Chapter 80 – Return
『Even though the population has increased overwhelmingly compared to the past, the number of people with the qualifications of a master has continued to decrease.
Some say it is because the energy between heaven and earth has declined.
Someone said that the heavenly law no longer allowed the development of nothingness.
Some say the gates are closed.
Someone cried out because it was a curse from God.
The truth was unknown.
There was one obvious fact.
It was that a genius with the qualities of a great master was absolutely necessary for the development of martial arts.
Sicheonma, Dharma, Jang Sam-bong, great servants of the Gupa, and military gods.
A year for those with the qualities of a great master is equal to a thousand or ten thousand years for ordinary people.
No matter how many ordinary people there were, it was impossible to cause the development of martial arts.
That was the coldness of martial arts.
Like that.
As the years passed, numerous martial arts were practiced.
Progress was still slow.
As the gate crisis broke out, it became urgent to protect what was there rather than developing nothing.
Although everyone is ignoring
Perhaps, we are only regressing infinitely.
Preface to the end of the last world of Gangho Birok (江湖祕錄).
The Murim Maeng, who received the information delivered in the name of the Cheonma Shinkyo, publicly promised a thorough investigation. I couldn’t believe it, but it didn’t seem like I had any intention of burying it quietly.
‘It took a long time.’
Certainly like the Moorim Maeng, which is a federation system, the announcement came out long after the related materials were handed over. Thanks to that, the time to return to the academy has already arrived.
“Master, I am Kim Mu-gong, your disciple.”
I cleared my clothes and spoke quietly in front of the door. There are only a few days left to see the master. Eventually, the door opened automatically, and I approached the seat where Master was sitting. The master looked at me silently. It was a bit of an odd sight.
“Why do you look like that?”
“The political faction recognized your existence. Do you know?”
I wanted to say something.
“Of course. Isn’t that what you did in the first place?”
“Life at the academy will not be easier than before. Would you like to go anyway?”
“I am determined.”
Like Jegalhye, and Hyukriak somewhere. It wasn’t even a question that could be answered by staying in Shinkyo like a flower in a greenhouse. It would be better to hit it directly.
“Right. Take it.”
Widely. Master placed a sword on the desk. The scabbard made of antique black leather that looked like something from a reptile was impressive. I carefully raised my sword.
“Can I pull it out?”
“Okay.”
I slightly widened the distance and drew my sword. Not only the scabbard, but also the sword body had a subtle ink color. A mysterious radiance that could not be seen anywhere wrapped around the sword. When I lightly flicked the sword with my finger, the sound was unique. It was not the clear feeling of iron, but it felt dense and dull.
“Isn’t it iron?”
“It’s not just iron. One of the demons that drove China to destruction. A sword made from the fangs of the Void Dragon. Countless people have tried to make something out of Void Dragon fragments, but only two have succeeded.”
“…Can I accept this?”
There are only two of them in the world.
The level of monsters is also subdivided just like the skill, but if it is a monster that drove China to destruction, it is at least S-class or higher. If only the two of them were able to refine properly, there was a high probability that they were SS-class or higher.
That was enough to make it difficult even for Hwagyeong’s soldiers, and it was only possible to subdue the Hyungyeong’s soldiers.
Perhaps it was a demonic beast that the master directly subdued.
“Does not matter. It would be impossible to use a normal sword to use the Bongma sword type. Take it.”
“…Thank you.”
Carefully put the sword back into the scabbard and wore it around the waist. Then I suddenly remembered something, so I asked the master.
“You said two, but maybe the other one is…”
“Hayeon’s sword is right. It was made with the claws of the Void Dragon.”
Also. Cheon Ha-yeon’s sword didn’t seem to be made of a common material either.
“If Ha Yeoni’s sword has the quality of accepting bets, the strength of the black dragon sword is its strength. In terms of durability, it is probably better than the Heavenly Demon Sword.”
“Huh… That’s right. Is this sword’s name Black Dragon Sword?”
“Okay. It’s just a name I made up. Don’t you like it?”
The master’s eyebrows twitched.
“No. Dude, I like it very much. I will cherish it.”
He spewed out his words as quickly as a rapid-fire cannon. It’s because someone reminds me of the black dragon. Looking at the shape of the sword, there was no name that suited it better than that.
“Don’t spare it, use it when you need it. It’s just a weapon.”
“Yes. Of course.”
“And hmm.”
The master paused for a moment while staring at me.
“Master?”
“Please take good care of Hayeon. Take good care of it like a priest so that miscellaneous things do not approach.”
“Aren’t you dressed as a man anyway?”
“There are various kinds of seeds in the world.”
“…I don’t think I’m going to be a sister who would get hurt anyway.”
“Don’t throw up.”
“Yep.”
When was the last time you told me not to be too friendly? Still, from Master’s reaction, I felt that his evaluation of me had risen a little more than before. It seems like you’ll allow me to be friendly with you now.
I naturally raised the corners of my mouth and lowered my head.
