Habuk Pengga Swordsman Genius - Chapter 358



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358. Seocheondaeguk (1)

“A beacon fire? What does that mean?”

“Well, don’t worry. It’s a signal fire sent by our allies. I think the fragrance will resonate throughout Sacheon.”

Hanbin pointed at the fireworks nonchalantly.

Judging from the signal now, it wasn’t an urgent situation yet.

Of course, it wasn’t a sign that there was enough time.

It was a sign that there was some leeway.

It was important to convince representatives of the teenage generation as much as possible.

Seo Moon-moo-gyeol muttered to himself after seeing Han-bin’s expression.

“The fragrance of flowers… … .”

It was a voice full of complex emotions.

For a moment, Hanbin glanced around.

There were still some who looked at him with suspicion.

Of course, more than half of the representatives of the teenage generation were likely to be on their side.

But that wasn’t enough.

Hanbin looked at Seomunmugyeol with serious eyes.

“Great Swordsman, please help me. No, not for me, but for the sake of the martial arts world.”

“Okay. I trust you.”

Seomunmugyeol nodded.

In that moment, the surroundings began to become noisy.

Even those who knew Hanbin found Seomunmugyeol’s reaction unexpected.

At this point, Namgung Jangcheon no longer had even the slightest suspicion about Hanbin.

If even the reclusive master Seomunmugyeol knew the young man, there was absolutely no chance that he was his enemy.

Now it was time to speak to the young man named Jinryong.

Come to think of it, it’s true that I owe my life to that young man named Jinryongsohyeop.

However, as the head of the Namgung family, it was something that should not be done to just look on like this.

Namgung Jangcheon quickly walked towards him.

Thud thud.

He spoke with all his might, even making footsteps.

It was natural that everyone’s eyes were focused on Namgung Jangcheon.

Namgung Jangcheon’s expression was filled with solemnity as he approached Hanbin with momentum, receiving everyone’s attention.

At that moment, someone passed by Namgung Jangcheon with a bang.

Whoosh.

Namgung Jangcheon’s eyebrows twitched.

Namgung Jangcheon, who felt a strange sense of competition, looked at his opponent.

At that moment, Namgung Jangcheon’s eyes widened.

He was none other than Dang Gwang-hyeon, who had been designated as the next head of the Sacheon Dang family.

Dang Gwang-hyeon ignored Namgung Jang-cheon and kicked the ground first, landing in front of Han Bin in one step.

Papak.

While everyone was surprised by the sight, Dang Gwang-Hyeon looked next to Han Bin.

There was another girl there besides the one who revealed herself to be the Snow Mountain Goddess.

Dang Gwang-hyeon hugged the girl tightly.

“Cheong-hwa.”

“… … .”

Cheonghwa blinked and looked at Dang Gwanghyeon.

The eyes of those who expected Hanbin to hold their hands grew wide.

At first, they only focused on Hanbin and Seolhwa.

However, it was only when Dang Gwang-hyeon suddenly hugged the girl next to him that he realized Cheong-hwa’s existence.

One of the great masters of the teenage years said:

“What the hell is that?”

“Absurd. Do you think that’s a relationship between a man and a woman?”

“No, I understand that the Tang Dynasty’s Grand Master’s children are all one… … .”

“How did you survive in the world of martial arts with such a narrow vision?”

“What does that mean?”

“It’s said that she might be a hidden daughter. It’s a common story in the martial arts world.”

“Hmm, then I’ll listen to the story of the Great Hero of the Party. Even without that, the people of Sacheondangga are probably sensitive, so let’s stop talking about that.”

Even amidst their commotion, Dang Gwang-hyeon held Cheong-hwa close and did not let go.

It wasn’t long ago that I found my long-lost daughter.

He also returned after completing the Gongdokjiche, which was a long-cherished wish of the Sacheon Dangga.

The joy was doubled, tenfold, a hundredfold for the wife.

