I can see the Emperor's stats-Chapter 159
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“I really have no face with Daehyeop. I will definitely give a mantra to the Lord and try to improve the situation.”
“Namu Amitabha. The small monk also begged the lord. He's not a person who can't tell the difference, so why... … .”
Namgung Ilcheon and Master Jiu, the leaders of the Jeongdo Union, bowed their heads in front of Julius with expressions full of regret.
The two actually had doubts about Jeong Do-maeng's decision this time.
'To stop foreign enemies by dragging Nokrimdo and the ronin... In fact, isn't it like leaving those who are difficult to control to Julius Grand Hyeop?'
It was an order from the imperial family, so they would obey it, but common sense made it impossible for a bandit and a ronin who worked for money to fight faithfully. No matter how you think about it, it is unreasonable to include them as a meaningful force.
In addition, even though he is the benefactor of the Jeongdo Union, Jeong Do-maeng does not accept him as a guest, so he is even more sorry.
No matter how many things Julius had yet to reveal, considering the achievements he made this time, it was an absurdly poor treatment.
'Since when did Jeong Do-maeng treat his benefactor like this?'
That's why the two couldn't bear to raise their heads in front of Julius. However, the person concerned smiled and did not care.
“Thank you for caring. So let's break up here for a while.”
“As requested by the Daehyeop, I will make a report and hold a meeting with the leader right away.”
“Huh… Siju, then I'll see you next time."
“Goodbye.”
After sending them away, Julius turned his head toward Jegalunhyeon.
“Didn’t you say there is a place where Sega characters are staying?”
"That's right. go there at once Nice people will be waiting for you.”
* * *
after a while
Julius was escorted to a remote manor on the outskirts of Luoyang.
There, unlike Jeong Do-maeng, he was ready to welcome them because he had been warned in advance.
“Meet the lord.”
The door of the manor opens wide, and soon the figures of people waiting for Julius are seen.
Julius welcomed them with a smile.
“Rise!”
"majesty! I'm glad you're okay.”
Beatrice tried hard to put on a calm expression, but tears welled up in her eyes. Seeing that, Julius felt a bit confused before being happy.
'It would have been nice to write a letter to announce the news. Others have a high chance of surviving, but it's sure to be difficult for them to adapt to an unfamiliar environment.'
Julius put a hand on her head and stroked it.
“You have suffered a lot.”
“… … .”
But even that moment was short-lived. Beatrice stepped back with a slightly regretful look on her face, as he knew he had work to do before he could unravel the matter.
Julius immediately looked away.
"I'm glad you're okay too."
“It is most fortunate that your lord is unharmed.”
Jegal Hwa-yeong observed the relationship between him and Beatrice with a regretful expression, then hurriedly lowered her head. Then she carefully follows her words.
“I joined Sega’s family, so I didn’t have a lot of trouble. My brother suffered a lot.”
"Brother?"
Julius put on a slightly puzzled expression.
'When did you become so close? Wasn't it awkward before we left?'
“… … .”
“Jegal unnie suffers more than me… … .”
At the word 'trouble', Beatrice lightly blurted out her words, as if she had nothing to answer.
'Well, since I was in an extreme situation of distress, it must have been a natural bond.'
“Nice to meet you, lord.”
There was a person who greeted Julius in a timely manner. As soon as he calmly organizes his thoughts, the one who intervenes must be a person with an excellent eye for seeing the situation.
"hmm?"
What caught Julius' eyes was a young man. He is wearing a bachelor's outfit and holding a scepter in his hand. It reminds me of a scholar who sees the past rather than a Moorim person.
“My name is Zhuge Nebula.”
“Hoo… you?”
Julius stared at the young man in front of him with an expression of interest. He had heard about the leadership of the Zhuge Sega to some extent. Speaking of Zhuge Nebula, isn't he the general manager of Hyunyuejeon?
