Chronicles of the Demon Faction

Episode 474 Imperial Palace Wind Fortune (8)

“What is the current situation?”

“We have received a report that a speedboat on the waterway has been hijacked. This is the speedboat that the person who watched the confrontation with the Master of Swords rode a while ago. It is said that hundreds of ships were anchored at the mouth of Shandong. “I captured 30 of them, so I’ll have plenty of room to ride.”

Xu Liang chuckled.

“You said they were sects under Shaolin, right?”

“That’s right.”

“Thank you for helping me with this, but if I do that, Shaolin will be turned upside down.”

“They say they will come forward and help, but what can they do? “We are grateful.”

“That’s true.”

Xu Liang stroked his chin.

“Are you even planning to go to the room?”

“I don’t know that far. “It’s a problem that will end if we just get to the headquarters of Bukcheombigak.”

“There is a possibility that there is an absolute expert involved.”

“If there was that much cilantro involved, the Wei Lingju would have controlled it well. Moreover, since Namgung Noh Bae is also with us, there will be no major disruptions in our plans.”

“Speed is everything in this operation. “If we were too cautious, we wouldn’t even be able to start the operation.”

“Of course, that may be the case, but I think the Lord of Wei will be able to control that very well. In addition, didn’t they give the Jincheon Byeokryoktan (震天霹靂彈) to Blood King Boui? “We will break through at some point.”

“I guess so.”

Xiliang’s eyes deepened.

As you know, there is no such thing as a perfect strategy in this world. Rather, entrusting the most simplified tactics to an experienced unit commander has a higher chance of success.

Perhaps the Demon Lord will do well. Even if there are unexpected experts camped out, Shaolin will take care of it.

but.

“There was no one to order this operation except the Commander-in-Chief. He was actually a trustworthy talent. “It’s just that he has an element of anxiety.”

“It’s the escape part and the emotion.”

“Exactly. If you look at the operation reports he has been in charge of so far, his ability to carry out operations is nothing short of outstanding. But there were times when I made an absurd mistake. “It’s time to return from the mission.”

“I feel like I’m overly relaxed.”

“okay. Even though I made a promise, it is not easy to change people’s habits. Well, I believe it will work out somehow…”

Seoryang’s eyes deepened.

“This guy has so much affection.”

Of course, there are many things about Jeong and Seo-ryang. But he had something that Wei Hongryun did not have.

It was the supreme martial arts quickness and situational analysis ability.

Wei Hongryun was somewhat inferior in those three things to Xiliang. At the same time, he took care of his people more than anything else.

Although he is a good boss, he is an element that can put everyone in danger during an operation.

Ho Yaoseong smiled.

“Why did you send a memorial spell when you were so anxious?”

“I’m not anxious. I just wanted to tell you that he has some flaws. And did I tell you? “There was no one I could have sent it to other than him.”

To be precise, there was no unit commander as trustworthy as Wei Hongryeon. And Wei Hongryeon had great advantages that more than covered up the disadvantages listed above.

There are many people stronger than her. There are people who are as quick-witted as her, and there are people who are better at commanding troops than she is.

However, there was no unit commander as trustworthy as her. I would be anxious if I sent someone else, but I was confident that if I sent her, I would be able to complete the mission somehow.

It was a problem that left the military and subjects.

“What about Gongyachi?”

“No contact yet. “They say they will contact us after investigating the situation north of the Yangtze River in more detail.”

“He should be careful too. If you are Damsayoung, you will definitely try to attack Haomun at any time.”

“I guess so. However, the Gongyachi Somoonju I know is not the kind of person who will be attacked by the same enemy twice. “I’m sure they have all prepared.”

“Then I’m glad.”

Hu Yao-seong chuckled.

Xu Liang frowned.

“What is that disloyal smile?”

“Disloyal?!”

“Snoring like that in front of a religious leader.”

“Ugh, just like that. “I thought it must be really difficult for you, too.”

“Is it difficult? what?”

Ho Yaoseong smiled again without realizing it.

“You always step forward when it comes to important matters, but now you’re feeling anxious even though you left it in the hands of someone you trust, aren’t you?”

“uh? Uh… Is that so?”

Xiliang scratched his head.

