Childhood Friend of the Zenith – 503 (Part 2)



503 (Part 2)

I asked the question without hesitation.

It wasn’t to gain loyalty or to boost motivation.

Such trivialities were unnecessary.

This was merely for confirmation.

“You want that too don’t you? Am I wrong?”

“… I… I…”

At my question Nahyi’s eyes continued to tremble.

It felt as if an earthquake had struck.

As I quietly looked into her eyes the trembling Nahyi finally spoke.

“I can do… anything.”

“Anything?”

“Yes….”

Hearing that answer I nodded.

“That’s good. Then let me ask you for one thing.”

“…”

Once again there was no refusal.

It wasn’t a particularly difficult request.

It was merely to resolve the question that arose when I recalled the Tang Clan from my past life.

The story I had thought of earlier.

Leaving aside the fact that Tang Deok had become a demonic practitioner in his past life considering that he had preserved his life.

I had to think about the possibility that not only Nahyi but also those involved in this matter had failed.

If that were the case naturally one hypothesis would arise.

‘The rotten roots might be aware of those who are trying to cut off their sprouts from the very beginning.’

The thought that Nahyi and others might know that something was being attempted.

Whether they would realize it later.

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Or whether they already knew from now on was uncertain.

If.

If they were to say they knew something from now on.

That would be a troubling aspect.

‘Was it called a paralysis poison?’

The paralysis poison that they had prepared on that side.

Nahyi said it was prepared for me and due to the golden seal placed on her she couldn’t utter lies.

But then.

‘What if they know the truth differently from the outset?’

That would create a problem. I had heard it that way but.

If it were actually different then it would be completely useless.

‘… Then.’

If such a situation were to arise.

‘Who are they planning to use it on if not me?’

I pondered this and my eyes sparkled.

There was a part I had anticipated.

If it were as I expected that would also become a frustrating issue.

‘It should be fine.’

Despite the unease my demeanor was somewhat relaxed.

The reason was simple.

‘I have prepared for it.’

No matter what happens I had made preparations to resolve it.

What I needed to do now was just to confirm.

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On the outskirts of the Tang Clan in a large residence close to the mountains.

This place was used by the bloodline of the Tang Clan and among them it was where the Poison King’s precious offspring resided.

One might wonder why the bloodline which the Clan Head cherished so much was staying in such an outskirts especially near the mountains.

This was something she had requested directly from the Clan Head.

Grrr.

A large wolf was purring contentedly in the yard.

It was a massive mountain wolf with black fur.

A demonic beast that had appeared and one of the few remaining wolves native to Sichuan.

It was a beloved pet of Tang Clan’s bloodline Tang So-yeol.

“Are you feeling good?”

Hearing the wolf’s growl Tang So-yeol smiled.

It seemed the long-awaited grooming felt good.

“I’m sorry. I should have done this more often.”

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Grrr….

“You understand? Thank you.”

At Tang So-yeol’s words the wolf moved its body and performed tricks.

The large wolf acting cute was amusing yet endearing.

At least that was how it appeared to Tang So-yeol.

As she stroked the wolf’s exposed belly Tang So-yeol thought.

‘It would be nice if Young Master approached me like this.’

She sighed recalling a young man who resembled a fierce wolf.

This was a sigh filled with frustration.

The cause was not the young man but herself.

‘… No if he approaches I won’t be able to do anything anyway.’

It was a kind of complaint.

Tang So-yeol had realized that problems had arisen since the last time she was held in Gu Yang-cheon’s arms.

When she heard the sound of his massive heart.

She had thought he was small in stature but realized his chest was much broader than expected.

Since then she had lost her sanity.

She could no longer meet Gu Yang-cheon’s eyes properly let alone engage in conversation.

‘… Why is this happening?’

Had she finally realized her feelings? That couldn’t be it.

She had recognized her feelings of affection long ago.

So what was the problem?

‘… This isn’t the time for this…!’

With a heart so startled it wasn’t the time to be distant; Tang So-yeol had to feel the frustration of her situation.

Her fiancé Namgung Bia seemed to know his position and was firmly established.

We Seol-ah appeared to do nothing yet she was asserting her territory beside him.

