Chapter 222 – One on One – Hong Yeon-hwa

Jungsan-hyeon.

The most intact neighborhood in Gwangdong City.

As predicted by Paengga-ju, Ungaja sacrificed most of the commoners in a city as offerings to supplement their gangster forces.

Many people died, and those who survived were drained of their vitality to the point of being on the verge of death.

Moreover, it is said that the facilities were not properly maintained due to the rampant behavior of the merchants.

Even though it was a city right in front of us, I was sent to Jungsan-hyeon by the Mu-rim-maeng because they couldn’t treat me in such a place after I fainted due to severe fatigue, not injury.

It was possible because it was the most intact neighborhood, and for that reason, this place maintained a fairly urban appearance.

No, we were even excited because we had won the royal court martial arts competition.

Since the royal family and the Mu-rim-maeng promised to support the entire Gwangdong City, other places could quickly regain their original appearance.

…But even the people who lived there wouldn’t come back.

“……”

Was it because I was too restless? Suddenly, my eyes met a passing hat.

Then, a slightly awkward, thin middle-aged woman nodded her head as if she was burdened.

The young boy holding her hand looked at me like I was some kind of hero, and his eyes sparkled.

When I awkwardly shook his hand, the boy cheered and waved his mother’s hand wildly.

Thanks to the fact that Geobang worked hard again, rumors spread that I had defeated the Samaryeonju and Hong Yeon-hwa had defeated Ungaja.

That’s why there were people who recognized me like this.

I’m a little embarrassed.

I stopped scratching the back of my head for no reason. In the distance, I saw familiar pink hair.

Hong Yeon-hwa, who was wearing a gorgeous dress with a white background and red flowers instead of her usual black martial arts uniform.

It was a street that was somewhat festival-like and had a sense of discomfort in a good way… but even in that atmosphere, Hong Yeon-hwa was a more prominent presence.

Perhaps it was because her presence was stronger on a complete stage. Or maybe it was because she had made her already beautiful appearance even more beautiful.

Maybe I just thought of Hong Yeon-hwa as special.

As I thought about that, Hong Yeon-hwa, who had spotted me, ran towards me with a bright smile on her face.

Her bouncy steps when she’s in a good mood.

Hong Yeon-hwa, who was receiving all the attention around her, jumped towards me with the same momentum.

“My dear!”

“Oh my.”

She had an attitude that she believed I would catch her, and I couldn’t help but fulfill her expectations.

Chapter 222 – One on One – Hong Yeon-hwa

I opened my arms wide and caught Hong Yeon-hwa as she jumped towards me. I spun her around once before gently placing her back on the ground. She looked like the happiest person in the world, with a satisfied smile on her face.

“When Paengso-so said she had a good idea, I was a little worried… but it was really a good idea!”

“Yeah. I was surprised too.”

To be honest, I thought revenge would involve a never-ending cycle of rough sex with the four women, with me being the dominant one. It was something I often did with other women, and I thought I would finally receive the same treatment.

But Paengso-so’s suggestion was surprisingly sensible and reasonable. She proposed that each woman take turns having me to herself for a day, so that we could grow our martial arts skills in a way that I could handle.

I learned from Samaryeonju and Hong Yeon-hwa that if there was a big difference in our achievements, the growth rate of both sides would be different. Until we reached a certain level, the side with higher achievements would almost stop growing, while the side with lower achievements would grow rapidly to a level where they could withstand the other.

Hong Yeon-hwa said that martial arts that emphasized the harmony of yin and yang made it possible.

“By the way, is it okay to rest for just one day and then get up? There’s no injury, but I’m pretty tired…”

“I guess the medicine they gave me at the palace was good. And you did acupuncture and bloodletting every day while I was sleeping, right? It’s not perfect, but I’m pretty energetic, so don’t worry.”

“Uh-huh. That’s good to hear.”

Hong Yeon-hwa looked up at me and suddenly reached out her hand.

Her hand was wide open, as if she wanted something.

She pulled out a neatly packaged pill from her pocket and handed it to me.

“This is not it!”

She said that, but quickly tore open the packaging and ate the pill in one bite. She then swung her arms and shook her head.

“What is it…?”

I looked at her, confused, and she handed me a small candy this time.

Since I met Hong Yeon-hwa, it had become a habit for me to carry a few snacks in my pocket.

“This is not it either!”

“What do you want me to do?”

