Chapter 293

Episode 293:

Many aspects, many aspects.

Inside the carriage heading to Maeng’s headquarters.

As I looked out the window at the scenery, a faint smile appeared on my face.

‘A lot has happened so far.’

After completing the rescue operation in Gansu, people’s interest in me reached its peak.

That’s because the absolute master who occupied the top spot in the eight great demon armies died by my hands.

Although it was a victory achieved through the use of gold and ball, that did not mean that the achievement went anywhere.

Public interest was like an opportunity to increase supporters and followers.

After waking up from my hospital bed, I immediately began active external activities.

‘It was a hectic day.’

Based on what we had built up earlier, we gained even more.

He earned a lot of money, made achievements recognized by everyone, and developed friendships with people from all walks of life.

To summarize some of the major incidents, they were as follows

. After absorbing the foundation of Geumryong Sangdan, which collapsed due to the great famine and epidemic, he sold it to Hwayang Sangdan, making a huge profit.

2. They gathered warriors from Sichuan and formed an allied force, and with three of the eight great demon armies at the forefront, they pushed back the demonic forces moving south and built a solid defense network

. We continued to interact with famous figures in the martial arts world and made covenants with some of them

. Based on his achievements, he negotiated with the upper echelons of the Maeng Dynasty and was given the title of head of Cheonangambu.

‘There were many other minor incidents.’

Let’s leave those aside for now.

It wasn’t just walking on a smooth road.

He was checked by those around him, went through many twists and turns, and even overcame the danger of death.

I came here step by step.

I finally achieved the position I had longed for.

Of course, there was still a long way to go before the final goal, joining the Senate.

This is not a position that can be obtained simply by making high achievements.

‘It’s important from now on. We need to increase our influence within the organization in earnest.’

This was the reason for relocating the workplace to Maeng’s headquarters.

The stage where you can have fun as the Sacheon branch manager has already passed.

Now I had to step into the tiger’s den.

“Hmm. hmm.”

A hum naturally came out.

How long have you been looking forward to this day?

‘It’s still too early to raise a toast.’

It was an undeniable fact that it was an extremely satisfying start.

Cheonan Gambu.

He revived a department that had disappeared in the distant past and secured the position of department head and personnel rights.

I would no longer be forced to take on tasks I didn’t like like I did when I went to South Manchuria.

‘No one would want to mess with a beehive carelessly.’

I crossed my arms, buried myself in the back of the chair, and closed my eyes.

Events from the past three and a half years passed through my mind one after another.

* * *

The year I turned twenty-two.

“The price of grain has skyrocketed.”

“already?”

“Everyone knows it. “This year’s farming was ruined.”

Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi and Anhui.

As many as four regions suffered from famine.

The rice fields that had lost moisture cracked like turtle shells, and the grains withered before they even formed grains.

“It’s difficult.”

“How on earth should I spend this winter?”

Even when the harvest season came, there was nothing to harvest, so all that was piled up in the barn was not grain, but the sighs of the farmers.

It’s like adding insult to injury.

Another disaster struck the starving people.

A terrible disease.

Patients suffering from strange diseases were dying in droves, and fear was spreading at a rapid pace.

“her.”

“Why do you look at me like that?”

What are you going to use the rights you acquired?

The plan was to resell it intact to Hwayang Trading Company, which will enter the Honam region in the future.

‘For me, it’s good because I can aim for huge market profits, and for Hwayang Sangdan, it’s good because I can easily enter the Honam market.’

Geumryong Sangdan’s business foundation was formed over a long period of time.

Even if the value temporarily plummeted, you could be assured that it would recover over time.

It was a business that could not afford to lose money.

The expression “money begets money” is probably used in times like these.

* * *

The plan went smoothly.

As was the case in the previous life, the Golden Dragon Sangdan began to collapse rapidly as soon as winter was over.

As if I had been waiting, I bought businesses and interests that were pouring in at cheap prices.

I mobilized all my connections and made the foundation of Geumryong Trading Company my own.

One day when I was having such a hectic time.

“It’s been a while.”

“I never thought that the owner of the top would personally visit the Sacheon branch.”

A man visited the Sacheon branch.

A pot-bellied middle-aged man wearing a golden silk robe.

Geumhwagun, the owner of Geumryong Sangdan, came to see me in person.

With a smile on my face, I offered him a seat.

“What brings you to this far away place?”

“You already guessed it, right?”

An answer filled with a bitter smile.

Compared to before, there was a little less weight and there were shadows under the eyes.

It seemed like he was going through a lot of emotional distress due to something at the top.

“I don’t think so, but are you sure you came to me to express your regrets?”

“I see.”

“I acquired businesses with great care in security, but I don’t know how they found out that the source of the funds was me.”

“Don’t look at me so funny. Even after all this, he is still the leader of the teenage business.”

“Not anymore, is it?”

“.......”

Despite the blatant provocation, Geumhwagun did not show any emotional disturbance.

He must have been prepared to some extent.

Even if you meet me face to face, you won’t be treated very well.

Because there is a bad relationship between him and me.

Geumhwagun bowed his head and said.

“Help me just this once.”

“It’s burdensome. Please raise your head.”

“If you help me, I will never forget your kindness.”

“Compared to the last time I saw you, your attitude towards me has changed significantly.”

“Because a lot has changed since then.”

“What do you mean something has changed? situation? Entrance? “A relationship between superiors and superiors?”

“.......”

“Do you remember what Lord Sang-san told me at Namgung House?”

Geumhwa-gun’s eyes wavered slightly.

I smiled and lifted the teacup to my mouth.

“Look forward to it. “The price for turning the Golden Dragon Company into an enemy will be high.”

“.......”

“That’s what you said.”

Geumhwa-gun’s expression darkened.

The story of life is Saeongjima (塞翁之馬).

He never would have thought that his words and actions would be returned in this way.

After clearing my throat once.

I put down the teacup and continued my conversation calmly.

“Shortly after that, out of nowhere, I received an order from Master Maeng and went to Nanman.”

“That’s...”

“Don’t say that it wasn’t something the owner of the company instigated. It’s not so messy that you didn’t even understand the facts.”

“.......”

It was unfortunate for Geumhwa-gun, but my rear end was quite long.