Merchant

I hesitated before taking it. “Am I truly allowed to receive this? It feels far too generous.” “Haha, humble to the very end. Please, take it. You are more than worthy of this plaque.” Unable to refuse his insistent offer, I accepted the plaque with both hands. “Thank you. I hope to maintain a strong…

The Golden Burning Poison Fruit. It begins with abdominal pain accompanied by diarrhea, but the agony intensifies as if fire is searing through your veins, ultimately leading to death. For this reason, it’s often employed as a poison for assassination. “N-no way! How could this happen!” “Uaaack!” Faced with this absurd turn of events, the…

At that very moment, Blood Cultists who had lived in disguise as ordinary villagers in Yeongcheon Village began moving toward the Wudang Sect. Today was the promised day. “Today, the Blood Cult’s history begins anew.” At their leader’s words, they struck their chests with their right fists and shouted in unison. “Blood Cult Under Heaven!…

The villagers welcomed the Wudang Sect disciples with warm hospitality—a testament to the sect’s standing among the surrounding communities. While resting, I felt something stirring in my sleeve. Reaching inside, I discovered Geumryeong had somehow made its way there. ‘This little creature really gets everywhere.’ The small creature tapped insistently against my hand, clearly trying…

I turned to Palgap with admiration. “You startled me there!” I wasn’t just being polite—I genuinely hadn’t noticed until the last second. Being around Palgap every day gave me the advantage of knowing his mannerisms, but anyone else would never have caught on. “It just seemed to me that you wanted to extend our stay…

At my question, the being who called himself the Great Emperor Zhenwu seemed momentarily taken aback before erupting into rich, booming laughter. “Alright, what do you want?” “What can you give me…” . . . “…” My eyes snapped open. I sat up, tilting my head in confusion. ‘What was that just now? A dream?…

I organized my thoughts and immediately began drafting a document. It was a travel request form to visit the Wudang Sect. The purpose of the trip… to donate to the Wudang Sect and request the merchant group’s protection. After writing the document in one fluid motion, I stood up with a grin. When I entered…

At Palgap’s reaction, I asked again. “You can’t see this?” But Palgap only stared at me like I’d lost my mind. “Then this inkstone—what color is it?” I pointed at the inkstone that had transformed into a milky white, and Palgap answered without hesitation. “It’s black, sir.” “…” “I think I’d better call a physician.”…

When Heo Un—no, Clerk Heo Un—was officially assigned to the Trade Pavilion with Pavilion Lord Yeon’s permission, I had engaged him in casual conversation. “Clerk Heo, what would you say is your greatest strength? Something you believe you have a natural talent for?” “Hmm… If I had to choose just one thing, it would be…

I approached my Master with careful steps, gathering my courage. “Master, there’s something I need to tell you.” “What is it?” “While I was in Luoyang, I stopped by an old bookstore. I managed to acquire a particular book there—the owner claimed it was a secret manual.” I pulled the manual from my pouch and…