Chapter 161
Episode 161: Sometimes tragedy is nearby.
The two prayers were different..
If my father's prayer was like falling into an endless abyss, my body became cold, my energy slowed down, and I was gripped by the fear of suffocation, then Murim Lord Jin Pae-cheon's prayer was like a typhoon in the dark sea..
I steadfastly resisted the leader’s prayers. The storm lifted me into the air and sank me to the bottom of the sea, but I did not lose my senses..
My martial arts skills began to react reflexively. When I meet a strong enemy, this is how Pungsinsabo stimulates me..
―Let's fight. Let’s tear that prayer apart! Let's go through the typhoon!
Trying to suppress the temptation of this top-class martial arts skill, I endured the Murim Lord's prayer until the end. Just as the dance at the bar with my father helped me greatly, just holding on to this prayer will be a great learning experience..
As I endured the prayer, the expression ‘Look at this guy?’ appeared on the Murim Lord’s face..
At the same time, the pressure became more intense. Lightning began to strike the typhoon-ridden sea. Huge whirlwinds formed in various parts of the ocean, raising the sea water. The leader's prayer truly brought about great fear..
The Murim Lord was such a thief. I thought that maybe the reason my father dreamed of unifying the Murim was because of this Murim lord. There is no way the presence of such a powerful antagonist would not have stimulated my father..
My ability to endure has reached its limit. Now is the time to either fall or run.
Just then, I saw again.
two eyes.
Huge eyes looking at me.
Some gigantic being was looking at me. I could see that it was the Heavenly Demon Spirit I had seen in the picture before..
I haven't even learned the Nine Flame Magic Gong yet, so why do I keep seeing visions of the Heavenly Demon Spirit??
A huge Heavenly Demon Spirit stood tall in the sea, blocking the blowing typhoon and looking down at me. Those eyes seemed to despise me, seemed to miss me, and felt pity for me. It also seemed like there were no emotions whatsoever..
The illusion of the Heavenly Demon Soul gradually disappeared..
The Murim Lord's prayers, which seemed to threaten to kill him, had already disappeared. The Murim lord standing far away was surprised at me for holding on until the end..
I was almost on the verge of collapse. If the Heavenly Demon Spirit had not stopped him at the last moment, he would have lost consciousness and collapsed. The Heavenly Demon Spirit may have been an illusion created by my mental power, but it was so vivid that it felt like the real Heavenly Demon Spirit had visited me..
I repeated to the leader what I said earlier..
―Only I can save my granddaughter.
Now, Qin Feichian was no longer angry. Because it was said by a person who endured his prayers..
―what does that mean?
Meeting the Murim Lord and revealing his identity.
It was a choice I would not have made originally. But in the end, the reason I chose it was because of the two weapons I had..
The first is because I trust my experience. From the experience before the regression to the experience gained while dealing with the Mazons after the regression. Because you trust me.
However, if it were not for the second weapon, I would not have made the reckless choice to meet the Murim Lord, relying only on experience..
My second weapon is his granddaughter Jin Ha-ryeong..
Since she was deeply involved in this matter, the Murim Lord was convinced that he had no choice but to help me in the end. I feel sorry for her, but I plan to take full advantage of her. I'm sure you'll understand because it's for her sake anyway..
―Have you heard of Cheonmyeonghoe??
Jin Peicheon nodded. Recently, people have been committing various evil acts by impersonating our school, so of course the Murim Alliance is aware of this fact..
―I was tracking them down under my father's orders. However, I received information that they are plotting in relation to this Soryong War..
―The information source is?
―It's a wicked gokju.
Jin Peicheon was not surprised. Like Cheonmyeonghoe, he would have heard information about the recent death of Gokju, a wicked man. I just didn't know yet that these two incidents were connected..
―I heard that the owner of the evil song has changed..
―It is something he revealed in order to survive, so it is certain information. That's why I've come to have my subordinates participate in the Xiaolong battle and catch them..
―If that had happened, you should have let us know..
―There are circumstances where that cannot be done..
―What is the situation??
―This is because defeating Lord Cheonmyeong is the test for succession handed down to me..
