History of the Greatest Territory Design - Episode 292
292fury. Reckless driving is bad. (3)
Three days have passed.
Meanwhile, a strange rumor was circulating among the Chardolbaram tribesmen..
“Honey, did you hear? That human.”
“Are you human? who?”
“The human who came here a few days ago..”
“Oh, that guy with the red speeding sign? His name was Lloyd Frontera, I guess?”
“yes that's right. Lloyd Frontera. But that person is going to give a lecture..”
“lecture?”
“yes.”
“what kind of lecture?”
“I heard they were going to give an in-depth lecture on what speeding is..”
“That's really true?”
“yes. You've been feeling anxious these days, feeling like your running spirit isn't as good as before..”
“Ugh, I did. It's a big problem because my physical strength isn't as good as it used to be..”
“So, why don’t you listen to that lecture too??”
“Then will it get better??”
“It's okay. You have to make it to the bottom line. On my way, I'm taking some kids with me..”
“Take the kids too.?”
“You know? How important is early education these days?.”
“Well, that's what I heard. Not from another race, but from a barely human being who got a red speeding sign. There must be a hidden secret to running faster.”
“I guess so? I hope our children grow up to be great colts who receive the red mark like that human..”
“No problem. After all, you are wise.”
……There was also a conversation between the couple..
or…….
“older brother! There was an uproar!”
“what? What's going on??”
“Well, the human who got that red speeding sign. That person is giving a lecture.”
“what? lecture? what a lecture?”
“What is speeding! They said they were going to let everyone know..”
“……Write it. Is that true??”
“yes.”
“Then it's a big deal.”
“Right? I don't know if this is going to spread a running technique similar to the one we developed in all directions..”
“That's right. That should remain our secret.”
“Should I patent it now??”
“Hmm, when did you say the lecture was??”
“It's the day after tomorrow.”
“Tsk. Then it is too late to submit a patent. There won't be enough time to get reviewed..”
“So what should I do??”
“Let’s listen to the lecture first. It would be a good idea to first check what that person's speeding theory is..”
“Okay, brother. Then, shall I put my name on the lecture application list??”
“okay. Put it all up.”
“no way? You mean all of our members??”
“of course. Not only the running members, but also the hoof maintenance team, without exception. Even if the speeding theory that person advocates is different from our law, it will serve as a reference..”
“yes. Okay, bro..”
……There was also a conversation between some Centaur youth members..
The rumors didn't stop there..
It also spread outside the territory of the Chardolbalam tribe..
Like a horse without feet runs a thousand miles.
The rumor spread throughout the Great Plains..
“Chief! A person who received a red speeding sign in the neighboring Chardolbaram tribal territory is giving a lecture.!”
“This is an opportunity. The human theory of speeding will definitely have some aspects that are different from ours, so if you learn about it and refer to it at this opportunity, you will definitely benefit..”
“Let's go too!”
“faster!”
“Be more agile!”
“Without hesitation!”
The neighboring Wild Grass Rock Tribe, Deer Cloud Tribe, and even the Mushroom Stream Tribe and Dew Pile Tribe..
In addition, numerous centaurs from a total of 21 tribes located throughout the Great Plains flocked after hearing about Lloyd's lecture..
It was a crowded number like a cloud..
There was a wide range of ages and genders..
young couple with a child.
Noh Ik-jang insists he is still on active duty..
Even the colt Centaur hopes to become the future reckless driving champion..
In just three days after the rumor spread, the village of Chardolbaram tribe became crowded with people, no, Mapa (?) like Sindorim Station during rush hour..
Everyone gathered to hear Lloyd's lecture..
Thanks to you, around the next morning.
Finally, the ‘What is Speeding’ lecture began..
“Hmm, thank you all for gathering like this. This is Lloyd Frontera..”
Wide grassland near Chardalbaram Village.
Lloyd greeted the more than 1,000 centaurs gathered there..
Stress your vocal cords and speak with a clear voice..
He turned his body slightly and showed his back..
The red speeding ticket on his back was clearly visible..
At that moment, a soft exclamation flowed among the centaurs gathered to listen to the lecture..
“……It's real. It's a real red speeding sign.”
