Chapter 603
‘It’s over.’
The owner of the phoenix chair, President Baek Han-seong, smiled bitterly and put down the report.
In this report, submitted directly by the NIS director, Choi Min-woo’s activities were clearly written the day before.
The press conference held right after the head of state, and the atmosphere within the Ares Guild where the emergency meeting was held.
‘I never thought it would move so quickly.’ The secret of Choi Min-woo’s birth status was already known to him.
However, at such an exquisite time, I never thought that it would be revealed in front of everyone.
No, it would be more correct to say that the Ares guild executives did not know how to serve the new lord so easily.
‘It must be that great. The meaning of Cheon Tae-min’s lineage.’
Cheon Tae-min is a hero who symbolizes the entire human race.
No matter how many filth the Ares guild was stained with due to the series of events that occurred this time, the symbolism of the name Cheon Tae-min was still there.
No media or celebrity dared to touch him as he touched the realm of the sacred.
However, that was not the only reason Choi Min-woo was able to create the current peace guild and secure the support of Ares guild executives.
‘Jin Tae-kyung.’
An outspoken, friendly, and dedicated young hero.
As long as he is next to Choi Min-woo, who is step by step closer to the reputation of Tae-min Cheon, who no one dared to touch, nothing will be able to block the two of them.
The same is true even if influential politicians, conglomerates, and giant guilds in Korea come together.
“Me, Your Excellency.”
At the call of the chief of staff, President Baek Han-seong raised his head.
“Is there a problem?”
“We are asking to see you at the Guild Association.”
The words I hate to hear the most came out.
The guild, which boasts the largest scale in Korea, has been targeting the Ares Guild since right after the incident with Seok-Jun Seok-Jun.
The reason why they actively cooperated with the government was not for social purification or justice, but to take away the ruins and treasures of the castle that had finally collapsed.
‘That must have happened. If it wasn’t for Choi Min-woo’s existence.’
Choi Min-woo is a new lord of a castle who is young, competent, and even equipped with legitimacy.
If he rises to the post of deputy guild leader like this, the Ares guild will be rebuilt. With the positive image of Choi Min-woo and Jin Tae-kyung, I was able to get rid of the filth.
So, the opposition from the guild association was expected.
The problem is that the target they ask for the price of nongonghaengsang (論功行賞) and pumasi is none other than themselves.
President Baek Han-seong muttered bitterly.
“… … Not everyone can be a nobleman.”
“yes? ,, “No. And regarding the guild association issue, put it on hold first.” “Sir. I’m sorry to say this, but the endless requests continue…” “It was put on hold.” The chief of staff, who hesitated at the low voice, nodded and turned around.
When the door closed, President Baek Han-seong rubbed his sore eyes.
I was very tired physically and mentally from successive problems.
Even the thought of quitting cigarettes right after the election is desperate.
But what he really needed now was a solution, not nicotine or tar.
A solution to solve tangled problems like the Gordian knot in mythology.
And the fastest and surest solution could not be found in the Blue House.
‘In the end, this is the only way.’ With a heavy heart, President Baek Han-seong pressed the button attached to the bottom of his chair.
In just ten seconds, the bodyguards waiting in the next room came running and bowed their heads.
“I thought I’d get some fresh air for a while, would that be okay?”
The chief of security responded with a calm expression.
“Of course, sir. Do you have any destinations in mind?”
It’s a destination.
President Baek Han-seong looked out the window somewhere and said.
“Peace Guild. Let’s go to the Peace Guild.”
* * * I asked why the guild was so quiet today, and there was a reason.
After leaving the training room at Team Manager Choi’s call, I knew the reason as soon as I entered the room.
“You’re welcome, Hunter Jin Taekyung.”
“… … No, why did you come again?”
In response to the sincere question, President Baek Han-seong smiled tiredly.
“That’s right. But it’s nice to see you again after a long time.” W], what?” I don’t know if it’s been a long time since we met again in just 15 days, but I pulled a chair and sat down.
I did not forget to add a word to President Baek Han-seong, who was fiddling with a cigarette.
“This is a non-smoking area.” “I know. I also quit smoking a year ago.” President Baek Han-seong continued, rubbing the corners of his eyes with dark circles.
“But these days… I’m worried about whether or not I should do it again.” He suffered so much that he seemed to have aged ten years without seeing him.
Looking at him with pity, I patted him on the shoulder and comforted him.
“I understand, but this is a non-smoking area.” “But what are you here for?” My question was just a simple confirmation procedure.
The middle-aged man in front of you is the president of a country. He wasn’t even a baker who was the head of state, and he had very few reasons to come all the way here.
In particular, in a situation like this, President Baek Han-seong replied with a smile, as if it were all the more different.
“I’m sure you both already guessed.”
Team leader Choi opened his mouth in a calm tone.
“It seems that the guild association is strongly opposed.” “If I had to say it, it’s not just the guild association. However, political and business figures chose to take a step back.” “They will move depending on which way the weight is tilted.” “you’re right. After all, the guild industry is most affected by this incident.” President Baek Han-seong continued his speech with a sigh.
