The Apprentice’s Reincarnation - Chapter 165



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Episode 165: The Road to the Rock Carving’s Gunpowder

On the way from Liaoyuan to Heihe, Gu Hui and his party were attacked by bandits more than eight times.

There were many people in the middle of the sky who bandited and committed robbery. They were after money and souls.

“Stop! How dare you cross the Hoegongsan Mountain without the permission of our enemy? Hehe, there are two women with considerable beauty. I hit the jackpot today. What are you doing? Kill the men and subdue the women!”

Gu-hui did not come forward, and Yeo So-hee and Yeo Cheong-ha fought the bandits.

The sword of justice did not come out either.

It was because of Gu-Hui’s words.

“Let me help you only in times of danger. I want to give these young ladies some real-world experience.”

Jeongui Geomdo also agreed with Guhwi’s intention.

– Tsk tsk! Tsk tsk!

Yeo So-hee and Yeo Cheong-ha’s swords flashed, and the bandits’ heads were cut off one after another.

In this way, Yeo So-hee and Yeo Cheong-ha fought all the bandits they encountered on their way to Heukha.

When they seemed to be in danger, Gu-Hwi would secretly send a lightning bolt to help them. Because of that, they were not seriously hurt.

Yeo So-hee and Yeo Cheong-ha continued to gain practical experience, and Gu Hui gave them advice on martial arts from time to time. They listened attentively, thinking it was an honor.

“You called it the Jade Maiden Sword Technique?”

“yes that’s right.”

“In the third stroke, the fifth and seventh movements are awkward. In the fifth movement, which is a thrust, bring your shoulders forward more. Then, turn your waist a little more to the side, and put seven percent of your weight on your front foot, which is the central axis. Then, you will be able to show more powerful force. And in the seventh movement….”

Gu Hui personally demonstrated and corrected their writing.

– Shhh! Shhh! Saaaaak!

“Here the movements are more concise, and heavy and profound. And here, softly, like a butterfly floating in the air….”

Yeo Cheong-ha and Yeo So-hee couldn’t help but be astonished. Just by looking at their own swordsmanship with their own eyes, they could tell that it was more complete than the swordsmanship they were using. And they had a clear grasp of the essence of that swordsmanship.

‘Wow, that’s great… .’

The sword of justice was also greatly impressed. He also became greedy. He wanted to receive the teachings of the Blood Master.

Jeong Ui-geom, with a determined expression, approached Gu-hui and spoke.

“Old Daehyeop….”

“Speak.”

Suddenly, the sword of justice knelt on the floor.

Goohwi blinked his eyes.

The Sword of Justice spoke earnestly.

“I know this is a shameless request, but… Could you please teach me some lessons…? Please….”

A faint smile appeared on Gu-Hui’s lips.

In fact, Gu-Hwi wanted to teach Jeong-ui-Geom a lesson as well.

The Sword of Justice must become stronger so that it can protect Yeo So-hee and Yeo Cheong-ha from the heavens even after he leaves.

But I didn’t ask because it might be rude. I thought he might not want to be taught.

However, Jeong Ui-geom was the one who made the request first.

Gu-Hui answered softly.

“I will do so. I will teach swordsmanship to the enemy as well.”

Gu Hui had no intention of teaching his martial arts skills.

It was just to further enhance the swordsmanship that Jeong Ui-geom, Yeo So-hee, and Yeo Cheong-ha had mastered. To do that, they had to gradually dismantle and modify their swordsmanship.

So, it had to be reborn as a sword technique with even more powerful power.

It is to the point where it can be called a world-class study.

The task was not so difficult for Gu Hui, who had the enlightenment of life and death.

A light of emotion appeared in Jeongui Sword’s eyes.

‘Really… you are a person of great character… .’

Gu-Hui said with an awkward expression.

“Come on, get up.”

“No. From now on, I will call you Master…! Master, please accept the disciple’s salute!”

A flustered Gu-Hwi stopped Jeong-ui-Geom from bowing.

“Master… I have no intention of becoming the master of the enemy. I just want to help you a little. Don’t feel burdened, and just treat me like before.”

“No…. I am not a shameless person who does not know gratitude. You should treat me as your teacher.”

Gu-Hui let out a hollow laugh.

Yeo Cheong-ha and Yeo So-hee, who were listening, felt that they too should be like Jeong Ui-geom.

‘I think we took the old Daehyeop too lightly.’

‘It’s just as the Red Lord said. If you receive teachings, then you’re a disciple, right?’

Yeo Cheong-ha and Yeo So-hee, who thought so, spoke with determined expressions.

“We will now accept you as our teacher. I think that is right.”

