The Magician’s Memorial - Chapter 454



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454. Variable Creation (4)

A financial tower with three projects in progress.

As February began, the project began to slowly show results.

In particular, Taewoo Securities invested in all three types of stocks, and Vice Chairman Han was in charge of directing all projects.

“The returns vary widely from project to project. Oil prices in particular have the lowest returns. Oil prices rose slightly after the OPEC production cut agreement at the end of last year, but have remained at the $55 level without much change since then.”

“Even though there has been an agreement to reduce production, the accumulated inventory is so large that oil prices will likely remain at their current level or fall slightly until the first half of the year.”

“I expect that too. I expect a supply glut as countries like Libya and Nigeria, which were excluded from the OPEC production cut agreement, are increasing their crude oil production.”

Oil prices are currently less volatile.

The price of oil, which was around $30, rose to over $50, but there was no significant movement after that, so there was no interesting part to look at.

“It will take the second half of the year for the reduction policy to take effect. Once the second half starts, won’t it rise by at least 20%?”

So, we plan to increase the amount we invest in oil from March onwards.”

“It could go up to $80 in 2018, so it’s not a bad idea to prepare in advance. How are other stocks doing?”

It was a vice president whose expression suddenly brightened.

Although Yuga didn’t have much fun, other projects seemed to have had a lot of fun.

“The Bitcoin lending business has been a huge hit since it started. There are a lot of customers from Korea, the US, and Japan who want to lend Bitcoin and invest with high leverage.”

“With the price of Bitcoin rising, it’s worth taking out a loan, even if it means paying high interest rates.”

The rise in Bitcoin prices was also good news for financial institutions.

To start a rental business, you obviously need to have a lot of Bitcoin.

As the price of Bitcoin rises, the value of the asset also increases, creating a structure where financial institutions can make double money.

“The Bitcoin price is expected to exceed 25 million won. It is expected to reach 30 million won by the end of the year at the latest.”

“There’s a lot of bubbles. Just like the IT bubble, the bubble will burst and then rise again. So, get rid of all your Bitcoins before the end of this year.”

“We are already setting the Bitcoin loan repayment date before the end of the year. We have also repeatedly urged people to cash out all their Bitcoins just before the end of the year.”

Bitcoin had extremely high price volatility.

Once the regulations were implemented, the price of 25 million won could be halved in a matter of days.

And the coin that had higher price volatility than Bitcoin was altcoin.

“What about investing in altcoins?”

“It was a huge success! Financial institutions bought Ethereum at $10, and within a few days, it had already hit $20.”

“Now that word has spread that financial institutions are buying Ethereum, the price will rise even more steeply.”

“Financial institutions are additionally purchasing Ethereum, and individual investors are also jumping into buying Ethereum, causing the trading volume to skyrocket.”

It was an altcoin that had already doubled its business.

But this was just the beginning, and by the end of this year, we could expect returns of more than 20x.

“Financial institutions that haven’t invested in altcoins are probably feeling a little sick.”

“There is no significant response. The amount that can be invested in altcoins is limited, so although the returns are high, the actual returns are not that great.”

All coins were limited in quantity.

So even if you want to invest, there is a limit to the amount you can invest due to quantity restrictions.

“Still, a small number of financial companies will be able to eat their fill.”

“There is a greater preference for Bitcoin lending than for high returns from altcoins. Since interest rates can be raised at will and turnover is good, even conservative financial institutions are showing interest.”

I’m working on three projects.

In fact, this project was no different from individual battles.

It was an investment made to kill time before the US-China trade dispute began in earnest.

“Think of this year as a time to rest. You need to build up your energy because real investment will begin next year.”

“It seems that the financial tower is thinking the same way. They are also looking for other places to invest in besides the three we suggested.”

We couldn’t support everything from A to Z.

Of course, if there is a large project, everyone can share it.

Originally, the financial industry was an industry that could only survive if each person was self-sufficient.

“The financial tower is running well.”

“They say Taewoo Semiconductor is in chaos. The two presidents are competing to remodel the old factory, and they are calling in all the talented people in the Taewoo Group.”

“Let them do whatever they want. They are the top cash cow affiliate of Taewoo Group, so they should be supported to that extent.”

“Taewoo Construction, Taewoo Corporation, Taewoo Automobile, and even the AI ​​Center. It seems like they plan to use everything from technology to talent. And it also looks like they plan to spend 10 times more than the typical cost of remodeling an old factory.”

How fun would that be?

Unlimited support of human resources and capital.

And even the peace of mind that comes with being able to see a deficit.

Taewoo Semiconductor’s presidents were decorating the old factory, thinking of it as play rather than work.

***

The first week of February has passed.

Meanwhile, Captain Kang finished all the preparations.

I went to his office to give him some advice as he was leaving for Malaysia.

