Reincarnation Sword God

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00477 Dark Heaven Village ————————————————————————=

I decided to discuss the current situation with Mangnyang. With his arms crossed, he said, “He’s probably in the Ayutthaya Kingdom by now. However, there’s also a considerable chance he could be returning to the Central Plains, so to summon Dongbang Mujeol, we definitely need one person’s assistance.”

“Master of the White Lotus Sect.”

“Yes. If it’s a command from the Master of the White Lotus Sect, Dongbang Mujeol will undoubtedly assist us without question.”

“……”

But that’s really a tough task. Mobilizing the Master of the White Lotus Sect would be a significant matter, and the mental energy expended, along with the various treasures and negotiation risks, I had realized all too well by now. As my expression stiffened, Mangnyang said, “Let’s consider this a last resort. For now, let’s move. If we meet Dongbang Mujeol, I’ll let you know a strategy to bring him back.”

“Understood.”

Pa-at

I headed for the Ayutthaya Kingdom. While using Stealth Technique to hide my presence and wandering through the palace, I sensed a powerful aura.

‘Three strong energies… it must be Dongbang Mujeol and Baek Won-sangma.’

I found them right away. How lucky.

Just as I was about to approach and persuade Dongbang Mujeol, the space I was in suddenly transformed into a bizarre room filled with strange mechanical devices.

Kiri-kiri

Is this an illusion technique?

As I focused to escape this space, someone emerged from behind a clicking rod on the other side of the mechanical devices. When I confirmed his appearance, I frowned. He was a handsome foreign youth with brown hair and blue eyes.

“From your appearance, you seem like a Ming Dynasty person; do you understand my words?”

He spoke to me in fluent Ming language. Knowing his identity, I didn’t have much doubt about his fluency in our language. Nodding, he introduced himself.

“I am Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim. Do you understand?”

I knew that name was one used by the Westerners from the Duchy of Prussia in the Holy Roman Empire. The last time I had summoned Johannes Lichtenauer’s soul with the Heavenly Secret Technique, I had indirectly absorbed his linguistic knowledge and vocabulary. So, having moved beyond my previous confusion when hearing a foreign language, I replied bluntly.

“Can I just call you Paracelsus?”

I could understand everything he said, and since he was boasting with a somewhat haughty attitude, I felt slightly irritated.

“……!!”

Paracelsus looked taken aback. He was someone I had encountered in my past life and was also related to the Otherworldly Race as a Demon Sorcerer. Currently, he was assisting the Black Prince Naresuen of Ayutthaya in efforts to strengthen the nation and promote its development.

Clearing his throat, he said, “As I thought, you are a very unique being. It’s not typical for a mere human to hold the essence of the divine.”

It seemed he recognized that I was an apostle of Jeon Wook. With a cold expression, I drew my sword and said, “Do not hinder me. If you block me, I will cut you down.”

Using my strength, it would be effortless to break through this barrier.

Then Paracelsus waved his hand with a smile.

“Block? That won’t be necessary. Your objective is that trio from the East anyway, right? You can treat them however you like; I won’t interfere.”

“……”

“The barrier will be dissolved soon. But first, please hear my proposal.”

“A proposal?”

“I perceive that you possess a remarkably outstanding power.”

Paracelsus, examining me with strange eyes, continued, “Would you like to join me in obtaining the divine heritage? I’m confident we can achieve it with your help.”

“……”

“Though guarded by the Zhuyong Tribe, if we can bypass their interference and gain the power of the Titans, we could dominate the world.”

Divine heritage?

I spoke with strong caution. “I don’t know what this divine heritage is, but I have no time to be sidetracked right now. This is the last warning, so listen well.”

Boom

Energy surged around my sword, and I began to draw in the Thunderclap Breath. As the immense internal power coursed out of me, the area within three lengths filled with Thunder Power. I glared with lightning in my eyes and growled.

“If you don’t step aside, I will cut you down!”