[Jegal Nebula]
Occupation: bookkeeper, first-class master
Muscular Strength: B Quickness: B Intellect: SS+ Mental Strength: S Force Aptitude: B Force: B
Alignment: Gentle, inquisitive
[characteristic]
Mode (A)
Cheon Ki-seong - A person born with the spirit of Cheon Ki-seong. Possesses great intellect and inquisitive mind.
Zhuge Nebula's intellect was the highest that Julius had ever seen.
'At this level, it's understandable that he's the top head of the Jegal Sega at that age. He must have had the ability to do so.'
“Go in at once. I have tea ready for you.”
“I will.”
* * *
As Julius and others sat around the table, Jegal Nebula opened his mouth with a gentle expression.
“Originally, we were planning to prepare a grand welcome to welcome the lord… … .”
He lowered his head slightly and continued speaking with an apologetic expression.
“First of all, I would like to tell you about the current situation of Jeong Do-maeng. Please forgive my lack of preparation.”
“It doesn't matter. Rather good.”
Julius was deeply impressed. Even though it was the first time seeing him, Jegal Nebula recognized his intentions in a moment and moved on to the topic he wanted.
'You're quick-witted. After all, that high intellect is not a decoration.'
On top of that, Jegal Nebula even apologized to Julius like a subject. This must have been a consideration so that he would not be offended by having penetrated into the heart of the attendant.
'It's coveted enough to make me want to sit in an important position in the empire. He's a person who stands out among the talented people I've seen in the eastern continent.'
However, as much as Julius admires inwardly, Jegal Nebula also gives him a generous evaluation.
'I was dubious when I saw the report, but I can understand why the picky uncle Unhyeon followed him without saying anything.'
The part that Jegal Nebula gave a high evaluation to was that even though Julius met his subordinates who were separated due to distress, he calmed down and put his mind together. He glanced at Beatrice for a moment.
'From what I've heard from the lady, that Yeohyeop is no different from the lord's lover.'
He almost lost the person he cherished the most in a storm with his thoughts, but being calm like that was difficult for a person with a normal age. Considering Julius' age, that composure was something that no ordinary monarch could do.
'But it doesn't seem like he's cold-blooded, so it's only natural that he's trusted by his subordinates.'
In a way, you might think it's stiff and unkind, but seeing how he stroked Beatrice's head just before and congratulated Jegal Hwa-young without exception, the distinction between the work and the work was clear.
'I'll have to watch more for a clear judgment, but it's clear that he's an outstanding person.'
[Jegal Nebula]
Current status: curious, likable
'I don't know why, but it seems that my first impression of me isn't bad.'
Realizing what he was thinking, Julius also asked a question in a more relaxed tone.
“So, what is the current status of Jeong Do-maeng?”
“It is a pretty difficult situation. Since the head of the family is also in a state of semi-pension, it's practically as if the Sega's influence has been blocked.”
“Are you the family head?”
"That's right."
According to him, Jegaldo, a soldier of Jeong Do-maeng and the head of Jegal Sega, is currently staying in the Maeng and is restricted from entering the country for the reason of maintaining neutrality.
“Originally, I thought Shin Seong Daehyeop, the leader, would save me, but he also said that this time there was no choice because it was the opinion of the majority.”
“Yeah, that’s right. Can you release the fish you caught?”
At the words Julius spat out, Zhuge Nebula nodded.
"also… It's unfortunate.”
“Sungwoon, can you say that?”
Jegal Hwa-yeong, who noticed the meaning, asked again with a surprised expression.
“What you think is correct, Mrs.
“I can.”
It was hard to accept the words that Lord Jeong Do plotted against Julius and Sega.
After hearing the situation, Jegal Nebula let out a sigh.
"after… This has made things difficult. His support base is not easy to dig out the leader.”
“After all, it is not a simple task.”
“Even if you beat him out there, the variable of the imperial family's order remains. The Demonic Cult’s plan this time is surprising.”
In fact, blocking the Imperial Fleet was not that difficult. If Julius went out on his own, those who recognized him would stop fighting. However, the imperial edict was the most problematic.