“I repeat, the most important thing is the safety of Captain Kang and his staff. If something happens, retreat without looking back.”

“You don’t have to worry. For today, I and my 10 staff members have been training every day to improve our physical condition. We are in a condition that is fit for fighting.”

“Think about running away with that good body.”

It was Captain Kang’s body that was definitely pumped up.

He looked so plump that even clothes couldn’t hide his figure, and his sharp eyes had returned to the ones I’d seen when I first met him.

“Most of the special training was full-out sprinting. Don’t worry!”

“The Taewoo Hospital medical team has already moved to Malaysia and begun providing medical support. They have set up a base camp not far from the airport, so please be sure to familiarize yourself with the location.”

“I’ve already completed the study. And just in case, I’ve even kept the atropine antidote injection used in the military on hand.”

Saying anything more here would be nothing more than nagging.

Finally, he patted Captain Kang on the shoulder and gave him a trusting smile.

“Have a nice trip.”

“I will create the variable properly and come back!”

Captain Kang went downstairs from the office.

I shared a car with 10 other employees who were waiting and went to the airport.

***

February 13th, Kuala Lumpur Airport, Malaysia.

As it is an airport located in the capital city, quite a lot of people came and went.

Because it was an airport often used as a transit point, people of various nationalities used the airport.

It was not uncommon to spot people who appeared to be Korean.

“Sir! Your golf skills have improved! Your shots fly like a clothesline.”

“You only ate and played golf, so I thought your golf club was bent.”

Five Koreans wearing Hawaiian shirts.

And behind them, a group of men appeared to be following at a slight interval.

Shorts, a shirt, and even sunglasses.

Captain Kang and his group looked like tourists to anyone who saw them.

“I will buy the plane ticket.”

“Let’s go together. How can I buy 10 tickets by myself?”

Captain Kang and his party headed to the kiosk.

They never glanced sideways, but before they knew it, Number 2 was next to them.

No. 2 was also trying to check in using the kiosk, and Captain Kang and his party naturally ended up standing next to him.

“Eww!”

At that moment, two women approached number 2.

They approached each other naturally, as if asking for directions, and one of them grabbed No. 2’s body while the other tried to rub No. 2’s face with his palm.

“What are you doing!”

puck!

One of the employees kicked the woman who was holding No. 2’s body.

And the rest of the staff pushed the woman away with her hands wide open.

As Captain Kang’s group of ten men guarded No. 2, the two women ran away without looking back.

“Mom, I can’t move my body very well.”

“Are you okay?”

Number 2, swaying.

Captain Kang personally examined the condition of No. 2’s body.

I was still conscious, but I could feel the muscles in my body gradually contracting.

“Atropine!”

Phew!

One of the staff members took an atropine syringe from a pocket on his belt and injected it into Person 2.

“Move quickly!”

Atropine injections alone were not enough.

Only by receiving treatment as soon as possible could No. 2 be saved.

One of the staff members carried No. 2 on his back and they rode along a pre-determined route to the Taewoo Hospital medical team base camp.

“Emergency patient! Poisoned by VX-series chemical weapons!”

The distance from the airport to the base camp is only 5 minutes.

They ignored the signal and ran at full speed, so they arrived at base camp in three minutes and immediately informed the medical staff of the situation and requested treatment.

“VX? Get out of here! We need treatment now.”

The medical staff simultaneously rushed towards No. 2.

The Taewoo Hospital base camp had a variety of treatment devices that were not available at regular medical service base camps.

Thanks to this, No. 2’s treatment went smoothly.

After about an hour, No. 2 successfully regained consciousness.

“Are you in your right mind?”

“Ugh, ugh.”

“You must be very tired. First, take a deep breath and get some sleep. The detoxification process is complete, so you don’t have to worry.”

Number 2 fell asleep quickly.

The medical team that finished the treatment sighed and approached Captain Kang’s group.

“What happened?”

“We saved him from being assassinated at the airport.”

“But how did you know that VX was used?”

“That, that.”

“The bottle the assassin used had VX written on it!”

Captain Kang stutters when questioned by the medical staff.

In his stead, one of the experienced staff members came up with a suitable excuse.

“I was very lucky. This medical service also included a program related to VX detoxification.”

“Did the hospital director have any foresight? I have done a lot of medical volunteer work, but this is the first time I have seen a VX detox program included in a medical volunteer work.”

The medical staff were really clueless.

I was just executing the program as instructed from above.

I just thought it was a miracle that a VX poisoned patient had arrived at base camp.

“We should go now.”

“But shouldn’t you at least receive a word of thanks before you leave?”

“The flight time is more urgent.”

Captain Kang and his party got back in the car and headed to the airport.

I boarded the plane and went to Korea.

They had no reason to remain in Malaysia as they had achieved their goal of creating variables.