Chronicles of the Lazy Sovereign Novel - Chapter 261

# 261: The Lazy One Receives Acclaim (1)

Baek Geomyeong was leisurely savoring his tea.

The aroma of the tea always calmed him. He preferred the gentle scent of tea brewed for a long time with lukewarm water.

Tea brewed with hot water has a stronger and denser aroma, but it’s also easy to tire of it. Baek Geomyeong preferred a milder, more refined tea.

That’s why, instead of strong teas like Longjing or Dayao, he preferred Seoljak tea with its gentle aroma.

When he sat in the pavilion with the cool breeze, he felt all his worries disappear.

“There’s a message.”

Of course, the world wouldn’t leave him in peace.

Baek Geomyeong’s tranquility was interrupted. But the messenger knew how much Baek Geomyeong didn’t want to be disturbed while enjoying tea.

Kongmu, who had served Baek Geomyeong for more than ten years, knew this.

“Is it urgent?”

Although he didn’t need to ask, Baek Geomyeong asked slowly. That was his way.

Slowly and carefully.

He processed things without errors, advancing step by step. Though it may seem slow, it wasn’t.

“The heir wants to know your opinion.”

“My brother?”

“Yes.”

Baek Geomyeong slowly lowered his teacup.

*Clink*.

The fact that his cup, which never made a sound, made a small noise, was proof of his unease.

“What did the heir ask?”

“First, he asked if what you said was possible.”

Baek Geomyeong spoke:

“My brother knows I don’t speak nonsense, so the fact that he asked that means he wants to ask something else. Am I wrong?”

“You’re not wrong.”

“Kongmu.”

“Yes, young master.”

Baek Geomyeong spoke:

“Since I’m in a good mood, ask me without hesitation. I appreciate your consideration, but I also don’t like things being drawn out.”

After a brief silence, Kongmu spoke:

“The heir asked if you could handle Wei Yanho.”

“Hmm…”

Baek Geomyeong fell silent upon hearing the name Wei Yanho.

Kongmu watched Baek Geomyeong. This question undoubtedly affected Baek Geomyeong’s pride. Especially since Baek Geomyeong was very proud.

But Baek Geomyeong shook his head without changing his expression.

“It’s impossible.”

“Young master.”

“Don’t look at me like that. Having courage is good, but it’s not the same as being reckless. It’s impossible for me to face Wei Yanho.”

Kongmu lowered his head, looking upset.

“What a man.”

Baek Geomyeong laughed at Kongmu’s reaction.

“Why are you upset? I’m just telling the truth.”

Kongmu couldn’t answer.

‘How did that guy appear?’

Kongmu was sure that Wei Sanho, the best future leader, could face Baek Geomyeong. But it was difficult to compare Wei Yanho and Baek Geomyeong.

How can you compare someone who defeated the Dark King with a future leader? He’s no longer a future leader. He’s a recognized expert worldwide.

“Tell him that even if I try my best, there are limits, and I can’t handle Wei Yanho.”

“Young master.”

“Don’t look at me like that. I’m not ashamed to admit that I can’t defeat someone I’ve already lost to. My pride was already shattered that day.”

“…….”

“And… hmm…”

Baek Geomyeong hesitated for a moment and then spoke:

“Just because I can’t do it now doesn’t mean I can’t do it in the future. I’ve already reached the heavens.”

Reached the heavens.

Kongmu’s eyes widened. The meaning of those words was enormous.

“Is it true?”

“I’m not sure. Maybe it’s just how I feel. I’ll know with more time.”

Baek Geomyeong’s voice was calm.

“Well, did my brother say anything else?”

“He said that if you said you couldn’t handle Wei Yanho, they would move the plan forward.”

“That has already happened.”

Baek Geomyeong picked up a cup of tea and slowly lowered it.

“My brother still treats me like a child. If he used me as a disposable piece, I would feel more at ease, but this consideration doesn’t please me.”

Everyone knew that this consideration wasn’t sincere. Now that the heir had an established position, he was trying to be tolerant.

“Tell him I’ll follow the new plan.”

“Yes. Take care.”

After Kongmu left, Baek Geomyeong drank his tea.

“Wei Yanho, Wei Yanho…”

After repeating the name several times, he smiled.

“He’s an incredible man.”

The fact that Wei Yanho could make someone like him, who believed he was unmatched, so humble, already said a lot.

Normally, he would lament the existence of someone so talented of the same age, but Baek Geomyeong didn’t. Being the best of this era means nothing. What’s important is how much one advances throughout history.

