Chapter 72:Money and Talent Pour In

 

Chapter 72: The Children's Talents

Ryuseong arrived at the Sky Orphanage right on time. Seeing him for the first time in a while, the children welcomed him with great enthusiasm. As soon as he stepped inside, Ryuseong activated 'Talent Observer'.

> [Using Talent Observer (2 charges remaining).]

> [Charges remaining: 2 -> 1.]

> 

It happened at that exact moment.

> [Exclusive Quest Triggered!]

> [For the Future Leaders of Tomorrow!]

> [Many children live their lives having given up on their dreams. Because they lack money, because of their unfortunate environments, because they lack opportunities. For various reasons, these future leaders have realized how harsh the world is far too early. Show these children that it is okay to have dreams and goals! Every time the children achieve something, the system will evaluate it and grant rewards.]

> [Time Limit: Unlimited.]

> 

An exclusive quest popped up.

*The future leaders of tomorrow.*

It seemed he would receive rewards whenever the children achieved something. With an unlimited time limit and the system determining the rewards, this was practically a bonus. It was just like the regular sponsorship quest.

*This is huge.*

Of course, he would only know the quality of the rewards once he actually received them.

"It’s the ahjussi!"

"Hellooo!"

Just then, welcoming voices echoed. Snapping out of his thoughts, Ryuseong looked at the children approaching him.

"Hey there. Hyungmin and Heea, hello. I haven't seen you in a while, it looks like you've grown a lot taller?"

"I mark it on the pillar every single day, but it’s exactly the same!"

"That's right! It’s the same!"

"Checking every day is too fast. If you look a month from now, it'll definitely be different."

"Really?"

"Of course."

"Then I’m going to measure it a month from now!"

"Alright, I'll look forward to it."

"Okay!"

He also greeted Park Chanmin, who looked like he'd be good at soccer, and Kim Ina, who had a lovely voice. At the same time, he quickly scanned the talents hovering above their heads.

> **[Potential]**

> Endurance (A-grade), Speed (-A-grade), Footwork (-A-grade)…….

> 

> **[Potential]**

> Creativity (A-grade), Rhythm (A-grade), Absolute Pitch (A-grade)…….

> 

Park Chanmin possessed potential perfectly suited for soccer, while Kim Ina had talents tailored for music.

Ryuseong hurriedly opened the notepad app on his smartphone and quickly jotted down the 3 or 4 most outstanding talents of each child, along with a general evaluation.

"Chanmin and Ina, it’s been a while too."

"Hello!"

Lastly, he smiled as he looked at the two high schoolers. It was because he recalled receiving their letters. The kids seemed to be thinking the same thing, looking a bit embarrassed.

"Good to see you too, Yujong and Jieun."

"Ah, yes!"

"You remember all of our names……?"

"Of course. I memorized them diligently after going home."

"……Thank you."

"Come on, that's enough with the formal greetings."

"Ah, yes……!"

He raised both hands and lightly patted the two kids on the head.

*Pat, pat.*

His gaze naturally drifted toward the potentials floating above their heads; both children possessed strong will and mental fortitude.

"Ah, do you not like having your hair touched?"

"Ah, no. It’s fine……!"

"Me too!"

"Is that so?"

Ryuseong patted them a bit more before pulling his hands away.

Afterward, he greeted the children who had come from other orphanages, methodically taking notes on their potential. Watching him, the children grew curious about what he was writing down so intently.

"What are you writing down?"

"I want to see too!"

"No can do, this is my own secret notebook."

However, without reacting much, Ryuseong focused solely on greeting the other children, learning their names, and writing down the potential they possessed.

*Phew, finished.*

Since there were fewer than thirty children in total, it didn’t take very long.

"Alright, now that we've greeted everyone, where is the director?"

"The three of them are probably in the director's office right now."

"Is that so? Thanks."

Ryuseong headed straight to the director's office.

He saw the three directors inside.

As he exchanged greetings, he used the remaining duration of Observer's eyes to look at their talents. The talent of the director of the Sky Orphanage particularly caught his eye.

> **[Potential]**

> Responsibility (+A-grade), Judgment (A-grade), Passion (A-grade), Trust (A-grade), Sincerity (A-grade)…….

> **[General Evaluation]**

> Approaches any task assigned with a sincere heart and passion. Knows how to move in the right direction, and combined with a sense of responsibility, is a textbook example of a benevolent ruler type.