Paracelsus seemed to think my words were mere bravado and replied smoothly, “Heh, you think you can break my barrier with that blade…”

Pwak!

With those words, Paracelsus’s head was severed from his body. His neck remained smiling as it shot up towards the sky, and I swiftly returned to my original drawing stance.

“Not bad, huh?”

It was just a single draw of the sword, but he had died in one strike due to overestimating his barrier. The distance between us was more than ten paces, but my attack range could easily reach twenty paces in an instant.

Pachin

As Paracelsus fell, the bizarre space immediately vanished and I returned to reality. I spoke coldly.

“Are you alive?”

Hearing no response, I persisted, “I know you’re alive. If you show up again or interfere, I will destroy your true self, Paracelsus.”

With a rustling sound, something small flew through the air. I saw the body of the decapitated Paracelsus transform into a gray substance that poured onto the ground like sand. Just as I expected, he hadn’t displayed his real self but had sent a clone instead. As I had heard from Zhuge Sa, a Demon Sorcerer’s methods were equally cunning.

‘ Normally, I would extract information while listening to his goals, but there’s no time for that.’

Mangnyang’s techniques could not indefinitely halt Zhuge Sa’s time. If I detoured and wasted time, Zhuge Sa would ultimately die or be incapacitated without doing anything. It was best to swiftly cut down anyone like a Demon Sorcerer who tried to exploit me. By disposing of this clone and exerting my dominance, he likely wouldn’t interfere with me for a while.

I proceeded directly to where Dongbang Mujeol and his party were located. I spoke to Dongbang Mujeol.

“Celestial Doctor Dongbang Mujeol. I am Baek Woong. There’s a patient who must be saved, so please come with me.”

“A Central Plains person, huh? Have you become a Half-Transition Master?”

Dongbang Mujeol frowned and jerked his head.

“I don’t know how you found me, but there’s nothing to discuss. Get out immediately.”

“I can give you three things in exchange for this request.”

Dongbang Mujeol glanced at me. I showed him the Inner Dan of the Human Face Pillar guarded by the Zhuyong Tribe and said, “This is the Inner Dan of the Human Face Pillar. If you help me, I’ll give this to you first.”

“Hmm…”

“Secondly, the patient that needs treatment right now is a critical case, as acknowledged by the remaining four of the Five Great Physicians. If you cure him, it will reaffirm your position as the best physician in the world.”

After hearing the second offer, Dongbang Mujeol’s expression greatly wavered. He feigned disinterest, lifting his eyes slightly as he spoke.

“What’s the third?”

“That is…”

I pretended to be concerned about Baek Won-sangma and then sent him a secret transmission.

[I know the essence of the Su Shin martial arts and the secrets of the Heavenly Spirit Pill. If you assist me, I will definitely reveal that.]

“……!!”

Dongbang Mujeol was astonished. Then he said, “I can’t believe it! Where’s the evidence that what you say is true?”

“You don’t have to believe it. But first, the Inner Dan of the Human Face Pillar is unequivocally the truth. Regardless, it’s a benefit for you, isn’t it?”

“Cough… You are far too random to be trusted.”

“Fine. Then how about this?”

Swish

I pointed my sword at Dongbang Mujeol, releasing a chilling killing intent while unleashing the Absolute Slash technique.

[You can either accept the three offerings or get beaten up and dragged away!]

“You bastard! Do you think you’re a Dharma Guardian? Let’s see what you’ve got!”

Dongbang Mujeol immediately began a joint attack with Baek Won-sangma, who was next to him. Under normal circumstances, I would want to avoid a confrontation with three Peak Masters, but there was a reason for my stubborn display of strength this time.

With the Immovable Diamond granted to me as an apostle of Jeon Wook!

I believed I could safely subdue Dongbang Mujeol without injury. Moments later, our powers collided, causing a flash of light as I unleashed the Thunderclap.

Gogogog

‘ National Seal liberation! Fire Element, gather your strength!’

