Chronicles of the Demon Faction

Episode 54. I can’t stand feeling uncomfortable (4)

Hong Wi-moon was embarrassed.

‘Axillary bone? What does it look like? ‘You didn’t know?’

For a brief moment, arrogant thoughts filled my head.

‘Is that the true appearance of the Penal Court Party leader?’

Previously, the appearance of an elderly person looked extremely ordinary, but his gentle personality stood out.

But not now. He was much younger than that and had a strong appearance, but his speech was blunt and his eyes were indifferent.

furthermore.

“…Have you not mastered magic?”

Gogu nodded.

“exactly.”

When I looked like an elderly person, I couldn’t feel any power at all. So, I thought that either he was not familiar with internal skills or he had learned martial arts that were good at hiding his prayers.

But no. In the first place, Gogu did not learn magic.

‘Is that possible?’

Shingyo is also a high-ranking official of the internal war, not the external war, and he has not learned magic arts? Does this make sense?

At that time, Seo-ryang opened his mouth.

“It’s an amazing martial arts skill.”

Ichae flashed in Gogu’s eyes.

“Do you recognize my martial arts skills?”

“Of course I don’t know. But I know what they put together.”

“….”

“The background is definitely magic. In addition, I mixed in the new skills of the political faction. “It is an authentic martial art that has been perfected through generations of improvement.”

Gogu’s expression still did not change. However, the weakly fluttering prayers represented his surprise.

“It’s amazing.”

It means acknowledging that what Xu Liang said is true. Hong Wei-wen’s expression visibly hardened.

It was more surprising that Seo-ryang immediately recognized something that he himself had not recognized, rather than that the head of the Hyeongbeop clan had not learned orthodox magic arts.

I was confident that at least my insight was second to none.

Interest turned to Seo-ryang’s face.

“It wouldn’t have been a difficult attempt, but it’s amazing.”

“It was a lot of hardship.”

“It’s not even martial arts where there is clear room for change. Reassembling a completed martial art without adding or subtracting anything is impossible unless you have the skills of a great master. “It seems like our school’s hidden powerhouse was here.”

Seoryang also created the Amyeongjin Magic Gong himself, so he knew how difficult it was. I was lucky and made it easy, but otherwise, it was a martial arts creation that would be difficult to even attempt.

“That’s too much praise.”

“What is excessive praise? “Let’s give an honest evaluation.”

“That’s why it’s excessive praise. “I just got lucky.”

“You know something.”

The two of you have a conversation that is understandable but difficult to understand. Hong Wi-moon’s mood, which was already not good, was falling into the abyss.

Gogu sat down.

“Once you have laid the board, you have to at least start digging. “I would like to end this private conversation and move on to public conversation.”

Seo-ryang’s eyes sparkled.

“Let’s do that.”

This guy is definitely different.

Although he was a martial artist, his personality was different from that of the ordinary demons of Shingyo.

No matter how great his position as the leader of the criminal code was, it was clearly disrespectful to treat the sect leader’s disciples like this. But even if he treated me like this, I didn’t feel any resistance for some reason.

Rather, it is comfortable and familiar. In the first place, this kind of relationship felt normal.

‘He’s a unique guy.’

Seo-ryang emptied his glass in one go and filled it again.

Gogu said bluntly.

“I won’t bother to say it again. “The reason we have brought you two here is because of the conflict that occurred between the two of you not long ago.”

Hong Wei-wen frowned. It wasn’t because I said that to my face.

“I believe the interrogation is over and the arrangement is over. “Did you have anything else to say?”

“exactly.”

“What is that?”

“Because I wanted to hear your pledge not to cause trouble in the future.”

Hong Yu-wen said as if it were absurd.

“Are you saying that now?”

“exactly.”

“I never particularly wanted trouble. But even if that were the case, what authority do you have to say this or that?”

“….”

“You have no right to force anything on us.”

