How to Live as an Immortal - Chapter 358



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358 Mr. Queen

“So what kind of place is it?”

[Commonly known as Primal. This is the complex where the first scalable quantum computer is built. It was built in the past to manage the overall system of Mars.]

Unlike Dome, where the infrastructure was fragmented and unified due to the disaster of the Ice Age, Mars had an environment that could be unified from the start.

Humanity, who had already established city plans, incorporated such experiences, and as a result, the five major colonies, including the Seed Colony, were born.

[It is also said to be the cradle where superintelligence and untouchables were born]

“I see.”

There is a treasure trove of Untouchables in Area 1, but they did not live there from the beginning. Before Mars was colonized, it was unknown how far humanity could flourish.

It wasn’t long before it became completely untouchable.

“I thought he was born somewhere, but I didn’t think it would be a place like this.”

It should be said to be a historical site representing the 24th century. I don’t know for sure, but it will probably become a cultural asset in 500 years.

It’s surprising that a place like this has fallen out of the public eye, but that’s not the point.

“Now that I think about it… … .”

The Syndicate’s theft of the special purpose android’s blueprints was due to its real-time simulation capabilities using quantum computers.

This is where you can see why the Syndicate chose Primal as their stage.

The beginning of the communication paralysis and the end of the proxy war converge on the Syndicate.

It was a typical case of a relationship ending out of nowhere.

Yeah, at the end of this journey is―

‘Is that her?’

* * *

Primal, as its name suggests, boasted a vast scale. Moreover, its structure was so complex that it was no exaggeration to call it a labyrinth.

However, unfortunately, what Gaon was holding in his hands was only a half-baked architectural blueprint.

Needless to say, the details were completely different because it was written before full-scale construction began. Of course, there were some things that didn’t change.

That was the central part that became the heart of Primal.

If you know the distance and direction, reaching your destination is no problem. Even if it was blocked, it wouldn’t be a problem. Gaon had a new soldier who could cut anything.

“Is this the end?”

After eliminating all the roaming members of the syndicate, you arrive at a deep-seated area reminiscent of a palace.

What came into view was the essence of civilization.

A sphere that resembles a star hangs from the ceiling, emitting a halo of light. On its surface, tens or hundreds of billions of parts form a circle, and a hologram floating above it reports the current situation.

A configuration that solely supports the central processing unit, like a satellite following a planet.

The king of computing devices, which had long since fallen silent, was now in operation.

The exterior has been torn off, leaving only the frame.

The closer you get, the stronger the tremors from the sign become.

Crack, crack.

Finally, we reach the center.

It was then that Void_, a battle android with a huge physique, blocked my path as if protecting someone.

Gaon glanced at Shinyoung through his side and straightened his posture.

Void_ The person beyond was a girl I had seen before.

A dress with calm blonde hair and a handmade parasol.

It was an unforgettable combination.

She is the new member of Zaiza Ark, the former president of Megacorp Trian.

“… …Samael.”

“Oh my, you’re already here. How was it? My riddle.”

As usual, it was a funny tone, but Gaon couldn’t help but smile. It was only when it was finally the end that he realized where the series of events had led.

“Looking back, it was full of strange things.”

The board of directors remained relaxed even though they knew that BH, an asset to human civilization, had been stolen by the Syndicate.

Even when the syndicate could take the token and pinpoint its location, the response was largely the same. Even if they tried to keep MTI in check, it would be the board that would be in trouble.

Moreover, they even sought assistance from the Mars Defense Force and lent them the BH they possessed.

Even at the risk of massive bleeding.

What does that mean?

“Was the board of directors also in cahoots?”

Since it was promised that it would be returned from the beginning, there was no need for them to rush.

This was in line with Samael’s previous assignment to Primal. It must have something to do with her previous job.

Suddenly, I remember the day I met Samael.

“The biker gang ran away, and then they showed up right away as if they had been waiting because they were watching from nearby.”

“Oh, you’re really stupid, Banji Noh. To ask a half-penny broker and miss out on a one-time opportunity. Well, that’s usually the case with those who are called dark side.”

Samael smiled sweetly as if he had candy in his mouth, but to Gaon, he only looked creepy.

“Why did you harm Miss Snow? If you wanted the blueprints, you could have taken them quietly.”

“Is that what your brother is asking?”

Samael folds his handmade parasol and slams the end of it on the ground.

“It’s because of the Cannibalism Gate.”

“It must have been an agreed matter.”

“Hahaha, hahahaha, hahaha! You think you can do something like that with just words? Hahahahahahahaha. It’s disgusting, really disgusting! It’s disgusting!”

Samael, who keeps bursting out in fits of rage as if he were suffering from epilepsy, grabs his hair.

