The people were alarmed as the city neared the land. There was a slight chance of another attack as the explosion spread farther than Antems seven regions, but they went up the wall to stand watch.

This Antem Im not sure how hard he tried to do this and asked the favor of the gods around

Yuri whistled as she glanced at the devastated lands.

I would be too ashamed to even walk around if it was me. He made all this mess and couldnt pull off anything.

The people around her laughed at her words. There shouldve been at least four or five gods who had been affected by the explosion, and they definitely did not agree to Antems sudden self-destruction. Anyway, thanks to the devastation, it was easy to stand watch as there wasnt much else around.

Teacher! one young boy shouted and Yuri turned to the direction.

Hm.

From far away, someone was walking over. Two people. A man and a woman.

Can someone go and call the Mayor? Yuri asked and then jumped down the wall. She calmly walked toward the two people, but she was ready to fight at any time. These people were either refugees who wanted to get into the city, or they were from another group that was trying to communicate with them. Considering the fact that it had only been an hour since the great explosion, there was little chance for them to be the former.

I dont have a good feeling about this.

Yuri was strong enough to measure the opponents strength, and based off her guess, both of them seemed to be formidable. She might have a hard time even holding on until Dohyuk arrived, but even then, Yuri was prepared for anything.

!

She couldnt stay calm anymore as she recognized their faces. She didnt know the woman, but she knew the man. She had seen him in her previous life for a slight second as an enemy, but she still knew. Why wouldnt she?

Hmmmmmm?

The handsome-looking young man was the one who killed her in the previous life.

Ive seen you before hmm?

Of course, shes from Yoo Dohyuks city. She must be his ally, the woman chimed. Yuri didnt know what happened between the two of them, but she looked annoyed. Yuri couldnt see what face she was making, nor did she realize that the woman wasnt speaking Korean.

No, I dont know her.

She only realized that the mans face had a bigger scar than she remembered.

She seems to know me. See her shaking?

Im sure its because you are rude and violent.

Hmm OH! Yeah!

The man clapped suddenly.

You. Youre that, right? I remember now! I remember everyone I killed. Youre Jung Ilgyu, that bastards crony!

!

You werent one of the higher ranking ones though. But you did know how to fight. It was fun then

The man looked up into the sky, remembering what happened then. However, it was only for a slight second.

But why are you here?

He gaze turned cold. She couldnt even respond.

Why are you, Ilgyus crony, walking out from my bros city? Its too fishy. Was it Ilgyu? Did he put you into Dohyuks city as a spy to take revenge? He wouldnt remember your face. Yeah, thats probably why.

The man began speaking mindlessly as he glared. Yuri quickly pulled out her whip and struck. It was a quick and wise action. If she didnt, the man wouldve charged in and choked Yuri.

The whip struck the mans face, but his two arms grabbed Yuris wrist. The whip did hit his face, crushing his skull and bending his neck, but as if he didnt even feel the pain or he was willing to die, his arms and legs moved separately.

Ouch

As he bled from his eyes, he smiled with his broken nose and teeth.

Youve gotten stronger.

He began to strengthen his grasp and Yuris wristbone began to crack.

Its you who hit me first, you f*cking b*tch?

Yuri kicked the mans genital area instead of answering, but before she could do so, the man let go of Yuris right wrist and swung her left. Yuri was pulled high up into the air and he threw his fist at her stomach.

Yuri braced herself for a heavy blow and gritted her teeth.

A flash of light passed between them. Her body fell onto the ground, and she wasnt punched by the man. On her wrist, the mans one arm was still hanging there by itself as it was sliced from the body.

Yuri looked up. The man was standing with his lost arm, and the woman was pushing her sword against the mans neck.

What are you doing

The man didnt seem like he was in pain. He only looked annoyed and shocked.

Im stopping you before you do anything thats uncalled for.

Didnt you just she hit me first! Look at my fa

What I saw was that you attacked first and she defended herself.

You f*cking chink

The woman responded to the insult immediately. Three slashes happened at once. Yuri was looking at it directly, but she couldnt follow the movement as it was finished

The remaining arm and legs of the man dropped to the ground, along with his body.

What the f*ck are you doing, you b*tch!!!!!!!!!!!

Shut up.

Her face twisted disgust and she kicked the mans face. The man fell unconscious and she turned to Yuri. She began to speak in English, guessing that Yuri didnt speak Chinese.

I apologize for what just happened although it wont take anything back. Please, forgive us.

Even then, Yuri knew the woman wasnt letting her guard down. The woman seemed to realize the discussion between Yuri and the man, and was ready to cut her down any second if Yuri tried something.

And if the woman did act

I will die.

There was no chance. The woman was that much stronger. She was so strong to the point that she reminded Yuri of Dohyuk. Yuri stood up.

You

She tried to ask who she was, but realized it was a foolish question. There was only one possible person. The young mans name was Lee Kyuho. He was one of the lieutenants, known for his power similar to that of his leader, Yoo Dohyuk. He misunderstood Lee Yuri, but the man was surely an ally of Dohyuks. She spoke Chinese and used swords.

You are the Swordmaster.

If you prefer that name.

She responded with a tired look. Yuri placed her whip back onto her belt.

If you are here to meet our ruler, I will take you to him. But you have to follow my guide and suggestions without any unexpected behaviors.

Yes. I will do as you ask, she answered calmly. The Swordmaster, Feiyen, placed her sword back in the scabbard on her back and grabbed the fainted Kyuhos neck.

Dont worry about cutting limbs.

Kyuhos wounds werent bleeding as they had already begun regenerating. Yuri nodded and began to walk as Feiyen followed her. She asked after a few steps, May I ask a question, if its not too much trouble?

Of course.

Yoo Dohyuk. How much stronger is he than you?

Yuri tried to speak, but she smiled bitterly.

Im not sure. I dont know how many mes are required to defeat him.

I see.

The Swordmaster didnt seem to doubt her words and nodded.