Suddenly, the power I was exuding became ten times stronger, and a look of bewilderment spread across Dongbang Mujeol’s face.

“Aah…”

“Yah!”

With a loud bang, the two charging Baek Won-sangma were knocked out by the massive energy. I had only released the tension as a cautionary measure, but it proved far too much for them to handle. I then prepared to suppress Dongbang Mujeol’s blood, intending to unfold the Absolute Slash technique. Dongbang Mujeol gritted his teeth.

“Do you only know how to take hits?”

Perbung

“Gah!”

As I took three solid hits from Dongbang Mujeol’s powerful strikes, I felt my internal organs twisting painfully. I was at a loss from this unexpected situation.

‘ What?! Wasn’t it supposed to be Immovable Diamond? Why…’

Having only sustained superficial wounds from the Master of Shadowless Sword’s slash, I thought I would endure without issue against Dongbang Mujeol’s attack. However, I ended up getting fully slammed with his power, and this wasn’t the level of Immovable Diamond I had expected.

“Gulp! Gulp!”

Dazed, I stood there vomiting blood, while Dongbang Mujeol, having landed a significant hit, appeared shocked. In trembling tones, he spoke.

“To remain standing after taking my twelve constellations palm infused with power… You… are human?”

Huh? Contrary to my expectations that he would be revitalized and furious, he seemed to have suffered a mental shock. Coughing up blood, I said,

“Gulp! If I go all out… Gulp! You’ve already…”

I couldn’t speak properly. It truly felt like my insides were about to burst from receiving his full onslaught. Although I was spitting blood, I retained my combat strength. I was confident I could defeat Dongbang Mujeol within ten seconds while swinging the liberated Fire Element. Dongbang Mujeol, looking at me, seemed to make a resolution.

“If I surrender and follow your proposal, will you truly fulfill the three offerings?”

“Of course, gulp, gulp!”

“I concede. Who is this healer you mentioned?”

“……”

Though I was certain I had won and would continue to win, why did I feel a sense of loss? I began to doubt the capabilities of the Immovable Diamond I possessed. Rather than having the ability to absorb or reflect attacks, it felt more like a power just to keep me alive. Did Jeon Wook truly expect something like this would be the ability of an [Apostle]?

Despite my doubts, I nonetheless took Dongbang Mujeol to Jangryeong Valley. Upon arriving, Dongbang Mujeol looked at the remaining Five Great Physicians with an arrogant smile and said,

“Haha! Since you all can’t get it done, I’ve come to finish the job.”

“Stop bragging and sit down. How can there be any shame in saving a patient?”

“Hum…”

Soon, Dongbang Mujeol listened to Hwa Seong-myeong’s explanation and began his own pulse diagnosis. I had only ever seen him acting like a brute relying solely on his martial arts, so this was the first time I observed him casting medical techniques, and I focused intently on his every move. If he were to mess up and cause Zhuge Sa to die, I would never forgive him.

After a while, Dongbang Mujeol said, “Indeed, as Hwa Seong-myeong said. There is no conventional surgical method that can avoid any aftereffects. However, if this genius’ method is applied, complete recovery without any aftereffects is possible.”

“Is that so?”

“How will you do it?”

Dongbang Mujeol began using medical terms that only physicians could comprehend while explaining to the other four Great Physicians about the method he would employ. Hwa Seong-myeong and Gang Jeon-gil wore expressions of astonishment while pretending to remain cautious, while Yeok Wang displayed indifference and Sangwan Hyuk kept a cold expression.

“Yeok Wang. The Demon Waste Potion should be ready, right?”

“Indeed.”

“Then let’s proceed straight into surgery.”

Under Dongbang Mujeol’s guidance, the Five Great Physicians of the World commenced the grand operation to save Zhuge Sa. The extensive operation lasted for three entire moments and continued without any rest. I was required to roam around gathering everything they needed as the world’s top physicians.

