I Will Punish You (1)

He had to control his granddaughter before she went on a killing spree.

Yu Jinsan quickly spoke as she clenched her small fist.

-Be patient, Seol. There’s no need for you to fight these brats. Leave this to Grandpa.

-They are bad men. They have to be punished.

-Grandpa is thinking the same thing. I will punish them severely.

-Really?

-Yes. I will finish it soon, so just look elsewhere for now.

A battle of true swords.

The moment Dong-seok took a step ahead, Yu Jinsan moved.

Tak!

He rushed forward as if no one else could stop him.

“Who is this kid?”

Hahu Seong tilted his head as if the sight were absurd. Who would have thought a child would step forward to spar?

But the child’s movements suggested he was not ordinary.

And the sword in his hand was clearly the one Dong-seok had been holding just a moment ago. In a brief instant, he had even snatched his weapon away.

“I am Dong San, the eldest grandchild of the Dong family.”

Since the Dong family’s first and second sons had died without having children, Yu Jinsan, who played the role of Dong-gu’s son, was the eldest, and Yu Seol would be the eldest granddaughter.

Was his pride hurt because a child had entered the spar? Hahu Seong hesitated with a look of confusion.

But Hahu Cheon’s reaction was different. It was as if he were saying this was all good.

“If you are the eldest, then you are qualified too. Don’t just stand there and fight him already.”

“Second Hyung, even so, how can I fight a kid?”

“If you are looking down on him because he is a kid, you will be hurt.”

“What do you even mean by that? I am Hahu Seong!”

“Just don’t let your guard down. Even I cannot believe this.”

Hahu Seong had no other choice.

He assumed a stance, intending to finish it quickly.

“I cannot have people say I won against a kid. Come at me, but know that you will die before this goes any further.”

Yu Jinsan snorted at this attitude.

Because his fingers were short, holding the sword felt odd, and it didn’t feel nice in his hands either.

But he was an opponent strong enough to be defeated with his bare hands. Since he was a disciple of the Sword Saint, all he had to do was attack him correctly.

In a split second, Yu Jinsan’s form shot ahead like lightning.

Tata!

He made swift movements as expected, and Hahu Seong, despite being startled, reflexively put the sword up to defend. There was no time to unfold a technique.

Kaang!

After the first couple of clashes, Yu Jinsan lost the sword he was holding.

All the family members flinched as the sword flew into the air, except for Yu Seol.

Only she knew that Yu Jinsan had let it go intentionally.

Yu Jinsan chose to fight with his bare hands instead of using an uncomfortable sword.

But the person he was fighting, Hahu Seong, had no idea. He was angry at being bested by a kid a moment ago, so he didn’t want this to continue.

“Youuu…”

Horrendous killing intent came from the blade and mixed with the sword qi.

There was no mercy at the tip of his sword as it came for Yu Jinsan’s throat.

But he felt odd. How could the expression of a kid on the verge of death be this calm?

After a while, something felt odd.

Shhhh!

The form of the kid split into two with a footwork technique.

Yu Jinsan, who dodged it, quickly threw a punch at Hahu Seong’s side.

Puak!

Everything happened in just a blink.

Hahu Seong’s mouth opened, but he couldn’t even scream. This was because his ribs had shattered within, and his breathing turned tough.

His upper body was shaking as if it would fall down, but Yu Jinsan grabbed him by the hair.

At the same time, the palm of the child hit his face.

Slap!

With one hit, several teeth popped out of Hahu Seong’s mouth.

Soon, Yu Jinsan clenched his fist.

The child’s fist began to hit the other person’s face repeatedly.

Knock! Bam! Bam!

Was it because the Dong family’s situation resembled his own? Unlike before, there was no mercy in his actions.

Hahu Seong’s face turned bloody in an instant. Everyone watching was shocked.

“…?”

“Th-this cannot be…”

Everyone looked as if they were witnessing something bizarre. This was beyond anyone’s belief.

