Chapter 215 – Hit in a Bad Place (2)
The surroundings were chaotic, but there was a silver lining. I was able to have an honest conversation with Eun So-young without worrying about the gaze of others.
At least I had to use euphemisms.
“Are you hurt anywhere?”
“I’m okay. Sang-gong protected me.”
Eun So-young smiled brightly as if to reassure me, but her complexion was a little pale, which worried me.
It was clear that she had taken some hits during the fight with that bastard Duryeong.
“Thank you. If it weren’t for Sang-gong, I wonder what would have happened to Hye-a…”
“She’s So-young’s daughter.”
Eun So-young, who was smiling again at my words, suddenly changed her expression. I felt someone approaching from behind me, breaking through the crowd.
Nam Gung-hak came over first, expressing his gratitude to me.
The guys who spread ash on the slope of Nam’s house were creepy, but it was true that I scored some points with Nam Gung-hak thanks to them.
“If I keep this up, I might really be able to get proper recognition from Nam Gung-hak…!”
It seems that Hwang Bo-jun, who was trying to protect Nam Gung-hye and went to her side, was injured by the intruder Duryeong, but fortunately, it wasn’t a life-threatening injury.
The aftermath was a problem for Nam Gung-se and the doctors they mobilized, and there was only one problem left to worry about.
Who are those guys, and why are they hovering around me?
“For now, let’s exclude the cult.”
I could guarantee that at least what these guys did had nothing to do with the intentions of the cult leader.
It was unlikely that the cult, which was busy setting up a logistics system such as selecting Coupang men and making manual pumps, would do such a thing.
“Those cult bastards…”
However, some people were already thinking that this was not the cult’s doing.
If they deliberately showed that they were from the cult, it could be their goal to be misunderstood like that.
Under the command of Nam Gung-hak and some influential members of the factions, people returned to their respective places for the time being.
The elderly masters of the Gupa Ilbang who had a long history were all staying, but it seemed that they were moving to another place.
Not everyone had the qualifications to represent each faction, but they were trying to come up with their own conclusions about the situation.
I hope they don’t go crazy and start fighting with the cult for no reason…
As I wasn’t really at that level, I went back to my place and rested alone.
Later, I heard that they decided to postpone the conclusion about whether this was a cult attack or not.
They weren’t all fools, and they wouldn’t just fall for it.
However, what was surprising was that Jegal Se-ga-ju, who was thought to be at the forefront of the intellectual faction, was shouting that it was definitely the work of the Ma-gyo.
Many people were speculating that it was because Jegal Ryong’s body was found, but even if he was a worthless son, it would be sad to come back as a corpse.
‘Maybe Jegal Ryong brought those guys in…’
Those who knew that Jegal Ryong had left in the middle of the wedding ceremony like me would have similar suspicions, but no one would speak up.
There would be no one who would want to antagonize Jegal Myeong, who was silently shedding tears for his son, and no one who would want to fight with the Ma-gyo for no reason.
Anyway, that was enough for now. I was relieved that it wasn’t immediately concluded that it was the work of the Ma-gyo.
‘But why is Sabu coming out here?’
Many people were strongly suspecting the involvement of the Blood Demon because of the fact that that bastard Duryeong tried to take Nam Gung-hye away.
It was a false accusation, but I couldn’t defend myself anyway.
I just waited quietly for the situation to calm down so that I could leave without feeling awkward after Hwang Bo-jun’s treatment was over.
Hwang Bo-jun fully recovered from his injuries after a few days.
Thanks to the efforts of Nam Gung-se’s exclusive physicians and the generous use of medicine.
Many guests wanted to avoid leaving while the groom was still sick, but since they wanted to quickly return to Japa to discuss countermeasures, Nam Gung-se had no choice.
“Sang-gong, you have to be careful. Although you have recovered, I have heard that there are cases where the body gets worse after recovering.”
“Thank you, Hye… my wife. I will be careful.”
Thanks to me, Nam Gung-hye was relieved. It was a grateful thing that Hwang Bo-jun had risked his life for her, but she had been worried every day that her injury might worsen.
After Hwang Bo-jun was able to move, the two men escorted the guests while receiving many compliments from the people.
Although an unfortunate incident had occurred at the wedding ceremony, the two felt that they didn’t care about such things and that everything in the world looked happy.
Of course, there were exceptions. For example, when they met a thug who was trying to seize their mother’s property.
“Oh, Kang So-hyeop. Are you still staying here?”
“Oh, Hwangbo So-hyeop.”
Kang Yoon smiled softly as he received Hwang Bo-jun’s greeting, while receiving Nam Gung-hye’s sharp glare.
“I have some business to attend to nearby, but there is still some time left, so I am still being a nuisance.”
“You can stay as long as you want. Although I cannot control my in-laws, no one in Nam Gung-se’s family can say anything about So-hyeop staying here for a long time.”
“Thank you for your kind words.”
As he nodded his head, Sa-nae glanced at Nam Gung-hye.
It was as if he was whispering, “See, your husband is fine,” and Nam Gung-hye quickly turned her head and walked away.
“Hye… I mean, my wife. Let’s go together.”
Hwang Bo-jun bowed slightly and hurried after Nam Gung-hye.
He had always had a peaceful and content life due to his gentle personality, but this feeling of comfort and happiness was something he had never experienced before.
It was so special that he even wondered if this was why the elders kept urging his older brother Hwang Bo-kang to get married, as being tied to one’s other half forever was truly a happy thing.
That night, until they were about to hold the midnight vigil, it was definitely so.