Jin Peicheon's eyes deepened coldly and he prayed again. This prayer was different from the typhoon-riddled sea seen earlier. It was a gentle prayer that wrapped around my body like a spring breeze and read the changes in my emotions, an attempt to confirm whether what I was saying was true..
―Let Haryeong tell the story..
―I am convinced that Cheon Myeong-hoe is targeting Jin Soje..
―The reason I'm sure?
―We have discovered information that Cheonmyeonghoe is plotting a plot related to Soryongjeon. However, when I came here, I saw that Sojeo, who lost in this Soryong match, participated and is even a strong candidate for the championship. A coincidence? you're welcome. I'm sure they'll be targeting Jean Sozer. No, they planned it from the beginning after knowing that Jin Sozer would participate..
―Even if that's the case, I just have to step in and solve it myself. Why would I entrust my granddaughter's affairs to you??
―If anyone other than me intervenes now, Jin Soje will be in danger..
The prayer that had gently enveloped me suddenly became cold. As soon as the granddaughter's danger was mentioned, Ki-do became desperate..
―The Cheonmyeonghoe is a much larger and more powerful organization than we originally thought. Perhaps there are some among the leaders of our church, the Murim Alliance, and the Apostolic Alliance who have already been taken in by them. This is also why we need to have a conversation now..
I told them how the evil Gokju and the evil Soma's Four Baek had already been captured by them. If a person like this was included, it wouldn't be easy to see..
―If you look into it, you will know that what I am saying is true. Fortunately, they don't yet know that I'm here and tracking them. If you trust me, I will bring them to their senses..
Jin Feicheon stared at me without saying a word. Originally, I would have thought it was a conspiracy by our school and would never have believed it. But when Jin Ha-ryeong became involved, it was not easy to shake him off..
I am the only one who can save your granddaughter now..
My persuasion continued with the most powerful weapon..
―I'm sure you've heard a lot of information about me. I don't know what kind of information it was, but I'm sure of this. I am trying to build a magic island that is different from before. At least they don't use the opposing faction's young granddaughter to scheme things up..
The Heavenly Demon Church, the Murim Alliance, and the Apostolic Alliance are sending countless messages to each other. So I know all the basic information. I think you probably understand to some extent the details of my activities as a netherfoot note..
―Do you know why I was determined to save my granddaughter??
―why?
―She is the granddaughter of the Murim lord, and she is willing to marry her just to protect the life of a servant. You raised me really well..
It was both sincerity and flattery..
Jin Feicheon walked towards me with long strides..
Flash! The moment I did that, Jin Feicheon’s sword was aimed at my neck..
“Go back and wait. I'll give you an answer soon.”
“Yes, I'll wait..”
I greeted him politely and turned around..
His gaze from behind my back was so powerful that it felt like it would pierce me..
It's natural to have doubts about me, but I just hope you make a wise decision..
* * *
When he returned to his guest house, Seo Dae-ryong had his luggage all packed so that he could leave at any time..
“ah! You're back!”
“What is this all about??”
“What would you say? I packed my bags so I could run away if I had to..”
“I am?”
“Don't worry. Sir, I have packed all my luggage..”
“no. When something happens, it means I'm in trouble.?”
“But you can't beat me too, right??”
“…….”
“…….”
“ah! You don't know how much I've missed hearing this lame joke from you..”
“It wasn't a joke. Anyway, how was it? Have you met the Murim Lord??”
“I thought I was going to die.”
“It's strong after all?”
I nodded..
“Welcome back.”
Seo Dae-ryong started unpacking again. The face was filled with relief as the playfulness disappeared..
Now I know enough about Seo Dae-ryong. It's not a joke, if I do something wrong, he will run away immediately. I'm not the type to get emotional and seek revenge..
After he goes back and reports the situation, his revenge will begin. Just as I memorized all the gods of the demon army to get revenge on my senior Hwangcheongak, I might memorize all the martial arts warriors. Seo Dae-ryong is a man who dreams of revenge until he dies, whether it be for ten years or a hundred years..
“Sir, what is your identity??”
“Now I know it's me.”
“Then I get it too..”
“yes.”
“Can I still win??”
Can you do it? Seo Dae-ryong’s expression was very serious when he asked this..
“Now I have to do it no matter what.”
“why?”
