Chapter 81: Daoist Yin-Yang Manual (32)
Translator: RaidenTL
Chapter 81: Daoist Yin-Yang Manual (32)
The morning sun cast a gentle light over the training ground. The clear chirping of birds filled the silence between us.
Jin Myeong-woo’s eyes were still wary, but there was no hostility in his posture. Instead, his face was a complex mask of mixed emotions.
"First, I want to apologize to you."
I was the one to break the silence. Jin Myeong-woo’s eyes wavered in confusion. To be honest, my personality made me want to do anything but apologize to a guy like this. But to lay the groundwork for fucking the Sword Empress, I had to endure this little act.
"B-Brother…?"
"Looking back, I was wrong about what happened with Seol-hee. I apologize."
I said, bowing my head slightly. Jin Myeong-woo’s expression clouded with bewilderment and confusion. Faced with such an unexpected situation, he didn’t know what to do.
"Why… why are you suddenly saying this?"
His voice trembled, his eyes still full of suspicion.
"After our father passed away, the family all but collapsed. It made me realize that in the end, family is all you can rely on. Even if we have different mothers, aren’t we both sons of the Jin Family?"
My words made his gaze flicker. He seemed to be recalling our father’s death and the fall of the Jin family.
"Can you forgive me?"
Jin Myeong-woo remained silent. His fists trembled.
It was obvious he was struggling to control his emotions. Suppressed anger and confusion swirled in his eyes. The wound from having Seol-hee taken from him wouldn’t heal easily. No matter how much I apologized, the deep sense of betrayal in his heart wouldn’t be erased so simply.
Only the chirping of birds filled the silence between us. The morning sun grew brighter, bathing the training ground in its light.
Jin Myeong-woo finally spoke, his voice low and cautious.
"I… forgive you. And thinking back, I later realized that Seol-hee and I were never really anything to each other. It wasn’t your fault, Brother."
There was no longer any hostility in his voice. Instead, it held a certain calmness, as if he were reflecting on himself.
"Still, thank you for accepting my apology."
The tension left Jin Myeong-woo’s fists. The strain on his face gradually faded.
"Brother, what are your plans for the future?"
"I’m thinking of leaving the Jin family."
"What will happen to the clan?"
"I plan to settle everything. I’ll properly compensate the remaining vassals and warriors and send them on their way."
"I see…"
"You don’t seem very concerned."
"I am. It’s just… I never had any intention of inheriting the Jin family in the first place."
Jin Myeong-woo’s voice was calm. I found his words surprising.
"What do you plan to do?"
"I’m thinking of traveling the Central Plains with my mother, my sister, and my master. I want to participate in the Dragon-Phoenix Gathering next year."
I smiled to myself. The innocence of this guy, still unaware that both his mother and sister had become my women, was amusing.
I can use this to naturally join Jin Myeong-woo’s group.
Without revealing anything, I said to him, "Then I suppose we’ll meet again at the Dragon-Phoenix Gathering."
I replied lightly. In the original story, the Dragon-Phoenix Gathering was an important stage where the protagonist began to make a name for himself. It was also where he met many of the heroines.
"This is a gift from me."
I took out a pouch full of gold coins and handed it to him. Jin Myeong-woo’s eyes widened.
"Brother…!"
"You’ll need it."
He looked at me with a moved expression.
The way this bastard is looking at me makes me want to plant my fist in his face.
That was my true feeling, hidden behind this fake reconciliation. But for my future plans, this kind of acting was necessary.
"Well then, I’ll be on my way."
Jin Myeong-woo bowed his head deeply. I turned and left the training ground.
Just outside, the Sword Empress Seo Ryeo-hwa was waiting.
"Sword Empress."
She smiled as I called out to her.
"Young Master Jin, thank you. My disciple was carrying a heavy heart, but thanks to you, he seems much lighter."
Her sky-blue hair shimmered in the morning sun. Her perfect figure was subtly outlined beneath her daoist robe.
"I only did what a brother should."
"You have a deeper heart than I thought, Young Master Jin."
Her clear eyes were fixed on me. She looked as noble as a figure in an ink wash painting.
I want to get a taste of Seo Ryeo-hwa’s pussy as soon as possible.
Maintaining a calm expression, I said, "Then I shall take my leave."
Seo Ryeo-hwa nodded slightly and gave me a smile.
*
As I headed to Jang Seo-young’s quarters, I organized my plans. Since Jin Myeong-woo said he would take Jang Seo-young and Jin So-hee with him, I could naturally join their party.
When I arrived, the three women were having breakfast.
