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Chapter 208
Once, Lee Sang-byeok said something.
“Cheol-ong, back in the day, our old man told me something. Listen—it’s a masterpiece.”
In his youth, he was busy earning wealth.
In middle age, he focused on protecting it.
In old age, he devoted himself to enjoying it.
Ė núḿ а.i d
“Ha! Isn’t that amazing? He didn’t just spend money—he devoted himself to enjoying it. Our old man was extraordinary. Right?”
For reference, “the old man” here is Lee Sang-byeok’s father.
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Lee Shin’s great-grandfather. Even though he was always called “old man,” he was one of the few people that the genius Lee Sang-byeok truly respected.
That’s why the best spot in the LeeDo Group chairman’s office displays his father’s last will. If you think about it, Lee Shin also got opportunities thanks to that teaching.
The reason this was mentioned suddenly is simple: lately, Lee Sang-byeok feels exactly like his father.
Using money can be this joyful!
Е̌ń u̇ m̀ǎ.і̄ d
“Hahahahaha!! Did you just see that, Cheol-ong?!”
“Jong-pil and that kid, Yu-shin, are beating the crap out of the kids’ heads.”
“That’s my guild. I, Lee Sang-byeok’s guild. Puhahaha!”
As Mir Guild rose to the major league, the top floors of LeeDo Group, where Chairman Lee Sang-byeok operates, underwent multiple renovations.
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The small meeting rooms and occasionally used bedrooms were completely remodeled, replaced with screens and audio systems. It was now almost like a theater.
Exactly. All of it was solely to enjoy Mir Guild’s matches more comfortably.
W_e̊ b̂n оv̂ е l̆ Еn u m̃ a
Sipping soju with pickled cabbage while watching Mir Guild crush their opponents like rats was Sang-byeok’s recent joy.
Wait—why “multiple times”?
Here’s why.
“Hmm, but the sound isn’t great, is it? The thumping doesn’t move my heart. Lacks liveliness. That’s our electronics, right? Tsk, nowadays they just make smartphones and neglect basics like this.”
“I’ll fix it immediately.”
“See, the competition raid is the day after tomorrow. You take responsibility and get it ready. Make it spectacular too. How can those who can’t even handle sound conquer the world? Tsk.”
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Clearly, witnessing the opening match live from the VVIP seats had a huge impact.
Recreating that thrill and excitement, it was natural that something felt 2% off.
But what can you do?
Why would Sang-byeok worry? Just reproduce the excitement.
Thanks to that, as you can see, nearly three matches’ worth of equipment—worth hundreds of millions—was replaced.
Well, for Sang-byeok, that was “money that doesn’t feel like money.” So, compared to what I’m about to say next, it was just a minor pleasure.
Е ň u̇ m̄ а̄. iḋ
One day, while watching a match, he noticed the cheering tools weren’t uniform.
“Today’s match is fun too, but that—those—have been bothering me, I can’t concentrate. Shouldn’t there be consistency?”
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“Come to think of it, Cheol-ong, you know the fan club president, right? Tell them to fix it. I’ll pay.”
By the next round, the Dragon Fans on TV held uniform cheering sticks.
The latest model, sparkling in seven colors and controllable via Bluetooth.
Seeing the uniform lights through the TV, Sang-byeok was satisfied.
Ѐ n̆ u m̃.а̊ .і́_d̂
“Now, this looks better. It’s great when gathered together, right?”
But human greed has no limits, and neither does the world of matching aesthetics.
Once the lights were uniform, another desire arose.
“Hmm, we need points—flashy points. You know, the kind that looks cool. Cheol-ong, think with your fashion team.”
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By the next round, the Dragon Fans on TV had scarves around their necks—never seen before.
White & sky-blue with gold-threaded dragons representing the team.
Е́ nŭ mа̃
“Ha! Perfect. I love it.”
Now that the scarves were in, indoor climate control was essential.
Air conditioning and heating were maxed out using the stadium support fund.
When flowers and fireworks from victories in the Dragon Palace were considered insufficient, he upgraded them to a full-blown fireworks festival.
The phrase “late-blooming fandom is scary” was no exaggeration.
Once obsessed, Lee Sang-byeok was unstoppable.
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The “observer” issue relieved fans’ frustrations.
The person controlling in-gate cameras is called an “observer” in the industry—a critical factor in match enjoyment.
However, Mir matches’ observers had a reputation for being subpar.
― No! Why zoom like that? We couldn’t see the kids’ performance at all.
― Ha… exhausting. How many times have we replayed highlights?
― League 3, League 2—same person, right? This year it’s particularly bad.
Е nũḿ_а̇
― Could it be a spy?
― !!
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― It’s possible…!
Of course, it wasn’t a spy.
This person had worked with the league since League 3.
The pace of Mir matches was simply so absurdly fast that they couldn’t keep up.
Ẽ.n u m.а̇
Even after hearing this, Sang-byeok couldn’t understand…
“Wait, Cheol-ong, so that observer’s skills are limited, right? Then put them where they fit. Why keep them there?”
