Episode 305 The leader’s determination to be superior.
We boarded the last boat and departed Baeksa Island. Because the boatmen were in charge of sailors who had fled into the island first, their speed in cutting through the current was extraordinary.
We filled our bellies with snacks and watched the moonlight spread across the lake. It felt completely different from the lake I visited when I went to kill the First Apostle.
Lim Sobaek looked at me.
“Does Moonju have any rivals among the strong men from before his thirties?”
What is your intention in asking?
If I say no, it seems like I’m going to arrange a fight. If I told you there was one, people would ask who it was, but the truth is, I have no intention of losing to a master before the age of 30.
“Probably not.”
“Are you sure?”
“I’m not sure because I haven’t competed with them all, but there is nothing. Is there any? “If it is there, it will soon disappear.”
Lim Sobaek burst out laughing.
In fact, it is not a world where the strongest are ranked by age. It is clear that one’s inner skills become deeper with the passage of time, but there are people like me who have their own origins and stories.
And I also heard how Open Ark, a member of the Samjae, became stronger. There are cases where masters of openness infused inner energy to heal the internal injuries of a young divine being, and through coincidence and the addition of Ark’s understanding, they ended up with rare inner energy.
The color demon said.
“Isn’t there some at Sega?”
Lim Sobaek tilted his head.
“There are several people in the family, and King Kwon’s disciples are also around Munju’s age. I heard that he is an expert who deserves the title of King of Kwon right away, but no one has confirmed it yet. Mong Lang, would you like to check?”
This time, he gave an expression that said it was not the same.
“No matter how much he is a disciple of the King of Powers, would that young guy be my opponent?”
“That’s a lot of confidence. “He’s a few years older than you.”
“Anyway, it’s close to impossible to defeat me with a sword or fist.”
“I thought you were a good drinker, but I guess you weren’t.”
“yes.”
In fact, introducing an unusual woman is something special, but there is no man better than the Murim Lord who can properly arrange a match between juniors. Although he understood the leader’s intention, he did not offer any special opinions. The Saekma continued to act proudly, and the Maengju was implicitly accepting it all.
It occurred to me that the leader was indeed a leader.
I nod my head and accept the words of such a childish bastard.
Lim So-baek said.
“Now that I think about it, the disciples and children of the emperors are around your age. Although they are not widely known because of the reputation of their masters and fathers, they will soon be active in the center of Baekdo. Even so, it will be difficult to deal with Mongrang or Munju.”
The demon nodded.
“you’re right.”
“I heard that they are acting as if they are the kings of small countries by confining themselves to their respective spheres of influence. “I ’m going to have to fix my hair at some point…”
I said, roughly guessing the leader’s intentions.
“Don’t worry, even if we meet, we will avoid a fight that kills you.”
Lim Sobaek laughed.
“What are you worried about? How old are you to be like that? I’m not worried. In the past, I too have been involved with people who were called kings once or twice. “It was necessary.”
“What is it like?”
“Before Daeju, I mostly lost. When I went back a few years later or when they visited and competed with each other, I was able to properly avenge them. “Those years were the time when martial arts was growing the fastest.”
We nodded.
“There are people with eccentric personalities, and there are people who pretend to be bold and devote themselves to training. There are some stubborn people who think that someone with strong martial arts skills should always become the leader, so the kings I defeated in my younger days are constantly asking me to help them. Since it was one win, one loss, there are some who want to settle the matter.”
Now that I think about it, I heard from the Sword Demon that the leader often lost when he was young, and later he went to visit and defeated them all again. Looking at the flow of the story, it seemed like he thought that victory and defeat were the foundation for the growth of both sides.
When I see my skills growing while fighting, I think it makes sense to compete. I also wondered if there would actually be a young expert who could handle me. So wouldn’t it be right for us to compete with kings rather than young guys?
Or not.
I’m not sure either.
Lim So-baek said while looking at the rolling waves.
“One of Baekdo’s small problems is that he cannot suppress his desire to prove his skills to others. Actually, even I did that. But looking back, that is also the advantage of white peach. What fun would there be in a powerhouse without competition? “I have no intention of retiring yet, so I want to put pressure on the kings who always bother me, but I’m busy because I only have one body.”
At this time, Lin Xiaobaek glanced at the sword demon.
“Fortunately, you are a man who does not dwell on defeat, so how about competing against the kings later? “It is my personal opinion that those who hold a sword should not practice facing a wall.”
