Assistant Manager Kim Hates Idols - Chapter 136



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| Episode 136. Revenge within the man (2)

After the meeting, there was just endless practice.

It’s a good thing Jeong Seong-bin turned off the music before anyone threw up. Otherwise, we’d all be mopping the practice room floor together by now.

“Hyung… …Can I go to the convenience store?”

“Why a convenience store?”

“I want to drink an ionic beverage… … .”

Park Joo-woo pleaded with a twisted face. He would be dead if he didn’t have the electrolyte drink.

“I’ll buy it for you. It’s past midnight.”

The main vocalist’s voice is precious, so I decided to go to the convenience store in his place. It was also late.

“… … It’s close, so I can go.”

“Kids don’t wander around at night.”

“Then come with me.”

“Choi Je-ho, you stay here and watch the kids.”

So the members left the practice room, leaving it in the hands of Choi Je-ho.

As soon as I left the building, a warm wind blew over my whole body.

Maybe it was because it was a tropical night, but I felt out of breath even though I hadn’t walked very far.

‘The song seems to be coming out on time, but will the choreography be done on time? Where should I start looking into action schools?’

Things that require time to think should be struck down at times like this. This is the wisdom I gained from Hanpyeong Industry during the dog-like busy season.

As I was walking, my head spinning busily, my vision began to glow white.

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[SYSTEM] Work instructions from ‘Manager’ have arrived.

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A system with incomprehensible content appeared. This was the first time I had seen such a message.

I turned my gaze to the right, but there was nothing special.

‘What… What do you want me to do?’

That moment.

I felt a strong impact above my head. My body fell forward without even being able to touch the wall.

My head hurt so bad it felt like it was going to burst, like it had been hit by something.

And it was hot. My skin felt like it was on fire.

A long shadow was cast over the streetlight.

Someone kept muttering to himself above my head.

“… … That’s what you said, right?”

The man’s face was barely visible because his back was turned to the light source. It was difficult to even open his eyes due to the pain.

The assailant sat on my back.

Then he whispered in my ear and asked,

“You told that writer about me earlier, right? You’re the one who’s been spreading rumors about me. Right?”

I could tell just by hearing his voice. Yoo Han-soo was not in his right mind.

The head of the hammer that Yoo Han-soo was holding came into view.

It was a familiar brand. I thought this was the tool that the general affairs team leader was looking for during the day.

‘If it weren’t for the system… … .’

If only I hadn’t turned my head to look to the right.

The burning side may not have been the left side of the scalp, but the back of the head.

Yoo Han-soo said, tapping my head with a lump of iron.

“I should have broken this a long time ago.”

“… … .”

“Don’t waste your time thinking about useless things.”

A menacing hand grabbed my hair.

I bit my lip to keep from screaming.

I opened my eyes with difficulty and made eye contact with Yoo Han-soo, who was looking at me with his head down.

It was something of a kind I had never seen before in my life.

At the same time, I realized that Yoo Han-soo was sincere.

It wasn’t a momentary impulse or anything, but I chose a path that would hold me back even if it meant my life would be X.

‘Think about it.’

I didn’t come back to be treated like this.

I barely managed to keep my wits about me.

‘First of all… … take away the weapon.’

I grabbed Yoo Han-soo’s hand that was holding my hair. And I dug my nails into the back of his hand.

While Yoo Han-soo was screaming and falling out, I picked up the fallen tools and raised my upper body.

My vision was bloodshot and I couldn’t see things straight.

I know in my head that I need to stop the bleeding.

But I couldn’t bring myself to press the torn area with my hand. Damn it, it hurts even if I just stay still, how can I press here?

As I was catching my breath, unable to do anything, I saw Yoo Han-soo’s two ankles right before my eyes.

Suddenly, I thought of the guys who were still in the practice room.

I wish this man only had a grudge against me, and I wish he had just decided to turn himself in after me.

What if the object of resentment is not me alone, but the entire Spark?

If you were going to hurt everyone you thought was in your way, and… … .

If Park Joo-woo had been here instead of me, or if Choi Je-ho and I had come out together.

I grabbed the ankle of Yoo Han-soo who was stepping back. Yoo Han-soo’s body fell backwards, unable to overcome inertia.

I’m in so much pain I feel like I’m going to lose consciousness at any moment.

But if I let this kid go right now.

I grabbed the head of the fallen man with my remaining hand and then climbed on top of him to subdue him.

Yoo Han-soo shouted something under his hand.

I couldn’t hear anything. Only the sound of my heartbeat rang in my ears.

A feeling of rapid blood flow to the head.

Then I felt like all the blood was… … draining out.

I felt dizzy. A resume that I hadn’t even taken out appeared before my eyes.