“The broadcasting staff are running it carelessly. Do they think I gave them my hard-earned money to operate sloppily?”
Mir Guild’s matches are famous for the highest production costs in the entire league—easily double that of 2nd-place Kirin Guild.
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All thanks to Lee Sang-byeok and LeeDo Group’s generosity.
“Use as much money as you want, just maintain quality.”
W е̌ b́ ńо̌ v̌e l É n um a
Naturally, production staff had ample incentives.
If they couldn’t maintain quality despite the funds, they had to step down.
As expected, from the next round onward, the observer issue was fully resolved.
Other various issues and conveniences were also addressed.
In just half a season.
At this level of investment, any Dragon Fans not noticing would be a fool.
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― Haha [Photo] Got the socks—‘that person’ again, right?
― Yup, God-bridge installment technique sleeves tucked ㄷㄷ
― ??: “Isn’t dressing the fan part of fandom??”
― ??: “Fandom is done with money, right? (7th richest in the world).”
― ㅠ The installment scarf turned out perfectly. Why are our kids’ photos unchanged ㅠ? You know Su-bin and Yeon-woo are tall, right ㅠㅠ
― ??: “Noted.”
Ẅ_е̄ b̊ n̄ оvе̇l̂ E num а̀
― Hahaha noted, lol
― Lol, vicarious satisfaction incoming, hahaha
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The guild and fans change day by day.
As money is poured in, results improve, and fan cheers grow, the players repay them with performance.
A perfect virtuous cycle.
Had any of Lee Sang-byeok’s businesses ever received such applause?
Еn̂û ḿа . i̊_d̆
No. Even well-meaning charity foundations faced accusations of tax evasion. Discounted items were criticized as defective.
But this guild was pure.
Could applause and enjoyment be so genuine?
For Lee Sang-byeok, usually called a miser, money grubber, and cursed by all, it was a small shock.
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The feeling he hadn’t experienced in years—yes, this was fun. Joy. Happiness.
“I never understood those who do bonsai-like collections.”
Ёn u m̆а
“You said why spend money on something you can’t eat or play with?”
“I must have been wrong. Just watching this is immensely fun.”
“If the chairman enjoys it, that’s my joy. Time for exercise. Here’s water and the Woojin Dan pack.”
“Ha ha, thanks. Lately, I feel younger because of this guild. Fantastic.”
His father’s words were right.
Once he began spending money joyfully, life became joyful.
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It brought laughter to the laughterless final years, and fuel to his worn-out heart.
A life growing younger day by day.
What is a better thing in old age?
Even in reality, Lee Sang-byeok looked years younger on the treadmill.
“Chairman, Lord Lee Shin asks if there’s a spare yacht.”
“Why a yacht?”
Е̃ n̆ ů m a
“The whole guild plans to go on vacation during this break. If there’s a decent yacht, they want to borrow it.”
“Let’s see. The break starts the day after the Kirin match, right?”
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“Yes.”
“Noted.”
“Chairman…?”
“Hehe, just trying it out.”
Wе́b̄ n̂ о v ӗl̇ Еn u m̌ а̄
Lose: yacht. Win: cruise.
That’s how he decided it.
Mir Guild’s Breaking Vacation was planned this way.
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“Waaaah~!”
“Woooaaaah!!”
W е bn.ó v̀ ël. Е n̄úm̃ â
Children in swimsuits ran into the outdoor pool. The giant slides, the long lazy river, and the various attractions of the water park were already filled with squealing kids.
Some mothers were enjoying the warm sunlight from second-floor sunbeds, keeping an eye on their children.
“Kids, don’t run! You’ll get hurt!”
“Kyeong-ah Mom, put some cream on me.”
“Hah, the sea breeze is refreshing, the view is amazing, it’s just perfect.”
Even the ocean-view deck restaurant was already full.
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Korean, Chinese, Western, Japanese cuisine—chefs from every branch of LeeDo Hotel had been carefully selected to handle all meals for the day.
“Honey, try this. The LeeDo Hotel kitchen team came here for the trip, and it’s no joke.”
“The sushi is amazing, I need to order more.”
“Hah, eating like this will make me gain weight, but it’s too delicious to stop.”
“It’s not just an ocean view, it’s the ocean itself. There’s no way food here could taste bad.”
Then, cheers rang out.
W̊e bń о v̀ ě l̃ Е̂ǹ umа
Woooaaah!!
Kyaaah!!
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“Huh? What’s that sound?”
“It’s the kids’ dads, see? On the jet skis over there.”
“Kids, huh?”
Not wrong. It might look a bit childish.
È n um̊ а
But a man isn’t a man if he doesn’t get excited about riding something.
The roaring engine wasn’t trembling—it was hearts racing. Jet skis drew foamy patterns across the vast ocean.
“Waaaah!!”
“Whooosh~!”
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While this side was full of active men, the opposite side of the yacht had a very different type of men.
Men carefully observing the water from the yacht.
Е́ n̊ uḿ ӓ. іd
Then, with a soft “charruk” of something winding, all eyes turned toward that side.
“It’s coming. Here it comes.”
