What On Earth Did You Do?

The place Gu Wang-pyo headed to with Deputy Commander Nak Seok-do was a remote training ground that was once known to be sparsely populated even within the Peng Family.

However,

"Heave-ho! Heave-ho!"

"Arghhhh!"

"We can do it! We can do iiiit!"

It was no longer that quiet training ground with few people.

It had become a very lively place, constantly echoing with the sounds of the White Wolf Unit training as if their lives depended on it.

"Huh?"

Gu Wang-pyo's eyes widened as he arrived at the training ground.

He was bewildered by what was happening.

It was clearly training, but the intensity was so high it could be called hellish training without exaggeration.

Anyone watching would think the Peng Family was preparing for a major war soon, as each trainee was giving their absolute all.

A terrifying determination not to fall behind, or to die trying, was palpably transmitted even to Gu Wang-pyo.

If he had seen this scene anywhere else, Gu Wang-pyo would have simply marveled at it.

He would have thought they were remarkable people capable of great things.

But he couldn't do that now.

Because the ones training so desperately were none other than the White Wolf Unit.

So instead of pure admiration, Gu Wang-pyo found himself wondering if they had eaten something wrong, or if they were being threatened into this somehow.

Otherwise, it made no sense that the most disobedient bunch in Gu Wang-pyo's entire life were training without a single complaint like this.

No matter how he looked at it, it was them.

They were clearly the same people, but it didn't make sense.

No matter how many times he blinked and rubbed his eyes, it was still those damn fellows.

Huh.

It was beyond surprising; it was becoming miraculous.

No, how could such a thing be possible?

"It must look strange to you."

Seeing Gu Wang-pyo's wide eyes, Nak Seok-do spoke as if understanding his reaction.

"When I first saw it, I was so shocked I lost my words for a while."

"Are you saying they've been training like this for more than just today?"

"Yes. It's been quite a while since they started this. Thanks to them, some in our White Martial Squad were inspired and suggested we do the same, but everyone gave up after two days, saying it was impossible."

This made Nak Seok-do even more puzzled about the White Wolf Unit.

"Why do they train to such extremes on a daily basis? Honestly, I can't understand it at all. What reason could the White Wolf Unit Commander have for ordering such grueling training every day, and why do the members follow and endure it without complaint? It's not like someone promised them a fortune or anything."

"Hmm."

It was certainly surprising.

They weren't the type to endure such hard training for so long.

What on earth was happening to them?

For now, it was impossible to gauge.

"Ah, there he is."

Nak Seok-do pointed somewhere.

There, a very handsome man was talking with Peng Seo-jin.

Oh, so that's the man.

It seemed he was getting along very well with Peng Seo-jin.

As far as Gu Wang-pyo knew, although Peng Seo-jin appeared very sociable on the surface, he actually had very few people he truly cared about.

Having watched Peng Seo-jin for so long, Gu Wang-pyo could tell how he felt about someone just by looking at his expression.

From what he could see, Peng Seo-jin seemed to have a very favorable impression of this man.

'What an interesting fellow.'

The more he learned, the more curious Gu Wang-pyo became about this handsome man.

How on earth did he manage to make everyone follow him like this?

Gu Wang-pyo really wanted to know.

Soon, Gu Wang-pyo strode towards where they were.

Naturally, the attention of the training White Wolf Unit, as well as Yeo Un-hwi and Peng Seo-jin, turned towards him.

The faces of those who recognized Gu Wang-pyo immediately brightened.

"Oh! It's Elder Gu!"

"Elder Gu! Have you returned?"

For once, the White Wolf Unit ran towards Gu Wang-pyo with very welcoming faces.

In response, Gu Wang-pyo waved his hand at them as if shooing away neighborhood dogs.

"Don't pretend to be glad to see me! You thick-headed fools! What's there to be happy about!"

"Ahaha! You're as funny as ever!"

Despite Gu Wang-pyo's words, the White Wolf Unit laughed without a care.

They knew better than anyone else.

Who had run around trying to clean up the messes they had caused thinking they were doing the right thing, and who had stood by them to the end without giving up.

So to them, Gu Wang-pyo was someone they were very thankful for, grateful to, and sorry towards.

Even Gi-su and Gi-sang brothers, who usually went around with fierce frowns as a habit, had smiles all over their faces just for now.

In truth, despite his words, Gu Wang-pyo's eyes were also full of joy at seeing the White Wolf Unit.

Peng Seo-jin, recognizing Gu Wang-pyo, approached him along with Yeo Un-hwi.

"Elder Gu. I heard you were returning to duty. Welcome back."

"Haha. Our little one's polite words suit you quite well now."

"Ahem! Anyone listening would think you just returned from a vacation you took during my childhood. And please don't treat me like a kid in front of everyone..."

"Oh ho. This guy. Are you saying you're all grown up now? Just 10 years ago, you would have run up to me saying 'Uncle, you're here!' and hugged me."

"It was 14 years ago. 14 years! And please, can't you forget about those memories? Why does it seem like you bring up those memories more often as time passes? It's uncomfortable, you know?"

"Ha! Of course. How could I forget such precious memories? Heh heh."

