I Became a Supporting Character in a Martial Arts Novel (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 103

Nangong Seohan seemed to gather his words for a moment, then soon let a bitter smile appear on his face.

“I wish to apologize for my rudeness the last time we met.”

“…Um.”

“I know this is sudden, but it feels like if I don’t do it now, I may never get another chance.”

He seemed slightly awkward, as if he’d never spoken this way before.

His embarrassment was obvious, and perhaps because of that, he began listing things he didn’t actually need to say, without waiting for my reply.

“To be honest, until recently, I held onto a confidence that lacked solid grounds—perhaps it’s more accurate to call it pride. Deep down, I knew I fell short of the ideal I set for myself, and that frustrated me. That’s why I wanted to defeat the Sect Leader and prove myself….”

Though he didn’t finish his sentence, what came next was clear: he’d wanted to prove himself, yet had been defeated instead.

‘He’s going to regret saying things he didn’t need to once he comes to his senses later… this man.’

He might even kick off his blankets in his sleep.

If I kept silent any longer, I feared I’d make the future Nangong Seohan even sadder. After some hesitation, I finally spoke.

“Forgive my bluntness, but Young Master, you didn’t achieve your goal. In fact, precisely because of that, I find your current apology to me… rather unexpected.”

“Of course it is. I’d feel the same if I were in the Sect Leader’s position. Honestly, right after that defeat, I can’t say I felt good about it either. But I realized it would be even more foolish to stubbornly refuse to accept it. Once I acknowledged it, I actually felt somewhat relieved.”

For someone admitting his shortcomings, he showed no trace of resignation whatsoever.

Initially, I’d only intended to listen since he claimed to have something to say—but now, the whole situation had started to intrigue me slightly.

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