Episode 471
In the Murim League (5)
“Heo-eok!” “Huh!”
“Are you here now?”
Kang Ryang’s body was completely wet with sweat as he was panting with both hands on his knees.
Yeon Ho-jeong said with a smile.
“Take a deep breath. “When you have stretched your cardiorespiratory capacity to its limit, there are times when it is better to inhale and exhale loudly rather than using deep breathing.”
Kangryang couldn’t even reply. In the first place, I wasn’t in a state to say anything.
“Don’t sit or lie down just because it’s hard. “The priority is to get your breathing in order.”
Although he couldn’t speak, Kang Ryang took a deep breath as Yeon Ho-jeong told him to do.
After repeating this a few times, my breathing quickly calmed down. As breathing is the core of Internal Qigong (Internal Qigong), the breathing control ability of Internal Medicine experts far exceeds the common sense of ordinary people.
Even taking that into account, Kang Ryang’s breathing control skills were quite impressive. Even Yeon Ho-jeong, who saw the end of physical training, thought it was surprising.
“It was natural that we would lose.”
Kang Ryang tapped his leg. I really had no strength at all.
“No matter how hard I try, the gap cannot be narrowed.”
“Gwiyeongsinbo is a top-notch kyungsin art. You have shown me the end that can be reached in your state. “You can be proud.”
“If I can’t get over the barrier of no end, then I can’t catch up with my brother’s speed no matter what?”
“That’s another problem. “Gwiyeongsinbo is fast and varied, but it’s not a martial art that focuses solely on running, is it?”
The reason why Gwiyeongsinbo is considered top-notch is because it is an excellent walking technique in itself.
Because it is such an outstanding walking method, it can be used as a spiritual method and is comparable to any spiritual technique in the world, but it was bound to be different from the new method that was created for running with determination and speed.
“Try modifying it yourself later. “Improving martial arts for speed will also be a great study.”
“All right.”
“But you did your physical training properly.”
Kang-ryang shrugged his shoulders.
“Aren’t all martial arts used with the body? “You cannot see the end of your martial arts skills until your body is complete.”
“Accurate.”
Yeon Ho-jeong leaned his back against the tree. Even though he ran at such a fast pace for more than two hours, he did not break a sweat.
“Let’s take a break and then go. “Drink water.”
“yes.”
Even though I ran until I was exhausted, only some people asked me to rest.
But Kangryang did not complain. In the first place, the body of a martial artist who has developed internal energy is different from that of an ordinary person. Moreover, if you think that this is also an aspect of training, you should not have any problems even if you only rest for half an hour.
Kangryang controls breathing and exhalation through Ipgong (立功).
Yeon Ho-jeong, who was looking at the river with satisfaction, soon looked around.
‘You’ve already passed Hanam.’
The Daebyeol Mountain Range can be seen in the distance.
Once you cross the mountain range, the Murim League is right in front of you. In fact, there were an incalculable number of people walking around on the street below.
In the past, there wasn’t this much floating population. When the Murim League was established and the surrounding economy was revitalized, people naturally flocked to it.
Now, I felt that the foundation of the Murim Alliance had definitely become stronger.
‘perhaps.’
Yeon Ho-jeong’s eyes deepened.
‘There may be enemy secrets or contacts in that area.’
It was an arduous task to find the enemy’s liaison without any information and only with the confidence that Sejak was there.
But it cannot be postponed. Information from within the Murim Alliance would be flowing to the enemy at any moment. Considering that, I had to catch Sejak as soon as possible.
Of course, you shouldn’t be in a hurry. You shouldn’t take your time, but it would be a big problem if Sejak hides away due to urgent work.
‘Who on earth could it be?’
Yeon Ho-jeong closed his eyes.
‘Among the many blessings, which of them is the three greatest gods? No, there is no guarantee that there will be only one Sejak.’
Whoever it was, he was truly a great guy.
Among Bonggong, there are many quick-witted and smart people. To carry out business activities among such giants without showing any signs of suspiciousness is beyond the capabilities of even a decent amount of skill.
Right now, even Yeon Ho-jeong doubted whether that would be possible.
‘He is an excellent person who has the ability to hide himself outside of his martial arts skills. Even more than an assassin.’
Speaking of assassins, Sima Xuan came to mind.
‘What decision did he make? Would you like to join me? Or will we return to darkness again?’
In my previous life, I did not join hands with Sima Xuan. Even before he reached out in the first place, Sima Hyun had become a major player in the world of assassins and was active.
‘If you think about it, it’s really amazing.’
He killed the enemy of Yayul single-handedly and became the next generation of evil spirits and conquered the world of assassins.
Although Sima Xuan is clumsy now, his potential alone can be considered top-notch.
‘There are so many geniuses in the world.’
Gangryang, Yeonjipyeong, Mukbi, and Jeongan were also possessed of rare talents.
Will I be able to properly lead such talented people?
“older brother.”
“hmm?”
“It has already passed.”
“Oh, I see.”
“What are you thinking like that? “Are you excited to come to the Murim Alliance after such a long time?”
“My heart is pounding so hard that my blood pressure is rising.”
Kang-ryang chuckled.
“Doesn’t your mouth start watering at the thought of catching it?”
“I plan to cook it with the right seasoning.”
Yeon Ho-jeong tapped the ground with his toe.
“Now, let’s go.”
“But brother.”
“why?”
“Why didn’t you bring the Gwangryongbu? Well, there are black and white twin dragons and there are two dragons, so it doesn’t really matter.”
Yeon Ho-jeong shook his head.
“It happens once in a while. “You should feel anxious when a familiar weapon disappears, but sometimes you just can’t get your hands on it.”
Kang Ryang’s eyes shone.
“I can’t reach the weapon… Have you gained some new insight?”
