Surviving as a Genius on Borrowed Time Chapter 38

The old monk’s favor (2)

The drones were muttering among themselves.

“Hwang······Is Hwang Seong······?”

“That can’t be. Why would Iphwangseong be in a place like this?”

“The great monks of Shaolin were with that bastard Ji-hyeon! There’s no way he wouldn’t come, even if he’s a descendant of Iphwangseong!”

It shows the chaos of the dark world as it is.

Back alley gangsters who learned low-class martial arts and became warriors were called Heukdo. They were the ones who ended up becoming Sapa martial artists.

It was then that a beefy, balding man pulled out an axe from the table.

It seemed like he had mastered martial arts that matched his natural prowess. His eyes, glaring at Jeongyeonshin, were red with intoxication.

“A kid like that is a master of the Imperial Palace? These guys are also brothers!”

He grabbed the axe handle and threw it down with the intention of hitting it hard. The sound that tore through the air was tremendous.

Heonwonchang didn’t move at all with his arms crossed. He even smiled.

bang!

Jeong Yeon-shin drew her sword and threw it away in the blink of an eye.

The axe was instantly shattered into pieces. The aftereffects of the momentary blast from the hand holding the Ip-Hwang-Geom created a strong wind.

Some of the axe fragments were flying around.

“From a career in martial arts to swordsmanship······!”

Heonwonchang, who was smiling calmly next to me, let out an exclamation.

It seemed like he had recognized the solar eclipse of Shihwamugeukkwon Jeicho and Jinbyeok. Could it be the reason he created and used martial arts?

Jeong Yeon-shin was easily able to freely carry out careers with different purposes.

‘The Emperor and the Nine Heavens are above the clouds.’

At this moment, he realized that his martial arts skills were in a different world from those of the average local martial artist.

Compared to the eight evil swords of the Paegeomjong, it was as sharp as a fly.

There was no need to stack the true energy with the Shigeukgyeong. Throwing the axe felt really light.

“Was chopping wood the means by which you wanted to tell your story?”

As he walked forward with his sword in his hand, the black swordsmen were startled. Jeong Yeon-shin paid them no attention and strode forward briskly.

I don’t know about the other guys, but I can’t leave that bald lump alone. That throw was clearly intended to kill.

It was as natural as the flow of water, as I had been using my hands so lightly.

It was different from the Dangrang faction, which had to welcome Jeongyeonshin within its own faction.

There must be more than one or two people who have been sacrificed.

“Wait a minute, let me talk for a minute!”

He waved his hand as if he had lost his will to resist after seeing Jinbyeok’s career. At the same time, the Ip Hwang sword flashed.

A pure white light spread from the long blade and illuminated the bastard’s despairing face.

Chook-!

The scattered blood was clearly distorted as if urging an answer. The faces of the remaining men changed.

* * *

It started with the story that after the Jeong family was destroyed, a storm of blood blew through the streets.

It is said that there was a war between black gangs over local commercial districts.

I heard the story.

General Jeong Ga-jang created the upper class in the midst of chaos and grew it with great skill.

The main items he dealt with were agricultural products, and he was skilled at bargaining and distribution, as well as quality, so he quickly left Shinya County.

However, the forests and wealth of the fallen estate were the root of the upper class. It was impossible for the Black Swordsmen to not target them.

It is said that he blinded Ji-hyeon with a huge amount of money and attacked the upper class, dismantling it piece by piece.

That’s how the Shinya White Martial Arts School was created.

“Those rotten bastards!”

Heonwonchang was furious.

The kisaengs who were with the Shinya Baekmupa’s warriors quietly returned to the kisaeng house.

He didn’t even scream. It seemed like he was used to the blood.

Jihyun had no idea what she was doing.

“I believe you will do well.”

“Will one day be enough?”

“It’s a matter of family land. If you ask, I can help.”

It was a trivial matter for the masters of Magwangik.

