Episode 205
205. Listing
[congratulations! You have completed the quest as first place in the area!]
[Currently, ‘Black Scythe’ is ranked 1st in the area.]
[A ‘Rune Bundle’ will be given as a reward for ranking first in the area!]
[A ‘Special Reward Selection Box’ will be given as a reward for ranking first in the area!]
Now that I’m always in first place, I’m getting sick of it.
‘I’m disappointed if I don’t receive it.’
I used the rune bundle thinking that I was getting what I deserved.
[You used a rune package.]
[congratulations! ‘Gale Rune’ has arrived!]
[The acquired runes are automatically imprinted on the player’s body!]
[Rune of Gale]
-Effect: Attack speed and movement speed increase by 100%.
‘Oh, something good came out?’
Attack speed and movement speed are still fast enough, but it’s better than nothing.
‘If you look at the rune alone, it is a rune with above-average performance.’
There is nothing wrong with becoming stronger, and you may need to prepare for the future.
‘Because we don’t know how strong Michael, the number one archangel, is.’
When I saw it before, I felt as strong as an abyss, but I don’t know how it feels now.
‘I need to become stronger in order to prepare for when I face Michael.’
Now that we’ve eliminated 6th and 7th place, it’s time to meet 5th place, but I didn’t have high expectations.
I easily defeated the 6th and 7th placers, but I was wondering how strong they would be in the 5th place.
‘Anyway, you need to be careful. ‘It may come down to this world.’
There isn’t much of a problem in the other world, but if an archangel appears in reality, even the Ryumin must be nervous.
‘Maybe they’ll target my brother.’
I clicked the special reward selection box, thinking I should be prepared just in case.
[You can choose one of the following special rewards.]
[Please touch the reward you want.]
└ 1. Double experience buff (limited to 13 rounds)
└ 2. Mercenary level increases by one level
└ 3. Information about round 13
‘Without further ado, it’s number 2.’
Since I’m not leveling up on purpose, I don’t need experience points.
Needless to say, there is information about the 13th round.
‘As your mercenary level rises, you will have the opportunity to catch a dragon.’
When I touched number 2, a message appeared immediately.
[Your mercenary level has increased from ‘Expert’ to ‘Veteran’.]
To catch a dragon, you just need to go up one level.
◀ ROUND 12 ends ▶
[Integrated Area CA-EA001]
└Survivors: 9,994
[After a while, the soul is transferred to the body in the existing dimension.]
[Round 13 begins at midnight on January 1, 2023. Well then, see you in the next round. Congratulations on your survival.]
* * *
‘thank god. ‘This round, you can receive ranking rewards.’
Ma Gyeong-rok, ranked second in the 12th round, woke up from the bed with a satisfied face.
It was only 5 a.m., but I couldn’t sleep.
Jinglang-
I looked at the night view of the hotel while holding a glass of whiskey with ice in it.
During the 11th round, I felt at a loss even when looking at the open Han River, but now I can breathe a little easier.
‘I thought I was falling behind others because I had 0 points, but I’m glad I made a save.’
The main thing was to hear a prophet’s prediction about the attack.
‘I said that since individual rankings are based on the number of monsters killed, you should kill the golem by yourself as much as possible.’
Thanks to this, I was able to catch all 100 fish in the second trial and take second place.
Even so, I couldn’t overcome the threshold of the black scythe.
‘Tsk, damn you bastard. How did a melee dealer catch 200 animals by himself and come in first place?’
It looks like he conquered the second and third trials alone, but to do so, he also needs to learn magic.
‘Or did he have a ranged weapon like a bow?’
I hate to admit it, but with the strength of the black scythe, there will be no problem holding a weak weapon even if it is held.
‘Whew, you annoying bastard.’
Because the anger from the 11th round had not yet subsided, the black scythe did not look pleasant.
‘I could have had a party with five people, but I turned it down.’
