Absolute Sword Sense Chapter 328

<Episode 105: The Imperial Palace (2)>

Ikyangsoga, Yulang County, Honam Province.

Ikyangsoga, which had been extremely quiet recently, was incredibly noisy.

This was because Mrs. Yang, the wife of the owner of Jakyangdang, So Ikheon, who had been sick in bed for the past few months, held a grand banquet.

She was a woman who had a mental illness and did not get better even after receiving treatment from a doctor for a while.

But now it seemed like he would fly higher than anyone else.

Because that bastard So Woon-Hwi, whom I hated so much, disappeared.

I was worried that he might reappear, but seeing as he had been missing for seven months, I was certain that that would never happen.

'It couldn't be better to have a tooth fall out that was hurting.'

Thanks to this, the eldest son, So Young-hyun, who had given up on entering the Martial Arts Federation as a later index, was more delighted than anyone else to attend the Grand Master election ceremony held by the Martial Arts Federation.

“Congratulations, Madam Yang.”

“Oh, Mrs. Song Gaju, is she here?”

The attractive middle-aged woman who congratulated her was the matriarch of the Song family.

“I’m throwing a party, so of course you have to come.”

Those who attended the banquet were influential local aristocrats and warriors from Honam Province.

They also came to congratulate Mrs. Yang because they knew very well why she had been ill.

“I heard that your sons are joining the Hwangryongdang led by the Sogaju of the Moyongse family?”

“It just so happened.”

I spoke casually, but how much had we invested in Mo Yong-se to get to this point?

Thanks to that, at the same time as entering the Martial Arts Federation, it was agreed that the eldest son, So Yeong-hyeon, would become a member of the Hwangryong Party.

What could be better than forming a relationship with the Five Great Kings and opening the path to success?

“Hohoho. It’s a nice day, so get lots of sleep.”

“I told you to prepare a bed in the guest room in advance today.”

“Well done.”

There was someone who enjoyed this feast just like her, and that was So Jang-yoon, the second son of the Ikyang So family.

He too had been afraid of So Woon-hui since that incident.

So, he stayed in the family and never left the house, even avoiding his favorite alcohol, but now he has no need to do that at all.

“Hahaha. Eat a lot. I’ll be going to the Martial Arts Federation soon, so it won’t be easy to see you.”

“I need to drink a lot of this to prepare for the future.”

“Today, you’ll drink until your nose is crooked.”

When So Jang-yoon raised his glass, the young judges followed suit and cheered.

While everyone was so happy, there was only one person drinking alone with a heavy face: So Ik-heon, the head of the Ikyang Soga family.

Even when he heard the news of So Yun-hui's great success, he was deeply saddened by the reality that his own sons were unable to do anything.

However, when So Yun-hwi, who had been sick, went missing and his sons were given a chance, he did not feel good but rather felt heavy.

It was out of regret towards Mrs. Ha, whom I loved.

“Your father seems to be the only one in a bad mood.”

“Huh. Leave it alone.”

Mrs. Yang and her children resented the head of the household, So Ik-heon.

His feelings for So Woon-Hwi began to fall out when he did not take any action despite the fact that his wife and her children suffered such humiliation from So Woon-Hwi, who was merely the child of a concubine.

'Just wait and see. I'll rise higher than that lowly bastard.'

I thought that when that time came, Gaju Soikheon would regret it for a long time.

While the feast was going on like that, the gatekeeper of the small house came running and shouted.

“Your Majesty, the magistrate has arrived.”

“Oh. The magistrate has arrived? Please come inside quickly.”

The one who answered was not Gaju So Ik-heon, but Mrs. Yang.

"All right!"

'You came.'

Mrs. Yang didn't show it, but she was very happy.

For a county magistrate to attend a banquet was to establish a township for his family.

I sent the invitation just in case, but I didn't have high expectations, so thanks to that, I saved face.

Soon, the magistrate of Yulang County appeared behind the banquet that was taking place.

For a county magistrate to attend a banquet was to establish a township for his family.

He was welcomed by the owner, So Ik-heon, as well as Madame Yang and So Jang-yoon.

“Are you here, Your Majesty?”

“Oh, my lord. It’s been a while since the last Lunar New Year.”

The magistrate greeted me with a smile.

To him, Madame Yang pointed to the highest seat and spoke politely.

“Hohoho, I am so touched that Your Majesty has graced this occasion with such honor. Please hurry and take your seat.”

Then the magistrate put both hands together and took the lottery ticket and said.

“First, I would like to congratulate you. Your Majesty and your wife.”

Mrs. Yang felt puzzled at those words.

Because the martial artists knew the circumstances and it was something to celebrate, but for the county magistrate, his son entering the martial arts alliance was not such a big deal.

“You must be happy to have such a wonderful son.”

