Episode 114
Would you like to take a walk?
“… Oh my, those guys, really.”
Dang Ye-won left the Nanhyeopjeon, hitting his shoulder with his fist.
I wonder why some men are so noisy when they don’t even drink.
There was so much to say that even outside, the laughter was so loud that the building shook.
“Thank you for your hard work.”
The green guard guarding the door handed over the bottle with a bitter smile.
Dang Ye-won quickly snatched it away as if he had seen it and gulped it down.
I told them to put ice in it beforehand, and it was definitely cool.
I felt like my head was going to burst.
“I feel like I can finally live. Ugh.”
Inside, only a few people, including Amjon, Danghosan, and Sajadowang, were gathered together and talking.
Dang Ye-won was swept away by the cold and had to put on a show of wit that wasn’t really a show of talent among the old men.
Sing me a song. I heard you learned how to dance recently? Don’t you want to dance? I heard you do Peking Opera too? Just sing a line from Peking Opera…
The moment I saw my grandfather laughing happily while looking at me, I felt like a thousand ounces of energy were rising inside me as I was about to cry and eat mustard.
But what can I do? I have to endure it.
If it was Dangkata, I could have gone to my father and told him about it, but in this place where so many guests were gathered, I couldn’t even do that.
I thought that perhaps it was a petty revenge for the time when I had grabbed my grandfather by the collar and forced him to run away from home.
“Anyway, those old men, watch out for them and make sure they don’t talk nonsense. If there’s anyone who’s making a fuss about wanting a drink, block them right away. Guard the area around the Nanhyeopjeon so that people can’t approach. Also-”
If I just kept adding to my worries, it seemed like the day would break.
The green zone member smiled bitterly.
“You said you had an appointment? Wouldn’t it be better to hurry up and go?”
“Damn, it’s already this late. Anyway, got it? If anything comes up, call me right away.”
“Yes, yes. I won’t let you in on even one little thing, so go ahead. People will be waiting.”
Since the Demonic Cult was right in front of us, it was hard to let our guard down, so everyone was avoiding drinking parties, but the atmosphere was still a lot more relaxed.
“thank you.”
“What is it? See you later then.”
“Okay. Thanks for your hard work.”
Since so many people have gathered today, we also planned to have a small reunion of the Choksan Church.
Dang Ye-won thought as he moved to Baeksangjeon.
‘There must be some ambiguity there, hmm. If you don’t want things to get awkward in the future, it would be best to apologize first.’
Dang Ye-won took great pride in the fact that he was the deputy leader of the Nokjondae.
However, her grandfather’s Dobansamyangguiwon-gong, which even she had not yet mastered, was something she absolutely could not miss.
Even if he were to withdraw later, he would first enlist in the new Gwangpungdae.
However, that would mean constantly having to face Un-Hwi, and I absolutely hated that awkwardness.
Since I was planning to maintain a good friendship with him anyway, I planned to approach him first.
“I’m here.”
So, where we arrived. Baeksangjeon, Icheolsan, and Cheoksa Samwon were already in a state of excitement.
“Huh? It’s a one-of-a-kind item!”
“Come in.”
“You look like you had a hard time coming here?”
Yoo Su-min and Sima Seon-ui greeted him warmly, and Lee Cheol-san smiled and offered to take the seat opposite him.
“Really… I can’t express it in words. I mean, I barely managed to get out of this.”
“It’s not easy to support the elderly. There are also many guests you have to meet.”
“That’s why I said I thought you were going to turn away.”
Lee Cheol-san laughed bitterly.
“Your speech is still rough. But aren’t there many people who idolize Won Mae? For them, you should be a role model-”
“If you keep nagging me, I’ll get up?”
“… No. I’ll just stay quiet.”
Lee Cheol-san let out a light sigh.
It wasn’t easy for Yoo Su-min or Dang Ye-won.
Although it is a large-scale religious organization, it seems that it is not being treated as such at all these days.
“cheer up.”
Only Sima Xian seemed to know of Lee Cheol-san’s hard work, so he patted his shoulder and poured him a glass.
I was teased by my younger siblings who were nearly ten years younger than me, and then comforted.
While a bitter smile appeared on Lee Cheol-san’s lips, Dang Ye-won looked around as if searching for something.
“But I don’t see anyone?”
