After the Divorce, I Found a Thousand Bitcoins - Chapter 128

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I Got Divorced and Found a Thousand Bitcoins Episode 128

The scene of Nathan’s drones in action was broadcast live nationwide through television cameras.

And the reaction was extremely enthusiastic.

-Holy shit!

-That’s insane!!

-What is that?! Is this a movie?!

-Is that kind of technology even possible?

-What are those drones?

-Damn! This looks like something you’d only see in a sci-fi movie!

-I want to buy that!

Tremendous reactions poured in through the real-time chat of the live broadcast.

They had physically contained the wildfire and extinguished it in an instant.

Since they witnessed such an unreal scene in real-time, it was natural for them to be amazed.

[The S-64 has arrived again. Large amounts of water are being dropped to extinguish the remaining embers.]

After the drones extinguished the wildfire on Baekbyeong Mountain, the S-64 that had refilled with water dropped again and put out all the remaining fires.

[Almost all fires have been extinguished. Ground forces can be seen entering the site to put out the remaining fires.]

Firefighters rushed into the mountain to eliminate the remaining embers.

The Nakdong Spine fire that could have led to a major disaster was being brought under control.

After confirming that the wildfire was contained, Kang Hyeon contacted Nathan.

And he was able to hear a technical explanation from him.

-Fire ultimately means a plasma state. To contain it, you need to use composite frequencies. So I installed frequency generators on the drones to use extremely low frequencies and microwaves…

Of course, he couldn’t understand even half of it.

What mattered wasn’t the technical knowledge but.

“Is that technology commercially viable?”

Whether it was technology that could be commercialized or not.

But the answer he heard was negative.

-It’s difficult right now.

“So more research is needed. Please continue researching that technology.”

-Of course!

“And the fire extinguishing solution used this time seemed special too.”

-Naturally! This is also something I made…!

“Can that technology be commercialized?”

He brought up the main point before another technical explanation could begin.

This time he heard a positive response.

-It’s possible if we can secure a factory. It’s not that difficult a technology.

“I understand. Then let’s begin preparations for commercialization.”

-Yes!

“I hope you’ll create many more technologies like this in the future.”

-Can I spend a lot on research?

“Of course.”

-I’ll live up to your expectations!

What Nathan needed was massive research funding.

And Kang Hyeon had the ability to provide that sufficiently.

‘This should give us some breathing room.’

Nathan’s help had been significant.

And so had the power of light.

But it wasn’t time to breathe easy yet.

“Chairman, we’ve received a request to meet from the Director of the Disaster Management Headquarters.”

“I guess it’s not time to rest yet.”

It was time to handle external schedules.

Kang Hyeon arrived at the Disaster Management Headquarters by helicopter.

People wearing Disaster Management Headquarters jackets had come out to the helipad to greet him.

“I’m Kim Su-gyeom, Director of the Disaster Management Headquarters.”

“I’m Choi Kang-hyeon of KH Group.”

A bigger figure than expected had come out to greet him.

After brief greetings, the conversation continued as they moved inside the headquarters.

“Thank you for helping to extinguish this fire. The President also expressed his gratitude.”

“Not at all. It was what I had to do as a citizen. Above all, our group’s construction site was also nearby.”

“Thank you for saying that. The reason I requested this meeting today is because we’d like Chairman Choi to join us when we hold a press conference about this incident.”

“A press conference?”

“Yes. The public has many questions about this fire suppression. The problem is that our Disaster Management Headquarters has no way to explain KH Group’s technology, so we’ve been in a difficult position.”

That certainly made sense.

The technology Nathan created was several steps ahead of currently commercialized technology.

Since such technology was revealed to the public through live broadcast, it would have become difficult to explain.

‘Rather than deliver wrong information, they want to put me at the press conference? Smart thinking.’

It was a somewhat unconventional approach, but it wasn’t incomprehensible.

Above all, since Kang Hyeon had been thinking of doing a separate interview anyway, he thought it might be better to stand at the press conference instead.

“I understand. I’ll stand at the press conference.”

