Hyeonjilmusin - Chapter 75



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75. All is one, one is all (3)

Nanjing, Jiangsu Province. Just as there is an imperial palace in Beijing representing the empire, there is a martial arts league in Nanjing representing the Central Plains martial arts world.

People often criticized the current Murim Alliance as a useless group. They said that there was no Demonic Cult and no achievements in the Central Plains martial arts world, so what kind of Murim Alliance is that?

But that was something that one knew and two did not know. It was clear that the areas where the Gupailbang and Odaeseaga were located were considered safe, but in areas where they were not located, the black thieves were still running wild.

The first task of the Murim Alliance was to take charge of the security of the entire Central Plains martial arts world, including those regions, and the second task was to coordinate the relationships between the arrogant political factions.

“What does Jegal Gaju say?”

“It’s a matter of Hubei martial arts world, so I’m asking you to pay attention.”

“I knew it.”

The leader of the martial arts world, Su Je-heon, and the general Sima Ye sighed at the same time. Last year, as usual, there was an armed conflict between Hwasan and Jongnam, so I mediated, but now it was the Wudang faction and the Zhuge family of Hubei.

“I don’t really believe in physiognomy, but I heard that Jegal Ga-ju’s eyes are a bit strong.”

“I believe in physiognomy, and it’s true.”

“I told you this is why I’m retiring this year.”

“If it’s not possible for you, the next leader will have a much harder time. It’s better to just do it.”

“If you’re going to swear at me, one is better than two? Is that what you mean?”

“I won’t go to such lengths to say that.”

Then you said that. So Je-heon glared at Sima Ye, but Sima Ye pretended not to see him.

In fact, Sima Ye’s words were not wrong. The current state of the martial arts world was enjoying unprecedented peace. That was why the power of each sect had grown so large that they were bumping into each other’s shoulders.

Sojeheon was the best person to resolve this conflict, because he was the last of the old Daemunpa joint warlords, a system that had been destroyed due to prolonged peace.

Sojeheon was able to mediate better than anyone else because he was acquainted with all of the old school factions. Despite this, they are now coming out one by one.

“Tsk, the place that seemed the least likely to explode actually exploded.”

“That’s why.”

Among the old school sects, there was the Mudang faction that was competing for supremacy, and among the five great sects, there was the Jegal family that was considered weak. Although it seemed like the two would never fight, surprisingly, in this fight, it was Jegal family that initiated it.

He said to send out the lay disciple first or something like that. I don’t understand why Zhuge Se made such a request, but I also don’t understand why the Wudang faction fought against Zhuge Se because of that one lay disciple.

“What is it about that guy named Mukhwiyeong that makes him do this?”

“I don’t know. I heard he was a disciple under an assumed name. He doesn’t really have a background.”

“A disciple of the household? What a strange status.”

“It is said that this system was briefly used during the invasion of the Demonic Cult in the past.”

“If that’s the case, why don’t you just accept me as your disciple?”

“Oh, this is a bit far-fetched. I heard that this guy named Mukhwiyeong rejected the discipleship of the main sect.”

“Isn’t that too far-fetched even if it lacks credibility?”

Who in the Central Plains would turn down the honor of being a disciple of the head temple of the Wudang faction? In Sojeheon’s opinion, it was nonsense.

“First, let’s find out more about the guy named Mukhwiyeong, and then send the final mediation proposal to Jegal Se-ga and the Mudang faction.”

“So this is what happens in the end.”

“That’s what I mean. You just have to give in one step at a time. Is that difficult?”

“You all think that we have our backs to the cliff. That’s not true.”

Sojeheon clicked his tongue. If the final mediation proposal is made, it will be disadvantageous to the Jegal family. Right now, the Jegal family seems to be controlling the commercial power in Hubei and is pressuring the non-partisan faction, but the mediation proposal will ultimately require them to show their ‘force’ in the way of the Central Plains. He could not understand why the Jegal family was picking a fight.

“It won’t work. I should go to Hubei sometime.”

“yes?”

“Jegal Se-ga is not a place for fools. It’s a place where they don’t fight. And also, take a look at that guy named Muk Hwi-yeong.”

“That’s true. But why are you going on a business trip at such a time when you have so much work to do?”

Sima Ye spoke, looking openly at the piles of documents stacked high like a tower next to Sojeheon.

“I’m not going there on purpose. The timing is strange.”

“Absolutely not.”

Sima Ye crossed his arms and blocked the entrance to the Mengju room. So Je-heon snickered. Then he immediately put down the bamboo stick hanging from the wooden pole next to him.

“No, my lord!”

Sima Ye noticed and tried to rush in, but it was too late. So Je-heon had escaped through the window. Sima Ye could only watch in vain as So Je-heon jumped down while holding down his bamboo stick. In any case, it would be difficult for Sima Ye to catch So Je-heon because of the difference in martial arts.

“Hey, Sojeheon!”

Although Sima Ye’s rebellion was heard from behind, So Je-heon ran out smiling. The familiar and boring scenery on both sides was pushed back, and a new air greeted So Je-heon.

It was the moment when the Ink Swordsman, one of the five greatest swordsmen in the world, appeared in the martial arts world after a long time.

***

When I went to the outside world, none of the lay disciples were there. Normally, there should have been someone out there training.

I kind of understood it. Now that the shamans were having a hard time, the secular disciples who were living well had no choice but to watch out.

I quietly entered the dormitory of the lay disciples. As I entered the dormitory, I could sense the aura of the people. I raided the room where I could sense the aura as much as possible.

When I opened the door and went in, the lay disciples were startled. There was jerky powder on their mouths. I could tell it was high-quality jerky just by smelling it.

