Chapter 1: Prologue
Chapter 1: Prologue
Lee Jae-hoon was born into a poor family, and despite all his efforts, he was left with nothing but debt to repay.
Unlike his friends who enjoyed their college life, he spent most of his time in the library, desperate to earn even a penny more in scholarship funds.
He worked part-time jobs and studied until he was exhausted, barely able to think straight.
When he had some spare time, he read books.
It wasn't because he enjoyed reading; he simply had no time for any other hobbies.
He was currently reading a book about ancient Rome.
He didn't have a special interest in Rome, but he thought it would be useful to learn some Western history for his courses.
He also had an assignment to research an ancient figure and write a review, so he decided to finish it today.
The most famous person in ancient Rome was undoubtedly Julius Caesar, also known as Caesar.
He rose from poverty to greatness, achieving remarkable success.
This passage contrasted sharply with Jae-hoon's situation, making him feel bitter.
'Well, the past and the present are different, so maybe what he did was possible... No, why am I having such pathetic thoughts?'
Trying to belittle a historical figure would only make him feel disgusted with himself.
"If only I could see the future as easily as I read the recorded history in books, maybe I could achieve success that is beyond compare."
As he turned the pages of the book, he found himself indulging in pointless daydreams, feeling his eyes grow heavy.
Was it because he had forced himself to work part-time yesterday, even though he had a high fever?
He had taken fever reducers, but he still felt sick.
"...Forget about the assignment and everything else, let me just get some rest."
He used the book as a pillow and lay down. Within five seconds, sleep overtook him.
Just before he lost consciousness, thoughts of the interest on his loan kept swirling in his mind.
"If only I could live even one day without worrying about money..."
That was the last, pitiful thought that Jae-hoon had in this miserable life.
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