The Genius Grandson Of The Cash King Becomes A Tycoon [EN]: Chapter 79

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“Leave the National Tax Service alone and start with the prosecutors.”

“Kim Su-ho, Deputy Chief Prosecutor of the Central District Prosecutors’ Office. He’s a graduate of Viscai University and his promotion has been significantly delayed. It seems he’s taking the lead to get promoted. Koh Han-seok, a prosecutor in the Changwon District Prosecutors’ Office, is also a non-mainstream prosecutor. He barely became a prosecutor after graduating from a local university. Neither of them has any connections.”

I picked out the most useful people among those who raided Shinhwa Heavy Industries and Shinhwa Securities in Changwon.

Those without connections and with delayed promotions.

Their desire to grab any lifeline was automatically drawn before my eyes.

Of course, they’re trying to make money.

The retainer fee for a lawyer who is a former chief prosecutor differs by more than 1 billion won from that of a regular prosecutor.

Beneath their desire for power, there was a surge of greed for money.

***

After hanging up with Jeong-hoon, Song Cheol-ho’s shoulders shook.

His last words lingered in his ears.

‘Please stop the search and seizure.’

Indeed, he, lacking social experience, was facing simultaneous search and seizure of two locations, labor supervision by the Ministry of Labor, and on-site inspections by the district office.

He must have been in a daze.

I thought about taking a step back out of pity, but I hardened my heart.

A promising tree must be crushed in the early stages.

That way, there will be no future troubles.

Like Yoon Hyun-joong, that child’s parents.

Song Cheol-ho called Ji-ho.

“Do your best in the acquisition battle. Today, I sent a warning to the companies Yoon Jeong-hoon owns.”

“Yes, Chairman.”

Song Cheol-ho raised his hand, and Song Ji-ho flinched.

His mood soured at his son’s reaction of being startled by the small hand movement.

To think he wants to become the head of Cheonjihoe [Heaven and Earth Society, likely a reference to a powerful organization] with such timidity…….

A sigh came out involuntarily.

“You have to do well, not just work hard. We need to acquire Seonjae Heavy Industries to circulate funds easily.”

“I understand.”

“Go now.”

Watching Song Ji-ho’s back, Song Cheol-ho once again thought about the enjoyable call with Yoon Jeong-hoon.

His slightly awkward voice was a bit annoying, but he soon erased it from his memory.

Today is a victorious day.

We must raise a toast.

He ordered his chief of staff to reserve Daewongak [a high-end traditional Korean restaurant] in Seongbuk-dong.

A smile naturally appeared at the thought of enjoying a pleasant reunion after a long time.

***

Late at night.

Jeong-hoon went to the bar where Prosecutor Kim Su-ho was, as Psycho had told him.

A Gangnam ten-percent club [an exclusive, high-end club in Gangnam] with loud music.

Jeong-hoon frowned at the stuffy indoor air.

If you’ve done something big, it’s only natural to have a drink.

Jeong-hoon also thought he should celebrate.

Kim Su-ho, who had thoroughly털었 [ransacked/investigated] Shinhwa Securities, was in a good mood.

Early 40s.

Not a super-fast promotion, but he had come this far despite the fatal weakness of being a graduate of Viscai.

It took 10 years to get to the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office.

Today’s feat is the best move to be promoted to chief prosecutor.

Promotion next year is certain.

“Oppa [term used by younger women to address older men, often with romantic interest], have a drink.”

Kim Su-ho wrapped his arms around the waists of the women sitting on either side of him.

When he opened his mouth, they poured alcohol into his mouth.

This is why I come to ten-percent clubs.

He was grinning from ear to ear at the thought of running wild with the card given directly by the Deputy Chief Prosecutor.

“Hey, you guys have a drink too. Bring some more alcohol.”

“Kyaa, thank you.”

When a young woman opened the door and went outside, a tall young man entered the room.

“Hey, this isn’t the room.”

He sat down without paying attention to Kim Su-ho’s words.

“You’re alone. A person who did something big today is drinking alone.”

The man poured alcohol into an empty glass.

And placed it in front of his seat.

“Who the hell are you?”

A familiar young man…….

“I’m Yoon Jeong-hoon.”

Kim Su-ho, who was leaning on the sofa and arrogantly spreading his arms, shook his head violently.

“How did you get here……!”

“I came because I was curious about the person who made a mess of my company.”

