last day (1)
slam! slam!
The sound of the river rippling like waves was heard again with great intensity.
Hatsun shook her head.
“There is nothing that can be called evidence.”
“Then we cannot accept you either.”
Yeon Ho-jeong’s voice was plain.
There is no such thing as an enemy to the other person. You might have avoided her answer with her pointless puns, but she confidently told you her true feelings.
They do not harbor hostility or murder towards people they do not know whether they are enemies or allies.
However, since he was a person who could become an enemy, I was only on guard.
Hatsun shook her head.
“If that is what Heukje-seong means, then I have nothing more to say.”
“Right.”
Yeon Ho-jeong took the Black Dragon Subbu.
Although it is flashy, it is only a hatchet of less than two feet, and picking up that ax made the cold air feel quite warm.
“I don’t know how the Murim Alliance will evaluate you. “There is no way for the Murim Alliance to do that just because I, the representative of the Black Island, do not trust you.”
“… … .”
“I’m sorry for treating you like a stranger. Of course, you are strangers, but the timing of your arrival in the central region was very inappropriate. Since we know the current situation, we hope you will also understand our attitude.”
It was a simple ending.
Mojaseon liked Yeonhojeong’s attitude and personality. Although each person wanted something different, Yeon Ho-jeong had a clear reason, so she came out rough and did not cross the line.
‘indeed.’
The soft yet firm attitude of Mo Yong-woo, the minor leader of the Murim Alliance, was definitely impressive.
However, for her, who had lived almost her entire life as a Bingungung worker, it was inevitable that she liked Yeon Ho-jeong’s attitude more.
‘but.’
Mojaseon felt curious about people for the first time since coming to the center.
It may have been because of the special nature of Yeonhojeong, but it may also have been because I met someone I had only heard about through rumors.
“It’s not that you’re sloppy, but you have quite a big heart.”
“hmm?”
“As you said, I am not someone you can be sure is an enemy, nor someone you can be sure is an ally. In other words, there is a half chance that it is an enemy, so you just let it go?”
Yeon Ho-jeong chuckled.
“Understand that it’s because I saw your sincerity.”
“Is it possible to risk the lives of countless people on one sincerity?”
“A person’s sincerity does not lead the world to righteousness. But I thought you weren’t a very bad person.”
“It’s too subjective.”
“It’s subjective. However, I don’t think my eyesight is bad. “If you betray my insight and confidence and go on a rampage, then all I have to do is show you hell.”
“Don’t you think this is too complacent an attitude for a leader who encompasses all people?”
“No way.”
Yeon Ho-jeong looked at Kang Ryang.
Kang Ryang smiled.
“All of these people followed me on their own because they believed in my abilities. At least that’s the case with Heukjeseong. Just because I claimed to be the master doesn’t mean I became the master. “Because they trust me, I can at least act as their master.”
“… … !”
“I am always living in this era with that kind of mindset. Some people may ask that I have too much confidence and how I will take responsibility if something unexpected happens, but I would say this to those people. “If you’re that worried about an unexpected situation, don’t even come into this world in the first place.”
“… … .”
“Well, even if it’s not me, there are many great people in the Murim Alliance. Among them, there are people like me who are so wise that I can’t even raise my head. “If you are truly an enemy, you will quickly realize that it is impossible to hide your identity from them.”
“The Murim Alliance… … “Isn’t this the group that was fighting with you?”
“I am also from the Murim Alliance. “Didn’t you hear that rumor?”
“… … “I heard it, though.”
“Even if it’s a group that was fighting, the reality doesn’t change. “You would do well to keep in mind what I said: there are a lot of great people there.”
“… … .”
“I’m talking too long for no reason. I understand without having to fight. I don’t know much about Bingung’s martial arts, but your martial arts skills are real. “I can’t find any traces of the evil craftsman.”
Yeon Ho-jeong took control.
“I sincerely hope that by joining forces with the Murim Alliance, we will be of great help in our fight and yours.”
Yeon Ho-jeong finished speaking and spoke to Kang Ryang.
“I’ll have to work a little harder. Binggungju is a person who is unfamiliar with the geography of the central plains, so please guide me to the vicinity of the Murimmaeng.”
“Do not worry.”
“I’m not worried. “I just tell them to do it.”
“If you keep doing this, I’ll throw the kidneys away.”
“You’re so good at showing off such nonsense in front of everyone else. “When you come back, you’ll be gone.”
“I think I’ll end up joining the Murim Alliance like this.”
It was a conversation that could only be shared between close friends and brought out laughter.
The person who was most surprised by the conversation was Hatsun. The people of Bing Palace, at least, did not treat each other with respect, but they were not so lax as to allow such trivial jokes.
‘It’s not loose.’
Yes. This is not loose.
Rather, this conversation is possible because they are bound by a bond of steel that cannot be melted by any fire or cut by any sword.
Hatsun closed her eyes.
‘It’s easy to believe arbitrarily. But trust is difficult to form. On the contrary, betrayal is not difficult. That’s why one betrayal destroys trust.’
Those words that the person who was the object of hatred, disgust, gratitude, and sadness said as he was dying.
Mojaseon opened her eyes and spoke to Yeonhojeong, who was walking with her back turned to me.
“What is the weather like in Honam?”
Yeon Ho-jeong glanced at his hat line.
