Surviving the Romance Fantasy

“I have always had a story to share. As expected, you have a strong base, so you recover quickly.”

Gwibi’s welcoming tone permeates through the winter air.

It was to the point of wondering if they were the same person as Hwayongseolga’s illegitimate child and glanced at them from the podium.

He must have suffered quite a lot of injuries that day, but he still maintains a dignified and beautiful appearance.

Even if most of the wounds can be covered with powder, the scars on the fingertips must have been deep.

In addition to the red silk clothes worthy of the owner of the Suzaku’s Palace, a golden hairpin is stuck in her hair. There was an accident, but in the end, the owner of the treasure seems to have become Ingwibi.

‘Taepyeong…’

Yeon-ri, who was sitting beside her with her head down, was breaking out in a cold sweat.

‘Isn’t it…?’

The issue of Sukbi Jin has not been resolved yet, but this time, Gwibi In is going to enter the Palace of the Baekseon.

It must have been a cold sweat from Yeon-ri’s point of view, but I had a lot to say on my own. How could there be time to think about something like a master’s wife in the chaos of demons?

“okay. I heard that they received a lot of things, but those tight-fisted officials did well to allow such things to the descendants of the Hwa-yong-seol family.”

“I… that’s…”

Wasn’t it you who gnashed the teeth of the descendants of Hwa-Yong Seol-ga more than anyone else?

I couldn’t say that I was crazy, and all I could do was say that I was grateful.

“Hmm… The man who used to say everything he couldn’t say in Mt. Maybe it’s burdensome because the ladies-in-waiting have a lot of eyes?”

That was nagging.

“Then shall I return my maid?”

“…Uh, can you recklessly retaliate with the maid?”

“why. Maybe I need an escort? Kahahahahak. Huh.”

I laughed like I was in a good mood, but I was startled and covered my mouth with the collar of my royal robe.

I looked around as if I was momentarily taken aback, and after confirming that some of the ladies-in-waiting flinched, I shook my head. It was hard to see Ingwibi’s confused look with her eyes wide open.

“I laughed so lightly. I apologize.”

“No.”

“Hello, Hyeondang. I’m going to have a brief chat with the savior of my life, so wait outside the middle gate of Baekseon Palace with the ladies-in-waiting for a while. There will be important conversations at stake, so don’t open your ears recklessly.”

“Hey, dear lady.”

Before the Hyeondang could say anything, a lady-in-waiting, who seemed to have a position equivalent to that of the vice-maid, tried to stand up with a trembling voice.

It was not very good for her to stay and chat with her husband as the crown prince.

However, the Hyeondang stood up and answered.

“Since there is a lady-in-waiting next to you, it will be fine.”

I was talking about Yeon-ri. The words themselves were not wrong.

As it was, Hyeondang led the ladies-in-waiting and went out of the middle gate. While watching her from behind, Yeon-ri lowered her head and whispered.

‘Taepyeong-ah… please… aren’t you wasting your life…? This… it’s not…’

‘I’m embarrassed too… Stay still to organize your thoughts… It may not be the situation you imagine…’

Whispering so briefly, the lady-in-waiting who sent the maids away looked back again.

Looking at the elegance of the court attire flowing down like the feathers of a suzaku, the muddy appearance of the princess I saw last night feels like it was a dream.

“There are two reasons why I entered Baekseon Palace without saying anything in advance. One was that I wanted to take a look to see if your body was in good shape. Well, I lived thanks to you, so I should put in the effort of walking myself.”

“I would have gladly gone if you had called me directly to the Suzaku Palace, but that step is too precious to move to check on a third-rate warrior.”

“Kahahahahak. You, too, know how to speak your mouth when the seat is heavy.”

Then, as if bewitching, he opens his half-moon eyes and talks. The corner of his mouth raised with a sigh of satisfaction.

“I don’t feel too bad.”

“It’s nothing like flattery.”

“You don’t look like that, but you have a knack for words, yes.”

After saying that, Ingwibi brushed off the collar of her royal robe several times before speaking again.

“Teach me a sword from now on. The second reason for coming is this.”

“…yes?”

“There is fear in the swordsmanship of Qingdao palace commanders. However, your sword has spirit.”

The memories of the dances exchanged on the rostrum of the birth festival must have left a deep impression on the princess.

“They say they have no intention of getting ahead, so I’ll take care of something else in return. I still have to think more about what that could be… but there’s a lot more I can do than I thought. so…”

“In-gwibi-nim.”

It would be absurd for a warrior to cut off the princess of the palace. I spoke boldly because I had no eyes to see.

The queen’s eyes were full of confidence that I would accept her offer. That’s why it was rather difficult to get the words out.

