Chapter 77

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Chapter: 77

[Rainbow Seashell]

Rank: 3

Grade: Unique

Description: A rainbow seashell hidden somewhere in the White Sea. It seems like it can be used to induce pleasant dreams when used with a special item.

The information window that had clearly appeared completely ruled out other possibilities.

Hanbit asked Yeonwoo with a puzzled expression, “…How did you get this?”

“It’s a special reward! It said that it would be given based on contributions! This is the rainbow seashell, right?”

“Ah.”

Something he had forgotten due to being fixated on one thought.

Whether it was the will of the goddess or the design of the developer who received that order, it doesn’t matter.

He had gotten his hands on a way to find the private area.

“Don’t just stand there, try using it quickly!”

Yeonwoo handed the seashell to Hanbit.

Hanbit carefully placed it on the glass of the compass.

Swoosh-

The rippling seashell disappeared in an instant and a message popped up.

[The compass begins to dream a happy dream.]

[6 hours left until you wake up.]

-?

-Damn, that’s too long;

-Didn’t this compass hear about being lazy?

-Let’s teach it a lesson with heavy metal.

-Let’s wake it up properly.

Once again, as the waiting time appeared, the viewers were outraged.

It was also a bit of a question for Hanbit.

‘It usually takes time, but…’

Even in another world, he had to wait for the sleeping compass to wake up.

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While quests might have a waiting time to progress the story, rewards shouldn't.

The fact that it took 24 hours even for the special reward, it felt like they were trying to slow down the pace.

In a game, there should be a way to give it out immediately.

‘Thinking about it won’t solve anything.’

No matter how much he speculated, it would only go so far.

In the end, he had to meet someone who knew about this situation, whether it was the developer or someone else.

Or else he would have to find clues himself.

In any case, it was actually a good thing for Hanbit, who had planned to end the stream anyway.

“Unfortunately, this is all for today. I’ll decide what to do after using the compass tomorrow.”

“Ah, Black Dragon. Can I meet you offline tomorrow?”

“Offline… in real life?”

-A real-life meeting?

-Is this a channel stream?

-Can you stream it?

-This will be on the 9 o’clock news;

Surprised by the unexpected question, Hanbit was also taken aback.

Then, Avangarde explained with a smile.

“There’s a streaming thing, and I have a device that will help you play, so I want to give it to you. Search for Core Company’s RP Effector and you’ll find it.”

“Really?”

Hanbit opened the search window and searched for the effector.

And products priced at 20 million won appeared in a row.

“You’re going to give me this?”

“I have an extra one, so don’t feel burdened. I got it as an advertisement.”

It seemed to be a newly developed product.

There was no reason to refuse such an unexpected gift.

“Alright. I’ll give you my number in a message. I think I’ll have time in the evening, around 7. I’ll discuss the location with Roper and let you know. Oh, is it okay if others watch?”

“Of course!”

“That’s good. Then I’ll see you tomorrow. I’ll be going first.”

“Yes! See you tomorrow!”

Beep-

With that conversation, the game connection was cut off.

Hanbit took off the headgear and went out of the room.

“Are you finished now?”

A voice came from the lit living room.

For some reason, his mother was organizing receipts.

“Mom, why aren’t you sleeping?”

"I'm quitting my job tomorrow. And what was that about 100 million won? I was so surprised."

The conversation she had had with her son was perplexing to her.

Even hearing that he had earned hundreds of millions of won was mind-boggling, but 100 million?

Quietly listening, Hanbit sat down in the chair next to her mother.

And with a grin, he said, "Let's move."

* * *

"Hanbit, you've become quite famous, haven't you?"

Upon arriving at work the next day, Hanbit faced an unexpected situation.

His team leader had called his name.

He couldn't react immediately, not being called by his ‘intern’ title.

"No, not really."

"How can you say that? There are articles and everything, it's a mess." Sitting in front of the monitor, the team leader scrolled, speaking.

News articles about the early episodes were still causing a stir.

And next to it, there was a long list of Xtube videos full of fabrications.

"Even large corporations are lining up to recruit you. I heard you turned them down because the conditions weren't good. You're too young to know the taste of money."

"It's not about money. I'm going to join a friend's company."

"Company? What about your internship?"

"Doesn't it mean disciplinary action to hold multiple jobs? I sensed that I was going to be fired."

"Oh, come on. That's just how it sounds."

The team leader waved his hand and opened a drawer.

Then he took out the report he had submitted yesterday and placed it on the desk.

"I'll take care of the dual employment. Do me one favor."

"A favor?"

"My son wants to do RP. He's dreaming of being part of the advanced team or something. Can you connect me with a large company? And give him a lot of support."