“It’s a legal procedure.”

“I didn’t come to argue about that.”

“Then?”

Jeong-hoon didn’t answer and put the glass to his lips.

“A person who has done something big is drinking alone. I guess there’s no one to congratulate you?”

“Ahem, that’s not it. Everyone is busy.”

“Pfft, this old man can’t come to his senses. It’s obvious that he’s a hunting dog to replace dirty work, but he’s the only one who doesn’t know. Do you think you’ll become a chief prosecutor if you do this?”

“What is this bastard saying 반말 [speaking informally/disrespectfully] to a prosecutor of the Republic of Korea?”

Kim Su-ho grabbed the bottle in front of him and threw it at Jeong-hoon.

He dodged it, but alcohol splashed on Jeong-hoon’s expensive suit.

Deep wrinkles were etched between his eyebrows.

“Mr. Prosecutor of the Republic of Korea, let’s get some education today.”

At Jeong-hoon’s gesture, the women guarding his side looked at Kim Su-ho.

Jeong-hoon took out a check from his pocket and placed it on the table.

They grabbed it and ran out of the room.

They were the only two left.

Soon, with a crashing sound, Kim Su-ho slumped to the floor.

“Mr. Prosecutor, I guess you couldn’t see anything because there were women?”

Jeong-hoon said in a low voice, looking at Kim Su-ho, who had fallen to the floor.

“Ugh, don’t you know what happens if you assault a prosecutor?”

Could it be that he has an incompatible pride?

Jeong-hoon pressed down on his neck.

-Cough, cough

The gaze directed at Jeong-hoon was surprisingly intense.

I thought he would give in with a few punches.

‘Is he saying he won’t give in to violence?’

“Are you going to keep living as an incompatible disposable item?”

“…….”

“Come under me. Then I’ll at least make you earn more money.”

“…….”

He didn’t answer.

It was unexpected.

“I’ll get you up to chief. It’ll be hard beyond that, though. Anyway, you’re a non-mainstream prosecutor, and you’ve come this far by giving up your liver and gallbladder [sacrificing everything]. You have to do good in the end.”

He barely opened his mouth, spilling blood on the floor.

“Under you? Will it be any different if I go there now?”

“It’s different. I wouldn’t let my people drink alone like this after doing something big. At least if you were under me, I would have poured you a drink on a day like today.”

“Everyone was busy.”

Kim Su-ho also knew.

A non-mainstream background.

That’s why he was alone today.

He looked at the hand Jeong-hoon extended towards him.

If he grabbed that hand, he would be under him.

He hesitated.

“Stop being stubborn and admit it. That you were a disposable item used for dirty work. Are you going to keep living so pathetically? Catch Ilsong Group under me. I at least have a cause. Use your head, if you catch Ilsong, you’ll become a star. A star prosecutor!”

Jeong-hoon took out an envelope from his pocket and gave it to him, who was sitting on the floor.

Kim Su-ho’s pupils trembled as he unfolded it.

It contained the names of those who had entertained him so far.

He knew everything.

Kim Su-ho, who had been sitting on the floor, looked up at Jeong-hoon.

His eyes were different from the despicable eyes of those who had ordered him to do dirty work.

A dirty and unjustifiable fight.

At least it seemed like it would be fun with him.

And the star prosecutor, that short word stimulated his deep desires.

‘I could go to the National Assembly.’

With his money, he might be able to go to the National Assembly.

His pride was hurt, but he changed his mind.

Now, to save the pride of a prosecutor, I need to grab a new line.

He grabbed the hand in front of him.

The tightly held hand pulled him up.

“Think carefully about who you have to work for.”

“Please…… take care of me. 도련님 [Doryeonim – a respectful term for a young master].”

Kim Su-ho bowed his head.

Jeong-hoon filled an empty glass with alcohol and handed it to him.

Kim Su-ho received it and emptied it in one go.

“Who ordered you?”

“The Deputy Chief Prosecutor.”

“Are you confident?”

“Yes? What do you mean?”

“We have to throw the Chief Prosecutor and the Deputy Chief Prosecutor in together. That’s how you get promoted!”

His pupils trembled as if an earthquake had struck.

Jeong-hoon called Kang Sang-cheol.

Kang Sang-cheol was the best at enlivening the mood.

