Episode 1242. That’s all? (2)
Geumyangbaek, who was standing under the eaves of the pavilion, walked out with restraint and gave a deep hug to Baekcheon, who was in the lead.
“I would like to formally greet you once again. “This is Geumyangbaek, the long coat of arms of Haenam.”
Seeing that scene, Hwasan’s disciples had to feel a strange emotion.
Jangmun-in of Haenam. Nowadays, the name doesn’t particularly resonate with me. They have already experienced too many big things to be pressured by the name of Haenam’s long-time writer.
What would be so special about Haenam’s Jangmun when you are in a situation where you are raising your voice and arguing with the Jangmun of Shaolin?
But that’s because the volcano’s position has changed now.
Just a few years ago, Haenam’s Jang Mun-in was someone who had complicated emotions for Hwasan’s disciples.
An object of resentment for taking away the place where Hwasan should have been, and at the same time an object of envy for leading the ascending sect.
Now, that person has come out of the eaves on his own feet and is facing Baekcheon, with his whole body being hit by the falling rain.
“This is Baekcheon, Deputy Jangmun of Hwasan. Last night, I was able to rest my tired body comfortably thanks to Jang Mun-in’s care. “Thank you again for showing kindness and not turning away a guest who suddenly arrived without any communication.”
Baekcheon politely waved his hand and received Geumyangbaek’s bow.
Yunjong’s heart suddenly trembled at the sight.
Know.
The courtesy that Geumyangbaek is showing right now is not shown to Baekcheon, but to Baekcheon’s position as ‘Jangmun Assistant Manager’. No, it may be an example to Cheon Woo-maeng’s position as a ‘special envoy’.
But what does that matter?
A few years ago, Geumyangbaek did not even pay attention to the sect called Hwasan. Even the young disciples could not hide his anger, but Geumyangbaek did not look down on or despise Hwasan and just looked at it. That means that Hwasan was a sect that did not even pose a threat to Haenam.
But now, Geumyangbaek welcomes Baekcheon, facing the wind and rain on his own feet. By showing a proper example to someone who has already seen it once. This alone made me realize how much the volcano’s status had changed from the past.
“I’ll take you inside.”
“It’s an honor, Jang Moon-in.”
Geumyangbaek guided them to the wide open Daejeon. Those waiting in front cautiously approached and held out the cotton cloth they were holding to Cheon Woo-maeng and his group.
“What is this…”
“Shh.”
Jo Geol was embarrassed and tried to say something, but Yoon Jong tapped him on the side and gave him a chin. What he pointed to was Namgungdowi. Namgung Do-wi naturally took the cotton cloth and was wiping away the moisture from his body.
Jo Geol also followed him and wiped away the rainwater.
“It’s nice to have a Confucius from a prestigious family.”
“So, wouldn’t you have been confused and wondered what if we had come by ourselves?”
“As expected, Lord Soga.”
Dangpae’s face was distorted.
“I am also the head of a prestigious family, Soga.”
“Ah. I did. But… why don’t I feel that way? That’s strange. Is it because I’m so familiar?”
“The face.”
At that moment, all three people looked at the person who spoke the last words at the same time.
“Why? Did I say something wrong?”
“⋯⋯.”
Tang Soso tilted his head as if wondering why he was looking at me like that. Everyone turned their heads again in silence.
“Let’s go in.”
“yes.”
Dangpae’s shoulders slumped, and Yunjong showed him consideration by simply turning his head.
“Please sit down.”
“Then don’t be shameful.”
Geumyangbaek gestured, and Baekcheon sat down on the cushion prepared in advance. Only then did Geumyangbaek and other Haenam elders sit in a row in the front. As soon as everyone’s
buttocks touched the floor, Haenam’s disciples were holding a table filled with tea and simple snacks. Wow, he put them down one by one in front of Hwasan’s disciples.
Sweat started to form slightly on Yunjong’s forehead.
‘I don’t think it’s because it’s hot.’
Soon, he realized the reason.
In fact, although he had developed pride in being a disciple of Hwasan, he had never been treated so formally by another sect. It was
not they who were treated in Hwasan’s name, but the Jangmun and the elders. But the moment the treat that was supposed to be given to the Jang Mun-in came this way, the real feeling that he came here on behalf of Hwasan and Cheon-woo began to sink in. Although it felt like he was slightly suffocated, Yunjong spread his shoulders even more. Hwasan and Cheon-woo
. If you are representing Maeng, you should at least not give the impression that you are oppressed by this atmosphere.
“I am sorry that I was not able to treat the guest properly when he came from far away and over a difficult road. However, the situation in Haenam is so urgent right now. “Please understand that this is inevitable.”
“I am so grateful for the hospitality I did not expect, but now that you have said such a thing, I am at a loss. Who in the world has ever been treated like this in Haenam? Regardless of my position, as an individual, it is something I will be proud of for the rest of my life.”
Words of praise were exchanged for a moment. Hwasan’s disciples, who would normally have giggled at Baekcheon’s skillful tongue, seemed to be oppressed by this atmosphere at the moment, so they kept their mouths shut and paid close attention to the conversation between the two
. So…”
At that time, Geumyangbaek slightly cleared his throat and turned his head.
“It may be an impolite question, but let me check it again. You said that you visited here as a representative of Hwasan’s Jang Mun-in and as a special envoy of Cheon Yu-maeng. Is that correct?”
“That’s right.”
“It is not the virtue of a gentleman to be suspicious of people’s words, but since this place is far from the central plains, news does not come quickly.”
Baekcheon grinned and released the Jahasin sword from his waist. Geumyangbaek watched his actions in silence.
