episode_0139

Problems always arise where people gather.

Is that why? Seomhwachon, which had always been quiet, has been growing and noisy events have been occurring recently.

For example, a fight for position.

As it is an island village that has been growing for a while, it was natural for people to flock to the market.

Also, because it was winter, those who could not do farming tried to sell the things they made as a pastime, causing conflict with the existing merchants.

Of course, when such problems arise, most cases are handled by the government, so there was no need to raise any particular issues.

In addition, problems arise due to issues such as farmland issues or things that require cooperation between people from other villages and people from existing island villages.

Those problems were also things that could be solved by the government.

And sometimes, problems arose that could not be resolved in the guest house, and most of those things happened in my guest room.

“Found it! Yangryu!”

“…Tsk!!”

It was about time for dinner. While we were greeting the crowd of guests, we heard a harsh sound from the corner.

When I looked over there, I saw a sword-clad martial arts person openly throwing murderous weapons at the small-bodied female warrior sitting in the corner.

Facing him, the female warrior called Yang Liu gritted her teeth, stood up, and grabbed the sword she was wearing at her waist.

what? Is it Eunwon-gwan?

Although Seomhwachon is a place where martial people do not come often, that does not mean they do not come at all.

A place where martial artists who go to Yangwiseong or go west often stop by.

However, most of the martial artists who came here were quiet, and often just did their own thing and walked away.

Actually, that was a bit strange.

Originally, a guesthouse was considered a center of fighting.

Anyway, it was amazing to see this after such a long time, but I couldn’t just watch it.

“Wait.”

“What!”

“I am the owner of this guesthouse. I don’t know what kind of relationship there is between the two of you, but I would like you to refrain from making a fuss here. If you want to fight, I’ll lend you an empty lot outside, so you can fight there.”

I pointed outside, and Yang Ryu gritted his teeth before nodding.

“Come out. Aptitude.”

“Don’t be funny!!”

No, it’s like this even if you lay the board down. The man called Jeokseong kicked the table next to him. It looks like they are trying to fight using objects.

The table he kicked flew into the sky, and what caught it was a woman sitting in the corner who came next to me.

It was Chaejin.

“…What!”

While Chaejin frowned, I looked at the table.

“The table leg is broken. I can’t use this, so it’s the price of the table. It’s just a hermit.”

“…How dare you interfere with the hunting of this tiger sword aptitude?”

Aptitude for blood test?

ah. I remembered.

He was one of the bounty hunters with no particular affiliation. His skills are not bad, but he is arrogant and cruel.

He especially likes to bully and expose himself by using martial arts against powerless people.

I once heard when I was drinking with Hano that he wasn’t a guy who was looked upon very favorably in Sapa either.

“I’ll kill you!”

-bang!!

The aptitude that showed his teeth was about to rush at him when his body was thrown away.

Chae-jin, who was next to me, was hit by a bullet and fell.

“Such a crazy bird… self. Who dares…!”

Chaejin went outside, showing his will to live stronger than his aptitude. Jeokseong, who once vomited blood in response to her attack, takes out a memorized weapon from his arms and throws it.

An attack aimed at the head and chest.

It was an attack that was clearly filled with murderous intent, but Chaejin only lightly deflected it.

“…Isn’t that Moonwoljeong’s martial arts?”

“You recognize me.”

“It has to be that way. A bounty hunter who cannot recognize the sky…”

Jeokseong, who had been pushed back to the clearing by Chaejin’s continued attacks, pulled out his sword and rushed at him like a roar. But the battle did not last long.

Unable to block, let alone avoid, the Moonlight Sword technique she used, Jeok Seong pierced his chest and fell down, and Yang Ryu sighed as he saw that.

“Because that’s how you die.”

“I see. anyway. Did you have a good meal?”

“Yes. I really enjoyed the meal. The dish was very delicious.”

“Our hostess is really good at cooking. But… what kind of financial relationship do you have with that person?”

“It’s nothing special. They had a grudge against the distribution they received after conquering the secret territory of the Sino-Japanese communists.”

Qing Ilgong was a hero who defeated a huge monster called Gon and boasted powerful and mysterious sword skills.

As such, the rumor spread that the secret place he left behind might contain the secret treasures of the Qing and Japanese Dukes, and there were quite a few martial artists looking for the secret place.

Of course, there was nothing like that.

I searched all the secret places related to the Sino-Japanese communists, but among the things I could find, there was nothing of the secret level.

“Are you also looking for the secret places of the Qing-Japanese Dukes?”

“Haha. I’m embarrassed… but that’s right.”

“I see. I wish you good luck.”

She gave me her hand, paid the price and left.

Normally, most of the martial artists who come to our guest house eat quietly like that and then leave.

“It’s been a while since you put in some effort. Thank you for your hard work.”

“I did what I had to do. What.”

As if the hostility and murderous intent she had shown towards Jeokseong earlier were lies, she smiled and returned to her seat.

Meanwhile, I instructed my servant to report this to the government office.

Even though it was a fight between martial artists and he tried to kill me, murder is murder.

After a while, a military officer I know comes with the soldiers and takes the body away.

The military officer searched his chest, took out a military plaque, identified him, and smiled bitterly.

“Nowadays, as the number of people increases in Seomhwachon, all kinds of people are coming in. Guest owner. Are you okay?”

“Although the table was broken. And does he have a hermit?”

“There are three.”

“Please give me one nyang. Because he broke the table.”

“Haha. yes. Anyway, I’m glad you weren’t hurt.”

