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“… … .”
For a moment there was silence. Neither the president nor Cheon Myeong-guk seemed to notice the meaning of my words.
Why? Was it hard for me to say? Did I explain it as it is?
“So what did you just say… … .”
“I gave it as dog food. The dog ate it.”
“The treasure where Japan’s capabilities are concentrated?”
“Are you crazy now?”
The president and Cheon Myeong-guk burst out in amazement. I couldn’t say any more, but my eyes were chasing me strongly.
“Oh, actually, the result was sloppy. I tried to imitate the essence of a divine beast, but it was in the form of forcing the hearts of 8-level remains of a monster.”
“Still, it is a treasure of great value.”
“The dog ate it.”
Do you open your eyes that such a guy has gained some strength? I apologized in the middle, but I thought I had to catch up and teach them properly.
“Huh!”
The president shook his head in dismay. It must have been expected that Japan’s capabilities were concentrated. No, maybe I regret it? It just seems comfortable to think that Japan’s capabilities actually didn’t live up to expectations.
“By the way.”
“Yes.”
“How do you know if it is crude compared to the essence of the divine beast?”
Cheon Myeong-guk stabbed a sharp part. Come to think of it, it’s a secret that I know the essence of the divine beast well.
“I was able to compare because I met Shinsu.”
“Ahh.”
“Even so.”
The president was in the middle of cleaning up.
“I know what your intention is. Then you need to refine it a bit more.”
“Can you tell me?”
“If we only accept Japan’s request, we can provide an attack range, so it should be done in the form of a joint investigation. Then we can intervene whenever we want.”
Clearly, the details of the president were different. I was quite impressed with the ability to point out parts I hadn’t thought of. After all, the president is not for everyone.
“And one thing to know.”
“What?”
“To make the league known, the United States has no choice but to know.”
“I know.”
Although not as good as it used to be, the US’s ability to gather information is still considerable.
I’m glad to hear that the bait is increasing.
* * *
After Choi Jun-ho passed away, the president let out a long sigh and turned his head to Cheon Myeong-guk.
“How did you see it?”
“I was amazed and felt the gloom.”
“What?”
“I was amazed at his meticulous attention to detail in an embarrassing situation, and I felt gloomy that I would have to deal with Choi Jun-ho directly for five years when I became president.”
“Heh heh, five years will pass faster than you think. Don’t worry too much.”
“… … .”
The president laughed, but Chun Myung-guk did not.
So the president couldn’t just laugh.
“Do you resent me?”
“no.”
“The political power is still immature. If you answer with a grin like that, won’t your heart be revealed?”
“I really thought I could retire.”
“I also wanted to grant that wish. But considering the future of this country, I couldn’t. See now, what would have happened without us?”
Perhaps Junho Choi’s indiscriminate slaughter party took place on Dokdo. The diplomatic repercussions it will create will isolate South Korea internationally.
But Cheon Myeong-guk did not accept it.
“There are a lot of talented people in this country.”
“But not many people understand Choi Jun-ho.”
“… … .”
That was true.
The president said as if to comfort him.
“How about changing the direction of your thinking?”
“What are you talking about?”
“It’s not like you’re the only one going through this pain.”
“Yes?”
“Isn’t it too precious to go through the pain that Choi Jun-ho endures alone?”
“But this suffering must end on my own… … .”
“Is this place going to end with you?”
“… … .”
“If someone has a job to bear, it would be good to find the right person in advance.”
As the President did to him.
Chun Myeong-guk was shocked as if he had been hit in the head with a blunt weapon.
“… That’s right.”
Chun Myeong-guk’s blurred eyes focused.
“I have plenty of time, so let’s take a look around. Korea has been able to maintain this position because there are many outstanding people.”
“Someone has already come to mind.”
“Good.”
“flaw.”
There was madness in Cheon Myeong-guk’s smile.
* * *
Certainly, I thought that the president’s political skills were sophisticated.
Shortly after I left the Blue House, news broke that a level 8 remains had appeared near Dokdo, and it was announced that South Korea and Japan would jointly investigate.
This caused a commotion, but the political damage was minimized by announcing that such measures were taken because the monsters that appeared near Dokdo could attack Japan if there was a chariot.
It seems to be easier to draw the picture I want because it is supported by the political circles.
Now that the board is made, all that’s left is to wait for players to visit it.
Surely the league would have smelled it as well. And when they hear that it has something to do with the divine beast, they’ll run to it. I want to be caught in the net I spread out.
While waiting patiently, I gathered people around me and served lobsters caught on Dokdo.
Starting with Choi Jun-ho’s teammates, Lee Se-hee, Jeong Da-hyun, and Yoon-hee, who frowned at why he didn’t invite, were invited. And I take a generous amount and give it to my parents.
Suddenly, people could not hide their admiration for the lobster party held in the office.
Jin Se-jeong, who is seeing monsters for the first time, burst into admiration over and over again.
“Is this a harmful level 8 monster? I heard that it is one of the delicacies that only the really rich can eat.”
is it? I ate as much as I wanted when I wanted, so I didn’t know that.
“I’ll bring it often in the future.”
“really?”
“Because it’s not that difficult.”
“Yep! Then I will work harder for Choin!”
Since Jin Se-jeong showed such enthusiasm, I suddenly thought that it would be okay to do it in moderation.
I approached Lee Se-hee. Lee Se-hee, who was usually the pinnacle of elegance when eating food, was eating lobsters at a fierce speed now.
