Episode 625. How to Negotiate (2)

• American Hunter Association Chairman Ackerman’s bombshell statement. Forces exist on the hidden side of the world, slandering Lee Hoyeon.

• Angela Guild. They will help Chairman Ackerman clear the genius mage’s name of wrongful accusations….

Lee Hoyeon nodded, looking at his smartwatch.

The work he had done wandering around for three days had paid off.

Finally, people started speaking the truth.

“As expected, sincerity finds a way through.”

Lee Hoyeon’s sincere persuasion had worked.

It’s a truly pleasant thing when someone appears to support you.

As expected of VIPs selected by Pandemic, every word they spoke carried weight.

Of course, there were still numerous high-ranking officials who were brainwashed, but the brainwashing that altered consciousness and the VIPs whose lives were on the line differed in their desperation.

They could not say why destroying the black pillars was bad.

It wasn’t strong brainwashing, just a change of consciousness.

However, the VIPs risked their lives to defend Lee Hoyeon.

Lee Hoyeon’s image improving again would be quick.

Seeing the effects already emerging, it’s surely only a matter of time.

“But it’s already been three days.”

It had been three days since arriving in America.

Three days was longer than expected, and most of the important figures among the VIPs listed in the ledger could be met.

Moreover, the work in Korea and France seemed to be finished.

Lee Hoyeon checked other news.

• Under the leadership of Mage Im Sol and the Victoria Academy student, the black pillars existing in Korea all collapsed. The media, initially negative, little by little… following the changing atmosphere abroad.

• Starting with the Iris Guild, the Wizard Association, and even the American Hunter Association. The image of the black pillars is gradually reversing. Did Mage Lee Hoyeon anticipate this situation? Mage Lee Hoyeon remains silent.

• The black pillars in France have all been destroyed. Although it was led by the Iris Guild, expert interviews claiming it was Lee Hoyeon…

• [Breaking News] America shocked, France brought to its knees by the genius mage Lee Hoyeon’s insight?! The reason the US President clung to a Korean….

It was enough for the heroines to destroy the black pillars in Korea and France in three days.

Actually, I thought it would take longer, but the heroines were more competent than Lee Hoyeon thought.

When Lee Hoyeon worked alone, he had to solve everything with his own mana, but since five people worked as a team, they could share the burden, which seemed to make things easier.

Just then, a shrill voice was heard above Lee Hoyeon’s head.

[Rebecca used to curse you every time she turned on the news, but it seems that’s not the case anymore? Finally, people recognized your diligence!]

“Yeah. Something like that. I met them one-on-one and conveyed my sincerity, and they all agreed.”

Lee Hoyeon replied, looking at Liliana floating around inside the accommodation.

It was the necromancy I saw last time.

She lay in mid-air, swaying her body back and forth.

Every time that happened, her chest swayed, making it hard to keep my eyes fixed on the smartwatch.

This morning, while lying in bed, a translucent Liliana popped out from my chest.

According to her, she came to let me know that the work of destroying the black pillars was finished.

She could have just contacted me via smartwatch, so seeing her come in person, I guess she just wanted to see me.

Liliana stole a glance at the smartwatch that Lee Hoyeon was looking at and exclaimed in surprise.

[But you won’t suddenly betray me, will you?! Humans are despicable.]

“I’ve prepared for everything, so it’s fine.”

This matter had to be handled meticulously.

Not getting caught was important, but the follow-up was also crucial.

Being re-brainwashed by Maestro was also prepared for.

Telling those around me to contact Lee Hoyeon if I acted strangely was also a condition.

With this, I can track Maestro.

‘… But I don’t think he’ll try to brainwash again.’

There’s no way he wouldn’t think of what I’m thinking.

He’ll probably find another way.

Whoosh- whoosh-

Whether Lee Hoyeon pondered or not, Liliana flew around the accommodation.

It was absurd, but thanks to Liliana, my loneliness had lessened a bit.

“Liliana. What is everyone doing in Korea?”

• Nothing much. You haven’t given them any other tasks.

“Don’t worry. Things will get busy again soon.”

• I don’t care about that! So when are you coming back to Korea? I came all the way here.

“I’m going today.”

• Huh, really?!

“Yeah.”

Since my business in America is finished, I should go back.

Lee Hoyeon missed the heroines too.

• Ooh! Then I need to get ready too. I’ll order chicken in advance. Wait for me!

Liliana happily stomped her feet and poofed away.

Watching her go, Lee Hoyeon got up.

Before leaving, I should say goodbye to the Chairman.

*

The Wizard Association’s Chairman’s office.

Chairman Arthur sat on the reception sofa, sipping his coffee.

“Leaving already?”

“Yes. My business in America is all finished.”

“… Huh. This is quite amazing.”

The Chairman of the Wizard Association.

Arthur Kennedy looked at Lee Hoyeon before him as if fascinated.

Just three days ago, Lee Hoyeon’s image was at its worst.

Even though he wanted to help, he couldn’t do anything.

But what on earth did he do in just three days to change public opinion within America like this? He was incredibly curious.

It was as if he had blackmailed them….

‘No, that’s impossible.’

He had “borrowed” [Infinite Entropy], but Lee Hoyeon wasn’t that kind of bad young man.

Such a mistake could be attributed to his teacher (himself) and Im Sol’s fault.

He probably showed his vision and talent to the high-ranking officials and persuaded them.

He wondered how great his eloquence must have been.

“So, what do you plan to do with the magic tools?”

The Wizard Association, as per Lee Hoyeon’s request, had finished preparations to mass-produce the magic tools he designed.

