Part 2, Episode 187.
Executives
Those who have risen to high positions in an organization.
They could be compared to members of the National Assembly in the government, or directors in a company.
Not all executives were the same.
If you go up to the level of the state and large corporations, there are people with considerable power, but if you look at small and medium-sized enterprises, it probably wouldn’t have resonated much.
The guild is the same way.
In the case of small and medium-sized guilds, the executives are not much different from regular combatants.
You could say it’s like a class president with no power but heavy responsibility.
Those who possess outstanding sincerity and responsibility from the very beginning.
Or, considering that it is the reality of small and medium-sized guilds to appoint founding fathers to executive positions, it was only natural.
One is different starting from a large guild.
An executive of a large guild possesses strength comparable to that of a master of a mid-sized guild, and is recognized by the public as being even greater.
That was the reason there was an insurmountable wall between large guilds and small and medium-sized guilds.
Then, what if it’s a top 10 guild?
An executive of a top 10 guild is at least on the level of a vice-master of a large guild… … .
No, compared to a large guild of average level rather than a quasi-teen guild, it wouldn’t be at a significant disadvantage even against the master.
A huge wall between the major guilds and the top 10 guilds.
And it is a structure where there is once again a huge wall between such quasi-teenage guilds and teenage guilds.
In fact, just look at the Ten-Star Knights of The King Guild where Arthur is located.
Boasting exceptional strength even among the executives of the top 10 guilds, they possess military power stronger than that of most large guild masters.
They say even near-teenage guild masters like Jennifer and Baek Doo-san avoid situations where they have to fight the entire Order of the Ten Stars.
Well, even if we set the Ten-Star Knights aside, it is true that the specs of the executives of the top 10 guilds are all dazzling.
Then, what about Kasinism?
Top ranks… … I wonder?
It is a new guild, so it cannot be analyzed.
Although Ana was vague, it seems certain that Harrington, the 10th Guild Master, is in the leadership.
Furthermore, Ana, the副master, is herself at a level capable of rivaling the 10th Guild Master.
Just these two alone seem like they wouldn’t envy the Ten Star Knights…
You mean there are more executives?
And with new executives at that.
So how could one not look forward to it?
I followed Ana for a few minutes, filled with high expectations.
After passing through a ridiculously wide hallway befitting the luxurious interior, I finally arrived at the office.
This space is primarily used for handling documents and other business matters. I apologize, but the meeting room interior is not yet finished, so I would like to ask you to use this space just for today.
No, it’s fine.
It was not a comforting remark made out of politeness.
‘Isn’t it a bit too nice to be called an office?’
Honestly, it was so big and magnificent that if I hadn’t been told it was an office, I would have undoubtedly thought it was a conference room.
Anyway, as I went inside and sat on a chair, I soon heard a knock and someone entered the room.
To be precise, it was someone.
Chuck, chuck, chuck.
As soon as they entered, the group that lined up in a row consisted of a total of 12 people.
They are all wearing masks and black uniforms symbolizing Kaiser.
However, the uniform was wide and the body was covered so thoroughly that it was difficult to guess the gender.
I saw about three people who were in the 150cm to 160cm range in height, and I can only guess that they are likely women.
“Ah… Oh, Kashin!”
“So, you have finally come to receive God’s grace. It is an honor for our family.”
“Kamen…….”
Ah, light.
He started acting ridiculous as soon as he walked in, but since I had somewhat expected it by now, it wasn’t surprising.
Surely nothing compares to listening to my friends’ nonsense.
12 people? This is something… … .
Is it just me, or does the Twelve Apostles of God come to mind?
However, seeing that the patterns on the masks were all different, it didn’t seem like a coincidence that there were 12 executives.
White lion, eagle, scorpion, owl… … Is that Libra? There’s a chivalry too?
Perhaps it is a relief that, at least, these are different symbols from those representing the 12 apostles of Jesus.
It’s a headache to get entangled in religious issues for no reason.
A pattern made of constellations… … it does look impressive.
Perhaps there is some meaning behind it?
