Chapter 8
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Translator: 8uhl
Chapter: 8
Chapter Title: A Lesson in Manners
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What nonsense is this!
Just hear me out. I assure you, it wont be a bad proposition for you, Great Master. Unless.
Wi Ji-cheon smiled brightly.
Surely the renowned Master Black Ghost of Nanyang's South Road isn't wary of a young boy like me, is he?
!!
Everyone looked aghast.
Their expressions screamed, What is wrong with him?
The merchants, who were usually fond of Wi Ji-cheon, hurriedly stepped forward.
Good heavens, I think the boy has lost his mind! Great Master, you know hes a bit slow, dont you? What are you doing? Apologize to the Great Master this instant!
However, Wi Ji-cheon simply continued to stare at Jang Sam with a smiling face.
He remained cheerful.
It was completely out of place with the situation.
So much so that it made one wonder, Has he really gone mad?
But the feeling Jang Sam got was the complete opposite.
This brat.
Jang Sam frowned.
Something about him is unsettling.
Thinking back, he had felt something similar when they first met yesterday.
The boy seemed kind and pure, but there was a flicker of something that didnt sit right.
Having clawed his way up from the dregs of the Underworld, surviving countless life-or-death crises, Jang Sam had sharp instincts.
He knew it was best to avoid such ominous feelings, but the fact that his opponent was a young boy clouded his judgment.
Fine! Come in! I'll hear what you have to say! But if it's nothing important, be prepared to have your backside beaten until it bursts for mocking your elder!
Wi Ji-cheon bowed his head to the merchants as if to tell them not to worry and entered the Black Ghost Sect, leaving them to wring their hands in distress.
That foolish immortal! What kind of fate awaits him at the hands of those ruffians!
What should we do? What should we do?
What do you mean, what should we do? Hurry and inform the constables!
Ill go inform the Medical Immortal House!!
And just like that, the South Road, one of Nanyang's two major market streets, was thrown into an uproar.
Though no one could have guessed it.
Everything was unfolding exactly as Wi Ji-cheon had intended.
Alright, lets hear what you have to say.
Arent you going to offer a guest a cup of tea?
Ha! You there. Bring some cold water!
The Ghost Lord's Hall.
It was the sect leader's personal chamber.
It was common for sects of the Underworld to lavishly decorate their leaders' quarters to flaunt their power.
Far from being intimidated by the sight, Wi Ji-cheon calmly ordered tea, causing Jang Sams face to harden.
What is this? Does this brat have no fear? Is he really a fool?
There were two reasons why someone might act so composed after walking into a tigers den.
They could be an imbecile who doesnt know a tiger is to be feared.
Of course, such cases were extremely rare.
Even a fool usually knows to be afraid of a tiger.
The more likely possibility was
No. It can't be.
Suppressing the unease that was creeping up on him again, he deliberately growled in a menacing voice.
If you have something to say, say it quickly. The number of lashes you receive will depend on how much nonsense you spout.
Please dismiss the others. This is not a conversation for others to hear.
Ha! This little punk, really.
Gritting his teeth, he sent his men away.
The door clicked shut, and soon, only the two of them remained.
Befitting the name Black Ghost Sect, the interior of the Ghost Lords Hall had a grim atmosphere.
Dim light filtering through a window illuminated Wi Ji-cheon.
Jang Sam felt a chill, as if he were facing a ghost, and raised his voice again with a roar.
Will you not state your business at once?!
Didnt I tell you earlier that I came to teach you the ways of a human?
What?
Jang Sam couldnt believe his ears.
Teach me what?
He had even dropped the honorifics just now.
You little
It was in that moment.
Jang Sam clamped his mouth shut.
The cold water Wi Ji-cheon was holding was boiling and evaporating.
It was the True Fire of Samadhi.
A state that went beyond simply projecting one's energy, a level where one could manifest their will into the external world through their energy.
In other words, at least the Peak Realm.
It was a feat that only those who had reached a mature stage even among the Peak Realm masters could perform.
Too late, Jang Sam recalled the second reason someone might be calm in a tigers den.
They are a master who has no fear of the tiger
At that moment.
Clink.
Wi Ji-cheon, having set down the empty cup, rose from his seat.
He was smiling, just as before.
Brightly.
Jang Sam felt a more distinct and terrifying chill than before.
Consider yourself lucky. The old me would have just killed you, but this time, I'm going to give you a special opportunity. A chance to become human.
Wh-What?
You'll understand what I mean once you've been beaten a bit. After all, there's nothing better than a good thrashing to civilize a beast. Now, let's start with a few hits.
Simultaneously.
Thwack!
Jang Sams hell began.
Meanwhile, at the Medical Immortal House.
A heavy atmosphere had settled over the family head's office.
It was because of the disturbance Jang Sam had caused that morning.
What are you going to do?
First, Ill have to try and talk things over with Great Master Jang Sam.
Hes not someone you can reason with! A beast like him!
What can we do? The powerless must bow their heads. The South-Central Medical House is behind the Black Ghost Sect, so no one else in Nanyang will be quick to help us.
Wi Ji-seon let out a sigh.
They must want something to be acting like this. If we give it to them, they probably wont torment us any further.
He had a suspicion.
The Black Ghost Sectno, the South-Central Medical House behind themprobably wanted Wi Ji-seon to bow his head to them.
