Episode 234. A step towards a new world (6)
Panmajeong Pavilion, which came back, looked like a fairyland in full bloom as before.
Xu Liang looked around in amazement as if he was curious.
“I always feel it, but this is a really strange place.”
“is it.”
“yes. Especially the weird air is amazing. Would you say that you feel a warm yet mysterious sense of heterogeneity? The spiritual energy is abundant, and it is like a bamboo forest.”
Lee Cheon-sang nodded.
“It has to be. Because this is a fictional world modeled after Gojukrim’s exquisite scenery.”
“Yes… … yes?”
Seo Liang widened his eyes.
“Did you say you made it after the old bamboo forest?”
Lee Cheon-sang waved his hand in the air.
Then, in the empty space where there was nothing, small lights like starlight appeared one by one, and soon they became a faint halo of light and circled around following his hand.
It was a mystical sight.
“Gojukrim is a mysterious forest that existed in Daesan even before the main school was established. There are all sorts of spirit creatures, whether real or imaginary.
You may have seen it too.”
“I saw it. She even came close to dying a few times.”
Seo Liang frowned.
The period of time spent in Gojukrim was only eight months. However, the experience of those eight months was etched in the center of his mind as an intense memory that he would never forget for the rest of his life.
“Are the monsters recorded in the Mountains and Seas going wild?”
“The Mountains and Seas itself is a book based on imagination. It is a product of fiction. Among them, there are only a few spirit creatures that actually exist in reality.”
“Well, since there are so many miscellaneous things… … Eh?”
Surprise crept up on Xu Liang’s face.
“If you say that there are only a few spirit creatures that exist in reality, does that mean that some of the spirit creatures written in the Mountains and Seas really exist?”
“Of course. Didn’t you see it too?”
“Me?”
Lee Cheon-sang’s eyes became strange.
“You don’t know yet.”
“… … ?”
“I mean the fox you take with you, Sirang.”
Xi Liang’s eyes flashed.
“That’s what Kumho said.”
“I see you call me Geumho. No matter what you call it, he is a real spirit creature that will be hard to come back to this world.”
“Sirang… … .”
I knew right away that Kumho was a spiritual creature. Because Kumho gave an impression closer to mystery rather than being unique or bizarre.
However, I did not know that it was a spiritual object in the Mountains and Seas.
“Among the fox monsters, the most well-known is the nine-tailed fox that lives in Mt. Cheonggu.
However, in terms of the influence it has on the world, it cannot be compared to Sirang. Of course, I have never seen a gumiho either.”
“Influence?”
“There is a legend that a war will break out in the country when Sirang appears.”
“… … !”
“So in the past, people treated Sirang as a plague that drives death. It has no choice but to be. Because every time he appeared, all sorts of trouble broke out.”
The old man’s face hardened.
“They are fundamentally different from spirit creatures born from the harmony of energy, or from other monsters and spirit creatures.
Whether it’s plague or war, it’s great that tribulation happens because of it.
Changing the flow of people’s world just by being there means that Shirang’s qi is vigorous enough to intervene in fate.”
“… … That’s great.”
“In the end, wait. The harmony of all things in the world begins with qi and ends with qi. And repeat another start.
The existence of sirang is exactly that. Because he is also a spirit creature that repeats dying and coming back to life.”
What immediately popped into Xu Liang’s mind was Keum-ho, who was sleeping soundly in the heart of Gojuk-rim.
Keum-ho, whose body was as long as his forearm, was a baby to anyone’s eyes. She now had an incomparably pure vitality like a baby who had just seen the light of day.
‘I took off my body that had reached the end of its lifespan and was born again… … .’
Xi Liang’s eyes deepened.
“I didn’t know Kumho was such an amazing guy.”
“It seemed so.”
“yes. He is just a good friend to me.”
“You have a bloody friend.”
Seo Liang smiled.
“Isn’t it the most suitable friend for the minor Protestant cult that the world calls a den of demons?”
The corner of Lee Cheon-sang’s mouth went up.
“So is he.”
“But why are you here?”
Lee Cheon-sang sat down on a small rock.
At first glance, it was a posture that seemed to be free but infinitely free. It was impressive that he was much more free-spirited than usual.
“Did you say you were the old man?”
“Is it my magic?”
“Yes.”
“That’s right.”
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Lee Cheon-sang nodded.
“Recite the text of the Gugwa and the Dharma.”
She didn’t bother to ask why. If Lee Cheon-sang is curious, there must be a reason. He didn’t have to pry.
