Chapter 1225

<Chapter 1225> 1225. The Radiant Ascension Path

After spending a fiery time at the inn, Na and I descended to the first-floor restaurant as evening approached. Outside grew pitch dark, while the dining hall filled with patrons.

As soon as Na and I reached the first floor, all eyes immediately turned toward us. Most gazes came from men, so it was clear they were focused on Na.

Well, I can’t blame them. Right now, Na looks even more provocative than any top-tier courtesan. Though her outfit reveals less skin than theirs, the flushed face and lingering traces of sweat clearly indicate she’s just finished… an intense session.

We sit at a conveniently empty table. Instead of sitting across from me, Na chooses the seat beside me. Her hand begins caressing a certain area under the table.

“Hurry up and eat, then let’s go back upstairs. We need to finish what we started…”

“But I’ve been pounding you non-stop since this morning… Isn’t that enough?”

“Don’t suddenly act all proper. Compared to usual, it’s still far from satisfying. For both you and me.”

“…”

She had a point, leaving me without a counterargument.

Her wandering hand only stopped when the waiter approached.

“I’m not really into fish.”

Na spoke.

“I’ve been eating mostly fish in this city, so I’m getting tired of it. Bring us some pork and beef dishes instead.”

“Uh… Young sir, there are many kinds of pork and beef…”

“Then bring everything.”

“It’ll take over ten minutes to prepare all that…”

“Too many words. Just bring it. Isn’t that your job?”

“…Yes! Your order has been taken!”

A little intimidation sent the waiter scurrying off to the kitchen like a startled rabbit. Watching his retreating figure, Na chuckled.

“Did you really have to be so rough with him?”

“Being too nice makes them forget their place.”

“Are you talking about me?”

“I welcome you climbing all over me anytime. Since I was just on top of you earlier… This time, I’d love for you to be on top of me.”

“Heheh. Got it. I’ll suck you dry~”

Watching her lewd grin made me regret ordering such a large amount of food. It wasn’t about money – it was about time. If we’d just ordered one or two dishes, they would have come out much faster.

Just as I was about to tease her rear with my restless hand, someone approached our table. Not the waiter.

It was a middle-aged man with a goatee, short stature, and unassuming appearance. He performed a fist salute as greeting.

“Greetings, young master Yan Qiushe. I am Fuyu Tai, a merchant who conducts business with the Heavenly Horse Sect. Currently, I’m traveling west under the protection of Miss Ximen.”

I thoroughly examined Fuyu Tai. Not a martial artist. Doesn’t even know the basics of martial arts. Yet his sharp presence resembles that of a seasoned warrior who’s seen countless battles. Exactly as described in the original story.

Normally, I would have glared and told him to scram for interrupting my time with Na. I wasn’t in a good mood about having our moment disturbed. However, he is Na’s current protection target, and this situation could affect Na’s…


Hey there, good sir! It’s quite the pleasure to make your acquaintance. I am Yeom Guseok, though this nickname “Lightning Sword” feels rather unfamiliar since I just acquired it after arriving here. Hoho, most folks feel that way at first. You’ll grow accustomed to it soon enough, young Yeom swordsman. Shall we sit together then?

*Glances aside briefly to check on Seo Mun Soryeo, who nods with a warm smile.*

“Of course, Sir Bu. Please do take a seat. Actually, this guy here ordered an absurd amount of land-based dishes, and I was starting to feel a bit overwhelmed.”

“Hmm, you two seem awfully close. Could it be… the relationship I’m imagining?”

Seo Mun Soryeo gives me a sidelong glance before waving her hands dismissively.

“No no, nothing like that! We’re simply good friends. We were training partners back in Black Horse Academy, and he’s helped me out countless times.”

“Heh, my apologies for jumping to conclusions earlier. My sincerest regrets.”

“Nah, don’t sweat it.”

“Miss Seo Mun, would you mind setting up a qi barrier around us?”

“It seems you have something important to discuss, Sir Bu. Very well.”

With a focused expression, she bites her lip slightly as inner energy flows from her dantian, forming a protective curtain—not for defense, but to ensure our conversation remains private.

“There. All set.”

“Thank you kindly, Miss Seo Mun. Now, Young Swordsman Yeom… I assume you’ve already guessed: I’m a black-market merchant.”

“Ah yes, naturally. The Holy Flame Sect wouldn’t assign bodyguards like us to some ordinary trader, now would they?”

All members of Black Horse Academy are elite warriors; wasting such talent on mundane protection duties makes little sense.

“In my travels through town today, I gathered various bits of information—something of a habit. After all, news can either inflate or deflate the value of goods, so one must always keep their ears open.”

“So you’ve heard about me, then.”

“That’s correct. You’ve apparently crossed paths with the Ship Family in ways that cannot be undone.”

Not particularly troubling—it’s common knowledge across the city that my relationship with the Ship Family has gone south spectacularly.

“I fail to see why you’re sharing this with me, Sir Bu.”

“Oh no, please don’t misunderstand. I mean no threat or unsolicited advice. As a merchant—even a black-market one—I still chase profit above all else.”