That is correct. Since the cult leader’s disciples had no official position, they had no authority to exercise public affairs, but on the other hand, they had no reason to receive orders from anyone other than the religious leader.

Even if he were the Old Great Magon of the Senate, he could not give orders to the cult leader’s disciple. I guess it’s just a request.

Gogu nodded.

“What the Master said is correct. “I have no authority to force anything on you.”

“Why do you do that when you know everything….”

“Even the master had no right to command anyone. But I took advantage of Jinma Daeju’s weakness and used him like a hand and foot.”

“…!”

“I believe that the public servant knows better than anyone else that the world is not limited to superficial positions and status.”

Hong Wei-wen’s eyes were bloodshot.

Except for Seoryang, he had never shown such an angry side to anyone else. It also meant that they were on the defensive.

“Are you threatening me now?”

“exactly.”

The answer seems so obvious that I am at a loss for words.

“The Criminal Justice Party, together with the Defense Court, protects the teaching law on the front line. But it has a different personality from the defense court.”

“….”

“The Protectorate is an organization that can do anything to protect the religion, but it is also an organization that has no choice but to act passively. In other words, it is an organization focused on receiving.”

“….”

“The parish is different. The Penal Code is an organization that actively protects the religion. Punishes those who commit illegal acts and even handles sentencing in special cases. “Because, like the defense court, they can do anything to protect their religion.”

Gogu’s otherwise indifferent eyes gradually became transparent. It was like looking at a glass bead.

“As the head of the Criminal Law Party, I have no right or authority to force anything on you two. However, as someone who actively seeks to protect the religion, I can give you a new experience that you two have never experienced.”

“….”

“I’m telling you that I also don’t want to create such an unpleasant situation. “I trust you understand.”

What I was saying was that you can’t do something overtly, but you can secretly harass someone.

Hong Yuwen’s cheeks trembled. He had never been threatened like this by anyone in his entire life.

Gogu glanced at Seoliang.

Wagu wagu.

Before he knew it, Seo-ryang was stuffing the snacks that Si-bi had brought out until his cheeks were full. Looking at his expression, he seemed quite happy.

“What do you think, Prince Three?”

“Tsk tsk huh? “What do you mean?”

“…If you didn’t hear what I just said, I’m willing to say it again.”

“Ah, you’re telling me not to cause trouble again?”

“exactly.”

Seo-ryang coolly emptied his drink. He swallowed all the food in his mouth into his stomach with that one glass of alcohol and said with a big smile.

“Well, let’s do that.”

“….”

“How difficult is that?”

“Just in case, I’m telling you, I’m not joking right now…”

“I’m serious.”

“….”

“Who would want to lose to the criminal court? Same goes for me. Crucially, I also have no desire to grab someone by the collar and roll around in the mud. “Living in peace is the best.”

If Hong Wei-mun was speechless because of Gu Gu, Gu Gu was speechless because of Xu Liang.

“Anyway, this drink is delicious. “This is my first time drinking alcohol. What’s the name of this?”

“This is alcohol I brewed myself.”

“You have good skills. Are you thinking of selling it?”

“….”

“Not none.”

Gogu, who was looking at Seoryang silently, nodded.

“If you wish, I will send a few bottles to your home.”

“I will accept it gratefully. I will also choose a few gifts to send you. “I don’t know if there will be one.”

“It’s okay.”

“Hehe, if something comes, there must also be something that goes. “Don’t worry, I’ll send you the one I like.”

It was quite a meaningful statement, but Gogu didn’t care.

“The Three Dukes speak like this, but what about the Four Dukes?”

“….”

“It’s okay to say I don’t intend to do that.”

Hong Wi-moon, who was looking around at the two with bloodshot eyes, got up from his seat.

“I will never forget this humiliation.”

“I take it you agreed.”

Grumble! bang!

Hong Yuwen left the room without looking back.

Xiliang clicked his tongue.

“That guy must have suffered quite a bit.”

