The crazy villain regains his mind - Episode 296
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While I was visiting the United States, the news about Cheon Myeong-guk, who emerged as a presidential candidate, was heating up..
After appearing in public opinion polls after his trip to Saudi Arabia, his name went up and down with the title of being the president's 'heart' and a 'key player' in the current administration's approval ratings..
Bringing a load of oil, which was more precious than gold, was the place where the president could leave the greatest impression..
That event was used as Cheon Myeong-guk's debut..
Of course, the impact is bound to be strong..
As a result, he was consistently ranked first in the approval rating of the presidential candidate..
Unlike politicians whose existing image is heavily consumed, the freshness, solid achievements within the Blue House, and the president's image-making added to the mix, and the approval rating soared to the point where the expression "syndrome" would be appropriate..
It felt a little absurd to say that the biggest reason for support was because he played a decisive role in bringing me in and was able to handle me best..
The reason why all the attention was focused on the flood of articles was simple..
This is because the approval rating is so overwhelming..
Even though it is not a member of the ruling party, it shows an approval rating of over 40% in many opinion polls, and when it comes to a bilateral match, its competitiveness rises to 60-65%, which is like dropping a nuclear bomb on Yeouido..
They say that politicians have bullish approval ratings, and that seems to be true. When I looked at him from the side, he always seemed like a person with an upset stomach..
Perhaps because he is currently ranked first in approval ratings, the National Assembly Square where the candidacy is being held was crowded with reporters..
I came to see how Cheon Myeong-guk spoke, and next to me was Jeong Ju-ho..
“I didn't know you would come either.”
“I am more surprised that the director came..”
“I'm digging a grave with my own hands, but I feel like I need someone to watch over me..”
I was giggling at something funny, but I couldn't understand why..
In my view, there is only a difference in order between Cheon Myeong-guk and Jeong Ju-ho..
Well, in the first place, you can't really see your future..
“Do you think you will do well??”
“You'll do well. But it won't be easy.”
“what do you mean?”
“He is not an established politician, so he has a fresh taste, but he does not engage in political activities, so he lacks core supporters. Because people who literally supported the regime are supporting it based on their background. I don't know if Myeong-guk, who is an ardent supporter of the president, fits the bill 100%. The key is how to overcome it. Well, I don't think it'll be a big problem if you're next to me..”
“why am i.”
“Because the results you bring will be your approval rating. When you look at that alone, there is no one who can do it as well as Myung-guk. The president must have seen that part too. Oh, it's here.”
When I turned my head at Jeong Joo-ho’s words, Cheon Myeong-guk appeared. However, it looked quite different from when I saw it at the Blue House. In the Blue House, the look was that of a office worker who was tired of the world, but now it is a styling that has a dignified and upright feel..
He was trustworthy in handling work and seemed likeable with a calm and good impression..
They said he was declaring his candidacy for president, but he styled it. Jin Se-jeong said that. The styling may vary depending on the image you want..
At that time, I didn't even know what I was, but I came a long way by accepting that I was an idol and my world view..
I think that kind of styling looks better..
Anyone who sees Cheon Myeong-guk for the first time may get the impression that he is trustworthy..
“Oh, here we go.”
Cheon Myeong-guk's declaration of candidacy was extremely smooth. However, perhaps in order to maintain his original freshness, he preferred an honest and straightforward appearance rather than a politician's unique speaking style..
To those who don't know him, he may seem like a novice in politics, but to those who know him, he doesn't cause unnecessary arguments, clearly states his thoughts, and doesn't say things that his supporters will like and that his opponents won't like..
Isn’t this 9th level politics?.
And what I emphasized the most was my relationship..
“It has to be that way. Because the biggest asset is the president’s halo and his friendship with superhuman Choi Jun-ho..”
That was something I knew well..
“The international situation is in turmoil and neighboring countries are in chaos. Now that Plus Plus stage monsters have appeared, one strong person has a lot of influence. Choi Jun-ho Superhuman is our treasure, light, and friend. Based on his deep relationship with us, we will create a safer Korea and a Korea where people can live comfortably..”
While listening to Cheon Myeong-guk's speech, an old thought came to mind..
I seriously considered killing him because he was the one who led the great compromise that caused me to suffer during my hematoma..
If I had taken action as soon as I saw it, a lot of things would have been different. Now that I think about it, I realize that being patient just once made a lot of difference..
Of course in a good direction.
Wouldn’t Cheon Myeong-guk think so too?.
Unlike my last life, I now have a future in which I look forward to the presidential election. I can't say I'm from the past, so it's just my imagination.
Jeong Joo-ho, who was next to him, was truly impressed by Cheon Myeong-guk's speech..
