Episode 200. Senseon’s
subordinate said.
“Come in. “Elder Gyun is already waiting because he has something to ask.”
“Do you want to ask me something?”
“okay.”
“What is that?”
“I don’t know either. By the way, are you going to keep standing there?”
“Oh no.”
Han Ibi quickly stepped into the cave.
Grumble.
The stone door closed tightly with an unpleasant sound.
Originally, it was supposed to be pitch black…
but many night lights were brightly illuminating the interior.
‘Sniff sniff.’
Han Ibi unconsciously frowned as she smelled the scent.
The so-called sewers of hell.
A rotting smell, similar to the smell I smelled in the five-view room, was everywhere.
‘Ah… It’s such a horrible scent that it makes me vomit.’
Han Ibi was surprised by the size of the passageway, which was much wider than it looked from the outside.
‘From the very beginning, it was designed to allow more than a cart to pass through, so it was really thought out.’
Meanwhile, he was reviewing in his head the information he had obtained from Lim Gyu-kwang.
‘Gyeoncheonmo (甄泉芼). Although he was born with a disease and was weak, he was said to be one of the best technicians of the Qilianmun… In recognition of his greatness, he was promoted to the rank of elder of the Qilianmun at a young age.’
It was Giryeonmun who joined hands with the Eongeuk soldier who was abandoned in Jinju because of his Gangshi manufacturing skills… but he
was promised the transfer of his Gangshi manufacturing skills on the condition of helping him.
Gyeoncheonmo was put in there.
The Ungeuk soldier tried his best to avoid leaking the core technology…
but Gyeon Cheon-mo had already learned a lot from him with his outstanding insight and intelligence.
Of course, due to lack of experience, more ‘raw materials’ were needed.
Then the subordinate said.
“He is over there.”
Han Ibi looked in that direction.
The first thing that caught my eye was the empty carts with their curtains lifted.
Gyeon Cheon-mo was looking at the agents of the Murim Alliance and the Imperial Household, who looked like dead corpses, with their arms crossed.
Young masters of the Kunlun faction, including Xuanwujae and Ami faction’s Chuajin Dam Hwa-yeon Ban Bang-geun Go Hyo-gyeong, and special rank soldiers of the imperial palace… According to Lim Gyu-gwang, young corpses are preferred in the art of making jiangshi
. Therefore, the Murim League ultimately had no choice but to select young people like this.
Although they were dressed in commoner’s clothes to avoid attracting attention…
they were all stored neatly in a storage box that resembled a coffin.
All of these people fell into a state of ‘temporary poisoning’ after drinking the root of a poisonous herb called Hyeolbuja (血附子), which has similar effects to the Great Law of Earing Eating (龜息大法).
This was on a different level from the cheap single pills used in Yohaemun.
This is because the moment you burn and smell the flower petals, which have an stimulating effect in contrast to the root, your metabolism can be immediately restored without any side effects.
Seeing her colleagues sleeping soundly, unaware of how dire the situation was, Han Ibi felt a sense of guilt.
‘I need to wake them up quickly when the time is right.’
It is true that I am quite nervous.
If they acted incorrectly, some of the main forces of the Murim Alliance could have been lost in vain.
Thinking of the members who believed in him and participated in this reckless plan solely for the safety of Joongwon and Moorim, he suddenly felt a pang of sorrow.
Gyeoncheon’s mother sensed that he was popular and looked towards Han Ibi.
“uh. “You’re here.”
“yes. came. But for some reason…”
Gyeoncheonmo then said with a strange look on his face.
“How can this happen? Since I received the item, I have to pay for it. Isn’t this what we have always done? “We also need to discuss the terms of the next transaction.”
“Ah… right. you’re right. “I’m feeling a bit out of my mind these days.”
At that time, Gyeoncheonmo pointed to the table next to him and said.
“Let’s sit down and have a drink.”
‘huh? Were they this close? In that case, you should be careful what you say so that your identity is not revealed.’
“yes.”
Han Ibi answered and walked towards the table.
But….
‘This is crazy. That looks like the table where I usually work with the body…’
That’s right.
Of course, the ‘work’ does not refer to the ordinary work that everyone thinks of.
