episode_0114

“Ah… to pass through another trial at lightning speed this time….”

It was a surprising event even for Okhwang Sangje, who had lived through countless years.

“Yes… one must reach this level to qualify as the son-in-law of destiny.”

Sangje was secretly proud of his daughter’s lover who had splendidly overcome all trials.

In fact, the author quite… no, very much liked the sweet feeling.

With the unique ability he displayed, he was deserving of a grand reception in heaven.

The unique abilities related to the story were always rare.

The ability to read stories belonged to oneself, the ability to awaken stories and find their owners belonged to the gods, and the ability to change predetermined stories belonged to a being called Yeokgeun.

Even just examining the typical aspects of those who handle stories, whether good or evil, it was an ability that perpetrators could not possess.

But a power to create new stories! Could that be anything other than a divine power from ancient times?

It was a power that might have occasionally appeared during the primordial era of humanity…

Therefore, out of love for Hwiseon as before, rather than opposing their relationship based on personal feelings as her father, as Okhwang Sangje, he was someone who had to somehow persuade his daughter into the embrace of heaven, even if by force.

Thus, the courtiers who realized this were now urging that they should quickly acknowledge them as a married couple instead of seeing him as a sinner.

Moreover… if his ability passed down to his grandson through Hwiseon?

If that were the case…

After a long period of vacancy, his successor was finally….

“Hmm… yes… it’s not a time for excitement yet… moreover,”

This was merely Sangje’s ambition, but as Hwiseon’s father and grandson’s grandfather, his desires were different.

A great power meant an equal amount of hardships and trials awaited, so he wished for his grandson to inherit something other than his demanding and dangerous ability.

More than his dangerous ability, more than his shining appearance, what satisfied Sangje as his daughter’s partner was his character.

When humans realize they possess such enchanting yet easily seductive abilities, even the most virtuous can fall.

However, he knew his abilities and used them to protect and save people.

He even dared to save even himself, Okhwang Sangje.

Of course, it was a dangerous ability, so he needed to continue watching over him to ensure he didn’t fall, but as long as he denied Hwiseon, there was no need to worry.

Hwiseon’s wisdom is vitality, energy, purification, so even if he strays from the path occasionally, my daughter will guide him back onto the right track.

Yet, he wasn’t just a good-natured simpleton.

Ignoring the fact that abilities are bestowed by heaven, one could tell just by observing how he resolved trials that he possessed mysterious knowledge to an extent that seemed almost supernatural, making it hard to believe he was a hunter…

Furthermore, his perspective on problems was exceptionally outstanding.

Isn’t it evident just from this recent trial?

The tempting white hand that those undergoing the trial saw due to the recorded story.

How many kind-hearted individuals who had to part ways with their beloved wives due to the compelling temptation of that seduction….

What made this story particularly dangerous was that without an individual’s transcendental will, there was absolutely no way to escape from it.

It was a test he had placed faith in his will, but also a reason why he worried and lost sleep out of concern.

However, to start by removing that hand right in front of my eyes from the beginning!

The way he thought he would overcome the ordeal was at best to resist the temptation of the white hand with superhuman willpower, regain his scattered mental strength, and find his daughter…

Haha…

Even thinking about it now, it was a disappointing laughter.

To do so, one needed to have a wise understanding of the rules, the ability to use them, knowledge above a certain level, not immediately succumb to temptation upon seeing the white hand, possess mental strength strong enough not to be swayed by temptation, and have someone who could ask him about trials without hesitation.

Even if one of these elements was lacking, a miracle would not have happened.

Furthermore, the act of using his abilities to sow a new order in this story where only tragedy existed as an ending after finding his daughter…

“Excellent! Well done!”

Such excellence that admiration would involuntarily burst forth.

Even if someone were to awaken this story again in the future, no longer would there be victims of goodwill.

Of course, initially, one would have to resist the temptation of the white hand…

But even for a moment, if one had the willpower to resist such temptation, they would not deserve a happy ending in the first place.

Yes, that was why he passed through the ordeal of Cheontong.

… Reluctantly admitting, Dongbangsak’s words were correct.

Even if he were forcibly detained and begged for help, it would not be enough.

Moreover… just by passing through this third trial as if it were nothing, isn’t it proof of how deeply I love my daughter?

As a father to his daughter, what could be more important than that?

How much must he have cherished and caressed those hands to know precisely the appearance of both hands of his wife, firmly believing that these hands were those of his wife and confidently declaring so…

“Just a moment… Cherish and caress? My daughter? Our Heeseon? How dare you touch our Heeseon! What nonsense! This thief’s child! Ha! Come to think of it, how can there be so many women hanging around with the author’s daughter! If that’s the case, am I not just like a beggar! Unbelievable!”

Only then did the Emperor notice a couple who were embracing each other, kissing each other’s cheeks, displaying affectionate gestures.

Ugh… Heeseon… I always thought you were a child, but when did you grow up so much…

Chuuk… Chup….

Huh? Hey! Don’t they feel embarrassed doing that in front of everyone!

The Emperor, feeling increasingly uncomfortable with the affectionate gestures of the daughter-in-law couple, suddenly intervened and separated the two with a loud cough.

