Perfect World [EN]: Chapter 477

After hearing the news that Chairman Lucas had been released on special pardon, Beom-seok secluded himself in his office to assess the situation. That man had tried to kill him, so extreme caution was necessary. If he let his guard down, he could once again find himself in a life-threatening situation.

‘Damn it! I was too complacent just because he was in prison. I can’t believe he got out on a special pardon… Sigh.’

Beom-seok briefly recalled the day of Chairman Lucas’s trial. At the time, his defense team vehemently denied the attempted murder charge.

It was absurd, but the broken steel door became the key factor. Because it was such a sturdily made door, it wasn’t easy to break. And when relevant experts testified that the door wouldn’t have broken unless Chairman Lucas had intended it, the atmosphere shifted towards a simple charge of intimidation, as the defendant claimed, rather than attempted murder.

In response, the prosecution vehemently argued against this, citing the armed men who appeared belatedly, but this was also denied. Beom-seok, who had escaped, tried to kill Chairman Lucas, so he had no choice but to call the Black Society’s bodyguards, he explained.

Naturally, the bodyguards took the blame only for illegal possession of firearms, and Chairman Lucas was also found not guilty on this charge. In fact, the situation even escalated to the point where Beom-seok might have been put on trial for trying to kill the chairman, so they had no choice but to reach a mutual agreement.

However, at the time, the Black Society was collapsing, and Beom-seok’s power, backed by several large forces, was strong. Thanks to this, he barely managed to persuade the judges and achieved the result of having Chairman Lucas sentenced to two years in prison for attempted murder.

‘I shouldn’t have agreed to a settlement back then. He got out too easily because of it.’

The sentence for attempted murder varied greatly depending on whether or not there was an agreement. That’s why Beom-seok hesitated, but he allowed it because the elves under his command grabbed his pants and cried, and his other lovers kept pleading with him. They couldn’t welcome the idea of their master and lover standing trial.

Beom-seok recalled Chairman Lucas’s face with murderous eyes.

“No. Maybe it’s a good thing. He tried to kill me, so I can’t let him live comfortably.”

The reason Beom-seok thought so was that the place where Chairman Lucas was imprisoned was a fairly well-equipped prison. Cozy and spacious interior space with elegant decor. In addition to high-quality meals, various indoor leisure activities were also available if desired.

It was all due to the evils of corporate-run private prisons, which made Beom-seok feel annoyed. He just couldn’t go outside, but it was almost like a hotel.

When he heard from Margaret that he was even enjoying chatting and gaming over the internet under the supervision of a police officer, he was so angry that he smashed his desk in his office.

‘Good. Chairman Lucas. I’ll make you regret coming out.’

Beom-seok slowly thought of ways to screw over Chairman Lucas. The first method was to pull some strings and put him back in prison. But because he was such a wealthy man, he would go back to a comfortable prison, so he was somewhat reluctant.

And the second method was to blow away all of his assets. He’s probably trying his best to regain his former status, so if he just hired a clever con man, he could deplete his assets quite a bit.

Of course, the chairman was quite intelligent and had a lot of social experience, so he wouldn’t be easily fooled, but if he supported him from the side, it seemed possible enough.

The third was the method he found most appealing, which was to have him say goodbye to the world. It was the most certain method, and he had a justification since he had been attacked himself. However, the problem was that he was still in a hostile relationship with him. If the criminal investigation authorities suspected him and investigated, several troublesome problems would arise.

“I should think about this a little more. I’m hesitant to decide right away.”

At that moment, the call bell rang from inside Beom-seok’s pocket. He didn’t want to answer it because he was in a bad mood, but he took out his electronic notebook just in case it was important. And when he saw the number on the small screen, he closed his eyes tightly. The call he least wanted to receive had arrived.

‘Theresa, what is it this time! This is driving me crazy!’

The intention was obvious without even looking. She came with Chairman Lucas’s release, so it seemed clear that she was trying to do something to him.

If he wasn’t a fool, it would be better to end his relationship with her here. But Beom-seok only hesitated for a moment, and eventually answered the phone. It was better to confront her head-on and break Chairman Lucas’s scheme than to keep avoiding her.

Besides, Beom-seok had several cards to play to give Theresa a big blow.

“Yo. Who is this? Isn’t it Miss Theresa?”

