Chapter 103

Episode 103. It’s so hard to see patients... (2)

“Master, what is the name of this qigong technique?”

“name? I didn’t give it a special name because it was a variation of the Seoningikyung I learned from Lieutenant Jo.”

“Later, when I had a student, I would be a little embarrassed to say that Master taught Qigong to me and that it has no name because it was a variation of Gaejang Cho’s Nae Qigong.”

“Is that so? Let’s stay still... Since it resembles the form of five animals, how about calling it Oh Geum-hee (五禽戱)?”

“Oh Geum-hee? I don’t think it’s bad. Bunny, how are you?”

“I am a star. Still, the name is Naegigigong, and it should sound something plausible like Jo Gajang’s Seonin Gi-gyeong, but Oh Geum-hee doesn’t seem to matter much to anyone who hears it.”

“I will have that part. Then what would you like?”

“How do you like Ogeumgikyung?”

“That seems too much like the Seoningikyung.”

“It’s from Seoningikyung anyway.”

“That’s true, but I feel like I’m copying too much, so it’s a little bit like that. So let’s just say Oh Geum-hee. What does a name mean?”

“I would like that too. The name doesn’t have to be convincing.”

“yes. Efficiency is more important than name. From now on, this qigong that I have created is Oh Geum-hee. Got it?”

“yes.”

Obo replied happily, and Buna replied with a reluctant expression.

The three of them started practicing Oh Geum-hee again.

* * *

A group of people came to Hwabu and his disciple while training Oh Geum-hee while sweating profusely.

“Are you a Hwabu member from Yeongcheon?”

“Who are you?”

“My name is Jintak, who works at Hwanggajang.”

“Yeah, but what did you come for?”

“There is a sick person in our Hwanggajang, and I would like you to come and treat him.”

For a moment, the painter let out a sigh.

“Looking at what you’re saying, it doesn’t seem like you’re asking Taewi to fix it.”

“Your Admiral is being treated by Polaris. The reason why I asked for the Hwabu Clinic is that Chu Deok-nim, who is in charge of the warehouse, is suffering from a terminal illness.”

The fireman nodded.

In fact, it would have been enough from the position of Taewi, but when I was in the position of being tested, I didn’t feel very good.

“is it so. Then bring that Chudeok here.”

“yes? Are you here?”

“yes.”

“I’m sorry, but I want you to come as the Hwang family. We will prepare the best space for treatment.”

The painter frowned at Jintak and opened his mouth.

“I am a person who came from Yeongcheonseong to this place just to treat Taewi. However, far from treating me, Family Head Hwang seems to be trying to test me first. The person being tested is also a patient, so I can’t refuse. If you want to receive my treatment, please bring that Chuduk here.”

Jintak sighed.

Of course, there was no way he didn’t know, but the Hwabu congressman was clearly speaking his opinion for his age. Since it would be difficult for him to persuade such an opponent on his own, Jintak nodded and withdrew.

“All right. Then I will ask the Grand Director and come back.”

When the fireman turned around, Jin-tak and the others went outside.

On the way, Jintak’s subordinate opened his mouth with a slightly incomprehensible expression.

“He is young and looks like an insignificant member of the council, but he is very stiff. Don’t you know that a family line disappears with just one word, sir?”

“I’m not an insignificant member of Congress.”

“yes?”

The subordinate made a slightly absurd expression at Jin Tak’s words.

“He is an outstanding member of parliament recognized by His Majesty Jinkyu, and is called trustworthy and goodwill in defeat.”

“Is that so? It didn’t look that great. But whatever your skills, footlord. Wouldn’t your career come to an end once you get out of the eyes of the Grand Director?”

“That is great too. Rep. Hwa had already tried to give His Majesty Jin-gyu a seat on the city council, and he said that he would recommend it with filial piety because of his high skill and mind, but he refused. Unbelievably, even at such a young age, he transcended power and collected money to treat the poor for free. You’re such a great member of parliament, so don’t say anything carelessly.”

“I see.”

“Anyway, if you go back like this, you will be greatly scolded.”

“His Highness Jin-Gyu is someone who looks after him, but he can’t be taken carelessly, can he? And it’s not like what he said was wrong.”

“ah! All right.”

In an instant, Jin Tak’s face brightened.

“They say they pay for the treatment in moderation.”

“How much should I offer?”

“Say they’ll give you 5 gold.”

“Five gold? Isn’t that too much?”

“If he can cure Chu-deok’s illness, he will be able to cure the general’s illness as well. It is the test money.”

“yes.”

Jintak hurriedly led his men and ran to the official residence of the outer castle.

* * *

“Boy, it looks like you’re going to have open surgery, so prepare in advance.”

After completing Oh Geum-hee training and wooden sword training, the whole body of the three people was drenched in sweat.

Obo made a puzzled expression at the painter’s words.

“Open surgery? Didn’t you say you wouldn’t go to Hwanggajang?”

“I feel like I don’t want to go, but if I don’t go, won’t Chu-deok die?”

The doctor could not turn away from the patient.

“Would you like to come for treatment?”

“Probably won’t come to pick it up. So prepare in advance.”

“All right.”

When the three of them finished taking a bath, changed their clothes, and finished preparing for surgery, Jintak appeared with his men as expected by the fireman.

“See you again. Mr. Hwabu.”

“I see. Did you bring the patient?”

“no. As you can see, I couldn’t bring them.”

“Then why are you here?”

“I’m here to see the Hwabu congressman.”

“Earlier, the head of the Hwang family said that he would not go.”

Even though the fireman was ready to go, he deliberately bounced. Obo was not puzzled because the painter had shown a similar appearance before, but Buna had a very nervous expression.

“Are you sure you’re thinking of living with our Grand Director forever?”

“There is nothing to regret.”

“Rep. Huu, the world is not that simple. First of all, some time ago, I heard that Congressman Hwabu’s eldest brother was being recommended for filial piety and was receiving lessons at the imperial palace.”

“You know everything. why? Are you going to threaten me?”

“I can do more if need be. But if Congressman Hwabu lowers his head just once, saying that good is good, everyone will feel comfortable.”

“okay.”

The fireman nodded.

“My older brother will be kicked out of the palace and go back home, and I will go back to Chohyeon and treat the poor again. And Hwang Wan-taewi-nim, Seongsu-sinui is taking care of her with utmost sincerity by her side, so if she does well, she will be able to pass this year.”

“.....”

“By the way, will Taewi Hwang Wan be able to make it through next year?”

“.....”

“Didn’t you say that if I lowered my head, everyone would feel comfortable?”

“.....”

“Are you going to destroy our family too? You must have enough power to do that. So, he must have said that it would be more comfortable if he lowered his head once. But you know what? If that was the case, I wouldn’t have said that treatment was possible in the first place. I just said I couldn’t fix it and came out.”

“.....”

“I don’t know who ordered you to threaten me even if it wasn’t enough, but go and tell that person clearly. Because of that threat, Taewi completely lost the opportunity to be treated by me. Please tell me that even if you cut my throat, you won’t heal it.”

“Please don’t let me forcefully drag away Mr. Hwabu.”

When Jintak pointed at the men behind him, the fireman smiled.

“Where are you going to take me by force? It will be very fun.”

The painter looked at Jintak with shiny eyes.

Jintak looked at the fireman for a while, then slightly lowered his head and turned around.

“Anyway, my supervisor seems to have misjudged Congressman Hwabu. I will come back.”

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