The eight Castle walls didn’t seem sturdy and their anxiety reflected in their eyes. Relying on such walls during an important battle was nerve-wracking. [ii]Then the lunch they had ordered arrived.However, because of the intense video, there was only one person who laid a hand on the packed lunches.The battle begun when the Burning Skeletons and Zombies arrived. And then the second and third branch of Legions of Undead army came out for an ambush!Thousands of Silver Arrows were shot out of Elastic Bows.“How much is all of that?!”“He must be a rich!”They were led to misunderstand the frailty of the walls.Under the commands of Karichwi, the Dark Elves defended the walls with the help of the Wyverns, by flying around the sky while sprinkling Holy Water without care of getting their hands wet.Not to mention the bravery of the Orcs.Ancient Giant Monsters were fought by Soldiers who worked side by side with Orcs!Without a single one killed, the Necromancers played a big role.Even without showing their true powers, the Necromancers were formidable opponents, which was evident from the rate they were summoning Undead.And then finally the Shire Lich appeared!The Lich's power was overwhelming. Being able to rapidly fire and area of effect magic, was completely devastating.Among the Orcs, Dark Elves, and Undead an order to come forth was heard.A vampire and Death Knight appeared.It was an amazing scene.The Lich Shire pounced against his enemies like tiger, creating absolute havoc. As a level 400 boss monster, his overwhelming power was evident.The Lich Shire roared, as he faced countless enemies!Rampant Area of Effect magic.Wyverns risked their lives sprinkling holy water on the ground.The tremendous power that the Lich Shire had shown gradually weakened.The Lich Shire tempted the Vampire Lord.Only then did Karichwi join the battle. Without a doubt, the situation turned sour and the Lich Shire did not die in the hands of Karichwi. It was the Dark Elves who casted a large Area of Effect magic that ended the battle.The Station Director unwittingly murmured.“Was it a success? A failure?”Director Kang replied.“A source reported that the quest was a success.”“I see.”The Station Director took a look around.The clock hanging on the wall showed it to be precisely 9 in the morning. They had stayed up all night watching the video. This caused them to have bloodshot eyes.It wasn’t surprising that nobody wanted to go bathroom in the middle of the video. If they did, they went quickly. It’s the first time in several decades that they had to hold it in.Station Director and Director Kang opened yesterday’s lunch, which has already grown cold, and started having a conversation.“Director Kang. How does our broadcasting schedule look?”“Today, there are some important broadcasts scheduled.”“Can we possibly cancel it?”
“Let me see if that’s possible.”
Director Kang examined the matter.
The Station Director agrees that we should broadcast this video as soon as possible!
The Director added.
“It will not be enough to just briefly introduce this amongst our other broadcasting programs.”
“Yes. Special programs must be organized separately.”
“As soon as possible.”
Unfortunately, Director Kang inconveniently said.
“If possible, I would like to have it broadcasted before dinner. The audio and the video will only need some minor adjustments. We certainly lack the time. I’m sure it’s worth having it broadcasted before dinner and have it run overnight.”
“Please edit the video to a minimum. You don’t have to cut down on the hours. Broadcast a short segment of the video, and then post information on our broadcasting station’s website.”
“I’ll do just that. Although I think it’s possible to broadcast the original copy of the video.”
“There wasn’t a single dull moment.”
Station Director and Director Kang smiled satisfactorily.
***
Lee Hyun was happily writing on the household bookkeeping ledger.
“Easy money. I haven’t calculated a budget yet, but money keeps rolling!”
The broadcasting station's incentive contract!
The money he would receive varied greatly depending on the audience. Nevertheless, he received the Broadcasting Company’s contract deposit from the bid on Minotaurus Claws.
“However, I still need to earn more. This will only last for a while.”
For now, there was no need to worry about his grandmother’s medical bills and living expenses. The problem was his sister’s future.
University tuition is rising annually. For one year in University, it cost 10,000,000 won. Therefore for 4 years, it’s quadruple the amount, 40,000,000 won! [iii]
In addition, the Student Association decreed that students have to pay for their own textbooks.
Money that could be spent elsewhere was spent only on school. Money spent on Membership Training and University Festival isn’t included. You’ll also need money to join clubs, cosmetics, and clothes to keep basic dignity of University students.