Moreover Mo Yong-hee-ah despite arriving last had outstanding abilities and naturally found her place.

‘… What about me?’

Tang So-yeol had to realize that she was isolated in this situation.

‘What should I do…?’

She wasn’t as talented as Namgung Bia or We Seol-ah. She knew she was pretty but she wasn’t absurdly beautiful like the two of them.

Also she wasn’t as adept at handling people or exceptionally intelligent like Mo Yong-hee-ah.

She had recently come to firmly realize that she was lacking in so many ways.

The only thing she could lean on was her family background.

Namgung Bia was of the Namgung Clan and Mo Yong-hee-ah was of the Moyong Clan.

Even We Seol-ah was said to be the granddaughter and successor of the Sword Lord.

Even the background that was not inferior to others felt subtly lacking.

‘….’

There was no answer. Truly there was no answer.

At this rate being next to Gu Mister would gradually become burdensome.

‘… What should I do? What should I really do?’

Could she stay by his side without any abilities?

Perhaps Gu Yang-cheon might say it was fine but that was something Tang So-yeol did not wish for.

She couldn’t be incompetent.

Gu Yang-cheon was outstanding far too outstanding. Having an incompetent self beside him was a problem.

To be beside him she had to achieve something.

Tang So-yeol recalled what Mo Yong-hee-ah used to say to her every day.

– You must be someone who is not ashamed to be by his side.

When Gu Yang-cheon was absent Mo Yong-hee-ah would always be looking at some unknown thick book.

Namgung Bia and We Seol-ah wielded their swords every day.

So what was Tang So-yeol doing in the meantime?

Suddenly.

The grooming of the wolf came to a halt. And Tang So-yeol examined her palm.

She saw the rough cracked skin and the hardened calluses.

It was like evidence that Tang So-yeol was always making an effort.

‘But there are no results.’

Despite her efforts the results were lacking.

Her martial arts hadn’t improved. The only thing that was growing was her hair.

She carefully touched her beautifully grown hair which she had taken care of diligently.

‘…’

All the women beside Gu Yang-cheon had long hair so Tang So-yeol was also in the process of growing hers which had been short.

Yet within that the strange sense of self-loathing tormented Tang So-yeol.

‘If this continues… I’ll just be a copycat.’

She always tried hard to improve.

But it was exhausting to keep up with those flying ahead.

“Hah.”

A sigh escaped her lips.

Having come all the way to Sichuan with Gu Yang-cheon Tang So-yeol had to keep exhaling without making any significant progress.

What was she really supposed to do? While she was pondering this.

“Hello are you there?”

A voice came from outside the residence. When Tang So-yeol looked up a familiar face appeared.

She hurriedly got up.

“Oh… Elder.”

“I’m sorry for coming suddenly.”

“It’s alright….”

The elder was a member of the Tang Clan.

She was one of the people who had cherished Tang So-yeol like a granddaughter since she was young.

Tang So-yeol forced a smile as she looked at her.

“What brings you here?”

“It’s nothing special…. I just wanted to see your face for a moment.”

“Oh then I can have someone prepare some tea….”

“Oh.”

At Tang So-yeol’s words the elder’s expression brightened.

Then she took something out from her robe.

“I thought it would be a bit rude to just see you so I brought a nice tea as a gift. How fortunate.”

“Oh my…. You didn’t have to.”

“Haha but how could I come empty-handed?”

The elder smiled warmly and was about to hand the tea she held to Tang So-yeol.

Just as Tang So-yeol was about to receive the elder’s gift with her hands.

Thud-!

Clunk-!

The item the elder was holding fell to the ground.

Someone had grabbed the elder’s wrist.

“…!”

The sudden contact made the elder’s eyes widen.

It was a large hand with pressure.

“What…!”

The elder looked surprised and turned to see the man blocking her but he merely stared at her with a cold gaze.

“You…! What are you doing right now?!”

The elder exclaimed angrily but the man remained unresponsive.

At that moment.

“Unauthorized access is prohibited.”

The man Tang Deok spoke to the elder.

Hearing those words the elder’s brows furrowed deeply.