The Chairman of Pharmaceutical Company is a Poison King - Chapter 187
—————
This chapter was translated by Lunox Team. To support us and help keep this series going, visit our website: LunoxScans.com
—————
Chapter 187: They’re Getting Hooked Better Than Expected
【(Exclusive) His Majesty the Emperor Passes Away! The Empire’s Pillar Has Collapsed.】
【It is known that he met his end while trying to subjugate Beyond magical beasts for the Empire.】
【Secretary Geum Su-ho also stayed by His Majesty’s side until the very end.】
【Imperial citizens are in shock, unable to believe it. They feel as if the sky has fallen.】
【Imperial Palace Internal Affairs Department requests restraint from hasty reporting, saying these are unconfirmed facts.】
.
.
.
The media was initially skeptical but eventually concluded it was indeed his passing.
└ Come on, surely His Majesty the Emperor didn’t pass away? He’ll probably appear again with a pop like at the last victory ceremony, right?
└ No. This time it seems a bit serious.
└ There’s even video evidence. The Beyond Twin-Headed Demon Dragon’s corpse, the sword stuck in its head, bloodstained clothes.
└ Sigh, this is serious.
└ By the way, isn’t there a crystal from the Twin-Headed Demon Dragon? Who took it?
└ Why are you talking about crystals in this situation?
Public opinion was also solidifying toward the passing.
However, for some unknown reason, the Imperial Family – the Empress and the Princes – remained silent.
Where on earth did the article leak from?
It was quickly revealed.
Section Chief Moon Gyeong-sik from the Imperial Intelligence Agency who came to Gurye to find Tae-ju.
“We released it, with a scripted scenario.”
That figures.
Since no matter how long they waited there were no bites, the Emperor must have stepped in directly.
“You must have had a hard time cleaning up the mess.”
“….”
So many people are suffering.
“After causing all this trouble… are there any results?”
“Surprisingly many got hooked, enough to call it a full catch.”
“You must have written quite a good scenario.”
“People only believe the facts they want to believe. There must be more than just one or two people who wished for His Majesty’s passing.”
“Well, the results are good anyway.”
“That’s right. I was a bit surprised too. And it’s fortunate that the Empress, Princes, and Princesses showed no particular reaction.”
The Emperor had set a trap even for his own family.
But would they fall for it?
They had been badly burned before.
“Someone might come to see you too, Chairman. I wanted to let you know in advance.”
“To me?”
“There are people who are currently most desperate due to His Majesty’s passing.”
“The Japanese independence forces?”
“Yes. Especially they’ll want to invalidate the Fuji Group acquisition by any means necessary. Because they’re desperate.”
Independent Japan cannot be self-sufficient as things stand.
Their wish is to completely transfer the capital, technology, and facilities they built in Samhan to Japan.
“The first starting point is extending the relocation deadline. They’ve already begun proposing legislation centered around the Imperial Parliament.”
“Already? You mean they moved as soon as His Majesty passed away.”
“Yes. The 6-month deadline is too short. They’re desperately trying to extend it to 3 years.”
Sure enough.
There was a bite.
The day after Section Chief Moon Gyeong-sik returned.
Someone who visited Kim Tae-ju’s residence in Gurye.
Imperial Assembly Member and leader of Japanese citizens, a figure believed to be deeply involved in Japanese independence organizations, 6-term assemblyman Kimura.
“Hello, Chairman Kim Tae-ju. It’s my first time meeting you.”
Tae-ju guided him to his home study.
“Please come in, you must be busy.”
Assemblyman Kimura sat across from Tae-ju.
“So why did you come?”
“I’ll speak directly to the point. Please return Fujii Construction, Fujii Steel, and Fujii Heavy Industries to Chairman Tsuchida.”
Oh!
I thought he’d beat around the bush.
“Wrong things should be corrected. I believe you’ll understand sufficiently, Chairman.”
“I don’t understand. And aren’t you scared? It’s not like you don’t know who I am.”
“Behind me are tens of millions of Japanese citizens together. And I… came with the resolve to commit seppuku if necessary.”
Meaning he’s not afraid of death.
His determination seemed impressive, but…
In fact, he probably knew he wouldn’t be killed.
He must have sufficiently grasped my tendencies.
“But I don’t know what’s wrong about it. It was acquired through proper procedures.”
“Fuji Group is a political scapegoat. Everyone knows that the late His Majesty the Emperor started this to purge us Japanese citizens.”
“So you’re saying the shoddy construction and tax evasion never happened?”
“I admit there were some mistakes… but that’s not sufficient reason for Fuji Group to be destroyed.”
That’s enough.
“Then follow me.”
“Wh-where?”
“There’s someone I’d like to introduce you to. It would be faster to speak directly to that person.”
“T-to whom?”
Tae-ju guided Kimura from the study to the stairs leading down to the underground training room.
Going down the stairs.
The Emperor and Geum Su-ho were rolling around on the training room floor with Ilisambaeyi.