People don’t want to live with the feeling of having someone superior to them.
To meet up with friends cost money, but it cost even more money to pursue knowledge and education in school.
“I could buy a new computer with this money.”
A very small portable computer.
Lee Hyun’s handwriting differs from a computer because it’s so small that it’s hardly legible. Many of the school’s lesson and clubs depend on computers.
The price varies. For a really good one, it could cost billions of won, and a cheap one is at least 5 million won. It was an essential item for University students.
“It doesn’t end there.”
He dropped out of school to seek employment. Nowadays, if you wish to find and a job and live in luxury, you have to graduate from University. It was worth the sacrifice to develop the slightest ability.
“If I didn’t learn, I couldn’t earn money in this world.”
***
Lee Hyun recalled a painful memory.
He had tried to forget the bitterness against others during his younger days. Stitching clothes in a sewing factory while listening to countless lectures. Mistakes were present no matter how hard he worked, followed by insults of his incompetence.
He also had to work late at night, doing some odd jobs, while not being paid overtime.
He had a fixed monthly periodic salary!
Even if he worked hard, he received less money than those people who sleeps on the job, Lee Hyun swore as tears flowed out.
Although it was common to report cases of mistreatment, he couldn’t. The Vice President of the company cleverly used his illegal age of employment against him and threatened to report him to the Ministry of Labor.
If you get reported to the Ministry of Labor, you will not receive your salary. Furthermore, you will be blacklisted and from then on, you will not be able to find a new job.
Because he had to earn money in harsh conditions, he wanted his sister to find a proper job in a normal business, preferably a corporate job.
“In order to do well in school, absorb everything. A portable computer is something she must have.”
Lee Hyun decided that everything he earns will go towards his sister’s education. There are a lot of things needed as a college student. For a time like that, an emergency fund is needed.
“Ah, I have to visit Grandma at the hospital today.”
Lee Hyun budgeted the household finances and kept the book.
He had been busy lately trying to complete the quest that he had not had the time to visit. But today, was the day they had promised to visit Grandma.
Lee Hyun left the house to visit Grandma.
***
Grandma and Hayan were already together.
“Is this really an acceptance letter for a university? You’re not lying?”
“Achaa! I would never lie to my grandmother. Look the name’s clearly written here.”
“Even though, I still cannot believe it.”
Grandma could not hide her surprise over the acceptance letter to the University of South Korea. Lee Hyun was accepted to University!
This was something beyond her imagination.
Although it came as a surprise, she and Hayan were glad that it occurred.
‘I never thought he’d get this far when he had the interview...’
Who would have thought he’d get accepted.
Lee Hayan did not rejoice, instead she thought.
‘Ah, if oppa only knew the truth, it’d be a big deal.”
He’ll be mad if he found out that I lied to him. The real problem was Lee Hyun would grind his teeth if he has to spend 100 won daily to go to University.
Grandma smiled and then laughed.
“It’s not as complicated as you think, sweetheart.”
“Really?”
“There’s nothing to worry about, I have an idea.”
“If that’s the case, I will trust Grandma.”
***
When Lee Hyun got to his grandmother’s hospital room, Lee Hayan’s head was bowed. His grandmother was about to say something, but stopped.
Lee Hyun quickly came to her side.
“Grandma, what’s going on?”
“You don’t have to know.”
From his grandmother's attitude, Lee Hyun could feel an unusual aura. In addition, his little sister still had her head bowed.
“Did you give Hayan another scolding? To my knowledge, she has been studying properly, and she hasn’t hung out with any shady people.”
“That’s not it.”
“Then, what’s the matter...”
“Why don’t you go to University.”
Grandma said it as if the matter was already settled.
“Did you say something?”
“Yes. You should go to University to have a better livelihood. You haven’t made decent money since you dropped out of high school.”
“Surely Grandma! There’s no difference, now that I’ve passed my GED and graduated from high school.”
Lee Hyun tried to convince his grandmother with soft, gentle words but she didn’t budge.
“You have worked hard to earn the money, how could you not spend it? As the head of the family, it’ll be difficult to make money if you don’t attend University and gain an education.”
“University is useless, Grandma. If ever I want to learn about something, I could always study about it in the future.”
“Hyun - ah, let’s say you didn’t ha
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