Chapter 373 – Separate from the Martial Arts Alliance (3)
Young Ho-kyung had just finished washing up when he received a report from his subordinates that No Hee-bang wanted to meet him.
The general direction of their conversation had already been decided, so there was no need to be hesitant. Young Ho-kyung called for No Hee-bang and now found himself sitting across from her in her quarters.
“I didn’t have a chance to speak with you earlier. Congratulations on your promotion.”
“Thank you.”
No matter how much she tried to hide it, the fact that she had given birth to a child was well-known among the women present.
No Hee-bang looked older than No Hee-bang herself, but the fact that she had a child was surprising. Perhaps it was because there was still no successor that No Hee-bang suspected.
“If it’s not too rude to ask, could you tell me who the father of the child is?”
“What do you plan to do with that information?”
There were many talented individuals in the Demon Sect, but few of them were well-known. However, if someone was to become the companion of the sect leader, they must have had considerable ability.
He thought it would be good to at least know their name, but it seemed unlikely that he would be able to get any information from No Hee-bang.
“There’s no need to tell me. I’ll find out soon enough. He must be a very talented person.”
“…Yes, you’ll find out soon enough.”
Young Ho-kyung’s expression, which had always been cold towards No Hee-bang, seemed to become a little strange for a moment. He was about to ask why, but Young Ho-kyung beat him to it.
“Yes, you must be wondering why I’m here in Jungwon.”
“…”
That was it.
It had always been a common occurrence for members of the Demon Sect to enter Jungwon, and even if they were found, it was not easy to find them. Even if they were found, it was meaningless to do so, so they were left alone.
However, if a large number of people were accommodated in a branch like this, and the head of that branch was the sect leader, No Hee-bang couldn’t imagine how big of a problem it would be.
Fortunately, the Demon Sect did not choose to immediately eliminate her.
“She’ll try to persuade me.”
No Hee-bang was sure that if she just let her go, the fact that the Demon Sect was infiltrating Jungwon would spread like wildfire.
Their only options were persuasion or assassination, and No Hee-bang believed that persuasion was possible.
In other words, she could guess that the plan was not so unreasonable that No Hee-bang could not accept it.
“The Demon Sect and the Martial Arts Alliance are cooperating to some extent, but it’s not like there’s a hierarchical relationship, is there?”
“Of course not.”
Stay in character.
Chapter 373 – Separate from the Martial Arts Alliance (3)
The Martial Arts Alliance had a deep history, but its nature was that of a temporary organization.
It was created to oppose the Demon Sect, which was a scattered group that could not unite their strength, and to serve as a mediator.
No Hee-bang suspected that the story she was about to hear was not to be shared with the Martial Arts Alliance, but the words that the branch leader spoke exceeded her expectations.
“Then, as long as your branch does not cause any confusion in Kangho, the Martial Arts Alliance has no right to interfere, even if you engage in additional profit activities, correct?”
“That’s…right?”
No Hee-bang was about to nod her head in agreement, but she stopped and widened her eyes.
The term “profit activities” was unfamiliar to her, but it seemed to refer to the fact that some factions or the Martial Arts Alliance were receiving support in exchange for selling information.
The fact that the Martial Arts Alliance would interfere with that…
“B-Branch leader, are you saying that your branch and the main branch…?”
“Yes. I have the authority to make all decisions on behalf of the main branch regarding your branch and this matter.”
No Hee-bang was shocked by the unexpected proposal, but Young Ho-kyung calmly took a sip of tea and continued speaking.
“The main branch wants to establish a cooperative relationship with your branch regarding this matter. Of course, separate from the Martial Arts Alliance.”
No Hee-bang wondered if she was being mocked, but Young Ho-kyung seemed sincere.
In the end, No Hee-bang had no choice but to listen carefully to Young Ho-kyung’s detailed explanation.
It seems like I’ve been on the wrong track all along.
I was reflecting on the fact that I had been narrow-minded while sitting across from Hwangbo Hyoseon.
I’ve faced countless milfs (+ one virgin), but I’ve always been in a position of power or at least an equal position to my partner.
“It’s not just about pushing them.”
That’s what I realized.
I’ve been making milfs cling to me, beg for me, and crawl to me, thinking that if I had the chance, I could make them mine. And what I tried to do with Hwangbo Hyoseon wasn’t much different.
But the problem was that even though she was a pathetic bitch who couldn’t resist a single thrust, she didn’t show any signs of falling for me, even though I was in a position of power.
In the end, I had to maintain a friendly relationship and remain stagnant, not knowing how things would turn out later, but I finally found the answer.
“It’s almost time for dinner. Shall we go out then?”
