Chronicles of the Lazy Sovereign Novel - Chapter 132

**Chapter 132: The Holgazan meets again (2)**

Sangwan Hong, the eldest son of the Sangwan family, currently held the position of deputy head of the family.

Just because he was the deputy head of such a famous family as the Sangwan family meant that few people would dare to despise him, but Sangwan Hong was not a brat who trusted in the power of his family.

He was best known as the “Sword Dragon”, the most promising leader of the officers of the Crouching Dragon Academy, rather than the deputy chief of the Sangwan family.

In other words, Sangwan Hong was currently the most promising officer.

However, no matter how promising it was, it still had to show respect for the standing figure in front of him.

‘Gong Mujin, the Plum Blossom Sword Spirit.’

A swordsman who is said to be the pride of Hua Mount, known as the best in using the sword.

He is considered to have outstanding talent among the many plum flower swordsmen.

As much as Sangwan Hong held outstanding skills among the officers, under the name Gong Mujin, it could only look like a firefly before the full moon.

“It’s a great honor to meet a senior like you on this side of the road. I think I’m very lucky.”

“Hahaha, meeting a promising junior is also a pleasure for me. It’s a journey full of joy.”

While they exchanged compliments, Sangwan Hong’s gaze was fixed on the carriage.

The carriage was driven by a beautiful woman from the Beoyang family.

On the roof was Gong Mujin. So who else would be inside the carriage?

‘Could Hua Mount’s leader be traveling in that carriage?’

That wasn’t likely.

Hua Mount is a sect of warriors. Even the leader would not travel comfortably in a carriage. However, thinking logically, he could not be another person worthy of being there.

‘He’s not an older person.’

If the person were of a higher rank than Gong Mujin or older, he would not have been seated on the roof of the carriage. Therefore, he should be someone of a similar or lesser rank than Gong Mujin.

How many people in the martial world would meet those requirements?

“You’re not going to introduce us to your friends behind?”

Sangwan Hong suddenly felt guilty and lowered his head.

‘This is a great oversight.’

Regardless of who was in the carriage, it was an undeniable fact that Gong Mujin could not treat that person with contempt. But by distracting himself, he had violated courtesy.

“My apologies. These friends are from the Crouching Dragon Academy, like me.”

“I am Gwon Ryong.”

“I am Do Ryong.”

Then, two other women, known as Geombong and Mubong, showed up.

“Haha, Sheolhwa, Sheolhwa.”

“Yes, master.”

“Come here. It would be good if you greet someone your age and have an exchange.”

“Yes.”

I Seolhwa quickly came down from the coachman’s seat and ran.

“This child is I Sheolhwa, my disciple.”

Gwon Ryong’s eyes lit up.

Gong Mujin, the Plum Blossom Sword Spirit, was known for being extremely arrogant. His disciples were also considered the best talents in the world.

‘Then this girl must also be a talented swordsman.’

She was very beautiful… adorable and cute, but if she was a disciple of Plum Blossom Sword Spirit, she must have extraordinary abilities that would not be seen in the naked eye.

He was really adorable.

“It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m Gwon Ryong of the Sword Dragon.”

“Yes, it is a pleasure.”

Gwon Ryong’s eyebrows moved.

Although she said it was a pleasure, I Sheolhwa did not seem happy at all. Rather, her expression clearly showed that she wanted to get out of there quickly.

That fact hurt Sangwan Hong’s pride.

‘This is the first time I have received such a reaction from Mubong.’

Mubong, who was standing behind him, was famous for not being interested in anything but martial arts. Moreover, Mubong was too young to meet a man.

But apart from Mubong, there was no woman who looked at him that way until now. His appearance, background and skill were impeccable.

It was undeniable that Sangwan Hong was a flawless person.

“It is a great honor to meet a disciple of the great Gong Mujin, known all over the world. I think it would be a great honor if you would allow me to see the arts of Mount Hua.”

He made a formal request for a fight.

‘You don’t seem to know anything about me.’

Although Mount Hua is known for being Taoist, in the sects of warriors, there is often a lack of knowledge about reality.

Therefore, he had to prove his ability.

“A fight is a good thing, but since I have suffered recently and I am not in my best condition, I prefer to leave it for the next time.”

I Seolhwa politely interrupted Sangwan Hong’s application.

“What happened to you?”

“I ran into a demon.”

“Oh! Something bad almost happened to you! And what happened to that demon?”

I Seolhwa turned around without responding.

“…Hmm?”

Sangwan Hong’s gaze turned to where I Sheolhwa looked. “There, he saw…

“…….”

What’s that?

Is he a person?

Sangwan Hong’s body trembled. “In his vision, there was a person with a head that seemed to have grown twice its original size, like a bun.

‘How can a person look like this?’

Few people could remain like this after being beaten. Even more surprising was that that person was still alive despite being in that state.

How is it possible that someone has been beaten to that point and is still breathing?

“……what crime did you commit?”