"..."

His voice was filled with excitement at the mention of his son.

It was completely different from the way he had called him insults.

Though he was familiar with people who could change like that. If he listed the kinds of human trash he had experienced, there would be no end, and it was a loss to deal with each one emotionally.

"I'm sorry, but I don't have that much free time. You're free to check out my channel. Or maybe you could try making him a streamer."

"What? You want me to make my son do that kind of clown act? Are you crazy?"

The team leader's brow furrowed at the mention of ‘streamer’.

With just that reaction, he immediately understood what kind of perception he had.

"Being good or bad at RP is a matter of talent. If you show that through streaming, there will be a reaction. That's how I got the attention of those companies."

"So, use your ability to make that happen. Can't you understand?"

"I understand, but I can't do it."

"This... you crazy bastard."

At his determined answer, the team leader gritted his teeth, his face red. Then he snatched the report on the desk and held it up in front of his face.

"If I put in a word, the level of discipline will be dismissal. Got it? Dismissal!"

"It's my fault for the dual employment, so I can't help it."

"Do you think that's the end of it? You won't be able to get a foot in this industry. I'll make sure of it."

"That's fine. I'm going to work in the RP field anyway."

"What?"

The team leader had a dumbfounded look on his face.

Then, with a mocking expression, he spoke as if teaching.

"Hey, snap out of it. How long do you think that shine will last? You should get a proper job and take good care of your mother who's left alone."

"I earned over 100 million won just yesterday, so I think I'll be fine."

"100 million? What kind of nonsense are you talking about..."

"That will be in the news too. Your son might have a similar experience if he becomes an advanced player, so why don't you cheer him on for his retirement."

"Ha."

The team leader sighed in exasperation at such a confident attitude.

Hanbit took out the resignation letter he had prepared and handed it over.

"I will humbly accept the disciplinary action, but I will submit my resignation regardless of the outcome. So, I guess I should start tidying up the conference room."

"This damn..."

Hanbit bowed slightly and immediately moved to the conference room.

Even though curses were flying behind him, his steps were light.

When he arrived at the conference room, his senior, Lee Minho, who had been tidying up, asked him worriedly, "Are you really okay? The team leader has a lot of connections.”

"I'm fine. I'm really serious about going into the RP field. It's more suitable for my aptitude and I find it fun, so I don't think I'll regret it."

"...That's true."

Lee Minho, who often looked up news about Black Dragon, nodded in agreement.

It was a waste for someone with such talent in RP to waste time at a semiconductor company.

"I can continue to provide you with game data even after you leave the company."

"Ah, that project has been discontinued. It seems like they're only going to proceed with it within the R&D department."

"Really?"

Surprised by the unexpected news, Hanbit pondered for a moment.

The reason he had participated in the gear research was to find clues about the goddess. And as he had managed to find something, he couldn't just let it go.

"Are you going to continue working at this company, senior?"

"...Actually, I've been preparing to change jobs. My body is starting to reach its limit."

Minho, who had taken on all sorts of odd jobs, as well as his superiors' work, was on the verge of burnout.

It was impossible for a human body to continue enduring it.

"Is there a specific company you have in mind?"

"Well, I've been looking for something in a completely different field..."

Having experienced a lot at this company, Minho wanted to leave the industry.

Although there were many bad memories, he fundamentally wasn't suited for it.

"For example? You don't want to do design work anymore?"

"I don't think so. After looking into the RP gear this time, my perspective broadened a bit, and I've always been interested in new things."

Minho had been interested in development and research since he was young.

If he had continued pursuing that, things might have been completely different now.

He never imagined that choosing a university and company based on practical circumstances

would bring him such regret.

"So, you might be interested in an RP-related company?"

"I am interested, but companies specializing in RP gear require extremely high specs. All the top talents are flocking to those places."

With the game's popularity, the value of companies developing and manufacturing gear skyrocketed.

Among them, there were roughly three top companies.

Newly emerging competitors had yet to surpass their walls.

Naturally, talented individuals could only head towards the more stable companies.

"Do you have any specific conditions?"

"Conditions? Hmm..."

Minho, who was erasing the whiteboard, pondered for a moment.

While it would be nice if the salary and benefits were good, after experiencing this place, he felt that the work environment was more important.

At least, he didn't want to encounter an overbearing boss.

"I just want a comfortable atmosphere. Honestly, I'm even considering working from home."

"...That would definitely be more comfortable."

From this conversation alone, Minho's inner thoughts were easily felt.

Thinking about something, Hanbit finished cleaning up the conference room in the momentary silence.

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