Hong Yeon-hwa shook her arm even more vigorously. I had no idea what she wanted…

I sighed deeply and absentmindedly placed my hand on Hong Yeon-hwa’s small palm. Suddenly, her movements stopped.

She looked at me with a slightly dissatisfied expression, but then smiled bashfully.

“You finally got the right answer.”

She intertwined her fingers with mine and held my hand tightly.

Chapter 222 – One on One – Hong Yeon-hwa

We’ve had moments alone before, but it’s been a while since we’ve had a whole day to ourselves. I won’t let you go, so you better know that,” Hong Yeon-hwa said with a sly smile.

“Even when we eat?”

“Of course. You can feed Bonnyeo with your free hand. And Bonnyeo will do the same for you.”

“What about when we go to the bathroom?”

“What a silly question. Haven’t you seen me go to the bathroom often?”

“Oh, right. Hong Yeon-hwa, what about when you go to the bathroom?”

“Bonnyeo doesn’t go to the bathroom.”

Ah, that’s right.

“That’s not fair. I can barely walk after a bone fracture, and I still have to go to the bathroom.”

“It’s because of the difference in direction. Didn’t I tell you before? Bonnyeo’s physical strength has weakened, but she has become better at handling energy.”

“Right. Well, I was able to recover from my broken innate skill, so I can’t ask for more.”

Hong Yeon-hwa nodded as she listened to me.

“That’s not necessarily true. You haven’t fully recovered from your injury yet… but from what I can see, your skeletal balance seems a little better than before.”

“Really? I don’t know… “

“It could be because you haven’t fully recovered yet. But let’s talk about this later. We finally have some alone time, and all you want to talk about is this?”

Hong Yeon-hwa pouted slightly, her cheeks puffing up.

Well, we often talk about martial arts, so there will be other opportunities.

“Okay, okay. Let’s stop here and look around. …And you look really pretty today.”

“Ahem, ahem. Is it the clothes or is it me? Be clear.”

Hong Yeon-hwa pushed her chest out and placed her hands on top of it, striking a pose.

I chuckled and gently stroked her chin.

“Well, isn’t it a matter of comparing you with and without clothes?”

“Oops!”

Hong Yeon-hwa looked dumbfounded, as if she hadn’t thought of that.

After admiring her lips for a moment, I took her hand and led her to the market alley.

“Let’s go to the inn later.”

We dressed up for nothing, so it’s not like we’re going to take our clothes off right away.

Let’s just walk around for a bit.

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I held hands with Hong Yeon-hwa and wandered around Jungsanhyeon.

People were generally thin and pale, but there was still plenty to see.

We ate street food, snacks, and dumplings at the inn… Wait, did we just eat the whole time?

Chapter 222 – One on One – Hong Yeon-hwa

Hong Yeon-hwa liked it, so it should be okay.

Anyway, we enjoyed a pleasant outing and finally headed to a suitable inn as the sun began to set.

The room felt somewhat cramped, with only a bed as furniture. Not to mention, the walls were so thin that we could hear the wind blowing through them.

“How is it? It’s been a while since we’ve had this kind of atmosphere.”

“Wow… you’re right. I’ve only been staying in luxurious places lately, so it’s nice to be here.”

Just the two of us wandering around an unfamiliar city, looking around, and renting a simple inn room at night?

Before participating in the Yongbongji meeting… or more accurately, before accepting Pungsoso in the middle, we spent most of our days like this.

Today, I deliberately chose a place like this to give her the feeling of monopolizing me… but fortunately, it seems to have pleased Hong Yeon-hwa.

Hong Yeon-hwa, who was spinning around in place and looking around, suddenly stopped and locked the door.

Then she sat on the bed and patted the space next to her.

“Ah, come sit. You said you haven’t fully recovered yet, so you’ll need to receive some Chugung bloodletting today, won’t you?”

Her moist voice, her suggestive face, her rough breath, and even her pink eyes filled with a strange heat.

It was a look that seemed to be filled with impure intentions.

Come to think of it, she used to say that she needed to give me Chugung bloodletting and massage my body all over.

This must be Hong Yeon-hwa’s way of seduction, suggesting that we start now.

I took off my top and leaned forward in front of Hong Yeon-hwa.

Gulp.

I couldn’t help but raise the corners of my mouth at the sound of her swallowing.

“What are you doing? Are you not going to do anything?”