Episode 26
I’m thinking of making a sword
“Why the blacksmith… … Ah! Are you finally going to learn the secret technique in earnest?”
A look of doubt appeared on Dang-gon’s face for a moment, but soon it brightened.
Every Tang family had one or two close personal blacksmiths or master craftsmen.
This was because the memorization tools were so diverse, and because they were very small and required delicate processes, each individual had to make different adjustments.
So, Dang-gon seemed happy at the thought that I might throw away my 18-ban weapons (from Dang-ga’s perspective) that I didn’t really need and take up a secret weapon.
He originally specialized in dark techniques using the Gwangpungmu, so I think he thought he had a lot to teach me, but what can I do about it?
“No, that’s not it.”
“… Then what are you going to make?”
“You’ll be disappointed if you hear that.”
“Okay, then. I won’t listen.”
Although he seemed to be trying his best not to show it, his shoulders were slightly slumped.
I wonder if he really had grown fond of me over the years. Danggon now really regarded me as his designated disciple.
“Well, there is only one night market I know.”
“but?”
“There’s a bit of a problem.”
“Do you live far away?”
“No. I live in Guryong County. Do you know Lubanyabang?”
“How don’t you know that?”
“That’s the owner.”
Anyone from the Guryong branch, no, anyone living in Guryong County has probably used the Nobanyabang at least once.
Because it boasted such a large size.
But what left an impression on me was the name.
It’s a roadblock.
Isn’t this the real name of the Taoist god of architecture, technology, and crafts, Gyo-seong-seon-sa?
As the name suggests, I thought the owner had a lot of pride in his own skills, but was it someone Danggon knew?
“You said you were a veteran, but you really are skilled? But I thought you didn’t handle the weapons?”
“Aren’t there quite a few night marketers in the branch? I just didn’t feel the need to go that far. The owner of the branch didn’t really like the Dangga people either, because he always complained that memorization wasn’t enough to make a profit.”
I felt like I understood somehow.
If you do that, your memory will break down, you will lose the game because the product is defective, and in my opinion, the Tang family members are the worst of the worst who will throw a tantrum at the drop of a hat. So you probably want to avoid them as much as possible.
“So now, he is only looking after the weapons of those he had a previous relationship with. I understand that he is also looking after the weapons of the Lord of the Bunga.”
“Even the Lord of the Branch House’s weapon?”
This part was a bit unexpected, so I opened my eyes wide without realizing it.
“Are you from Gwangpungdae?”
“Similar.”
“A field officer from the Gwangpungdae? I was curious because it was kept secret all this time-“
“I was wondering who makes their mysterious secret weapons and gunpowder weapons, and now my question is finally answered!”
Judging from the way the ghosts were chattering, it seemed like I could really trust their skills.
I thought it went well.
The sword I’m trying to make is quite unique.
“Anyway, he’s a bit… no, he’s very arrogant and doesn’t listen to what other people say, but if I recommend him, he’ll help me.”
“thank you.”
“Instead.”
“?”
“No matter what happens, I won’t blame you.”
“???”
At this point, I started to get curious.
What kind of gentleman are you to do something like this?
* * *
The visit of the Dark Lord is fast approaching, just over twenty days away.
The Kowloon branch was bustling with people.
Not only the Tang clan members who went to Gangho and returned after receiving a summons, but also the warriors of the maternal side and important figures of the collateral line.
Even from afar, there were quite a few ordinary people who flocked to see the face of the Dark Lord, so Guryong County was literally a sea of people.
Among them were envoys from various western martial arts regions such as Sichuan, Gansu, Qinghai, Yunnan, and Guizhou.
“… Ah, did I ask you to introduce this for nothing?”
I looked at the crowd that filled the market street with weary eyes.
There seemed to be no way out.
I covered my face with my hat pulled down deep in case anyone recognized me.
Even if I hadn’t done this, I don’t think passersby would have noticed me.
“There are too many people. How about you just finish the visit to the Dark Zone and then refine it?”
‘No. It’s too late.’
Soon, the evil spirits of Heukgolgwigok and the others will attack the Nine Dragons.
I wanted to make the best preparations possible.
Moreover, I had already taken the first step and decided to go first, so I followed the map that Danggon had drawn for me.
Clunk, clunk!
Every time he moved, the sword clumsily hung on his back made a loud noise.
“Are you thinking of improving the black sword?”
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The ghosts hovered above it, asking questions.
Of course, it would be strange for someone who has never even held a sword for fun to make one.
‘Uh. For now.’
“Then it would have to function not only as a weapon but also as a magical tool… That wouldn’t be easy.”
‘Because there aren’t many places where you can make magic tools in the first place.’
The production method of magic tools was much more difficult than that of general magical tools such as dharma tools.
If it were easy, I would have made it myself a long time ago.
“I’m sure the young sect leader has a brilliant plan that we haven’t thought of, but even so, Soma’s foolish concern is that although the Sacheondang family has excellent refining techniques, we are worried about whether they will be able to refine magical tools.”
Fifteenth Ho was cautious in expressing his opinion, as if he was worried that something that was originally his would be ruined.
‘What should I say again?’
“Oh, then it seems that the skills of the Sacheondang family are far more excellent than those known in Cheonsan.”
‘Of course it’s not okay.’
「… … .」
For a moment, silence flowed among the ghosts.
“then…?”
‘But can’t I improve it in the direction I want? After all, Tangga’s detailed handwork is the best in the world.’
“ah!”