However, magic tools require people who need them to be produced.

He needed to ask Lee Hoyeon how he wanted to promote these magic tools and to whom he wanted to provide them.

“There are still a few more people to persuade in Korea. I’ll contact you soon, so please wait a little.”

“Alright. After all, you’ve helped me a lot. I can wait as long as needed.”

“Thank you, Chairman. I will repay your trust accordingly.”

Arthur smiled with satisfaction as he watched Lee Hoyeon bow.

Lee Hoyeon, who knew his own abilities well yet was polite, was naturally likable.

‘If only there were more young men like him, the world would be more peaceful….’

*

“Is that really true? Liliana-ssi?”

“Mm-hmm. She said he’s coming today?”

Munch munch.

Liliana replied, shoving boneless chicken into her mouth.

She had ordered it for Lee Hoyeon, but after trying one piece, it was so delicious she couldn’t stop eating it.

She could just order more when Lee Hoyeon arrived, so it was fine.

“That’s great. Daeun-yang. When ‘Baby Daddy’ arrives, let’s tell him how hard we worked.”

“Yes. Rebecca-ssi. I will definitely tell him how much you tried…”

“Aww. So good. So good. Oh, right, speaking of which, who’s turn is it to sleep with him tonight? If I can’t remember, let’s just say I’m the most urgent one….”

While Liliana was engrossed in the chicken and Nam Daeun nodded, Rebecca naturally changed the sleeping order.

“We can worry about the order later, Rebecca-nim. For now, he needs to rest from his travels.”

However, today, Scarlet, who was sitting at the table, ruined Rebecca’s plan.

Normally, it was time for her to go to work, but Scarlet hadn’t left and was staying put.

She would deny it, but it was obviously because of Lee Hoyeon.

“Scarlet-yang. Your reaction feels different from before. Not going to work because you’re waiting for ‘Baby Daddy’… Something’s suspicious.”

“Huh? What are you talking about…”

“I have good intuition. Did you perhaps do something strange with ‘Baby Daddy’ behind our backs?”

“… I need to use the restroom for a moment.”

“Scarlet-yang?”

Rebecca blinked at Scarlet, who had suddenly left.

Seeing her blush at the last moment, she must have been hiding something, but nothing came to mind.

Just then, Liliana placed chicken on Rebecca’s plate and said.

“Rebecca. Don’t be angry, just try some chicken. It’s really delicious.”

“Mm-hmm. Unnie! The chicken is delicious.”

“Hey. Nam Dahee. Eat moderately. I bought this, you know.”

“Liliana-ssi. I’ll order more. Dahee too, please share a little.”

“Hmm. If Daeun says so….

Nam Daeun smiled and ordered another chicken.

Every time she saw her younger sister Nam Dahee laughing, she couldn’t help but smile, and just seeing everyone talk harmoniously made her truly happy.

‘Now only one more person needs to come.’

Nam Daeun looked at the empty seat and checked her smartwatch.

He said he was returning to Korea today, so wouldn’t he be here soon?

Ttiriring-

Just then, the sound of the front door opening was heard.

Since all the women were inside the house, there was only one person who could enter.

Nam Daeun hurriedly walked to the front door.

“Hoyeon!”

“I’m home. Daeun looks even prettier after not seeing her for three days.”

Lee Hoyeon pulled the approaching Nam Daeun into a hug.

She charged right at him, headfirst into his chest, so he couldn’t help but embrace her.

She must have had a hard time during the three days he was gone.

Lee Hoyeon, taking off his outer coat, looked inside and said.

“Everyone is inside, I see?”

“Yeah. They seem to be waiting because you were coming.”

Nam Daeun naturally took Lee Hoyeon’s coat, and Lee Hoyeon entered the living room.

As he entered the living room, the first person he saw was Rebecca, sitting at the table, who waved.

“Baby Daddy!”

“I’m back, Rebecca-ssi.”

“Mmm. Mmm-hmm. Mmm!”

“You finish eating first.”

Lee Hoyeon stroked Liliana’s head and sat down.

Then, Scarlet, who approached at some point, greeted him.

“You worked hard. Hoyeon-nim.”

“You worked hard too, Scarlet. Your handling of hell’s mana seems to have become more familiar?”

“… Thank you.”

“Scarlet-yang. Your reaction has indeed become girlish. Still, I’m first in line.”

“… We can discuss that later, Hoyeon-nim. Now that you’re back, do you plan to rest for a while?”

“I’d like to, but there’s so much to do.

I have to meet some important people.”

Lee Hoyeon checked his smartwatch.

On the way here, I had also contacted Surin noona.

The attack will begin soon, so before then, I plan to release the high-ranking officials in Korea from their brainwashing as much as possible.

In the original work, Victoria Academy is in Korea, and many important events occur in Korea.

If it becomes easier to move around in Korea, it will also be easier to handle matters.

“You want to taste power too?”

“Be quiet, Liliana. But where’s my chicken? You said you’d prepare it, what if you ate it all yourself.”

Lee Hoyeon ignored Liliana’s nonsense, sat at the table, and reached for the chicken.

Meeting the heroines after three days made him feel good too.

“Hoyeon. I ordered more, so it’ll be here soon.”

“As expected, it’s only you, Daeun.”

“Baby Daddy. Something more important than that. You have to admit that I’m the most urgent.”

“… What?”

“You can ignore her. Hoyeon-nim.”

Scarlet, as if nothing had happened, brought Lee Hoyeon tea, and Lee Hoyeon, after a long time, had to adjust to the noisy atmosphere.