The Magician’s Memorial - Chapter 139



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Episode 139 Chicken Coop (3)

Representative Yoon Hyeon-gil’s office.

As a five-term lawmaker, he set up an office in the middle of Gangnam.

The aides under him were also people of considerable ability.

“Councilor! “I think you should look at the article from the best newspaper.”

“Bring it and see.”

It was Representative Yoon Hyeon-gil, wearing reading glasses and reading the newspaper.

The newspaper’s content was a report on the illegal political funds of a five-term member of the National Assembly.

“The content is aimed at me.”

“Among the five-term lawmakers, you are the only one preparing for the presidential election.”

“Why did Jeilbo publish an article like this? “If the intention was to assassinate me, there would be no reason not to mention my real name.”

“The Cheilbo is a newspaper that is close to the Taewo Group. “It is presumed that he received instructions from the Taewo Group.”

Representative Yoon Hyeon-gil touched the newspaper with his finger.

The content of the article was not a big problem.

It was a suspicion-level article with almost no facts stated, and since no real names were mentioned, it was easy to just pass by and pretend not to know.

But the last part of the article bothered me.

‘We will continue to report additional suspicions.’

It was a phrase filled with the intention that there was still more to be solved, and it made Representative Yoon Hyeon-gil fall into trouble.

“Is there anyone who can still contact Assistant Director Park?”

“I lost contact with senior Park two years ago. “I haven’t been able to contact you since I lost the city council election.”

“I guess Taewoo Group had contact with Assistant Director Park?”

“We cannot rule out that possibility. “It must be said that there is no place in Korea that is not under the influence of the Taewo Group.”

“Do you really want to give it a try with me? The world has really gotten better. In the past, people in business couldn’t even look me in the face.”

He was Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil, who had been active in politics since the military regime.

I also had the experience of summoning the CEOs of large corporations and pouring harsh words on them.

Because of that, he tended to view the CEOs of large corporations as beneath him.

“But just in case, why don’t you talk to Taewo Group? “If it is difficult for you to come forward in person, I will talk to you.”

“Well, now is the time for you to take part in this matter yourself. “If I run for president, you will take over the constituency, and to do that, you will need to know how to deal with entrepreneurs.”

“Since I don’t want to meet Chairman Kim Tae-joong in person, I will talk to Vice Chairman Kim Min-jae.”

“You’re a young guy, so you might come across as a no-nonsense person, so be prepared. “For a third-generation chaebol, I’ve never seen anyone so polite.”

Assistant Director Joo Kang-tae.

He worked as an aide to Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil for 12 years.

There was talk of taking over the constituency and running for National Assembly elections starting from the next general election.

He was an aide to Joo Kang-tae who already considered himself a member of the National Assembly.

Since he was always next to Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil, who was at the center of power, he thought he was on a par with Vice Chairman Kim Min-jae.

***

That evening.

Aide Joo Kang-tae was waiting for Vice Chairman Kim Min-jae at a small restaurant near Yeouido.

When the appointed time arrived, the restaurant’s door opened and a customer arrived, but it was not the customer that Assistant Manager Joo Kang-tae had been waiting for.

“Nice to meet you. “I am the planning director of Taewoo Group.”

“Vice President Kim Min-jae isn’t coming in person?”

“He’s so busy that he doesn’t have time to attend events like this.”

Wiggle!

Aide Joo Kang-tae’s forehead veins surged.

A person who is not Vice Chairman Kim Min-jae, but merely the head of the planning department, is looking down at himself and speaking.

I felt like pouring water on my face, but there must be a reason why it came out like that.

“Actually, in practical matters, those at the lower levels have to work things out for those at the top to be comfortable. Since we are both busy people, shall we talk openly from the beginning?”

“There is nothing much to say from our side. “They just defend against attacks.”

The planning director’s voice was cold.

He had considerable hostility towards Rep. Yoon Hyun-gil, who shot Chairman Kim Tae-jung, whom he respected the most.

“You’re so emotional. Can we have a proper conversation like this? We have nothing to regret. Isn’t it the duty of a member of the National Assembly to report the tyranny of large corporations for the public good? The next matter to be reported is related to Taewoo Construction’s slush fund. Are you sure you don’t mind?”

“Then we have no choice but to go on defense. A slush fund would be appropriate for a slush fund. Drunk driving, connections to Chinese construction companies, real estate speculation, military exemption, etc. “It will take another two days and one night to tell you everything.”

“what… … what?”

The aide’s face became thoughtful.

At best, I thought he had found a weakness by recruiting his former aide.

However, there were numerous allegations of corruption that he was unaware of, and if they became known, his political career would be over.

“You’re just saying random things without any evidence.”

“The problem is that there is too much evidence. “It’s hard to know which evidence to release.”

The planning director threw some photos on the table.

From the scene where Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil receives money directly, to a photo of an aide holding a box containing money in the trunk.

The aide who looked at the photo swallowed his saliva.

A photo of this size is more than enough to be accepted as conclusive evidence.

If that happens, not only Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil’s political life, but also his own political life as an aide, will end before it even begins.

“how… … “A picture like this?”