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Cumulative fatigue: 70% (employment support service applied)

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That means they’re on the verge of death. Without job support, it would be 90%.

But not now. Not until we stop this human completely.

But not everything goes as planned.

As if the strength he had gained by subduing Yuhansu was fading away, his hands began to lose strength little by little.

On the other hand, Yoo Han-soo, who was cornered, threw a tantrum.

Every time I pressed the button with force, the ball rang.

The moment when accumulated fatigue exceeded 75%.

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The system appeared.

I couldn’t see clearly what was written.

With my focus fading, I hesitantly read the newly appeared phrase.

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[SYSTEM] The ‘4 major insurances – industrial accident insurance’ is notified to ‘乙’.

▷ If ‘乙’ suffers a serious accident while working, ‘industrial accident insurance’ is applied only once.

▷ During the period of application of ‘Industrial Accident Insurance’, ‘乙’ can choose between ① relief of pain caused by work-related accidents, and ② rapid recovery from injuries caused by work-related accidents (this may vary depending on the severity of the injury).

▷ Insurance benefits are provided only once… … .

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‘How long will it take for my injury to heal now?’

When I asked the system, the answer came right back.

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[SYSTEM] Work instructions from ‘Manager’ have arrived.

▶ Mr. Kim, did you have an accident on your way to work? How much rest do you need? You can’t take more than two weeks off?

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Even if we tie this guy up right now, two weeks won’t be enough?

I chose number 1 without hesitation.

Then, as if by magic, all the pain disappeared.

I could clearly see Yoo Han-soo’s face. He was smiling.

“Hey, are you having fun?”

When I grabbed Yoo Han-soo by the collar, Yoo Han-soo spat in my face.

“Kim Yi-wol, you deserve to be punished.”

“what?”

I thought I misheard. Anyone could see that Yoo Han-soo was rambling on about what I should have been saying.

“It doesn’t make sense that someone like you gets more recognition than me. Who are you to insult me?”

“Are you out of your mind, you ?”

“If someone like you makes a name for yourself without permission, the industry will become ridiculous. Instead of being a troublemaker, you should have listened to me and learned properly. That little brat won’t… … .”

There was nothing more to hear. I pressed my knee against Yoo Han-soo’s neck.

“Ugh… … You little shit, you’re trying to kill someone.”

“You tried to kill me too, you son of a bitch.”

I was out of breath. The pain had gone away, but my fingertips were still getting colder.

If things continued like this, I could lose consciousness due to excessive bleeding.

‘I don’t have time.’

If I faint, Yoo Han-soo will really hurt me, because my honor has crossed a river of no return.

But, what should I do… … .

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[SYSTEM] Work instructions from ‘Manager’ have arrived.

▶ Manager Kim, I heard you’re getting an incentive for all your hard work. What’s the reason? Was it because you did your best under a difficult boss?

[SYSTEM] Rewards are provided based on compliance with ‘Professional Ethics’.

▷ Reverse Position Experience Ticket: You can have the desired person experience one sensation or emotion.

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Professional ethics.

It was the kind of message I had seen only once before, when I witnessed Jang Jun-hoo’s male bullying.

I thought it only had the function of imposing sanctions if it didn’t meet moral standards, but it seems that it also rewards those who work hard to meet the standards. It’s a way to positively change others.

‘What happens if I use the voucher while the pain is gone?’

The system answered my question succinctly.

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[SYSTEM] Work instructions from ‘Manager’ have arrived.

▶ It’s not that Manager Kim is in a state of no pain right now. He’s in a state of not being able to feel it. Why, you know, Schrödinger or something.

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“haha!”

It paid off working like a dog, you idiot!

I asked, wiping my sticky face.

“Mr. Yoo Han-soo. Have you ever imagined your head breaking?”

And I used the voucher.

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[SYSTEM] Would you like to use the ‘Experiential Ticket’ for ‘Yoo Han-soo (Producer)’?

▶ Recommended Program: Pain

▶ Yes / No

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When I chose ‘Yes’, Yoo Han-soo grabbed one side of his head. The pain was clearly visible on his expression.

I covered Yuhansu’s mouth, which was about to scream, put the hammer down for a moment, and searched through the bastard’s coat pocket to take out his cell phone.

First, I reported it to Yoo Han-soo’s cell phone. When I told him that I had met a stranger and was hit on the head, he replied that he would be dispatched immediately.

Next, I entered my number and called the person I had saved as ‘UA Jobber’.

When the controversy over my character broke out, I was given a temporary cell phone, but I haven’t returned it yet, so my phone is still in the practice room.

So if a finite number of numbers contact my phone.

─ … … Hello?

Maybe they will get it.