Episode 1030 Just understand. (5)
“Did you say it was a problem?”
Hyeonjong asked as calmly as possible, pretending not to notice the ominous feeling in his heart at that moment.
“Yes, Lord Maeng.”
“What…”
The court shook its head lazily.
“Before that, I think we need to sort out the situation first.”
“…Yes, Bangjang.”
“As you know, the Demonic Cult is now in full swing in Hangzhou. According to the information we have obtained through the opening, the Demonic Cult is slaughtering not only the black demons currently ruling Hangzhou, but also the civilians in Hangzhou.”
Hyunjong bit his lips tightly.
I had already guessed it to some extent, but hearing it from the mouth of the court was a different feeling.
“Is this information clear?”
“This is news that came from the opening a little while ago. “They also do not fully understand the situation in Hangzhou, but it seems certain that a terrible massacre is taking place there.”
“…What should I do about this…”
Hyeonjong continued to recite the Taoho with a devastated feeling.
Cheongmyeong’s words that people die even during times of hesitation were not wrong.
“What is the size of the enemy?”
“I’m not sure about that. As you know, openness is also part of the old-style one-party system, so most of them withdrew three years ago.”
“I guess so.”
Ordinary beggars are also under the influence of openness, so there will be no problem in receiving information about the situation. However, the degree of openness is bound to be different from checking it directly.
“Lord.”
“Yes, boss. “Please speak.”
“As you know, the defense of the Demonic Cult is something that all powerful people must do. “Didn’t our ancestors join forces to deal with the demonic cults, regardless of political affiliation, whenever they came forward?”
Hyeonjong nodded heavily.
“Especially, the leader of Hwasan, you must know very well how fearsome the Demonic Cult is.”
“…of course.”
The court held up a teacup to quench its thirst for a moment, as if it were thirsty.
“As you know, I have been paying close attention to the promotion of the Demonic Cult. “Because they are beings who do not disappear even if they retreat.”
Hyeonjong also had no choice but to acknowledge these words.
Even when the volcanoes forgot about the existence of the Demon Cult, wasn’t it the court who asked them to go to the North Sea in pursuit of the Demon Cult’s traces?
Nowadays, much of the trust he had in the court back then has dissipated, but at least he cannot deny the fact that he has been wary of the demonic cult.
“Now that they have finally revealed their magic, I plan to do everything in my power to root out the evil cult. “It is a duty that those who live in a powerful world must naturally bear.”
Hyeonjong nodded his head loudly.
I was very concerned the whole way here. Because there were so many times when I had disagreements with the court, I couldn’t easily shake off the anxiety in my heart.
However, at least as far as the Demonic Cult was concerned, it seemed that his will and the court’s will were not that different.
Hyeonjong barely breathed a sigh of relief.
“That’s why I have to thank the Lord.”
At that time, the court bowed deeply towards King Hyeonjong. Courtesy of a private family. It was a gratitude expressed not as a Shaolin leader, but as a human being.
“Why are you doing this? “Bangjang!”
When Hyeonjong was embarrassed, the court looked up and smiled.
“No matter how well I say it, can’t I deny that there is an unprecedented friction between the leader and me?”
“That’s right…”
“The only reason you took that difficult step was for the well-being of this river and the lives of the common people. “As a Buddhist and a strong person, I have no choice but to be grateful for Maengju’s decision.”
“Don’t do this, boss. My face is hot. “Isn’t this very obvious?”
The court continued to nod in disapproval. He closed his eyes and chanted like that for a while, then slowly opened his eyes and looked at Hyeonjong with deeply sunken gaze.
“I am telling you this, Lord.”
“yes.”
“First of all, based on the information I have obtained, I plan to request cooperation from the world’s sects, including the Gupa Ilbang. “The people here alone may not be enough, so it is important to gather strength as soon as possible.”
“Cheon Woo-maeng will also actively cooperate.”
In response to Hyeonjong’s powerful answer, the court spoke in a serious voice.
“But… it’s because of the problem I mentioned a little while ago.”
“yes. “Please tell me.”
“Let me point out once again: this is a matter of competing for urgency. It’s not something to consider and measure. In order to save the civilians and suppress the power of the Demonic Cult, someone must head to Gangnam immediately. The damage will be too great to watch leisurely. “It never occurs to me that this association will do anything for the poor people.”
“Hmm.”
That too was correct.
“But Lord Maeng.”
“Yes, boss.”
“As you know, Shaolin cannot cross the river now.”
“…yes?”
At that moment, Hyeonjong’s complexion suddenly changed.
“The cursed Gangnam Non-aggression Treaty has not yet reached its full effect. So now, Gupailbang is in a position where it cannot cross the river and deal with the Demon Cult.”
“Oh no, head of the room. “What is that…”
Hyeonjong looked at the court with a face unable to hide his bewilderment.
“Now is not the time to be discussing such treaties!”
“Of course, I think so too. But Lord Maeng. “Isn’t that up to us to decide?”
The court sighed deeply.
“I don’t know if Jang Il-so of the Sapae-ryeon is willing to give up something small for the greater good like Lord Maeng, but he will probably try to profit from this treaty in some way. Or, more importantly, would you even be able to communicate with him?”
