Episode 152
“The future… the road to awakening…”
Kim Kang-gyun said while touching his forehead.
“What nonsense is this…”
Jo Man-cheol’s plan was simple.
First, spread rumors to spread suspicion, then find or fabricate and spread some evidence that will add credibility to the allegation.
If that happens, the suspicion will grow out of control, and ultimately, the guilds will grow distrust of Jeong In-soo, blocking cooperation and causing conflicts.
But this rumor is going in a strange direction.
Jo Man-cheol said with a firm expression.
“It is said that rumors spread contrary to their intentions, but… this is too far-fetched.”
It should have ended up being moderately suspicious, but it suddenly took off and turned into a conspiracy theory that anyone with a normal mind would laugh at.
“Are you going to force it?”
Jo Man-cheol, who had been silent for a moment, shook his head and said, after Kim Kang-gyun asked if he would spread the evidence of manipulation.
“no. If this is just a rumor, it doesn’t matter, but if Insoo Jeong noticed something and intervened to change the direction of the rumor… And they’ll be keeping a close eye on who’s already spreading the rumors.”
The reason why I chose the uncontrollable means of rumors is to prevent Jeong In-soo from noticing that the government has intervened.
“Then is it all in vain?”
Jo Man-cheol shook his head at the words of Kang-gyun Kim, who was exhausted.
“But it is not without results. Whether we intervened or Jung In-su intervened, the speed at which the rumors spread was enormous. In other words, this is no less proof that the hunters and guilds are also questioning the process of Jung In-soo’s growth. Jealousy, envy, or doubt. No matter what emotion it is. In other words.”
Jo Man-cheol said with a smile.
“That’s enough sparks to separate the two completely. It’s just a matter of how to set it on fire.”
“Then what are we going to do?”
“As a completely third party, there is no way to bring the two of them into conflict. Now we have to intervene, at least indirectly.”
Kim Kang-gyun said with a worried expression.
“If that’s the case, then it stimulates Jung In-soo…”
“So you have to move in a direction that is not stimulating. For example… like giving Jung In-soo a courageous battle.”
“Gamtight?”
“We are pushing Jung In-soo as if there was some kind of agreement between us and Jeong In-soo. From the guilds point of view, Jeong In-soo can feel as if he is on the same side with the government. We are just repaying Jung In-soo for helping us, so Jeong In-soo can’t really say anything to us.”
Kim Kang-gyun said with his eyes shining.
“That… it’s fine. Hopefully, I can really bring Jung In-soo all this way. But what if Jeong In-soo plays a prank on the things we gave him?”
“So that’s what I said. A place with no rights, only responsibilities. For example, Dangjin Dungeon Vigilante would not be bad. The Jeongin Guild is appointed as a vigilante group to help with security inside the Dangjin Dungeon. Of course, there is no benefit from that.”
Kim Kang-gyun said with applause.
“After all, it is an area that Jeong In-soo completely controls, so I give him a place that has virtually no meaning. good idea!”
“you’re right. However, from the hunter’s point of view, businessman Jung In-soo and vigilante Jung In-soo will have different feelings. Of course, this alone is not enough. So you keep making similar gestures. To give the feeling that Jeong In-soo and the government are on the same side. That’s how I slowly make Jeong In-soo rise to the guild’s guard.”
Jo Man-cheol said with a confident expression.
“Of course, in the process, the government has to take the form that it really has nothing to do with it. Jung In-soo is a suspicious person. You are moving in the direction of introducing and passing the vigilante bill by having a first-elected lawmaker.”
“A vigilante?”
Jo Man-cheol’s sudden visit was surprising, but the words he delivered were even more surprising.
“Yes. It was initiated by our party’s first-time lawmaker. this is true Intention is good. It is not possible to establish security in the dungeon with only national hunters, so let’s try to control it through the vigilantes… The question is what to believe in the guilds and even give them a vigilante position. If you just leave it alone, it’s out of control. However, it is a legislator’s right to introduce a bill, so we can’t do anything about it.”
“Then why can’t we just block the passage?”
Jo Man-cheol sighed and said.
“It’s not as easy as you think. As you know, the support rate has dropped a lot, so the influence within the party has decreased a lot. That’s when I remembered CEO Jung.”
“Me?”
“The core of the vigilante bill is to give vigilante missions to guilds that are mainly active in each dungeon. So, I think it would be a great help if CEO Jung directly runs a vigilante group and helps the government establish security in the dungeon.”
I thought for a while and said.
