Initially, Lee Hyun was going to go home with his sister. As per usual, the decision was to go home and do a few things at the house and get to Royal Road. The time for the quest was just around the corner, but the lack of time for preparation made it worse. However, this was not what came to mind.'The University of Korea interview! An incline over an incline. It is not credible to spend such an important day in this way.'Lee Hyun took heart and looked into his wallet. (perhaps closer to withheld breath, or preparing himself)Stiff blue bills.If only they knew what happens to cash after the generous cash withdrawals. (might be he's contemplating the waste of overspending)“Hayan.”“Huh?”“Let's see a movie.”Until now, there has never been a time Lee Hyun went to a movie theatre. But there is a first time for everything.“Really?”To Hayan, this was unfathomable.Her brother of all people! A stingy person who would never waste money or even use it to ride a bus. A guy who wouldn't buy junk or even essential school supplies at the very least. And to go to a movie theatre.“Yeah. Seeing a movie would be fun.”With Lee Hyun's strong determination, the two headed to the movie theatre.A multiplex theatre with many movies.Associated with a large shopping mall, a place where visitors were unending.As he entered the theatre, he was continuously amazed.“Amazing.”How could such a place be there that will gather so many people. This just seemed to be something from a different world.“Look brother, this movie looks really interesting.”
“Sure. Come, let's go and take a look.”
In truth, this was the first time for Lee Hayan to see a movie as well. Even though she got a fairly considerate allowance, and would earn her own money, she would never spend it carelessly. It was a first time for her to go to a high standard theatre to see a film.
“So many films.”
“Which are the more recent in popularity?”
“ Thereare posters all over.” (would prefer 'A good man's end'. But this is direct...)
“Let's go, it sounds like fun.”
Lee Hyun and Lee Hayan bought tickets after waiting for some time in line. Initially, he only knew that you had to pay money before entering the theatre; however, he also had to purchase a ticket specifically at the box office.
“So this is how it works. I knew this would happen. This is normal.”
Lee Hyun had a sudden overwhelming smile. A confident smile. Yet he handed 10,000 WonWon grandly for these two tickets.
“Two tickets for ”
Pride from coming to a movie theatre!
Satisfaction of being a cultured man!
Having begun this moment, it was worth every bit. Though it is precious, spending the money is still worthwhile.
Smiling sweetly, the employee said.
“3:30 show for 2 Adult tickets. Correct?”
“Yes.”
“Do you have a discount card or a credit card?” (discount might mean debit)
“Huh?”
Lee Hyun was baffled.
Credit card and discount card!
A quite significant sounding name, the mention of those words.
“What is that supposed to mean?”
“Oh. Yes. MK capital, or carrier card, credit cards, or choose a discount.”
“Then, if that's the case, how much of a discount...”
Lee Hyun asked hesitatingly.
The staff member laughed heartily. It was a smile bright enough to pick up your spirits.
“2,000 Won per person.”
“.......”
At that time, Lee Hyun exposed his rotten smile!
7,000 Won movie tickets for 2,000 Won; a discount that cannot be ignored.
For 2,000 Won per person, a total discount of 4,000 Won!
But there was no card for Lee Hyun.
Credit cards were mainly used for the wholesale market, and he was without one since he did not fit the requirements to be issued with a credit card.
The debt was paid off, but his record remained, and no credit means no card issued.
Not even a cell phone.
“Hayan.”
He looked to his sister for help, but her head was shaking; it was the same for her.
A highschooler without a cell phone, or a card.
Eventually, Lee Hayan grabbed Lee Hyun's arm to get his attention.
“Brother. It's just a movie, we don't have to watch.”
At that moment, Lee Hyun was certain that he wanted to see the movie.
Looking back, he did not remember his family ever watching a movie together.
'As the older brother, I live for the sake of my younger sibling, Lee Hayan.'
Feeling remorse, he handed over 20,000 Won without hesitation to the staff.
A grand move!
“ without discount or credit, I want 2 tickets.”
“Hope you find a good spot, sir.”
The theatre staff found it interesting as the two siblings went to find good seats during the time remaining. For a 3:30 pm showing, there was still 1 hour and 20 minutes left. Lee Hyun attended his sister as they went inside the movie theatre. There is a comprehensive game room and a place where you can buy popcorn and squid.
'That squid is almost half the price of the film. Popcorn is so expensive.'
This place, there is no sense to it.
