Heavenly Inquisition Sword Novel - Chapter 231
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Episode 231: Will They Cry When They See the Coffin?
At the beginning of the new year, rumors about the Yoomyung Cult and the Justice Alliance shook Murim.
The Yoomyung Cult has attacked the Justice Alliance!
The Justice Alliance gathered in Chilriha Village is on the brink of destruction!
The Justice Alliance is inviting renowned sorcerers to eliminate the monsters!
The Justice Alliance will dissolve!
In February, rumors began to circulate about an alliance between the Justice Alliance and Nokrim.
Luoyang.
White Horse Temple.
Reception Hall.
The Demon Warriors gathered one by one. All had grim expressions due to the rumors of a possible alliance between the Justice Alliance and Nokrim.
“This all started because they placed a bounty on Yeon Jeokha’s head!”
“Why did they provoke a quiet thief and cause all this uproar?”
“Did they forget that he killed our Demon Warriors?”
“And now, because of a few Demon Warriors, Nokrim is allying with the Justice Alliance!”
“Calm down! We don’t know if they’ll really ally. They’ve been fighting in Murim for years.”
“What wouldn’t a cornered rat do to survive? Putting a bounty on Yeon Jeokha’s head was a mistake. Who will face someone who couldn’t be stopped by the Demon Warriors?”
“Why are you saying this now? You agreed before.”
“I said I’d watch, not that I supported it.”
The Demon Warriors were arguing heatedly, with Lee Maehwa, Cheok Jingyeong, and others being criticized by the rest.
Finally, Ungjaegwi intervened.
“Calm down, nothing is confirmed yet. The Heaven Destroyer Demon Lord isn’t someone who would easily ally with the Justice Alliance. It could all be a trick by the Justice Alliance.”
Ungjaegwi looked at Kang Sangpi.
“Have you contacted the Heaven Destroyer Demon Lord?”
Kang Sangpi, with an uncomfortable expression, replied.
“Not yet. No one knows where he is. He appeared briefly in Zhengzhou and then disappeared. It seems he’s hiding.”
“If he’s avoiding us, doesn’t that confirm the rumors?”
“Not necessarily. The Heaven Destroyer Demon Lord rarely reveals his whereabouts. His appearance in Zhengzhou was unusual.”
Ungjaegwi murmured under his breath.
“I wish the cult leader were here.”
The Demon Warriors fell silent.
If the leader were here, they wouldn’t care about an alliance between the Justice Alliance and Nokrim. The rumors unsettled them because they still hadn’t found the leader.
Kaifeng.
Huashang Villa.
Yeon Jeokha wandered between the inn and the cabin in Hyojam, as if the rumors had nothing to do with him.
By the way, Hyojam was another name for the Filial Son Cliff.
At noon, after lunch, Yeon Jeokha stood up, and Nam Su-gyeong approached him.
“Young Master Yeon, what do you think of this?”
Nam Su-gyeong turned a wooden plaque that read “Namyeon Inn.”
“Namyeon Inn? Is that the name of the inn?”
“Yes, it’s been awkward not having a name. With more customers, I thought it would be useful.”
“Alright. What does it mean?”
“Can’t you see? Nam is my surname, and Yeon is yours.”
“Oh, I see!”
Yeon Jeokha nodded and stood up.
Nam Su-gyeong, disappointed by his lack of enthusiasm, commented:
“Is that all? Don’t you have more comments?”
“The name of the inn isn’t a big deal.”
“Ugh! I spent several nights thinking of that name. Don’t you think you lack a spirit of cooperation?”
“Well, now that you mention it, it’s a good name. It feels good to say it. I’m off.”
Yeon Jeokha quickly left.
Shortly after he left, Shim Tong came down to the dining room.
“Did the young master leave?”
“Yes. Why does he go to Hyojam so often? Does he have honey there?”
Nam Su-gyeong was upset by Yeon Jeokha’s lack of interest in the plaque.
“Hehe, it seems you’re not getting along well with the young master. I told you he has someone else in mind. You should settle for being his friend.”
“It’s not that. Who is that person?”
“If you’re curious, ask him.”
“I’ve hinted at it, but he won’t tell me.”
“Then I can’t tell you either.”
Shim Tong left with a smile.
Nam Su-gyeong continued murmuring, but he didn’t stop.
Shim Tong headed to Hyojam.
He crossed the icy forest until he reached the humble cabin, now more worn down by the cold.
Yeon Jeokha was sitting on the rock, gazing at the river.
Nok Dam-pyeong, who was basking in the sun in front of the cabin, stood up and greeted Shim Tong, but he ignored him and approached Yeon Jeokha.