When I thought about it, I realized that this was the first time I had entrusted such an important and dangerous mission to someone else. Didn’t he run all the way to Gangseo Castle when he took over Gangseo Sanghoe six months ago?

‘Right.’

Xu Liang sighed.

‘I think it’s starting to feel more real now.’

I have felt a lot of responsibility as a leader. I don’t know how many times a day I think, “This is why it’s like this, and that’s why it’s like that.”

However, there was another thing I learned through this operation.

‘You can’t substitute me.’

It is natural that Wei Honglian is weaker than him. And it was natural that his ability to improvise, understand the flow of battle, and analyze situations was inferior to his own.

Because he is a heavenly devil. Moreover, before being reincarnated in the body of the Three Confucius, he was the messenger of death who roamed the central plains for decades as the King of Death.

Wei Hongryeon was better at nothing than herself. It had to be that way. Because we have different experiences, what we have achieved are different, and our perspectives on the world are different.

But you shouldn’t tell Wei Hongryeon why you can’t do it like me.

“Total military.”

“Yes, leader.”

“Didn’t you hear from Dongpil?”

“ah! Come to think of it, I didn’t tell you. “I think I’m blinking now too.”

Hu Yaosheng took out a letter from his arms.

“They say we have just entered Zhejiang.”

“That’s incredibly fast. “Is that guy excited to be playing in the midfield for the first time in a while?”

“Is that possible? You know Ma Escort’s personality, right? “He must have wanted to arrive as quickly as possible to see the situation.”

“Who is the head of the Geogyeong family?”

Ho Yo-seong smiled brightly.

“We have arrived at the Jusan Islands.”

“Okay, everyone has dispersed to their respective locations.”

Xu Liang’s eyes lit up.

“I just need to get the delivery on time.”

* * *

“Get on board! hurry!”

Paralarak!

The demon king boarded the anchored speedboat.

But the pursuer was still there. The top experts who were guarding the imperial palace were none other than the Gold-clad Cheonryongwi (錦衣天龍衛).

“You bastards! Throwing arrows shamelessly?!”

This was not something the person who devastated the imperial palace with the Jincheon bomb would say.

Teeeeee!

Dozens of arrows flew towards the speedboat.

It was an incredible speed. It was a force on a different level from that fired by any other archer.

“Get it out!”

Titty teeting! Pow!

“Tsk!”

“hey! Are you okay?!”

“It’s okay!”

There was no way it was going to be okay. The arrow pierced the right side of my chest, right where my lungs were. That was the reason why there was a sound of air escaping from the voice.

As with all penetrating injuries, that area in particular was an area that could not be recovered through internal pain. Wei Hongryeon gritted her teeth.

“Let’s go!”

Sigh!

Speed boats cutting through the sea.

However, the Golden Celestial Dragon did not sit still. The speedboat that originally docked belonged to the imperial palace.

Para la rock.

Behind the 30 speedboats, about 20 speedboats followed.

The number of Golden Heavenly Dragons that followed up to this point was less than half of the Demon King Spirit. However, each one of them was a peak expert who had reached maturity, so their power was very strong.

‘I have to protect the emperor, so if it’s natural, isn’t it natural?’

Pipipiping!

Another arrow flew.

I had no idea how many arrows he was carrying. Wei Hongryeon shouted loudly.

“Stop it!”

Papa papapang! Awesome!

Dozens of arrows were scattered in all directions.

However, there were at least one or two arrows that got through the demon beasts’ defenses. And the demon king spirits who were hit by one or two arrows died or were seriously injured.

Grumbling.

Wei Hongryeon bit her lip.

She was the first person on the speedboat. The arrow did not reach her.

Besides, she had an important mission. It was to take care of the body of the old emperor who had fainted while riding with him.

But but.

“…Damn it!”

In my heart, I wanted to use my divine law at once and strike down all the arrows with my sword.

But her task now was not to block the rear. That role was the responsibility of his subordinates.

What should she do now?

Flap!

When the blood king’s robe was removed, an old man with a pale complexion appeared.

The skinny limbs were reminiscent of bare tree branches. His hair was almost completely bald, and his sparse beard looked as if it would fall apart if touched. My trembling body was so weak that I could not overcome the sea breeze.

At first glance, the details were not good. Wei Hongryeon took out a golden herbal medicine from her bosom.

Tuk.

