The Granddaughter of the Manhyang Escort Agency Hides Her Magic - Chapter 50

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Chapter 50

Chilseon was too old to learn martial arts. However, building stamina and driving a cart would be entirely possible for him.

Also, Manhyang Express’s Tiger Step Movement Technique could show some effect even if a beginner without internal energy just followed the forms.

‘Through rigorous training, that is. Just pass the test, old man. I’ll help you with the rest.’

Shin Ah had thoughts that would make Chilseon faint with gratitude if he heard them.

With her help, he could easily rise to the level of Sangjeasu, which was like the head of the Porters.

‘Just becoming a Sangjeasu would be enough to make a living. Even paying for his daughter’s medicine.’

And having someone like Chilseon become a Sangjeasu would benefit Shin Ah as well.

She could trust and delegate work to someone who was responsible, principled, and knew how to value his colleagues.

A capable Sangjeasu was someone who increased the success rate of escort missions.

During escort missions, things inevitably became difficult and tiresome, leading to irritation and problems.

Even on short escort missions, fights between Porters often broke out, delaying schedules.

In such cases, Escort Warriors would usually step in to resolve the situation, but preventing conflicts beforehand was more efficient.

‘Chilseon would become a focal point for the Porters. I’m really blessed with good connections.’

Shin Ah smiled contentedly as she finished organizing the bed chamber and came outside.

Just then, Juhwa, who had gone to gather information, and Mugyeol, who had finished training, entered the courtyard side by side.

But why are they acting so distant?

The two walked very far apart from each other. They even turned their heads away sharply, as if afraid their eyes might meet.

Anyone watching would think they had fought.

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In fact, Juhwa and Mugyeol had engaged in an argument close to a fight.

‘Don’t oppose what Miss Shin Ah does from now on.’

From Juhwa’s perspective, Mugyeol had picked a fight with her,

‘Who are you to say that? Are you someone important to Miss Shin Ah or something?’

From Mugyeol’s perspective, Juhwa was presumptuous.

Their confrontation ended when Mugyeol turned away to go train after they had glared fiercely at each other for a while.

“Did you sleep well, Miss?”

Mugyeol, who bowed in greeting, was drenched in sweat.

‘What kind of intense training did he do from early morning?’

Shin Ah found such dedication both admirable and pitiful.

“Yes, I slept well. You slept well too, right? Juhwa, did you gather any useful information?”

Last night, Juhwa had grabbed Shin Ah and pleaded with her.

To please speak casually to her.

‘Please do. You’ll team up with Mugyeol for the third test, won’t you, Miss? I’d like to work with you too, but… I know that’s difficult. Instead, if I pass, I want to work with you, Miss.’

For Juhwa, this was a conclusion reached after considerable deliberation.

Unlike the previous tests, the third test consisted of one Escort Warrior and two Porters. Juhwa had realized that Shin Ah and Mugyeol couldn’t possibly fail, so she decided to align herself with Shin Ah.

Getting Juhwa on her side was exactly what Shin Ah had wanted.

Shin Ah readily made the promise.

In fact, Juhwa had noticed Shin Ah controlling the Queen Bee at yesterday’s examination hall.

Though she didn’t know the specific method, she was certain that Shin Ah was an incredibly capable person.

And during yesterday’s test, Juhwa had clearly seen it.

Shin Ah’s composure that remained unshaken even in crisis, her ability to lead people regardless of age or gender, and her mysterious, unknown power.

‘Anyone who saw that and didn’t grab onto this opportunity would be an idiot.’

And seeing how Mugyeol called her ‘Miss’ and looked after her, she must be someone of high status.

‘I don’t know why someone of high status is participating in the Porter test, though.’

Both young Juhwa and old Chilseon had their circumstances for participating in the Porter test.

Shin Ah must have her own circumstances too.

Juhwa decided to focus on just one thing.

Definitely becoming allies with Shin Ah.

To do that, she had to prove her usefulness to Shin Ah.

“Yes, Miss.”

“Why do you call me Miss? Just call me by my name casually.”

“I couldn’t possibly do that. Mugyeol calls you Miss too.”