But that daughter disappeared some time ago.

Of course, I was a little relieved because Hanbin and Seolhwa, who disappeared together, were not ordinary people.

But as each day passed, my heart began to ache more and more.

In addition, when something like today happens, my heart sinks.

That was when.

Cheonghwa patted Dang Gwanghyeon on the shoulder.

“Father, just a moment.”

The eyes of the people around them widened at Cheonghwa’s words.

As expected, it was surprising that the relationship between the two was that of father and daughter, but it also aroused curiosity about how it came about.

But Dang Gwang-hyeon opened his mouth without paying attention to their gaze.

This was the first time I was called by an emotional title.

I’ve heard her call me that a few times since I found out she was my daughter, but I thought she was just calling me that because she’s my father.

But there was sincerity in his voice now.

Then Cheonghwa spoke again.

“This… … .”

Only then did Dang Gwang-hyeon come to his senses and let go of Cheong-hwa.

“Hmm, I was just thinking about myself.”

“No, I think Confucius has something to say.”

At Cheonghwa’s words, Dang Gwanghyeon turned his head.

There, Hanbin was sending a meaningful look.

Tang Gwang-hyeon said at that sight.

“If you have something to say, say it quickly.”

“I have only one thing to say.”

“Tell me.”

“Please instruct the Sacheondang family to stop everything for now.”

“What, what does that mean?”

“This is not for me, but for the Sachon Dang family.”

“If that’s what you say, then I understand. I’ll give you the order as soon as I get back.”

“thank you.”

Hanbin nodded lightly.

Namgung Jangcheon, who was blankly watching from a couple of steps away, gritted his teeth.

It was because he now felt that he had to talk to the young man who called himself Jinryong.

It was at that moment that Namgung Jangcheon was about to approach Hanbin.

Before he knew it, Hwangbo Mancheong, the head of the Hwangbo family, suddenly appeared next to Hanbin and blocked Namgung Jangcheon’s view.

It was when Namgung Jangcheon was about to scream in absurdity.

Hwangbo Man-cheong asked Han Bin.

“Are you saying that the work is not finished yet?”

“Yes, that’s right.”

When Hanbin nodded, Hwangbo Mancheong looked around.

He tried to reduce the representatives of the few teenage generations to a handful of rice cakes.

Of course, it ended thanks to Hanbin’s timely appearance.

Now the surrounding area was a mess of rocks and trees that had fallen from the cliff.

Something of this magnitude wouldn’t have been planned in a short period of time.

The enemies would secure a retreat route and hide tightly.

Anyway, it was fortunate that none of our allies were injured, but it was regrettable that the identities of the enemies could not be revealed.

But Hanbin tells a different story.

Hwangbo Man-cheong said with a hardened expression.

“I’d like to hear your thoughts.”

“Since you like playing baduk, I will compare it to a game of Go.”

“Please.”

Hwangbo Man-cheong held out his hand and made a gesture to tell her to speak comfortably.

Hanbin opened his mouth with a smile on his face.

“In my view, this is just an exchange of first moves. Well, you can think of it as a stepping stone.”

“It’s a stepping stone… … .”

Hwangbo Mancheong furrowed his brows.

In Baduk, the opening stone is the process of laying down the basic stones before starting a fight. According to Hanbin, the real fight has not yet begun.

If this spectacle was just a prelude, I had no idea what the real fight would be like.

Hanbin continued his explanation at that sight.

“Yes, once the groundwork is over, the real battle will begin. Of course, first, second… … . We will have to constantly exchange moves. Only when the stones of our team and the enemy team fill the board will the winner be determined.”

“A stone… … . Well then, that’s fortunate, because if the match is a game of Go, there’s no way our teenage generation would lose.”

“Yes, if it’s just baduk, then yes.”

“What does that mean?”

As Hwangbo Man-cheong’s expression hardened, Han-bin answered nonchalantly.

