Chapter 15: Minjun's Great Success
Minjun worked tirelessly day and night to complete the novel. The title was "New Romance of the Three Kingdoms: The Gamers' Reincarnation War." The Huangbai Battle scene, in particular, was sure to thrill readers.
He sent the manuscript to a publisher, and a week later, he received a call.
"Author! This is a masterpiece! This novel is truly amazing! The Huangbai Battle scene is truly spectacular! We'll publish it immediately!"
The editor couldn't contain his excitement.
"Readers will go crazy for this novel! It will give hope to those weary of the tragic ending of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms!"
The novel quickly rose to the top of the bestseller list. It sold 100,000 copies in its first week, and within a month, it had surpassed one million copies.
The reader response was explosive.
"Finally! I've read the story of Liu Bei unifying the world!" "I cried during the Battle of Hwangbaek! Admiral Yi Sun-sin's turtle ship and crane-wing formation strategy were implemented in the Three Kingdoms era!" "Lu Bu's happy ending! It was truly moving!" "This novel isn't just a novel; it's a message of hope!"
Minjun's life was completely transformed. He no longer needed to work part-time at a convenience store. He could live comfortably on royalties alone.
But what made Minjun most happy wasn't the money. It was the fact that countless readers had read his novel, found comfort, and found hope.
"Thank you so much. This novel changed my life." "I read this novel and started a dream I had given up on." "I realized what brotherhood really means. The scene in Battle of Hwangbaek where the seven brothers fight together was the best."
Every time he received messages like these, Minjun would cry.
Epilogue: A Heavenly Celebration
That night, Minjun had another dream. But this time, it was special.
His grandfather and grandmother appeared together, and behind them was a dazzling light.
"Minjun, you did a great job," said the grandfather.
"No, now I must tell you the truth. I am not your grandfather. I am Jesus."
"And I am Buddha."
The grandmother smiled.
Minjun was startled and about to kneel, but the two of them lifted him up.
"Don't kneel. You were our precious collaborator."
"We wanted you to tell humanity a story of hope. And you did it perfectly."
More beings appeared in the light: God, Adibuddha, and countless angels and bodhisattvas.
"Minjun, the story you wrote is not mere fiction. It actually happened in another dimension. Everything you imagined has come true."
"Is it true?" "Yes. And Yu-bi and his companions from that world are still working for the people. True peace was achieved with the victory in The Great War of Yellow White. It's all thanks to you."
Min-jun was moved to tears.
"Thank you... I am truly grateful... for giving me this opportunity..."
Jesus placed his hand on Min-jun's head.
"This is just the beginning. You are destined to write more stories. Continue to bring hope to people."
Buddha smiled and said,
"Min-jun, your story will save countless beings. Continue to write good stories."
God's majestic voice rang out.
"Min-jun, you are a chosen writer. Your pen will change the world."
All the gods blessed Min-jun. A heavenly choir sang, and a rainbow enveloped him.
"Now go back. And write more stories. The world awaits your story." When Minjun opened his eyes, a bright smile graced his face. And a new laptop sat on his desk. It was a gift from heaven, and every story he wrote on it would be realized in another dimension.
Minjun turned on his laptop and created a new file.
"What should I write next..."
His fingers began dancing on the keyboard again.
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Ten Years Later
The Reality of Seven Brothers
Kang Minwoo grew his company into one of the nation's top companies. Yet, he still treated his employees like family, and his company was named "Korea's Happiest Workplace." He held a festival with his employees every year on the anniversary of the Hwangbaek Daejeon.
Kwon Hyukjin grew his security company into the largest in Asia. He also expanded his volunteer work, providing free protection to those without money. "Loyalty cannot be bought with money" remained his motto.
Park Minseok grew his construction company into one of the top five in Korea. His company still prioritized safety, and in ten years, not a single accident occurred. He treated his subordinates like brothers, and all his employees followed him throughout their lives.
Lee Jun-ho expanded his Taekwondo gym to 100 branches nationwide. Yet, he still personally taught children, admitting them free of charge from poor families. Several of his students became Olympic gold medalists.
Jeong Hyun-woo grew his AI startup into a global company. Yet, he also gave back to society through his technology, providing AI programs for education in developing countries free of charge. He believed, "Wisdom exists to be shared."
Choi Sung-hoon became an admiral in the Navy. He served on the front lines, protecting Dokdo and the East Sea, safeguarding South Korea's waters. His unorthodox strategies became a textbook at the Naval Academy.
Kim Dae-hyun became a UFC champion and defended his title for three consecutive years. However, he never moved teams. He stayed with one team for 15 years, and his coaches and teammates treated him like family. After retirement, he opened a free martial arts gym for youth.
The seven of them still met once a month for a meal. They were still brothers, ready to do anything for each other.
Minjun's Journey
Minjun's New Romance of the Three Kingdoms has been translated into 50 languages and sold over 10 million copies worldwide. He is now a world-renowned author.