And…

“Maybe you’ll bring me good luck.”

Baek Geomyeong smiled gently. He and Wei Yanho had an unusual destiny. Only the heavens will know if that destiny will be good or bad.

Baek Geomyeong took his teacup again.

***

Wei Jeonghan lowered his head upon seeing Chung Yeon sitting in front of him.

He expected a severe reprimand. As a representative of the Righteous Martial Alliance, he had nothing to explain. Even if he did, it wouldn’t be easy for Mount Hua to criticize the Righteous Martial Alliance.

But as the father of Wei Yanho, he had no excuse, even if Chung Yeon insulted him.

If the Wei family had organized the tournament and Wei Yanho, a member of Mount Hua, had participated, Wei Jeonghan would have gone to set Mount Hua on fire.

Wei Jeonghan raised his gaze and realized that Chung Yeon’s expression wasn’t that bad.

“So, is it okay if we continue the tournament tomorrow?”

“Do whatever you want.”

“Will there be many variables if those who were going to fight fight again?”

“Isn’t that the luck of that kid?”

Although he said there were variables, there weren’t. It was a consideration, since his son had defeated Tang Cheongun yesterday, and his brother was going to fight Cheoljohwi.

“Then, we’ll continue the tournament tomorrow. And while I’m sorry for Wei Sanho, the final will be held the following day because the tournament has been extended. Is that okay?”

“Of course.”

Wei Jeonghan nodded firmly.

Now, even if Chung Yeon tried to kill him, he couldn’t resist, he could only escape. How could he object?

“Thank you for understanding.”

“I should be thanking you. Hehe.”

Chung Yeon grabbed his thigh upon seeing Wei Jeonghan smile.

‘I mustn’t get angry.’

Chung Yeon was smart and calculating. He couldn’t ignore that the martial world had begun to change since Wei Yanho defeated the Dark King.

Being called the future best warrior sounds nice, but it can also be a way of belittling someone with potential.

But Wei Yanho, by playing with the Dark King, had transcended the title of future leader and had become an expert capable of competing for the title of the best warrior in the world.

The difference is clear.

Mount Hua, with the Sword Saint of Plum Blossom, has nothing to fear. But now, the Wei family, which wasn’t even comparable yesterday, is a worthy rival.

‘I want to hit him!’

Strangely, people who had experienced Wei Yanho tended to focus their anger on Wei Jeonghan. This was especially true for those older than Wei Jeonghan.

After all, the Master of Divine Abilities, Jo Hyeon, had attacked Wei Jeonghan.

‘I must maintain a good relationship with him. For Mount Hua!’

Chung Yeon forced a smile. It was a forced smile.

“Okay, I understand.”

“Leader, I have a question…”

“What?”

Wei Jeonghan scratched his head.

“The… how is the Dark King?”

Wei Jeonghan asked carefully. He had seen the Dark King defeated by Wei Yanho, but he hadn’t heard anything since then.

Although Wei Jeonghan was known for his frankness, he couldn’t go to the Tang family to ask that.

“You mean Tang Cheongun?”

“……Yes.”

Chung Yeon licked his lips and said:

“They say he hasn’t regained consciousness yet.”

“Not yet?”

“After receiving that beating, it’s good that he doesn’t have any aftereffects.”

“…Right.”

Wei Jeonghan could still hear the sound of Wei Yanho’s sword hitting Tang Cheongun. If someone had received that beating and was fine, it would be stranger.

“You’ll have problems.”

“Yes, I know.”

The relationship between the Tang family and the Wei family had already broken. The Dark King, the most powerful expert of the Tang family, had been defeated by Wei Yanho in front of so many people, so the Tang family would consider him their mortal enemy.

“It’s inevitable.”

“That’s what happens when you have an overly talented son.”

“He’s talented, but…”

Wei Jeonghan sighed.

If he had to choose, he would prefer a son with a good personality to one with great strength.

Wei Jeonghan only felt proud of Wei Yanho’s strength at first, but now, just dealing with him causes him problems.

“Shouldn’t you be watching your son?”

“Huh?”

Chung Yeon shook his head upon seeing Wei Jeonghan look at him with confusion.

‘This guy doesn’t know how to raise his kids.’

If he had any common sense, he would know what Wei Yanho was going through. It’s not time to waste time here.

Probably, Wei Yanho…

Chung Yeon looked towards the building where Wei Yanho was.