Chapter: 201

Mun Ku was able to hear Chun Yuchan’s downfall just one minute after his decision.

“I’m not sure if I have the right to be happy though.”

He felt good that Chun Yuchan was in pain, but it didn’t feel like he had fulfilled his wish since he couldn’t do it on his own. Mun Ku sighed and looked up at Yeowun.

“So, with that said, I want you to take me in.”

“Huh?”

Yeowun frowned. He understood Mun Ku was in a bad spot, but what was this about? Mun Ku then knelt down with his limp legs.

“...I’m sorry. My depression made me say weird things. I am just asking you to take me in... not judging me by my broken arm and leg.”

Mun Ku was here to meet Yeowun as his last resort. If Yeowun did not take him in, then Mun Ku had no way but to fail the third test. Ja Wumin then sent a telepathic message to Yeowun.

[M-master! You must take in Mun Ku!]

Yeowun became curious and Wumin sent him another message.

[Mun Ku is the grandson of the 9th Elder, Mun Yun! One of twelve elders of our cult!]

Excluding the Lord, elders in the Cult were second to none in terms of rank within the Demonic Cult. There was a total of twelve elders, and powerful warriors or leaders of powerful clans were chosen to be elders. There were some exceptions, especially from first to sixth elder spot. These spots were passed down within the six clans. However, that didn’t mean that those elders were weak. The six clans always competed to give birth to a new Lord, so they were always more powerful than most.

Other than those six elders, the other six leaders were those who were chosen to be leaders because of their own power.

9th Elder Mun Yun was a member of the high-ranked clan called the Dragon Fist Clan. He had served in the past Demon-Justice War and achieved many feats which allowed him to become an elder. Mun Yun then supported his clan to become a powerful clan which was almost as powerful as the six clans themselves. Thus, all six heirs asked the Dragon Fist Clan first.

Chun Kungwun of the Sword Clan, Chun Wonryou of the Lust Clan, Mukeum of the Loyal Clan, and Yuchan all contacted Mun Ku multiple times right after the first test, but Mun Ku declined every offer. This was to not side with any of the clans for the upcoming competition since the Dragon Fist Clan did not want to fight against any of the clans by siding with another. Mun Ku had joined the academy to increase his power and prove himself.

This was why Ja Wumin insisted on telling Yeowun to take Mun Ku in.

‘Hmm...’

Mun Ku had potential, but Yeowun wanted members, not just power. From the way he talked, it seemed like Mun Ku was offering to join for the test only.

“Are you saying you will side with me? Or do you just want in as a group member?’

Mun Ku hesitated. He tried explaining his story to get in without mentioning his intention, but he didn’t expect Yeowun to ask him directly again.

‘Ku. You must stay neutral even in the academy. However, we as humans might change our minds. If you find someone you really want to serve, then take a good look at him and judge carefully.”

That’s what his grandfather told him before. If Mun Ku were to serve Yeowun, then he wanted to know more. However, he still needed a group leader to not fail the test. Mun Ku thought for a second and said, “Hmm... Prince, can I think about joining you after I join the team first? It won’t take long.”

It sounded like Mun Ku wanted to solve the problem first and think later. Yeowun shook his head. If he allowed this to happen, then he would have accepted every other cadet.

“Really? Then I refuse.”

“Huh?”

Mun Ku became shocked. He didn’t think Yeowun would refuse right at that moment. Ja Wumin was also shocked and quickly ran up to Yeowun.

“M-master. He has gone through some tough times. Why don’t you think about it?”

He then sent a telepathic message to persuade Yeowun.

[Master! We will regret it if we don’t take someone like Mun Ku! Every prince wants him!]

It would be easier to persuade Mun Ku after letting him join. Ko Wanghur also seemed to agree with the idea and sent a message.