Episode 534
Strong Self-Respect (2)
The bar that Ye Seong guided us to was located not far from Mukryongbu.
It wasn’t shabby, but it wasn’t very clean and it wasn’t a place where many people came and went, so it was empty.
This location was quite strange, but it was not a place you could easily see while coming and going. It is a mysterious location that is difficult to pass by even if you look for it carefully. In the grand scheme of things, it was close to the forest.
“It’s a secret bar that only I and a few other people know about.”
“Hmm.”
Yeon Ho-jeong glanced at the person dressed as Jeomsoi.
Surprisingly, I was learning my skills. That was also at a significant level.
That wasn’t all. The two people who were busy cooking in the kitchen, as if they had been told in advance, were also quite experts.
It could be said to be first-class. Two experts of that level are making the food and one is leading the way.
“Sit down. “The scenery here is the best.”
Although it was a single story, the view outside the window was actually nice. The wind blowing was cool, and the swaying tree branches created a strange atmosphere.
Yeon Ho-jeong smiled.
“It’s a nice place.”
“yes?”
“It’s too secret to say that it’s a place only people in the know know about.”
Ye Sheng spoke honestly.
“I built it secretly. “I often use it when inviting people I like.”
“okay?”
The tone of the word invitation was strange.
You will come here not just for an invitation, but when you want to be persuaded as a person. Whether it’s alcohol, food, women, gold or silver, everything will be done here.
Yeon Ho-jeong buried his back in the chair with a drowsy look on his face.
“I’m hungry. Give me food quickly.”
“Don’t worry about that. Take a sniff. “I’m preparing some good dishes.”
In fact, the smell coming from the kitchen was very nice. It was a scent so captivating that just smelling it made me feel full.
“Shall we have a drink first?”
“It’s good.”
After a while, Jeomsoy brought two luxurious porcelain bottles.
Yeon Ho-jeong’s eyes lit up.
“It’s not white wine.”
“I am serving precious guests at the headquarters, so how would I bring such cheap alcohol?”
“okay?”
“It’s Geumjoncheong (金尊靑). Have you ever drank it?”
“Once or twice?”
“It must be quick to say that you’ve tried it. “I’m a person who enjoys getting drunk, but I’ve never had a more delicious drink than this.”
In fact, Geumjoncheong was famous for its good taste. And it was as expensive a drink as it was delicious.
“Take a drink.”
Yeon Ho-jeong held out his glass without hesitation.
“Pour me a drink too.”
“It’s good.”
Yeon Ho-jeong filled Yeop Seong’s cup.
“Shall I drink it?”
The two people passed their glasses at the same time. There was no need to toast each other.
“how is it? Are you fine?”
“It smells good. “It’s okay to go down your throat.”
“I feel rewarded for being treated well.”
Yeon Ho-jeong asked, wiping his mouth.
“Now that you’ve had a drink, let’s get to the point. “What do you have to say to me?”
“You also have an impatient personality.”
“It’s urgent and fiery. “I like to be honest, and I don’t like things that spin around.”
“Oh, I see.”
Ye Sheng stroked his chin.
“It’s refreshing. I’ve met a lot of talented snakes lately. “It’s different.”
“So what do you have to say?”
He asks naturally with an expression that at first glance seems leisurely.
Ye Sheng’s eyes lit up.
‘I’m serious.’
At a glance, Yeon Ho-jeong was different from the old people he had dealt with so far.
If you don’t tell them honestly what you want, they will leave. I could read that kind of atmosphere.
‘Well, this is good too.’
Ye Sheng asked as he filled his glass.
“Before I answer, let me ask you one question.”
“What?”
“Adjutant Yeon, have you ever thought about the future of the Mukryongbu?”
Yeon Ho-jeong chuckled.
“I never thought about it too deeply. “I’m not even from here.”
“I see.”
“Well, if both the Murim Alliance and the Mukryongbu remain intact even after winning the war, it would be a huge burden for us.”
Ye Sheng’s eyes shined once again.
“Are you saying that black and white are incompatible anyway?”
“Isn’t it obvious? They can coexist, but they cannot unite. “I think it’s impossible, at least in this day and age.”
“Coexistence….”
“Did this answer your question?”
“enough.”
Ye Sheng, who was deep in thought, suddenly emptied his glass and spoke.
“It seems like Master likes you.”
Yeon Ho-jeong shook his head.
“It’s natural to covet what you don’t have.”
“That’s love. Ultimately, it means that Master wants to have you.”
“Because he is a greedy person.”
“Master, although he is greedy, his insight into people is amazing. “He is someone who doesn’t even pay attention to mediocre talent.”
“is it?”
“In other words, you are a talent worthy of being coveted by the fighting king of the world. The problem is that you are not the kind of person who will fall under the absolute power of Tuwang.”
“You saw it well.”
Yeon Ho-jeong asked as he filled his glass.
“So what do you want to say?”
Ye Sheng smiled.
“Can you support me?”
“support?”
“That’s right.”
Yeon Ho-jeong, who was quietly looking at Ye Sung’s face, tilted his head.
“No matter how much I am loved by Careless, I am clearly a member of the Murim League. Do you have my support? Rather, it seems like it would be a poison to you and not a benefit.”
“Not at all.”
“I’d like to hear an explanation.”
Ye Sheng also filled his cup. Before we knew it, the two people were each filling up their own glasses with a bottle next to them.
“What does the Murim Alliance look for when electing a leader?”
“You will see many things. The person’s history, public awareness, popularity, etc. And they will vote.”
“I guess so. But the black sword is simple. At least that’s the case with the Mukryongbu.”
