Unwanted Visitors (2)

The resonant noises from the collision of metallic bodies broadcast the announcement of their appearance. Sungho stood from his situation, placing his hands atop of one another, bringing them on his stomach. He had to avoid any unexpected occurrences, like that of the papers he was hiding would suddenly fall off from his skirt.

And if this was to happen, he should expect his head to roll down on the floor. Hyun Sik and his men, along with Daewon, would be in major trouble too. He simply could not allow it.

When the clangor of the distant metals soon became clear to his hearings, Sungho perceived that the palace guards were presently crowding his courtyard. After the dooming pounds on the pavement, it soon became quiet. In just a minute, the clatter of the striking sounds continued again. But this time, they appeared somewhat fewer.