“Oh? Chairman Kim, you came down? You must have been bored too.”
“You have a visitor.”
“A visitor?”
“He came with complaints. Says to return the Fuji Group subsidiaries? Have a chat with him.”
“What? Which bastard dares?”
Assemblyman Kimura was shocked to see the Emperor and Geum Su-ho.
“…Your Majesty?”
“Kimura? You bastard, you still haven’t left Samhan soil?”
“Y-you’re alive?”
“Of course I’m alive, did you think I was dead? Su-ho.”
“Yes!”
“Tie up this bastard and make him kneel before me.”
Kimura stood there dazed with his mouth open, his soul departed.
“Wh-wh-why did you pretend to be dead…”
“Why? To catch bastards like you. This is the death-feigning skill!”
One was caught.
Is it just Kimura?
Someone else came.
Samhan Empire Government Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Wang Cheon-su.
The most successful Chinese citizen in Samhan.
A figure who climbed all the way to government deputy prime minister, backed by Chinese capital worldwide.
“How about listing only the shipbuilding and shipping sectors? You’ll need investment since shipyards and ports require additional construction.”
“We don’t need investment.”
“It’s not simply a matter of money. Isn’t it problematic for an individual to own a national foundation industry?”
“So what?”
“Share distribution is necessary. Share the profits with the people.”
“The people? Which people? Chinese capital perhaps?”
How ridiculous.
It’s a scheme to somehow get a spoon on a well-prepared table.
“If you don’t like going public, how about releasing the metals used in shipbuilding to the private sector?”
“You mean black iron?”
“Yes, it’s a precious resource. If you break the black iron monopoly, more companies will enter shipbuilding and shipping, and the economic effect the Three Han Empire will enjoy is expected to reach thousands of trillion or more.”
Finally it came out.
Economic effect.
“What if I refuse?”
“…Sanctions could come under monopoly regulation laws.”
Since he’s speaking so gently, I can’t just beat him up.
“You’re saying you’ll go legal. Are you coming out like this because His Majesty the Emperor isn’t here?”
“Absolutely not. His Majesty had such concerns even when he was well.”
“Really? Then let’s confirm it.”
“…What?”
Tae-ju also guided Deputy Prime Minister Wang Cheon-su to the underground training room.
“What are you again?”
“Your, Your Majesty?”
Naturally, he was shocked.
“The Deputy Prime Minister was telling me to sell TJ Group shares and black iron to the private sector.”
“Who gave permission for that!”
“He said Your Majesty told him so, that monopoly was a concern.”
“What? When did I say that? Suho, grab that bastard.”
“…Hiiek!”
Wang Cheon-su trembled, not knowing what to do.
“You money-grubbing bastard! Chinese capital got involved, didn’t they?”
“No, no. I was just trying to break up the monopoly…”
“Don’t be ridiculous. What kind of monopoly is this? Then patents and such should disappear too. According to you, that’s also a monopoly.”
“Uh, uh, uh…”
Surprisingly, he was taking the bait well.
Someone from the military also came to visit.
A Superior Expert-level Awakened Guard, rank of Colonel.
“The Three Han Empire is in chaos due to His Majesty’s passing.”
“Well, the national system still seems to be running fine.”
“It will explode here and there soon. Unfortunately, the princes and princesses don’t have the ability to lead the Empire.”
“So what?”
“I think a patriotic decision is needed.”
What kind of random nonsense is this?
“Chairman!”
“Yes?”
“Please become the Emperor of the Empire. We will support you.”
Wow!
I didn’t expect coup forces to pop up too.
“Are you plotting a military rebellion?”
“We will enthrone you as Emperor and serve you with loyalty. We will handle governance and practical matters. Just reign over us.”
“Who are the leading forces?”
“I cannot tell you yet. I only came as a messenger.”
Absurd.
It means they’ll make him Emperor but wield the actual power themselves.
“What if I oppose?”
The Colonel who came as a messenger spoke soothingly.
“Please join us. You can just stay still. We’ll arrange everything and put Samhan’s imperial power in your hands.”
Tae-ju pretended to think and then said.
“There’s someone I need permission from first, so have a conversation with that person.”
“An acquaintance? For example, President Baek Seo-yeon or…”
“It is an acquaintance. Getting permission from that person comes first.”
“Hahaha! Then let’s meet them. I’m confident I can persuade anyone.”
I’ll take this person to the Emperor too.
“Who is this bastard again?”
“Huuuuk! Your, Your Majesty?”
Tae-ju shrugged his shoulders and said.
“He’s telling me to join the military coup and take over the Imperial Palace.”
“Coup? This crazy bastard… wait? Co, coup? You mean he’ll enthrone you as Emperor?”
“That’s what he says. A patriotic decision.”
The Emperor’s eyes suddenly changed.
“Hmm, patriotic… that’s a good idea.”
“…?”
“Why don’t you do it?”
“Do what?”
“The coup. I’ll support you too.”
Wait, has this man gone crazy?