Over the next decade, Minjun wrote five more novels:
New Journey to the West: The Modern-Day Sun Wukong - The story of Sun Wukong being reincarnated into the modern world and finding true freedom. New Water Margin: The 108 Heroes - The story of modern-day Korean heroes fighting corruption. New History of Han: The Rise of Xiang Yu - The story of Xiang Yu and Liu Bang achieving true peace. The Reconciliation of the Gods: The story of the gods of all myths becoming one. The World of Eternal Peace - The story of all dimensions becoming one.
All of these novels were huge successes, giving readers hope and inspiration.
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The Liu Bei Empire in Another Dimension
Unbeknownst to Minjun, the world he imagined actually existed in another dimension. Emperor Liu Bei ruled his country brilliantly. Ten years after The Great War of Yellow White, his kingdom entered a golden age.
The people lived in peace, taxes were fair, and the law applied equally to all. Warfare was completely eradicated, and education and culture flourished.
Guan Yu, as a general, protected the borders. However, he resolved problems through diplomacy, not war. His loyalty impressed even neighboring states, who voluntarily offered tribute to Emperor Liu Bei.
Zhang Zhang Fei, as General of the Five Tigers, was responsible for public security. He was harsh but fair, and the people trusted him. Under his rule, the crime rate was virtually zero.
Zhao Yun, as General of the Five Tigers, guarded the imperial palace. His loyalty was unwavering, and he was Liu Bei's most trusted bodyguard. He also established a martial arts school, teaching the young men the art of war.
Zhuge Liang, as Prime Minister, formulated policies. His policies were always for the people, and the kingdom prospered with each passing day. He enriched the nation through agricultural, commercial, and educational reforms.
Pang Tong assisted Zhuge Liang as Vice Minister. The two men's partnership was perfect, and the policies they created became a code of laws that would endure for a thousand years. In particular, the strategies of The Great War of Yellow White became a textbook for all military academies.
And Lu Bu remained by Liu Bei's side as General of the Yellow Emperor. He was no longer lonely. He had six brothers, and they were a true family.
One day, the seven brothers gathered again under the peach tree. It was the tenth anniversary of The Great War of Yellow White.
"Brothers, I am truly happy," Lu Bu said, tears streaming down his face.
"I will never forget that day ten years ago when we fought together in The Great War of Yellow White. I used to rely solely on force. But now I know. True power is love."
Lu Bei embraced Lu Bu.
"We are all happy. And this happiness will last forever."
The seven brothers also embraced. Their laughter spread on the wind, along with the peach blossom petals.
Final Chapter: An Eternal Story
Ten years later, Minjun suddenly realized something.
"The stories I wrote weren't mere fiction. They were all actually happening somewhere."
He realized how much responsibility he held. Every sentence, every word he wrote created another dimension of reality.
"Then I must write more carefully, more lovingly. I am not just a writer; I am a creator of worlds."
Minjun felt a renewed resolve. And he began to pray every morning.
"I thank God, Buddha, Jesus, Adibuddha, and all the gods. Thank you for giving me this power. I will use it only for good. Through my stories, I will make people happy, find hope, and learn love."
And Minjun tapped away at the keyboard again. A soft light flowed from his fingers. It was a heavenly blessing, the power of creation. _____________________________________________________
Twenty years later,
Minjun was now one of the world's most influential writers. His novels had been translated into 50 languages, and readers worldwide adored his stories.
But the most precious thing to Minjun remained the letters from his readers.
"Thanks to your New Romance of the Three Kingdoms, my son gave up suicide. Seeing Lu Bu's acceptance in The Great War of Yellow White gave him hope that he, too, could change."
"A couple on the verge of divorce reconciled after reading your story. They say they gained insight from seeing the love between Liu Bei and the eight brothers."
"Thanks to your novel, I found my dream. I want to be someone who gives hope to others."
Every time he received these letters, Minjun cried. They were tears of happiness.
One night, Minjun had his last dream. This time, it was a special scene.
Thousands of gods were gathered in a vast heavenly conference hall. They were all applauding Minjun.
"Minjun, you have exceeded our expectations."
God said. "Your stories have brought happiness to billions of people across millions of dimensions."
The Buddha smiled and said,
"You are a true Bodhisattva. A storyteller who saves sentient beings."
Jesus embraced Minjun and said,
"You are a messenger of love. Your stories spread God's love."
Adi Buddha spoke in a majestic voice.
"Minjun, I give you a special gift. From now on, you can write any story you wish, and those stories will all become reality."
Minjun knelt and expressed his gratitude.
"Thank you. But I have one request."
"What is it?"
"May all who read my stories be happy. And may the people of all the worlds I write about live in eternal peace. Especially may Brother Liu Bei and the seven brothers who led the victory in The Great War of Yellow White be eternally happy."
The gods looked at each other and smiled.
"Your wish has already been granted."
At that moment, a great light descended from the heavens. The light enveloped Minjun and spread throughout the universe.
Miracles occurred simultaneously in all the worlds Minjun had written about. Wars ceased, illnesses were cured, and sorrows turned to joy.