“As you already know, they are afraid of the second Ares Guild appearing.” The Ares Guild is a predator in name and reality, especially in Korea, since its establishment, it has exerted an overwhelming influence, and it is no exaggeration to say that it has more power than the Blue House.
“The Guild Association will not give up easily. It’s an opportunity that may come again. Through this incident, we want to weaken the power of the Ares guild and take over some of the rights as compensation.” “By the way, Team Leader Choi held a press conference and contacted the Ares guild leadership… …
“It will be a heavy burden.”
“To be honest, yes. That’s right. The torch is not normal.”
I, who had been listening to the conversation between the two in silence, suddenly opened my mouth.
“I think you could be more honest.”
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“That word… …
“Are you worried about the President? The second Ares, no, Lee Seong-ryong.”
U ≫ “Our Peace Guild is growing terribly right now. In this situation, even the Ares Guild will serve Team Leader Choi? Then it’s completely game over.” The power of a company comes from size and capital, and the power of a guild comes from the hunter itself.
In that sense, the current peace guild had a status and power that far surpassed the top 10 guilds in Korea.
I have overwhelming power. And because Cheon Tae-min’s only bloodline is team leader Choi.
‘But what if the Ares Guild is merged?’ Chief Choi is truly powerful.
From being the only anti-horse that can bring down the Ares guild, it becomes a great horse that no one can touch.
..
“Day.
I snapped my fingers at the silent President Baek Han-seong.
Tak, the flames created by the hwareuk sammae jinhwa (三味眞fire) sway.
I nodded to President Baek Han-seong, who was staring at the flames with startled eyes, and, realizing my intentions, he bit into the cigarette he was holding in his hand.
Chijik. Whoa.
White cigarette smoke blows out with breathing. Perhaps it was because he hadn’t smoked in a long time, he leaned back on the sofa with his eyes closed, and suddenly he parted his lips.
“Hunter Jin Tae-kyung is right. I’m more concerned about the second Jung-ryong Lee than the 2nd Ares Guild.” Team leader Choi replied, running his hand through the cigarette smoke.
“I’m sorry. I didn’t know the President would think of me that way.” “Everyone is subject to change. That’s something he learned when he started politics.” “But today, you came to see me in person. Put the meeting with the guild association on hold.” “Why?” After a moment of silence, President Baek Han-seong opened his mouth with difficulty.
“I wanted to believe. The two of you here are different.”
Staring at Team Leader Choi with calm eyes, he continued.
“The most important thing is not the strength or sharpness of the weapon, but the owner of the weapon.”
That’s right. A cheap cutter knife sold at a stationery store is an arsenal if it ends up in the hands of a criminal, and a master sword made of 10,000 years old iron is a kitchen knife if it is in the hands of a master.
And the Choi team leader I know… … He is a capable and wise person. A person who would never wield a weapon in his hand carelessly.
“Then I can alleviate your concerns.”
At Team Leader Choi’s low words, President Baek Han-seong’s eyes shone.
“That word… … .”
“Believe me. I will use my influence and power fairly and justly, and I will hand over some of my interests enough to put the guild association to rest. If you want, I will write a document.”
“However, since I gave you the answer you want, I also want to be promised one thing.”
President Baek Han-seong, who blinked at the unconventional promise, asked urgently.
“What is it?”
“I hope there will be no more noise in my future steps. Please stop the problem with the guild association and the ongoing field investigation at Ares Guild Headquarters.”
This is an alliance system based on trust and a transaction at the same time. President Baek Han-seong, a seasoned politician, nodded without a long hesitation.
“If you keep the matter you mentioned above, it won’t be difficult.”
“Then it’s settled. neatly.”
As if they had promised, the two stood up from their seats at the same time and held out their hands toward each other.
And just as I was about to shake hands vigorously, President Baek Han-seong looked at me and suddenly opened his mouth.
“Hunter Jin Tae-kyung. Can I ask you one last thing?” “To me? Well, there’s nothing wrong with it.” “Ares Guild’s request to stop the on-site investigation… Is it related to the interview you had at the special detention center a while ago?” “aha.” In my heart, I assumed that a report would go in to him, but that’s true.
I read the light of optimism in Team Leader Choi’s eyes, and I answered with a shrug of my shoulders.
‘(Yes. That’s right.” “Huh. It seems that there was something the investigation team couldn’t find.” “Why? Why don’t you try to find it again now?” “Well, I’m curious about what Ko Se-won hid, but… that’s enough. If I had been stupid, I wouldn’t have come this far.” President Han-seong Baek, who answered like a politician, held Team Leader Choi’s hand with a smile on his face.
“I hope to continue a good relationship. Hopefully in the future.”
“I would like to thank you very much, Mr. President.”
It was the moment when the newly born super-giant guild and the government established a strong cooperative relationship.
And this meant that the last obstacle to the Ares guild had disappeared.
* * – Everything, can you say it again?
– Crown Prince and Minja. Cheon Tae-min. That is my maternal grandfather’s name.