When the Black Moon Rises - Chapter 183
Chapter 183
However, the expressions of the two young warriors following Baek Manyong were slightly bewildered.
How on earth had Sehwa become the Lady of the House of the Baek Clan so quickly?
Moreover, they hadn’t even taken their seats, and the wedding ceremony was already over?
They hadn’t even known the Baek Clan Head for long! They hadn’t even been given time to verify him!!
But the confusing matters didn’t end there.
“…….”
The brothers’ gazes darkened as they recalled the day-long journey they had taken to escape the Ju Clan and come here.
The speed of the Baek Clan Head, who had transformed into a Divine Beast, was so fast that it was hard to keep their eyes open.
To avoid being thrown off his back as he flew through the sky, they had no choice but to use all their spiritual power to hold on.
Despite the speed, the foul stench and horrifying screams that seemed to chase them as if they would catch them at any moment.
The heat of the flames that didn’t easily dissipate even with the wind stirred up by the Divine Beast.
It had been barely two months since they heard the news of Sehwa’s move to the Baek Clan and rushed to meet their younger sister and father.
Though they were reluctant, they had entrusted their sister’s treatment to the Baek Clan Head and, after being urged by their father to not worry, they had returned to their posts just a few dozen days ago.
‘What on earth happened during that time?’
“We’ve prepared rooms for the two of you to use, so all four of you should have a meal and rest for a while-.”
“No. We need to know what’s happening in places we’re unaware of right now.”
“That’s right. Chancellor Baek. Could you guide us to a quiet place where we can talk?”
“Sehwa. The Baek Clan Head must be tired after carrying us all day, so even if you’re tired, explain the situation to us first.”
“Right. ……Setting aside the title of Lady of the House for now, can you explain that guy first?”
Ju Gayoon’s gaze flicked toward Choi Jangmyung, who was quietly following behind them.
“That guy is your sl-, …I mean, your servant, right? Did you really take him as your slave?”
“Huh? Slave?”
Just as Sehwa’s eyes widened at the word that had never crossed her mind before, it slipped from the lips of the two brothers.
“No! Are you trying to hog all the good things for yourself?”
Baek Manyong quickly stepped forward and blocked Choi Jangmyung’s path.
“If you’re the Lady’s subordinate, then you’re a subordinate. How dare you casually use the word ‘slave’? You can’t have it both ways. Are you trying to take all the good things for yourself?!”
“……??”
“……??”
Choi Jangmyung didn’t listen to the incomprehensible words for long.
But the moment he ignored Baek Manyong’s raised voice and tried to walk past him, the corners of Choi Jangmyung’s eyes and mouth twitched upward.
The meaning was crystal clear.
‘What are you going to do about it if you’re jealous?’
“Hey, you brat!”
“Young Lady, Young Masters. Please come this way. I know the location of Baek Seokjeo’s reception room, so if the Baek Clan Head permits, I’ll guide you there.”
As Youngchae spoke, shielding the noisy hallway with her body, everyone followed her to the reception room without complaint.
No one looked back, no matter what commotion or disturbance occurred behind them.
Though they had clearly arrived at the mansion before dawn.
“So, the black dragon you saw at the end was the true form of the Corrupt Dragon. We’ve obtained everything we wanted, so we hurried back here.”
By the time the story ended, the sun was already high in the sky.
It was because she had explained everything in detail, ensuring they understood the situation without any misunderstandings.
“…….”
“…….”
Thus, they couldn’t even say it was impossible.
They had felt it too.
From the disappearance of the children of the Six Clans, which had sparked the long war, to the Mystic Ruler’s attitude, which showed no intention of finding them and ending the war.
Something had always been off.
“……So, the Young Lord also met his end like that?”
“Most likely. When the Mystic Ruler controlled the Red Dragon’s spiritual power with the sword, it was clear……”
Sehwa’s gaze darkened.
‘I gave him a sword imbued with my spiritual power so he could protect himself.’
She had seen the Mystic Ruler, wielding the sword and drawing out the red spiritual power amidst the sandstorm that swept through the coronation hall, and Ju Kyunghyun, lying bloodied and collapsed behind him.
‘I had warned him to always carry it when facing the Mystic Ruler.’
Not only had his body been taken, but he had ultimately been killed by his own father…….
“To think the Mystic Ruler has been killing his own kin like this……”
“So, Father went to meet the families of those who had their bodies taken?”
