chapter 27
27 – Sagittal branch (2)
When he first saw the contents of Jukkan, the first emotion Jojo felt was anger.
How dare one’s own secret agent communicate with another person?
This is something that must be governed by military law.
Of course, the contents written on the bamboo tablets were things that anyone could know, even if they combined hearsay, listened to what they heard, and had even a little interest in the affairs of the government.
If you think about Jukgan’s response and Sunuk’s usual disposition, Sunuk would never have revealed the military’s secrets.
As this was a private letter, Sunwook must have prepared everything in case it was leaked. The content was refined to some extent, and the person sent to Jingju was also trustworthy.
Perhaps, if she had not been inspecting the top of the castle wall, and if the person who brought the letter had been a little calmer, Jukgan’s presence would not have been discovered.
The second feeling I had was one of elegance.
He was amazed that Sunwook, who was publicly regarded by others as ‘my Jangryang’, helped him with Jinang’s help.
In fact, the bamboo stacks piled up in her house were of great help to Cao Cao’s army.
Among them, there were directions that made Jojo angry, directions that did not suit him at all, and things that Sunuk did not mention, but that if Cao Cao had seen, he would have made a choice without hesitation.
Jojo found Sunwook admirable because he showed signs of thinking and worrying about himself like this.
And the next feeling I felt was shameful.
If only I had informed myself of this person’s existence a long time ago.
Even though it is said that it is not possible to moderate him now, couldn’t he have given him at least a hint?
-He is reluctant to be commissioned.
No matter how much he hated going to work, if he was a truly outstanding person, Jojo himself was willing to visit him at least three times.
I was deeply disappointed that we had not talked about such a being. I was embarrassed that I was alone in this intellectual exchange.
The next emotion that came to mind was curiosity.
Who on earth is this man that Sunwook exchanged letters and opinions like this? In the letters between the two people, the same, or even more in-depth, conversation was being exchanged as what Jojo’s secretaries had gathered together to talk about.
What if this person could hear the story in detail? What if we discuss specific information about supplies, troops, and human resources?
What kind of abilities will this person show?
And the last emotion.
“……want to have.”
Want.
If he were to be like Sunuk, he would be too precious to give to others.
Although he is currently in a situation where the salary he pays to his subordinates is closely adjusted to his financial situation, someday in the future, if he achieves great success, he will be rewarded with high government positions, government positions, and gold and silver treasures.
What kind of man is this?
What kind of man recommended Cao Cao himself over Yuan Shao and Cao Cao?
“……Ah, I see.”
lately.
I once heard a review of Sunwook from an adult in the family.
It is said that Sunuk possesses the power to rule the throne.
“You were another of Sunwook’s throne holders.”
That there is a man like this.
That there are people like this.
Under the bamboo holder, Cao Cao read the last phrase over and over again.
– I sincerely hope that your talent will blossom and that you will elevate Cao Maengdeok to the rank of Han Dynasty minister, or even higher. From your friend, the golden sun.
“A person like this should naturally support and follow Cao Cao.”
Golden sun, golden sun.
“So you said you were a Seowonjik?”
“yes yes….”
“This man.”
JoJo was sincere.
“Do you look good?”
* * *
A day later.
Sunuk entered the government office with the feelings of a death row inmate being dragged to the execution site. There, numerous generals and counselors were already standing on either side, waiting for her.
“Soonuk.”
Jojo sat down on a chair in the middle and greeted her. There was an empty bamboo stand in front of her, and a brush was placed on it.
“I talked with the commanders about the letter you shared with ‘Jinang.’ Some said you should be expelled for treason, while others said that your Jinang should be judged as someone who can be trusted. There are opinions. “This is the first time I’ve ever seen such a sharp divide.”
JoJo continued speaking with a serious face.
“As a result of the meeting, we decided to use you and your wallet.”
“Use…?”
“Yes. In order to defeat Jo Maeng-deok, I decided to indirectly borrow your money. Nothing has changed from before. It’s just….”
Cao Cao tapped the bamboo stick with his hand and laughed.
“We are only censoring whether or not the contents of this bamboo magazine contain our military’s secrets!”
“No, over there….”
“And what if there is good news? hehehe, Sergeant. You never know, right? He might suddenly change his mind and be commissioned into our army to work with you.”
Jo Jo extended his hand to Sun Wook.
“I forgive you. Thanks to your help, we are overcoming our current difficulties. So, please.”
Cao Cao smiled and lifted the bamboo stick next to his armrest. There were a lot of bamboo sticks piled up there, presumed to have come from Sunwook’s room.
“So, from now on, we will discuss this bamboo stick and write it down as a group. You can just write down what we say.”
“…yes?”
