Episode 1211 This is absolutely true. (1)
Namgung Do-wi, who was watching the situation inside the hall on one side of the road leading to the training hall, looked back at the party flag with a blank face.
“…How on earth is this going on?
“Well… don’t you think Unam Dojo, not Baekcheon Dojo, is saying that you will become Jangmun-in?”
“Unam Dojo?”
Namgung Do-wi narrowed his eyes.
‘So, Unam Dojo?’ A person named Dojing…’
His eyes turned to Unam, whose shoulders were shaking next to Baekcheon.
‘It was that person.’
It was a situation that Namgung Dowi could not help but be a little embarrassed by.
It may be like it to Hwasan’s disciples, but to Namgung Dowi, Unam did not have a particular presence. No, not only Unam, but Hwasan’s Unja ship itself did not have much presence. ‘
This is okay.’ ‘Is it?’
Of course, if you think about common sense, it is natural that when the wise man’s ship retreats, the Unja ship takes the position of the long gate
of the volcano. But what kind of position is the position of the long gate of the volcano? It would be difficult for most people to withstand its weight, and even practically above the leader of the Cheonwoomaeng ( He has to deal with it as well.
Meanwhile, when Unam heard that he was going to be the chieftain, he felt embarrassed for the first time.
“…I don’t know.”
Dangpae also muttered, probably feeling the same way. The gaze he gave Unam’s back was subtle.
Namgung’s gaze It was difficult to deny that Baekcheon was much more comfortable than Unam when it came to Namgung Do-wi, who would become the head of the family, or when it came to party leadership and communication, who would become the head of the Tang family. That’s why I had no choice but to cast a cautious glance at first. “It’s clear… you’re a long-time writer.” However, so
far
. Tanggunakman, who was silently observing the situation, nodded his head as if he could understand this choice. “
I never thought about it, but… it is indeed the right choice.”
At those words, Tangpae cautiously asked.
“Matriarch… Does the head of the family think it is good for that person to be appointed as the leader of Hwasan?”
“It is not a matter of judging whether it is good or bad,”
Tanggunak said with a smile.
“It is a matter of who can rise to the position of leader of Hwasan and lead the sect better. Of course, it’s extremely important.”
“Yes, that’s right.”
Dangpae nodded. That’s why I think Baekcheon should become the Jangmun. I don’t know much about Unam, but considering his external reputation and relationship with other clans, Hwasan is now in charge. This is because there are not a million talented people in the world.
“But… a long-term position cannot be determined by those alone. What you have done for the sect so far is also of utmost importance.”
“…”
“If you choose a long sect based solely on its qualifications and reputation, who will devote yourself to the sect and who will work hard for the sect? Jangmun must make room for those who will shine in the bright light, but at the same time, it must not turn a blind eye to those who have worked silently in the shadows.”
Dangpae nodded at those words. Danggunak was deeply impressed.
“Forgetting even about me . It’s true that it happened… Jang Moon-in didn’t miss it. For a volcano to be a volcano, it is a very natural choice…”
Tanggunak’s gaze turned to one side. At the end of his gaze, Cheongmyeong was grinning. If
someone who doesn’t know him sees it, it’s just Baekcheon being pushed down a level, so he likes the blunt sand. Rona might think…
‘The person who didn’t miss this fact before Jang Mun-in would be the Hwasan Sword Association.’
The Hwasan Sword Association has consistently opposed Baekcheon’s rise to the position of Deputy Jangmun.
However, now, they are happy even though Baekcheon has also ascended to the position of Deputy Jangmun.
The law is something that must be kept. The reason for keeping the law lies in it. This is because the ancestors of the sect are bound to incorporate things that have been mentioned in order to define the identity of the sect.
After much deliberation, the ancestors of the sect told the future generations to keep only this. How could that be dismissed as just an old saying? I
knew it in my head . Whether it was through instinct or not, the Hwasan Sword Association knew that fact. So…
“Giggles…”
“…”
“Ehehehehe. It looks good!”
“…Isn’t it?”
“Yes?”
“Kuh-hmm.”
Tanggunak shook his head and shook off the small but clear voice of Cheongmyeong. It’s useless to say that I have good ears and listen to things like this.
“But. Is that okay? That person…”
“There’s no reason why it shouldn’t be okay. The newly appointed Deputy Jang Mun-in assumes the authority of Mun-in Jang, and the new Mun-in Jang works hard to keep the government in check. Isn’t that not much different from Baekcheon Dojang ascending to the position of Jangmun Minister alone?”
“Ah…”
Tanggunak looked at King Hyeonjong with a smile on his face.
“I will still let Baekcheon Dojang take charge of the external affairs that he was supposed to take charge of, and Jang Munin will do it. This means that the handling of Hwasan will be left to the new Jang Mun-in. There is no particular difference for us. Yet, he took care of both justification and law. “I am being passed over from the position of Jang Mun-in a little early.”
Everyone looked at Hyeonjong with new eyes at those words.
After hearing this, it was a trivial choice, and it seemed very reasonable. What is even more impressive is that he made the choice to step down first and suffer the consequences. “…I feel wise.”
“
I guess it’s because he’s a Taoist. We couldn’t have imagined it.”
Tanggunak nodded.
“So, Hwasan is both a sword gate and a sword gate.”
The eyes of the three people turn to Unam and Baekcheon. The two people who will lead the new era of Hwasan. To him.
“Jang Mun-in… I…”
Unam opened his mouth to Hyeonjong without realizing it. Although he knew that this was not the place to be, he simply could not keep his mouth shut. However, rather than reprimanding him,
Hyeonjong shunned him. I accepted his words in a warm voice.
“Why? “Aren’t you confident?”
“…It’s not something to question. “I already told you what I meant…”
“Okay. You certainly did that.”