“Hey, that guy complained that he was having a hard time, and then he became a politician. There will be no worries for the next 5 years. Just by looking at it, the game is over. what's the matter?”
“Just.”
Cheon Myeong-guk is preparing for it, but I guess he himself doesn't know..
I have to keep it a secret too. I was curious about his face when he found out the next batter was him..
* * *
Cheon Myeong-guk's declaration of candidacy was a huge success. There was a synergy between the freshness of not being an established politician, the accomplishments that brought me there, and the trust that came from assisting the president in running the existing state administration..
As a result, the approval rating reached its highest level of 47%. In fact, wasn’t Cheon Myeong-guk a political genius??
“I got the result.”
Berserker saw the trend called the Cheon Myeong-guk phenomenon and briefly commented on it..
“The primary isn't over yet.?”
“The president pushes for it, but the results are obvious. Especially since he is a president who still has power..”
“Is the president strong??”
“Of course. Monsters appeared and their authority became stronger. Moreover, the power of a president with a high approval rating is enough to make anything he wants possible..”
“okay?”
In front of me, I didn't know because he was just a nice person and a good worker..
Well, it's not wise to put power first on me..
In that respect, the president's behavior is remarkable..
Anyway, I just saw Berserker in a new way while listening to him..
“Since when were you interested in politics??”
“Didn't you know? I am also a member of the ruling party. I was planning to cast my vote during the candidate primary..”
“really?”
That was a bit of a shocking statement. The guy who was good at going crazy was a high-ranking political figure..
Even as he spoke, he seemed to have his own firm thoughts..
I'm sure he didn't vote when he was a villain. Probably not, because if that were the case, the awakened people would have been dispatched right away..
But considering his eccentricity, I thought he might have tried it at least once..
“I have another strange idea..”
“It's not.”
“There is a way to notice something strange. It's something that's hard to put into words..”
Anyone who sees it will think you have mastered mind reading..
“Returning safely means that you captured the divine beast. How was it??”
“What do you think it was like??”
Berserker looked at me for a moment and then blurted out..
“I think it's the same as usual.”
Mind reading is a piece of shit..
“I almost died.”
Even thinking about it again, I think I was lucky. The Thunderbird's power was frightening, and with luck in its first effective attack, it was able to lay the foundation for a counterattack..
If that move hadn't worked, I would have been the one to die..
I answered calmly, but Berserker's expression was one of shock and fear itself..
“That's about it?”
“How on earth did you look at me to make that expression? Then, did you think you would get the answer that it was easy to deal with Shinsu?.”
“I thought that with your strength, it could be enough. But I guess that wasn't the case.”
I am also human, so of course I can struggle. Even though he defeated the Thunderbird, victory cannot be guaranteed even if he fights again. So what I need to do is acquire a body strengthening gift that can withstand high-speed flight..
Berserker seems like a great gift shop, doesn't that kind of gift run out??
It seems like if you beat it up enough, it will evolve and give you a physical strengthening gift..
give it a try?
“don't think weird.”
“I've never done that before.”
“It was all revealed in your expression.”
“okay?”
I guess my mind relaxed after catching the thunderbird..
When you see your thoughts revealed on your face.
As always, it's not good to let down your guard, so you have to take care of it..
I chatted with Berserker without any particular topic..
“Nothing much happened while I was gone.?”
“Most people probably don't know that you've been to the United States..”
“Still, quite some time has passed?”
What I want most is to dilute my presence by being as invisible as possible..
In particular, Jin Se-jeong's worldview policy was a matter of caution. This helped me build a strong support base, but I kept getting asked for strange things..
I thought that strangers would think of me as an idol if they saw me..
Berserker's mouth curled up at my reaction..
“Are you tired of being treated like a superstar? Kkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk!”
“Do you know how much you suffered because of Sohee??”
“Thanks to you, my daughter became a star at school. She put off bringing her friend next time and said she wanted to have it all to herself, so much so that she burned up her motivation..”
“…I wish you could bear with that.”
“Any fan wants to monopolize a star. Especially if that star is a superstar who dominates the world. Just know that I suffer every day. I'm thinking of you so I'm blocking it.”
“Thank you very much. Are you done? Anyway, that fan sentiment will naturally disappear as my exposure frequency decreases..”
That's what it means to be young and energetic. If your curiosity is not satisfied, you will quickly move on to another place..
At what point could I have given up on becoming stronger? If that were the case, the hematoma might not have appeared. But I wouldn't have been as strong as I am now.
If you lose one, you can't get another..
Now I can't decide which is better..
So I didn't go along with Berserker's words, which were clearly intended to make fun of me..
