Absolute Regression

Episode 304 What did you believe in and risk your life?

I walked around the garden with Cheongseon.

“As I said before, I believe that it was thanks to Lord Sogyo that I became a mazon.”

“Thank you for saying that, but it is because of your ability that Seobhon sat on the Majon’s seat.”

“Maybe that’s why. I got to visit Lord Sogyo like this today. “Because you are the one who believes in me like this.”

After arriving at a deserted place, I asked her.

“What’s going on?”

Cheongseon could not easily open his mouth. Even though he mustered up the courage to come to see him, he seemed speechless.

Is it because of martial arts?

Even though the leader of Pungcheon taught me, he is currently away, so there will be a lot of obstacles.

or not? if?

The name of a person related to her came to mind.

After hesitating for a while, she finally opened her mouth. I hoped it was the former, but her concern was the latter.

“There’s a guy I dated before I became a mazon. He is the Shoujong of the Northern Heavenly Sword Family.”

I already knew that the two were dating. In the past, I used that fact to make her go to the Pungcheon religious leader.

In his life before his return, Sawujong tried to kill Ilhwageomjon while under the influence of a spirit spell and ended up dying. After his death, it was revealed that he liked Ilhwa Geomzon as a woman, and the person who cast a spell on him at the time was never revealed. Of course, I now know that that person was Cheongseon.

“I announced my breakup with him after I took up the position of Majon. However, he couldn’t let go of his regrets and kept circling around me. After some time, I thought he would forget me and live a good life, but the other day he suddenly came to see me. “If you don’t meet me again, I will expose what happened while you were dating.”

Saujong is a pathetic bastard who has no intention of succeeding himself and only threatens under the pretext of exposure.

“It doesn’t matter because it happened before I became a mazon, right?”

That wasn’t the only threat.

“In the past, I stole his death fan at his request. “They’re threatening to expose that too.”

At that time, the Soul Mazon was regularly practicing the Heart and Soul method of extracting a person’s heart and absorbing their vitality.

The person who reported that fact was Saujong. Of course, I didn’t mean this with good intentions. Because the purpose was to keep me in check by using the Soul Mazon at the forefront.

A body sacrificed through the Great Soul Demonstration was discovered, and a fan of a disciple of the Subsoul Mazon was found along with the body. The person who stole it was Cheongseon, who had received a favor from Saujong.

Regardless of the intention, he was the one who prevented the evil deeds of the Seophonmazon due to the Saujong and was kept alive because he could not be killed just because he had attracted the Seophonmazon, but he reappeared like this.

“If that comes to light, my reputation will be tarnished.”

If she were a fully established Mazone, she wouldn’t have had to worry about this. However, since she was in the midst of taking control of the organization and growing, she took this matter seriously.

“To be honest…”

A ghost flowed from her eyes. She did not hide her flesh.

“I even considered getting rid of him.”

“Why didn’t you get rid of it?”

Although Saujong’s swordsmanship is not of average skill, that does not mean he can withstand the magic of her soul that has become a mazon. I could have lured him separately and killed him without him even knowing.

“There are two reasons. First of all, it was because I had this suspicion. This person is very suspicious and cautious about everything, so why would he make such a reckless threat to me? “If you continue like this, you could end up being murdered by me.”

This is definitely a puzzling part. The Saujong I saw was also a cautious person who did not reveal his true intentions in everything. When such a person suddenly commits a reckless act, there must be a reason.

“The second reason was because of something he said inadvertently. Everyone has weaknesses. Is there no such thing as Geomzon? I felt it the moment I heard those words. Ah, this person also has the weakness of Ilhwa Geomjon. He is someone who can do that because he has served Geomzon for a long time. At that time, I thought this was not my job to handle. “I thought I couldn’t just kill him. The person who came to mind at that time was Lord Xiao.”

He looked at her and smiled. I passed. While chatting with Gwonma a while ago, I thought that each Magon has his or her own uniqueness and meticulousness. This is exactly the point.

She must have known instinctively. Instead of arbitrarily handling it, you should let me know. Because both the first and second reasons she gave were warning me not to be swayed by momentary emotions.

Instinct would have told me again. This is how your relationship with me will become closer. Her instincts are working well.

“You made a really good decision. “I will handle the rest.”

Cheongseon’s stern expression relaxed. Considering the results I have seen so far, I will be able to sleep with my feet up from now on. Yes, you should receive a gift like that in return for making smart choices.

I said something to her before breaking up with her.

