bait (4)
“what?”
Makwon and his party, who were trying to cross from Gansu to Sacheon, tilted their heads.
Just as they were about to pass the provincial capital of Nanzhou, there was a group of people running from the east, raising a cloud of dust.
It was a powerful sword energy, a ferocious force.
However, the energy wave radiated by each of them was truly magnificent.
A look of tension appeared on Hwahyang’s face.
“What else? “Is it an enemy?”
“No, not the enemy.”
Cheon Hyorak’s eyes sparkled.
“It’s similar to a certain energy I encountered when I was in the Murim Alliance. That energy may be… … .”
“It’s a common sect.”
Makwon stepped in front of them with a white lightning spear draped over his shoulder.
“They are Taoists from the Communist Party. But no matter how you look at them, they all seem like elites… … “What’s going on?”
It didn’t seem like he was coming to see me here. The momentum was quite urgent for that.
It is said that there are no coincidences in power, but this may really be a coincidence. That was Makwon’s thoughts.
Ugh.
Makwon operated the Cheonmushin weapon.
A faintly leaking air wave. Although it was still unstable due to the battle with So Hyeon-rip, the powerful power hidden in the energy wave remained the same.
The Taoist leader in the lead adjusted the running direction. It was aimed at Makwon and his group.
After a while.
Hee hee hee!
Horses that raise their front feet and trot.
The number was easily five hundred. They all exuded a bright sword energy. It seemed like most of the disciples had been dragged along.
“What about you?”
At their head was a man with a rough beard.
Makwon said calmly.
“I am Makwon.”
“Could it be Baekbyeongshin?!”
“exactly.”
In one fell swoop, the man got off his horse and took the gun.
“The joint first examiner meets Mr. Shin.”
If he was the first swordsman of the communal faction, he was second in rank to the elders, and in terms of his sword skills, he was one of the top three swordsmen in his generation.
Makwon gave a brief yes and asked.
“What’s going on?”
“This is urgent. “It is said that as many as 5,000 demons are moving south from the north of Gansu.”
Mak Won’s eyes sparkled with fire.
“Mine?!”
“That’s right. I guess it’s one of the three religions… … .”
It was then.
The eyes of the first examiner read the momentum of Cheon Hyo-rak and Hwa-hyang, who were established behind Makwon.
“… … Mine?”
Chiri ririn!
No sooner had he finished speaking than the monks drew their swords. Although he did not give the order to strike, the first examiner did not seem to be embarrassed by the disciples’ swords.
Makwon raised his hand.
“These are our allies. “He is a descendant of Shinmarim, who joined the Murim Alliance, and is the son of Maseon Hyeokryeonhwi and his bodyguard.”
The examiner’s eyes became sharp.
“Can you prove it?”
It was a very sharp reaction.
Makwon could understand his reaction.
“There is no way to prove it right now. However, as the eldest brother of the Lord of the Black Emperor, my guarantee will not be enough?”
In fact, Baek Byeong-shin’s nickname alone is sufficient proof. However, Makwon dared to bring in the Lord of the Black Emperor. This was because he knew how great the influence Yeon Ho-jeong had in Danggeum Murim.
Saaagh!
The discipline displayed by the prosecutors was slightly disturbed.
It is a communal faction that is already famous for its strong pride and fiery temper. Moreover, in the past, they were not deeply involved in the affairs of the Murim Alliance after receiving the report that Deungcheongyo Jang Mun-in was sacrificed by Sejak.
However, it was well known even in Gansu that the Black and White Emperor Yeon Ho-jeong worked hard to roam the world.
Rather, Yeonhojeong was a benefactor to them. Because he was the one who testified that Deungcheongyo was used by Sejak, not by Sejak.
Of course, it was Zhuge Mun-ho who led the information at the time, but by now, everyone knows that it was Yeon Ho-jeong who really delved into the matter.
