Chapter 20
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Chapter 20
020 – Start
“Myung-jun... I... can’t endure it any longer...”
“Senior, please don’t say that. Hold on a little longer.”
“But...”
“Will all the effort you’ve put in so far be in vain?”
“Sigh... This kind of thing doesn’t suit my personality. It’s like hoarding treasure in front of my eyes and letting it rot away. Wouldn’t a little bit be okay?”
Looking at the pleading eyes of Soo-jeong, as if tempting him, Myung-jun sighed deeply. And once again, he repeated an answer that he had given countless times before.
“Senior, I’m sorry, but using the ability to change attributes requires a Crystal. And I’ve almost used up all the Crystals I had. Now there’s only enough left for the next hunt. Even that is limited to about two uses.”
“Then let’s go hunting!”
“We’re being monitored right now. Have you forgotten?”
“Ughhhh!!!”
Soo-jeong began to flop around, shoulders trembling, as if she were crying. But Myung-jun knew well that her exaggerated behaviour was just pretending to cry. He gently patted her back, comforting her stifled feelings.
“If I can gather enough Crystal in the next hunt, I’ll be able to make what you’re asking for, senior.”
“Really?! Then...”
Before Myung-jun could finish speaking, Soo-jeong looked up at him with an eager expression, her eyes wide open. But Myung-jun cut her off and spoke with a determined expression.
“Fusion reactor materials are scarce.”
“Why!?”
“I’ve explained in detail about [Attribute Transformation] abilities before. What did I say?”
“Uhm... Your ability allows you to freely transform the attribute of a substance?”
“And?”
“Opposite attributes cannot be reinforced simultaneously.”
“Right. For example, you can’t reinforce hardness and flexibility simultaneously, nor can you create a substance that’s both hot and cold at the same time. You also can’t have high thermal conductivity and high insulation properties in the same material. And you also mentioned that secondary physical effects associated with attributes cannot be altered.”
“Redesign from the ground up... What an interesting idea. Could you explain that in more detail?”
When Myung-jun asked, Soo-jeong took out her tablet and showed it to him. On it was the outline of the idealized Awakener business that Soo-jeong had in mind. As Myung-jun examined it, he couldn’t help but be surprised – her newly constructed system was remarkably similar to the corporate-style Awakener clan from his previous timeline.
Even before the main event would unfold on D-day, looking at the concrete vision of the future company that Soo-jeong had conjured up based solely on the information Myung-jun provided, he could be confident that he had chosen the right partner. And then, he began pointing out some of the gaps in her foundation due to lack of information.
“So, the fundamental idea behind all of this planning is to actively utilize the abilities of Awakeners in the private sector rather than the government?”
“That’s right.”
“Then what role does the ‘Public Relation Department’ play here?”
“The role of the Public Relation Department is to package the activities of company-affiliated Awakeners like propaganda and give them a storytelling aspect. People like heroes. And they wouldn’t want to see their revered heroes being forcibly taken away by the government. Eventually, this fight will evolve into an ideological struggle. If we make it seem like from the beginning, it’s the country’s role to hunt these monsters and protect world peace, we’ll lose. On the other hand, if we make it look like the government is eager to take part in what we’re doing, as if they’re trying to get involved in a proper manner, we’ll win.”
“What does win mean?”
“Have you seen the movie ‘Iron Man’?”
“Yes, I have.”
“In that movie, the protagonist Tony Stark ignores national borders and fights in conflict zones or against terrorists at his own will, even violating international laws. People view his activities as those of a hero and enthusiastically support his extraordinary actions. Even during the congressional hearing that argues that the Iron Man suit technology should be owned by the government, members of Congress are shown eating dirt. In that scene, who looked like the villain? The congressperson advocating for the greater good of the entire United States or Tony Stark, who insists that only he should monopolize the Iron Man suit technology?”
“When I hear you describe it, from a national standpoint, the congressperson’s argument makes sense, but in the movie, Tony Stark seemed more justified.”
“Exactly. That’s why our organization needs to become something like the Stark Industries of the Awakener industry. Not beholden to anyone, acting independently, yet an existence that inherently benefits the world. A presence that people believe is beneficial. A presence no government in the world can force into submission. To become such a presence, we need to leave a strong impression in the minds of people worldwide, and for that, the Public Relation Department is essential. If you have a natural talent for marketing and can package the collateral damage that arises from activities as an unavoidable sacrifice, as something that would have caused even greater damage if we hadn’t intervened, making it impossible for them to demand compensation from us – that’s the role I envision for the Public Relation Department.”
