Chapter 152 – Let’s Ask the Sect Leader (3)
In the end, this is Ma Gyo’s dilemma.
Should he charge straight towards Make Great Myunggyo again since Sapar is so powerful?
Or should he wait quietly without attacking until another way is found, knowing that he will eventually be chased away?
“Normally, I would choose the latter…”
Ma Gyo is not here because he likes it here, but because he was driven out of Jungwon.
Of course, there must be some resentment. He hit the Jungpa, but he must have received some resentment as well.
“So Hyup, tell me. Which side do you think is right?”
I was annoyed by Paljangro’s tone, but I had to answer because of the Sect Leader’s expression.
“First of all, I think everyone here agrees that our sect must ultimately take control of Jungwon. Is that correct?”
“Yes.”
“The difference of opinion arises from whether we need a way to maintain that state for a long time or not.”
“So Hyup, our sect’s power is overwhelming. If the Blood Demon Alliance joins us, it will be even more so. If we destroy the Jungpa to the point where there is not even a speck of dust left, there will be no force left to resist…”
“That’s right, So Hyup.”
Interrupting Paljangro’s words, Iljangro intervened and agreed.
“But as Paljangro said, has there not been a case where they destroyed the Jungpa to dust and still suffered a counterattack?”
“…There have been quite a few. That’s why we’re struggling.”
Iljangro naturally pushed Paljangro aside and began to ask questions.
“Do we have to fight our way into Jungwon? Some of the Sapas know that their base is in Jungwon.”
No, in fact, except for Ma Gyo and O Dok Mun, all the famous Sapas like Geomrim or Hwarakgung, or even Haomun, have their bases inside China.
“Like other sects, if we quietly buy land and build a base there…”
“That’s ridiculous! There is a price to be paid for those people’s blood, how can we do that!”
“Besides, even if we stay quiet, the Jungpa Mureum will not accept us quietly. If we go to Jungwon, there will inevitably be a collision.”
The issue of blood price was not something I could solve. But Iljangro’s words made sense.
Even if Ma Gyo wanted to live quietly, it was impossible for them to accept it.
“Then let’s assume we take the direction of attacking the enemy. If we destroy the Jungpa to dust, what will be the driving force behind their resurgence?”
“…What do you mean?”
Chapter 152 – Let’s Ask the Sect Leader (3)
Ma Gyo finds himself in a dilemma.
Should he attack Make Great Myunggyo head-on since Sapar is so powerful?
Or should he wait quietly without attacking until another way is found, knowing that he will eventually be chased away?
“Normally, I would choose the latter…”
Ma Gyo is not here because he likes it here, but because he was driven out of Jungwon.
Of course, there must be some resentment. He hit the Jungpa, but he must have received some resentment as well.
“So Hyup, tell me. Which side do you think is right?”
I was annoyed by Paljangro’s tone, but I had to answer because of the Sect Leader’s expression.
“First of all, I think everyone here agrees that our sect must ultimately take control of Jungwon. Is that correct?”
“Yes.”
“The difference of opinion arises from whether we need a way to maintain that state for a long time or not.”
“So Hyup, our sect’s power is overwhelming. If the Blood Demon Alliance joins us, it will be even more so. If we destroy the Jungpa to the point where there is not even a speck of dust left, there will be no force left to resist…”
“That’s right, So Hyup.”
Interrupting Paljangro’s words, Iljangro intervened and agreed.
“But as Paljangro said, has there not been a case where they destroyed the Jungpa to dust and still suffered a counterattack?”
“…There have been quite a few. That’s why we’re struggling.”
Iljangro naturally pushed Paljangro aside and began to ask questions.
“Do we have to fight our way into Jungwon? Some of the Sapas know that their base is in Jungwon.”
No, in fact, except for Ma Gyo and O Dok Mun, all the famous Sapas like Geomrim or Hwarakgung, or even Haomun, have their bases inside China.
“Like other sects, if we quietly buy land and build a base there…”
“That’s ridiculous! There is a price to be paid for those people’s blood, how can we do that!”
“Besides, even if we stay quiet, the Jungpa Mureum will not accept us quietly. If we go to Jungwon, there will inevitably be a collision.”
The issue of blood price was not something I could solve. But Iljangro’s words made sense.
Even if Ma Gyo wanted to live quietly, it was impossible for them to accept it.
“Then let’s assume we take the direction of attacking the enemy. If we destroy the Jungpa to dust, what will be the driving force behind their resurgence?”
“…What do you mean?”
“Aside from the core masters and high-level martial arts, they would have taken some elixirs at most if the Jungpa was destroyed to dust. As for money, they would have taken some receipts, and their businesses would not have been managed at all. How could they have resurrected themselves?”
As I spoke, I began to see the bigger picture. The reason why Ma Gyo’s rule did not continue was…
“It’s probably because the common people support the Jungpa. We know that much. So even if we promise not to cause harm, there have been cases where the same thing happened.”
Iljangro’s answer was well thought out.
