Chronicles of the Lazy Sovereign Chapter 629

#629

Taejonbirok Volume 26, Episode 4

Chapter 138: Welcome the Lazy Man (4)

You shouldn't mess with the masters.

This isn't even a proverb. It's so obvious that no one takes it seriously.

The reason is very simple.

It's not because the master is strong. It's because the master is free from responsibility compared to the beginner.

Although it was contrary to normal social norms, it was an undeniable fact. At least in martial arts, the masters were freer from responsibility than the weak.

If a third-rate warrior kills someone on the street, government troops will be immediately dispatched, or the surrounding clans will investigate. They will investigate whether the action was justified. If it wasn't, they will be held accountable.

But what if the master killed a person?

If a Shaolin monk killed someone on the street, would anyone hold him accountable?

No, it isn't.

Most people convince themselves that if someone of that caliber did something, there must have been a good reason for it, even if the killer never offered any explanation for it.

There are two reasons for this.

One reason is the assumption that someone with that much skill and social prestige would not act rashly and do something that would tarnish his reputation.

But what was really important was something else.

Because it's scary and difficult.

A master isn't a master for nothing. He's a master because he's strong. Holding someone like that accountable naturally requires subduing and restraining them.

But who would want to do that?

The reason why Kangho favors and respects the negotiating leaders is quite simple. In reality, negotiating leaders are rare. Those who focus solely on negotiating, without regard for their own safety or calculating the pros and cons, are impossible to find, no matter how hard you search.

Subdue him to hold him accountable?

Any damage incurred in the process must be borne solely by the individual. No one is willing to do anything for those who suffer in the process.

That's why people don't dare to mess with a master, whether he's evil or just.

The reason why the powerful factions that rule the world of martial arts are treated with respect despite their numerous acts of injustice and corruption is because they try to suppress the warriors who run wild under their jurisdiction, if only for the sake of their reputation.

But that only goes so far.

A master beyond his or her level cannot be handled by even a single sect. Even if he or she can be subdued, the damage inflicted must be considered enormous.

In the end, the world of martial arts is a place where the strong prey on the weak.

No one considers the plight of those who have been harmed and weakened. If, for any reason, you have been harmed and your power has been weakened, you must be prepared to surrender your territory.

That's why, when faced with an opponent they can't handle, sects unite to share the damage.

That's the real Gangho achievement.

Committing the most heinous acts alone won't make you a martial artist. You must simultaneously commit the most heinous acts and be so powerful that no single sect can handle them.

That is why those who have made their names known throughout history have all been masters who commanded their times.

however…….

'This guy isn't even that.'

Wei Yanhu is different.

If Wei Yanhu sets his mind to turning the world of martial arts upside down, even an alliance won't be formed.

Because even that union would have to suffer damage that it couldn't handle.

Baeksan is well aware of this fact.

If you don't know even that much, you can't rise to the position of leader of a sect. Baek San knew the dark side of martial arts to a certain extent.

Still, the reason why Baek San was able to corner Wi Yeon-ho was simple.

First of all, he is from Haenam.

Haenam is arguably the most remote region in the martial arts world. Furthermore, the island's unique characteristics allow it to remain relatively free from the bloody conflicts of the martial arts world.

That's why you can say what you want to say regardless of vested interests.

And above all… … .

'Isn't this guy Jeong Hyo-geom's son?'

Guangdongwei.

And the Jeonghyeop sword.

The significance of these two names was greater than I had imagined. And didn't the Guangdong Wei family also produce that sword?

So, I thought they would naturally follow the agreement.

It was a mistake he would never have made if he hadn't just come up from Haenam. But even in the Central Plains, information about Wei Yanho wasn't properly circulated, so how could he, in Haenam, know about him?

'That person.'

Shin Ki-su clicked his tongue.

It went too far.

If the ending had been at a reasonable level, Wei Yanhu wouldn't have been so angry. Wei Yanhu was a lazy bum who would rather take a few insults than risk the hassle of fighting.

Wi Yeon-ho doesn't care one bit about negative reviews of himself. He'd rather sleep more than worry about such things.

The fact that Wei Yanho gritted his teeth means that he was really angry.

And the enraged Wi Yeon-ho is someone that even the new investigator wants to avoid.

That guy is usually the most easygoing guy in the world, but once he starts to lose his mind, he's completely out of control. Didn't you see that in the way he beat up the bishops of the Demonic Cult?

What shocked Shin Gi-su the most about that scene wasn't Wei Yan-ho's inaction. The normally innocent, easygoing Wei Yan-ho, who would have laughed heartily at a couple of kicks, was the sight of him beheading them without a moment's hesitation.