“You probably know that the mazons that the right faction and the four factions fear the most are the soul mazon and the poison king. “I hope that tradition of fear continues.”

Cheongseon bowed his head politely and left without saying a word. That pride will be the best motivation she has to work hard.

I parted ways with her and walked in the opposite direction.

Was it just a threat? Or does he really know Geomzon’s weakness? If you had any weaknesses, what would they be?

My heart suddenly became cold. Those who take advantage of someone’s weakness and try to achieve something by threatening them are the worst of all villains.

The place I headed that way was Bukcheon Geomga.

* * *

“Geomjon doesn’t meet anyone these days.”

The demon sword guarding the entrance to my door spoke carefully. As Hyeolcheon Doma said, he seemed to be focused only on martial arts training.

“Just tell them I’m here.”

“Yes, please wait a moment.”

Demon Sword hurriedly ran inside.

I stood there for a moment and saw Saujong walking through the training hall.

When he saw me, he bowed his head politely.

“The greeting was late. “I would like to thank you for becoming the head of a small church.”

“It’s been a long time, Sammuin.”

He looked the same as usual. Originally, it was his role to deal with people who visited Ilhwa Geomzone. But now he was pushed out from being the second-in-command and became an ordinary magic sword.

He greeted me again politely and walked on his way. Who knows? To think that he could treat people so casually and then threaten the soul mazon behind his back. Last time I just passed by, but this time will be different.

At that time, the magic sword that went to report to Ilhwageomjon returned.

“Please come in.”

To know how much effort someone is putting in, just look at how they are spending their spare time. People who really work hard never neglect the time we inadvertently spend.

Just as I practiced the Heavenly Demon Tiger Godgong whenever I had a chance to stick to my butt, the same was true for Ilhwa Geomzon.

She was swinging a sword in the front yard of her residence. After receiving the report from his subordinate, he was practicing swordsmanship because he felt it was a waste of the short time until I arrived.

The momentum with which she wielded the sword was clearly different from before.

‘Everyone is really getting stronger.’

But what really surprised me was not the martial arts achievement.

She had no makeup on her face. I heard it from Hyeolcheon Doma, but I never thought he would have such a bare face.

He really seemed like a different person. It doesn’t mean I was ugly because I didn’t wear makeup, but it just felt completely different.

Sensing my surprise, she looked slightly embarrassed.

“It’s my first time. “Showing others what you look like without makeup.”

I could tell.

She wasn’t showing her face without makeup right now.

She was now showing her will. I have changed. This is not the Geomzon who was only fascinated by the beauty of the past. See my will. My will to take off my makeup and look at you.

“I can’t believe I saw your bare face! It is an honour.”

As I admired him in a somewhat exasperated tone, Ilhwageomjon smiled faintly.

“What is glory? “It was shabby and old.”

“You are actually more beautiful.”

“Stop talking nonsense.”

“It’s not just a nice thing to say, it’s actually more beautiful. “It makes me wonder why you’ve been wearing so much makeup until now.”

When I said that, she asked vaguely.

“Are you serious?”

“Did no one tell you that?”

“Because I didn’t show it to anyone.”

It seems that for a very long time, I thought that makeup was definitely beautiful.

“It looks much more attractive now. Clean and elegant.”

“What about these wrinkles?”

“It’s as beautiful as the sword line created by my senior’s sword a little while ago.”

Geomzon smiled pleasantly.

“also! “You are the only person who makes me feel good.”

“I just told you the truth.”

No matter how much makeup and beauty she puts on, can she match the beauty of Ian or Jin Ha-ryeong? But at least compared to middle-aged women, Geomjon was overwhelmingly beautiful even without makeup. In that world, Geomjon was Ian and Jin Ha-ryeong.

“I’ve felt this for a long time, but you really never get tired. No matter how much you care about people, you’re bound to get tired. “How can you say something so pleasant?”

“It’s because I’m a flatterer.”

She shook her head and stared at me.

“Only people with high self-esteem can truly praise someone. “I envy your self-esteem.”

Judging by her appearance and aura, she seemed to have the highest self-esteem among the Magons. At times like this, your self-esteem is at an all-time low.

“I think becoming friends with the Amazons is the way for me to become stronger. I think every word I say is like swinging the sword once or twice. “Sometimes I train until my arms fall off, but it’s easy compared to that.”

“Isn’t dealing with people more difficult?”

“Aren’t you training too easily?”

“ah! “I guess my training intensity was weak.”