“If we can’t solve that problem, even if we defeat Jungwon, we will eventually be chased away again no matter how many times we talk about it…”
Iljangro looked at the other elders. It seems that the elders who say that everything should be overturned are the problem. There seem to be quite a few of them.
“First, let’s assume that we only defeat the Jungpa. If we promise to protect them like the Jungpa does, we can win the people’s hearts. No, since our sect’s power is stronger, they might like it even more.”
When Iljangro spoke up, my inner doubts were awakened.
“Will the common people really believe that?”
“What?”
“Unless we drastically reduce the use of magic with the Guishikdae method, even ordinary people with dull senses will feel some discomfort. How can they believe someone who emits such magic so strongly?”
It’s common sense, but people are often influenced by the impression they give. In a situation where magic causes discomfort, would they easily believe the truth even if someone said it?
“If they don’t believe it? Do we have to open our hearts and show them what’s inside?”
“You have to think of a way to make them believe. Isn’t that what you’re supposed to do?”
Although Iljangro was arguing with Paljangro, he wasn’t deliberately nitpicking. It’s just a statement based on facts.
But it was very satisfying to see Iljangro’s expression distorted.
“How dare you… Where did you…!”
“Stop it. I’m the one who asked for Kang So HyupChapter 152 – Let’s Ask the Sect Leader (3)
Ma Gyo finds himself in a dilemma.
He wonders if he should attack Make Great Myunggyo head-on since Sapar is so powerful, or if he should wait quietly without attacking until another way is found, knowing that he will eventually be chased away.
“Normally, I would choose the latter…”
Ma Gyo is not here because he likes it here, but because he was driven out of Jungwon.
Of course, there must be some resentment. He hit the Jungpa, but he must have received some resentment as well.
“So Hyup, tell me. Which side do you think is right?”
I was annoyed by Paljangro’s tone, but I had to answer because of the Sect Leader’s expression.
“First of all, I think everyone here agrees that our sect must ultimately take control of Jungwon. Is that correct?”
“Yes.”
“The difference of opinion arises from whether we need a way to maintain that state for a long time or not.”
“So Hyup, our sect’s power is overwhelming. If the Blood Demon Alliance joins us, it will be even more so. If we destroy the Jungpa to the point where there is not even a speck of dust left, there will be no force left to resist…”
“That’s right, So Hyup.”
Interrupting Paljangro’s words, Iljangro intervened and agreed.
“But as Paljangro said, has there not been a case where they destroyed the Jungpa to dust and still suffered a counterattack?”
“…There have been quite a few. That’s why we’re struggling.”
Iljangro naturally pushed Paljangro aside and began to ask questions.
“Do we have to fight our way into Jungwon? Some of the Sapas know that their base is in Jungwon.”
No, in fact, except for Ma Gyo and O Dok Mun, all the famous Sapas like Geomrim or Hwarakgung, or even Haomun, have their bases inside China.
“Like other sects, if we quietly buy land and build a base there…”
“That’s ridiculous! There is a price to be paid for those people’s blood, how can we do that!”
“Besides, even if we stay quiet, the Jungpa Mureum will not accept us quietly. If we go to Jungwon, there will inevitably be a collision.”
The issue of blood price was not something I could solve. But Iljangro’s words made sense.
Even if Ma Gyo wanted to live quietly, it was impossible for them to accept it.
“Then let’s assume we take the direction of attacking the enemy. If we destroy the Jungpa to dust, what will be the driving force behind their resurgence?”
“…What do you mean?”
“Aside from the core masters and high-level martial arts, they would have taken some elixirs at most if the Jungpa was destroyed to dust. As for money, they would have taken some receipts, and their businesses would not have been managed at all. How could they have resurrected themselves?”
As I spoke, I began to see the bigger picture. The reason why Ma Gyo’s rule did not continue was…
“It’s probably because the common people support the Jungpa. We know that much. So even if we promise not to cause harm, there have been cases where the same thing happened.”
Iljangro’s answer was well thought out.
“If we can’t solve that problem, even if we defeat Jungwon, we will eventually be chased away again no matter how many times we talk about it…”
Iljangro looked at the other elders. It seems that the elders who say that everything should be overturned are the problem. There seem to be quite a few of them.
“First, let’s assume that we only defeat the Jungpa. If we promise to protect them like the Jungpa does, we can win the people’s hearts. No, since our sect’s power is stronger, they might like it even more.”
When Iljangro spoke up, my inner doubts were awakened.
“Will the common people really believe that?”
“What?”
“Unless we drastically reduce the use of magic with the Guishikdae method, even ordinary people with dull senses will feel some discomfort. How can they believe someone who emits such magic so strongly?”
It’s common sense, but people are often influenced by the impression they give. In a situation where magic causes discomfort, would they easily believe the truth even if someone said it?
“If they don’t believe it? Do we have to open our hearts and show them what’s inside?”
“You have to think of a way to make them believe. Isn’t that what you’re supposed to do?”
