The Youngest Son of Sunyang (Reborn Rich)

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"The negotiations have already concluded. The exchange rate today is 1,342 won. You offered 1,600 won. Is there might be some hidden agenda?"

"It could go above 2,000 won. By the time the ten billion dollars come into your hands, you'll be facing massive losses."

"Do you really think the exchange rate could reach 2,000 won?"

I should verify the forecasting abilities of the Sunyang Economic Research Institute. Is it true that they've gathered some truly smart individuals? "There's a 90% or higher probability it could go up to 2,200 won. That's according to the institute's researchers. It's not always accurate, but sometimes it is."

Grandfather discreetly observed my reaction. "Why? Are you concerned that it might go above 2,000 won?"

"You know; I've mentioned before that it could go above 2,000 won. But it doesn't bother me at all. After all, am I not your grandson? I'm not the kind of person who would let you incur losses."

"I know you're not a pushover, and you're not causing me any losses either. So, what are the additional conditions?"

Trying to outsmart someone who's quick-witted only arouses unnecessary suspicion. I might as well bring it up now.

"I have two requests."

"Very well, let's hear it. Let's see if you're going to make up for what you've lost or gain even more."

In front of a curious grandfather, I pulled out a map I had prepared.

"Isn't this a map of Seoul?"

"Yes. Please take a look at the places marked with red circles."

Grandfather carefully examined about a dozen locations before looking up. "What's this?"

"These are Seoul city-owned public lands."

"Public lands?"

"Yes. I want to purchase this land at a low price."

"Hmm... Are you asking me to pressure the Seoul mayor?"

"No, not at all. The current mayor has only six months left in office. We should make this request, or rather, demand it from the next mayor."

At the word "demand," a glint appeared in Grandfather's eyes.

"Did you perhaps have your maternal uncle in mind?"

"Yes."

"No, you can't." As if there was nothing more to discuss, he pushed the map aside. "I will take care of the campaign funds your for uncle. If your uncle becomes the mayor of Seoul, he can pressure the sale of the public lands, and you just need to apply pressure to the constituency's representative. Maybe the pressure on the representative won't even be necessary."

Ignoring Grandfather's firm refusal, I continued speaking. "Well, isn't there a good reason for it? If the city sells all the non-operational lands to secure funds amid the national economic crisis, there should be no opposition."

"Ah, that rascal!"

"Could you please explain the reason for your opposition?"

"It's not about the reason; it's about the family. This should be reason enough."

Indeed, bloodlines mattered in the world of men, and a daughter's bloodline extended beyond the boundaries of the family.

Pretending not to understand, I made a deliberate misinterpretation. "The Seoul mayor doesn't have much influence on the Sunyang Group."