Genius Warlock-Episode 435
435. reformist (1)
Oliver asks if he can remove him from his position as CEO..
It was a request that made no common sense..
As evidence, Forrest, Joe, and Marie all reacted in surprise. However, on the other hand, everyone was also convinced. Indeed, it is an Oliver-like reaction..
Forrest leaned against the back of his chair as if he were tired..
“Can you ask why? Trying to refuse the CEO position?”
“hmm······. I'm wondering if I can take charge of it..”
“What's the question??”
Forrest asked. A gesture of not going too far.
“Would I be suitable for such a demanding position?.”
“Coincidentally, it is such a burdensome position that you have to take it. Because you are the key to this business. There's no need to explain that?”
Oliver nodded. Whatever it was, it was Oliver who allowed the development opposition committee to redevelop Area X..
“Is there any other way to participate? Is it some kind of move? Isn’t Forrest one of the representatives anyway??”
“Because I have to get work done. It would be more dangerous if I were the only representative. Whether it is an organization or a business, having a leader is very important. In particular, this incident... There is a difference like heaven and earth between whether you become a representative or not..”
Oliver couldn't agree with that, but he understood that Forrest was sincere. Because I could see his emotions through the eyes of a warlock..
Oliver opened his mouth after thinking..
“······To be honest, I feel a little guilty..”
“remorse?”
“yes······. I read the business plan.”
Oliver pointed to Forrest's business plan sitting next to the books and papers..
“I can see how much Forrest cared about this business. Even though I don't know much about business, I can see that they prepared very thoroughly..”
“Thank you.”
“Also, I can see how sincerely Joe and Marie put their lives and efforts into this business. She doesn't do it just for the money, she does it for the organization she belongs to..”
Joe didn't say anything, and Marie humbly said no. It seems like he's trying to relieve the burden Oliver feels..
However, Oliver knew that wasn't the case. I could see their emotions through their eyes. in more detail than before.
“But on the other hand, I am not to that extent. I know it's a very big business, and I know it's important to you all, but what can I say... I can't really feel it..”
“Realistic?”
“yes. No matter how much I think about this, I don't think it's anything more than the job of a troubleshooter introduced to me by Mr. Forrest... Even though it's important to you.”
Oliver's voice was the same as usual. However, perhaps due to the mood, there was a bitterness in it. The bitter feeling of not being able to sympathize..
Even Forrest, Joe, Marie, etc. Even though they are quite close friends. Oliver did not feel the importance of this project..
I just feel like it's one of those things I have to do to cover up my cluttered mind as a human meat cook..
Oliver knew that fact better than anyone else, and so he felt remorse..
At that time, Forrest opened his mouth. as if very satisfied.
“It's just right.”
“yes?”
“It's just right. Thinking about it at the level of a problem solver.”
Oliver tilted his head. It's hard to understand what you're saying. Forest explained it to Oliver..
“You have never failed in any of your missions as a problem solver. From capturing chimeras, recovering people, cleaning up contaminated areas, and even difficult out-of-town missions... It's better to approach it with just that mindset. Having affection doesn’t make you work better..”
“Is that so?”
“Well, I was a great restaurant worker when I was younger, but I didn't really love the job. If I had loved you, I wouldn't have turned over to a middleman..”
“ah······.”
“And there seems to be some misunderstanding. It's true that I'm asking you for help, but I'm asking for business cooperation. I'm not asking you to save a drowning person... If you don't want to take on this job, you don't have to take on it..”
“Is that okay??”
“Don't be too hasty... My point is to think of it the same way as requesting a problem solver. Don't consider your relationship with Nana, Joe, or Marie... Do you remember our past conversation? When first attacked by the anti-development committee?”
“I remember.”
“I thought the same way then and now, it's good to cooperate, but it's not a good attitude for someone to depend on someone else. For both sides. This is Landa. In Landa, you can only trust yourself..”
“······.”
“I take care of the internal and external affairs of the business, Marie and Joe take care of the troops and hands, and you have overwhelming force and value for your name. Let’s join forces and do business like this. Don't think about the ridiculousness of who helps who. If someone can't do their job, I plan to kick them out. It's the same for you too..”
Oliver saw Forrest's emotions. Even though he thought it was unlikely, he said that out of consideration for Oliver..
“Decide whether or not to do this job only considering the likelihood of success and the pay. Like when I took on the job of a troubleshooter..”
Forrest said, summarizing the situation neatly. Is that why? Oliver felt like his complicated brain had become clearer. So refreshing.
“······I want to take charge.”
Oliver answered. First of all, the financial compensation was not bad. Of course, there was already a lot of money, but the money was constantly being spent on Child's upkeep and experiments, so the more income the better. Especially if you have a stable fixed income..
Forrest was exaggeratedly relieved after hearing the answer..
“Huh, I'm glad. I was worried about what would happen if I refused..”
“Still, being the CEO feels a bit burdensome..”
“shit.”
Even while being persuaded, Forest muttered softly at Oliver's consistent attitude..
It was great to work with him because he wasn't picky compared to his skills and experience, but in times like this, I thought it would have been better to be picky..