The seniors patted the youngest, Jeong Yeon-shin’s head or shoulder and headed to the guest room.

Calm temperament and stable force. Even after two expeditions, Seomye had already gained trust within Ma Gwang-ik.

“Can I punish Jihyun?”

“It is possible if it becomes black.”

Margin answered Jeongyeonshin’s question. He continued.

“You have already single-handedly destroyed the Tanglang Sect. You have clearly become stronger since then. The Black Sword Sect of Shinya-hyeon should not be difficult. Do you need more help?”

“I will only accept your heart.”

“I’ll tell Jihyun about this place as soon as I get back. It seems like a lot will come out.”

Jeong Yeon-shin took the lottery ticket with a word of thanks. When she turned around, Heon Won-chang was smiling brightly.

“I’ll go with you. Are you going to let Jeong So-hyeop, who doesn’t even have a contract, go on a trip alone? The reputation of Iphwang Shinhyeop is a shame.”

“It’s not a collaboration.”

“Isn’t sweeping away the Black Sea Waves the job of a knight? It’s something that others are afraid of getting hurt and can’t do.”

“Shall I also include the name of Heonwon Sohyeop in Jeonggajang’s Fish Scale Illustrated Book?”

The young book was a land register of the famous people.

It was a joke about giving away even a piece of land, but Heonwonchang shook his head with a serious expression.

“It is a credit union because it does not receive a price.”

He was a person who seemed like a useless person in the imperial palace. Jeong Yeon-shin had been thinking that way more and more these days.

Heonwonchang is truly a great hero worthy of being mentioned in stories.

He was also a handsome man with a refreshing impression. The hero hat on his forehead suited him perfectly.

‘That’s because it doesn’t reach you.’

The two headed straight to the Shinya Baekmupa. It was not far away.

We arrived quickly without even needing to use the lightness of the Iphwangseong Fortress.

The old-fashioned main gate was firmly shut, as if it were a small manor owned by a local lord.

“It’s a shame to waste it.”

Contrary to what he said, it was Heonwonchang who had already drawn his own sword.

He whirled like the north wind with each step of his law.

The sharp sword sound rang out as the refined slash formed on the blade, and at the same time as the sword strike with the warrior’s sword shattered the door, Jeongyeonshin kicked the ground.

Jeez-!

The wooden fragments were scattered in all directions by the wind that surrounded Jeongyeonshin’s body.

In the wide open field of vision, unmanned personnel carrying various weapons were visible. They were already prepared.

It was said that the Daemun faction was the one hesitating to clash with the Iphwangseong faction.

The small and medium-sized factions are so ignorant of the news that they have difficulty believing the rumors. This means that they do not have the ability to defend themselves in terms of military force.

The word earthworm, which Cheongmyeong had said was used for such people, flashed through my mind.

Shinya Baekmupa. He looked truly arrogant.

“You two fearless worms came alone! I’ll use you guys as fertilizer for the forest!”

The man who came forward with an arrogant air had a large appearance. He seemed to be the leader of the Shinya Baekmu faction, also known as the leader.

“What the heck! Kill them!”

Jeongyeonshin did not stop the rush.

The Gwanghwageomryu that arose with a dim beam of light passed by Moonju’s neck.

* *

It was when I broke the secret rooms of the gangsters and took the documents related to the Jeong family.

Four people crossed the threshold of the Shinya Baekmu Sect. Their gazes scanning the four directions were filled with shock and amazement.

It seemed that there were many black-haired warriors lying down and groaning.

“Oh, it’s already too late.”

“What the heck is this······.”

There were two monks, a middle-aged man in a saddle, and Ji-hyeon of Shinya-hyeon wearing official attire.

It seemed like he had already heard the rumor from the outside.

“You… aren’t you the son of the head of the household?”

Jihyun, who has thick cheeks, recognized Jeongyeon Shin.

Even though we didn’t see each other often, we knew each other’s faces.