“It looks brilliant when you see it in person..”
“Mom, this is my first time seeing that..”
“Keep it in mind. Later on, you will become a great adult who receives hundreds of such things. Understand?”
Suk-deok-suk-deok, roaring!
Exclamations whispering from all directions.
There was envy in the eyes focused on Lloyd..
Meanwhile, Lloyd remained silent for a moment..
I waited for a moment for the clutter to subside..
Soon, when everyone's attention quieted down.
I opened my mouth again.
“nice to meet you. I am the person who got the red speeding sign. I believe everyone is here because they are curious about my running secrets. That's right. What is speeding! Today, from now on, we would like to have a meaningful time sharing in-depth stories about speeding with you. So shall we start with applause??”
Clap clap clap clap clap!
Naturally, it elicited a positive response from the centaurs..
A satisfied smile appeared on Lloyd's lips..
“Yes, your palms feel cool for the first time in a while, right? Blood circulation is so important. Now, let’s start the actual lecture. What is speeding? I think this is a topic that everyone here thinks about very desperately, every day, all day long. Is that correct?”
nod!
everyone nodded.
It was really.
what is speeding.
How can I run faster?.
How can I outrun my competitors like the wind?.
That was their only concern.
It was always, always, something I aspired to do my whole life..
Of course Lloyd knew that too..
So I prepared today’s lecture..
And he laughed at everyone and said.
“To conclude, speeding is the most stupid thing..”
“……!”
Everyone's wide eyes.
A look as if asking what on earth you are talking about.
But Lloyd's tongue was even more unstoppable and he stepped on the full accelerator..
“Running fast is, of course, good. It's refreshing. I'm also excited. By the way. Let’s think about it. Don't you think it's a bit empty and childish to run fast and show off your speed everywhere without distinction??”
“…….”
“I stayed here for a few days and saw what I saw. This is a picture of many people running recklessly within the tribal village. The crossroads between stables, the alley between tents, near the area where young foals hang out, it just ran everywhere. And then an accident almost happened. In fact, I have already witnessed several accidents, big and small..”
“…….”
“So is it okay? No matter how fast you run, what happens? Speeding or whatever, you drive with bravado and cause an accident. I ended up hurting another centaur. I got hurt too. Do you know what it is called in the human world? It's just a nuisance..”
“…….”
everyone was silent.
But the silence was quite cold..
The gaze focused on this direction was also the same..
It was a much colder reaction than expected..
A wry smile appeared on Lloyd's lips..
Suddenly, I remembered the time I lived in Korea..
‘There were a lot of people driving recklessly there too..’
Looking back, it wasn't subtle, but there was quite a bit..
Even though the blue light for pedestrians was on at the intersection, I could often see cars approaching headfirst..
There were even cars screeching past people crossing the crosswalk..
It was the same on small streets without traffic lights in the neighborhood..
There is a person standing in front of the crosswalk.
Even when trying to cross the crosswalk.
Of course, there were a lot more cars passing by, ignoring pedestrians as if cars came first..
It was hard to find a car that would stop to let pedestrians pass first..
Is that all?.
‘There were many cases where cars were parked in no-parking zones, near fire hydrants or crosswalks. Violating the speed limit is a given. Everyone slows down to the speed limit only when passing a spot with a speed control camera, and then steps on the accelerator as soon as they pass the camera. Actually, I did that too.’
before going to the military.
Before the house collapses.
After getting my driver's license, I drove my father's car to Busan..
That was the first time I knew it.
The 110km speed limit on the Central Inland Expressway is only observed in places where there are enforcement cameras..
In places where there are no cameras, everyone laughs at 130, 140, and 150 degrees..
It was the same even in the city..
‘Speed limit in the city is 50, 60... … . No one kept it. No, that's still noble. Fortunately, even though ordinary people speed up a little, they do not drive recklessly. But some people... … ha.’
I sighed when I thought about it..
Reckless drivers often seen.
It's normal to barge in without even blinking..
To pass the range, he speeds up and casts a tail bite as if risking his life..
I often saw cars cutting through three or four lanes as if crossing a continent..
Cigarette ash and sparks were blown away, and cigarette butts were thrown out the window..