“I don’t know, man. If that’s the case, I’d be happy, but even if it’s not, there’s nothing we can do about it. “What can I do if I can’t get my hands on it?”
“Will there come a time when I can no longer reach for my sword?”
“I don’t know. “You and I have different martial arts skills and different perspectives on the world.”
Yeon Ho-jeong tapped Kang Ryang on the shoulder.
“Whether there is a light dragon club or not, I can show off ten percent of my martial arts skills. “That’s it.”
It was said to never let down one’s guard.
Kang-ryang nodded.
“Well, you don’t need the Gwangryongbu to catch Sejak.”
“Enough chit-chat. “Let’s go.”
“great.”
Paaaaang!
The two people kicked the ground.
With a new method, the speed does not drop at all like when you first ran.
‘I can’t get my hands on it…’
Kangryang thought as he looked at Yeonhojeong’s back.
‘My brother is a great warrior. There’s no way that a warrior like that wouldn’t have access to a weapon that was like an alter ego. Rather, it is normal to cherish and treat it more preciously.’
Nevertheless, Yeon Ho-jeong said that he could not reach out to Gwangryongbu.
It wasn’t just that I didn’t want to be touched. It is highly likely that the fact that the unmanned unit does not have access to weapons is a transitional period leading to another change.
Kang Ryang recalled a conversation he had with his father.
‘They say a prosecutor should never let go of his sword even if he dies. That seems to be true. Would a swordsman who can demonstrate his skills only by becoming one with the sword be able to use it only if he let go of the sword? However, it is said that when enlightenment deepens, there comes a moment when a sword is no longer needed.’
‘You don’t need it?’
‘A state where you can practice swordsmanship without holding a sword. A state where you can cut down your opponent without even swinging your sword.’
‘…!’
‘I heard that when such a state raises its head and faces such a great state, people worry about the need for weapons.’
‘….’
‘Of course, it is a very far point for this father.’
Kang Ryang’s eyes wavered.
‘Sword of heart…!’
It is unknown whether Yeon Ho-jeong has truly entered the deep-seated realm. Regardless of age or status, even Yeon Ho-jeong cannot give a definite answer, so it is unlikely to be a sword.
But if you are in the process of going down that path.
If so, Yeonhojeong’s growth would truly be impossible to express in words such as explosive.
‘Brother, I don’t often think about this… Please run a little slower. Even now, it’s hard to keep up.’
At that time, Yeon Ho-jeong spoke.
“What are you doing? My posture is disturbed. “Focus and stick together.”
Kang-ryang chuckled.
“Yes yes. Would you like it? “I have to catch up.”
“what.”
“Don’t worry.”
* * *
“Hmm.”
Mo Yong-gun’s eyes lit up.
“It’s a clever trick. “I didn’t even think about it that far.”
“I thought you would.”
“Huh, I thought so? “You are starting to read Abby’s mind.”
Mo Yong-yeonhwa said calmly.
“They say that enemies you have bumped into a lot are like friends. “As I started observing my father’s habits, I was able to read his thoughts later.”
“awesome. You are better than Abby. “I can’t read your thoughts yet.”
Mo Yong Yeon Hwa did not reply at all.
She knew why her father couldn’t read her habits and thoughts.
‘No, it’s not that you can’t do it, it’s that you don’t do it.’
For Mo Yong-gun, playing baduk was a way to organize his thoughts.
Don’t try to beat your opponent. The idea is to organize your thoughts by doing different things depending on your mood and worries of the day.
My father’s enemy on this checkerboard was not himself. The father himself was the enemy.
Moyong-gun, who was staring intently at the checkerboard, soon burst into laughter.
“lost. “I can’t remember the next move.”
“I guess I won.”
“Yes, you won. But how many houses is this?”
“It’s six houses away.”
“Wow. “I’m not the same, but your skills have improved tremendously.”
Prince Moyong asked as he removed the stone.
“How do you feel? “Have you felt anything while playing Baduk?”
“People often say that. “The world exists on a checkerboard.”
Mo Yong-yeon smiled bitterly.
“Honestly, I don’t know. “If life were really like baduk, I don’t think it would be very fun.”
“Why do you think that?”
“Because you always have enemies.”
Moyong-gun burst into laughter.
“yes. You can only play Baduk if you have an opponent. But life is different. “You can pack as much as you want on your own.”
“Still, I learned a lot.”
“If you want to learn in any field, there is nothing you can’t learn. “Your martial arts skills have grown significantly recently, and it seems that Baduk has had a positive influence.”
Prince Moyong asked after removing all the stones.
“What do you do in the evening? If I have time, I can eat with Abby for the first time in a while…”
That was then.
“Matriarch.”
Moyong-gun turned his head towards the door.
“What’s going on?”
“A message has arrived from Zhuge’s military.”
“Let’s meet up?”
“yes. “I think it’s an invitation to dinner.”
Moyong grumbled.
“People really.”
Mo Yong-yeonhwa said with a smile.
“Bye. “I can eat alone.”
“I’m sorry.”
“No, father.”
At that time, the warrior’s voice was heard again outside the door.
“And the matriarch.”
“Is there anything else left to report?”
“…They say he came.”
“hmm?”
“It is said that the eldest son of Yeonga, the chief magistrate of Uijeong-gun, has just become deaf.”
For an instant, Mo Yong Yeon Hwa’s eyes became cold.
Moyong-gun buried his back in the chair.
“You’re finally here.”
“Shall we include a separate message?”
“It is done. “He will have to deal with his family first.”
Even though he said that, Moyong’s eyes suddenly changed.
‘Are you here?’
I have a lot to talk about with him. In many ways.
Moyong-gun stood up from his seat.
“…If it’s nothing special, I guess I’ll have to leave for dinner.”