“Surely there are only photos? From recording files to videos, to ledgers and documents, there are so many. So far, no one has directly attacked Taewoo Group, so there was nothing for the planning office to do. “I am grateful for this opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of the Planning Department.”

In fact, the evidence obtained by the planning office was limited.

Most of it was evidence obtained by Vice Chairman Kim Min-jae, but there was no need to make that fact known.

In order to criticize the aide, it was necessary to make people believe that the evidence was obtained from the planning office.

“Data obtained illegally cannot be accepted as legal evidence.”

“Since when do politicians start fighting in court? “This is enough data to move public opinion.”

“… … “Is there any good for a business owner in Korea to have an angle like this with politicians?”

“This is not a fight we started first. “I’m just defending myself.”

“Why do we need this data for defense!”

“Isn’t there a saying that the best defense is offense? “It’s a little embarrassing to hear someone who knows say something like that.”

The aide had no idea how to resolve this situation.

Until I came to the restaurant, I thought I had the advantage.

Since it is a large company whose image is its life, I expected it to bow its head, but it turns out that image is its life, which applies not only to companies but also to politicians.

“So you really want to stick with us until the end? There are more than a few large corporations that are itching to take over Taewo Group. “Taewoo Group will be in trouble if it joins hands with them.”

“I’ll just say the same thing back to you. There are more than a few politicians who are anxious to capture Representative Yoon Hyeon-gil. “If we join hands with them, who will be in trouble?”

The aide also knew well the power of the Taewoo Group.

Among the people running large corporations in Korea, there was no one who did not come into contact with politicians.

In particular, Taewo Group, the number one company in the business world, was in close contact with many politicians, regardless of whether they were from the ruling party or the opposition party.

“Are you threatening me now?”

“Why do you keep pretending to be the victim? We were not the ones who struck first. ah! And the evidence we showed you today is the weakest we’ve ever collected. Just know that you have data that could end not just your political career, but your life itself.”

“… … First of all, I understand. “I will contact you again after discussing it with the congressman.”

“You can take your photos with you. “If we just pick it again anyway, that’s it.”

The aide took a photo of Juseom Juseom.

I didn’t even have time to think about how invisible I looked right now.

***

The aide ran straight to Representative Yoon Hyeon-gil’s office.

I relayed the story and photos I heard at the restaurant to Representative Yoon Hyeon-gil.

Wow!

Representative Yoon Hyeon-gil could not control his anger and punched his aide in the face.

I knew it wasn’t my aide’s fault, but I needed someone to vent my anger on right now.

“How dare you say something like that!”

“sorry. “I did not expect that Taewo Group would secure this much data in a short period of time.”

“Does this make sense? Taewoo Group is a large corporation, not an information organization. But how do you get these photos? “This is something that only Namsan’s intelligence department would do.”

Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil always presented himself with a serious look.

However, the moment he saw the photo the aide brought, the wrapping paper was torn off, revealing his true face.

“I think we have more data. “This level of information is impossible without government help.”

“Is this because we joined hands with the government? “Well, I guess that’s why you dare threaten me.”

“It may be presumptuous, but I think it would be better to leave it alone until the power of the government weakens.”

“Hmm, I guess so. The lame duck will come next year at the latest. “By then, the kimchi will be very ripe.”

It was Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil who managed to get his mind together.

I was still angry, but I was able to control my mind because I thought time was on my side.

“Shouldn’t we at least pretend to reconcile with Taewoo Group?”

“Why don’t you meet the head of the planning office and offer a hand of reconciliation? Then Taewo Group will agree and join our hands. That’s the nature of people who run businesses. “These are people who go out of their way to avoid any losses.”

“Then let’s put this matter aside for a while. And while pretending to make peace, we will look for more definitive and fatal data.”

“That’s an answer I like. “Find evidence that would make Chairman Kim Tae-joong cry out in front of me!”

A gentleman’s revenge is never too late even if it takes 10 years.

He was Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil, who considered himself a gentleman.

Even though he was the one who started this matter, he sharpened his sword for revenge.

***

The time when the head of the planning office was meeting with Rep. Yoon Hyeon-gil’s aide.

I had a meeting with Chairman Jang Kyung-jun at a quiet, long-established restaurant in Yangjae-dong, where the current car headquarters is located.

“It’s my father’s favorite restaurant. “I caught the owner’s grandmother saying she was going to quit working at the restaurant.”

“I think they even did the interior work. “Unlike the shabby exterior, the interior is very clean.”

“How can you hold on to someone without giving them something? “Not only are they doing the interior work, but they even bought this building and are renting it out for free.”

Chairman Jang Kyung-jun’s mood has changed quite a bit.

Before, there was a common enemy called Chairman Jang Young-jun, but now that everything has been resolved, it seems like they are trying to establish a new relationship.

“Your face is very damaged.”

“There were so many mourners that there was no time to rest. But it’s a little better now. I would like to express my gratitude to Chairman Kim Tae-joong separately. “I feel sorry for not being able to serve you food properly.”

“I wasn’t served food, but I was given other things.”

I held out a note.

It was the very note that Chairman Youngjun Jang gave me.

[Contact with Yoon Hyeon-gil and Jang Gyeong-jun]