Now Hyeonjong’s gaze upon the court was bewildered. Hyeonjong said.
“If Jang Il-so had not intended to receive help from Gu Pail-bang, why would he have bothered to convey the news of the Demonic Cult?”
“It is difficult to guess the intention. “Isn’t that Jang Il-so the other person?”
“That’s…”
Hyeonjong bit his lip.
This is a scam.
Shaolin’s situation Hyeonjong also knows the situation he is in. Therefore, it should not be said that ‘since you know the situation of Jang Il-so, try to negotiate.’
But if I didn’t say that…
it was that moment.
“So.”
The court brought out the main issue in a subdued voice.
“I’m sorry, but I think I have to ask the leader a difficult favor.”
Hyeonjong clenched his fists without realizing it.
I felt like I knew what the court was trying to say. I wanted to get out of this place right now.
However, the voices in the court inadvertently penetrated Hyeonjong’s ears without even giving him time to wake up.
“As far as I know, the Cheonwoo Meng is not restricted by the Gangnam Non-aggression Treaty.”
“…the room manager.”
“Please, Lord Maeng.”
The court once again bowed its head to Hyeonjong.
“This is for the lives of the suffering civilians of Gangnam. “It may be difficult, but couldn’t you help Cheonyu-meng cross the river and deal with the Demonic Cult first?”
“….”
Hyeonjong, who tightened his fists so hard that his nails dug into his palms, glared at the court with boiling eyes.
“…Can I ask you one thing?”
“That’s right.”
“…The request the manager made was….”
Hyeonjong’s words seemed to stop as he was trying to suppress his boiling anger.
“…Is it really for the good people of Gangnam? Or is it to drive our Cheonwoo-Maeng to death?”
“Of course it’s the former.”
He spoke clearly as if the court had nothing to think about. Seeing that resolute attitude, Hyeonjong bit his lip until it bled.
“Is that the meaning of the room… or Shaolin?”
“That’s right.”
“Hello!”
Hyeonjong raises his voice.
“Is that really what Shaolin means?”
The court had no answer. Hyeonjong spoke as if chewing.
“I thought it was just a different path. Of course, there were times when I was disappointed and there were times when I got angry, but that’s just because we each have different perspectives on the world! “I thought this was happening because we all have different ways of caring for the world!”
“….”
“I thought that there was no difference in our hearts for all people in the world. Because Shaolin is that kind of place! Because it has to be that kind of place! But is that really the meaning of Shaolin? “Hello?”
The court looked at Hyeonjong with strange eyes. What he said next was enough to throw Hyunjong off guard.
“It is difficult for Binseung to guess why the Lord Maeng is so angry.”
“…What now….”
“That day!”
The court’s stern voice stopped King Hyeonjong from speaking.
“Didn’t the Lord clearly say that to me the day we met each other on the Yangtze River? “Cheonwoo-maeng will do what he believes is right.”
“….”
“It was a bitter word, but at the same time, I was impressed. Because I know how difficult it is to say. But…”
The court continued with a smile.
“Now that I see it, the meaning of what Cheon Woo-maeng talks about is slightly different depending on the situation.”
“court!”
In the end, Hyeonjong, unable to suppress his anger, jumped up from his seat. Then the court spoke coldly.
“15 days.”
“….”
“There is time left until the Yangtze River Non-Aggression Treaty ends. “15 days from now.”
“….”
“The moment the fifteen days pass, the nine factions and the five generations will immediately cross that river to punish the Demonic Cult. So, the leader just has to choose. Should I cross the river first, or…”
The court’s cool gaze swept over Hyeonjong.
“Are you going to wait here for 15 days for the old group to go out?”
Unlike King Hyeonjong, who was extremely angry, the court took his time and picked up the teacup, which was still slightly steaming. The expression on his face as he cleared his throat was surprisingly calm.
“Lord. “I’m curious too.”
“….”
“Is it true that the agreement and translation that Cheon Woo-maeng talks about is carried out even in situations where they have to bear everything, or is it just a shallow trick that comes out only when the circumstances are good?”
“Now that…”
The court reached out and gently pressed Hyeonjong’s teacup. The tea water, which had been cooling down, immediately bubbled up.
“Of course, I sincerely hope that Cheonyu-maeng is a place that truly carries out its agreements. “This is my sincerity without lies.”
Hyeonjong stared at the court in silence. There was no longer any trust in the court in his eyes.
The court continued.
“We will share information coming from the public. “If necessary, we will provide you with everything you need, including supplies.”
The two people’s eyes met in the air.
“So please make a wise decision.”
Hyeonjong’s eyes were filled with hatred and anger unbecoming of a Taoist.
“…I’ll go.”
“yes. Please take a look.”
Hyeonjong immediately turned around to let the cold wind blow. And then he walked with long strides and opened the closed door.
As I stepped outside, I heard the court’s soft voice behind me.
“Please give my regards to the Hwasan Sword Association as well.”
“….”
Hyeonjong slammed the door and left without answering.
A meaningless smile appeared on the lips of the court member who was left alone in the room.
“People really.”
The chants he chanted spread out into the quiet room.