“Is it big?”
“Ooooh!!”
Pulled along the taut line was a fish.
When it comes to the ocean, it’s all about fishing, right? Poor you, who don’t know the art of fishing.
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Everyone fully enjoyed their hobbies. In addition, there were theaters, PC rooms, kids’ cafes, and more.
On this huge cruise, guild members’ laughter never stopped. Even on the very first day, it was clear—this vacation was a huge success!
I felt bad for pushing them so hard, but seeing them enjoy it like this was wonderful.
Lee Shin leaned against the cruise’s top railing, looking down at the happy guild members with a satisfied smile.
Then, without changing his gaze, he spoke.
“Thank you, Grandpa. Thanks to you, I’ve saved face properly.”
Ё n̆ u ṁа
“Hmph. Saved face? Hah.”
Lee Sang-byeok, seemingly embarrassed, responded with a snort and then looked down at the same scene Lee Shin was observing, changing the subject.
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“The basics of managing people are tightening when necessary, and loosening properly when needed.”
“Hey, that’s harsh. You talk about people like they’re parts.”
“There’s no difference. In the world you and I see, cold logic is more important than clumsy affection.”
“I take that as calling me clumsy.”
Ënŭm a.i ḋ
“You’re perceptive. I’ll give you that as a compliment.”
When Lee Sang-byeok put a cigarette to his mouth, Lee Shin, grumbling, lit it with a prepared lighter.
“A running representative. An acting representative. Good. When the head moves, the people below have no choice but to work hard.”
“Even just out of pressure.”
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“But you’re too fast. You’re running far ahead by yourself.”
There must be a reasonable gap for people to feel the urge to follow. Too far, and humans give up.
Enŭm а
“Those who chase ideals are praised as great because most cannot do the same. The ideal you chase is exactly that.”
“I can see it clearly.”
“Then you must catch it immediately.”
“…I thought we were supposed to wait?”
“Not at all.”
Lee Sang-byeok knew the nature of the ideal Lee Shin pursued.
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That ideal was what we call ‘success.’
“Success is relative, it’s competition. If I don’t claim it now, someone else will. So if you see it, of course you run at full force, you seize it.”
“Then—”
“Those who can’t keep up in the process are discarded.”
“….”
Lee Sang-byeok thought Lee Shin was running too far alone. The only one truly keeping close was little Chae Dong-ha. Honestly, Jeong Sun-dong, a nominal leader, and a few others weren’t really assisting him at all.
Е̄n̊ŭ mа̇.і̌ d
“You’re treated like a genius and celebrated by those around you, but to me, you’re too soft. If it were me, I’d have replaced at least a third of those laughing and shouting below.”
“Like the parts you mentioned earlier?”
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“Parts that fail early must be replaced.”
Lee Sang-byeok was firm. Lee Shin shook his head at him.
“Still, here we are, and you’re holding back.”
“You must tighten the reins when things are going well. So, the answer?”
E n̆ u ḿ а
“Hmm… I’m not sure.”
As Lee Shin pondered his answer, sounds came from behind. He and Lee Sang-byeok turned, surprised to see unexpected children.
“Su-bin? Yeon-woo? Rira?”
“Kids?”
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“Ah, hello.”
“Hello.”
Ѐn̊ ü ṁ а
“Haha! Hi!”
Park Su-bin, Baek Yeon-woo, and Yu Rira.
Three children called Lee Shin’s kids.
The three children stood before the two.
“What’s going on?” Lee Shin asked, and the three kids bickered among themselves.
“You tell him.”
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“You tell him.”
“What are you doing?”
“Give it here.”
Yu Rira, looking at the bickering boys with disdain, stepped forward and handed something to Lee Sang-byeok.
“What’s this?” Lee Sang-byeok tilted his head, accepted it, and his eyes widened.
It was a flag—the Mir Guild flag.
W e_b̄ n̈о v̂е̊l̂ Е́ n ům̀_ӑ
But the flag was filled with something sparkling.
“This is….”
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“We collected MVP badges. Oh, and we have badges from other members too.”
“When we got into League 1, they gave MVP badges, you see. Hehe.”
“For gifts, you’re supposed to give things the recipient doesn’t already have. And since you already have everything, we thought of this.”
The raid team had prepared this gift for the team owner, who gave gifts and pocket money on every birthday and never withheld support.
Е̌ ñ um̃а . і̃ d̊
Lee Sang-byeok looked at the badge-covered flag for a long while, then smiled more brightly than usual.
“Thank you.”
A warm smile, and moments later, the three children disappeared. Lee Shin, as if waiting, finally gave his answer.
“So? How’s my answer?”
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If Lee Sang-byeok replaced parts for success, then Lee Shin’s success was discovering and highlighting these gems.
These kids were his success and his answer.
Èn̈ǔ m̃ а̂. і̆ d̊
Lee Sang-byeok snorted, folded the flag neatly, and put it in his inner pocket.
“Not bad for the answer you came up with.”
It seemed like spending his wealth in his later years would be even more enjoyable.
“Let’s go drink some soju.”
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