The World's Greatest Troublemaker

Chapter 38

"I thought they had given up since there was no contact for a while, but this is unexpected."

"Actually, the reaction speed of the Three Thousand Merchant Guild is normal. When a purchase offer comes in, they have to look into the item, don't they? After that, they calculate this and that and then contact us."

For a large item like the Eastern Heaven Merchant Guild, it would take a long time to investigate. Considering that, it was fast that they had contacted him now.

"Hmm. Is that so?"

"Of course. The reaction of the World Merchant Guild was too fast."

Still, it was good news that there was one more buyer. From the seller's point of view, the more competition there is, the higher the price will go, so it can only be good.

"So. When are they coming?"

"It will take about twenty days. We've decided to get more detailed information separately."

The dates didn't overlap, so it wasn't bad. The schedule was to meet the World Merchant Guild first, then have the full Mok family meeting, and then meet the Three Thousand Merchant Guild.

Moreover, what Magistrate Chu said next made Mok Wigun even happier. It was that both places were moving quietly without letting the outside know.

"We should see it as a strong will to buy. Heeya. For two top-tier merchant guilds to move at the same time. Moreover, the guild masters are coming in person. This is a very rare event."

It was content that Magistrate Chu could get excited about and talk about.

Which is the best among the many merchant guilds in the world? Most people pick two places for that question. The Three Thousand Merchant Guild and the World Merchant Guild. Then which of the two is superior? A few more people mention the Three Thousand Merchant Guild. That Three Thousand had started to move.

"There is one item for sale, but two people who want to buy it, so things will go well. And aren't they buyers who are overflowing with money?"

"That's a relief. But to meet the great merchant, I'll have to hurry and prepare too."

If he arrives in three days, he has to prepare right away. But Magistrate Chu made an unexpected suggestion.

"How about we go to Chang'an together?"

"Is there something wrong?"

"I also have to go to the Chang'an branch."

It was impossible to tell whether he really had work or just wanted to accompany him. But there was no problem with Magistrate Chu accompanying him. It would be a help, if anything.

"Then let's go together. I'm thinking of leaving tomorrow, will that be okay?"

Magistrate Chu clapped his hands and laughed.

"I was just thinking of doing that, it seems there really is a special connection with you, Young Master."

"Is that so? Then how about we leave as soon as the city gates open tomorrow?"

"Alright. Then I will be waiting in front of the city gate."

After Magistrate Chu said his goodbyes and left, Mok Wigun called for Steward Wang.

"Uncle Wang. There are some things in my name in Chang'an too, right?"

"Yes. Of course. There's a manor, and a teahouse and a brothel each. There's also an inn."

Mok Wigun's property was quite a lot here and there. Well, that's probably why he was able to live without being hard up even after acting like a troublemaker for ten years. Of course, since he hadn't managed it for a while, he didn't know what condition it would be in. Mok Wigun asked Steward Wang to organize the property in Chang'an separately and bring it to him.

"You're going to Chang'an?"

Pyeon Jeoksu, who must have heard the news, rushed over and asked.

"I'm going too!"

"Of course, I was going to take you too."

Chang'an is a really bustling place. Many foreign merchants also come, and it's overflowing with all sorts of rare goods. The purpose was also to go sightseeing, but he might also find useful medicinal herbs or books. So he had made up his mind to go with Pyeon Jeoksu.

"It would be good for Heo Seongon and the herbalist to go together too, and I'll have to take Captain Dan as well."

Heo Seongon and the herbalist could go with Pyeon Jeoksu. Because they could go around looking for necessary medicinal herbs or goods. Captain Dan could go with Mok Wigun himself.

He was thinking of staying for about two or three days, and since there was a manor owned by Mok Wigun, the lodging was solved.

"On the way, I'll also take a look at the businesses there."

The contents on paper cannot be trusted. Because someone might have played some trick. He had to go and see for himself to know the exact condition.

"I'll also have to tell them what to do while sparring."

Since he would be away for a few days, he had to instruct them on what to train in the meantime. Besides that, there were things to pack and things to talk about. It seemed it would be a busy day one way or another.

* * *

"Alright. Again!"

When Mok Wigun shouted, Gu Mungoe rushed in and swung his fist. It was definitely faster than before, and his fist was also filled with power. Every time his fist cut through the air, a 'whoosh whoosh' sound was heard.

"That's right."

Mok Wigun's attack hit his knee. But unlike before, his strength didn't immediately give out, and he didn't fall. He was shaken by the impact, but he endured it and even counterattacked.

But the difference between the two could be seen just by looking. Gu Mungoe was panting and his face was red, but Mok Wigun had a relaxed appearance. In the end, Gu Mungoe tumbled to the ground.

"Aww. I thought I had gotten a lot better..."

Gu Mungoe grumbled. It seemed he had thought that he might be able to win if he did well, as his skills had improved.

"You've really improved a lot. Now you can be called top-class even among the first-rate."

"Really?"

At Mok Wigun's words, Gu Mungoe's eyes widened. He knew his skills had improved, but he hadn't thought it was to that extent.

"Of course. But your lower body movements are still a bit weak."

