The crazy villain regains his mind - Episode 134
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The President and Jin Se-jeong talked for a long time. It was to the extent of canceling the next schedule that was originally scheduled..
“It was a useful time.”
“It was also an honor to meet the President..”
“Team Leader Jin’s idea of turning the game upside down was radical and novel. Please control Choi Jun-ho’s superman well..”
Jin Se-jeong shook his head at those words. A look of puzzlement appeared on the president's face..
What did I say wrong?.
“My words may be presumptuous, but I don't think you should think of controlling the superhuman..”
“then?”
“I need to understand.”
“understanding?”
“yes. I understand. It is necessary to understand what the Adept truly desires. Rather than bending the superhuman with my will, I help the superhuman make the best results with his decisions..”
“Helping is a difficult word..”
“But if you are the President, you can do it.?”
“I feel like I have to say that it is possible..”
“Because I believe you will do it..”
“Team Leader Jin’s words made me realize that I had been mistaken all along. Be careful.”
“Thank you for your understanding! I'll just go now.”
Jin Se-jeong bowed his head and went out..
“…….”
The President was lost in thought for a long time even after Jin Se-jeong passed away..
When he came inside to inform him of the next schedule, Cheon Myeong-guk showed concern when he saw that the contemplation was prolonged..
“Mr. President?”
“Ah, I was thinking deeply. The next schedule is?”
“You canceled.”
“It was like that. I'm confused.”
“Did you not like the conversation with Jin Se-jeong??”
“No, I actually liked it quite a bit. Because I have confirmed that conspiracies and schemes that I cannot imagine are rampant in a world I do not know..”
In particular, the last words I heard about having to understand Choi Jun-ho left a deep impression..
So far, all I've tried to understand is a few lines of information..
I thought we had built a human bond, but maybe not, the president reflected a little..
“Director Cheon knows about idols.?”
Cheon Myeong-guk shook his head..
“I only know roughly. The only idols I know right now are those who debuted 20 years ago.…….”
“Right. That would be the general perception.”
“Is there anything else you would like to say??”
“Team leader Jin Se-jeong, whom I spoke with today, is quite capable..”
“Is that so?”
“I could see why Choi Jun-ho was so successful in improving his image. My vision is very sharp. You have the ability to accurately see the essence of an event and lead it in the desired direction. Although I am showing humility. Even though we knew that Choi Jun-ho was an idol expert, we were able to achieve this result because we accepted him without prejudice..”
Cheon Myeong-guk learned that the president was very impressed by Jin Se-jeong..
Did you say you were a visual art director? I thought idols were just idols, but maybe that was just my bias..
“If I have the ability, I should get to know Choi Jun-ho so that I can guide him well..”
“No, he didn't want that..”
“then?”
“He wanted me to understand Choi Jun-ho more than I do now. What do you think Choi Jun-ho really wants? Level 9? Or maintain the status quo? better treatment?”
“…….”
“Maybe we were unable to narrow the distance because we tried to think only from our perspective..”
“I know what you mean. I think I did too.”
Fortunately, I noticed the problem before it occurred..
The president became curious about the place where Jin Se-jeong, who enlightened him, was located..
“I guess I should take a look at the idol world..”
I thought that if it really was such a spectacular world as Jin Se-jeong said, it wouldn't be a bad idea to look into it and study..
“Why not try it together??”
“Oh, I see..”
On the other hand, Cheon Myeong-guk, who had no idea at all, accepted the president's proposal with a shocked expression..
* * *
It was while visiting the office that I heard that the President had called Jin Se-jeong..
Suddenly at the Blue House? I wondered if the Blue House had finally recognized Jin Se-jeong’s capabilities. I'm sure you're not doing this to scout me. Are you really going to say that Jin Se-jung is changing jobs? It's been a while since my salary was raised, so should I raise it again? It's hard for this to happen when Lee Se-hee is busy. My head hurts a little..
I thought hiring talented people was never easy..
Lee Se-hee said that frequent salary increases are never good and that harmony and chemistry within the team should be considered..
Jin Se-jeong, who returned to the office not long after, expressed her impressions of her visit to the Blue House, as if to let me know that my worries were unfounded..
“It was fun. I thought it was amazing. I realized that he was at the pinnacle of power because he was that kind of person. I thought he was a nice guy when I saw him on TV..”
“Wasn't it scouted by the Blue House??”
“The Blue House me? Oh, that's ridiculous..”
“Well that's a relief.”
“Do not worry. I like it better now. It's fun to know things about the superhuman that the world doesn't know about..”
For some reason, that sounds scary. Is it an illusion?.
You're probably leaving malicious comments for me. Is it really true?.
“I think the image was good.”
“yes. Feel like getting a glimpse into a new world? But this isn't important right now. Did you hear about the new level 9??”
“I heard.”
As soon as the news became known, my smartphone caught fire. How could I not know?.
Anyway, it's level 9, so honestly, I wasn't very impressed with the content..