– It’s been a while, Beom-seok. How have you been?

“Yes. I have. But what’s going on?”

– I haven’t heard from you lately, so I was wondering.

Beom-seok acted with an embarrassed expression and said.

“Hahaha. I’m sorry. I’ve been so busy lately that I haven’t been able to think. With the World Cup and everything, I’ve been really out of it.”

– Ah. I see. Then you have time now, right?

“Ah. There are a few things left to do, but yes. I do.”

– Then could we possibly meet now?

“Now? It’s almost evening. It’ll take quite a while to get ready and go there. And even if I go, it’ll be dawn in Renew City.”

– It’s okay. I’m in Lima City right now.

Beom-seok licked his lips. He was suddenly going to meet her without any preparation. Still, there would always be MR security personnel following him, so there was nothing to be afraid of. If he just contacted them, he could roughly figure out what she was up to.

“Well. Let’s do that. I’ll be out soon.”

– Okay. Then I’ll be waiting.

Beom-seok hung up and contacted Margaret to get a brief report on Theresa. From what he heard, she wasn’t doing anything particularly suspicious, so he was somewhat relieved. So he soon prepared to go out and went outside.

Arriving at Romeo Street in Lima City, Beom-seok spotted Theresa standing in front of the meeting plaza and hurried over. He wasn’t happy to see her, but he had to pretend to be happy since she was staring at him.

“Wow. Miss Theresa. You look very beautiful today.”

The compliment now was not just a matter of courtesy. Theresa really looked beautiful today. A simple white dress with lace, red shoes, and flowing, glossy black hair. And the way she did her makeup was so artistic, it felt like facing the goddess of beauty.

Theresa replied without showing any humility.

“Because a woman in love is bound to become beautiful.”

‘Look at this. She’s hitting me with a direct shot. She’s really determined.’

Beom-seok, who was startled for a moment, quickly composed himself and smiled brightly.

“Hahaha. To receive Miss Theresa’s love, I’m really envious of whoever that man is.”

He didn’t know if she had a man she loved, but he knew who she was referring to now. She had previously expressed her affection for Beom-seok.

He scratched his head and laughed heartily.

“Hahaha. It’s me.”

“Yes. You know it well. It’s Beom-seok. It’s you.”

“I’m so happy that I can’t even speak. I was a little scared because you were disappointed and left the last time we met.”

Theresa’s lips trembled slightly. The feeling she felt that day was not disappointment but anger. She couldn’t forgive him for feeding her strange food and even trying to take her to eat dog meat. But not now. She was ready to do anything Beom-seok wanted in order to give him trust.

“Really? That’s why you didn’t contact me. Actually, I just went that day because I wasn’t feeling well. So please don’t misunderstand.”

“Ah. Is that so? Then I was mistaken. I’m so glad. Hahaha.”

Theresa checked the time for a moment and then said to Beom-seok.

“By the way, it’s before dinner, right?”

“Yes, it is.”

“Then let’s go have dinner together. I found a good restaurant.”

“Oh. Really? Where is it?”

“You have to walk a bit from here. It’s a restaurant in an alley, and they make a pretty good bosintang [dog meat soup].”

Beom-seok’s face stiffened for a moment. The reason he had asked her to go eat bosintang before was just a trick to get rid of her, and he could never eat it himself. In reality, he kept thinking about his dog that had gone into his father’s stomach, so he couldn’t even smell bosintang.

“Th, that’s… I quit a while ago.”

“Why?”

“I thought Miss Theresa seemed to dislike it. For the sake of the person I love, can’t I quit one food?”

“Really? That’s very kind of you, but I don’t care. Come on. Let’s go.”

Theresa grabbed his arm and pulled, but Beom-seok firmly supported the floor with his legs. He wouldn’t be able to follow her unless he starved for a week.

“Ha, hahaha. Can’t we go next time? It’s not the season to eat it.”

“Oh, really? When I looked it up, it said that summer like now is the peak season. Is that not true?”

Beom-seok, sweating profusely, wiped his forehead. She had found out everything. Only some people of Eastern descent knew about such a bosin culture.

“Is that so? That’s a very strange thing. If it’s soup, it’ll be hot, but to eat it in the summer… Hahaha. Let’s just go to a Chinese restaurant near us. I know a place nearby that makes very good dishes.”