The wooden table had been soaked with blood so many times that its original color appeared to be dark red.
There, as if nothing had happened, the white jade-like wine glasses were placed in a pure manner, creating a strange contrast.
Han Ibi thought.
‘I can’t believe you’re drinking in a place like this, leaving corpses in the sky. Perverted bastard. If he were born in modern times, he would definitely grow up to be a psychopath.’
Gyeoncheonmo said.
“What are you going to do instead of sitting down?”
Han Ibi reacted quickly and answered.
“yes. yes. “I have to go.”
He moved over and sat down carefully in the chair.
A long-old bloody smell sharply penetrated the tip of Han Ibi’s nose.
Han Ibi frowns without realizing it.
Gyeon Cheon-mo, who saw this, smiled coldly and said.
“You guys also ate a lot of shit, right? Hehehe. Originally, the corpses were sold for cooking or medicine. What are you doing with this much? huh?”
Han Ibi said with a hurried frown.
“Oh no. “It’s just… I feel like I’ve had a lot of fun with breakfast.”
Gyeoncheon’s mother made an uncharacteristically pitiful expression and spoke as she poured alcohol into Hanibi’s glass.
“Then why don’t we hurry and have a warm drink? Myeongju (名酒) is a very effective medicine for controlling the stomach. Didn’t you say last time that you really like alcohol? So I prepared it specially.”
‘what? A guy named Lim Gyu-gwang likes alcohol, which doesn’t match his plain appearance?’
Han Ibi had the feeling that Gyeon Cheon’s mother was testing something.
“ah. Of course it is. Great person.”
However, as I was trying to sort out my complicated thoughts, I became lost in thought for a while.
Gyeoncheonmo saw that and said with a grin.
“why? “Are you afraid I might have been poisoned?”
‘It’s poison… it’s poison…’
Until then, there was nothing to worry about… but
after hearing this, Han Ibi started to feel anxious.
‘Shit. This guy is so insidious, he may have truly been poisoned.’
But it is something that should never be revealed.
Han Ibi said while waving her hands with excessive gestures.
“oh my. Is it possible for this to happen without the petty person going crazy? “As I said before, I just felt a little uncomfortable.”
At the same time, Han Ibi picked up a white jade-colored drinking glass and gulped down the yellow-green liquid.
In no way should you be suspected.
Gyeoncheonmo smiled and said as if he was satisfied.
“How is it? “Do you recognize the taste of this drink?”
It was then.
Tiriring.
[This is a check from the Herbal Encyclopedia DB.]
Name: Johocha (朝湖茶)
Characteristics: A type of green tea. Due to its difficult habitat conditions, it is distributed only in some areas of Zhejiang Province in the central region. When you drink it, it has a very strong aroma, a subtle sweetness, and a fresh and soft feel. It is mainly consumed as tea, but in some regions, it is also consumed by soaking it with rice, which is called Joho Hwangju (朝湖黃酒).
Medicinal effect: Although it is not very effective, it helps with metabolism throughout the body and is especially effective in relieving body energy and preventing constipation… Han Ibi was secretly delighted
.
‘Since this raw material, tea leaves, has medicinal properties, alcohol is also classified as a medicinal herb and information is available. Now I can take that bastard’s test.’
Han Ibi immediately stood up from her seat and spoke while hugging her.
“This lady was impressed by the great man’s good looks.”
“huh? “What do you mean?”
“iced coffee! “This is a liquor made from Chaho tea leaves from Zhejiang Province!”
For a moment, Gyeoncheonmo’s eyes sparkled.
Han Ibi judged it as a compliment and added.
“Joho Hwangju has a rich aroma, a not-too-strong sweet taste, and a soft texture… It’s excellent for relieving congestion, so I can say it’s the perfect drink for me right now.”
At that time, Gyeoncheonmo smiled and said.
“Indeed, it can be said to be a persimmon.”
Han Ibi also responded with considerable relief.
“thank you. However, it seems that you are not an easy person to obtain such a precious drink. “I will offer you a drink too.”
Then, without waiting for an answer, he quickly poured himself a drink.
If it contains poison, the author would not be able to drink it without permission.
Gyeoncheonmo, who saw this, smiled again and said.