Juhwa glanced sideways at Mugyeol. She was irritated by Mugyeol, who only received Shin Ah’s care since yesterday without being helpful.

“Fine. Call me whatever you want.”

When Shin Ah spoke nonchalantly, Mugyeol’s cheeks puffed up like dumplings.

Shin Ah didn’t notice Mugyeol’s reaction and asked Juhwa.

“So Juhwa, did you find out anything?”

“Yes. When we go to the mountain for the third test, we can only bring three items.”

“What?”

This was an unexpected variable.

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“Does it make sense to only bring three items? We have to stay in the mountains for a full three days!”

The test assignment was announced.

They had to spend three days in the forest with the package and return to the Escort Agency. However, the package had to remain intact in the same condition it was brought in.

Up to this point, everything was as everyone knew.

However, there was something different from the previous test.

The condition was that besides the clothes and shoes they were wearing, they could only bring three personal items.

Just packing the essential water and food supplies already filled two slots.

People engaged in heated discussions about what to carry as the last item.

Shin Ah’s group was no different.

“Since we’re in the deep mountains, the weather could change unpredictably, so wouldn’t it be good to bring a tent?”

Chilseon looked up at the sky.

The sky was clear and bright with no sign of rain, but as Chilseon said, the weather in high and rugged mountains was unpredictable.

“If we get rained on and our body temperature drops, it would be serious, so we should definitely bring a tent.”

“We can take shelter from rain in a cave too. What’s more important is flint.”

Juhwa interjected.

“If we bring flint, we can pack less food. We can catch and eat frogs or birds.”

Juhwa naturally brought up hunting.

It was a good idea. If there were any blind birds willing to be caught by amateur hunters, that is.

Shin Ah fell into thought.

‘I could use Connect to make prey walk right into our hands, but the mana consumption would be too great. At best, it would be frogs.’

And she felt uncomfortable about eating animals she had made mental communion with.

“Fire can be made with just dry grass and tree branches.”

“I told you we can take shelter from rain if there are caves.”

While Chilseon and Juhwa bickered over whether to bring a tent or flint, Shin Ah turned to Mugyeol.

“What do you want to bring?”

“A weapon.”

Mugyeol, who had been deep in thought, accidentally spoke informally and was startled.

“Ah, Miss, what I mean is, what I want to say is…….”

“It’s okay. Speak comfortably. You want to bring weapons, why?”

Juhwa and Chilseon also closed their mouths and looked at Mugyeol. Mugyeol hesitated before opening his mouth.

“I heard that once we enter the mountain, there might be situations where packages get stolen or taken. The first reason is to protect our package.”

“Is there a second reason too?”

Mugyeol nodded his head.

“I thought there must be a reason for creating conditions that make supplies scarce.”

Shin Ah thought that Mugyeol had become much smarter over the past few days.

“So?”

“We have to obtain the scarce supplies ourselves.”

Mugyeol watched Shin Ah’s expression. Like someone who had committed some wrongdoing.

Seeing this, Juhwa realized something.

“You’re saying we should steal them?”

Mugyeol couldn’t readily agree. Mugyeol just kept glancing at Shin Ah.

What if she scolds me for having wicked thoughts?

Master Ok Chifung said that those who wield swords should live according to righteousness and chivalry.

But he wasn’t someone who wielded swords, he was someone who protected things. No, he was someone who protected Shin Ah.

If it was necessary to protect Shin Ah, he would drink poison and kill as much as needed…….

Mugyeol cut off his endlessly extending thoughts.

Chivalry, morality, and trust were useless in the face of Shin Ah’s safety and well-being.

“I’ll steal if it means surviving.”

Shin Ah immediately read Mugyeol’s intention. Mugyeol hung his head low.

“If that’s wrong…….”

“No.”

Shin Ah spoke firmly. Mugyeol’s eyes widened.

“You did well. That’s the right answer. If it’s to survive, to protect the package, do whatever it takes. Let’s do it together.”

Mugyeol’s eyes, who hadn’t expected praise, wavered.

“But it would be good if we don’t have to use weapons. Let’s think of that method first. Fighting is the last resort.”

“Why? Is it bad?”

Shin Ah shook her head.

“Because.”

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