Bachelor Swordsmanship Remastered [EN]: Chapter 131

131. Each One’s Task

“I will go as well.”

The one who spoke was none other than Mo Yongjin.

Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon glanced at Mo Yongjin and nodded.

“Do so. Two are better than one.”

This meant that Youngho Joon acknowledged Mo Yongjin’s skill.

Step.

Youngho Joon moved his feet, though a hint of reluctance lingered in his movements.

Mo Yongjin nodded towards Mo Yongmi and Woonhyun, then followed behind Youngho Joon.

Step, step.

Youngho Joon and Mo Yongjin walked towards the lone wanderer, Dokgo Rang, standing under the moonlight.

Mo Yongmi watched their backs with a nervous expression.

The broad backs and strong shoulders of the two men cast thick shadows under the blue moonlight.

Rustle.

“I should go too.”

Mo Yongmi rose from her seat.

“Even you, Miss?”

Looking down at Woonhyun, who asked the question, Mo Yongmi gave a wry smile.

“My sword may not be of great help, but the title of Outer Hall Leader of the Mo Yong Clan carries weight. If Great Warrior Youngho Joon is right, they won’t easily antagonize me.”

Mo Yongmi was the Outer Hall Leader of the Mo Yong Clan.

Being intelligent, she had already realized that Youngho Joon intended to escalate the issue politically.

If that was the case, then the presence of the Outer Hall Leader of the Mo Yong Clan would certainly be helpful.

“I see.”

Woonhyun understood Mo Yongmi’s intention and nodded.

Swish.

And Woonhyun also rose from his seat.

“Then I should make a move as well.”

Mo Yongmi’s eyes sparkled.

Did Woonhyun finally intend to step forward for the sake of the lone wanderer, Dokgo Rang?

However, Woonhyun’s actions differed from Mo Yongmi’s expectations.

“Then, I’ll be in your care.”

Woonhyun politely bowed to Mo Yongmi.

And without hesitation, he turned around.

Step.

That direction was exactly the opposite of where the lone wanderer Dokgo Rang was.

Unlike Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon or Mo Yongjin, Woonhyun began to walk along the path leading down the mountain.

Step, step.

Mo Yongmi didn’t have a chance to say anything.

Woonhyun moved his feet briskly without looking back.

“Scholar Woon!”

Mo Yongmi called out to Woonhyun without realizing it.

Woonhyun stopped and turned to look at Mo Yongmi.

“Miss, please help them.”

Woonhyun said with a gentle smile.

“I will do my work.”

Having said that, Woonhyun turned his body again and walked away.

While Mo Yongmi hesitated, Woonhyun soon disappeared into the darkness of the forest.

The small bundle on his back and the wooden sword hanging below it were the last things Mo Yongmi saw.

‘What on earth…’

Mo Yongmi was confused as to how to interpret Woonhyun’s actions.

However, her confusion did not last long.

“Who are you?”

At the voice full of hostility, Mo Yongmi turned her head.

Five black-clad figures were confronting Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon and Mo Yongjin, wary of them.

Mo Yongmi bit her lip.

As Woonhyun had said, now was the time to help Mo Yongjin and Youngho Joon, as well as the lone wanderer Dokgo Rang.

Swish, swish.

Mo Yongmi quickly moved her feet.

“I don’t think you don’t know me.”

Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon said with a grin.

Even in a situation full of sharp tension, he wore a leisurely smile.

“Isn’t that so?”

Those words were directed at the black-clad figure holding small throwing knives.

The slender figure seemed somewhat agitated.

He exchanged glances with the other black-clad figures.

It seemed like they were saying something, but the voice was not heard.

Swish.

At that moment, Mo Yongmi appeared.

“I am Mo Yongmi, the Outer Hall Leader of the Mo Yong Clan.”

She said with a confident appearance.

“Who are you, and why are you oppressing the lone wanderer?”

The black-clad figures frowned.

One of the black-clad figures said.

“What does the Mo Yong Clan have to do with this?”

