The World of Sound - Chapter 149
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Black magic.
It would not be an exaggeration to say that it was a group that now occupied half of the central plains, called Nammurim.
Although it cannot be said that he had taken over the entire Southern Murim, it was certain that he was the de facto ruler, and he could also influence the remaining Sa-pa groups in the Northern Murim.
As such, the buildings they built differed in size and splendidness.
It is said that all the architects and craftsmen of the Central Plains were called to the Jeongcheon Alliance and the Heukdo Alliance, and so much money and manpower was poured into building it, making it a more magnificent and splendid place than any other building with a long history.
Because of this, its grandeur was comparable to that of the imperial palace where the emperor resided, but the government could not arbitrarily intervene or cause trouble.
It was partly due to the custom of inviolability of official duties, and partly due to the fear of the Central Plains martial arts world that established the custom.
Unless there was a huge incident like treason, they were worried that touching the already large Black Alliance and the Jeongcheon Alliance would cause damage to the royal family and the military.
That is why, even though there were those who dared to use the nickname ‘Emperor’, which only the Emperor could use, it was not greatly restricted until now.
Because of this, the Black Alliance and the Jeongcheon Alliance were able to gain more momentum, and the result is the enormous structures you see now.
The headquarters of the Black Alliance.
It was an attempt to show off their power and prestige by pursuing something more grandiose, but Cheonhwa read it a little differently.
‘You’re a bunch of cowards.’
It just seems like cowards are trying to look strong by puffing up their size so that their weakness won’t be exposed.
As such, I was able to maintain a sense of calm rather than being intimidated as I passed through the main gate and admired the splendid interior.
Others seemed to mistakenly believe that Cheonhwa was under the influence of energy or was acting to hide it.
“This is the headquarters of the Black Alliance. What do you think?”
The one chattering beside Cheonhwa is the leader of the Black Ming Dynasty.
Since it was someone of a similar status to someone who was listed among the Three Kings and Five Demons, who was called an evil spirit, I could sense great pride and even arrogance in his speech.
“It’s unnecessarily flashy. Are you saying that because you don’t want to break it?”
Of course, whether that was true or not, Cheonhwa didn’t care.
If I had to think about it, I would say it would be expensive?
As a craftsman, there were some parts that caught my eye, but from the perspective of a non-artisan, I’m not sure.
My first thought was whether something like this was really necessary.
The thought that I would rather spend this money… just comes to mind.
“It’s the confidence that we can protect it. After all, this is where half of the power of the Central Plains martial arts world resides.”
The guy who gave it to Cheonhwa kept talking as if he wanted me to say that it was good and great, but of course I couldn’t agree.
It may look expensive, but his claim that half of the power of the Central Plains martial arts world is contained here is just a bluff.
It would have been the same even if it was not the Black Alliance but the Jeongcheon Alliance.
If we were to say that the power of the Central Plains martial arts world was half, the core forces of each sect would have to be moved here, but even if a war with the Demonic Cult or the opposing alliance began, that would not be possible, and even if that were the case, saying that it was half would be absurd.
“Pfft.”
What’s the point of half of it if you’re missing it?
Cheonhwa was confident that he could rule the world alone, so he thought that even if the Black Alliance and the Jeongcheon Alliance were to unite to form the Murim Alliance, it wouldn’t be even half that much, let alone half of it.
“Why… … are you laughing?”
“Just because it’s funny. So, can I meet that guy called the leader right away? But who did you say the leader was?”
Even though the guy clearly showed that he was offended by that mocking smile, Cheonhwa didn’t bother to fight any longer.
Even if I told them the truth, there was no way they would admit it, and I didn’t want to get involved in a bothersome and pointless matter.
“… … Kyungcheon Heukje. This is Hyukri Gwang. It seems like you are very ignorant of the state of affairs in Gangho.”
So I changed the subject, but that just made him more upset.
The leader is the face and pride of the alliance.
It’s been several months since the alliance was formed, and it’s only recently been properly organized and established, but since they say they don’t even know who the leader is, I can’t help but think they’re intentionally ignoring us.
‘He wasn’t a tyrant or anything. Is that a good thing?’
But Cheonhwa really didn’t know.
I just thought that it could be the guy named Paewang, who I had a light encounter with in the last martial arts competition, and he was one of the Three Je Five Kings, but since there were more than just people in Sapa, I also thought that it might not be the case.
The idea was that virtually anyone could do it.
“I’m not the type to remember useless things!”
Still, I asked back as a guest, but all I got in return was more anger.
No, you can’t. You have to endure it.
The guy tried to hide his trembling fists and smiled awkwardly, answering Cheonhwa’s remaining questions.
“… … That’s right, I see. First of all, the leader said that he would meet with the Demon King, but it seems like you’ll have to wait a bit. Since we arrived a bit earlier than scheduled, the leader is currently out of town. I’ll prepare a place for you to stay, so if you rest there, I’ll let you know as soon as the leader returns and arrange a place for you.”
“Are you out? Hmm. You must be very busy.”
“Yes. It seems that the one who rules Nammurim… … .”
“Tch! It seems like you lack a lot of ability. It seems like you have a hard time seeing the group run by running around on your own. That’s why you need to listen to your superiors… … Right?”
“yes……?”
However, Cheonhwa cast a provocation that was not a provocation.
It wasn’t my intention at all.