Chapter 373 – Separate from the Martial Arts Alliance (3)
“Well… except for a few people, most of the people here know that I’m trapped here because of the corrupt branch leader…”
“What the hell…! Ugh…”
Look at me, all hunched over. Hwangbo Hyoseon let out a deep sigh instead of raising her voice.
Pushing forward like a bulldozer wasn’t the answer when dealing with Hwangbo Hyoseon.
No, it had the opposite effect. It was clear that she couldn’t come out strong when she saw me shrinking back.
Like a child who wet the bed, or a child who got caught going to the PC room with the money for textbooks, I was huddled up, and Hwangbo Hyoseon kept glancing at me, turning her head.
Especially at my still erect penis.
Squirm.
“Heheek…!”
As my penis twitched and throbbed, Hwangbo Hyoseon let out an envious moan, and I lowered my head even further.
Yes, I was a sad middle-aged man who couldn’t control my sexual desire (or you could call it love sickness).
I was the one who caused this erection in the first place, so she couldn’t really scold me.
“… Kang So-hyeop.”
“Yes, ma’am.”
“Don’t call me ma’am.”
“Yes, Young Hyeop.”
“Ugh…”
When I glanced up, Hwangbo Hyoseon was sighing deeply with her hands over her eyes.
Then she seemed to peek at my face through her fingers and said to me.
“Kang So-hyeop, why are you doing this to me?”
“…”
“I’m a married woman with children, and above all, we’re not a good match in age. There must be someone more suitable for you.”
“…”
“Find someone else. It may be difficult now, but when you finish what you’re doing now and can stand tall in front of others, I can introduce you to a suitable girl from Hwangbo’s family…”
“…I don’t want that.”
Of course, there were other potential partners. A lot of them. But that’s not a reason to just let this woman go.
“I’ve thought about that too many times to count. I’m not doing this because I’m stupid.”
“…”
“Isn’t there even a small part of your heart that you can give to me? Even for a moment? Can’t you give me… anything?”
Will it work? Or not?
It didn’t seem like it was having any effect, as I just stood there with a helpless expression on my face.
I decided to hope that she would take a step back from me with a joyful heart.
Hwangbo Hyoseon was at her wit’s end.
She wanted to scream at the man who was confessing his feelings to her, but she couldn’t bring herself to do it.
Chapter 373 – Separate from the Martial Arts Alliance (3)
Sanae was always arrogant. Even when she was far inferior to Mugong, she never showed any signs of weakness.
Just thinking about it made her feel hot with anger, so there was no need to say more.
“Don’t look at me like that…!”
But looking at her with those pleading eyes, was she being too harsh in rejecting him?
Accepting his feelings would be adultery. It would be a betrayal to her husband.
Hwangbo Hyoseon forced her mouth open, which refused to budge.
“It’s not possible. Not even a little, not even for a moment.”
As soon as her mouth opened, the next words came out naturally, like a burst of water.
“I know you’re not trying to make things difficult for me. But the feelings you have now are not good for the future, not for you or for me.”
“But…”
“Listen to me! I have a husband and children. Let’s say that by some chance, I break off ties with them and your feelings are realized. But what happens after that?”
Was it because he couldn’t hide his feelings that the man’s gloomy expression seemed even deeper, or was it because of Hwangbo Hyoseon’s sympathy for him?
“All of Kangho’s people will point fingers at you. Your reputation will be ruined.”
But Hwangbo Hyoseon had made up her mind to drive him away with a cold heart.
“You will regret it when that time comes. You will have given up so much just to get a woman like me, an old woman. And it will be too late to turn back.”
“…”
The man’s expression was twisted beyond recognition. He shook his shoulders, holding onto his knees, and tears could burst out at any moment.
Hwangbo Hyoseon couldn’t bear to see him like that and tried to turn her head away.
Then, the man seemed to think of something and straightened his twisted expression. His eyes, which had been on the verge of tears, calmed down, and his lips moved slightly.
“I’m sorry, Young Hyeop. I think I lost my mind for a moment. You won’t have any more trouble because of me.”
Hwangbo Hyoseon was waiting for that answer. But contrary to what she had expected, she didn’t feel refreshed or relieved at all.
Anyone other than her could see that the man was deeply hurt right now.
“Instead… can I ask you one last thing?”
“Sure! Say whatever you want!”
Perhaps that was why she answered without thinking.
“Can you… just let me have it once?”
Sanae’s expression caught Hwangbo Hyoseon’s attention, and she belatedly noticed the lotion that was still standing upright, as if she was holding onto something transparent. Seeing her hand slightly shaking up and down, it was clear that she didn’t mean to embrace her.
But that didn’t mean she could just accept it easily.
“Um…”
Hwangbo Hyoseon started to fiercely contemplate whether it was okay to accept it at least this much, seeing Sanae awkwardly avoiding her gaze. After all, it was the last thing she would ask for.