The selling price of popcorn and coke in the movie theatre is more expensive than the price of the ticket!
Lee Hyun looked around and noticing the game room, led his sister to it.
“Until it is time for the entertainment, let's wander around.”
“Yeah, yeah.”
The two went inside the game room.
Again Lee Hyun was amazed.
'It exceeds 1,000 Won per round for each game....'
Royal Road is the ideal of the mainstream world.
In virtual reality, you can achieve anything. For the simple entertainment from an old machine, a simple screen will appear with hand controls that costs 1,000 Won for each use. You pay cash and also calculate the amount taken since it gives none back. This is an environment to waste your money in just moments.
'These crooks!'
Lee Hyun gave out a sad sigh.
The world of entertainment was not able to give a peace of mind.
This over-inflation of prices!
Money earned from blood and sweat spilled by blowing on a few moments of entertainment was good for nothing.
“Older brother, which game would do?”
“Well, let's have a go at it.”
The best entertainment at this point for Lee Hyun would be the one that looks the cheapest. Some kind of tennis game for two people to compete against each other to win. At the game, Lee Hyun's hand trembled. Playing by putting money into it.
This was absolute fear.
Pain, terrible pain, as money leaf his pocket!
Probably at seeing the most terrifyingly thriller movie ever, he still would not have been afraid. Lee Hyun and his younger sibling paying for a game. The cheapest one was 500 Won. Will have to be strong to hang in there for 1 hour in a game that normally takes 2 minutes. If against the other sibling, two more wins, then it's all gone! Money going down the drain.
Lee Hyun went rigid in the face as he smiled.
“This is boring, let's look at a different game.”
“Yes, brother.”
Lee Hyun now found a game that was not a competition type.
'This game is preferable; as long as you can contribute something.... everything is free!'
He found an airplane game.
The objective of the game is to fly a plane and shoot down enemy aircraft by firing missiles. This was popular in the 20th century, and even now people are still enjoying classic games with simple operation.
“Let's try doing this.”
Lee Hyun was delighted as he sat in front of the game.
Two people can play this game together by inserting 1,000 Won.
'Can withstand 1 hour with this!'
The first mission was to attack the enemy's aircraft character. Flying proudly and shooting down enemy planes while timely not attacking friendly bombers. Victory was not difficult. But the astronauts that came from the second mission were unknown. An extremely fast UFO ride in a ship emitting laser beams covering the full screen! Missile, surface-to-air-missile; but regardless, the inexpensive loss is behind me.
“Keoheok!”
“Haha! This is fun!”
Lee Hyun endured as his younger sibling was enjoying herself.
'Since my sister likes this.'
They played the airplane game once then went off in search of a different game.
[Find what is wrong with this picture!]
A game that could last a really long time. First of all, it is necessary to have to pay for two people. Two people can simultaneously watch and search the screen till one of them finds it. When you succeed past 10 stages, you can win a teddy bear. His eyes were getting bloodshot from seriously looking for what was wrong in the picture, yet Lee Hyun was feeling severely betrayed. It is like finding a pearl from the ocean!
Lee Hyun took this as a very demanding challenge. For the money spent, get that doll! But then this stage was even trickier. Find the missing piece of puzzle in the sand! Find different leaves in a forest pattern! What island is not on the world map! Find an ant with 4 legs!
It appeared that the mission was only to make him completely frustrated. If you cannot find it in the time limit, then the money is lost; it was like his life was dying off bit by bit. Whenever the two failed, the amount increased. The picture searching game was set to eat money at a horrible speed.
But Lee Hyun carried on in patience.
To use up money is the poison of youth.
'I will find you no matter what.'
At this point, the money far exceeded the value of the doll. Nevertheless, one more hurdle was passed. So now to the final stage. Lee Hyun stared unblinkingly and waited. Finally, what appeared from the next scene...
Find a specific Star within the Milky Way!
'Crap!'
Lee Hyun was forced to abandon. Even with this, it's too much. At least tens of thousands of stars, how will you know If some are missing somewhere in the middle.
'What hardship!'
He felt naive, to believe that he could get a teddy bear from [finding what was wrong with the picture], he must have been a fool. There was a time when doing the work was fun in itself.
'I guess Royal Road is the only proper one to go with.'
From then on, Lee Hyun decided to just find a game that was simple enough. But there weren’t many games. If 2 players determined victory, then the game wouldn't last for long.
'I can't spend more money, is there
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