Return of Mount Hua Sect - Chapter 673

The first-class disciples led the disciples with determination in the lead.

They were neither as dignified as the Tang Family, as sharp as the North Sea Ice Clan, nor as carefree as the Namman Yasugung Clan. However, the first-class disciples at the front clearly displayed a steadfastness that was different from the other sects.

It felt like gazing into a boundless deep lake.

Not intimidating, but subtly conveying depth, everyone watching could not help but swallow dry saliva and sigh.

‘I heard Mount Hua’s first-class disciples weren’t that remarkable.’

‘It was all nonsense. After all, how could the ones below achieve a good reputation if the ones on top were not standing properly?’

‘Raising such individuals is an incredibly difficult and remarkable feat! Ah!’

When a person makes a place, the place also makes a person.

Although there are countless sects worldwide, can they be as tumultuous as Mount Hua? The first-class disciples are those who have experienced Mount Hua’s ups and downs in their lives.

The younger disciples made a name for themselves, but no one could deny the existence of these seniors as the foundation.

Behind the few first-class disciples, Mount Hua’s second-class and third-class disciples appeared a little apart behind the few first-class disciples.

“It’s Righteous Sword!”

“That person must be the Righteous sword!”

Everyone nodded in admiration at the dedication of Baek Cheon, who walked along leading the two great disciples and the three great disciples.

“He defeated Jin Geum Ryong of Southern Edge Sect and even Jin Hyun of Wudang!”

“Hey, that’s not all! Didn’t he achieve an overwhelming victory against the first-class disciples in the recent Sparring Match with Wudang?”

“What a stupid thing to say! That’s not the most important thing. If there’s any great achievement of Righteous Sword, it’s defeating the squad leader of Myriad Man House, the enemy of Kangho, Yo-pyong! I don’t know who the strongest disciple is among the younger generation, but none of them have achieved such a feat!” (Red Serpent Sword Squad leader Yo-pyong)

“No! Isn’t it much more important that he played a central role in subjugating Daebyeolchae?”

“…I didn’t realize it exactly, but what that Righteous Sword has done so far is truly enormous.”

The Jungwon people have come to realize anew. How much work has Mount Hua been doing so far.

“Behind him are the Five Swords, right?”

“Mount Hua Five Swords! Yes, it’s Mount Hua Five Swords!”

“If what the people of the North Sea say is true, didn’t they go to North Sea and stop the evil influence of Magyo?”

“They’re so young…”

The crowd marveled as they looked at Yoo Iseol, Yoon Jong, Jo-Gol, and Chung Myung following Baek Cheon.

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that these five represented Mount Hua. They have always been at the heart of Mount Hua, which has gained fame in a short period of time.

Those who knew nothing of Mount Hua might not know, but those who knew couldn’t help but know the Five Swords.

The second and third-class disciples lined up and followed the five impressive individuals.

“These are Mount Hua….”

Most of those who climbed this sheer mountain did not mind running a long way just to see this spectacle.

To put it bluntly, Mount Hua is still not a sect that can be called one of the dominating sects in the world. However, people can’t remove this sect from their minds precisely because of the Five Swords of Mount Hua.

If there comes a time when they grow up and lead Mount Hua, who in the world would dare ignore them? The people gathered here wanted to see not the present Mount Hua, but the future Mount Hua.

And now, right before their eyes was the future of Mount Hua.

The slightly awestruck onlookers busily moved their gazes around.

“Then who’s Mount Hua Divine Dragon?”

“It must be one of the Five Swords!”

Mount Hua Five Swords’ reputation is truly great, but the name Mount Hua Divine Dragon was essential in explaining the current Mount Hua.
The world’s best-rising star.

Even that title was now insufficient to describe him.

One of the onlookers, who was scanning the area with wide eyes, suddenly shouted.

“Mount Hua Divine Dragon!”

“Oh, who is it? Who?”

“That slightly smaller person over there!”

“…That person is…”

Chung Myung was walking leisurely at the back of the Five Swords.