“Teaching a sword… that’s a bit…”

“…”

“Difficult… might be…”

Instead of feeling intimidated, put on a puzzled expression. It’s really like a noble person. He came thinking that he would accept his offer of course.

Well, how could you think that a third-rate warrior of Baekseongung would refuse the request of a noblewoman?

In Gwibi looked at me and Yeon-ri’s expression as it was, then… With that ghostly intuition, she made an expression as if she had grabbed something.

“I’ve been feeling it for a while now, but you guys are hiding something from me.”

He is as sharp as a ghost in this part.

He trudged over, lowered his head, and talked while keeping his eyes on me. Cold sweat started flowing profusely.

“Try to shake off everything. How do you know if I can help you in any case?”

“…”

“…”

Is this the devil’s delusion?

Yeon-ri and I had to fall into deep trouble.

“Ha ha ha. Ahahahahaha.”

Even if she doesn’t have the eyes of a lady-in-waiting, the figure of a princess smiling endlessly to the extent that she wonders if this is okay.

Yeon-ri and I had to keep our heads down in front of him and avoid looking at him.

“hahahahaha, yes. There was such a thing. Certainly, if it’s Lady Jin’s love affair, it will be a great disaster for you.”

“It is a serious crisis for me.”

“okay. I see Don’t take it too lightly. However, the situation was more ridiculous than I thought and I lost my dignity. I apologize.”

In Gwibi sat on the floor wiping her tears.

At the same time, Yeon-ri and I, who were kneeling on the floor, quickly came down. There was no way I could sit in the same seat with Ingwibi.

Seeing this, the queen looked dissatisfied with something, but she closed her eyes for a moment as if she thought there was nothing she could do about it. Did he himself realize the difference in social status?

“okay. I wondered why it was so difficult to cross swords. Did you know that I would even have feelings for you? Did you think that I couldn’t even discern that much? Kahahahahak.”

As he said that, he opened his eyes halfway and smiled.

“You don’t look like that, but surprisingly, you have a lot of self-consciousness.”

“…”

“It’s just that Aunt Jin’s judgment isn’t perfect because she hasn’t reached her age yet. Whoa, I don’t think I’ve laughed this much in a long time. Indeed, you far exceed my expectations every time.”

When the other person talks like that, this side rather embarrassing. In fact, looking at it objectively, this was an excess of self-consciousness.

Is it useless because he is pickled in a life crisis caused by Jin Suk-bi?

Indeed, yes… Yes… Yes…!

Actually, this is normal…! Why did I forget that obvious fact…?

“okay. It’s definitely a difficult situation if you think about it from your point of view. Considering the laws of the concubine, it would be better to avoid unnecessary noise. I’ll keep an eye on the situation to make sure there’s no problem until my savior Jin becomes a bit more sensible. It will be a brief romance that blooms as if a season passes anyway. It’s something everyone goes through.”

“This… the noble lady…!”

“Also, keep an eye on the blue dragon palace so that there are no problems within the concubine. Do you think you can teach me the sword at this level?”

“In-law…! The savior of my life… is not me, but the queen…!”

Suddenly, a halo starts emanating from the back of Ingwibi.

Unable to control my heartfelt gratitude, I nodded to the queen.

“If the lady-in-waiting takes care of you personally, how could my life be in danger!”

Isn’t that the talent you wanted so much!

Until Jin Suk-bi becomes clear in his mind, someone who can prevent any incidents from happening…!

He is even as authoritative as Aunt Jin, so it’s hard for Sookie Jin to ignore those words…!

He even has the ability to take a look at the overall condition of the concubine to avoid complicating the situation…!

If this is not a thousand troops, what is it?

In God who is not a human noble. just a god

All of these crises, like a knife being thrust into my throat, are almost solved by the presence of the royal princess.

If it’s with the help of the Inquisitor…! What are you more worried about…!

“Oh, looking at you, I can feel how desperate you are.”

“It was truly a life-and-death crisis. However, it feels like the light is opening up thanks to the help of the queen.”

“Since you are so happy, I am not in a bad mood. Then, let’s make the story organized.”

In Gwibi got up, dusting off her palace clothes. It seemed that he was very satisfied that the story had worked out well.

“I won’t send another person after me.”

Saying that, Consort In went toward the middle gate of Baekseon Palace, wearing a court robe.

I almost shed tears because of the halo that stood on his face with such a refreshing smile.

I bowed 90 degrees toward Ingwibi, who was leaving the middle gate of Baekseon Palace with the maids of honor.

Thank you thank you. Dear Lady Loyalty Loyalty!!

