The 10th floor of Crescent Moon Martial Arts University's main building. Minwoo stepped into the Dean's office for the first time. But it was completely different from the ordinary office he had imagined.
"Wow..." Minwoo let out an exclamation of wonder.
The entire room looked like an ancient library. Enormous bookshelves reaching to the ceiling filled the walls, packed with ancient texts and martial arts artifacts. The air carried the scent of old books along with a mysterious energy.
"This room itself is one giant barrier," the Nameless Sword explained. "A place where 300 years of accumulated knowledge and power have been condensed."
In the center stood a sword stand where a single, ordinary-looking sword was displayed. But Minwoo's system was sending different signals.
[Extremely Dangerous Artifact Detected]
Target: Nameless Sword (Original Body)
Grade: Heavenly Divine Artifact
Special Abilities: Space-time manipulation, consciousness sealing, barrier construction
Warning: Do not approach carelessly
"That's the Dean's..." Minwoo muttered while looking at the sword.
"A companion I've been with for 300 years," the Nameless Sword said, stroking the blade. "This one played a key role when we sealed Mugeukja as well."
The Dean seated Minwoo in a comfortable chair and sat across from him. Then he began brewing tea. It looked like ordinary tea, but just the aroma alone made Minwoo's mind feel clearer.
"First, you need to properly understand Mugeukja," the Dean said, handing him the tea. "The truth that differs from what the world knows."
Minwoo received the tea and listened carefully.
"Mugeukja wasn't simply a villain. He was... a person who was too far ahead of his time," the Nameless Sword's eyes seemed to gaze into the distant past.
"300 years ago, the martial world was full of discrimination and prejudice. If you weren't from a prestigious family, you couldn't learn advanced martial arts, and defective martial arts were treated like garbage. Mugeukja tried to change that reality."
"Then Mugeukja was a good person?"
"You can't simply divide good and evil," the Dean shook his head. "His ideals were right, but his methods were too extreme."
The Nameless Sword stood up and retrieved a thick book from the bookshelf. The cover read 'Mugeuk Chronicles (無極之書)'.
"This is a theoretical text written directly by Mugeukja. You can understand his true thoughts through this."
[Advanced Information Document Found]
Title: Mugeuk Chronicles - Written by Mugeukja
Contents: Defective martial arts integration theory, martial world reform plans, ideal society implementation methods
Importance: Highest level
Access Permission: Dean's authorization required
"Mugeukja's ultimate goal was to create 'a world where everyone could learn martial arts equally.' He tried to establish a new martial arts system by combining defective martial arts so that anyone could easily learn them."
Minwoo was surprised. That was exactly what he was doing with his system.
"But in the process, too much blood was shed. He forcibly suppressed opposing sects and defined those who didn't agree with his ideals as enemies. In the end..."
"He was sealed."
"Several masters including myself joined forces to stop him. But we couldn't completely kill him. Because his ideals themselves were right," the Dean's expression became complicated.
"So we chose sealing, and decided that when his descendant appeared someday, we would guide them to the right path. That's exactly..."
"The reason you established this school."
"That's right," the Nameless Sword smiled with satisfaction. "You are Mugeukja's descendant, but you can make different choices from him. Inherit his ideals, but don't repeat his mistakes."
Minwoo fell deep in thought. Hearing about Mugeukja made him understand a little better the consciousness within him.
"But Dean," Minwoo asked carefully, "what about the Martial Purification Alliance? They attacked us last night..."
The Dean's expression darkened momentarily.
"Our relationship with them is... complicated. On the surface, we have a non-aggression pact, but there are internal problems."
The Nameless Sword took out an official document from a drawer.
"This is an urgent communique received at midnight last night. It's from the Purification Alliance leadership."
[Urgent Official Communication Contents]
From: Martial Purification Alliance Supreme Council
To: Crescent Moon Martial Arts University Dean
Subject: Emergency Consultation Regarding Last Night's Incident
To the Respected Dean Nameless Sword,
We express deep regret regarding the unfortunate incident that occurred last night. The operation in question was an independent action by elements within the Alliance and was not approved by the Supreme Council.
