Episode 113. Denying existence.
Sapa and Nokrim are like neighbors.
Sapa people who had accidents they couldn’t handle hid in the mountains or rivers and became part of the green forest, and the green forest people who got tired of mountain life would go down to the city.
Seok Mu-hae, the Pacheon Demon Lord, one of the ten greatest masters in the world and the head of the Green Forest, is an object of awe for the Four Sects’ martial artists. This is because he is the one who defeated the Seven Sects, represented by the Jeongpa Sect, through martial arts.
Most of the Sapa warriors regarded Seokmuhae as the guardian of Sapa.
Of course, in reality the opposite was true.
Pacheonma-gun lived his entire life suppressing the heads of the Sapha faction. There are countless famous heads who were beaten to death while fighting with him.
Nevertheless, the Sapha warriors still regarded the Pacheonma Army as their last bastion. They believed that if they fought the Jeongpa masters, the Pacheonma Army would stand on their side.
Han Sang-do, the head of the Sakpunghoe clan, was one of those who had such baseless beliefs.
So, as soon as he saw the Pacheonma Army, he was filled with excitement and ran to them, bowing his head.
I guess sincerity gets through.
Seok Mu-hae shook off the unpleasant feelings he had towards Im Tae-geun and Cheon Moon-gwang.
“who are you?”
“It is said that the reward is in the lower class!”
“A table set for the Jeongju Sakpunghoe?”
“Yes! I am honored that you remember my name!”
Han Sang looked up at Seok Mu Hae with a face that said he had no regrets even if he died.
Seok Mu-hae said, pointing to Yeonjeok-ha.
“This is the general patrol of the Seventy-Two Green Forests. Make sure you take good care of them.”
Han Sang’s eyes widened at the word ‘total patrol’.
The Nokrim is a place full of untrustworthy people, so you never know when a sword will fly from behind. That’s why you can’t wear the hat if you don’t have the skills. The reason the Nokrim clan obeys their superiors is because they are strong.
‘That young man’s martial arts skills are second only to Pacheonma-gun? I can’t believe it… … .’
The surprise was short-lived, as Han Sang hit his forehead on the floor and shouted.
“Patrol Chief! My name is Han Sang! Just give me whatever I want to do! I will do my best!”
Han Sang must have studied a lot when he was young because he uses a lot of difficult words in his writing.
He glanced at Hansang with an indifferent expression on his face, then quickly turned his head away. To be honest, he didn’t want to get involved in the bothersome business of being a general patrolman.
Hansang looked at Yeonjeokha with a slightly embarrassed expression.
People have feelings. He knew that the young patrolman was reluctant to take notice of him.
At that moment, Seok Mu-hae suddenly lifted his butt off Im Tae-geun’s back and stood up.
However, Tae-Geun Lim, who had become a chair, did not dare to move and remained frozen in place.
“I have something to talk to the general patrol about, so you take all these guys out.”
“Yes, thank you!”
Han Sang bent his back so that his head touched the floor.
I am so grateful that you saved the lives of Im Tae-geun and Cheon Moon-gwang today.
Actually, he thought he’d be dragging out two bodies today.
The Green Forest masters were people who were not rough around the edges, so if they got in their way, they would just kill them. Pacheonma-gun was the one at the top of these people.
Yeonjeok-ha, who had been scratching her head at the words, ‘I have something to tell you,’ also got up.
Tae-geun Lim and Moon-gwang Cheon crawled out of the room on all fours like dogs.
Hansang turned around several times, bowed, and disappeared down the stairs.
The seventh floor, which had been bustling with people in Tongcheonbang, suddenly became quiet.
Seok Mu-hae looked around with sharp eyes, then pulled up a chair and sat down.
Yeonjeokha and Simtongdo also took their seats across from him.
Seok Mu-hae was the first to speak.
“So, what brings you to Jeongju?”
“I wanted to meet up with some acquaintances and also get revenge.”
It was a face of innocence that was in conflict.
Of course, revenge was not planned, but it was not explained separately.
At that moment, a divine light flashed in Seok Mu-hae’s eyes.
