episode_0049

After completing his attack on Yangyang, Hangwoo returned.

The soldiers of the Xiangliang army greeted the detachment of the Xiangjeong army, which returned with a report of victory, with thunderous shouts.

Hang Jeok’s detachment went back to their respective areas to rest with faces as hard as stone, and Hang Jeok also went into Hang Liang’s barracks without a second thought.

“I heard it was a tough fight. You worked hard. Is there anything damaged?”

When Xiang Yu paid a military tribute, Xiang Liang patted her on the shoulder and said,

“It’s okay. It’s just that the soldiers were a little hurt.”

Haengjeok answered in a hard voice.

“I see. Take care of the wounded soldiers and give them a banquet. If there is a brave person among them, a reward will be given.”

Hang Liang repeated the same words to the officer.

The officer nodded and left the barracks to carry out the order.

“So, what did you do with positivity?”

When Heng Liang asked, Heng Je answered without hesitation.

“We buried all the citizens who fought against us.”

His tone of voice was so calm that a heavy silence fell in the barracks.

“Buried alive?”

Xiang Liang asked with a dark face.

“Yes.”

Wake answered briefly.

“How many are there?”

In response to Haengjeok’s question, Haengjeok opened his mouth.

“There were about 5,000 people.”

“…”

Hang Liang was inwardly embarrassed.

It is right for the high-ranking officials of the Jin Dynasty to be killed. However, it is better to save the soldiers and the people.

Now that the castle has been captured, it is the territory of the Xiangliang army. Shouldn’t there be manpower to manage and protect the land?

‘Is that kid the one I know? ‘Are you saying that the child who was only used as an ornament, like a doll, has turned into a wolf?’

Haengjeok had to try hard not to show his confusion.

“Was it necessary? Write it down.”

Xiang Liang forced himself to swallow the numerous questions that were rising within him and asked:

“It was necessary, uncle.”

Haengjeok spoke without hesitation.

His tone of voice was so unwavering and confident that it was difficult to question him further.

“I see… I got it.”

After saying this, Hang Liang changed the topic and proceeded with the meeting.

Future course, supply, and even enemy forces. Hang Liang’s ability to deal with numerous pending issues and look at them in detail was worthy of being called a model for generals.

However, Hang Liang’s stomach was still dizzy.

‘The momentum of the wake is clearly amazing. That attitude that remains unwavering even after burying countless citizens… It’s hard to believe that he’s a quiet child-like person not long ago, but it’s a quality that will undoubtedly be of great use in difficult times. I guess I’ll have to keep a closer eye on that kid from now on.’

Hang Liang put an end to the confusion within with this conclusion.

When he finished the meeting, the barracks door opened and a messenger came in.

“ Here’s the report, General! We have found King Hoe’s grandson, Woongshim!”

The faces of the Xiang Liang Army staff brightened at the messenger’s shout.

‘Now I have all the cards I need to get.’

Hang Liang thought.

‘The moment to move has arrived.’

He secretly clenched his fists.

*****

Xiang Liang ordered messengers to send messages to all counties.

It was the first time since raising an army that he summoned not only the generals he personally commanded but also those who had joined his forces.

Numerous Chu generals who had raised an army to overthrow Jin flocked to Xuehyeon, where the Xiang Liang army was encamped.

My brothers and I, who were eating rice in Hangryang County, were no exception.

The younger brothers, who had only recently arrived in Seolhyeon, attended a banquet given by Xiang Liang without being able to recover from their fatigue.

Xiang Liang’s explanation was to establish King Xiong as the monarch, but there were no naive generals who truly believed his words.

This was a banquet to publicize that Xiang Liang had become a true figure of Chu.

He had the strongest military power in the state of Chu, and there was no one, at least in the state of Chu, who could stop him after finding a descendant of the king of Chu and obtaining a justification.

As I left for the banquet, Noh Gwan, Beon Gwae, Ha Hoo-yeong, and others who had come a long way followed behind me with tired expressions.

For your information, Soha could not come.

He said he wanted to come, but there was nothing he could do since there was no one else who could supervise the administrative work.

“Everyone is nervous. Unlike the previous banquet, this place is inside the tiger’s maw. If you show even the slightest gap, you will be bitten.”

Zhang Liang whispered.

I nodded and thanked Zhang Liang for his advice.

We reached the military camp at Hangryang and entered it, swallowing dry saliva.

“Loss! Welcome!”

Hang Liang greeted me and his younger brothers with a bright expression. Unlike usual, it was a respectful word. Since it was a formal event, they seemed to be more polite.

“The generals of our country of Chu fought under one base, but many of them did not even know each other. But today, on this glorious day, this aircraft carrier has created a place where we can meet each other and deepen our friendship, so how can we not be happy about this?”

Hearing Xiang Liang’s words, I put on a desperate business smile.

“That’s right, General. I am also very happy to meet the heroes of our time.”

