Episode 425. Ten Heavenly Demons (5)
Protestant Inner Central Square.
A large number of people gathered in the square where the lively demon statue stood tall.
People were lined up tightly in the alleys between buildings around the plaza, as well as on top of single-story buildings.
It was as if all the demons of the Protestant Church had gathered. Most of the demons were gathered here except for a few units and guards who actually received a mission and descended.
however.
“It is quiet.”
“I see.”
A shadow fell over the face of Ki-yang.
“I wonder how it can be this quiet. Since it is the coronation of the religious leader, it is appropriate to be reverent, but…”
“It is different from piety.”
“That’s right. It’s like having gunpowder in front of you right before it explodes. It is tinged with confusion and tension.”
Ichigo let out a sigh.
“I didn’t expect to see a sight like this.”
As the first leader of the Ho Court, he had sacrificed his life for Protestantism for decades.
Because he was like that, on the other hand, he was able to understand the hearts of the disciples. Hadn’t he lived under the reign of a great giant called himself and his followers alike?
Li Cheon-sang introduced Xu Liang as a successor who would brighten the future of Shinkyo, saying that one day he would become stronger than himself.
However, for the disciples who were enthusiastic about Sogyoju at the time, Xiliang was only a successor with great potential, not a god.
Their god has always been the 2nd Heaven, and they would have never imagined any other god.
However, God died, and the one who did not reach the realm of God became the religious leader.
The terrible sense of loss, futility, and the sudden reality of having to worship another god shook the hearts of the disciples.
So even though they gathered in the plaza to see the religious leader, instead of having high hopes, they were just very nervous.
“All of our teachers are strong. They are not the ones to be anxious about a change of government.”
“yes.”
“But the fact that he is showing such an appearance must prove that the reign of the previous leader was great.”
“At the same time, it proves our weakness.”
“yes?”
A faint sense of disappointment was palpable in Lee Gun-seong’s eyes as he watched the guards.
It was a disappointment to the unspecified majority, and furthermore, it was a disappointment to oneself.
“Even if it has been ruled by a holy god, which is hard to come back in history, it is natural for another god to rise above the church as time goes on.
Anyone can feel the immediate despondency, sadness, and frustration. But you can’t bring those feelings along until now.”
“⋯⋯I think so too. However, it is not that I do not understand the feelings of the church members.”
“Me too. That’s why I’m even more disappointed.”
“⋯⋯.”
“The reign of the former religious leader, although not perfect, was not lacking in being called the best.
If you lived in such an era, you should have prepared for the future in order to pass on a better world to future generations.
But they still live in the past, unable to accept reality.”
And me too.
Lee Gun-seong swallowed the back words that were trying to come out without me knowing.
Maybe the closer you are to the religious leader, the stronger you feel.
Although he was not the head of the guard court, he devoted his whole life to defending Shinto as a second-in-command of the guard court.
He was also a person who was greatly shocked by the sudden death of the former religious leader. Probably everyone here is like that.
“I hope this coronation ceremony ends safely and comfortably.”
“I am of the same mind.”
Ki-yang took a deep breath and said.
“By the way, didn’t our juniors grow up very nicely? It’s hard to even call him a junior now, but hey.”
Ichigo smiled.
“That’s right.”
“There was a lot of talk even within the Ho Court. Some jealous guards say they’re good at queuing, but that’s just bullshit.”
“Of course. There is a price to pay in order to obtain a treasure, and Dongpil crossed countless lines with the teacher.
The seat he sits in now is what he won for himself.”
“It’s really embarrassing. I won’t be able to treat you as comfortably as I used to.”
A personal escort with a horse, no different from the one and only warrior of the personal guard of the religious leader. It was a close escort, different from Hocheon Mawangdan.
In fact, it is right to say that he is the most influential person in the Shinto church. It wouldn’t be possible, but even if Ma Dong-pil made a vicious request, the teacher seemed to be willing to listen.
“A young guard who was blunt but more passionate than anyone else, was standing with the god at the top of Mount Tai before he knew it.”
Ki-yang felt genuinely proud. It was the same with Lee Gun-seong.
But I was just as worried. It is not usually difficult to protect someone for the rest of their lives, so the target of escort is not even the head of the Heavenly Demon Church.
There will probably be a lot of trouble in the future.
“Speaking of which, aren’t there some spiritual objects that the headmaster uses?”
“The Central Plains said they call him Yeomwang Yisoo (王二獸).
It’s plausible that they’re two beasts commanded by King Yeomra.
If the teacher had shown how terrifying he was when he was active in the midfield for a while, that title would have been attached.”
Giyang looked around.
“However, I can’t see those spirit creatures. I remember following the headmaster at the coronation ceremony for the headmaster.”
“I don’t know.”
It was a time when the two were in the middle of a conversation full of worries and expectations.
thud!
In the distance, a strong echo emanated from the main gate connecting the inner and outer walls.
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“omg!”
“Mmm, it’s still big.”
The entire plaza, which had been completely deserted, was instantly filled with commotion.
thud. thud. thud.
From far away, a large body with stripes of black yellow was dynamically wriggling and approaching.
A gigantic tiger, taller than an adult man, walked slowly, stepping out on feet as large as its size.
The blood-red eyes were fiercely raised, and the Chinese character Wang was engraved on the forehead.
It was a monster tiger that weighed over a thousand pounds. Its long tail was as thick as a human thigh.
“Ho King.”
It was the appearance of a legendary beast that was said to have served as one of the Yeomwang Yisoo, the ruler of the Beast Palace among the Saewaesa Palace.
As if Xu Liang had become much stronger than when he was a minor tutor in the past, King Ho was also creating a more intimidating atmosphere than before.