Although he was initially able to join a party with himself, Ahn Sang-cheol, and Seo A-rin, he refused and only took away democracy.
Although I didn’t say it, it was true that I felt it was true.
‘Now that I think about it, you’ve always been hanging out with that buffer. Are you dating someone?’
Probably not.
Who would like someone with a personality breakdown who speaks informally at first meeting and is full of pride?
‘Oh, there it is.’
The person Ma Gyeong-rok thought of was Christine.
Although he seemed to be trying not to show off, Ma Gyeong-rok was quick to notice.
I didn’t know that Christine deep down liked the black scythe.
‘This can be happen. He is a benefactor who saved my life. There’s nothing strange about having personal feelings. however… … .’
Ma Gyeong-rok chewed his lower lip.
‘Why are you looking away with your fiancé next to you?’
The relationship between the two couldn’t be seen as bad, but it couldn’t be seen as good either.
It was natural to feel that way because it was just a pretentious relationship to show off to others.
‘But you’re engaged. We promised a future together. You shouldn’t pay attention in a situation like that.’
To be honest, Ma Kyung-rok didn’t care who Christine liked.
It was only a month ago that I thought it was okay to not like myself.
But this time I definitely realized it.
No matter what, I can’t see myself getting stuck with the black scythe.
‘A guy who is the only representative of the district and monopolizes the top ranking, and has nothing to lose, is going to steal other people’s women?’
Although he was a benefactor who saved Christine’s life, his negative feelings outweighed his grateful feelings.
‘If I had known you would be this stressed, I would have saved you, but f*ck you.’
Perhaps the prophet knew all this?
That the black scythe will save Christine.
‘Damn prophet bastard.’
Now, even innocent prophets are starting to look precious.
‘There is one way. All you have to do is prove to Christine that democracy is your girlfriend. Then I’ll give up my unrequited love.’
It was not unrequited love, but respect, but Ma Gyeong-rok had no way of knowing that fact.
In his negative eyes, even looking at him with respect seemed like adoration.
‘But how do you prove that democracy is your girlfriend?’
I don’t know anything, not even my real name or bare face.
It was the same with the black scythe.
Besides, maybe she’s not your girlfriend?
‘Well, with that level of ability, it’s impossible not to stick around.’
It is a buffer that nearly doubles attack and movement speed in all stats.
He could not have been a truly desirable talent.
‘I feel like I want to keep it by my side and receive buffs forever.’
That’s why Ma Gyeong-rok also asked a lot of questions to find out the identity of democracy and his home address.
‘It would be helpful in many ways if only that buffer were next to me… … .’
It’s a pity, but I have to give up looking.
Ma Gyeong-rok frowned after pouring whiskey into his mouth.
Maybe it’s because I feel like shit, but the alcohol is bitter today.
‘It’s a perfect night for work.’
When I’m stressed like this, I feel better if I pick a criminal and kill him.
‘This is why I can’t stop killing.’
I can’t sleep, so I have to choose a target.
I spent my time sitting in front of my laptop, choosing which criminal to kill.
Is it because I’m too focused?
I knew the sun had come, but I had missed the meal time.
‘Has it already been so long?’
It was past breakfast time, but there was no need to worry.
If you go down and ask the hotel chef to prepare some food, he will prepare it for you in no time.
Deeuun- Deeuun-
At that time, my cell phone rang and I looked at it and saw something.
I received a call from an unexpected place.
“Yes, it is me. Ma Gyeong-rok. yes? Is that true? Haha, thank you. All right. Yes, please come in.”
After finishing the call, Ma Gyeong-rok’s face became much brighter.
It was because I received a call informing me that I had passed the KOSPI screening that I had previously applied for.
“Hahaha, just as the prophet said. “You’re really on the KOSPI after only half a year.”
How surprised would your father, who had no expectations of you, be when he heard this news?
Ma Gyeong-rok urgently called to deliver the news.