Considering their usual way of thinking, it seems unlikely that the pattern was chosen simply for the sake of style.
I would love to ask right now, but for some reason, I felt like I would have to listen to a very long speech if I did, so I decided to put off my small curiosity until later.
Right now, rather than that… … .
“Nice to meet you. I am Kaiser, the guild leader.”
“Oh God, please do not speak to me in high regard.”
We are servants who pursue the light from the closest proximity and assist the deity. We ask that you treat us with ease and humility.
“…….”
Dohyeon thought it was a bit much to be treated disrespectfully from the first meeting, but he soon accepted it.
“……okay.”
It was because it was obvious that no matter how steadfastly he acted respectfully, he would only end up witnessing seppuku again, just like before.
In times like this, it was better for both of us to just quietly follow instructions.
But since everyone is covering their faces, is there any point in facing each other?
I had doubts, but I couldn’t bring myself to voice them.
And understandably so, considering he himself is covering his face with a black mask.
Even a guild leader cannot be a double standard.
Since everyone is wearing masks and black uniforms as a sign of following him anyway, it seems like it would be easier to just make this one concept.
We have not yet achieved enough to dare show our faces to God.
“you’re right.”
Grant us the honor of showing your face when we have produced results satisfactory in your sight, and when we ourselves are proud.
“……Why bother?”
I tilted my head in confusion, unable to understand at all, when Ana, who had approached me before I knew it, quietly explained it to me.
“Haring… *Cough*. It stems from the conviction of the Watchdog. As it aligns with our situation of concealing our identities, revealing our faces to God has come to be regarded as a great honor.”
“……I see.”
Dohyeon nodded and quickly scanned the executives.
I really can’t guess the others, but I know one person for sure.
A person who flinches and slightly averts their gaze whenever their eyes meet, even while wearing a mask.
The pattern of the Guardian Dog Constellation, made up of silver stars, was engraved on his mask.
‘… … I can tell for sure that person is Harrington.’
To think they stand shoulder to shoulder with Harrington…
There might be some who are from the NPCs.
Those who rose to an executive position like Harrington, breaking through the ranks of formidable Kasin believers, surely aren’t just from the guild.
Well, guild battles will be held soon, so we’ll find out gradually.
Dohyeon, who had brushed it off lightly, was only able to end his first meeting with them after exchanging a few more words.
As expected, the three short executives all had female voices.
If there is anything unusual, it is that ‘Knight,’ a tall executive reaching 180cm, and ‘Scorpio,’ who possesses shoulders that rival those of a man, were women?
In other words, 5 out of 12 are women.
Six people if you include the副master Ana.
It turned out that the gender ratio was split exactly in half.
Combat guilds usually have more men, so seeing such a perfect gender ratio… I suddenly wonder what the ratio would be like if the guild members were included.
It was because all the guild members were also covering their faces.
Well, it’s not important.
Anyway, now that I’ve met the executives during the interview, my duties as the guild leader are all done.
I could leave the building right now and finish the graduation quest I was working on, but… …
That can’t be.
There was still work left to do.
That is also the most important thing.
[Me: Where are you?]
[Hyuna: Me? I’m in the guild building. Why? Haha]
[Me: I have 5 seconds. Location.]
[Hyuna: Why are you acting like that? Haha;;]
[Me: Allowance confiscated after 5 seconds.]
[Hyuna: Gasp! It’s the second room next to the central hallway! The red nameplate!]
You’re dead.
I mean, having to meet my younger sister who has been threatening me in such a cute way.
How long has it been since I started walking with my brow twitching?
Red. A red nameplate… there it is.
As Dohyeon arrived at the central hallway and looked around, a door with a red nameplate soon caught his eye.
[Rest Room]
It was a room that was different from all the other work-related rooms, starting with its name.
Judging by the fact that there is a separate guest room, it doesn’t seem to be a room for receiving guests, but rather, literally, a room where guild members can rest comfortably.