There were also drivers who honked their horns and flashed their high beams as if threatening the car in front of them when they drove a little slower..
‘That's blatantly reckless driving and senseless threatening driving..’
But such cases were not rare..
There were quite a lot.
I was a little shocked inside..
I thought that wasn't right.
I wondered what on earth he was thinking while driving the steering wheel..
It was still the same now.
‘The centaurs here are similar. The perception that they are driving recklessly is rare. Because I've always run like that until now. Because I took it for granted as a tradition to show off my speed anywhere. Depending on the location, you can't accept the concept of keeping your speed and being aware of your surroundings..’
I'm only interested in running fast.
I think that's the most important thing.
There was no safety or anything..
I felt like I had to change that..
That's why.
Lloyd spoke even more forcefully..
No, he openly provoked the centaurs..
“If you have common sense, if you are intelligent, and if you have manners to be considerate of those around you, then of course you should be able to distinguish between where you should run and where you should not. Wouldn't you say so? Not everyone goes to the bathroom anywhere, right? The same goes for running. Depending on the location, you must be able to distinguish whether it is a place to run wild or not and run accordingly. But that doesn't work? Do you know what such a person is called??”
“…….”
still no one answered.
Lloyd's voice rang out clearly in everyone's increasingly chilly silence..
“Inconsiderate. I can express it in these words. But unfortunately, that was the case with many of the things I saw here. Even if there are kids nearby, they just run. Regardless of whether there is another person at the intersection or not, it runs as if you are on your own to avoid it. Then, when you bump into something, fall down, and make a mess, it's only then that you hold on to your broken leg and regret it. What is that, really? Best driver, no, that's not how runners run.”
“……Then how do you run, you brilliant human being?!”
Finally, voices of protest erupted..
Centaurs gathered for a lecture.
Among them, there was a young man who particularly stood out..
It was about 1.2 times bigger than the others, and even its hooves were thick and strong..
The well-developed muscles of the legs and whole body wriggled like statues..
The silky white fur covering the entire body was also impressive..
He even had a handsome face..
Lloyd asked the young man.
“Yes, his name is?”
“Comanche et al. Champion here on the Great Plains three years in a row..”
“champion? Are you saying you are the fastest centaur??”
“exactly. He is also the next warchief who will lead all centaurs in this land..”
The young man turned his back towards me..
The red speeding sign attached to his back like a medal was clearly visible..
There were as many as five.
Centaur champion, Comanche said.
“I think this is enough to introduce myself. Anyway, I'd like to ask that great person over there. How on earth do the best runners who claim to have common sense, intelligence, and consideration run? I'd like to hear some great opinions..”
“Yes, that's a good question. The answer is simple. Run as much as you want, only in designated areas. Don't be a nuisance to those around you..”
“That means limiting our right to run freely wherever we want.?”
“It's not a right, it's a riot..”
“It's our tradition.!”
“It's not a tradition, it's probably a bad habit..”
“I can prove that rude remark and take responsibility.?”
“How can I prove it and take responsibility??”
“Let's run with me!”
The excited Comanche pounded my chest..
He declared, almost shouting in this direction..
“I guess they don't know because they're humans, but we Centaurs don't listen to slow people. So prove it. That they are faster than our species!”
“Hmm, I already got a red speeding sign.?”
“That's probably not from you, but from the hamster.!”
The Comanche pointed in this direction..
“I heard it from my cousin, the patrol leader. I heard he competed riding a giant hamster! That's why I can't admit it. You're cowardly. Prove your speed by kicking the ground with your own legs and cutting through the wind.!”
“So, it sounds like they are saying that if I run against them without riding anything and win, they will accept my opinion. Is that correct?”
“exactly!”
“So is this a challenge to me from Mr. Comanche??”
“Of course it is!”
The Comanche shouted excitedly..
And I was sure.
A poor, slow human being who walks and runs on two thin legs..
There was no way that I, the centaur champion, would ever lose to a race like that..
So today, in front of everyone, I will flatten the nose of that arrogant and spoiled person..
He had a fierce smile full of confidence..
Thanks to this, Lloyd also smiled brightly..
and thought.
That guy was really caught..
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