She forced the old man’s mouth open and stuffed the medicine down his throat.

Although she was the most noble person in the world, this did not apply to her. The hand that was tapping my uvula was very rough.

Gurgling.

The medicine went down the old man’s throat on its own.

Wei Hongryeon said to Kwak Sang, who was riding with him.

“I’m going to improve this damn old man’s physical condition from this moment on. “Hold on somehow!”

“Do not worry.”

“Fuck you! “It looks like I don’t have to worry now!”

Vice Lord Kwak Sang grinned.

“If it doesn’t work out, I’ll just use the Jincheon Byeokpyeok Coal.”

Wei Hongryeon’s eyes widened.

“what? “Is there one left?”

“yes.”

“You crazy bastard! Then you should have written it right away! “Can’t you see the kids are getting hurt?!”

“Not now.”

“what?!”

Kwak Sang’s face became serious.

“This stuff should be saved for last. Our death is not the problem. “Isn’t the most important thing for us now to successfully complete this mission?”

“You bastard! “It’ll be over if we just put all those bastards in the water…!”

“Are you sure?”

Wei Hongryeon felt speechless for a moment.

Kwak Sang smiled.

“Do you know why I came in right away when the commanding lord called me? Still, I did it because the commanding lord is a man who knows how to think about his subordinates.”

“…Damn.”

“But you’ve done this before and almost lost a few missions, right? You can’t do that this time either. “It’s an order given directly by the leader.”

“Your poop is thick, you damn bastard.”

“It’s okay, so please take care of this precious person. “There is no one among us who can manage internal power as delicately as the Commanding Lord.”

Wei Hongryeon turned her head.

“Let’s hold on just a little longer.”

“yes!”

Just like that, the speedboat carrying the demon king’s spirit crossed the sea.

The speed of the speedboat was truly incredible. Not only was it fast, but its power was so great that it could cut through most currents.

But that was the same for the other side’s speedboat. After using up all his arrows, Geumui Cheonryongwi even pulled the bowstring with genuine energy.

If it’s fortunate, is it fortunate? Since they were only human, they couldn’t help but get tired, and as time went by, the power of their bows decreased.

On the other hand, the Demon King Spirit was more than twice as numerous as them. After occasionally replacing the rear end and conserving stamina, there was no damage after two days.

A chase of chase and chase.

Although the attack was gone, something scarier than the deadly attack gradually overtook the demon king’s spirit.

It was hunger and thirst.

“Just a little…”

Wei Hongryun’s face was thin. My lips were cracked because I couldn’t drink water.

The water bottles provided on the speedboat were enough to easily last a martial artist for twenty days. But the problem was the emperor who was riding along.

The emperor needed a lot of water and food. There was no choice but to keep the minimum lifeline attached.

Because of the emperor alone, the entire Demon King Territory suffered from hunger and thirst.

“Let’s just wait a little longer.”

Another day passed like that.

Around the time the speedboat carrying Demon King entered Zhejiang.

Shoot!

“What is it?”

Dozens of ships approached from afar.

Wei Hongryeon’s eyes trembled.

“Yanggang River Waterway? “These bastards only play in the Yangtze River. Why did they come out to the sea?!”

That wasn’t the problem now.

Among the demon king beasts, not a single one had full physical strength. As of now, there is no way to stop them.

‘Is this how it ends?’

Wei Hongryun looked at Guo Sang.

There was a determined light in his eyes.

“…Did you listen well to what I said?”

“I know.”

“Lord, you must somehow hold on to that old man. “Did you know?”

“Of course… that’s right.”

Gwak Sang took out the Jincheon Byokryoktan from his arms.

“Damn it, I wish I could somehow buy time with this one shot…”

That was then.

Duuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuck!!

A long, resonant drum sound coming from somewhere.

The surprised Demon King looked ahead.

Piiiiiiiing!!

A huge polearm split the air as the giant ship approached at an alarming speed.

The long spear passed the speedboat carrying the demon king in one go and became lodged in the water-rochae boat that followed closest to it.

Kwasik! Kwaaaaang!

The ship hit by the spear exploded.

“What?!”

“What is it?”

Wei Hongryun’s expression brightened.

The person holding another spear at the head of the vessel was a middle-aged man of very good stature.

“You’re alive, man. Whale.”