◈ Episode 84. Back to Sacheon
Danryehwa jumped down from the tree and said as she looked at the back of her enemy moving away.
“The enemies are returning.”
If the five scouts had been killed, the enemy would have certainly attacked the forest.
Because Jinmu Rip deliberately let them live, the enemy noticed his strength and retreated obediently.
Jinmu-rip followed and jumped down to her side.
“The old man is quite clever.”
If the enemy had entered the forest, a fight would have been unavoidable.
I didn’t think I would lose, but if even a few of the two hundred or so enemies had escaped, the silver stage could have been exposed.
The enemy’s retreat was the most perfect development I could have imagined.
Danryehwa smiled brightly.
“It seems like we defeated the enemy without fighting.”
I’ve been so surprised by this that I can’t even express my admiration.
If it was Jinmu Rip, it seemed like it would be a given that anything he did would be successful.
“If we were to find the remnants of the Potala Palace, we wouldn’t have been able to send many to the east. We will join the Changdo and return to Sacheon.”
“Okay. Let’s go. If we’re any later, we’ll miss the stage.”
The Army Corps, Yongchu, and Cheonmu-dae were still riding their horses toward the northwest.
Jinmu Rip summoned the Silver Stage.
“You guys can outrun the Cheonmu-dae. We’ll join them, so go to the window first and wait.”
“I obey your orders.”
The silver stage, which had been set up like an example, disappeared in an instant.
* * *
Jang Baek-gwan, who was at the forefront of the retreating cavalry, approached So Yu-bong and asked cautiously.
“Your Majesty. Are you going to let them go like this?”
The retreat from the forest was understandable.
However, we couldn’t just let the opponent who had caused so much damage to the Blood Cult go like this.
“To catch them for sure, we must at least send the Kyaphwacheonsaldae (劫火天殺隊).”
The Gyeophwacheonsaldae is the second strongest unit in the Blood Cult.
Considering that the Suradae only moved on the orders of the cult leader, the Gyeophwacheonsaldae were the strongest warriors on the front lines.
Jang Baek-gwan asked with slight surprise.
“Cheonmu-dae is not in a state to fight.”
“If I had only wanted to catch Cheonmu-dae, I would have fought instead of running away. The problem isn’t them, it’s that kid named Jinmu-rip.”
A martial artist strong enough to defeat a spirit and bloodthirsty god that are not suitable for his age.
So Yoo-bong was convinced that Jin Mu-rip would be the biggest obstacle in the upcoming war with Sacheon.
“As soon as you arrive at the nearest branch, send a letter to the general headquarters and request the Gyeophwacheonsaldae. Since we have captured Rapsal, we should have time to turn them back. If we hurry, we can catch up with them before they cross the Daeseol Mountains.”
“All right.”
After giving instructions, So Yoo-bong’s eyes took on a cool light.
‘Hehe. It won’t be easy to let it go.’
* * *
Guyangmu, who was following right behind the army commander, could not hide his discomfort.
Dang Ja-gyeong approached him as he kept looking back.
“Are you worried?”
“These two people offered themselves as bait to send us away, but stayed behind. How can we feel at ease?”
“Don’t worry. Even if the cult leader and the Asura faction show up, those two will be able to escape safely.”
The Sura-dae was the strongest striking force of the Blood Cult, and even the intact Cheonmu-dae could not ignore it.
Goo Yang-moo looked at him with surprise at the higher evaluation than expected.
This is because Dang Ja-gyeong was the one who looked down on Jin Mu-rip more than anyone else in Cheonmu-dae.
“you…….”
Dang Ja-gyeong smiled bitterly.
“I saw it with my own eyes. I cannot deny the skill of Gwangmu Daeju.”
At that moment, a soldier passing by a large rock stopped his horse.
“You all look tired. Let’s take a nap here.”
As long as Jinmu-rip remains, there is no way the enemy will appear from the rear.
If by any chance an enemy manages to break through Jinmu-rip and Eunmu-dae and come here, resistance is meaningless.
The reason why the army is moving so leisurely is because they are sure that Jinmu Rip will soon catch up.
Na Baek-ryun was the first to get off his horse.
“You must be tired. Let’s all get off and rest.”