At first glance, he did not seem very serious, but the same attitude could be perceived differently depending on whom it came from.

The onlookers would have frowned if someone with less talent and reputation showed such an attitude in this place.

However, Mount Hua Divine Dragon has already proved his skills to the world. Thus, even his casual stride appeared as the composure of a strong person.

“That’s Mount Hua Divine Dragon whose fame is known throughout the world!”

“They say he defeated Wudang Heo Gong…”

“Indeed! He looks extraordinary even at first glance!”

“Mount Hua Divine Dragon! Mount Hua Divine Dragon!”

As the crowd’s voices rang high here and there, Chung Myung looked around and smiled.

“Keuu. There’s a great guy out there. Yes, that is me, Mount Hua Divine Dragon.”

Then, he relaxed his face completely and chuckled, eagerly waving to the crowd.

But at that moment.

Kwadeuk!

Yoo Iseol’s elbow was sharply jabbed into Chung Myung’s side, grinning.

“Ugh…”

Chung Myung’s hand reflexively went to his side.

“….”

Chung Myung turned his head and looked at Yoo Iseol, but she just continued walking with an expressionless face as if nothing had happened.

“No, why did you hit the side of a person……!”

Chung Myung, about to have a seizure, shut up.

Kok. Kokkok.

It wasn’t because he was aware of his surroundings. It was because of the chilling sensation he felt on his back.

Chung Myung, drained of his blood, slowly turned around and saw Tang Soso smiling brightly. The long bamboo needle, which was held invisible to others, slightly poked Chung Myung’s back.

“….”

Having noticed her creepy eyes contrasting with her bright expression, Chung Myung silently closed his mouth and started to walk obediently.

“….”

“….”

The onlookers, who had watched the scene apprehensively, whispered to one another.

“…Is that right?”

“It seems so…”

…Anyway.

As even Mount Hua Divine Dragon appeared, the viewers’ expectations began to penetrate the sky.

Sichuan Tang Family, North Sea Ice Clan, Namman Yasugung Clan, and now the arrival of Mount Hua.

The mere appearance of these four sects made their heart pound and their face burn.

Finally, Mount Hua took the center stage.

The dignitaries of Kangho watching from the seats of honor had to exert great effort to maintain their composure.

“…Amitabha.”

Bop Kye also tried to calm his mind by chanting in a small voice. However, he couldn’t completely erase the subtle anxiety in his eyes as he looked at the four sects.

‘Indeed…’

It felt more real seeing them all together like this.

The clans, each with a strong individuality, seemed difficult to imagine as allies. However, Bop Kye noticed a strange commonality among them.

Sichuan Tang Family is recognized for their mastery of poison and assassination arts, but the world underestimates them.

Namman Yasugung Clan exerted great influence as a ruler of the Southern area of the Outer region, but were thought of as savages and were despised.

The North Sea Ice Clan had built their own world in the far, frozen land, but were too far away from Jungwon.

And…

‘Mount Hua, who once made a name for themselves but had utterly collapsed.’

These clans are not part of the world’s dominating sects and are not on good terms with Jungwon. Yet they had united under the name of Mount Hua.

‘What will become of Kangho now?’

The unpredictable future felt not only uncertain but also bleak.

Eventually, the area quieted down once more. The onlookers’ gazes turned toward the stage. It was clear what would happen next, and their anticipation swelled to the point of bursting.

And four people walked slowly up the stage, as if they would not let go of such expectations.

Hyun Jong of Mount Hua.

Tang Gun-ak of the Sichuan Tang Family.

Maeng So of Namman Yasugung Clan.

Seol So-baek of the North Sea Ice Clan.

As the leaders of the four sects that formed the core of Heavenly Comrade Alliance took the stage, everyone present felt the massive presence and shuddered involuntarily.

The famous leaders of the great sects.

Among them, Tang Gun-ak, who was unrivaled in fame among those gathered, stepped forward without a word.

The crowd swallowed dry saliva at his cold face.

The Poison King, Tang Gun-ak.

