# Episode 1186: This is the path we will continue to walk. (1) – 22.03.31
Tuduk.
The sound of the broken beads falling to the ground sounded as loud as thunder. The sound of prayer beads falling from a broken thread and rolling on the floor continued indifferently.
Tang Xiaoxiao, whose eyes were already as big as a flower lantern, fixed his gaze on Baekcheon and stretched out his hand to gently pull the hem of Yui Seol’s dress.
“……accident.”
“why?”
“Well, let’s do something.”
“what?”
“No, I…”
“I can’t stop you anyway.”
Yu Iseol mutters calmly without changing her expression at all.
“You can even hit the enemy.”
Only after hearing those words did Tang Xiaoso suddenly realize.
The moment he decides to leave, the most unstoppable person in Hwasan is not Cheongmyeong, the volcano madman who is infamous throughout the entire central plains, but Baekcheon, the Hwasan sword.
And the reactions of others who watched this situation were not much different from Tang Soso. Jo Geol’s mouth was almost torn apart, and Yoon Jong’s narrow eyes were wide open because of how surprised he was.
‘Oh my god…’
Yunjong looked at Baekcheon with round eyes.
I can say for sure. There are more than a hundred disciples in Huashan, but there is probably only one person who can severely rebuke such words in front of the world’s court.
Everyone’s eyes were focused on the court. No, to be more precise, I headed towards the courtroom’s slightly trembling shoulders.
The head of Shaolin cannot hold back his anger and is trembling. Anyone who knew where Shaolin was or what the head of Shaolin was couldn’t help but feel horrified by this scene.
However, even though Hwasan’s disciples knew all of this, they harbored feelings other than eerieness.
Yes, Baekcheon’s words and actions may have been excessive. The tone may have been too harsh. Even if the words were the same, the expression could have been purified.
However, there is one reason why no one raises their voice saying that Baekcheon was too much. What Baekcheon said just now was because of the anger that everyone who has been in a volcano has been holding deep in their hearts.
The ancestors of volcanoes saved the world. However, even those who remembered that fact tried to ignore it and looked down on the volcano and tried to use it. How unfair and how resentful was it?
But now, Baekcheon pointed out that fact sternly. Not against anyone else, but against that court. Even though I hoped and hoped for it, something I couldn’t even imagine in my dreams happened in reality.
In the silence that swept through the room, the court looked down at the floor. The shattered prayer beads were scattered in his hands.
Who in the world would dare discuss morality in front of the Shaolin court? Who in the world would try to teach him? This was nothing short of a disregard for the head of Shaolin and an insult to an old monk who had practiced Buddhism.
However, criticism of this situation came not from the court, but from the mouth of Zhong Li-hyung, who was sitting next to him.
“What nonsense is that!”
Zhongli-hyung raised his voice and glared at Baekcheon with angry eyes. Until now, he had kept his mouth shut because it was not his situation to step forward, but even in his opinion, this was a behavior that had gone far beyond the line.
“Is it true that you have been promoted to the position of Deputy Jangmun and there is nothing visible? Even if you are officially promoted to the position of Deputy Jangmun, it is not something worth saying! I don’t know where I am…” But at that moment,
Zhongli The person who tried to dissuade his brother was none other than the court.
“Stop it, Jang Mun-in.”
“Bangjang! But this is too rude…”
“Stop!”
The court’s shouting containing the momentary history instantly suppressed Jong-ri-hyeong’s furious opposition. Jong-li-hyung flinched unconsciously and looked back at the court.
The court, which was staring at the scattered prayer beads, raised its head and closed its eyes.
“… I apologize for raising my voice, but Jang Moon-in. I am grateful, but this is not something that Jang Moon-in should be angry about.”
“Bangjang……”
“……Amitabha Buddha.”
The court closed its eyes tightly and chanted in disapproval. He kept complaining in a low voice and only after barely regaining his composure did he open his eyes.
So what I came across was Baekcheon’s calm face, whose expression had not changed at all. To some, it will appear extremely confident, and to others, it will appear extremely arrogant. What about the court?
“…That part…”
The court paused slightly, took a deep breath, and spoke as if spitting out.
“It is the result of Hinayana. I apologize.”
As soon as those words were finished, an empty wind escaped from the mouths of the volcano disciples.
To put it simply, Baekcheon pointed out the court’s mistake and the court acknowledged it. It may only be that much.
However, those who knew what was behind this seemingly simple situation could never evaluate it so simply.
The court closed its eyes and said no once more.
“I forgot for a moment that you… are the representative of Hwasan’s Jangmun, and Hwasan’s Jangmunin deserves to be treated accordingly. It’s all because of the lack of Theravada.”
The volcano disciples looked at each other.
Hwasan’s long-time scholar should be treated appropriately.
It was a word that could have several meanings depending on how you interpret it. However, the treatment that the court said the ‘Hwasan Jangmunman’ should receive is not due to the current power and influence of Hwasan.
The meaning is clearly one. That court was the first to acknowledge Hwasan’s contributions in the past in a public setting.
What words can express the feelings of the Hwasan disciples who heard those words with their own ears?
Baekcheon opened his mouth again.
“As a warrior and a disciple of Hwasan, I would like to apologize for my excessive words. However, I am not a warrior but am representing Hwasan’s master, so please understand that it is difficult for me to apologize.”
“…There is no need for understanding. That is the right thing to do.”
The court nodded quietly. Lee Chae was young in the eyes of Tanggunak when he saw that scene.
I don’t know how others felt, but he could clearly see the changes in the courtroom. If it had been an old court, the conversation would not have continued like this.
‘We are not the only ones affected by the volcano.’
Or perhaps the court has regained its original form. He reinvented himself after being shaken by the volcano.
