Moon-Shadow Sword Emperor

Special Side Story Episode 9

“……Huh.”

A sigh flowed from Sosalmagun’s mouth.

As he was reading the interpretation given to him by Sima Yun, a scholar of poetry and science, a giant swordsman standing behind him looked at him with a puzzled look.

What on earth is written there that causes such a reaction?

It’s not like anyone else, but one’s own lord, who loses his composure in front of others.

It was a sight rarely seen.

“Was it this? “It’s a secret that our great teacher kept hidden.”

Sosalma-kun laughs as if it’s absurd.

He put the book down on the table and placed his forehead on his clasped hands.

It was rewarding to push ahead with the work, even taking the risk of stepping into the middle of political faction territory.

The remains of Tian Gi-zi, located in Bang County, Hubei Province.

What if it was the teacher who first knew of the existence of this place?

He probably didn’t know anything until he died.

‘Reincarnation, return, precognition. These are stories that are not easy to believe.’

But I couldn’t help but believe it.

I could understand this just by thinking about the stories of past priestesses recorded in the history of the Demonic Cult.

That everything written in this interpretation is true.

For a long time, we have been gathering information to unravel the secrets hidden by the religious leader.

In particular, it would not be an exaggeration to say that all records of the previous Heavenly Demons were searched, excluding those that were discarded.

Therefore, cross-validation was not that difficult.

“Siganghaksa.”

After being lost in thought for a while, he finally opened his mouth.

Sima Yun, who was sitting across from the table sipping tea, felt eyes on him and raised his head.

“Are you sure you’ll be okay?”

“What are you talking about?”

“You are asking this knowingly. “I’m really asking you if you can give this to me.”

“Take it. “It’s something I don’t need.”

Sima Yun’s expression was indifferent as usual.

Sosalma-kun’s eyes turned to the bowl placed in the center of the table.

A ritual vessel with colorful patterns engraved on it.

There was rust everywhere, as if to prove that it was an item used in ancient times.

At first glance, it appears to be an ordinary relic, but the enormous water energy that can be felt through the skin proves that this is no ordinary vessel.

“If the imperial family finds out about this, they won’t stay silent.”

“Of course it is. Therefore, we must thoroughly control entry.”

“You don’t have to worry about that part. “Because I and my subordinates tend to have a heavy mouth.”

A sacred object containing the power of reincarnation.

One of the three sacred items left behind by the first Heavenly Demon for future generations.

Members of the royal family who dreamed of eternal life would have paid hundreds of millions of dollars to obtain this.

It is an item that cannot be used unless you are a descendant of the first Heavenly Demon, but they will not mind.

I’m sure they’ll try to find a way to use it somehow.

“You know because you read the interpretation, but it is the legacy of the first Heavenly Demon. Lost items should be returned to their original owners.”

“According to that logic, it would have been unreasonable for the imperial family to steal the secret treasures of Mt. Seoldusan.”

“…….”

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“I didn’t particularly mean to provoke you, so relax your expression. I just want to know your true intentions. “Why are you trying to hand this over to me, even deceiving the Gold Council?”

“I’m not interested in things I can’t use.”

“You may be like that, but the higher-ups might think differently, right? “If you just offer this in an abusive manner, isn’t promotion a given?”

Sosalma’s doubts were natural.

Although it was the Demonic Cult that discovered the existence of the ruins and shared the information, it was the Imperial Palace that put more effort into the actual attack.

To be more precise, one Simaun neutralized almost all traps and formations.

This was the reason why he accepted the loss and joined hands with the government.

Because there is not very long time to pursue a certain task while avoiding the eyes of the Demon Cultist.

I can say without a doubt that if it were not for Sima Yun, we would not have been able to reach the depths of the ruins within the limited time.

‘If he had asked me to hand over a new item, it would have been difficult to refuse.’

No, if he hadn’t shared the information in the first place, I wouldn’t have known that the product in front of me was new.