He chanted slowly. He could recite it two or three times, but for some reason, it seemed that Lee Cheon-sang would be able to see through all of Gu Yu-ma-gong after hearing it just once.
In fact, didn’t Lee Cheon-sang find a point of improvement just by dealing with Amyeongjin Magicong, who did not know how to structure and use internal strength?
Seo Liang’s guess was correct.
“Awesome.”
Lee Cheon-sang’s eyes changed.
It was a look of surprise.
“I felt it when I was with you, but now that I’ve heard it, it’s not normal.”
“uh… … It’s a bit strange. Didn’t you write down your thoughts to make up for just what you’ve dealt with before?”
“I just released a few animals to play in the forest full of life. And now I looked at each tree, one tree at a time. So it has to be different.”
“ah.”
“I know that Buddhist martial arts were overlaid on Jinmagong. The foundation is magic, but the one that strengthened the tower was the new technique, right?”
“That’s right.”
“Although they were completely melted into one, their respective characteristics are clear. It is a masterpiece that no one can make easily.”
I am proud that Lee Cheon-sang said so. It would not be an exaggeration to say that Ku Yu-makong is a magic science that will go down in history, if the absolute one who can discuss the old and new is called a masterpiece.
“But it’s too bad.”
“Is that so?”
“Guyuma Gong is a complete martial arts in itself. It is a luxury that has nothing to add or subtract. But there is one big downside. Do you know what it is?”
The sage’s eyes sparkled.
“It is history.”
“I saw it correctly. Guyumagong is a magicong that you created yourself. It boasts an unbelievable degree of perfection for a martial art created by a single person.”
Lee Cheon-sang’s eyes deepened.
“The reigning mawanggi is different.”
“… … .”
“Ruling Mawanggi is the best magician in the world both in name and reality, which has been modified and supplemented over several generations after the first Heavenly Demon set the frame.
The level of magic is not much different from Gu Yu-Ma-Gong, but in terms of vastness, it overwhelms Gu Yu-Ma-Gong.”
Seo Liang meekly admitted it.
The great thing about Ku Yu-ma-gong lies in the martial law that penetrates the devil from the beginning to the end.
The gate to hell is what divides it into stages, and the more layers you pass through, the easier it is to move on to the next stage.
However, what was given up for the great perfection is the vastness.
It is difficult to count the number of magical arts that can be used based on the reigning mawanggi.
However, there are only a few magic tricks that can be used based on Kuyumagong.
Even so, it was melted down thanks to Seo Liang’s experience and enlightenment, and it is difficult to learn effective foreign martial arts with only Gu Yu Ma Gong.
In other words, in terms of accessibility, it is impossible to be an opponent during the reign of Mawangi.
A question arose here.
“Master. I’ve been curious about it for a long time… … .”
“Speak.”
“Why did you pass on the reigning mawanggi to Jin Gwan-yong?”
Lee Cheon-sang answered simply.
“It’s because I didn’t want to accept any disciple other than him.”
“aha?”
“You must have heard from Gogu already, right? That Kogu was the first disciple.”
“… … Ah, yes.”
“He was a spy sent by the Uicheon League. Even though she couldn’t compare to you, fifth or youngest, she was also very talented.
Even if that’s not as much as me, I thought I could reach the level of the Heavenly Demon in my later years.”
She looked at him with disbelief eyes. It’s because the bitterness came out of Lee Cheon-sang’s smile.
“I did not attach affection to the existence of a disciple. It’s not even that kind of personality. But that guy was different.
Surprisingly, my heart was shaken as never before by the first disciple I received.”
“… … .”
“I liked the guy. He liked the distribution and eyes more than his talent.”
“I see.”
“That’s why I didn’t kill him. I made a body using the fantasy of Panmajeong here, and finished it off by showing it to some of the leaders.”
“And did you send them to the Criminal Court?”
“Yes. He was also excellent at martial arts, but his talent for jinbeop (陣法) and mechanical engineering (機關) was such that he dared to argue that he was the best in the world.
He is the one who supplemented the underground prison and labyrinth of the Criminal Court, the arrangement of the Demon Palace here, and the strategy of Panmajeong.”
A look of surprise appeared on the sage’s face.
“Awesome.”
“But he refuses to acknowledge his greatest talent. So he was obsessed with martial arts.”
For a moment, Xi Liang remembered Go Gu’s words.
– But I also have a request. For the next year, please dance with me whenever you want.