Ultimately, this may be a good thing, but right now it’s not something I’m happy about. Anyway, Baekcheon is going to have to argue now. This is against a court that does not lose its composure even in situations like this.
“But Mr. Jangmun.”
Sure enough, at that moment the court began to speak again.
“The part of So-seung’s apology was in his tone and attitude, so it does not mean that he denies the meaning of what he said to Mr. Jang Moon. Now it is time for Mr. Jang-moon to answer Mr. So-seung’s question.”
The court gazed at Baekcheon with calm eyes.
“Master Jangmun clearly said that this choice did not come from young blood alone. In that case, of course, you should also prepare an answer that will convince the Hinayana.”
At those words, several people’s complexions darkened.
In fact, were there any of those here who really wanted to join the Old File Party? Everyone secretly hoped for the continuation of Cheonwoomaeng.
Nevertheless, the reason why no one was able to openly oppose it was because there was no justification or logic to oppose the cause put forward by the court.
With what logic can one refute the statement that we must join forces to save even just one person?
“If you can’t do that, you will have no choice but to become an evil enemy who brought about a crisis in the world just out of personal feelings. You know that, right?”
It was a clever way of speaking. By using the word ‘malicious’ in a way that is not overly obvious, it makes the responsibility for this choice heavier and pushes the person to answer.
However, if you keep asking questions about that one small expression, you will end up getting caught by someone who is in need of an answer.
Everyone could not help but look at Baekcheon with worried eyes.
“Of course, boss.”
However, Baekcheon’s answer was not only bold but refreshing.
The court’s eyes narrowed slightly.
“Do you have an answer?”
“That’s right.”
“It’s difficult to understand, Mr. Jangmun.”
The court looks at Baekcheon with questioning eyes.
“If you are going to continue your sophistry, I would like to advise you to stop. That will not only diminish Hwasan’s prestige, but it will also bring down the honor of Jang Mun-in, who appointed Deputy Jang Moon to that position.”
Baekcheon, who had been listening quietly, called the court softly.
“House manager. Don’t you realize it?”
“…What do you mean?”
“How contradictory you are right now.”
As the court looked at him as if wondering what he was talking about, Baekcheon shook his head.
“When you visited me the other day, I thought the manager had changed from the past. That’s why I was happy and had the utmost respect for him. Do you remember what the manager said back then?”
“…Well, I said a lot.”
“No one was wrong. Everyone just had different positions. Even if no one was wrong, if each person’s position is different, what they are pursuing may be at odds. The manager said this that day.”
The court shook its head. This was clearly something he said himself. But why bring up that story at this point?
“What the manager said that day gave me great insight. So I was able to reflect on my position and thoughts and properly realize what I should do. I guess this is what the later people are saying when they say they learn from the predecessors. But…. ..What do you think of the current room manager?”
The court frowned at those words.
“What are you talking about?”
“The manager is saying that all those who do not agree with him are wrong, sinners, and evildoers who will throw the world into disaster.”
The court held its breath at that sharp point. The words that were meant to persuade them were coming back like daggers.
‘This guy…’
The court looked at Baekcheon with narrowed eyes.
In fact, it may not be that difficult to watch from behind and point out flaws in logic.
However, for the first time, Baekcheon was in a position of great responsibility as Deputy Jangmun, and was dealing with a court like no one else. Isn’t that kind of person taking the time to delay his question and poking at the logic put forward by the court?
“It is truly a pity and regret. At least I sympathized with the manager’s cause, but now the manager is not showing an image worthy of that cause.”
“As for Theravada…”
“As the representative of Hwasan, I only hope that the cause you speak of will not be used only as a tool to assert the leader’s logic.”
The expression on the court’s face became slightly distorted without my knowledge. However, Baekcheon just continued speaking calmly while watching his reaction.
“There is nothing to worry about. I do not intend to continue distrust in that attitude into distrust in the head of the room. Also, I will not use it as a reason to break off the agreement.”
Everyone looked at Baekcheon in surprise.
This is the first argument I have with the room manager as assistant manager. Doesn’t that mean that in such a situation, you would take advantage and then put down what you had gained? It was a difficult situation to understand.
However, Baekcheon’s next words made even those people nod their heads.
“The reason is simple. I told you that you can learn what you lack and that others can fill in what you lack. “If I bring up the fact that the head of the room is not perfect as a reason for rejection, I am merely contradicting my own words.”
The court’s face slightly twitched upon hearing those words. It may
sound good depending on how you hear it, but this is nothing more than contradicting my own words. In the end, the court doesn’t keep what I say, but doesn’t it also mean that Baekcheon sticks to what he says?
Without any time to question whether it was intentional or not, Baekcheon continued.
“Hwasan is taking a different path from Shaolin . You don’t need any other reason to go. If there is a reason, it is only because the cause you are talking about is completely contrary to the teachings of Hwasan.”
“……You said it is against the teachings of Hwasan?”
“Yes, Director.”
Baekcheon took a slow breath and declared firmly.
“Let me make it clear here. At least as long as I am Deputy Jangmun, Hwasan will not turn away anyone who can save it for the cause of saving everyone. If someone must make a sacrifice, that sacrifice will be none other than Hwasan.”
It was a calm, yet truly firm voice. It was a voice that would give everyone in Hwasan a strong shiver.
“That is the will that Hwasan has inherited from the past. “This is an agreement that Hwasa must keep.”
A soft smile appeared on his lips.
“So, the manager, be sure to remember this fact. This is the path that Hwasa has walked so far…”
Baekcheon’s eyes are looking at him. He turned to Hwasan’s disciples who were watching.
His gaze was a little warm and a little stern.
“This is the path we will continue to walk.”
The eyes of Hwasan’s disciples shone as if responding to his voice.