When I Sheolhwa hesitated to respond, Gong Mujin responded instead. It was a crime that was probably embarrassing for a woman.

“He is a depraved one.”

“I see.”

Sangwan Hong nodded. “If he was a depraved, it was understandable that he would have ended up like this.”

“So, are you taking that depraved to the Righteous Martial Alliance?”

“Hmm, in a way, yes.”

Gong Mujin did not provide much detail.

“It’s a pleasure to meet a talent on this path, but it doesn’t seem like a good time to talk. Did you say you were looking for a nearby village?”

“Yes.”

“Hmm, I don’t know this way well.”

Seeing Gong Mujin’s expression of difficulty, Seomun Dayeon nodded and responded instead.

“If you follow the straight path, you will find a village and an inn about thirty li from here. You have not strayed, so just keep going.”

“Thank you.”

Sangwan Hong bowed to Seomun Dayeon.

“Hahaha.”

Gong Mujin felt good.

It was nice to meet a promising young man who understood courtesy and respected his elders. Although that would be normal, he had been living with people who were not so reasonable, so that simple action generated sympathy for Sangwan Hong.

“If you’re not in a hurry, I’d like to join you and chat a bit, but as you’re going to Na Mountain, it may be difficult to join you. It’s a shame.”

“I too am looking forward to asking for advice, senior.”

Sangwan Hong showed a genuinely disappointed expression.

It wasn’t a mere formality.

Meeting a swordsman like Gong Mujin is not something that is often present. Also, winning the sympathy of such a swordsman is even more difficult.

However, it was evident that a man known for his arrogance showed clear sympathy for him. Losing this opportunity would be very unfortunate.

“Hmm, I see.”

Gong Mujin looked up into the sky and then said to Seomun Dayeon:

“Is there an inn ahead?”

“Yes, senior. If you go ahead, you will find an inn about thirty li. In fact, I plan to stay there tonight.”

“Hmm, what do you think? Although it would be hurried to go to Na Mountain, the sun will set soon, so today you could stay at the same inn as us.”

Sangwan Hong lit up.

The comrades in the back also nodded with their heads. “It also seemed that they did not want to lose the connection with Gong Mujin.

“As the great Gong Mujin invites us, how could we reject it?”

“Hahaha, will you really accept?”

Gong Mujin smiled sincerely.

Meanwhile, his eyes turned to I Sheolhwa with a glance.

‘It’s an opportunity.’

Gong Mujin’s intention was different.

Although he felt good to meet his young and educated juniors, he was not a man who let himself be carried away by those emotions to the point of wanting to travel with them.

However, the reason I wanted to go with them was to show I Sheolhwa what a true human being is.

The five Dragons and Phoenix were the best warriors in the generation of I Seolhwa. If they spent a day together, I Seolhwa’s eyes would also open.

‘I will never give my disciple to a guy like that.’

Was he really going to give his disciple to someone like that?

The mere idea of I Seolhwa joining Wei Yanho and having a son gave him chills.

Gong Mujin squeezed his teeth.

“…Senior?”

“Yes?”

“Anyway, if you invite me, I can’t refuse it.”

Gong Mujin smiled.

“Then, come on!”

When the carriage was set in motion, Gong Mujin climbed back to the roof of the carriage, and the five Dragons and Phoenix walked next door. Seomun Dayeon adjusted the speed of the carriage to coincide with his steps as he began to speak.

“How is the great master Jin?”

“It’s still in full shape. In fact, it’s fun tormenting apprentices.”

“Keep it up! But the great master Jin has always been very protective of the talented. With the Dragons and Phoenix, it is possible that the great master Jin is particularly excited.”

Sangwan Hong nodded.

“It’s true.”

“If the great master Jin has sent support, he is probably excited. We must consider that those who have talent like you should be well cared for.”

Sangwan Hong showed an expression of sadness.

“Unfortunately, it is said that we are not good enough compared to the previous ones.”

“Don’t you feel disappointed?”

“Normally one should be disappointed, but the reality is this.”

Seomun Dayeon smiled. “He seemed to understand the anguish of Sangwan Hong.

“There is nothing to be disappointed with. We, who are from the same group, have also heard similar words.”

“That’s true.”

“If you have to blame someone, it’s not the great master Jin, but that person. That guy is too arrogant to be a junior.”

Sangwan Hong nodded.

The one who had been the best graduate of the Crouching Dragon Academy in history, and who was said to be the best of officers, was Sangwan Hong.

But, by his condition, he was inevitably compared to the great Wei Sanho.

The legacy left by Wei Sanho at the Crouching Dragon Academy was overwhelming.

It could not be said that Wei Sanho was not the best among the graduates of the Crouching Dragon Academy, but if only the graduation results were compared, there was no doubt that he was the best of all time.

“It’s a comparison that needs to be made. And…”

Sangwan Hong’s eyes shone.

“Now, while I recognize that I’m not that good, I will definitely get over it.”

“Haha.”

At that moment, a soft laugh came out of the carriage.