How to Live as a Magician in the Martial Arts World Episode 43
Chapter 11. Guigokjangwon (1)
I knew it.
It’s something I can’t help but know.
‘In a way, that could be where it all began.’
At first, the reason why Jegal Hyunmong began to receive recognition was because he gave advice to the Hwangga Sangdan and the Geumga Sangdan.
After that, the two thieves I faced right after I awakened my magic were also people who could not have been unrelated.
“Did you know that the two upper parts were originally one?”
“No, was there one?”
“Yes. It was originally called the Golden Top.”
“That’s a bit of an explicit name.”
That being said, it’s definitely a name I’ve heard before.
“The people were quite like that. They were greedy, a little selfish. They were not without problems. Anyway, as you know, they were quite a large merchant group. At one point, they were able to project their influence across the Central Plains, even beyond Sichuan.”
“Why are they divided when it’s to that extent? And to the point where they’re fighting each other?”
“The last top shareholder was very greedy in many ways.”
Mansu counted on his fingers with a bitter smile.
“As far as I know, he has three wives, nine in-laws, and unofficially known illegitimate children that would form a village.”
“I understand.”
“Furthermore, he either wasn’t particularly interested in succession or was confident that he would live long, so he didn’t do anything special to prepare for succession before he suddenly died. It’s obvious what happened after that, right?”
Mansu didn’t bother to explain. Jegal Hyunmong also didn’t think it was necessary to listen to an explanation.
“So, after going through various twists and turns and seeing a lot of blood, it was divided into the Hwangga Sangdan and the Geumga Sangdan about 40 years ago, and after that it found a certain level of stability, but this time, this kind of trouble happened.”
“Well, then what kind of work do you want me to do?”
It didn’t seem like Mansu would have brought up this story for no reason.
Then Mansu’s expression became serious.
“In fact, do you know that there is a true successor to the Hwangga Sangdan and the Geumga Sangdan?”
“… … Are you the true successor?”
“Yes. You said that the Hwangga Sangdan and the Geumga Sangdan were originally one, right? But both bloodlines were destroyed. But in fact, there was a bloodline that secretly remained that had nothing to do with the Hwangga Sangdan or the Geumga Sangdan. It was a successor who had his share unjustly taken away by the ancestors of the two groups. That successor had been sharpening his sword of revenge for a long time and has now completed his revenge. And that avenger is my enemy.”
Mansu let out a long breath.
“I told you earlier that I am one of the successors of the Sichuan branch of the Haomen?”
“I know.”
“He is one of my competitors, and he is also my strongest competitor. This time, I have called you, Zhuge Xuanmong, to come up with a plan to defeat that competitor.”
Jegal Hyunmong looked at Mansu.
Mansu had his hands clasped together and was sending a sharp glare.
Jegal Hyunmong, who was looking at that face, sighed and opened his mouth.
“Stop lying with a serious face, you idiot.”
“Oh, did I get caught?”
“Isn’t that the way you look when you lie?”
It may not be all false, but at least it was a lie to entrust such a task to Jegal Hyunmong.
Even if it was Jegal Hyunmong, there was no good way to solve such a problem, and even if it really was such a problem, wouldn’t it be something that could be solved with two thousand nyang?
“Well, that’s true. Anyway, I’ve made some mistakes along the way, but what I want to leave to you is none other than investigating the manor where the Golden Merchant Lord once lived.”
“Are you talking about Jangwon?”
“Yes. It was originally a manor built when the Golden Merchant was around, but now no one uses it. When the Hwangga Merchant and the Geumga Merchant were divided, each wanted to have the manor for themselves. After all, it had legitimacy… … However, it ultimately fell through. The ownership was somewhat ambiguous, and more than anything.”
“More than anything?”
“It’s an accident.”
“Are you saying that someone died?”
“Yes, I heard that ghosts appear there. The ghosts of those who died in the manor, and the vengeful spirits of the Hwangga Sangdan and Geumga Sangdan appear there as well.”
“… … .”
Jegal Hyunmong looked at Mansu.
When I heard it, there was something a little suspicious.
“Did you buy that?”
“Yes, do you know how much I suffered? As soon as I heard that the Hwangga Sangdan and Geumga Sangdan had collapsed, I quickly went over there and tried to appease and comfort the remaining guys, and I was sweating profusely. On top of that, the competitor I mentioned earlier was also moving, so it was secretly difficult.”
“You did a good job handing it over.”
“Well, since it was a long-term plan that was a bit of a hassle to begin with, I had no choice but to shake it off and leave. Anyway, it was a pretty good result considering the investment. As long as there are no ghosts or strange rumors.”
Now, Jegal Hyunmong was able to understand Mansu’s intentions.
“I guess something happened.”
The Mansu that Jegal Hyunmong knew was a courageous person.
He did not believe in supernatural powers such as ghosts or magic, and maintained a pragmatic viewpoint.
“Yes, after I took over and was preparing to use the manor… … a ghost appeared. It even tried to cut it with its sword.”
“How was it?”
“There was no taste at all. On top of that, there were quite a few people who died while trying to repair the manor, so the laborers and the rich were scared and just didn’t want to go in.”
“So you’re sending me to a place like that?”
Jegal Xuanmong looked back on his friendships for the first time.
“Are you upset because I didn’t pay you back?”