In addition, small business comments were exchanged.

After the pretense, Xiang Liang spread his arms and introduced me to the soldiers.

“This Duke of Pae here is a hero who killed the cruel Jin County leader who was exploiting Paehyeon and stabilized the place with his wise rule! My last name is Yuyo and my first name is Gye! Today, let us be a hero who saved Sasu-gun from tyranny by putting not only Paehyeon and Pungeup, but also Tanghyeon and Haeup under his feet!”

Hang Liang praised me with his skillful speech, as if the generals before me had also treated him with gold.

All the generals stood up and came to me and saluted.

Hmm, it was a bit embarrassing, but it didn’t feel too bad.

This seems to be why it is said that a place makes a person.

As the owner of Paehyeon, I tried not to lose my dignity and received their greetings.

When I feel a little discouraged, I think to myself, ‘Who am I? He encouraged me by shouting, ‘Owner of Paehyeon!’

Villas similar to mine, such as Gyeongpo, Jinyoung, Goddess, and Pogogun, were part of the forces of the Hangryanggun, but mainly operated independently.

All the way down to the generals directly under the command of Xiangliang, such as Gyepo, Zongrimae, Atoll, Yongjeo, and Jeonggong.

I exchanged greetings with many famous people.

As the numerous shouts ended, I felt the back of my neck becoming stiff from drowsy fatigue.

Now, let’s drink alcohol in moderation and build friendships.

I don’t know anything else, but I am confident in the ability to have fun while drinking, so I tried to sit down, cheering inside.

“Loss! Could you come here for a moment?”

Xiangliang called me in a loud voice.

After telling my younger brothers to be quiet, I followed his call and came out of the camp.

What was there was a wake.

‘…You look very tired. There’s no way the battle will be easy.’

I sympathized with the wake that must have been difficult.

At the same time, it was true that these questions arose.

‘But why did you call me? Why go out like this?’

The wake had just had its name elevated by its recent victory.

Among the generals, there were many who respected him and called him a ‘little general.’

Even though Woong Shim is currently the main star of the banquet, Haeng Jeok can also take on a significant supporting role.

It would be more beneficial to socialize with the generals in the military camp.

But why are you alone outside the military camp?

And the uncle called me instead of stopping me?

I guessed that it wouldn’t be a very good thing, so I internally raised my guard.

“It’s nice to see two heroes standing side by side like this.”

Xiang Liang said this and smiled softly.

Since I don’t use honorifics, I think it’s a sign to speak comfortably…

What is that sly old man’s intention?

“I guess the relationship between the enemy and defeat is really strong. Even though we only met a few times, it’s amazing to see that we have so many opportunities to be together so closely.”

Hang Liang said this and laughed.

“That’s right.”

I said hello without removing my business smile.

However, I felt extremely uncomfortable.

Although I didn’t have enough time to get to know Hang Liang well, one thing was certain.

Xiang Liang, that author is by no means a great person who would do something useless.

This means that, like ordinary people, he was not a leisurely person who made such arrangements just to build friendships.

“The path our military must take in the future can truly be called a thorny path. Jin’s army is powerful and the world is in chaos. But now that these two heroes have followed the guidance of fate and become together, this body is extremely reassuring.”

Hang Liang didn’t even put saliva in his mouth and kept saying things he had no intention of saying.

I was quickly typing away at the calculator in my head, and I glanced at Hangjeok’s face.

He must have been completely embarrassed, too, as his face turned red and his lips were licking.

“However, heroes are by nature like the wind. This uncle is afraid that if the two heroes do not form a deeper bond, they will be separated by a twist of fate.”

Hangjeok twitched his eyes and immediately opened his mouth.

“No way… Sue, uncle… Bran, bran, bran…”

marriage?

…Well, that could happen. But is there a need to hate it like that? I feel a little sad.

“No, that’s not it, write it down.”

Hang Liang said with a grin.

“I want to bring you two into a relationship of brothers under my supervision. If you form a relationship like that, your relationship will definitely last forever. What do you think, Paegong? Will you accept my offer?”

“…”

How do you say no? You are my boss.

“It’s an honor, General.”

I bowed my head and expressed my gratitude.

“Then, what about you?”

Haengjeok lowered his head and thought for a moment.

“Less?”

When she didn’t answer, Xiang Liang called her name in frustration.

Haengjeok’s hand moved slowly and pulled my sleeve weakly.

Wake looked at my face, his face trembling as if it was about to explode.

The raised eyes were so cute that my heart felt like it was going to explode.

“Oh, oppa?”

Wake whispered.

Wow, fuck.

I almost had a heart attack.

I fucking love it.

A beautiful younger sister who appears out of nowhere. I almost screamed at what my brother and sister, who I had no connection with in my past life or even now, were saying.

It’s not for nothing that otakus are crazy about their younger sisters. It’s really nice.

Thinking like that, I just smiled and was filled with happiness that I couldn’t hide.