The Sword Demon nodded.
“Not bad for emperors. “But my martial arts skills are not suitable for non-fighting.”
Surprisingly, Lim Sobaek spoke as if scolding the Sword Demon.
“Don’t make excuses. It’s not just you who are at a disadvantage. The same goes for Baekdo masters. There are a lot of people watching, so you can’t use every move like in a real fight or killing an enemy. Even so, the dance has its meaning.”
“Is there anything?”
Lim So-baek said.
“If you win, that’s a good thing. There is no better experience than losing. Oftentimes, masters of Sima Yaedo tend to look down on Bimu, but there is no need to do so. Don’t be afraid of defeat. It’s natural to be defeated by kings. But I would like to encourage you to experience that defeat. “Same goes for you.”
The Sword Demon sneered.
“Is there any reason to be afraid?”
I was startled and looked at Lim So-baek. It seemed as if the owner of the gambling house had increased the stakes.
Saekma asked Lim So-baek.
“Lord, when is the renewal period?”
“It’s already passed.”
“yes.”
I asked the slut.
“What is it?”
Instead of Saekma, Lim So-baek explained.
“The leader has no term of office.”
“Is that so?”
“Just because there is no term doesn’t mean there are no challengers. There are bound to be people who try to bring you down with their skills. However, if I accept everyone who challenges me, I won’t be able to do my job. That’s why Sega’s experts have come to use the word ‘re-confidence period’ in an indirect manner. It seems like a few people take on the challenge once every three or four years. It’s an unofficial event to check if I’m still the right man to be the leader. “At most, it takes place once every three or four years, but it has already been over five years.”
I nodded.
“aha.”
Since there was no sudden change in the ruler even in his past life, Lim So-baek seems to have stepped on the emperors who challenged him.
In the first place, Lim So-baek is a master at the top of the Sword Demon and the world recognizes him as a man who is the antithesis of the sect leader, so his skills are evaluated just below Samjae. It is a structure in which people who have been given the title of emperor or king are waiting in line. In fact, a long time ago, nicknames that people could not dare to use were king, but now there are quite a few of them.
The color demon said.
“There are a lot of kings in the river. “It has become a nickname that even third-rate people use.”
Lim So-baek said.
“Do you know when the number of people calling themselves emperors began to increase in Gangho?”
“I do not know.”
Lim Sobaek explained.
“It started after Sima Clan’s actual kings died one after another.”
When it comes to the actual kings of the Sima clan, surprisingly, they are descendants of Sima Yi (司馬懿), who fight among themselves and kill each other.
“Starting with the Rebellion of the Eight Kings, King Yeonam, King of Cho, King of Cho, King of Huainan, King of Jin, King of Donghae, Emperor of Huai, Emperor of Min…. These kings, all of whom are difficult to remember, fought a civil war that devastated the people’s lives and died miserably one after another. Thanks to that, the value of the word ‘king’ has fallen to the ground.”
“hmm.”
Somehow, I felt like I was hearing the secret story of the birth of the Murim Alliance.
“Not only did they lose their dignity, but they also became recognized as people who were crazy about their lust for power. From then on. In protest, the powerful people began adding the title “Jewang” to their nicknames. Sword King, Dao King, Doge, Geomje… In a way, they are similar men to the Jongsil Emperor Kings who tried to stand at the top of the world but fell. “These are people who want to become the best in the world.”
The color demon asked.
“How did Lord Lord not have a nickname like that? I understand that you are not using any asterisks at all. “The previous leader was also a sword god, wasn’t he?”
The sword demon and demon demon were silent, but their heads turned here and there every time they talked.
Lim Sobaek nodded and said.
“I don’t need that nickname. My job is to make people feel like the weight and value of the word leader is heavier and stronger than the kings. The meaning and atmosphere of the title may vary depending on the era, but in my opinion, the title should have a meaning that can encompass Kang Ho-in. “There are no exceptions to those who call themselves sword kings and sword kings.”
In a way, I thought that this fighting spirit and pride were the basis of Lim So-baek’s ability to endure all kinds of difficulties. Lim So-baek was a man who worked hard to add weight to the word leader itself.
The Sword Demon seemed to like Lim Sobaek’s words and nodded while muttering.
“What a wonderful mindset.”
Anyway, it seems like the only thing that thinks the eldest brother is cool is a person’s mindset.