Before he realized it, Hahu Seong’s legs started to buckle. Yet Yu Jinsan didn’t let go of his hair and continued to attack.

Puak! Puak! Puak!

When the situation reached that point, Hahu Cheon came to his senses and began to move. He was determined not to let this continue and not to let his younger brother die.

The speed at which he ran to Yu Jinsan’s side was entirely different from Hahu Seong’s.

But he couldn’t do anything.

‘I was waiting for this, you bastard.’

Yu Jinsan had already anticipated his move.

The tip of his sword was coming to his side. It was a cowardly blow, but his killing intent had betrayed it.

Yu Jinsan didn’t dodge. Instead, he pushed Hahu Seong’s head into the path of the sword.

If things continued, his sword would surely take his brother’s life.

‘… No!’

But it was too late to retract the blow. In desperation, he moved his wrist to change the sword’s trajectory.

But Yu Jinsan had expected that too. In both martial arts and experience, the two couldn’t be compared.

He pushed Hahu Seong directly into the path where the sword had moved. After a while, the sword qi at the tip began to pierce through his upper body like tofu.

Puaaaak!

Hahu Cheon’s eyes widened as if they would pop out. Since he had stabbed his youngest brother with his own sword, the shock was even greater.

“You!!”

His body was overtaken by rage. Hahu Cheon looked like he had lost all reason, and pulling the sword free, he attacked Yu Jinsan.

He was so enraged that he couldn’t concentrate anymore, and the expected result ensued.

The sword tip aimed for his chest with fierce force.

Yu Jinsan’s hand moved to the side like the wings of a crane, deftly anticipating the attack.

While deflecting the attack, both his hands rose above their usual limit and seized the arms of Hahu Cheon.

When he applied more than a three-star limit of internal qi to the area, a cracking sound was heard.

Crack!

His right arm bent back at an unnatural angle.

Not only did he drop his sword, but Hahu Cheon was immediately rendered incapable of fighting.

Before he could even scream, Yu Jinsan’s foot delivered a kick to his shin.

Crack!

His eyes, full of resentment and anger, widened as his form collapsed, and he fell to one knee, unable to comprehend his current predicament.

He wanted to deny what was happening, but reality left no room for denial. Yu Jinsan clenched his fists again.

Puak! Puak! Puak!

Just like his younger sibling moments before, Hahu Cheon was soon drenched in blood.

The Dong family members watched, feeling as though a mental blockage had been cleared. How could they not appreciate this sight?

But even then, they couldn’t shake off the fear of the Hahu family.

They had initiated this massacre over one son. If two more children were killed, who would bear the brunt of their vengeance?

“Enough now.”

One of them pleaded.

“Stop! Stop!”

Another shouted.

Did their entreaties take effect? Yu Jinsan’s attacks ceased as if by magic.

Hahu Cheon’s pupils dilated, and he was already unconscious with a ghastly appearance.

At least he was still breathing.

“Well done, San.”

Someone commended.

“Amazing. Hurry and come this way.”

Urged another.

Now, all that remained was to use the two children to end the bloodshed besieging the Dong family.

As if advised by the elders, Yu Jinsan stopped, but his intention was not to spare his opponents’ lives.

While everyone looked relieved, Yu Jinsan’s hands grabbed the head and chin of Hahu Cheon.

“…?”

The terrifying sound that followed shocked everyone.

Crack!

“…”

There was no time for anyone to stop him.

Hahu Cheon collapsed with his neck twisted. Everyone watching was speechless.

It wasn’t just the Dong family.

The 12 people who accompanied the two of them.

The Growing Blood Sword troops, renowned as the elite of the Hahu family forces, were equally shocked.

Rather than the will to fight, they seemed more eager to survive to deliver this message to their family head.

Someone whistled.

Whistle!

The men scattered, not caring for the dead bodies. The family members of the Dong family head looked at them with a pathetic gaze.

