Episode 153: The youngest participant (2)
Four days after the qualification screening ended. The world’s greatest spear fighting competition has finally begun.
Because it was a local culture supervised by a local government office, various crowds, including residents, flocked to create a bustling atmosphere.
Is it because large powers, including the Old File Party, did not participate? Most of those who achieved success came from prestigious families.
Eugene San was sitting in the corner of the audience with his granddaughter because there were still many turns left.
“Who do you think will win grandpa?”
“hmm. “I will choose the left.”
At the convention site, two young men were holding spears against each other.
There didn’t seem to be much difference in skill, but the person on the right seemed to have a more stable posture.
And yet you choose the one on the left. Yu Seol quickly stretched out his index finger.
“Then I’m on the right!”
“OK. “There is no need to change it again.”
Among the contestants, they seemed to be the weakest.
When it comes to fights between subordinates, the outcome is more difficult to predict. The one with the higher winning rate can be identified, but even small variables can change the outcome at any time.
The rule is that the sparring wooden spear touches the opponent’s body three times to win. Or one of the two declares surrender.
Zhao Son watched their fight with shining eyes.
As expected, the spearman chosen by the granddaughter was overwhelming his opponent from the start. Two points were won before the three-game match had even passed.
“Hi-Hi.”
The rumors were already hanging on my ears.
“It’s not over yet, so wait. “You can only know what’s long and short by looking at it.”
“Is that really true?”
“Wait until the end.”
That’s what I said, but it was a situation that wouldn’t be strange no matter when it ended.
Jinsan Yu watched with sweaty hands. As if he were fighting.
It was after a little more time had passed.
“Ah?”
The corners of Yoo Seol’s smiling mouth returned to their original state. This is because the spearman’s walking method, who was trying to deliver the final blow, was messed up.
This was due to the fact that he was conceited about his abilities and continued to eat unreasonably.
Although it was a small mistake, he was not the type of person to miss it.
The one who had been on the defensive until now attempted a counterattack for the first time. It was a desperate attack as if they were not going to miss the last chance.
Jinsan Yu raised one hand and cheered him on.
“Is that right? “That’s it!”
On the other hand, Yu Seol grabbed her head with both hands.
“no!”
But now it was a situation that could not be reversed. Because he was on the defensive, his feet got twisted and he fell.
While he was down, he allowed three attacks in an instant and was unfortunately defeated.
Jinsan Yu placed his palm on the forehead of his granddaughter, who was crying.
“Hurry up and say it. “Didn’t you say you would do it?”
“...Hiing.”
He pulled his middle finger like a bowstring and released it with all his might.
Taaaak-!
“Aya!”
Tears flowed from the corners of Yoo Seol’s eyes as he clutched his forehead.
It wasn’t because it hurt. There is no way a granddaughter with Hyeon-kyung’s body could feel this much pain.
It was probably just because it was unfair.
“One more round!”
Yu Jin-san quickly shook his head as if he had nothing to think about.
“Playing ends here. “I guess I should stop now.”
“Are you asking because you don’t know that? “Looking at the look in your eyes, I think if you make a fuss, you’ll send your money to the goal.”
The granddaughter fumed as if she was indignant, but what could you do? Eugene San had no intention of playing this dangerous game again.
“Grandpa is too much!”
“Didn’t I tell you that? I’m not suggesting that you make bets carelessly. “Take this incident as a lesson.”
Yu Seol wiped away tears as if she was sad. I probably didn’t know that my grandfather would come out in such a shameful way.
“...Huh.”
Yu Jin-san, who was watching the scene, felt that he was in a bad mood and patted his shoulder.
He then comforted me with a kind voice.
“Now it’s Dong-gu’s turn. “We should support them quickly.”
“...Mr. Dong-gu?”
“Yes, it comes out over there.”
It was a match I had been waiting for.
The referee who was leading the proceedings introduced the two.
“Come on, everyone! “The long-awaited former officer of Cheonmu’s army has finally arrived!”
Cheonmu Army. It was a legendary unit that was active on the front lines when war broke out and was the pride of the government military.
Because it had a reputation throughout the country, it was also very popular with the people.
A retired officer there would not be at an average level. Shouts of support erupted from everywhere.
“Waaaa!!”
“Waaaaaa!!!”
A scorching heat dominated the stands.
One eye covered with an eyepatch. And there was a knife mark extending from the cheek to under the chin. His face was covered with scars from the battlefield.
If we continue to win, we will meet each other someday.