Although Iljangro was arguing with Paljangro, he wasn’t deliberately nitpicking. It’s just a statement based on facts.
But it was very satisfying to see Iljangro’s expression distorted.
“How dare you… Where did you…!”
“Stop it. I’m the one who asked for
However, I can’t do that. There are still so many virgin MILF out there!
“…I’m not entirely sure, but when it comes to personal relationships, there are usually two types of people you want to keep around. The first is someone you have feelings for, and the second is someone who is useful to you.”
“Can you explain that in more detail?”
“The first one is probably self-explanatory. A good person. A pretty person. Someone with a nice voice. You know, that kind of person.”
Some of the elders stopped whispering amongst themselves, and everyone in the room was now paying attention to me.
“The second one is someone who is useful to you, even if you don’t particularly like them. A subordinate who is good at their job but has an annoying voice, a friend who is a pain but often buys you drinks, a relative who is a bit of a suck-up but can help you find a job.”
“That makes sense.”
“In my opinion, the Gwigyo are barely meeting the second type, while the Jeongpa are meeting both the first and second types. That’s the difference.”
I spun my words around, but in the end, it all boiled down to “you just don’t like them.”
Some of them realized this and turned red, but they couldn’t say anything because the leader had silenced them.
“Even if they both have their swords drawn, one person is a fearsome Magyo who drips with ominous energy, while the other is a Hwasanpa warrior wearing a fresh plum blossom-patterned outfit. From the perspective of the common people, which one do you think they would trust more?”
“…The Hwasanpa warrior, I suppose.”
“Then your words are useless. So, does that mean the main sect should never go to the central plains?”
The first elder interjected. His expression was not very favorable towards me, as if he was forcing a bitter reality on me.
“No, that’s not what I’m saying.”
“From what you explained, unless you use the Gwisikdae method to erase the Magyo, the common people would see the Jeongpa as equal or better, right? So why not?”
“Ah, even if you use the Gwisikdae method, the Jeongpa are still better. Do you think the common people are deaf? They’ll hear about how the Gwigyo are evil Magyo bastards.”
“Wha-what…!”
The first elder’s expression was about to explode.
He paused for a moment before exploding. If he hesitated any longer, he would have been screwed.
I took a deep breath and spoke up.
“So, you shouldn’t be someone who is useful to have around, but someone who can’t be without.”
That was my conclusion.
The leader of the Myeonggyo sect, the Shinma Yeonghosang, looked down at me with an amused expression as I ranted about evil Magyo bastards in front of him.
It had been decades since he had met such a reckless person in front of him. It wasn’t that there wasn’t any part of him that trusted his disciple’s judgment, but…
Suddenly, he turned to look at the Hyeolma side and sent a telepathic message.
[Have you taken care of your disciples?]
“[It’s noisy.]”
I know his personality well enough to know that he doesn’t like to interfere in these matters, but he’s surprisingly looking at me with a rather heartwarming expression.
I never thought the Hyeolma would be able to raise their disciples properly. Even teaching them how to bully their subordinates is a flaw, but…
When I found out that he had dragged someone else’s wife into this martial arts competition and humiliated her, I was speechless. But now that I think about it, it’s actually quite entertaining.
“Someone you can’t be without? What do you mean?”
“For example, let’s say there’s only one well in a village. There’s no other way to get water. But that well has an owner.”
“…That owner would have a lot of power in that village. Are you saying that the main sect should occupy that position by taking over the water source…?”
“No, no, that’s not what I meant.”
If I said that, millions of Huang soldiers would immediately rise up to destroy the Myeonggyo sect.
Even if the government and the martial arts world are inviolable, they certainly wouldn’t tolerate such tyranny.
“I was just giving an example. Anyway, wouldn’t people want to get along with the owner of that well?”
“I suppose so. So are you saying that the main sect should occupy a position like that?”
“That’s exactly what I’m saying.”
Someone you can’t be without. It was an interesting expression.
Compared to the elders who only shout that they should receive their fair share, it was a much more constructive opinion.
“But how do we occupy that position? The central plains have much more abundant resources.”
This elder asked a sharp question. There must be some other intention mixed in, but the question itself was valid.
“It’s not just about resources. For example, isn’t that how a country works? They protect the people and collect taxes in exchange for helping them during famines. If you do that well, you’ll be praised.”
“…”
“After creating something that only the Myeonggyo sect can offer, something that makes people think they can’t live without it, you can enter the central plains.”
It was a plausible idea. The leader nodded as he listened to the young man’s explanation.
“If we continue to be together, even the common people who feel no different from Myeonggyo followers will change their minds. It fulfills the first condition, which is someone you have feelings for.”
If that happens, even if there is a conflict with the Jeongpa, it will be much easier to fight without much burden.
“So, what is it? How do we do it?”
The first elder asked in a breathless voice. It was interesting to see him, who always appeared calm, asking questions like an opium addict.
“Well…”
In the midst of everyone leaning in and focusing on the young man standing in the center, he spoke up.
“Now we have to start thinking.”