"Anyway, you must be him."

Leaving Peng Seo-jin, who seemed to be losing words the more he dealt with Gu Wang-pyo, Gu Wang-pyo's gaze turned to the handsome man standing next to Peng Seo-jin.

"I'm Gu Wang-pyo. I'm in charge of the White Martial Squad."

"It's an honor to meet you, Elder. I've heard a lot about you from my wife and brother-in-law. I'm Yeo Un-hwi."

Yeo Un-hwi greeted him politely.

But in truth, he flinched the moment he first saw Gu Wang-pyo face to face.

Because his appearance was so similar to someone else's.

At that moment, there was someone trying to sneak out of the training ground.

Spotting this behind Yeo Un-hwi, Gu Wang-pyo grinned and said in a booming voice:

"Tae-san, you rascal! Are you trying to leave without even saying hello to your uncle after so long?"

Then,

Flinch.

At Gu Wang-pyo's words, everyone's attention turned to the back of the head of the person who was just about to leave the training ground.

It was Gu Tae-san.

He turned to look at Gu Wang-pyo, scratching his head.

"Ahem. Oh, you're here, Uncle. Um... how are you feeling?"

"My, how quickly you ask. You damn rascal."

"Haha... That's not what I..."

Ah, I see.

Yeo Un-hwi nodded as if finally understanding.

He thought they looked too similar, and it turned out Elder Gu Wang-pyo was Gu Tae-san's uncle.

"Surprised, aren't you?"

At some point, Peng Do-hwan had approached and spoke to Yeo Un-hwi as if understanding.

"At first, everyone is shocked when they see how similar they look without knowing. It's a process everyone goes through, you could say."

Soon, the Gi-su and Gi-sang brothers chimed in.

"I still can't get used to it. That Brother Tae-san is from the same family as the Elder? And a noble family at that."

"The strange thing is, they both look exactly the same, but somehow it suits Elder Gu, while Brother Tae-san doesn't look like he's from a good family at all. Don't you think so, Commander?"

Yeo Un-hwi chuckled.

It really didn't suit him at all.

Seeing this, Gu Tae-san's face turned red and blue.

"Hey, you guys. What are you saying? Why would I!"

"If you had any conscience, you shouldn't be asking 'why,' Brother."

"That's right. I think that even saying that is not enough. Honestly, it's not a matter of appearance, we realized that by looking at the Elder. This is a case that proves there are different classes even in souls."

"Aaargh! You bastards!"

"Hey, hey, run! Run! Our bear brother's eyes have gone wild!"

"Who are you calling a bear, you punks!"

As Gu Tae-san chased after Gi-su and Gi-sang to beat them, Gu Wang-pyo laughed heartily.

"Anyway, what funny guys. Making such jokes even with an elder present. Don't you think?"

"I think it's largely due to your influence, Elder."

"What a joke. Heh heh."

"It's not a joke though..."

As Gu Wang-pyo patted Peng Seo-jin's back amusedly, his hand was so large like a pot lid that Peng Seo-jin's body staggered.

Seeing this unusual sight of Peng Seo-jin, Yeo Un-hwi couldn't help but laugh.

Both Peng Seo-jin and everyone else seemed to become somewhat disarmed in front of Elder Gu Wang-pyo.

Although Peng Seo-jin was uncharacteristically grumbling a lot in front of Elder Gu Wang-pyo, it was clear that he actually liked him.

It was understandable.

Even in this short time, Yeo Un-hwi could tell that Gu Wang-pyo was a very generous and warm person.

Suddenly, Gu Wang-pyo stared intently at Yeo Un-hwi.

Yeo Un-hwi tilted his head and asked.

"Why are you looking at me like that? Is there something on my face?"

"You really haven't learned martial arts, have you?"

Gu Wang-pyo soon had a somewhat surprised look on his face.

"There's nothing particularly readable about you. Yet these guys follow you so well, it's really amazing. How did you do it?"

"Perhaps our sincerity connected?"

O Chae-mu, who had been quiet until then, chimed in.

"Sincerity, huh. Were you guys the type to be moved by such things?"

"Why do you say that? Is there anyone who communicates heart-to-heart better than us?"

"More like fist-to-fist, I'd say. Anyway, to think these wolf-like fellows would follow someone so well, heh. The world is full of surprises the longer you live."

It was truly fortunate.

Gu Wang-pyo, who had always worried about the White Wolf Unit, felt especially relieved.

He soon smiled brightly at Yeo Un-hwi.

"Anyway, I'm personally very glad to hear this, so I came to see for myself. Forgive me if I've been rude."

"Not at all. I've been wanting to meet you, so I'm grateful that you came to see me first. I look forward to your guidance in the future."

He was an interesting person.

For some reason, Yeo Un-hwi felt a sense of reassurance.

He thought the Peng Family would become even more interesting from now on.

But then,

"Oh ho. Is that so? You're asking for my guidance, are you? Hmm?"

Hearing Yeo Un-hwi's words, Gu Wang-pyo's eyes suddenly lit up.

"Pardon? Ah, yes. That's right."

As Yeo Un-hwi tilted his head in confusion, Peng Seo-jin's face somehow turned pale.