Chapter 261
Episode 261: My martial arts world is not far away.
The carriage was different from the carriages I usually rode..
This was a special carriage used by the Cheonmajeon Guard. The material was light yet strong. It was not broken by any external shock and was being pulled by powerful horses. It was a carriage equipped with barding for the horses in case of emergency..
While Jo Joo-jo escorted the carriage on horseback, Jeok-yeon rode along in the carriage and explained the escort mission..
“The night watch is in the following carriage. You take turns taking breaks and rotating duties with us in the evenings..”
The same goes for daytime escorts, but I didn't need nighttime escorts either. If someone approaches me while I'm sleeping, the Heavenly Demon Tiger wakes me up..
Nevertheless, they left it as they did. What Hwi wants is for them to become excellent escorts, and the most necessary thing to do that is experience..
Of course, there were things that had to be done to bring about that time..
“Stop the carriage for a moment.”
Jeok Yeon had Coach Coach's subordinate stop the carriage..
I even had the night shift wagon join me and gathered them all in front of me..
And then he walked to the carriage. Originally, the Cheonmajeon symbol was engraved on the outside of the carriage, but that part has now been covered up..
Sssssssssssssssssssssssssssst.
What was covered was removed with ease. The image of a scary evil spirit is revealed.
“From now on, do not move while hiding your identity. Please change your clothes to the official Cheonmajeon Guard uniform..”
The escorts were wearing ordinary military uniforms..
Jeokyeon said in surprise..
“According to the rules, you can't do that..”
“We make our own regulations. Do as I command..”
Conflict flashed through the enemy's eyes toward me, but my worries did not last long. Because while escorting me, they had already broken away from the existing framework..
He ordered his men to change their clothes..
The enemy team and the guards all changed their clothes. The formal attire of the Cheonmajeon Guard was simple yet powerful. There was a shield engraved on the left chest of the black military uniform, and a demon symbolizing Cheonmajeon was drawn inside it. Additionally, on the black masks they wore, the word ‘Demon’ was embroidered in powerful handwriting. that was enough.
When they put on their formal clothes, their mood completely changed..
He looked at them one by one and said.
“stylish. Of all the uniforms at our school, I think yours is the coolest..”
Then they smiled slightly and looked at each other..
“I know it will be much more difficult for you if we move like this. It will become more dangerous, and unexpected variables will arise. If you were regular escorts, you wouldn't have done this. But you are the ones who will guard the Heavenly Demon in the future..”
The word ‘Cheonma’ filled their eyes with power..
“When your father moved officially, did he ever move while hiding his identity? That's why. You too will experience and practice from now on. You are blatantly protecting the small sect leader of the Heavenly Demon Church..”
“yes I will sacrifice my life to protect you!”
“Please protect me without sacrificing your life. Did you understand??”
My joke lightened the mood slightly..
They must have thought that now was an opportunity as all the enemy forces were gathered, so they each told us the number they had been given..
“During escort operations, we call each other number one through twelfth. Please call me that too, Master Sogyo..”
The enemy regiment was number one, and numbers were assigned according to experience in the escort force. The youngest was Twelve. The youngest, who looked young at first glance, said he was now 18 years old..
I went and stood in front of number twelve. I am too young to die protecting others..
“Don’t your seniors bother you because you’re the youngest??”
“It’s painful because you treat me so well as the youngest.!”
After patting the shoulder of the youngest who gave the correct answer, we got into the carriage..
“Let's go!”
The carriage started again.
It would have been fine for Jeok Yeon to ride with me, but he rode with his escorts on horseback. I guess the reason I got on the carriage earlier was to explain the escort mission..
Although he was the leader, he worked as an equal with his subordinates. Rather, I took the initiative and worked more. Perhaps Hwi came to see me in person because he admired this kind of Jeok-yeon. Because I saw the potential to become a good escort..
Our first destination was the Honam branch of Cheonma Shinyo Church..
It took quite some time to get there by carriage, so I took my time..
It was a good opportunity to practice the Heavenly Demon Defense technique..
The carriage was so good that there was almost no shaking. You will be able to comfortably focus on the Heavenly Demon Tiger God Gong..
There are now two steps left in the Heavenly Demon Tiger God Gong. In this expulsion, the goal is to take it to the next level..
How long did it run like that??
Jeokyeon shouted from outside..
“I'll take a break.”
the carriage stopped.
While the horses were resting, I got off the carriage and sat down on a rock to rest..
Guards guarded all around me, centered around me. They literally concentrated all their attention and looked around..
My honest feelings?
How can I protect you if they are lined up everywhere like that??
