Episode 825 I won this war. (5)
“Your mouth is alive.”
“Hoo?”
Jang Il-so smiled as if he was intrigued.
“On a subject I have no intention of doing.”
At Cheongmyeong’s words, Jang Ilso’s eyes took on a strange light.
This guy is definitely fun. Even Ho Ji-myeong, who knows Jang Il-so best, cannot fully read his inner thoughts. But this guy finds out his true intentions without any hesitation.
Is there anyone else in the world who is this interesting?
“There wasn’t one, right?”
“What are you talking about?”
“Explosives.”
“Hahahaha.”
Jang Il-so giggled and laughed.
“It’s not like they already checked it out… That’s a shame. My stomach must have twisted when I saw for myself where the hole was. Of course, I would have been just as disappointed not to see that scene.”
The corners of Cheongmyeong’s mouth twisted as if distorted.
‘You played well.’
Of course there were explosives.
It was not human power that first burst the cliff. Explosives clearly existed.
But there were no other explosives.
If you think about it, it’s such a natural thing. It is difficult to obtain enough explosives to completely collapse that cliff, even if it is a coffin. Obtaining it, moving it to the Yangtze River in a short period of time, avoiding everyone’s attention, and planting it in an appropriate place is almost impossible based on common sense.
Still, at that moment no one had any doubts that explosives were there. Even clearing.
There are two reasons.
This is because the sight of the cliff exploding before my eyes due to the ignited explosives was so powerful. There is no way that those who saw that incredible scene before their eyes could think rationally and calmly.
No, even if I had judged at that time that there was only a one in ten chance that explosives had been placed on the cliff, I would have had no choice but to climb the cliff.
Because no one would risk their life on a one-tenth chance.
And one more thing….
“The fact that they gathered up the white thunder cannons and passed them over was a mistake in the first place.”
“No problem.”
Jang Il-so laughed excitedly.
This is like an organ. Doesn’t it feel like Cheongmyeong is slowly recovering the meaning contained in the numbers he placed?
No matter how great a move is made, if no one understands the meaning of the move, the knight will become lonely. That is why an outstanding person needs a rival.
“Those who came to Yangtze River were watching your every move. “Of course you knew that you had obtained the white thunder cannon.”
“….”
“If you weren’t so stupid, you would have understood the moment you faced me that the white thunder cannon came from my hand. So…”
Jang Il-so smiles bizarrely.
“Of course you thought I would have secured a lot of explosives. “Thanks to you.”
“You snake-like bastard…”
This was more of a compliment than an insult.
To put it bluntly, it is like that.
Gupilbang was scared by non-existent explosives and desperately climbed the cliff. Thanks to that, I suffered unnecessary damage and used up all my strength climbing the cliff.
“There must have been nothing on the way out, right?”
“of course.”
Jang Il-so smiled and added, as if he was amazed.
“Because we didn’t have the capacity to withdraw troops that far.”
“…What were you thinking if they went back to the retreat?”
“There is no choice. “I have no choice but to turn into a dog chasing a chicken and trudge back.”
Jang Il-so shrugs his shoulders.
“But wouldn’t that be fruitful in its own way since it would confirm that they are dumber than we thought? “I could swallow those idiots at any time.”
Cheongmyeong distorted his face and laughed, holding his stomach.
This is truly a crazy guy.
My stomach turned, as if I had swallowed something wrong. The more you look at it one by one, the clearer it becomes.
Everyone here was fooled by Jang Il-so.
What makes Cheongmyeong even more unbearable is that even the volcano is playing in Jang Il-so’s palm.
Because it all started by luring them to the Yangtze River. Jang Il-so must have been planning from the beginning to lure other factions by bringing Hwasan into the Yangtze River.
The Gupa Ilbang and Odaesae, who had never imagined that the Sa Sect would dare to sell a trap against them, were caught in the trick.
The smile suddenly disappeared and only a cold expression remained.
“It’s called Yangtze River Fire….”
Qingming gritted his teeth.
“It’s a good idea to exclude Cheonwoo-maeng from the treaty.”