“Please accept my bow, Master.”

Gu-Hui stopped their actions with a laugh.

“I have no intention of becoming a master and disciple of you. I am comfortable now. In fact, I am not teaching you my true martial arts, so there is no reason for us to become masters and disciples.”

The women who were bowing stopped their movements. Looking at Gu-hui’s eyes, it seemed that he really did not want to become a priest and disciple. They decided to respect Gu-hui’s wishes.

“Um… if that’s convenient for you… okay.”

“Then I will continue to think of you as my benefactor, Grand Master.”

Gu-Hui nodded.

However, the Sword of Justice had no intention of changing his mind.

While Gu-Hui and the others were talking, Jeong-ui-Geom had already finished performing the ritual of the Nine-Tailed Eagle.

Gu-Hui stuck out his tongue.

Jeong Ui-geom, who had risen from his seat, smiled like a child and said:

“Master, shall we move now?”

* * *

It took fifteen days to reach Heukha.

During this time, Jeong Ui-geom, Yeo Cheong-ha, and Yeo So-hee were able to receive a lot of teachings from Gu Hui. They were growing differently every day.

Upon arriving at Heukha, Jeonguigeom began to look at the map and find his way. They entered Cheonmok Mountain, located to the northeast of Heukha.

While walking along the mountain path, Gu-Hui and his group suddenly stopped walking.

The Sword of Justice spoke as it scanned the forest of trees.

“As expected, you felt it too, Master.”

“Can you stop saying that word, teacher?”

“How can a gentleman break his oath? Once a teacher, always a teacher.”

Gu-Hui shook his head repeatedly.

As the swordsman said, Gu-hui also felt it. There were about fifty warriors hiding all around the forest. They all had considerable prayers.

‘It’s all made up of experts who are at least intermediate level or higher. It’s quite something.’

I guessed they were warriors guarding the rock carvings.

Their secret murderous intent was directed at Gu-Hui and his group.

Gu Hui took it as a warning. If he ignored the warning and took a step forward, their new form would come rushing in like a torrential downpour.

But it wasn’t the kind of language that needed to worry about such things.

As he walked, his companions followed him.

Then, at that moment, the sound of leaves rustling was heard, and the warriors’ new forms fell to the ground and surrounded Gu-hui and his party.

– Pavababababababat!

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The escape route was blocked in advance.

Yeo Cheong-ha and Yeo So-hee raised their spirits and stood on guard.

Gu Hui spoke to the warriors surrounding them.

“I came to see the footnotes of the rock carving.”

“You are a servant of the Four Great Demon Gates! Strike!”

The misunderstood warriors attacked Gu-Hui and his party.

Jeong Ui-geom, Yeo Cheong-ha, and Yeo So-hee fought against the warriors while conducting swordsmanship.

– Chae-chaeng! Ka-ga-gang! Chae-aeng!

Meanwhile, seventeen warriors rush towards Gu-Hui and swing their chain sickles.

Gu Hui’s hand grabbed the sword and it was pulled out like lightning.

– Tsugagagagagak!

The crossing of the river flashed like a ray of light. The air was dyed with the afterimage of the crossing, and the rushing warriors froze like stone statues with their eyes wide open. Before they knew it, all of their chain sickles had been split in half.

The warriors gulped with disbelief in their eyes.

‘Wow, that’s ridiculous… How could… .’

They didn’t even inflict a single wound on their own bodies. They just cut their weapons and passed by. I wondered how great the difference in powerlessness could be for something like this to be possible.

If the author had wanted to, they would have already become corpses. Knowing that, he could only look dumbfounded.

Gu-Hui gave them one chance. He had to ask the rock carving, but if he killed them, things would get complicated.

The swordsmanship of Justice was only subduing the warriors. And Yeo Cheong-ha and Yeo So-hee were barely able to withstand the warriors’ combined attacks.

Gu Hui’s new form disappeared like smoke.

Before he knew it, his new form appeared in front of Yeo So-hee and Yeo Cheong-ha.

Gu Hui’s leg extended and struck the stomach of the warriors who were swinging their swords.

– Pubber pubber!

The warriors flew backwards while groaning.

As the remaining warriors rushed in, Gu Hui’s Paokkwon was repeatedly unleashed.

– Pubbubububububu!

The warriors who had been struck by the blows rolled around on the floor.

No one was seriously injured because Gu-Hui controlled his strength. If he had intended to kill, his body would have become limp and exploded.

The Sword of Justice was already in a state of striking down all those who were after it.

Gu-Hui spoke to them with groans and fearful faces.

