episode_0066

“Even so, isn’t the Yongbong branch a little difficult?”

“Still… …I feel uneasy thinking that I’m sending Jinah away alone. I’ve already accumulated a grudge this time.”

Well, that certainly makes sense.

Because I turned a few wild vegetables into a mess, seven masters suddenly came looking for my head.

Moreover, there are ridiculous rumors going around that I have defeated the Green Forest King and single-handedly destroyed the headquarters of the Green Forest Alliance.

Although the conversation flowed with a sense of 50-50, with opinions sharply opposing each other, it would be a bit awkward if someone suddenly believed that and came to avenge the Green Forest King.

Regardless of how likely it is, it’s not like it’s completely impossible.

But no matter what, it’s a bit much to bring the leader of the Demonic Cult to the Yongbong Branch.

As I was making a very embarrassed expression, the great guardian deity appeared again with an excited expression.

“What is it? Are you having a lover’s fight? Since ancient times, it has been said that the best among lovers is the Heavenly Demon Lord. Why don’t you talk to me? I will listen and give you my judgment.”

“Is the Great Guardian Law really the best? Not just a self-proclaimed one?”

“Oh, Sohyeop. Have you been living a life of deception? Stop doubting and talk. Or the Sogyo leader can do it. First, you have to know the whole story to decide who is more at fault.”

“You get out. This is between you and Jin-ah, so why do you keep interfering?”

Of course, the sister immediately frowned and showed an annoyed reaction toward the Great Guardian, but it turned out to be a good thing.

They say even dog poop is useful if you want to use it as medicine, but this guy is usually useless, but he’s useful at times like this. It’s really amazing.

“The location and time for the Yongbong branch meeting have been decided.”

“Yongbongjihoe! It’s finally time to put the plan I’ve set into action. Did your guest from Jongnampa come to tell you about it?”

“Yes. I have to go because they say it will be held in Haenam Island in three months, but my sister said she will go with me… … .”

I intentionally left the ending vague.

Since I’m going to be going with the Jongnam faction, it would be good to have someone to go with.

I guess it’s a bit much for me to risk exposing my sister’s identity just for my own good.

If you have even a shred of sanity, you should naturally express your displeasure here.

“Hmm, that’s definitely a difficult story.”

The Great Guardian Angel stroked my chin.

It was a peculiar habit that came out whenever he was lost in thought, but as soon as he heard what I said, the troubled Daehobeop turned to his sister and shook his head.

“This time, you are being unreasonable, cult leader.”

“But didn’t we make a grudge this time because of the Green Forest? You know how many fools believe the ridiculous story that the Green Forest King was defeated by the Black Kirin. What if Madou, who was on friendly terms with the Green Forest King, targets Jin-ah?”

“Of course, Sohyeop will move together with Jongnampa, but how many big-headed demons would attack Jongnampa? I’m not saying this because I’m from Shaolin, but Cheonha 36 Swords are pretty fierce.”

“Still… … .”

The Great Law shrugged.

“The Yongbongjihoe is an event for the later generations to get to know each other, so the level of the participants is low. It’s not like the level of the Jeongpa masters who gather there is low either. In other words, what would happen if the Shaolin abbot suddenly went all the way to Haenam to say a congratulatory speech?”

“… … .”

“No matter how much of a leader you are, if you are facing the Shaolin abbot, it would be precarious to even run away. Is it even possible for the leader of the Cheonma Sect to go to Yongdamhohyeol alone without any escort?”

Tsk tsk, Daehobeop clicked his tongue lightly.

What the heck, did that guy suddenly eat something wrong?

It felt a little awkward for him to always say useless things and now return to his original role as the head of the Cheonmasingyo Guardians.

Aside from that, I find it really nice that you say what I want to say.

While he was thinking that he would tolerate her bothering him later on, Daehobeop, who had been looking at his sister with pity, shrugged his shoulders.

“If you really want to go, take me with you.”

“Huh?”

I raised my head and looked at the Great Guardian Law.

what?

Regardless, Daehobeop continued speaking naturally with a shameless face.

“If it’s a matter of escorting a minor leader, then it’s obviously a job that the guardian court should be in charge of. Since the vice-leader is too old to travel long distances, it would be perfect for me, who is younger and the head of the guardian court, to take on the role of escorting the minor leader. The vice-leader would guard the house… no, he could just leave it to a temporary sub-leader. ”

“Is this correct?”

“Oh, isn’t this the answer that Sohyeop wanted? Originally, women are all lovers even when they get older. I was worried about my wild lover, so I found an adult I could trust… … Knife! Knife! Don’t pull out your knife so carelessly!”

Before the Great Guardian’s words could finish, I secretly generated some power and launched an extremely fast thrust that missed by a hair’s breadth.

A shameless answer that makes you feel angry before you feel regret that it is still difficult to ambush a top-class player.

“This guy must be crazy. Do you think I told him to answer like that?”

“No! What else is this!? I thought that even Cheolseok and Sohyeop would want this kind of answer!”

“That’s not what I thought, that’s what I wanted to say!”

“Tch, you’re quick-witted.”

Whether the crazy bastard clicked his tongue or not, his sister was delighted.

“Then what if the main girl follows… … ?”

“Of course, it would be difficult to move together with the Jongnam faction. It would be good to follow them at a reasonable distance. Then, even if a powerful and grudge-holding demon attacks like you are worried about, you will be able to respond. And without being associated with the Sohyeop, the Yongbong branch should watch as regular spectators.”

“… … .”

I don’t know.

It might be okay if we moved separately rather than in a group like you said, but we would be buried in the crowd and not make any noise.

If they get caught, they’ll run away on their own.

* * *

“Is there anything you need to pack or prepare separately?”

