The Martial Genius Who Remembers Everything Chapter 60

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In my previous life, my dream was to enter the Yongbong-jihoe.

The honor of being a gathering of the greatest talents of the generation, and the responsibility of punishing those who committed evil deeds. Even the awe and respect received from everyone, regardless of age or gender.

Before I knew the reality, the dream of all the children in the Tae-eul-mun, including myself, was to belong to the Yongbong-jihoe.

When our training ended, we would gather in groups of three or five to play “Yongbong-jihoe.”

The boys would play the role of the Dragon, and the girls would play the role of the Phoenix, nurturing our dreams.

Upon hearing the news that they were coming, I tossed and turned all night starting a week before, and I kept the paper for receiving the official seal so it wouldn’t get wrinkled.

However, contrary to my expectations, the Yongbong-jihoe that visited at that time threw the Tae-eul-mun into a pit of despair.

I do not know what they were thinking.

Hwa Jeong-san, the Sinmaehwagum (New Plum Painting Sword) of the Yongbong-jihoe.

That swordsman, whom I liked the most, asked the Mun-ju for guidance, and the Mun-ju, who could not receive the fifty techniques of the late-comer who was twenty years his junior, eventually pushed himself too hard and fell into juhwa-ipma (qi deviation).

“Tsk, staying on the 108 Peaks any longer won’t be of much help.”

That was what Hwa Jeong-san said after seeing the Mun-ju, Hong Mun-gi, vomiting blood due to internal injuries.

Although he miraculously saved his life, Hong Mun-gi, who had lost all his internal energy, could no longer move as he used to.

Hong Mun-gi entrusted the internal affairs to Jin Tae-san and the external affairs to Gye Cheol-yeong, who was at the Martial Arts Academy at the time.

Gye Cheol-yeong brought all the disciples of the Tae-eul-mun, who were not yet fully mature, to the Murim Alliance and treated them like his own servants.

“Thinking about it again, it was like hell.”

I cannot say it is the same as my previous life.

Because the Tae-eul-mun had already changed, starting with Gye Cheol-yeong.

However, even so, if their attitude was the same as in my previous life, I had no intention of leaving even a shred of the respect I had held for the Yongbong-jihoe.

“At this speed, I will have time to spare.”

Instead of riding a horse, I was running while unfolding the Cheon-ha-dok-haeng-sin (Heavenly Solitary Walking Technique).

If I went on horseback, I would have to follow the road, but if I unfolded the Cheon-ha-dok-haeng-sin, I could run in a straight line and save time.

When I was running at a speed fast enough for the strong wind to hit my ears.

I heard a scream from far away.

“Hmm?”

[Is there anyone there! Please help me.]

The voice of a woman who seemed to be injured.

There was still quite a distance left, but since I still had leeway if I used the Cheon-ha-dok-haeng-sin, I turned my direction immediately.

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Various men and women were leaving Hefei.

Clothing and weapons that revealed each other’s individuality.

In a way, they could have been seen as children of noble families traveling, but at their waists, they were each wearing things presumed to be weapons, such as swords and prayer beads.

It was a peculiar group that had nothing in common but their outstanding appearances.

“It’s a shame. When you think of Hefei, you think of the Cheol-geom-mun (Iron Sword Sect).”

A man wearing martial arts robes with a harmony of black and white colors said, smacking his lips.

“Why did the Tae-eul-mun have to be the one to get inspected, of all things.”

Originally, they were scheduled to be treated lavishly at the Cheol-geom-mun and then move on to the next province.

But the order that came down urgently from the Alliance stated that they were to “inspect” the Tae-eul-mun, one of the peaks among the 108 Peaks.

A man wearing monk’s robes hardened his expression and said.

“This is not a good thing for the Tae-eul-mun either.”

If an “audit” mission is just a level of showing one’s face and further strengthening the bond between the Murim Alliance and the 108 Peaks, an “inspection” must coldly evaluate whether the sect of the 108 Peaks is qualified.

This “inspection” mission, which is designated arbitrarily, was also an important task that eventually decided whether or not to exclude those who were allies among the 108 Peaks.

“The Tae-eul-mun’s reputation has improved recently. Why on earth are you ‘inspecting’ them?”

Behind them, a beauty in white fur clothes asked.

“It must be because of that reputation.”

The man in the black and white martial robes, seemingly pleased that the beauty had spoken to him, said with a deep smile on his lips.

