Chapter 411: The Sluggard Confronts (1)

The elders of the Tang Family were surprised to see who entered the room.

It was somewhat predictable.

Tang Yongmin’s only option was to ask the Jegal Family for help. Considering the current situation and Tang Yongmin’s words, it was obvious that someone from the Jegal Family would come to help them.

That was a normal prediction.

But the person who entered exceeded their expectations.

The person who entered was from the Jegal Family, but…

«The young master?»

Tang Pyeong murmured in surprise.

It was Jegal Munin, the young master of the Jegal Family.

‘The young master came personally.’

Tang Pyeong was shocked.

The young master is like a crown prince, someone who will inherit the clan. He is the second most important person after the leader. Especially in the Jegal Family, which values legitimacy, the young master’s position is powerful.

And he came to help the Tang Family of Sichuan.

«Jegal Munin of the Jegal Family greets you.»

When Jegal Munin bowed respectfully, Tang Pyeong composed himself:

«It has been a long journey. We are grateful that the young master has come personally.»

Jegal Munin smiled:

«I am honored to receive this warm welcome. Please, feel free to speak. I am just a youth. I do not deserve the hospitality of the famous Tang Family of Sichuan.»

Tang Pyeong laughed:

«If the young master of the Jegal Family does not deserve a warm welcome, who does? As courtesy demands reciprocity, young master, you should stop being so humble.»

Jegal Munin smiled:

«This way.»

Tang Yongmin got up and guided Jegal Munin to his seat.

Everyone looked at Jegal Munin.

«I would like to start with some kind words, but we do not have time.»

«Of course.»

Tang Yongmin cleared his throat several times and started to speak:

«We asked the Jegal Family for help, but we did not expect the young master to come personally. Thank you for your help.»

«It would have been better if the elders had come, but I am honored to receive this warm welcome.»

«It might be a silly question, but may I ask why you came personally?»

Jegal Munin smiled at Tang Yongmin’s question.

It was quite an inappropriate question. But Jegal Munin did not like beating around the bush. Time is limited, and efficiency is determined by the amount of work that can be done in that time.

«It is something related to the Righteous Martial Alliance. It is not something that can be taken lightly.»

«As I thought.»

«Also, I heard that those who came from the Righteous Martial Alliance are from the Wei Family of Guangdong.»

«Hmm.»

Tang Yongmin murmured and nodded. Jegal Munin smiled at his reaction:

«Guangdong, which is shaking the world, has arrived in Sichuan, so we must verify it.»

«…Are you interested in Wei Jeonghan or Wei Yanho?»

«Of course, in Wei Yanho.»

When they mentioned Wei Yanho, the expressions of the members of the Tang Family changed slightly:

«Young master, Wei Yanho is dangerous.»

«I know. That is why I must verify it personally.»

«Those who have approached Wei Yanho have suffered. Be careful…»

Jegal Munin smiled:

«Those who handle a bomb without knowing it is a bomb will suffer. But I know that Wei Yanho is a bomb. So, there will be no problems.»

«But…»

Jegal Munin said in a serious voice:

«The reason you asked your clan for help was because of him.»

«…True.»

Although the Dark King and the Righteous Martial Alliance were causing problems, the root of all the problems was Wei Yanho.

If Wei Yanho did not exist, the Dark King would not be so arrogant, and if it were not Wei Yanho who came from the Righteous Martial Alliance, he would not dare to investigate the Tang Family of Sichuan so brazenly.

All the problems were caused by Wei Yanho.

«I would like to resolve everything now, but I need information. I need information about the incident in the Tang Family of Sichuan…»

Jegal Munin closed his eyes slightly.

He seemed to be prioritizing things, and after a moment, he opened his eyes and spoke:

«I must see Wei Yanho personally. Then I will know the truth.»

Tang Yongmin frowned slightly. That was not enough.

«Young master.»

«Yes, elder.»

«I must be frank. Can you resolve this with just your investigation?»

Jegal Munin’s eyebrows moved slightly:

«I am a Jegal, but I am not smart enough to understand your concerns. Since we are in the same boat, why don’t we speak frankly?»

«Khm.»

Tang Yongmin cleared his throat and continued:

Jegal Munin was right. They had asked the Jegal Family for help in overthrowing the leader. What pride or secrets could they hide?