In less than an hour, he was calling Kim Su-ho 형님 [Hyung-nim – a term used by younger men to address older brothers or respected older men] and acting like a childhood friend.

Jeong-hoon left the drinking party to him.

It was a place where Kang Sang-cheol was more suitable than himself.

Kang Sang-cheol comforted Kim Su-ho, who had been lonely today.

***

The acquisition battle for Seonjae Heavy Industries, which had been decided by the highest bid, was noisy due to the media disguised as public opinion.

Kim Hyun, chief editor of the Munhwa Ilbo, said that national key industries cannot be handed over just for money,

Choi Dae-jung, chief editor of the Hwangseong Ilbo, said that Seonjae Heavy Industries, which is related to the defense industry, should not be handed over to foreign capital.

And articles from the media and broadcasters that agreed with him poured out.

Jeong-hoon, who was confident that he would not be 밀리지 [pushed back/outdone] in 돈질 [money power/spending], was embarrassed, but he expected it to some extent.

It’s no fun if the acquisition battle goes according to his own thoughts.

Variables have to pop out to make it exciting.

Choi In-soo, president of the Korea Asset Management Corporation, called several times.

We had to shut the mouths of the media.

It is clear that Song Cheol-ho of Ilsong Group is behind all of this.

He caused a major explosion accident to get Seonjae Heavy Industries, and he also exerted influence on the chief editors of the media companies.

Jeong-hoon wanted to do the same to him.

So, using their weaknesses revealed through Psycho as an excuse, he called Kim Hyun and Choi Dae-jung to the bar they liked.

“What do you want?”

“It’s nothing special. I hope the acquisition conditions for Seonjae Heavy Industries don’t change. Just keep your mouths shut a little.”

“Ahem, that’s unpleasant. How dare you threaten the chief editor of a Korean media company like this.”

“Will I only threaten you? I have to give you some pocket money too.”

Jeong-hoon gestured to Kang Sang-cheol, who was accompanying him.

He placed a heavy bag on the table.

When the bag was opened, a golden toad with a brilliant golden color appeared.

“It’s a gift. It’s a small token of appreciation for the teachers who have contributed to the development of the media so far. It’s only 10 kilograms this time.”

He didn’t talk about the price.

It’s impolite.

Aren’t they 청렴결백한 [Cheongryeom-gyeolbaekhan – upright and honest] Korean journalists who regard gold as 돌같이 [dol-gachi – like a stone, worthless]?

Their expressions didn’t change when they saw the gold.

They are professionals after all.

I thought they had to have that level of poker face.

But Jeong-hoon saw their hands trembling slightly,

He saw their breathing quickening.

No one is not fascinated by the beautiful golden feast.

“The condition you mentioned earlier, is that all? To be silent?”

It was a much more polite tone.

“Yes. And please take good care of the Shinhwa Group, which will be launched soon.”

“Shinhwa Group…… The name is 멋있습니다 [meosissseumnida – cool/stylish/wonderful].”

Chief Editor Choi Dae-jung laughed heartily.

“Please take good care of us. Then this friend will take good care of you so that you are not uncomfortable. Have a good time.”

When Jeong-hoon finished speaking, Kang Sang-cheol grabbed the microphone with an excited expression.

“Hello? I will take responsibility for the excitement of the teachers today. It’s an honor.”

The music rang out, women came in, and Jeong-hoon left the scene.

And he sent a text message.

He left a text message to Kang Sang-cheol to record how they eat and play.

Kwak Hyun-soo was waiting.

On the way home in a Rolls Royce, a text message came.

[It’s proceeding as planned.]

In the end, it was money.

The reason they praise Ilsong, the reason they are loyal to them, and the reason they are afraid of them.

They had been hostile to him until now.

They immediately switched their attitude with just 10kg of gold.

Making them his allies was too easy for Jeong-hoon.

It was money that piled up even if he spent it.

The Legend Company headquarters in the United States was recording amazing returns every time.

It invested in promising ventures and earned basic returns of hundreds of times.

The situation was different from Legend Company’s Korean branch, which was full of deficits.

Shinhwa Finance, which pioneered a new market for high-interest lending, swept up huge amounts of cash.

Shinhwa Securities was also growing rapidly by trading as Jeong-hoon taught them.

The land price in Gongju was also rising, and Joongbu Construction was also 승승장구 [seungseungjanggu – rapidly advancing/victorious] after changing its name to Shinhwa Group.

