177. I will sell it for 12,000 nyang.
Mt. Obong.
Obongsanchae.
Early moning.
Four men gathered at Sanghwagak.
Yeonjeokha and Gucheonnodo, Simtong, and now Ma Hyeongdo who has become a debt collector and Heo Imdal who is a debt collector.
Ma Hyeong-do looked at Yeon Jeok-ha with a disappointed expression.
“Are you really planning on coming down today?”
“Yes. I’ll let you know as soon as I’m settled in, so come visit when you have time.”
“Okay. If you change your mind, come back anytime.”
“Okay.”
Yeonjeok nodded readily.
As Poongyeoncho and Takgomyeong took their places, the owner of the vegetable garden and the owner of the fan garden naturally changed. Fortunately, the two people got along well like Poongyeoncho and Takgomyeong, and the mountain vegetable garden continued to run smoothly.
“My brother is going to run an inn. I still can’t believe it.”
Of course, if business is going well, it is something that can be done by hiring someone and leaving it to them. But I didn’t know that Yeonjeok-ha, who hates to fuss, would want to run an inn.
“Haha. I’m just the owner, and I’ll leave the management to the right people.”
Heo Im-dal, who was watching, said something.
“Brother, Yeon-ah will do well in whatever he does. Yeon-ah is not an ordinary person.”
“That’s true. Old man Shim, please take good care of our younger brother Yeon.”
Simtong nodded at Ma Hyeong-do’s request.
“Hold on to your worries. I will make sure that not a single drop of water touches Confucius’s fingertips.”
Ma Hyeong-do and Heo Im-dal felt relieved at his confident words.
This is because Simtong is a wise man, unlike Yeonjeokha who is ignorant of the ways of the world.
After a while, Yeonjeokha and Simtong came out of the hall.
Ma Hyeong-do muttered as he watched the two people walking away.
“If it’s just for fun and entertainment, then you can stay in the mountains. I don’t understand why you’re taking on the difficult task.”
“It must have a deep meaning for you, my brother. It’s not like you can buy a guest house with just a few pennies.”
“I guess so?”
Ma Hyung-do thought that there must be another special reason that he was unaware of. That was why Yeonjeok-ha’s decision to run the guest house was difficult to understand.
***
Early September.
release.
Around noon.
Yeonjeokha and Simtong entered Gaebongseong with a group of merchants.
They had reached the end of a five-day journey, so they were tired, but their eyes sparkled with energy.
That’s because they came here to make a place to live, not to just pass through a city.
“Old Man Shim, what are you going to do now?”
“Once you go to a place where people gather and look for the broker, that’s it.”
“A goner?”
“Yes, they are people who introduce houses or land and receive a small introduction fee.”
“aha!”
“That base looks good.”
The tip of Simtong’s finger pointed to the dock next to the canal where boats were floating.
Yeonjeok-ha, who was looking around the canal, nodded with a satisfied expression.
The scenery was so beautiful that it seemed like a perfect place to eat and play.
Even though it was broad daylight, the restaurant was packed with customers.
As soon as the two people sat down in the empty seats, Jeomsoi came walking quickly.
“What would you like to give me?”
Jeomsoi looked slightly nervous when she saw Yeonjeokha and Simtong holding swords.
Yeonjeokha said as if she had been waiting for it.
“I am Xiao Hongzhu.”
He glanced at Yeonjeokha as if he was feeling strange.
It’s been a long time since I’ve been drinking at a bar, but this is the first time I’ve ever had to specify the type of alcohol.
“Bring out some of the dishes that So Hong-ju and this house are good at. Also, do you happen to know any brokers?”
“Yes, there are some customers who visit our restaurant who do that.”
“If you bring him, I’ll give you a separate reward.”
“Yes, yes. Then I’ll bring out some sohongju, lamb noodle soup, whole chicken, and stir-fried pork. If you’re going to eat here too, the fried rice would be nice too.”
“Okay, bring them all out. Don’t forget to bring the broker with you.”
Simtong emphasized the broker once again.
Eating is important, but you also need to buy food and drinks quickly.
“Yes, yes.”
Jeomsoi groaned and then quickly turned around.
Could it be the power of words that say they will pay for your hard work?
The shabby-looking waiter brought out the waiter before the food we ordered.
A man with a middle-aged appearance who looked to be in his fifties bowed politely to Simtong.
“I heard from Sosam that you are looking for a broker, so I came running. What do you need? I will get you anything you want.”
As promised, Simtong gave Jeomsoi a silver coin.
As Jeomsoi returned with a cheerful expression, Simtong said.
“Hmm, hmm. The prince and I are looking to buy a guest house and a bar in Gaebong. Can you connect me?”
“Yes, that’s exactly what I specialize in. I was going to point you to a nearby store for other items, but that’s good. Would you like to go and look at it right now?”
“There’s no need to rush. We’re all just trying to survive, so shouldn’t we eat what we ordered before we leave?”
“Yes, then I will go first and meet the owners who are willing to sell it to me. It won’t take long. I’m just checking to see if they’ve changed their minds.”
“Okay, I’ll wait here, so come back later.”
“yes.”
The man got up, bowed politely once more, and left.
“Hey. Old Man Shim, you’re really good at handling things, aren’t you?”
“Hehehe. There’s something called experience.”
While the two were laughing and chatting, the drinks and food they had been waiting for arrived.
The goon returned less than half an hour later.
As they had just finished drinking a bottle of Sohongju, Yeonjeokha and Simtong got up without delay.
The broker walked along the canal, pointing out buildings on either side.