“Um... So, in other words, you’re planning to gather Awakeners and grow them into a hero clan like the Avengers, and then use that recognition to counteract the government’s control?”
“A hero clan, yes. I was thinking of a name like ‘Awakener Guild,’ but ‘hero clan’ does sound better. Essentially, that’s what the plan is – to gradually increase our influence in that way. So, when your ability is completely revealed to the world, you’ll be the leader of the world’s best hero clan, so to speak.”
“So, you’re saying...”
“That’s right.”
She said, “This entire plan is meant to protect you. This plan has been devised to ensure that no matter who in the world comes forward, they won’t be able to take you away from me. At least, as long as things go according to my plan, or even if they don’t go as smoothly, I’ll make sure they do. Even if I have to use all of my abilities...”
And then, with her large eyes fixed on Myung-jun, she cautiously asked, “What do you think?”
Observing the bright expression that blossomed on Soo-jeong’s face in an instant, Myung-jun also smiled back at her. Then he extended his hand towards her.
“Let’s create it together, this ‘Hero Clan.'”
As Soo-jeong’s hand gently wrapped around his, feeling the strong determination emanating from that small hand, Myung-jun made an internal vow. In this life, which he regained through regression, he would fight to secure a free life, no matter the challenges he faced. ‘And to achieve that, there might be some level of risk that needs to be taken at this moment.’ With that thought in mind, Myung-jun’s gaze turned towards the black case that contained the firearm they had created together, the firearm that was a symbol of their partnership.
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Chapter 20
020 – Start
“Myung-jun... I... can’t endure it any longer...”
“Senior, please don’t say that. Hold on a little longer.”
“But...”
“Will all the effort you’ve put in so far be in vain?”
“Sigh... This kind of thing doesn’t suit my personality. It’s like hoarding treasure in front of my eyes and letting it rot away. Wouldn’t a little bit be okay?”
Looking at the pleading eyes of Soo-jeong, as if tempting him, Myung-jun sighed deeply. And once again, he repeated an answer that he had given countless times before.
“Senior, I’m sorry, but using the ability to change attributes requires a Crystal. And I’ve almost used up all the Crystals I had. Now there’s only enough left for the next hunt. Even that is limited to about two uses.”
“Then let’s go hunting!”
“We’re being monitored right now. Have you forgotten?”
“Ughhhh!!!”
Soo-jeong began to flop around, shoulders trembling, as if she were crying. But Myung-jun knew well that her exaggerated behaviour was just pretending to cry. He gently patted her back, comforting her stifled feelings.
“If I can gather enough Crystal in the next hunt, I’ll be able to make what you’re asking for, senior.”
“Really?! Then...”
Before Myung-jun could finish speaking, Soo-jeong looked up at him with an eager expression, her eyes wide open. But Myung-jun cut her off and spoke with a determined expression.
“Fusion reactor materials are scarce.”
“Why!?”
“I’ve explained in detail about [Attribute Transformation] abilities before. What did I say?”
“Uhm... Your ability allows you to freely transform the attribute of a substance?”
“And?”
“Opposite attributes cannot be reinforced simultaneously.”
“Right. For example, you can’t reinforce hardness and flexibility simultaneously, nor can you create a substance that’s both hot and cold at the same time. You also can’t have high thermal conductivity and high insulation properties in the same material. And you also mentioned that secondary physical effects associated with attributes cannot be altered.”
“Redesign from the ground up... What an interesting idea. Could you explain that in more detail?”
When Myung-jun asked, Soo-jeong took out her tablet and showed it to him. On it was the outline of the idealized Awakener business that Soo-jeong had in mind. As Myung-jun examined it, he couldn’t help but be surprised – her newly constructed system was remarkably similar to the corporate-style Awakener clan from his previous timeline.
Even before the main event would unfold on D-day, looking at the concrete vision of the future company that Soo-jeong had conjured up based solely on the information Myung-jun provided, he could be confident that he had chosen the right partner. And then, he began pointing out some of the gaps in her foundation due to lack of information.
“So, the fundamental idea behind all of this planning is to actively utilize the abilities of Awakeners in the private sector rather than the government?”
“That’s right.”
“Then what role does the ‘Public Relation Department’ play here?”