When I frowned and glared at him.
“…It’s, it’s a joke.”
Then he grabbed the Colonel by the collar.
“You stupid bastard! If you were going to seduce him, you should have done it properly!”
“Ugh…”
“Your biggest sin is not seducing him properly! Suho, tie this bastard up too.”
“Phew, yes yes, we should tie him up.”
The Emperor was excited.
The Empire’s hidden threat elements were coming to him on their own feet.
Tae-ju found it somewhat bothersome but still okay.
At least it wasn’t boring.
I think I know the feeling of a fisherman setting traps and waiting for fish to come.
By the way, when will the Immortals come to Earth?
Should I leave the Wuhan Beyond monster-infested area alone until then?
Actually, I didn’t tell the Emperor either.
I just said there was a Beyond stronger than expected, so it would be better to retreat temporarily.
Because it would be impossible to subdue them even if the Empire, no, the entire world mobilized.
‘If it’s delayed and something happens…’
I’ll have to try it alone.
* * *
Heavenly Realm.
It was about time for delivery from Earth.
The Immortals were tense.
First, they installed a huge cauldron the size of a house in the Multiplex Courtyard, Taesang Nogoon’s treasure Seon-yak-jeong.
Gwi-gok asked Danggumak.
“Dok-seon, how long did you say the Shared Warehouse glimmer lasts?”
“It was extremely short at first, but lately it’s increased quite a bit to about 20 minutes of glimmering.”
“20 minutes, huh. Ro-gun, how can we speed up the refinement time of the Seon-yak-jeong?”
“You need to inject seon energy. Then it’ll be faster.”
The reason the immortals are doing this.
It’s because of the delivery interval between the Immortal Realm and Earth.
Meaning it takes a long time.
Rather than sending it in the next delivery, they make it right away for this delivery, before the Shared Warehouse glimmer ends.
As soon as the delivery arrives, they start the refinement work to complete concentration, molding, and generator installation, then put it in the Shared Warehouse.
It’s a race against time.
That’s why everyone was tense.
They need to get to Earth even a day faster.
“When exactly are the Beyond crystals coming?”
“Hehe, does rushing make the delivery come faster? Everything has its time…”
Right at that moment!
Zzzirrrrr…
“It’s up!”
“It’s up?”
“Let’s begin.”
Danggumak hurriedly took out the three large Beyond crystals that Tae-ju had sent from the Shared Warehouse and put them into the Seon-yak-jeong.
“The size and shape are already set, so we just need to heat them.”
Under the direction of work supervisor Demon Valley Immortal, all the immortals of the Immortal Realm clung to the Seon-yak-jeong.
Woooooong!
As seon energy was injected, the jet-black metal cauldron began trembling.
“Everyone, put your strength into it!”
“…Ugh, is there still a long way to go?”
“This is just the beginning, what kind of immortal has no patience!”
Chik chik chik chik!
Steam rose from the cauldron.
A phenomenon of impurities being expelled.
10 minutes passed.
“Is it done?”
“Just a little more!”
“Ugh!”
“Don’t just barely lift your hands and slack off.”
“Dok-seon, how’s the Shared Warehouse?”
“Still glimmering.”
Ziiing! Ching! Ching!
Chichik! Chi chi chi chik!
The Seon medicine cauldron vibrated with a roaring sound.
“What’s the time?”
“5 minutes left.”
“Damn!”
That’s when it happened.
Paaaah!
The chik chik sounds stopped and a majestic light enveloped the Seon-yak-jeong.
“It’s done!”
“The refinement is finished.”
“Hurry!”
Gwi-gok opened the cauldron lid.
At the same time, the Beyond crystals that had been densely concentrated and reduced to fist-size.
There were 3 when they put them in, but now there was only one.
And they mounted it on a pre-made generator.
“Quick, into the Shared Warehouse…”
Danggumak put the generator he received from Gwi-gok into the Shared Warehouse.
In an instant!
Pit! The light went out.
“Phew, that was close.”
“We almost couldn’t put it in.”
“So we can go to Earth within a week?”
“Maybe even faster.”
Soon they’ll go to Earth.
But who will go?
Expected personnel: 3 people.
Swordsman and Jecheon Daeseong are decided, and Dok-seon won’t go over, so one spot remains.
“I’m warning you in advance, if you’re going to Earth to mess around, don’t even think about going over.”
“Right. Each person needs to kill at least a thousand Beyond monsters.”
“We’ll know how many you killed when you bring back the crystals.”
“…Don’t worry! We’ll sweep them all up.”
“And don’t forget to catch the leader too.”
A thousand is quick to kill.
The important thing is planning ahead what to do and enjoy on Earth.
The other immortals were also filled with anticipation.
Once the advance team kills the Beyond monsters and secures crystals, their chance will definitely come too.
So the more Beyond monsters there are, the better.
Since they’re precious energy sources.
—————
This chapter was translated by Lunox Team. To support us and help keep this series going, visit our website: LunoxScans.com
—————
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
