Chapter 177
177Tuesday hearing
-Wow!!
-KIEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
-Quang! Kwaaang!
Heavy drinking bursts out here and there in the video. The head flies off the cold weapon, and the shower of rocket bullets causes a realistic explosion..
The reason I used the tone ‘realistic’ was because the images on the screen were not realistic no matter how I looked at them..
Surrealistic optical weapons used by races such as knights who spit fire from their entire bodies and giant crab monsters..
"There is no separate army."
"That's a real video?"
Joint Chiefs of Staff Headquarters, Ministry of National Defense, Republic of Korea. Even the star-wearing general was the lowest rank here, and in this place where stars were gathered, the battle that took place in Taiwan was being analyzed..
First, the gas terror attacks that occurred throughout Taiwan. The demons revealed as a result. Up until this point, the general consensus was that we couldn't know the full story..
Of course, it was actually a confirmed fact in that this happened after the Pantheon entered the port..
In any case, with high-ranking officials from each country being held hostage, it was time for Korea to review diplomatic and military options. Because there was also a special envoy from the Andong-gil administration there..
The problem is after that.
The Demon Gate and the Kikkiruk landing force were summoned to the center of Taipei. And the Pantheon and the Demon Legion were clashing in the middle of Taipei..
Although the Taiwanese army was among them, they were on both sides, and I could see the general situation..
The Pantheon recognized the corrupters in Taiwan, extinguished them with a gas attack, and then fought against the summoned demon legions and the corrupted Taiwanese army..
"You will be criticized because you carried out military action in a foreign country, but······."
"It’s a private guild, right? Shouldn’t we just say it doesn’t matter and get rid of it??"
"It's a diplomatic disaster... but it's not a big problem yet. Because the opponent is the devil."
After the appearance of the Chaotic Demon Duke Rakshar and the Carnage Demon Duke Akasha, the world began to become more wary of demons..
How many countries around the world have already been destroyed by Demon Gate?.
Even China itself has collapsed beyond control since the Shanghai disaster..
"The Pantheon are experts in demon hunting. If they were aware of the presence of demons in Taiwan, then there is room for defense.."
Although the method was extreme, it was also defensible that the opponent was a medieval king..
"More than that... how on earth could you not have known that until now? The first gas terror attack happened a few hours ago.!"
The first gas attack occurred around 11 a.m..
It was said that the hearing was in full swing, but a gas attack occurred in the country next door and no one knew about it.?
"It seems like there was some kind of information control. Taiwan's internal communication network does not reach the outside world."
"Does that make sense??"
This is a world where robberies that occurred in Africa are shared in real time..
In today's global network era, terrorist attacks and battles have occurred in the capital of a country, but it has been blocked.?
Isn’t this simply the level of internet censorship??
"More than that, what is that! Aside from those monster knights, that, that.!"
The destination where President Ahn Dong-gil's point was aimed was a super robot that had a huge presence on screen..
A gigantic decisive battle weapon that looks as if dozens of alien weapons from Hollywood blockbusters that took the world by storm in the early 2000s were fused together..
Yakt Spinner's decisive battle weapon, the 'Marquis Class', is currently becoming a hot topic on the Internet..
It suddenly appeared in the outskirts of Taipei City and literally wiped out the Taipei Army's corrupt units and wiped out the demons in the heart of Taipei City..
"That thing... looks like something out of a Hollywood movie, but why didn't anyone know that something like that was made??"
On Korean soil, a private company that pays taxes to Korea was building an outrageous superweapon..
As someone who takes this more seriously than anyone else, the Minister of National Defense spoke cautiously..
"It is believed to have been built at the Kikkiruk shipyard in Mokpo. It was confirmed that a significant amount of star iron material was imported there.."
"I heard they're building boats there? You say it's an experimental ship? Where did you make the dedicated dock??"
"Due to the nature of the Kikiruk people, they are able to carry out drying work even into the sea, so I think they expanded within it.."
They would be horrified if they knew about the existence of the Dominator-class submarine carrier, but the currently known superweapons were of the Marquis class..
"Sir, this is unconfirmed information. The United States had previously been suspicious of Pantheon's possession of satellite weapons.."
"Satellite weapon? It's like a god's wand or something.?"