“Tae.. Tae-pyeong-ah..”

“That.. yes, Yeon-ri… at this point, there is no need to worry anymore..”

“Yes.. that’s right.. The fact that the queen-in-law personally stepped forward to look after the situation, in fact, means that most of the incidents within the concubine can be dealt with…”

Before long, Yeon-ri and I hugged each other and ran around. I was finally freed from all this situation.

Living every moment with sincerity, I feel like God is admiring me and helping me.

okay! All crises are over! Finally I am free!

Survive in Ropan!!!!!

Wan!!!!

*

‘Is it spring soon?’

Courtyard of the Palace of the Emperor. A few cotyledon leaves poke their heads through the soil in the garden.

It was good news for Ingwibi, who disliked the cold winter.

‘I hope the day gets warmer soon.’

Carefully inspecting the procession of ladies-in-waiting following her. It’s been a while since I’ve been to Baekseon Palace, so I need to get back to the inner room quickly so that the maids can get some rest.

While walking with such thoughts in mind, I suddenly looked at the empty courtyard of the Suzaku Palace. Late at night, in the moonlit courtyard, an unknown romance lingers.

It was a thought that came to mind even in the dungeon last night. Indeed, it doesn’t matter if the reason to be alive is not so grandiose.

Even if you are the governor of Jeongseon. Even if you are the owner of the Suzaku Palace.

Just looking up at the high moon, thinking it was beautiful, and watching the courtyard lit by the moonlight with bated breath.

Can I feel that I did well to be alive?

The man who quietly wrapped a cotton cloth around the arm of the Hyeondang in the dungeon seems to have lived thinking that way.

It leaves a strange feeling of embarrassment in fully accepting the idea.

Even so, I couldn’t deny it, so it may be that a smile seeps out of me when I think of him.

“It is cold. Eat it in the inner room.”

When Hyeondang talked about it, Gwibi In smiled and replied that she understood.

Walking back in slowly, I thought of the thoughts of that time, and I thought it was a memory. Even though it was a life-and-death crisis, didn’t you overcome it? After a time of trial, we usually choose only the good memories and keep them in our memories.

The conversation I exchanged with the man was fun because it was unpredictable, and I also had some admiration for the man’s convictions about life.

He closes his eyes and hums, which he doesn’t normally do, surprising himself.

As I walk with such thoughts in my mind, the image of a man who tore his clothes and threw off his shirt to wrap it around the body of a princess suddenly comes to mind. It was said that the upper body was full of traces of training in its own way.

His shoulders tremble and he runs his chin with his sleeve.

“In-gwibi-nim?”

“…For a moment, my feet got cold, so I stopped. Let’s go in quickly.”

“yes.”

In Gwi-bi walked forward, bowing her head and hiding her expression, looking around.

‘It’s a delusion…’

After whispering to myself, I quickly went to my room.

……

I don’t know if it was Seol Tae-pyeong who was overjoyed, but he had to know.

Originally, life is… a series of trials…

Baekseon Palace (1)

Baekseon Lee Cheol-woon was famous as a friend of the previous emperor and a famous guru, but it was not long before he entered Cheongdo Palace with the Baekseon position.

The former emperor tried to give him the position of Baekseon several times during his lifetime, but it was not easy to tie him to the Baekseon Palace because he had a strong sense of wanderlust wandering around the mountains of the country.

Then, when the sun emperor died enjoying his heavenly life, Baekseon finally appeared in Qingdao Palace.

It was said that he poured himself a glass of alcohol in front of the large table prepared for the funeral of the former emperor, and only then asked the secretary of state if there were 100 seats left.

After accepting the will of the former emperor and making him the first white line, the Sangseo-gwan tried to attach numerous escorts and maids, but he refused them all.

And he entered the grand Baekseon Palace alone, and began to live alone in the boudoir. He was truly an outlier among outliers.

Many years have passed since then.

Various senior officials stopped by Baekseon Palace and asked if it would be a good idea to attach a minimum escort, but Baekseon refused as all of them were annoying. At first, the senior officials who were worried that the authority of the white line would fall to the ground, but later came to the stage of wanting it anyway.

While he was sitting in Cheongdo Palace, only four people took him there.

Middle school maid Yeon-ri, apprentice warrior Seol Tae-pyeong, naive officer Choo Young-seok, and secretary Wang Han.

What the hell did he see in the people of the Baekseon Palace, who were all different from each other in rank and background?

Ringworm’s eyes seemed to see something that normal people couldn’t see. Perhaps for this reason, for a while, there was speculation among people that the people of Baekseon Palace had some other qualities.

