Ghost Face - Chapter 264



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Chapter 69. They Dream of Revenge (1)

“When spring comes, flowers will be in full bloom all over the place. The view is clear and the breeze is cool. That’s why I decided to go there.”

When asked why Eunwol chose that place for Park Young’s grave, Biho answered like this.

Biho buried Park Young a little bit away from where Ui and Dokyeong were buried on the hill. So he asked and answered, but when Eunwol looked at him, saying that his explanation was insufficient, Biho shrugged and continued talking.

“And if I may add another reason… When I come to see Yeong-i, I would like to offer a drink to Ui and Dok-gyeong as well.”

“Good!”

Eunwol laughed heartily, greatly satisfied. And then she began to talk formally with Biho. It was about the deal they had made. That day was the day after Biho buried Park Wonyoung, and the place was the tavern called ‘Jangryong’ where they had met again.

Eunwol spoke first.

“I think I have fulfilled our deal with you. Despite the many incidents, you have protected your woman until the end, and finally allowed me to greet her with the help of the scarecrow I gave you. What do you think?”

“I have been so grateful for the overwhelming kindness.”

“Yeah, did you get the mask?”

“Let me ask you first. What if I fail to obtain the mask?”

“I intend to ask for something else in return. Why, do you want to hear it?”

“I am curious. What could possibly be as valuable as a mask to me, when I have nothing left? But before that, I suppose it would be right to talk about the commission I was given.”

Eunwol looked at Biho in surprise. He had guessed that Biho had failed in his request, so he was planning to boldly ask for what he wanted.

But you really saved me?

Biho briefly explained the circumstances before telling Jin Ga-yong’s story. And at the end, he told Eun-wol that if she still wanted the mask after hearing this story, she should come to him.

“… … . But, if you pay a reasonable price, I will tell you the details of the mask. What do you think? Are you interested?”

“Reasonable price?”

“That’s an ambiguous question. So I asked him again and he said this. Eunwol is an excellent merchant. Wouldn’t he set a reasonable price?”

“You want me to set the price myself?”

“Yes. If I say it like that, you’ll understand, right?”

“hmm.”

Eunwol felt interested and thought for a moment, then smiled brightly. It seemed that she had guessed Jin Ga-yong’s meaning. Then she spoke to Bi-ho, who was curious.

“He cares about you quite a bit.”

“What is it?”

“I should start with this story. Jin Ga-yong, the Bul-in-geom, underestimated the value of the mask. So he figured that if he told me about the mask, I wouldn’t be so obsessed with finding it. Do you have any idea why he thought that?”

Biho recalled his memories. He certainly had the impression that Jin Ga-yong treated the mask as a dirty object. But wasn’t it something that countless martial artists in Shaanxi Province had been searching for? That’s why Biho once came to this conclusion about the mask.

The mask is definitely a monstrous and monstrous scholar worthy of shocking the world. However, since its birth or training method is that of Sima Weidao, isn’t it possible that it is disliked due to its uniquely upright nature?

Then why is Eunwol… … .

“Eunwol, have you lost interest in the mask after hearing the explanation?”

“It’s not like there aren’t any at all.”

“What you’re saying is that up until recently it was an absolutely necessary item, but now it’s something that’s nice to have but not necessary.”

“That’s right.”

Biho was able to make some guesses from Eunwol’s answer. After taking a moment to collect his thoughts, he expressed his opinion.

“Now that I look at it, I see that while a mask may be able to surprise the world, it is not enough to command the world.”

“Hoo, how did you come up with that?”

“Because you and Jin Ga-yong both don’t seem very interested.”

“Hmm, this is an ambiguous statement. Are you considering me to be on the same level as Jin Ga-yong? I don’t know if I should say that you’re praising me highly or belittling me.”

“Even if you are ahead now, can you really be confident in ten years?”

“What if that’s the case?”

“Oh, Eunwol, you are someone who looks down on the world.”

Eunwol smiled brightly. Then she thought to herself that it would be fun to talk to Biho. That’s why she became even more attracted to Biho.

Okay, so where do we see the reaction?

Eunwol lit a fire in her dantian and gained momentum, then spoke heavily in a commanding voice.

“I can’t deny it.”

Biho whistled softly, saying that it was quite surprising. He had suspected that Eunwol was a master with a story from the beginning. However, he did not know that she was so ambitious. She was talking about the world.

But that was it. Whether Eunwol wanted to become the best in the world or create the best gang in the world, what did it have to do with him? He wondered. It was unfortunate for Eunwol. So, he looked at Biho’s expression and clicked his tongue inwardly and turned off the fire in his dantian. It meant that his internal energy could be freely used. Then he spoke calmly as if nothing had happened.

“Anyway. As you said, it’s true that the mask doesn’t suit my taste. That’s why I gave up on learning it. However, that’s not because I underestimated the abilities of the Shaanxi Ghost Triangle. Since it’s different from the existing martial arts, isn’t its utility in itself infinite?”

“Then why?”

“Because it has a fatal flaw.”

“A fatal flaw?”

“Yes. Didn’t Jin Ga-yong say that if you learn the technique of the mask, the five desires and seven emotions of a human being will disappear. Think about it. How can a human who has lost his fighting spirit, ambition, and determination prepare for the future?”

