episode_0111

“Ugh…”

Now it was impossible to even properly counterattack. As Namgung Je-yeon, who was in tatters, let out a helpless moan, Sayun swung his wooden sword with a smile on his face and tapped his shoulder.

“That’s not it.”

“Uh…?”

“‘Wrong. ‘Jewol guest housekeeper.’ That’s right.”

“Ah… Now. I did it wrong… Yuwol…guest…janju…”

No, it could be like that. I nodded and received her apology, and only then did Sayun step back.

Is it because I don’t have to fit in anymore? Namgung Je-yeon eventually blacked out and fainted.

“The winner is Hong Seong-moon’s Sayoon.”

The warrior watching the referee raised the flag. Only then did the martial arts fighters of the Murim Alliance hear Namgung Je-yeon fainting. And then he glances at Namgung Seongyul’s gaze.

“Send it to God.”

“Yes!”

Namgung Seong-yul, who was watching the tattered woman being carried away, grabbed Sayun and hugged her as she came down.

“Thank you for teaching my family’s ugly child.”

“…It was a bit too much for my hands.”

I think I calmed down a bit after receiving the apology. When Sayun tried to apologize by hugging him, Namgung Seongyul said bluntly.

“Those who practice martial arts should always know that there is heaven above them.”

“Uh…”

“Moreover, the martial arts of the Namgung family is the martial arts of Changgung. I really didn’t like the fact that the guy who was learning it didn’t know it, but I’m glad I learned that lesson today.”

Even though Namgung Seongyul spoke clearly, Sayun was embarrassed.

Namgung Seongyul grinned at her.

“They said martial arts is nasopharynx. We are Namgung. They are on a different level from the Sapa guys.”

Nasopharyngeal dysfunction.

It is not passed on to non-humans.

Therefore, many prestigious political schools used to teach character first before teaching martial arts.

Are you saying that the Namgung family, who failed to do that, will take full responsibility for this incident?

As expected, he is the leader of a prestigious political faction.

“As an adult of the Namgung family, I would like to apologize to Mr. Yu, Hong Seong-moon, and Moon Wol-jeong.”

He immediately bent down. The person who is the protector of the Murim Alliance and the Changcheongeomju of the Namgung family is himself.

“You don’t need to do that. The fault belongs to the person who committed it. How could they blame the Namgung family for that? Please wake up quickly.”

I bowed down on behalf of everyone, and only then did Namgung Seongyul stand up.

It was then. People were seen entering from the entrance of the building.

“What is it? Sayoon. What happened?”

“Ah. That’s it.”

It was Hongryeon, Chaejin, and One-Eyed Dragon Myojae. Hongryeon asked curiously if he had seen Namgung Je-yeon who was taken away earlier, and Sayun explained the situation with an awkward expression.

And, after listening for a while, Hongryeon glanced at Namgung Seongyul.

“Do you plan to make an issue of this?”

“As I already said, this incident is the fault of the Namgung family. There is no problem.”

Chaejin frowned slightly and then looked at me, and I shrugged my shoulders.

“I’m fine.”

“In that case, I’ll just let this matter go.”

“Thank you. And Je-yeon, as soon as his injuries are healed, I will send him back to his home and ask for a year of training.”

That’s so bloody.

It was only around sunset when I heard that Namgung Je-yeon, who had been involved in a fight for no reason and ended up having to practice myeonbyeok for a year instead of attending the main shrine, was treated and taken to the Namgung family.

And, what was given to Sayun was the hand of a class A warrior.

“Namgoong Je-yeon was a Grade B martial artist, and since he beat that Grade B warrior like that, he wouldn’t have to take a separate test.”

It was Namgung-hwa who gave Sayun the A-level card.

Namgung-hwa, who said that she was able to receive it easily because Namgung Seong-yul talked about it, kept her mouth shut as if thinking for a moment and then lowered her head.

“I spoke with Uncle Seongyul earlier, and the Namgung family decided to officially apologize for this incident.”

A famous sect officially announces their mistake.

It was never a story that could be brought up easily.

People are inherently reluctant to admit their mistakes. Even more so if it is from one’s own family and their reputation is high.

Nevertheless, the fact that the Namgung family is officially apologizing for this incident probably shows that they value their nobility and honor.

“Uh. I have no intention of escalating the work to that extent.”

Hongryeon smiled bitterly and tried to shake her head. However, Namgung Seongyul’s opinion seems to have been different.

“No matter how much Jeyeon was said to be the strongest in the team, not only Uncle Seongyul but also several other adults were against her being nominated as a successor. It’s too early. I was anxious ever since the guy who wasn’t mentally disciplined started ignoring people and making fun of them for doing martial arts. Sayoon. Well done.”

“Ahaha…”

“As you all know, Moorim is a very dangerous place. There are a lot of people who hide their skills, especially that guy. With that mindset, I could have died on my way to Murim.”

A hawk hides his claws, and a true expert hides his skills.

In addition, as there were many Ki-in-Isa in Moorim, it was important to gauge one’s own skills and the skills of the opponent.

“Sega tried hard to change that mindset… but it wasn’t easy. But after getting scolded so hard and making another big mistake, I had time to take care of myself…”

Does this mean that Namgungse’s position is beneficial? If Namgung Je-yeon gains enlightenment and grows properly through this opportunity, he will become a great martial artist, right?

