We Do Business In Full Auto [EN]: Chapter 94

094

Negotiation (2)

“Ha! You expect me to believe that!?”

Mumbling, mumbling.

The venue buzzed with noise.

In fact, android technology was a field that had been researched for a long time.

With the development of AI, artificial intelligence robots that replace humans in labor or simple tasks will be able to do so in the near future.

In fact, technologies such as AI robots taking over checkout counters and serving customers are already emerging in foreign countries.

However, many believed that creating androids with complex structures and appearances similar to real people was still decades away. So, the claim that it’s now possible is met with disbelief.

It was something expected in the near future, but when told it was actually happening, people were skeptical.

I was gaining a reputation as a rare genius scientist in Korea, believed to have already accumulated considerable technology in various fields.

“It is possible. No, it’s already in the final stages of experimentation.”

“Show me the proof!”

“Alright. I will prove the theory that full auto management is possible. At the same time, I will hold a tasting event to prove that my claims to improve the taste and quality of the lunch boxes are not empty words.”

“When?”

“Let’s resume negotiations tomorrow with proof. So, everyone, please go back and wait. The demonstration will be conducted publicly.”

The venue buzzed again.

Since I was so confident, continuing the protest here seemed unreasonable.

“We’ll see.”

Clap clap!

“Let’s wrap it up.”

“Don’t think it’s over.”

“We’ll see tomorrow.”

Lee Seo-bok began to clean up the venue.

As the venue was being cleaned, Lee Seul-gi said in a rather worried voice.

“President, I can guarantee the taste of the lunch boxes, but is it true that androids have been developed?”

“It’s true.”

“…Really?”

“Yes. It’s in the experimental stage. It’s at a level where it can perform complex functions. The problem is achieving realistic human-like skin. We are currently replacing silicone with protein synthetic materials.”

“Wow. Is that possible?”

“It’s possible.”

‘In black magic.’

I omitted the rest.

Implementing skin with a texture similar to that of humans is impossible with modern science. Even if skin were transplanted, the cost of making androids using artificial tissues would be astronomical. Even if it were possible with current technology, the cost would prevent commercialization.

So it was no wonder that Lee Seul-gi was shocked.

“The price of androids must be enormous?”

“It will be cheaper than labor costs, so we can rent them to convenience stores. If it’s half the labor cost, wouldn’t everyone want to do it?”

“Not all employees will be replaced by androids right away.”

“That’s right. They’ll be watching the situation. Anyway, we can’t mass-produce them, so we can replace them slowly.”

What I’m trying to do is show a vision for the future.

As time goes by, I’ll get the hang of it and be able to make more androids. Even if that’s not the case, if I challenge the 6th Circle [a level of magical attainment] and succeed, mass production will be possible.

People are more suspicious than they look, so they won’t need a large number of androids right away.

“Was all that calculated?”

“I always plan and move, you know.”

“You’re amazing.”

“It’s the basics of management.”

The situation has been resolved for now.

However, if things go wrong in tomorrow’s negotiations, a fierce protest was predicted.

Around the time I was leaving work.

I was about to go home when a guest came to visit.

It was Han Cheol-soo, the head of H Group.

“Welcome, Director Han.”

“Hahaha. It’s quiet considering you’ve stirred up a lot of trouble today, huh?”

“That’s what leaving work is like. It’s not an appropriate time to do something.”

“You’re right. I expected you to cause an accident, but an android.”

“Would you like a cup of tea?”

“Sure. I have something to report.”

The report would be about the expansion of the US military base.

Since I was the prime contractor, it was natural for the subcontractor to come and report.

Lee Seul-gi, who was preparing to leave work with me, brought two cups of coffee.

“Secretary Lee, would you like a cup too?”

“How can I join this *jari* [formal meeting or gathering]?”

“You’re a senior executive of our company, so you can join. Isn’t that right, Director Han?”

“Hahaha. If you say so, then that’s it.”

“Then, I’ll just stand here.”

“Suit yourself.”

Han Cheol-soo lived up to his name.

Even the cold Lee Seul-gi seemed nervous.

“Then I’ll start with the report. The demolition work is in progress, but if you help, it seems like it can be processed faster.”

“Demolition work, you mean.”

“Is it possible?”

“It’s possible if it’s just breaking and cleaning up.”

“That’s exactly what I want. I’ve already withdrawn the main equipment.”

“Then there’s nothing difficult. I’ll clean it up in two days.”

“Two days?”

“Please pay 150,000 won per *pyeong* [a Korean unit of area, approximately 3.3 square meters].”

“Good. I’ll do that.”

It was about 3 billion won [approximately $2.5 million USD].

It was not a burdensome amount for H Group, which was in charge of the entire construction. I’m happy to have some extra income.

If I put in 700 undead, it would be possible in one day, not two.

It was good to have a lot of manpower to put in. No matter what I do, I can get it done in an instant.

“Can I sell the scrap metal?”

“Isn’t that a common practice?”

“I’ll get about 500 million won [approximately $420,000 USD] in extra income.”

“If you dig up that place and turn it into a wasteland, you’ll get more than that, won’t you?”

“It’s a pretty good side income.”

“Hahaha. You’re the only one who would say that.”

Lee Seul-gi was quietly listening to our conversation, but she looked quite surprised.

