Episode 78. Sound Soul Sangbeop (音魂狀法)
Now it will be more important to take care of Bok Yeon-hwa and So Eun-ri.
However, there was something that neither of them could have dreamed of…
the fact that Han Ibi had a considerable degree of defense against poison.
This is due to the ‘Hongmong Great Law’, because the bet of Hongmong Great Law implanted in the body cancels out the addiction of the ‘host’ like a living creature.
This is why Han Ibi was able to come to her senses alone when mysterious people poisoned everyone through the steam of the gourd.
Anyway, the two quickly raised their guard and ran towards the Qingcheng Sect grounds.
* * *
The Qingcheng faction’s grounds were quiet, as if there had never been such a commotion.
There were corpses lying here and there around.
There were guests, but most of them were disciples of the Qingcheng sect.
I also saw quite a few people groaning with injuries.
As soon as the cursed sound of the drum stopped, Izzy came back and most of them had normal eyes, but their faces were absolutely miserable.
As a key disciple and protagonist of the Qingcheng Sect, Jong Li-hyuk was running towards the guest table first, regardless of self-interest.
This is probably to take care of the current scholars and elders.
‘Hey. He has no brains… What’s so valuable about such a long story and his henchmen…’
Han Ibi was grumbling to herself and desperately looking for the two people.
Needless to say, ‘Bokyeonhwa’ and ‘So Eun-ri’.
He headed to the place where he last parted ways with them.
And found it.
So Eun-ri sat down with swollen, tear-filled eyes and hugged Bok Yeon-hwa.
Bok Yeon-hwa’s entire body was covered in blood and she was unconscious.
Judging from the fact that many of his disciples were lying next to him, it was clear that he was making every effort not to lose his senses and prevent a fight between them.
Han Ibi said as she went to their side.
“So Sojeo. Are you okay? “Are you hurt anywhere?”
But So Eun-ri still didn’t move.
It seemed like the shock was quite big.
Han Ibi thought.
‘Hmm… Jang Moon-in and all of Go Soo’s customers were poisoned and lost their minds… Why was Master Bok able to come to his senses until the end… If it was his mental strength, he really is a respectable old man… ‘
At that time, Han Ibi caught sight of a white object inside the ear of the fallen Bok Yeon-hwa.
And the torn sleeve of the double-leafed flower.
widely!
Han Ibi thought as she unconsciously hit her forehead once.
‘At that moment, emergency measures were taken to prevent the sound of the flute from being heard… The reasons are different, but anyway… She is truly a respectable woman…’ At that time, Han I-bi saw him
supporting the long Hong Gu-geum. I saw Jong Ri-hyuk.
‘okay. Your poop is thick. Anyone who sees me will think that I am a person who is unhappy because he has not been able to achieve success…’
At the same time, another person…
a familiar face caught my eye.
A heavy-bodied figure sprawled on the floor with his soul already gone…
It was Seo Eui-jae, the ‘general affairs manager’ of the Cheongseong faction.
Although Han Yi-bi did not particularly share righteousness with him… it was still inevitable that she felt bitter and numb.
* * *
Unfortunately, all of those who were seriously injured or died were young and weak martial arts disciples of Cheongseong.
Although they said they fought each other without reason, there was a gap in martial arts skills.
Of course, there is no way to know who hit whom.
There was no choice but to bury everything in one’s heart…
Likewise, funerals were held in a hurry for the unfortunate disciples who had died young without being able to attain the Way.
In addition, this incident was kept a complete secret from the outside world… The guests who barely survived received blood oaths from the Murim Alliance that they would protect the secret at the risk of their lives.
By the time things were resolved a little…
a meeting of elders was convened to resolve the situation.
It was noticeable that there were people with wounds here and there, perhaps due to minor injuries.
In any case, all the elders, including Hong Gu-geum Hyeon Jang Mun-in, were summoned to the elders’ meeting.
Except for Seo Ui-jae, who unfortunately lost his life…
In addition, Chae Geuk-ik, who was dispatched from the Murim Alliance, did not return and attended.
I was about to report the general situation to the Murim Alliance by sending a message to the whole world.
At the elders’ meeting, there was a debate going on over who was responsible for this incident.
Nam Cheol-hong said.
“There is no doubt that this incident was caused by the Charity Church!”
The group called Charity Church is a vicious group classified as a ‘demon religion’ in the current martial arts world.
Naturally, it was a fateful organization that should or could not be considered as a top priority.
At that time, Ki Baek-eom said.
“No matter how evil they are… I can’t believe they did something so blatant. “The most important factors in this case were magic and illusion… The most suspicious thing is probably the Mosan faction that actually uses illusion and magic.”
Then Lee Shin-song said.
“Elder Qi’s words make sense… but the Mosan faction has not been involved in Kang Hao’s affairs for nearly a hundred years. “It is clear that someone skilled in illusions was involved, but considering that poison and explosives were used, we are guessing that ‘Hongpaemun’ was behind it.”
“That’s not true. The poison is for maximizing the illusion…”
At that time, Hong Gu-geum, the current master of poetry, spoke loudly.
“Be quiet. What are you doing now with all the guests! “It won’t be too late to have this discussion after thorough research!”
Then the atmosphere cooled down immediately.
The following statement is not incorrect.
At that time, Chae Geuk-ik of the Murim Alliance, who had been referred to as a ‘guest’ a moment ago, opened his mouth.
“Now, these are words you say after something big has happened, so I understand a hundred and thousand times. At a sacred long essay contest… how angry you must be! However, Jangmunin Hong’s words are absolutely valid. These wasteful arguments do not help solve the problem. “I, who was there, of course, and the Murim Alliance are paying close attention to this situation.”
Then he cleared his throat a few times and said:
“So I received these instructions from the Lord.”