If he just fixed that, he would be able to grow one step further. Mok Wigun told him what to train for a few days. It was a basic footwork, and he explained in detail which part to focus on for each movement.

"You must never do it carelessly just because it's easy. If you don't learn it properly now, you won't be able to rise to a higher level. So be sure to remember what I told you and train."

"I understand, Young Master."

Mok Wigun deliberately spoke strictly. It was because Gu Mungoe was a bit excited and clumsy. He praised Hwang Gyesu, who was downcast, and cheered him up, and he calmly told Dae Seokpyeong only the main points.

He also told the other members according to their personalities and current conditions.

"It seems that what you are telling us is all different."

Captain Dan Bulseok said.

"Because everyone is different."

Mok Wigun, since the topic had come up, thought he should do it and called everyone together. And then he threw a question.

"How was it, talking to each other so far?"

"I was a little surprised because our thoughts were different from what I had expected."

Hwang Gyesu answered. The other people also agreed, saying they had similar thoughts.

"That's right. Everyone is different."

"I was also surprised several times while talking with these guys."

Captain Dan Bulseok also added that it was a good thing they had talked a lot.

It's a natural thing. There's no way that the burly Dae Seokpyeong, who is strong, and the normally built Hwang Gyesu would feel the same. Moreover, Dae Seokpyeong is a bit simple, and Hwang Gyesu is a smart person. Even if the two of them experience the same thing, what they feel is different. If what they accept and feel is different, their thoughts can't help but be different.

"That's why you learn various things when you talk together."

You get to encounter various perspectives that you didn't know. This different perspective. It may seem like nothing, but it's really hard to realize it on your own. That's why you have to be with good colleagues. Then you can see farther, more, and in more detail.

In that respect, the Light Wind Unit members could be seen as having caught a lucky break. Because they all had strong personalities, so what they saw and felt was all different.

"While Captain Dan is away, Dae Seokpyeong, you will be in charge. Don't ever go easy on anyone who tries to slack off."

"I understand. I will never let them slack off."

Dae Seokpyeong is inflexible and stubborn, so he will do as he is told. Even if not, they would do well.

"When I return from Chang'an, it seems we will start moving in earnest, so just endure it a little longer."

"I understand, Young Master."

He was about to end it after saying that, but the members flocked over again.

"Young Master. About the sparring earlier. The one where you jumped into the air..."

"When you threw a punch and the weak point..."

"About the method of lightening the pivot foot when using a feint..."

They all flocked over at once and chattered.

"One by one! I'll tell you everything, so talk one at a time."

The motivation of the Light Wind Unit members was still burning hot.

* * *

"Wow. So this is Chang'an."

Pyeon Jeoksu was busy looking around. Chang'an was huge and vibrant. After passing through the huge city gate, a wide and straight road could be seen, and it was bustling with numerous people.

"Hey. It has a different charm from the imperial capital."

Pyeon Jeoksu whispered in Mok Wigun's ear.

"Because this was also once the capital of an empire."

"Aha. No wonder the scale is different from the start."

The two of them whispered quietly, recalling past memories. After walking for a while like that.

"How would you like to have your meal?"

Dan Bulseok asked. A little further on was Mok Wigun's manor, but he hadn't contacted them in advance. It was to do a surprise inspection. So it seemed it would be a bit difficult to have a meal there.

"Since we have to go and look around, let's have a meal first and then go to the manor. What will you do, Magistrate Chu?"

"I think it would be better for me to have a meal and then move."

The party entered a nearby inn. Captain Dan went and talked, and then they got a seat on the second floor of the inn. It seemed to be a prosperous establishment, as the second floor was also almost full. Fortunately, they were able to get a seat by the window, so they could also watch the outside.

They ordered a variety of the inn's specialties and talked leisurely. But suddenly, Captain Dan leaned over and whispered.

"They are people from the Baek family."

When he turned his head, a few people were coming up to the second floor. The Baek family. They were the people of that Baek family he had only heard about. And from the reactions of the people on the second floor, he could roughly tell what their reputation was like.

Fear, contempt, annoyance. Such emotions appeared on people's faces and then quickly disappeared. Everyone tried not to make eye contact with the Baek family people. Except for the people on Mok Wigun's side.

"It's Baek Samun, the youngest of the Baek family's three dragons."

Magistrate Chu, who was next to him, whispered. The person in the middle of the group was Baek Samun, the youngest of the Baek family.

The people of Chang'an called the three brothers of the Baek family the Three Dragons. Baek Jongmun, Baek Gyemun, and Baek Samun. All three of them were skilled in martial arts. Their personalities were all different, but Baek Samun was famous for being cruel.

"So that's why people's reactions are like this."

"The second son is a bit better, but they say the eldest and the youngest are really bad."

"There's trash everywhere."

As the two of them were whispering like that, suddenly, a person next to Baek Samun spoke up.

"Well, who is this? It's Captain Dan, right?"

One of the people from the Baek family side pretended to be happy to see him. Mok Wigun asked.

"Do you know him?"

"We had a little connection in the past."

Dan Bulseok said with a sigh.

"I killed that guy's younger brother."

(End of Chapter)