“What? I’m not a fool. Is there any need to forcibly pull on a bag of wisdom that will come out with tricks just by quietly exchanging letters? So, I’ll use your pocketbook.”
JoJo clapped his hands. Then, next to her, a general unfolded a wide map to the left and right and listened.
“It’s a map of Heuksan. I’ll attach this to it, so let’s ask him for his opinion on how to defeat them. You never know. He might come up with a mysterious plan that we haven’t thought of.”
“Can you just…write that down?”
Sunuk couldn’t bear to see the faces of those people smirking at him. She was particularly irritated by the sight of the Hahoos, who seemed ready to burst out laughing at any moment. I can’t express it, but.
“Yes. But, isn’t it a ‘love letter’? There are no military secrets, it’s just a greeting for a loved one. Although it contains evaluations of various people, movements of feudal lords near Jingju, and future political strategies, that’s it. “Isn’t this an expression of friendship between good lovers exchanging opinions?”
“that that…!!”
“Just as you have been giving us advice so far, we have decided to help you with your dating business. Since time immemorial, women know women’s feelings well, and men know men’s feelings well.”
match.
“Hahoudon. Hahouyeon. What do you think? Is there a possibility?”
“Ah, it’s unconditional. Maengdeok, this is because Teacher Wenyao is frustrated. We haven’t talked about this yet, it’s over.”
“Men are just as frustrated as ever. Huh, if it were me, I would have brought a bottle of alcohol and gone to see you a long time ago…huh.”
Sunuk’s ears turned red at the words of the priests. Jeongwook and Kwak Ga, who were supposed to help as women, just shrugged their shoulders and joined in the laughter.
“this person….”
“I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to publicly embarrass you. We just want to help you. Should we get married?”
“…Master, aren’t you getting married?”
“Me? hahahaha, this person. I….”
JoJo stood up, spreading his arms.
“You are married to this world. But aren’t you in a different position from me?”
“…Please don’t force me to have a relationship with him. Please, I beg you.”
All the chieftains were silent at Sunuk’s serious words. Although there were less than 10 people.
“…Master. We are taking matters seriously. Please stop playing games now.”
“Wen Yak is probably reflecting on this incident as well. Although it is said to be a good thing, it ended up leaking military secrets. Originally, she should have been flogged, but she has already suffered dozens of emotional blows. “If it were me, I might have died of shame.”
“I told you not to tease me, but you tease me more.”
Jo Jo took the bamboo stick and approached Sun Wook. He then knelt down on one knee in front of Sunwook, helped her up, and hugged her warmly.
“Wen Yak. You are my eldest son. How could I kick someone like that out like this?”
“Master…”
“But once you find out, you can’t just sit still. So I’m giving you a choice. Do you want to cut off ties with him completely, or do you want to continue your relationship with him publicly in the future?”
Everyone thought.
This is the last mercy Jojo gives to Sunuk.
“…Please let us keep our current relationship.”
Sunuk spoke softly and lowered his head.
“My thoughts were short, my lord.”
“It’s okay. Isn’t it all for my best interest? It will be okay if something like this doesn’t happen in the future. Yes.”
Jojo patted Sunwook’s back and helped her stand up.
“I was so frustrated after reading it all. Huh? Is this a diplomatic document or a love document?”
“…You read everything?”
“Yes. It seemed like you didn’t reveal any confidential information, but you knew it all. A man who wasn’t even here in Jinryu.”
“Ah, that means there is a lot of interest in Mr. Munyak.”
“I am in politics, but for my woman who works for the lord. A poem has been written.”
“Ah, not yet…”
Sunuk was so upset that he ended up spitting out his true feelings.
“Not yet…”
“…….”
Soompi.
Jojo hugged Sunwook, who was crying, and patted him again.
“Yes, I understand, I understand. We will help you. For the sake of those of you who are lovers of love, and for the future of our Lord Jojo, which we will gain through his support.”
Jo Jo pointed the empty bamboo holder at Sun Wook.
“First, let’s start by asking about the plan to defeat the Heuksan Island bandits.”
“Master! Wouldn’t you feel uncomfortable if I asked you that stiffly from the beginning?”
“Okay. Let’s start with those words. It’s a clear sky, you. When I suddenly looked up at the sky, I thought of you, so I wrote it… yay!”
“Oh my god, are you crazy? You’re saying things like that?”
“Ah, men like that! It’s a man who thinks a woman likes me just by holding her sleeve!”
“Hey, Hong. Shouldn’t we assume that the two of you have already seen each other’s balls? Then, wouldn’t it be right to write in a more sticky way?”
“What are you talking about? I feel so frustrated right now. Where was the affection between men and women back then? The Emperor’s teachings must be less rigid than that.”
“…….”
The crime of leaking military secrets to an outsider, although unintentionally.
Sunuk had to write such a public (love) letter.