She answered that quite readily and with no hesitations at all, releasing an apology statement that she herself will be the one that issuing it. That show how the CBC is truly genuine about this, on top of that silently putting pressure on the company and the artist that does the horrible thing. This has shown that, Choi Chae Ri really hoped that I forgive her for this happening in her turf, she really don’t want to be cast aside by me and Virtue Financial. But hearing her convictions and hows far she is willing to get on my good side and make sure that I truly understand that she was on my side, this will make everything easier for her to went with my plans.“So you were willing to go that far?…apology from you..the CEO of CBC herself…if anyone sees this..they might think that Hwang Hwa Young and me were pressuring you, to do such things…”.“...I will make sure that no such thing will even rise…so you can rest assure, Sir..”.(Choi Chae Ri)I am actually just teasing her, but as I wer
The office went stark silence as everyone heard Park Zuo Yung snappy replies, after all knowing her, as my assistant she is fully on mboard with me and fully on my side no matter what the issues is especially whenever we were in a presence of someone else other than the both of us. Then again, she might actually not that too into Choi Chae Ri superior attitude, that often wanting to challenge or even to eager to protect herself despite no threat that would actually harmed her, on the instance that what had transpired these whole day, the moment we arrived here at CBC.“You guys can stop this meaningless stand off….Now, all I said and on that files…is all real, they are connected to some really really bad people…well..when we think about it they were the bad people…So, I figure…considering the degree of this files…is large enough and concerning enough right?..”.With me settling both of them down, naturally both of them just scoff at each others. Thinking back into what I just said, Ch
“We simply makes every single person in the world as the witness…Through a show…for certain when that happened…no one would be dumb enough to even dared to take their side…”.“Wait..Huh?…”. (Choi Chae Ri)Choi Chae Ri were thrown into a confusion as she heard my very nonchalant and simple reply to her questions. That is right, it was to simply exposed the White Star Entertainment and also the entire Dragon Bei Triads to the entire world, unmasked them in the show and making them the centre of the spotlights. This has made Choi Chae Ri sinks in her seat and thinking deeply about what I just said to her, I on the other hand just let her absorb everything on her own time.“...Now, that is a long time to figure things out, when everything were already lays out for her to think about……Seriously Sir, I don’t see as to why she was chosen for this kind of role in our organization…”. (Park Zuo Yung)Park Zuo Yung who seated next to me, grumble again as she saw Choi Chae Ri frustrating r
“First, White Star Entertainment…cannot be treated the same as any entertainment agency company out there….I am sure by now you’ve already figured out that these guys weren’t normal at all…”. (Park Zuo Yung)“That is for sure….they were thugs…gangsters…even if they change their field from loan sharking and gangster works…they will stuck with their attitudes…doing business just like they used to...I have heard about the way the conduct their business, here and there…I thought it was just competitors that were trying to slam their reputations…but right now…I am sure that all the rumor about the were true after all…”. (Choi Chae Ri)“Well…it is…in fact those rumor that you and many other had heard..is only the watered down version…what they did is far more worst than anyone can imagine….anyway…listen to her…”.On any business deals, no matter what the field is, shady business always there, Bribery, ‘gifts’ is something that is common, even I do that kind of things before, and right now,
Inside the CBC CEO Office, currently Park Zuo Yung were trying her hardest and in all seriousness, explaining everything single step of the plan, to Choi Chae Ri. Naturally what she said to her, were mostly the general plans that thing had to go, with several part omitted. And as for those omitted part, is all gonna be done by me and the selected few of Virtue Financial. Because most of it will be quite hideous to be told to someone like Choi Chae Ri. To me, just letting go of those that were trying to harm someone that were under my protection is not an options at all, they had to pay with their lives for it.“That is why…although, the productions crew and even the main PD not knowing this plan…you as the CEO of CBC had to know the extent of this entire plan…”. (Park Zuo Yung)“...Since you wanted to do this thing..this way…naturally I have to know about it…after all, you are basically wanted to bring down not only a company…but an entire criminal syndicate…”. (Choi Chae Ri)The plan
I considered the meeting with Choi Chae Ri is the wrap fro the part one of my operation plans. Ever since I arrived at Seoul and already went through all the annoying phase after the incident, my anger has mostly subsides by now. After we left the CBC headquarter, I mostly jus roam around, I just told Park Zuo Yung that I wanted to go an have lunch and the rest was up to her to decide, I am seated on the back seat of my car, and once again we were stuck in the traffic. Currently it was 4 in the afternoon, everyone were still in their busy mode right now, Hwa Young too were busy, after all, she had insisted to continues her recording, after Main Producer San Da Hee, returned back to the locations from the CBC building.“I am planning on eating a Tteokbokki right now…we are already late for lunch…it was better to have a full meal at dinner…for now, we should just have some snack..”. (Par Zuo Yung)“Hmm?…okay..it doesn’t matter to me anyway…sure dinner is good then…by the way…is it just