“The escort was great so it was okay.”

Chaejin, who was sitting, smiled brightly. The military officer, who knew how much power that beautiful woman possessed, nodded.

“We are very comfortable because the Wolgwangdo Women’s Association stays here.”

“Haha. Still, please do not dereliction of duty. Public security in Seomhwa Village is the responsibility of the government.”

“Hahaha. All right. Then we’ll end it.”

“I want you to take this with you before you go.”

He came late, so I need to take care of something for him. I took some meat and a can of alcohol and came out of the kitchen.

“Oh my. Everything like this.”

” Let’s have a drink after work.”

The military officers and soldiers leave in joy. Since there was a commotion, each dish was served to each guest.

After watching them satisfied, I came and sat down in front of Chaejin. She rested her chin on the table and looked at me and said.

“It seems like the owner of the guesthouse is really great.”

“Suddenly?”

“Not suddenly. You always stay calm no matter what happens. Just like before.”

“There are many times when I am surprised too.”

“…Is that so.”

Chaejin gently laid down on the table, looked up at me, and smiled.

“Anyway. You’re going tonight, right?”

I nodded to her question.

I have to go.

***

It’s not the first time Yuwol and I go somewhere alone.

The two of us went together when we went to Yangwi Castle, and we definitely went together when we first went to Cheongho.

But this was my first time feeling this nervous.

Anyway, he was conscious that Yuwol might know his feelings.

‘What if it’s real?’

Actually, I should have asked him yesterday, but I couldn’t because I was nervous about him going to a secret place.

There was also Chaeryeon next to it.

But isn’t it different now?

Should I ask?

Or what should I do?

But… what if it’s true?

iced coffee. What should I really do?

My head is complicated.

I can’t come to my senses from worry and fear.

“Chae Sojeo.”

“Nehehe?!”

I was confused and answered, but a strange sound came out. Chaejin, embarrassed by that, shrugged her shoulders, and Yuwol spoke to her as comfortably as always.

“Don’t be too nervous. According to my research, the secret area I need to go to is not that difficult.”

“Ah…”

yes. I need to come to my senses.

Chaejin bit her lip.

According to Yuwol, the secret area that can be found further southwest from Seomhwachon will be easier to find and pass through than the secret area we visited yesterday.

So, there is nothing to be too nervous about, but since it is an unexplored area, you still have to be careful.

“Well, what kind of secret area are we going to?”

“One of the secret places of flower and bird style.”

Flower and bird style. I remember.

It was a performance I saw with him at Cheongho.

No, can I say I saw that?

At that time, I was so nervous about going out alone that I couldn’t sleep at all all night.

And when I sat down next to him, I fell asleep leaning against him due to the good smell and atmosphere he gave me.

When I remembered the comfort of that time, my heart was pounding for no reason.

No, I wasn’t excited for no reason.

Because I always got excited whenever I was next to him.

“Even though Hwajopung became human, he did not lose his pride and will. Then, we traveled to many places, gained strength, and defeated monsters… The place we are going to is one of those places.”

“I see… How did you know this?”

“I have known about the flower and bird style for a long time, and I have been continuously researching it. ah. Hey there.”

The place where the running horse stopped was where there was a small abandoned shrine.

When he saw him get off his horse and enter the shrine, Chaejin quickly followed him.

The inside of the shrine was quiet and cozy.

It almost feels like a place where lovers have a secret meeting.

A corner of my heart is pounding.

-Kkiik.

When he touches a small decoration in a corner of the shrine, a sound is heard from underneath. Chaejin held the sword tightly, but he just calmly looked at the decorations.

“Hwajopung had to gain strength to fight against the vicious monsters. And there was someone who helped him gain strength. He is a Taoist called Yin-Yang Seon.”

“Yin-Yang Line… I know. He was a Taoist who realized the principles of yin and yang and taught the world how to use the power of Taegeuk, right? I heard she was quite a pretty woman.”

“Hmm? How do you know?”

“The yin-yang line is also handed down to Munwoljeong.”

“That’s right. There is also a theory that Hwajopung and Yinyangseon were lovers.”

“…Aha. I see…”

It is a secret story related to those who were lovers.

My heart started pounding.

“Anyway… Taegeuk means circulation and reversal, and causes unity. You should also use the secret scriptures found in this shrine.”

Yuwol, who spoke calmly, began to place the shrine’s decorations in order.

Reversal.

Because yin and yang circulate, they do not cause problems even if their places are switched.

No, rather, it uses that change to emit even more powerful power.

As if to prove it, Yuwol changed the decorations without hesitation.

-Cow…!!

The floor of the shrine opens with a low vibration sound. When Chaejin, who was watching, was surprised, Yuwol held out her hand.

“I need your help from now on.”

“Please tell me anything.”

As Chaejin’s eyes lit up, Yuwol spoke seriously.

“According to the records, this secret area is a secret area where we must work together.”

“…Um, our breathing?”

“That’s right. Just like when we installed Beopbo before.”

I remember. It was quite a pleasant memory. His tai chi and my tai chi were in sync with each other, and it felt like one dance move.

But is that possible now?

“…Can you do it?”

Are you nervous just by being together like this?

He was resolute despite Chaejin’s vague gaze and the anxiety contained within it.

“You can do it.”

In that trust.

Chaejin blinked a few times and nodded.

If he trusts me.

“…Then I’ll give it a try.”

Just gets it done.

Because that’s what I must do to be by his side.