His voice was still distorted.

Among the black-clad figures, he was the only one speaking.

“Of course, it has something to do with it.”

Mo Yongmi said, looking straight at the black-clad figure.

“The Mo Yong Clan is cooperating with the Murim Alliance [Martial Arts Alliance] investigation team. The Great Warrior Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon here is the chief of that investigation team.”

In a rather clear voice, Mo Yongmi continued.

“The Murim Alliance investigation team has decided to investigate the lone wanderer Dokgo Rang. This is what Great Warrior Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon and Tang Moon Seolhwa, Lady Dang Seol-ryun, have decided.”

The black-clad figure’s brow furrowed noticeably.

The slender black-clad figure holding the throwing knives spoke sharply.

“Humph! Does that mean the Murim Alliance can do whatever they want!”

Although she distorted her voice as if trying to hide it, it was easy to tell that she was a woman.

Mo Yongmi smiled.

“Of course, that’s not the case. If you have a grudge against the lone wanderer or a legitimate debt relationship, then your rights should naturally be respected.”

“If that’s the case…”

“After you reveal your identities yourselves.”

At those words, the black-clad figure couldn’t continue speaking.

Mo Yongmi smiled faintly.

“Why is that? Is there a reason why you can’t do that? Or is it that your actions…”

Looking straight at the black-clad figures, Mo Yongmi said.

“Does that mean it’s not justified?”

Gritting.

“…You.”

It was when the slender black-clad figure was about to say something, gnashing her teeth.

“If.”

The first black-clad figure who had stepped forward spoke.

“What if we get rid of you here?”

The eyes of the black-clad figures instantly turned fierce.

A cold murderous aura covered the surroundings, and the three surviving members of the Taeheo Seven Heroes staggered back.

“Of course, that could happen.”

Rustle.

Mo Yongmi raised her head.

Her beautiful eyes were shining coldly under the moonlight.

“If you can.”

Clang.

Mo Yongjin, who was standing next to her, drew his sword.

The sharp blade shone coldly under the moonlight.

That wasn’t all.

Whoosh.

Mo Yongjin’s sword cried out.

And an unfamiliar energy instantly covered Mo Yongjin’s sword.

That overbearing energy that had lingered on the lone wanderer’s sword earlier.

That very energy was now surging on Mo Yongjin’s sword at this moment.

“…Sword energy.”

The black-clad figure said as if grinding his teeth.

His eyes were shaking greatly.

It wasn’t just the black-clad figures who were surprised.

Mo Yongmi also couldn’t hide her surprise.

‘When did Brother…’

She knew that Mo Yongjin’s martial arts had made great achievements since meeting Woonhyun.

She also knew that he had been training with Woonhyun every morning recently.

But to manifest sword energy to this extent?

Even if it was just the beginning, the difference between manifesting sword energy and not was like heaven and earth.

“I am Mo Yongjin, the eldest disciple of the Mo Yong Clan.”

Mo Yongjin said.

There was not a bit of hesitation in his voice.

“If you intend to antagonize the Mo Yong Clan, you will have to face me first.”

Whoo-oong.

As if responding to Mo Yongjin’s words, his sword cried out.

The black-clad figures couldn’t take their eyes off that sight.

Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon was openly admiring, and the lone wanderer Dokgo Rang was also watching Mo Yongjin’s figure with shining eyes.

“Don’t be arrogant with just that much achievement.”

The black-clad figure said quietly.

“There are plenty of people stronger than you in the Jianghu Murim [Martial World].”

His words were correct.

Although manifesting sword energy was a great realm, there were many experts in the Jianghu Murim.

Even more so when considering hidden masters.

“Of course, I know that well.”

Mo Yongjin replied.

“If you are willing to give me guidance, I will not refuse it either.”

Whoong.

Once again, Mo Yongjin’s sword cried out.

“…Hmph.”

The black-clad figure let out a low snort.

“I would like to do that if I could, but the time is not right.”

It wasn’t just Mo Yongjin.

