the return of the Lord of the Demonic Cult. Everyone outside on the street began to become noisy. ‘They’re already here.’ The Lord and their group who were told to arrive about two weeks, had already returned to the cult. ‘It’s good that I worked quickly.’ Yeowun’s quick action on getting approvals ahead had proved to be useful after all. “There will be a parade for the Lord’s return out on the eastern gate. Will you go out to see?” Lee Hameng offered Yeowun and Yeowun thought for a second and nodded. He had to head to the Palace for Lord’s return ceremony anyway, as he was a new elder now, so it was better to start from watching the parade. Yeowun and members got out of the restaurant and headed for the east gate. As for Yin Moha, she went to her mansion to pick up the skin mask that feigned her as her face before she went through body reconstruction. The Mountain of Thousand was located at the southern side of the Jianghu so it required to walk through the northern gate to go there. But Lord and his group were told that they were coming from the east side instead. And when Yeowun’s group got to the eastern gate, there were crowds of people gathered to watch the Lord’s return. Returning of the Lord, who was the only one said to be able to communicate with the Demonic God, was a symbolic being in the cult. “Whoaaa! Our Lord is back!” “He is back!” “Praise to the Demonic Cult!” Cultists shouted with joy and warriors above the horse as they walked through waved at cultists. “So, it begins.” Lee Hameng whispered to Yeowun. If the Lord is back, then it meant other elders were back too. This meant the beginning of the war for Yeowun. “Prince?” But Yeowun was looking at only one place. In the middle of the parade, there was a black carriage, decorated with red silk and had the word ‘SKY’ embroidered over it. ‘Lord.’ It was an open carriage, but the decorations and jewelry hid the face inside. It was the parade of King’s march. Warriors walked through valiantly and cultists cheered and chanted. It was a moment of glory, but Yeowun looked coldly. ‘Huh?’ That’s when Yeowun became surprised. Left Guardian Lee Hameng too was surprised. IN front of the black carriage, Great Guardian Marakim was walking ahead on a horse, and Right Guardian Submeng was behind the carriage. But something was off. ‘Teacher?’ He was in formal clothing unlike his regular outfits, but his face was pale and his right eye was wrapped around with linen wrapping also with over his head, as if he was injured. ‘Why?’ And Yeowun realized there were more people injured. After the carriage, warriors from other clans began walking in along with other elders. They were clothed in lavish clothing, but it couldn’t hide their injuries. ‘What happened?’ Elders came in beginning from the first elder. They seemed fine until the third elder, but starting from the fourth elder, they were heavy with injuries. ‘What?’ And with the fifth elder Hang Soyu, her left arm seemed to be missing under her clothes. And elders, which should be 8 that returned, one person was missing. Mun Ku sighed in relief as she saw her exhausted grandfather Mun Yun, still waiving at cultists who cheered for them. Soon, the crowd then realized something was strange and began to mumble between themselves. “I don’t see the 7th elder.” 7th Elder, Kong Sunong was missing from the parade. Lee Hameng had to stay behind as he was the Chief of the Academy, so he wasn’t told of the mission’s purpose. In usual cases, this much number of warriors would require constant contact with cult, but it was put to complete secret this time. So it was only after the Lord’s group reached proximity to the Mountain, when Huan Yi realized they were returning. ‘Well, we’ll get to know soon.’ It was secret until now, but since they were now here, it was going to be found out. ‘It’s strange. I can’t see them.’ Man looking in his mid thirtieth looked around from above the horse, scanning through crowds and he couldn’t find people he was looking for. He was the leader of the Wise clan, and the 1st Elder, Mu Jinwon. In normal circumstances, members from the Wise clan should have come out to greet the return of the Lord and the elders, but they were nowhere to be seen. There were other wives of other lords, but he couldn’t find anyone from the Wise clan. ‘Is there something going on?’ Crowds cheering the return looked very normal. He figured it was probably nothing much, as close to half of the clan’s warriors were left behind, but he came to a certain concern. “Huh? Master, look at that!” Chapter 187 - Face off (2) Chapter 187: Face off (2) Hu Bong then pointed toward the back of the parade. Yeowun and his members became surprised at the ones following from behind. They wore different clothes, and the letter the flag showed was clearly who they were. [Yulin Clan] These people were from the Yulin Clan, the largest group from the Forces of Justice. It was the first time in the Cult’s history where members from Justice walked into the castle. Crowds began to grow noisy. ‘What is this?’ ‘Yulin clan?’ ‘Didn’t the ambassadors come last time?’ And unlike the last time, there was a large number of them entering the gate. Crowds then began to boo and taunt at members of Yulin clan. “Booo!” And warriors from Yulin clan too looked very nervous and tense. Within them, there were multiple other clan flags from the forces of justice. At the center, there were two carriages covered with golden clothes, that showed that important members were in it. “Oh, it’s very interesting, I see.” “UGH!” Hu Bong was surprised by the sudden voice coming from his side. It was Huan Yi, the 11th Elder who appeared. Huan Yi had many spies over all places of the world, so it seemed he had a guess of who and what these were. “Do you know what’s going on?” Yeowun asked and Huan Yi shook his head. “It’s not clear… but maybe we might side with the Yulin clan this time.” “Side with the Yulin clan?” Lee Hameng asked back surprisingly. For the past fifty years, the Cult had waged fierce war against the Yulin clan. There was no severe fight in recent five years, but they were still very hostile against each other. “Well, we’ll hear what’s really going on at the palace.” Members of the Yulin clan were allowed to enter the castle in front of every cultist. It was sure that the Lord’s palace was going to announce something to the cultists. When everyone got into the castle, the castle gate closed and the crowd followed the parade into the Lord’s palace. But things turned out differently from expectation. Members of Yulin clan were escorted inside to the guesthouse at the inner palace, and First Elder, Mu Jinwon got up on the stage and shouted. “Greetings! Fellow cultists of the Demonic Cult! It’s me, First Elder Mu Jinwon.” Cultists became confused when Mu Jinwon, instead of the Lord, got up on the stage. When the crowd became silent, Mu Jinwon shouted in a large voice. “I first want to thank all of you who cheered for our, and our Lord’s return. The Lord is very exhausted from the long trip, so please gather back here tomorrow afternoon for his announcement. For the ambassadors from the Yulin clan who entered the castle, please consider them as our guests — they were formally invited. It is the Lord’s order.” Mu Jinwon then bowed and walked down the stage. So, the announcement of what was going on was postponed to tomorrow. ‘What is going on? Why did they invite the Yulin clan here?’ ‘Dammit, he didn’t say anything!’ Cultists noisily talked about their speculations and soon scattered. There were multiple questions but there was no way to find out until tomorrow. And when people began to return to their homes, short horns sounded three times, signaling the summoning of all elders, leaders of clans, and guardians into the palace. “I guess we have the Grand meeting first.” Huan Yi spoke and Yeowun nodded. He was now allowed to enter the Grand Meeting formally, and sit together as equals with the other elders. “We’ll wait at the restaurant near the palace.” Only elders, guardians, and clan leaders were allowed so Yeowun’s members weren’t allowed in. “Okay. Please take care of this.” “Yes, master.” The inner palace required weapons to be left behind, so Yeowun asked Hu Bong to carry his White Dragon Blade and the sword created from cold steel. He then walked into the inner palace with Lee Hameng and Huan Yi. Inside the inner palace, there were many large buildings, and across from the Lord’s residence, there was a large building made just for the Grand Meeting. The building was a lavishly decorated hall, with chairs placed so that people could sit down in ranks. The throne at the farthest inside was the Lord’s throne that sat toward the crowd, and there were twelve elder seats that placed down to look at each other. Other clan leaders were located towards the outside. 