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Translator: Simzy
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I came to a conclusion.
Let’s use that Galbijong guy.
“I’ve been thinking that I might be able to use him to build my own power.”
“Power…?”
“Yes. If it’s unavoidable, I need to prepare. It’s true that I can’t trust him, but that depends on how I use him.”
Galbijong is crazy, but I’ve recognized that he has vision and drive. Furthermore, he needs my help, and he’s looking at me with admiration.
There’s no trust, but they won’t trust me either. So, using him is fine.
“In the beginning, it’ll just be gathering a group of Heretical Path members, but isn’t that how all beginnings are?”
The current emperor, Ming Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang, was also from the Red Turban Rebellion.
Zhu Yuanzhang, who was nothing more than a bandit, became emperor. It wouldn’t be bad for me to gather these bandit-like guys and create a sect.
“Hmm, so you’re saying you’ll make the first move before you get caught up in anything stranger?”
“Exactly.”
As I praised Ha-yeong’s clear summary, Serin looked at me and said,
“Geun-hyeop, even so, the evil sect is no good. If you’re going to do it, you should do it with the righteous sects.”
Of course, I’m planning to go with the righteous sects.
“Of course. Am I crazy to join the evil sect? I’m a knight errant of the righteous sects. If I’m going to create a sect, it’ll be a righteous one.”
“Sigh… Really.”
Serin sighed.
“I understand the flow of the conversation, but… how did you come to think that way, Geun-hyeop? It’s extremely dangerous. Creating a sect… It’s reckless.”
There wasn’t any particular grand occasion.
The situation was like that, and I just had a realization after listening to Jaemison. Jaemison said, now that I have fame and connections, I could get caught up in these kinds of situations at any time. So, he told me to always set a firm standard for myself and move forward.
So, I will face this unavoidable situation head-on. And the best way to do that is to use the situation to my advantage.
“I have a feeling it will be difficult to eliminate or shake off Galbi-jong. So, I have to use the situation. In a way that benefits me.”
“…”
Serin nodded.
“Geun-hyeop’s will is firm. Then I will help you.”
“Oh! I’d appreciate that!”
It would be perfect if Serin, a peak expert, helps me!
“It’s not like you’re forcing me to help… It’s natural for me to do it if Geun-hyeop is doing it. But well, thinking about it again, it’s not bad. Organizing and running a sect from a young age will be a good experience in itself. It will broaden Geun-hyeop’s horizons in some way.”
I do think it will be a good experience.
Whatever it is, I’ll gain new experience and grow from this. This is worth the risk.
“I understand why you’re thinking like that. Well, alright. If you’ve decided, I’ll follow.”
“Ha-yeong…!”
As expected of my Wei Young Lady!
“But, that guy, he’s from the evil sect’s loan shark business, right? Seeing as he came on a mission, it seems like they’re trying to extend their reach here.”
I focused on Ha-yeong’s words.
“Galbijong here? If he tries to take over everything, including the righteous sects, wouldn’t we get caught up in their grudges?”
“An accurate point, Ha-yeong.”
As she said, they could get very angry, but I think it will be alright.
This isn’t their territory, to begin with. It’s Anhui Province, and they sent someone like Galbijong to lay the groundwork.
If a mere Heretical Path sect could freely encroach on other territories, the world would already be an evil martial world. If I take the initiative here and control my own sect, I can handle it sufficiently.
Besides, I have a very big reputation. That is, I have won the hearts of the Martial arts History enthusiasts. No matter how you look at it, it’s a righteous reputation, and with this reputation, I can create connections with the righteous sects in this area.
I have that much planned.
I immediately explained this plan to the two of them, and they nodded.
“Well, in the worst-case scenario, we can get help from the Namgung Clan. I think it will be fine.”
Help from the Namgung Clan.
“Ah, that will be difficult.”
“Huh?”
Serin shook her head.
“Actually, there were some complications when I left home. I left on my own accord, so I don’t think I can expect any help from my family.”
“…What? Really? You left your family?”
“Yes.”
“So, now you’re not a young lady of the clan, but just an ordinary martial artist?”
“You could say that.”
“Oh my. Hey, what do you think about reconsidering? We can’t use the Namgung Clan, which we were relying on.”
It doesn’t really matter.
It would be nice to have the help of the Namgung Clan, but I’m not really thinking about it. If I go to see my future father-in-law, Namgung Cheon, now, I might die.
“What? You’re treating the Namgung Clan like a convenient tool. If you’re saying that, Wei Ha-yeong, aren’t you also in a position to ask for help from the Mosan Sect?”
“Uh, um. About that…”
Ha-yeong hesitated.
