Chapter 207 |
The two talked late into the night.
Being two geniuses of the martial world, they were able to quickly decide on many things as they worked in harmony.
Naturally, there were quite a few things among them that Jin Cheonhee hadn’t thought of.
Indeed, this is why you’re my master. This isn’t something that can be done with the Profound Origin Heaven and Earth Divine Technique alone. It requires experience, insight, and wisdom.
There were also aspects that could only be identified by fellow martial artists.
Although Jin Cheonhee had been learning martial arts since coming to this world, his priority was still his duty as a physician.
His way of thinking was inevitably different from martial artists.
In contrast, his master had experienced the bloodshed of the martial world and had to pursue revenge alone.
It was only natural that his identity as a martial artist was stronger than that of a physician.
“In the end, the most important thing is expanding our influence. The martial world ultimately operates on the principle of power. This happens regardless of grudges or justice.”
“Is the current White Dragon Medical Pavilion not enough?”
“It’s insufficient. Especially since smaller families will be particularly oppressed in the future.”
Zhuge Rin slowly fanned himself as he continued.
“Those who maintain their sanity after losing their family are rare, Hee. It’s common for members of small families to be trampled by the strong and, unable to bear the humiliation, bash their heads against pillars in suicide. That’s what hardship is.”
“…”
“Power, you see, just its mere presence prevents many conflicts. Also, survivors might dream of revenge rather than choosing death. That’s what having something to rely on means.”
“So that’s what you mean by expanding influence, Master.”
“Yes. The White Dragon Medical Pavilion must now move beyond its current path and take action to expand its power. We’ll need to actively utilize your knowledge. Fortunately, I now have free use of my limbs and can step to the forefront.”
Master slightly furrowed his brow.
“Though it will be somewhat troublesome.”
“Thank you.”
“No need for thanks. The need for power isn’t just about providing support for smaller sects, but about protecting your life. Strong defenses are needed to block floods.”
Embankment.
And to that extent, the master wanted to protect his disciple.
Above all, this was a development that had never existed in the original novel “Supreme Heavenly Demon.”
No one can know how the martial world will change from now on.
But one thing is certain.
I must save people. Yes. I must be able to save more people.
Thinking of the numerous connections he’d made since coming here, he found himself nodding unconsciously.
I’ll definitely make it happen.
There was one resolution that hadn’t changed since coming to this world.
Sometimes he gets tired, and sometimes he wants to give up everything. But when things get tough, there’s one phrase he habitually mutters.
-A physician simply does a physician’s work.
***
“Did someone put poop in your breakfast, brother? You look like you’re chewing on something unpleasant~”
The next day at noon.
Sama Hyeon, appearing with his original face this time, asked Jin Cheonhee.
“Ah, I was just lost in thought.”
“I can tell you’re thinking~ But this little brother is curious what kind of thoughts would make our brother make such an expression~?”
Jin Cheonhee awkwardly smiled at those words.
Sama Hyeon peered at his brother’s face with narrowed eyes before saying, “Well, whatever. If you don’t want to talk about it~” and letting it go.
“The tournament is next week?”
Jin Cheonhee quickly replied.
“Yeah. We’re in the preparation stage now. Master told me that usually during this time, the Late Foundation Stage practitioners meet to drink and build friendships. And beneath the surface, the working-level staff who accompany them discuss business. Well, most of it is just confirming what’s already been decided at the top.”
The White Dragon Medical Pavilion has more complex work beyond just business talks – they need to set up emergency medical formations, train newly dispatched physicians, and coordinate with the physicians already stationed at the Martial Righteous Alliance.
In modern terms, it’s like what medical staff do before the Olympics.
Except the Olympics has pole vaulting, swimming, and fencing with dull blades while wearing protective gear.
The problem here is that they fight while unleashing waves of sword energy.
I hope they forfeit quickly if things look dangerous. Please, please…
This is the martial world, where it’s common for people in their prime to become half-paralyzed because they stubbornly refuse to accept one loss.
Half-paralysis would be lucky – death is not uncommon in the Dragon Phoenix Gathering.
Physicians don’t care about martial artists’ romantic notions.
They just want people to swallow their pride a bit, keep their limbs intact, go home to enjoy good food and live healthy lives.
“The Golden Blood Chamber must be busy too.”
“Yeah. Our Golden Blood Chamber usually handles Hao Sect’s business matters. The Golden King, our master, dumped the work on me and sent me here.”
“To socialize at least?”
“Let’s call it exchange, exchange. But you know, friendship in the martial world is ultimately between similar people. Would righteous sect kids genuinely befriend evil sect people? Our good righteous sect children don’t make friends with bad evil sects~”
“But they use the Black Market extensively, right?”
“That’s the interesting part. For good righteous sect kids, evil sects are like adults’ red books – super fun but not something you want to be seen with in public.”
“I-I see.”
Sama Hyeon shrugged.
