Chapter 7: Shifting Alliances and Brutal Takeover

Chapter 7: Shifting Alliances and Brutal Takeover

Ansan:

A triumphant smirk played on Lee Jin's face as he ended the call. "Ansan is ours, Mr. Kim," he announced, his voice laced with satisfaction. "Taesuk has finally seen reason and joined E Industries."

On the other end of the line, a deep chuckle resonated. "Excellent work, Lee Jin," replied a voice that radiated power and authority. "Kim Daeho here. Ansan will be a valuable asset in our expansion plans."

Lee Jin bowed his head, his eyes gleaming with ambition. "Of course, Mr. Kim. We will continue to pave the way for your vision."

Gangbuk:

The silence hung heavy as Juan and his men left, leaving behind a trail of confusion. Taejun, unable to contain his curiosity, finally approached his brother.

"What was that about, Soloman?" he asked, his voice tight with apprehension. "Who are those people from Gangdong, and what is E Industries?"

Soloman hesitated, then took a deep breath. "E Industries is one of the biggest companies in the country, Taejun," he explained, his voice grim. "Their CEO, Kim Daeho, is a legend of the Z generation. He built this empire after the Z generation ended, with a team of 15 ruthless executives. Their goal? To take over the entire country."

Taejun's eyes widened in disbelief. "Take over the country? But why?"

"Power, control, resources," Soloman said, his fists clenching. "They want it all. And they're using brute force and manipulation to achieve it."

"And Juan?" Taejun continued, his voice trembling. "He wants to join forces with you?"

"He sees E Industries as a threat to Gangdong's independence," Soloman replied. "He proposed an alliance, a united front against their expansion."

Taejun digested this information, a whirlwind of emotions churning within him. Just as he was about to ask another question, a chilling report reached them.

"Soloman," a messenger announced, his voice shaking, "we have news from Bucheon. E Industries has taken over. The King, Mi Sook, has been defeated."

Bucheon:

The workshop floor was slick with blood, a testament to the brutal takeover. Kuroi Akuryo, a young man with cold eyes and a cruel smile, stood over the fallen King, Mi Sook. His tracksuit was stained crimson, his sunglasses glinting in the dim light. He defeated atleast 250 men without getting hit

"Bucheon now belongs to E Industries," he declared, his voice devoid of emotion. "Resistance is futile. Join us, or face the consequences."

Mi Sook, battered and bruised, spat defiantly at his feet. "We will never bow to your tyranny!"

Kuroi's smile widened, a chilling glint in his eyes. "Then you will die a pointless death," he said, raising his fist for the final blow.

Chapter 7: End