Theresa narrowed her eyes. She couldn’t have failed to notice that he had said this much. He absolutely couldn’t eat bosintang.

‘Then I was deceived by this guy? I can’t believe it…’

Although she was angry, Theresa nodded. She wanted to drag him away and take revenge right away, but she couldn’t. Right now, she had to show Beom-seok trust and try to look good to him.

“Really? Then let’s go there.”

“Hahaha. Yes. Thank you.”

“Well. There’s no need to thank me… Please guide me.”

Beom-seok, who brushed his trembling heart, headed to Jangnimwon with her. It was a Chinese restaurant he often used when he had to meet people around here. Soon after arriving there, he rented a small room and went inside with Theresa. And he ordered fried rice and sweet and sour shrimp to enjoy a simple dinner.

“Really. It’s delicious. It was a very enjoyable meal.”

“Hahaha. I’m glad. So. Where shall we go now?”

“Well? Go wherever Beom-seok wants. I don’t care anywhere with Beom-seok.”

“Hahaha. Can that be true. I have to go where the lady wants.”

“Really? Then there’s a place I really want to go with Beom-seok, will you follow me?”

Beom-seok felt uneasy about Theresa, who was smiling but making sharp eyes. He even regretted that he had yielded. It would be very difficult if she dragged him into a strange trap.

But today he came well prepared. He had packed self-defense weapons in his bag, as well as a chopstick-shaped device with a sensor that detects poison. So he stabbed and checked every food he ate at the Chinese restaurant earlier. In addition, MR security personnel were following them unknowingly behind them.

“Yes. Isn’t that obvious? Come on. As much as you want.”

“I’m glad you easily allowed it. I really needed courage.”

“Hahaha. No. Why is courage even mentioned when you go somewhere? I’m scared.”

“You’ll know when you go. Come on. Let’s go.”

Beom-seok, who was walking with her guidance, had an uneasy expression. If you follow this road, Rainbow Hotel will come out right away. It was a reassuring place because it was like his own turf, but he was quite afraid of Theresa’s intentions.

‘No way. Really? This doesn’t make sense… No, it won’t be.’

But his denial was soon denied. The final destination was still Rainbow Hotel. He had just finished his meal, so he didn’t eat again, so the intention was clear.

“Hotel coffee. It’s really good. Come on. Let’s go in.”

Theresa, who entered the hotel, did not head to the restaurant area, but went straight to the counter to book a room. Beom-seok hesitated at this absurd situation, but readily followed.

If Theresa was planning to spend the night with him with something in mind, he could turn it around and tie her up. It wouldn’t be a humiliation route because she wanted it, so if he just satisfied her, her favorability would definitely increase.

It’s too low, so it will take some time, but if he completely grabs her, she will be played in his hands.

‘Huhu. Chairman Lucas, you thought wrong. You have to set a trap properly if you want to set it.’

Beom-seok, who smiled faintly, stood behind Theresa. She was booking a room now.

“Room 70134?”

“Yes. Customer.”

While the elf counter employee and Theresa were talking, Beom-seok intervened. His expression was clearly showing embarrassment.

“Miss Theresa. I don’t think this is right.”

“Why? Do you hate me?”

“It’s not that, but it’s too sudden.”

“It’s sudden. I told you before. Let’s be lovers. The reason we haven’t been in touch for a long time is because we’ve been maintaining a lukewarm relationship. Isn’t that right?”

“That’s true, but…”

“Then please do as I say.”

At that time, Beom-seok snatched the key in Theresa’s hand and handed it back to the counter employee. It was not a sign of refusal. The room she wanted was somehow uneasy.

“Change it to a VIP key. You know me well, right?”

The counter employee, who glanced at him, immediately collected the key and handed over a new key. Beom-seok always received VIP treatment, so he rarely stayed in regular rooms.

So he smiled bitterly and headed to the top floor where the VIP room was located.

============================ Author’s words ============================

I started writing a new book yesterday. I haven’t fully understood the professional books yet, but I have achieved some results. When I read the defective book that I had discarded before and the writings I had written before, I noticed a lot of errors. It means that I have some basic knowledge.

And this article is about to end, so I need to prepare a new one quickly. So I’m going to learn the rest while writing a new book.

Then everyone have a good time. I’ll see you again tomorrow.