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Side story 173. There is no sword handle (7)
“Phew.”
A look of satisfaction appeared on Wang In-geol’s face as he drank his glass lightly.
“It’s a good drink.”
“I’m glad you like it.”
“From the small scale, it’s the same Demon King, to the large scale, it’s the senior of the Magic Martial Arts World who came to bring me alcohol, so how could the alcohol not taste good? Not to mention the fact that the alcohol they brought is world-class.”
Baekheon, the bloodthirsty demon, smiled dryly.
“It’s been quite lonely lately.”
“I’m such a rude and dark person.”
“I can’t even say that anymore. It’s been so long since I’ve seen you, but it’s hard to believe that you’re the gloomy person you used to be. You’ve come to a great realization.”
“Hahaha, you can’t even call it enlightenment. There are still two more swords left to reach ten.”
“Ten Swords… … . Yes, I remember. In the past, during the fight against those sect hypocrites, you were given the title of Ten Swords after you defeated ten of the best swordsmen in a head-on fight by yourself.”
“As if it were fate, the martial arts I created also came out with only ten basic techniques. I created them, but I haven’t even mastered them yet. Is there anyone else who is as ignorant as I am?”
“Rather, it is amazing. A warrior of your level has created a martial art that is still difficult to see the end of.”
“Haha, why are you putting gold lacquer on your junior’s face like you’re not your senior?”
“If you want something, I can tell you more than this. Of course, I am certainly amazed by your accomplishments.”
Wang In-geol asked Baek Heon as he filled his glass.
“I heard you started a fight with Baekgol Senior.”
“Who told you?”
“You already knew everything, so why are you acting like a fool? Of course, I heard it directly from Baekgol Senior.”
He speaks honestly and without hesitation. It was both Wang In-geol’s strength and weakness.
The corners of Baekheon’s mouth went up.
“What did the bones say?”
“I don’t expect any help, so please don’t interfere,” he said.
“It’s like a skeleton.”
“You were so senior.”
“So, I have no choice but to win this fight.”
Wang In-geol snickered.
“Don’t you and your senior know that you have to fight to know?”
“Are you taking Baekgol’s side?”
“As I said, I am just a seeker looking at a sword.”
“Then, how about taking a break, stopping the quest, and lending me a hand?”
“I guess that’s why you came.”
“Of course. I’ve liked you for a long time.”
“You’re so transparent, senior.”
“I hope you don’t die because I like you.”
“hmm?”
“You, if you keep going like this, you’ll die. You could die screaming without even seeing the end of the sword you want to see so badly.”
“Why is that?”
Baekheon’s eyes deepened.
“I’m thinking of reaching out to the military as well.”
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Seopil was genuinely embarrassed.
‘How on earth?’
The power of the White Bone God Demon has reached the pinnacle of the new cult. If you were to ask who, aside from the leader, could definitely defeat the White Bone God Demon, you would be at a loss.
In other words, Seopil as he is now cannot kill Lee Cheon-sang. All the suggestions he made have gone up in smoke.
‘I never thought it would be in a place like this.’
Seo-pil gritted his teeth.
If I was going to meet Lee Cheon-sang, I should have considered the worst. After all, I knew that the White Bone Demon was behind this guy.
Actually, before coming here, I confirmed that the White Bone Demon had not left his residence.
The problem was that even if a master like Baekgolshinma were determined to deceive others, even the school’s informants would not be able to detect it.
That is, Seo-pil thought about everything, but he didn’t take the worst-case scenario into account.
“This is a bit disappointing.”
The White Bone God smiled awkwardly.
“I’m not a very smart person, but I thought I had some insight. But it seems our Seo Bu-gak-ju didn’t think so.”
Seo-pil, who was looking at him with wavering eyes, tried to open his mouth calmly.
“This is just my personal opinion, so don’t take it too seriously. I’m just a sidekick.”
“Huh? I heard that you’re one of the most upright people in the school.”
“I don’t have the waist to walk around with my back straight in front of the elders of the teenage demon kings.”
“You know how to live in the world, don’t you?”
“If I didn’t know, I wouldn’t have gotten to this point.”
“You know how to live in the world, but you have no manners. No matter how much you dislike it, don’t you even say hello?”
It was a word that could have been easily overlooked, but when Seo-pil heard it, he felt a deep sense of defeat.
If I had seen the Teenage Demon King anywhere, I would have greeted him right away. That was natural.
But now I can’t do that. I’m so shocked by this unexpected situation that I’ve lost myself.
In other words, he was swept away by the two people in a panic. That in itself was a crushing defeat for Seo-pil.
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Seo-pil stood up from his seat and bowed his head politely.
“I’m sorry. I was so busy that I couldn’t be polite. Please forgive me.”
“Heh heh.”
“The Vice Minister of the Military Department, Seopil, sends greetings to Elder Baekgolshinma.”
The White Bone God smiled with satisfaction.
“It’s a name I’ve been hearing for some time now. They say he was born with great intelligence. I’ve always wanted to meet him since I heard the General favors him so much.”
It was a remark whose intention was difficult to understand.
No matter how good Seopil’s eye is, it is difficult to fully understand the inner workings of the Baekgol Shinma.
If Lee Cheon-sang was a human, the emotions he should have shown were vague and unreadable, then Baekgol Shinma would shrink in body and mind just by standing in front of him because of his high-level magic. In other words, he would not be able to demonstrate his full potential, whether it be martial arts or insight.
Seo-pil bowed his head.
