The Martial God with Psychic Powers-Chapter 46
One Month Later.
Go Seung, now properly trained in his clan’s martial arts, radiated confidence.
Thanks to the effects of the Tyrant’s Rebirth Pill, his body was tougher and his strength even greater than before.
Now, he could finally pay back Seon Woo Baek for the humiliation he'd suffered.
He was on his way to reclaim his wounded pride when two familiar figures—fellow middleclass students, ranked second and third respectively, Kang Tae and Yeon Gong—stepped into his path.
“...What the hell?”
“Go Seung! I’m challenging you again!”
“Now? I’m busy. Come back later.”
“Running away, huh? Rumor says you’ve been slinking around like a whipped dog after losing to a junior.”
At Yeon Gong’s jab, Go Seung’s footsteps halted.
He slowly turned around, veins bulging in his eyes.
“...What did you just say?”
“I said you’re running away like a frightened mutt.”
“Take that back.”
“Why should I? You didn’t even accept a challenge. Seems like the shoe fits.”
Boom—
The massive saber strapped to Go Seung’s back slammed into the ground, sending a tremor through the earth.
“Fine. I accept. Are you both coming at once?”
“I go first.”
“Got it. I’m busy, so I’ll make this quick.”
“You’re not using your saber?”
“If I use this thing, I might kill you. I’ll end it with my fists.”
“You’re underestimating me. I’m not the same as before.”
“And I’m not the same either. This fist is enough. It'll hurt like hell, so you’d better dodge well.”
Yeon Gong, pride wounded, lunged at Go Seung.
Crack—
Boom—
“Next.”
But Yeon Gong didn’t even get a swing in. One punch from Go Seung, and he was face-first in the dirt.
Kang Tae instantly realized it.
This wasn’t someone he could handle.
“I-I didn’t say anything...”
“You think I’m stupid? I remember you both came here to challenge me.”
“Not me! He just started spouting off on his own—”
Smack—
“Gah!”
Boom—
Before he could finish his excuse, Kang Tae was slammed into the ground and knocked out cold.
“Pathetic. That guy was better than you, at least.”
He was on a holy mission to reclaim his honor, and now it felt like he’d just stepped in dog shit.
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“Damn it, what a mood killer.”
Go Seung stood there for a second, considering what to do. Then he yanked [N O V E L I G H T] his beloved saber out of the dirt and let out a sharp breath through his nose.
Snort! “A real man sees things through to the end! Let’s go!”
****
Baekyak Temple.
A massive figure—Go Seung—appeared at the entrance.
“Seon Woo Baek! Where are you?! I heard you’ve been coming here! Come out!”
His thunderous voice echoed through the grounds. Soon, students began emerging from inside, where they’d been training.
Go Seung blinked in confusion at the unexpected number of them.
“What is this place? Wasn’t this temple supposed to be abandoned?”
From the outside, it looked like a ruined temple.
So why were there so many kids here?
And judging by their uniforms, they were all lowerclass students from the same academy—Baekyeong.
“...So he’s already gathered a faction and trains with them?”
Definitely an extraordinary guy.
No wonder he lost to someone like that.
Go Seung’s respect for Seon Woo Baek increased a little.
Then Seon Woo Baek himself appeared.
Upon spotting him, Seon Woo Baek jogged over and respectfully greeted him with a cupped fist salute.
“What brings you to this humble place, senior?”
It was a stark contrast from how their peers had treated Go Seung earlier. Even though he was the one who’d lost, Seon Woo Baek showed no signs of arrogance.
“After losing to you, I was so humiliated I couldn’t sleep at night. I’ve been training with everything I’ve got. I’m here to fight again.”
“You’re asking for a rematch?”
“Yes. If I lose again, I’ll serve under you. But if I win, you’ll announce my victory at the academy tomorrow with your own mouth.”
“I couldn’t possibly take a senior like you as my subordinate.”
“A man’s word is his bond.”
“Then let’s make it this way. If I win... you’ll serve under the man I name.”
“Not you?”
“I’m not worthy to lead someone like you.”
“Then who?”
“If you serve under him, I promise you won’t regret it.”
“...And who is he?”
“I’ll tell you after the match.”