Shinhwa Heavy Industries and Shinhwa Mipo Shipbuilding were also sailing smoothly.

Jeong-hoon thought that he should declare the official launch of the group after this acquisition battle was over.

***

Jeong-hoon called Song Cheol-ho of Ilsong Group.

“Chairman, let’s meet.”

“Do I have a reason to meet you?”

“There’s no reason not to meet, is there?”

“네 이노옴! [Ne Inom! – An angry and disrespectful way to address someone of lower status]”

Jeong-hoon did not react at all to Song Cheol-ho’s angry roar.

“I’m not deaf. Chairman.”

“Hahaha. Anyway, you’re a born 배포 [baepo – guts/nerve].”

“I’ll visit you.”

“Okay, come to the group’s main building this Sunday.”

As promised, he went to the Ilsong Group’s main building on Sunday.

There weren’t many people because it was Sunday.

After parking the car in the underground parking lot and going up to the first floor lobby, a middle-aged man came and greeted him.

“I’m Han Hyun-dong, the chief of staff.”

He went up to the chairman’s office with Hyun-soo, who had come along for security reasons.

Old and outdated furniture and sofas.

The simple and modest appearance was somewhat unexpected.

It was a shabby atmosphere to think of it as the chairman’s office of Ilsong Group.

The common assessment that he was more interested in power than money was true.

“Sit down!”

“Have you been well?”

“I haven’t been well thanks to you. What’s going on?”

“I came to say hello. Thanks to you, Chairman, I acquired Daehan Heavy Industries, no, Shinhwa Heavy Industries well. Thank you.”

Song Cheol-ho’s eyebrows twitched briefly.

“Hahaha, you, are you here to pick a fight? The joke is too much.”

“What are you going to do with Seonjae Heavy Industries? Are you going to manipulate the documents and get it cheap?”

“Well, I don’t like people touching my things, so I’m thinking of preventing the bidding altogether.”

“Is that a threat?”

“What threat? I only threaten when the opponent is at my level. It’s absurd to threaten a 애송이 [aesongi – punk/greenhorn] like you.”

Jeong-hoon felt uneasy in his cold eyes.

Sunday, not a weekday.

Even so, there were too few people in the group’s main building.

And there were no female employees at all.

Only sturdy men were seen.

‘Is it a trap?’

He didn’t think so.

No matter what, he couldn’t imagine a chaebol chairman doing something to a guest who came to his chairman’s office.

“Chief of staff!”

Song Cheol-ho shouted loudly, and he opened the door and came in.

“Is it ready?”

“Yes, Chairman. It’s almost ready.”

“Okay.”

He turned his head and looked at Jeong-hoon again.

“Ah, I’m sorry. I had something I was preparing. So, you want to make the Seonjae Heavy Industries bidding the highest bid?”

“Yes, isn’t that the best thing?”

“That would be good for you. It’s a loss for me because I have to compete unnecessarily and write down an expensive price. The bidding conditions will change soon, so be aware of that. Get up now.”

“Chairman, are you saying we should see this through to the end?”

Jeong-hoon asked in a low voice.

Song Cheol-ho’s momentum changed.

He said in a low voice with a cold look.

“Listen, Jeong-hoon! I always do my best. I eliminate the sprouts no matter how insignificant the opponent is. That’s the secret to how I got here. Hehehe.”

Song Cheol-ho’s cold smile bothered him.

He looked at Kwak Hyun-soo. It was clear that he also felt a strange energy.

He had a stiff expression.

“I hope you don’t regret it.”

“Puhaha, okay, I understand. But you won’t even be able to regret it.”

Song Cheol-ho, who was making a bold statement, gave Jeong-hoon a cold smile.

‘You still don’t have a clue. Your era will end soon.’

He got up from his seat.

“I don’t know what kind of gift you prepared, but thank you.”

“What gift? Go carefully. Thank you for making this old man have fun so far.”

“Yes, Chairman. I’ll send you a gift soon too.”

He left the chairman’s office, took the elevator, and went down to the underground parking lot.

“Are you ready?”

Jeong-hoon said, and he nodded.

The elevator was full of tension.

The sound of swallowing was so loud that it was silent.

The two took a deep breath.

A sound that broke the silence.

-Ding

The elevator door opened slowly.

The Genius Grandson of the Cash King Becomes a Chaebol