There was still the lone wanderer Dokgo Rang, who was burning with fighting spirit, and Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon was holding his ground.

Moreover, with the Murim Alliance and the Mo Yong Clan formally involved, their mission was as good as a failure.

The black-clad figure turned his head and looked at Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon.

“I will definitely remember this.”

There was a blue edge to that voice.

However, Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon shrugged his shoulders with a nonchalant expression.

“Well? So many people have said that.”

The black-clad figure glared at Plum Blossom Sword.

And stepped back.

Step.

As if that was a signal, the other black-clad figures also began to retreat slowly.

Then the complexions of the Taeheo Seven Heroes and the surviving Murim people changed.

“G, Great Warrior! If you do this, the promise…”

Thwack.

A sharp throwing knife grazed the cheek of one of the Taeheo Seven Heroes.

The slender black-clad figure holding the throwing knife said to the Taoist.

“Don’t speak carelessly. I can wipe out the Taeheo Gate at any time.”

At that shrill voice, the Taoist closed his mouth.

And turned his head to glare at Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon.

That fierce gaze was clearly visible even in the darkness.

However, Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon smiled instead.

“I enjoyed it last time, Miss.”

The black-clad figure’s eyes widened.

However, it was only for a moment.

“Hmph.”

The black-clad figure snorted, narrowing his eyes.

When Mo Yongmi thought that the sound somehow sounded seductive, the black-clad figure had already disappeared into the darkness.

As the black-clad figures disappeared, the Taeheo Seven Heroes and the surviving Murim people, who had been watching, also retreated slowly.

The only people left were Plum Blossom Sword Youngho Joon, Mo Yongjin, Mo Yongmi, and the lone wanderer Dokgo Rang.

Clang.

Mo Yongjin sheathed his sword.

He turned his body towards the lone wanderer Dokgo Rang.

“Are you alright?”

However, Dokgo Rang’s reaction was different from Mo Yongjin’s expectations.

“It’s none of your business.”

Dokgo Rang said, still drawing his sword.

Mo Yongjin was momentarily flustered.

It was because he didn’t expect Dokgo Rang to show hostility towards them.

“No, we…”

“I don’t need help.”

Dokgo Rang said with a firm gaze.

Even though it was obvious that he was exhausted and about to collapse, Dokgo Rang’s eyes were fiercely alive.

However, in fact, Dokgo Rang’s condition was more serious than it appeared.

If he had even unleashed sword energy against the black-clad figures, it would have been Dokgo Rang’s last sword.

“I have no intention of cooperating with the investigation either. Even if you are the Murim Alliance.”

That was perhaps a perfectly natural reaction.

Because the lone wanderer Dokgo Rang was a swordsman wandering the Jianghu Murim alone like a wolf.

While Mo Yongjin was flustered, Mo Yongmi stepped forward.

“We are the Mo Yong Clan.”

“I know.”

Mo Yongmi smiled at Dokgo Rang’s blunt response.

“No, you don’t know yet.”

Dokgo Rang frowned.

However, Mo Yongmi was certain.

That Dokgo Rang’s reaction would definitely change after hearing these words.

“We also received a letter. A letter from the Azure Dragon Sword Lord of the Heavenly Secret Chamber.”

Dokgo Rang’s eyes widened.

Swish.

Mo Yongmi approached Dokgo Rang.

Dokgo Rang was still drawing his sword, but Mo Yongmi didn’t care.

“So, believe my words.”

Looking straight at Dokgo Rang with her beautiful eyes, Mo Yongmi continued.

“We are not your enemies.”

Whoosh.

Dokgo Rang looked at Mo Yongjin.

Mo Yongjin, who met that gaze, nodded.

Dokgo Rang could tell that Mo Yongjin’s eyes were sincere.

Thud.

Dokgo Rang’s sword slowly went down.

“Is that so?”

Dokgo Rang said with a faint smile.

‘Finally…’

Those words could not come out of his mouth.

At the same time as Dokgo Rang lowered his sword, his body collapsed as it was.