episode_0068

“…I’m sorry, disciple.”

“W-what are you saying, Master? You saved my life…”

Well, technically he did save her life.

But she almost died again.

And it was a close call.

Just when she barely escaped death by a hair’s breadth, she was suddenly pierced by a needle filled with a potent stimulant while lying helpless on the ground.

Her weakened body couldn’t handle the sudden rush of intense pleasure nearing climax.

…Her heart actually stopped beating.

She crossed the threshold of life and death.

Yet, just before facing the ultimate demise as a female disciple, her Master saved her once again.

Witnessing her breath stop, the panicked Master plunged the needle into her body, hoping to revive her.

The shock therapy seemed to work as her heart started beating again, according to the Master.

What in the world was going on…

“Disciple.”

“I-I can’t handle these words…”

Woon Jung-sun’s expression turned grim.

She felt disappointed.

Unable to live up to her Master’s expectations and fainting on the spot.

Not just fainting, but actually dying and coming back to life.

It was more like becoming a burden rather than meeting expectations.

“Disciple, please change your clothes for now.”

“Ah… Yes.”

It seemed like the Master’s mood had shifted.

After all the chaos that had ensued, it was natural for anyone’s excitement to wane.

As she tried to change her clothes sadly, she noticed a sticky substance on the floor.

It seemed like she had soiled herself right before almost facing death.

Her face turned red involuntarily.

Embarrassed, she quickly wiped it off with the edge of her clothes.

Then she put on her inner garments and trousers again.

“Disciple, I’m truly sorry.”

Bang So-woon apologized once more.

It was sincere.

He had almost caused her death with that accidental needle prick.

Although he had a carefree attitude towards women in general, matters concerning life and death were different.

He wasn’t a perverted man who enjoyed killing.

Moreover, she was a precious existence for his grand plans in the future.

Honestly, it was a bit dizzying.

“N-no… Master. I’m the ugly disciple who hasn’t even properly served your needs…”

Woon Jung-sun bowed deeply.

“No. Helping me doesn’t just involve sexual favors. That can wait until later.”

“…Master.”

He was truly compassionate.

Her heart swelled with emotion.

“I have a lot to ask of you in the future.”

“Whatever you ask, Master.”

“Do you know how to make elixirs?”

“Of course, Master. Are you referring to the Jade Soul Pill?”

“Hmm, I can’t remember, but that’s probably it. It’s the most effective elixir, right?”

“Yes, it’s undoubtedly the best elixir, containing your essence, Master.”

“Hah.”

Bang So-woon’s eyes sparkled with excitement.

Jang-il’s eyes also gleamed with excitement.

People in the martial world naturally went crazy over the mention of elixirs.

Especially those in the lower ranks.

If one could handle an elixir well, their internal energy would skyrocket in no time, completely changing their life.

This was even more crucial for Jang-il.

As one’s abilities were directly linked to their internal energy.

Yet, he hadn’t taken any elixirs yet.

It wasn’t because of a lack of money.

The Golden Dragon Battlefield was overflowing with it.

The reason was that he wanted to wait for the right opportunity to consume a truly effective elixir.

According to the strong, it was a common belief that if you first consumed a low-quality elixir, you would develop resistance and lower the efficiency of future elixirs.

Therefore, no matter what happened, he had to wait for the chance to get the best elixir before consuming it.

Finally, it has arrived.

“Hehehe.”

Unable to contain his excitement, Jang Il let out a happy laugh.

“So… how does the Okbaekdan compare to the Daehwandan, Jasodan, and Taechungdan?”

Bang So-un asked, licking his lips.

The Daehwandan of Sollim, the Jasodan of Hwasan, and the Taechungdan of Mudang.

All considered the best elixirs in the martial world.

Elixirs that martial artists wouldn’t even dream of in their wildest dreams.

However…

“How dare you compare? It’s like comparing the sun and the moon.”

“Uh, which one is the sun?”

“Of course, Master’s elixir is the sun.”

Un Jung-sun said firmly.

“Oh, is that so?”

“Yes, indeed.”

Both Bang So-un and Jang Il exclaimed in joy.

Above even such incredible elixirs?

What a jackpot.

Goodbye to the days of being a third-rate martial artist.

“Ah, do you have it now?”

“No, I don’t. Master never even made a single pill of it… ”

“Oh? Is that so?”

“Yes, he mentioned that it could become a seed of chaos that calls for blood.”

“Indeed, I see.”

As expected of the Absolute Deity.

Even his discretion was very wise.

If the elixir of the Absolute Deity was such a treasure that everyone in the martial world would do anything to obtain, it was truly wise of him to be cautious.

To think that the Absolute Deity would lose his life so easily because of one obsessed woman, the ways of the world are truly unpredictable.