“The role of the Public Relation Department is to package the activities of company-affiliated Awakeners like propaganda and give them a storytelling aspect. People like heroes. And they wouldn’t want to see their revered heroes being forcibly taken away by the government. Eventually, this fight will evolve into an ideological struggle. If we make it seem like from the beginning, it’s the country’s role to hunt these monsters and protect world peace, we’ll lose. On the other hand, if we make it look like the government is eager to take part in what we’re doing, as if they’re trying to get involved in a proper manner, we’ll win.”
“What does win mean?”
“Have you seen the movie ‘Iron Man’?”
“Yes, I have.”
“In that movie, the protagonist Tony Stark ignores national borders and fights in conflict zones or against terrorists at his own will, even violating international laws. People view his activities as those of a hero and enthusiastically support his extraordinary actions. Even during the congressional hearing that argues that the Iron Man suit technology should be owned by the government, members of Congress are shown eating dirt. In that scene, who looked like the villain? The congressperson advocating for the greater good of the entire United States or Tony Stark, who insists that only he should monopolize the Iron Man suit technology?”
“When I hear you describe it, from a national standpoint, the congressperson’s argument makes sense, but in the movie, Tony Stark seemed more justified.”
“Exactly. That’s why our organization needs to become something like the Stark Industries of the Awakener industry. Not beholden to anyone, acting independently, yet an existence that inherently benefits the world. A presence that people believe is beneficial. A presence no government in the world can force into submission. To become such a presence, we need to leave a strong impression in the minds of people worldwide, and for that, the Public Relation Department is essential. If you have a natural talent for marketing and can package the collateral damage that arises from activities as an unavoidable sacrifice, as something that would have caused even greater damage if we hadn’t intervened, making it impossible for them to demand compensation from us – that’s the role I envision for the Public Relation Department.”
“Um... So, in other words, you’re planning to gather Awakeners and grow them into a hero clan like the Avengers, and then use that recognition to counteract the government’s control?”
“A hero clan, yes. I was thinking of a name like ‘Awakener Guild,’ but ‘hero clan’ does sound better. Essentially, that’s what the plan is – to gradually increase our influence in that way. So, when your ability is completely revealed to the world, you’ll be the leader of the world’s best hero clan, so to speak.”
“So, you’re saying...”
“That’s right.”
She said, “This entire plan is meant to protect you. This plan has been devised to ensure that no matter who in the world comes forward, they won’t be able to take you away from me. At least, as long as things go according to my plan, or even if they don’t go as smoothly, I’ll make sure they do. Even if I have to use all of my abilities...”
And then, with her large eyes fixed on Myung-jun, she cautiously asked, “What do you think?”
Observing the bright expression that blossomed on Soo-jeong’s face in an instant, Myung-jun also smiled back at her. Then he extended his hand towards her.
“Let’s create it together, this ‘Hero Clan.'”
As Soo-jeong’s hand gently wrapped around his, feeling the strong determination emanating from that small hand, Myung-jun made an internal vow. In this life, which he regained through regression, he would fight to secure a free life, no matter the challenges he faced. ‘And to achieve that, there might be some level of risk that needs to be taken at this moment.’ With that thought in mind, Myung-jun’s gaze turned towards the black case that contained the firearm they had created together, the firearm that was a symbol of their partnership.
