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    A group of improvement soldiers who are improving with dignity.

    The current appearance of the Tang dynasty people could be said to be exactly that kind of appearance.

    It was only natural that he would return after completely destroying the Ghost Song, which had been a long-time evil in Sacheon.

    People from Chengdu, where the Tang family was located, also gathered to watch the Tang family’s grand reforms.

    “Is that the way back after wiping out all the ghost song demons?”

    “Huh, is that really true? I thought it was only yesterday that I went on a mission… … .”

    “Really. They say they killed all the Madou bastards like they were catching maggots with chemicals and poison.”

    “Huh, chemicals and poison? Just thinking about it is scary.”

    “Amazing. Truly amazing. I thought Ghost Mountain was an impregnable terrain, but I didn’t know there was such a method… … .”

    “This is a plan that would make even Zhuge Liang and Zhang Zibang cry.”

    “Oh, do you think that’s all? Rumors are already spreading that the Poison King killed the Ghost Songju with one blow.”

    “Ah, no, that infamous ghost song with just one hit? W-Does that make sense?”

    “That doesn’t make sense. Do you think the Elder Poison King’s martial arts skills are always there?”

    “That, that means… …it developed further from there?”

    “Hmm, maybe you’ve finally overcome the wall of the mirror.”

    “Hwa, Hwagyeong?”

    “If you could kill the ghost song in one blow, that would be possible.”

    It’s only been a day since the Ghost Song was destroyed, but there are already rumors going around that it’s as if they saw it in person.

    If it were normal, that wouldn’t happen.

    The Tang Dynasty had planted people to spread rumors in advance.

    why?

    That way, the rumor will spread faster and more powerfully throughout the world.

    And one more thing.

    “Wow. This is truly a great feat. Has there ever been a sect that has achieved this level of feat since the end of the Jeongma War?”

    “None. Absolutely not.”

    “At this point, isn’t it possible for Sacheon Dangmun to stand at the forefront of the Five Great Powers?”

    “Oh, that’s right. How could someone like Namgung Se-ga, who used to drink and do housework like a bum, be qualified to become the head of the household?”

    “It seems that the Dokwang Elder has achieved what even the dead Sword King could not, so isn’t the Tang family more than qualified?”

    Wind catchers who are trying hard to catch the wind as instructed in advance.

    In normal times, this would have been just a funny joke.

    But now it’s different.

    He uprooted the ghost song that no one could do anything about in one breath, and the Poison King revealed to the world that he had broken through a great wall.

    They clearly showed off their power to everyone.

    In the martial arts world where the logic of power rules, there was nothing that could bring about such a certain effect.

    This move was definitely a great move that would shake the dignity of the Tang clan to the world.

    But the fire fell on the feet of the other five great families.

    ***

    “What should I do, Sister!”

    “Lower your voice, it’s noisy.”

    “… … Okay.”

    Peng Eo-cheon lowers his voice slowly.

    Huruk.

    Peng Er-eon sipped his tea again.

    A calm appearance, despite the events that unfolded.

    That’s what made her different from other Pangka people.

    If there were only other Pangka people here, the explosive voices would have been deafening.

    The Pengyucheon had already been on the verge of exploding several times.

    “Sister, the severity of this situation… … .”

    “Who doesn’t know?”

    “If you know… … ”

    “What if you knew? Would anything change?”

    “No, I mean… … .”

    “You idiot brother. Sometimes it’s better to just watch.”

    It’s a statement that’s hard for Peng Eo-cheon to accept.

    “No, why is it better to just watch?”

    Peng Eo-cheon’s voice quickly grew louder.

    Only when Peng Eo-eon waved his hand as if to tell him to lower his voice did he flinch a little.

    “Don’t just raise your voice, think about it.”

    Peng Eo-eon shook his head as if he was disappointed.

    “New, if you think about it, always… … .”

    widely!

    The teacup that Peng Eo-eon had set down forcefully interrupted Peng Eo-cheon’s mumbling.

    “Think about the causal relationship first. Was it Dangmun who made the first move in Yongbongjihoe?”

    “Um, that’s… … .”

    Peng Eo-cheon recalls what happened two days ago to answer.

    Actually, there was no need to even think about it.

    Because the answer was so obvious.

    “… … If I had to name one first, it would be Jegal Se.”

    Before the Yongbong branch meeting even opened, Jegal Se-ga showed off his solidarity with Geumryongjeonjang and Namgung Se-ga to everyone.

    So the answer had to be Zhuge Liang.

    “Yes, Zhuge Liang. And in response, the Tang family started this incident. Of course, this incident was planned long ago, but to Zhuge Liang, it would only seem like a counterattack.”

    “Hmm… I guess so.”

    “Then?”

    “Huh? So that’s it?”

    “What would you do if you were Zhuge Liang? Would you just stay still?”

    “If it were me, I wouldn’t be able to stay still. I wouldn’t get angry.”

    Peng Eo-cheon gives an answer that is typical of his personality.

    Peng Eo-eon chuckled.

    “That’s it.”

    “No, I answered as I would have… … .”

    “Who do you think can’t stand it when what they thought was their best move is counterattacked? It’s none other than Jegal Se-ga. Do you think those people who pride themselves on having the best brains that even the heavens can stand being fooled by their tricks?”

    “That, that means?”