“Actually, it’s a bit like that for me too.”
“Yes?”
“The Mosan Sect forbids demon core research, you know? I’m doing it secretly, so… I can’t just casually…
“It’s a bit hard to casually ask for help. I feel guilty, and it’s a bit awkward to face them, you know?”
“Is that so…? Well, it doesn’t matter. With my strength and abilities, creating a small sect is a simple matter.”
Serin exuded confidence.
This is more than enough of a free ride.
“Then, Geun-hyeop, let’s devise a strategy. The cause of uniting the Heretical Path members hidden in every corner of this area and creating a sect that follows the righteous path is excellent. But as excellent as it is, it will require a lot, so we need to prepare well from now on.”
“Of course! Ha-yeong! You’re already an indispensable asset, so please participate in the operation!”
“Sigh, I guess there’s no helping it.”
So, we sat down together and planned to establish the sect.
“Guiding the Heretical Path members will be difficult. Since Geun-hyeop is called the Screaming Demon in that area and inspires fear… it should be possible to suppress them with fear for now.”
“I’m really confident in this. I once brought the Beggars’ Sect Leader to his knees with just a shout.”
“Really?”
In fact, that incident played a significant role in my decision to pursue this plan.
I overwhelmed the leader of a group with just my aura and achieved what I wanted.
The Beggars’ Sect Leader, who can be considered the average of the Heretical Path sect, is under me, so why should I be afraid of those guys? Besides, I killed Yeon Mi-pyeong with Jaemison and annihilated the Dark Earth gang.
If I’ve done those things, creating a sect should be a piece of cake.
I explained the incident in detail.
“I see… So that’s why you decided to create a sect. Excellent, Geun-hyeop. As a martial artist, you should be able to exert that level of pressure.”
Serin, with an admiring gaze, patted my head.
“But I heard you struggled because of that incident. Are you alright?”
“Of course, I’m alright. I’ve been honed and become stronger because of those wounds.”
“Chuckle, chuckle. What nonsense, trying to act cool.”
“I actually am cool!”
Anyway, there’s no need to guide the Heretical Path members.
What does a sect do, after all? It generates profit. Mainly in the underground economy. The Heretical Path isn’t anything grand. If you earn money doing these strange things instead of honest labor, then that’s the Black Path.
In other words, if I just take care of their salaries, there’s no need for guidance.
“I’m going to take over the interests of the underworld where the Heretical Path members lurk and try to dress it up as righteous. To do that, I need to do some market research on this underground scene… Since the Beggars’ Sect Leader has become my lackey, let’s use him. And while I’m at it, I’ll work with Galbijong and try to figure him out.”
Serin nodded at my words.
“Understood. I’ll escort Geun-hyeop in case anything happens.”
“Should I escort you too?”
“I’d appreciate that.”
Whatever it is, it’s time to move.
Let’s go visit the Beggars’ Sect Leader first.
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“Screaming Demon! What brings you…!”
Seeing me, the Beggars’ Sect Leader was startled as if he had seen a ghost, then shouted, calling me “Wailing Demon” and all that.
But hearing those words made me feel irritated. This guy definitely knows that I’m the Demon Slayer, right? Then why is he suddenly changing my nickname?
Ah, wait a minute.
Did this guy change it?
“Leader… my nickname is Demon Slayer. Did you forget?”
“I-I haven’t forgotten. But why?”
“Then why are you calling me Wailing Demon?”
“That’s…”
“It makes me sound like a Madu of the evil sect. Me, a knight errant of the righteous sects. I asked why you call me that.”
“I, I heard a rumor. A rumor that you’ve been called that recently…”
“That rumor.”
Interrupting the Leader,
“Where did you hear it?”
I asked as I stepped forward.
“Just as I said, I heard a rumor…”
“Don’t lie to me!!!”
“Ugh!”
I put my hand on the hilt of my sword, tearing up.
“You made it up, didn’t you, that nickname!!! You’re the one who turned me into the Wailing Demon!!!”
“Ah, ah…!”
It’s a little embarrassing to reveal this now, but before coming to the Murim, I was an arts-oriented talent who dreamed of becoming an actor. I was even a practical talent, working as an unknown actor. I was a character actor, and I proved my skills.
For someone like me, acting like a crazy Madu of the evil sect with nicknames like Screaming Demon or Wailing Demon is a piece of cake.
“You!!! You made me the Wailing Demon!!! You, you, sob, wail!”
“Haaaaaaaaaa!”
The Beggars’ Sect Leader collapsed, crawling on the ground, trying to escape.
I followed him, crying.
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bro is living up to his name