Franchise God - Chapter 38



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Franchise God Episode 038

Chapter 8 You said you were going to open a ramen shop? (1) You look like my ex-girlfriend.

At those words, the smile on Jang Hyo-ju’s face grew deeper.

“Why did you break up? You shouldn’t have let her go. Was it possible that our personalities didn’t match?”

“No, he was very kind and devoted.”

“Then it’s because you can’t cook? Actually, I can’t cook at all.”

“That doesn’t look like Jang Hyo-ju at all. That guy was really good at cooking. There was no dish he couldn’t cook.”

“You’re pretty, kind, and good at cooking, so why did you break up?”

“It just wasn’t meant to be. If everything you come into contact with gets entangled, then that wouldn’t be life.”

Jeon Seong-ryeol was nervous. If the topic of bereavement were to come up in a place like this, the mood could become dampened.

Fortunately, Ha Soo-young laughed it off as if nothing had happened, and Jeon Seong-ryeol was able to calm his impatience.

The topic naturally shifted to the new ramen product that Jang Hyo-joo had to promote.

“Ramen with two shiitake mushrooms?”

Jang Hyo-ju showed interest in the term “golden silk umbrella mushroom.”

“Do you like yellow oyster mushrooms?”

“Of course. It’s the king of soup dishes. I like yellow oyster mushrooms better than pine mushrooms. I like them too. And the price is affordable.”

“Actually, the price of yellow oyster mushrooms is not very popular. They cost 100,000 won per kilogram.”

“It’s relative to the mushrooms. But if you put two yellow oyster mushrooms in ramen, the price will be over ten thousand won. Will that be a good business?”

Jang Hyo-ju suddenly showed a worried expression.

“But since it’s a product I’m promoting, I wouldn’t feel good if it didn’t sell well.”

“Don’t worry. They’ll sell well. That’s because I plan to sell them for a thousand won each.”

“A thousand won each? Then aren’t you selling them at a loss?”

“There is a way to make a profit.”

Ha Soo-young skillfully led the conversation while hiding detailed confidential information.

The floor manager was quietly sticking out his tongue.

Usually, young men freeze when they first meet Jang Hyo-ju.

Because it is a beauty that literally overwhelms people.

Even the second and third generation of chaebols who seem to be doing well become slightly stiff and nervous when they first meet Jang Hyo-joo.

But the young man shows no such signs.

He leads the conversation comfortably and skillfully, as if he were talking to an old friend.

However, as an advertiser, he knows how to be restrained and keep a straight line.

Whether he is the third generation of a conglomerate or self-made, he has a great personality.

“Actually, after meeting Mr. Jang Hyo-ju in person, one thing changed my mind.”

“What is it? Is this a contract? Now?”

As Jang Hyo-ju spoke with a refreshing smile, Ha Su-yeong nodded quietly.

The manager’s expression slightly changed to a bad one, but Ha Soo-young struck first.

“Of course, in a good way. If you refuse, we can just sign the contract as originally agreed.”

“I’ll listen.”

“Let’s keep the non-exclusive contract as is, keep the 1-year contract period as is, but instead, increase the filming from 1 episode to 4 episodes, and make the CF guarantee 2 billion won. What do you think?”

“I guess you felt sorry about only filming one episode.”

“Isn’t it natural when you encounter visuals like this? This is so fraudulent.”

Jang Hyo-ju and Manager Siljang burst into small laughter.

She crossed her arms slightly, lost in thought.

The necklace hanging from her soft, white collarbone sparkles to the beat of her hair.

“Oh, I’m having trouble with this. Do I have to decide right now?”

“It would be better for me if you decide later. We can have another meal together under that excuse.”

“Director, what should I do?”

“The decision is yours. You just have to get 1 billion won and film 3 more CFs. It’s much more profitable.”

“But will the schedule work?”

“You can make a schedule.”

“Okay, I’ve decided.”

Jang Hyo-ju leaned her upper body forward slightly with a faint smile on her face.

“I’ll do that. But let’s finalize the contract today.”

“That’s too bad. I wanted to see you again next time.”

“It’s all about making time. I’m just wondering if the boss might change his mind, so let’s wrap it up now. Don’t be upset.”

“I’m not the type of person to do things so capriciously.”

“There are some men like that sometimes. They make all sorts of promises in front of me without coming to their senses, and then when they turn around, they come to their senses and say, ‘Oh no.’ If the boss does that, I’ll be blowing my guarantee.”

“I don’t think you see me that way.”

“Let’s just say that I’m trying to save you from the troubles you’ll have when you come to your senses later. What do you think?”

Why did I ask for another billion right then and there?

The idea is to tie it up neatly here so that you don’t have any regrets.

Jeon Seong-ryeol quietly admired to himself that it was possible to be considerate in this way.

‘You’re really playing with a man’s heart.’

“Okay then, let’s do that.”

After the meal, the contract was finalized with one additional clause.

Non-exclusive, 4-part shoot, 2 billion won per year.

Finally, Ha Soo-young asked while shaking hands.

“Do you like ramen?”

“Actually, I don’t really like it. The soup splashes out when I eat noodles.”

“Oh, like that.”

“Don’t worry. I’ll act deliciously. I’m a successful actor.”

Jang Hyo-ju winked.

* * *

After the meeting and meal, we parted ways with Jang Hyo-ju and her group.

Ha Su-yeong and Jeon Seong-ryeol went into the bathroom and talked while washing their hands.

“The atmosphere was nice.”

“It’s a meeting with an advertiser. Of course.”

“So you’re saying it’s not true but just acting?”

“That’s what it looked like to me.”