We looked at each other and laughed. That’s right, dealing with people is ten times more difficult.

“I have something to tell you, senior.”

“Do it.”

“Sau Zhong…”

A slight discomfort flashed across her face when his name was mentioned.

“It’s causing trouble.”

No matter how you deal with Saujong, you must report to her in advance. I didn’t tell her about her weaknesses, nor did I say that the Subsoulmazon was involved.

“Don’t ask for the details, just leave it to me.”

Ilhwa Geomzon nodded his head without saying a word.

In my mind, I thought about dealing with Saujong right away without telling Ilhwageomjon.

But that won’t work. Saujong was a mean person, but he was not stupid.

‘Saujong, what on earth did you believe in and risk your life for?’

* * *

“Three people, if you want flowers to bloom, wait until spring comes.”

Seo Dae-ryong sighed as he looked at the flower pot that was once the second-in-command and then became the third-in-command.

“No, spring will never come for us.”

He has been busy every day since becoming a footnote in the nether regions.

The desk was piled full of work. As a footnote, there was a lot of work to do and a lot of people to meet. I thought I would be able to change the world with my own hands if I became a netizen. Surprisingly, the world went on without change.

“ah! “I hate working so much.”

There are days like that, right? A day when I don’t want to work for no reason. It’s one of those days where you just keep looking out the window.

He banged his head on the desk.

The workload was similar even when the sword dance was a must and I was helping on the side. Even back then, I did almost everything myself.

However, when the task was given to him in earnest, the feeling and pressure were different. Even though it was the same task, it felt more difficult.

“I liked it when I was excommunicated with you.”

In particular, the moment I competed in the Soryong Tournament and won was truly unforgettable. That shout that came from off-stage! That glorious moment that Ian and Jangho are so proud of that they can no longer bring it up!

“ah! I want to go back! Back then!”

At that time, the door suddenly opened.

Seo Dae-ryong, who was lying face down on the desk, got up as quickly as a lightning bolt, straightened his back, and asked in a soft voice.

“What’s going on, coming in so quickly?”

Then a welcome voice is heard.

“If we go back then, who will change our school? Footnote.”

Seo Dae-ryong jumped up and shouted happily.

“Master Sujiao!”

Geommugeuk was standing in front of the door smiling.

“Is it difficult?”

Seo Dae-ryong said with a hint of tears in his eyes.

“it’s hard.”

This is the first time I’ve said the word ‘hard’ so comfortably. Who would have known that the target would be the most difficult person after Heavenly Demon?

“It was difficult, so I left it to you. Otherwise, I continued.”

“That’s too much!”

Seo Dae-ryong felt joy as he shouted for the first time in a long time. And I could tell. You really wanted to see a sword dance. Nether Footnotes is good, Blood Heavenly Demon’s Disciple is good, everything is good, but I still wanted to see the sword dance the most.

“If it’s that hard, let’s change jobs with me.”

“With Lord Xiao?”

“Now let me tell you what you’re going to do. I went to see Chwima, listened to his concerns, checked on his brother and Mabul, and met the poison king to dig up poisonous plants. I also have to play baduk with my father. “I stayed up all night practicing martial arts.”

I really wanted to see a sword dance show that made jokes like this regardless of one’s status.

“Suddenly my job seems too easy? I will hold on to my monthly salary until I die. “I have taken root.”

The sword dance performance did not end with a joke. He quietly looked into Seo Dae-ryong’s eyes and said.

“You’ve worked hard, my right arm.”

Seo Dae-ryong was moved to tears when he heard the word ‘right-hand man’ for the first time in a long time. He was so busy that he even forgot that he was the right hand man of the sword dance. Yes, just saying that you had a hard time was enough. There is someone who understands what you are going through. Can’t you suffer any more?

Yes, you need to know. If no one notices, even picking up trash on the street becomes difficult. Seo Dae-ryong was learning from his own experience how to treat his subordinates in the future.

“No matter how hard it is, my life must be someone else’s dream. You have to work hard. I will die! Spring has come with Sogyoju. “I will make a flower bloom in my heart!”

After shouting happily, Seo Dae-ryong asked.

“But what’s going on in Hwangcheon Pavilion?”

In the past, it was a sword dance that would have been said to be ‘Let’s do something with me’, but today it properly established Seo Dae-ryong’s authority.

Geommugeuk spoke with a more serious face than ever.

“I have a favor to ask of you. Let’s come out and catch a bad villain.”