“They say they took the sacred object of the Taesa-jo (Great Grandmaster) from the Cheol-geom-mun, and saved the precious daughter of the Wang family, right? Moreover, there was also a rumor that they recently saved people in the Maryeong Highlands. Isn’t that the reason why our Yongbong-jihoe is being cursed right now?”

To be precise, Yong So-a was the one being cursed at, but considering that Yong So-a was the symbolic existence of the current generation’s Yongbong-jihoe, being devalued altogether was not a very pleasant thing.

“The Murim Alliance must also be telling us to inspect them because of this. Wasn’t it because of the lie about the Tae-eul-geom-je (Tae-eul Sword Emperor) that they were included in the 108 Peaks in the first place?”

“What does that mean?”

“For example, saying that the Tae-eul-mun is spewing lies like they used to, feeling a sense of crisis as the Cheol-geom-mun grows frighteningly…….”

“That’s nonsense.”

“It’s a hypothesis. A hypothesis.”

“Then I will take charge of this evaluation.”

At the words of the beauty in white fur clothes, the man in the black and white martial robes furrowed his brows slightly.

“What is that supposed to mean? We decided I would do this kind of work.”

“Hwa Gongja, your hands are too cruel. ‘Inspection’ may be a mission, so that might be the case, but you shouldn’t leave the opponent with injuries.”

“……What is that supposed to mean? If anything, I’m saying I’m going easy on them.”

“Do you think I don’t know you are deliberately luring them to bring out the opponent’s limits?”

The man called Hwa Gongja gave a sheepish laugh.

“But if you don’t do that, can’t you know the opponent’s skill?”

Hwa Gongja turned a gaze requesting help to the man wearing the monk’s robes.

Since Yong So-a was not here, he was practically the leader of the Yongbong-jihoe.

“……It seems right that this friend, Hwa Jeong-san, should take charge.”

“What is that…… It’s not like it’s necessarily decided.”

“I received a message from the Murim Alliance. Let this friend, Hwa Jeong-san, evaluate them.”

The beauty in fur clothes looked back and forth between Hwa Jeong-san and the monk man with complex eyes.

Yong So-a and Hwa Jeong-san were close friends, and the monk man also had no short connection with them.

There must have been something she did not know, but at the words of the monk man who even mentioned the Murim Alliance, the beauty in fur clothes could no longer insist on her own story.

“I understand.”

And at that moment, she saw Hwa Jeong-san and the monk man exchange some meaningful glances.

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“Damn it…….”

The way back to my sect was not as smooth as expected.

“Good grief, I can’t run while blocking my ears and eyes.”

I knew that my five senses had improved as my internal energy rose and I went through Tal-tae (rebirth) through the Mita-seong-su.

However, the problem was that after gaining realization, the range had become much wider than before.

No matter how far away, the sounds were heard clearly, and as I ran as if flying from a high place and looked down, the whole world was coming into my eyes at a glance.

At first, I saved a woman who had fallen off a cliff, and the second time, I saved a herb gatherer who was being chased by wild animals.

The third was a man whose leg was broken after being crushed by a horse, and the fourth was a young child who almost drowned while playing in a valley.

“At this rate…….”

No matter how fast the Cheon-ha-dok-haeng-sin is, if it continued like this, I might not be able to arrive on time.

But I could not just ignore a person dying in front of my eyes, could I?

“This won’t do. I have to run as fast as I can.”

Just as I was about to increase my speed, thinking that if I buried myself in the sound of the wind, I wouldn’t hear the voices asking for help.

[D-don’t do this! We have already given you everything we have!]

The voice of a young man was heard.

I tried not to, but my head turned on its own, and when I strained my eyes, I saw a young man and an old man being oppressed by bandits.

“Haa…….”

My feet headed straight for the place where the young man’s voice was heard.

Without even having time to grasp the situation, I used Cheon-geun-chu (Thousand Pound Fall) in the air and landed on the floor.

Thud.

As the pile of dirt scattered in all directions, a silence hung over the scene for a moment.

On one side, as expected, were a young man and an old man of my age.

On the opposite side, bandits holding swords and axes were positioned.

“Who are you!”

Even at my sudden intrusion, the bandits showed no signs of surprise.

I thought that a technique like Cheon-geun-chu would make clumsy bandits run away as if their tails were on fire, but my expectation was thoroughly off the mark.