Madam Yang felt secretly pleased by the magistrate's words.

Seeing the magistrate congratulate him like this, it seemed like he wanted to continue to maintain friendly relations with Ikyangso.

But she is left speechless by the words that follow.

“How could this not be a joyful event, since the youngest leader of the martial arts alliance was born in our Yulang County?”

'!?'

Everyone present could not believe their ears.

-Whoohoohoo!

The banquet hall was bustling.

The youngest leader of the martial arts alliance. What on earth does that mean?

Mrs. Yang said, looking embarrassed.

“Your Majesty, are you mistaken about something?”

“You didn’t know yet? That your son has become the leader of the Martial Arts Federation?”

"yes?"

So Jang-yoon raised his voice and asked back without realizing it, under the influence of alcohol.

What the heck is this?

How long has it been since his older brother, So Young-hyun, came to the capital to join the Martial Arts Federation and became the leader?

“Wow, our Younghyun is the leader…."

“Ah. I think there’s been a mistake.”

“A mistake?”

“The third son of Ikyang Soga, the pride of our Yullang County, Sogeomseon Soun-hui, has become the leader of the martial arts world.”

'!!!'

In an instant, the room became noisy.

So Yun-hui had been missing for nearly seven months.

It was hard for anyone to believe that he suddenly became the leader of the martial arts alliance.

“Cow, Soun-Hwi?”

Mrs. Yang, her heart sinking, asked the name with trembling hands and feet.

“Hahaha, that’s right. I’m so happy that the leader of the Jeongdo Martial Arts Federation and the best swordsman in the world was born in our Yulang County.”

'That's ridiculous!'

So Jang-yoon was dumbfounded as he watched the magistrate laughing heartily.

The guy who was thought to be dead is suddenly the leader of the Martial Arts Federation, and what on earth does this incredible title of the Best Swordsman in the World mean?

Looking at the happy attitude of the magistrate, it seems that it is absolutely not a lie.

'So Woon-Hwi, you bastard… Now, wait a minute… Then what will happen to that person, So Young-Hyeon?'

Didn't his older brother go up to the capital to join the Martial Arts Federation?

I looked at my wife as if she were my mother, embarrassed.

“Ahhh.”

Mrs. Yang, who had turned pale, soon collapsed on the floor.

“Mother! Mother!”

The magistrate, not knowing why they were reacting this way, smiled and said to the head of the household.

“It seems like the head of the household was very surprised. Hahaha. She would have been surprised if it had been her own business.”

“…….”

To these words of the magistrate, Gaju Soikheon was unable to respond.

That was also because it was a great shock to him.

'That kid is the leader?'

It was absurd that So Yun-hui, who had disappeared, reappeared and became the leader of the martial arts alliance.

It is no exaggeration to say that this was an event that was unprecedented in the history of the martial arts world.

He sighed as he looked at the fallen Mrs. Yang and So Jang-yoon.

"ha….."

'Ha-ryeong…is this the punishment you are giving?'

If So Yun-hwi, and no one else, had become the leader, the path to success as a martial artist for his biological sons, Yeong-hyeon and Jang-yoon, would have been blocked for life.

All of this could have been retribution for not being able to properly protect So-Woon-Hwi as Haryeong had requested.

* * *

Inside the King's royal carriage.

“What on earth was that technique you showed me again just now? How could you get in without even opening the closed carriage door?”

The king asked me with admiration.

Then I answered while adjusting the uniform of the military officer that I had taken off from the real Yeon-saeng and put on.

“It’s just a minor talent.”

At those words, King Gyeong clicked his tongue and spoke to me.

“How can that be considered a trivial skill? It seems like a dangerous method that can assassinate anyone by suddenly appearing without any sign of approaching.”

Aside from being surprising, it was also insightful.

In the meantime, you can see how dangerous the shrinking technique is.

“Don’t worry. It takes hundreds of years of practice to master this skill.”

'!?'

King Gyeong's eyes widened at my words.

“No, then…what the heck?”

I guess he wants to ask how old you are.

At this, I smiled broadly.

If you misunderstand and make me feel more difficult, that's what I want even more.

By the way, it was a lot better to wear the official uniform of a military officer instead of the thin, see-through light clothing that parasites would wear.

Because it was pants, not a skirt.

-Please pause for a moment.

A voice was heard from outside.

It appears that the guards at the checkpoint at the palace gate stopped the carriage.

Once the general escorting the King has completed the procedure of showing his status badge, he will be able to enter the outer palace.

“The atmosphere outside the palace is more tense than usual.”

Even though it was night, the number of soldiers was much greater than when I had seen them before.

Clearly, if it were as I had heard through Song Ja-baek, it would be something the Great Yeon Empire should be happy about.

