Sleepman of a Ruined World 354

Chapter 354 – 354. Rolling Wheel 4

Jinyoung took my smartphone, and she said to herself, “Huh, huh, huh, huh,” And then gave it back to me.

One app that I couldn’t see on my desktop. I open it. A map that pops up right away.

“It’s unfortunate that I can’t take a picture of the current location because GPS isn’t working, but big buildings and things like that are visible, right? So, it might be useful to some extent to figure out the current location. However, since it’s not updated in real time, the data is at least 5 years old…”

“I know at least how to use a map.”

Jinyoung looked a little embarrassed when I stopped talking.

“Thank you.”

But as soon as I hear thank you, my face brightens.

I looked at the map for a while, and the more I looked at it, the more satisfied I became.

I liked that our country was expressed in quite detail, and I even liked that a world map was available.

Of course, it won’t be of much help since there aren’t many details, but… Where is this though? It’s better than nothing.

“It’s a gift.”

A guy who likes to take out a lot of returned items from storage.

Items that anyone can’t help but like if they receive them.

Moreover, these are things that can be returned as long as there is trash.

A skill that creates maximum efficiency with minimal effort.

This is a skill I really like. Really.

“Okay then. Let’s go.”

“Let’s go to Yujeong’s sister, right? Let’s go together.”

There was no reason to refuse, so we went to the kitchen together.

I was a little scared that there might be other women, but fortunately there were only Yujeong and Hayul.

Hayul approaches me happily. Haha. It’s worth it. To this child, I will seem like an angel of snacks.

“Oh my. Are you here, Seongcheol? I already had some business to do.”

“I came because Seung-gyu asked me to come.”

“Ah. Really? Then did you hear the story?”

“What?”

“MRE.”

“No. Oh, there’s that too.”

Logistics center. I forgot. I put tape on the entrance to the warehouse and didn’t pay any attention.

Ugh. I should have gone and often checked.

“But why MREs?”

“I ate quite a bit of what Seongcheol brought me last time. I think I can have that much more.”

“Ah. That’s right. I’ll bring it next time I come. But I ate it faster than I thought?”

“That’s right. I guess. It’s because production isn’t completely on track right now.”

“I see.”

“Oh, and.”

“Yes?”

“That skill from before.”

“Regression?”

“Yes. That. Can I use sauce or something like that?”

“Of course. As long as you have a bottle.”

“Ah. Then I’m really sorry, but can you get me some sauce or something? It doesn’t matter what type it is, so it’s okay?”

“Of course. I’ll take care of that next time I come.”

“I’m sorry. I always ask for things like this.”

“Don’t worry about it. We can smile and ask for that much.”

Yujeong laughs at my words.

Okay. I like this. If you think about it, Cheongpyeong is a place where I give much more than I receive.

A place where there is virtually no benefit to me. The only benefits are small and trivial things.

But still, I don’t care.

That’s what it is here. My first test subject.

A place like the number one useless experiment owned by a crazy mad scientist.

It doesn’t matter even if you just can’t play any role.

Because it is a place that has value just by its existence.

There is no need to look at it often or make fancy upgrades.

All you have to do is just be there. Peacefully and gently.

“Is Anna okay?”

“Yes. I acquired the skill of interpreting, and now we can speak to each other perfectly.”

When I tell Anna’s story, she becomes happy as if it were her own.

Well, there’s no need to talk about revenge. That would be Anna’s own story.

After talking with Yujeong, I left Cheongpyeong.

It’s a nice place, but I don’t want to stay there for long.

I said I can do whatever I want with all the women here, but it’s true that it’s a bit burdensome.

If possible, I hope we don’t encounter each other. Even if we meet each other once in a long time? To that extent.

Honestly, I don’t think it would be a waste even if that guy from Gimpo were to make all the unowned women here his.

I don’t know. Let’s think about that later. For now, let’s worry about what to do next.

I used teleportation and returned home. And she immediately put on a phase out and went out.

Don’t get caught by Seung Se-mian. When she sees them, her desire to go out and other things will quickly disappear.

You can’t be lazy. I need to finish the things I have to do and rest.

It would be better to save the instantaneous location somewhere around here rather than in my room. That would be convenient in many ways.

After changing the storage location, I immediately went to the logistics center.

And I checked that the tape was still properly attached. In the end, no one came after that.

What is it? I guess not everyone who knows this place has died.

Have I lost interest? Or was the medicine really somewhere else and had it already been taken?

What. This is not something to think deeply about either. Let’s just assume that’s the case and move on.

I was debating whether to go to the fence or not and eventually decided to go.

They’re all grown-ups, so they’ll do fine on their own without me, but I’m still curious.

I should go and meet Director Jeong secretly. No hassle.

When we arrived at the fence and looked down from the air, it looked quite crowded.

The areas where houses are being built are increasingly being built.

Did construction happen that quickly? The speed seems a bit ridiculous.

That aside… There was a part that stood out.

A bunch of pickup trucks parked up. The colors and types of cars are all different, but it’s funny that they’re all pickup trucks.

Hmm… How many vehicles are there? Are you really going to go all the way to the north with that?

Well, they won’t be able to fly or store anything… There is no choice but to move physically like that.

When you think about it that way, there really are a lot of problems here. It feels like someone accustomed to the Iron Age is looking at the Bronze Age civilization.

No, not at that level. What is the difference between heat weapons and cold weapons? Anyway, that’s right. A little… I’m worried.

I roughly entered the building, used detection skills, and then headed to a place where Director Jeong was likely to be.

Fortunately, he was in his room, and I showed up right away.

“Wow. I’m surprised.”

“How have you been?”

“Of course. Come to think of it, isn’t this your first time coming to my room?”