“So you wish to sell me something?”

“Yes indeed! Allow me to introduce my wares. A black-market dealer specializes in forbidden items: drugs, slaves, potent poisons, martial arts manuals… and weapons outlawed by law. I deal specifically in weapons.”

*I perk up internally.*

“You aren’t selling mundane things like swords or spears, are you?”

“Haha, those can be found anywhere! Some dark dealers peddle legendary blades or spirit-infused weapons, but alas, I’m not one of them. No, my specialty lies in far more extraordinary armaments.”

“And what might these be?”

“Thunderclap Bombs.”

Bombs. These are essentially fantasy-style grenades packed with explosive powder. Their destructive power far exceeds standard hand grenades—they could effortlessly obliterate an entire inn. Even experts at the ‘Emerging from the Earth’ level wouldn’t survive a direct hit.

“…You deal in dangerous merchandise.”

“Yes, extremely so. Every city enforces strict regulations on Thunderclap Bombs. Merely possessing one carries the death penalty. But that’s precisely why they’re such reliable tools. And judging by your expression, Young Swordsman Yeom, you seem rather intrigued…”

In my current predicament, modern weaponry isn’t viable. I’m currently on assignment for Black Horse Academy, under constant surveillance by the Celestial Demon Sect. If I started relying heavily on futuristic tech here, they’d undoubtedly question its origins—and that alone would complicate matters beyond measure.


If Cheonyuun ever finds out I used modern weapons, things won’t just end at being inconvenient.

However, if I purchase and use explosives from Buyo-tae, the story changes. Explosives exist in this world, and since their source is Buyo-tae, it’s reliable.

The issue is the source of the money. But that can be explained away. Claim I encountered bandits on my way to Hagashi and turned the tables to steal money from them instead. To the Heavenly Horse Spirit Sect, what’s important isn’t my wealth, so they likely won’t investigate the funds closely.

“Master Bu, how many explosive pellets do you have?”

“The explosive pellets I currently possess total 42. According to current market prices, each one sells for five gold taels.”

“That’s expensive.”

“Being explosive pellets, that’s why. They’re hard to obtain, and merely possessing them is punishable by death.”

“I’ll buy them. Can I pay not with money but in kind?”

“In kind? Of course, that’s possible. What kind of goods?”

“Medicinal herbs. Not ordinary ones, but spirit-infused spiritual herbs.”

“Excellent. Unlike explosive pellets, spiritual herbs are easy to sell, and there are plenty of people who want them. However, I hope these herbs are worth as much as the explosive pellets.”

“You won’t be disappointed after dinner when I show you the items. These were connections I made before joining the Demon Gate and Evil Sect. The useless spiritual herbs to me will find good use here.”

Soon, the waiter brought out the food.

Seomun So-ryeo deactivated the soundproofing spell. We continued eating while conversing about other topics.

After dinner, we proceeded with the transaction in Buyo-tae’s room.

“Oh, excellent. Yes, all of them are of superior quality.”

“Can I buy all the explosive pellets?”

“Haha. This amount is more than enough. Yes, absolutely sufficient.”

Buyo-tae’s mouth stretched up to his ears.

I handed over the spiritual herbs without hesitation.

I have the Heaven-Strengthening System. The attendance event is ongoing. Every week, I receive spiritual herbs as an attendance reward. If lucky, I even get spirit pills.

“Haha, this was a pleasant trade. Yan Xiake, if you need more explosive pellets, please contact me. You can find me through the Female Head Merchant Association of the Heavenly Horse Spirit Sect.”

“I’ll keep that in mind.”

After concluding the deal, I returned to the room with Seomun So-ryeo.

As soon as we entered the room, Seomun So-ryeo immediately stripped off her clothes. Her body, still heated with sexual desire, was flushed. The pink nipples atop her C-cup breasts stood erect, and transparent arousal fluid flowed down her thighs, soaking her pubic hair.

“I didn’t know you had so many spiritual herbs. No wonder you gave me those spirit pills.”

“You’re worth more than those pills.”

“Even if it’s flattery, it sounds good.”

“It’s not flattery.”

She approached me and raised her right leg high. As expected from a martial artist at the Supreme Finger level—her flexibility was incredible. She split her legs perfectly while maintaining perfect balance. Her exposed pink vagina pulsed, dripping with arousal fluid.

“The trade you just did was a loss for you. You didn’t even negotiate, did you? Didn’t you see Buyo-tae’s grin? He probably thinks you’re an easy mark.”

“Let him think that. That kind of deal doesn’t matter to me. I just wanted to eat your pussy as quickly as possible.”

She came closer. I rubbed my glans against her pulsating vagina. Her vagina twitched in pleasure, and Seomun So-ryeo let out an anticipatory breath.

“Haa, haa… hurry and stick your cock in.”

“Where?”

“My exclusive pussy!”

I thrust forward with my hips, plunging straight into her cervix in one go. Seomun So-ryeo’s face instantly relaxed, and a blissful moan escaped her lips.

“Haaaaaang!”

I kept pounding her waist nonstop until dawn when she would leave.