I was thinking of paying him back properly, but I was stopped by no one else but the head of the criminal court. Of course, I couldn’t feel good.

When people are pushed to their limits, their true colors come out. Hong Wei-moon is certainly a smart person, but more than that, he is a person with a fiery temper.

‘If that’s not the case…’

That appearance was also a make-up.

Gogu also stood up.

“This is the end of what I have to say. “Is there anything else you can say?”

“No. “You had a good drink.”

“I will call a carriage for you on the way. I’ll also load you up with a few bottles of alcohol. “You worked hard for three days.”

“Favor is always appreciated. “Thank you, I will ride.”

Seo-ryang got up from his seat.

He watched Gogu for a moment.

“Is there something on my face?”

“I have one question.”

“…?”

“I know how exquisite the Axial Gong is, but was there any reason to transform your body to welcome us?”

“….”

“I don’t think you have a hobby of testing someone or a playful personality.”

“Do I really need to tell you?”

“I asked a question because I wanted to hear it, didn’t I? “If you don’t want to talk, you don’t have to.”

Gogu shook his head.

“I won’t tell you.”

“I understand. Rest.”

Seoliang left as if he had no regrets whatsoever.

When the door closed, Gogu sat down again.

His eyes, which had been indifferent and transparent about what he was thinking, gradually became darker.

“…That’s strange.”

It’s truly been a long time. Who is this difficult to read?

It’s truly been a long time. I’ve never been this embarrassed before.

And…

‘I’m used to it.’

It’s been a while. Seeing someone who smells similar to the person I was when I ran out into the world with a dream of fortune in the past.

“At least it doesn’t look bad.”

* * *

Hong Yu-wen, who refused to take the carriage and walked home, suddenly became expressionless. There was not even a trace of the intense expression shown in Gogu’s room.

‘That’s strange.’

He clearly couldn’t control himself earlier. Because I was actually very angry.

However, what he showed at the end was somewhat calculated acting. It was because I didn’t want to show Seoryang that I was patient and thoughtful until the end.

If you show him like that, he will definitely prepare something.

‘Why have people changed so much?’

After returning from Gojuk Forest, we bumped into each other three times, two of them even face to face.

Still, I couldn’t believe it. That change in Seoliang.

It is said that personality changes depending on the environment, but Seoryang’s change was too drastic. They say people change when they die and come back to life, but that wasn’t the case.

‘He didn’t learn the Yeolongishangong technique. I learned a different magic skill. ‘Has your personality changed because of that?’

That is not impossible, but it is close to impossible.

Anyone can become aggressive if they learn magic, which pursues movement rather than stillness.

However, Seoliang has changed to the point where it is embarrassing to even use the word ‘change’. This is enough to make you wonder if it’s someone else.

Above all, magic that changes a person’s personality to that extent is low-level magic. However, the demonic energy he unleashed was of a very high level.

‘I don’t understand.’

Hong Yuwen shook his head.

Anyway, Xiliang has changed and the situation is getting worse. We must somehow overcome the current difficulties.

Others may not be aware of the criminal law party’s request for mediation. It was clear that if things continued like this, his position would be greatly reduced as he continued to suffer.

‘I can’t stay still. There are many ways. But this time, we must not move too hastily.’

Wooooow.

There was murder in Hong Wei-moon’s eyes.

‘I guess I’ll have to take a slow, sure hit.’

There was a threat from the Criminal Justice Party, but he didn’t care at all. If I had succumbed to such threats, I would not have been able to become Lee Cheon-sang’s disciple.

‘wait a moment. ‘Sooner or later, you will receive a generous reward.’

It was then.

“The life around that guy’s eyes is so wet that it’s ready to soak anyone.”

Hong Yu-moon, startled, turned his head.

In the distance, there was Seoryang, who parked his carriage under a large tree and sat lazily drinking.

“Come here, little brother. Let me pour you a drink.”