“good. “Seeing a friend who knows how to drink makes me excited.”
gulp.
Gyeoncheonmo empties his glass in an instant.
Only then did Han Ibi feel relieved and empty the glass given to her by Gyeon Cheon’s mother again.
A faint feeling of intoxication.
Then Han Ibi asked.
“It’s great. But… I heard you have a question….”
Gyeon Cheon-mo said.
“Yes, that’s right. But now I’m craving a greasy, delicious snack.”
“Ah… snacks?”
“Yes, that’s right.”
At that moment, Gyeoncheonmo gestured far away and said.
“Come here.”
A figure coming from outside in the dim night light.
He was a fat man with frightened eyes and a mustache.
It seems that he had probably been waiting there for a long time.
In his hand was something that looked like a tray, but it was covered with a cloth so the contents were unknown.
Gyeoncheonmo said to Han Ibi.
“The best in our discipline is Wang Ga-yuk (王稼育). We brought you something special for today. “Didn’t I say that you are not only knowledgeable about alcohol but also gourmet food?”
At that time, the sergeant named Wang Ga-yuk was looking at the two people with anxious eyes, as if he had difficulty understanding the situation.
Then, in a trembling voice, he asked Gyeon Cheon-mo.
“Can I leave the oar behind?”
Then, Gyeoncheonmo raised his eyebrows as if he was offended and said.
“If I leave it behind, I’m afraid they’ll ask you to hold it the whole time.”
Wang Jiayuk immediately bowed his head and said.
“I’m sorry. “Elder.”
At that time, Gyeoncheonmo suddenly looked at Han Ibi with a gentle expression and said.
“Now, this is a food that we often eat as a delicacy at our Qilian Gate.”
Han Ibi had a bad feeling for some reason, but eventually nodded and said.
“thank you.”
With trembling hands, Wang Ga-yuk placed the tray on the stained table.
But…
Han Ibi felt her heart pounding without realizing it.
‘Why on earth did you cover it with a cloth? I feel bad….’
Just as Wang Ga-yuk was naturally trying to fold the wrapping cloth according to the order…
“Wait a minute!”
It was Gyeoncheonmo.
“You have to give up that kind of fun to your guests! “Isn’t that right?”
He was looking back at Han Ibi and grinning.
Han Ibi felt cold sweat forming on her back.
‘This crazy guy… what on earth is he planning to do?’
But you have to pretend to be as calm as possible.
Ebi Han said.
“of course. A good snack with a good drink… it’s truly the icing on the cake. “Thank you for your sincerity.”
Meanwhile, Han Ibi gently squeezed the corner of the cloth between her thumb and index finger.
He was very careful, as if he was touching something dirty.
Chef Wang Ga-yuk is slowly disappearing.
At that time, Gyeoncheonmo smiled and said.
“Well, my mouth is already watering. “Let’s show our star food quickly!”
‘This bastard… This can’t be…’
Feeling a terrible feeling as if her heart was being squeezed, Han Ebi said,
‘I don’t know!’
I flipped the wrapping cloth aside.
“100 million!”
Han E-bi jumps up without realizing it and takes a step back.
“What is this?”
It’s an expression that fits perfectly on a pale face.
There was neatly cut raw, red meat in it.
Then, Gyeoncheonmo made an extremely dark expression and scared me a lot…
but then he laughed loudly and said.
“Why are you so surprised? “This is chicken sashimi (chicken sashimi), a specialty dish of our Giryeonmun family.”
“Ah…”
Han Ibi, whose legs suddenly lost strength, said as she sat down again.
“I see.”
At that time, Gyeoncheonmo’s expression changed to a serious expression and he spoke.
“We don’t have time now. It takes a lot of time to do the ‘work’. “There is a limit to the amount of work per day.”
“yes? If it’s work…”
“Hmph. “Don’t make me say it twice even though I know everything. I’m asking who it would be most efficient to start with.”
So, the order is to select the best among them as the party involved in the kidnapping.
And that is no different from sentencing that person to death.
Gyeoncheonmo was waiting for an answer, waving a very tough-looking leather strap.
gulp.
Dry needles were passing through Han Ibi’s uvula with difficulty.
(Continued in the next part)