“Hey, I know what you’re thinking, but that’s not it. I’m going with you.”
“Are you going to go there and torture them until they pay their debt?”
“I said no! Anyway, if you go and investigate and find nothing, that’s fine. I’ll just give you some equipment, so just put on your Taoist robe and make a sacrifice to appease the spirits.”
“I am not a Taoist priest.”
“Anyway, isn’t it something similar? Your ancestors made it too. Something like dumplings.”
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“… … .”
Unfortunately, there is no room for refutation.
Mansu smiled victoriously at Jegal Hyunmong and said.
“Well, it’s not a bad offer for you either. If you act like a Taoist, you can get away with two thousand nyang… … In fact, there’s a rumor going around that manor.”
“Is it a rumor?”
Mansu nodded.
“Yes, there’s a rumor that there’s a treasure hidden in that manor. In fact, the Hwangga Sangdan and Geumga Sangdan were pretty good places, but they didn’t inherit any of the real treasures that the Hwangga Sangdan had before. That’s why there’s a rumor. There’s a treasure hidden in the manor.”
“Of course you are saying this after looking it up, right?”
“Not just me, but I’m sure countless people have searched through this at least once.”
“Then it wouldn’t be difficult for me to find it?”
“I don’t know about other people, but I think you might be able to find it.”
Mansu asked, pretending not to notice Jegal Hyunmong shrugging his shoulders.
“Well, actually, that doesn’t really matter. What I want to ask you to do is investigate the garden. If there’s nothing special, you can pretend to be a Taoist and perform a ritual. If you find something like a treasure during the investigation, you can keep it for yourself. What do you think?”
“hmm.”
Jegal Hyunmong thought for a moment.
‘This is okay.’
Earlier, when Mansu lied with a serious face, I was worried that he would get into some big trouble, but it didn’t seem to be that bad.
Above all, it doesn’t seem like you’ll be fighting anyone in particular or encountering any martial artists.
There were some strange things happening in the garden, like ghosts, but fortunately, Jegal Hyunmong had some suitable people in his arsenal.
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“So… where are we going together?”
“It’s a haunted manor.”
Dang Hwa-ryeong was troubled.
‘What is this guy?’
Although that’s what Jegal Hyunmong said originally, this time I feel like I don’t understand it particularly well.
“So, take me. Take me to the manor where ghosts appear and people die.”
“Yes, I will teach you magic.”
“Is this crazy?”
Tang Hwa-ryeong’s hands trembled with excitement.
“No, why are you making me practice my magic in a place like that? Am I learning magic or martial arts right now?”
Dang Hwa-ryeong exploded with anger.
But Jegal Hyunmong also felt very wronged.
“No, wasn’t it you, Lady Dang, who asked me to teach you more magic during this break? When I gave you the book last time, you just asked me to teach you directly.”
“… … I have a prior engagement.”
“If we consider it a pre-contract, Mansu’s request is a better pre-contract.”
“Ugh.”
Dang Hwa-ryeong had nothing to say.
All I have is an impulse to slap that damn mouth of Jegal Hyunmong.
“I’m busy, and didn’t you say that you wanted to learn quickly? I don’t go home and I’m not doing anything else. Is it because you don’t want to go there?”
“No, that’s not it.”
“Okay. If you don’t like it, I’ll just give you a book like everyone else, so you can learn from it. But don’t come back next time and ask me to teach you.”
As Zhuge Xuanmong’s tone became sharp, Tang Hua Ling felt a little stung.
“Hey, why are you talking like that? Is that what a guy is upset about?”
“Yes, I am very upset right now.”
“Huh, are you being so manly about it?”
“No, I’m very manly and pissed off.”
“Oh my, this guy really doesn’t say a word.”
Dang Hwa-ryeong pouted his lips in frustration and said.
“Okay! Okay, I got it. I’ll go with you. Is that okay?”
“What are you talking about? If other people heard me, wouldn’t it sound like I was begging the Lady to come with me?”
“hey.”
Dang Hwa-ryeong gritted his teeth.
“Let’s go right away… … .”
“yes.”
Jegal Hyunmong quickly nodded his head.
But the result was satisfactory.
‘I’m taking the daughter of the party with me, so I can feel safe even if something happens.’
Even if it’s a ghost, wouldn’t it be better to have a martial arts master like Dang Hwa-ryeong around to feel safer if a person dies?
It would have been nice if we could have taken Lim Jun-gyu with us, but unfortunately, he had already gone to the Nokrim Road Alliance on his own.
-I’m really sorry. I’ll show you a different side next time.
It seemed that Im Jun-gyu was mindful of the past when he was kidnapped by Jegal Hyunmong and did nothing to respond, and the present when he failed to protect the Magic Book despite promising to do so.
‘Is it really necessary to do that… … .’
I thought so, but I sent it anyway, but after sending it, I felt a little regretful.
As he was feeling so sorry, Dang Hwa-ryeong, who had been grumbling for a while, sighed and asked carefully.
“Hey, Jegal. But is it true that ghosts really appear?”
“That’s what they say. According to eyewitness accounts, the ghost of the first wife, bleeding profusely and with her neck bent backwards, is the most famous. The other ghosts… … .”
“… … !”
After a while, Jegal Xuanmong ran away, avoiding the pebbles and other things thrown by Tang Hua Ling.
It was extremely unfair to him.
‘I just answered the question.’
