Who threatened Cheonma Hara with a knife - Chapter 466



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466 Officials (6)

Ilmok, who had been trying hard to hold back his swearing, opened his mouth calmly.

“The reason I came forward today is not because of a thirst for power. I have no particular desire for the position of Pope.”

At Ilmok’s words, Jegalmun smiled gently.

“What a coincidence. I have no desire to be the Pope. I just came forward because I don’t want the empire to collapse like a castle in the ground. Since our intentions are similar, how about we join forces and make the empire a better place?”

Ilmok realized it clearly.

‘Is this what a political enemy is?’

Jegalmun didn’t seem to completely believe Ilmok’s words, and Ilmok couldn’t completely believe his words either.

It’s not like we had any particular ill feelings toward each other. It’s just that our positions and situations were like that.

He realized that his opponent had become his enemy, but he didn’t really care.

‘Well, I’m not a stupid guy.’

He was not a man who would ruin the empire to satisfy his greed. What if he was a man who wanted to revive the empire and take its fruits?

“That’s a great idea. It would be great if we could work together to revive the empire.”

So, he was a political friend as well as a political opponent.

In the process of discussing policies together, all that was needed was to prevent Zhuge Liang from monopolizing power.

* * *

The next day.

As decided at the last meeting, King Geul and the Ministry of Welfare began to move in earnest for the relocation of the capital.

Additionally, several generals who were waiting for military posts led their soldiers south.

Those who remained in the fort continued to hold meetings on various agenda items, and in the afternoon, news of victory was delivered from the north.

“After dealing with the remnants of Myeol-a-geol, tell them to return to Beijing.”

Wei Jin-hak, who had given the order to the messenger, immediately spoke to those gathered in the scriptures.

“It seems that both the wars in the North and the South will be settled soon, so it seems that it is time to establish the Empire’s defense system and military control.”

As soon as Wei Jin-hak finished speaking, Eunwigakju ordered his Eunwigak warriors to bring a huge map.

A rough map of the Central Plains and its surrounding areas.

Looking at the map, I could clearly feel how large their territory was.

From then on, the agenda of the meeting was mainly about defense systems and related issues.

In addition, as the discussion on the defense system continued, discussion on local control was naturally added.

The meetings to reorganize the empire continued for several days.

News came one after another that all the remnants of the Northern Myeolgyeol faction had been killed and driven out, and that all the remnants of the Southern Donggun faction had been executed.

And a few days later.

Several carriages departing from the north and south arrived in Beijing one after another.

* * *

A temporary conference room outside the fort.

Wei Jin-hak was sitting on the throne of the upper chamber, and the ministers who always participated in the meeting stood guard on either side.

Also, in the center, several men were kneeling and paying respect, or standing still and taking their places.

Those who knelt were those who were with the Cheonmasin Church, and those who did not kneel were those who had not yet made up their minds.

First of all, Wei Jinxue looked at Han So-ryong, the former Northern Army commander who had not knelt down, Jin Gyu, the Black Kun Martial King of the Guangdong Jin family, and Nanyang Jinyin, the leader of the Haenam faction and known as the Sword Master of the Cutting Sword.

“Thank you for coming here. I am Wei Jin-hak, the first Pope of the Hong Dynasty.”

In response to Wei Jin-hak’s brief introduction, the Northern Army Commander-in-Chief responded with a military salute, and Jin Gyu and Nanyang Jin In showed their respect with a prize.

“My name is Han So-ryong. The official title bestowed upon me by the imperial family is meaningless, so there is nothing else to introduce myself to you.”

“I am the head of the Gwangdong Jin family. My name is Jin Gyu.”

“I am Nanyang, the head of the Haenam faction.”

At the introduction of Danchul Jin-gyu and Nanyang Jin-in, the mood of the surrounding ministers changed.

“How dare you be so rude to His Majesty!”

“I may not be able to kneel down right now, but I dare!!”

Among the ministers, there were many masters who were no less skilled than Jin Gyu and Nanyang Jin In, so they were overcome by a sense of pressure that was difficult to bear.

At that moment, when Wi Jin-hak gestured and opened his mouth, the oppressive momentum that had been squeezing them disappeared like melting snow.

“They haven’t made up their minds yet, so there’s no need for you to act rashly. If you share the same views as our new religion, you should show respect to me, but if not, shouldn’t we discuss and decide what to do next?”

