Namgung Seol’s gaze was fixed on the wall where the memorial tablet hung. Do Yeonsan and Eun-yo were secretly hiding behind that wall. She called out to them once again. “I know you’re hiding in there, so come out,” Her voice sounded almost like a whisper, but was distinctly clear. At that moment, Do Yeonsan … Read more
Tap! Tap! Tap! The sound of footsteps echoed through the streets of Duchang. Pairs of martial artists from the Snow Flower Swords traversed the streets in groups of three and five. They were confident that they would easily find Do Yeonsan and Eun-yo. But their abilities were far beyond their imagination. Twenty of the Swordsmen … Read more
Namgung Seol’s fine eyebrows furrowed deeply. “What do you mean?” “The leader is pursuing them.” “Are they the lovers I asked to be followed discreetly?” “Yes.” “Why?” “Pardon?” “There must be a reason. He’s not going after them without any reason or evidence, is he?” “We haven’t determined the reason yet.” Namgung Seol bit her … Read more
Seo Woo-il had a very regular routine. He would wake up at dawn, drink a cup of tea and then practice his martial arts. It was only after the end of his martial arts training that his day would officially begin. After washing and having his meal, he would review the information gathered during the … Read more
The vast expanse of Poyang Lake was truly magnificent. Not only was it vast, but it was also fertile. All kinds of sediments from the upper reaches of the Yangtze River had accumulated there. As a result, numerous cities developed around the lake. Duchang was one such city. Growing around Poyang Lake, Duchang was a … Read more
Namgung Seol was never a passive woman. She was always on the move, proactive in her actions. As soon as she thought of Pyo Wol, she felt compelled to investigate his whereabouts. “I can’t use the Silver Lotus Hall or the Golden Heavenly Hall.” Both factions, directly or indirectly, were related to Pyo Wol. She … Read more
The sun had set, and darkness fell on the place where the Nine Shadows Sect was staying. Yeo Tae-ryang went to bed early. Contrary to its shabby exterior, the inside of the military tent was incredibly ornate. A huge bed covered in sheepskin was laid out, and a huge white tiger skin was draped along … Read more
It was an unbelievable pace. They had barely been on the move for ten days, and yet they had managed to secure the allegiance of seventy percent of the assassin guilds that had gathered for the Kangho Great War. This was a testament to the incredible abilities of the Black Shadow Assassins and the Ten … Read more
The Seven Demons of Shanyin were originally active in the northern region of Shanyin. “They were originally wandering vagabonds of the north who, spurred on by a certain incident, banded together and began to move as one”. They were not just any run-of-the-mill assassins; their martial arts skills were so formidable that it would be … Read more
Changsu was a town a few hundred li south of Lake Poyang. Although less well known than its neighbors, Changsu was quite a large city. Located between Poyang Lake and the Jade Mountain, it had a scenic location and was on a major highway, so many people traveled to Changshu every day. The most influential … Read more