episode_0038

There is a lot of work to be done in order to prevent attacks by Cheolhyeolmun Gate and to prevent deaths at Hongseongmun Gate.

Not only me, but Hong Seong-moon as well.

Haven’t you been busy working for that purpose?

Of course, I wasn’t worried that Hong Seong-moon wouldn’t do well.

That’s because, unlike when Hongryeon had to move busily due to lack of operating funds, Hong Seong-moon now has plenty of leeway, so the possibility of making a mistake is significantly lower.

I read the letter again to make sure there were no mistakes in the things that had to be done at Hongseongmun, and called the postal inspector.

After handing over the order form to be sent to the Cheonghoe Sangdan and the box containing the letter and letter to be sent to Sayun to the postman, I headed straight to the government office.

Even though it was a night with the moon high, the government office was crowded with soldiers.

“Oh. Welcome.”

A military officer, whose face I was now familiar with, smiled and spoke to me. Is it because of what I asked before?

There has been an increase in the number of cases where the prefectural commander personally takes soldiers to training.

No, it’s not just that.

“The number of soldiers has increased.”

“Haha. yes. Last time, the hostess did a good job researching about the Demonic Cult, right? The central government dispatched more troops in case another attack occurred.”

The number of troops has increased by about three times compared to the existing ones, and the new soldiers seem to have quite high equipment, morale, and skills, probably because they are elite soldiers to deal with the Demonic Cult.

“There are a lot of hardships. Sir, are you inside?”

“Yes? ah. yes. Shall we take you?”

“No. I’ll just go in. And since you’re having a hard time training, I’ll send you some of my pigs.”

“Oh my. I just get this every time…”

“Hahaha. It’s no big deal. ruler. Well then, thank you for your hard work.”

After patting the shoulder of the apologetic military officer, I went straight inside. Is it because I’ve been visiting the government office often lately? Some officials smile and greet me.

“Welcome.”

It looks like he is directly participating in the training as he is wearing armor. When we were drinking together, he talked a lot about how he belonged to the military and fought against demonic cults and monsters before he was appointed as the prefectural commander here.

Seeing him dressed up like that makes him look pretty good.

When I came in, I smiled and said hello to the wise man who had taken off his helmet.

“You’re busy, but I guess I came here for no reason.”

“Why are you saying such sad things? ruler. Please sit down.”

The mayor himself gives the car a ride. After sipping it and chatting about the latest news, I slowly got to the point.

“Did you know that new equipment was introduced at the top of the hearing?”

“Hmm? iced coffee. I know.”

“I’m thinking of bringing some of that in… If you don’t mind, I’d like to deliver some to the coffin.”

“Oh. That’s good. What do you plan on pricing?”

“Here…”

When the amount was shown, the mayor thought for a moment and nodded. Since the price is reasonable and I know about Cheonghoe Sangdan, I don’t pay much attention to it.

If there was another merchant in the village, or if another merchant had contacted them, it wouldn’t be like that…

And the arms are bent inward, right?

We, who worked hard to feed each other until now, have become friends with each other.

“Because there are a lot of things I get help from as a guest. There won’t be any problems there… Would you like me to stamp it now?”

“Thank you for your answer.”

The Hyeonryeong smiled, stamped his seal, and grinned.

“By the way, guest drinker. Are you aware that the movements of the Safa factions have been unusual recently?”

“If it’s not serious…”

“They say that investigators are moving not far away. I don’t know where they are aiming… but in the worst case scenario, they might attack here. But don’t worry. I wouldn’t know if I didn’t have a medical history, but I’m not going to pretend I don’t know if I have a medical history.”

Of course, the troops now being recruited are to prepare for the fight against the Demon Cult. However, since it is the prefecture that leads them, it is up to him to decide how to use them.

“That’s why. Can I pay for the goods to be delivered this time at a later date? I would like to give it to you when the fall harvest is over.”

“Ah. Of course. I harvested barley recently, so I have some extra money.”

“That’s really fortunate!”

The mere existence of the military makes money. In particular, the people who came this time are soldiers who were sent unexpectedly to prepare for the special situation of the Demonic Cult.

Since they are sturdy and good at fighting, they eat and drink more than others, so it will not be easy for the government to cover the costs.

From above, they say that there is a reserve fund for the government office, so if you send soldiers, what more can you ask for?

Even if you are late in paying for the goods because you don’t have enough money to pay for them, this is not a problem.

“And one more thing… Can you make a request to Hong Seongmoon?”

It was possible to find many instances of criminals turning into thieves. Because of this, it was not uncommon for the government to ask for help from the martial arts people to fight the enemy.

The prefect knows about my relationship with Hong Seong-moon, so he wants to ask for a favor through me.

If necessary, please send me some coriander.

“I would like to inquire. But if they are coming to attack Hongseongmun…”

I blurted out my words, and the wise man laughed heartily.