In fact, last winter, news circulated that an apprentice warrior named Seol Tae-pyeong cut down hundreds of ghosts in one night.

Certainly, there is something about the people in the White House.

Is it because of the mysterious feeling of being a place where immortals reside? Among the people, the space called Baekseon Palace had suddenly become a mysterious place with such a fog.

“Old man.”

“What.”

“Rice… ran out…”

“…….”

Food materials received from the main palace come out according to the number of people.

There are only five people in this magnificent palace, and it is the palace of the Baekseon. Unless I’m robbing myself or hunting, I’m usually thrifty and manage food ingredients well.

“Taipyeong. it’s not like you Aren’t you good at managing food materials?”

“Yeon-ri, who couldn’t hold back her anger, tried to cook the rice herself, but it turned out to be soaked rice instead of rice.”

“…Isn’t that enough to eat?”

“I’ve had a few drinks, but the stone is chewed up inside.”

“What the hell would you do if a lady-in-waiting couldn’t cook a meal?”

“So I’m not holding a knife in the kitchen.”

When I stood up and slid open the door to the boudoir, Yeon-ri was kneeling against the wall, standing in punishment.

Tears were brimming with resentment in his eyes. I couldn’t stand the new record of 27 years of rice soup in total, so I stole the rice to cook.

Although Yeon-ri often learns mysterious recipes such as sashimi and skewered meat here and there, her cooking skills are very immature. That’s why she always came running to me when she heard a recipe circulating among the ladies-in-waiting.

Except for the cooking, her skills were excellent for a lady-in-waiting, but her cooking. Cooking was a problem.

Although he himself knows that fact and eats what he is given, he could not stand it and went on a eccentric trip once in a certain period of time.

It was a day like today.

“For the time being, I will have to buy rice outside the palace.”

“I will go out and buy some. Other than that, you may also need some simple spices. I have the money I received as a reward the other day, so it’s a little more relaxed. hahahaha.”

“done. Take the money out of the boudoir box roughly matched.”

“…Ah, yes…”

After talking like that, I kicked my sword and came out of Baekseon Palace.

The sun is bright and the sky is high. The air is cool, but not too cold.

Yes, it is spring.

Greeted by Seol Tae-pyeong, a regular warrior. It was the spring of my 16th birthday.

Cherry blossoms were in full bloom at Cheongdo Palace.

*

The process of going out of Cheongdo Palace is so complicated that I wonder if it really is okay.

Unless there were a few handmaids tied to the concubine, going in and out of the palace was not restricted by rules. However, the problem is that this Qingdao Palace is so wide that it is really ridiculous.

In fact, the concubine where Seolran works is the size of a large village, but the main palace is twice as large as that.

Walk with the large Eowen (Emperor’s Garden) stretching along the outer wall on your right, and when you come straight out of the main palace, pass along the Taecheon-daero that you see, and go through Jangwonmun, Sukyeolmun, and Jeokgung in turn. When you go out, you have to pass through the Inhyeopmun (仁俠門). If you take care of the physical examination here, you will finally be able to leave the outer palace.

However, it has not yet come out of Cheongdo Palace.

If you watch the soldiers training along the open Cheonhyeong-daero, you can see Taeseongmun, the largest gate of Cheongdo Palace, in the distance.

This huge empty lot with a stone floor is called Neungyeonteo. They crossed this place and headed towards Taeseongmun, but there was no way they would open that huge door for a mere warrior.

After confirming your identity at the relatively small auxiliary door next to it, you can finally step out of the filthy wide Qingdao Palace.

It took me an hour to walk through all the procedures and sit down, so it’s understandable why the dignitaries who actually live in the palace don’t bother to leave the palace.

When you come out of this door, you will finally come to a huge ecliptic. This is the capital of Qingdao.

It’s too far to go out to buy a bag of rice. When I think of having to carry a heavy bag of rice with me on the way back, I sigh.

“If you sigh so heavily, it makes me feel very uncomfortable, Tae-pyeong.”

“…”

“Mi-I came here with a sorry heart, so I don’t have any more complaints…”

Still, it feels good to come out of the palace after a long time. It’s an open spring day, so it feels all the more enjoyable.

“Come to think of it, it was really messy during the birthday party… but after that it was peaceful…”

“okay. Baek Seon-gung was originally a leisurely affair, but there were no special incidents…”

Yeon-ri and I enjoyed the spring vibes as we entered the marketplace of Hwangdo.

As the hostess became entangled, I wondered what would happen at one time, but whether it was because of the Ingwibi’s efforts or if it was all my fault, nothing happened after that.

It was peaceful until the end of winter and the end of spring… How fortunate is this?