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Honestly, what makes a mere guest think he’s so special that he’s spouting insults…
“gaga!”
Before the people of Suramun could even step forward, the white-haired man made a face that said, “Ouch, that’s hot!” at the scream of a middle-aged woman flying in like an arrow.
“M-Madam…….”
Didn’t you promise not to swear?
The white-haired man recoiled, to the point where it was hard to believe he was the same person who had just spewed curses with a face like a demon.
“I, I’m sorry……. It looks like we pressured the person who welcomed us…….”
However, the middle-aged woman firmly shook her head and pointed at her daughter.
“Still, swearing is the beginning of all conflict. Please restrain yourself. What will Jia learn from that?”
“dad……?”
The man glanced at his lovely daughter’s face once and hurriedly cleared his throat.
“Y-yes, that’s right. I understand. Ahem.”
Then, with a smile on his face, he asked again in a polite voice.
“How can you dog-like people be so rude?”
“……
gaga.”
“Huh? Did I do something wrong? Even giving them the benefit of the doubt, aren’t those guys worse than thugs?”
“Even so…”
Ju Yeong-san, having finally run out of patience at the couple’s banter, let out a loud shout.
“What on earth are you doing!”
As Ju Yeong-san shot out a killing intent, a white-haired man stood in front of the woman and child.
At that sight, Ju Yeong-san furrowed his brow deeply. ‘Dissipating… killing intent?’ It couldn’t be said that he had fired it with all his might, but neither was it something that could be easily let slip away.
However, the woman and child standing behind the white-haired man looked completely bewildered, as if they were not affected by the murderous intent at all.
Unlike his bulging forehead, the white-haired man’s voice remained polite, perhaps conscious of his daughter.
“I heard outside that you came from Suramun. Is that true?”
That’s right.
But this was only for a short while.
“I heard that it is a sect ranking above Baekpalbong. Did I hear that wrong?”
“What are you talking about?”
A growl disguised as politeness burst out from between the teeth of the white-haired man.
“It doesn’t make sense that these bastards are part of Baekpalbong’s clan.”
Ah, I’m sorry.
The woman pressing on once again and the white-haired man stepping back.
As Ju Yeong-san, who had been glaring at the two men, nodded, the leader of the Hogwondan who had come as a bodyguard stepped forward.
chuck.
The white-haired man let out a chuckle at the sight of the leader of the Jooyoungdan clan extending one hand in a flag-raising ceremony.
“You brat, even though I’m not holding a sword, do I look that easy to mess with?”
“How dare a mere rice weevil pick up and eat the grains of rice others have dropped?”
Just as Hogwondanju was raising the stakes and preparing to take the shot.
Telepathic sounds were heard.
-Hokwondanju. Let that bastard take the beating.
As Hogwondanju frowned in bewilderment, Ju Yeongsan continued speaking.
This can be a justification.
Realizing the Munju’s intention, the Hogwondanju nodded and ran forward.
“Haa!”
As the leader of the gang’s powerful punch sliced through the air, the white-haired man lightly raised his hand and caught the fist.
If you have no intention of doing it properly, quit.
“……!”
The leader of the Tiger Fist Clan was flustered as his fist was caught too easily, contrary to his expectations.
The telepathic sound reached his ears once again.
-now!
I was curious about the identity of the white-haired man, but right now, the affairs of the sect are more important.
He did not dodge the incoming attacks.
*Cough*!
The head of the Hogwon clan rolled on the ground.
“Ugh!”
At the sight of him writhing on the floor clutching his chest as if seriously injured, Ju Yeong-san and the Elder rushed over.
“Young-gi!”
“Hogwondanju! Are you alright!”
Just then, Wang Geum-san and Jin Tae-san opened the office door and came out, but they froze upon seeing the scene.
“What the… what is this!”
*Cough*.
In the meantime, the leader of the Hogwon clan coughed up blood, and Ju Yeong-san hugged him and shouted angrily.
“Master of Daecheon Merchant Guild! Is this the will of Daecheon Merchant Guild?”
Wang Geum-san and Jin Tae-san surveyed the grounds and assessed the current situation.
It is a situation where anyone can immediately tell that a major problem has arisen.
Ju Yeong-san, who had been glaring at the faces of the two people who were showing displeasure, suddenly stood up.
“If you intend to resolve things in this manner, even the Suramun will not stand idly by!”
As soon as the sect leader left the Daecheon Merchant Guild with those words, the elder quickly hoisted the leader of the Tiger Fist Clan onto his back and followed him.
“…….”
Everyone in the room could tell that things had gone terribly wrong. “I’m sorry…”
Baek Haegwang bowed his head deeply.