In a situation where you don’t know how the other person will react, you shouldn’t beat around the bush and provoke their feelings. In such a case, you absolutely must use the direct method.
“I said things I would not have dared to say if I had known you were there. Please forgive me for any unintentional offense.”
Even though he bowed his head and apologized, he didn’t look cowardly.
The White Bone God nodded.
“Isn’t it a crime to curse the emperor when he’s not around? Since he doesn’t care much, Your Majesty the Concubine doesn’t have to care too much.”
“I am simply grateful for your generosity.”
Seo-pil stood with his hands folded politely and said.
“I don’t think there’s any need for further explanation. I think it would only make things uncomfortable for someone like me to be in the presence of the elder. I will now take my leave.”
“Do you have time?”
“……yes?”
“If you have time, would you like to have a drink?”
Seo-pil’s face hardened slightly.
If it was the White Bone God’s ability, he would have heard all the stories here, and of course, he would have even heard that there was no time.
Nevertheless, speaking like that meant that he was not going to let me go.
“I’m sorry. If this is the drinking party you suggested, I should put everything else aside, but since the General is waiting for a report, I think I should step aside for now.”
The White Bone God said in a cheerful voice.
“That General is more flexible than you think. Don’t you know better, since you are his direct subordinate?”
“Of course, but he is also a person who is flawless when it comes to public affairs.”
“That’s okay. I’m close with the general. No wonder we play baduk together. I’ll tell you about this matter myself, so let’s sit down and have a drink.”
It was reckless.
Seopil tried to use the military’s power once more, but soon gave up.
If Baekgol Shinma tells you to do it, then you have to do it. At least for now, that’s how it is. He was no match for you in terms of position or force. If you were not careful, you could end up losing your head.
‘Of course I wouldn’t go that far.’
If Baekgol Shinma wasn’t stupid, he wouldn’t be able to kill himself in a place like this.
But the worst had to be assumed.
“If you do, please allow me to give the order to my subordinates to return first.”
“Oh, that’s obvious.”
“thank you.”
“But there’s no need for that.”
“yes?”
The White Bone God pointed out the window with his chin.
“I told that person separately. I told him to send him away quietly.”
Seo-pil suddenly turned his head out the window, startled.
“… … !!”
A chill ran down my spine.
There were several people coming into Jamiru. Among them, the person walking in the middle had an overwhelming beauty that made the world brighten just by looking at it.
‘Hwanheewonju!’
It was the appearance of Baek So-dam, the owner of Hwanheewon.
That wasn’t all. Those walking around her were the strongest guards in the Hwanheewon, and even the successor, Yeo So-hong, was by her side.
“… … I came to a place where I shouldn’t even stretch my legs.”
“Oh, it’s disappointing to say that. He’s a top military official who boasts the highest level of authority.”
“No matter how high my reputation is, can it be compared to the Elder or the Lord of Hwanhee?”
“There’s one more.”
“yes?”
“He may be lower in rank than you, but the people in the school probably have a harder time with him than with you.”
Seopil felt his hair stand on end.
Squeak. Squeak.
The sound of climbing the stairs was brisk.
The moment he heard the sound, Seopil could sense the energy of the unknown person. He should have known sooner, but when he saw the White Bone Demon in front of him, all his attention was focused on him.
Of course, even if I knew, the situation wouldn’t have changed.
“Can I come in?”
“Of course.”
The door opened and a middle-aged man appeared.
Although she wasn’t adorned with flashy attire, she wore clothes that had a very antique charm. She didn’t have the usual gold and jewels hanging all over her, which gave her an even neater impression.
Seopil felt like closing his eyes tightly.
A middle-aged man bowed down to the White Bone God.
“How have you been, sir?”
“Hehe, I saw it a while ago, why are you saying this again?”
“I feel honored whenever I see you.”
“You still have honey on your tongue.”
“ha ha ha.”
The man who laughed heartily was none other than Gong Mu-oe, the head of the criminal law department.
The White Bone Demon looked around.
“Let’s see, I guess we need to move the tables around a bit. There are a lot of people here, so I have to order this and that.”
“I will do it.”
Lee Cheon-sang dragged a new table next to his seat and placed it there.
Seopil watched the scene quietly.
Although it may seem impossible to know what he was thinking on the outside, it would not be an exaggeration to say that Seopil’s thoughts were practically at a standstill.
Gongmu-oe smiled and bowed his head to Seo-pil.
“I’ve seen you around a few times, but this is the first time we’ve met in private.”
“……okay.”
“Greetings. I am a public official in charge of the criminal law department.”
“This is a calligraphy of Baeknoegak Bukgakju.”
“Please stop talking. You are of a higher rank than me, so it is uncomfortable to talk like that.”
Seo-pil smiled brightly.
“In my current situation, I think I should be respectful even to the lowest gatekeeper. It’s comfortable for me, so don’t hold it against me too much.”
“Haha, if that’s convenient for you.”
Seo-pil sighed and spoke to Lee Cheon-sang.
“I ended up drinking several bottles instead of just one.”
“okay.”
“I came here to pick a delicious ripe fruit and eat it, but underneath it were wild beasts I could never have imagined.”
“I put a lot of effort into it because I was worried that there might be a thief who would come and steal the fruit without the owner knowing.”
“Haha, a thief… … . Yes, I am a thief. Does that mean it’s time for punishment now?”
“I don’t know whether it will lead to punishment or reconciliation.”
“Please fill my glass this time.”
“Of course.”
People who should not have gathered, people who could not have gathered, gathered.
It was the beginning of an event that would be remembered as the worst day in Seo-pil’s life.