“Red smoke.”
“Yes, Master Sogyo..”
The enemy kite that was standing guard in front approached me..
“Let’s try out the martial arts skills you’ve learned..”
Jeokyeon was surprised by my words. He realized that I was trying to admire his martial arts skills..
“This opportunity doesn't come around often, so come on.!”
“yes Lord Sogyo!”
A mission is a mission, but he wasn't foolish enough to miss this opportunity..
“The martial art I learned is secret martial arts..”
After revealing the sword technique he had learned, he began practicing Chosik..
Originally, it was polite not to watch other people's German martial arts skills, so the guards turned their backs..
Jeok Yeon unfolded all her secret techniques of secret swordsmanship..
“It's a good swordsmanship.”
I corrected his bad habits and posture, and told him how to practice in the future. I didn't even say many things. One of the most important things! I pointed out just one thing..
“thank you!”
Jeok Yeon expressed his gratitude with an moved face, and the other guards could not hide their envy..
“There is no need to be so jealous. Lee Ho, forward!”
When I tried to look at everyone's martial arts skills, Lee Ho was embarrassed and said,.
“You're busy, but we can see you later..”
“You are the ones who are busy.”
“yes?”
“Zidanju can take his time. This is a visit to say hello, right? But you guys need to improve your martial arts skills as quickly as possible. If sword energy flies at your back right now, can you stop it? So come on, martial arts.!”
Without wasting any more time, Lee Ho showed off his martial arts skills, and just like I did to Jeok Yeon, I also told him what he needed to fix and how he should train in the future..
The other escorts also took turns watching. It didn't take much time. Because once you look at it, you get the answer.
I could feel their excitement. Because it was a high-level teaching that I had never heard before. They still have so much to learn, so if you add a little bit of exaggeration, you will become stronger with every word you say..
“thank you We will work harder and improve in the future..”
I'm telling you not to die this time..
At night, the night watch crew also pointed out things that needed to be fixed..
* * *
The third day after leaving school.
Crying!
There was thunder and it started to rain. It rained so much that it was impossible to drive the carriage..
“I need to take a break.”
Jeok Yeon stopped the carriage under a huge tree..
The escorts surrounded the carriage in the rain..
“Instead of standing around in the rain, everyone come inside the carriage..”
“we are fine.”
“It's an order.”
Jeokyeon insisted that he couldn't do it, but in the end, he couldn't break my will and came inside..
Six people came in, but because it was a large carriage, everyone was able to sit facing each other. I said, giving them something to wipe..
“There is no need to find it difficult. Don't worry about me, just watch the rain outside..”
I heated the water in the kettle with samadhijinhwa (三昧眞fire) and gave them hot tea. Everyone widened their eyes at that sight..
“I'll drink it well!”
They were still rigid and had difficulty dealing with me. As soon as I looked out the window, everyone was looking at the window opposite me..
We looked at the rain falling in silence.
Shoot aaaaaaa!
Sitting together like this, sipping tea and watching the rain, had its own charm. After dealing with older mazons, it felt refreshing to be with these young guys..
Jeokyeon spoke cautiously..
“We are supposed to protect you, but somehow we feel like we are being protected..”
I smiled slightly and asked Jeokyeon..
“If I had the skills to join the Cheonmajeon Guard, I would have been able to join other organizations as well. Why did you apply for escort service??”
He answered without hesitation.
“I wanted to be an escort since I was young. It looked cool to see the escort drones. I thought it was honorable to protect someone..”
“Do you still think the same way??”
Jeokyeon's answer didn't come as quickly as when he first asked..
“I think the same thing.”
The pain in his eyes made me think that maybe he was regretting it. Even so, it's hard work, because even your eyes will hurt to the point of death..
At that time, I made eye contact with Samho. He has the most gentle appearance among the weekly crew..
“you?”
“I thought I was better at protecting than at killing..”
“What is your talent for protecting??”
“Protecting someone is never boring. I think it's because I have an introverted personality..”
At that time, the slogan was not even asked, but I answered quietly..
“I decided that escort missions were relatively safe. i want to live long.”
My colleagues all smiled, as if they had already heard this. It seemed like he enjoyed making his colleagues laugh and joke around..
In any case, it was something I could never hear from Hwi. He lived and continues to live in an era of devotion..
But now, these young warriors are definitely different from their predecessors. Of course, that doesn't mean I think they lack a sense of duty compared to Hwi. I don't think Hwi is old-fashioned compared to their rational and personal attitude. I just feel like times are changing.
As I sat thinking about this and that, the pouring rain began to subside..