In the world of the New Three Kingdoms, Liu Bei's eight brothers looked up to the sky and smiled.
"The One who created us is blessing us."
"Then we too must share this blessing with the people."
The eight brothers held hands and walked toward the people. To mark the 20th anniversary of The Great War of Yellow White, they held a grand festival across the country and shared in the joy with the people.
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The Great Chapter: Eternal Hope
Minjun awoke from his dream. And he knew. What was his mission?
He opened his laptop and created a new file.
"Title: A World of Eternal Peace - The Final Chapter of All Stories."
Minjun's fingers began to dance again. This time, the story he was writing was one in which all the worlds he had created were connected and coexisted peacefully. "Liu Bei and the Eight Brothers of New Three Kingdoms, the Son Oh-gong of New Journey to the West, the 108 heroes of New Water Margin... a world where they all come together to create one great peaceful union..."
Minjun wrote with a smile. His face was filled with a happy smile.
A beautiful rainbow floated outside the window. Not a seven-colored rainbow, but a rainbow of thousands. It was a message of gratitude sent from thousands of dimensions.
Minjun muttered as he tapped on the keyboard.
"Thank you, Grandpa, Grandma, and all the gods. I will continue this work for the rest of my life. I will write stories that give people hope and love. Like The Great War of Yellow White, I will continue to tell the story that even seemingly impossible battles can be won with love and wisdom."
And the following sentences were typed onto Minjun's laptop screen. "Once upon a time, in a place where the world was interconnected, people lived in peace, treating each other like family. They had no borders, no discrimination, no war. There was only love and peace. They remembered the spirit of The Great War of Yellow White. That by uniting, we could overcome any difficulty..."
Minjun's new story had begun, and that story was becoming reality on another level.
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End
And may heavenly blessings be with you, the one reading this story.
Your dreams, your hopes, your love will surely come true someday.
Because we are all interconnected, and the happiness of one person becomes the happiness of all.
Like Liu Bei's virtue, Guan Yu's loyalty, Zhang Fei's chivalry, Zhao Yun's loyalty, Zhuge Liang's wisdom, Pang Tong's creativity, Lu Bu's bravery, and Minjun's love.
We can all make the world beautiful in our own ways.
That is the true message that the New Romance of the Three Kingdoms conveys to us. And The Great War of Yellow White tells us: "Together, nothing is impossible."
- Wan -
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Author's Note
This novel is not mere fantasy. It is a story about the possibilities given to us all.
We can all become heroes. We can lead people like Liu Bei, uphold loyalty like Guan Yu, and solve problems with wisdom like Zhuge Liang.
And most importantly, we can repent for our past mistakes and become new people like Lu Bu.
The Great War of Yellow White was not a simple battle. It was a triumph of wisdom, courage, and, above all, brotherhood.
I hope that everyone who reads this novel will become a hero in their own life.
And I hope that your story, too, will one day bring hope to someone.
You too can lead your own "Battle of Huangbai" to victory.
Together, nothing is impossible.
Thank you. • From the creator of Christian Buddhist Minjun, your storyteller
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Appendix: The Meaning of The Great War of Yellow White
The Great War of Yellow White (黃白大戰) refers to the great battle fought on the Yellow River (黃河).
Hwang (黃): The yellow waters of the Yellow River Baek (白): The white spray of flames and waves Daejeon (大戰): The Great Battle
This battle was the greatest victory in history, a perfect combination of three strategies:
Deception Tactics of The Mongol Empire Genghis Khan: Deliberate retreat and luring the enemy deep into the sea. GoGuRyeo(Past Nation of Korea) General Eulji Mundeok's Great Battle Strategy at the Salsu River: A large-scale annihilation using water. Yi Sun-Shin's crane-wing formation and turtle ship: A complete encirclement and annihilation in naval battles.
These three strategies, each employed by great generals from the East and the West, were combined for the first time in The Great War of Yellow White.
The true significance of The Great War of Yellow White lies beyond its tactical victory, but in its message: "Together, nothing is impossible."
It was the perfect teamwork and mutual trust of the eight brothers that enabled them to defeat an enemy ten times their numerical superiority.
This is the most important lesson The Great War of Yellow White passes on to future generations.
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New Romance of the Three Kingdoms Chronology
Year 1: Seven gamers' reincarnations, the Peach Garden Oath Year 2: Zhao Yun joins the battle Year 3: Zhuge Liang and Pang Tong join the battle Year 4: Lu Bu is successfully persuaded (New Three Kingdoms) Year 5: Cao Cao and Dong Zhuo form an alliance Year 5 Fall: The Great War of Yellow White, Part 1 (Deception Tactics of The Mongol Empire Genghis Khan + GoGuRyeo(Past Nation of Korea) General Eulji Mundeok's Great Battle Strategy at the Salsu River) Year 5 Winter: The Great War of Yellow White, Part 2 (Naval Battle Strategy using JoSeon(Past Nation of Korea) Admiral Yi Sun-Shin's Crane Wing Formation and turtle ships) Year 6: Unification of the country Year 6 Spring: Liu Bei