Not only did he have to voluntarily resign from the board, but Trian’s market capitalization evaporated to an indescribable degree. The family’s reputation was also tarnished.

“The pain of having an indelible scar engraved on my body that I worked on my entire life was unbearable.”

But I got over it once.

Since we belong to the same ark, we will be together for eternity.

but-

“He registered as a candidate for the board of directors without revealing his identity.”

“It’s Miss Snow’s choice… … .”

“Haha, yeah. I knew you’d say that.”

Samael couldn’t help but be suspicious.

It is not a coincidence that the cannibalism gate was opened, but rather an attempt to get Baekdu on the board of directors.

Moreover, after giving up many jobs, he chose to be a problem solver – isn’t that too coincidental?

Even if he used dramatic numbers, it was as if he voluntarily stepped down so that it could be dismissed as the loyalty of a single subordinate rather than a fight between conglomerates.

Samael’s eyes were as clouded as those of someone who was possessed by a demon of suspicion, but Gaon did not make excuses. Even if the intentions were different, the results were the same.

“That’s why I wanted to teach you, Uncle. How sad and painful it is to lose your ‘alter self.’”

All it took was a slight twist to the original plan.

After causing a communication paralysis and blowing up the plant, you can use magic to transform the suspect.

“But things didn’t go as planned. Even though I had finally transformed into a girl.”

I replay the conversation we had at the pub. Thinking back, I realize that Samael had cleverly cornered the culprit into going to MTI.

Because the context was perfectly aligned, Gaon didn’t doubt it either. No, he couldn’t.

“Even that was a stepping stone.”

“My brother is a man after all, so he let his guard down. But it turned out well for me.”

There was nothing to deny. I just felt like my tastes had changed a bit after I died and came back to life, so I just enjoyed it and moved on.

It should have been considered what kind of change of heart occurred to change gender.

“But I remember that even though the resentment was deep, there were no particular sanctions.”

“That’s because the thing about you was just a side project to my plan. I just wanted to show my anger.”

“Side dish?”

A beat later, the point of view expands. That’s not wrong. She even used proxy wars to satisfy her own selfish desires. It’s as if she knew it would happen and prepared for it in advance.

“no way…….”

In order for Samael to hide and point the finger at MTI, a proxy war had to be waged at the very moment she took over BH.

Why did the board of directors hold a proxy war during this chaotic time when communications were paralyzed?

“The proxy war itself was a cover-up?”

Then I could understand why the board of directors tolerated the commotion growing. Even Megacorp, which should have been investigating the truth, was not paying much attention to it and was concentrating on the fight.

But the questions don’t go away.

Yes, I understand that there was some kind of deal going on between the board and Samael. But why did they have to collaborate so secretly?

If you leave it to Samael, it means it’s worth it―

“Why on earth did you… … No, why did you steal the certificate and draw the attention that I had tried to shake off before?”

“Oh, the certificate. That was just a ‘minor error’ that wasn’t part of my plan. But there’s no point in complaining about it now.”

Anyway, Samael trails off and smiles.

“Is it the gentleman’s custom to hide the red truth?”

“But what if you still want to know your purpose?”

“I don’t like sticky people… … .”

“When the proxy war started, I promised you that I would give you whatever information you wanted.”

Samael shook his head, his lips slightly parted, as if he had been hit in the head with a hammer.

“I never thought you’d say that in this situation. You’re rude. But a promise is a promise.”

She glances up at the quantum computer connected to the ceiling and adds:

“Do you understand what I mean by correcting past mistakes?”

“Correct me?”

“Okay, that’s the end of the answer. Seriously, you’re the one who’s going to cause trouble all the way.”

Samael, who had spread out her handmade parasol as if she had no regrets, turned her back. It was then that Void_ followed her as if she was escorting her.

Gaon took out the bag without hesitation.

“Even if you go, you have to pay the price for making me suffer.”

The moment I was about to swing my sword―

Kookbang!

The shock is palpable.

A beast comes into view, grinning, and approaches from a distance.

“If you’re here, wouldn’t it be polite to greet the elders?”

Blonde hair that had grown dark at the roots from dyeing it long ago. Copper-colored skin with clear muscle fibers. Simple attire, and facial features that were not so good—he was a syndicate executive, a warrior who had reached the realm of the realm, a queen.

“Mr. Queen.”

Geek Geek.

The Queen stopped almost simultaneously when she heard the unfamiliar combination of words and Gaon supported her body as it was being pushed away while holding Baek upside down.

“No way, that’s my nickname? Haha, this is a total mess.”

The Queen’s cheerful laughter lasted only a moment. In an instant, her expression hardened and her voice became extremely low.

“I like the guy who stabbed me in the back, but I don’t like the guy who jokes around with my name.”

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