“Okay, whatever.”
“Does it snow in winter?”
“It’s pouring down. “It’s difficult to walk, especially in the highlands.”
“It’s still going to come down now.”
“It’s still coming down.”
Yeon Ho-jeong frowned.
“But why is the weather in Honam suddenly so bad?”
“How can I prove it?”
“what?”
“I asked how I could prove that I was not a member of the Gwanghyeolgyo Church.”
“… … ?!”
This time it was Yeon Ho-jeong’s turn to be surprised.
“I can’t know what you don’t know. In the first place, you had no intention of proving it to me. “Why are you asking that now?”
“I am interested in you.”
“… … ?”
“I am innocent. But there is no way to prove this innocence. “If I could fight with someone I like, I would have to at least prove that I don’t have it, but I don’t know how to do that, so I’m asking you.”
What does this mean?
It was a statement that could have been misunderstood by the sentiments of the midfielder. This is especially true because although his actual age is much older, his appearance is not much different from that of Yeon Ho-jeong.
Of course, Yeon Ho-jeong did not misunderstand her remarks.
But even if you don’t misunderstand, it was still embarrassing.
“You like it so you’ll join us?”
“Binggung abandoned its old home and left. I’ll have to get it back someday. But no one knows when that time will come. and… … .”
“… … .”
“Among the current generation, there are many people who want to leave their hometown and explore distant worlds. “To tie down young people by citing the traditions and habits of Bingungung, too much freedom has been sacrificed.”
“In other words, you will settle down on the continent?”
“Yes. Home is just home. It is natural to get it back. But we came that long way with the determination to completely emigrate.”
“… … .”
“I am different from you. Unlike you, who could become the owner because everyone wanted it, I had no time to care about everyone’s wishes. “You are a master who has already been created, and I am a master who fought to prove that I am a master.”
“… … .”
“But we have something in common.”
Hatseon pointed to Kangryang with his hand.
“My people who came with me also believe in me. Although it is different from the type of trust you show, I can risk my life for them and they can jump into a sea of fire for me.”
“… … .”
“They trust my judgment.”
Yeon Ho-jeong’s face also became serious.
Regardless of different cultures and personalities, it is not easy to show this level of sincerity. Although he was not a difficult person to analyze in the first place, Hatsun was showing everything about himself in front of someone he had never seen before.
‘I guess not.’
As I said, Yeon Ho-jeong also thought deep down that they were not enemies.
However, the situation in Heukje Castle was not good to just accept it and be together.
It wasn’t a power issue, but a mess. It hasn’t been long since Black Emperor abandoned the name of Ink Dragonbu and moved to the surface.
In such a situation, if you start to bring in people from the outside world, the Black Emperor’s organization, which is taking shape, may be shaken.
‘Of course, you have to get it somehow.’
Yeon Ho-jeong tilted his head.
“But why did you like me?”
The question seemed to make Hatsun even more puzzled.
“Do you have to have a reason to like someone?”
“No, what… … .”
“If I had to ask, I liked your attitude. It is clear that you make and break and that you are merciless towards your enemies. From what I’ve heard, the reputation seems to be true, but it’s not easy for a man of that level of ability to abandon his arrogance and humble himself.”
“Okay… … .”
“I liked the attitude you showed. Your strength is also real. “I want to see you more closely.”
Hatsun smiled vaguely.
“Of course, if you don’t like it, you can leave at any time.”
“That’s really arbitrary.”
“Isn’t it the same for you too? “I think both you and I must have sacrificed a lot until we were able to do as we please.”
When it gets to this point, it becomes more difficult to shake it off.
Yeon Ho-jeong looked at the hat line with cautious eyes.
“I intuitively believe that you are not a bright-blooded Sejak. No, I don’t think it is a three piece of Saeum or Shinhwa.”
“Of course.”
“But you said there was no way to prove it, and I also have no way to think of it.”
“So does that mean you can’t go to Black Emperor Castle?”
Yeon Ho-jeong, lost in thought for a moment, scratched his head and said.
“You will have to go through various procedures. Since you are also the master of a clan and your inaction is remarkable, you will be given a high status. However, there will be no public authority to influence Heukje Castle. “Are you okay?”
Hatsun nodded as if it was completely natural.
“We came to fight, relying on ourselves as one. That is enough.”
“… … .”
“However, if we can fight together and prove it to each other, I hope that after the war, Black Emperor will actively help the Bingung people find a new home.”
“To that extent, not only us, but even the Murim Alliance can help. of course… … .”
Yeon Ho-jeong smiled bitterly.
“If you can survive.”
Mojasun’s smile deepened.
“Even though he’s a bit stiff, I’m glad he’s a man I can communicate with. “I wish you the best in the future.”
“Don’t feel sorry for coming in for no reason. This is midfield. “Try to accept everything, from culture to behavior patterns.”
“I will try.”
“It’s not about trying, you just have to do it.”
“I’m not even sure about that.”
She said Yeon Ho-jeong was strict, but in this regard, she was just as strict as Yeon Ho-jeong.
Yeon Ho-jeong also smiled facing Mo Seon.
But his eyes did not smile.
‘I don’t know how Ki Cheon-woong will change in the future. Same goes for this woman. It is said that each other’s martial arts skills are natural enemies, so if one of them betrays, it can be a countermeasure.’