“What, what? All of a sudden!”

“Why? I am also a disciple of the household. I can come too.”

I sat down and answered sarcastically. The jerky was piled up like a mountain, so I naturally chewed on one.

“You are essentially a disciple of the main temple.”

“They say that the disciples of the main temple are actually lay disciples. This is disappointing.”

“It was your choice.”

Jeon Oh-soo cut him off coldly. These kids lacking empathy. In my opinion, most martial artists are emotional, while merchants are rational. Of course, I found merchants easier to deal with.

“That’s true.”

“So, why are you here? Are you asking for a lump sum repayment?”

“No way.”

“Why? The Nokrim 12-Sik was also a huge hit.”

“We need to reinvest at the top.”

“Your dream is big.”

Jeon O-su nodded. Yeo Hong-yang, who had been chewing on beef jerky silently next to him, slowly opened her mouth.

“Don’t put us between the Wudang faction and the Zhuge Liang faction now.”

It was a firm voice. Yeo Hongyang was definitely someone who knew politics. With just that one word, all the disciples of the world became wary of me.

I smiled softly, trying to ease their guard as much as possible.

“I would really put you in such a difficult position?”

“If not, there’s no reason to come.”

“That’s true.”

My words made the disciples even more wary. I had finally declared that I was involving the disciples in the current situation.

But everything is wrapped in a package. No matter how shiny a jewel is, if it is covered in smelly leather, no one will buy it. Most people who pretend to be noble say that the ‘essence’ is more important than the shell, but in reality, most people judge the essence by the shell.

“There’s nothing difficult for you. You have a choice.”

“select?”

“Yeah. This is something we’re talking about between ourselves, so it won’t leak out. Even if you don’t choose the neutral side, there won’t be any disadvantages.”

“How can you believe that?”

“That’s a matter of faith, believe it or not. But what good would it do if I were to reveal it? You are my creditors, so why would I do something against you?”

“That’s true.”

Yeo Hongyang nodded. As expected, if you tell her something that makes sense, she will understand. She was different from someone who simply uses force. It seems like the king raised his son well.

“So, what do you want me to choose?”

“You choose whether to join this board or not.”

“Isn’t that obvious? It’s normal that this doesn’t work. The upper class shouldn’t be deeply involved with the martial arts world. That’s basic.”

“That’s true. But to be exact, you can’t get entangled halfway. If you’re going to get entangled, you have to get entangled for sure.”

I laughed. The disciples’ eyebrows furrowed. It meant that they were concentrating. I seized the opportunity and continued speaking.

“If we ignore the Jegal family and help the Mudang faction in the current situation, we can really form a blood alliance with the Mudang faction. There aren’t many opportunities like this, right?”

“That is certainly attractive. But it’s not like we haven’t thought about it. The influence that the Wudang faction can exert on the Sanggye is almost nonexistent compared to the Zhuge Liang faction. How can we help the Wudang faction in such a situation?”

“If you’re going to do it now, what do you think?”

“what?”

Everyone’s eyes widened. It was a surprising story for everyone. It was the story that the Shamanist faction, which had so far steadfastly maintained its position as a martial arts sect, was reaching out to the upper world like other secular sects.

Yeo Hong-yang asked cautiously, observing the situation.

“Is this something that was agreed upon with the non-partisan superiors?”

“no.”

“You must be confident.”

The tension in the eyes of the lay disciples was instantly relieved. But I had no intention of backing down.

“I will make it so.”

“I know you’re popular among the shamans. But I don’t think the shamans would listen to you if it meant breaking their traditions.”

“Are you going to hate me soon?”

“What are you talking about?”

“I’m going to force it into the mouths of the shaman elders.”

“Will that work?”

“You don’t think it will work?”

Yeo Hongyang looked at me and then averted her eyes. It seemed that my gaze was too heated.

“We’ll go to Infinite Battleground together.”

At that moment, Jeon Oh-su raised his hand and spoke. Everyone looked at Jeon Oh-su with surprised eyes. One of the disciples asked in disbelief.

“Are you crazy?”

“No. It’s a calculation method that is sufficiently profitable. The Zhuge family doesn’t use the Infinite Battlefield much anyway. They use the Yangyang Battlefield because it’s close to Yangyang. Even when they come to Infinite, they usually use the Yangyang Battlefield branch.”

“Even so, being photographed is a different story.”

“The nonpartisan group will protect you to that extent.”

“Are you in a position to judge such things?”

“Of course not.”

Jeon O-su laughed.

“But you know, didn’t they send us to the party as a neutral person so that we could do things like this among ourselves?”

“what?”

“Think carefully. If we just learn the shaman’s martial arts and go down without doing anything, there won’t be a place for us. Don’t you all have at least one brother?”

The atmosphere became chilled by Jeon O-su’s cold, almost indifferent words.

“Originally, in investing in a business, you have to take risks. The greater the risk, the more you can eat. It’s common sense. Everyone is too greedy. Think carefully. Do you know that it’s not as tasty if you come in later than you left?”

Everyone took notice of Jeon Oh-soo’s words. Yeo Hong-yang also seemed to be deeply immersed in thought about Jeon Oh-soo’s words.

“Okay. Let’s try it out. Since we’re a small business anyway, I wonder if Jegal Se-ga will pay attention to us.”

“Us too.”

One or two people were lured in by Jeon O-su’s words. I smiled brightly. I looked at Yeo Hong-yang. Anyway, the biggest catch here was Yeo Hong-yang of Cheonsu Sangdan.

“… … Let’s report it to the family first.”

I clenched my fists under my sleeves.

Now it was time for the nonpartisan counterattack to begin.