“One person? Oh! I see you’re talking about luck.”
“Have you decided to become close friends?”
“We’re the same age. Then, wouldn’t it be worth it?”
“You don’t want to show off your age, do you?”
“… Who in the world wants to grow old? Anyway, if you’re lucky, you went to Nanhyeopjeon a little while ago because you were called there, but you didn’t meet him?”
“Is it the Nanhyeopjeon? I haven’t heard of it at all?”
If it’s a call to the Nanhyeopjeon, it means that the Dark Lord has called separately.
It seems that the call came after Dang Ye-won left his seat.
“I guess our paths diverged.”
“I see. It’s understandable since the garden is large and there are a lot of people… but what on earth is going on?”
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Dang Ye-won couldn’t help but tilt her head because she couldn’t immediately figure out what was going on.
On the one hand, it was disappointing.
I wanted to talk to Un-Hwi for a bit, but we missed the opportunity because our paths diverged for a moment.
Then suddenly, Dang Ye-won realized that Dang Gyu-jin was staring at her.
An awkward smile that I can’t quite place. He raised his hand to say hello, but it seemed like he was avoiding eye contact.
‘Why is my sister acting like that all of a sudden?’
Since I had always been like real sisters to Dang Gyu-jin, I found that behavior strange.
She had no idea that the reason Dang Gyu-jin did that was because of Yun-hui.
* * *
“How about tea? Does it suit your taste? If it weren’t for the timing, I would have offered you a drink, but that’s too bad.”
“It’s okay. I like this one too. In fact, since the environment of Sichuan and Guizhou is similar, I thought the tea would be similar, but I was surprised at how different the taste was.”
“Hehehe. Really? Maybe it’s because Sacheon is a bit more humid, but the moisture content of fruits and grains is higher, so they have this unique flavor.”
“Thanks to you, I am having a pleasant experience.”
The feeling that the Lion King got after seeing the Dark Lord was very simple.
Monster.
When he spoke in front of everyone about the need for a new wind force, he displayed an almost incomparable dignity, but in this private setting, he appeared as humble as a neighborhood grandfather.
And then there’s the occasional mischievous prank he shows towards his granddaughter and Danghosan.
I secretly wondered which appearance was the real dark zone.
Perhaps, just as herbs can be both poisonous and medicinal depending on how they are used, the Dark Lord may also have dualities, with both appearances being his true self.
“As for martial arts, it seems to have many similarities with this car.”
The dark lord smiled as he filled the lion king’s cup.
“Depending on the temperature of the water and the length of time it is aged, doesn’t the taste differ? Of course, if there is a mistake along the way, it can rot, but if managed well, even cheap tea can be reborn as a famous tea.”
The lion king looked at the cup silently.
Danghosan did not join their conversation and just nodded quietly.
“You too have achieved the depth of flavor you desired. What do you think?”
“It’s just my opinion, there’s no such thing.”
“Oh. None?”
“Of course I was happy when I climbed it. It was a path I had wanted to climb so badly, so that was natural. But it was only for a very short time.”
Gulp, gulp, gulp!
The Lion King continued speaking, downing his cup cheerfully as if he knew nothing about the tea ceremony.
“When you climb a mountain, you can only see the peak. But once you reach the top, the view changes. To be honest?”
“There’s no one else here but us. We’re a family now. Feel free to talk.”
One family.
Those words came as a new experience to the Lion King.
“I was scared.”
“Hahaha. The world’s Taoist King is scary. People would laugh if they heard that.”
“I’m not joking. I’m serious. How on earth can you live with this kind of sight?”
To climb Mubong (武峰). To reach the end.
It was a lifelong dream for the Lion King.
But when he actually looked down from the top, he felt gloomy for the first time.
Although he felt a sense of accomplishment at having reached such a high place, he had no idea how he could go any higher.
There is nothing above Mubong but the sky.
Then he had to fly in the sky… but he had no wings.
If you jump up forcefully, you’ll end up falling down.
At that time, there was no one to accept it. It was instant death.
A state where you cannot deviate even an inch to the side.
A position where not a single mistake can be made. That was Mubong.
So, the Lion King could not understand the realm of the Star Trail at all.
How can you gather starlight that has no form and create a path?