Wei Jin-hak, who had calmed down his subjects, looked at the three and continued speaking.

“If you have come to find my luggage, it means you have something you want. Tell me frankly what you want. Our new religion only punishes evildoers. We do not persecute those who have different opinions.”

The first person to ask the question of Wei Jinxue was Han So-ryong.

“This old general only wants one thing. To guard the north and prevent the barbarians from ever harassing the people of the central plains. That’s all.”

“It’s just like I heard from the Grand Master. Hahaha.”

When Wi Jin-hak, who was laughing heartily, turned his head to look at the two, Jin-gyu spoke first.

“Our uprising army has similar goals. To protect the people from the Japanese pirates who were plundering the people in the south, and to drive out the corrupt officials who were exploiting them. That is all we wish for.”

Wi Jin-hak asked back at that confident answer.

“The reason you came here was to see if our religion was also full of corrupt officials like the Han Dynasty?”

“That’s right.”

Just as the vassals were about to become more violent, Wei Jin-hak stopped them with a gesture and asked with a faint smile.

“What does the owner think?”

Jin Gyu answered Wei Jin-hak’s question.

“At least the Pope seems to be a completely different person from those small-minded people.”

Although he had only come to this scripture and observed for a short time, he was also a man who had spent a long time as the leader of a force.

At least I was proud of my ability to read people.

From the first time the Pope opened his mouth to rule over his subjects, to the way he treated himself when he was being rude.

I could tell from his appearance that he was naturally dignified and relaxed. He was a man with a capacity much greater than my own.

But behind Jin-gyu’s back, the lives of tens of thousands of rebel soldiers who had fought the war together were at stake.

So, you shouldn’t be mean and you shouldn’t make hasty judgments.

“One, if you are a warrior, you should show yourself through your martial arts skills rather than just words. By the way, would you be able to have a duel with the head of the family?”

Just as the ministers were about to have a fit again, Wei Jin-hak burst into rage.

“Hahahaha! Of course! If you’re a warrior, then that’s what you should do. Since our religion also worships the martial arts, there’s no reason to refuse.”

After Wei Jin-hak’s words, it became difficult for his subjects to express their opposition without caution.

They left the temple and headed towards the ruined inner castle of the Forbidden City.

The ministers formed a large circle and took their positions, and in the center, Wei Jin-hak and Jin Gyu faced each other with a gap of about one jang.

“Come in.”

Jin-gyu gritted his teeth at Wei Jin-hak’s leisurely attitude.

There was no sign of any gap.

However, I can’t just admit defeat after applying for the non-competition.

Pot!

Jin-gyu, who had been spreading his lightness and digging in, began swinging his black club, which was like his symbol, and the fight began.

Watching the scene of the Cheonma Sword wrapped in black flames and the Black Gon covered in dark energy clashing, Ilmok recalled a small sentiment.

‘Your Majesty seems to have grown a step further.’

The countless life-or-death experiences he had in the last war, especially the fights with Hyeonam and Taekonggong, who were several levels higher, made him realize that he had come to enlightenment.

Or, it could be that he was able to overcome the wall by controlling the magical energy of the Heavenly Demon God, which had almost gone wild several times.

‘If you can just get over the wall a couple of times, you might really achieve greatness in the Heavenly Demonic Skill.’

It was truly surprising, but Ichimoku’s expression didn’t change much when he thought about it.

But is it perhaps an instinct of a warrior who has trained in martial arts for a long time?

In a corner of his mind, Ilmok was picturing his own fight with Wei Jin-hak.

‘If it’s a matter of life and death, I don’t think I’ll lose… .’

Ichimoku shook his head as he realized that he had come up with a rather dangerous sentiment.

Wi Jin-hak, who had been dealing with Jin-gyu moderately, began swinging his sword in earnest.

visor!!

The moment Jin-gyu’s arm was thrown back, unable to withstand the power contained in the Cheonmagum.

chuck.

Wi Jin-hak, who had already gathered the black salt, stopped his sword in front of Jin-gyu’s neck.

“Is that a sufficient answer?”

In response to that question, Jin-gyu put down the black gong he had been holding, knelt on one knee toward Wi Jin-hak, and showed his respect.