However, there was an incident where a disciple of Deungcheongyo was beaten to death for picking a fight, but that was something that could not be helped in order to catch Sejak. The communal faction also had that level of flexibility.
As a result, the communal faction also has no choice but to give up in front of the name of Black Emperor Seongju, Black and White Emperor Yeonhojeong.
The first swordsman, who was quietly glaring at Cheon Hyorak and Hwahyang alternately, sighed and raised his hand.
Then the Taoist monks all took lead swords. Just by looking at it, you could see how well-trained prosecutors they were.
Makwon quietly expressed his admiration.
“They said that you can tell the level of the prosecutor just by looking at the foot sword and the lead sword. “They say he inherited the strength of the rugged Gonggong Mountain, but I never knew he had such delicate sword skills.”
Although the situation was urgent, no one would be offended by the sincere admiration of Shengcheon’s new army.
The first examiner spoke bluntly.
“You are the brother-in-law of the Lord of the Black Emperor and a member of the Holy Heaven, so I will believe that it is not a lie.”
“It’s absolutely not a lie. And we understand you. “I think it is a natural reaction as Joongwon Moorim has suffered several times due to three moves and the situation is not good.”
“I’m just grateful you said that.”
Makwon was a person whose language was much richer than expected. With just a few words from him, the spirit of the beginner and the Taoist monks calmed down further.
“Let’s get this one thing straight. It’s heartbreaking for them, but among the demons currently under Maseon’s command, these two are the only ones who can be considered allies. Furthermore, here is the situation where the sister of Prince Cheon Hyorak has been kidnapped by Gwanghyeol. “If by any chance another group of demons shouts that they are our allies, they will have to check it more rigorously than we did.”
The first examiner nodded.
“I will keep Mr. Shin’s worrying words in my heart.”
“Anyway, I think Gocheon’s army will be short-handed. Shouldn’t we at least help?”
“If the Lord helps us, we will become as powerful as a thousand soldiers. But there is another side where the situation is not so good.”
“hmm?”
“Even in Shaanxi, cavalry expected to be enemy troops are moving south.”
“cavalry?!”
“That’s right.”
Because Gong-Gong, Hwasan, and Jongnam were their front yards, they were able to obtain more detailed information.
“The number of cavalry moving south from Shaanxi alone is 10,000. “They are all wearing barding and carrying black spears as they march, and their spear skills are said to be simple but as fast as lightning.”
For a moment, Makwon’s face hardened.
“Did you say it was a simple and fast technique for the black spear?”
“That’s right.”
What he thought of was So Hyeon-rip. They say anyone can hold a black long spear, but it involves simple and fast spearmanship.
Besides, it wasn’t long ago that he competed with So Hyeon-rip.
Is this incident simply a coincidence?
Makwon asked calmly.
“Are you okay with just the joint?”
“There is more than just communal space in Gansu. Although the number is smaller than that of the central plains, the martial arts skills of the clans that developed to survive in the barren land of Gansu are greater than those of the central region.”
It was a statement full of pride. And that was also true.
“Besides, we haven’t received any contact yet, but Sichuan Wulin will not just sit back and watch this matter. Since we have Qingseong, Army, and Tang family, we will send troops. “They actually sent someone.”
“Then I’m glad.”
Makwon looked back at Cheon Hyorak and Hwahyang.
I could understand the meaning without having to say it. Cheon Hyo-rak said calmly.
“It is said that it is always practical combat that makes a warrior strong.”
He was the one who broke through the ten stages of the Demonic Sword of the Middle King and took possession of a powerful martial art. It was his ambition to completely make this martial art his own through actual combat.
There was no need to mention the scent of flowers. He was a person who would follow his master wherever he went, even to the end of hell.
Makwon handed over the first swordsman.
“We will go and stop Shaanxi’s cavalry. “I wish you good luck.”
The first examiner politely took the gun.
“I wish Shingun good luck in his future endeavors.”
