Master Yukhap says,

Low-Down Sect Leader, arent you looking down on me?

No, of course not.

Ive seen guys like you in Kangho. Especially in orthodox factions.

Looks like Master Yukhap is angry.

Is that so?

Died while fooling around believing in their faction. Having faith in their martial arts skills and died due to arrogance. Died from ignoring me due to my looks. The same goes for you. I guess you look down on me because Im dragging the pests around.

Master Yukhap smirks at me. The moment Master Yukhap lays his orders, the seven bugs will attack me no matter their livelihood.

On the other hand, I sit alone in the main hall and calmly wait for Master Yukhap to give his order.

Master Yukhap, who is staring at me for a while, tilts his head and says,

How unusual. Youre too young to be this calm.

Il Chung says to Master Yukhap,

Should we kill him, sir?

Wait it out.

Yes.

Look at his expression. Hes a weirdo.

I wait without much response and tell Cha Sung-tae,

Sung-tae, bring me some Dukuang liquor.

Right away, sir.

When Cha Sung-tae walks in, puts the two Dukuang liquor on the table, and disappears, Master Yukhap asks,

Is there poison this time?

I pour a drink without answering.

I wanted to pour a glass of alcohol for the pests that had died in my hands, but I cant since Master Yukhap is a skeptic.

After downing three glasses, I look at Master Yukhaps ugly face.

It was the same in my previous life, but I now could read his emotions which were uglier than his own face.

Having an ugly face doesnt mean you have a twisted mind.

But this guy has both.

Master Yukhap is such a vicious person that he later gained the fitting nickname of Ghost Demon (). Perhaps thats why he appears more hideous. Feeling the alcohol kick in, I say to Master Yukhap,

Master Yukgap.

Its Yukhap.

Now that Im seeing you, youre ugly.

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Your face is so ugly. In terms of visuals, youre uglier than all the pests here. So, did you purposely pick ugly guys as your subordinates? Just so you ugly bastards can come in packs. No?

Master Yukhap looks really angry.

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He is so angry that he cant utter a single word to me even though he is slowly blinking his eyes.

On the other hand, the Gold Silver Seven Insects are standing by with their heads lowered. They must be aware that Master Yukhap hates people insulting his appearance the most.

Master Yukhap says with a smile,

Youre a dead man.

I laugh and reply,

Why? Because I teased you for being ugly?

Am I that ugly?

I watch Master Yukhap with my chin propped.

Lets see. Lets take a closer look. Look twice, look three times.

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Youre absolutely hideous. Youre ugly no matter how much I look at you, Master Yukgap.

Perhaps because I was speaking too bluntly. Master Yukhap, who was about to lose his cool, suddenly puffs and laughs.

How absurd.

I laugh at Master Yukhaps expression.

It must be absurd. Im taken aback, too. Its rare to see a smiling man this ugly. How horrible.

Are you finished, Leader?

I respond accordingly because I think Master Yukhap is about to lash out.

No. I need to tell you this. I know why youre ugly.

Master Yukhaps eyes widened.

What the hell are you talking about?

Listen up, I dont back out from fights. Even if one of us dies in a fight, I have to tell you this. Hear me out, I know exactly why youre so ugly. I even have the solution. It wont be too late to fight me after listening to the story.

I say with a grim look on my face.

On the other hand, Master Yukhap is looking at me as if I were delirious with his ugly face.

I tremble my hands as if trying to calm a livid dog and say,

Would you hear me out? Youll regret it if you dont. I dont know many people.

With ragged breaths, Master Yukhap stares at the insects including Il Chung. The bugs had their heads lowered as if they were people who were about to die.

Master Yukhap says,

Tell me.

Yukgap calm down and listen carefully.

Suddenly, Master Yukhap shouts as he slams the table continuously.

I said my name is Yukhap! Not Yukgap, its Yukhap. Yukhap! Yukhap! Yukhap! Yukhap! You prick! Is it that hard? I will tear you to pieces!

Putting my hands down, I appease the former Ghost Demon.

Okay, okay. I got it. Stop fussing and listen carefully. Master Yukhap, allow me to explain. Listen first and then get angry.

Tell me.

Drinking the liquor, I ask the pests.

Anyone want a drink? No? Good. Ill have to drink it alone. Let me explain.

I preach the Ugly Man Theory seriously.

This is a pretty profound problem. The thing with men there is the idea of born handsome and acquired handsome. Likewise, there is the idea of born ugly and acquired ugly. Born handsome is the attractive appearance you were given since birth. You understand up to here, dont you?

Master Yukhap stares at me.

Go on.

I point my finger at Master Yukhap.

You are born ugly. It means youve been ugly since birth.

Master Yukhap looks at me with his mouth half open.

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But the problem is, you became an acquired ugly man. What could be the reason? I mean, even an ugly man can be acquired handsome. Its my unwavering opinion. Especially, Kangho warriors like us. You just dont know how.

What a load of rubbish.

What do you think that means? This means that a born handsome can become ugly. The key is the harmony of mind and expression.

You sound like a moron.

I nod.

It may sound like that if you dont understand. When a guy laughs, the expression and mind should be in tune, just like inner and outer martial arts. You were thinking about hurting someone, but when your face smiles, your facial muscles tend to twist to the ugly side.

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I too have once had a murderous smile. But now I often laugh because Im happy. Besides, you have an ugly face, but your heart and expression dont align. Youre just making your ugly face worse. A mans face usually changes every ten years. Even if you were born ugly, knowing this means your face changes just as Kangho warriors Qi changes. Is it difficult? Actually, its such a difficult and mysterious problem that it feels like Im explaining martial arts.