Considering that the magical tool I originally used in my previous life was the Magic Dragon Sword, even if it was the Iron Horse Factory that was famous for making magical tools, it would never be able to make a magical tool of the level that I wanted.
Even if the Iron Horse Ark, the best craftsman in the world, personally steps forward, it would be the same.
In that case, wouldn’t we have no choice but to interfere with each and every one of them to make it as customized as possible?
“As expected, the young cult leader has a plan! I’m surprised!!”
“You truly have such great insight-“
Now, leaving behind the flattery of the ghouls that were becoming tiresome, I was able to arrive in front of a very large blacksmith shop.
I could feel the heat coming from outside the door.
“These things really don’t run fast!?”
“Even if a snail were to beat me, I would beat it much faster than you guys!”
“Hey, hey! The molten metal is way out of the mold over there! Aren’t you going to do it right? You want to get all burned?!”
Inside the old man’s room, many craftsmen were running around sweating profusely, urging the old man to keep his hands clanking.
He is a very short old man, only about five feet tall, but judging by his bronze skin and muscles, he looks like he could easily knock down one or two tall men.
It was a horrible sight, with half of his face burned.
However, the sight of the entire barn being moved by just one spirit was truly spectacular.
“Not only is his spirit like that, but his realm is also not small.”
“It seems like he’s quite skilled, but why hasn’t someone like him been known until now?”
“Didn’t the Tang family originally have a dark tradition of being reluctant to reveal their talents to the outside world? I guess the author is one of those hidden eccentrics. But then again, upon closer inspection, he seems familiar somehow-“
“Excuse me.”
I shouted loudly because I thought that if I just stood still, no one would pay attention to me until the sun went down.
“What are you?”
“Are you by any chance a Luban artisan who writes with the characters dang, chuk, yong, and ham?”
The blacksmith’s name was like that, but the old man’s name was even hotter.
Congratulations.
The God of Fire. Even if it’s just a pseudonym, isn’t he truly the epitome of narcissism?
“Is that so?”
“Let me introduce myself. My name is Dang Yun-hui, the second son of the Guryong branch family.”
The old man, Dangchuk-yong, looked me up and down with gloomy eyes and then laughed heartily.
“Are you the snake that little brat was talking about?”
A calf? A snake?
Danggon, look at this gentleman. You’ve been gossiping about me here and there without me knowing.
Still, Danggon and the little girl got along quite well.
“I thought you would come as a stone-like person since you are the son of a stone-like person… But still, you look more human than your father. So why did you come here? To make weapons like that little brat said?”
He said he was close with Danghosan and called him without hesitation.
I thought I might be the only person in Guryong County who could do this.
“Yes. I have a weapon that I personally want to make.”
“What are you going to make?”
“I’m thinking of making a sword.”
“knife?”
One of Dangchuk-yong’s eyebrows rose as if in surprise.
“yes.”
“Do you want to become a Cheongseong Malkora like your sister?”
“I’m not the type of person to just stay in a mountain valley and quietly practice meditation.”
“Then why does that guy need a sword?”
“It has its uses.”
“I guess you don’t want to tell me.”
“If you have any information you need to produce it, I’ll tell you.”
“Fine. He’ll probably just make up a plausible story anyway.”
Even though we only exchanged a few words, Dang Chuk-yong had a very sharp side.
“As you can see, we are quite busy. We are so busy with customers. Even though you are the son of the Guryong branch family, we cannot treat you well, right? Is that okay?”
In preparation for the Dark Lord’s test, all the Tang clan members will be busy checking their weapons. This was expected.
Rather, now was the time to be grateful for receiving the order.
If it weren’t for his friendship with Dang-gon, he probably wouldn’t have listened to him, since he was showing off his annoyance on the outside.
“It’s okay. However, the conditions I’m ordering may be very strict. Please attach only skilled field clothes. Of course, it would be better if you could help me.”
“Even if your father comes and begs you, I won’t accept it or not! You’re a hundred years too young to even receive a single secret from me, you little brat.”
“I don’t dare to hope for that. However, as I said, the conditions for the weapon I’m ordering are quite strict. I’m telling you this because I need to hire someone who is truly skilled.”
“Huh! Where is there a guy in the Tang family who isn’t picky?”
Dangchuk-yong laughed lightly with his arms crossed.
I laughed quietly.
If you keep talking so loudly, you’ll regret it later.
“I told you clearly.”
“I also said it clearly. It is a wild place that I run under my nickname. How could there be any failure? I have never seen a single person in the Tang family who was dissatisfied after asking me for help.”
Dangchuk-yong didn’t even look at me anymore.
“Do you have the blueprints? Give them to me. I’ll figure out how to put together something that fits.”
Dangchuk-yong received the blueprint with an expression that said, ‘What good would it be if a blueprint like that came from a child like you were difficult?’ and then tilted his head as he examined its contents.
“Huh?”
“Huh?”
“Little Leader, this is-“
The same goes for the ghosts who see the drawings for the first time.
“You want me to make a sword?”
“Yes, that’s right. I’m thinking about improving this.”
He released the black sword and showed it to me.
Dangchuk-yong’s expression as he watched that now changed to one of absurdity.
“Did you give me the wrong drawing?”
“No. I gave it to you correctly.”
“That doesn’t make sense! What’s drawn here is clearly a fan, so how can you make a sword out of it!!”
Well, that’s because it’s not an ordinary sword.
The drawing showed a fan instead of a sword.
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