At the Seorak Hill, there were a lot of couples, college students, high school students and many other young and hipster looking people roaming around here, enjoying their time doing whatever they likes, mostly were dating and just picnic around the place. As the newly open recreations place with beautiful views of the bustling city of Seoul from up hill, on top of that the entire Hill were beautifully decorated, the grass were well maintained, the cleanliness were maintained. On top of that there were also many spots that are very attractive to it’s visitors.With so many park benches and even barbecue places to be freely use, everyone love this place, on top of that there were also many attractions for couples to enjoy, places for pictures and places for them to do lovers activities, like leaving their locks on a tree of love, the large arrangements for couple dining, there is even a motel and hotel here, situated at the long strip shops at the same place as the Tteokbokki restauran
“Guys!!..you’re not going to believe me today when I said this!…look, today at Seorak Hill!…I found an extremely Handsome Hyung!!…look!..look!..”. (Video Log VJ)“Oh my god!!..is that even allowed on a man?..”. (College Girls)The streamers, the bystanders and even those that were walking around the parking lot were shocked silly after seeing an appearance of a man that seemingly coming out of a comic book. His looks were unreal, even the top male actors and models could barely hold a candle to this man, what made him even attractive is that, the man was simply moving about normally, also he seems not to be so arrogant about himself, whenever his eyes meet with someone, he will casually just greet them. He felt like a celebrity, but no one ever know who he is, despite how attractive he is, and just how he made every single female that looked at him blushed. Not a single soul wanted to get close to him, still even if they wanted to get close to him, it was questionable if they can, aft
Aeternum had taught her a valuable lesson—control is not about force, but manipulation. So, she would make them turn on each other.Helen began summoning the nobles one by one, speaking to them in private meetings. She whispered honeyed words into their ears.“Viscount Talis, I need a reliable man. Duke Rehn is plotting against me, and I require your loyalty.”“Countess Ferros, your influence is invaluable. I fear Duke Rehn is siphoning funds, and I need someone I trust to investigate.”“Duke Rehn, the other nobles are moving against you. You must act swiftly before they remove you from power.”With every meeting, seeds of distrust were sown.The nobles—drunk on greed—were too blind to see that they were being played.And so, one by one, they began to conspire against each other.As the nobles scrambled to destroy each other, Helen’s true loyalists made their move.Under the cover of darkness, handpicked assassins carried out eliminations with precision.Duke Rehn?Found dead in his s
“Then Mies will destroy Hallerus.”Helen turned sharply toward him. “You think he would go that far?”Merrica didn’t even hesitate. “Yes.”Helen stared at him, searching for a lie. A hint of hesitation. But there was none.“He will not give you mercy a second time, Helen,” Merrica said. “If those nobles push for war, if they even dare to challenge Aeternum—you will lose.”He took another step forward, his voice heavy. “And I will not be able to protect you.”For the first time in their conversation, Helen looked away. Merrica saw it. The fear. The realization.She already knew everything he was saying was true. She had just been too proud—too trapped—to admit it.Silence hung between them. Then, at last, Helen spoke.“…What do you want me to do?”Merrica finally allowed himself a small sigh of relief.“You already know what must be done, Helen,” he said gently. “You must take back your court.”Helen slowly nodded, though her expression remained grim. “Those nobles will not leave peace
“Merrica understands that if Hallerus moves against Aeternum, we won’t hold back.”Kasuma gave a knowing smirk. “And you won’t hesitate to destroy them.”I met her gaze, unblinking.“No.”A heavy silence fell between us.Kasuma leaned forward, her voice softer but firm. “You don’t want war with Hallerus.”“No, I don’t,” I admitted. “The people of Hallerus don’t deserve to suffer for their queen’s mistakes. Merrica doesn’t deserve to be put in that position.”Kasuma studied me for a moment before sighing. “Then let’s hope Duke Merrica succeeds.”I ran a hand through my hair, my thoughts swirling. Visma was controlled. Chaos was their prison, and we held the keys. Hallerus, however, was different.It was once an ally, a friend, a brother. But betrayal had shattered that bond. Still… I didn’t want to be the one to crush it completely. I drummed my fingers on my desk. If Helen could be saved, then perhaps—A knock interrupted my thoughts.“Enter,” I called.An ACIA officer stepped in, bowi