That’s why I didn’t understand.

Why on earth would he want to hand over this precious item to himself?

‘There is no favor without reason in the world.’

I didn’t want to hear the lame excuse that they were simply returning it to its original owner.

I wanted to find out the real reason why he gave up his personal gain and handed over his treasure.

“I don’t know why you’re asking. There can be no harm to each other. “Is there any reason to scratch and make crumbs?”

“I’m curious because I’m the kind of person who can’t hold back. Especially if it’s about someone you like.”

“I haven’t achieved my goal yet.”

“……?”

“We cannot allow the imperial family to be divided, at least until that goal is achieved.”

Sosalma-kun’s eyes narrowed.

I couldn’t completely understand what it meant.

But I felt like I knew one thing.

For the man in front of me, power or status was neither a goal nor a point of achievement.

It was only a means to an end.

He was trying to use the imperial palace to achieve his goals.

That is why they are trying to conceal the existence of a mysterious spirit that will bring bloodshed to the imperial family.

‘I like it more and more.’

Sosalma-gun picked up the jegi and placed it in his arms and moistened his lips with his tongue.

I was madly jealous.

It’s been a long time since I wanted someone this much.

Even though I knew clearly that it was a poisonous fruit, I wanted to reach for it.

“If anything happens that requires my help, please contact me. “I promise to listen to whatever request you make just once.”

“It’s not possible!”

The Geogogwi who was watching the sudden remark shouted without realizing it.

Sosalma looked back at him with fierce eyes.

A terrifying energy gushed out and filled the interior of the barracks.

“…….”

The Geogogwi, under silent pressure from its lord, could not bear it and shrank its neck.

Only then did Sosalmagun, who looked away, meet Simaun’s gaze again.

“There is no need to repay.”

“I don’t know what your purpose is, but the more cards you can use, the better. “Isn’t that right?”

“You don’t make promises you can’t keep.”

“I am a devil, but I am more faithful than you think.”

“Don’t regret it.”

“At times like this, my instincts tend to work well. I will never regret what happened today. “When I praised myself, I praised myself.”

“I heard an incomprehensible sound… I’ll just go and have a look.”

“Go carefully. “I look forward to seeing you again.”

“That one too. “I don’t know if I’ll ever see you again.”

Samaun leaving the barracks.

Sosalmagun, who was staring at his retreating back, put his hand into his bosom and touched the sacred item.

After testing it, I couldn’t use it myself.

Unfortunately, he was not related to the first Heavenly Demon.

‘An object that doesn’t react to me. It is clear where this should be used.’

The moment I learned of the existence of the Three Gods, an ominous assumption crossed my mind.

What if there is a suitable candidate among the five disciples competing for leadership of the church?

And what if the cult leader finds out?

‘The next sect leader will be chosen immediately.’

The level of martial arts that Cheonakgun has reached and the power he has built up.

Everything would be in vain in an instant.

It would have been fortunate if he had been stripped of his status as a disciple and demoted to an ordinary believer.

In the worst case scenario, I might lose my life.

Will the cult leader really want to leave behind a seed of anxiety that could threaten the well-being of those who are eligible?

‘The possibility would be extremely low.’

Officially, the first Cheonma did not take a companion.

The Demonic Cult is a group that advocates strong self-respect rather than hereditary succession.

As the first Heavenly Demon, he could not help but keep his own symbolism in mind.

That’s why he never got married in his life.

That was according to the records.

‘It is said that there are seeds he sowed while wandering throughout the central plains.’

What are the chances that after they enter the church, their talent will be recognized and they will be selected as disciples of the demonic cult?

The history of the Demonic Cult was by no means short.

There was a reason why no one was able to use the new material for that long time.

It would be safe to assume that there was almost no chance of a suitable person among the five disciples of the contemporary religious leader.

‘Still, it wouldn’t hurt to check.’

The method to distinguish the bloodline of the first Heavenly Demon was simple.