“In the meantime… no, seeing them show such disrespect to the benefactor who welcomed our family, I couldn’t shake off my old nature…”
Despite the sincere apologies from Baek Haegwang and Seop Sojeong, the atmosphere in the hall was not very bright.
For now, let’s move them to another place.
It was Wang Geum-san who first came up with a solution in the crisis situation.
“Since Suramun has secured at least a forced pretext, they won’t sit idly by. For now, the best course of action is to move them to another region and deny everything.”
Jin Taesan stared at Baek Haegwang for a moment, then shook his head.
“I cannot do that. I have already made a promise to Soun.”
I suppose he is talking about helping to establish a martial arts sect.
Wang Geum-san pounded his chest as if frustrated.
“My friend, if they stay here, the problem will only get bigger. I mean that what can be stopped with money must be stopped with blood.”
Baek Haegwang, who had been listening silently to those words, also stepped forward to help.
“To be honest, I also felt it would be shameless to accept help with founding a sect, so I was just about to tell you.”
“Look at that.”
We have already received sufficient grace simply by being accepted by your family of three, who had nowhere else to go. We feel that our remaining any longer would be a burden to our benefactor.
When even Baek Haegwang said this, Wang Geumsan spoke even more enthusiastically.
“I will find a place to send them. So you don’t need to worry at all about where they live.”
However, the worry cast over Jin Taesan’s face did not disappear.
If we hold only these people responsible for the problem, won’t they be forced to live as fugitives for the rest of their lives?
“that…….”
Wang Geum-san, who had been speaking, clamped his mouth shut.
No matter how insignificant the power of the Shura Sect may be, the power of the Hundred and Eight Peaks and the Murim Alliance to which they belong is formidable.
If the Sura Sect were to use this incident as an opportunity to exert influence over the Murim Alliance, Baek Haegwang and his family might have to live as fugitives for the rest of their lives.
Jin Taesan slowly opened his mouth.
I heard that you gave teachings to Soun.
“It wasn’t anything special. It was just something I didn’t need…”
Jin Tae-san looked at Baek Hae-gwang, who was scratching his head awkwardly, with a warm gaze.
He was a child who, ever since he started growing a beard, carved out his own path without relying on anyone.
To his father’s eyes, his son was still so small. Watching him stand on his own, he felt proud, yet how anxious his heart must have been.
“I know better than anyone that it is not because of an independent nature, but because of an unreliable father and teachers.”
It was entirely Jin So-woon’s own strength that recovered the Taeeul Jingyeong and preserved the honor of the Taeeul Sect.
The fellow left even the adults behind and faced the storms alone.
How grateful I was the moment I heard that guy call me ‘a mentor.’
I thought about how much of a source of support you must have been to that fellow, who had to go out alone to a foreign land and even look after young priests.
That is why I wanted to convey my feelings two or three times over.
So, you do not need to bow your head anymore. Furthermore, there is no reason for you to become a fugitive just because of us.
Wang Geum-san stomped his foot in frustration.
“Hey, my friend Taesan!”
However, Jin Taesan raised one hand to stop him and spoke firmly.
“The Taeeulmun has never once betrayed grace in the past five hundred years. Even if we were to lose everything, we have continued to uphold our fidelity, and we will continue to do so in the future.”
“Do not worry at all. This trading company was established by my son in the first place. If it can serve as a solid foundation for you, Master, who has been a place for that fellow to lean on, what better use could there be?”
Jin Taesan shifted his gaze to Baek Haegwang.
“Even if the merchant guild goes bankrupt, I will help establish a clan. So…”
Eventually, the father bowed toward his son’s teacher.
I ask that you continue to give good guidance to my son.
Jin Taesan, bowing his head even as his massive caravan is about to be swallowed whole by the enemy’s jaws.
Baek Haegwang trembled as he watched that sight.
As Seop So-jeong looked at him, the corners of her eyes also became moist.
“gaga…….”
Baek Haegwang, who had been biting his lip tightly, gripped the fist in return.
“First of all, I would like to apologize. If I had intended to walk a new path, my conduct should have reflected that as well. It seems I have not yet fully shaken off the shadow of the past. Although it may be difficult to call myself a subordinate, would you entrust me with resolving this matter?”
“What is that…….”
A determined light had suddenly appeared in his eyes.
It is exactly as I said. I ask for your permission to face the Shura Gate on behalf of the Great Heaven Merchant Guild.
Jin Taesan and Wang Geumsan were left speechless.
I wondered if the man named Baek Haegwang was in his right mind.
It is none other than the Shura Gate.
It is supported by the Shaolin Temple and sits at the top of the 108 Peaks.
