1 year later -
--At the entrance of the heavenly demonic cult's academy, the 1000 demon martial school.--
"Yawn.." there were two gaurds at the main entrance that dealt with the disciples that wish to join the academy. "The disciples this time looks really talented, there weren't this much when we were the disciples of the school, jae bok"
"Yeah ji yoon, this generation will make the cult even more powerful,... Ah right, the the heir of the heavenly demon are also here this time around "
"This will be the start of the succession war... Haha"
"Yeah, who do you think can become the successor "
"Probably, the 1st or the 3rd heir"
"Yeah they r said to be the best in the heirs, though this are just rumors"
"Hmm, well they r all good, so any one of them can become the heir,... Apart from that child ofcourse "
"Ahh... The illegitimate? Well no one was willing to teach him martial arts, and he also had a weak body. Pitiful child"
"Well it doesn't matter since, he has been missing for a year now, rumours are that he died or ran away from the cult"
"What!? Why did i never heard of it "
"You were in seclusion that time around -"
A young man appeared running towards the gate
"?? Kid are you late for the admission? Man kid this day-" his face said it all he was surprised to the point he couldn't believe his eyes,... A young man with purple eyes, something only the blood of heavenly demon possessed, he was none other than the 6th heir , the illegitimate ma shin-woo, but he was different from the rumours
He stepped into view like a shadow pulled from silence—calm, unreadable, and utterly self-contained. His long black hair framed a pale, almost ethereal face, and his violet eyes held no emotion, only depth. There was beauty in his features—refined, almost feminine—but the coldness in his gaze left no room for warmth.
Clad in crimson and black robes, he moved with quiet precision, each gesture controlled, deliberate. He said nothing, yet the air shifted around him. It wasn't just his appearance—it was the weight he carried, the silence that followed him like a second skin.
His body looked well trained, as if it was completely different person but there was no denying that it is none other than the illegitimate heir....
"Are you perhaps the 6th heir?"
"Ah yes, can you help me get in... I got a little late" I'm finally here, the first step to reach my goal
"Yes ofcourse, 6th young master" he took me in through the gate guiding me himself. This was the first opportunity, I'll take this and win succession war. The 1000 demon martial school i will conquer it.
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The 1000 demons martial school, as its name suggests a total of 1000 disciples of the heavenly demonic cult that are yet to reach the age of 20 joins. This school was started by none other than the 23rd heavenly demon , he built the school to train the the disciples for the sake of cult. It was only held once every 15 years and continuous for 5 years. There was only one rule, to not kill any disciples, meaning as long as you don't *kill* anyone, you could do nearly everything in the school. Hence this place became the first step of the heirs to the succession war, where they gather subordinates and allies while competing with eachother.
But apart from this nothing else was known about the school, the content of the school and how to graduate were all hidden. Those who had once joined it weren't allowed to tell anything and only the 12 elders, 5 royal clans and only the 4 gaurdians could speak of it. This place was the most important for ma shin-woo with no allies or support.
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Guided by the gaurd, ma shin-woo finally reaches the main grounds where the admitioned disciples gather, all eyes were on him, of confusion, of pity, of envy, of hatred, everyone knew it was the 6th heir even though no one has ever actually saw him..... And the ones with the strongest gaze were none other than the 5 heirs of the main line
[ The 1st child of Heavenly demon, the heir of sword, Ma mugeuk]
He has long, dark hair tied in a topknot, sharp blue eyes, and defined eyebrows. He wears traditional black robes with white inner lining and has a serious, focused expression.
[ The 2nd child of Heavenly demon, The heir of sound, Ma cheonghwa]
She has long dark blue hair, pale skin, and sharp, cold eyes. Dressed in a red robe, she gives off an elegant yet intimidating presence.
[ The 3rd child of Heavenly demon, The heir of blade, ma ryujin]
He has sharp blue eyes, messy dark-blue hair, and a calm, mysterious look. His outfit is traditional, and his pose suggests power and control.
[ The 4th child of Heavenly demon The heir of spear , Ma cheon-ho]
Long brown hair, blue eyes, confident smirk, and refined traditional robes — gives off a clever and composed vibe.
[ The 5th child of Heavenly demon , The heir of poison , ma dok-ja]
A confident young man with long black hair tied back, one golden and one purple eye and a sly smirk. He wears a luxurious black robe with gold accents and intricate patterns, exuding charm and cunning.