“Of course I was scared at first. Why wouldn’t I be? If I make a mistake, everything will fall apart.”
“… … .”
“But people are creatures of adaptation. If you keep seeing something, you will get used to it without even realizing it. You will lose your fear. Then, from then on, you will somehow find your way.”
“… … .”
“Isn’t that how it is with life? I worry that what I’ve achieved will collapse right away, but after a little while, I adapt and have other desires.”
“… … .”
“The problem starts right then. Either you lose your sense of humor so much that you don’t even know what you’re doing and end up getting your head smashed, or you calmly figure out your own thing and work your way up until you finally achieve something greater.”
The Lion King felt that the words of the Dark Lord spoke to him about his own situation.
“Don’t you think so?”
“That sounds right. I will do as you advised and refrain from the reckless behavior I have been doing so far, and walk carefully.”
Amzone smiled faintly.
Certainly, there were many differences between the Lion King before and after his enlightenment.
As long as you have that kind of mindset, you will eventually get to where you are.
So, it had to be tied up here.
‘Unhwi, that kid has done something great. He must be blessed with good fortune.’
Amjon took a book out of his bosom and handed it to the Lion King.
In that moment, the Lion King’s eyes widened.
Because the six letters written in rough script on the front caught my eye.
– Doban Samyang Gwiwon Gong.
“…Why this all of a sudden?”
“You see it first. Then burn it right away.”
“!!”
“The most important thing here is to get rid of it right away after reading it. If you keep holding onto it for no reason, it will be useless. While reading, just accept the inspiration it gives you.”
“… … That’s not what I’m asking. To me, a foreigner, something so precious-”
The dark lord tilted his head as if he didn’t understand.
“That’s a strange thing to say. Why are you an outsider? You’re Un-Hwi’s brother-in-law?”
“!!”
“The clan is closed. And exclusive. But once you become a member, you are a member for life.”
“!”
“That’s why I’m giving it to you. Because you’re my family.”
“… … .”
“It’s also a bribe to ask for continued good management in the future.”
The Lion King held the book with trembling hands.
I swallowed dry saliva without realizing it.
‘The bowls are… different.’
The Lion King was the first to be approached by the Dark Lord.
When I first received the offer to have a cup of tea together, I was just light-hearted. It was the same when we were joking around just a little while ago.
But now that I look back, it was ridiculous.
The being before your eyes is an absolute being who rules over not only the four thousand martial arts worlds but also the Western martial arts world.
And yet, he shows such a free-spirited side and even goes so far as to show something unconventional.
Although I myself had a relatively open mind, I also wondered if I could go this far.
What was even more surprising was that his right-hand man, Dang Ho-san, was quiet.
It means that this situation is familiar.
The Lion King seemed to have a vague idea why the Holy Ark was classified as being on a different level from the Mubong.
“And you don’t have to worry too much. I was planning on handing this over to the new storm anyway.”
Amzon winked one eye playfully.
Of course, that wasn’t something to be taken lightly.
Entering the new whirlwind was only a part of Dobansamyangguiwongong. This book was a ‘complete product’.
“I will take good care of it.”
“Hey, you didn’t listen to me properly. I told you not to look at it carefully and just read it quickly.”
“I’ll keep that in mind.”
“What the heck. You don’t seem to understand at all.”
Amjon grumbled and turned his gaze towards Danghosan.
“Sana, by the way, I heard that watermelon is in season these days. I suddenly feel like eating some. Where can I get some?”
“Yes. I will be back.”
Danghosan silently got up from his seat and nodded.
Then he gave the Lion King a sneaky hint.
The lion king also noticed and got up from his seat.
“I’m in the mood for some fresh air anyway, so I’ll go with Bun-ga-ju.”
“I see.”
Two people disappeared, and only the dark zone suddenly remained.
There was a noise at the door.
“This is Dang Yun-hwi.”
“Come in.”
Crunch!
The door opened wide and Unhwi came inside.
At that moment, Yun-Hwi’s footsteps stopped for a moment.
Because the atmosphere flowing around the dark zone was unusual.
“I left the crowd empty on purpose. There’s something I want to confirm with you.”
…check?
What are you checking?
Unhwi opened his eyes slightly, not knowing what was going on, and Amjon spoke in a low voice.
“Would you like to take a walk and get some fresh air?”
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