Do-jun was muttering inaudible words while looking at a pile of papers.
She was trying to comprehend what just happened 20 minutes ago.
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<b>“What? You don’t have to strain yourself. Mr. Do-jun.”</b>
Kwon Hyuk-soo grinned.
Do-jun couldn’t even find his own desk right now in the office, what more to deal with basic administrative systems.
Furthermore, it would be a stupid idea to send a person who had been in intensive care until yesterday to a Rift now, even if it’s an F-class one.
<b>“T-that’s right, Do-jun. Think of it as learning step-by-step from the beginning. Also, that hunter has already given the letter of transfer to Hyuk-soo in the City Hall.”</b>
Do-jun looked around.
All of the staff in the department, including the chief, were looking at him.
Some people chatted over each other’s faces, pretending to be doing tasks while eavesdropping on their conversation.
<b>“I can understand why you think I’m not trustworthy. It’s natural for everyone to think that way. However, please trust me this time.”</b>
<b>“……”</b>
<b>“Please help me to be part of the team once again.”</b>
At that remark,
Kwon Hyuk-soo, who had been absent-minded for a while, smiled.
He then walked to a cabinet, picked up a file, and handed it to Do-jun.
<Transfer of Rift Exploration Operations>
<b>“Hey! Kwon Hyuk-soo! What are you doing?”</b>
<b>“Chief… he’s also part of our team, right?”</b>
<b>“Y-yes, he is.”</b>
<b>“I can understand why you’re anxious, as the chief of this department, you hold a lot of responsibility. Also, all of us are constantly on the edge in case an emergency or an accident happens. However, let’s be honest now…”</b>
Kwon Hyuk-soo looked at each and every one of them.
<b>“Is there anyone who thought of Do-jun as a real team member?”</b>
Everyone avoided eye contact with him.
Kang Chul-soo’s face turned red and raised his voice.
<b>“When Mr. Do-jun was seriously injured! When he was unconscious… didn’t someone say during lunch that maybe we should just hire a new employee? At that time, did anyone ever get mad when you heard that? Everyone agreed with it all inside, right?”</b>
Kwon Hyuk-soo’s words brought the entire atmosphere of the office in shambles.
Then a female employee stood up and shouted.
<b>“No, Mr. Hyuk-soo. How can you say that? When did we ever think of that…?”</b>
<b>“Let’s just be honest! We…”</b>
Kwon Hyuk-soo raised his voice, and it was audible in the other departments. The staff from other departments rose from their seats and looked at their way with a puzzled look.
<b>“When Mr. Do-jun came in, honestly, I was really annoyed. I thought he was just a burden. How could a person like him be hired in this industry? I was resentful to the HR department because of that! I can’t even answer the phone properly because I have to teach him every now and then. Then, when I go back to my conversation on the phone, I would lose track of the conversation at hand! He doesn’t seem to exert effort at all, and when the other employees are still at work, he gets off at exactly six o’clock!”</b>
Kwon Hyuk-soo’s shoulders were jittering as he was airing out his sentiments.
He then brushed his hair and took a big breath and began sulking.
<b>“And until now, I still hate him. It’s because he doesn’t really express himself, but it’s about to change. He’s now trying his best. If we keep treating him the same, this situation would also continue to be the same in the future.”</b>
Do-jun received the document from Kwon Hyuk-soo and held it in his hand.
<b>“Do-jun would now become my successor. Chief, no, everyone. I’ll take all the responsibility. So just once… please believe in us just this once.”</b>