"hmm… … .”
Unless this was resolved, there was no point in removing the Jeong Do Lord. After thinking for a while, Jegal Nebula groaned and put on a troubled expression.
“If not, the entire Jeong Do-maeng could be accused of disobeying the imperial family's orders as traitors.”
No matter how smart he is, he can't seem to come up with a good solution in this situation. Here, Julius smiled brightly.
“I have an idea, would you like to hear it?”
“I will listen.”
Hearing the words of Julius, who jumped out next, Jegal Nebula slightly widened his eyes.
“Isn’t it okay to become a traitor once in a while?”
"yes?"
“You still don’t understand?”
“I’m sorry.”
Jegal Nebula was clearly a much smarter person than Julius. But there was a reason why no solution came to mind.
“You think too much according to the world of Moorim. Have you forgotten who I am?”
“… … !?”
flash
As soon as he heard those words, lightning flashed in Zhuge Nebula's head.
'The master is the crown prince of the western continent. And now that country's fleet has entered the eastern continent... … . then?'
It wasn't that he was stupid. Because he had lived in Moorim all his life, he had never thought of it this way. he exclaimed in a tone of amazement.
"okay. If that's the case, it will be possible to draw the power of Jeong Do-maeng to our side!”
"what!?"
Others in the hall didn't seem to notice yet, but Zhuge Nebula was different too.
Julius gave a satisfied smile as he looked at him who was quick to judge.
“Then, I will listen to your opinion on the detailed plan.”
* * *
next day.
Julius was standing in front of the gate with a huge plaque hanging on it.
[Jeongdo Moorim Guardian Federation]
In short, it is a degree blindness.
“Then shall we begin?”
Speaking in a light tone, Julius was accompanied by Jegal Yunhyeon on the left and Beatrice on the right.
"who are you?"
A master guard in charge of the front gate blocked Julius. His job is to check anyone without a pass or suspicious person.
'What the hell is he doing?'
"I'm here to meet the lord."
“… … !?”
'Could it be that he is the Lord's guest?'
He spoke again in a cautious tone.
“Do you have an entry permit?”
“There is no such thing.”
"yes? Then make an appointment... … .”
“It’s nothing like that.”
“… … .”
Watching Julius respond in a refreshing tone, the guard in charge of the guards had a look of bewilderment for a moment, but soon began to tremble. Come to think of it, isn't he a suspicious looking guy?
“What is your purpose for coming here?”
As expected, Julius answered with an expressionless expression.
“It's frustrating. Didn't you say it was to meet the Lord?”
visor!
Chae Chaeng!
In an instant, Gosu drew his sword. At the same time, the two masters, feeling unusual from behind, joined. A total of three masters are blocking the path of Julius and the others.
“Strike!”
Shih!
In an instant, three longswords aimed at Julius and shot like bullets.
“Hoo… … .”
He had a twinkle in his eyes.
'The level of those who are simply in charge of guarding is this much. As expected, it would be difficult to turn the entire Jeongdo Alliance into enemies.'
Even though access control was not a very high position, no one entrusted Jeong Do-maeng with security.
In fact, they were called 'Luoyang Three Swords' and were famous masters in their own neighborhood.
However, this is just a general case. Julius and the others did not fall into that category.
snap.
Julius gave a signal by slightly raising his left hand.
visor!
A short metallic sound rang out.
“… … !?”
The Luoyang Three Swords felt something cool pass through them.
Clink!
Pars.
The next moment they saw their swords shattering and scattering fragments.
"Unbelievable… … .”
The Luoyang Three Swords looked in horror at the person standing between Julius and them. To her surprise, she was a slender woman.
She stood with her sword drawn and they didn't even feel her sword move.
'He's a master on a different level from us. Where did these people come from?'
And earlier, Julius' appearance was so unusual that I couldn't take my eyes off it.
“Jegal Daehyeop! Who are these people?”
