Chapter 73
Hong Suchun stepped forward, blocking Kwak Yeon's path.
"Daoist Kwak, step back. This is a personal matter between me and the Cheonrang Sochae," he said.
"Hong Daehyup?"
"Heh, didn't I teach you the most important rule in Jianghu? Never interfere in other people's personal affairs," Hong Suchun said with a shaky voice. Kwak Yeon could hear the tremor in his tone — a clear sign that he was feeling threatened.
Hong Suchun turned to face the bandits.
"Chief, as promised, ensure the safety of Daoist Kwak and the merchants. If you do that, I won't have any regrets."
"Tsk, still putting on airs even at the end, huh? Fine. We'll keep our word by taking your life," the bandit leader sneered.
At the leader's signal, four bandits spread out, surrounding Hong Suchun.
But despite the tense atmosphere, Kwak Yeon remained exactly where he was, standing firm.
"Daoist Kwak, get back now!" Hong Suchun urged.
Kwak Yeon shook his head.
"No, thank you. This isn't someone else's matter," he said.