He was the one who couldn’t be surpassed by anyone in terms of fame among those present. Therefore, he was the perfect choice to announce the founding of the Heavenly Comrade Alliance.

Tang Gun-ak scanned the crowd and slowly opened his mouth.

“First.”

His low but powerful voice echoed across the peak of Mt. Hua.

“On behalf of Heavenly Comrade Alliance, I would like to express my gratitude to those who have gathered here to celebrate the founding of our alliance and to the esteemed figures of Kangho who have graced our event.”

It was the kind of composed yet powerful voice that only a true expert could produce.

Dang Gunnak’s words caught everyone’s attention at once.

“Mount Hua, Sichuan Tang Family, North Sea Ice Clan, Namman Yasugung Clan. These four sects want to become one under the banner of Heavenly Comrade Alliance and strive for the endless well-being and future of Kangho. This gathering is a place to demonstrate and declare the will of the four sects, who will embark together on the beginning of the Heavenly Comrade Alliance, to the fellow martial artists of Jungwon.”

Tang Gun-ak glanced back.

“The four of us, representing our respective sects, have unanimously chosen Mount Hua Sect Leader Hyun Jong as the leader of the Heavenly Comrade Alliance. From this moment on, Mount Hua Sect Leader Hyun Jong will be the leader and guide Heavenly Comrade Alliance.”

As he spoke, everyone’s gaze turned to Hyun Jong.

Everyone expected and knew implicitly, but the official declaration could not weigh the same. It was when it became crystal clear that Mount Hua was at the center of the massive Heavenly Comrade Alliance.

Receiving everyone’s attention, Hyun Jong took a short breath and stepped forward. Usually, grand congratulatory speeches and praises would precede, but his calm demeanor indicated that such things were unnecessary.

Tang Gun-ak stepped back and Hyun Jong stood in the middle.

“I am Hyun Jong, the Sect Leader from Mount Hua Sect.”

Unlike Tang Gun-ak’s heavy voice, he was gentle. It had an aura of comfort that naturally put the listener at ease.

Hyun Jong bowed deeply with his hands clasped in front of him. As the leader of an alliance, his bow was excessively deep, which surprised the onlookers.

Some instinctively wanted to return the bow, but quickly realized it wasn’t the occasion for that and awkwardly lowered their hands.

It’s different.

‘So that’s Sect Leader Hyun Jong…….’

Some people stand tall and assert their authority.

However, Hyun Jong lowered his posture even more, proving his humility. A man who has risen to the highest position but is never arrogant. It became crystal clear what kind of person the leader of Mount Hua and the head of the Heavenly Comrade Alliance were.

Hyun Jong, who had finished bowing, smiled brightly at everyone.

But before he could even open his mouth to speak,

Kuung!

Someone among those who had been standing in the front stomped their foot powerfully.

Not only those on the stage but also those who had been watching the ceremony and even those who had been standing in line all turned their eyes in that direction.

It was Chung Myung at the end of their gaze.

He straightened up from the foot-stomping posture and bowed with impeccable form.

“I pay my respects to Maengju-nim!”

As soon as his words ended, everyone who had been standing in line bowed sharp as a blade, following Chung Myung.

“We pay our respects to Maengju-nim!”

Hundreds of martial artists shouted simultaneously, and the whole mountain seemed to tremble. Witnessing such an overwhelming presence, goosebumps rose all over the onlookers’ bodies. The trembling onlookers all see Hyun Jong in a new light.

They realized all over again that this friendly-looking elderly martial artist was the leader of this massive alliance.

‘That child….’

Hyun Jong smiled bitterly at Chung Myung.

Chung Myung showed the power of Heavenly Comrade Alliance to the people around him, and at the same time delivered a message to Hyun Jong.

Although humility is good, don’t forget that he represents all these people. It meant to be cautious of lowering Heavenly Comrade Alliance’s status if he humbles himself too much.

‘I understand.’

Hyun Jong’s eyes, who nodded slightly, soon subsided. Soon after, he opened his mouth to speak.