Return of Mount Hua Sect - Chapter 214
“What? You want me to wear this?”
“That’s right.”
Baek Chun took a quick glance at the clothes in front of him.
“It’s, uh… merchant’s clothes.”
“Yes, this is what merchant group people wear.”
“But do we have to do this?”
“Aigoo, warrior nim. We are going to Yunnan now. If you go into Yunnan wearing such clothes, there will be a commotion. We can enter quietly without any problems if you look like our party.”
“Oh, I see.”
Baek Chun averted his gaze.
First and foremost, in order to persuade Chung Myung……
“Why?”
“…….”
Chung Myung, who had already changed almost all of his clothes, made Baek Chun flinch.
“Are you wearing it?”
“Yeah. Why?”
“No… .. I thought you wouldn’t change.”
Their uniforms were emblazoned with plum blossoms, which represented Mount Hua.
He has no respect for humans, but his respect for Mount Hua is undeniable, so Baek Chun reasoned that they might have to force him.
“Why?”
“No, the clothes…….”
“This?”
Chung Myung crammed Mount Hua into his luggage.
“Clothes are clothes.”
“…….”
“You should change yours too, Sasuk. Let’s hurry up and go to Yunnan.”
“……Yeah.”
Back Chun picked up the clothes, calming his irritable insides.
After everyone had changed their clothes, the Mount Hua disciples gathered in one spot and smiled at each other.
It was strange to see each other dressed as merchants after seeing them in uniforms every day.
“It is almost natural for Jo Gol.”
“Ugh, it’s perfect because he’s from such a background.”
“No, don’t make fun of me, Sasuk!”
Jo Gol had his face painted red.
Gwak Haengsu of the Peace Merchant Association approached them at that time with a new request.
“As you know, Yunnan is a dangerous place. Originally, no one else should be accompanied by the permitted group.”
“Yes, Haengsu nim.” (Haengsu is pronounced.)
“So, I earnestly ask you not to do anything that could reveal your identity. Once again, please! I beg you.”
Gwak Haengsu repeatedly inquired, and Baek Chun, who was intrigued, inquired.
“It seems that Yunnan is under strict control.”
“There are certainly people who rule Yunnan, but it’s only in name. Yunnan cannot avoid the influence of Namman Yasugung Family. It is also Namman Yasugung Family that controls the entry of Jungwon people into Yunnan. The tyranny is even more severe because the influence of the government barely exists.”
“Why would the government leave such a thing alone?”
“Yunnan is a barren land. Even if you conquer against them, there is nothing to gain. So the government doesn’t have any regrets about recovering it. As a result, only merchants who trade tea in Yunnan are suffering.”
“Well.”
If he didn’t need Jamockha, Baek Chun would not have come to Yunnan for the rest of his life. (Pillar of Chaos Origin)
“So, I ask you once again. If this goes wrong, we will never be able to set foot in Yunnan again. Then there’s only one way to go down.”
“Don’t worry. We also had our own…….”
Unconsciously, Baek Chun returned his gaze to Chung Myung.
“……We will try our best not to make a scene.”
Trying. Effort.
But it’s not his decision.
“I beg of you.”
Gwak Haengsu made the request before returning to his seat.
It was Baek Chun who listened to Gwak Haengu and confirmed Yunnan’s absolute Namman Yasugung.
“I think it’s more than the influence of the Tang Family in Sichuan.”
“Isn’t that the case? There are some sects in Sichuan that can keep the Tang Family in check, but there is no famous sects in Yunnan.”
Yoon Jong’s words made Baek Chun tilt his head.
“Hmm? But isn’t there Geomchang Sect in Yunnan?”
“……Uh… it is, but….”
When Yoon Jon1 paused, Chung Myung, who was listening in on their conversation, responded as if it were insignificant.
“Geomchang is a sect who is not interested in such things at all.”
“What do you mean?”
“Literally. Geomchang is a place where they are not interested in matters such as increasing power or influence. It’s just a place where they gather in the deep mountains to learn Tao and martial arts.”
“We do, don’t we?”
“Eii. Compared to Geomchang and Kunlun, Mount Hua or Wudang is not even a Taoist. Only the pattern is Taoist.”
“…….”
No, that crazy guy is making a mess of himself.
