1979, Manager Kim is Inheriting Dictatorship! - Chapter 129



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Episode 129

For someone who has been rejected once, this type of contact may seem annoying.

This is especially true if the person is someone you have rejected without hesitation, even when you have earnestly requested something of them.

But I was confident that I could endure this kind of embarrassment dozens of times for the sake of my companions.

I put on a thick skin and asked Park Ki-deok to contact me again.

The target was, of course, Team Leader Kang Chan-ho of Daemyung Group, who had proposed the VIP rescue operation to me.

‘You’ve changed your mind.’

Surprisingly, Team Leader Kang Chan-ho responded with a friendly attitude, as if he was grateful that I contacted him again.

He said that he was thinking of coming to me again because he had not found a suitable alternative either.

Thanks to this, we were able to ask for several smaller issues, including the existing proposal.

‘Send someone.’

I was worried that I might be rejected, but those worries were all unfounded.

Team leader Kang Chan-ho decided to accept everything I asked for, including my existing proposal.

And, as expected from the confident Daemyung Group, they skipped all the procedures and got things done in no time.

‘Let go of this, damn it!’

‘I, I just did what I was told!’

The passengers who led the instigation, including Ahn Hyo-ik, who has already passed away, were taken away somewhere.

At the same time, the employees who had disappeared appeared without a sound and cleaned up the messy scene.

Power and water also came back.

Distribution, which had been interrupted, was also carried out normally.

It only took half a day for the economy class to return to its original state.

“Are you Mr. Jang Dae-su and his family?”

“Yes, that’s right.”

“I’m from Daemyung Group. Follow me.”

But we actually had to leave the room without seeing the benefits of the normalized system.

In order to treat Private Lee Hyeon-su, we had to get to the ward as quickly as possible.

After packing our bags, my group and I followed the person sent by Team Leader Kang Chan-ho upstairs.

The place we arrived at was the first class cabin on the top floor of the cruise where VIPs gathered.

“This way.”

Unlike the economy class cabins, which were located on the lower level, first class cabins occupied the entire upper deck.

Of course, the sunlight came in well, and the view overlooking the ocean was no joke.

“Is this the same cruise?”

“This is no joke.”

An outdoor swimming pool with steam rising, women in bikinis laughing inside.

The lobby was stocked with a variety of alcoholic beverages, and staff were moving fresh fruit and food.

We entered the guest room lobby in a daze, awestruck by the truly otherworldly scenery.

“You can use this room. If you need anything, just ring the call bell.”

“Would you like to eat… … .”

“You can use the restaurant freely, or if you find it inconvenient, you can request room service.”

Unlike the economy class cabins, which were reminiscent of military barracks, the first class cabins were literally suites.

Of course, not only the rooms but also the services provided were comparable to those of a five-star hotel.

In a world rife with viruses, who would have thought we’d hear the word “room service” again?

Having survived by rolling around in the mud, we looked around the room with dumbfounded faces.

“Mr. Daesu, here you go.”

“wait a minute.”

As the employee who had been guiding us left, Team Leader Kang Chan-ho came looking for us as if he had been waiting for us.

I told my family and friends to rest for a while and cautiously went outside.

Team Leader Kang Chan-ho, still dressed in a neat suit, relayed news from the ward a little while ago.

“The treatment for the group has been completed without incident. They say that the surgery went smoothly thanks to the emergency treatment. They are one of the best medical teams in Korea, so you can leave your treatment here with confidence.”

The prognosis for burns varies depending on how quickly they are treated and how good the medical team is.

I almost suffered a lifelong scar, but thanks to Team Leader Kang Chan-ho, I was able to put my worries to rest.

“thank you.”

“you’re welcome.”

Only then did I let out a sigh of relief and bowed my head in thanks.

Even if it was a transactional relationship, it was difficult to pay this much attention.

After exchanging warm words and greetings, Team Leader Kang Chan-ho finally got to the main point.

“I had originally planned to give you a day or two to rest. However, the situation is worse than I thought. Do you have time now?”

