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While I was silent, Namgung-hwa smiled and held out a quite luxurious-looking box.

“What is this?”

“It is a small reward given by the Murim Alliance to the guest.”

Considering the size of the box is not that big, it looks like medicine. As I looked at it, Namgung-hwa unfolded the book he had brought.

“I am sending this as a token of gratitude to the owner of Yuwol, who has provided great help to the Murim Alliance.”

While she was reading the letter, Ma Cheolpi opened the box. What was inside was a small ring.

“Hohwangdan increases stamina and strength, so I think it will be a great help to the Lord of the Yuwol Gaekjan, who gave up his own interests for the sake of the Murim Alliance.”

Hohwangdan. In Heavenly Moon, it was one of the medicines imbued with positive energy that increased stamina and strength, and although it did not increase internal strength like elixirs, it was considered quite precious.

I didn’t think they would give me something so great, but I never thought they would give me something so precious.

“It seems like too much of a reward.”

“Don’t think so much.”

Gak Hwi-jun shook his head and looked around. The guests were intrigued by the sudden commotion and were looking this way.

Paying attention to that, he spoke in a low tone.

“Didn’t the guest lord help Saheukryeon before?”

“Ah.”

“This is given to keep that in check.”

Well, if the person who helped the Murim Alliance goes to the Black Lotus, the reputation of the Murim Alliance will be ruined.

Should I say that they were at least treated at the same level as those treated by Saheukryeon?

Anyway, if you give it, let’s accept it gratefully.

“I don’t think what I’ve done is that great, but I can’t refuse the leader to take care of me like this. Thank you, I will eat well.”

I swallowed the Hohwangdan right away. My body got warmer and I felt like my strength had increased. Physical strength…

hmm. I don’t know about this. You will understand later when you practice.

“Then our mission is over… Mr. Guest. Can I stay here for a while and then go?”

“It doesn’t matter. But shouldn’t we move along with the people who went to Hongseongmun?”

“It’s not really like that.”

Earlier, while Sinju Sageol was entering the guesthouse, he saw the warriors of the Murim Alliance heading towards Hongseongsan Mountain. When I mentioned that, Namgunghwa nodded indifferently.

“Of course, we plan to go to Hongseongmun Gate tomorrow. They may not be able to go, but.”

What Namgung-hwa pointed to was Gak Hwi-jun and Ma Cheol-pi. Hongseongmun Gate was Geumnam’s territory, so it was inevitable that they could not enter.

“We are fine. Because I had something to do with Yang Wi-seong.”

“Then why not come separately…”

“Haha. I wanted to say hello to the guest. Actually, I realized a lot at that time.”

Macheolpi laughed heartily, flexing his muscles. It was then. Are you talking about what happened at Changwoon Hall?

“I realized that a person’s strength is not measured by martial arts. After training, my demonic vacuum became stronger… so I wanted to say hello.”

“You gained enlightenment from something trivial. Congratulations on your achievement.”

Of course, Sayoon and I’s actions were the trigger, but it was Ma Cheolpi who accepted it.

That’s why I smiled and shook my head, and Ma Cheolpi smiled.

“Let’s sleep. You came this far, are you just going to stand like this?”

Gak Hwi-jun sat down. And he said to Jeomsoy.

“I should update the guest’s sales today. Look. Jeomsoy. Bring me the best thing from the guesthouse.”

oh. Anyway, that would be quite expensive, right? I looked at him with a smile and he shrugged his shoulders.

“When you write, shouldn’t you use it!”

“Wow! thank you! Each brother!”

“Hahaha! Everyone, if you want to eat something, order it! I ordered a really good drink too!”

“Hey~! I’ll eat well!”

“Hehe. I will eat well.”

They seem to get along quite well. Well, I guess that means they were grouped together and a nickname called Sageul was created.

I told them I would buy the food since it was okay for me to serve them, but they declined several times, and in the end, I decided to only serve the drinks.

“So… the other two are not planning on staying tonight?”

“Yes. We are planning to leave in the evening.”

“I see. Then, if you go to Yangwiseong, can you go to Cheonghoeru?”

“Haha. In fact, there is a reason why you want to go to Yangwiseong Fortress. Last time I was able to go up to the second floor, so this time…”

Are you trying to challenge the third floor? I laughed as I watched Gak Hwi-jun and Ma Cheol-pi strengthen their fighting spirit.

“When you go to Cheonghoeru, give my name and find Ki Noya.”

There is a rule in Cheonghoeru that you cannot move up unless you prove yourself, but isn’t the original rule telling you to use something other than the rules?

If you say you came through my introduction, you might make some concessions.

There’s nothing I can do if you don’t do it.

“Huh? Do you have any ties to Cheonghoeru?”

“It just so happened. Of course, I won’t let you pass the test… but even if you fail, won’t you at least give me a good drink?”