“It’s no different from an exhibition, so we must be very vigilant.”

"display?"

“Not only did His Majesty, who was ill, appear at an official function, but he also secretly ordered all the princes to return to the palace immediately.”

Ah…did you give such an order?

What I learned through the liver was the electron that King Gyeong had spoken of.

It is said that the emperor, who had been ill, appeared much better than before.

All of this was due to the merits of Mansasinui, who had been invited from outside, and his whereabouts were made known to the ministers when they announced that they would bestow a great reward.

“Yeonsaeng, what do you think of His Majesty’s summons?”

I was silent for a moment at his question.

And then he said.

“I think it’s to decide on a successor.”

At my words, King Gyeong raised the corners of his mouth and said:

“As expected, you’re smart.”

“Because even though you were sick for a long time, you still haven’t decided on a crown prince.”

The emperor did not appoint a crown prince despite his long illness.

That is why later on, an incident occurred where King Gyeong raised a great army and took over all government.

But it seems a lot different from the history I know.

Originally, the emperor of that time had never received treatment from Mansasinui, and he died without even being able to appoint a successor.

At this time, King Jin, who was in the palace, took possession of the royal seal and confronted King Yeong, and King Gyeong, who was outside, led the northern defense force and two armies of the Five Tiger Commandery Department and advanced toward the imperial capital.

-It's gotten a lot faster.

okay.

It seems that each and every one of my actions has had a great impact.

Anyway, King Jin was so scared after that incident that there was no need to restrain him, but King Gyeong's most dangerous opponents would be the Empress Dowager and King Yeong.

-Those two will also try to drive out the King somehow.

Maybe so.

In fact, if the princes had not been summoned secretly, it would have been thought of as the appointment of a crown prince.

But looking at the current situation, it seems that that is not all.

I guess,

“There is no way to know whether it was really the Emperor who called him or whether he had some secret intention.”

The words that came out of King Gyeong's mouth were exactly what I had predicted.

He also seems to have anticipated the situation to some extent.

So, even though it was just a show, he must have brought along Yeon-saeng, the comfort woman.

“I guess you figured it might be a trap.”

“Yes. If we let our guard down today, Jim’s life could be in danger.”

The king's voice became very serious.

It was natural to be nervous, as one never knew what might happen inside the palace.

I said to that king.

“But isn’t it because you have an alternative plan that you are following the imperial command so calmly?”

There was no way that someone so clever would go into exile without even a means of self-defense.

King Gyeong smiled faintly at these words.

“That’s right. That’s why Jim wants you as a talent.”

“Please keep that mind at ease.”

“Haha. You’re not giving me any room at all. Anyway, there are people who will escort my luggage from the inner palace, so I’m glad you came on time.”

The King said to me that he felt much more relieved.

Even though he says that, his eyes look different than usual, so he is still ready for battle.

-You can come in.

The gate opened and the carriage began to move inside.

As we entered the outer palace, King Gyeong asked me.

“But why did you come looking for my luggage? There’s no way you came looking for me because you wanted to see my luggage.”

“All things require faith.”

King Gyeong responded to those words with a surprised voice.

“What? Mansashinui? Isn’t that person currently serving as Your Majesty’s personal physician?”

"yes."

In fact, that's why I was planning to take it out almost by force.

I wonder how King Gyeong will react here.

Because before he was emperor, he was a father.

“There is something I absolutely must do to take him.”

King Gyeong raised the corners of his mouth and said to me,

“You’re trying to do something as dangerous as Jim.”

'Something as dangerous as luggage?'

I looked into the eyes of the King.

From what he said just now, it seemed like he wasn't just trying to protect himself.

I asked him in a serious voice.

“…….Do you want to see blood?”

To that question, King Gyeong-wang sat with his chin tilted and spoke to me nonchalantly.

“If you want to see blood on that side, shouldn’t you take action first?”

under!

Is this the essence of the King?

Historically, it was a revolution because it was attempted and succeeded, but if not, it was an act of audacity that could be called treason.

'Come to think of it, didn't you say that guy moved the King of Heaven?'

Seol Baek said that he had heard that after the incident at the tomb of King Ping of Chu, King Jin of Jin had abandoned King Jin and was in contact with King Yeong.

In that case, the probability that the guy or the brainwashing master would be with the King was extremely high.

Those guys will also be after Mansashin.

It was quite a coincidence.

“Help me with the luggage. Then I will make sure that the Mansashinui is safely in your hands. Isn’t this a good deal?”

The King looked at me intently and stated his demands.

I'm sure he'll accept my offer.

To this I spoke firmly.

“I refuse.”

The king looked at me with an expression of incomprehension.

“…..Why?”

“You can take as many as you want, regardless of whether Your Majesty gives it to you or not.”

'!?'

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