"Gaga. You’re here?"
Jang Seo-young was the first to spot me, smiling gently. Seol-hee was clearing the table, while Jin So-hee sat quietly beside Jang Seo-young.
"I have something to tell you."
As I spoke, all three women turned their gazes to me.
"I just met with Myeong-woo."
Jang Seo-young nodded, waiting for me to continue.
"He said he plans to travel the Central Plains with his master to train. And he’s going to participate in next year’s Dragon-Phoenix Gathering."
"I see…"
Jang Seo-young nodded. Jin So-hee also showed interest in the news about her brother.
"And… he said he wants to take you and So-hee with him."
At these words, the mother and daughter’s expressions shifted subtly. Having already become my women, they had no reason to go with Jin Myeong-woo.
"Since it’s come to this, I think it would be good if Seol-hee and I joined you all."
Jang Seo-young’s eyes sparkled. She seemed to have caught on to my intentions.
"We have time until the Dragon-Phoenix Gathering, so we can tour the Central Plains."
"I will follow your wishes, Gaga," Jang Seo-young replied, a hint of anticipation in her eyes.
"But, Brother. You and Myeong-woo don’t get along very well, do you?" Jin So-hee asked with a worried expression.
"We just reconciled."
Her expression relaxed slightly at my answer.
"Mother, So-hee, please convince Myeong-woo. So that I can travel with Seol-hee."
Jang Seo-young smiled gently and nodded.
"Don’t worry about that. I’ll talk to Myeong-woo."
"Yes, you don’t have to worry," Jin So-hee added in a confident voice.
"Young Master, when are you thinking of departing?" Seol-hee asked.
"First, I’ll wrap things up with the Jin family, then set a date with Myeong-woo. In the meantime, Seol-hee, you should practice the Green Swallow Heart Method. I’ll help you personally."
Seol-hee’s eyes lit up. Joy washed over her face at my words.
"Really? You’re going to teach me yourself, Young Master?"
"Yes. The Central Plains is a dangerous place. I need to make sure you can protect yourself."
"I’ll help too, Seol-hee," Jin So-hee said. She had once pointed a sword at Seol-hee’s throat, threatening to kill her, but after sharing their bodies a few times, her feelings toward Seol-hee had gradually changed.
Especially after seeing Seol-hee’s kind heart and how she diligently tended to Jang Seo-young’s wounds, Jin So-hee had completely let down her guard. Just like that, the two had rapidly grown close.
"Sister So-hee…"
Seol-hee called out to Jin So-hee with a look of deep gratitude, a bright smile on her face.
Jin So-hee returned a gentle smile. The cold, sharp look in her eyes was now tinged with warmth.
"Sister So-hee… thank you so much."
Seol-hee smiled shyly and took Jin So-hee’s hand. Jin So-hee seemed momentarily flustered by the touch but quickly smiled.
"You… Will you stop calling me sister now? We’re like friends."
Seol-hee beamed at Jin So-hee’s gentle tone.
"But you’re still my elder sister."
Jang Seo-young watched them with a warm smile.
"Seol-hee, now that you’ve finished breakfast, shouldn’t you prepare for the training Gaga mentioned?"
At Jang Seo-young’s words, Seol-hee nodded and pushed in her chair.
"Yes, Mother. Since the Young Master is teaching me, I’ll work really hard!"
As Seol-hee answered cheerfully, I looked at her and smiled slightly.
"Then let’s start today by figuring out what kind of training suits you. Are you ready?"
Seol-hee nodded and clenched her fists.
"Yes! I’ll trust you completely, Young Master."
Jin So-hee let out a small laugh watching them.
"I’ll help you from the side, Seol-hee."
Watching the two of them getting along, I turned to Jang Seo-young.
"Mother, please prepare for your talk with Jin Myeong-woo. We need to make him agree to us coming along."
Jang Seo-young nodded at my words.
"Don’t worry. I’ll speak with Myeong-woo myself."
Jin So-hee added confidently, "I’ll help Mother. I’m sure I can convince Myeong-woo."
"Good. Then I’ll take Seol-hee to the training ground."
Seol-hee followed behind me, her eyes sparkling.
"Young Master, what kind of training will we start with?"
I thought for a moment before answering.
"Let’s start by finding out what kind of training is right for you."
Seol-hee listened and nodded.
"Okay. I feel like I can learn anything well if you’re the one teaching me!"
She smiled brightly and stood behind me.
"Alright. Let’s go to the training ground."
As I walked with Seol-hee, I began to formulate a plan in my head on how to teach her.