“We, the Guangdong Jin family, will follow the will of the Hong Dynasty and Your Majesty.”

“Hahahaha. I can’t help but be happy to have such a great warrior like you here with me.”

Wi Jin-hak smiled with a satisfied expression and soon turned his head to look at Nanyang Jin-in.

Nanyang Jinin, who noticed the meaning in that gaze, opened his mouth.

“I also fully understand that Your Majesty is completely different from those unruly people. However, since we in the Haenam faction have no interest in official positions, we will return to Haenam Island and continue our meditation. Please, bring about a peaceful era.”

The answer was similar to that of a shaman or a saint.

Suddenly, that thought occurred to Ilmok.

‘Is it because they are Taoist priests?’

It would be natural for these pseudo-Taoists to have their eyes set on official positions, but for some reason, all three sects were refusing to take on official positions.

Perhaps, it was because all the greedy pseudo-shamans had been sealed away during the last war.

After somehow finishing their conversation with Han So-ryong, Jin Gyu, and Nanyang Jinin, they returned to the scriptures.

As expected, Eunwigakju, who was very skilled at his work, quickly hung two huge pieces of paper on the pillars and unfolded them.

One was a map depicting the territory of the Hong Dynasty, and the other was a piece of paper with the official seal of the military officer written on it.

“I hereby appoint Guyangpae, who has made great contributions in the last war, as a first-rank general and entrust him with the defense of the western border.”

“Your kindness is truly infinite!”

The western border. Unlike the previous Han dynasty, it was located on the border between Xinjiang and Tibet, and was adjacent to the territory of the Huai Muslims.

“If it weren’t for the merits of Jin Gong, who led the uprising in the south and punished the corrupt Dongjun of the Han dynasty, it wouldn’t have been easy for our new religion to punish the Han dynasty. I will confer the title of first-rank general on Jin Gyu, who has made great contributions. As general, from this moment on, lead the navy in the south and make sure that no Japanese pirates dare harm the people of the Hong dynasty.”

Although it was a somewhat unconventional appointment, there was no opposition.

This was a matter that had been discussed before they came to Beijing. If Jin-gyu joined the rebel army. And if he refused to join.

In the latter case, there was a high possibility that war would have broken out again.

“I will appoint Yang Guang, who led the Gansu Army and shared the same ideals as our new religion, and who has made countless achievements on the battlefield, as a general and entrust him with the defense of the northern border.”

“Your kindness is truly infinite!”

Yang Guang, who was the commander of Gansu, was promoted two ranks to the position of commander-in-chief of the Northern Army in the Han Dynasty.

And looking at Han So-ryong, the former Northern Army Admiral, Wei Jin-hak opened his mouth.

“Admiral Han. It is a blessing that you did not participate in the civil war until the end, but rewards are given to those who have achieved merit. I will confer you the title of General of the First Rank, and you will assist General Yang Guang and take charge of the northern border.”

“I am truly grateful. I am simply happy that I can protect the North.”

After that, he informed the military officials of the border defense system along with the awarding of rewards for their service several times.

All the high-ranking officials’ positions were decided, and only one person remained whose official position was not determined in the scriptures.

Naturally, everyone’s eyes turned to him, and Wei Jin-hak also looked at the old man and opened his mouth.

“Usa. In light of your countless achievements in the last war, I hereby confer upon you the title of Grand Marshal of the First Rank, the head of all the military forces guarding the four borders.”

The left and right priests of the Cheonmasin Church.

Ilmok, who was the Left Secretary, was appointed to the position of Taesajik, the head of the civil service, and Dokgo Ryong, who was the Right Secretary, became the Grand Marshal, the head of the military service.

It may seem odd that the Grand Marshal was of the same rank as the General, but the Grand Master was no different. The ministers of each department were also of the same rank as the Grand Master.

However, even if they were of the same rank, their power varied depending on the role they played.

“Your kindness is truly infinite!! I, Dokgo Ryong! In order to spread the doctrine of the new religion and expand the territory of the Hong Nation, I will always stand at the forefront of the battlefield!!”

At the sight of Dokgo Ryong screaming with tears in his eyes, Ilmok swallowed a sigh.

‘Ha. Just guard the border, you crazy old man.’

They were so busy trying to manage their internal affairs that they had no time to invade foreign countries.

At least, for now.