He spoke as if Jeokyeon had been waiting for him..
“Let's leave now.”
asked before they got off..
“A person whose hometown is Hunan Province?”
When asked suddenly, they made puzzled faces..
“Is there any??”
Then Samho, who had previously answered that guarding was his aptitude, stepped forward..
“My hometown is Honam..”
“Do you have parents in your hometown??”
“Yes, my mother is alone..”
“When did I see you and when did I not see you again??”
“I think it's been about three years.”
“Stop by and let's go.”
Then Samho was surprised..
“no. it's okay. I'm on a mission and I can't do that..”
“You can be late by a few days. What would I miss so much about Honam Island? But how much will your mother miss you? It's not polite to come all the way here and just leave. It’s not a request, it’s an order, so let’s go!”
So the carriage started running towards Samho’s hometown..
I know very well that all kinds of people live in every corner of this central plain, and all kinds of things are happening. I know all kinds of conspiracies and schemes, how far humans can fall and how cruel they can be. I wonder how many warriors are lost and wandering in the Dosan Geomrim..
My martial arts forest is not far away. Cho Chun-bae of Pungryu Bar is my martial arts, and Sam-ho’s hometown, who escorts me, is my martial arts. This is how I don't get lost in martial arts.
As if asking when it had rained so much, the carriage continued to run through the clear sky..
* * *
A carriage running not far from my hometown slowed down. When I took off the curtain and looked outside, I saw a broken carriage lying on the side of the road. There were blood stains left on the floor here and there, and traces of a fierce fight..
I heard the enemy's voice.
“Let's find out what's going on.”
Lee Ho went and found out from nearby residents what happened here..
“It is said that a few days ago, the goods of the Honam First Mark Bureau were attacked and robbed. It is said that several Pyodu, PyoSa, and Jaengjasu died in the process..”
“Isn’t the Honam Jeilpyo Bureau the largest one here??”
“you're right.”
Usually, the biggest leader in the region could not be messed with. Any place that is as good as Honam Jeilpyo Province has a deep relationship with various branches of the martial arts group, so if you mess with it carelessly, you will face retaliation..
Something unusual happened that doesn't normally happen..
Of course, it was not our place to intervene, so we immediately told the enemy..
“Come on, let's speed up.”
“yes!”
The carriage began to run even faster..
* * *
The carriage arrived at Samho’s hometown village..
“It's there.”
There was a small guesthouse where Samho pointed..
It was Dohyeon Gaekjan, named after him. On the way here, I heard that it was a guesthouse prepared by Samho with the money he earned after committing himself to this school..
“It was my mother's dream to run a guesthouse..”
How could a person not be a good person??
The carriage was parked in front of the guest house..
When I entered, there was no one, neither the customer nor the owner. Samho was surprised and called his mother loudly..
“mother!”
But there was no one. Since the guesthouse rarely closed, worry flashed across Samho's face..
I went into the kitchen and looked for signs of a fire in the furnace..
“This is a kitchen that was in business until yesterday. So don't worry.”
At that time, a bright-looking child came into the room..
“No business today. The owner and the lodger are at Feng Shui Mountain Lodge..”
The child introduced himself by saying that whenever he is busy, he comes and does the work..
I asked the child in a friendly way.
“I don't know why I went there?”
“In the morning, the warriors from the feng shui lodge came and told me they had to cook food..”
If that was why it was closed, it was a good thing. When the martial arts sect needed lodging, they mobilized people like this..
“Where is the feng shui mountain lodge??”
“It's at the end of the road on the west side..”
“thanks.”
When I gave the child a coin, the child said yes and left..
This time I asked Samho.
“Know about Feng Shui Mountain Lodge?”
“I don't know. After leaving my hometown at a young age to train in martial arts, I only saw my mother once every two or three years..”
He lowered his head, but no one would think he had done anything wrong. Even though he was busy, he was the most devoted son, coming to see his mother at least once every two or three years..
“Lord So, please wait a moment. I will clean your room first..”
Sam- ho acted calmly as if nothing had happened, but why don't I know his inner thoughts? You might want to run right away and see your mother. He must have been worried because he was taken from the Murim sect..
I stood up and said.
“We young people can't just play around while our mothers are working, right? I'll go help you and bring you home early..”
Samho said it was okay and even waved his hand at the unexpected words, but I got on the carriage. All the guards got on their horses, and Samho also got on his horse. Even though he said no, a joy that he couldn't hide flashed across his face..
“Let’s go to Feng Shui Mountain Lodge.!”
The carriage began to run towards the Feng Shui Mountain Lodge..
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