“Listen to what I have to say. We are not from the Four Great Demon Gates or anything like that. We heard about this place from the head of the Rock Cave Ryowon branch.”

The captain of the guard leading these warriors asked.

“Are you saying that these are the people sent by the head of the Rock Observatory?”

“exactly.”

“Can you prove it?”

Gu Hui took out the letter he had received from Lee Hak-cheol, the branch manager of Ryowon, from his bosom and handed it over to the captain of the guard.

The captain of the guard who received the letter checked the seal of the branch manager Ryowon on the paper. His expression changed.

“Um… Really… I’m sorry. I mistook you for a servant of the Four Great Demon Gates… I sincerely apologize. And thank you for keeping the situation in mind…”

As he said that, Captain Son Kang-bong bowed.

Gu-Hui spoke softly.

“Next time, listen to what the person has to say until the end. They might not be your enemies.”

“I’ll keep that in mind… But why do you want to meet the lord?”

“I would like to request information. Directly to the head of the household.”

“I see… Okay. Then we will show you the way to the headquarters.”

Since they are people who are guaranteed by the branch manager, they can be taken to the headquarters.

Gu Hui answered.

“Thank you.”

The captain of the guard spoke to the fallen warriors.

“Rest and recover. I will guide them to the gun range and return. Please go.”

Gu Hui and his party followed the captain of the guard.

* * *

As we descended the mountain, we soon came across a vast river.

It was wider than the Yangtze River in the central plains. There was an island in the middle of the river. A ferry boat was anchored on the land.

The captain of the guard said.

“The building of the Rock Carvings is on that island in the middle of the Hongcheon River. I will take a ferry across the river and when I arrive at the building, I will show the letter to you. Then I will bring you here. Please wait comfortably. The river is long, so you will have to wait for two hours.”

Gu-Hui tilted his head. He didn’t understand.

“Why do you have to do that? Why can’t we just get on the ferry and go straight to the headquarters?”

“There are terrifying crocodiles living in this Hongcheon River. They are not ordinary crocodiles. They ate people in their lifetimes and came to the middle of the river. And here, they have eaten countless people trying to cross the river. That is why they are so powerful that even masters of water martial arts cannot stand against them. They have extremely vicious personalities, so if you take a boat and cross, they will definitely try to destroy the boat. If you do, you will all fall into the water and be bitten to death by crocodiles. Even masters of martial arts cannot stand against them in the water.”

Those crocodiles guarded the river, making it easier for the Rock Carving Corps to prevent foreign invasion.

Gu-Hui asked.

“Then how can you cross the river by boat?”

“It’s because I have a special scent on my body that fools the crocodiles’ sense of smell. The people in high positions on the island also spray a scent called purification scent on their bodies when they cross the river. It’s to fool the crocodiles’ sense of smell.”

“Is that purifying scent no longer available?”

“If you spray the incense on your body once, it will last for a month. I sprayed the incense on my body at the temple two weeks ago. The incense is only kept at the temple.”

Now I understand.

Why did the captain of the guard go to the gun yard alone to meet with the chief? It was a hassle, but he had no choice.

Gu-Hwi spoke softly, gazing at the Hongcheon River.

“So what you’re saying is, if only those crocodiles weren’t there, we could all cross the river together.”

“That’s true, but the crocodiles of Hongcheon River are so strong that they can tear apart martial arts masters….”

That was when.

The new form of the ground-crawling Gu Hui soared into the air. His long, stretched-out new form stopped. It was floating four chapters above the river.

The people’s eyes widened.

It’s an absolutely unbelievable sight.

A person floating in the air…!

I have heard of the art of walking on empty space as stairs, but I have never heard of floating still. How deep must one’s inner energy be to be able to perform such a sublime art?

Gu Hui cut his arm with his finger.

– Crunch.

He dropped the blood into the river.

– Gulp… Tuuk…

At that moment, countless crocodiles, smelling the blood, swarmed in.

Hundreds of crocodiles were tangled and writhing beneath Gu Hui’s feet.

“It looks like everyone is here.”

A dark blue energy formed on Gu Hui’s right arm. It held a power that would shake the heavens.

As the spear was struck down, the water released and splashed into the river where the crocodiles were gathered.

– Pfft …

A huge column of water shot up with a loud noise like a hundred explosives exploding at the same time, and the crocodiles’ bodies were smashed into hundreds and thousands of pieces. Bone fragments, pieces of flesh, and blood rained down in the air.

– Swish, swish, swish… Hood thud…

Soon they turned to ash and disappeared, and the remains they left behind floated in the river.

The group that witnessed the scene from land were speechless, their mouths wide open.

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