Chapter 48

◈ Chapter 48. However, hiding is futile (2)

I didn’t try to hide it meticulously.

I just did what I was supposed to do.

So, I don’t boast about my achievements.

But hiding the truth is also...

not in line with the attitude of a noble.

‘In the end, it’s because of my tiresome personality.’

I glanced at my smartphone and picked up my teacup.

Click—

“You’re really making a fuss.”

Truly, a rather bland observation.

If it were the old me.

Tea time, my ass.

My heart would have been pounding so hard that I wouldn’t have been able to sleep.

Explosive, no, even that’s not enough.

It was a level of impact akin to a nuclear explosion.

First, the video of the battle against the great evil released by Gaon.

‘I never thought it would be recorded.’

It was originally for the purpose of analyzing the monster’s patterns, right?

Thanks to my appearance being captured by chance, I ended up doing the work.

I still vividly remember the startled expression of the reporter, Jeong Man-seok, when I mentioned it.

“It’s just a matter of believing.”

I sounded like a cult leader.

But is it something easy to believe?

That I have the authority of the Yusra Kingdom.

That I achieved something monumental in the Yusra Kingdom and built a vast network and influence based on that achievement.

At this point, such a monumental achievement?

If a reporter has any sense.

They would have figured it out by then.

That I saved the Yusra Kingdom from the great evil.

The protagonist of the world-level message.

So, it’s natural not to believe.

The great evil, the Greed of the Seven Sins.

It was a level 650, demon-type monster.

“Ultimately, it was just a petty demon.”

I can say it boldly now.

But without the help of the Ryan Heart Knights, Gaon, and the Berserker...

I wouldn’t have found it in the vast golden palace, and even if I did, I would have run out of mana and couldn’t have fought properly.

However, only I know the details.

Moreover, thanks to the editing.

The me in the video looked strong, even to me.

It felt a bit like watching a hero movie.

Yes, everything was good.

...Except for one thing.

‘Damn black history.’

This damn mouth of mine is always a problem...

[It’s time to correct the wrongs. Nameless king.]

Hakuna, it’s time to correct your wrongs.

When will it be my turn to correct my black history?

Most humiliating of all.

The video decorated all kinds of portal sites, including Netube.

What does that mean?

It means that people with mixed feelings sent me messages.

- Hahaha, you bastard

A message with a video link attached.

My nemesis, Lee Ye-rim.

- Yeol, you’re getting cooler and cooler?

- But how long are you going to stick with that middle school syndrome concept?

- Actually, it seems to be working well~ Good reactions~

Number 2, Lee Ji-yoon, sent three messages.

- Youngest! You’re looking more and more reliable, it’s a pleasure to see^^ Arang says you’re like a prince! She asks how many times a day she can see you.

Big sister, Lee Eun-hye.

...Yes, big sister is kind.

Even if she didn’t mean it that way.

‘...Arang, don’t think about seeing your uncle for a while.’

The attached photo.

Arang smiling happily at the TV showing me.

The feeling of my black history being exposed to my nephew.

This embarrassment is indescribable.

Of course, I don’t show any of it.

With an unbending posture.

I replied calmly, almost reverently.

- It’s all thanks to the support of my sisters.

Damn, manners and etiquette.

Being polite to my older sisters is natural.

Immediately, my nemesis’s message came up.

- Do the sisters really think you’re crazy?

...Enough.

Talking more would only make me more tired.

Still, it was fortunate.

The long message from big sister that followed.

- Mom and Dad seemed to be relieved after seeing you this time! They were worried, even if they didn’t say it out loud.

At least, thanks to my pride, I didn’t make the family worry.

I’m a filial son today.

‘From now on, I only need to worry about myself.’

I was pouring oil on the rising flames.

‘Why, the Myth Guild, I mean.’

The Myth Guild was paying the price for their actions that offended me.

They were getting the backlash they deserved for hiding behind the media.

“But it’s not enough.”

Of course, the netizens’ comment bombardment alone is not enough.

‘If it weren’t for that interview.’

I wouldn’t have had to suffer such humiliation.

I calmly tilted my teacup and sharpened the blade of my revenge.

I will return this humiliation several times over...

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The broadcasters were in the middle of a power struggle.