“So we can be friends, but don’t expect true friendship, brother. Whether it’s Peng Cheonsik trying to exploit us or Eon Jeongmu, I’ll be their fun bad friend when we hang out~ I’ll save true friendship for proper righteous sect kids.”
Sama Hyeon apparently plans to exploit the young masters of Northern Peng Clan and Jinzhou Eon Clan.
His sharp cynicism while maintaining evil sect characteristics was quite impressive.
“Well, in the end, I just need you, brother.”
“Me?”
“You have lots of connections, right? You healed Namgoong Woon. And the Blood Whip Queen, last gathering’s overwhelming victor, seems quite welcoming toward you.”
Despite appearances, Tang Ah has such a caring heart.
Though she ended up with quite a fierce title.
Fundamentally, Jin Cheonhee had observed her to be a child who cares deeply for those around her.
“Or would you like to go meet the other Late Foundation Stage practitioners?”
Socializing… Connections are important…
Until departing for here, he had yearned for scenes of friendship with martial artists his age (physical age).
But after being picked on by Hwangbo Mu-hwi.
And being picked on by Eon Jeongmu.
“…”
His initial romantic notions had faded somewhat.
Socializing… Connections are important… But… Do I really need to expand my network at this stage?
The imperial palace already has a Baek (Emperor). The Medical Pavilion is doing well.
With the rose-colored glasses off, only cold reason remains.
Won’t I just get picked on more the more I go around?
Now that the golden goblin named Jin Cheonhee has appeared at the Martial Righteous Alliance, he can only imagine martial artists with bloodshot eyes for fame coming to raid.
Among them would be martial artists coming to vent their anger accumulated from “master’s friend’s disciple.”
“…”
Jin Cheonhee made his decision.
“I don’t think I need to expand my connections much.”
“Right? So let’s just hang out somewhere inconspicuous, just the two of us. We won’t see each other for a while after this is over.”
Sama Hyeon seems quite regretful about that.
“Speaking of which, has the Wudang Sect not arrived yet?”
“They’ll barely make it after roughly handling the crisis. The Dragon Phoenix Gathering was delayed because of what happened at Wudang.”
And that gathering was held to discuss evidence against the Blood Immortal Sect under the surface.
Master left at dawn to speak with the Martial Righteous Alliance Leader and various elders and sect leaders.
Given his position, he’ll deliberately skip the general assembly but plans to meet them individually.
There seems to be much to discuss before Wudang arrives.
The Chiropractic Hall Master and Acupuncture Hall Master went to meet the Martial Righteous Alliance physicians.
The Surgery Hall physicians under Jin Cheonhee didn’t exist in the Martial Righteous Alliance originally.
It’s a newly established division, and knowledge of surgery itself is unfamiliar.
Hmm… I’ve already given all orders to my senior and intermediate physicians…
Everything that needed to be said was already covered during the early morning assembly.
He could push them harder, but these chicks will experience the Murim ER next week anyway.
Basic training is already complete.
Is there really a need to drill them more at this point…?
They probably haven’t recovered from travel fatigue yet, so let’s not push them.
If they come down with exhaustion, they won’t be able to do anything during the actual gathering.
“Let’s play, brother~ Hm? I can show you a really fun time~”
“…Wait. Let me think if there’s anything else I need to do.”
“Brother. How could you think of others when your little sister is here?”
Damn it.
“If you won’t play with me, I’ll keep using this voice, brother. I’m really good at causing chaos. You can trust me~”
“Fine. You win. Just stop that.”
Sama Hyeon giggled at Jin Cheonhee’s surrender.
Though he’d grown bigger, he was still like a child around his brother.
“Just relax when you’re with me~ You’ll be busy soon, right?”
Jin Cheonhee knew Sama Hyeon was persistent, but didn’t know he was this tenacious.
Though thinking about it, that makes sense.
He was not just anyone, but the future Hao Sect Leader who fought Yeo Ha-ryoon while burning the world as the Time Mountain Blood Fear.
Someone who rose from the bottom without any special bloodline or family to protect him.
It wouldn’t make sense without persistence and tenacity.
When he grabbed his arm and clung on determinedly, Jin Cheonhee could see the angle of a skilled professional troublemaker.
Finally, Jin Cheonhee decided to spare some time for the future Hao Sect Leader.
Meaning he agreed to play along.
“Since you’re a foodie, I’ll find you a good restaurant in a quiet place. Without Hwanggu and Noe-jin… right?”
Woof!
Squeak!
The two furry beasts expressed their displeasure. But Sama Hyeon continued without concern.
“But having two beasts around draws too much attention~ Just let me have brother for one day. He wants to rest too, right? How tired must he be taking care of you all day?”
“No, Hyeon. I’m actually grateful to them. It wasn’t really that tiring…”
Cutting off his brother’s words, Sama Hyeon said with moist eyes:
“…Brother~★”
Damn it. As expected of someone with opera background. The emotions in his acting are so real.
Finally yielding to the professional troublemaker’s skill, Jin Cheonhee promised the two spirit beasts special food when he returned and headed out.