“The Murim Lord knew about the existence of Cheonmyeonghoe, right? Then they hope their granddaughter wins and becomes their goal.?”
“They hope I win and become their goal instead..”
“yes.”
“Ah, where would a person without a grandfather live in sorrow? grandfather! are you watching?”
I laughed at Seo Dae-ryong’s joke and said,.
“Think positively. Because this is the moment in your life when you receive the support of the Murim Lord..”
“ah! I see. I have another thing to brag about at the drinking party. But is it okay to reveal everything like this to the Murim Lord??”
“We need to give up the idea that we can achieve something by deceiving the Murim Lord. I will continue to treat him honestly. I will show you all ninety-nine truths.”
“So what is the other lie??”
“Why do you think it's a lie??”
“yes?”
“It could be the truth that hasn't been told yet.”
“what kind of truth?”
I looked out the window at the Murim Alliance building in the distance and said,.
“You'll find out later, much later..”
* * *
The next morning, I woke up.
The Heavenly Demon Tiger woke me up..
When I left the guest room and went down to the first floor, I saw someone sitting alone in a guest room on the first floor with the door closed. Although he did not reveal any prayers, his presence was revealed just by his outline in the darkness. The man who made me nervous just by sitting with his back turned was none other than the Murim Lord Jin Peecheon..
“Are you here??”
I sat across from him. There was no sign of the Heavenly Dragon Squadron around. However, it is not far away and they will be hiding in various places and guarding the surroundings tightly..
Jin Feicheon suddenly brought up the story of his father..
“I've met your father twice in my life..”
I listened to him in silence..
“He was a person who made me think that I should try harder every time I met him. It was your father who didn't let me stop..”
I felt like I knew what the leader was feeling. Because my father was a man who aspired to become stronger than anyone else..
“I had forgotten about it for a while, but yesterday you rekindled the dying embers in my heart..”
It meant that he had a strong impression on me for receiving his prayer. If I'm like this when I'm young, what will it be like later? You must have felt this sense of crisis.
“Okay, I'll leave this job to you..”
You must have thought a lot before making this decision. Who did he consult with? Who was the person he trusted the most??
“But there is one condition..”
“please speak.”
“I need to know everything that happens next. From this moment on, you will have one of my people attached to you. He's going to be watching your every move..”
Even now, I felt that someone was hiding around us. He was as expert in the art of stealth as his father's bodyguard, Hwi. Of course, I didn't reveal that I was sensing him..
The reason the Murim Lord entrusted this matter to me is not just because of a possible traitor..
There was also a desire to test me. Out of a desire to find out what kind of person I was who could become the next leader, I ended up taking the test from both the Demon Cult Leader and the Murim Lord..
“Instead, I also have a condition..”
“something?”
“Cheonmyeonghoeju is handled by us. Instead, we will handle it as secretly as possible and return..”
Jin Peicheon nodded and stood up..
“Just do what you have to do and go.”
I could see what Jin Peicheon was worried about. It meant not to shake Jin Ha-ryeong’s heart..
“The subordinate who came with me makes fun of me. The end of fateful love is always a tragedy. But young people these days don't like tragedy. That goes for not only me but also my granddaughter..”
I know very well why Jin Feicheon is so worried. Because her son met a tragic end along with her daughter-in-law, she did not want her granddaughter to be caught up in the tragedy caused by the issue of men and women..
“Sometimes tragedy can be just around the corner.”
“what does it mean?”
“When my granddaughter said she was dating me in front of so many people, it probably wasn't just because she liked or favored me..”
“Are you saying it's because of him trying to kill you??”
“Jin Soje resembles Lord Maeng. I am a person who can never tolerate injustice..”
“So there are times when I worry more..”
“So find out who it is and how it puts pressure on your granddaughter. That one investigation will improve your relationship with your granddaughter more than a hundred worries..”
Jin Feicheon stared at me for a moment as if glaring at me, then left without saying a single word..
“Don’t worry about unnecessary things and just do your job well..”
After watching the back of the leader disappearing in the distance, I went up to the guest room on the second floor. I spoke into the air before entering the room..
“Please sleep with me when I sleep. I'll tell you where I go.”
Even though I pretended to be friendly, he went into hiding and didn't respond..
Comments