The Murimbangpa and the local Jihyeon are not separate entities.

It was common for law enforcement to lend a hand when there was a shortage of manpower.

It was a symbiotic relationship, with Ji-hyeon also providing convenience in tribute and business.

“Your lips, your mouth is yellow? You?”

“Confucius!”

As Jihyun stuttered, someone stood before her eyes in a single stride.

“You have truly become a true warrior! What a blue long coat of arms! It is truly a dream come true!”

He was the head of the Jeong family, a middle-aged man with a bright complexion.

The rumor about the island of Magwangik, which had spread little by little from Seomseo, seemed not to have reached Hanam yet.

“I heard the director wasn’t doing well.”

“I didn’t have enough strength.”

The general smiled bitterly. Jeong Yeon-shin narrowed her eyes. The approaching wave was different from before.

It was quite clear and had a sense of weight. It was a change that would be difficult to experience without studying proper Jeongjong Muhak.

“Did you join the Jeongdo sect?”

“Yes. At this age, I became a lay disciple of Shaolin Temple. It was a stroke of luck. I am truly grateful.”

It was truly amazing. If I were to describe in words the twists and turns of losing my position and becoming a Shaolin disciple, it would be too long.

Just a face expressing complex emotions would be enough.

It seemed that the general wanted to use Shaolin’s power to defeat the Shinya Black Swordsmen.

I also felt extraordinary when the Jeong family was destroyed. I thought that such a great person was rotting away in Jeong family.

He introduced the old monk who was standing quietly next to him.

“He is my teacher.”

“They say it’s the original.”

An old monk wearing yellow robes raised his right hand in front of his chest.

He called me class president. It was a greeting unique to Shaolin.

The face that stared intently at Jeong Yeon-shin was wrinkled with age.

“You are the original master. Your name is Jeongyeonsin of Iphwangseong.”

It was when Jeong Yeon-shin won the lottery.

“The hand of the small group is truly amazing! I am Gakjeong (覺停)!”

A young monk who had been wandering around approached.

He was very handsome. He had a nice head and long ears that looked like they had a lot of virtue. He was a famous monk from Shaolin Temple.

Before talking, it was difficult to estimate the distribution of the wealth, but it was immediately clear that he was not an elder.

The name of the little monk Soshinseung Gakjeong was already famous.

He was said to be one of the Eighteen Arhats of the Great Shaolin Temple and a master of Shaolin martial arts. He was no ordinary later-stage expert.

“Private. May I speak with this person?”

“Do as you wish. Before that.”

Wonjong Seonsa stared straight at Jeongyeonshin with eyes that looked bored.

“You. Do you have any connection with our temple?”

“Today is my first time meeting the Shaolin masters.”

“But your body is really amazing. It’s so well-polished, as if you’ve mastered the Book of Changes.”

Dharma Station’s Kyunggyeong. It was a martial art that few people in the martial arts world knew about. Its origins were widely known.

It is said that Master Dharma created it to help monks cultivate their physical and internal energy.

It is said that the seventy-two Shaolin Temple martial arts begin at the reverse trajectory and return to the reverse trajectory.

The eyes of the general and each minister grew wide.

“Now that I think about it······.”

The words of the officer who had been scanning Jeong Yeon-shin’s body became blurred. The general simply stood there quietly with a face of amazement.

Even though you knew that Jeong Yeon-shin had been honing his body for nearly ten years since he founded Jeong Ga-dong Gong, it was still like that.

Although he became a lay disciple of Shaolin, he did not speak carelessly.

“Jeong So-hyeop. I don’t think you would have stolen and mastered the secret teachings of the headquarters. That would be impossible.”

Each side opened its mouth.

“Just a good idea comes to mind. I know that your plan is very reasonable from a worldly perspective. However, as someone who has only practiced martial arts and Buddhism in a mountain temple, I feel like it is a bit excessive. Since it is clear that you will one day become one of the world’s greatest masters, I, Ddaengjung, cannot help but worry.”