“But it doesn't really matter. Anyway, since I decided to take over your job, you have to be the CEO..”
Forrest, whose blood pressure rose and fell for a moment because of Oliver, spoke calmly and firmly. Considering the emotional state, the statement had some basis..
“Why is that so??”
“I already submitted my business registration application. You are co-representative with me..”
Sincerity.
Oliver was so surprised that he opened his eyes wide and looked at Forrest in silence. Marie and Jodo.
But Forrest came out shamelessly..
“Don't look at it that way. This is what happened because I worked with you... If it's okay, I'd like to move on to talking about work right away. I read all the business plans.?”
Forrest’s posture became much more comfortable. Oliver answered.
“yes······. I read that some areas near the Fighter Crew residence and Marie's residence are being redeveloped. However, isn’t reconstruction rather than redevelopment better??”
“I read it properly... That's right, reconstruction is better than redevelopment. Infrastructure such as roads and sewage facilities will not be touched, and only unfinished buildings will be completed..”
“But why redevelopment??”
“First, it looks like there is more redevelopment than reconstruction. You have to look like you have money to save money. The second reason is because it is a place that needs to be redeveloped. Exactly, we're not going to do it ourselves..”
“yes?”
“Could you tell me about the contents of your business plan??”
Forrest's sudden request. Oliver was happy to comply..
“The primary goal is to redevelop the area around the fighter crew residence and the multi-family home where Marie lives, which I mentioned earlier. We are also attracting factories..”
“I did business with the city through Mr. Carver..”
“It's a deal?”
“Yeah, deal. If this area is developed and maintained peacefully for a certain period of time, we will recognize that Area.”
“How long is a certain period of time??”
Joe asked back dissatisfied. From Joe's perspective, it seemed like an act of stabbing... Strictly speaking, it was correct to stab.
“Usually about 6 months to 1 year... I understand that you feel bad, but please also understand the city’s position. Although it was a long time ago, the city had a hard time with a committee opposing development. Also, if you approach hastily and end up being embarrassed, it will inevitably be embarrassing for the city..”
“Is that why Mr. Carver came to the restaurant??”
Oliver asked.
“Similar. Originally, they were called in as reinforcements by the CEOs of small and medium-sized construction companies. Anyway, Mr. Carver supports redevelopment. Although he cannot help directly, he is willing to provide financial support through city-run business subsidies and bank investment..”
“How do you plan to attract the factory? Isn’t a factory something you can just build if you want to??”
Oliver questioned. Forrest answered this as well..
“Well, Crime Firm will help you with that..”
“Crime Firm?”
“Crime firm directors each own their own factories. Instead, they decided to set aside a portion of the profits once development was confirmed..”
It seemed like a reasonable deal. Although everyone is excited as rumors of redevelopment spread in Area X, taking risks is another thing..
Oliver seemed to understand something..
The redevelopment, or rather the reconstruction, that Forest is trying to do is just a preliminary step for the full-scale development of Area X..
Nevertheless, it is necessary to bear significant benefits and risks..
It was natural, considering that District.
Oliver asked.
“So what do we have to do??”
“First, we purchase the land we developed and the key land where future development will take place. First of all, you have to own land to be able to do anything. It is also good to make a profit when the city comes in..”
“Probably, you'll have to struggle a bit..”
Joe, a native of District.
“After hearing rumors about the redevelopment of this place, there were quite a few people who were disappointed. Land owners, building owners, the community living there, and non-affiliated gangs. Most of the people near where we live are familiar, so if you give them appropriate compensation and persuasion, they will listen, but in places where they don't, they will be determined and try to extort money from you..”
“I know because I experienced it when I was young..”
Forrest, who was involved in redevelopment in his youth, said:.
“Our fighter crew will have a few people, including myself, to help, but we won't be able to move much. There are a lot of people already using it at Crime Firm..”
“If that's the case, no worries..”
Marie, who had been listening quietly, opened her mouth..
“We also have a lot of children who need help..”
“Fortunately, neither do I. Among the fixers and mercenaries I deal with, there are many who want to settle down in a stable job. They are not lacking in skills, so they will do their part..”
A story that progresses smoothly. Then I had a question.
“So what should I do??”
Forrest, Joe, and Marie all looked at Oliver at the same time..
“hmm······. nothing?”
“yes?”
“I'm not surprised. However, it would be better to go about your daily life and wait until you request help. There is no need for you to step out right now, and it is common sense to keep important forces in reserve..”
Oliver was a little surprised by the unexpected answer. I wonder if being a CEO who receives a high salary doesn't mean he doesn't have to do anything..
‘Do you think it doesn't really matter? Anyway, I have to make the corpse doll and read the book I received from my elders..’
Just as Oliver was about to think so well, there was a knock on the door..
Everyone's eyes were focused on the door, and then a girl stuck her face out..
It was his first time seeing the girl, and Joe was startled when he saw her..
“Nora. I would have told you not to come here.!”
“sorry······. But, strange people came in front of me······.”
“person who is abnormal?”
“huh······. He said he was a druid and came to see Mr. Dave. He says he can't leave until we meet.”
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