Chapter 449: There is a way, but (2)
Eun Hwa-rin, the head of the Cheonyuhoe, was receiving reports from the head of the clan, Yeon Yeon-hee, in his office.
A miraculous victory was achieved as the invading army of the Heavenly Empire withdrew, but it was a situation in which it was impossible to be completely happy.
This is because nearly half of the casualties occurred in Cheonyuhoe.
“It is truly absurd to say that the cause of the war was the boredom of Arhats. Should we consider it fortunate that his interests have shifted to something else?...”
“I am glad. Except that the target is our Lord. “How are you feeling now?”
The head of the family, Yeon Yeon-hee, sighed and answered.
“I came to see you today, and it looks like you’re in depression. “The person who was so bright lost his smile and stopped eating and drinking.”
“...I guess so. It is inevitable that you will be heartbroken because the only family you have been with your whole life is gone. But something is a little strange.”
“What do you mean?”
“I heard that the elder at the time was wearing giraffe armor. “Then, no matter how damaged the body was, there was no way it could be found, but it disappeared without a doubt.”
Yeon-hee also tilted her head as if she didn’t understand.
“This is a really strange thing. In any case, it seems that the Lord of the Church is unwilling to acknowledge the death of the elder, perhaps because he could not confirm it directly.”
“It might actually be a good thing. “You have to hold on to even the slightest hope to survive.”
“Anyway, he said he would be leaving Cheonyuhoe soon.”
Eunhwarin asked in great surprise, as if it was her first time hearing that fact.
“What are you talking about?”
“It seems difficult because I keep thinking of the elder when I’m here. We will stay in a random place and then attack the Bodhi Palace in time for the Mantan Festival. “They say they will end the life of an Arhat.”
Manchurian Day was the most important day of the year, with events held every year to commemorate the birth of Arahat.
And Bodhi Palace is the sacred palace where Arahats stay.
“You want to visit and kill him on the day he was born? “A person who hates killing so much... then how does he join the other elders?”
“They say you’re going alone. “I said I didn’t need any help.”
Eunhwarin sighed and placed one hand on her forehead.
“There are not only Arhats in the Bodhi Palace, so how can I handle it alone? “I don’t want to see any more of my friends die, so I’m trying to bear it alone.”
“I tried to persuade him, but he was very stubborn. “What should I do?”
After thinking for a moment, Eunhwarin stood up from her seat and said.
“I guess I’ll have to meet him in person. “Let’s go now.”
“yes. “It would be better to do so.”
The two women left the governor’s office and began moving to Hoeju’s residence.
Perhaps because they were in a hurry, the two walked faster than usual.
“If Master Hoe knew about Man’s Nativity, he would have already researched the route to Bodhi Palace. “I don’t know when I’ll leave, so I need to hurry.”
That time when I was walking for a while.
Yeon-hee Yeon said, looking at her as if she had remembered something.
“Commander General. Come to think of it, the provincial commander also said he wanted to meet Hoeju. “He said he would come visit me when he felt calmer.”
“The war is over, but what happened?”
“I heard His Majesty will be awarding you a reward soon. “I think the Yin-Yang twin monsters have the biggest role in this war.”
“That’s right. Because he became a hero in Moorim. But right now, I don’t think I’m interested in compensation...”
While they were chatting, their steps soon reached their destination.
But for some reason, the door to the pavilion was wide open and several members of the guest party were cleaning.
The person in charge among them spotted Eun Hwa-rin and ran to the door to greet her first.
“Hello, Commander-in-Chief. “What’s going on here?”
“I came to see Lord Hoe. “Where have you been?”
“We don’t know exactly. “He just said he was leaving.”
Eunhwarin asked again with a puzzled expression.
“What are you talking about? “You’re leaving?”
“Wasn’t this discussed with you two in advance? “I don’t know what it means, but he also told me to collect and distribute the items I left at home.”
“Ha...”
As she was sighing, the member of the guest party rummaged through his chest and pulled out a piece of paper.
“ah! And I told you to convey this to the Commander-in-Chief.”
As Eunhwarin read the contents of the letter, her eyes became moist.
“I guess that place was Lord Hoe’s treasure trove. As expected, there is a strange corner. By the way, did you get any other ingredients?”
“There are a few more, but first I think I’ll go to the drawing shop and see if I can get them.”
After exchanging some more information, Eunhwarin and Soso said their goodbyes.
“You’ve come a long way, but are you leaving right now?”
“yes. “The elder is still struggling with death, so we need to quickly prepare the ingredients and go back.”
Eunhwarin slightly lowered her head with her hands clasped together.
“Thank you for working hard for Elder Yanggoi.”
“...It was nothing. He is a benefactor who helped me. See you next time then.”
* * *
After completing his business, Soso wrapped the twin dragon spears in cloth, carried them on his back, and headed to the market.
The market in Socheonseong, which I visited after a long time, did not feel as bright and lively as before.
It was probably due to the impact of the large number of casualties that occurred in this war.
‘Where was it... I think I saw it once while passing by here.’
Soso, who had been looking around for a while in the alley, soon clapped his hands together.
Good!
“found!”
A signboard saying “Myohwabang” was hung on this two-story building nearby.
But something was a little strange.
Even though the sun is setting, there is not a single light inside? It seemed like the door was closed.
I couldn’t understand the English text, but I couldn’t just leave like this just because it wasn’t open for business.
You definitely need to get the ingredients.
Soso approached nearby and checked for signs inside.
‘There is someone. At the very least, he is an expert who has reached the state of refuting and returning to truth. ‘Then why are you crying?’
What was clearly heard from inside was the sound of a girl sobbing.
Soso first walked forward and pulled the door open.
Rattling-!
As expected, it was locked, but I couldn’t back out like this.
Rattling-! Rattling-!!
As I grabbed the tail of the door and shook it, a girl’s grumpy voice came out.
“Who keeps shaking the door!? “It’s closed, so go back!”
“There is something I need to get urgently. “Please open the door for a moment.”
Then, the sound of something being thrown from inside was heard.
bang-!
“Do I look like I’m selling things now? “Get away from me!!”
“I don’t know what makes you feel uncomfortable, but it’s a matter of one person’s life or death. “Please open the door.”
Soso continued to shake the door as if he was upset.
Rattling-! Rattling-!! Rattling-!!
It was after a little more time had passed.
Finally, the entrance to the drawing room burst open, revealing the owner.
She was a beautiful girl with blue eyes and narrowed eyebrows.
His eyes looked swollen and bulging, as if something sad had happened.
However, she came out with a purpose and could not get angry. No, rather, I started to relax my frown and manage my facial expressions.
This is because, as the owner of a drawing room, he recognized Soso’s face revealed beneath the bamboo ribs.
“What is it that Geomhu is doing here...”
There is no one in the martial arts community who does not know Geomhu’s name. He had such a great reputation that I couldn’t treat him carelessly once I found out his identity.
And So So also realized that Baek Yo-ran was a master who had turned against the Korean War.
“Do you know me? “I came because I have a favor to ask you.”
Bai Yoran, who was devastated, wiped away her tears and led her inside.
“Please come inside first.”
“Thank you. Actually, I have to treat someone who is in suspended animation. He is a very important person.”