“Which part looks like that?”

“Everything.”

Jeon Seong-ryeol briefly recalled Jang Hyo-ju’s smile and tone of speech.

That loving and kind appearance was fake from beginning to end?

“You didn’t see things wrong, did you?”

“I saw it properly. So I like it more.”

“No, I thought you were interested in me because I treated you more kindly than necessary. And why do I like you even more when you’re being hypocritical?”

“The CF will be filmed deliciously. Since he is someone who acts every day, he will do even better when he works.”

“By the way, when I saw it in person, it really does look similar.”

It must be a story about an ex-girlfriend. Jeon Seong-ryeol instinctively flinched.

Ha Soo-young turned around, washing her hands with a small towel. Then she said nonchalantly.

“They did look similar, but my ex-girlfriend was prettier.”

“Is there anything you are interested in…….”

“I’m just a fan. I was satisfied when I saw it in person.”

The tone was so concise that it almost seemed decisive. That’s why Jeon Seong-ryeol was a little confused.

Judging from the friendly atmosphere earlier, it seemed like Ha Soo-young also had a lot of feelings.

“If I had that kind of feeling in the first place, I wouldn’t have even brought up the topic of my ex-girlfriend.”

“I see.”

Anyway, the meeting atmosphere was soft, so Jeon Seong-ryeol had nothing more to say.

The two washed their hands and left the bathroom.

I was walking down the soft hallway carpet to catch the elevator.

“No, aren’t you CEO Jeon Seong-ryeol?”

Suddenly, Ha Soo-young turned around at the sound of a middle-aged man’s voice.

It was a man whose face I was seeing for the first time, but it seemed like Jeon Seong-ryeol already knew him. Judging from the way his expression immediately turned happy.

“Ah, President Makemiya. It’s nice to meet you like this.”

Ha Soo-young was slightly surprised and checked on Jeon Seong-ryeol, who winked slightly so that only he could see.

“Seoul is really small. I never thought I would meet you all here like this.”

“Isn’t this the hotel we supply? I thought we’d run into each other at some point, but I never thought it would be like this on my first visit.”

Jeon Seong-ryeol spoke wittily, and Ha Su-yeong snickered inwardly.

Since the meeting place was set at the Seohae Hotel, there must have been some anticipation that we might run into Makemiya by chance.

“But it seems like you came today for a meal, not a delivery.”

“Yes, that’s right. I have a contract meeting.”

“Oh, really? Did it go well?”

“Of course. It went very well, haha.”

“But this person here…?”

Makemiya’s gaze turned to Ha Su-yeong, who quickly took out her business card and handed it over.

“My name is Ha Su-yeong. I work in business with CEO Jeon Seong-ryeol here.”

“This is the friend I told you about last time. The friend who said he had a mountain where pine mushrooms grew regardless of the season.”

“Oh, is that him? It’s really nice to meet you.”

Makemiya immediately turned bright red and grabbed Ha Su-young’s hand.

Jeon Seong-ryeol was also slightly bewildered by the welcoming attitude that seemed excessively ceremonial.

Ha Soo-young was the same, but on the outside she reacted calmly.

“I’m eating the mushrooms that Mr. Ha grew well. They’re my favorite food in the world. Now I can’t eat without Mr. Ha’s mushrooms, hehe.”

“You are too kind. It is just a common mushroom.”

“No, it’s definitely not your typical mushroom. Hmm……”

Makemiya seemed to have something to say.

Ha Soo-young narrowed her eyes slightly and observed him. It seemed as though she was hesitating because of Jeon Seong-ryeol.

‘What is it? What is it for?’

“You two, if you don’t mind, would you like to have some cocktails? I’m kind of free right now.”

“I don’t know if it will be a waste.”

As Jeon Seong-ryeol listened to those words, he quickly nodded to Ha Su-yeong.

Ha Su-yeong, who realized his intentions, also quickly stepped forward.

“We would be honored if you invited us. Thanks to President Makemiya purchasing a year’s supply of mushrooms, we were able to quickly get the business we were preparing on track.”

“Oh, really? I’m glad it helped.”

If you can build a relationship with a real estate tycoon like Makemiya, it will naturally be beneficial in the long run.

Without saying a word, the two followed Makemiya’s directions and headed to the lounge bar on the same floor.

There were two glasses on a table by the window overlooking the city center.

“Did you have a companion?”

“I was talking with my friend’s daughter.”

“Then wouldn’t it be a nuisance for him to join us……”

“It’s okay. He’s not the type of kid who would take this as a waste. He’d rather think of it as a good opportunity.”

“……?”

The square table was designed so that one person could sit on each of the four sides.

Ha Su-yeong and Jeon Seong-ryeol also sat across from each other in the empty seats.

An employee immediately came and took my order.

Then a beautiful voice rang out from behind.

“I’m sorry, I was on the phone for so long. Oh, by the way, who are these people?”

‘What’s that? Where did I hear that voice?’

Ha Soo-young’s pupils dilated slightly as she looked back.

Jeong Seo-hee also looked at Ha Su-yeong with a somewhat surprised expression.

“Oh my, by any chance…?”

“Aren’t you the granddaughter of the seller from Seoraksan?”

“That’s right. Oh my, how could this be…….”

Jeong Seo-hee showed a friendly and welcoming reaction, and Makemiya leaned forward in curiosity.

“What, you two knew each other?”

“A while ago, my grandmother dug up the mountain she was planning to move to to become a farmer. That’s the person who bought the mountain.”

Ha Soo-young gently brushed her chest.

‘I’m glad I didn’t lie about the pine trees growing on Mt. Seorak.’