It seems my empty title, the Medical Immortal of Nanyang, has offended Geum Yeo-hwi, the head of the South-Central Medical House.
Here in Nanyang, there were two famous physicians known as the Two Greats of Nanyang.
They were the heads of the two Earth-grade medical houses, known as the Two Medical Immortal Houses of Nanyang.
However, as Wi Ji-seons fame grew, talk had spread that he should be included among the Two Greats, excluding the relatively less skilled Geum Yeo-hwi.
But
Wi Ji-gang clenched his fists tightly.
They had to bow their heads to the South-Central Medical House despite having done nothing wrong.
Worse, the South-Central Medical House would surely not stop there and would try to tarnish Wi Ji-seons reputation further in some way.
Its alright. As long as you all are safe, I can bow my head as many times as needed. In fact, Id be relieved if it ends with just that.
How about we sell all our fields and commission an assassins guild to take out that bastard Jang Sam and that bastard Geum Yeo-hwi?
Youve gotten quite good at joking.
Im not joking. Or, we could mobilize the Medical Sword Squad and fight to the death!
Those weaklings in the Medical Sword Squad would all run away. Enough of this talk. Ive been happy lately.
Wi Ji-seon changed the subject.
Happy?
Yes. Hasnt Ji-cheon changed? Hes become so much more mature, as if hes grown up. Im starting to think he might actually pass the Medical Examination Ceremony.
At his fathers words, Wi Ji-gang frowned.
He certainly has changed.
However, Wi Ji-gang deliberately said otherwise.
We dont know yet. He might just be pretending to have changed out of embarrassment for being caught wetting his pants.
There you go again. Youre proud of him too, but you just wont admit it. Such a dishonest fellow.
Whos being dishonest! Hes going to cause trouble again in no time!
Just then, a servant burst in.
We have a big problem, my lord!!
What is it?
The young master has stormed the Black Ghost Sect!!!
What?
Heavens!! He went to the Black Ghost Sect all by himself!
Wi Ji-seon and Wi Ji-gang stared at each other for a moment.
Ji-cheon has matured, you say?
You were right. That little rascal matured? My foot!!
Wi Ji-seon shot up from his seat, erupting in fury.
Everyone, grab a club!! I don't care if it's Jang Sam or anyone else, if they touch my son, I'll make today the anniversary of their death!!!
Wi Ji-seon, Wi Ji-gang, and Wi Ji-sang-ah.
Along with the disciples and members of the Medical Immortal House, they all rushed toward the Black Ghost Sect, clubs in hand.
The menacing sight of the bookish physicians drew the attention of everyone on the street, but Wi Ji-seon had no time to care about such things.
I don't care if it's the Underworld or those Demonic Cult bastards from the Thousand Great Mountains, I won't let anyone who touches my son get away with it!
His eyes bloodshot, Wi Ji-seon roared thunderously in front of the Black Ghost Sect.
You rotten bastards! Give me back my son!!
Please calm down, Doctor. Weve already sent word inside.
No, Officer. This is no time to wait! Those lawless villains have my son!!
Lets just wipe them all out, Father.
Wipe them all out?
With the atmosphere ripe for an unprecedented brawl between physicians and an Underworld sect, the constables faces turned pale.
No, we dont know your sons exact situation yet, so lets first assess the.
What time do we have to wait?!
Everyone, set it on fire!
Wipe out the constables first?
It was then.
Creeak. The gate of the Black Ghost Sect swung open.
Unexpectedly, it was Wi Ji-cheon and Sect Leader Jang Sam.
You rascal, Ji-cheon!!
Thankfully, Wi Ji-cheon appeared to be unharmed.
But Jang Sams appearance was strange.
His face was deathly pale.
And then, something happened that stunned everyone.
Thud.
Jang Sam fell to his knees before Wi Ji-seon.
My lord, please forgive this Jang Sam for the sins I have committed!!
Huh?
Ugh!! This Jang Sam was blind and committed a great discourtesy to you, my lord! I am apologizing like this, so please, I beg you to forgive me!!
Thud! Thud!
Jang Sam slammed his head against the ground.
From now on, I will live my life in penance to the Medical Immortal House! No, please use this Jang Sam as a doormat for the House! From this day forward, this Jang Sam is a servant of the Medical Immortal House, no, a dog!! Sob!!
Everyone stared at the scene, dumbfounded.
All eyes turned to Wi Ji-cheon, who was standing calmly behind him.
Wi Ji-cheon nonchalantly shrugged his shoulders.
Nothing much happened. I just had a little conversation with Great Master Jang Sam.
A conversation? What kind of conversation?
Great Master Jang Sam and I discussed the ways of a human. Isnt that right, Great Master?
Y-Yes No, thats right!!
Jang Sam flinched, then nodded his head vigorously.
They say a wise man can learn even from a child. Great Master Jang Sam is truly a man of great character. Thank you for receiving my words so well, Great Master.
Ha ha. N-No It was nothing.
Jang Sam managed a smile.
Anyone could see it was a forced smile.
No, it looked more like he was holding back tears.
A chilling telepathic message reached Jang Sams ear.
Do you want to die? Fix your expression.
Jang Sam flinched violently, then shouted out loud.
I, Jang Sam, swear before the heavens and the earth! From this day forward, any hostility toward the Medical Immortal House shall be considered hostility toward the Black Ghost Sect! The Medical Immortal House and this Jang Sam are one and the same!!