“Thank you.”

Disaster Management Headquarters Press Conference Hall.

Countless reporters flocked in, creating a sea of people.

The reason so many reporters gathered was because Chairman Choi Kang-hyeon’s attendance had been announced.

“Is Chairman Choi Kang-hyeon really coming out?”

“This makes it a foregone conclusion that KH Group stepped in because of a government request.”

“A private company solving a disaster situation at the government’s request? Did this really happen in our country?”

Private companies directly solving disasters was almost unheard of.

This incident, which seemed like something that would only appear in movies, drew great public attention.

Reporters were professionals who lived off public interest.

Naturally, they waited to interview Chairman Choi Kang-hyeon.

Meanwhile, Kang Hyeon, who was waiting in the waiting room, continued his phone call with Nathan.

“So in conclusion, it’s possible?”

-Yes, the things Chairman mentioned can be sufficiently handled with the currently manufactured items.

“I understand. Then I’ll proceed with that in mind.”

Right after ending the call.

Just then, a civil servant from the Disaster Management Headquarters entered with a knock.

“Chairman, it’s time for the press conference.”

“Yes.”

The timing was perfect.

Kang Hyeon stood up and walked toward the press conference hall.

The press conference began with Kim Su-gyeom, the head of the Disaster Management Headquarters.

“We are currently investigating the cause of the Tonggo Mountain fire. Once the cause is determined, we will disclose it transparently.”

“Were there any casualties?”

“There have been no reported casualties so far. However, private property damage is estimated at about 1 billion won, and forest damage is significant.”

A typical press conference continued.

Reporters turned Kim Su-gyeom’s statements into articles, and the conference was also broadcast live on YouTube.

However, in the real-time chat window, no one was focusing on Kim Su-gyeom’s words anymore.

-When is Chairman Choi coming out!

-Explain that sci-fi technology!

-Chairman Choi, come out!!

-We want Chairman Choi!!

-Is KH Group hiring new employees?

You can’t.

-Let’s quickly move to the main dish!

Everyone was waiting for Choi Kang-hyeon to stand in front of the microphone and speak.

And that time approached.

“For this press conference, Chairman Choi Kang-hyeon of KH Group, who provided great assistance during this disaster, has personally attended. We invite him to the podium.”

Soon the camera focused on Choi Kang-hyeon.

Dressed in a suit, his appearance perfectly embodied the term “businessman.”

-He’s tall.

-Wow… even watching live, his proportions are amazing?

-That suit must be expensive, right?

-Luxury is overflowing.

-He looks so composed.

Kang Hyeon shook hands with Kim Su-gyeom and took his seat.

“I am Choi Kang-hyeon, Chairman of KH Group. I’ll take your questions.”

“This is reporter Lee Sang-taek from Donguk Media. KH Group’s S-64 was deployed for this fire suppression. Was there a government request?”

“I made the request first.”

“From KH Group?”

“Yes. Near Tonggo Mountain where the fire occurred, KH Group’s Research Center and Data Center were under construction. Due to certain circumstances, managers and employees from our subsidiary KH Construction, as well as protesters from the Korean Labor Union, were trapped at the construction site and needed to be rescued.”

“So that’s why you sent the S-64?”

“Yes. Since life rescue is a matter of every second, we sought cooperation from the Disaster Management Headquarters and sent the helicopter.”

“What was the reason the Korean Labor Union protesters were trapped at the site?”

“For that matter, I believe you would get a more accurate answer by inquiring directly with the Korean Labor Union. One thing that’s certain is that their reckless protest put our employees in danger as well.”

Kang Hyeon didn’t speak in roundabout terms.

He took a firm stance because giving a vague answer here could lead to misunderstandings.

-So the Korean Labor Union was causing trouble after all.

-I heard they got trapped while trying to use the fire as leverage for pressure.

-Chairman Choi is magnanimous for rescuing even those people.

-Flying an S-64 for the employees, damn that’s insane.

The questions continued to the next person.