I am currently level 8 and what will change for me when I become level 9 in a while?.
There isn't one.
On the contrary, I think it will only increase the number of troublesome things..
But why do people think I will do it?.
This is what I thought after going back to the past and working as a civil servant hunter and even becoming a superhuman: the more rights, the better, and the fewer obligations, the better..
The strong basically enjoy more rights.
But the country won't just sit back and watch..
They are confined within the bounds of legality and made to fulfill more obligations in order to enjoy their rights..
As I became a superman, I was able to escape much of it, but there are invisible and intangible pressures..
Increasing obligations are not a good thing..
There is a big difference between striking down a villain when you see one in front of you and searching for the hidden villain..
If you play and eat, they'll push you to hunt monsters..
It only expands from a national scale to a global scale..
There are no real benefits.
But is there any reason to do it?.
“Let’s guess what Choin thinks.?”
“Why??”
“Hey, it's fun. You probably don't even care about level 9, right? Don't think that it will only increase the number of troublesome things.?”
“…….”
As expected, Jin Se-jeong is a ghost..
Do you have to be this talented to become a malicious commenter who will shake my mind?.
“I think Choin’s idea is right..”
“Are you serious??”
“sure. Just looking at level 9 is a play on words. Why did they include something like the World Association of Psychics when creating Level 9? It's about breaking away from the framework of national belonging and making sacrifices for the world. There will probably be more troublesome things..”
Surprisingly, my thoughts were the same..
Jin Se-jeong called it a bright apricot..
“I think things would be much better now if it weren't for the superhuman being willing to burn my body for a grand cause..”
“Similar idea.”
“also. Just be careful! People around you will probably try to push you around. Superhumans shouldn't get caught up in this! You're not the type to get involved anyway, so I'm not worried..”
“I will be careful.”
But is that all you need to be careful about??
I looked at Jin Se-jeong to see if he had anything more to say, but there were no further words..
“Anyway, my job is to assist the Adept..”
“Even if I become level 9??”
“Then, I have to assist you in that way. There is another method for that. You can create an image as a hero who will save the world.!”
You're trustworthy. I especially liked it because it didn't try to sway me..
Once you build up a certain level of friendship, most people try to take advantage of your power..
The only people who are free from this conflict of interest are Jin Se-jeong and Jeong Da-hyeon.?
“yes You can solve the rest in your own way. I can cover it.!”
If that's the case.
I'll just have to solve it my way when I get the chance sometime soon..
“And I have one more request..”
“yes? What is it like??”
“This can be a bit difficult.”
“Hey, what are you hesitating between me and you?.”
Isn’t there an employer who pays a lot of money and an employee who often leaves malicious comments??
I mentioned the main point because I thought I would get bogged down if I went deeper..
“It's about bringing villains into society..”
“By villain, are you talking about Berserker??”
“you're right.”
I said it was possible in front of him, but I didn't think it would be easy.…….
“I could! Please leave it to me!”
“…….”
so easily?
“I also did some research on Berserker. But this is really fun. If you cover it well, there may actually be a reversal in public opinion. Please trust us and leave it to us.!”
A sinister smile appeared on Jin Se-jeong's lips as she spoke..
I thought it was a very difficult task, but I thought it wasn't that bad..
Good, it's a waste to experience these malicious comments alone..
The blue dragon that was watching said something..
[When it comes to work, he seems like a person whose expiration date has passed by about a month. How can there be no normal people around you??]
“…….”
Actually, I was surprised too..
* * *
…Jin Se-jeong warned me about the surrounding atmosphere, but surprisingly, no one tried to push me..
Was it rain??
I had no intention of listening to it anyway, but it felt strange..
Is it because, as Yongyong said, everyone has a bit of a taste for it?.
[I think it's because I don't think it will work for you..]
There is no need to refer to the words of the blue dragon that interprets everything negatively..
[You ignore my words, which I gained through years of wisdom and insight.?]
They say Berserker isn't crazy, so can you believe it?.
[Is it past its expiration date? why do you think that's normal.]
Let go of the guy’s babbling words..
Since there was no one around to encourage me, I thought I could do whatever I wanted..
It's been a while since I had a meal with my parents. It was nice to be in a good place, show only good things and treat only good things, and it felt like I was making up for the mistakes I made in my last life..
But as always, new worries arise. I asked my parents.
“Don't have anyone bother you or anything that bothers you.?”
[You can't say it! He's going to kill them all. Wow!]
I grabbed the blue dragon, massaged it with my hands, covered its mouth, and waited for my parents' answer..
“does not exist. These are minor things. Thanks to my son, I am doing well..”
“Relatives asked me to borrow money?”
“I silenced him appropriately. He looks dissatisfied, but what can he do? He is trying desperately to get even the crumbs..”
I didn't know, but after I hunted the level 8 harmful monster, even my in-laws' cousin got attached to me and became a nuisance to my parents..