Once the surgery concluded, Zhuge Sa lay there with a somewhat pale complexion. Dongbang Mujeol wiped his blood-soaked hands on his clothes and said, “Blood loss will mean he takes some time to awaken. However, he’s been completely healed.”

“Thank you, all Five Great Physicians of the World.”

I deeply bowed to the fatigued physicians. Some accepted my gratitude, albeit awkwardly. Then the stoic Sangwan Hyuk sent me a secret transmission.

[Just to let you know, the Soul Exchange Technique I had cast on you has mostly worn off. It was because Zhuge Sa was half-dead, with his soul teetering at the boundary with the Underworld.]

Startled by Sangwan Hyuk’s sudden message, I replied,

[I see.]

I sent the Five Great Physicians back to their bases one by one, leaving only Dongbang Mujeol. As I had promised him the reward, I proceeded to explain the Su Shin martial arts and the Four Great Families, as well as the Heavenly Spirit Pill’s restrictions and the Primordial Spirit as thoroughly as I could.

“……!!”

“Anyway, because of this, even if you obtain the Heavenly Spirit Pill, you will ultimately suffer until death. Moreover, if you learn the martial arts of the Su Shin Sect, there is a high chance of experiencing mutation into an Otherworldly Race body.”

“I cannot believe it.”

I replied bluntly, “Did you think I’d say what you wanted to hear? If it were so, I could have easily come up with sweet words, but if you wish to become a disciple of the Su Shin Sect, you’d best heed my advice.”

“Ugh…”

Dongbang Mujeol pressed his forehead and bore a look of deep contemplation. I hammered home my last point. “And I hope you don’t divulge what I’ve told you today. If harm comes to me, I will conclude you have leaked my secrets and will be sure to kill you. Even if you’re under the protection of the Master of the White Lotus Sect, I’d still consider killing you.”

“… I understand.”

I finished the series of exchanges and sent Dongbang Mujeol back before exhaling a sigh. It was fortunate that Zhuge Sa had revealed the pivotal secret of the Demon Book, but I was utterly exhausted from reviving him. While I was sitting down to take a break, Mangnyang said,

“Baek Woong. There’s something we must do before Zhuge Sa awakens.”

“What must we do?”

“Let’s go meet Deung Gwak together.”

Mangnyang elaborated, “We need to hear directly about the thoughts harbored by the leader of the mysterious force, the Scholar, and what kind of world he intends to create in the future. Understanding his inclinations will greatly aid you, Baek Woong, in laying out your plans ahead.”

Pa-at

I set off with Mangnyang to meet Deung Gwak. We sought to visit the grand mansion where Deung Gwak resided, but unexpectedly encountered an individual right in front of it.

“Are you the one called the Incarnation of the Dragon?”

Kuwung

A man who had appeared alone, blocking the entrance to Deung Gwak’s mansion, stared at me with intense eyes. I had no idea why he had suddenly shown up, so I just stared back at him. He continued,

“You seem to possess the ability to enter and exit Luoyang freely, so I decided to wait here for you, as I suspected you would want to see Deung Gwak.”

“I don’t know you; what do you need?”

That was a lie. I fully recognized the inspector before me. Mangnyang did too.

Feigning ignorance, I watched as the man introduced himself.

“Pleased to meet you for the first time. I am Yong Junil of the Wind Spirit Sect. I’ve come to see what kind of person this ‘Incarnation of the Dragon’ truly is.”

Yong Junil of the Wind Spirit Sect!

He was the son of the Dharma Guardian Yong Bi-cheon and also the leader of the Huashan Sect. I continued to feign ignorance.

“I’ve never claimed to be with you. I need to see Deung Gwak, so please step aside.”

“Of course, I won’t move.”

Yong Junil’s sword was slowly drawn.

As his sword aimed at me, I sensed a chilling wave of intent focusing like needles on my brow. The intensely compressed killing intent felt unpleasant, as though it were slicing away at my skin inch by inch.

“Incarnation of the Dragon, indulge me for just ten seconds.”