Who would be the first to put a camera in front of Lee Ho-yeol!

Lee Ho-yeol’s current popularity is indescribable.

Just by featuring him alone in a shot.

A minimum of 20% viewership is guaranteed.

However.

“Unless it’s for the sake of ratings...”

“Who would want to crawl into a tiger’s den?”

“His already prickly personality will only get worse.”

Would anyone dare to step forward rashly?

Lee Ho-yeol, who was already difficult to interview.

It turns out he was strong enough to take down a level 650 monster alone.

Moreover, he publicly expressed his discomfort, unlike before.

PD Hyun Yong-seok of Today’s Arcana.

Famously obsessed with ratings, even he had to back down this time.

“It’s not long since our Jong-jin almost died in a helicopter. I can’t send him to certain death again. I’ll hold back this time, Jong-jin.”

If even Hyun Yong-seok is backing down.

There’s no need to mention the other broadcasters.

Give up on Lee Ho-yeol.

But they weren’t just going to sit on their hands.

Not as enthusiastic as for Lee Ho-yeol, but in a completely different direction...

There was a place where ratings were guaranteed.

“So, what’s the response from the Myth Group headquarters?”

Myth Group building.

The photo line was filled with cameras and reporters from various broadcasters.

The Myth Guild, which had been publicly attacked by Lee Ho-yeol.

The Myth Guild is essentially a subsidiary of the Myth Group.

Click—

A reporter who was testing the flash muttered.

“Not ordinary at all. The Myth Group.”

“Indeed. I never thought they would go for a frontal assault.”

“After all, we ordinary people can’t keep up with the players’ minds.”

The master of the Myth Guild, Baek Eun-sul.

She immediately responded to Lee Ho-yeol’s interview.

──

[Breaking News] Myth Guild’s Baek Eun-sul, “I will go to Lee Ho-yeol.”

──

Even upon rewatching, it’s a jaw-dropping attitude.

Ah— Opening her mouth.

The anchor, who was reviewing the script, said to the director.

“She admitted it outright? All the underhanded tactics and schemes were theirs. Well, it’s a fact that those who knew already knew...”

“If they wanted to deny it, they could have denied it to the end. Look at our broadcaster. The Myth guys have a tight grip on the higher-ups.”

“Indeed, the newsroom was filled with groans. ‘What are we, a punching bag?’”

With public opinion already turned against them, a frontal assault?

“Maybe they have some confidence?”

The anchor mumbled, and the director replied.

“Ah, is this the first time you’re seeing Baek Eun-sul?”

“...Yes? Yes, it’s the first time I’m seeing her in person.”

“Then, it’s understandable. Take a look later.”

“Huh? What should I look at?”

“You’ll see where her confidence comes from.”

“...?”

A response that only made the question bigger.

But the question didn’t last long.

“Hey! She’s coming out!”

Click—!

Soon, Baek Eun-sul appeared in front of the photo line.

A shower of flashbulbs.

But Baek Eun-sul didn’t flinch once.

The coat draped over her shoulder.

The daring outfit visible below.

But more striking than the outfit, her appearance.

Baek Eun-sul.

Where does her confidence come from?

The anchor realized it the moment she saw Baek Eun-sul.

‘...This goes beyond just being pretty.’

She was captivating.

There was something about her that could charm people.

It was enough to make her forget her own job.

The director nudged the anchor, who was in a daze.

- What are you doing? The cue sign is down!

“...!”

Only then did the anchor regain her composure and speak.

“Yes, I’m here in front of the Myth Group headquarters!”

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The mage tower.

Even at the portal, Baek Eun-sul was surrounded by a crowd.

The reporters might have backed off, but the Netube players followed.

For them, this was a big piece of content to attract viewers.

Why, it was obvious from the start.

“I’ve been through the grind with the Myth Guild guys more times than I can count! No, don’t fake it? How did you know?”

Extremes.

Lee Ho-yeol, at the peak of his popularity.

The Myth Guild, equally at the bottom of public favor.

No matter the outcome.

It’s a win-win situation.

For the Netube players, there couldn’t be a better opportunity.

- It’s funny that this is a hot topic lol

- Really, what do you think of Lee Ho-yeol? Everyone

- Is being the master of the Myth Guild and