7 elders who just returned were already in their seats and clan leaders began entering to sit down in the empty seats. All leaders from high ranking clans sat down in front row seat, and the other clan leaders sat behind. “9th Elder, entering the hall!” When the elders entered, guards at the entrance shouted to alert everyone. “Welcome.” “It’s been a long time, Elder Sama.” All clan leaders got up and greeted 9th Elder Sama Yi. The Grand Meeting didn’t happen that often so it was a good chance for clan leaders to get a chance to talk with the elders. After a few minutes, most clan leaders got in and sat down on the chairs. And with the Lord who was going to enter with the three guardians, everyone else was now here. The only one that hadn’t arrived yet besides the Lord and three guardians, were the 10th, 11th, and 12th elders. “Three elders are late.” “Well, he won’t be happy, so we’ll have to understand.” Hang Soyu, the 5th elder and leader of the Lust clan spoke with frown, and the fourth elder, and leader of Loyal Clan, Ja Kinkeng laughed and responded. Ja Kinkeng was talking about Baek Oh. Baek Oh was a member of the six clans, but was pushed down to the 12th elder, and couldn’t join the trip. That’s when the guard at the gate shouted. “10th Elder, 11th Elder, 12 Elder, entering the hall!” Three elders entered at once and Hang Soyu shook her head. “Hmph. Does he made friends with low ranking elders while he’s there?” And with the gate being opened, three men walked in. Everyone then turned to the three elders coming in. “huH?’ “What?” All elders who sat on the high ranking chairs frowned. They expected Baek Oh to be walking in with his staff, and the one who entered instead, while having two other elders on both sides, was Chun Yeowun. “H-how can he?!” Hang Soyu knew Chun Yeowun’s face clearly. She had seen him in the first test in the Demonic Academy years ago. Yeowun had turned into an adult, but he still had the same face from when he was a teenage boy. Yeowun then walked up to the elders who were lost for words and bowed. “Greetings, elders. I am new 12th elder, Chun Yeowun.” Chapter 188 - Face off (3) Chapter 188: Face off (3) “What? 12th… Elder?” Seven elders tried hard to stay calm, but their faces were shocked and in disbelief. The 12th Elder they know was Baek Oh. But Yeowun, who had entered the Grand Hall, claimed himself as an elder. ‘Where is Baek Oh? Why is he… Wait.’ ‘Di-did he pass the sixth test?!’ They then realized what had happened while they were gone. The only way for Chun Yeowun, who was a cadet of the Academy, to become an elder was to pass the sixth test and defeat another elder. Yeowun had taken the Baek Oh’s seat by defeating him. ‘So, clan leaders knew this.’ The news of the sixth test already had swept through the entire castle, so all clan leaders knew that Yeowun had defeated Baek Oh and didn’t seem surprised. But they too seemed astounded by a young man standing proudly in front of powerful elders. ‘Was it why I couldn’t find anyone from the Poison clan?’ Mu Jinwon frowned. He had scanned through the crowds on his way in, so he realized that people from Poison clan was also missing. He thought it was an act of protest for the demotion of Baek Oh, but it was not. ‘So, he’s Chun Yeowun?’ ‘He’s the one who cut my grandson’s arm?!’ ‘How dare… that peasant born!’ Elders from Sword, Blade and Lust clan glared at Yeowun, as their princes had lost their arms at Yeowun’s action. If this wasn’t the Grand Hall of the Demonic Cult, they would have unleashed their anger again. But they couldn’t do it, as that meant they had undermined the Lord’s authority and dignity and be punished. The hall turned quiet at the heavy atmosphere full of emotions. ‘Do you think we’ll approve of you?’ ‘Fool! You may have walked in here, but you are still alone.’ Elders from six clans then stayed silent, not responding to Yeowun’s greeting and the air turned cold. Other clan leaders who greeted other elders also fell silent. Hang Soyu then smirked. ‘You may have got up here with luck, but that is far as you go. No one will approve you as an elder.’ Standing up for Yeowun here, meant that person was going to turn his back against the six clans. This was the act to show power over Yeowun. But it didn’t go as their plan. A large man got up from his seat and greeted Chun Yeowun politely. “Leader of the Demon Fist Clan, Ko Wanghyn. Welcome, Prince Chun.” Yeowun then turned around at Ko Wanghyn and bowed. “Greetings.” ‘Demon Fist clan? How dare!’ Hang Soyu raised her eyebrows and glared at Ko Wanghyn who broke the silence created by elders. But it was just the start. The man who sat next to Ko Wanghyn, who looked very gentle, got up and bowed. “Che Takjing, from the West Gate clan. Welcome, Prince Chun.” “Greetings.” ‘What?’ With two leaders from high ranking clan greeted, Hang Soyu and other elders frowned. But someone else also got up. “Hou Sangin from Power Axe clan. We finally meet, Prince.” “Great to see you, Mr. Hou.” ‘W-what?’ And more leaders got up to greet to Yeowun. After high ranking clan leaders all got up and greeted Yeowun, other clan leaders from lowerranking clans got up and bowed. ‘What is going on?!’ ‘Are they trying to turn their back against us?’ ‘Look at all those people!’ Elders then turned cold. There were over 50 clan leaders who got up to greet Yeowun. And even then, there were still more people getting up. The number was already at about 1/3 of entire clan leaders inside the hall. ‘Ko Wanghur, Hu Bong…’ Yeowun smiled. He wished to come in contact with as many as he can, but he didn’t expect this much number of leaders will respond. Ko Wanghur and Hu Bong did not meet other clan leaders by themselves. This was the result of cadets who were expelled from the academy earlier, asking their fathers to back Chun Yeowun. ‘Chun… Yeowun…!’ Hang Soyu gritted her teeth. This was the result of what had happened at the Demonic Academy’s competition. ‘What had happened while we were gone?’ Elders from six clans looked shocked. To them, Chun Yeowun was nothing. Wives of the Lord thought of Yeowun as an enemy, due to his mother being Lady Hwa, but to them, he was merely an insect that can be taken care of anytime. They didn’t think such a being will create such strike back. They felt threatened by the man called Chun Yeowun for the first time. That’s when guard shouted from behind. “Here comes the Lord!” And the man with black clothes with golden dragon embroider entered, and everyone got up and fell to their one knee. “Glory to the Demonic Cult!” First Elder shouted and continued. “We, mere cultists, are honored to see the Lord of the Demonic Cult!” “We are honored!” With entering of Chun Yujong, the air turned instantly. Chun Yujong raised his hand after he sat down on the throne and the man with a strange mask, Great Guardian Marakim shouted. “You may seat.” “Glory to the Demonic Cult!” All the people shouted again and sat down on their chairs. With 7th elder, missing, Yeowun sat down on the 11th elder’s seat and turned to Chun Yujong. His sharp eyes looked like that of Yeowun, but the atmosphere was different. Chun Yujong looked as if he arrogantly looked down upon everything. He was like an Emperor overall here. But there was one thing that he couldn’t hide. ‘…He’s breathing is not well.’ It was close, so Yeowun was able to tell that the Lord’s breathing was very slightly unstable. It was sure that he had taken internal damage. But he looked well, so it was probably less severe than other elders. ‘The Lord and elders all were injured?’ Lord and elders meant that they were enough to wipe out most forces. Then what was the purpose of their secret trip? Yeowun then turned to the man standing on the right side of the Lord. ‘Teacher… what happened?’ The one who stood right on the Lord, was Right Guardian Submeng. He looked pale and had covered his right eye with linen wrap, and looked in bad shape. But unlike Yeowun who was concerned, Submeng who found him, turned his eye large. ‘What? H-how!’ Chapter 189 - : Face off (4) Chapter 189: Face off (4) Submeng’s pale face brightened up. It felt like all the hardship he had gone through on the recent trip had melted down when he saw his only apprentice at this place. Submeng grinned and Yeowun also smiled. The teacher and apprentice had finally met at such an important place. ‘Haha. I guess I can’t call you a kid anymore.’ Submeng was touched. And from what he can see, it was sure that Yeowun had grown much stronger than himself now. Chun Yeowun, who was looking at Submeng, then turned to the Lord at the sharp energy coming through. Chun Yujong, who was not looking at him until moments ago, was now looking straight into him. ‘His eye is like a sword.’ It was the first time he had felt such threatening aura. The Lord didn’t mention, but it was sure that he too was surprised to find Chun Yeowun here. “My Lord.” Marakim spoke, and Chun Yujong raised his hand, signaling of approval. Marakim then shouted at the people. “We will start the Grand Meeting.” With the start, Marakim called out the 9th elder. Sama Yi then got up. “9th Elder, you may report what happened in the Cult while the Lord was out.” “Yes, my lord.” Sama Yi, was the highest-ranking elder while others were gone, so he had to report first on what happened until now. Sama Yi then explained everything that happened. This procedure wasn’t actually necessary, but this was done to show the authority of the Lord. It was done so that clan leaders can see the Lord solving the issue that was still revolving around and have them feel the authority of the Lord. But Sama Yi’s report actually worked against it this time. After briefing through financial and structural issues, Sama Yi reported of recent incidents. “…So, the remaining Poison clan and Wise clan fought against each other. There are no survivors in either clan.” People began to mumble between themselves. With the rumor being spread out, clan leaders who stayed behind at the cult knew of what happened, but those who went outside was shocked. This was a serious incident. The Poison clan was now entirely gone, and members from the Wise clan were also killed. And among them, was the Lady Mu, wife of the Lord. Mu Jinwon turned cold. ‘My sister… is dead?’ He was concerned when he didn’t see people from the Wise clan, but he didn’t even imagine such an incident had happened. It was hard to hold back his emotions. He wanted to shout to Baek Oh, the leader of Poison clan, but even he had died from Yeowun’s hand at the sixth test. ‘This is impossible… my sister will never…’ Lady Mu was cunning woman. She was good at strategy and never fought a losing battle. It didn’t make sense that she entered the Poison clan and got killed. But if what Sama Yi reported was true, what happened was very possible. Sama Yi reported that the reason for two clans to fight, was because of Mu Jinyun and Chun Muyun killing the Poison clan’s Baek Churku. ‘How can this be…’ And as for the evidence, the body had a trace of Right Sword Left Hand on it. The only one who can use the skill was Mu Jinwon himself and Chun Muyun. With this, Poison clan became angered and ambushed the Poison clan, but they lost most of their forces and Wise clan, who tried to wipe out the Poison clan, was countered by Poison clan’s poisonous trap and was wiped out. There was nothing too suspicious about how everything had happened, and it was hard to consider that it was someone else’s plan. ‘…!’ Mu Jinwon became furious and grabbed on the chair’s armrest and the armrest crushed. It wasn’t something to be allowed in the Grand Hall, but he had lost his family who stayed behind, so the Lord didn’t say anything. ‘That woman… died from a mere trap from the Poison clan?’ Unlike Mu Jinwon who couldn’t hold back his fury, the Lord thought it through coldly. Even when he heard that his first wife, Lady Mu was dead, he didn’t show any change in emotion. When Sama Yi almost finished his reporting, elders from five remaining clans were looking at each other with a hostile look. It was natural as they heard that their sons and grandsons had fought against each other and all died, resulting to fight between clans. ‘It’s amazing.’ Lee Hameng was astounded as he watched. With the report being made in front of all clan leaders, Yeowun’s plan had turned to great success. Only remaining report was now one. “From the Demonic Academy, Elder Chun Yeowun had passed the sixth test and have become new 12th Elder. This test as done while the Lord had been missing, so I ask you to appoint him formally as the new elder.” Everyone then turned to Chun Yeowun. Elders were only appointed by the Lord himself. But the Lord was missing, so Yeowun was only given the medal. “I object!” Hang Soyu, who was furious as ever, after hearing her son had died in the academy, got up. “This is a Grand Meeting, not a…” “I approve.” “Ugh!” But the Lord cut her off and spoke. Hang Soyu couldn’t say anything and Chun Yujong got up from his throne and spoke to Chun Yeowun. “Chun Yeowun, you may come up to me.” Yeowun then got up from his seat and walked up confidently and knelt on his one knee in front of the Lord. The Lord then declared in front of everyone. “As the 23rd Lord of the Great Demonic Cult, I appoint Chun Yeowun as the 12th Elder. You shall serve the cult with your life.” “Yes, my lord.” Yeowun answered, and Chun Yujong looked down at his son. The boy who was just a card to be used to unleash his own anger, had got up from the bottom and was in front of him now. It was truly astonishing. Chun Yujong then spoke to Yeowun. “Do you have something to say?” With becoming of the Elder, elder was allowed to ask for one thing, if it was possible. But this was just a regular procedure and was asking to speak of how it felt. Yeowun then got up and asked the Lord. “Please approve me as the heir to the throne.” “What?” The Lord didn’t expect this coming and raised his eyebrows. And at that moment, Sama Yi, Yin Moha, and Huan Yi all got up from their seat and came up behind Yeowun and knelt and shouted. “Please approve Prince Chun Yeowun as the heir to the throne!” Five Elders who were watching uncomfortably at Yeowun becoming elder, became shocked and grimaced. Chapter 190 - Face off (5) Chapter 190: Face off (5) “Please approve me as the heir to the throne!” With Chun Yeowun’s unexpected request, everyone within the Grand Hall became shocked. Those who were most shocked were elders from five clans. They were uncomfortable about Yeowun becoming an elder, and became even furious when Yeowun asked for approval to become the heir. ‘Dammit!’ ‘He… aimed for this!’ Yeowun had gone for a chance to request the Lord. And there were three elders who were behind Yeowun. They were surely approving of Yeowun. ‘S-since when he persuaded them?’ ‘Yin Moha? Huan Yi?’ Aside from Sama Yi, Yin Moha and Huan Yi were known for their unruly nature and stubbornness. But both of them were now on their knees and asking for Yeowun’s ascension to the future Lord. ‘I have to stop…’ But elders from five clans had no reason or way to stop this from happening. And with all clan leaders within the cult looking at them, they couldn’t just object out of emotion without being ridiculed after. ‘Dammit…!’ ‘There is no way!’ Chun Yeowun had defeated all competitors in the competition and also gathered approval from three elders. With the Lord’s approval, he was now going to be appointed as the new heir to the throne. Elders were fools to think that they can get rid of Yeowun anytime. ‘If the Lord approves it, then…’ This was the worst-case scenario. If one not from the six clans were to succeed the throne, then it was going to be the downfall of six clans. Everyone turned to the Lord. Chun Yujong looked surprised. ‘…Is he really the boy I once knew?’ Chun Yujong was astounded by Chun Yeowun. When Yeowun first appeared as an elder, he was surprised of the child who was not even in his slightest concern, growing powerful in a short time. But now, Chun Yujong was astounded by Yeowun’s smart moves. Yeowun was bowing respectfully, but his eyes were full of confidence as he looked up to the Lord. It wasn’t the young, vengeful boy who Yujong once saw on the first day of the Demonic Academy. ‘…So, you want to succeed my throne.’ The atmosphere had became tense with everyone focusing on the lord. Chun Yujong then opened his mouth. “Are three of you approve the 7th Prince as the heir?” Chun Yujong asked and people turned bright and frustrated at the same time. Those who sided with Chun Yeowun brightened and elders and clan leaders who sided with six clans frowned. Chun Yeowun was now an elder, but as he was called as the 7th prince, it meant that Chun Yujong was officially considering him as a candidate to the throne. “I, Sama Yi the 9th Elder, approve Prince Chun Yeowun as the heir to the throne.” “I, Yin Moha the 10th Elder, approve Prince Chun Yeowun as the heir to the throne.” “I, Huan Yi the 11th Elder, approve Prince Chun Yeowun as the heir to the throne.” And with their determined voice, Chun Yujong looked at each of them. It seemed these three elders truly approve Chun Yeowun as the heir, and they didn’t seem to care about six clans. ‘…Maybe this might be a better way.’ An heir that wasn’t related to the six clans. It wasn’t what Chun Yujong had been planning, but he decided that this too didn’t seem too bad. The Lord then nodded and decided. As he was going to speak out his decision, a sharp, hostile aura came to his senses. It wasn’t only Chun Yujong who felt this. Everyone felt the hostile energy and turned to the source. ‘F-first Elder?’ The source was the First Elder and Leader of the Wise clan, Mu Jinwon. He was glaring at Chun Yeowun with bloodshot eyes, with veins popping up over his forehead due to fury. He had been in shock ever since he heard that his family members were killed, and he didn’t care about anything else now. ‘He dare asks to be appointed as the heir at this moment?!’ Just up until the Lord and elders left the cult’s castle, Chun Muyun was very close to the heir. With other princes from each clan were expelled, Mu Jinwon believed that Chun Muyun will become the heir with not much of an issue. But when he returned, he found out that everyone from his clan had died while he was gone. Chun Muyun too, had committed crime inside the academy, escaped from the prison and eventually was found dead within the mansion of the Poison clan. From what Mu Jinwon can see, Lady Mu nor Chun Muyun was not foolish enough to do such foolish thing right before the competition was almost over. Both of them had died with a mistake that they would never have made, and Chun Yeowun became sole competitor, and requested to be appointed as the heir as if he waited for it. With this, Mu Jinwon could only think of one culprit for his suspicion. ‘Chun… Yeowun!