“Oh! Even the laws of heaven are strict! How can you behave so disgracefully in front of so many people! Separate right away!”

“Oh..! I apologize. Your Majesty.”

At his stern words, the scoundrel quickly let go of his daughter and straightened his attire.

Hmph, even though this man is glaring at me like this, how dare he openly act with my daughter in front of me…!

Grit!

Hm..? But why do I feel a sharp gaze piercing me…? Who dares to look at the Emperor so sharply…! Huh? Oh! Daughter…? How can you look at your father like that…

As the eyes of the Golden Oakleaf met the reproachful gaze, the Emperor stiffened as if turned to stone.

He kept his mouth shut and didn’t say a word…

In those green eyes so similar to mine, all that they wanted to convey was contained.

It seemed to express everything, as if reproaching for causing trials, separating the Ingco couple for life, tormenting her husband, and hindering their brief reunion after meeting for so long… Ugh…

From now on, Okhwang Sangje had no choice but to admit that the moment he had feared in his heart, denying it until just then, had come right before him due to Heesun’s regretful actions that favored her husband over herself.

Did they say ‘going out and becoming an outsider’?

When she got married, she didn’t know that the word “husband” would hurt so much.

She still didn’t feel ready… Even if she sent Heesun away, she wanted to keep her in her arms a little longer and send her away later… But that wouldn’t be right.

“Yes,… Greed clouded my judgment. It’s true that when you get one thing, you want another as well.”

It was obvious that their fate, filled with longing for each other, had caused them and their daughter pain over the years…

Phew… Perhaps even the current regret should be seen as something to be thankful for.

Just meeting that young man and seeing Heesun’s happy expression was enough.

After all, they had already held a private wedding among themselves and even had a child together, so how could Okhwang Sangje, a being who had been destined for each other, separate them to the point of causing suffering?

They had decided from the beginning to give their daughter to that man.

Of course, in anger, they had briefly forgotten that decision.

Moreover… Look at the disrespectful glances of those subordinates towards them.

The Ingco couple might become a bit heated after rekindling their relationship after a long time; why did they mock the possibility of Heesun worrying about the baby in her womb after all the trials were over?

Were those people who had demanded punishment for sinners and vehemently criticized them correct…?

Well, when was the last time they heard a baby’s laughter in heaven?

It was so long ago that it was almost forgotten. Not to mention that it was the precious bloodline of Okhwang Sangje, which was so rare that even if it was in their hands, it was too valuable to speak of.

Therefore, including the people of heaven, especially the old subordinates, couldn’t contain their excitement at the thought of seeing the face of the baby who was about to be born.

Regardless of any circumstances, they insisted that even though the trials must be upheld, they should also receive a different kind of punishment, contrary to when they used to argue that they should change the subject without facing trials. When the rumor spread that Heesun was pregnant, they secretly glanced at the faces of the son-in-law receiving the trial and Heesun, nodding their heads and even requesting the halt of the son-in-law’s suffering instead.

The old folks were so restless that they couldn’t sleep, staring anxiously at Heesun, trembling with fear that something might go wrong with the baby…

“Tsk tsk.. These worried inspirations… Is that baby really my grandson? How can you all be so burdened at your age?”

Thus… The Emperor of Heaven, who was scolded and driven away by his daughter for fretting unnecessarily about his grandson, thought.

The reunion with Heesun was so sweet.

Unintentionally, emotions intensified as they shared a deep kiss with Heesun, resulting in a slight scolding from the father-in-law… but it was too much to leave in a public place.

Still, from now on, it felt like being truly accepted as a son-in-law when they said they could stay with Heesun in her quarters without needing a separate room.

Although he was a high-ranking figure, it felt like having a new family? In reality, they were now a family.

“Wow….”

Following Heesun’s guidance, the place they arrived at was very awkward to call her quarters.

In fact, the room they had used during their trials seemed a bit too flashy and awkward for one person, but this place is like a small palace.

“Hehe.. Husband? This is where I live. How is it? Although it’s a bit smaller compared to my sisters’ quarters, I’ve spent a long time here since childhood, so I like its simple taste.”

“Hmm.. Simple? Uh-huh…”

If this is simple, how did you endure living in that cramped cottage, Heesun?

When we were together, I didn’t know, but when I came to heaven, even the smallest details make you look like a real princess, so it feels a bit unfamiliar.

Naturally, picking fights like that… Even the clothes are so pretty and fancy….

Maybe it’s because of the makeup the fairies did, the princess looks a hundred times prettier than usual…

“Oh, brother! Why are you staring at my face absentmindedly instead of looking at the scenery? Hurry up and follow me! There are so many places I want to introduce you to. Oh! I have so many questions! The fairies did my makeup similar to my hands, even doing separate makeup on my sisters’ hands, how did you manage to find my hands? I don’t even know what my hands look like? How anxious you must have been!”

“Haha sorry sorry.. You just look too beautiful today.. But if you were anxious, why did you play such a prank back then? Haha, let me show you around the residence first, then we can calmly discuss everything in the room.”

“Yes! My lord!”

Excited at the thought of Heesun introducing her palace, she bounced over and linked arms with me, urging me on as if rushing me along.