“Hmm... fine. I’m going to win anyway. Let’s do it your way.”
“Thank you. Shall we go inside?”
“Is this where you train?”
“Yes. It’s quiet and abandoned—perfect for focus and discipline.”
“Good spot. Let’s go.”
Led by Seon Woo Baek, Go Seung stepped into the temple.
Inside, the place was clean and orderly, unlike the crumbling exterior.
The sparring courtyard was paved with solid stone. The temple buildings were tidy enough to eat and sleep in without a second thought.
As he looked around, one figure caught his eye.
A kid lounging off to the side, munching on something and watching.
Who’s that guy?
The others looked like they'd been through hell—ragged and bruised. But that kid? Spotless clothes. Perfect condition.
He was curious, but that could wait.
First came the rematch with Seon Woo Baek.
Thud—
Go Seung drew his beloved saber from the earth and spoke.
“This time, I’m not just swinging wildly. I’ll fight you with real martial arts.”
“As you should.”
“You might get hurt. I like you, so... watch yourself.”
Seon Woo Baek smiled.
“I appreciate your concern, senior.”
“The technique I’ll use is Heaven-Breaking Taiyi Strike.”
“I’ll be using the Jincheon Taiyi Fist.”
Shing—
Go Seung lifted the massive saber and took his stance.
“Well then, shall we begin?”
“I’m ready. Please come at me!”
“Here I come! Haaa!”
Go Seung raised his saber high overhead.
Whuuummmm—
The weapon began to vibrate, sending out ripples in the air.
“Ten Thousand Waves, Crushing Mountains!”
Zzzzing—
As Go Seung slammed the saber down, an invisible pressure descended on Seon Woo Baek, like a mountain collapsing from above.
And with it came a massive force surging toward him.
Seon Woo Baek instantly activated Graceful Divine Steps, shifting to the side.
“Hahaha! Knew you’d dodge!”
Go Seung swung his saber sideways like a sword, fast as lightning.
Whoosh—
The gust tore through the air, brushing past Seon Woo Baek’s ear as he dropped low to the ground.
A split second slower, and he’d have been cleaved in two.
“You really don’t hold back, do you?”
“I knew you’d dodge it.”
“I appreciate the respect, but a little mercy would be nice. That wind made my skin crawl.”
“Try saying that with that smug grin off your face.”
Indeed, a cheerful smile had crept onto Seon Woo Baek’s lips.
Fighting Go Seung was fun.
KRRAKABOOM—
The delayed shockwave from Go Seung’s earlier strike blasted apart a section of the temple wall.
“Even the first strike was terrifying.”
“I told you—I’ve been grinding for this rematch.”
“I’m honored. Fighting you is a joy... but I can’t let this drag on.”
“...What?”
“I’m sorry. I’ve got urgent circumstances.”
Suddenly, Seon Woo Baek’s expression shifted to one of urgency.
As he charged forward at high speed, Go Seung sensed something was off and immediately hurled his saber.
“Whirlwind Breaker!”
Whooom whooom whooom—
The spinning blade flew at Seon Woo Baek like a vortex.
Go Seung thought to himself:
The moment he ducks to dodge it, the saber’s suction force will drag him in.
It was infused with Absorption Qi, which pulled in anything nearby.
“...Huh?”
Shhhhhh—
But Seon Woo Baek didn’t duck.
Instead, he dropped flat to the ground, sliding just under the spinning blade’s radius—right outside the Absorption Qi’s range.
He had found the perfect blind spot.
A born talent...
Go Seung was impressed.
As expected of the man who had defeated him.
But while he stood there in awe, Seon Woo Baek was already right in front of him.
Go Seung chuckled.
Just as Seon Woo Baek was about to strike, he abruptly ducked again.
Whooom whooom whooom—
The saber had returned.
THUD—
Go Seung caught the massive blade in his hand once more.
And just as he was about to bring it down on Seon Woo Baek—
THUMP—
A deep, crushing impact struck his abdomen.
Both of Seon Woo Baek’s hands had slammed deep into his stomach.
"Taiyi Energy Burst."
WUMBLE—WUMBLE—
Go Seung’s muscles began to ripple like waves.