As expected of the great leader of the Green Forest, he showed great interest in the word ‘revenge’.
“Hahaha! Revenge. I can’t keep that good news to myself. Let’s learn about it together.”
“It’s a personal matter?”
“Personal things are more thrilling. Isn’t that right, Simga?”
Seok Mu-hae turned his gaze to Sim Tong and asked for his consent.
Who would say that it is not heartbreaking?
“That is a valid point.”
As the two of them played drums and janggu and ate everything, Yeon-jeok reluctantly opened his mouth. After all, Seok-mu-hae would know as time passed.
“I have a bit of a grudge against Waryongjang.”
“Huh? Aren’t they already exterminated?”
“I thought so, but they are going to rebuild the palace. The Baek family and Yang family are providing the money.”
“Oh! Why did Baek Ga-jang and Yang Ga-jang suddenly interfere?”
“Baekgajang is Yeon’s maternal family, and Yanggajang is her in-laws.”
“It’s getting more and more exciting. So?”
“I warned people before not to have any relations with Waryongjang. Since Baekgajang and Yanggajang disobeyed that rule, I’m going to trample on all three of them.”
“That’s right! That’s right. It wouldn’t take you even a day to kill them all. That bastard named Lee Hwa-shin-chang from the Yang clan was talking nonsense, and now you’re going to meet the grim reaper for real. Hahahaha.”
“Who are you going to kill?”
“Huh? Didn’t you say you were going to get revenge?”
“Ha! There are many kinds of revenge. I’ll just dry up their blood and kill them.”
“Does that mean you’re going to strip me naked and slowly dry me in the sun?”
The Pacheonma Army was still obsessed with death.
“No. Are you saying I’ll ruin you so badly that you won’t even want to live?”
“Wow! Why take the easy way out?”
“Your Majesty, have you forgotten who I am? I am also Yeon.”
“aha!”
Only then did Seok Mu-hae guess that Yeon Jeok-ha had complicated family circumstances.
‘That’s right. If I do it right, it might be easy to solve.’
A smile appeared on Seok Mu-hae’s lips, as if he was quite pleased with his own thoughts.
This time, Yeonjeokha asked.
“But why did the chief minister come to see me?”
“Hmm, of course I have a favor to ask of you. Do you think you came all the way here just to have a drink?”
“Please?”
“Didn’t you ask me to help you a while ago? That’s why I came.”
“It won’t be a hassle, right?”
“It might be a little bit of a hassle, but I think you’ll like my story too.”
“Then don’t hesitate and tell me.”
The love story was as straightforward as a grandson addressing his grandfather.
It is because I am unfamiliar with the etiquette of the martial arts world, but also because I do not know the true nature of Seok Mu-hae.
But Seok Mu-hae didn’t show any sign of displeasure.
No, he even seemed to be secretly enjoying the conversation with the much younger Yeon-jeok-ha.
“Do you remember the Green Forest Competition three years ago?”
“yes.”
“At that time, there were five guys who defeated the Twelve Horse Army. They were all patrolling. But, you know. Those five guys’ actions were really suspicious.”
“Suspicious?”
“Yes. The reason I tested your martial arts skills that day was actually because of them.”
“Huh? What does it matter?”
“None of those guys have any great martial arts skills, but their internal energy is as good as that of the Seven-Pay Clan. That’s why the Twelve Demon Army was defeated.”
“ah!”
I had a feeling that something was wrong, but I didn’t show it.
“After those guys left, the mountains and rivers were turned upside down. The owners of the fields were all replaced by those guys. Since then, strange rumors have been heard that I’ve never heard before.”
“What’s the rumor?”
“There are rumors that they indiscriminately capture people and sell them, and rumors that they eat human flesh… … .”
“Wow, that’s bad.”
“Yeah, they’re making the Green Forest look like a bunch of crazy murderers. I want you to find out why. It would be better if you killed them all.”
“Me? What are you doing, Mr. General?”
“Hmm, hmm, the chief executive officer has to save face. How can you go around like a rascal? If I go around asking, ‘Why do you keep doing bad things?’, everyone would think I’m crazy.”