“Haha. I’m looking forward to this.”

Chaejin grinned at them.

“Then, would you like me to check your skills before eating?”

“…Wolgwangdo Women’s Association?”

“Um… please gently.”

Namgung-hwa and Yo Hee-mi also nervously raised their hands. Chae-jin took control of them, and I spoke to her.

“Aren’t you overdoing it?”

“It’s okay.”

Chaejin smiled leisurely.

“I also have to prepare at least for sparring with Ryun.”

Although it was expected, those who boasted that it was a new drug scandal were completely shattered.

Even though four people attacked at the same time in the end.

It won’t be easy to beat Chaejin, and she’s been training steadily these days and growing.

While the four of us, panting, entered the guesthouse and ate while reminiscing about our previous sparring, I offered tea to Chaejin, who was sitting next to me.

“Hehe. Thank you.”

“Nothing to say. But… who are the people who came to Hongseongmun this time from the Murim League?”

“Hmm. Chu Yeong, the Deputy Inspector General of the Murim Alliance, and a person named Zhuge Sohee of the Military Department.”

Namgung-hwa, who was chewing his food, answered.

It seems that Hong Seong-mun sent a group of women because it was Geumnam’s district.

By the way, Jegal Sohee…

“What kind of person is Zhuge Xiaoxi?”

Chaejin asked, and I looked at her. She blushed slightly, probably aware of my gaze.

“…I don’t know everyone in the Murim Alliance.”

Know. For Chaejin, the only person she was interested in was Hongryeon.

I didn’t mean to criticize her in particular, but Chaejin became sullen and I lightly patted her on the shoulder.

“Hehe.”

That alone made her feel good and she smiled.

“Hmm… He’s a bit of a pain in the ass. I’m not a bad person…”

It was Yo Hee-mi who answered instead of Namgung-hwa. Along with her, Gak Hwi-jun also nodded as if he had a similar opinion.

“He is a person who would do anything for the Murim Alliance.”

“They say there is a lot of talk within the group because of that. Anyway, the Murim Alliance is a union of political factions and not on top of political factions…”

These four were also warriors belonging to the Murim Alliance, but they also each belonged to their own faction. Maybe that’s why he seemed quite dissatisfied with Zhuge Xiaoxi’s policies and actions.

” Trying to prioritize the Murim Alliance over Jaffa is a bit big…”

Their assessment was absolutely correct. Zhuge Xiaoxi appears in the main story of not only Sayun but also others, and was one of the soldiers who always participated when fighting against the Demon Cult or Sa Sect.

There were many cases where unreasonable operations were requested due to deep resentment toward the Demonic Cult and strong hostility toward the Sa Sect.

He’s not a bad person, but he’s a bit blind.

By the way, sending her could be seen as the Murim Alliance’s hope that Hong Seong-moon would intervene more in the martial arts than he does now, right?

“Chae Sojeo. Let’s go to Hongseongmun Gate together later.”

“Yes. I understand.”

Chaejin, who often went to Hongseongmun together, said it casually, but it must have been a surprise to them.

Namgunghwa opened her eyes round and tilted her head.

“Huh? Sir, can you enter Hongseongmun Gate?”

“I have a lot of relationships with Hong Seongmoon for one reason or another, so it will be okay.”

Gak Hwi-jun and Ma Cheol-pi looked at me with respect when I told them that I could enter Geumnam’s area. No, it’s not that great.

“But why?”

“There is something that bothers me a little.”

If the situation arises, I may have to step in.

As the evening business was about to end, I headed to Hongseongmun with Chaejin, carrying the dishes I had requested from Yohwan and the things I had brought along just in case. When we arrived at the halfway point of Hongseongmun Gate, we saw warriors from the Murim Alliance resting nearby.

“They seem to be resting over there.”

Do we really need to leave the guest house in the village and build a place there? I need to go up and talk about this.

The ghosts drawn by Hongseongsan’s spiritual energy become stronger at night, so problems may arise for no reason.

Glancing at them, we climbed again, and when we arrived near the mountain gate, we ran into the girl sitting in front of it, Liu Kang, a disciple of Hong Shengwen.

“Huh? Guest owner? What brings you here?”

“I came here to meet Hongryeon briefly. If you don’t mind, could you call her? ah. And I brought this with me empty-handed…”

I offered dishes and confections. Liu Kang, who was looking at that, smiled.

“Ugh. You don’t have to bring anything like this. Please wait a moment.”

Liu Kang ran inside, and Hongryeon came out a moment later. She approached with a bright smile, flinched when she saw Chaejin next to me, and smiled again.

“Welcome. I was already trying to find it.”

“Hmm? Why is that so?”

“I wanted to hear your opinion regarding the Murim Alliance’s proposal. If it’s okay, can you come with me and give me your opinion?”

Of course it’s okay.