I thought about using this opportunity to sort it out, but my father said he would handle it, so I paid no attention to it..
Since nothing has been said so far, I guess I don't have anything to worry about..
“You don’t feel uncomfortable going around with a bodyguard.?”
“It was a bit like that at first, but now it's more comfortable. It's nice to have someone to talk to.”
“I like it too. Nowadays, it is difficult to find like-minded people. It's better to be close to someone who protects me.”
Safety was an issue that I paid special attention to when taking my parents to Seoul..
Right now, this apartment was also home to the upper class, had its own bodyguards from the Awakening, and was equipped with a state-of-the-art crime prevention system. Separately, he hired a bodyguard to protect his parents and went with them..
It may be uncomfortable, but I'm glad you're okay..
“And I think I'll be offered a level 9 this time. I wonder what you think.”
I decided internally, but I was also curious about what my parents thought..
“To be honest, I wish I hadn't..”
My father’s words were unexpected. I thought he would say he would be good when his son gets to level 9.
“Aren’t there a lot of things you hear when you come here? I don't think the US or the Supernatural Association would have made the suggestion with pure intentions. When you don't know, it's best to refuse and wait..”
“I wish my son would become famous, but that's enough for now. I will trust Junho’s judgment.”
[Why are you crazy but your parents are normal? amazing.]
“…….”
Yongyong is speaking the truth for the first time in a while..
[I always say the right things.]
It's a problem because you also say rude things..
anyway.
I felt reassured that my parents trusted me like this..
“Yes I will. If you need anything, please let me know anytime..”
“What do you need? Of course there is.”
Mother's eyes lit up..
what?
“I wish our Junho would bring a good woman and marry her.…….”
here suddenly?
The moment I was confused about how to answer, my father spoke in a stern voice..
“Why is this such a big deal all of a sudden? You have to wish for what you wish for.”
“It must be difficult?”
“To say the obvious.”
“…….”
I became an unfilial child without even being able to answer..
Why is the story going like this??
* * *
The news of a new level 9 created an uproar around the world..
James Reed, who is staying in Korea, also heard this news..
‘Not really.’
He realized right away that it was a plan to entrap Choi Jun-ho, but he was doubtful whether it would work..
Any other awakened person would be excited and rush to the title of level 9, which means ‘the world’s strongest,’ but Choi Jun-ho, whom he saw, did not seem to do so..
Anna Christine also criticized this and drank strong whiskey..
“That's stupid. It's a typical self-centered decision with absolutely no understanding of Choi Jun-ho..”
“also.”
“They think like that because they think they are moving the world. That arrogance gave birth to the monster called the League..”
“League.”
James Reed's expression hardened. Anna Christine handed over the whiskey bottle with an expression of understanding..
I sighed as I watched him drink it all in one go..
“The league is a monster, James..”
“know.”
“Now is the time to be patient.”
“I know that too.”
“It's hard to bear it?”
“I can endure as much as I want. If it's to kill the Hell Master.”
The smell of blood mixed with whiskey came from the voice through clenched teeth..
“Anna…….”
She is the fiancee of James Reed, who died during the formation of the League..
At the time, James Reed couldn't do anything..
Helplessness awakened him and made him the macho man he is today..
But the murdered fiancee never returned..
“Why is it that her name is Anna?.”
Anna Christine grumbled in displeasure, but didn't say anything more because she knew how hard James Reed lived for revenge..
After taking a moment to cool off, James Reed asked:.
“So what should we do??”
The plan to make Choi Jun-ho to level 9 is ultimately for the benefit of the United States. James Reed and Anna Christine are people who work for America. Her heart sank as she watched what seemed like an obvious failure..
I need to gather all my strength and clear the league as soon as possible, but things keep getting worse..
“All you have to do is just watch quietly..”
“Let's wait for the right time?”
“Yes, if we come forward and express our opinions, people will blame us when we fail.?”
“But they will also ask for our opinions. I can use research as an excuse, but what can Anna do??”
“Let’s take this opportunity to rest..”
“what?”
James Reed was surprised. Anna Christine was famous for taking few breaks as she quickly rose up the ladder..
That she is resting?
“Moving quickly doesn't mean you'll get promoted quickly. I'll take this opportunity to take a break and see what's going on..”
“It won't go their way anyway..”
“Do you see it that way??”
“Are you thinking differently??”
“No, I feel the same way..”
Anna is right..
But the fact that he had to intentionally let his hands go when running at full speed wasn't enough made him frustrated..
“I'm so frustrated that that's the best.”
“James has also changed a lot..”
“what?”
“It used to feel smart, but now even when speaking in English, people come across as lazy. It's not like I'm being eaten by the concept.?”
“ah…….”
A playful phrase to lighten the mood..
but it's true.
I guess I was adapting to the Korean language without even realizing it..
James Reed, caught off guard, sighed and scratched his head..
“That's right. You're so cool.”
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