Chapter 291
291fury. closing ceremony (3)
Sigh. Sigh.
Jo Cheon-sang finely polished the blade with a grinding stone..
Slowly and with concentration.
Since the sword has always been maintained perfectly, there was no need to re-raise the blade now..
‘It's just an old habit.’
It has been a ritual performed since childhood before taking an exam or embarking on an important mission..
As I was slowly sharpening my blade, all of my distracting thoughts disappeared and I was able to focus entirely on myself..
“You seem nervous.?”
Hearing a slightly mischievous voice, Jo Cheon-sang stopped what he was doing and turned his head. The leader broke through the waiting room tent and came in..
Jo Cheon-sang stood up and bowed..
“Are you here?.”
“Did I interrupt your concentration??”
“no. It's just an old habit, something you don't need to do anymore..”
Jo Cheon-sang said with a calm face..
However, Maengju, who had seen Lord Cheonmu for several years, could feel it..
Jo Cheon-sang’s eyes are hotter than ever.
It was clear that the reason he suddenly started sharpening his blade was to cool down the heat boiling inside his body..
A smile formed on the corner of the leader’s mouth..
“I didn't know you were such a passionate warrior..”
“……Rather than a desire to win, it is curiosity as a warrior who sharpens his sword..”
“Even though it was just curiosity, the speculation against Blue Dragon Credit Union was very fierce.?”
“that…….”
When I pointed out Jo Cheon-sang's actions the other day, his face turned red..
Maengju saw that and laughed..
Lord Cheonmu was one of the strongest swordsmen in the Murim Alliance, but he had a naive side, perhaps because he came from a group of nine factions..
“It's actually strange that nothing happened. One day, the guy who fell from the sky gained a reputation comparable to the Ten Lords. Besides, didn't he suddenly sit in a key position in the Murim Alliance??”
“…….”
Since these words came from the mouth of the person who put him in that important position, Jo Cheon-sang was unable to find the words to reply for a moment..
“I am not jealous of the reputation of Blue Dragon Credit Union. but… … It is true to wonder to what extent he achieved as a swordsman.”
Disciple of Jang Mun-in of the Volcanic Sect.
He was praised as a genius countless times from a young age, and he graduated at the top of his class at Cheonmuhakgwan, where the world's most outstanding talents gather..
‘You probably thought you had no rivals among your peers..’
It was no exaggeration to say that Jo Cheon-sang was the most talented martial artist in his age group..
But one day, a new expert suddenly appeared who enjoyed greater fame than his peers..
Maengju could guess what Jo Cheon-sang was feeling right now..
“Not unpleasant?”
“yes?”
Jo Cheon-sang asked back with a puzzled expression. The leader said with a grin..
“I can't tolerate someone being on top of me? It's even more so because we're the same age. How dare you be evaluated as better than me? You didn't even compete with me?”
“No, I don't go that far…….”
“It's a natural feeling. no need to deny.”
Maengju was one of the absolute leaders of Wulin..
He saw through Jo Cheon-sang's psychology with his transparent eyes..
“You are the kind of guy who can't be satisfied with anything other than the highest place. Thanks to such arrogance, I was able to achieve my current level, and I will be able to rise further in the future. I was like you too.”
“…….”
Jo Cheon-sang was able to be humble because he was better than anyone else..
At the bottom was the arrogance that I was the best..
In other words, when it was denied, I couldn't help but feel unbearable anger..
“……Maybe so.”
It was difficult for Jo Cheon-sang to control his boiling passion for victory..
There have been almost no cases like this in the Hwasan Sect or even in the Cheonmu Hakkan..
There was always competition and it was fierce, but you were always the one who won..
Jo Cheon-sang's rival was not of the same age..
Far above that, the goal was the Ten Masters, the absolute masters of martial arts..
……However, Blue Dragon Credit Union easily achieved a similar reputation..
‘I can't admit it.’
I'll check it out myself.
Is Cheongryong Shinhyeop’s martial arts skills truly outstanding enough to live up to its reputation?.
Jo Cheon-sang looked at his sword..
‘If you are not qualified... … You will be greatly disgraced by this sword..’
Then, Jo Cheon-sang suddenly thought of something and asked Maeng-ju..