“This is Han Min-seok from Daily Planet. We understand that KH Group’s drones were used in this fire suppression. What technology was used to extinguish the fire?”

It was a reporter asking about what everyone was most curious about.

Naturally, all the reporters’ attention was focused.

Kang Hyeon paused for a moment before speaking.

“The fire suppression liquid used to extinguish the fire is a special solution developed by a research institute under KH Group. It’s currently commercially viable technology that we plan to bring to market soon.”

“Rather than the suppression liquid, what was generated from the drone…”

“That technology is.”

Everyone’s gaze focused on Kang Hyeon.

“A new technology being developed by KH Group. Naturally, since related technologies are classified matters, I ask for your understanding that I cannot provide detailed answers.”

The reporters murmured among themselves.

They had expected to hear a proper explanation of the technology, but since their expectations weren’t met, it was a natural reaction.

Then reporter Han Min-seok, who had asked the question, spoke up again.

“Then I’ll change my question. The scene that technology showed appeared as if it was containing the flames. Did that technology actually contain the fire?”

This was essentially what people were most curious about.

Can flames be contained?

He gave a clear answer to that question.

“Yes, that’s correct.”

“How…!”

“I’m sorry, but since the technology is classified, I cannot explain the detailed mechanism.”

Kang Hyeon skillfully evaded the answer.

Kang Hyeon’s press conference continued with various other responses.

And when the conference was almost over.

Kang Hyeon dropped the bombshell he had been preparing.

“Do you have any final words?”

“I understand that many people suffered damage from this disaster. Therefore, I, Choi Kang-hyeon, as a citizen, will donate 1 billion won to the disaster recovery fund.”

The reporters’ eyes widened at the amount of 1 billion won.

But Kang Hyeon’s statement didn’t end there.

“And KH Group will establish a Disaster Reconstruction Planning Team to begin systematic support for disaster areas.”

“What kind of systematic support would that include?”

“To restore the fire-affected areas, we will actively deploy drones and robots for rapid restoration work.”

Deployment of drones and robots.

The reporters’ hands became busy with Kang Hyeon’s announcement.

“What scale are we talking about?”

“We will invest 10 billion won for the reconstruction of areas completely destroyed by the forest fires at Tonggo Mountain and Baekbyeong Mountain.”

It was the moment when the donation scale effectively increased to 11 billion won.

[The major fire along the Nakdong Spine was quickly extinguished through cooperation between the Disaster Management Headquarters and KH Group.]

[KH Group announced it would contribute 10 billion won as recovery funds for this disaster and establish a Disaster Reconstruction Planning Team to deploy large numbers of robots and drones to restore disaster areas.]

[KH Group Chairman Choi Kang-hyeon announced he would donate 1 billion won from his personal funds.]

[A conglomerate chairman who deployed helicopters to rescue subsidiary employees! This time, a generous 1 billion won donation to help disaster victims!]

Through Kang Hyeon’s interview, KH Group’s good deeds became known nationwide.

Of course, it wasn’t simply throwing money around.

Team Manager Lee Gi-cheol of the Future Strategy Team checked the articles and smiled.

‘With this, we can improve the public’s perception of robots.’

This donation had an underlying plan for deploying robots in the field.

Starting from disaster sites, integrating robots into daily life.

Such calculations were behind the donation and establishment of the reconstruction team.

‘Plus, the Korean Labor Union made a bad move, which worked out well for us.’

The Korean Labor Union’s protest during the disaster situation became a bad move.

Citizens who learned of the news criticized them, and public opinion completely turned toward KH Group.

‘Moreover, this incident has put the government in a position where they have no choice but to side with us.’

At the government’s request, KH Group’s personnel and assets were heavily deployed for firefighting efforts.

Thanks to this, they were able to completely win the government over to the Group’s side.

‘Thanks to the unexpected variable called disaster, things worked out easily.’

To not simply end a disaster as just a disaster, but transform it into something that could determine the Group’s future.

‘I can’t help but admire the Chairman’s decisiveness.’

And so the Nakdong Spine fire came to an end.

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