Chapter 89

A few days later, Jeong I-chu, who was recuperating from his injuries in a detached building of Divine Wind Stronghold, received startling news.

"They say the Palm Heart Clan Lord is dead, and the Palm Heart Clan has fallen."

Im Mu-yeol, who delivered the news, was completely elated.

Jeong I-chu, with a surprised look, rose from his bed.

His internal injuries were not light, and he needed to rest for a while.

Fortunately, Jeok Leegeon had guided them here, so not only his family but also the warriors of the Righteous Sword Sect could hide here.

However, Jeong I-chu had been anxious, fearing the Palm Heart Clan's revenge. But the Palm Heart Clan had fallen?

"What happened?"

"They say the Clan Lord betrayed the Northern Sky Hegemon Clan and tried to side with the Southern Mountains Alliance, so he was punished."

"What?"

"Just in case, I went to the Palm Heart Clan. All the buildings were empty, and all the family members who were there had left somewhere. The rumor was true."

"Is that really so?"

It was a shame to rejoice at someone else's misfortune, but Jeong I-chu was greatly relieved.

"What a coincidence."

"It's a fortunate thing,"

Im Mu-yeol spoke Jeong I-chu's inner thoughts. Jeong I-chu couldn't express it, but he was actually very happy.

"Please find out more details. It's never bad to be careful."

"Understood."

After Im Mu-yeol left, Hwa Ryeon, Seo Baek, Ahn-ssi, and Suryeon entered the room. Seeing their happy faces, it seemed Im Mu-yeol had told them the news as well. Hwa Ryeon's injuries had improved a lot, and she could now move comfortably.

Ahn-ssi said, greatly pleased, "Honey, that's really a relief."

Jeong I-chu simply smiled and nodded.

"They received divine punishment."

Even the good-natured Ahn-ssi nodded lightly at Seo Baek's words.

Not just one or two people had lost their lives in their surprise attack. Fortunately, with the help of the Cheonghae Chilgaek (Seven Guests of Qinghai), the bodies were recovered, but how could they compensate for the grief of their families?

Hwa Ryeon said cautiously, "Still, we should stay here for a while and see how things go until things are certain."

"That's right. But aren't we causing too much trouble for Young Master Jeok?"

"We've already caused trouble anyway. He won't treat us badly just because we stay a little longer."

Then Seo Baek, who was standing next to her, grinned.

"See, I told you he was a good person."

From the beginning, Seo Baek had been favorable to Jeok Leegeon. Jeok Leegeon's silly and bland side was just like his own.

Usually, when people see someone similar to themselves, they show two opposite reactions. Either they like them very much or they hate them very much. Fortunately, Seo Baek's case was the former.

"I really didn't know Young Master Jeok's martial arts were so great."

Hwa Ryeon, on the contrary, looked worried. Jeong I-chu understood Hwa Ryeon's worries. It was probably a concern that they would get entangled in more complicated Martial World Affairs.

Jeong I-chu said calmly, "If it weren't for him, we wouldn't be here. He saved our lives. We must be especially careful in how we treat him in the future."

"Of course."

Then Suryeon said with a smile, "I'm sure Brother Leegeon wouldn't want that."

"That doesn't mean you can treat him carelessly."

Hwa Ryeon said sternly and then added again, "But how did Young Master Jeok build such a great manor?"

If they were surprised by this much, they might faint if they saw the buildings being built behind the secret wall.

"The more I see it, the more curious I become about his Inner Force."

Everyone agreed with Hwa Ryeon's words.

"But where is Jeong Charyeon?"

At Jeong I-chu's question, Hwa Ryeon tilted her head.

"Wasn't she here? I thought she was with Father."

Then Hyang Yi, who was standing behind, said, "Ah! The young lady went to cheer him on."

Everyone's eyes focused on Hyang Yi.

"Cheer on what?"

Then came the answer that shocked the whole family.

"Young Master Jeok is participating in the Heavenly Dragon Battle."

"What!"