Five hundred swordsmen took the sword on horseback.
There were no words, but just his spirit was enough of a greeting.
In this way, the communal faction crossed Nanju and headed north, and Mo Yuan and his party headed toward Shaanxi.
The wind blowing in the central plains began to grow increasingly fierce.
* * *
“Four hundred birds!”
“do not worry.”
Even though he was over 100 years old, Hwageomja, dressed in clothes and with a neatly trimmed beard, looked as good as any young man.
“It is a body that has lived for a hundred years without dying. “I thought the Lord of Heaven would take this old man away because his sins were so great, but I think he saved it for a moment like this.”
“Sin, sin! “That is absurd.”
The leaders of Hwasan did not know Hwageomja’s past. Even if he knew, he could not help but prevent the participation of the former leader and the greatest adult in the martial arts world.
Yonggeonjinin, an elder of the Hwasan Sect, said.
“The Four Baekjo’s martial arts can be said to be the best in volcanoes at the time. However, since you have retired from the front line, please leave this matter to us.”
In fact, Hwageomja’s martial arts skills were evaluated as stronger than those of Jang Mun-in even at the time when he held the position of Grand Elder.
Although he has not reached the ultimate level and may have physical problems due to his age, he is still the best in terms of enlightenment and endurance. No, if you look at the amount of power alone, it would be no less than that of Seongcheon.
“do not worry. “I will not be with you.”
“yes?!”
“These two generations are different in age. No matter what my martial arts skills are, if we fight together, won’t you be unable to do your job because of me? “Don’t aim your well-forged plum sword in the wrong place because you’re worried about me, and stop foreign forces without worrying about anything.”
“Four, Four Hundred Birds!”
At that time, an old man appeared.
“Don’t think about unnecessary things, just do your job.”
The brave monks bowed their heads towards the old man.
“Meet Taesabaek.”
“These guys have the spirit to say hello and are very relaxed. If we are not careful, the civilians in Shaanxi could be massacred. “Don’t worry about us, let’s move right now!”
“Oh, I understand!”
Mokyangjinin (木陽眞人), the Nodoin who chased away the brave ships, grumbled at Hwageomja.
“Master, do you really need to go?”
Mokyang Jin-in was a disciple of Hwageomja and another adult of Hwasan who held the position of Grand Elder of the previous generation. It was as if the priest held the position of grand elder.
Hwageomja chuckled.
“You bastard, then an old man who has been given the opportunity to die at a time like this should move instead of staying in the back room and eating porridge.”
“Oh, I’m really embarrassed. “Even though he is so old, why does he tire out his disciples so much?”
“How on earth do you, a guy who is about to turn 80, still talk so flippantly?”
“It’s like this only in front of Master. I, too, am an adult of a recluse, so I have to stick my stomach out. Do you know how uncomfortable that is? “I have a lot of back pain.”
“Don’t know. “I am like that too.”
The two priests looked at each other and smiled.
“Mokyoung.”
“Yes, Master.”
“Shouldn’t you and the executioners guard the volcano?”
“Master taught me. “What must be protected is the spirit, not buildings or martial arts levels.”
Slurp.
In the distance, there were old people appearing one by one.
All of them were Shepherd Bae, figures from Hwasan’s squadron and Hwaseomja’s envoys.
“The young people are running wild with such enthusiasm, so the old people should also join in.”
“There’s nothing you can’t say in front of your master, you bastard.”
“Instead, let’s go by ourselves without worrying about those guys. “Excluding the one who died from old age, the one who died from a sword, and the one who disappeared while training, I found all of them, and there are six of them, including me.”
“Oh, if that’s how you feel, then let’s dance one last sword dance somewhere in a tent.”
“Look. Who would I resemble? “What kind of way of speaking does someone who lives over 100 years old have?”
“It’s noisy, you idiot.”
Just like that, the seven veteran swordsmen of the volcano descended the mountain.
