Who threatened Cheonma Hara with a knife - Chapter 118



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Who threatened to call me Cheonmahara with a knife? Episode 118

Reform (4)

Jin Ha-yeon, who had been looking at me for a moment, returned to her usual calm expression and looked at her teacher.

“It’s just excessive praise.”

“Hehehe. It doesn’t seem like Ilmok said anything wrong.”

The teacher, who had a blank expression like that of a country old man, stroked his beard and suddenly looked at me with a serious expression.

“Yes. I will follow your opinion regarding the Magic Hall and the children’s education. However, that is not what is important right now.”

Only then did the Demon Lord come to his senses, and his surprised face returned to its usual blunt expression.

“That’s right, Ilmok Gwando. Shouldn’t we take care of Instructor Chu Il-hwan’s business first?”

Come to think of it, the original topic of conversation wasn’t the Demonic Cult’s educational policy.

There was a discussion about how to deal with Chu Il-hwan, who had attacked me. Also, whether Chu Il-hwan was really a servant.

Only, if there is a problem.

‘Fucking side effects.’

Perhaps because my head was already spinning from the side effects, I started to squeeze out knowledge and wisdom from my head again.

That too, in relation to education policy.

“Instructor Chu Il-hwan’s work can also be handled in connection with the new religion’s educational system. Master.”

“???”

Perhaps not expecting this, the teacher also looked at me with a face full of doubt.

“What are you talking about?”

“Didn’t you say that you would reform the Magic Academy over the next three or four years before delaying the admission to the Magic Academy? This problem seems like it could be resolved through that reform plan.”

“Be specific.”

“Most of the disciples of the Magic Academy have already learned magic since they were young and are mentally unstable. And the instructors are no different. So, we need to have a member of the Jeongsimwon resident in the Magic Academy. For periodic consultation and treatment.”

“That’s true, but I don’t see what it has to do with Instructor Chu Il-hwan’s work.”

Although the teacher asked as a representative, everyone else had the same puzzled expression.

“First of all, in the current situation, it is problematic to keep Instructor Choo Il-hwan in his position without holding him accountable.”

I added an explanation to the teacher who was tilting his head.

“If Instructor Chu Il-hwan was that subordinate, the problem can be resolved by kicking him out, but if not, this could end up being played out just as they intended. In the process of filling Instructor Chu Il-hwan’s vacancy, if we call in the Lord Gwan’s close associates again, wouldn’t there be a problem? So, instead of the instructor, wouldn’t it be better to assign the role of a spy to Assemblyman Jeong Sim-won?”

Even after my further explanation, the teacher looked puzzled.

“If this old man says that he personally selected the instructor, that’s all. Is there really a need to go through such a cumbersome process?”

As expected, he was the leader of the pseudo-religious fanatics. It was a thought befitting a cult leader who wields absolute power. He had no consideration whatsoever for anyone who might object.

But because of that, there were bound to be some parts that we didn’t think about.

“On the contrary, I am using the new instructor position as bait, Master.”

“Oh my! So they’re planning to keep an eye on the new instructor.”

“It would be difficult if I were alone, but wouldn’t it be possible if I were with a member of the council dispatched to the Magic Hall? Even the member of the council would periodically hold consultations with the officials and instructors. After all, when people talk for too long, they tend to make mistakes.”

The master stroked his beard and said:

“Hehehe. In addition, if we investigate those who recommended that instructor, we might be able to root out the problem.”

The teacher nodded with a satisfied expression and asked me.

“In order to use the instructor position as bait, I think it would be best to fire Instructor Chu Il-hwan. In that case, do you not want to punish him in any other way besides dismissal?”

“Rather than additional punishment, I think it would be better to send him to Jeongsimwon, like Gwanmuyeol Muin did.”

“Would that be enough?”

“Yes, Master. Since this is something that happened because the side effects of the magic were not controlled, counseling and treatment are necessary. Also, if Instructor Chu Il-hwan is a subordinate, some clues may be found during the counseling process.”

“Hehehe. As expected, you’re very meticulous about your work.”

I almost gritted my teeth without realizing it at the teacher’s praise.

“… I think it’s because I learned the Talhonmujeonggeom. Ahem.”

Damn side effects.

I just wanted to lie down and rest, but my mind wouldn’t rest.

What can I say? The side effects of magic were similar to school violence.

‘Side effects! Stop!’

I tried shouting, but they didn’t listen.

Did he even notice my condition?

“Well then, it seems like the direction of the matter regarding Instructor Chu Il-hwan has been set.”

The teacher looked at me with eyes filled with anticipation and spoke softly.

“By the way, aside from sending a member of the Jeongsimwon Council to the Magic Hall, do you have any other plans for reforming the Magic Hall in mind? Hehe. Even if it’s an idea that came to mind because of the side effects of the magic, please speak frankly.”

It was the expression of a master who was greedily looking at the goose that laid the golden eggs.

And the fucking side effect is, I took the bait and said, “Okay, that’s right.”

“The Magic Hall is too bleak for children who are still growing. They are already suffering from side effects, so they need some time to catch their breath. So, I think it would be right to run a club.”

“Club? What is that?”

“As the name suggests, it is a gathering of people who like the same things.”

The concept was taken from a club that existed during middle and high school days.

Of course, in Korea, where education is obsessed with entrance exams, it is a concept that is almost meaningless, but it was a different story here.

“Actually, among the current officials, there are two who have found peace of mind by focusing on acting and drama, and have even reached a higher level of magic.”

