Doctor’s Rebirth

Chapter 15.2

CONTINUATION…

As Gongson Yeong’s enlightenment upended the Gongson clan, Jin Cheon-hee crossed paths with the little Supreme Demon, Yeo Ha-ryun.

However, their encounter was unremarkable.

They shared delicious snacks like typical kids their age and engaged in casual conversation.

Yeo Ha-ryun appeared intensely curious about Jin Cheon-hee’s secret to mastering Blood Qi, but he was powerless to inquire further.

Even if he had inquired, Jin Cheon-hee would have dismissed it casually, advising against rushing things.

Together, they slipped away from the training grounds and headed to the marketplace.

There, they discovered skewers of roasted sparrows for sale.

These sparrows were captured, gutted, and then roasted over an open flame.

They were seasoned with soy sauce during grilling, resulting in not only tender meat but also exquisite flavor.

“It tastes even better than when I was younger,” Jin Cheon-hee remarked.

Yeo Ha-ryun, with an expression that implied he thought Jin Cheon-hee was speaking nonsense, asked,

“How much younger are you talking about?”

In response, Jin Cheon-hee chuckled and said, “Yeah, how much younger was I… I thought I’d never get to eat this again.”

It was one of life’s ironies, eating something you believed you’d never have again after your demise.

“Don’t have money? I’ll take care of the bill.”

Upon hearing Jin Cheon-hee’s words, Yeo Ha-ryun’s youthful cheeks reddened with embarrassment.

He had depleted all his savings to go on his previous journey.

Jin Cheon-hee nonchalantly handed Yeo Ha-ryun a skewer of sparrow.

“I have a generous allowance. These days, the Elders of the Cloud Dragon Escort Bureau feel like they haven’t given me enough. Since your hyung is treating you, just enjoy the meal.”

This wasn’t merely a display of politeness by a well-behaved and adorable boy.

Thanks to Jin Cheon-hee, lives that would have otherwise been lost had been spared.

He had saved them.

The debt of saving someone’s life weighed heavily on the people of Gangho.

It was only natural for the surviving person, as well as their family members and friends, to hold Jin Cheon-hee in high regard.

As he entertained these thoughts, Jin Cheon-hee observed that Yeo Ha-ryun’s expression was rather peculiar.

“You mentioned ‘Hyung’…?”

He seemed to have overheard something he wasn’t supposed to, and Yeo Ha-ryun responded as if confirming it.

Although he was still young, his handsome face held promise for the future. Gazing at it, Jin Cheon-hee couldn’t help but feel a mischievous streak.Updat𝒆d fr𝒐m nov𝒆lb(i)n.c(o)m

“I’ve decided to be your big brother, remember? And this is what big brothers do.”

“Ugh, but…”

It seemed that Yeo Ha-ryun didn’t completely grasp the situation.

Yeo Ha-ryun stared at the sparrow skewer that Jin Cheon-hee handed him, hesitated for a moment, and then finally took a bite.

His eyes widened, and he continued eating, one bite after another.

‘Yeah, that’s right. It’s tough being an orphan.’

It’s something he had always wanted in his life.

Like any typical child, he harbored a desire for a family.

He often looked at those who had older siblings buying them delicious treats and felt a deep sense of envy.

Jin Cheon-hee gently patted Yeo Ha-ryun’s back.

“Live life earnestly, my boy. Don’t lose hope, especially when you have me.”

“But you don’t even have any Qi.”

“What does that matter? Look around. These folks are living just fine without Qi. It’s the martial world that makes a fuss about it. They claim you can’t survive without inner energy. Don’t you need a home? Clothes to wear?”

Jin Cheon-hee responded with audacity.

Initially, he considered it nonsense, but as he listened to Jin Cheon-hee, there was something oddly persuasive about his words.

“Oh, Tanghulu. I’ll buy some for you to enjoy while waiting.”

Jin Cheon-hee bought several Tanghulu for Yeo Ha-ryun.

These were hawthorn berries coated in syrup, irresistibly making one’s mouth water.

“Here’s the money.”

Although he hadn’t been in this world for long, Jin Cheon-hee was adept at handling currency.

Perhaps it was due to his experience with international volunteer work? Even before the stall owner could state the price, Jin Cheon-hee quickly handed over the coins.

Suddenly, a loud noise came from behind.

“It’s that kid!”

Upon hearing the commotion, he hurried over to find a crowd gathered.

In the midst of the crowd stood Yeo Ha-ryun, encircled by a group of young men. It was clear that some dispute had erupted.

‘Getting into a brawl with a kid like that… these guys are real bullies.’

Trash existed everywhere, and this place was no exception.

However, it seemed that they still retained a shred of conscience, as they hadn’t drawn their swords.

One of the men threw a punch at Yeo Ha-ryun.

Yeo Ha-ryun ‘s figure vanished.

SFX: Swish—

Then, he reappeared right behind the man.

SFX: Slam!

It was merely a light kick, lacking Qi, yet the man’s back bent as if he were an elderly person.

“What’s going on…!”

Words were unnecessary; Yeo Ha-ryun had swiftly defeated all three of them.

Victory.

To be honest, it wasn’t much of a battle.

The onlookers were taken aback, their jaws dropping.

“You took down those Samgyeon punks! Are you a martial arts prodigy from a prestigious family or something?”

Indeed, they bore nicknames involving dogs.

“They were troublemakers even before this, hitting elderly women and causing chaos. It’s satisfying to see them get what they deserve.”

‘Hehehe, that’s my little brother.’

He couldn’t help but puff out her chest with a grin.

Now they could savor the tanghulu and return. That’s what Jin Cheon-hee had thought.

But then, it happened.

Yeo Ha-ryun seized the arm of one of the fallen Samgyeon members, then twisted it in the opposite direction.

SFX: Crack—

“Arghhhhh!”

A piercing scream reverberated through the air.

Ignoring the agonizing cries, Yeo Ha-ryun similarly bent the man’s other leg.

SFX: Crack—

“Kraaaah! Kraaaah!”

Then, he straddled the man and began relentlessly assaulting his face with his fists.

The sound of a skull cracking filled the air.

With a grim determination, Ha-ryun’s hands continued their merciless assault, leaving the bystanders frozen in horror.

Jin Cheon-hee rushed forward.