‘Why, why…!’
Hwang Bo-jun had a normal level of sexual desire, and although he couldn’t openly talk about it in front of others, he had experience with masturbation.
While recovering from his injuries, he was a little worried that he had no reaction to the aphrodisiac, but he didn’t worry too much.
But even when he was about to enter the bed where Nam Gung-hye was waiting, Hwang Bo-jun, who had not responded at all, felt like he was falling into an endless abyss.
“I was hit in a bad place.”
“What… do you mean?”
He couldn’t bring himself to tell anyone, and the answer he heard from Nam Gung-se’s exclusive physician, whom he secretly visited with Nam Gung-hye, was dismal.
He wouldn’t be able to have an erection again.
What was the difference between that and being in hell?
“W-what can I do to treat it?”
“For now, there is no other way… but if you have a penile prosthesis…”
It was no different from saying that there was no way. Hwang Bo-jun, who felt like he had already fallen into the abyss, felt like a sturdy lid was being placed over him so that he couldn’t climb back up.
Actually, Hwang Bo-jun could endure it. Even though he could no longer see his offspring, as long as Nam Gung-hye was by his side, he was okay.
But what about Nam Gung-hye? Would she have to live with a man who couldn’t even give her a child for the rest of her life?
Hwang Bo-jun loved Nam Gung-hye. Although it was a marriage arranged by the family, he was able to believe that he would be happy with her by his side.
Because she was beautiful and kind, she was the ideal wife that Hwang Bo-jun had imagined.
He wanted to be with Nam Gung-hye for the rest of his life if possible, but if their lives were ruined by their decision to be together, it would be better to part ways with her.
“I don’t want to.”
But Nam Gung-hye was stubborn.
“Isn’t being there for each other through all the difficult times what being a married couple is all about? It’s not right for me to just leave when you’re having a hard time.”
Nam Gung-hye was not a completely gentle woman. She resembled Un So-yeong, but had a strong side to her softness.
“But, my wife…”
“We can fix it somehow. Didn’t they say it might be possible if you have a penile prosthesis?”
Nam Gung-hye held Hwang Bo-jun’s hands tightly and was hopeful, but the success rate for penile prosthesis was very low.
Unfortunately, Hwang Bo-jun’s martial arts skills were decent, but not at the level where he could confidently open up the ultimate realm.
“But even if it can’t be fixed, it’s okay. We don’t need a child.”
Hwang Bo-jun felt like he was crumbling in despair.
He had casually mentioned wanting to have a cute child after their wedding, and Nam Gung-hye’s blushing face was still vivid in his mind.
He had imagined himself and Nam Gung-hye having a child who resembled her, with a face that glowed like a flower.
The beautiful, kind, strong Nam Gung-hye, who sometimes got angry and resembled…
“Sang-gong?”
Still holding Hwang Bo-jun’s hands tightly, Nam Gung-hye called out to him with concern when she saw his face turn pale.
“Oh, it’s nothing.”
“You seem too worried. Rest for now.”
“…Okay.”
Feeling Nam Gung-hye’s worried gaze, Hwang Bo-jun quickly turned his head.
He was afraid that Nam Gung-hye might notice his thoughts.
Now that Hwang Bo-jun had recovered from his injuries, he was thinking about taking Un So-yeong with him and saying something.
“Hwang Bo So-hyeop?”
“Yes, they said it was important and to make sure to bring Kang So-hyeop.”
It was unlike Hwang Bo-jun to be called at such an ambiguous time, but he had interacted with Kang So-hyeop enough to know what kind of person he was.
It was an important matter, and even though they didn’t want to go to the place where the newlyweds were supposed to enjoy themselves, they couldn’t ignore it.
After confirming that my clothes were roughly in order, I walked towards the place where the two of them were staying together.
“Welcome, Kang So-hyeop.”
“Kang So-hyeop…? Why?”
While Hwang Bo-jun greeted me nonchalantly, Nam Gung-hye had a look on her face that seemed to ask why I was even there.
“Hwang Bo So-hyeop, did you not tell your wife… I mean, your lady anything?”
“I’m going to tell you something now.”
Nam Gung-hye and I exchanged a glance, finally in agreement, and turned our gaze towards Hwang Bo-jun.
Hwang Bo-jun looked back and forth between us before slowly speaking up.
“Kang So-hyeop.”
“Yes?”
“This is an absolute secret that should never be revealed to anyone. Can you promise to keep it?”
“It’s a bit difficult to promise without knowing what it is about…”
“Ugh…!”
At that moment, Nam Gung-hye gasped and opened her eyes wide. When Hwang Bo-jun turned his gaze towards her, she grabbed onto his hand in a panic.
“Oh no, Sang-gong… I don’t know what you’re thinking, but…”
“For me, this is the only choice. Wife, do you want to make me suffer for the rest of my life?”
“…No, but this isn’t the way.”
Nam Gung-hye seemed to have guessed what Hwang Bo-jun was trying to say and began to have a conversation with him that only the two of them could understand.
“Kang So-hyeop, just go for now. Please…”
“Kang So-hyeop!”
Unlike his usual timid self, Hwang Bo-jun called out to me with a fierce expression.
“I know it’s shameless of me, but I have a favor to ask.”
“…Yes, I’ll listen and decide.”
Nam Gung-hye lowered her head with a resigned expression. Hwang Bo-jun sent me a piercing gaze and spoke as if biting off his words.
“Can you help me and my wife… have a child by undergoing radiation treatment?”