> 

The talents and even the general evaluation burned into his sight.

> ['Talent Observer' duration has ended.]

> 

Ryuseong hurriedly wrote down that evaluation in his notepad. The three directors tilted their heads in confusion, but they waited for him for a moment.

"Ah, I’m sorry. Something important suddenly came to mind……."

"It’s quite alright."

"Thank you. Shall we talk then?"

Han Aera, the director of the Sky Orphanage, looked at Ryuseong with a somewhat serious expression.

"Before that, let me ask you just one question."

"Yes, Director."

"I feel like things have gotten a bit big. I wanted to ask if you're really going to be okay."

"I’ve had similar thoughts, but I'll be fine. A sponsorship foundation is scheduled to be established soon."

"Pardon……? A sponsorship foundation?"

"Yes. I plan to start sponsoring places in need o

f help in earnest, not just here."

"Ah, that's…… congratulations, truly."

"Thank you."

Ryuseong smiled gently.

“As a starting point, I intend to sponsor the dreams of the children here. Would everyone be okay with that?”

The three directors nodded their heads.

“We’ve already heard about it, but if it even involves establishing a sponsorship foundation…… there’s absolutely no reason to object.”

“It’s a wonderful thing for the children.”

Just then, Director Han Aera handed him some documents.

“With that in mind, please read through this first. It will be helpful.”

“What is this?”

“It’s what the children wrote. It contains everything they want to do and achieve.”

“Ah……!”

He felt even more grateful that they had made such preparations. However, there would likely be a fairly large gap between what was written here and the talents Ryuseong had verified with his own two eyes. Even though he had only scanned the first document, he could clearly confirm that fact.

“Since I’ve received this, I should share my thoughts as well.”

“We’re listening.”

“For now, I don’t plan to focus on the content written here.”

“Pardon……?”

“I’m sure the children thought hard and wrote it down, but honestly, I don't believe that's everything. I think the priority is for them to experience and try many different things to find out where their interests lie and where their talents truly shine.”

Looking at the directors who were nodding in agreement, he continued.

“So, I plan to prepare as much as possible and let them gain experience first. After they’ve built a foundation of proper experiences, I intend to ask them again. What they want to do, and what they want to become.”

The impressed expressions of the directors caught his eye.

Amidst that.

Ryuseong’s gaze kept drifting back to Director Han Aera.

That talent, and that general evaluation.

No matter how much he thought about it, she was the perfect person for the job. He was already in a situation where he needed to hire someone, and she seemed just right. Finding someone with a more perfect talent than hers would be close to impossible.

What would be the best way to handle this?

A method to pull Director Han Aera in at once.

Hmm.

It was a bit sly, but it couldn't be helped.

“Instead, I have a condition.”

He had no choice but to attach a condition they couldn't refuse.

“A condition…… you say?”

“Yes.”

The expressions of the three directors stiffened slightly.

It was a flow exactly as expected.

“Director Han Aera.”

“Yes.”

“My condition is simple.”

“Please, tell us.”

“I would be grateful if you would become the Vice President of the sponsorship foundation I am establishing. That is the condition I am setting.”

“Pardon……?”

“Please take the position of Vice President.”

“Ah, no, well, that is……”

“I'm asking because I know I can trust you and leave it in your hands, Director Han Aera. In fact, it’s also too difficult for me to handle alone. I'm asking for your help.”

“Uh, um. Let me think about it a little……”

Ryuseong drove the wedge into the faltering Han Aera.

“I told you, it is a condition.”

Director Han Aera glared at him with half-closed eyes at Ryuseong’s firm yet playful tone. However, she soon let out a sigh as if giving up and nodded her head.

It didn't feel like the vibe of someone accepting reluctantly. Her two eyes were already burning with firm determination.

“I am more particular than you think. As I've gotten older and lived a tough life, I’ve changed to become even more so. Especially when it comes to handling this kind of work. Will you really be okay with that?”

“Of course.”

“Alright. This will be an opportunity for me as well. Since I'll be able to show a better world to even more children. I can think of it that way, right?”

“Yes, it will absolutely turn out that way.”

It was a great relief.

That Director Han Aera didn't refuse.

“I'll be in your care.”

“Me too, Vice President Han Aera.”