“Hmm. Or maybe the people below me just don’t like it? Either way, it’ll be hard. Okay. I’ll wait. Just tell them that since they’ve waited so long, there should be a more certain reward.”
“… … Okay, I understand.”
Thanks to that, the sound of the Black Star’s teeth grinding could be heard, but Cheonhwa ignored it.
After that, the black dragon’s mouth, which had been chattering, closed as if he didn’t want to talk anymore.
As I passed through the several halls and martial arts halls, I only glanced at Cheonhwa’s reaction as I passed the Black Swordsmen training.
Of course, it was not acceptable for a lowly person like them to practice in Cheonhwa’s eyes.
“You can rest here and if you need anything, please let the dedicated guard know. If you have time, you can explore other places, but please be careful. There are powerful formations and institutions installed everywhere. They are devices to prevent outside experts from intruding, so they can be dangerous. If you run into any problems, please fire this signal flare.”
In front of the pavilion that they arrived at after passing through dozens of doors, the Black Star gave Cheonhwa some caution with a sinister smile.
It also sent out signal flares in case you got lost or got caught up in an unexpected situation.
‘If you can run wild, run wild, right?’
It seemed like a simple guide, but Cheonhwa immediately understood its meaning.
Because it was an obvious provocation and a deliberate tone.
Telling someone like Cheonhwa that it is okay to look back but that it could be dangerous and that he should stay in his quarters is no different from telling him to get a taste of the formation and organization.
They will show off their power, try to discourage you, persuade you, and even kill you if necessary.
If you don’t have confidence, you can just take a look around and save face, but even without that, Cheonhwa had planned to do that from the beginning.
I don’t know what he prepared, but he was a genius.
Also, the compensation was just an excuse, and I came here to find traces and waves of the Asura statue.
I don’t know if they know this yet, but if they ask me to do it, I’ll do it.
“I guess it’s quite expensive?”
“Huh? What are you talking about?”
“Isn’t this something you gave me to prevent the organs from being destroyed?”
Heukmyeongdaeju made a puzzled expression for a moment at Cheonhwa’s questioning words, then laughed as if he had been fooled.
“No. If you can escape on your own, then you may. Then can I take this flare back?”
“Yes. Then I guess that’s not necessary.”
As Cheonhwa responded confidently, Heukmyeongdaeju snatched the signal flare from Cheonhwa as if snatching it away.
As if telling me to try it out, as if he was going to wait and see what kind of face I would make when I was rescued later.
But he didn’t know.
What damage will this choice of his bring to the Black Alliance?
And that would be the beginning of a pardon for Cheonhwa and a demotivation for himself.
I had no choice but to take the flare, break it, and come out.
A man named Heukmyeongdaeju said that it was okay to do that.
A great excuse for causing trouble was already forming in Cheonhwa’s head.
“Then, take a rest.”
After he left, Cheonhwa moved the treasures of the king, which had been placed in the coachman and carriage, into the room.
It may be of no use to Cheonhwa, but I cannot leave such treasures in their hands.
It’s like leaving the cat in charge of the fish, and it’s natural to want to take the treasure when you see it, as the saying goes.
So I moved it with my own hands, put it in its place, and let it go inside the room. Then I let the coachman rest and went straight out.
You could steal the items by putting the groom to sleep or using seduction techniques, but you wouldn’t be able to fool Cheonhwa’s eyes.
Because all the items and even the most minute locations are already pictured in his head.
If even an attempt to steal or move is revealed, the division of the martial arts world will end.
Because I will blow away the entire Black Alliance.
“Shall we do some exploring?”
Cheonhwa lightly went out, hoping that she wouldn’t have to go through such a bothersome process.
It might be a tiger’s den or a paradise for some, but for him it was just a light drink.
“What is it that you want to show me, and where is it hidden… … .”
What I was looking for was the Asura statue, but there was more that I was interested in.
It’s about what the Black Star Lord and the one who gave him the order want to show him.
You probably already know that your inaction is at least at the peak of maturity, or at the extreme of peak.
Then, I started to expect that they might have prepared something that would work for Hwagyeong as well.
What it might be, what clues it might give you to some enlightenment.
Although he had already reached the state of enlightenment long ago, the number and types of enlightenment were many, so it could not help but be quite a joyful event.
“For now.”
Dying-
The beginning is full of sound.
I was guided here and had a quick look around, but I still don’t know the overall structure of this place or the locations of the formations.
He spread the sound and made it fall down to envelop the entire Black Magic Alliance, and based on that information, he decided the direction.
Places where people below the peak gather are obviously excluded.
As the saying goes, the darkest place is under the lamp, so he might have hidden the Asura statue in the most vulnerable and insufficient place, but in that case, if it were discovered by mistake, it could cause great damage, so he would not have taken risks.
So the most powerful thing is a warehouse that collects the treasures of the Mengju War or the Black Sword Alliance.
Cheonhwa first identified those places and started walking right away.
I could feel the energy of the tightly spread out formation between them, but it was no problem at all.
Rather, the more heavily fortified a place was, the more interesting it would be to look into it.
If it hadn’t been sealed, I wouldn’t have known, but the waves emitted by the sealed Asura statue were very special, and the range of detection was narrow, so I took a step forward with the intention of thoroughly examining every possible place.
And I was able to witness quite an interesting sight.
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