“Ghuuh!”
He coughed up blood and collapsed to his knees.
But Go Seung wasn’t the type to fall that easily.
Just as he tried to rise again—
His vision went white.
Seon Woo Baek’s voice echoed faintly.
“The second impact of Taiyi Energy Burst is the real one.”
...Is that so?
Did he lose again?
He had no choice but to accept it now.
“I... lost... again.”
A smile crept onto Go Seung’s lips, and his massive body crumpled to the floor.
****
When Go Seung opened his eyes, the scene in front of him shocked him.
Seon Woo Baek was bowing his head, being scolded harshly by someone.
Who could possibly be chewing out the man who had just defeated him?
He looked closer—and recognized him.
It was that effeminate-looking guy who’d been lounging on the temple veranda earlier.
Go Seung leapt to his feet, snorting like an angry bull, and stomped toward them.
“Who the hell are you?! Who dares speak to the hero who defeated me like that?!”
“Me?” the boy said calmly. “I’m the guy you’re going to serve.”
“...What?”
“You agreed, didn’t you? You said you’d serve whoever Woo Baek pointed to. That’s me.”
“Who even are you?”
“The strongest person here.”
“...What?”
Go Seung couldn’t believe it.
Someone even stronger than Seon Woo Baek?
“Get up.”
Seon Woo Baek stood at attention immediately.
“I told you—win without getting hurt.”
“Sorry! I-I just got caught up in the excitement and let my guard down.”
“Let your guard down again and you’ll die.”
“I-It just grazed me...”
“Grazed you? You’re bleeding.”
It wasn’t that bad.
Just a tiny scratch.
He’d been nicked on the shoulder while trying to dodge the returning saber.
But it had turned into a whole ordeal.
Watching Seon Woo Baek stammer and squirm made it obvious:
This guy really was stronger than him.
But who was he, really?
Could he really be so powerful that even Seon Woo Baek turned into a panicked child?
“I-I don’t believe—”
THUMP—
“Guhhhk!”
Before he could finish, he was suddenly lifted off the ground by his throat.
He hadn’t even seen the man move.
He’d gone from lying down to standing right in front of him in an instant, hand around his neck.
He couldn’t move.
“How about now, senior? Do you believe me yet?”
Powerful.
Far beyond anything he’d felt when facing Seon Woo Baek.
Why wasn’t someone like this known?
Why hadn’t he stepped forward when Seon Woo Baek became the academy’s top student?
Also... wasn’t he shorter than me? How the hell is he lifting me like this?
Even while choking, Go Seung couldn’t help but wonder.
He glanced downward.
His feet were dangling in the air.
No way... he thought. I must be hallucinating.
Go Seung grabbed the arm around his neck with all his might, trying to pry it off.
It didn’t budge.
The grip only tightened.
Impossible.
This guy looked like the weakest one here. His arms looked like they’d snap if you so much as squeezed them.
Yet Go Seung couldn’t even move them.
“My name is Yeon Woo Jin. From now on, I’ll be your master.”
“F-Fine... j-just... let go... M-Master!”
Yeon Woo Jin released him.
“Huff—huff—”
Go Seung gasped for breath and lifted his head.
Yeon Woo Jin was still floating in the air.
It hadn’t been a hallucination.
“Void-Step Ascension...?”
A mythical-tier technique.
Said to be only possible for those who had reached the Divine Realm.
Why the hell did a lowerclassman have it?
Go Seung’s eyes trembled as he looked up at Yeon Woo Jin.
Woo Jin slowly descended toward the ground.
“As my senior, I’ll let you speak casually. But that’s as far as it goes.”
Was... was that something to be grateful for?
“I won’t tell you my identity—so don’t bother asking.”
Where the hell did he get this confidence?
Fine. I’ll just tell everyone tomorrow—
SHIVER—
The moment Go Seung even thought about revealing Yeon Woo Jin’s identity, a wave of overwhelming terror crashed into him.
BANG—BANG—
He suddenly dropped to his knees and began slamming his head into the floor.
Blood poured down his face.
Then, with a bloodied grin, he looked up and said:
“Sorry... I just got overwhelmed by fear. Hah... Can you believe it? A man... afraid?”