“I am Jin So-un of the Tae-eul-mun. Are you bandits?”

“We are from the Jeok-san-chae (Red Mountain Stronghold)…….”

“I understand. By any chance, could you just let them go? Because I am a bit busy.”

“The story isn’t over yet!”

Thinking that it would no longer be solved by words, just as I was about to tell the old man and the young man to step back.

The young man’s posture, habits, and gait reminded me of a being in my memory.

‘Moyong Jae-hwa?’

Moyong Jae-hwa, the son of Moyong Sang-won and the younger brother of Moyong Seol, whom I had met a while ago.

When I looked closely around his neck, there was a subtle difference in skin color.

He was wearing a human skin mask to hide his identity.

‘What is this?’

Moyong Jae-hwa had also learned martial arts since he was young, but all his blood vessels were blocked.

When I turned my head to look to the side, the old man was also wearing a human skin mask, and the energy he was holding back was unusual.

Moreover, when my gaze reached him, he showed his habit for a moment, and that appearance was also someone who existed in my memory.

Pung-baek-pa-geom (Wind-White Breaking Sword). Moyong Gang.

A supreme master who competed for the top rank as a swordsman along with the Changje-shin-geom.

“No…… what is this…….”

Just as I was about to speak, the bandits attacked from behind.

I immediately unfolded the Yeon-hwa (Lotus) to slam two bandits to the ground, and struck away their axes with the So-cheon-geom-beop.

“Are you…… not hurt?”

I asked a strange question, but Moyong Jae-hwa understood that strange question correctly again.

“Thank you. I almost had a big incident.”

A sense of terror, as if he had really experienced death, was cast on Moyong Jae-hwa’s face.

On the other hand, playfulness was slightly visible on the face of the Pung-baek-pa-geom.

‘They said he was known as a hero who helps the weak even in his youth…….’

Perhaps he was pretending not to know martial arts while wandering the Jianghu with his grandson.

While the bandits were hesitating at my single move, I said to the two.

“I…… am I free to go now?”

“What?! What is that!”

“…….”

I had heard that the Pung-baek-pa-geom was quite sincere in his playfulness, and that he would quite pester someone who disturbed his play.

At that moment, Moyong Gang immediately prostrated himself on the floor.

“P-please spare me. Hero! Even if it’s not me, please spare my grandson.”

“…….”

Prostrating and bowing while trembling, he was genuinely afraid of the bandits.

‘Will he pester me if I go like this?’

There was no need to leave behind any future trouble. I decided to deal with the bandits as quickly as possible in accordance with his act.

“Everyone go back. You are not their opponent.”

I hinted at the existence of the Moyong Gang, but the bandit bastards who had lived their whole lives only eating with swords did not understand.

“This damn bastard! You have quite a move!”

“Boys! Kill him!”

“Strike!”

“Waaah!”

Thirty people rushed in unexpectedly.

Without delay, I stepped on the Tae-eul-pal-man-sin-bo (Tae-eul Eight-Thousand Divine Steps), moved freely among them, and swung the Black Dragon Sword.

Returning to their original places in just three breaths, the bandits did not seem to know what had happened to them.

“Heeek!”

“Ugh!”

“What is this!”

At the same time, their pants were cut off and fell down.

“What will be cut off next time is a little below the waist of your pants. Will you continue?”

The bandits, each instinctively clutching their crotches.

They began to run away as if their tails were on fire.

As I sheathed the Black Dragon Sword, Moyong Gang approached from behind.

“Hoo-hoo-hoo. Hero, thank you so much! I don’t know how to repay this grace.”

“……Why on earth did you come all the way to this deep mountain…….”

“Ah, I came here to teach my grandson how to become a herb gatherer.”

“……Ha, haha.”

From the bent waist to the shabby attire and the basket carried on his back.

In his appearance, which was undoubtedly that of a herb gatherer, I could feel that he was genuinely enjoying his play.

“……I see. Then I will…….”

“Master!”

I was about to leave the spot quickly, but Moyong Gang grabbed my trouser leg.

“Why, why are you doing this?”

“Actually, one of this humble person’s lifelong wishes was to visit the Tae-eul-mun. Since we met like this, isn’t it fate, so couldn’t we go to the Tae-eul-mun together?”

“……No, why on earth is it a lifelong wish to visit the Tae-eul-mun when it’s not even a Shaolin Temple?”