“Hahahaha!! Recently, Hongseongmun has even been patrolling Seomhwachon to ensure security, so there is no way I can wash my mouth here. If that’s the case, I’ll try to stop it.”

“Thank you.”

“No, I am more grateful.”

What are you talking about?

I am more grateful.

With this, a card was completed to protect Hongseongmun and counterattack the Iron Bloods.

It is rewarding to have worked so hard to build a close relationship with Hyeonryeong.

A few days have passed since I sent the order form for the new product to the Cheonghoe Sangdan.

Just in case, he sent someone to explore the outside of the village every day, and also sent Chaejin to explore the surrounding area. She grumbled because she had to be by my side as an escort, but when I asked earnestly, she did as I said.

So today, I left her and was working as usual when Jeomsoy called me.

When I went down, there were several carts with familiar flags in front of the guest house.

“Oh. Teacher Yu.”

“Hello.”

It was a cart at the top of the Cheonghoe containing items that had been recently ordered.

And the one who led it was none other than Go Train, a master with the nickname Cheonna Dokhaeng. And it was Seomhwachang Wiyeol, an expert who was quiet but whose skills were trustworthy.

I couldn’t help but be surprised that Cheon Il-hwa’s two subordinates came here in person.

“What brought you two here in person?”

“Haha. We’re just doing what we’re told. The owner gave me this and asked me to check the evaluation myself. What should I say?”

Seeing him smiling slyly, I waved my hand at Jeomsoy. He quickly goes inside and comes out with cold water.

“Thank you for your hard work.”

“Wow… That’s refreshing. Stomach fever. You too, drink. It must have been frustrating to keep keeping your mouth shut. Anyway, so, can I stay in this guesthouse for a few days?”

It’s good for me. As I smiled and nodded, the train crew came slightly closer to me and spoke in a low tone.

“Recently, I heard that their movements are unusual. Last time, you said you came from the Magyo targeting Seomhwachon and Hongseongmun?”

“Yes.”

“It is the trait of those damn magicians to not give up even after failing once. To prepare for that, Lord Hoeju told us to stay here for a while. There is also a reward for what happened last time. It would be nice if it passed without incident. If not, shouldn’t I add my strength?”

Oh… the seeds I sown at the top of the auditorium have borne fruit.

Train crews and Weiyeol are strong enough warriors, so even if a battle breaks out, they will be able to sufficiently respond.

For that reason, I was going to ask Cheon Il-hwa to send either the Train Team or Wiyeol, but he sent both.

” We will prepare a space for you inside. Guys! Bring on the VIPs!”

“Hahaha. Then I’ll be indebted to you.”

Kinoya smiled heartily, and Wiyeol slightly bowed and entered the guesthouse.

Only after seeing them go in do the servants come out from the store. When they are busy putting goods into the warehouse.

A clear voice was heard from behind.

“Can I help you?”

“Hmm?”

When I turned my head, I saw an impressive beauty with fiery red hair. A long gi that goes down to the wrists, and short pants that reveal the thighs.

It was Hongryeon wearing Hong Seong-moon’s uniform, which was quite familiar to me.

Now that I think about it, you said Hongryeon would be in charge of patrolling, right?

I thought they weren’t coming because the patrol unit has only been soldiers these past few days. I glanced at Hongryeon and she slightly averted her gaze.

“Keuhum. I needed time to organize what I realized in my own way. I told the government office separately.”

“I see.”

“I’m thinking of taking full charge of patrolling from now on, now that things have been sorted out…”

“I see. But is there any problem? He looks a bit uneasy.”

It looks a bit strange since he was wiggling earlier. Is there some problem? When I tried to approach, she quickly took a step back.

“No?! There isn’t one?! There’s no problem?!”

Her face heated up slightly as she responded. Seeing that she was secretly averting her gaze, it seemed like she was quite embarrassed by her embarrassment.

If you point it out for no reason, you’ll be even more embarrassed, so let’s just pretend not to notice.

“You want to help more than that? Shouldn’t you go on patrol?”

“I came out a little early…”

It certainly is. Since there was still time left over from patrol time, Hongryeon rolled up her sleeves and skillfully lifted the box.

Are the martial arts people martial arts people? Even with those thin, stretched out arms, I can easily carry a few boxes.

“Where should I move this?”

“Follow me.”

I also picked up a box. Although it is not enough compared to Hongryeon, who holds several boxes in each hand.

As we entered the dark storage room inside the guesthouse, Hongryeon placed the box down where I told her.

“But what is this?”

“Nothing much. ah. Rather, there is one thing I would like to suggest. Could you please wait? I have a place to visit, so I will explain after I get there.”

“Where are you going?”

I spoke casually to her who seemed a little nervous as she swallowed her saliva.

“Government office.”

