Descent of The Demon Master [EN]: Chapter 2119

[You damn Korean bastards!]

“Is this Chink bastard crazy?”

Lee Hyun-soo’s face contorted.

“If you have nothing to do, go do some work, you punk. Do I look like I’m free enough to take your jokes?”

[To pull off something like this, shouldn’t you at least share it beforehand? Even the Party doesn’t act like this, you peninsular tyrant bastards.]

“I didn’t know either!”

Lee Hyun-soo shouted, his voice booming.

But deep down, he understood Cai Keqiang’s complaints more than enough. How could Cai Keqiang not be upset after watching the announcement on TV that ‘from now on, there will be no boundary between the martial artists and ordinary people’?

[Why is your Lord doing this, why?]

[Hong Wang should have won, Hong Wang.]

“…I’m sorry about that.”

He meant it sincerely.

A loud sigh came from the other end of the phone.

[The Party… no, the Chinese government is in an uproar, you damn bastards. Do you not know how much the Chinese government freaks out about this kind of thing?]

“I said I’m sorry.”

[I should have just killed you all back then.]

Lee Hyun-soo, with a smirk, asked cautiously.

“So, what have you decided to do?”

[What do you mean, what have we decided to do? Hong Wang has decided to follow the Demon Lord, so that’s how it will be.]

“But the backlash is severe, right?”

[There’s backlash, but they can’t completely stop it. You’d understand, but this is something that the country can’t refuse. Especially if the same thing is happening all over the world.]

“I guess so.”

Lee Hyun-soo nodded.

The increase in martial artists might cause temporary social chaos. But on the other hand, it also means that the military power of each country will increase dramatically.

China, which is obsessed with military power, would never let other countries benefit while they are left behind.

[It’s highly likely that they’ll resolve it by prioritizing the People’s Liberation Army. Damn it, I’m going to end up being a trainer, something I never wanted to do.]

“That’s going to be too much for your skills, isn’t it?”

[Are you the one to say that, you half-wit?]

“That’s why I’m going to handle the administration from behind. You’ll have to do both, so you’ll have a hard time.”

[You bastard.]

Lee Hyun-soo chuckled.

Anyway, it seems that negotiations are underway with China as well. It was the most worrying country, but it’s probably possible because Hong Wang’s power is so strong and Cai Keqiang’s political skills surpass Lee Hyun-soo’s.

[There’s going to be a huge mess.]

“It doesn’t matter.”

Lee Hyun-soo said firmly.

“If we can control the US, Europe, and East Asia, the other third-world countries will follow. All we have to do is create that trend.”

[Tsk.]

Although he showed discomfort, Cai Keqiang did not refute the statement. If the countries that lead the world’s trends acknowledge it, other countries will have no choice but to follow.

[We can handle China, and the Round Table can handle Europe. But what are you going to do about the US?]

[If we can’t bring the US on board, it could cause even bigger problems. It might become a problem that’s incomparable to anything we’ve faced so far.]

“You’re more scared than I thought.”

[Anyone who isn’t scared of the world’s strongest superpower isn’t brave, they’re crazy. So, what are you going to do?]

“Well, I have a solution for that.”

[Huh?]

Lee Hyun-soo smiled and shared his idea.

After hearing Lee Hyun-soo’s answer, Cai Keqiang’s pure admiration flowed out.

[You crazy bastard.]

“Thanks for the compliment.”

[Is that the Demon Lord’s idea?]

“No. I don’t think the Lord has any idea.”

[……]

“That’s just how he is. But, well, won’t it work out that way?”

Lee Hyun-soo smiled wryly as he listened to the Chinese curses coming from the other end of the phone, which he couldn’t even understand.

“Oh, my son.”

“You’re doing so well these days. Is this how a mother feels when her son is a famous celebrity? I see my son on TV all the time, but it’s so hard to see him in person.”

“What were you so busy with that you caused such a mess and didn’t even come home?”

“I’m, I’m sorry…”

Crack!