***
Even after Kim Mu-gong left in a state of ecstasy, Chen Wei-kang sat in his chair, resting his chin on his chin and thinking.
At first, he was a disciple received through a kind of transaction, but in just one month, the perception of Kim Mu-gong has changed considerably.
Originally, it would not have been easy to give away a noble object like a black dragon sword.
‘It would be nice if I just let go of the frivolity.’
Every now and then, when I heard him babbling, I had the urge to punch him in the head.
However, when Cheon Wei-gang used physical force against Kim Mu-gong, it was limited to training time.
Contrary to what many people feared, Chen Wei-gang was not the type to prefer random violence.
Power should be used efficiently and only as much as it is needed in the right place.
This theory of Chen Wei-gang was also revealed in his lifestyle.
Besides, now I didn’t hate Kim Mu-gong’s friendly attitude.
Until now, no one had acted like that in front of Chen Wei-gang, so it felt like he had a son in his old age.
Even though he couldn’t use the Bong Magic Sword properly yet, that was probably the reason why he dared to give away the Black Dragon Sword.
Chen Yu-gang was convinced that the new student was drawing something big. If that’s the case, it would be better for him to add a little bit of strength as a master.
“Black Pungdanju.”
Chen Weigang stood up from his seat and chanted quietly. The master of Black Wind, who was nearby, quietly knelt down.
She said that she was fine, but it was difficult for her to leave it to her disciple as she was from the perspective of her Cheonwei-gang, who had suffered from Moorim’s menstruation.
In addition to blood ties, political parties were also a problem. On the contrary, there were times when she was more shady than blood ties.
A safety device was needed.
“I need to meet the body. To prepare.”
“Johnny.”
And the invincible predecessor Dokgo’s plaque would be sufficient as a disciple’s fence even in the middle of the political faction.
Judged so
***
“Young master, preparations are complete.”
Ryu Eun-chae led some of the Honghwa-gak staff to come and pick up my luggage.
“I can listen.”
“I can’t.”
“Isn’t everyone going to Honghwagak?”
“Of course not. I am the only one who follows Young master.”
“Uh? Are you going too?”
“Didn’t you tell me before?”
“I didn’t say anything.”
I haven’t heard anything at all I thought Eunchae Ryu would stay and manage Black Dragon Pavilion.
“Sorry. I made a mistake because I had a lot of work these days. There’s also the issue of the Red Dragon’s future, so I’m supposed to go too. I need someone to support me with this and that.”
“I am welcome.”
This person is also making mistakes. Somehow, these days, dark circles have settled down. Starting with the Red Dragon Corps, managing the Black Dragon Pavilion and coordinating with other organizations of the Shinto Church, he seemed to be overloaded.
Still, there was no doubt about Ryu Eun-chae’s ability to handle work, as befits a snappy personality.
From the management of the Red Dragon Corps staying near the academy to contacting Shingo and so on. I needed someone to do chores, but I can definitely trust Ryu Eun-chae.
“Let’s go.”
When I went down the building, the Red Dragons were waiting in moderation, exuding great momentum. Although it was a short period of time, the Jeokryongdae was reborn as a completely different group through real battles and rigorous training.
Of course, there were kids like Jeokha who looked at me and said ‘Daejangdaejang’ with their mouths. It was clear that even that enemy would not be as nervous as he was last time just because he was going to battle.
We boarded the vehicle one after another and moved to the airport.
Today was the day to finally leave Shinkyo.
It was only a vacation, but during that time, Shinkyo felt like a second home.
When I went inside the Protestant airport, I saw black righteous people boasting 10 times the number of people in the Red Dragon Corps. It was Ma Young-sura University.
I went near them and got off.
A woman escorted by black men came into view. She had a familiar look.
“It’s been a while.”
Cheon Ha-yeon welcomed me with a gentle smile.
“Uh. How have you been?”
It was the first Cheon Ha-yeon I saw after the closing training. Maybe it’s because I’ve been exposed to less sunlight, but it feels like my skin is whiter than before.
“Of course. How have you been?”
“I’ll tell you more later. I’ve been a bit busy.”
“I guess it sounds like that. Are you the Red Dragon Squad?”
Cheon Ha-yeon looked at the red dragon and asked.
“The Heavenly Demon, the present world, the blessing of the Heavenly Demon! Everyone in the Red Dragon Corps, see the young master!”
The Red Ryongdae looked at Cheon Ha-yeon and surrounded them as a group.
“It was a blunder. I think we will see each other often in the future. Your name is…”
“I am Hong Eun-joo, Lord of the Red Dragon.”
“Is it. Take good care of my priest.”
“John name! Please leave it to me.”
Chun Ha-yeon raised the corner of her mouth slightly and looked in the other direction.
“Oh, I see.”
I, too, watched the car approaching this way.
The car door opened, and women dressed in white got out of the car one by one. Taking their help one last time, a woman came towards me. I calmly opened my mouth.
“Come on.”
“Yes. Long time no see.”
Midsummer smiled and approached with gentle gestures.
The long summer is over, and autumn is coming.
It was time to return to the academy.