    “Zhuge Liang will naturally move again. We just have to watch the situation unfold and decide what to do.”

    A leisurely way to deal with the Peng Eo-eon.

    Even Peng Eo-cheon blinked his large eyes like a cow’s, overwhelmed by Peng Ga’s inhumanly clean judgment.

    “Wow, you are indeed my sister! I only trust you… … .”

    “Lower your voice.”

    “… … Oh, I see.”

    “Okay, let’s see what happens today.”

    A strange smile appeared on Peng Eo-eon’s lips.

    ***

    “… … .”

    “… … .”

    The residence of the Zhuge family was quiet.

    Everyone seemed lost in their own thoughts.

    Zhuge Jing and Zhuge Qingxia.

    Originally, thoughts and reflections were attached to the Zhuge Liang family.

    Because that was the process of finding the answer.

    And one more thing.

    Let’s discuss right away.

    “What do you think?”

    Zhuge Jing’s question broke the silence.

    The youngest son, Jegal Gyeong, has the most say and decision-making power aside from the head of the household.

    Even he did not hesitate to ask his younger sister, Zhuge Qingxia, for advice on various matters.

    Because I admit it.

    He was a child who was so bright and insightful that he was one of the few in his family.

    But he had no idea.

    The current Zhuge Qing is no different from a musical instrument with a voice that recites instructions given by other humans.

    That other human being was, of course, Bang So-yun, the master of the Golden Dragon Commandery who completely controlled Zhuge Qingxia.

    “I think it’s better to pretend not to see anything and just stay quiet here.”

    “Quietly?”

    “Yes, just because the other person shows their ambition and moves, we don’t have to move in the same way. Matching the beat is actually what the other person wants. On the other hand, if you stay quiet, the other person will be the one who gets impatient.”

    A coherent answer with clear logic.

    If others had heard this answer, they would have nodded and said that it was indeed a very Zhuge Liang-like answer.

    However.

    Funnily enough, the answer was exactly what Bang So-woon had said.

    This is because Bang So-woon does not want the Zhuge family to move here.

    That way, Zhuge Jing won’t get in the way of the plan he came up with.

    but.

    Jegal Gyeong, who didn’t know that, had a perky expression on his face at his younger sister’s answer.

    “You’re going against the rhythm and going against the flow. It makes sense.”

    “Please enlighten me if there is anything lacking.”

    “No, I think it’s a flawless response. Let’s do that.”

    Zhuge Jing’s mind also seemed to have been made up.

    No choice could possibly come to mind that seemed better than my sister’s plan.

    anyway.

    In this way, the policy of the Zhuge family was decided.

    As Bang So-woon intended.

    and.

    … … Peng Eo-eon’s leisurely and neat judgment was completely off the mark from the very beginning.

    ***

    “We will reduce it.”

    Congratulations on your anniversary.

    “It’s already in the past.”

    The Poison King was cold-blooded.

    Because his eyes were already looking at the future, not the past.

    “… … Yes.”

    It was when Dangcheolsan, who had noticed the situation, changed his expression and lowered his head.

    “Poison.”

    “… … .”

    “Should I handle it?”

    “Ah, how… … .”

    “Are you asking me to feed you every single thing?”

    “I’m sorry. It seems like Jegal Se-ga is behind me… … .”

    Dangcheolsan swallowed his dry saliva.

    Even if they were a member of the Tang clan, they could not treat people who were connected to the Zhuge family lightly.

    Even more so if that person is the head of a respectable mid-level power.

    Originally, it would have been possible to just catch him and find out by torturing him or something, but since that wasn’t possible, it was definitely tiring.

    “That’s also up to you. I’ll just watch and listen.”

    This time too, Dangmuak cuts it off coldly.

    A look that may seem overly callous.

    But rather, it was a recognition of ability.

    I don’t interfere with each and every detail because I have the confidence that I can leave this level of work to someone else.

    Of course, it was also a test.

    If you showed any shortcomings in your work, you would gradually fall out of favor and be relegated to a less important position.

    That’s how the old monster Dangmuak used people.

    No one dares to be negligent even in small matters.

    “… … I will listen to your words.”

    Dangcheolsan lowered his head and strength entered his eyes.

    Because I absolutely couldn’t let down Dangmuak.

    ***

    “… … Your Highness, is something big happening?”

    It feels like something’s fucked up, even Jang Il-ma has noticed.

    It was understandable that Bang So-woon had carelessly mentioned the secrets of the Tang family.

    “Who said something big happened.”

    But Bang So-woon’s expression was relaxed.

    “… … But didn’t you mention the secrets of the Tang family?”

    “What’s the big deal? Killing someone?”

    “They really seem like dirty guys who would kill me… … .”

    “Haha.”

    Bang So-woon laughed.

    “I know what you mean, but there’s no need to panic. I’ve already made up my mind about the solution.”

    “Well, if that’s the case, then that’s fortunate… … .”

    While saying that, Bang So-woon said with a strange smile while looking at Jang-il who still looked anxious.

    “We just have to change boats.”

    “Huh? Changing ships? What the…?”

    “Literally.”

    Jang Il’s eyes widened at Bang So-woon’s subsequent explanation.

    “Oh, how could you come up with such a great plan… … .”

    “Haha, stop being so gilded and get ready. This is only your one chance.”

    Bang So-woon’s eyes sparkled with a meaningful light.

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