Chapter 316

Episode 316

“Are you sure?”

“What do you mean?”

“It’s about migration, not expansion.”

“of course.”

I nodded in the affirmative.

Expanding your influence without giving up your existing foundation is completely different from giving up your existing rights and pioneering a new path.

The effort you have to put in, the risks you have to take, and the rewards you have to pay.

‘More than anything, the latter is the reason why Hwang Bose will help with this matter.’

As the owner of Hwangbo Sega, he would naturally want to receive confirmation here.

He took the tea utensil brought by Sibi and handed me a cup filled with tea and said,

“If the Shandong Musicians move to Jiangsu, it means they will push out the martial arts forces that had established themselves in the area and take over, right?”

“That’s right.”

“I don’t think it would be that simple.”

“Of course, we have made all the necessary preparations.”

“I want to hear what preparations you made.”

I recited exactly what Ak Yeo-ryeong had said before to persuade the owner of Hwayang Sangdan.

As the story progressed, Hwang Bose-ju’s expression changed in various ways.

He seemed surprised to find that the plan was more sound than expected.

“That’s amazing. “I thought Shandong music was strangely quiet recently, but I never thought they were preparing for something like that.”

“The Sima family deviated from the right path and dabbled in all kinds of unclean things. And the Cheonan Inspectorate secured sufficient evidence regarding the denial.”

“.......”

“In addition to the justification of military force, the support of Hwayang Sangdan was added. “With these conditions met, the likelihood of the plan failing is extremely low.”

“I don’t think it’s a bad method. “If there is a clear villain and the Shandong Akga is punishing them, the backlash from vested interests can be minimized.”

“yes. “If it goes well, it will not only win the public’s support but also put Akga on a rock.”

“Perhaps Baekrangdaeju’s joining was a stepping stone for this?”

“That’s not it. The migration plan was made after Lord Baekrang decided to join the alliance. It is true that you joined for the revival of the family...”

“It seems you were the one who came up with the plan and recommended it to the Lord of the White Dragons.”

“That’s right.”

“I heard you were a resourceful person, but I never thought you would be like this.”

“You’re praising me so I don’t know what to do.”

Hwang Bose-ju’s mouth slowly drew an arc.

He was probably playing hard on the abacus in his head right now.

‘Whether the offer is accepted or not, Hwangbo-sae has nothing to lose. ‘I can’t help but feel good because there are no risks to take while the clear benefits are presented.’

Hwangbo Seju, who had quenched his thirst with tea, came out and made direct eye contact.

He then placed his clasped hands on his knees and asked.

“If Hwang Bose helps with the matter, what kind of compensation can he receive?”

“What do you mean by price?”

“If you give something, you should receive something in return. “Isn’t that the martial law?”

“.......”

It felt like something was coming.

I didn’t answer right away, but fiddled with my teacup.

‘As expected, it comes out like this.’

* * *

As mentioned earlier, there was nothing to regret for Hwang Bose.

Whether the Shandong Akga succeeds in relocating safely or the plan goes awry due to some variable.

Either way, it was an ideal ending from the Hwangbo family’s perspective.

‘No, rather, you might want an ending in which the Shandong Yue family and the Sima family plan to attack each other.’

If the two martial powers fall at once, the Hwangbo family will be able to take advantage of the gap to rapidly expand their power.

The position of a complete outsider.

At least they will try to do some verification work.

‘I don’t know whether to accept the offer and move with the Shandong Musicians or to send someone separately to investigate.’

In any case, the primary goal was achieved.

At this level, I can say that I have fulfilled my role sufficiently.

‘Whoa.’

In his previous life, there was no such thing as the Sima family joining forces with the Demonic Cult.

It was not difficult to guess why history changed.

Because of me, the Shandong Musicians stopped colluding with the Demonic Cult.

Perhaps Ma Jyoju chose the Sima Family as the Wulin faction to replace the Shandong Yue Family?

In addition to the region where the family’s power is located, there is also a background that could betray the political faction, Murim, at any time.

From the religious leader’s point of view, there was no other family that had such conditions.

“Cheonan Inspector General.”

“yes.”

King Kwon, who had been watching the conversation without saying anything until now, finally parted his lips.

“I was impressed. “There was a reason why you were recognized as an executive at a young age.”

“That’s too much praise.”

“I will accept the offer. Instead, let’s put one condition on it.”

“As I said, I cannot represent Akga’s wishes. It would be possible to convey the story, but....”

“Don’t worry. “Because this is a condition placed on you, not on an evil family.”

“I will listen first and then decide.”

“I want to see your skills.”

“......yes?”

“I would like to get a glimpse of the skills of the Cheonan Inspector General, of whom there are many rumors.”

“Are you really saying we should dance together?”

“I see.”

I frowned slightly.

What does the alliance between me and King Gwon have to do with our alliance?

This old man was carrying out an obvious trick.

“I saw your teacher on the front line in Hebei not long ago. What a great warrior he was. “Maybe if it weren’t for me, he would have become the king of his time.”

It was a strange thing to say.

Even though it seemed like he was praising his teacher, he was secretly exalting himself.

It was as if he was saying that the Thunder King was a lesser title than the King of Fist.

Although it was a well-intentioned provocation, it caused a stir for no reason.

“Now that I have the chance, I wanted to check it out. “Just how skilled is the Thunder King’s disciple?”

“.......”

“Couldn’t you think of it as an old man’s plan and accept it?”

“All right.”

I nodded without much hesitation.

If you could get the help of the Hwangbo family with just one dance, it could be said to be cheap.

‘Perhaps what they want is the leadership of the alliance.’

In an official setting, I create a situation where the king knocks me down.

Through this, the warriors participating in the operation clearly understand which side has the upper hand.

That was probably the reason why the Taesang family head of the Hwangbo family asked me to help them.

Of course, the main group of this plan was the Shandong Akga family, and the power that the Hwangbo family could hold in its hands would ultimately be limited.

So winning or losing wasn’t that important.

The most ideal picture would have been to hold out for the sake of Hwang Bose’s reputation and then concede the victory.

‘but.’

I was grumpy for no reason because I tripped over my teacher.

I began to look at things that I would normally consider positive and ignore with a twisted perspective.

As a king, I felt like I had to properly humiliate him before he would be relieved.

‘You’re treating the teacher as if you were a subordinate. If it weren’t for me, you’re an old man who would have already passed away.’