Beastly and Fearlessly - Chapter 11
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Episode 11
After going back and forth on the unarmed pole thirty times, my physical strength, which had been at rock bottom, was completely restored in three days.
Was this incredible resilience something he had naturally possessed, or was it something he had acquired?
The four colored energies that had seeped into me in the forest north of Myorim came to mind.
What does it mean? There is still no change in this body.
Suddenly, I remembered the giant tiger in front of the cave.
Why was that guy guarding that place?
Is it still there?
When the time comes, I should ask my father about the forest north of Myorim.
“The whole of Namcheon Damdong is in an uproar right now. Wow. You really did thirty round trips. And you did it while carrying one person on your back and jumping down the cliff. Who would be so stupid as to put such a stupid idea into action…?”
Deoksam is honest.
So sometimes I make mistakes with my words.
But where else can you find such a kind and honest servant?
I should just pretend I didn’t hear it.
“Why did the old man call you?”
A little while ago, Deoksam came back from receiving an urgent call.
I looked to see what he was taking out one by one, and it turned out to be paper and a brush.
“Don’t you remember those colorful mushrooms that Sodongju picked and ate last time?”
That imaginary mushroom?
But why?
“Draw it exactly the same way. Add a description of it, such as its size, its color, its scent, and where you found it.”
“No, why all of a sudden?”
“Well, maybe you wanted to show it to Dokgok? If the colorful mushrooms that Sodongju ate were poisonous, it would be a big problem.”
Deoksam answered with a worried expression.
It’ll be okay.
There was no such mushroom originally.
“But what is the relationship between Dokgok and Namcheon Damdong?”
Poisonous Valley.
If there is Sacheondangmun in the Central Plains, there is Dokgok in the Southern Plains.
There is a lot of poison in the South.
In some areas of jungles or swamps, there are places where the toxins created by rotting animal carcasses are present all year round.
So, there are many forces that deal with poison, such as Odokmun, Nammandokrim, and Mandokgung, but the best among them is definitely Dokgok.
However, those who handle poison have a sinister side and do not interact much with other places.
The unmanned people originally had a tendency to look down on poison.
“Those who deal with poison don’t usually go out. However, Dokgok and Namcheondamdong have a connection from the past, so they get along pretty well. They also come and go often.”
Well, it’s fortunate that he’s not the enemy.
Those who handle poison, whether they are from the Central Plains or the Southern Plains, should not be treated as enemies.
“Anyway, first of all, the mushroom picture… … .”
“I don’t remember. I can’t remember what it looked like or what color it was.”
“Oh, no, last time it was definitely a rainbow of colors… … .”
“Oh, you believe the words of a man who ate poisonous mushrooms and lost his mind? Tell him that Sodongju has no memory of it. No, it’s not even certain that he ate the mushrooms.”
“No, but Mr. Nosa painted… … .”
“What if you don’t know? It’s not like you’re going to crack my skull open to find out.”
Oh, your head.
I can’t believe such degrading words just came out of my mouth.
It’s been so long since I was reincarnated as a savage that my speech has already become harsh.
“Oh, and the old man said he would give me something good. What did he say? He said it was some kind of internal affair.”
The inner workings of the Dokkaebi Net… … .
This is something I shouldn’t receive.
I did the running, but Noh Sa made the bet.
And that’s at the risk of losing the thing you cherish most.
You can’t just run once and get such a precious item.
“Take the lead.”
“Where are you going?”
“The old man is waiting.”
but…….
It was an offer too good to turn down.
* * *
I thought about it as I went to meet Nosa.
This wonderful body is definitely amazing.
However, the amount of internal energy he possesses is poor.
This is actually a common problem seen among Beast Palace warriors.
Of course, they don’t seem to consider it a problem.
The internal energy of a martial artist is to accumulate natural energy in the danjeon through the mind method.
So that you can pull it out and use it when you need it.
The whole world is filled with pure energy.
And warriors have bodies suited to receiving energy.
That is, if you just breathe properly, your whole body will be filled with energy.
In addition, he has the stamina to not tire easily.
So is there really a need to be obsessed with the size of the danjeon like the people of the central plains?
It is only those who are always lacking that find the way… … .
Since there is no shortage, there is no need to obsess over the size of the danjeon.
To them, the danjeon is simply a vessel in which energy naturally accumulates.
But I know all too well how important history is to a drone.
I already know the best spiritual method called Gyeonghe Shengong.
A divine skill that accumulates true energy by building up forts in various blood vessels and then detonates them all at once.
This was a method of mind chosen as a last resort, as one was born with a lowly body and could not develop the danjeon.