“Well, if it’s a fair match, then yes. In other words, if the enemy ‘didn’t lay out the stones on the board in advance’, then there’s no way that the Ten-Seven-Year-Olds would lose to them.”

Of course, Hanbin’s family was possible because the Dark Emperor was dead. What if the Dark Emperor was alive and unidentified monsters, including Goa, were running wild everywhere?

Even if it was a fair match, it was impossible to know what would happen.

But Hwangbo Mancheong shook his head at Hanbin’s words.

The Mugajihoe was an event prepared by the Saseundangga and the Ten Sega families.

But the enemy laid down stones?

Because it was thought to be impossible under the supervision of a teenage boy.

At that sight, Hanbin turned his head and pointed to the cliff.

When Hanbin pointed to the top of the cliff, Hwangbo Mancheong also turned his head.

Hanbin said.

“Haven’t you already installed it? We’ve checked it.”

At that moment, Hwangbo Man-cheong’s eyes deepened.

Hanbin’s words were definitely right.

They had stones laid out in advance.

The shock was so great that I didn’t even realize it was a stone that had been laid down.

“You’re right. That’s a black stone too.”

Hanbin liked this kind of Hwangbo Mancheong.

Although he was a bit of a slacker, he was more accurate than anyone when it came to understanding situations.

“That’s right. The problem is that in this match, even if the white stone has the last move, there is no house that can be obtained as a bonus when calculating.”

“… … .”

“Well, the bigger problem is that we don’t know how many stones the enemy has laid down in advance.”

“hmm.”

There was a deep furrow between Hwangbo Mancheong’s eyebrows. To exaggerate a little, it was a furrow so deep that rainwater could be collected and used as drinking water.

The problem is that we don’t know how many stones there are and where they are placed.

When I thought about it that way, I felt lost.

Hwangbo Man-cheong was a person who could look twenty moves ahead when playing baduk.

But in this match, it was impossible to see even an inch ahead.

It was like predicting the waves of the vast ocean.

Hwangbo Man-cheong prayed that Han Bin’s words were not true.

Hwangbo Man-cheong’s head tilted slightly as he looked at Hanbin.

Hanbin would know his feelings better.

But Hanbin did not lose his composure.

In this case, there was only one thing.

Hwangbo Man-cheong asked cautiously.

“if…….”

“It’s a secret.”

When Hanbin suddenly hung up, the people around him tilted their heads.

I didn’t understand their last conversation.

But Hwangbo Man-cheong had a faint smile on his lips.

This is a glimpse into Hanbin’s inner thoughts.

The only time Hanbin would lose his composure was when he had laid down more stones than the enemy.

Of course, I wasn’t completely sure of victory.

Because there is nothing more foolhardy than expecting a complete victory in a major game.

All variables, such as who laid which stone and whether the stone was laid in the right place, will determine the direction of this great game.

There was still a faint smile on Hwangbo Mancheong’s lips.

Namgung Jangcheon, who had been listening to their conversation, coughed in vain and took a step forward.

“Hmm.”

That cough contained profound internal energy.

The reason I put my energy into coughing was simple.

Hanbin also looked at him only then, as if he knew it.

“Come to think of it, Lord Namgung was there too.”

Hanbin bowed his head to him with a kind face.

Namgung Jangcheon was the most difficult person to deal with in Hanbin’s eyes.

This level of pause was necessary.

Well, I figured I wouldn’t have much to say since I’d heard the whole conversation.

As Hanbin had expected, Namgung Jangcheon smiled awkwardly.

“Hmm, sorry, you saved my life and I didn’t even say hello.”

“it’s okay.”

“No. I will definitely repay this debt later.”

“Then I won’t decline. Well, it would be better if you put it in writing.”

Hanbin smiled sincerely.

If you nod here, you have obtained the stone called Namgung Jangcheon.

Namgung Jangcheon opened his eyes wide.

“What do you mean, a contract?”