“Ahem……”

Perhaps the title was still awkward, as Director Han Aera cleared her throat and averted her gaze.

“Let's discuss the specific details once the foundation is established.”

“Sounds good.”

“Then today, lunch is completely on me. Since all the children are gathered, we should eat something delicious. We can also tell them about what we discussed today while we eat.”

“Shall we do that, then?”

“Yes, let's go.”

Leaving the director's office, they ordered the food first. Afterward, they enjoyed a luxurious lunch together with the children. At that spot, he also lightly mentioned the future plans.

“……Since we plan to provide support like that, just keep that in mind.”

“Yessir!”

"Thank you!"

Regardless of age, everyone swelled with anticipation.

It was time to sell TQQQ.

"Hmm, it's ambiguous."

The main point was simply selling TQQQ and buying SQQQ.

He hesitated, wondering if it was really necessary to go live just to show a trading session that would take less than a minute. However, since he had replaced the last one with a simple post, he eventually leaned toward doing a live stream.

“Well, why not?”

He figured he could just chat with them for a bit.

It had been a while, and honestly, he missed interacting with his viewers.

Once the decision was made, he moved into action.

*Sshhh.*

After putting on his Hahoe mask, he started the broadcast.

**<Live ON Stream>**

Viewers began to pour in. The speed was certainly slower than before, but a significant number of people joined within a very short window.

“Good to see you all.”

> **Al-tang:** Why didn't you stream last time? T_T

> **Parrot:** How long has it been...?

> **Stock-Noob:** *Huff, huff*... I thought I was gonna collapse waiting!

> 

Seeing the familiar IDs for the first time in a while made him feel welcomed.

> **Rabbit:** Wow, seriously!

> **Uneven-Feet:** Look here, Mr. Channel Owner! This is a bit much, don't you think!

> 

Ryuseong gave an awkward laugh.

Of course, it wasn't visible behind the mask.

“Now that I hear it, I really have been in the wrong. I’ve been a bit busy, and since all my investment capital was already tied up in stocks, I didn't have much to show you. Today is similar, but I turned on the stream just to chat for a bit. How have you all been?”

> **Uneven-Feet:** We’ve been fine! I sold SQQQ and bought TQQQ as soon as I saw your post! lol

> **Al-tang:** Me too ㅋㅋㅋ

> **Stock-Noob:** The timing was a work of art...!

> 

“Glad to hear it. But just so you know, I think there’s a bit more room for a decline, so keep that in mind. The atmosphere is still pretty gloomy. Between the US and China... whew.”

> **Al-tang:** Ugh, I’m so sick of this trade war!

> **Delete:** I really wish it would just end T_T

> **Gray:** The market volatility lately is insane...

> 

“I’m sick of it too. Well, even so, we’ve got to make a profit at times like these. Since the market is open, let’s get some trading done. Remember how I mentioned on the community board that I’d only hold TQQQ for about a week? Today is the final day. I’m going to sell my TQQQ and buy back into SQQQ.”

**Stock Name:** TQQQ

**Purchase Amount:** $5,567,678

**Return:** 40.3%

**Valuation Profit/Loss:** $2,243,774

**Total Valuation:** $7,811,452

A total valuation of 7.81 million dollars.

It was a fortune amounting to nearly 9 billion Korean won.

> [Sell order executed.]

> [Sell order executed.]

> [Sell order...]

> 

Because the amount was so large, it took quite a while for the entire position to be sold. After waiting patiently, he managed to sell everything at his target price.

“Whew. Now, I should buy, right?”

He immediately moved to purchase SQQQ.

> [Buy order executed.]

> [Buy order...]

> 

Since the downward trend was set to continue from today until November 9th, the profits from SQQQ were going to be substantial.

By the time he took profits next time, his assets would finally break into the 10-billion-won range. Of course, once he started sponsoring in earnest, that money would disappear quickly.

But still.

He didn't think that money would just melt away.

Because he would keep earning.

In fact, he would earn far more than he ever had before.

“Well, that’s everything finished. Shall we chat for a bit?”

> **Al-tang:** Let's go!

> **Semiconductor-God:** What happened with the movie investment? lol

> **Uneven-Feet:** Oh, right. The movie! ㅋㅋㅋ

> 

Thankfully, he did have something to talk about.

“Actually, regarding the movie this time...”

After chatting 

excitedly for about an hour, he ended the live stream.</Live>

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