"Yes, there is a record that a NASA astronaut visually checked it from the space station, but it seems to have been passed off as an April Fool's Day joke at the time.."
"Can a satellite be hidden? They said they checked it with the naked eye, but they couldn't see it with radar or something like that.?"
"There is a high probability that it is a satellite with a ‘stealth’ function.······."
The Minister of Defense noted that there have been reports of the astronauts melting into space and disappearing, even from the naked eye..
"What do you say to that radar...?"
"Optical stealth feature."
"And, if it disappears from the naked eye, is it the cloaking from StarCraft or something??"
"Yes, I'm guessing you probably have both."
"Wow... Isn't the staff of God something that can't even be compared??"
"Based on the information available at this point, it is highly likely."
In addition to decisive battle weapons on land, there are also stealth satellites in space.?
"Didn't you say that the pantheon's technology level is, at best, smelting technology focused on drones and cold weapons?!"
The Pantheon was attracting world attention even at its technological level..
Star steel and its processing equipment were tactical assets that could not be obtained because they were missing, and drones and observation equipment that operated at the gate were strategic assets managed at the national level..
But that's just a strategy. This is the level of technology at the private level..
To the extent of forming an army like this, and to the extent that there is a technological gap even with the United States,······.
"dismissal! The Pantheon leader must be arrested immediately! Their military skills must be closely examined!"
The Minister of Defense believed that the pantheon must be shaken off..
At this level, not only the weaponry but also the well-timed communication blockade could be seen as manipulation by the pantheon..
If the level exceeds the national technological level, it must be placed under national control..
That would be common sense and a natural move for a leader leading the country. but······.
"dismissal. This is impossible."
Oh Kang-hyuk, president of the association, immediately shouted opposition to the Minister of National Defense's claims..
"Oh, president of the association! what do you mean!"
The Minister of National Defense, who received the dissenting vote, looked fierce. This is because it was believed that Chairman Oh Kang-hyuk was also responsible for this situation..
"Oh, Chairman of the Association, isn't it your fault for not being able to predict this situation even after sending guards to the Pantheon? Hanhari, what on earth was that friend doing there?!"
"Assistant Manager Hari Han is only a friendly exchanger for our association's pantheon, and is not a supervisor.."
'No, this guy?!'
The reason the Korean Hunter Association provided all sorts of conveniences and dispatched Han Ha-ri to the Pantheon was to appoint a watchman to prevent Leon, who is at odds with the common sense of modern people, from getting into an accident..
Association Chairman Oh Kang-hyuk takes the position that words are different and different laws and that they are merely dispatching employees..
The Minister of National Defense is the only one feeling frustrated as he cannot be said to be a real surveillance officer on official lines..
"I understand that everyone is surprised, but think about it rationally. Pantheon is now the mainstay of Korea's national defense and economy. Sanctioning them is not realistic."
Of course, there will be more than enough legal justification..
Actually, that was possible. Under the Constitution of the Republic of Korea, possession of military weapons by civilian organizations is strictly prohibited..
There was talk that even the gate reconnaissance drones that Pantheon is currently selling should be embargoed, and according to legal interpretation, it was not impossible..
"It's not that we don't impose sanctions because there is no way. I can't do it because I can't.."
Pantheon is now an indispensable presence in Korea. No, it could be said to be indispensable to humanity..
His existence and his subordinates are superhumans beyond imagination, beings of God and holy law... Above all, they are unique beings who purify even the land polluted by demonic spirits..
they are irreplaceable.
Korea was expecting tens of trillions of won in additional tax revenue this year just by having the pantheon reside in Korea..
This is purely considering economic benefits, but considering the damage to the dungeon break that disappeared due to the Pantheon's military power, the amount is in the hundreds of trillions of won. Considering the value that would be created in the future, it was not at a level that could be calculated in money..
"Minister of Justice. How much pantheon illegality is going on right now??"
"······Tax evasion alone is enormous.."
Pantheon's tax evasion was blatant tax evasion before tax evasion..
Because the current tax structure was a pre-modern tax structure..
"But similar amounts are being paid through other routes, right? Defense funds, donations, or civic group subsidies, etc.."
However, if you look closely, it is not that Pantheon did not pay taxes because it was a waste of money..
In reality, there was an enormous welfare system in place, and the taxes owed to Korea, although complex, were being delivered through different routes..