“Because there’s no way you would say yes.”
Jang Il-so giggled and laughed.
“It’s different from those idiots. You don’t back down. And you were the only one who could make a choice on behalf of Cheon Yu-meng.”
“I guess that’s not all?”
“ha ha ha.”
Jang Il-so’s brightly smiling face hardened slightly. Cheongmyeong’s words seemed to be beyond his expectations this time.
“Anyway, it’s good. Let’s use the land handed over well. Tell this clearly to those outnumbered bastards. “If you even come near me, I’ll cut off your head.”
“Why should I do that? I’m sure you understand that the Nine Fail Fangs and the Five Great Families cannot access the Yangtze River, right? But why should I guarantee your territory? huh?”
“Because that’s what you want.”
“….”
Jang Il-so’s eyes drew a line.
Salsim.
A moment of deep sorrow leaked out between his narrowed eyes.
“Volcano God Dragon. “Hwasan God Dragon…”
Jang Il-so, who had been quietly muttering, shook his head.
“That name is too much for you now. “It makes my heart chill.”
“There is no need to burn the kiln. “It’s just an obvious trick.”
What Jang Il-so wants now is the complete downfall of Gu-pil-il-bang and the Oh Dae-sega. First of all, Cheon Yu-meng will not be in his eyes right now.
In terms of power, even if you combine the Cheonwoo Meng and the Four Sects, they would be similar to, or rather inferior to, the five major factions of the Nine Sects.
Since there is no possibility of Cheon Woo-maeng and Sapae-ryeon joining hands, this one victory will not put Sapae-ryeon at ease.
Therefore, a non-aggression pact buys time. And….
‘We will completely destroy the nine-file group and the five generations.’
The rumor that the Nine Sects and the Five Great Families were defeated and retreated at the Yangtze River will probably soon spread throughout the world. And the rumor that he humbly begged for his life would also be true.
Because Jang Il-so will spread it directly.
Criticism will reach the sky, and the reputation they have built and the honor they have polished will be thrown into the dirt.
But in the meantime… what if Cheon Woo-maeng proudly stands on one axis of the Yangtze River?
What if Cheon Woo-maeng protects the civilians there?
‘It must be literally hell for the old faction.’
If even Cheon Woo-maeng gave in, there would be public opinion that it was inevitable. However, if the rumor spreads that Cheon Woo-maeng fought to the end, no one will be able to put the two letters ‘consultation’ in front of the names of Gupa Ilbang and Five Daesae.
In other words, the person who most desperately needs to praise Cheon Woo-maeng right now is none other than Jang Il-so.
“Tsk. It’s not fun. “It should be a gift given to someone who is scared and trying to run away.”
Jang Il-so took a sip of his drink and clicked his tongue.
“Surrochae will not approach the area you occupied, let alone the mouth. “If those old faction bastards block the logistics, saying they will kill you and me, or if that stupid Black Dragon King goes too far and blocks the commercial district leading to Gangnam, I will be in trouble.”
“You’re talking stupidly. Even after hearing that, do you think I will let you pass for a small amount of money?”
“You’re planning on tearing it down anyway, right? is not it?”
Cheongmyeong smiled, showing his teeth.
Of course, my stomach turned. To the point where my teeth are grinding apart.
However, looking at it calmly, Cheon U-maeng and Hwasan lost nothing in this incident. Rather, I gained too much.
Cheon Woo-maeng will now usurp the positions of the Gupa Il-bang and the Five Daesega, who represented Gang-ho’s consultations in the past, and will make enormous profits by monopolizing the water routes to and from Gangnam.
And in return, Sapaeryeon weakened the power of Gupa Ilbang and Odaesega and bought time to reorganize the interior.
Hostile symbiotic relationship.
There could not be a more appropriate expression for their relationship.
“How about Volcanic God Dragon?”
“…what?”
“Do you like my gift?”
“….”
“You cannot refuse this gift. No, there is no way to refuse. But you don’t have to be grateful. I too have received many gifts from you. Hahahaha!”
Cheongmyeong’s smile became even deeper.