I clicked my tongue at the absurd words, but he still continued with an earnest expression.

“I heard the reputation of the Tae-eul-mun, which has been shaking the world recently, and I vowed that I would definitely visit. If this old man goes alone, how could I enter the Tae-eul-mun? Couldn’t you go with me, Master?”

“……I am in a bit of a hurry right now, so I will tell the Tae-eul-mun. So please visit with your grandson at any time.”

“No! Master! A meeting like this is fate! I must visit this time.”

‘What kind of herb gatherer insists like this to a warrior who has learned martial arts!’ The words reached up to my throat, but I couldn’t bring myself to spit them out.

“G-grandfather, stop it. You are embarrassing the warrior.”

Moyong Jae-hwa’s neck turned red with shame. Originally, his face should have turned red too, but that wasn’t visible because of the human skin mask.

“Stay still! Do you know if you can meet such an excellent warrior in your lifetime? If not now, there will be no opportunity.”

Seeing that there was no sign of backing down, I eventually gave up.

“I understand. Let’s go together. I ask just in case, you haven’t learned Gyeong-sin-beop (Lightness Skill), right?”

“…….”

“……Hehe, what are you talking about to a herb gatherer who has lived his whole life in the mountains?”

“I understand. Then I will carry the two of you.”

Moyong Gang waved his hand.

“Oh my, that won’t do. I actually have motion sickness from Gyeong-sin-beop, so if you run fast, I will lose my mind.”

“…….”

Moyong Jae-hwa was looking at his grandfather as if he were a mental patient.

“……Then are you saying we should walk?”

“There is no other way…….”

“That won’t do. I am sorry, but I have to go first. I have urgent business.”

If I walk, I will really be late.

“……However, I think we can ride if it’s a horse.”

“…….”

“Of course, if you get us horses…… that is.”

I was getting a bit annoyed. Right now, the elder of my sect is on the verge of falling into juhwa-ipma, but this gentleman is so reckless just to continue a little eccentric behavior.

I tilted my head and said.

“It is strange.”

“What is?”

“How can a person who just digs herbs in the mountains pester a warrior like this?”

“Keuhum! W-what are you talking about? When did I pester you…… Hehe.”

“That would be so, right? To pester a warrior of that level, you would have to be at least a master of the Murim. An old man like you who is shabby and stubborn couldn’t possibly be such a great figure?”

“Keuhum! Shabby and stubborn. I think your words are a bit harsh.”

I do not know for what reason he is doing this eccentric behavior, but most people who like eccentric behavior bet everything on their eccentric behavior.

If it were a hero like Moyong Gang, he wouldn’t stop this eccentric behavior unless a sword was put to his neck.

In short, it means this is the only time I can be safe even if I put my head in a tiger’s mouth and take it out.

“Were my words harsh?”

“I think so.”

“Hehe. To think you are criticizing a warrior with such strong pride like me. You might end up tasting the fist of a warrior who crosses mountains and rivers.”

“Keuhum…….”

Moyong Gang’s face began to distort gradually.

I continued to speak, feeling like I was repeatedly putting my head in and out of a tiger’s mouth.

“How about this. First, we will go to a nearby stable with my Gyeong-sin-beop, and from there, we will go to the Tae-eul-mun together on horseback. You can endure at least that much, right?”

“……Keuhum. If that is the only way, what power does this old man have.”

Moyong Gang nodded his head.

I suddenly became curious about what name he would use when doing such eccentric behavior.

“By any chance, what is your name?”

“Ah! I am Gang of the Yong family. That kid is Jae-hwa.”

“Ah…… I suppose so.”

I could not tell which part was the sincerity of his eccentric behavior.

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“They are coming!”

All the disciples of the Tae-eul-mun gathered in the Great Courtyard of the Tae-eul-mun.

The elders, including the Pavilion Heads, were gathered for the guests of the Murim Alliance, and the children, who hadn’t even been called, had gathered by calling their friends to watch the Yongbong-jihoe.

“Everyone take your places!”

When Jin Tae-san controlled the children who were running around, the young disciples moved busily and began to split into both sides, and because of that, a lot of sand dust blew from the entrance to the Dae-hyeon-jeon.

‘Oh no, I should have sprinkled some water.’

It seemed inevitable that one would feel that preparations were insufficient no matter how much one prepared for the visit of such important figures, so Jin Tae-san shook his head.