“Alright. If it’s not available, there’s nothing we can do. Then, I’ll ask for two pills… no, as many as possible.”

One for himself, and one for Jang Il.

At least two pills were absolutely necessary, and the rest could be given to useful slaves when the opportunity arose.

“Oh, that’s… ”

Un Jung-sun looked troubled.

“Why is that?”

“…There are only enough materials to make two pills.”

“Can’t you find more?”

“The material we need is unobtainable.”

“What?”

“We need Thousand-Year Ice Crystals… Master said that this was the last one when he brought two pills… ”

“Oh, Thousand-Year Ice Crystals?”

Bang So-un knew what Thousand-Year Ice Crystals were.

A rare crystal that formed once every thousand years in the special place where the sunlight never reached underground in the Ice Palace at the far northern end.

When consumed by a practitioner of ice arts, it dramatically increased their martial arts skills.

Therefore, it was a treasure among treasures allowed only to the heir of the Ice Palace.

Without going mad, there was no way such a precious treasure could be leaked to the outside world.

“…How did I get that?”

“Master treated the twin heirs of the Ice Palace, who were born with congenital incurable diseases, and obtained it.”

“I see.”

Now it made sense.

Come to think of it, he had heard rumors about the very precious twin heirs of the Ice Palace.

It seemed that he had been able to survive until now thanks to the Absolute Deity.

“So, that’s why two pills.”

He saved two people, so two pills.

It was a simple calculation.

To be an outsider and obtain Thousand-Year Ice Crystals, the Absolute Deity was truly an extraordinary person.

In any case, there was nothing to be done about it.

It seemed fortunate that there were at least materials to make two pills.

“Then, I’ll ask for two pills.”

“Leave it to me, Master.”

That was settled.

Now it seemed like the time had come to bring up the main task at hand.

“Disciple.”

“Yes, Master.”

“Do you happen to know that there is a murderer outside right now?”

“A, a murderer?”

“Yes, it’s a Revenant Killer.”

“Ah… I’ve heard of it. A killer who has killed a thousand people… ”

It seemed that Un Jung-sun didn’t know that the Revenant Killer was outside.

The argument seemed to have been completely misunderstood.

“He is my enemy.”

“What? Oh, do you have another enemy?”

Woonjoongseon’s eyes widened in surprise.

“Yes. That’s why I want you to help me deal with the enemy.”

“Of course, I would gladly… But how should I help?”

“He is currently in a critical condition.”

“Ah, I see. That’s why he came to find me.”

“Yes. However, using force is difficult because he is very strong.”

“Yes… I have heard of his reputation.”

“So, we need to find another way.”

Bang So-woon smirked.

The plan to deal with the enemy was already set.

An unavoidable trap.

He would have no choice but to fall into that trap.

“What kind of plan is it?”

“First, go out and check his pulse. We need to know his exact condition. And say it like this. You came to check his pulse because of the request of the Golden Dragon Master that you couldn’t refuse.”

“Yes, Master.”

“But he doesn’t want to see you twice, so tell him that the medicine should be brought in by the lady alone, not the martial artist.”

First, separate Hwaseon and Salgi.

That way, Hwaseon could prepare in advance.

This preparation would be a delightful prospect for the future.

“Yes.”

“Oh, and set a condition. You can’t just give the medicine to martial artists like us, but every time the lady draws a picture, you will give her the medicine. If she doesn’t like it, tell her to stop.”

What was also needed was enough time.

That way, Hwaseon could work on the preparation.

That’s why they asked for a drawing.

The place to draw the picture was, of course, inside Woonjunggak.

That place, where no one from the outside could see, was the best place to work.

“Ah, yes. I understand, Master.”

Woonjoongseon looked at Bang So-woon with admiration for his meticulous explanation.

She didn’t know exactly how he would do it, but if he was so meticulous, there was no way he would fail.

Because Master never fails.

Whether it’s true or not.

“Once you get her acceptance of the condition, half of the job is done. We will take care of the rest. We only ask for the medicine from you.”

“Could it really be a real healing medicine…?”

“Haha, it could be, or it could not be. Can you make a medicine that draws out energy like the Hwagwangbanjo and makes it look like the person is dying?”

“It’s possible.”

Indeed, the master of the occult.

In front of the Master(?), she was like a clueless little girl, but her medical skills were beyond the imagination of even the most famous people in the world.

“Good. You won’t get caught, right?”

“If it’s a short period, the gods won’t notice.”

When it came to their field of expertise, they were incredibly trustworthy.

Bang So-woon affectionately patted Woonjoongseon’s head as if to commend her.

“Hu… Huu…”

Blushing in embarrassment, she looked exactly like a little girl.

Truly, a cute disciple.

Bang So-woon chuckled.

“Let’s go with that.”