Generally, there would be things like snacks or massage chairs, but…
Considering the scale of this place and the fact that it is God of Worlds, it must be more than that.
I was secretly looking forward to it, but the important thing right now is that Hyuna is in there.
[Me: Hey, I’m at the door. Come out.]
[Hyuna: Huh? You can just come in.]
[Me: Kim Doo-hyung and the guys must be there. It’ll be a hassle if they notice, so come out.]
[Hyuna: Ah. You’re right. Uh, but I want to go out too…]
[Me: I want to?]
[Hyuna: It’s a bit awkward right now… … because of the situation here. It’s practically a fan meeting, you know?]
[me : ?]
What on earth is this all about?
Why a fan meeting all of a sudden?
And what does that have to do with not being able to come out?
It was full of things that were completely incomprehensible.
[Hyuna: Anyway, I feel a bit off right now. Just come in, Oppa. We both know each other anyway.]
[Me: … … ? Okay, I get it.]
What else can be done?
The fact that Hyuna, the person directly involved, isn’t properly explaining it.
You’ll know once you go inside.
My friends must be in there too.
Dohyeon hesitated for a moment at the thought of having to endure disgusting stares and praise again, but soon steeled himself and opened the door.
Sss-
A well-oiled door that opens smoothly without an unpleasant sound.
The inside of the door was better than Dohyeon expected.
It was truly impressive that they didn’t even build the lounge haphazardly; the scale was incredible.
[You have entered the break room.]
[Stamina recovery speed increases significantly, and the mind becomes relaxed due to the legendary-grade Mind Therapy function spread throughout.]
For one thing, it has a special effect not found in other rooms, and that effect was actually of legendary grade.
In fact, as soon as I entered, I felt a warm sense of calm and relaxation, but actually, even without such things, everyone who enters this place would feel a similar way.
Although it was clearly indoors, a landscape of forests and lakes unfolded, looking as if nature had been transplanted there intact.
‘… … What is this? Is something like this possible?’
If Dohyeon had looked closely, he would have realized that this place was not really nature.
Because all of this scenery was an artificial landscape created with magical engineering products that produced scenery very close to nature.
But unfortunately, Dohyeon didn’t have the presence of mind to do so.
Because even this beautiful scenery couldn’t be properly captured in the eyes.
That makes sense, because…
“No, really. I’m telling you, that’s exactly what happened. Whenever Kaiser saw a guild, he would completely lose his mind, despising it as a ‘cesspool’ full of greedy trash who don’t know their place, but now he’s the guild master.”
“Wow, really? That’s quite unexpected. Aren’t you on the reserved side now?”
“Well, maybe I’ve just matured with age? I guess the time in Demloch was just the storm of adolescence.”
“Hmm. The Kaiser of back then and the Kaiser of today are certainly very different. He felt a bit rougher back then.”
Wow, I see.
“eww…….”
Because four women and six men were sitting around, chatting and talking about themselves while taking in the scenery.
And just as Hyuna said, it was a face they all knew.
“her?”
As I involuntarily blurted out a question, the guys whirled their heads around and waved their hands as if to say hello.
“Oh, you’re here? This place is nice. It doesn’t lag behind even compared to your guild building, old man.”
“I actually think I like this place better. It feels similar yet different from where I usually train, so it gives me good inspiration.”
“Oh… wait, the Guild Master is here.”
“Brother Kaiser!”
“K-Lord Kaiser? Loyalty!”
A woman with brilliant silver hair and sharp eyes, and a woman with silky purple hair and an innocent face reminiscent of a flower deer.
And behind them, a cute-looking woman with an awkward smile and a young man holding an arrow.
And a burly man befitting the heavy shield, and even faces that were so familiar they looked like beggars.
‘… … Kuku? Sword Emperor?’
In order, they were the Empress, the Sword Saint, the younger sister, the Shield King’s party, and the group chat friends.
What on earth is this combination?
Dohyeon could not stand the bizarre combination that he could not believe even with his own eyes, and he frowned with all his might.
How is this supposed to be a guild building?
It’s a meeting place.