If they went back, there would be a massive backlash from the Hahu family.

But how could they catch those who had scattered far and wide? Unless one was a Grandmaster.

That was when Yu Seol entered the picture.

- Grandpa, I can catch them all.

Normally, it would be a good idea, but right now, Yu Jinsan shook his head. Because this was also meant to happen.

- Let them go.

Yu Seol was confused.

- Why?

- It’s nice to get rid of all the trash at once. Let’s see how they react.

There was a long road ahead.

And they couldn’t stay here dealing with the Hahu family forever. Yu Jinsan planned to resolve the entire situation in one move.

Except for the family head, those who didn’t understand his true intentions stamped their feet in frustration.

Although Yu Jinsan had shown his amazing strength, it was out of the question for him to chase after the Hahu family men alone.

“What do we do now, Father?”

“The Hahu family will retaliate immediately.”

“Now we’re all done for.”

Unlike the family members, the head of the family, Dong Woon-geol, seemed unexpectedly calm.

He stood with his back to them, looking at the distant sky.

“This must be the most exhilarating moment of my life. Now I can die happily.”

“But…”

“Do not act too rashly. Our family head did his best, so we will protect our pride until the end.”

Due to the strong will of the old man, they didn’t need to cower in shame. Those who had learned even a little martial arts picked up their weapons, and bowed, and Dong-gu was among them.

“Dong-gu.”

“Yes, Father.”

“Do not worry about this place, and leave quickly with the children.”

If he didn’t leave, they would force them out. But how could he simply abandon his family like this?

At that moment, Dong-gu’s hesitant ears caught Yu Jinsan’s words.

Dong-gu spoke as he was instructed.

“There is no need to run. I will stay here.”

“Our family’s future depends on San’s survival. How can you not realize that? This isn’t the time for this. Hurry and leave!”

Dong-gu shook his head as if he didn’t need to consider it and then glanced at Yu Seol.

“Even though our San is a successor of the Sword Saint, he is not the only one.”

Did this mean there was another person they could ask for help from? Before that thought could settle, Dong Woon-geol displayed an unpleasant look.

The fact that he had a disciple superior to his grandson was something the old man didn’t want to acknowledge.

“What do you mean? Our San is not the official disciple, then?”

“It means that there is another disciple of the Sword Saint. A prodigious child who has surpassed our San’s talent.”

“And who might that be?”

“It is… Dong Seol, San’s sister.”

A lie that had started small was now spiraling out of control.

But Dong Woon-geol can’t be easily deceived now.

His face flushed with anger, as if he refused to be toyed with.

“A granddaughter with no hint of martial arts training is the official successor of the Sword Saint? It’s natural to be outraged.”

“It seems you are jesting with me…”

Dong Woon-geol said, his expression unchanging.

The sword resting on the ground flew to his hand as if it had wings.

Clench!

The moment Yu Seol grabbed it, a lightning-bright glow emanated from the sword tip. It was the brilliantly shining sword qi.

Enhanced Sword. It was also in a completed form, not at all clumsy.

Dong Woon-geol rubbed his eyes, but the reality unfolding before him didn’t change.

“Just what is…?”

The head of the Dong family looked at Dong-gu, not knowing what to do. The look in his eyes asked why he was only speaking of this now.

“This is something I couldn’t tell you. There were things the Sword Saint told me before he died.”

In the current situation, what importance do stories hold?

Dong Woon-geol looked at Yu Seol, who was smiling brightly.

At that moment, he realized something.

The reason he hadn’t been able to feel the qi from the child until now was not that she hadn’t learned martial arts, but because he wasn’t as skilled as he thought to detect it.

“Do not worry. We have Seol.”

Dong Woon-geol approached the hesitant child and began to pick her up carefully.

Yu Jinsan, who was watching from afar, smiled bitterly.

‘Now I’m a cold meal.’