“I heard that betting was going on outside about whether Bimu would win or lose. Lord Maeng, where would you bet your money??”
The leader chuckled..
“I'm not sure. What is certain is that Blue Dragon Credit Union is a very shady guy. There's a lot to hide. Even martial arts would be like that..”
The keen sense of a tax expert.
The leader felt that Baek Soo-ryong was still hiding more than he was revealing..
“He will try to beat you without giving it his all..”
“It's impossible.”
Jo Cheon-sang’s eyes began to burn quietly..
“Because today I will reveal the foundation..”
“Let's wait and see.”
The leader grinned and tapped Jo Cheon-sang on the shoulder..
The purpose of visiting Lord Cheonmu in the first place was to bring out fighting spirit..
It seemed like the motivation was solid..
* * *
Two people on both sides of the off-stage climbed the stairs at the same time..
Jeopuk.
Jeopuk.
Although I only took a light step, the crowd that was once noisy like a market fell silent..
The leader stood up and spoke in a loud voice..
“This leader will personally observe. The two of you should keep in mind that this is a friendly meeting, and be careful not to cause serious injury to each other..”
“yes.”
“All right.”
After hearing the two people’s answers, the leader nodded cheerfully..
“start dancing.”
The two people who bowed to the leader turned around and faced each other..
sreung.
Sunlight shone brilliantly on the revealed plum sword..
Twenty Four Hands Plum Blossom Sword Technique).
When Jo Cheon-sang raised his sword and took a stance, the crowd watching was amazed by his elegant appearance..
“Hwasan Sword Master impresses people with just the cardinal formula.!”
“I think I understand why Hwasan is called the best swordsman in the world along with shamans..”
“I'm so nervous that my heart feels like it's going to explode. What kind of martial arts will you show?…….”
The martial artists of the old school are almost regarded as immortals in the civilian world..
This is because it has a reputation and power that are among the top ten in the vast world, and a long history and tradition..
It was common for ordinary warriors to never meet a warrior from the old faction in their lives..
In most cases, the inner disciples step forward, but it is rare for the original disciples to step forward directly..
Therefore, it was very precious to see a disciple of the head temple of Gupa Ilbang..
Even a disciple of Jang Mun-in of the Hwasan Sect..
It was a great fortune to witness the secret dance of a young man with the most noble status in the martial arts world, who could become the next great volcanologist..
“No matter who wins, it will be a tight race.?”
“I'm tired of waiting! Try it quickly!”
“Teacher Baek Soo-ryong! I bet all my money on you!”
“I bet on Hwasan Swordsman!”
Even though he felt numerous eyes pouring on him, Jo Cheon-sang's expression felt relaxed..
“This is Jo Cheon-sang, Lord Cheonmu. In the powerhouses, he is called the Hwasan Swordsman, an undeserved nickname..”
“……”
Baek Soo-ryong stared at Jo Cheon-sang with a stern expression without saying a word..
Looks like he hasn't even drawn his sword yet.
Jo Cheon-sang thought the other person was nervous and smiled softly..
‘Well, you're probably more nervous than me..’
After a while, isn't it possible that the reputation of being equal to the Ten Masters may be damaged?.
However, if Baek Soo-ryong was nervous and couldn't fight properly, it would feel uncomfortable even if he won..
Jo Cheon-sang decided to first ease the other person's tension with a few words..
“It is an honor to experience the sword of the renowned Cheongryong Shinhyeop. Let's compete without pressure, with all our might, without shame..”
“It's all good…….”
Baek Su-ryong finally opened his mouth..
He raised one eyebrow and tilted his head crookedly to one side..
Baek Soo-ryong said in a very disapproving manner..
“At first glance, the words are ambiguously short.?”
“……What are you talking about??”
“That is Lord Cheonmu..”
Baek Soo-ryong's finger pointed at Jo Cheon-sang and then at himself again..
“I am the leader of the Murim League. In other words, I am superior to them. Can I cut the words in half??”
“…….”
Jo Cheon-sang was speechless..
It's a thought I hadn't thought of before..
It's unpleasant, but it makes sense. But Jo Cheon-sang didn’t want to admit it..
“……Draw your sword. A swordsman speaks with his sword. It's unnecessary to have long conversations off stage..”