Kang Jin-ho twisted his back like an octopus.

“You’re getting worse every day.”

“Come in. Let’s eat.”

“Yes.”

Kang Jin-ho glanced at Baek Hyun-jung and took off his shoes, entering the living room.

His father and Kang Eun-young, who were sitting on the living room sofa, looked at Kang Jin-ho.

“You’re here?”

“Yes, Father.”

“Okay.”

Then, as if nothing had happened, he turned his gaze back to the TV. Kang Jin-ho, who had quietly pulled out a chair at the dining table, glanced at Kang Yu-hwan.

But Kang Yu-hwan didn’t pay much attention to Kang Jin-ho.

Kang Jin-ho, feeling suffocated by the subtle silence, opened his mouth first.

“Um…”

“Yeah?”

“Aren’t you going to say anything?”

“What about?”

Kang Jin-ho fidgeted with his fingers.

Kang Yu-hwan chuckled when he saw Kang Jin-ho, who was restless like a high school student who had caused trouble at school.

“If you’re worried about getting scolded, you shouldn’t cause trouble.”

“No, that’s…”

“That’s enough.”

Kang Yu-hwan waved his hand dismissively.

“It’s not like you did anything wrong, so what’s the problem?”

Kang Jin-ho sighed deeply.

“No…”

“I don’t know what you’re thinking, but your dad approves.”

“Huh?”

Kang Jin-ho raised his head and looked at Kang Yu-hwan.

“So, what you’re trying to do is turn everyone into those martial artists or whatever, right?”

“Yes.”

“Then isn’t that a good thing?”

Kang Jin-ho tilted his head at the unexpected remark, and Kang Yu-hwan chuckled.

“I don’t care what happens to the world. It’s not like our cafe is going to go out of business.”

“…That’s not related.”

“And if there are more people like that, it’ll be a little easier for you. At least when something like before happens, you won’t have to step in again, right?”

Kang Jin-ho stared blankly at Kang Yu-hwan.

“Does it work like that?”

“Of course. Then you’ll become an ordinary citizen, and what are the military and police going to do?”

“Uh…”

Kang Jin-ho scratched his head.

He had never thought of it that way.

“So, it’s something that will make you safer, so it’s something to applaud and welcome.”

“Then it’s settled.”

Kang Yu-hwan smiled gently.

But Kang Eun-young seemed very dissatisfied.

“No! It’s because Dad always lets Oppa do whatever he wants that he’s become so rude! I think this is Dad’s failure in education.”

Then Baek Hyun-jung nodded emphatically.

“That’s right.”

“Huh? Oh my god, Mom, what’s wrong? Are you taking my side?”

“It’s true that your dad and I spoiled Jin-ho too much, and he grew up a bit wild.”

“Right? I’m right, aren’t I?”

“But that’s not something you should be saying, is it?”

Kang Eun-young pouted.

Kang Jin-ho smiled faintly as he watched the everyday scene.

The world is being swept away by a rough current, but this place is outside of that current. That must be what family is.

“The food is almost ready, so honey, can you fry some eggs?”

“Okay.”

Just as Kang Yu-hwan was about to get up from his seat and head to the kitchen, there was a ding-dong.

Kang Eun-young tilted her head and headed to the intercom at the sudden sound of the doorbell.

“We’re not expecting anyone?”

Kang Eun-young, who had picked up the intercom receiver, listened to the voice coming from the receiver and stared blankly at Kang Jin-ho.

“Oppa.”

“Yeah?”

“We have a guest?”

“Who is it?”

“…They say it’s the Prime Minister?”

Kang Jin-ho frowned as he received the gazes directed at him.

“Tell them to go back today and come another time…”

“Is this guy crazy?”

“It’s the Prime Minister, Jin-ho!”

“Mom, I think Oppa’s really gone crazy!”

Kang Jin-ho sighed deeply at the barrage of harsh criticism.

“…I’ll go out now.”