“ah!”

“Jin Ga-yong warned me with that meaning, and that’s probably why he thought it wouldn’t be a big deal to hand over the seal to someone he didn’t know well. From what I’ve heard, it’s not something that can be used right away unless you get the turtle shell and the turtle head.”

“I see. Hmm.”

“Why, what else are you curious about?”

“But if you obtain the mask’s seal, you can also obtain the ghost’s and tortoise’s shell’s seals, right?”

“Realistically, I guess he figured it would be difficult for me to obtain them from the owners of the armor and the beast. Or… he would step in and make it impossible with his own hands.”

“… … !”

Jin Ga-yong, the master of the mask, is thinking of eliminating the masters of the ghost armor and the ghost beast? It seems plausible enough. But how many enemies will he have to deal with in this situation?

Biho sighed inwardly, then tilted his head and asked.

“But you said at the beginning? Jin Ga-yong took care of me. What did that mean?”

“You asked me to value the mask, but isn’t price a compromise between the seller and the buyer? But I don’t know Jin Ga-yong. Instead, I know someone who knows him well. So the more I want the mask, the more I have to pay attention to him, right?”

“Haa- You said it was a farewell gift… So you’re asking me to take care of you.”

“That’s right. So I think if you take good care of me, there’s no need to give anything to Jin Ga-yong separately. And I think the reason he didn’t send the message directly through you and asked me to come to him directly was because he was worried that I might harm you, so he set up a time device.”

“You me?”

“Just as I don’t know Jin Ga-yong, Jin Ga-yong doesn’t know me either. It’s not strange. In the world of martial arts, the spirit of Jin is what calls for blood.”

Biho nodded. After all, the reason why the Yeosan Jo family was destroyed was largely the same.

Then Eunwol asked a question.

“Okay, let me ask you. Do you know me?”

Biho looked at Eunwol, caressing his chin.

Eunwol was a renowned master of great status. However, a dozen years ago, he was seriously injured while fighting his nemesis, and fearing that his enemies would come looking for him, he hid his identity and continued to treat Se-gye.

However, this bold and resourceful man did not completely leave the world of martial arts. Although he did not directly associate with the people of martial arts, he organized the Seogukdang and steadily monitored the trends of martial arts, and in the process, he directly trained or recruited useful people like Ui and Dok-gyeong.

I dreamed of a comeback.

At that time, he caught the eye of a young ronin warrior named Biho, and so he kept an eye on him while conducting various tests. He was originally a cold-hearted person, but for that reason, he was especially kind to Biho. Park Won-young was not going to live long anyway, and he planned to recruit Biho, who was now free.

And the long-awaited moment has arrived.

So, if Biho had failed to carry out the contract, he planned to use him as an excuse to take him under his wing. Although Biho could not be said to have carried out the contract perfectly, it was true that he had shown considerable results. Now, he wanted to make a formal proposal.

Will you join me?

Do you want to help Jin Ga-yong get revenge? But that would be like throwing an egg at a rock. So after you die, some people will praise you and Jin Ga-yong for your courage, but that will only last for a short while. After some time, even they will forget. Think about it. No matter how hard you try to carve letters into the sand, if the waves come and go and wash them away a few times, won’t there be no trace left?

Such is the futility of human nature. Knowing this, aren’t those foolish people going around committing such foolish acts without a care in the world?

scourge?

It’s not even funny. The Chumyeonjeongjo you briefly belonged to was punishing the wicked in this world on behalf of heaven, right? How many people were supposed to die because of that but were saved? What was the price for such a great deed? Where did all of Jeongjo’s men go, and what happened to the monks of your chief, Jin Ga-yong?

The world is in chaos.

The weak are trampled and the righteous are dying in vain. Why is that? Because this is the world of the wicked!

“It is a world of wicked people… … .”

“I think so. What do you think about it?”

“Even though it was a short while ago, Eunwol was also quite tangled. But, well, I can generally relate to what you said.”

“Then why don’t you forget about the Shaanxi Province and start anew with me? The world of martial arts is vast. What matters is your determination and where your footsteps lead. Depending on that, this world of martial arts can either be a place where you can dream, or a terrifying hell.”

“Huh. It seems like you’re planning on causing a big accident. Why, are you planning on doing something really villainous?”

“Depending on your point of view. But as you know from your own experience, I am not petty. I am not dirty and I do not shy away from shameful things. That is why I especially need someone like you. Someone who knows how to keep the line. How about it? Shall I tell you who I am and what I pursue?”

“no.”

“… … !”

“Eunwol, I know that even if you are a villain, you are not a mean person. You have some class, so to speak. Also, I know that you have a great spirit and that you will rise to the top soon. You will probably cause a stir in the world of martial arts. Yes. Suddenly, I think it would be fun to be with you. However, I will decline.”

“Why? Have you not been able to let go of your foolishness? Or are you planning to leave this world for good?”

“Not at all. On the contrary, I feel more relieved than ever. I have nothing left and nothing to protect. So I think I’ll do something fun.”

“Hmm, so the paths are different? That’s disappointing.”

“Yes. That’s why I’d like to make a counteroffer to you, Eunwol.”

“… … ?”