“Yes, for now.”

“Then come with me. It seems like the Chairman wants to see you in person.”

They say they tried to give them at least a day or two to adjust and rest.

But the situation was so urgent that the chairman of Daemyung Construction personally called me.

Since I was in a position where I received help, I couldn’t refuse. I nodded and followed Team Leader Kang Chan-ho’s instructions to the top floor of the cruise ship.

* * *

Like a pyramid of bells, the entire cruise was divided into stark class strata.

I know from first-hand experience that the lowest class, economy class, is like this, but it seems that even if you only get first class, you can enjoy most of the benefits and services.

However, first class, which can be considered the flower of the cruise, can be considered a perfect paradise for VIPs, by VIPs.

“You may pass by.”

I continued walking inside the upper floors, along hallways filled with ornate decorations and artwork.

As expected from a place where the chairman of an affiliate company resides, the interior was filled with numerous bodyguards and security facilities.

I followed Team Leader Kang Chan-ho, avoiding the stinging glare I felt through his sunglasses.

The place we arrived at was a private room with a panoramic view of the cruise ship and the sea.

“This way.”

Having experienced first class, I expected that a luxurious penthouse would be prepared for me.

But when we actually arrived at the top floor, there was a neat work space like an office.

And in the middle of it all, a man dressed neatly in a suit was working.

“Chairman, I brought you here.”

The chairman, who was younger than expected and probably just turned forty, glanced this way.

After a while, he quietly closed his laptop, got up from his seat, and walked towards the sofa.

“Team Leader Kang, please step out for a moment.”

“All right.”

When Team Leader Kang Chan-ho, who was in charge of guiding the group, left, only two people were left in the room.

The chairman took out a bottle of whiskey and a glass from somewhere, sat down on the sofa, and offered me a seat.

“Please sit comfortably.”

His image was closer to that of a regular office worker than the CEO of a large corporation you see in dramas or movies.

As I sat down without saying much, the chairman poured orange whiskey into my glass and offered it to me.

“Would you like a drink?”

“thank you.”

I felt it would be rude to just refuse, so I just moistened my lips and put my glass down.

On the other hand, the chairman drank the whiskey in his glass repeatedly as if he was feeling frustrated.

Watching him from the side, he looked tired, haggard, and somewhat distressed.

“I’ve heard a lot from Team Leader Kang. I heard he’s an expert in this field.”

“Not to that extent.”

“You are humble.”

If you are the chairman, you will know what happened in the general section.

But he seemed to like the humble answer and said with a businesslike smile.

“Since you’ve come all the way here, can I take it that you’re willing to accept my request?”

“Yes, that’s right.”

“Then let’s get straight to the point. Coincidentally, we don’t have much time.”

Team Leader Kang and the Chairman’s attitude both clearly show signs of impatience.

Sensing that something had happened, I nodded at the suggestion to get to the main point.

Then the chairman put his hand on his forehead with a deep sigh that was filled with frustration.

“There is some trouble with the VIPs.”

“Is that a problem?”

“Communication was cut off last night after they told us to get out of here. And as of this morning, we’ve been without communication for 10 hours now.”

Apparently, these are VIPs who were safely staying in the middle of a high-rise building just a few days ago.

But then all contact suddenly stopped after a phone call telling me I had to run away.

The chairman asked me, continuing to drink his whiskey, as if he did not understand the situation.

“Do you have any guesses?”

“I guess he’s infected.”

“But it was fine just a few days ago. The company’s security system can’t be breached that easily. At least the 15th floor and above are safe.”

Even Biozeneca, which had been relying solely on its security system, was taken over by a simple generator defect.

It is likely that high-rise buildings where VIPs are located also experienced similar problems.

But I didn’t want to say it out loud and amplify the chairman’s anxiety.

That’s because I discovered that my right hand, which was pouring the glass of whiskey, was shaking.

When I didn’t respond, the chairman, who had been rambling on and on for a while, came to his senses and said.

“I’m sorry. I’ve been rambling on for too long. The requests are all the same, except that there are some changes in the schedule. Even if it’s difficult for the others, please rescue the VIPs.”