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The guards cleared the way to the left and right. Whatever the reason, King Ho was a spiritual creature commanded by the Master. He did not dare to block the road.
In this way, King Ho arrived at the central square, in front of the statue of the demon.
Seruk.
King Ho sat facing the demon statue. Its back was majestic, as if looking at a huge bear.
“Why did that beast suddenly appear?”
“I think the headmaster is coming.”
“But why can’t I see that fox youkai?”
Whatever the reason, the quiet atmosphere was completely broken by the appearance of King Ho. The disciples once again admired King Ho’s presence and were surprised by his size.
Standing at the top of the seven-story pagoda in the distance, looking down at the plaza, Iron Warrior’s eyes shone.
‘The atmosphere has changed. In other words, there was a gap in the hearts of the disciples. Is this a general military operation?’
He, the head of the kidney department, also had to enter the square. However, the reason he was looking down at the entire plaza from here was to prepare for an unexpected situation.
And that wasn’t all. All 10 high-ranking magi from the Shinjangbu surrounded the castle and looked in all directions.
‘I heard that the headmaster told him to get rid of the Mawanggeo…’
Cheolmujeong looked in the direction of the Demon Palace.
‘The Mawanggeo is the symbol of the religious leader. But why doesn’t he want to climb the Emperor’s Palace?’
It was then.
“After taking a few days off, it got bigger?”
Iron Mujeong, startled for a moment, turned his gaze to the plaza.
And that wasn’t all. All the believers gathered here looked at the demon statue in the plaza.
To be precise, it was the head of the demon statue, where the horns came from. There, a young man with a magnificent physique wearing a black dragon robe was sitting in a free-spirited posture.
Her loose hair was blowing in the wind, and her deep, clear eyes were smiling.
There was a very gentle and benevolent atmosphere. At the same time, apart from him, she also radiated a presence that the viewer could not take their eyes off of.
“⋯⋯Sir?!”
Seo Liang nodded.
“Yes, it is me.”
The guards knelt down in unison.
thud!
“Reign s*x! Heavenly Demon! The evil children of demons have an audience with the Holy Spirit!”
Everyone shouted in unison, in a voice that did not differ from each other.
Everyone was greatly taken aback by the sudden appearance of the leader, but they never forgot what they had to do.
It can be seen as an expression of their faith in God, which was draped deep in their hearts.
Xiliang still looked down at the disciples with a smile on his face.
“Aren’t your knees hurting?”
“⋯⋯?!”
“Sit comfortably.”
Do you want to sit comfortably?
The priests were perplexed. They had gathered to see the coronation ceremony of the religious leader and the transfer of horse mawi. It is clear that it is a position that must be infinitely strict, but how can you sit comfortably?
At that moment, Ho Yo-seong slumped down in place.
“Oh, it’s comfortable!”
The guards looked at Ho Yo-seong with shocked faces.
Ho Yo-seong tilted his head.
“What are you doing? Doesn’t the principal ask you to sit comfortably? Be at ease.”
Do you really want to sit comfortably? Are you insane?
“Oops! My back still hurts, but it’s okay.”
Surprisingly, the demons, including the light demon, sat down one by one following Ho Yo-seong.
And that wasn’t all. So Yeon-sim, Mu-dam, as well as all the leaders, sat in their respective comfortable positions.
The situation was like this, so I couldn’t keep on my knees even though I was a member of the church. They got up and sat down, looking at each other.
So all the members sat down and looked up at Xiliang.
Xu Liang took a small bottle of wine from his bosom and took a sip. It was Six Heaven Heart Wine brewed by Lee Cheon-sang himself.
“Okay, that’s good.”
Gather everyone together and drink alone.
The priests were even more perplexed. They never imagined that the priest would drink so casually.
Even more surprising was what happened after that.
She just drank without saying a word.
Seeing the smile on his face, he must have been in a good mood, but after gathering all the people together and drinking without saying anything, only the people sitting there became anxious.
After a while, Xu Liang completely emptied the bottle.
Even then, the sage didn’t say anything. He comfortably stood on his knees, put his arms on it, and looked up at the sky.
The silence showed no signs of ending.
The sky was cloudless, and the sunlight flowing through the cool wind illuminated the entire inner sanctuary.
It was nice weather. The blazing sunlight and the cold wind collided with each other, giving a pleasant feeling of dryness.
It’s been a while again like that.
As time continued to pass, strangely, the faces of the guards, who were full of anxiety, began to relax little by little.
The reason was unknown. It could have been because of the nice weather, or it could have been because the teacher seemed in a good mood.
The important thing is that this place is much more comfortable than when everyone first gathered.
The silence that had created a heavy and uncomfortable atmosphere was no longer heavy.
It was peaceful. It was warm and cool. Even though they sat comfortably, the guards, who had been hesitant in discomfort, finally began to relax their backs.
Time passed again.
One-angle, two-angle and half-vision.
By the time the sun had risen in mid-heaven and had slanted slightly to the west.
Bubbly.
like a person walking.
There was an animal that walked neatly using its big, long legs.
Its size was truly astonishing. It couldn’t be compared to King Ho, but it was a beast that was big enough to remind of a decent Great Tiger.
The fur all over his body was dyed golden, and his rich mane, like that of a lion, came down to his chest and rustled.
There was sadness in the sage’s eyes.
“Kumho.”
Kreung.
I can’t even guess where or how it came from. Keum-ho was walking the same path that King Ho had walked.
And Keum-ho was holding an antique treasured sword in his mouth.
Seo Liang closed her eyes.
“You came with me. Master.”
