Chapter 421

Episode 421

“It’s been a while. Lord of the top.”

“I don’t know how long it’s been since I last saw you face to face like this.”

“sorry. “I should have come to see you sooner.”

“There is no need to apologize. “Is there anyone who doesn’t know that you are both public and private?”

“Thank you for your understanding.”

The reception room in the temporary base of Cheonan Gambu.

The identity of the friendly face sitting across from me across the table was Hwayang Sangdanju.

It seemed that he came to the headquarters in person because he had something to discuss with the leader regarding the delivery of supplies.

“How is your son doing?”

“of course. “We are probably conducting interviews with prospective members right now.”

“I don’t really feel it. It seems like only yesterday that I was begging to learn martial arts, but now I am in a position to evaluate other martial artists. “When did my immature son grow up this much?”

“Now, he is an indispensable talent for the Cheonan Inspectorate. “I’m telling you this in case you misunderstand, but I’m not saying this because it’s in front of the head of the business.”

“Isn’t that just making things sound too nice to listen to?”

“Do you think I made Hua Xiaohyeop my deputy for no reason? It’s true.”

“Enough. “It’s so burdensome that I can’t bear it.”

Contrary to what he said, his expression was not one of disgust.

Danju, a member of a large business, was just like an ordinary person when he was happy when his children were praised.

“Besides, I have a few things to tell you.”

“Please speak.”

“First, the Gangsoak family has completed its internal reorganization and officially started its activities.”

“It’s faster than I thought.”

I looked slightly surprised.

Although the Yue Family had absorbed the foundation of the Sima Family, I thought it would take some time to utilize it properly.

First of all, it will take a considerable amount of time just to build a building for the Gasols to live in.

“It has no choice but to be fast. “Because we recycled everything that Samasega had previously used.”

“Did you?”

“As he receives full support from a large company, he could be greedy, but he thoroughly considers practicality.”

A faint smile appeared on the corner of Hwayang Sangdanju’s mouth.

As the Sima family was closer to a martial arts family than a martial arts family, the family’s premises must have felt small for a musician.

Due to the nature of the sound technique, several large practice halls may be needed.

‘More than anything, you probably want to quickly erase any traces of the Sima family.’

Nevertheless, the tendency of the owner of the Ak family could be guessed from the fact that he did not bring up any stories related to renovation, extension, or expansion.

“It’s probably about clarifying priorities. “I think he may have decided that following your advice is more important than focusing on appearances and such.”

“advice?”

“You don’t remember? That’s what the evil family man said. He said that it is important to first blend into the lives of local residents and receive their recognition.”

I nodded awkwardly, scratching my cheek with my index finger.

When I thought about it carefully, it seemed like he had said something like that.

I felt somewhat embarrassed.

The owner of Hwayang Sangdan, who quenched his thirst with tea, continued talking.

“When the rumor spread that Cheonan Gambu was recruiting new members, there was a lot of talk about it within the music family. “There was an uproar over whether it would be a good idea to select a few of the family’s main warriors and send them there.”

“.......”

“But when news spread that the Taesang family had decided to join the Cheonan Inspector General, that claim was swept under the rug and he disappeared.”

I burst out laughing.

It was only natural that a single sound demon had greater power than all the musicians of the music family combined.

“The second thing I want to say is a continuation of what I just said.”

“Is it related to recruiting members?”

“I see. There are people who hope to join the Cheonan Kambu. “He asked to speak to you in private.”

In order to continue to receive support from Hwayang Sangdan, you have to maintain a friendly relationship with me, but that is no longer possible.

‘I thought it was time to make some contact.’

How a thirsty person digs a well.

In the end, the one who was disappointed was bound to bow his head.

The reason why Ho Jeong-kwon wanted to meet with me in secret was not to attract public attention, but to avoid the gaze of fellow elders.

‘Everything is going according to plan.’

Invading the Senate and rioting under the pretext of punishing the spiritual seal was by no means an impromptu act.

The only reason was the spiritual stamp.

The plan itself has been in the works for a long time.

In order to take away the position held by vested interests, there is a need to overcome the high wall they have erected.

The Hojeongwon was one of the paving stones prepared for use after the relationship with the Senate had soured.

‘The easiest way to win a siege is to plant ganja that will open the door inside the castle.’

Even though they were at odds with me for the benefit of the group, the Senate was ultimately a coalition.

There wasn’t enough unity for everyone to unite and fight against me.

Because each elder’s position and situation is different.

There was a gap there.

“Please tell me I will refuse.”

“Are you not planning on meeting me?”

“Of course I plan to meet you. But now is not the time. You have to work hard. “Until the opponent becomes desperate.”

“I understand what you mean. “I sometimes think about it, but it would have been better if you had been a businessman instead of a martial artist.”

“I decline. “If that’s the case, wouldn’t we have to compete with the merchant lord?”

“Is that how it works?”

The owner of Hwayang Sangdan tilted his head and laughed.

As I was leisurely drinking my tea, I naturally changed the topic.

“Now that we have met, there is one thing I would like to ask of the Lord of the Sangsan.”

“Tell me.”

“It’s not a big deal, but I think I’ll make a big donation this time.”

“You suddenly want to donate?”

“As the war against the Demonic Cult prolongs, aren’t the martial arts sects and families in the areas adjacent to the front lines suffering? “I would like to donate funds as a way of congratulating them on their hard work.”

“It would cost a lot of money.”

“Of course, I have no intention of covering the entire amount with my own expenses.”

“if?”

“Please raise donations by selling my name. “If you put a message asking for strength to the heroes of Moorim, there will be a certain amount of response.”

“I understand. “It’s not that difficult.”

The owner of Hwayang Sangdan answered lightly and put the tea cup down on the table.

I couldn’t feel so reassured by him saying that he would grant me a favor before even revealing his purpose.

“It’s not a difficult task, and I can say that because I am the owner of the top. “I can’t ask anyone else to do this.”

“You’re putting gold on my face. Anyway, is it okay?”

“What do you mean?”

“Even if we collect donations, the money we have to spend separately will not be small. Still, if you want to set the amount to a level where you can show some condescension.”

“it’s okay. I think I’ve said something similar before, but for me money is a means, not a goal. You should use it when necessary. “It’s not something I will take with me to the afterlife when I die.”

“As someone who leads the top, it is difficult for me to sympathize with that way of thinking. So, may I ask why you are asking this?”

“It’s simple.”

I picked up the kettle and poured tea into the empty glass.

As he fiddled with the steaming cup, the curiosity on Hwayang Sangdanju’s face grew even deeper.

“Just because you have a falling out with the elders, there is no need to have a falling out with their monks.”

“......Right.”

The owner of Hwayang Sangdan smiled meaningfully and nodded.

A warm breeze came through the window and blew through the living room.