I guess she didn’t expect my relationship with Director Han to be this close. We were closer than she thought.

“Did you see the news today?”

“Did I what?”

“I’m a little worried. Is it possible to make an android of that level?”

“It’s possible.”

“I thought it might be possible for you, but I can’t believe it.”

“It’s basically at a level where it can respond. You don’t need a lot of skill for a convenience store part-time job, do you?”

“That’s right. There’s almost no physical work.”

“The strength is stronger than that of an adult male, and the appearance is similar to that of a human. It can respond, greet, and calculate accurately. Additionally, there is cleaning and organizing the shelves.”

“Is everything possible?”

“If it weren’t possible, I wouldn’t have said it publicly.”

Clap clap clap!

“You’re right!”

Han Cheol-soo clapped like a seal [enthusiastically].

He had no choice but to praise the technology that was at least 10 years more advanced.

Lee Seul-gi, who was listening to the story, looked surprised again.

The fact that he was saying that to Han Cheol-soo meant that he was confident in his technology.

“What about the lunch boxes? Is it really possible to improve the quality and taste?”

“You should ask the manager here about that.”

“You don’t mean you’ve tasted it?”

“Your wife’s skills were extraordinary. She used natural preservatives, and even though she didn’t use domestic products to match the price, she created food that was several times more delicious than it is now.”

“Even if it’s refrigerated and turned around [leftovers]?”

“Yes.”

“That’s great. You have a good wife.”

“I’m amazing at marriage.”

“Is that so? A beautiful appearance, a British royal background, and excellent skills.”

“Her heart is also as soft as silk.”

“Hahaha! You’re a henpecked husband!”

“Hehe. Isn’t bragging about my wife my pleasure? My daughters are geniuses too.”

“Is Soo-ah also a genius?”

“Not as much as Soo-jeong, but if a child who is over a year old can communicate with adults, you have to see her as a genius.”

“Heo [an expression of surprise].”

“She also goes to the bathroom on her own.”

“Your genes are excellent. If you give birth, you’re a genius.”

“Well. I don’t know if I’m lucky or if my wife’s genes are excellent.”

It was definitely unusual to have two geniuses.

A beautiful wife and genius daughters. In fact, my wife’s mind is also extraordinary. Even if she’s not a genius, she’s at the level of a gifted child.

Or she’s hiding that she’s a genius.

Maybe the latter is more likely.

“I think my head is the worst in the family.”

“Hey. You’re also a genius. Everyone in the world thinks so.”

“I’m just lucky.”

Is having a talent for black magic also in the category of genius?

I don’t know about that.

“If mass production becomes possible, I would like our group to purchase it.”

“The price is quite high, and mass production is not yet possible.”

“If mass production becomes possible.”

“I’ll sell it to H Group first.”

“Thank you.”

“What’s the problem between us? Let’s continue to build a win-win relationship.”

“Hehe. I feel reassured.”

In the end, Han Cheol-soo’s goal is this.

He’s coveting my android.

It can be used not only for commercial purposes but also for military purposes.

Once androids are commercialized, it was obvious that it would cause a huge social ripple. Of course, to do that, I had to raise my *gyeongji* [realm; level of mastery].

I couldn’t commercialize it if I produced it like I do now.

“Have you thought about the price?”

“I don’t know yet. I’m thinking of selling it for about 1 billion won [approximately $840,000 USD].”

“1 billion won. It’s still too difficult for the general public to use.”

“It will take quite a while for that to happen.”

It was not something that could be produced in a factory, so it was natural.

If I reached the 6th Circle, it would be possible to produce it like that, so I had to spend my remaining time reading and researching the *Juhaebon* [annotated scriptures or texts].

There were other reasons to reach the 6th Circle.

‘Other black magicians.’

Among the humans who have learned black magic, there were few who had normal thoughts. Even Rin was like that. It’s because she’s *guisok* [subordinate; bound] to me, but if I had left her alone, she would have become a very dangerous person. Such humans were lurking somewhere, and it was obvious that they would block my events or threaten my life in the future, so I had to raise my *gyeongji* [realm; level of mastery].

Maybe there are people doing similar businesses to me.

“The era of full auto is near.”

“That’s my goal.”

I smiled, revealing my teeth slightly.

The next morning.

Yesterday, I trained with Soo-jeong until dawn.

One thing I regret while training is that the concentration of black magic is low.

I thought that the black magic was full when I first trained in the cemetery, but after going to the catacombs, I realized that it was a drop in the bucket.

I still wanted to run to France.

The reputation of the catacombs, called the hell of reality or the entrance to hell, was not absurd at all. It’s the perfect place to train.

I think I’ll have to visit France again once I get the enlightenment to reach the 6th Circle. I don’t know when that will be.

I woke up because of the smell vibrating in the house.

“Are you awake?”

“What’s this smell from the morning?”

“I tried making *jeyuk* [spicy stir-fried pork] once.”

“*Jeyuk* [spicy stir-fried pork]?”

“Isn’t *jeyuk* [spicy stir-fried pork], along with fried foods, the core of the lunch box?”

“Wow. When did you do that research?”

“Soo-jeong told me.”

Soo-jeong was still half asleep, but she didn’t forget to draw a V with her fingers.

“Would you like to try it?”