When I think about it, that’s true. Manager Jeong always came to me, but I never visited him.

“That’s right. It’s desolate.”

“All the old bachelor’s rooms are like that. By the way, what’s going on? So early? Well, it’s nice to see you often.”

Director Jeong says with a smile. If you look at me like that, he just looks like an impressive guy.

“I was just passing by and stopped by. I was curious about what happened to going north.”

“Well, I thought it was because of that. To be honest, we are not progressing properly yet. Let alone North Korea, we are now checking the Dongducheon area.”

“What’s the problem?”

“The problem… There is a problem. Are there more survivors in Dongducheon than expected?”

“Really? Why?”

“First… I think it’s because of the US military units.”

“American military unit? Ah. I see. But why is that?”

“We are also collecting information, so we don’t know for sure. But if we had to guess to some extent… Maybe because there are a lot of people who have received proper training?”

“Aren’t all the soldiers gone? It’s probably no different from the U.S. Military. Ah… Am I a soldier?”

“Yes, that’s right. All the soldiers and gunpowder weapons have disappeared, but that doesn’t mean all traces of the military have disappeared. Moreover, just because the soldiers have disappeared, the people who were soldiers in the past probably haven’t disappeared either. If you look at it that way, most of the men in our country have disappeared. I guess I lost.”

“That’s right. It’s not me though.”

“Ah. You haven’t completed it yet?”

“I received a new sword.”

“Wow. I’m blessed.”

“That’s right. What a relief. Anyway… Then there was a collision?”

“Yes. Fortunately, there have been no deaths yet, but it is a bit tricky. There are quite a few survivors living within the US military base.”

“Well, only guns and gunpowder weapons disappeared, but other items remained the same.”

“Yes. That’s why it’s not easy to access. I’m planning to take my time and attack it slowly.”

“Can I help you?”

“No, that’s later. If you just rely on Seongcheol every time something happens, or you run into a problem, you won’t get anything done. I plan to do as much as I can with just the people I have right now. You’re a cheat. You make things too easy. Let’s solve it.”

“No, there’s no need to go through the trouble of finding an easy way.”

“It’s an experience. Experience. And… There must be appropriate motivation and sacrifice.”

Director Jeong’s words gave me a little goosebump.

After all, this person… He’s not just a good person. He just said it was a sacrifice.

“Ah. This is a secret. Well, of course you know without me having to tell you.”

“Okay, I’m not worried… But I’m still telling you out of anger.”

“I know what you’re going to say. Don’t worry. I don’t waste valuable people carelessly. The external team, the charm team, and the executive team are our important forces. I won’t let them be defeated easily.”

I am not a soft person after all. This man also has a pitch-black monster lurking inside his good-natured smile.

Well, he is the second-in-command of Dongsan and has maintained this large area almost to himself until now… It won’t be much.

I don’t think I need to say anything here. That’s presumptuous.

“Okay, okay. But what’s that pickup truck out there?”

“Ah. That’s it. I’ve been thinking about this and that. I asked you to put it all together.”

“I guess it’s not for transportation?”

“Haha. No unit in the world makes transportation that noisy.”

“I guess so. I did it just in case.”

I guess I looked at this person too easily. I should just shut up and be quiet.

“If possible, I don’t plan on getting help from Seongcheol. But that doesn’t mean I won’t get help at all. So please stop by often.”

“Okay, that’s about it.”

“Oh. And… You have to take food, right? It’s not necessary because of that regression skill, is it?”

“Of course. That is that and this is this.”

“Okay. Then… Go to the restaurant with me. Your aunt is desperately looking for you.”

“Why on earth does he always look for me like this?”

As Director Jeong and I headed to her restaurant, we were greeted warmly by her aunt and looked at the items she was bringing.

“Ah… Because of this?”

What my aunt brought were empty MSG bags. That’s a big deal too.

“The secret to taste…”

Well, I expected it, but when I actually saw it, I felt a little discouraged.

Well, I’m not a person who believes that MSG is bad for the body, so it doesn’t really matter, but SeAh might be disappointed.

Is not it? Does it matter? Anyway, as long as the taste is good, is it a good idea?

So, I gave my aunt back what she asked for and took care of her food.

Now that I’ve seen everything I need to see, let’s go back.

“Mr. Seongcheol.”

“Yes.”

“Wait a minute, let’s talk a little more.”

Manager Jeong with a serious expression. I had no choice but to go with him to a quiet place.

He picks his words for a moment and then starts talking to me.

“The sacrifice I mentioned earlier… You’re not disappointed because of that, are you?”

What else can I say? I smiled and answered him.

“No way.”

“That’s right. I said this because I thought Seongcheol would understand. But I’m not sure, so I’m asking again.”

“Do what you think. Do you need to look at me?”

“But you can’t go against your boss’s wishes.”

“What about a boss? Don’t think like that. Fence is actually run by you, Manager Jeong. Whether it’s life or death, the manager is ultimately responsible. Why did I back out?”

Manager Jeong smiles bitterly at my words.

“Sacrifice… Is necessary to some extent. Please understand.”

“You say you don’t care. Do whatever you want. If you have ambition, go for it.”

“I understand. Thank you.”

“Thank you. Anyway, I’m going to fail. I don’t want my food line cut off.”

Now the bitter smile has disappeared and has been replaced with a light smile.

It seems like my heart has become a little lighter.

“I understand. Thank you.”

“I just said that.”

“It doesn’t matter how many times I say thank you.”

“Really? Those are good words. Anyway, then I trust Director Jeong.”

“Go carefully.”

So I left the fence right away.

Floating in the sky, I take a look at the fence overlooking the ground.

What will happen here?

Will a talented person reach full potential and achieve great results?

Or will I mess around and end up ruining my place?

It won’t be boring to watch that.