Grr.
Baekcheon, who raised the sword horizontally, slowly pulled out the Jahasin sword. The white body of the sword appeared. At that moment, a short exclamation escaped from everyone’s mouths. This was because it was not an ordinary treasured sword even at first glance. “It is the
Jahasin Sword, a sacred object from Hwasan. The Jangmun of Hwasan sent me a sacred object to convey his will.”
Baekcheon immediately said in a slightly troubled tone,
“But what proves that this sword is a sacred object of volcanoes…”
“No, Deputy Jangmun. That was a sufficient answer.”
At this moment, Geumyangbaek erased every last bit of doubt that remained in his heart. He
never once doubted that Baekcheon had come as Hwasan’s deputy. Baekcheon was also a Hwasan five swordsman who had made a name for himself throughout the world. Advisory. It is unimaginable to make up or lie about something related to the long story.
Even if Baekcheon harbored such malicious intent, there is no way Hwasan’s disciples or small masters from other schools would just watch the situation. However,
what he wanted to confirm was how much authority was attached to the position of ‘Jangmun-in’. A
new object is something that exists to exercise authority in the absence of Jangmun-in. Sometimes, it has more authority than Jangmun-in himself. This is a sacred item.
If that Jahasin sword is a sacred item of Hwasan, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Baekcheon held all the authority of Hwasan in his hands.
Geumyangbaek swallowed dryly without even realizing it. Then, he sighed and quickly relaxed his expression. ‘I was
nervous.’
He hadn’t heard anything from them yet. Still, he was so nervous that he couldn’t control his expression just because he was facing Hwasan’s Deputy Jangmun. Although
Baekcheon was that Hwasan’s Deputy Jangmun, wasn’t he a young man who hadn’t even lived half his life? There is no way Geumyangbaek, a long-time scholar from Haenam, would be nervous when dealing with someone named Baekcheon.
However, the reason he cannot completely relax his nervousness is because of that white long robe and the plum blossom pattern engraved on his chest.
Those two things that symbolize the clan create tension. It must have meant that the volcanic wave has now become a huge place even in their eyes.
Geumyangbaek slowly took a breath and opened his mouth with a faint smile.
“Dear Jangmun. How on earth did you come all the way here?”
In order to relieve an atmosphere that is tense due to tension, you have to start with a small story. Geumyangbaek continued, preparing to be ridiculed no matter what Baekcheon’s answer was. “If you were to arrive at this time, you would have left long ago, so how could you have contacted me in advance
? “If you don’t give it to us, then we would have gone to the sea to meet you, so it’s a little embarrassing that we feel like we’ve become people who don’t know manners. Haha.”
However, Baekcheon’s subsequent answer completely shattered Geumyangbaek’s intentions:
“I came through Gangnam.”
“⋯⋯Yes?”
“We passed through Gangnam in a straight line via land route.”
Geumyangbaek, who was speechless for a moment, looked blankly at Baekcheon.
Gangnam? Did you say Gangnam?
“⋯⋯ Assistant Manager Jang Moon. The Gangnam you are talking about⋯⋯.”
“I started from Hubei and passed through Guangdong.”
Geumyangbaek’s eyes grew bigger and bigger.
“And Guangdong?”
“yes.”
Baekcheon smiled and answered calmly. Geumyangbaek momentarily forgot his dignity as a scholar and asked blankly,
“You mean you came across the Yangtze River? And… through Guangdong, the home of the Ma Manjin Gang?”
“yes.”
“Oh no, why would you do such a dangerous thing… What were you thinking?”
Not only Geumyangbaek, but even the elders forgot their positions for a moment and started whispering among themselves. Some were puzzled and others were disbelieving. But
Baekcheon just calmly answered the truth.
“That’s the quickest way .” Because it was.”
Geumyangbaek was at a loss for words.
This young man was just smiling softly despite his reaction, whether he was being bold or shameless.
‘No…’
Actually, Geumyangbaek had something else he wanted to say:
‘Are you in your right mind?’
However, this is not a place where he can freely say what he wants to say. Therefore, he refined and purified his words as much as possible. “
Then what will you do if something happens to you…?”
“Of course it could have been so. But as you can see, it didn’t arrive well, did it?”
But Baekcheon didn’t bother to say it back:
“And…”
Baekcheon looked straight at Geumyangbaek and the elders behind them and opened his mouth,
“We weren’t the only ones in danger, right? Haenam was in a truly dangerous situation.”
Everyone looked at Baekcheon like that. It seemed as if they were going to be sucked in at any moment.
“If you’re too busy taking care of your own safety on the way to help someone in danger, how can that be considered proper help?”
Baekcheon calmly but firmly says,
“That is neither Hwasan’s way nor Cheon Yu-meng’s way.”
Power naturally entered everyone’s body.
At that moment, Geumyangbaek had an intuition. At this moment, the leadership of the conversation he had been trying to achieve had completely passed to Baekcheon.
That young man did not rely on Hwasan’s power and authority, but simply acted on his own. Just by saying what he meant, he completely overwhelmed the place.
“So, Jang Mun-in. From now on, please listen to what I say without prejudice.”
Usually, such words are followed by a pause, so Geumyangbaek also guessed this and tried to nod quickly.
However,
“For the future of the Haenam faction and the safety of the world, we, Cheon Woo-maeng, have withdrawn from the old faction and the Haenam faction.” “I recommend you join the Cheonwoo Alliance.”
“Cough!”
Geumyangbaek, who was momentarily embarrassed, hurriedly covered his mouth.
In fact, it was a direct statement that hit the solar plexus with all its might without even a single pretense of turning away.