Lim So-baek said.
“Anyway, I have to find a successor soon, but it’s not easy. There are often young men who stand out early on, but one seems to be too extreme in his temper and one seems to be too open to women. This is a situation that must be sought among the successors of kings. Anyway, the time will come for me to retire.”
As I was nodding my head and listening, I suddenly realized that I was the one with an extreme temperament.
I made eye contact with the demon and turned my head away without swearing.
The demon asked as if he was curious.
“Are the kings still challenging the lord even recently?”
Lim Sobaek nodded and looked around at us.
“I’ve already been rejected a lot.”
About the time the ship arrived on land, Lim So-baek made a suggestion to us.
“…If you are going to visit the Murim Alliance as a group, I will try to hold an unnecessary event, such as the reappointment that I have been putting off.”
Is the story organized like this?
Because of Lim Sobaek’s explanation, I quickly understood why he meant it this way. So, if Lim So-baek accepts each of the kings’ challenges, it will become a truly useless war of attrition.
Lim So-baek said the conclusion.
“Watching the dance is also meaningful. It would also be meaningful for the four to compete against the emperor or compare their skills with their students. That way, I too will have fun watching.”
Lim Sobaek provoked the Sword Demon.
“I wonder if your skills will be of use to the king.”
Other than that, it stimulated the ears.
“You need to grow up too. “Look a lot and think a lot.”
Finally, he looked at the slut and me.
“Are you itching?”
Saekma gave a simple answer to this simple question.
“yes.”
When I didn’t answer, the leader looked at me.
“What about Munju?”
“I will just watch.”
“why?”
“I have no intention of losing to those in the late index, but I have no confidence in the kings.”
“Have you always been this humble?”
“So, I am confident in killing him, but I am not confident in defeating him with a weapon.”
Lim Sobaek nodded.
“Have you always been this cocky?”
“yes.”
“They won’t die easily.”
“That’s right.”
When the ship arrived at the dock, the Murim members were waiting and once again showed respect to the leader.
“Welcome, Lord.”
Lim Sobaek nodded from the bow and gave orders to the waiting members.
“The special task force did a good job. “Make sure to hand over to the branch dispatchers.”
“Yes, Lord Maeng.”
“The first apostle is definitely dead, so focus on the stability of the people living in the property recovery club.”
“I follow your orders.”
Lim Sobaek jumped out of the boat and landed lightly on the dock. We both soared into the air at the same time and came down leisurely, as if we were competing in the air. Dan Hyeok-san approached the leader and asked.
“Lord, are you coming back right away?”
Lim Sobaek nodded.
“It would be more uncomfortable if I were there. I’ll come back right away. and.”
Lim So-baek spoke to us who were standing awkwardly.
“I’m planning on returning with those four, so I don’t need a separate escort.”
“All right.”
“I need to take him in and interrogate him.”
“yes? “Did you have an accident?”
Lim Sobaek said in a calm tone.
“That’s not true, we need to start a fight.”
Danhyuksan nodded with an expression that showed he fully understood these unexpected words.
“Oh, I understand.”
I made eye contact with the Four Major Villains and then looked at Lim Xiaobaek.
Lin Xiaobai looked at us and gave an order very naturally.
“I’m going back to Meng, so you four can escort me. I can’t return to the title of leader alone. “You might encounter enemies on the way.”
“….”
What should I say in times like this? I am not the leader’s subordinate. Of course, the same goes for the other Four Major Villains. I had no choice but to look at my eldest brother to ask him what he wanted.
Sword Demon said.
“let’s go.”
The demon nodded.
“Let’s do that.”
Saekma said to Lim So-baek.
“Lord, please call that King of Powers disciple. “While I’m visiting, I’ll sort out the rankings.”
Lim So-baek answered.
“If you say you will be re-confirmed, all kinds of scoundrels will come running to you, so you don’t have to worry.”
Although the leader said various things, he was being invited as a guest anyway, so there was no good reason to refuse. When I realized the situation again, the leader was in the process of inviting the exploits of his past life to the Murim Alliance.
This thought occurred to me.
I, too, am a Kang Ho-in by name and the head of a Japanese family, but I think I should go there at least once as a person other than a criminal. I spoke to the people who had been waiting patiently for my answer.
“let’s go. To the Murim Alliance. I have to take the leader safely.”
It may be a temporary job, but anyway, for a while, I became the leader’s bodyguard.