Hyeonjong looked at Unam with compassionate eyes.
“But Unam. “My heart is not like that.”
“Jang Moon-in. I am too poor a person to be a scholar of volcanoes.”
“Really?”
Hyeonjong turned his head and looked at Baekcheon next to him.
“What do you think, Baekcheon? Do you think that Unam is not good enough for Hwasan’s long writing?”
“Is that possible? Jang Mun-in.”
The answer came back without a moment’s hesitation.
“Sasuk is a person who is more suited to Hwasan’s long writing than anyone else. You can’t even compare to someone like me. If Sa-suk had not refused in the end and if the situation had not been urgent, I would have naturally asked Sa-suk to be Jang Mun-in.” “That’s right.” ”
Jang
Mun-in…”
Hyeonjong smiled as he looked at Unam, who didn’t know what to do.
“Unam-ah . .”
When Unam raised his head with a questioning expression, Hyeonjong opened his mouth. There was no trace of sincerity in his face or voice. “The
moment when I am not lacking will never come.” ”
…”
“Important. It is not a question of whether something is lacking or not, but whether one is prepared to take responsibility for the lack. Didn’t Baekcheon show it to you?”
“…Jang Mun-in.”
“I did the same. I felt like I was infinitely lacking and inadequate. I was really scared and afraid of becoming a scholar.”
Unam bit his lip. He could clearly hear his teacher’s words in his ears.
“But I know. You deserve it.”
“…”
“You said it. Now is not that kind of time. Now is the time for someone who steps forward, not someone who protects, to take on the position of guard.”
“…Yes.”
“Maybe that’s right. Maybe that would be a more reasonable choice. But Unam. My heart doesn’t say that.”
Rationality means discarding what should be discarded and choosing what to choose.
But sometimes, countless values are buried in that rationality. King Hyeonjong did not want that. How do those buried in rationality view the world? This is because he knows better than anyone else.
“If following the heart is good and looking honestly at the heart is the way, then I am currently carrying out the good faith better than anyone else and following the moral law more than anyone else. Even if it’s a bit of a bad choice for a scholar like Hwasan…”
Hyeonjong glanced at Cheongmyeong and lightly shrugged.
“What do you think? I have lived my whole life as a volcanic scholar, holding myself down. So, don’t I have the authority to make the final choice according to my desires? Even my predecessor will not be able to criticize me.”
“Now, Jang Mun-in!”
“In correct terms, I have a lot to say to my predecessor, but do they have much to say to me?”
Hyeonjong laughed humorously.
Unam saw a strangeness and familiarity in his appearance. At the same time, he felt it. This is the side of Hyeonjong that he could not see… and maybe it is the side of Hyeonjong that he could have seen.
“So, please do that. I think I will feel at ease if you ascend to the position of Jangmunin.”
Unam bowed his head without saying a word. There was a long silence.
King Hyeonjong did not accept him and just waited.
Hwasan’s disciples also waited for quite a long time. I waited for Unam’s answer without a single hesitation.
After a long time, Unam slowly raised his head.
“Disciple, I dare to ask Jangmunin.”
“Go ahead.”
“Does your disciple have the ability to take on the position of Jangmunin of Hwasan?”
“That is so.”
“Then is it really right for a disciple to become the chief minister of Hwasan?” “
It is absolutely right.”
“Then is it for the sake of Hwasan for a disciple to become the chief minister of Hwasan?”
Hyeonjong smiled. He answered,
“That is not for me to answer.”
Hyeonjong turned his gaze and looked at his disciples.
“I ask!”
Hwasan’s disciples lowered their posture slightly. They had already prepared the answer before the question was even asked. As if he was going to give that sincere answer in the loudest voice in the world.
“Was it for the sake of Hwasan that your disciple Unam ascend to the position of Jangmun of Hwasan?”
“That’s right, Jangmun!”
As soon as the question was over, it pierced the sky. The same loud voice burst out.
Unam’s shoulders naturally trembled.
“So, I ask you this.”
King Hyeonjong’s eyes fell on Unam again.
“Disciple Unam is a master of the Great Mountain Sect who protects the spirit of Hwasan and protects its life. Will you lead the disciples?”
Unam bowed his head. A watery voice leaked from his mouth as he lowered his head as if it was about to touch the ground.
“Disciple… Disciple Unam…”
And finally, his head was raised.
“I dare… I dare to take on that heavy responsibility.”
Hyeonjong nodded and immediately unfastened the Jashin sword from his waist.
“In that case, I, Hyeonjong, as a master of the Daehwasan School, have appointed Hwasan’s greatest disciple, Unam, as the leader of the new Hwasan. I write this in a long letter and proclaim this to the whole world.”
King Hyeonjong, who had pulled out the Jashin sword and raised it above his head, struck it again and handed it to Unam with both hands. Unam raised his trembling hands and accepted the sword with infinite reverence.
“student! I will sacrifice my life to carry out the position of Hwasan Jangmun!”
At the same time, a huge cheer erupted.
The Hwasan disciples, who had hoped that Baekcheon would ascend to the position of Jangmun, but could not let go of the sadness they felt for Unja Bae, were finally able to rejoice to their heart’s content. In the midst of all the noise ,
Cheongmyeong chuckled.
“…That’s bullshit.”
There is no law or formality. The
Jangmun succession ceremony he knows is not like this. Here, there is no ritual held to the gods of heaven and earth, and to the previous Jangmun. There are no wishes. There are not even proper procedures or strict oaths.
But… he didn’t feel like pointing it out.
Even though there were so many things that were lacking, he liked the long succession ceremony he was watching now more than anything he had seen before. Because,
‘Isn’t that right?’
When I looked up at the sky, I felt like I could see Cheongmun smiling brightly.