I could just wait, but Hongryeon followed. It wasn’t really a problem, so we pulled the cart together and headed to the government office.

What was contained in this cart was new equipment made by Cheonghoe Sangdan.

After coming out and checking the items, the Hyeonryeong nodded with satisfaction.

“Excellent. I will pay the price later as promised.”

“Please.”

Soldiers unload boxes from a cart.

When the cart was empty, I asked Hongryeon, who was watching from behind.

“Would you like to ride?”

There is no need to walk. As I climbed onto the coach seat, she hesitated and then jumped lightly.

And naturally he sits next to me.

Why are there so many seats in the back?

“What is it? Don’t you like it?”

“No. It won’t matter.”

As she sits next to me, I feel a nice scent tickling my nose. Did I spray some perfume? I glanced at Hongryeon, and then our eyes met.

“…Why?”

“It’s because it smells good.”

“Ah. I came here while making sachets.”

To make a sachet, the flowers were dried and the scent was condensed, and that was what came out.

But it’s darker and better than the plum blossom scent I smelled before…

“Stop taking charge of it, right? I’m embarrassed too.”

“Excuse me.”

There was no conversation after that. It’s not like I had anything to say.

When we arrived at the guesthouse, I took her inside. There is still time left until patrol.

“But what is a proposal?”

“I would like you to use this at Hongseongmun.”

I took out one of the new products from Cheonghoe Sangdan that I visited earlier. When I opened the box, there was a small jar inside, and I held it out to Hongryeon.

She tilted her head and unsealed the jar.

What was inside was a small brown pill.

“It’s called Byeokgokdan.”

Byeokgokdan!

Just eating one is enough to fill you up!

“It’s a new product from Cheonghoe Sangdan and they asked me to try it and write a review. That’s why.”

I held out the jar.

“I would like Hongseongmun to use it and let me know. Of course it won’t taste good, but please understand.”

One of the main reasons why Hongseongmun was defeated by the Iron Bloods was because he did not know that the food was contaminated with a colorless, odorless poison that takes effect over time.

The culprit is a woman named Yang Sang-gunja Go Go-mi, one of the executives of the Iron Blood Order.

Although she was weak in other martial arts skills, she had mastered the secret new technique, Muyeongsinbo, to the point where she could infiltrate Geumnam’s area, so it would not have been difficult to spread poison in the food storage.

And in a way, it is natural that the disciples who ate the food without knowing that it was contaminated became poisoned.

In the end, many of Hongseongmun’s disciples were poisoned by his trick, and Geomseong consumed a lot of internal energy while fighting and absorbing and detoxifying their poison. I became addicted, unable to withstand the poison.

It was inevitable that she, so devastated, would fall to the Sangvis’s offensive.

In some ways, it was a clumsy strategy, but in other ways, it was a well-planned strategy.

However, as long as I’m there, it’s just a perfect strategy to counterattack.

Anyway, to prevent that situation, it would be better to replace meals only with Byeokgokdan for the time being.

According to the collective intelligence of the time, this method was one of the countermeasures chosen as a good method.

Just as you can eat cookies if you don’t have bread, if you become addicted to rice, you can eat Byeokgokdan!!

ha ha ha!

“It’s fascinating. Will I feel full just by eating this one?”

“It’s made by mixing various herbs, grains, honey, and other things, so it’s safer than you think.”

Actually, I was planning to make Byeokgokdan, but I didn’t know that Cheonghoe Sangdan would already make it.

But what does it matter who makes it? The only thing that matters is that you made it and that you can use it.

“How much should I eat?”

Hongryeon sniffed the scent of Byeokgokdan in the jar and tilted her head, and I laughed.

“At least one month. Of course, it won’t taste that good, so you’ll have to suffer… but when it’s done, I’ll treat you properly.”

Hongryeon looked at Byeokgokdan for a moment, chewed a bite, swallowed it, and tilted her head.

“It tastes good?”

“That can’t be possible.”

I chewed Byeokgokdan and it’s not like I can’t eat it right away, but do I really need to eat it? A mysterious taste spreads in your mouth.

It was sour at first.

Next is the spicy bitter taste.

A subtle spiciness that creates its dissonance.

A greasiness settles on top of the slight sweetness that remains at the end.

And what is this fishy taste that covers everything and irritates the tongue…?

No, how on earth do you make Byeokgokdan taste like this?

It tastes exactly as it was described as indescribable from the heavenly moon.

But is this okay?

“The kids will like it too.”

“…this?”

I enjoyed the sugar and the last time I bought it for you, I enjoyed it, and since I ate the cooked food again, I guess my appetite itself is strange, right?

When I was curious, she responded casually.

“When we were away, I ate a lot of things worse than this.”

oh. iced coffee…

It was just that the threshold was high…

After work, I should feed him some delicious food.