From Changryong University’s perspective, it was also the only opportunity to avoid rumors. For those guys who risked their lives to carry out their mission, it was worth it.
The current situation was not unexpected at all.
I was prepared to some extent. No matter how Hanam is, there will be limits to hiding his identity in a martial arts competition.
I was just surprised that it was exposed so quickly.
I can’t believe you figured out their whereabouts even before the first match. Their information network was amazing.
It was a moment when I was lost in thought.
Suddenly, a look of mischief appeared on the granddaughter’s face.
“Grandpa, you’re in big trouble now.”
“Who says it’s a big deal? “Do you think Jaebi can’t deal with a guy like that?”
“It’s going to be hard~ Should I go and catch him now?”
I don’t know how strong the person suspected of being a Changryong member is, but if my granddaughter steps forward, it wouldn’t be a problem to go and kill him right away.
But to do that, I would have to give up the spear competition.
I didn’t want to blow away what was once a lifetime experience like this.
As a warrior. And as the head of a famous spear family, I wanted to fight proudly and win honor. No matter who the opponent is.
“Just leave it alone. “Let’s cheer for Donggu.”
“I spoke clearly.”
The granddaughter sent a warning, but Eugene-san was not to be scared. This is because he is no longer the old and helpless old man he used to be.
The match was already in full swing.
After receiving attention from No. 36, the two began cheering for Dong-gu.
As expected, the situation did not seem to be so easy.
We were already two points behind.
“It won’t be easy for Dong-gu, right?”
“huh. “He’s much stronger than the guys who came out a little while ago.”
He was a retired officer from an elite unit with extensive experience in the battlefield.
If you look at his internal skills, he was top-notch, and Dong-gu is at the peak of his abilities.
However, those with high internal strength are not always stronger.
Dong-gu looked very dangerous, as if it would not be surprising if they lost at any time.
The problem was that I couldn’t compete with the technique.
A sharp spear technique that excludes unnecessary movements. And the retired officer’s successive succession of attacks was admirable.
“It would have been worth a try if Dong-gu had had a little more practical experience. Tsk. “It’s a shame you don’t know how to utilize your strengths.”
Since the martial arts of the government army are specialized in group combat, the martial arts are generally more advantageous in one-on-one combat.
However, the difference in experience was turning everything upside down.
It was as if victory or defeat had already been decided.
At that time, Yoo Seol spoke cautiously.
“Grandpa, I’ll bet on Dong-gu this time. “Let’s do one more round.”
It was only a little while ago that he cried out of sadness at the end of the night, but he still seemed to be unable to come to his senses.
“Didn’t you say that betting is not something you do carelessly? “Why do you keep doing things you regret?”
“You won’t regret it.”
“Can you really take responsibility for those words?”
“huh. So, have you decided?”
If you can’t understand what I’m saying, I have no choice but to make you realize the lesson with your body.
Jinsan Yu loosened his fingers and nodded once.
“Okay, do whatever you want. “This time, even if you cry, I won’t listen to you.”
“huh.”
What on earth do you believe and are so confident about?
Even if I died and woke up, it seemed impossible to overturn the result.
Until now...
“Hmm?”
Suddenly, Eugene San’s pupils dilated.
This is because Dong-gu, which was on the defensive, began to change its movements.
Isn’t it a case of suddenly turning to the left of the opponent and aiming for the side?
Are you digging into the blind spots of someone who doesn’t have one eye, targeting their weaknesses? It was quite good.
Moreover, the nature of the attack changed to a strong attack. It would be giving up technique and pushing with force.
That wasn’t all. As the combination progressed, Chosik’s linkage gradually became more fluid depending on the opponent’s reaction.
The retired officer’s attitude was gradually collapsing due to Dong-gu’s changed offensive.
‘Could it be him?’
Jinsan Yu quickly looked to the side.
The granddaughter’s expression as she looked at Dong-gu with shining eyes seemed unusual.
“Seol, are you giving Dong-gu a warning?”
The distance between the spectator stands and the stadium was so far that sound transmission was impossible. However, it would be a different story if the granddaughter had entered the ranks of Hyun-kyung.
“Stay still, grandpa. “Now is the important time.”
It was truly absurd.
However, you can’t tell them not to do it. I was going crazy and jumping around.
Moreover, according to the regulations, it was not a foul. Any acquaintance of the participant was allowed to come near the competition venue to cheer and advise.
‘This is a big deal.’
I was confused as to whether I should like this situation or be worried.
The head of Mount Yujin slowly turned to the right.
just as expected?
Yu Seol was already loosening his fingers.