When people’s gazes were directed toward the main gate through the hazy dust.

A group of men and women were crossing the gate of the Tae-eul-mun.

And at that moment, Jin Tae-san raised his internal energy without realizing it.

‘Hmm?’

An unprecedented great force had begun to spread heavily in the Great Courtyard.

Stomp, stomp, stomp.

Each time the group of men and women moved forward one step, the sand dust that had been blowing all over the place began to settle on the ground as if pressed by something.

This is an advanced ascending technique using internal energy.

At that mysterious sight, the young disciples let out small exclamations.

“Wow…….”

However, on the contrary, the brows of the Pavilion Heads and elders began to furrow like Jin Tae-san’s.

Those who crossed the gate holding swords were scattering their internal energy in all directions.

This was because it was not the etiquette of the Jianghu.

Although deliberately pressing down the sand with jin-gi (true energy) boasted an excellent visual effect, it was an act sufficient to give the opponent a sense of intimidation.

Setting aside the qualification of visiting as a guest, it was not an action to be taken in front of adults whose seniority in the Jianghu was much higher.

By the time they approached the Dae-hyeon-jeon.

All the sand dust blowing in the Tae-eul-mun had settled, and in the middle of it stood men and women with the momentum of dragons and phoenixes.

The man in monk’s robes standing at the very front clasped his hands and greeted.

“Il-myeong of Shaolin, a late learner of the Murim. I see the Mun-ju-nim of the Tae-eul-mun. Have you been well?”

Starting with Il-myeong, the dragons clasped their hands in unison.

Hwa Jeong-san, the Sinmaehwagum (New Plum Painting Sword) of Mount Hua.

Jong Byeok-gi, the Bi-un-sin-pung (Flying Cloud New Wind) of Diancang.

So Je-ho, the Cheong-pung-myeong-geom (Clear Wind Bright Sword) of Qingcheng.

Ak Buk-san, the Jung-chang-jin-in (Heavy Spear True Person) of the Yue family.

Behind them, the phoenixes bowed their heads calmly.

The gazes of the young men of the Tae-eul-mun were focused there in unison.

Their appearance made one feel the scent of flowers as if spring had come to the Tae-eul-mun.

The woman in the red palace attire with unusually red lips and a mysterious gaze was the Seop-hon-seo-si (Soul-Stealing West Poem) Seo Sa-ryeong, the second seat of the Four Phoenixes, and the peerless beauty in blue right next to her was Ok-an-so-so (Jade Face Small Smile) Hwangbo Yeon, who was said to make even a Taoist who had shed his mortal coil return with a small smile.

Next to her was Baek-su-sin-nyeo (White Hand Divine Maiden) Dang Seo-hee, a genius of poison arts who made the Tang family themselves break the family law that does not allow women to inherit secret arts.

And behind them stood Mi-so-cheol-geom (Smiling Iron Sword) Moyong Seol, who had covered half her face with a white veil along with white fur clothes, but the beauty could not be easily hidden by that alone.

“““The Yongbong-jihoe greets the elders of the Tae-eul-mun.”””

As they greeted with a unified voice, the young disciples were moved and shouted loudly.

As the momentary excitement subsided and the phoenixes raised their heads, Hong Mun-gi smiled benevolently and said.

“Welcome, you have had a lot of trouble coming a long way.”

Hwa Jeong-san, wearing black and white martial robes with plum blossoms engraved, stepped forward.

“Thank you. Seeing the Tae-eul-mun disciples who are carrying out Tang-ma-myeol-sa (sweeping away demons and destroying evil) at the forefront of the field, I feel like the fatigue I felt while coming has completely vanished.”

Jin Tae-san began to feel something strange while watching Jong Byeok-gi, who was curling the corners of his mouth behind him, along with Hwa Jeong-san’s story.

“Hehe, is that so? Still, please get plenty of rest. Hearing that you were coming, I ordered them to prepare new bedding for the lodging. It might be lacking, but please rest comfortably before you go.”

“Thank you, but as a person belonging to the Alliance, I cannot burden the field, so we have already booked an inn the day before.”

“…….”

The faces of the elders hardened at Hwa Jeong-san’s words.

“How rude.”

At the small murmuring voice, Jin Tae-san turned his head, and the person who spoke was Je-gal Cheon-gi.

“That’s right. Such things are basic etiquette.”