“Young Master.”
“What’s up?”
“I went to Kaifeng yesterday for my sword.”
“And?”
“Murim is buzzing with rumors about an alliance between the Justice Alliance and Nokrim. Do you know anything about it?”
“When the weather improves, I’ll go to Zhengzhou.”
“What? Why?”
“I’m going to help the Justice Alliance.”
Yeon Jeokha said it casually.
Shim Tong, surprised, raised his voice.
“Is that true?! Why didn’t you say so earlier?”
“You didn’t ask. It’s not a big deal.”
“An alliance between the Justice Alliance and Nokrim isn’t a big deal? It’s historic!”
“It’s all pointless. Neither the Justice Alliance nor Nokrim seem interested in a lasting alliance.”
“Even so, it’s something unprecedented in Murim. It’s never happened before.”
“The Justice Alliance is collapsing. How long will this alliance last? It’s meaningless.”
“What did you talk about with the Heaven Destroyer Demon Lord in Zhengzhou?”
“He asked me to go to Chilriha Village in his place. I told him I’d go when the weather improves. That’s all.”
“In his place? What about the Twelve Demon Lords and Nokrim?”
“Six of the Twelve Demon Lords and ten from each of the thirty-six fortresses will go.”
“Only thirty-six fortresses?”
That was half of Nokrim’s seventy-two fortresses. With ten people per fortress, only three hundred sixty men would go.
“Three hundred sixty is more than half of the Justice Alliance, so we should be fine.”
“It seems the Heaven Destroyer Demon Lord has no intention of fully supporting the Justice Alliance.”
“How did you know? He asked us not to make much effort and just put on a show.”
“Hehe. That sounds like him. In the taverns, rumors about the alliance between the Justice Alliance and Nokrim were everywhere.”
Shim Tong realized the alliance was just for show. Why would the Evil Faction ally with the weakened Justice Alliance?
“Is the sword well-repaired?”
“More or less.”
Shim Tong stroked his sword.
It took two months to repair the broken sword. Common blacksmiths couldn’t do it, so he turned to a government blacksmith, paying extra.
While frequenting Kaifeng for the sword, Yeon Jeokha noticed the vajra at his side.
“Have you researched the vajra?”
“Yes, but I haven’t found anything relevant.”
Shim Tong had tried to discover the vajra’s origin, but even the most renowned monks knew little. They only said it seemed to be a sacred treasure.
“Did you know the Justice Alliance is collecting sacred treasures? It seems they finally realized they can’t face the monsters alone.”
“Tsk, foolish people. I understand why the Heaven Destroyer Demon Lord mocks them.”
“The Justice Alliance never listens. They say they only ‘cry when they see the coffin.’”
“Have they obtained any treasures?”
“None. Those items aren’t easily obtained. They’re probably just pretending.”
“They’re hiring sorcerers, so they won’t fall easily. If they do again, they’re not human but fish.”
“Hehe, you’re right.”
As they mocked the Justice Alliance, they heard a noise in the forest.
Shim Tong looked back indifferently.
“Another one of the Golden Guards. Do they think this place is their home?”
Though he protested, Shim Tong dragged Nok Dam-pyeong and stepped aside.
Shortly after, Officer Dong Yosu approached.
“Are you always here? How have you been?”
“Fine.”
“Rumors about an alliance between the Justice Alliance and Nokrim are all over Murim. Have you decided to fight?”
“It’s not decided, but I’m considering it. Life at the inn is boring.”
Yeon Jeokha lied shamelessly, as if helping the Justice Alliance was at Dong Yosu’s request. He seemed to have learned from being with the Heaven Destroyer Demon Lord, Namgung Yeon, and Shim Tong.
“Thank you! Please help the Justice Alliance. We won’t forget your favor.”
Dong Yosu was ecstatic.
“Ah, by the way, the matter in Seokjang Village is resolved. The chief and his son received thirty lashes each and were imprisoned for six months. Your uncle paid off their debts and plans to open a shop in the spring. Did you help him?”
“No.”
“How strange. Who would give so much money to someone who only sells firewood?”
Yeon Jeokha frowned.
No one gives money for free, so someone must have hidden interests.
Dong Yosu, noticing Yeon Jeokha’s displeasure, quickly offered:
“I’ll investigate and make sure no one does anything foolish. Is that alright?”
“Perfect. I take care of my uncle. Tell them not to meddle.”
Dong Yosu was impressed by Yeon Jeokha’s attitude.
“I learn from you. I’ll clean up your uncle’s surroundings.”
Yeon Jeokha glanced sideways at Dong Yosu. What was he learning?
In reality, he just wanted to teach his uncle a lesson.
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