Lee Cheon-sang shook his head.
“Because of that incident, I didn’t want to accept disciples. However, it was impossible not to establish a successor.
So, he passed on the reigning mawanggi to the first. It was given to me so that I could grow up well. I didn’t want to get involved in the succession any more.”
“You were irresponsible.”
“know. But I have no regrets.”
“… … Well, that’s it.”
In fact, if Jin Gwan-yong had grown up properly, it would have been difficult to deal with Xu Liang.
“However, from now on it will be different.”
Lee Cheon-sang’s eyes flashed.
Even though it has risen high enough, it is not easy to face Lee Cheon-sang, who is determined and radiates eyes. Xi Liang’s body stiffened involuntarily.
“Gogu was a guy that shouldn’t be cooked. The first one was learned, but he ended up losing in the battle for succession.”
“… … .”
“I don’t want to fail three times in passing on the best magic skills of our school.”
“For me, the manger is enough.”
“Not full yet.”
“Why?”
“Because you are the principal of the main school.”
“ah… … .”
“Reigning Mawanggi is proof and legitimacy itself that you are my unified successor. In order to lead Protestantism in the future, you will have to be great.”
Seo Liang coughed in vain.
“I don’t know if I can handle it. Maybe it will cause a collision with Guyumagong.”
“Don’t be rude. I’m not one to throw meat at someone who can’t digest it.”
“Ahem.”
Lee Cheon-sang watched Seo Liang for a moment.
“However, due to the well-established Gu Yu-Magong, considerable hardships are expected.”
“Yes.”
Lee Cheon-sang rose from his seat.
“You won’t need four knives anymore.”
Seo Liang stuck out his tongue.
“How did you know that? Not yet… … .”
“Take it out and let it go.”
“yep.”
Seo Liang took out the Yongrindo, Chilyado, and Yuseongssangdo.
Lee Cheon-sang’s eyes flashed.
Kaaaaang!
The handles of all four knives were smashed. Seo Liang opened his mouth wide.
“With the exception of the Chil-Yado, the three swords cannot be easily handled even by the masters of this school. It will take a long time, so I will melt it myself.”
“Does it melt?”
Lee Cheon-sang stretched out his hand.
Whoops.
Four swords with only blades remaining rose into the air.
Flash!
Black flames soared from the hands of the heavenly angel.
Xu Liang retreated outside the ten chapters without even knowing it. It was because the fire that exploded for a moment was so terrible that I couldn’t stand it.
“It’s a technique called the reigning mawanggi’s socheon keonhwa (燒天劫fire).”
Bubble bubble!
The four swords that floated in the air melted gradually, and soon began to boil.
Molten iron boils in the air. It was a mysterious sight that could not be seen anywhere else.
Lee Cheon-sang, who had fixed his right hand, raised his left hand. He then drew a line in the air with his index and middle fingers.
Roaring!
The fragments of the molten iron that had been cut off evaporated as they were. Then, the remaining molten iron gradually formed the shape of a huge blade.
Lee Cheon-sang’s eyes shone.
Chiyiyi profit!
As soon as it hit the cold air, a huge amount of smoke rose from the blade.
Looking at the red-hot blade, Lee Cheon-sang said.
“You won’t need any trivial craftsmanship.”
“It’s good to stick to the original purpose of anything.”
Although he said it calmly, Xi Liang’s shock was not the only one.
It was a truly astonishing force. If you look at the method called Socheongeophwa, it seems to be based on Sangma evolution, but its temperature and power were not even comparable.
Lee Cheon-sang’s eyes flashed.
Kaaaang!
A huge blade plunged into the ground.
It was an unbelievably smooth form that was smelted by magic work.
The blade, which drew a fine and gentle curve, was dyed a purple-black color, and it looked extraordinary by itself even without any special craftsmanship.
“I put the reigning mawanggi on the sword and fixed it. Whenever there is a blockage, expand your sense of qi and constantly check your qi. It will be of some help.”
“… … .”
“Take care of the blades and swords on your own.”
“… … thank you.”
“Whoa.”
Lee Cheon-sang sighed softly. This unbelievable task seemed to be a bit difficult for him too. He was surprised to see how uncharacteristically weary he was.
“Get some rest… … .”
“From now on, I will pass on the reigning mawanggi.”
It seemed like it was on purpose. Lee Cheon-sang’s eyes lit up again.
“Even considering your level, it will take three days and three nights. Concentrate properly.”