It is a sect that even the Iron Sword Sect cannot easily deal with…
I will reset everything to the beginning and start over.
Baek Haegwang bowed his head once again.
His wife, Nie Sujing, followed him and bowed her head, and Jia, who had been smiling innocently, also awkwardly bent her waist in unison.
Wang Geum-san and Jin Tae-san exchanged complex glances. ‘What a relief.’ Ju Yeong-san let out a long sigh.
I didn’t believe the ridiculous story Jin Taesan told.
Still, just in case, I urgently sent someone to Gyeongdosa, but all I got in return was a request to wait until I heard from headquarters.
After four days had passed, Ju Yeong-san was convinced. ‘To think that damn bastard’s words were true…’ For some reason, the Shaolin Temple did not want to get involved in this matter.
To think that you were egging on the Shura Gate just a short while ago, worried about the expansion of the Daecheon Merchant Guild, and now you’re backing out.
Even so, Ju Yeong-san had no intention of stopping the foot he had already taken.
The massive distribution network of Daecheon Merchant Group discovered during the investigation.
In particular, by establishing a branch in the Tianmu Mountain area and expanding their control, preparations for advancing into Hangzhou were complete.
Truly a goose that lays golden eggs.
If any sect knew that such a massive merchant group was in the grasp of the Taeeul Sect, they would surely covet it.
If we are caught off guard and end up falling into the hands of the Black Dao Sect, which is expanding its influence…
The shrinking of the White Path’s power within Anhui Province might have been a natural progression. ‘Yes, this is all for the sake of justice!’ Just then, the fully armed leader of the Tiger Fist Group entered with disciplined movements.
“Preparations are complete, Lord!”
The top contributor who played the biggest role in this matter.
By having him beaten by a guest of the Daecheon Merchant Guild and thereby gaining a pretext, the Sura Sect obtained a golden opportunity to strike the Daecheon Merchant Guild.
“The Wang family might step forward. However, absolutely do not engage them. Only quickly subdue the members of the Great Heaven Merchant Guild and have them sign the contract. Do you understand?”
Four! I have delivered everything.
The eyes of the Sura Sect Leader, who had been shouting for justice, gleamed with greed.
Then let’s go.
As Ju Yeong-san, clad in his beloved ‘Iron Armor’ on both hands, led the way, a long line of Asura Sect followers wearing wrist guards formed behind him. #“Listen, Daecheon Merchant Guild! Through your insidious schemes and ambush, you have inflicted an irreparable wound upon the Leader of our Hogwon Clan. Therefore, hand over the culprits responsible for the ambush and compensate for the damages!”
The reason for making such a loud noise that it echoed throughout the area was that it was clear the fight was bound to escalate significantly anyway. ‘Sikgaek’ is an exceptionally important guest even within that group.
Carelessly handing over a valuable guest to an enemy causes a significant drop in the group’s credibility.
There are times when honor is more important than money or force.
A group that makes guests scapegoats out of fear of enemies cannot escape public condemnation.
In that case, the only remaining option is to run away.
“In that case, the Shura Sect’s attack would actually gain justification. ‘Hehehe, truly a desperate situation with nowhere to run.’ While the Shura Sect Master wore a triumphant smile at the thought of swallowing the goose that lays golden eggs.”
The head of the Hogwon clan, who had suffered deep, irreparable wounds from an ambush, shouted for the last time.
It followed the custom of acting after shouting three times.
“Listen, Daecheon Merchant Guild! Through your insidious schemes and ambush, you have inflicted an irreparable wound upon the Lord of the Hogwon Clan. Therefore, hand over the culprits responsible for the ambush and demand compensation for the damages.……”
at that time.
Squeak.
As the firmly closed door opened, a white-haired man trudged out.
“*Cough, cough* Good heavens, I’m going to die of embarrassment.”
Baek Haegwang, the very person who left an irreparable deep wound on the leader of the Hogwon Clan.
The Asura sect members, who were about to rush out to the Great Heaven Merchant Guild at any moment, looked at him with disbelief.
Baek Haegwang, who had become the center of attention, scratched his cheek shyly and shouted loudly.
“I… Ah, no. I, I am the leader of the Baekgeommun. Ahem, I was called Baek Haegwang… No, I do.”
To think such awkward, tension-free behavior in such a tense atmosphere.
“Uh, uh, what was it? I believe my actions in the past were rash, and I would like to apologize.”
At the sudden apology, Hogwondanju looked dazed.
Regardless, Baek Haegwang gripped the fist and bowed his head to the leader of the Hogwon Clan.
So, I would be grateful if you would go back now.
After finishing his words, Baek Haegwang shivered as if his whole body were itching.
