Chapter 36: Lion Dance (4)

Chapter 36: Lion Dance (4)

In Hyesa was a small temple near Mt. Myung Hwal.

Since there were just a few monks there, they were quickly able to find the young monk, and his given name was Do Cheol.

Do Cheol was a monster in a legend, so maybe it was meant to be his name. In addition, his chubby cheeks and big body made people think of that monster whenever they saw him.

However, he had a different personality from his appearance.

Uh? Do Jeong was murdered?

Upon hearing the news of his old friend, the monk was so shocked that he dropped his rosary beads.

His eyes, which looked as innocent as a cow, were watery, and he hurriedly picked up the rosary.

Amitabha. Amitabha. It seems like just yesterday we were studying Buddhism together, and Do In died of illness, and now Do Jeong suffered a terrible fate. What kind of a heinous person did that?

A Hwarang.

Seol Youngs response was met with silence.

!

The monks face turned blue, and his hand holding the rosary became weak.

So we came to the right place.

Zahas eyes shone at his reaction.

Did the monk see it too? The Hwarang in jade clothes?

J-Jade!

Do Cheol nearly screamed, and Seol Young was ready to catch the rosary, which seemed to fall at any moment.

But this time, the monk stood tall, and he felt lost hearing the word jade.

The heart is a lot more delicate than a glass marble.

Zaha evaluated, and Seol Young agreed with him.

Amitabha Amitabha

After chanting the Buddha chant, Do Cheol finally spoke.

I had a dream three days ago. Usually, I dont dream, but on that day, for some reason, I saw a Hwarang. He was standing under an old tree, staring at me. I thought it was strange, but then I soon forgot about it.

This gave them a glimpse of how simply this man lived.

But on the next evening, a Hwarang was standing right behind the people who came to pay their respects, and as expected, he was staring at me with an expressionless face, and the next evening, you know what happened?

Did the distance get closer?

How did you know? It was yesterday. As soon as I opened my eyes, I looked around and checked. I was so relieved that I couldnt see the Hwarang, so I forgot about it.

Do Cheol quenched his thirst with some tea and continued.

But when I woke up after the evening service, there were some distinct footprints on the floor bed. It meant that someone stood there and watched me for a long time. The moment I realized it, I screamed out, running

Did you see the face of the Hwarang?

Right! He was right behind me, and I almost fainted. I made up my mind that even if I were scolded for acting out despite being a monk, I would speak to the head monk. But today, nothing had happened until now, so I thought that if I saw something

Do Cheols face was filled with fear again.

That Hwarang killed Do Jeong! And then he came to see me! Why? What resentment does he have?

I dont know.

Seol Young shook his head.

That ghost is Sa Daham, a very famous Hwarang who died a long time ago. There must be a story behind it, but there are so many legends regarding him that we cannot guess what this is about.

He looked at the monk and asked,

I heard that an old man took in the three of you as monks, so what did you hear from him?

I dont know.

Do Cheol was a bit taken aback.

For me to be the last one left, I am the stupidest of the three. I even forgot almost everything I was taught as a child. I will try to think hard about

I cannot believe my own mind was what his expression said.

Anyway, you need to be alert from now on, monk.

Seol Young decided that it was critical to make him cautious.

Your life is at stake now, monk.

Zaha said.

The first time was a dream, the second time was in reality, and the third time he appeared behind your back, and at this rate, doesnt it mean he is coming to kill you?

Seol Young nodded without saying anything.

He didnt show any expression in front of Do Cheol, but his heart sank as he listened to the story. If they hadnt rushed here, the monk would have been in big trouble.

So its tonight, right?

Zaha frowned.

It is starting.

His golden eyes felt strange to look atlike those of an animal that had been messing around for far too long and had decided to hunt for real.

He is more daunting than the Hwarang spirit.

What should this be phrased as?

Should it be called avoiding the wolf only to know a tiger is waiting?

Seol Young thought for a moment as he opened his mouth.