“Nothing in particular. Anyway, I’m going to Haenam Island, so if I think I left something behind, I’ll stop by to get it.”

“That would be okay.”

Although Yeonjin’s story was a bit long, Lee Seoran, who had been waiting patiently, nodded.

Jongnam Mountain, where Jongnampa is located in Seoan, is literally within walking distance.

Just as Shaanxi Province’s Huayin County is the front yard of the Huashan faction, Xi’an is like the front yard of the Zhongnan faction.

Although it wasn’t what Yeonjin had wanted, after Yu Yehyang’s companionship was somehow sorted out, they quickly moved to Jongnamsan and arrived there.

The conversation continued while climbing the mountain to Jongnam Pa, located halfway up Jongnam Mountain.

“Uh, small business.”

“Huh?”

Although the mountain path is quite rugged even though it has been paved, it is not that difficult for the two who are at the peak of their skills.

Lee Seo-ran, who was in the middle of climbing the mountain, wiggled her fingers and looked around.

“If you don’t mind, it’ll take quite some time to get to Haenam Island… … .”

“I’ll do it only when I’m not too tired.”

“Really?”

Lee Seo-ran was delighted.

Yeonjin replied with a trembling face.

“There won’t be much to do on the way there anyway, and this time it’ll be a little different.”

“Huh?”

“I’ve gotten a lot stronger since then. I’ve experienced more combat and taken elixirs. I’ve also dipped my toes into the world of the mind, although it’s vague. I did it vaguely and unconsciously while concentrating on fighting.”

“You have also achieved a lot so far. I am happy. Then I guess I can look forward to it this time.”

It wasn’t a long time, but Yeonjin had become quite strong since we first met.

You can’t become the best in the world just by eating elixirs, but at least you won’t lose anything by eating them.

I took that elixir and fought seven of the best fighters in a one-on-one, life-or-death battle, which was a valuable practical experience.

But Lee Seo-ran looked rather pleased.

As if it would be stranger if he were not happy that the person he would be fighting with became stronger.

When we arrived at Jongnampa while talking like that, Yeo Il-gyu was already there in front of the mountain gate to greet us.

“Adventure. I came out because I saw a familiar face from the bottom of the mountain. It hasn’t been long since I sent Seran, but she arrived quite quickly.”

“Elder. Hello.”

“Yeah, hello. Was the trip difficult?”

“I was happy to climb Jongnam Mountain again after a long time.”

Yeonjin answered with a smiling face.

Judging from past experience, Yeo Il-gyu enjoyed being praised for the beautiful scenery of Jongnam Mountain as if he were being praised himself.

Even now, the corners of Yeo Il-gyu’s lips were quivering, so Yeo Il-gyu, who soon realized the fact, put on a solemn expression to preserve his dignity.

“Yes. I heard that you’ve completely destroyed the Nokrim. I want to hear the full story, but since Jang Moon-in is waiting, let’s meet him first.”

“Oh, if Jang Moon-in is waiting, I should go quickly.”

Yeonjin paused for a moment.

If you were to name Jongnampa’s leader, Jin Seong-yeon, I would remember him as a very blunt person.

Regardless of the distribution or age difference, it is difficult to simply treat them as people. Rather than being awkward, they are a group of people who do not change their expressions at all, so they make you wonder if you have done something wrong.

However, Jin Seong-yeon, who followed behind Yeo Il-gyu without showing it and met him again, looked the same as before.

A blunt and solemn expression that doesn’t look like even a drop of blood would come out if pricked with a needle.

Although he was not the head of the Buddhist sect, Yeonjin paid tribute to him as the head of the Jongnam faction, one of the nine Buddhist sects.

“The last school of martial arts, Yeonjin, meets the leader of the Jongnam faction.”

“That’s enough greetings. Let’s get to the point.”

Jin Seong-yeon looked at Yeon-jin blankly.

The rumors about the boy before my eyes, who had not yet reached adulthood, were quite absurd.

The absurd rumor that he single-handedly destroyed several mountain villages in the Green Forest and then invaded the Green Forest headquarters to snuff out the Green Forest King, Jang Gun-ak.

As rumors tend to be distorted, Jin Seong-yeon did not believe that Yeon Jin had defeated the King of Nokrim.

Even now, compared to back then, I think I ate some good elixir or something, and I’ve become stronger, but I haven’t even reached my peak.

However, Jin Seong-yeon, who thought that it would be enough to completely destroy the green forest, asked.

“There are rumors of your exploits in the world of martial arts. You single-handedly destroyed five mountain fortresses in the Green Forest.”

“… … Somehow, I ended up doing that while cleaning up the trash.”

“Clean up the trash. Yes, that’s not an unreasonable expression. As the eldest son of Jongnam, it’s something to be commended for, but that’s not why I called you today.”

“Do you have anything else to say to me… … ?”

Yeonjin asked with a puzzled look.

The head of the Jongnam faction was busy with construction work. He probably didn’t call him to have a leisurely chat, and his expression seemed to suggest that he had something to ask of him before going to the Yongbong branch.

Then, as if he had been waiting for those words, Jin Seong-yeon spoke as if he had not forgotten the conversation he had had with Yeo Il-gyu last time.

“I’m jealous of your talent. If you don’t have a teacher, would you be willing to learn a few things from me?”

“Yes? Me?”

Jin Seong-yeon’s sudden recommendation.

Yeonjin asked with a dumbfounded expression at the suggestion she had never thought about.

“You don’t necessarily have to join the main group. I’m going to waste your talent, so before I leave for Haenam Island, if you’re okay with it, I’ll teach you a few lessons.”

“Uh.”

This is a completely unexpected situation.

Yeonjin, who had made an expression that seemed to convey something similar, paused.