Chapter 338 – 338. The Path Pence Should Take 2
Everyone’s eyes widen as they see something miraculous happening right before their eyes.
“What’s next? Chocolate chip snacks? After all, chocolate is precious. Return.”
Chocolate chip cookies appeared in their original form, and just when everyone was used to it, they were surprised again.
“What is this? Orange juice? Well, not bad. Regression.”
Once regression was mastered, it was possible to regain the original form with just one skill.
But not everything went back to normal. Sometimes things don’t work, but I don’t know the exact cause.
There must be some exact rule for this too… It’s annoying to find out.
I don’t know if something I really want to return doesn’t work out, but if it turns out okay like it is now, it’s easier to just ignore it.
After a long period of regression, the conference room became a party venue.
Everyone is seen sharing the returned food. I feel good watching it.
Moreover, the most important thing was that when it was returned, it would have been eaten without food.
There wasn’t a woman who wasn’t surprised when she heard this story.
Honestly, it doesn’t make sense. It can be said to be the most amazing thing that happened when the world collapsed.
Thanks to that, people are eating without worrying about what others think.
I looked at those people with pride and spoke to Director Jeong.
“Chief.”
“Yes. Crumbling.”
Director Jeong is stuffing his mouth with snacks that he hasn’t tasted in a long time. I don’t look like that, but I have a bigger appetite than I thought.
“You know roughly what the skill is, right? So you have a sense of what kind of trash you should pick up in the future, right?”
“Yes. Yum Yum. I understand. Don’t worry. Everyone here has seen Seongcheol’s skills. Everyone will keep their eyes peeled and look for him.”
Okay. That’s right. Anyone who has ever eaten meat knows this.
They will now come looking for trash like crazy. Perhaps more people will want to go out? Or maybe a new garbage collection team will be created.
Looking around, everyone seems to be completely absorbed in the food they haven’t tried in a long time.
In particular, the most popular thing is ice cream.
Maybe next time there will be a lot of ice cream waste.
“And… I have something important to tell you.”
“Wow. It’s quite scary to see Seongcheol say it’s important.”
“It’s not just something I want to tell the manager… Um. Now! Pay attention here!”
When I shout out, everyone stops eating and looks at me.
Meanwhile, Jia can’t stop putting ice cream in her mouth. Funny guy. Is it that good?
“Ah. There’s no need to stop like that. Just eat and listen. Still, it’s an important story, so please pay attention.”
At my words, everyone looks at me with a softer look. Good. Then let me tell you.
“I have something to ask the external team first. How far has the search of the surrounding area progressed?”
“Most of the area within a 10-kilometer radius of the fence has been searched.”
Yunseo answers as the representative of the external group. I heard her nod and then said.
“I have an idea. You guys should move north.”
Everyone started to get upset when they heard that I was going north.
It’s not 6.25 now, it’s a northward advance. I can understand their bewilderment.
“You might be confused. There is a reason for everything. Just listen. First… It hasn’t been verified yet, so this could all be just my delusion. But I’m saying this because I have some confidence, so listen to it and then talk about the validity. Please do it.”
After saying that, I cleared my throat and continued talking.
“Now. Among the things that are not well known after the world is ruined, there is this. About gunpowder weapons. Have you ever seen a gunpowder weapon after the world is ruined?”
People buzzing again. It’s worth it. It’s something you probably haven’t thought about or thought about finding out.
South Korea was a country that strictly regulated weapons, and it was difficult for the public to easily access firearms.
“Guns, bombs, gunpowder. There are no such things. No one has said that they have obtained such things anywhere. Moreover, the soldiers and special forces who handle such things have all disappeared. This has been revealed to some extent. If you think about it, you may, You’ve never seen them before.”
It’s funny how people make noise every time I finish speaking.
Some people nodded as if they knew, while others looked surprised as if they were hearing this for the first time.
Good. It’s a familiar reaction. Then let’s continue.
“There is only one reason why they are saying this out of nowhere. The Demilitarized Zone. Why can’t we pass through there?”
“Landmines!?”
One of the class president answers as if he understood.
And in response, people say, “Ah!” Make a facial expression.
“Yes, that’s right. Landmines are obviously gunpowder weapons. Of course, I’m not an expert, so I’m not sure if there are landmines that don’t use gunpowder, but I think all those landmines would have disappeared anyway. But are we going to advance north just because the landmines are gone? That’s not it. I had something else in mind.”
The eyes looking at me sting. Fun. I never thought I would get used to this.
“What is this world like now? We are quite used to it. Whatever it is, the system itself is a game format. I don’t know what the people who created the world are thinking, but we have become quite accustomed to it anyway. However, the people in the North What about it?”
Only then did people’s reactions become as if they knew something. I continued talking while seeing those reactions.
“I don’t know exactly what the situation was like in North Korea, but it must not have been a very prosperous life. In my opinion, you might think that the world has become like this in North Korea and that it has actually improved. There is unlimited electricity and water, and you can buy food with coins. Maybe… They’ll be excited?”
I see heads nodding here and there.
Okay. For some, it is a disaster and disaster, but for others, it can be a blessing in disguise.