Even the new investigator knew that Wei Yanho was surprisingly cruel. After all, he was the one who kept tabs on Wei Yanho's every move. Wei Yanho didn't favor combat, but once he began a fight, he rarely spared his opponents.

Conversely, this means that the distinction between enemy and friend is clear. To those he doesn't perceive as enemies, he appears gentle, even foolish, but once he's determined to be an enemy, he shows no mercy.

But now that stupid author has pushed himself into the position of Wei Yanhu's enemy with his own hands.

“Can’t you prove it? Then you’re right?”

Baeksan looked at Wi Yeonho with speechless eyes.

'Do you want to be right?'

When has he ever experienced something like this?

A young boy, barely his age, was glaring at him and threatening him. It was something I'd never experienced before in my life.

So, I can't help but be confused.

Baek San rolled his eyes slightly. It would be a loss of face to him to tussle with this child now. At this point, someone…

'uh?'

Only then did Baeksan realize.

No one was making eye contact with him.

'Have you ever seen such pathetic authors?'

No matter how strong Wei Yanhu is, he is only a child of a small sect.

If they unite, it's nothing to crush that one child.

'Why don't you know?'

One must also prepare for the future. If Wei Yanhu continues to gain fame, what will happen? If they win the war, no one will be able to restrain Wei Yanhu.

The old faction, which was finally able to escape the glory of the Jeongmu Alliance with the death of Kwon Geuk, will once again live in silence behind the huge shadow of Wi Yeon-ho.

So, I need to break the spirit now. But I can't help, so I'm just watching Wei Yanho's reaction.

I never thought that the elders of the old school would be this pathetic.

"mister."

Baeksan flinched.

Then Wi Yeon-ho looked at Baek-san and said.

"No one will help you even if you roll your eyes like that. It's not like we should be helping each other. Since you started the fight, shouldn't you and I resolve this?"

“…….”

“So, what are you going to do?”

Baeksan gritted his teeth.

Wi Yeon-ho's words are correct. Now, this is Wi Yeon-ho's problem and his own. But that doesn't mean he can just back down. This is a situation where he can't just back down and lose face.

The reputation of the Haenam faction rests on his shoulders.

“You are right.”

Baeksan said firmly.

“But even if you persecute me, people’s views won’t change.”

“Persecution?”

Wi Yeon-ho tilted his head.

“And what kind of gaze?”

“Your internal energy is at a level that is absolutely impossible to achieve normally.”

“…….”

“You may be able to silence me, but if you don't clarify this fact….”

“What will you do if you don’t?”

“Huh?”

The Wei Yanho pushed its boat forward. It was doubtful whether it could extend any farther, but fortunately, it did manage to move forward, albeit slightly.

“Then what are we going to do?”

“…….”

What are you going to do?

Baeksan couldn't answer. He hadn't thought that far.

'What should I do?'

What should I do with that guy?

If you think about it, it's a question with no real answer. The leaders of other sects are all turning their backs on Wei Yanho.

'ah…….'

Only then did Baek San realize why the others' reactions had been lukewarm until now.

Punishment is the infliction of power by the powerful against the powerless. While the state can punish its citizens for their wrongdoings, the people cannot punish the state for its own wrongdoings.

That's only possible when the people's power, combined, surpasses the nation's. A successful rebellion is the most decisive way to punish a nation.

But what about Wei Yanho?

“…….”

There is no way.

Even if even half of the rumors about Wei Yanho were true, every sect here would have to join forces to capture and defeat him. But that will never happen.

Wi Yeon-ho's guilt is uncertain. And even if it were certain, who would risk their own lives to punish the guilty?

In conclusion… … .

'So, you're saying I can't touch that guy?'

Power is power.

Baek-san clearly understood what those words meant. And along the way, he realized another thing: he had touched something he shouldn't have.

“Oh, no, what I mean is…….”

I was at a loss for an answer.

Wi Yeon-ho clicked his tongue at the sight.

“Sir, our master said this.”

"……huh?"

"Most people don't need to be treated well. If someone has a complaint, just slap them in the ear and they'll be fine."

“…….”

"The reason is very simple. People complain not because something is inconvenient, but because they believe they have a right to complain. Ultimately, complaints arise because they're easy to find."

Wi Yeon-ho shrugged.

"I thought those words were something only a human like you, Master, could say. Unless you were that devastated, you wouldn't think that way. But now that I'm looking at you, I understand why you meant those words. So…"

Wi Yeon-ho looked around and glared.

“I’m thinking of following Master’s teachings from now on. What do you think?”

The atmosphere grew cold.