“I’ll tell you too.”
“hmm?”
Jang Il-so looked at Cheongmyeong with a smile on his face. As if I was impatiently curious about what he would say.
“You are right. “You won this war.”
“Hmm?”
“But it’s only war.”
“….”
Jang Il-so’s eyes slowly sank.
“Watch and you will find out. “What a stupid thing you did.”
“…Stupid thing?”
“Battles are small things compared to war.”
“yes.”
“But war is nothing compared to fortune.”
“….”
“If you really wanted to take control of Gangho, you should have come out of this place and destroyed the volcano at all costs. “You are the one who missed the big thing because you were so distracted by the small food in front of you.”
“….”
“You will find out.”
A terrifying murderous energy flowed from Cheongmyeong’s body.
“What does it mean to give a volcano time? It won’t be that long. The moment your head is cut off, you will definitely regret today and regret it again. certainly.”
“….”
Jang Il-so’s face became cold.
A simple threat… no, it might just be a desperate struggle.
But…
those words didn’t sound that simple to Jang Il-so’s ears.
They must be sent alive. Because Cheongmyeong is essential to his plan. Because of his existence, the Cheonwu Meng, the Four Sisters, the Nine Sects, and the Five Great Families can balance each other.
If Cheongmyeong ceases to exist, the Cheonwoo Alliance will rapidly collapse, and the nine factions and the five major factions, with no checkers, will head south with bloodshot eyes.
But… on the other hand, his instincts are speaking.
Perhaps sending this kid alive might be more dangerous than dealing with the Nine Sects and the Five Great Families.
It is exactly as the person said.
Crack.
Jang Il-so clenched his fists without realizing it.
‘Even now…’
It was the exact moment when Jang Il-so bit his lip with his boiling heart.
Suddenly, I saw a group of drones approaching quickly from afar.
‘What about that?’
Jang Il-so’s eyes widened slightly. It’s still too far away to be visible, but it’s clearly approaching at an incredible speed.
‘green?’
The moment Jang Il-so saw the green robe they were wearing, he could tell the identity of those approaching.
“Tsk…” Jang
Il-so, having regained his appetite, reluctantly unclenched his fists. No matter how much he is, it would be impossible to kill Cheongmyeong before they arrive. And if a battle breaks out here, Jang Il-so is now at a disadvantage.
If this happens, in the end…
“…are you saying it was me who saved his life?”
“Well, if that idiot hadn’t done something stupid.”
Sacheondanga. They were quickly approaching Cheongmyeong.
If they had joined the battlefield, the outcome would have definitely been different.
“…When did you call me?”
“Because I don’t know what will happen in the world.”
Jang Il-so stuck out his tongue and licked his lips.
‘It was dangerous.’
I almost got cornered again. This guy is really dangerous.
“I like it anyway.”
Jang Il-so finished the drink in his hand and looked down at Cheongmyeong.
“No matter what, I am the one who won this war.”
“okay. So enjoy it.”
Cheongmyeong smiled, showing his teeth.
“That moment of joy that won’t last long.”
The eyes of the two people staring at each other were filled with deep murder.
“joy.”
Jang Il-so, who snorted lightly, turned first and got into the carriage.
“Let’s leave.”
“yes.”
Inside the carriage, which began to move slowly, Jang Il-so leaned his head against the wall with a strange expression on his face.
‘I feel uncomfortable.’
I thought it was a complete victory. But… now that I see it, isn’t it a pretty lucky victory? If they had just held out until the Sacheondangga arrived, the Sapaeryun would not have been able to take the lead on the battlefield and negotiate.
“It tastes bad when I drink alcohol.”
A low murmur escaped from red lips. Jang Il-so’s eyes narrowed like a snake.
‘Volcano… and the volcano god dragon Cheongmyeong.’
It was the moment when Jang Il-so engraved that name into his heart.
“I need to prepare an appropriate name. It would be difficult for this Jang Il-so’s enemy to be called like a kid like that.”
After a while, his soft laugh slowly spread beyond the carriage and into the quiet land.