It matches perfectly with the martial arts of the Beast Palace that focuses its strength on one point… … .
The martial arts of the Beast Palace, which are innate divine powers and focused on one point.
And if, in addition to this, a sudden explosion like a dam collapses meets the Kyungshin God, it is impossible to estimate how powerful it would be.
* * *
“Are you confident that you can win in a duel?”
The two men immediately asked.
“You look strong.”
Damwangsura already had considerable skills.
I could tell just by looking at the way he was practicing.
The guy is a mature first-class player.
I don’t know what kind of past he has, but he seems to have a lot of experience.
“He is far superior to the Ma Young-hoo you faced before. The only thing that is superior to you is his venom.”
“I know.”
“The senator… … may look like an old snake now, but he is a man of great skill. Since he is teaching us with determination, by the time the secret war begins, he will be much stronger than he is now. Are you worried now?”
“No. I have a boss.”
This isn’t just talk.
The old man in front of me would be able to deal with all the old men in the Senate with his one arm.
If he hadn’t lost one arm, he would have reached the dizzying realm of perfect warrior long ago.
“… … that crazy guy.”
“I will win.”
“Tsk tsk. Anyway, where on earth do fathers and sons get such confidence?”
The old man held out a small wooden box to me and said:
“Here it is. Take it.”
When I opened it, there was something inside, shaped like a bead the size of a thumbnail.
It has a dark color and a pungent smell.
This is also my first time seeing the inner workings of a monolithic temple.
“thank you.”
“Is there anyone who taught you the secret method? For example, your mother… … .”
An expression of anticipation.
To fully receive the power of elixirs or internal medicine, you must use the mind method in conjunction with them.
The problem is that there is nothing in the Beast Palace that can be called a great technique.
So, I ask if there is anything I have learned from my mother, who is a native of the Central Plains.
“……doesn’t exist.”
I can’t talk about the secret methods I learned in my past life.
By the way, I guess my mother is a more amazing person than I thought.
“Then eat it now.”
“Huh? Are you eating this now?”
“If you don’t eat it, are you planning to make it into a necklace and wear it around? Or are you planning to stick it on your forehead and pretend to be a poison ivy net?”
It means that he will lead the energy.
It is the inner workings of a unique network of flowers that is hard to find again in one’s lifetime.
It’s not that I don’t trust the labor union, but I intend to squeeze out every last drop of this inner strength.
Because I already have the right method for that.
“If possible, I would like to choose the time and place when the energy is strongest.”
“Haha. I see you picked it up somewhere. Then, come to the top of Mujangbong Peak tomorrow at sunrise.”
“All right.”
By then, I will have already swallowed my inner energy and will be using my inner power, so please come and protect me.
“From today onwards, you will learn on your own. You haven’t trained properly in anything so far, so it will be good to have a clean slate.”
I think this is probably swearing.
“What we will learn today is… … the Dharma.”
It’s a good teaching.
Wherever your feet go, there is meaning.
Those guys who tell you to swing a sword right away while saying they’ll teach you martial arts are all fake.
Fortunately, the labor and management are real.
“The basis of all martial arts is the movement of the feet. No matter what martial arts you learn, if the technique is not perfected, it is meaningless. Your full-power attack will cut through the air, and the enemy’s sword will pierce your heart.”
The expressions on Nosa’s face were serious.
“What is the ultimate goal of practicing the Fa?”
The ultimate goal of the law is… … .
Whether you extend your fist or draw your sword and swing it, the most important thing is space.
If you can’t reach it, it’s meaningless.
“It’s about occupying space first.”
“Oh, what does ‘occupy space first’ mean?”
“It’s about not letting others into your space, and easily entering others’ space.”
In my previous life, I didn’t fight by clashing swords with my opponent.
He would dodge and sometimes even dash towards his opponent, approaching him right in front of his nose and cutting his neck.
That’s what fighting was like to me.
“That’s a very good goal. But!”
He took a step closer to me and continued speaking.
“Reality is different. Enemies will enter my space too easily and will not give me an inch of their space.”
For a moment I forgot that I was a warrior of the Beast Palace.
You can’t fight like an assassin, taking the life of your opponent without any loss.
That’s not the way of the Beast Warrior.
“So what you should aim for is… … dominating space.”
Mastery of space!
Where else could you find such a crazy goal?
“First, I will show you an example. It is called Tae-ryu-bo (太流步). Open your eyes wide and remember it in your mind. Even if you learn more advanced techniques later, you must not forget the meaning contained in this step.”
I moved to stand in front of him.
As if facing an enemy.