Then, Guyangmu and Cheonmu Daewon stepped on the ground one by one.
The army went around the area, even gathering tree branches and making a bold fire.
Lighting a fire while being chased was taboo, but no one among the Cheonmu Corps tried to stop them.
I started to believe in the later index of this place, including Jinmu Rip.
Cheonmu-dae fell into a deep sleep, protected by a rock that blocked the wind and warmed by a campfire.
By the time Jinmu-rip and Danryeohwa joined Cheonmu-dae, the night had become very dark.
Cheonmu-dae was so tired that he didn’t even wake up when the two people arrived.
It’s still a long way to Sacheon.
Jinmu-rip took a nap while waiting for them to wake up on their own.
When the campfire began to die down in the early morning frost, they woke up and got up, relieved that Jinmu-rip and Danryehwa were safe.
Guyangmu, who had finished preparing to leave, approached.
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“How did the chase go?”
“They should be heading somewhere else by now. You can rest assured until you reach Changdo.”
“You… are truly amazing.”
Jinmu-rip smiled broadly and got on his horse.
“Let’s hurry. They won’t give up like this.”
“Okay, everyone get on the horse.”
The eyes of the monk who was riding on his horse suddenly became lively.
As Jinmu-rip had expected, there was no pursuit.
Moving north quickly, they were able to arrive at a field with a view of Changdo, in the pouring white snow of the morning of the previous day.
* * *
White snow piled up on the roof of the abandoned house.
In the small yard, clear footprints are carved on the pure white snow.
Wedge!
The sharp sword strokes mercilessly pierced the falling snowflakes.
‘It’s not enough yet.’
It was only after I lost that I realized what I was lacking.
A longing for strength wells up like a fountain.
The sword’s recovery continued like flowing water, and soon it began to stab and cut the snowflakes in all directions as if they were life-or-death enemies.
The footprints of Yuda, who had fallen into a state of oblivion, quickly left traces all over the yard.
The sword dance in the snowfield, which had continued without any disturbance, ended only after a presence was felt.
“Is it okay to move like that already?”
The person climbing over the half-collapsed wall was none other than Dang Soso.
Judas smiled awkwardly and put the sword in.
“It’s worth moving.”
After visiting Jeoksagok, the atmosphere between Yudae and Dangcheon and Jinseolran was noticeably different than before.
They devoted themselves to training fiercely every day, just like generals preparing for war.
Other reviewers who were swept up in that atmosphere also did not waste time.
While staying at Anga, they were growing differently every day.
A puff of steam rises above Judaeha’s shoulders.
“Yusohyeop.”
“yes.”
“Are you bleeding?”
Drops of blood were dripping from his black uniform onto his eyes, indicating that his wound had opened.
Yudae smiled brightly, rolling his eyes here and there.
“But it’s still possible to move.”
Dang Soso held out a small box the size of the palm of her hand.
“It’s a dry area, so the wounds on your skin will easily get worse. Apply this.”
The man smiled broadly.
“I will use it well.”
At that moment, a loud sound of horse hooves was heard at the entrance to the village.
“It’s a thousand stages!”
“The Heavenly Dance is back!”
Someone’s scream echoed through the village filled with abandoned houses.
Kang Yu-wol, Ha Jong-bo, and the Unryongak warriors all flew to the village entrance in one go.
They couldn’t hide their bewilderment at the miserable appearance of the stage.
The neat uniform was difficult to see its original shape, and the exposed skin was covered with healing wounds.
Of the hundred or so unmanned soldiers, only a little over thirty returned alive.
A crushing defeat for Cheonmu-dae, once renowned as the strongest in the Sacheon Alliance.
I couldn’t help but feel moved.
“What, what the heck is this… … .”
Jin Seol-ran covered the mouth of Guk Cheol-yeong, who was glaring.
[Don’t show it. They’re the ones who have it harder than anyone else.]
Kookcheolyoung nodded slightly.
Cheonmu-dae could not hide their complicated emotions from the gazes directed at them.
They are the ones who have always been the recipients of envious looks.
Only after seeing their bewildered expressions did the humiliation of defeat begin to sting.
Gu Yangmu, who knew their feelings well, spoke to the Unryong Pavilion warriors.