This may be a terrible reality because the standards are set for us, but it is an opportunity for people who were in worse situations.
“We also use growth, but if they have unlimited electricity and water, and they also use growth, it would be much easier to make a living. In fact, wouldn’t they be pros in that respect? They would know how to make a living in a harsh environment much better than us. I think. “I think North Korea is in an exciting situation right now.”
“I have a question.”
One of the class presidents raised his hand and spoke, and I nodded.
“Did you happen to see it? Or did you hear some information?”
“No. It’s all my opinion. So there’s no guarantee that it’s true. If I go there, and they’re worse than I thought… That means they were idiots to begin with.”
“Ah…”
“Yes. I’m talking about overestimating the people in the north. It’s not like there’s a chance that the reality is a gutter. Of course, it may be a bigger situation than I thought, but… I don’t know. What do you think?”
“I understand.”
“Anyway. Shall we continue the story? It must have been quite difficult, but it suddenly became possible to make a living. The unlimited supply of electricity and water is quite amazing. However, there are many things that are underdeveloped there, so even if it has improved, there will be limits. Besides… North. People might not be familiar with this system. We all know the skills and whatnot just by looking at them, right? We’ve all grown up with this, and we’ve encountered it often in our lives, right?
Everyone nods their heads at what I say. Even if people are not interested in this field, they cannot be completely illiterate.
We hear and hear it on TV, through videos, through broadcasts, from friends, wherever we are, and there are many more people who have done it themselves.
“Besides, these skills are being thrown around irresponsibly without a single line of explanation. It can’t be a crappy system. So they won’t be as familiar with it. That’s the situation in the North. Unfamiliar system, wide-open roads, sudden abundance. People who focus all their attention on making a living, all I see are coins that are easy to catch.”
People’s expressions hardened slightly at my last words.
In the end, that’s what I’m saying. To catch and kill those who are easy to catch.
Those who are not familiar with the system.
Even though they were of the same race, they aimed their guns at them.
Cognation? Now is the time when even our friends and neighbors are killing each other.
They are of the same race. Even the dog will laugh. Now is not the time to get caught up in such things.
Moderate antipathy. Of course, there will be greater pity and regret, but there will be less aversion to killing anyway.
What I mean is, let’s catch those guys. Without hesitation. For sure.
“That’s what I think. I’m not forcing it. However, some of the people who come here are probably bored with their current lives. There are also people who are greedy for skills. I hope to select those people to brighten the North. For example… Should we call it a forward base?”
I can see the eyes of some class leaders shining.
Okay. Everyone has desires and is violent.
I have no choice but to adapt to reality and focus only on making a living right now, but there are probably many people who would like to do something if given the opportunity.
Pence’s population. At this rate, there will be quite a few people like that. We use them to brighten the northern land.
What I need is information. And a stable hunting ground.
I’m going to use them to level up my girls. Of course… Do not use unfairly or unreasonably.
I am confident that I will receive appropriate compensation and support whatever you want.
Food and return. Anything is possible with two things.
“Northern Advance, Northern Expedition… You can call it whatever you like. Anyway, that’s my wish. I think it’s probably not a bad idea… But let’s discuss this separately. We’ll probably have to listen to various opinions.”
People with interesting expressions. People expressing worry and concern.
Fun. As expected, because there are so many people, there are various reactions.
“And one more thing. There will be experts in fences such as CCTV, optical communication, surveillance cameras… Etc. Please gather those people as well.”
“Why those people? Could it be…”
Director Jeong looked at me and asked, and I nodded and answered.
“People can’t just move around. Of course, people have to move around, but aren’t we a civilized people with cutting-edge technology? We should use everything that can be used. Let’s set up an automatic surveillance system. Everything is done by manpower. There is no need to cover it.”
“I understand. Actually, that’s something I was pushing for to some extent.”
“Oh. Really? Then, let’s do it. We’ll support you as much as we can.”
“Yes, I understand. Haha. You came here so suddenly and gave me a lot of work again.”
“It’s better than playing around. Normally, humans tend to think about other things when they’re full.”
Director Jeong laughs at my words. And people whose eyes shine as they look at me and Director Jeong.
“Return… Have you seen it? Doesn’t this seem like a great reward? It can be a powerful motivator for people who are unmotivated and stuck in inertia, right? So make sure you take advantage of it. Opportunities for growth, things you thought you’d never see again. These things will make the somewhat loose atmosphere more interesting. I will be disbanding today, so you guys should worry a little more.”
“Wow. Really… Mr. Seongcheol, you are amazing in many ways.”
Director Jeong’s admiration. In fact, the person who looks the most excited is Manager Jeong.
The desire and will hide behind competence. Because I saw it at first glance.
Now that you have lit the fire to this extent, it will burn on its own.
As there are so many people, there will be diverse and good things, right?
There is no need for me to take the lead and accomplish something. They were all smart and laid-back people.
If you just throw in the right amount of topics, they will digest them well and produce results.
As I left the fence, I felt the strange gazes of women looking at me, but I deliberately pretended not to notice.
Of course, it’s fun to hang out with the girls here, but I don’t want to do that right now.
I have a lot to do today. I have to go through all the things that have already come to mind.