“Isn’t Taoist are just Taoist. .”
“No, I’m telling you. Geomchang or Kunlun don’t really care what kind of reviews they get in the world.”
“…….”
“Even if they were kicked out of Ten Great Sect, they wouldn’t change a bit.”
“Does that make any sense?”
“Think about it. If you were even a little bit interested in that kind of thing, would you have established a sect in distant Qinghai or Yunnan? Even Sichuan are treated like a countryside, but in Yunnan, what can you do?”
“Well, that makes sense.”
Baek Chun nodded, as if he understood.
“For the point views of same Taoist, it is a respectable sect. Because they don’t really care about the world’s reputation. From Geomchang’s point of view, they won’t care what Namman Yasugung does outside.”
“It is indeed great.”
Shaking his head, Baek Chun
It’s fantastic, but he wasn’t sure he could ask him to live like that.
“So don’t worry about Geomchang. The important thing is Namman Yasugung.”
“……how do you know such a thing so well?”
“I was born a beggar. I grew up hearing all sorts of rumors.”
Chung Myung, who responded casually, quickly changed the subject before saying anything else.
“Let’s not cause any trouble because we’ve been delayed a lot in Sichuan. It’s important to go to Yunnan as soon as possible, so let’s cooperate with the merchant group.”
Without realizing it, Baek Chun opened his mouth wide.
Who is now lecturing whom?
“You took all the time! If only you had moved faster, we’d have left a few days ago!”
“You’re so petty! What happened in the past is already in the past!”
“Ugh!”
Baek Chun sighed helplessly, his blood pressure reaching the back of his neck.
“Anyway, I got it. First of all, let’s cooperate as much as we can and quietly go to Yunnan.”
It remains to be seen if the words will be remembered.
The disciples of Mount Hua followed the merchant group as they walked around the loading wagons.
When they arrived in Sichuan, they constantly changed the horse and carriage, so it was incomparably slow. They couldn’t help but be frustrated as a result of this.
But there is no other option.
Because those who leave the mountain cannot take multiple horses with them, they were forced to move due to the horse’s physical strength.
“Well, how long will we arrive in Yunnan?”
Chung Myung exhaled a deep sigh.
This is his first trip to Yunnan in person. He was suffocated and nearly cramped.
“I think we can get there faster if the roads are well paved.”
Baek Chun frowned at the strewn-about road.
The road became rougher as they got further away from Sichuan and closer to Yunnan.
The road can only be kept in good condition if it is managed consistently. If the wagon is not managed properly, the road will be dug, the stones will be exposed, and the situation will be disastrous.
Normally, the government manages these roads, but Yunnan appears to be a place where the government has no influence, so no management was done.
While listening to their conversation, Gwak Haengsu held a grumble.
“We are still in the Sichuan region.”
“Oh, really?”
“Yes, but since this is the way to Yunnan, the government does not feel the need for maintenance.”
“That means the road will get worse and worse.”
“Yes, and that’s not the only problem. As we get closer to the boundary between Sichuan and Yunnan, bandits and barbarians are rampant. It’s a life-threatening journey.”
Gwak Haengsu groaned.
“Even the government officials and Sect in Jungwon are reluctant to clash with Namman Yasugung Clan, so they are not sending any fighters there. Therefore, the border between Yunnan and Sichuan is like a lawless area.”
“Ah, then…….”
Baek Chun turned to face the guards who were escorting the merchant group.
Because of the limited number of people, there must be a shortage of people, but he wondered why they brought so many guards; they appeared to be preparing for the bandits.
“We’re already at the border, so we all have to be careful. If you find any suspicious people, please let us know immediately.”
“I will.”
“I’m doing my best to speed up, so I’d appreciate it if you could bear with me even if it’s frustrating.”
“Oh, no, Haengsu nim. I’m sorry to have caused you trouble, but there is no need to overdo it because of us.”
Baek Chun lowered his head in the direction of Gwak Haengsu.
But it didn’t take long for that relaxed expression to fade.
“It’s late…”
“…….”
“It’s late. It’s late! This is too late!”
“……why are you upset again?”
Chung Myung’s cheeks puffed up.
“When will we get to Yunnan like this?”