If it was said to be helpful for magic, it was a world where they would enforce it even by force.

Actually, the reason I thought of the club was because I remembered the cases of Bang Mi-hwa and Baek Cheon.

And the official in charge, Yan Ga-hui, pretended not to know because the story about the officials came up.

“Are you talking about the Baekcheon Guan Dao and Bang Mi Hwa Guan Dao?”

“Yes, Your Majesty. Right now, those two and a few other officials are having private meetings, but I think it would be safer to introduce the concept of a formal club and conduct it together with the instructors.”

In addition, there are various examples of clubs such as tea parties and religious study groups, and clubs are operated regardless of class size and can be a time for seniors and juniors to mingle.

He talked endlessly about the club’s management methods and advantages.

“I think it would be feasible if each instructor were to be in charge of one club.”

Well, in return, the instructors would be assigned additional duties outside of their training hours, but it wasn’t my job.

After I voiced some opinions regarding the reform of the Magic Hall, the side effects finally died down a bit.

“Phew.”

I felt physically and mentally exhausted from all the nonstop talking.

“Oh, come to think of it, I guess I pushed you too hard while you were still not fully recovered.”

Only then did the teacher speak with concern, as a teacher would.

If you were going to worry, you should have told me a long time ago. It’s absurd that you’re talking like that after hearing everything.

“First of all, regarding the matter regarding Instructor Chu Il-hwan and the reform plan for the Magic Hall, we will proceed according to your opinion. Since Lord Yeom also heard it, I am sure he fully understands.”

At the Master’s words, the Magician responded with a blunt expression.

“If the Most High commands, I will gladly follow as a servant.”

Now that my argument has been accepted, the attitude of shouting resolute opposition has disappeared without a trace.

The Master nodded and stood up, seemingly satisfied with the Magician’s answer.

“Reforming the magic arts and education system will take time, so first we should issue an order to prohibit magic arts education for those under the age of sixteen.”

The teacher spoke calmly, but it was a serious matter.

To put it another way, it was like saying that they would issue a ban on advance learning.

If this were modern Korea, it would have been common for parents to rise up or for education to be conducted secretly and illegally.

However, there was no need to worry about such problems here.

‘In times like this, it seems like it’s more convenient to be a quack.’

Because it was the command of Cheonma, whom all believers revere as a god.

It was said that if you disregarded the teacher’s orders and secretly studied in advance, you could be branded an apostate and have your limbs amputated or be killed.

The Master and the Magician left to take care of business, and soon the Magician also left the hospital.

“… … .”

“… … .”

Since Jin Ha-yeon and I were the only ones left in the room, an odd silence fell.

Jin Ha-yeon is usually quiet, but perhaps because of what happened a little while ago, the silence felt uncomfortable for some reason.

And for some reason, Jin Ha-yeon opened her mouth first.

“I didn’t know you thought of me like that, Your Majesty.”

What should I say? Maybe it was because of his unusually awkward expression, but it felt strangely sarcastic.

“Ahem. I’m sorry for talking about Lady Jin without permission. But please understand, I meant it in a good way.”

“…I understand.”

With those words, silence fell upon the room again.

Just before I opened my mouth, unable to bear the silence.

“I’ll make room for you, so make yourself comfortable.”

Her face turned slightly red as she left the room, the cold wind blowing through her.

He seemed really angry.

‘No, I didn’t even swear, so why are you doing that?’

Honestly, I felt very wronged.

* * *

“Phew.”

Immediately after leaving the hospital, Jin Ha-yeon let out a deep sigh with a complicated expression that was unusual for her.

‘…I never thought you’d say something like that.’

She had never expected that in the presence of the great Heavenly Demon, He would paint her face with gold like that.

Of course, she had heard countless compliments.

Even when she was young and living in a rural village, the elders of the village had praised her countless times, and even after she entered the Magic Academy, she often heard compliments from Guyangmun, the assistant instructors, and the instructors.

At that time, the problem with Guyangmun was that he spoke sarcastically, trying to hide his feelings.

Anyway, after graduating from the Magic Academy, she often heard praise from Eunwigak, and Goo Yangmun, who received dating advice from Ilmok, even openly praised her.

But even after receiving such praise, she felt uneasy.

I don’t know about when I was young, but at least after I learned the art of sorcery, it was just so-so.

When I received praise from Guyangmun, I felt a little offended, but other than that, I had a strong feeling that it was something he always said.

But why did her heart flutter at the praise?

It could be because she heard praise from the Heavenly Horse, whom she respected so much, or because, unlike the made-up praise from Guyangmun, it was praise for something she was truly proud of.

Perhaps it was because she had been acknowledged by Ichimoku, who now truly regarded her as his master. Or perhaps it was because of some emotion that even she was unaware of.

For her, who had been practicing the art of sorcery and erasing her emotions, these feelings were so unfamiliar that she couldn’t even properly recognize her own emotions.

But one thing is certain.

‘If it had stayed that way, the magic would have been shaken.’

Perhaps because of my once-wavering emotions, I felt burdened by having to keep looking at Confucius.

‘Is this the joy of being recognized?’

She steeled herself, deciding that her feelings were simply because she had been acknowledged by her lord as a subordinate.

‘The minority magician is not the type of magician who only discards evil feelings. I cannot disappoint you, my lord.’

Only when you can let go of even the emotion called joy can you truly reach the extreme.

She sat cross-legged and began to use her magic.

She was the one who willingly froze all her emotions in order to become a person who could help Ichimoku.