The one who answered was Wang So-so.

And next to her, Geum-pyo, Eun-ho, and Dong-ryong nodded, and only Gang Yu-seong, who did not yet know the etiquette of the Jianghu, was just tilting his head.

They were the only children who were not excited even though the Yongbong-jihoe had come.

“Sahyeong, what do you mean by that?”

“The Yongbong-jihoe dispatched from the Murim Alliance has the aspect of strengthening the alliance, so it is customary to stay at the place you visit. Even if it is not that, the fact that those who visited as guests booked a place to sleep outside is already impolite.”

“Ah…….”

From far away, Hong Mun-gi spoke again.

“Is that so? Then it can’t be helped. Wouldn’t there be time to eat dinner?”

It was the young children who did not know the circumstances who became anxious at the story of the busy Yongbong-jihoe.

“Yes. We have another schedule, so it seems we have to greet you and go.”

“Hmm……. That’s a pity. I have certainly received the greetings of you and the Murim Alliance. It’s a pity, but let’s resolve our pent-up feelings next time.”

The moment Mun-ju Hong Mun-gi said that and turned around. Hwa Jeong-san clasped his hands and spoke again.

“Before that, there is one thing I would like to ask.”

“A request?”

“Yes. It is a very important matter for this Hwa.”

“Tell me.”

“Then, I will speak without being shameless. Originally, my dream is to have a sparring match with swordsmen who reached the highest realm in the past. I heard that the sword of the legendary swordsman, the Tae-eul-geom-je, has been passed down in the Tae-eul-mun for a long time, so I really wanted to experience it. Since I cannot promise when the next time will be if it is not this time, I earnestly ask the Mun-ju-nim to personally give me guidance this time.”

“Heh…….”

“Ha!”

Deep sighs flowed among the elders.

Not a disciple belonging to the sect, but a disciple of another sect wanting to have a sparring match personally with the Mun-ju of a sect; there was no rudeness like this rudeness.

“How dare, That guy!”

Je-gal Cheon-gi rolled up his sleeves and tried to step forward.

Then Wang So-so stopped that Cheon-gi.

“Saje. Stay still.”

“But Sajeo…….”

“You said that guy is a disciple of the Mount Hua sect, right?”

“Yes.”

“From now on, the Mount Hua sect will suffer a lot of financial difficulties.”

Wang So-so said, clenching her teeth as if determined.

“Ugh…….”

Wang So-so’s words were quite loud, so the Yongbong-jihoe might have heard them, but Jin Tae-san could not bring himself to stop her.

Because he himself was feeling the same way as her right now.

How much ridicule has the Tae-eul-mun received due to the story of the Tae-eul-geom-je?

In the end, wasn’t propping up the Tae-eul-geom-je as a great person meant to bring shame to the Tae-eul-mun once again?

“We have come a long way, and we have to go a long way in the future. I ask you like this because I think this is an opportunity that will not come again in my lifetime.”

Hwa Jeong-san’s gaze turned to Hong Mun-gi, and following that, everyone in the sect looked at Hong Mun-gi.

“…….”

“Please grant me the generosity like the vast sea and give great guidance to a junior who has just started holding a sword.”

As Mun-ju Hong Mun-gi had no answer, eventually, Hwa Jeong-san knelt on one knee.

At this point, it became a situation where neither the elders nor Hong Mun-gi could remain silent any longer.

‘At this rate, something big will happen.’

Hong Mun-gi cannot defeat Hwa Jeong-san, who is from the Mount Hua sect and belongs to the Yongbong-jihoe.

If things went on like this, he could suffer a great humiliation in front of other disciples.

Moreover, the morale of the disciples, which had only recently started to rise, could be broken in one blow.

“……If you say it to that extent, it cannot be helped. Bring the sword…….”

Hong Mun-gi stood up half-resigned, and Jin Tae-san tried to stop him.

Bang.

Someone hit the main gate of the Tae-eul-mun hard with their palm.

The gazes of everyone, including the Yongbong-jihoe, were directed toward the main gate.

“Haa, haa, haa, that request…… haa, I…… haa, will…… haa, grant…… Haa, it.”

The person standing at the gate, for some reason, was gasping for breath with dirt and dust all over his body.

When he finally caught his breath for a while and raised his head.

The disciples of the Tae-eul-mun shouted as if they were shocked.

“Daesahyeong!”