“Did you talk to him first and then talk back because you are at a disadvantage? Well, there are all these guys?”
Jo Cheon-sang bit his lip at Baek Soo-ryong’s absurd reaction..
Rumor has it that his eloquence was as sharp as a sword.…….
He definitely had a knack for turning people inside out..
“Defeat me first. Then I will speak louder..”
“You can't treat someone weaker than me as your superior? Can I take it in that sense??”
“Think what you will..”
Baek Soo-ryong smiled coldly at that answer..
“you. very cocky.”
Before going on stage, I heard a story about a guy named Cheonmudae who ignored his students..
It was said that those who graduated from Cheongryong Academic Center were no different from those from the city administration..
When I asked Namgungsu why he tolerated it even after hearing those words, Namgungsu said that if there was an uproar and the meeting was cancelled, your chance of defeating Lord Cheonmu would disappear..
‘That guy is getting weirder too..’
Arguably.
Baek Soo-ryong looked at Jo Cheon-sang, who was doing the plum blossom sword technique..
“You're the type I hate.”
“…….”
“Do you think of yourself as something special? You've lived your whole life looking down on and ignoring those who are worse than you, but a sudden stone rolling in will be so annoying that you'll die, right? So I want to take this opportunity to properly embarrass you.?”
“Shut up.”
Even though the world said that Gupailbang was considered a hermit, in Baek Soo-ryong's eyes, it was just that..
sreung.
Baeksu- ryong pulled out his Changryong sword in one go. Jo Cheon-sang's expression hardened at the unusual energy felt from the sword..
“This is what happens when you raise children from a young age..”
“Your arrogance is going too far. Do you think you have the skills to discipline me??”
Instead of answering, Baek Soo-ryong stepped forward..
Kwaang!
In an instant, the distance between them narrowed. Baek Soo-ryong's light attack was faster than Jo Cheon-sang imagined..
However, because I was already prepared, I was able to read the trajectory sufficiently..
‘It seems!’
Jo Cheon-sang performed the twenty-four plum sword technique..
The red sword energy that bloomed from the sword filled the non-stage. The shape was as beautiful as plum leaves fluttering everywhere..
“It's a plum sword technique.!”
The spectators who witnessed the martial arts performance representing the Hwasan faction shouted with joy..
The swordsmanship that represents Hwasan is beautiful and splendid..
It contains numerous changes in one herbal formula, and in terms of speed, it can be counted on one hand in the world..
썣썄죣죣 죣죣!
The moment you become intoxicated by that beautiful plum blossom, your opponent must surrender his or her head to the sword that blooms within..
‘I'll tear your military uniform to shreds..’
The white water dragon was covered with plum blossoms and could no longer be seen..
I had no intention of killing him. However, I was planning to embarrass you here and there..
It was then.
“Twenty- four plum blossom sword technique. It is a martial art that has been studied a lot as it is famous. This is plum blossom dressing..”
Among the swirling plum leaves, the voice of a white water dragon was heard..
“I can't believe they use such a famous herbal diet without even using algae. Are you looking at me like an asshole? Or are you just an asshole??”
“how…….”
All those countless plum blossoms were black. How can you be okay in there??
Sighaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!
All the plum leaves that filled the non-stage were swept away, and Baek Soo-ryong walked out looking fine..
“Looking at your surprised expression, I see that you are an asshole..”
The Changryong sword, which still had strength after tearing the plum blossom, fell like a thunderbolt towards Jo Cheon-sang..
Whoa whoa!
Jo Cheon-sang's sword, which could not resist the formidable sword power, flew into the sky..
“!!”
The knowledgeable spectators jumped up from their seats..
Among them was the Murim lord..
“Confrontation without shame? Do the damn thing.”
Baek Soo-ryong caught a glimpse of Jo Cheon-sang retreating backwards, holding on to the wrist that had let go of the sword, and turned his head..
“I am Baek Soo-ryong, the leader of the Murim Alliance..”
The Cheonmudae warriors who made eye contact with him looked as if they had seen ghosts..
“From now on, I will teach you a lesson, so watch carefully and learn. And decide how to behave in front of me from now on.”
Baeksu-ryong walked towards Lord Cheonmu, who had not yet come to his senses..
“If you don't want to be beaten the same way.”
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