It’s definitely prestigious.

There’s nothing to miss.

“And I also have to apologize to the guest owner.”

“What is an apology? It’s done.”

“Ahaha. That’s why we feel uncomfortable. I will send this reward to Seomhwachon next time.”

Namgung-hwa bowed his head in greeting and left. When we were left alone, I saw Sayoon.

“Ugh… guest owner. Hey.”

“Thank you.”

“Yes?”

“Anyway, you were so angry for me.”

“Of course I did what I had to do.”

“Even so. It seems like I only get help every time.”

I smiled at Sayoon, and she smiled back.

“Okay. good job. Sayoon. Because the owner of the house is absolutely not a stranger to us Hong Seong-moon. It’s difficult to remain silent when your benefactor has been insulted.”

“Hehe…”

“Anyway, I can’t help but say thank you. I will buy you dinner tonight.”

Now, I’ve seen almost everything there is to see in the Murim League. We can rest for a day at the inn and leave for Cheongho tomorrow after a day at the Murim League.

We headed straight to the guest house, had dinner there, looked around outside, and then returned.

When the next day came, someone came to the guest house. It was Myojae, a one-eyed dragon, a woman with white hair and brown skin.

“Hmm? What’s going on?”

“The Lord Protector told me to guard you.”

Namgung Seongyul? But it’s an escort. I looked around.

Hongryeon, Chaejin, Hyeonhwi, Sayun, Chaeryeon.

At this rate, there would be no need for an escort, right?

“Because the Demonic Cult might attack while handling Munha-gong’s business. The main role of the Protectorate Department is to protect, so it will be helpful.”

After saying that, Myojae glanced back. When several warriors standing there bowed slightly, I shooed them away.

“I don’t think you need to go through all that trouble… Anyway, I’ll accept your favor if you do it.”

“Of course. ruler. Let’s go. What is your schedule today?”

“Today’s schedule is…”

I thought deeply and looked around.

“It’s a non-arousal tourism, right?”

While Hongryeon was smiling and talking, Chaejin also grabbed my arm.

“Because we couldn’t go together yesterday.”

The reason the Ministry of Defense is showing such favor is not simply because of Namgung Je-yeon’s work.

This time, we gave them space by resolving the matter of Mun Ha-gong, and we can say that Namgung Seong-yul accepted that space in return.

Anyway, it wasn’t a bad experience to go sightseeing while being escorted by the Ministry of Defense.

I was able to visit places that require quite expensive entrance fees to enter, as well as places that require permission from the Murim Alliance.

I even went to see a place that can only be entered after accumulating a certain amount of achievements within the Murim Alliance, so it can be said that I made a lot of money in one day.

“How about staying at the Murim League’s accommodation today?”

“That wouldn’t be bad either.”

There is a saying that you give for nothing and get criticized for it.

If you give half-heartedly, you will only find fault with it.

In that sense, Namgung Seongyul was a person who knew how to give properly.

The Murim Alliance’s lodgings he provided to us were Cheongryong-gwan, which was only provided to VIPs.

“Wow. This is a difficult place for me to stay.”

While Chaejin looked around in admiration, Hongryeon smiled.

“Cheongryong Hall can only be used by places that make significant donations to the Murim Alliance. This can also be seen as a favor from the Namgung family.”

“I see. Anyway, I think we can rest here today and leave tomorrow.”

Actually, I thought about staying a few more days, but I saw everything there was to see and got everything there was to gain.

They also said that they would inform us after the Defense Ministry and the Inspection Department conducted an investigation into hidden areas to find traces of the Heavenly Demon, so we can think about that later.

In other words, you should consider that you have seen everything you need to do here.

I’ll have to come see you later or something.

“Then I will go back to my room. See you later.”

The room assigned to me was a different room. The room I was guided to by the maid was a little small, but it was nice enough for me to stay in.

I especially like the garden seen through the window.

I leaned against the window and stared blankly at the garden.

ruler. First of all, I got everything I could easily get from the Murim Alliance.

And according to Hongryeon’s words, Sayun’s growth now comes from training and enlightenment, not elixirs.

And, that training and enlightenment will increase further if you receive teachings from a disciple at Munwoljeong.

Hehehe. You’re getting stronger step by step.

I leaned against the window sill and laughed.

It was then.

Sayun can be seen slightly emerging from the garden.

hmm? What are you doing?

While Sayun was hesitating, probably not noticing what I was seeing, it was Chae-ryeon who came from the other side.

“Me. Sojeo Chae.”

“Hehe. Yes.”

“…This. Would you like to accept it?”

What Sayun held out was the friendship card she had bought earlier. A smile appears on Chae-ryeon’s lips as she looks at it.

And, she also took something out of her arms.

“…Huh?”

“…Actually, they sell it in Cheongho too. Friendship plaque. Well… I made it in advance, but I couldn’t give it to you because I thought it would be burdensome or you might reject it.”

Chae-ryeon smiles awkwardly and Sayun looks embarrassed.

The two, who had no friends, looked at each other and burst into happy laughter, then turned from watching from the window and returned to their seats.

Sayoon became stronger and made friends.

haha.

After all, we weren’t wrong.

Ah… a feeling of pride begins to fill my body.

Of course, I’m not satisfied with it.