“The area from down there to here is the best. As you can see, it’s hard to find an empty seat even in broad daylight. Do you see the sign that says Hongun Guesthouse over there?”
“Is that the inn that’s for sale?”
“Yes, the owner is a native of Jeongju, but he said he was planning to return to the countryside.”
“Oh oh!”
An exclamation escaped Yeonjeokha’s mouth when he saw Hongun Guesthouse.
It seemed the largest and most ornate of the buildings nearby.
At that scale, you’d believe it’s a palace rather than a guest house.
As we entered Hongun Guesthouse, the owner greeted us with a bright smile.
“Welcome. I heard you were looking for a guest house?”
Simtong stepped in for Yeonjeokha.
“Yes.”
“Welcome. I have a table set up. I will try my best to match the price.”
“How much does it cost to have a guest room like this?”
“Yes, I’ll give it to you cheaply. Just give me fifty thousand nyang. I would have originally received fifty-five thousand nyang, but my circumstances are urgent… … .”
At the word ‘Oman Nyang’, Simtong’s face distorted strangely.
The money that Yeonjeokha had was about 8,000 nyang of silver.
I thought it would be worth it, but I’m surprised it only costs 50,000 won.
“Hmm, hmm, I see. I’ll think about it some more and come back.”
The price difference was so great that Simtong couldn’t even bring himself to talk about bargaining.
“Yes, yes. I will try my best to accommodate you, so please come and see me.”
The three men walked out into the street, escorted by the Senate.
The broker, who had been observing Simtong’s expression for a moment, spoke cautiously.
“I guess you don’t like the guest room. I’ll show you another place.”
“It’s not that I don’t like it, but it’s just too big. Where else can you live when you’re so busy with work? This is a guest house where our Confucius can relax.”
“Oh, yes. If that’s the case, there’s something suitable not far away.”
The broker walked for about 20 minutes and showed us another guest house.
Although it was smaller than Hongun Guesthouse, it cost 40,000 nyang.
Simtong left the guest house with a pouty face, as if he was not pleased.
After that, the guide continued to guide us to the guest houses and drinking establishments of Gaebongseong without rest until the sun set.
Even as the spiderweb slowly began to fall, Simtong’s face did not brighten.
What kind of guest house and bar are these that are the size of a palm and cost this much?
If you add up the money of Yeonjeokha and yourself, it only amounts to two thousand nyang.
I walked around until my feet were sweaty, but I couldn’t find anything below this level.
‘Oh my god. What’s so expensive?’
I yelled at Yeonjeokha a lot, but things went wrong from the start.
Then the broker asked cautiously.
“Excuse me, you don’t like small things… … . May I ask what kind of line you’re looking for?”
“Don’t you have any eight thousand, no, twelve thousand nyang notes?”
“… … .”
The broker was so shocked by Simtong’s words that he was speechless for a long time.
‘What the hell. If you had told me from the beginning that I only had 20,000 nyang, I wouldn’t have gone through this trouble.’
Are you trying to buy an inn in Gaebongseong for 20,000 nyang?
They must be people who don’t know anything about the world.
He felt a burning sensation inside him, but he held it in because his opponents were martial artists.
“Haha, sir. You can’t buy an inn in Gaebongseong for just 20,000 nyang.”
As Simtong and Yeonjeokha’s faces hardened, the broker hurriedly continued speaking.
“But if you go out to the outskirts, there are some guest houses where you can live for that price.”
“When you say outskirts, what do you mean?”
“The area around the canal in the castle is originally a commercial area, so it is very expensive. However, if you go along the Yellow River, you can get it for cheap.”
“The Yellow River?”
“Yes, if you go about half an hour (one hour) north from Gaebong, there is a village called Hwasachon. It is a village along the Yellow River. There is an inn there that sells… … .”
“Give me guidance.”
“Right, right now?”
The broker had a displeased expression on his face, perhaps because the sun was setting.
“I have to stay for a day anyway, so I’m going to go anyway.”
“Oh, yes… … .”
The broker could not bring himself to say no and marched ahead to the stables.
***
When the carriage arrived at Hwasangchon, the sun had completely set.
Although there was only faint moonlight, the carriage found the inn without difficulty thanks to the guide’s guidance.
They said they were going to sell the guest house, but it was early evening and the lights were off.
While the broker was knocking on the door, Yeonjeokha and Simtong looked around the inn.
The atmosphere is reminiscent of a small town inn where the two stayed during their trip.
Kurururur-.
It really feels like a riverside inn, with the sound of the Yellow River rushing right next to it.
As I walked a few steps, I saw a dark river glistening in the moonlight.
It feels quite rough, perhaps because I’ve come to see the inns by the quiet canal.
After a while, the lights in the guest room came back on.
“Who is it!”
The blunt innkeeper became gentle after the broker spoke a few words to him.
“Welcome. You came to see the guest house even though the sun has set. You must have had a hard time.”
A sigh escaped Yeonjeokha’s mouth as she followed her master inside.
At first glance, the guest house was different from the one in Gaebongseong.
Not only was it extremely old, but the walls and furniture were so stained that it was difficult to see their original color.
The rooms on this floor reeked of mold, and the restaurant was also musty and disgusting.
After taking a look around the inn, Yeonjeokha and Simtong went back down to the restaurant on the first floor.
As soon as the owner sat down, he spoke directly to the broker.
“I will sell it for twelve thousand nyang.”
He had a dejected look on his face, and his heart was heavy as he held his temples with both hands.
A rotten inn the size of a palm in an unknown rural area is sold for twelve thousand nyang.
Wuxia,