“What do you want to say?”

“A person without weapons speaks without weapons. I have learned the Iron Sand Palm and the Reverse Curve from the Seventy-Two Seasonal External Arts. Reverse Curve is said to be a form of internal qigong, but it seems that you have also learned the Donggong to build your body. How about granting the request of the person who has won the competition of physical achievements? If you agree, I will give you this.”

Gakjeong took out a wooden box from his bag and opened it.

As the sweet scent of grass spread, a small ring was revealed.

“This is Myeongjeongdan. I created it by passing on my clan’s secret technique to the Medicine King Hall.”

“Myungjeongdan!”

Heonwonchang, who had been watching from the side, started to fuss.

He had just come out of the palace after going into it to look for treasures to distribute to the common people.

The fame of the Daehwandan and Summoningdan is known throughout the world, but recently, even the names of medicines like the Myeongjeongdan of the Shaolin Temple have become known.

I heard that it instantly heals injured blood and energy. It was said to be thanks to the medical techniques of the Medicine King Hall of Shaolin Temple mixed with the secrets of the famous clan.

‘I heard it’s a pretty expensive medicine.’

Even if you are injured, you can fight again right away. Is this the fairness of Shaolin?

I was impressed by his cautious attitude of offering the medicine first even though he wanted to guide me.

This would be something that would be difficult to happen in other martial arts schools.

Jeongyeon Shin gazed into Gakjeong’s clear eyes and nodded.

As soon as he receives the package, Gakjeong smiles.

“Monk Gakjeong has given me a gift. I will do my best.”

“Haha! Thank you for your patience. And just in case, Your Majesty may need to take the medicine right away.”

It was an interesting provocation. It meant that if you compete with yourself in external attacks, you might suffer internal injuries.

Considering the powerful Shaolin martial arts and the fame of the little monks, it was quite understandable.

“What is your request, monk?”

“If I win, listen to my Buddhist lecture for one hour.”

“······?”

“What, did you know that I would tell you to shave your head and come to the main temple as a disciple?”

Gakjeong, who had begun to loosen up his hands and feet, seemed like a strange person to Jeongyeonshin.

It seemed like the martial artist’s competitive spirit and the Buddhist disciple’s detachment had come together to create a strange personality. It wasn’t a bad feeling.

“Let’s get started.”

“Okay.”

Jeong Yeon-shin, who had taken a stance, knew intuitively.

If we use our internal energy together, he will still fall far behind Soshin Seung Gakjeong.

However, the level of physical training was different. He only practiced Jeonggadonggong for a long time and achieved great success.

I thought it was worth a try.

Kwak!

As soon as the fight began, a dazzling barrage of punches poured out. Fists and legs struck the entire body in all sorts of trajectories.

Only Jeong Yeon-shin’s eyes moved according to his will. He captured the essence of Shaolin martial arts one by one in his eyes.

Paralock! Bang!

The punch that hit his shoulder was not light. Even without Jin-gi, powerful martial arts were released from Gakjeong’s body.

Jeong Yeon-shin didn’t even make a valid counterattack for twenty minutes.

It was then that the hem of the robe that had suddenly slumped down fluttered sharply.

That too for a moment, and he suddenly charged forward with two steps forward.

It appeared to be Dragon Fist, one of the famous Shaolin Five Fists.

Phew-!

The fist of the rising sword exploded from the pit of the mind. Could it be a martial art that implements a waterspout using a human body?

Even though I didn’t use my internal energy, the dust rose up like a whirlwind. It was as if I was hitting him with the intention of killing him.

“hmm?”

Instead, the steps were pushed back two steps. The footprints on the dirt floor were deep.

Jeongyeonshin stood still with a calm expression on her face. She was still standing in the same spot where she had been when the fight began.

“······.”

“Have you finished everything, monk?”

He asked quietly.