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Chapter 20020 StartMyung-jun... I... can't endure it any longer...Senior, please don't say that. Hold on a little longer.But...Will all the effort you've put in so far be in vain?Sigh... This kind of thing doesn't suit my personality. It's like hoarding treasure in front of my eyes and letting it rot away. Wouldn't a little bit be okay?Looking at the pleading eyes of Soo-jeong, as if tempting him, Myung-jun sighed deeply. And once again, he repeated an answer that he had given countless times before.Senior, I'm sorry, but using the ability to change attributes requires a Crystal. And I've almost used up all the Crystals I had. Now there's only enough left for the next hunt. Even that is limited to about two uses.Then let's go hunting!We're being monitored right now. Have you forgotten?Ughhhh!!!Soo-jeong began to flop around, shoulders trembling, as if she were crying. But Myung-jun knew well that her exaggerated behaviour was just pretending to cry. He gently patted her back, comforting her stifled feelings.If I can gather enough Crystal in the next hunt, I'll be able to make what you're asking for, senior.Really?! Then...Before Myung-jun could finish speaking, Soo-jeong looked up at him with an eager expression, her eyes wide open. But Myung-jun cut her off and spoke with a determined expression.Fusion reactor materials are scarce.Why!?I've explained in detail about Attribute Transformation abilities before. What did I say?Uhm... Your ability allows you to freely transform the attribute of a substance?And?Opposite attributes cannot be reinforced simultaneously.Right. For example, you can't reinforce hardness and flexibility simultaneously, nor can you create a substance that's both hot and cold at the same time. You also can't have high thermal conductivity and high insulation properties in the same material. And you also mentioned that secondary physical effects associated with attributes cannot be altered.Redesign from the ground up... What an interesting idea. Could you explain that in more detail?When Myung-jun asked, Soo-jeong took out her tablet and showed it to him. On it was the outline of the idealized Awakener business that Soo-jeong had in mind. As Myung-jun examined it, he couldn't help but be surprised her newly constructed system was remarkably similar to the corporate-style Awakener clan from his previous timeline.Even before the main event would unfold on D-day, looking at the concrete vision of the future company that Soo-jeong had conjured up based solely on the information Myung-jun provided, he could be confident that he had chosen the right partner. And then, he began pointing out some of the gaps in her foundation due to lack of information.So, the fundamental idea behind all of this planning is to actively utilize the abilities of Awakeners in the private sector rather than the government?That's right.Then what role does the Public Relation Department' play here?The role of the Public Relation Department is to package the activities of company-affiliated Awakeners like propaganda and give them a storytelling aspect. People like heroes. And they wouldn't want to see their revered heroes being forcibly taken away by the government. Eventually, this fight will evolve into an ideological struggle. If we make it seem like from the beginning, it's the country's role to hunt these monsters and protect world peace, we'll lose. On the other hand, if we make it look like the government is eager to take part in what we're doing, as if they're trying to get involved in a proper manner, we'll win.What does win mean?Have you seen the movie Iron Man'?Yes, I have.In that movie, the protagonist Tony Stark ignores national borders and fights in conflict zones or against terrorists at his own will, even violating international laws. People view his activities as those of a hero and enthusiastically support his extraordinary actions. Even during the congressional hearing that argues that the Iron Man suit technology should be owned by the government, members of Congress are shown eating dirt. In that scene, who looked like the villain? The congressperson advocating for the greater good of the entire United States or Tony Stark, who insists that only he should monopolize the Iron Man suit technology?When I hear you describe it, from a national standpoint, the congressperson's argument makes sense, but in the movie, Tony Stark seemed more justified.Exactly. That's why our organization needs to become something like the Stark Industries of the Awakener industry. Not beholden to anyone, acting independently, yet an existence that inherently benefits the world. A presence that people believe is beneficial. A presence no government in the world can force into submission. To become such a presence, we need to leave a strong impression in the minds of people worldwide, and for that, the Public Relation Department is essential. If you have a natural talent for marketing and can package the collateral damage that arises from activities as an unavoidable sacrifice, as something that would have caused even greater damage if we hadn't intervened, making it impossible for them to demand compensation from us that's the role I envision for the Public Relation Department.Um... So, in other words, you're planning to gather Awakeners and grow them into a hero clan like the Avengers, and then use that recognition to counteract the government's control?A hero clan, yes. I was thinking of a name like Awakener Guild,' but hero clan' does sound better. Essentially, that's what the plan is to gradually increase our influence in that way. So, when your ability is completely revealed to the world, you'll be the leader of the world's best hero clan, so to speak.So, you're saying...That's right.She said, This entire plan is meant to protect you. This plan has been devised to ensure that no matter who in the world comes forward, they won't be able to take you away from me. At least, as long as things go according to my plan, or even if they don't go as smoothly, I'll make sure they do. Even if I have to use all of my abilities...And then, with her large eyes fixed on Myung-jun, she cautiously asked, What do you think?Observing the bright expression that blossomed on Soo-jeong's face in an instant, Myung-jun also smiled back at her. Then he extended his hand towards her.Let's create it together, this Hero Clan.'As Soo-jeong's hand gently wrapped around his, feeling the strong determination emanating from that small hand, Myung-jun made an internal vow. In this life, which he regained through regression, he would fight to secure a free life, no matter the challenges he faced. And to achieve that, there might be some level of risk that needs to be taken at this moment.' With that thought in mind, Myung-jun's gaze turned towards the black case that contained the firearm they had created together, the firearm that was a symbol of their partnership.Hope you enjoy the chapter, if you wish to support me or read advance chapter you can do it Here