Then, he got up from his seat weakly and walked to the front door. Kang Yu-hwan muttered blankly as he watched his back.

“I’ve lived long enough to have the Prime Minister visit my house.”

“…Is this okay, honey?”

“Kkuung.”

It was a problem when his son became too famous.

“…I’m sorry.”

“It was too urgent.”

Kang Jin-ho’s cheek twitched.

Goh Han-bong smiled awkwardly at the expression. One of the biggest unwritten rules for those who knew Kang Jin-ho was that they should not try to contact him at home.

This was the first thing that was passed on when taking over the responsibilities related to Kang Jin-ho. For Kang Jin-ho, his home and the Seongsim Orphanage were like his Achilles’ heel. They should never be touched.

“Hoo.”

Kang Jin-ho sighed deeply.

He didn’t like that he had come to his house, but Goh Han-bong was someone who had helped him in many ways. It was also a problem to treat him poorly for this reason.

“What’s the matter?”

“We received a call from the United States. They are asking for the Lord’s opinion. They want to hear the answer as soon as possible.”

Kang Jin-ho sighed.

“Instead of standing here, shall we go to the car?”

“Yes.”

Kang Jin-ho moved to Goh Han-bong’s car parked in front of the house, took the cigarette that Goh Han-bong offered, and lit it.

“Hoo.”

Goh Han-bong also naturally put a cigarette in his mouth and opened his mouth.

“As you know, the core of the change that the Lord has started is the United States.”

“…I guess so.”

The country that leads the world right now is the United States, no matter what anyone says. No matter how right something is, if the United States actively opposes it, the problem will become serious.

“But the US is very concerned right now.”

“What’s the reason?”

“It’s because the US has failed to train martial artists.”

Kang Jin-ho nodded.

That fact was proven by none other than Kang Jin-ho himself. The project itself to train martial artists through scientific methods was advanced, but it was still too early.

“Therefore, the US is worried that the changes led by the Lord will cause chaos in the world order if they are implemented drastically.”

“That’s the surface reason…”

Kang Jin-ho slowly exhaled cigarette smoke.

“What’s the real reason?”

Goh Han-bong sighed and opened his mouth.

“…What the US is worried about is the increase in military power that will occur as each country takes the lead in training martial artists. If you simply think about it, if the military starts teaching martial arts, the common sense of combat that has dominated the world until now will be completely overturned.”

“Military power, huh?”

“Yes. And right now, the US is in a rather unfavorable position in that change. That’s why their view has become so negative.”

Kang Jin-ho smiled wryly.

The US was a pretty friendly country to him. But as soon as a situation arose where they would be at a disadvantage, they easily changed their position. But that’s how countries are in the first place.

“So, what do they want?”

“Originally, they wanted to overturn this entire plan. Or at least they demanded that the plan be delayed.”

“That’s difficult.”

“I think so too. If we just make a fuss after making a declaration, the side effects will only get worse.”

“Yes.”

Kang Jin-ho nodded in agreement.

“But… Lee Hyun-soo came up with an interesting idea, and the US accepted it. Now, all we need is the Lord’s consent.”

“Huh? Director Lee?”

“Yes.”

Kang Jin-ho tilted his head. It was a story he hadn’t even heard, so what kind of idea did Lee Hyun-soo come up with? Of course, it wasn’t strange that Goh Han-bong and Lee Hyun-soo had talked first, but he was curious about what the idea was.

“What did he propose?”

“The gist of Lee Hyun-soo’s proposal is this.”

Goh Han-bong looked directly at Kang Jin-ho and said.

“Not only the martial arts of the General Assembly, but also the martial arts of the Creation King, which the US covets the most, will be handed over to them.”

“And Kang Jin-ho will go to the US to teach them directly.”

“Would that be possible?”

A very pure admiration flowed from Kang Jin-ho’s mouth.

“…You crazy bastard.”

“I think so too.”

Kang Jin-ho, who was dumbfounded, shook his head.