“So… are you saying this to me to watch over the hunters who are active in the dungeon?”
“Of course, it would be best if you would do that… We are well aware of President Jung’s situation, so we will not forcefully demand anything. Just think of it as a light meal.”
“Then what are the benefits of being a vigilante?”
“Vigilante is an abbreviation for Self-Guard. People who stand up to protect themselves. If the government grants preferential treatment, there is an issue of equity.”
I said with a smirk.
“This is what you are saying, do your work without pennis-free.”
“There won’t be any more demanding than that.”
“Then, are the vigilante members limited to me and the Jeongin guild?”
“you’re right.”
I looked at Jo Man-cheol and said.
“Let’s think about it first. The bill has not yet been passed.”
“Although it does not have great authority, the title of a government-accredited body is by no means light. So, if you think of this as a gift we give to CEO Jung, I would appreciate it.”
The meeting with Jo Man-cheol ended like that.
I said, looking intently at the place where Jo Man-cheol had left.
“The people who have been ignoring me all of a sudden are giving me this kind of place as a gift? Hmm···.”
Obviously there must be some intention.
Looking at this alone, there is not much difference from now.
Actually, as the owner of the city and the owner of the black market, I was involved in all the big things that happen in Dangjin Dungeon City.
In addition, the inside of the Dangjin Dungeon is in virtually all control over the forward base and transportation team I built.
Literally, it’s like giving you a nice, fancy seat…
The question is, what is the government trying to get out of it?
“Maybe he caused an accident in the dungeon and then held me accountable… no. It’s literally a show place, but you can’t just tie me up with that. Then what?”
I pondered for a moment and murmured.
“Am I overreacting?”
Since there are no decent results these days, it may be the intention of making me and the Jeongin Guild into vigilantes to make them face-to-face.
However, there have been some rumors that have been circulating recently, so you have to be as careful as possible.
The government is also one of the prime suspects.
I picked up my cell phone and called someone.
-Yes. Representative Jung.
“Director Kim. Could you give me some time? I have something else to discuss with you.”
“…you must be misunderstanding something, but I’m not a development person, I’m a member of the interpersonal group.”
At Kim Byung-tae’s words, I tapped my chest and said.
“So you have the money. When did I get you to work for free?”
“Obviously I don’t get it… That’s it. Please speak. What are you doing this time?”
“Today, Chief Secretary Jo Man-cheol suddenly came to visit. And then…”
When I explained everything that just happened, Kim Byung-tae patted his chin and said.
“It’s a vigilante group…”
“What do you think?”
“There is no reason to refuse, and there is no pressure on the position. However···.”
Kim Byung-tae said with a meaningful expression.
“Like rumors, it’s a place where hunters may be reluctant.”
“That’s why I applied for counseling now. Because something is not clear.”
“Do you think the government is the one who spread the rumors?”
I shrugged and said.
“I do not know. I’m not sure. Because there is so little information. Besides, I don’t really have anything to hold on to.”
“If the government is the cause of the rumors, and this vigilante group is also an operation aimed at President Chung … I know one thing for sure.”
“What is it?”
Kim Byung-tae looked at me intently and said.
“The government is more afraid of President Chung than I expected. I don’t know if it’s because of the CEO’s influence or personal connections, or if it’s because of something that CEO Jung has.”
….why does the story flow there?
“I said that I would put the second irrational number because the first number was blocked, but if it is just a number that has too many groups, it means that we are approaching it with that much caution. Of course, this is only the case when the government is the source of the rumors.”
It’s really hard to talk to a smart guy.
I can understand why Jo Han-gil neglected Kim Byung-tae.
Do I have to say that it hurts to stab the core of something?
“Then, think of the government as a party to the rumors and say it. As far as home.”
“Then it would be in the same vein as spreading rumors. It’s arousing a sense of rejection among the Hunters towards CEO Jung. So, I’ll give you a vigilante position and then work. CEO Jung…”
Kim Byung-tae said with a smile.
“The work of the vigilantes is very active and good at monitoring and supervising the hunters.”
Instead of scheming to hurt me, make it look like I’m doing a good job?
that makes sense
It’s hard to make a case, but it’s easy to wrap it up like you’re good at it.
Kim Byung-tae said with an interesting expression.
“By the way, the more you talk, the more interesting it is. If this assumption is true, I suddenly wondered if this was done to attract President Jung as an ally. To be precise, should we say that we are creating a situation where we have no choice but to take the side of the government? This is unless the government, which has only been in office for just over a year, is so afraid of what the heck is… President Jung is holding the key key.”