After a brief silence.
The Sura Sect Master and his disciples, who had been staring at Baek Haegwang in disbelief, burst into maniacal laughter in unison.
Some even shed tears while mocking him.
“Hahahahaha!”
“I’ve seen all kinds of crazy people!”
“Have you ever heard of the White Sword Sect?”
“I’ve never heard a name like that in my life. But just by hearing the name, I can tell it’s a third-rate sect!”
Despite the ridicule, contempt, and mockery of the people, Baek Haegwang still maintained an indifferent expression.
At that moment, Ju Yeong-san took a step forward.
“Why isn’t the Daecheon Merchant Guild stepping forward?”
Baek Haegwang shrugged his shoulders lightly.
I said that since I started this, I will resolve it myself.
“Huh… You abandoned a guest, a houseguest?”
“I didn’t abandon it; I said I would handle it myself…….”
Ju Yeong-san deliberately sighed even louder and raised his voice.
“What sect or group in the world would abandon a customer! Moreover, isn’t the Daecheon Merchant Guild run by the Taeeul Sect!”
It seems Black and White are exactly the same when it comes to not understanding what is being said.
Soon, Ju Yeong-san glared at Baek Hae-gwang in indignation.
“Hah, you think you can solve this by yourself? What on earth do you intend to solve? Are you planning to give up your head?!”
“Good grief, are you really going to risk your life over a single punch…?”
“Then? Are you saying you’re going to fight us?”
Despite the fierce intimidation, Baek Haegwang merely licked his lips as if he were not nervous at all.
I was trying to apologize… … .”
“You fool! Don’t you know the proverb of the martial arts world that blood is paid for with blood!”
“I’ve been through that a lot, ugh. That’s not really a good thing…”
“Shut up! If you take responsibility, pay the price in blood!”
“Hey, you keep interrupting me. You son of a bitch… *clears throat*, no, Master of the Asura Sect?”
Baek Haegwang glanced back, scratched his head, and nodded.
“Actually, I find this more comfortable too.”
Then he drew the sword he had borrowed from the merchant warrior.
Srrrr.
“It might cause a disturbance and disturb the surroundings, so… would you like to come all at once?”
“Huh… hahaha…”
Joo Young-san was dumbfounded by Baek Hae-gwang’s fearless behavior.
Hogwondanju also asked with a look of disbelief.
“Master, what shall we do?”
There are as many as 100 people.
He brought out only the most elite among the first and second generation disciples of the Shura Gate.
To think you would single-handedly take on a force strong enough to wage war against the small and medium-sized sects right now without being overwhelmed.
He must have been completely insane.
“Kill them. From today on, not a single person in this world will trust the Taeeulmun Great Heaven Merchant Group.”
If it becomes known that the guest has died, no one will want to do business with the Daecheon Merchant Guild.
Furthermore, the Murim Alliance could have taken issue with this matter.
“Strike!”
“four!”
At the command of the Hogwondanju, the five disciples clenched their fists and charged forward briskly.
“Come on, I told you to come all at once…”
The five disciples who ran out were the elite of the elite.
So that white-haired man who has lost all sense of fear.
In the first second, the clumsy sword will break; in the second, the stance will be disrupted; in the third, a vital spot will be struck and the qi and blood will be twisted; in the fourth, blood will be vomited; and in the fifth, death will occur.
No, I’m sure I should have…
Thump, thump, thump.
The five disciples who were running toward Baek Haegwang were rolling on the floor like puppets with their strings cut.
“Th-what is this…….”
Baek Haegwang’s carefree voice piercing the ears of Ju Yeongsan, who was staring wide-eyed.
“Ah, don’t worry. I just knocked him unconscious.……”
“That’s ridiculous…….”
“Ha, you keep interrupting me, you bastard… Ahem, anyway, if you won’t come, I’ll go.”
Soon after, Baek Haegwang performs a serious sword drawing ceremony for the first time.
Chak.
In that moment, along with an inexplicable sense of unease.
“Th-what is this…….”
In Ju Yeong-san’s eyes, a huge red demon began to appear behind Baek Hae-gwang.
Joo Young-san was not the only one who sensed the crisis.
The disciples of the Shura Sect also sensed the crisis as they watched their fellow disciples collapse.
As soon as I thought I should charge in with a combined attack, I lunged at Baek Haegwang.
however.
“R-run away…….”
Joo Young-san shouts to stop his foolish disciples, but it is already too late.
Baekwoljecheonsamsikje Il (One)
Herbal ‘Extremely Pleasant’ Ping
The piercing sound cutting through the air swallowed up the entire Shura Sect disciple.