“Phew.”
Nosa took a deep breath and slowly took his feet off.
You must not miss a single thing: distance, breathing, and even momentum.
Most of the warriors are eager to follow the sword, but in the end, wherever their feet move, there is the sword.
thud!
Step forward with your left foot on the stepping stone.
My feet are tangled up in a mess, but I am free as water.
Swish. Swish.
The heavy footsteps that brush the ground are as light as the wind.
Rotate your toes (回).
Sometimes the whole body is turned around.
Stand up straight.
Bend one leg and lift it off the floor (knee lift).
Simple and clear.
All the different movements are directed to one place.
Not taking a single step back or avoiding anything.
Even if the toes rotate and the knees are bent, the only direction the body moves is forward.
Only moving towards the enemy… … .
ah……!
In an instant, a thunderous thrill ran through my body.
I thought I understood what he meant by ‘dominating space’.
I placed an imaginary sword in Nosa’s only arm and placed myself in front of him.
A showdown that unfolds in your imagination.
He comes closer.
The loophole is clearly visible.
In a short moment, countless battles and defenses unfolded in my head, but in the end, I was unable to point my sword at him.
No, I backed off first.
Because it is clear that they will take flesh and bones and give up their necks.
Because before he cuts off his remaining arm, his sword will be stuck in my heart.
Just keep moving forward.
I don’t care if the enemy’s sword touches me.
My sword will cut off his neck first.
This is the mastery of space.
The fight of the Beast Palace Warriors.
Cold sweat ran down my entire body.
dump.
I sat down on the floor without realizing it.
I was completely dominated by the space of labor and management that approached me bare-handed without any intention of living.
Finally, the short demonstration is over.
What he was trying to show was not the form of the law.
I can follow those simple steps even now.
What you need to keep in mind is the meaning behind each step.
“Even if my flesh is cut and blood flows, I will come closer and cut off your neck!”
A clear warning with every step.
What you need to show your opponent is not fear, but will.
The old man looked at me sitting on the floor and said with a dumbfounded expression.
“You figured this out the first time? There are people who don’t even realize it after ten years.”
I nodded, unable to stand up.
“Haha. Is there such a monster? Why has this guy been napping all this time? This crazy guy.”
The old man continued talking, shaking his head from side to side.
“But even if you understand, it’s not a step that can be taken easily. It’s not an example that I showed you in hopes of making you do so. What you need is to not forget this moment.”
* * *
Darkness covered Namcheon Damdong.
The training was over, but Dammyeong still remained and had not returned.
I stay like that all day long with my eyes closed.
“Isn’t that guy sleeping while standing there?”
The old man and woman muttered quietly under the shade of the trees.
But the image of Sodongju collapsing earlier in the day kept coming to mind.
‘This is my first time seeing a guy like that… ‘
Until now, no one has ever understood the meaning of Taeryubo at once.
Is that why?
I couldn’t leave my seat because I felt like I would open my closed eyes and unfold a perfect Tae-ryu-bo at any moment.
Damn it.
At that moment, I heard someone approaching from behind.
Dammuhun slowly walked out of the darkness.
“I came here because I wanted to have a drink with Nosa. By the way, why is that guy standing there alone? Is he serving his punishment?”
“Oh, today was my first time practicing the Fa.”
“If it’s a law, then Taeryu-bo?”
The two men nodded.
“Do you understand that guy…?”
“He fell to the ground with a thud.”
Dammuhun’s eyes grew wide.
“Just take a look?”
“Yes. I even broke out in a cold sweat. I definitely understood.”
Taeryubo is the basic technique of the Beast Palace.
It is learned first before learning other martial arts of Namcheon Damdong.
Whether swinging a sword or swinging an axe, the end result must be filled with the warrior’s will.
But it takes a lot of time to understand its meaning.
Only after learning various martial arts and experiencing numerous actual battles can one come to realize it.
The space that simple steps create… … .
“He’s been like that ever since. He’s got his eyes closed and he’s thinking about something. So how can you not be excited? What will So Dong-ju’s first steps be like when he opens his eyes?”
“Hmm. I might not be able to move my feet… … .”
Understanding does not mean enlightenment.
There is a world of difference between having enlightenment and actually putting it into practice.
It is impossible to unfold Taeryubo’s intentions in one day.
Even he and his brother, who were called geniuses, took their first proper steps only after three years.
‘So not today… … .’
Of course, someday that guy will take his own path.
Dam Mu-Heun, who was looking at Dam-Myeong standing alone in the darkness, quietly turned around and walked away.
At that moment.
“Dongju!”