“If we could catch and farm lobsters that taste like this, we would be able to dominate the restaurant industry, but it’s a shame.”
“No fuss.”
“I’m serious. It’s a pity that I can’t keep it for a long time.”
All monster meat loses its force over time and the quality of the meat deteriorates rapidly, so it was better to catch it and consume it as quickly as possible.
“How about hanging out with Dahyun?”
“I felt I was lacking. When dealing with monsters, the balance is usually disturbed, but Dahyun only took advantage of it well. Still, I thought the gap would have been narrowed, but at the same time, I was saddened by the big things, but at the same time, I was motivated. We have to work harder.”
“It won’t be easy.”
“I still have to. and! I have Junho.”
Lee Se-hee looked at me with hot eyes. I felt the will to hold me and roll me to death. If it’s Lee Se-hee, then I’m not the only person left behind.
“And this time, I admired Junho’s technique.”
“yes?”
“Dokdo. It’s Junho’s work, isn’t it?”
“Ah, to be precise, the Blue House helped me.”
“In the past, such a collaboration was unthinkable. It is true that Junho has developed. I can guess who will come with the bait.”
Did you notice it all? I thought Lee Se-hee’s eyes were ghosts.
“I’m just a little worried.”
“What?”
“More power can be mobilized than expected. I don’t think it’s going to be a big threat, but it’s good to be careful.”
“okay.”
While listening to Se-hee Lee’s advice, I wondered if I had dug a trap too one-dimensionally.
What if I don’t notice it?
“will come.”
“okay?”
“yes. I think this is a conflict with Japan in Korean territory. That’s the key.”
Without knowing it, I designed such a profound trap.
As we were chatting with each other, as the lobster was about to bottom out, Berserker stood up and said to me.
“I think we need to do some sorting.”
“with me?”
Have you been drunk without drinking?
Berserker shook his head and pointed to one side.
“I’m talking about that guy.”
There was a dog sitting there.
“After visiting Dokdo, their eyes on me were very disrespectful.”
“Ah, that.”
As the dog is getting stronger, it seems like he’s trying to challenge Berserker. I thought it was a little early, but I thought that this would be quite fun.
“try. I cannot interfere with the sequence battle.”
“That’s good news.”
The lobster party ended in an instant, and a confrontation between the berserker and the dog was created.
Yoon-hee came up to me and said, looking at the match-up place with interesting eyes.
“There is a fierce battle for the first place in the rankings.”
“what are you talking about?”
“Aren’t you competing for the first place under your brother? It seems to me like that.”
What does that mean?
“My brother is indifferent, so I don’t know. But to other people, each has meaning.”
“okay?”
“yes. That’s it.”
I fixed my eyes on the berserker and dog fight. It was enjoyable to watch the battle between the dog, who couldn’t fully control his power yet, and the berserker, who pushed with overwhelming force and physical strength, and the skillful Berserker.
“By the way, are you on the side of the dog?”
“It is, but… … .”
“Why are you talking?”
“It’s a bit awkward because the cute taste of the past has disappeared. No, I’m scared.”
Is there such a sudden change in attitude?
“If a doggie hears it, it will be sad.”
“ah! Don’t tell the dog!”
“You don’t want to talk?”
“Of course! Do you know what the dog is talking about?”
I’m quick-witted.
There was nothing more to mumble, so I focused my attention on the showdown.
It’s a series battle of subordinates, so it’s quite interesting.
It seems that this is the battle of the bastards.
* * *
It was the Japanese side that was in a dilemma due to the Blue House announcement.
It was announced to avoid political burden, but as a result, it meant acknowledging that there was something in the vicinity of Dokdo, and the forces that were sensing the abnormal current noticed that there was something special about Dokdo.
It was reported that the league had dispatched a unit for observation, and news that other countries were showing interest came one after another.
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Meanwhile, interest in the United States has also been expressed. Still thinking of themselves as world hegemons, they took the form of trying to persuade the government by sending personnel directly rather than observing without the government’s permission.
It was Zolaman who was leading the diplomatic corps.
“Jun Ho! Wait a long time! how have you been doing?”
“You seem to be doing well.”
“I’ve been fine! I like the American Zola!”
James Reed walked over to me with his arms wide open, smiling brightly. I frowned and stretched out my hand, and he backed away in awe. Where does a chubby guy dare to hug him?
“Oh, why are you refusing?”
“Would you like it if it were you?”
“I’m so sorry!”
I made an openly sad expression on my face, but there was no reason for me to react.
Overwhelming white people are so disgusting.
“Tell me why you came.”
“I’m here because of what happened on Dokdo this time!”
“Are you coveting too?”
“yes. Is Junho not interested?”
“no.”
I already checked the real thing and there was nothing more.
James Reed, who had misinterpreted my reaction, said, with a barbed wire around his neck.
“It’s the focus of Japan’s research capabilities! Let’s move together! Once I have this, I am willing to share the achievements with Korea!”
“I wouldn’t give it to you in Japan. There is talk of a league coming.”
“I can overwhelm it all! All you have to do is put us in the joint investigation.”
Finally got what I wanted.
The United States also wanted to step in.
“Can you stop the league kids from coming?”
“Just hurry up and find it and pop it right away!”
Who taught this guy Korean?
First of all, when I think about it, there seems to be nothing to lose.
“try.”
“really?”
“uh.”
The more baits to attract the league, the better.
If they also covet the essence of the artificial divine beast, they will come with more power.
“Take this.”
“What is this?”
“charm.”
“okay.”
James Reed took the ring I gave him indifferently.