We will immediately take the following measures:
Disciplinary action against related personnel Reconfirmation of existing non-aggression pact Prohibition of additional threats against student Kang Minwoo
However, we propose the following conditions:
Regular reports on Mugeukja bloodline awakening Prior notification for dangerous martial arts experiments Sharing of Eternal Cycle Scripture related research
If you agree to the above contents, we will continue peaceful coexistence.
Martial Purification Alliance Leader Mugeukja (無極者)
Minwoo was startled when he saw the last signature.
"Mugeukja?! Could that Mugeukja be..."
"No. It's just the same name," the Dean shook his head. "The current Alliance leader is completely different from Mugeukja of 300 years ago. However..."
The Nameless Sword paused and looked at Minwoo.
"That person is also one of Mugeukja's descendants. You could say he's a distant relative of yours."
"What?!"
"Mugeukja's bloodline split into several branches. Some flowed toward the Purification Alliance side, and some toward our side. Those who attacked last night were probably the radical faction within the Alliance."
Minwoo realized the situation was much more complex. It wasn't a simple structure of good versus evil.
"So are we safe from now on?"
"For now, yes," the Dean said, putting the document back in the drawer. "But you need to become stronger. Strong enough to completely control Mugeukja's consciousness."
The Dean stood up and walked to the window. Outside, the campus was bathed in morning sunlight, looking peaceful.
"Minwoo, you have a choice," the Nameless Sword said with his back turned. "You can become like Mugeukja of 300 years ago, or you can walk your own path."
"What do you mean?"
"Mugeukja's ideals weren't wrong. A world where everyone can learn martial arts equally, where there's no discrimination based on birth or background. That's a beautiful dream."
The Dean turned around.
"But he made one critical mistake. He tried to force his ideals on others. He believed that because his goals were right, any means were justified."
Minwoo listened quietly.
"You're different. You have the wisdom to learn from his mistakes and the power to achieve his ideals in the right way." The Nameless Sword approached Minwoo. "Will you promise me something?"
"What is it?"
"Promise me that you'll never lose sight of your humanity, no matter how strong you become. Promise that you'll never sacrifice others for your own goals."
Minwoo felt the weight of the Dean's words. This wasn't just a simple promise. It was a pledge that would determine his future path.
"I promise," Minwoo said firmly. "I'll never become like the Mugeukja of 300 years ago."
"Good," the Nameless Sword smiled. "Then from tomorrow, your real training begins."
[New Training Program Unlocked]
Instructor: Dean Nameless Sword
Objective: Complete control of Mugeukja consciousness
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Special Effects:
Mental strength +50% Consciousness separation technique acquisition Ancient martial arts theory access Emergency suppression method learning
"What kind of training will it be?"
"Mental training mainly. Learning to separate your consciousness from Mugeukja's. It won't be easy, but it's essential."
The Dean walked back to his desk and pulled out another book.
"This is the 'Mind Control Manual' I wrote myself. Study this thoroughly before we start training."
[Special Training Manual Acquired]
Title: Mind Control Manual - Advanced Mental Training
Author: Nameless Sword
Effects: Mental strength training efficiency +100%
Special Note: Cannot be shared with others
"Thank you, Dean."
"And one more thing," the Nameless Sword's expression became serious again. "From now on, you can use this office freely. If anything dangerous happens or if you need urgent help, come here immediately."
"This room itself is a sanctuary," he continued. "No external force can penetrate this barrier. You'll be absolutely safe here."
Minwoo felt deeply moved. To think that so many people were protecting and supporting him.
"I'll do my best not to disappoint your expectations," Minwoo bowed deeply.
"I have faith in you," the Nameless Sword patted Minwoo's shoulder. "You're not Mugeukja. You're Kang Minwoo. Never forget that."
As Minwoo left the Dean's office, his heart was filled with new determination. He now understood his mission clearly.
He would inherit Mugeukja's ideals but walk his own path. He would create a better world, but not through force and sacrifice.
And most importantly, he would never lose his humanity, no matter how strong he became.
The morning sun streaming through the corridor windows seemed to be lighting the way forward for him.
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