Jegal Unhyeon shrugged his shoulders wordlessly.
“… … !?”
The master who drew the sword for the first time hesitated and had no choice but to ask again. It would be dog death if they attacked here and now.
“Meeting the leader is impossible unless you apply for a meeting in advance. If you tell us what kind of deceased you are, we will... … .”
"what?"
Julius cut off his words and tilted his head.
“Is that strange?”
"yes?"
“I applied, but didn’t you keep ignoring me?”
"what… … .”
“If you don’t know, tell me now.”
Julius spat out one word at a time.
“I mean, the Sharnos Empire in the Western Continent sent a messenger to Jeong Do-maeng.”
* * *
“Lord! At least, please withdraw the treatment of Zhuge Zhou.”
"haha… This old man wants it too. however… … .”
Sin Sung tried to say something, but there were characters who quickly intervened.
“I understand the vice-maengju’s opinion, but isn’t that the situation now?”
“Just looking at the report that came in right away, they say that the size of the warship floating in the South Sea is unusual.”
“… … .”
Namgung Ilchun glared at them who objected with an angry expression. They were Seomunsung and Paengmujin, the heads of the other five generations. Mu Gong is much lower than that, but they are the ones who can never ignore the right to speak.
'The interest... … .'
Sin Sung-seong, the leader, was in the position that he would treat it fairly, so one side did not raise his hand.
And since more than half of the leaders of the Maeng were against it, even he, the vice-maenglord, could not easily exercise the right to make decisions.
'What about this? Huh... … .'
Drooling!
While he was suffering internally, the door to the meeting room was suddenly thrown open.
“Lord!”
“… … !?”
The one who opened the door was a ragged beggar. It is clear that this is a way to open up.
“What is it?”
“Urgent news! Foreign enemies from the South Sea have started moving north at incredible speed!”
“What?”
“All the top leaders of Jeong Do-maeng asked back in surprise.
“Unbelievable speed? And where did she say she was headed?”
"after… … .”
The beggar took a moment to catch his breath before coming up with an even more startling story.
“The destination is right here! It is Luoyang. And among them are some incredible masters. They say maybe we can get close to it in two days!”
"her?"
“Coriander?”
They had heard that the imperial palace was invading foreign enemies, so I thought they were mainly dealing with trained soldiers. What did they mean by this?
Shin Seong-seong opened his mouth with a calm expression.
“Tell me a little bit more… … .”
Drooling!
Before he could finish his words, the door to the meeting room opened again.
“This is the conference room. Probably the leaders of the Maeng, including Ilcheon, are gathered.”
“Good job.”
Julius answered briefly, smiled, and moved slowly.
“… … !?”
“Who are you!”
Seeing this, Jeong Do-maeng's leaders jumped up and stood up from their seats.
“Great deal? You wouldn't have been given permission to enter?”
Namgung Ilchun hurriedly approached him and tried to stop him with a whisper.
[Cheap! If you act wrong here, you could turn Jeong Do-myeong into an enemy... … .]
[This is not why I came here today.]
[…] … !?]
Yuriu stared straight at the old man sitting in the seat of honor.
“Are you the right leader?”
"haha… That's right."
Shin Seong-seong was pretending to be calm, but Julius knew that he was quite taken aback.
Took!
Julius took the scroll out of his pocket and threw it onto the table.
"I couldn't help it because they wouldn't let me in."
“… … !?”
Shin Seong opened the scroll with a puzzled look. In an instant, the chief's gaze was directed to the table.
"This?"
[To the lord of the East Continent.
The Sharnos Empire was attacked by a group presumed to be the Demonic Cult a few months ago. In the meantime, of course, His Highness, the prince of the Empire, received an assassination threat... … .
… (syncopation)…
Accordingly, the Empire plans to punish the Demonic Cult appropriately and hopes for cooperation.]
“… … .”
'What is this again!'
After confirming the contents, the leaders of Jeong Do-maeng could only stare at each other stupidly.
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