Overgeared

There would be a fresh attempt.

This was a comment made by Lim Cheolho.

Chairman Lim Cheolho said that the 4th National Competition to be held in 50 days would be a place for new innovation, which was a meaningful extension of the Satisfy world ‘created by players.’

***

“I’m dying.” Shin Youngwoo relaxed as he emerged from the capsule. He loosened up the tense muscles. “I want to get some air...”

After visiting the S.A headquarters 10 days ago, Shin Youngwoo didn’t waste a moment checking on his four heavenly kings. Every time he connected to the game, he devised better items and worked on producing them, which gave him mental fatigue and stress.

Shin Youngwoo needed mental and physical stability. However, he was scared to go out on his own. It was the reason why he hadn’t connected to the Internet during the past few days. He didn’t have the courage to face the criticism and anger of the people that would be pouring in after he declared that he wouldn’t attend the National Competition. Youngwoo had suffered from neglect and contempt since he was a child and should be used to it, but that was not the case anymore. It was natural. People should be respected. There was no obligation for him to get used to criticism.

“Tsk.”

This was what happened when he became lost in thoughts for a moment. The terrible memories rose, stabbing at his lungs and strangling his neck.

The hero who had become an object of respect and envy was defenseless in the face of past trauma. This was why people should respect others. It wasn’t easy to heal the wounds engraved on the heart. Shin Youngwoo knew this, so he treated his precious people with respect while being cruel to his enemies.

“Ah, I don't know.” Shin Youngwoo could no longer endure his depressed feelings and proceeded to change his clothes. He finally put on a mask and left home.

“Ha. Good,” Shin Youngwoo sighed loudly as he enjoyed the clean air and sunshine. The dirty old memories were blown away, and Youngwoo saw the street spread out in front of him. The commercial buildings lined the street and faced each other. There were many people wandering about, and there was a number of cars parked in the public parking lots built on low ground.

The land, which had been desolate just two years ago when Youngwoo picked this spot to construct his building, was now lively. It was a new downtown area where people flocked to see Youngwoo’s face, and merchants aimed for these people. This was a small achievement set by the person called Shin Youngwoo, not Grid.

“Here is a warm cup of tea.”

The sentimental Shin Youngwoo turned at the sudden words. An employee of a cafe in Youngwoo’s building had run out and handed him a drink.

“Why...?”

“Youngwoo-ssi, you’re wearing a mask. I’m afraid you might have a cold.”

Youngwoo had thought he would be able to hide his appearance with a mask, but he was mistaken. The mask made Youngwoo’s sharp eyes and high nose stand out. In the first place, many people around here could instantly recognize Youngwoo’s tall and muscular physique with one glance.

“Thank you,” Youngwoo said, unable to refuse the act of kindness. He received the cup of tea and added awkwardly, “However, please tell your boss that the monthly rent won’t decrease.”

Yes. In any case, this is on

out to the employee just as she was returning

“What?”

article about how I won’t attend

he wore a mask and looked around anxiously. The employee made a sad expression and shook her head. “I feel sorry. I have been cheering happily for you every year. Don’t you know? I live in an apartment. It shook with the voices of the residents every time you did something in the National Competition. My parents and grandparents are unfamiliar with Satisfy, but they always make sure to watch the National Competition. They

“...”

She was telling the truth. “My friends, the families of my friends, and the families of my friend’s friends are also your fans. Youngwoo-ssi, you don’t have to participate in the National Competition. Even if

to show proof instead of saying it 100 times. She entered her SNS and searched the grid related tags. “Look. People are feeling concerned

people were

caused South Korea

would no longer be eligible for the

anyone saying these words. On the other hand,

“I...”

the role of the demon king for individual gain. He hadn’t paid attention to the fact that South Korea would miss out on several gold medals due to this absence and that the Korean players wouldn’t enjoy the benefits of ranking

the people on SNS were currently praising Shin Youngwoo as a hero. Naturally, Shin Youngwoo enjoyed being liked

Shin Youngwoo’s face filled

something and said, “You don’t have to worry. We call you a hero because we have been comforted by your existence. It is a type of thanks, not an intention to place more burden on you. Don’t make such a pained expression. Do what you want to do. Nobody has the right to blame or resent you. If someone points a finger at you, then

employee was a very ordinary person. She was a neighbor who could be met anywhere, and she represented the hearts of most people. What she said sounded

that changed at this moment. Shin Youngwoo realized the importance of his neighbors. He realized how important it was to have the ‘country’ where his family and neighbors lived. Then one

to protect

peace to his kingdom

the hero of my

hero, he had to become essential in the game and make the people feel proud. This was the level of work he needed to do. If someone else discovered

be changed at any time. Youngwoo’s ridiculous

***

trials and games for the yangbans who were born absolute. The yangbans took the test every 100 years when they were engulfed with a strange melancholy. Every time they overcame the

to pass the test was bloody. His hair was disheveled, and his eyes were filled with intense killing intent. The five seniors didn’t

exist to correct everything in

it means you need

by killing. It is for the well-being of the

your killing intent calms down, peace will fall

one person who remained silent.

had ruled the East Continent since the beginning. The thought of the mutation who had shouted that yangbans and humans should be equal to each other was an unpleasant

the five seniors didn’t reveal the same