I said waving my hand.
“It’s not just a home, it’s a home. What can I say that the government is afraid of me?”
stop, stop
Where the hell are you going?
I know you’re good, so please stop.
“Anyway, how should I deal with it?”
“Isn’t it simple? Rejecting the vigilante position is enough. Then use something the government fears to give the government a tacit signal that you know everything and stop, and that’s it.”
“…that’s right.”
A very simple solution.
but something is missing
“Of course, as I said before, this is a story under the premise that the government is a party to rumors. If it wasn’t the government, but if they made a clumsy threat… the government could feel a real sense of crisis and draw its sword.”
The government is suspicious.
But there is no certainty.
So if you reject it, it’s over, but that’s not enough.
‘Isn’t it a gift earlier? A government-accredited organization is not a light seat.’
I pondered for a moment, then pulled out an envelope from my pocket and said.
“This is today’s consultation fee.”
“Obviously not…”
“Of course you won’t, will you?”
I put it back in my arms and said.
“I’ve added extra money, so I’ll visit you later.”
Kim Byung-tae shook his head and said.
“ha. That’s it. By the way, you seem to have finished organizing your thoughts, what are you going to do?”
Kim Byeong-tae’s method is to overthrow the government’s plan.
But I have no intention of being satisfied with that.
It reconstructs the board made by the government on a more overwhelming scale.
I said raising the corners of my lips.
“Didn’t the government give you a cause? Then you have to move accordingly. It is beyond imagination.”
The law was passed and the founding ceremony of the vigilante group was held.
I was baptized with flashlights by reporters and was awarded a vigilante badge by Chief of Staff Cho Man-cheol.
– Jeong In-soo, leader of the vigilante group.
I said looking at the name engraved on the nameplate.
“Isn’t this nameplate very colorful?”
“I was a little concerned. haha.”
I said to Jo Man-cheol in a quiet voice.
“Did you say it was an act of fasting?”
“There are reporters, so we’ll talk about that later…”
“It’s not that I’m trying to tell you the good news.”
“good news?”
“I’ve been thinking about it, and I don’t think this is going to end up as a culinary thing. Definitely going to do it. Shouldn’t it be worthy of this splendid plaque?”
Then, anxiety began to dwell in Jo Man-cheol’s expression.
“···CEO Jung, this is just a place to show you literally. Even if you don’t care that much…”
“no!”
I said with a firm expression.
“The government is pushing me like this, so I have to actively cooperate!”
Then my secretary came up to me and said,
“CEO. All discussions with the Dangjin Merchants Council are over.”
“okay?”
Jo Man-cheol said in an urgent voice.
“A merchant … council?”
“That’s right. As you said back then, the vigilantes aren’t groups that came up to protect themselves. If so, the merchants who are part of Dangjin Dungeon City should also help out. The same goes for water. The discussion we just discussed is that all the merchants of the Dangjin Merchants Association should work together and pay 1% of sales to the vigilante operation fund.”
“right. operating funds?”
You’d be surprised.
Dangjin Dungeon City has already grown into a city with a population of tens of thousands, and 1% of the total sales of merchants from there was never a small amount of money.
And, of course, the scale of the vigilante group that rolls with that money will of course be much more overwhelming and huge than the scale Jo Man-cheol expected.
“With this fund, we plan to pay a certain amount of money each month to the vigilantes, as well as a reward for solving crimes. And moved by the sacrifices of these merchants, I plan to pay at least billions of dollars every month to the fund.”
That’s up to the money I invest separately.
“ruler. Wait. Representative Jung. We didn’t expect that much…”
“Uh-huh. What do you mean? We have to protect not only the dungeon, but also ordinary citizens. We need a solid system for that!”
The birth of a new organization that receives money from merchants to maintain security.
Although they seem to wear the masks of vigilantes, their operation is no different from those of gangsters.
It uses the coat of arms given by the government to transform it into a real gift.
It is the zoning of the vigilante groups in Dangjin.
The vigilante group is further expanded into one other separate faction.
A security force led by me who receives money from the citizens of Dangjin and protects them with the money.
When such powerization is completed, the vigilantes will eventually wield uncontrollable power in Dangjin.
And I, their leader and money maker, will be able to lead them.
In effect, it is a legitimate organization that has been accredited by the government.
I looked at Jo Man-cheol with a bewildered expression and said.
“Relax! That Jung In-soo will lead the vigilantes well and lead them well into an organization that helps the country!”