If it weren't for the next words.
“Didn't you know? Your name is now widely known to your fans..”
“what?”
“I guess you didn't know. We are training our fans through various plans and product launches so that they will not feel your absence. You've probably seen it more than you've been exposed to in person..”
“…….”
This was something I had no idea about..
Then my plan to be forgotten was in vain from the beginning..
Berserker laughed quietly..
“I guess I was hooked by Jin Se-jeong. Well, this idea wouldn't have been possible without your plan. But I got to see something more interesting..”
“You wanna die?”
“It wasn't me who was at fault, right? I just watched what happened and enjoyed it. If you think about it, I am also a victim..”
“what?”
“My daughter, who wouldn't hurt if she put it in her eyes, is fanning a guy like you, but do you think I'll feel at ease? Even saying this makes me feel sick..”
“…….”
I couldn't even say anything about it. Even though I think about it, I don't understand why you're fanning me..
“So, if you want to argue, go to Jin Se-jeong..”
“Yeah, that's probably right..”
But there is one thing to do before that..
Maybe it's more important than going to Jin Se-jeong and questioning him..
“I have to spar with you first..”
“What does that mean all of a sudden? I have no intention of sparring with you..”
“Even if you don’t think about it, just do it. It’s been a while, right? You'll wonder how strong I've become. It's rare to get a chance to meet a superhuman who caught a divine beast.?”
“Still, I decline…….”
“Specifications are not specifications.”
I grabbed Berserker by the back of his neck and dragged him into the training room..
As expected, I felt like I had to talk like this to get rid of my worries..
* * *
“I did it! Well done?”
“…….”
I had no idea where to start..
I forgot what to say for a moment when I saw Jin Se-jeong's eyes sparkling and looking for praise..
It took too much explanation to say where something went wrong..
But if we get pushed back from here, the same thing will happen again..
“I wonder if there is a need to do this..”
“It requires minimal maintenance. It's important to provide something to the fans..”
“Even if I don't do that anymore, I don't think I'll be labeled as a villain anymore..”
“That's right. So I do it like this too..”
I feel like the conversation is somehow out of focus..
If you don't need it anymore, isn't it okay to go smoothly?.
But Jin Se-jeong showed no intention of stopping..
“Originally, I was trying to create something like AI by gathering information from superhumans. Then, even if Choin is away due to a mission, fans will not feel Choin's absence. However, I gave up because I thought this would increase the response ability of people dealing with superhumans..”
I'm actually glad it didn't work out..
So, what Jin Se-jeong was saying now was that he had mellowed out and was at this level..
“As Choin said, there is no one who will label you as a villain anymore, but you still need to consistently manage the people who support you. These people actively protect and spread Choin’s positive image. Dilute negative things or deviate from the point..”
In conclusion, this kind of management was necessary..
Aren’t there concerns about the side effects that come with it??
Jin Se-jeong responded coolly to this..
“I knew that if I crossed the line, my head would be broken by a superhuman..”
…Everyone keeps their sanity in the face of death..
“Actually, what bothered me the most was the content that disparaged Choin..”
The media were the creatures that got along best with goldfish..
When he was threatened by me once, he fell flat on his face, but when no further action was taken, he slowly raised his head again..
The first thing they started to touch on was none other than my relationship with Cheon Myeong-guk..
“Director Cheon Myeong-guk said that it was Choin’s pick..”
To be exact, it was the president's pick and I just said I liked it..
Of course, I prefer Cheon Myung-guk over other candidates..
I think Jung Joo-ho is okay too..
“At the same time, Director Myeong-guk Cheon was talking about how much preferential treatment Choin would receive if he became president, but I couldn't help but pray. There are far more privileges granted to other superhumans right now..”
The frame that emerged was the Republic of Choi Jun-ho..
If Cheon Myeong-guk becomes president, I will be above him, so in effect, I will rule the Republic of Korea or something..
It didn't even sound like a word. Why do I do such a bothersome thing?.
However, the answer Jin Se-jeong gave was very different from what I thought..
“So I'm going to make it Choi Jun-ho's republic..”
huh? For a moment I thought I heard wrong..
But Jin Se-jeong’s expression was extremely serious..
“If you're suspected of doing something, you'll do it, but if you're suspected of doing something you didn't do, your heart will be hurt. It's not like you don't have the power to do that. I think it would be better to turn it into a Choi Jun-ho Republic if possible. People appreciate it more when you treat them well and then make a mistake, rather than when they treat you well and then make a mistake.!”
So let's do it and take care of it later..
“Choi Jun-ho Let’s work together for the republic.!”
At first I was planning on stopping it, but.
“…….”
It's not as bad as I thought?
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