«It is embarrassing, but the leader of the Tang Family has most of the power. Even if we cooperate, there are not many people who can challenge the leader’s authority. Is there no problem if we cannot help much?»

Jegal Munin smiled kindly.

But his heart was different.

‘What a cunning old man.’

Although he told him to speak frankly, he did not reveal his true feelings. He was probably looking for a way out in case something went wrong.

Jegal Munin did not show his displeasure, even though he knew all that.

In the end, this is a deal.

There are no deals where everyone wins. That is a bad deal. In a normal deal, someone must lose.

«Do not worry about that.»

Should he test him?

«We have already received support from the Righteous Heavenly Alliance.»

«From the Righteous Heavenly Alliance?»

«They are also concerned about this. If there is a way to normalize the Tang Family of Sichuan, they will not hesitate to help.»

«Hmm, I see.»

This time, Tang Yongmin frowned slightly.

By calling the leader of the Righteous Heavenly Alliance «that person» instead of «leader,» he seemed to be distancing himself. Although it may seem insignificant, these words will have a great impact in the future.

«It is difficult, but the Righteous Heavenly Alliance has made a decision. The Tang Family appreciates their help.»

«…You are welcome.»

Jegal Munin smiled.

He seemed to want to secure the support of the Righteous Heavenly Alliance. One way to handle the elders is to give in when they are desperate.

«The Tang Family of Sichuan is an important force of the Righteous Heavenly Alliance. If that force has a problem, the Righteous Heavenly Alliance must intervene. Do not worry. If I had not accepted this task, I would not have done it, but now I will use all the strength of the Jegal Family and the Righteous Heavenly Alliance to normalize the Tang Family of Sichuan.»

«Thank you.»

Tang Yongmin bowed deeply.

Tang Pyeong also seemed satisfied.

‘It is not time to celebrate.’

Jegal Munin did not underestimate these elders. Although they seemed like simple old men, they were the elders of the Tang Family of Sichuan, known as vipers.

If he acts carelessly, he will be bitten by their fangs.

«I would like to act now, but…»

Jegal Munin took the tea: it was a sign that he did not suspect them.

«It is better not to rush. First, I need a place to rest. I must understand the situation.»

«Of course.»

Jegal Munin and the elders of the Tang Family smiled. Hiding their true feelings.

«The Tang Family of Sichuan…»

Jegal Munin, who was taken to his room, examined the room:

«It is not as strict as I thought? What do you think?»

As soon as he finished speaking, someone fell from the ceiling.

A person dressed in black knelt in front of Jegal Munin:

«There is no surveillance.»

«Is that not strange?»

Jegal Munin opened his fan.

With a *whoosh* sound, Jegal Munin began to wave his fan:

«They do not watch the young master of another clan who has entered their territory. Are they brave, or do they think they do not need to watch me?»

«Neither.»

«Right. Then, Wei Yanho must be a great threat to let me go freely…»

Jegal Munin reached out and took a report on the table. It was a report on the actions of the investigation team of the Righteous Martial Alliance in the Tang Family of Sichuan. The elders of the Tang Family had given it to him.

«Wei Yanho, Wei Yanho…»

Jegal Munin closed his fan and tapped his head:

«He is an incomprehensible guy.»

He knew perfectly well how Wei Yanho had acted from his reappearance to his arrival at the Tang Family of Sichuan. But he could not analyze it.

«He is extremely impulsive and honest. People usually act in the same way, but Wei Yanho is too affected by his environment, so even that tendency is vague.»

It is easy to predict someone with a strong will.

But Wei Yanho had no will. Whatever is presented to him, he will accept it.

«What do you think?»

«What?»

«Can you infiltrate Wei Yanho’s room and observe him? My eyes are different from others. This paper is not living information. Can you go and verify?»

«I will receive the order. I will only follow orders.»

«Okay. Go. Find out what kind of person he is.»

«I receive the order!»

When the person dressed in black disappeared, Jegal Munin reached out and took the teapot. Then, he poured tea into his cup.

‘What poison will this tea contain?’

Jegal Munin raised the cup with expectation.

The tea in the cup moved slightly.

‘No matter what poison it is. Anyway, it will not be worse than the poison you carry in your hearts.’

Jegal Munin drank the tea in one gulp.