“It can’t be helped. Since horses are pulling wagons, the speed is inevitably slow. There is no other horse to change, and people can’t pull it, right?”
“But it’s too slow! If we go to Yunnan like this, not only the season will change, but the year will also change! We’ll have to pray for the Sect Leader to be alive on the way back!”
“Hey, you f*cking bastard! That’s not what you should say!”
“It’s frustrating. It’s frustrating!”
Chung Myung creased his brow.
“Why don’t we lead them instead?”
“…First, aside from the fact that people pull a wagon and stand out. Then everyone in Yunnan will know that we are the ones who have mastered martial arts. How are you going to handle that?”
“Ugh…”
Chung Myung shook his head.
‘But it moves too slowly.’
He had been somewhat prepared since joining the group, but it was twice as slow as he had anticipated. It will be a disappointment if it does not arrive within a month of this.
‘I’ve got to do something.’
Chung Myung sighed and averted his gaze.
“But what kind of camp preparations take so long?”
It’s been long since they stopped advancing and began preparing for camping, but the merchant group is still very active.
“Jo Gol Sahyung. Does it take this long to get ready for camping?”
“It usually doesn’t take this long…….”
Jo Gol shook his head.
“Still, there are not enough merchants to arrange the escorts, but it seems that the merchant has decreased even more as we secretly sneaked in.”
“Huh?”
Chung Myung made a clicking motion with his tongue.
“Then it’s taking a long time because we’re short-handed?”
“I guess so.”
“Well, if you’d asked me for help earlier, I’d have done it sooner! Why aren’t you telling me? It’s embarrassing.”
Chung Myung leaped from his seat.
“It must have been hard to persuade us because we are guests of Tang Gaju.”
“It’s better to help quickly at that time, sleep quickly, and leave early!”
“Our position is, however…….”
Baek Chun is a man of his word.
‘Certainly, this guy is amusing as a result of this.’
Although it is only a joking nickname in Mount Hua, the name “Mount Hua Divine Dragon” is now resonating throughout the Jungwon. Nobody remembers the phrase “World’s best rising star.”
Then it’s natural to raise one’s nose, but Chung Myung was the same as he was before he had a reputation……
‘It’s a complete disaster.’
‘Ah. Isn’t this great? ‘
“What are you doing? Help me. Those men need to rest so they can leave a little early tomorrow.”
“Yes, that’s right.”
It was at this point that Baek Chun stood up and smiled.
“Huh?”
“What?”
“What is it?”
The disciples of Mount Hua focused their attention in one direction at a time.
In the dim light, they could see the bushes swaying.
Soon.
“Hehehehe.”
“Hahahaha!”
Dozens of unidentified men emerged from the bushes, laughing loudly and insidiously.
“Who are these guys!”
The guards accompanying the merchant drew their weapons in unison and surrounded the unidentified men.
“Heh heh heh. I’m so lucky for you to camp here. You didn’t know this was our, Tiger Barricade Stronghold front yard?”
“If you leave things behind, I’ll spare your life.”
“Or you can leave your life behind!”
When the bandits appeared, the disciples of Mount Hua opened their mouths in unison.
A groaning voice escapes.
“It’s a bandit, isn’t it?”
“It’s a bandit.”
“No, since this is a field, so shouldn’t them barbarian?”
“Anyway, they are a robber.”
“Yes, they are.”
What the hell is this?
What exactly do you mean by robbery?
Baek Chun cracked a smile.
“I’ve been robbed in all my life.”
“Do you want me to handle it?”
It was at this point that Jo Gol took a step forward.
“Ei, you don’t have to.”
A disapproving voice can be heard from behind. A voice that appears to be so good that they are at a loss for words.
The disciples of Mount Hua returned their gaze, unable to conceal their unease.
Chung Myung appeared, smiling like a Buddha.
“They’re not bandits. They look completely different to me.”
“……what do they look like?”
“Not a bandits, but a horse.”
“……horse?”
“Yes.”
Chung Myung laughed as he opened his mouth.
“These are powerful horses that will take us to Yunnan. Oh, we’re so lucky.”
“…….”
“What are you doing? Catch them before they run away!”
“…….”
Baek Chun’s nose turned cold as he felt sorry for the bandits who appeared to rob them.