After refreshingly emptying his glass, Yeopseong spoke in a calm voice.
“The way to become the leader of the Ink Dragon Club is simple. “It’s about becoming the strongest.”
Yeon Ho-jeong smiled.
“I know. “It’s a world of strong self-respect.”
“yes. But there are clear limits.”
“Limit?”
“That’s right.”
Yepseong buried his back in the chair.
“The history of the Ink Dragon Club is extremely short. “Even though the federation has such a short history, it is entirely because of Master’s presence that it is able to become so large and powerful.”
Tuwang Yangcheon.
He unhesitatingly calls himself from the Black Island and is the embodiment of struggle who has fought all kinds of battles against the world.
“The system has been reorganized to some extent, but everyone is still watching Master. because? That’s because Master is the first leader. And he’s that strong too. So to speak, at headquarters, Master’s word is law.”
“know.”
“However, no matter how much Master I am, I cannot change the principle of strong self-respect. You won’t even try to do that. “The problem is when Master will retire.”
“Hmm.”
“Those who are strong in the Holy Heaven, that is, those who have broken through the limitless realm, are invincible people who cannot be helped by manpower. There is no one who can challenge that force. Of course, it will have a long lifespan.”
“….”
“As I said before, Master is a very greedy person. “He will continue to challenge himself endlessly until his life ends.”
“So what’s the point?”
“I can survive that time. “But I can’t survive without being selected as a successor.”
Ugh.
Yeopseong’s pupils were a subtle red color.
“Help me.”
“….”
“If I become the successor, I will not provoke the Baekdo political faction, at least until I die.”
“Hoo.”
The corners of Yeon Ho-jeong’s mouth rose.
“Will you choose coexistence?”
“Yes.”
“You really thought I would believe that?”
Ye Sheng shook his head.
“I know you are a great person. Even if there are some frustrating aspects, the Murim Alliance is still the Murim Alliance. “It is not normal for such a group to hand over their reputation and responsibility to one person.”
“….”
“It is undoubtedly true. “You are the person who will have great influence on the next Baekdo martial arts team.”
“so?”
“No matter what position you are in, if you are someone who can exert great influence, I don’t think you will at least not know my sincerity.”
“That’s pretty optimistic.”
“If possible, think of me as having good eyesight. There are a lot of things I don’t know, but at least I know that your insight is as good as mine.”
Ye Sheng’s face became serious.
“I will ask. As you see me now, am I an ambitious person who would go out of his way to attack Baekdo and aim for the world?”
Yeon Ho-jeong, who was quietly looking at Yeopseong, shook his head.
“Yeah, it doesn’t look like it.”
“Yes, I am like that….”
“It’s true now, but it’s human to not know what will happen later.”
“It’s not wrong. But as long as you support me, wouldn’t we be able to make another deal where we can make a clear promise to each other?”
“Well, is there really a need for that? And like I said a moment ago, involving me is not a good choice.”
Yeon Ho-jeong smiled and continued.
“And I don’t think the Vice Lord will like it either? Do you really want to attract a member of the Murim Alliance to your side without training in martial arts? “If I had been careless, I would have thought it was truly pathetic.”
Ye Sheng shook his head.
“It’s because I don’t know Master. Rather, he is someone who highly appreciates the ability to attract a talented person like you to his side.”
“Oh, I see.”
“Of course.”
“Still, I have no intention of supporting you. “There is nothing more painful than interfering in someone else’s politics.”
Ye Xing’s eyes narrowed.
“I’m not asking you to intervene. It’s just….”
“If we survive this war before then, Buju will try to chew and swallow the white peach for his own ambition. Even if you become the successor, you won’t be able to stop it.”
“….”
“In the end, it’s just a fake story. “I can’t find any reason to support you.”
Ye Sheng’s face hardened.
“I spoke my truth honestly.”
“know. I also spoke honestly. “I don’t like it.”
Yeon Ho-jeong shook his head and stood up.
“And you’d better mark my words. “The father-in-law has no intention of having a successor who plays politics.”
“….”
“If you understand, tear down this cumbersome guesthouse and use it as a training center instead. “Isn’t becoming endlessly stronger the greatest proof of recognition in the world of strong self-respect?”
Yeon Ho-jeong turned the glass upside down.
“Eat your food with the people here. “I had a good drink.”
He passed by Ye Sheng and walked towards the door.
At that time, Ye Seong’s mouth opened.
“In the dark island, that is.”
“hmm?”
“Bimudo is also a matter of life and death.”
“know.”
“Do you understand what that means? It means that no matter what you do, you risk your life. That’s why I don’t ask or refuse carelessly.”
Yeon Ho-jeong chuckled.
“It’s no different from a white sword. Did you know that white peach is actually more brutal? Those old politicians over there are the best at turning people around. “I’d rather be hot like you guys.”
“Do you really think so?”
“of course.”
thud!
There was a loud sound from the empty glass hitting the table.
A cold voice flowed from Ye Sheng’s mouth.
“I can’t do anything about you just because you refused my request. “Because you are a dispatcher from the Murim Alliance.”
“It’s a good shield. “I am always grateful.”
“But it will be very difficult for your people.”
“okay?”
“of course.”
Ye Seong sat down and turned to look at Yeon Haojeong.
“I do a lot of research before meeting someone I want to have on my side. “It is to thoroughly understand the person’s strengths and weaknesses.”
“It’s a good habit.”
“You won’t regret it, right? “Even if you refuse? Do you know what I will do?”
“Tell me that you did some research on me.”
Yeon Ho-jeong said in a cold voice.
“Do you know how crazy I am?”