I look at Master Yukhap as I down a glass of liquor.

Master Yukhap says,

Elaborate. Dont tell me theres more? If you cant convince me, youre dead today.

Well, save those stupid threats to your subordinates. Very well. That was a bad analogy. Let me explain. There was a mans smile that I thought was really cool. Who could it be?

Who?

Is it Sword Demon?

You mean Sword Demon of the Demon Cult?

I nod.

This man has only ever laughed out loud in front of me once. The smile at the time was really worth seeing. Why is that? Because it was rare for a guy who never laughs. This man never easily laughs, but when he does, he laughs heartily. This gives you a rough idea of what kind of man he is, doesnt it?

I suppose.

This is the first case. The second time is when Alliance Leader Im So-baek laughed. Oh, he also doesnt laugh much like Sword Demon. If you put them together, I bet they would only talk expressionless for a hundred days. Leader Im also had a stern expression all the time, so it was really difficult to check his smile. But he certainly knows how to laugh. Its a smile that creeps out after confirming the safety of his men and ending the operation safely.

So, what about it?

I glare at Master Yukhap.

Even a man who only laughs once a year is nice to see. No matter how ugly you are by nature, you can become a nurtured handsome man. Even more so since Kangho warriors can utilize their Qi and aura. The smiles of Alliance Leader and Sword Demon, who escaped the Demon Cult, are rare. Its because they dont really have much to laugh about. Thats how hard it is to make them laugh sincerely. On the other hand

I point my finger at the pests.

Look at these pests giggling all the time since arriving. None of these guys laughed for a moment because something was funny. No one laughed because life is enjoyable and fun. Is the fake laughter that you made while shoving stale-tasting food into your throat, worrying if it was poisonous, sincere? Its all fake, survival, moronic smiles because theyre scared. Thats why their faces are messed up.

I explain from the beginning.

This is what happens when the mind and the smile dont match. These forced smiling pests will get uglier and eventually turn into monsters in ten years. I told you, didnt I? A mans appearance changes every ten years. It is the same as your inner Qi levels. Your natural face is no big deal to Kangho warriors. Will you slowly grow stronger and become a handsome man? Or will you live ugly day by day and become an ugly man? Thats the secret to appearances.

I explained it so seriously that I had to wipe sweat off my forehead. As I drink Dukuang liquor, I say,

Now you know why youre ugly? Master Yukgap.

Master Yukhap glances at me calmly.

Leader, let me ask you one thing.

Yes, go ahead.

I introduced myself as Master Yukhap, but why do you always call me Master Yukgap?

I shake my head and answer in a grave tone.

Thats me.

What does that mean?

I grinned as the corners of my mouth curled. It was very fun to tease the former Ghost Demon.

Its up to me. Whether youre Yukhap or Yukgap, the fact that youre ugly doesnt change, so dont be so petty. Why does it matter if it is Yukhap or Yukgap? Your face and mind are ugly anyway. How Do you understand me? I wonder if you feel like living again after receiving tips and information on how to become a handsome man. Wow, I cant believe Im giving you this information without charging a fee. Will there ever be another swordsman like me?

While Master Yukhap takes a deep breath, I continue.

No matter how ugly you are, a man who smiles sincerely is beautiful. A smile like that cannot be hidden by ugliness. No matter if you dont die today or tomorrow, remember. We can all be handsome men.

My lecture, which started with the Ugly Men Theory, ended with the Handsome Theory. I felt a prick because it felt like Id swindled them.

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I ask Master Yukhap reluctantly.

So? Are you going to fight me? Youre going to end your life today? Thats too bad.

I call my men before Master Yukhap could respond.

Sung-tae, Chief So, and Master Hoyeon. Officials.

The waiting men walk out to the main hall and say,

Yes, Leader.

Did you call for us?

I stare at Master Yukhap and order my men.

If I get beaten by one of these guys.

Yes, sir.

Please ask my acquaintances in Kangho to avenge me.

Cha Sung-tae nods and replies.

Please lay your order.

Contact Alliance Leader Im So-baek, Sword Demon Sunbae who managed to escape Demon Cult, the Cult Leaders Sister Blood night Palace Leader, and the Wind Cloud Mong Clans second son shithead to seek my revenge.

Yes.

Also, you shouldnt leave out Nanming Society, South Horizon Sect, and Black Hurricane Castle.

Of course.

Come to think of it, my acquaintances are situated throughout orthodox, unorthodox, and demon factions. Guess I didnt live life in vain.

Thats right.

Please let my hometown friends in Ilyang know. Sung-tae, you should take revenge in about 10 years. You still suck.

All right.

I speak in a solemn tone.

Let them know the Low-Down Sect Leader was falsely murdered. Say Master Yukhap is Master Yukgap, tell them I was attacked because I was just merely stating facts, that he was ugly. Theres no wrongful story like mine. Alliance Leader will feel especially very sorry for me. We had shared a deep comradeship as we exterminated Namak Sect together, so make sure to put Master Yukhap and his men on the Most Wanted List. Not Yukgap, its Yukhap. Dont forget.

Cha Sung-tae nods.

I will definitely deliver the message. Is it Yukgap?

Its Yukhap.

Yes, I understand.

I grab Moonlight Dagger stuck on the table and stare at Master Yukhap.

Good. Im relieved. Now lets fight

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Mas.TerYukGap.

I smile broadly after calling out to the former Ghost Demon. In this case, it was a very appropriate expression since it was fun to tease him.

Ah, itd be too troubling if I become too handsome at this rate

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I did some self-reflection.