Since I had already received the payment, I was determined to complete the request no matter what.

But one question that has been nagging at me since a while ago has been irritating me.

I was wondering whether I should just stay silent and get up, but eventually I couldn’t hold back my curiosity and asked.

“Who are you?”

“yes?”

“I’m talking about a VIP that needs to be saved. If you’re going to go to such lengths, he’s probably not just an acquaintance.”

At the slightly suggestive remark, the chairman frowned for the first time, showing a change in emotion.

“Does that matter?”

“I am in a position where I have to step in. At least I need to know why the Chairman is agitated.”

Rescue missions are risky enough to require attention to everything from the big picture to the smallest details.

At least I wanted to know why things were progressing so hastily.

Even the chairman, who was the party involved, agreed, and could not stand the frustration and revealed the truth.

“She is my biological daughter.”

“… …Are you talking about VIP?”

“Yes, to be exact, they are blood relatives that only I know.”

At first, I crossed my arms for a while, wondering what he was talking about.

Meanwhile, the chairman jumped up from his seat and walked over to the glass window overlooking the sea.

And then he quietly muttered in a voice that was barely audible, as if he were making a confession.

“My wife doesn’t know. No, even if she did know, she would never admit it. She’s the type of person who would never even imagine having an illegitimate child.”

Wait, what is this?

I was startled by the sudden development of the drama and tried to say that I was okay.

But the chairman began to pour out his heartfelt complaints to me, as if his emotional dam had burst.

“Still, I tried to raise him without any shortcomings. Even though he grew up without a father, I didn’t want him to be inferior to others. But now that I think about it, that was a mistake. I should have held him in my arms no matter what happened… … .”

He has an illegitimate child that is a secret from his wife, but the child doesn’t even know the father’s face.

참 개새끼도 이런 개새끼가 없다는 생각에 나는 순간 뒤통수를 때리고 싶었다.

But the chairman spoke with a hazy face, perhaps thinking that he was the main character in a drama.

“He is a precious child who has never had a drop of water on his hands since he was raised. When I think about how he must be struggling even now, tears well up in my eyes. Please, please bring him back.”

Unable to bear the frustration, I took the whiskey glass I had been holding with my lips and took a quick shot.

Then, he forced a smile on his face that was not manageable and told the chairman what he wanted.

“Most of the equipment is among the confiscated items. However, we need an automatic rifle that can be used as a primary weapon and a large amount of live ammunition.”

“Don’t worry about that. If there’s a model you want, Team Leader Kang will arrange it for you. Is there anything else you need?”

As expected of the chairman of a large corporation, he carries guns and ammunition that ordinary people cannot handle.

The remaining minor details could be discussed with Team Leader Kang, but there was one remaining problem.

I quietly asked the chairman one last question that I really, really wasn’t curious about.

“That’s the daughter who needs to be rescued. I think I should at least explain the situation. Is it okay if I tell you who the chairman is?”

“Oh! Don’t worry about that. I’ll take this opportunity to tell my wife. I don’t have any children, so I’m sure she’ll be happy if she has a daughter.”

“Oh, yes… … .”

“When you get back safely, let’s have a drink at a nice place. Maybe it’s because I’m pouring out my heart for the first time, but I feel strangely at ease.”

Will it really be comfortable? Well, I don’t know. I just think that if I get entangled here any more, I’ll get tired.

I pretended as if I hadn’t heard anything and left the private room with my hat pulled down low.

“Did you enjoy the story?”

As I left the room, Team Leader Kang Chan-ho, who had been waiting by the door, naturally followed me.

He was wondering if the story went well because of his loyalty to the chairman.

“Team Leader Kang, did you know?”

“Yes? What are you talking about?”

I tried it out just in case, but Team Leader Kang, who was my close associate, seemed to have no idea about it.

I clicked my tongue slightly, shook my head as if it was nothing, and walked down the hallway.

I never dreamed that Yebin’s words that ridiculous dramas always exist would be true.