Shinsong Lee said.
“Chae Dae-hyeop, please tell me quickly.”
“Okay. This is what the Murim Alliance is requesting. It will probably take time to investigate this incident… but it is something that cannot be ignored indefinitely. So, please dispatch someone to make an initial report after investigating for a month.”
There was a moment of silence.
Hong Gu-geum thought for a moment and then opened his mouth.
“All right. Chae Daehyeop. “We at the Cheongseong Sect will thoroughly investigate this incident and send someone to the Murim Alliance.”
Chae Geuk-ik nodded and said.
“great. I’m just grateful that you followed Maeng’s instructions. We should also activate informants and…”
His expression was distorted with restrained anger. He clenched his teeth and spoke in a somewhat suppressed tone.
“…We will find out who did this. “Once the information is confirmed, we will immediately share it with the Qingcheng faction.”
Hong Gu-geum expressed his resignation.
“great. “I am deeply grateful to the Murim Alliance and the Chae Daehyup for their kindness.”
Then Chae Geuk-ik responded by laughing.
“no. “For us, we are just doing what we have to do.”
At that time, Hong Gu-geum added:
“And there’s one thing I want to tell you…”
The soldiers’ eyes focused on Hong Gu-geum.
“…The report on this will be done by Bok Yeon-hwa, Jang Mun-in, who will assume the position of the next Jang Mun. Isn’t that right, Elder Bok?”
To the sudden suggestion, Bok Yeon-hwa could not respond for a moment and just stared at Hong Gu-geum with her eyes wide open.
In the meantime, a small commotion arose.
It is true that Han Yi-bi ultimately defeated Seong Chun-don… but at that time, everyone had already become addicted and lost their minds.
Ha Bong-rye of the Honggugeum line, who felt dissatisfied with this, hit Lee Shin-song just as he was about to open his mouth.
“you’re right. “No matter what the outcome is… we can’t abandon the promise we made in the first place.”
Ha Bong-rye was a bit surprised that Lee Shin-song, who was on the same team, would say something like that, and when he opened his mouth and was taken aback… a
voice came from outside.
“Zhong Li-hyeok and Zhong Li-mae have arrived.”
Then Hong Gu-geum said.
“Take them inside.”
“yes. All right.”
The door opened and two people walked in.
It was Jong Ri-hyuk, who had a confident-looking face, and Han I-bi, who was hesitant and looked quite uncomfortable.
Han Ibi thought.
‘Shit. This is… It feels like being called to an executive meeting while working at a company. It’s a bit strange to experience something like this even after entering a novel…’
At that time, Nam Cheol-hong spoke in a somewhat surprising voice.
“Speaking of Jong Ri-hyuk… why on earth did that younger brother come along with you?”
Then there was an awkward silence.
‘What… didn’t you call me because you needed me?’
Hanibi also felt awkward.
It was Bok Yeon-hwa’s job to overcome that situation.
“I suggested this to Jang Moon-in. “It reflects Jong Ri-hyuk’s opinion that he received crucial help in resolving this situation.”
Then Ha Bong-rye said with a disapproving expression.
“No… Isn’t it just that Jong Ri-hyuk said that out of concern for his half-brother’s reputation? If Zhongli-mae, who had just entered the workforce, had been active, how much would he have done? “Is it okay to treat such an important issue so carelessly?”
Bok Yeon-hwa was not intimidated.
“I don’t think it would be too late to talk about that after hearing the statements of the parties involved.”
“joy.”
Ha Bong-rye had a displeased expression on his face, but since he had nothing else to say, he kept his mouth shut.
Han Ibi thought when she saw that.
‘Ai Xiang. ‘If you’re going to fight among yourself, why are you calling someone over?’
Then I took a quick look around.
But….
‘Huh? I saw it last time whether it was the Chaegeukgi or the Taegeukgi… but there was a person sitting there that I didn’t know.’
Yes.
Jong Ri-hyuk was handsome, but… a man in his thirties who was much taller than him and had the appearance of a nobleman was occupying the same spot.
‘That’s really strange… Seeing him sitting at the head table with a guy named Chae Geuk-ik, he seems to be of quite high status…’
Han Ibi couldn’t help but keep glancing at him, unable to overcome her curiosity.
But something strange happened… I felt familiar.
At that time, when I was struggling in that uncomfortable feeling that I thought I knew but couldn’t remember…
‘Ah! Right!’
Finally, Han Ibi was able to draw the man’s silhouette from her memory.
Surprisingly, he was a person who attended the Cheongseong long speech conference.
‘It looks like you were dressed up at the time.’
Yes.
The man was a hairy man who Han Ibi thought to herself was a ‘golden spoon’ because he seemed quite arrogant at the time.
It was difficult to recognize him now as he looked gaunt and gaunt without a single stain on his face.
At that moment, the man who had seemed to be observing the situation until now spoke for the first time.
His gaze was directed at Jong Ri-hyuk.
“How did you know?”
Jong Lihyuk answered.
“What do you mean?”
“I’m asking how you knew they were breaking in.”
Jong Lihyuk turned his head without saying anything.
Was it because a young person who was clueless and uninformed asked the question?…
Faced with this seemingly somewhat rude situation, the faces of the elders, including Hong Gu-geum, except for Bok Yeon-hwa, instantly turned blue.
It was Lee Shin-song who spoke first.
“Uh huh. When a person speaks, the only thing to do is to respond! “Why are you avoiding the answer!”
Then, the young man came forward to defend Jong Ri-hyuk.
“no. “It seems like I was the one who committed the rudeness.”
At that time, Chae Geuk-ik also appeared.
“No. How could you, Confucius…”
The man continued, raising one hand to dissuade Cai Guei-ik.
(Continued in the next part)