I was so happy that all thoughts of food ran away.
* * *
There are several conditions for a company to be listed on KOSPI.
It must be established more than three years ago, have sales of more than 100 billion won, and capital must be more than 30 billion won.
‘Plus, the net profit must exceed 6 billion won over 3 years.’
Despite such difficult conditions, Ma Gyeong-rok’s Player Place Co., Ltd. passed the KOSPI listing review.
Now, we have the opportunity to break away from the status of a small business and become a full-fledged large corporation.
‘The best thing is that I received my father’s approval.’
Even though Ma Gyeong-rok was the eldest son, he grew up not being recognized by his father, Ma Dae-cheol.
Compared to the second and third sons, it was no different to be treated that way even though he was not lacking in ability.
‘Because my father’s expectations for his eldest son were too high.’
My father always said this when he criticized himself.
-Do you know what I did when I was your age to be recognized by my grandfather? A small amount of capital was raised to create and develop a venture company. That became Ohsung Electronics, which now occupies 65% of the company’s market capitalization!
After that, there were a few more nagging comments, but the conclusion was that if you were born as the eldest son, you should know how to build a big company like yourself.
‘What he was saying was that he should start a company.’
I will give you capital, so grow your company and try to get into the top 30 on KOSDAQ within 5 years.
He had promised to announce to everyone that if he did so, his abilities would be recognized, he would be confirmed as the successor, and all his assets would be passed on to him.
However, after four years, Cheonma Consulting remained at 85th place on the KOSDAQ, and with one year left, Ma Kyung-rok almost gave up.
‘Moreover, a cataclysm occurred just as the world was about to be destroyed… … .’
But did they say that if you don’t give up, opportunities will come?
After meeting a nobleman named Ryu Min, he changed his business to the Apple Market and achieved the feat of listing on KOSPI within half a year.
‘This is all thanks to the Prophet.’
Feeling grateful again, Ma Gyeong-rok suddenly remembered the swear words he had said in the morning.
I feel sorry for no reason.
‘I guess I’ll have to give him a warm welcome when he comes later.’
I called Ryumin to the company saying I have good news, so he will be here soon.
“Congratulations in advance, CEO.”
As Ahn Sang-cheol bowed his head next to him, Ma Gyeong-rok smiled.
“Haha, Director Ahn also had a hard time by my side.”
“I did something.”
“no. Would I have been able to come this far without Director Ahn? “Isn’t Director Ahn the one who helped me relieve my stress every time?”
The stress mentioned here was murder.
This was said because Director Ahn was a reliable supporter who took care of the aftermath of the murder.
“Did you invite the Chairman to the office as well?”
“I called.”
“Do you know that it passed the screening?”
“I know. I told you everything over the phone. “He couldn’t believe it and asked if it was true.”
Are you really surprised that we were able to surpass the 30th place on the KOSDAQ and get listed on the KOSPI?
“Why didn’t you tell the prophet this good news?”
“I knew it without even having to say it. “You can tell just by looking at her that she gladly came to congratulate me.”
“Fortunately, the. “It came true just as the prophecy said.”
“That’s right. “Hehehe.”
A smile never left Ma Gyeong-rok’s mouth.
I felt so good that I even prepared a celebratory banquet organized by the company with the employees.
“Have you eaten yet?”
“I haven’t done it yet.”
“Are you sure you missed breakfast too?”
“After five years, I achieved what I wanted and I didn’t even know I was hungry.”
While Ma Gyeong-rok was smiling, the customer he had been waiting for came.
“Representative, the chairman has arrived.”
Before Ahn Sang-cheol could speak, Ma Gyeong-rok looked.
Chairman Ma Dae-cheol comes in.
“Are you here, father…?” … .”
Ma Gyeong-rok’s expression, which had been talking with a smile, suddenly hardened.
Because the second and third sons, brothers who were worse than the others, were coming in after him.