“Even Elder Jayoon, who was your superiors, was exiled from the territory.”
“What?!! Elder Jayoon too?”
“His daughter, Ju Suyeon, had her body taken by one of the Mystic Ruler’s wives……”
The two warriors, who hadn’t even blinked in shock, slumped deeply into their chairs.
“……Ha.”
“……How could this be.”
“But it’s the truth.”
“Right. If you say so, it must be true.”
How could she not understand what they were feeling?
‘How disheartening and empty it must feel.’
She felt sorry for having to explain the situation without giving them time to prepare for the shock, especially since the person they had devoted all their time and effort to was such a demonic being.
“You’ve been in confinement for a long time, and you didn’t even eat yesterday, so rest for a while. Youngchae and Choi Jangmyung have gone to prepare your rooms, so stay here and follow them when they return.”
“You haven’t eaten either.”
“I need to inform the heads of the Six Clans about what happened at the Mystic Ruler’s mansion first. I’ll change my clothes and meet them before eating.”
“……Alright.”
Though they wanted to follow her, they knew they couldn’t attend that meeting.
“If you have time, let’s have dinner together. It’s been too long since we’ve been apart.”
“Sure. I’ve told you everything, so tonight, you can tell me how you’ve been, brothers.”
After lightening the heavy mood with a brighter farewell, Sehwa left the reception room.
A large shadow leaning against the door moved slightly toward her.
“Is it over?”
“You waited here? You could’ve come in.”
“It’s better for your brothers to accept the situation more truthfully without me there.”
“…….”
“Why? Were they very troubled?”
“I gave Father time to guess the situation beforehand, but I couldn’t do that this time.”
She rubbed her hands together and answered with a slightly bitter expression.
“I hope they’re not too disheartened. I’m not sure.”
“Come here.”
“Huh?”
“This way.”
Baek Giha, holding her dejected figure, led her to a door in the hallway and opened it.
After closing the door to the empty room, he pulled her deep into his embrace.
He held her slender body tightly and kissed her small forehead several times.
“What’s this, all of a sudden?”
“Because you’re blaming yourself unnecessarily.”
“Blaming myself?”
“Yes.”
His large hand slowly stroked her back.
“Why are you blaming yourself? It’s not your fault.”
“…….”
“Everyone will find out eventually. You don’t need to feel sorry toward your brothers.”
“But still.”
A bitter smile once again settled on her lips.
“I keep thinking if there wasn’t a better way.”
Am I clumsily using the opportunity you gave me with your life?
Was there a better way that I missed?
Just as she was about to swallow her words about the regrets of the paths not taken, his hot lips descended on her nose, eyes, cheeks, and finally, her red lips.
“!”
His firm tongue soon parted her lips and entered her mouth.
The friction wasn’t rushed.
Hot and smooth, it swept through her teeth and caressed her mouth as if knowing the words she had left unspoken.
Each time, her spine tingled. She tried to step back unconsciously, but the large hand firmly holding her back gave no room to retreat.
He tenderly explored her mouth, taking everything inside without leaving a trace, even sucking in her breath and moans.
Her lips, sucked strongly, soon swelled with a vivid red hue.
When his tongue licked her plump lips and withdrew, only heated breaths filled the narrow space between them.
Pulling her curved waist tightly against his body, he pressed his lips against hers several times, expressing his longing.
“You’re doing well, my love.”
A voice thick with desire, laced with affection, spoke softly.
“Much has changed compared to before. The Mystic Ruler is being cornered more and more, and even the existence of the Corrupt Dragon has been revealed to the world. How can anyone say you’ve had no part in this? It’s all happened in the palm of your hand.”
Her large eyes, which had been downcast, lifted at his words.
They met his warm, dark eyes.
“You don’t need to look back at anything. Forget what’s already passed. We have other things to do, don’t we? You’ve done well so far, and you’ll finish the rest even more splendidly. I know it.”
“How do you know?”
“Because I love you.”
Baek Giha’s eyes curved softly.
A warm smile spread across his perfectly proportioned, handsome face, so exquisite it seemed crafted by a master artisan. Even Sehwa, who had grown accustomed to his delicate features, was momentarily captivated.
“That’s why I’m always watching you.”
“…….”
“So, I know better than you. How well you’ve done. And how much better you’ll do in the future.”
He pressed his hot lips against her eyelids, which she had lowered to hide her moist eyes.
Comments
Post a Comment