"Why do you think the pantheon is doing such an annoying and legally problematic thing??"
"······The reason was that a king could not pay taxes to another king.."
Yes.
Leon did not commit tax evasion by not paying taxes because he was short on money like other teenage guild members..
kings don't count coins.
Because of that pre-modern, fantasy-like way of thinking, everything about taxes was left to those below..
'Anything is fine as long as you avoid the act of paying direct taxes..
That is why Yapi has been committing tax evasion, not tax evasion, by creating various tax havens and paying taxes in a detour..
"The pantheon is an absolute monarchy called Leon Dragonia Lionheart. We decide everything according to His standards alone.."
Association President Oh Kang-hyuk emphasized that we must pay attention to this point. President Andong-gil asked:.
"That means?"
"We must have a more thorough cooperative relationship with His Majesty. Your Majesty knows politics. If this person is considerate first, he will do it for the sake of the king's pride.."
So, Association Chairman Oh Kang-hyuk emphasizes that this situation should be used as a means to strengthen cooperation, not as a reproach or criticism..
he said last.
"How did you feel when there was talk that the Phoenix Guild would naturalize as Japanese? Stock prices plummeted and the business world was shaken. But it is a pantheon. Can you handle it??"
Why don't you welcome Japan with open arms and ask them to come to us??
No one could deny Association President Oh Kang-hyuk's last remarks..
The current government's policy was decided naturally. It was inevitable.
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Usually, a hearing is a place to belittle and criticize the other party..
Therefore, the path was cold and the hearts of those attending were heavy, but the path Leon was taking was so gorgeous and passionate..
-Wow! your majesty!
-Long live the Lionheart King! Our Majesty Manxue!
-axis! Destroy the devil! Glory to all gods!
"You've prepared quite a bit.."
The road to the hearing hall. Leon boarded a limousine prepared by the Korean government for state guests and admired the crowds outside..
A parade procession as if the Pope had visited. Korean citizens each welcomed Leon's return and protested, denying that Leon's hearing was even held..
"It's no big deal. It's all thanks to Your Majesty's kindness.."
Association President Oh Kang-hyuk bowed his head as he poured champagne directly into Leon's glass..
"We opened this meeting because we, as the national administration, must take our own actions. I hope you understand."
"joy. It's unpleasant to be told to come home, but this land is not my territory.."
Originally, Leon was just a member of the royal family of a ruined country. No matter how much of a survivor he is, he has never been treated like this by the state..
But it's Leon.
That alone ignores all precedents..
"Even if it is a hearing, there is only a small review of illegal weapon possession. In South Korea, it is illegal for civilians to possess weapons, so there is nothing we can do about it.."
"Hunters seem to be carrying it around well.?"
"Hunters with a hunter registration certificate are only permitted to possess items certified by the state. In fact, most firearms larger than rifles are not licensed.."
It was okay up to the Kikiruk tribe. Their armored cannons and firearms are weapons registered under the authority of the Korean government..
"The problem is Lord Yacht Spinner's armed forces. I guess the size is······."
"I understand. It seems like they were reluctant to expose Spinner Hardness because they thought something like this might happen.."
"Yes, but Sir Spinner is clearly a hunter with a hunter registration certificate, so I plan to interpret that part legally and move on.."
"It's quite convenient.?"
Leon’s gaze shone sharply. Oh Kang-hyuk, the president of the association, just shows a friendly smile and jokes..
"How many things have you done for our country, so how dare we treat you carelessly?."
"Of course."
"Of course it is. However, our administration also has its own way of saving face... I would be honored if you could give us a little help for President Ahn Dong-gil and me.."
Leon realized that the old president of the association was completely interested in making a profit..
Well, if you bend over there first and make a good gesture, there's nothing that a king can't give you as a gift..
"It's very unpleasant to go to a place where I'm questioned by commoners, but I have to save the face of the president in me.."
"I am completely devastated.."
This has already been decided before the hearing begins. Political old-timers entered the hearing room confident that they could easily overlook this situation..
and.
"Illegal acquisition and illegal manufacture of weapons! Dozens of trillion won in tax evasion and illegal labor exploitation! Even forcing religion! Are there any other horrible organizations like this?!"
Ugh, why are you doing that??
"Take responsibility and resign.!!"
Hey crazy bitch!!
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