“I’m sorry, I was expecting good news. As you guessed, we were defeated.”
I thought that it would be more comfortable for my subordinates to admit defeat rather than continue the awkward atmosphere.
As soon as he finished speaking, Jinmu Rip rode forward.
“Victory or defeat is a matter of personal choice. Regardless of the outcome of the mission, the Cheonmu Corps did their best for the Sacheon Alliance. You should be thankful that your comrades have returned safely.”
The later index members tried to change their expressions as if they felt something from Jinmu Rip’s words.
A grateful light appeared in Guyangmu’s eyes as he looked at Jinmurip.
Kang Yu-wol said with a big smile.
“The Archbishop’s words are right. The Heavenly Army has returned after completing a difficult mission that no one else could accomplish.”
Ha Jong-bo continued speaking.
“You’ve worked hard. Come inside, I’ll prepare a meal.”
Goo Yang-moo shook his head, hiding his complicated feelings.
“Now is not the time. We need to get ready and leave this place within a short period of time.”
Dangcheon muttered as if talking to himself.
“It looks like there’s a chase.”
The later indexes began to stir at that soft voice.
Jinmu Lip said.
“I didn’t come here to pursue you. However, I can’t guarantee that the enemy won’t pursue you until you return to Sacheon. You have to escape before the ones who took over the main palace of Podalap Palace turn their attention to this place.”
Everyone’s eyes widened at those words.
“Po, are you saying that the Podalap Palace has collapsed?”
Danryehwa opened her mouth.
“It’s probably been about ten days since the main palace of Rabsal fell. If we send the soldiers who were working on the front lines here, we won’t be able to leave easily. As the Great Lord said, it would be better to hurry.”
“Army Soldiers and Yongchu, who went to Changdo to buy horses, will be back soon. Get ready and gather before then.”
As soon as the words were spoken, the warriors quickly dispersed and prepared to return.
Yudae, who had remained in his seat until the end, smiled broadly and took the lottery ticket.
“Thank you for your hard work.”
Jinmu Rip also smiled and said.
“Your gaze has changed quite a bit in the meantime.”
“I just realized the reality of my shortcomings. I’ll hurry up and get ready.”
After Judaeha disappeared, the two people who had gone to Changdo returned.
When those who went to buy horses returned empty-handed, Danryehwa tilted her head.
“Why are you just coming?”
The army commander shrugged and said.
“There isn’t a single horse in the stables. It looks like they’ve got something to do with it.”
The meaning of the words that the Army Commander uttered was obvious to everyone.
They haven’t given up yet.
Goyangmu came and said.
“I left the withdrawal plan up to you.”
“yes.”
“If anyone has to stay behind this time, it has to be our Cheonmu-dae.”
Although they haven’t recovered their good physical condition, if someone has to make a sacrifice, it would be right for them to send Unryongak away and stay behind.
If they leave their juniors behind and go back on their own, they will never be able to show their faces again for the rest of their lives.
Although they had fallen into the enemy’s trap and were defeated, they wanted to fulfill their duty as seniors in the martial arts world.
Although they were of one mind and burning with determination, Jinmu-rip shook his head.
“There is no need for that.”
If it weren’t for Jinmu Rip, they would all have died in Jirim.
I couldn’t let Jinmu-rip shoulder the heavy burden alone.
Gu Yangmu said firmly.
“This time, I can’t leave you behind.”
Jinmu-rip said with a faint smile.
“No one has to be left behind. This time, everyone goes together.”
“Is that possible?”
Jinmu-rip nodded, thinking of someone for a moment.
“It is possible.”
I swallowed the words I couldn’t say.
‘If only the red hat had arrived on time.’
The Unryongak warriors who had finished their preparations gathered.
Jinmu Rip looked around at everyone and said.
“We will all cross the Daxue Mountains and return to Sacheon together, without a single person being left behind.”
Now is the final step.
A solemn determination spread through everyone’s eyes.
Kang Yu-wol nodded and said.
“If the patriarch is like that, then it is quite possible. Let’s go.”
“Let’s go.”
Led by Jinmu Rip, the Sacheon Alliance warriors set out on their final journey to return.