The Merchant Guild Leader, Darvio Vinn, who had profited the most from blocking Aeternum trade. His warehouses stored inferior goods at premium prices, keeping the economy strangled in his grip.The General of the Royal Army, Lionel Ferin, who had bled the treasury dry with excessive military spending, preaching about “independence” while weakening their forces with outdated tactics.They had to be removed. One by one, quietly, without causing suspicion. But how? Merrica could not simply accuse them—Helen trusted them. If he moved too boldly, she would see him as the enemy.No, he had to be careful. He had to play the game. Merrica stood, pouring himself another glass of wine. He would begin by exposing the corruption—turning the people against the parasites that fed on Hallerus.The merchants would learn how Darvio Vinn had been overpricing basic goods. The military officers would see how General Lionel Ferin had been wasting funds on obsolete strategies. The court would hear whisper
At a local tavern, I overheard a group of soldiers drunkenly complaining."Our weapons are old.""Our rations taste like pig slop.""Did you hear? Even Alemia is receiving Aeternum goods now.""We should have never broken ties."I smirked. They knew. Their queen had failed them, and their nation was falling behind while the rest of the world thrived under Aeternum’s soft power. The people of Hallerus were not fools. They saw the rising prosperity of the allied nations, the luxurious goods, the technological marvels, the entertainment, the food. They could only watch in envy.At sunset, I met with Duke Merrica Murrs at his estate. His once-proud posture had been replaced with exhaustion. His eyes, which once held confidence, now carried deep regret.We sat in his grand study, the silence stretching between us. Finally, he spoke."I should have stopped her."I said nothing."I vouched for her. I believed in her." He exhaled, shaking his head. "And now, my people suffer because of my mis
Meanwhile, in Yulga, Maria sat comfortably in her study, reading the latest reports.Lysander stood beside her, amused. "Another assassin failed. This is getting predictable."Maria smirked. "Vismal thinks he’s playing chess, but he’s only moving pawns."She set down her glass, her eyes gleaming with amusement. "Let him keep trying. Let him think he has control.""And when he finally realizes he doesn’t?" Lysander asked.Maria leaned back, exhaling softly. "By then, he won’t be king anymore."While King Vismal wasted his energy plotting assassinations, he failed to see the true danger.His nobles squabbled over the black market. His people secretly craved Aeternum goods. His own soldiers whispered of defecting.Visma was rotting from the inside out. And Maria? She simply watched it happen. She wasn’t just controlling the black market. She was controlling Visma’s fate. One failed assassination at a time.King Vismal III believed he could eliminate Maria Yulga. He believed he could take
"Oi, you got the stuff?""Yeah, yeah, keep it down!"A merchant nervously looked around before handing over a carefully wrapped package."This is the good stuff—straight from Aeternum. Papa Pizza’s special cheese blend. Got it from a merchant who knows a guy who knows a guy."The buyer, a Visma noble in disguise, snatched it eagerly."Finally! I’ve been dying to try this! You have no idea how boring Visma’s food is compared to Aeternum’s cuisine!""Yeah, yeah, pay up first.""Fine, fine—how much?""Two hundred gold pieces."The noble nearly choked. "T-Two hundred?! That’s robbery!"The merchant smirked. "And yet, you’re still going to pay it, aren’t you?"The noble gritted his teeth, but handed over the money anyway. Aeternum’s products were so desirable that people were willing to spend fortunes just to get a taste.And that was exactly what ACIA wanted. By controlling the underground economy, Aeternum achieved multiple goals:Economic Control – Even though Visma banned Aeternum’s pr
The people were asking too many questions. The smugglers were getting bolder. Even their own guards and soldiers were caught listening to Aeternum’s broadcasts in secret. A revolution wasn’t just coming—it was being broadcast live.In an attempt to regain control, the non-allied nations did the only thing they knew how to do—They cracked down. Massive raids were conducted in the dead of night. Entire villages were searched. Merchants were arrested. Radios were smashed in public squares.But no matter how many products they confiscated, no matter how many smugglers they punished, it didn’t stop. Aeternum’s influence was already too deep. The people had tasted the forbidden fruit—and they weren’t about to let go of it.What made matters worse was that not everyone in power was loyal to the cause. Behind closed doors, even high-ranking nobles were secretly buying Aeternum’s products for themselves. Some were sneaking off to allied territories under the guise of “diplomatic visits” just s
Aeternum had always been known for its technological marvels and superior products, but with easy transportation, its goods became more accessible than ever before.From freshly preserved gourmet food to luxurious household items, Aeternum’s influence began to seep into every aspect of daily life across the continent. And the people? They loved it. Why eat old, stale bread when you could have Aeternum’s fresh-baked soft rolls that lasted for weeks without losing their taste?Why wear itchy, poorly-made foreign garments when you could buy Aeternum’s finely woven, stain-resistant fabrics? Even Aeternum’s entertainment industry was making waves. With their crystal-powered moving pictures, stories from Aeternum began flooding into neighboring lands, captivating audiences with rich tales of adventure, romance, and heroism.It wasn’t just about selling goods anymore. Aeternum was selling a way of life. And everyone wanted in.But not everyone was pleased. The non-allied nations watched in d