I have something to say, so listen to

Zahas expression seemed to say, huh? Then, Seol Young looked up.

That I should go? Right from the start, I had to endure the boredom of following you around! I would even speak of your efforts to the Governor so that there would be no hurdles in your work! You man, do you have any conscience?!

Who told you to go?

Seol Young hated him for that.

You dont really go because you are told to go, right? No matter how much I say that I will not give up my spiritual energy, you will not listen. Why bother talking about it?

Then what is it about?

The monk.

Seol Young immediately raised his spiritual power to the maximum, and his blue sword burned brightly.

At the same time, someone strode into the room.

A Hwarang in a jade-colored robe.

The evil aura rising from his body was too thick and vivid.

He could see that everything around him was turning black. It was as if this man had committed a terrible massacre.

How did Sa Daham turn into such an evil spirit?

Seol Young tried to look back on what he could remember about the man.

But everything was dark. It was as if the man was blocking anything regarding him from coming out.

It was the same as when he handled the painting. The strong tenacity of the spirits.

Sa Dahams eyes flashed and turned to Do Cheol.

He didnt even look around. It was like he could spot the monk, and Seol Young swung his sword.

Pat.

Seol Youngs talisman technique activated when Sa Daham walked past them, and Seol Young accurately hit Sa Dahams body.

But what is this?

The sharp blade from the center of the talismans he swung was bright, but Sa Daham simply pushed it back and countered it.

It cannot be!

It was fast

Chachacha

.and three to four of the talismans were knocked down.

Sa Dahams sword was moving so fast that even Seol Youngs Blue Rainbow couldnt handle it. The blade almost touched his neck.

Was this possible?

Seol Young couldnt believe it, despite seeing it with his own eyes.

How could he get pierced like this?

At that moment

Ack!

Do Cheol made sure to run, and with his huge buddy, he hid behind Zaha.

What? You said I should hide behind you if I were in danger!

The room was already a mess.

Sa Daham was only interested in Do Cheol. He pushed Seol Young back and immediately swung his sword. As if Zaha didnt even matter, he was ready to cut through Zaha and get Do Cheol.

Do you not see the people here?

Zaha looked angry. After blocking the sword, a doubt crossed his eyes.

?

Sa Daham wasnt a Sword Spirit but a Sword God.

All of his attacks were swift and constantly changing, making them impossible to predict. Zaha was also only able to block them from time to time.

Ack!

Do Cheol screamed.

He had to move because Zaha and the spirit were constantly moving, and now Sa Dahams sword was pointed at him.

I am going to die from this!

Zaha quickly pulled back his sword and managed to evade the attack, so his robe was cut instead. The hem of his robe fluttered.

For a moment, Seol Young had an idea.

Monk! Come here!

Pulling him beside him, he cut the other talismans.

Sa Daham was focused on Do Cheol alone. As the circle activated, his range of concentration was shaken.

It was very short, but it was enough to cast the right trick.

Seol Young began to recite a mantra while protecting Do Cheol.

heed the call!

At that moment, Sa Dahams sword pierced the end of the circle.

A gigantic being with great power appeared. Its entire body was made of muscles, and it held a sword with both hands.

Seol Young didnt miss the chance and pushed Sa Daham with all his might toward the exact center of the circle.

Bang!

The two talismans exploded. In an instant, his vision turned white.

Everything would finally end.

Seol Young was sure.

He clearly saw the spirits black form getting caught up in the middle of the circle.

But.

Before the flash faded, a shadow went out of the circle.

Nonsense!

Seol Young was shocked.

Sa Dahams body was engulfed in white fire. It meant that the circle worked fine.

But he was able to get out of the circle. He managed to get his spiritual body out of it before being caught in the explosion.

This meant

His movement is a lot faster than when the spell activated?

In the blink of an eye, Sa Dahams sword moved toward Do Cheols head.

Kuaaak!

Do Cheol screamed and covered his head.