A ritual that contains the power of reincarnation.

All I had to do was check whether there was an opponent to whom this divine object reacted.

‘When I return to the school, I will first have to meet each of the four students, excluding myself.’

* * *

‘Damn it.’

Late at night.

The headquarters of the Demonic Cult located in Cheonsan (天山).

Sosalma, who returned to his living quarters, looked up at the ceiling and cursed.

‘What kind of trick of fate is this?’

I met all four disciples of the Demonic Cult Master except myself.

Even when he came into contact with the Iron Blood Demon Lord Seogunak, the spirit in his arms showed no reaction.

So I was relieved.

Until I came face to face with Yongjamgun (龍潛君), the youngest priest who visited for the last time.

‘No way, Yeonsun was the right candidate.’

A laugh escaped me.

Even saying it was the worst was not enough.

It is said that Yeonsun voluntarily gave up his position as a leader, but that was not important at all.

What if the cult leader finds out about this?

If we look at the value of our youngest student, who has not paid much attention until now.

It would have been an instant for the structure of the succession battle to be overturned.

‘No, let’s calm down. The point is as long as the religious leader does not know that Yeonsun is a suitable candidate. ‘If I just keep my mouth shut…’

It was a time when he was gathering his thoughts, clutching the prayer in his arms.

The door burst open and a man with a sharp expression rushed in.

It was Seol Ye-geom (舌銳劍), one of the three henchmen.

“What’s going on?”

“I have urgent news to tell you.”

“Say it.”

“It is said that the tomb of Muyeongshintu (無影神偸) was discovered in Sacheon (四川).”

“…!”

The incident progressed in a direction that Sosalma-gun could not have imagined.

The legendary Daedo (大盜) Muyeongsintu’s Bidong from the previous dynasty has appeared in the world.

Numerous martial forces flocked to Sacheon.

Ma Gyo-ju entrusted the task of investigating Bi-dong to Yeon-soo-un.

“This is absurd.”

Sosalma-kun shed a bitter smile.

It was a laugh filled with emptiness.

I knew this because I read the interpretation I received from Sima Yun.

A sacred energy containing the power of return and foresight rests in the secret cave of Muyeongsintu.

If things continue like this, it will only be a matter of time before Master Ma finds out that Yeon-woon is a suitable candidate.

In the end, he had no choice but to make a decision.

‘I must kill him.’

Yongjamgun had to be killed.

I had to get rid of him at all costs.

If I didn’t do that, I might be the one to die.

‘Yeon Yeon-woon is not an easy opponent.’

Those who don’t know him well only praise his martial arts talent, but Sosalmagun knew.

He was a quick-witted and skilled person.

He was different from the reverse killer who was just a coward.

Giving up on the leadership of the church without even competing properly was actually the best decision he could have made.

‘I have to risk my own life. If you don’t do that much, Yeonsun will never fall into the trap.’

Sosalma-gun, who left the residence, hurried his steps.

There wasn’t much time.

We had to attract people who would become our allies as quickly as possible.

‘First, we must capture the Iron Blood Demon Army.’

* * *

“Why are you looking at me like that?”

“……What a monster.”

In response to the question from the man whose body was stained with blood, the middle-aged man who was called death stepped back with a tired expression.

There were corpses all around.

Four elders belonging to the Ten Thousand Demon Palace, the three divisions of the Blood Heavenly Command, renowned as the elite strike force of the Demonic Cult, and Seogunak, the Iron Blooded Demon, one of the five disciples of the cult leader, lost their lives at the hands of just one person. lost.

“Now please tell me. “Why did you try to kill me?”

“Don’t you know the reason?”

“Didn’t I tell you this many times? “I have no interest in being a religious leader.”

“Do you think there would be a fool who would believe that literally? And just because you don’t care about the leader doesn’t mean that’s what other people think.”

Sosalma-kun snorted.

I feel sympathy for the cluelessness of the youngest priest who knows nothing.