That made some sense.
The great demon leader of the Green Forest, Pacheonma-gun, will be criticized for imitating a knight.
“Oh, so you do the dirty work?”
“Instead, I will definitely help you get your revenge. I guarantee it will be much faster and more effective than you running around like a madman on your own.”
“What are you going to do?”
“The three pillars cannot stand!”
“to?”
I couldn’t understand what Seokmuhae was saying.
Suddenly, you say Samjangbulip?
An evil smile appeared on Seok Mu-hae’s face, as if he was just thinking about it and it was fun.
“To put it simply, it is denying the very existence of the Baekgajang, Yanggajang, and Waryongjang, the three generals.”
“how?”
“First, the merchants who hired the disciples of the Tripitaka will be prevented from traveling. Second, the merchants who owned the business rights will be taken over by the Jeongju Sapa. Then, won’t they be ruined? Later, if you also prohibit business with the Tripitaka, it will be worth seeing. You might end up starving and begging. I will do all of this in your name, Yeonjeokha.”
“Wow! I will do it!”
I didn’t think much about the romance.
Just hearing it made me feel better.
Seok Mu-hae, who was inexperienced in the world, took the bait thrown at him.
***
The next morning.
After a leisurely breakfast, Yeonjeokha and Simtong went out to find the Daeyeon Sangbang where Namgung Se-ga and his people were staying.
It was a cold day in January, but since both of them were incapable of sleeping, their gait was leisurely.
The two asked around to everyone they met and finally arrived at the main gate of the Daeyeonsangbang.
Perhaps because it was the beginning of the new year, the main gate was tightly shut.
As Simtong, who was walking briskly, was about to knock on the door, Yeonjeokha stopped him.
“for a moment.”
“Yes? Why are you saying that?”
“Don’t rush too much. I want to gather my thoughts.”
“Is there anything you want to organize?”
“Old Man Shim, you’re a simple person, so there’s no such thing. I’m a delicate person.”
“What are you thinking about so much?”
“I have to say hello to Brother Cheon, and ask Sister Yeon about the little one… … .”
“From what you’ve said, it seems like you’ve organized things well. Then I’ll knock.”
“Hey! Wait a minute. I’ve never seen anyone who made a hasty decision turn out well.”
“Now that we’re on the subject, traveling through the green forests isn’t an easy task.”
Simtong was a little worried that Yeonjeok-ha said, “I’ll do it” as soon as he heard Seokmuhae’s words. That was a typical example of a decision made in a hurry.
“What’s so difficult? We only have to go to five places.”
“Yes, you only need to go to five places. The only problem is that they are far apart.”
“Even if I try… … .”
“Your Majesty, you will have to live in the open for at least a year.”
“What? A year?”
“Yes, you didn’t know? I thought you knew and said you would do it?”
“Oh, I see. It just felt new to me when Old Man Sim talked about it.”
“If that’s the case, then that’s good.”
“Haa! Is this what it’s like to be homeless for a year?”
“You didn’t think about that, did you?”
“… … Knock on the door.”
Simtong did not bring up the matter any further in Yeonjeokha’s gloomy voice.
***
As soon as Yeonjeokha sat down, Namgungcheon asked.
“I was wondering when you would come anyway. How long do you plan on staying in Jeongju?”
“I have to check out some of the green forests, I don’t think I can stay long.”
“What? You’re investigating the Nokrim Mountain? What’s the matter? No, more than that, why are you doing that?”
“I ended up taking on this job somehow. It’s a general patrol.”
“… … .”
Namgungcheon looked at Yeonjeokha with surprised eyes.
I knew he was a master, but I never thought he would be the chief patrolman of the Nokrim.
“I heard that there are some wild animals that are suddenly doing things they’ve never done before. I think it’s related to the famous religion. If that’s true, I think I should take care of it.”
In fact, it was for that reason that Yeonjeok-ha accepted Seokmu-hae’s proposal.
At that time, Namgung Yeon opened his mouth for the first time.
“I’ll go with you.”
Wuxia,
