Black Corporation: Joseon - Chapter 138

Episode 138: Fishing. (3)

Lim Soon-wook desperately made an excuse in response to the unexpected order to go out.

“It is an honor to order you to go to war, but is Sosaeng qualified?”

At those words, Heo Jo stepped forward.

“Isn’t it true that you passed the state exam?”

“But…”

When Lim Sun-wook hesitated, Kim Jeom gently coaxed him.

“Why did Lim Saengwon Lim Saengwon see the past? Wasn’t it because of Cheongun’s dream of going to the civil service and becoming a prominent figure of this country? Although, due to various circumstances, the intention had to be broken. But now is my chance to dream again.”

“Hello….”

When Lim Sun-wook was still confused, Dae-heon came forward.

“Lim Saengwon! Examining the civil service examination and entering the civil service is something that a nobleman in Joseon should do! How can you hesitate! “That is truly disloyalty!”

“Oh my…”

When the word ‘disloyalty’ came out, Lim Soon-wook became tearful and cried out without realizing it.

Seeing that, Kim Jeom explained the situation of the government.

“It may sound like a bolt from the blue for Lim Saengwon, but the current situation in the government is not good. “There is no one at the court.”

“The door to the past was wide open a few years ago?”

Kim Jeom sighed at Im Soon-wook’s protest.

“Whoa~. That’s right. However, there are still many people who came in that way and have unsightly jobs. In addition, problems arose as the intestines progressed.”

“What if you say it’s a problem?”

“There are no people actively moving. That’s an issue we also need to reflect on. But now the officials are busy chasing after His Majesty the Prime Minister’s plan.”

Kim Jeom explained the current situation of the government.

As King Sejong began to decorate the palace, the number of officials began to increase rapidly.

There were two ways to fill the staff. In the center, people were filled through civil service examinations, and in the provinces, government officials were converted into official officials.

Converting the vassals into official officials was a double-edged sword for the vassals.

This meant that they were given bonuses and opportunities for promotion, but at the same time, they were subject to the strict application of the superior system.

Because of this, Ajeon had to either leave Ajeonjik or leave their hometown and move to another region.

Despite this large-scale recruitment of central and local officials, problems continued to arise.

The first problem was that those who had newly entered government positions through the civil service examination and those who had become official officials were not able to properly adapt to the position.

Both those who had passed the state exam and their subordinates were having a hard time learning arithmetic, which had become the basic knowledge of government officials.

Of course, there was a positive function in the process of being able to select those who could see a future, but the problem was that the number was small.

While explaining this part, Kim Jeom added.

“Of course, starting this year, we will be able to supply and demand more talented people by giving opportunities to people from the northwest and western regions to enter the workforce.”

“I’m sorry, but I think there was a mistake in coordination in that area.”

‘The adjustment was a mistake.’ Lim Sun-wook’s point drew the attention of not only the government ministers but also Sejong and Hyang.

Lim Soon-wook, whether aware of the situation or not, explained what the problem was.

“It is already known to everyone who knows that Ajeondeul has become an official manager. However… those who see the past are still preparing for the past, focusing on scriptures and poems.”

Lim Sun-wook continued his speech by explaining the situation of those preparing for the civil service examination.

“Of course, there are people who know the importance of arithmetic and are preparing for it because the current official is a relative. But how many of the current officials are relatives? It is necessary to accurately inform in advance whether the item being evaluated in the past is memorization of scriptures, reading, or arithmetic. Only then can you avoid toiling twice.”

Lim Sun-wook continued to explain what the court had missed.

“It is the same to tell us what is right and wrong. I saw the double vision that took place in Hanseong several times, but it only told me whether I would win or lose. Even if it takes a little effort, we need to let those who are eliminated know where their shortcomings are and why they were eliminated. That way, those who want to run for office will prepare properly and we will be able to more clearly distinguish between those who excel.”

“Ah~.”

King Sejong and the ministers all nodded at Im Soon-wook’s point.

But the person who had the strongest impact was the scent.

‘You forgot this! Let’s reflect! ‘Reflect!’

Sejong looked at Lim Soon-wook with happy eyes.

“As expected, he is a talented person! “This person is absolutely necessary for coordination!”

“Your Majesty, but the resuscitation…”

As Im Soon-wook tried to leave after King Sejong’s words, Kim Jeom intervened again.

“You can solve the problem of entry-level management that way, but the problem lies with middle-level and high-level management.”

“yes?”

“There hasn’t been much change in local areas yet, but central coordination is changing significantly. First of all, the first thing that catches your eye is that, as I just said, the number of officials has increased significantly. As the number of new officials increases, it is natural that the number of middle-level officials who must command them should also increase. “Isn’t that right?”

“That’s right.”

Lim Sun-wook was dragged into the conversation without even realizing it by Kim Jeom’s skillful speech.

“There is a problem with the rapid increase in middle-level management. “Perhaps due to lack of experience, there are problems with distribution of work and problems with managing the progress of work.”

“I can only say that time is the only answer to that question. Or, the highest-ranking officials will definitely do it…”

Im Sun-wook, who was speaking, quickly closed his mouth. The people he pointed out now were the ministers standing right in front of him. If he wanted to go a little further, he would even risk the king sitting above him.

‘dead!’

Lim Soon-wook, who realized his mistake, began to sweat profusely with a pale face.

However, King Sejong and the ministers did not reprimand him. Instead, Kim Jeom nodded and agreed.

“You are right! That’s the problem! To be honest, His Majesty the Lord and the Crown Prince are now leading the race, and we are busy keeping up. That’s why we need people like you!”

“It seems like you are looking at resuscitation too seriously….”

“Be honest. It’s true that you don’t know how many dishes you have. Like you said, it may be looking at the bigger picture. But it is clear that you have what we lack.”

Lim Sun-wook became more curious about Kim Jeom’s words.

‘What on earth are you looking at me?’

In the end, Soonwook Lim asked Jeom Kim.

“What did you see in the resuscitation?”

“Eye to see. “It is the eye that sees what we cannot see.”

Kim Jeom explained honestly to Lim Sun-wook.

-I keep saying this, but the current capabilities of the ministers and ministers are too busy to implement the policies proposed by His Majesty the Prime Minister and the Crown Prince.

This is not only a competency issue, but also a large part of the workload.

“Hmm! Come!”

Sejong cleared his throat with a slightly uncomfortable expression upon Kim Jeom’s remark, but Kim Jeom didn’t care and continued talking.

‘If you don’t like something, fire me!’

-As a result, the overall ethos of the government is moving in a passive direction. This is a situation in which all officials, from ministers above to low-ranking officials below, only carry out orders given to them.

-This may not be a big problem right now, but it will become a big problem in the future. This is because there are too few people who can check whether the direction is going in the right direction.

“There are some qualified people. “It’s Hwang Mo (某) and his gang… but the problem is that they’re all busy in the north right now.”

Kim Jeom, who did not miss the opportunity and criticized Hwang Hee, told Lim Sun-wook his conclusion.

“So in coordination, we need people to make sure we are heading in the right direction.”

“Aren’t His Majesty the Lord and the Crown Prince already here? “I don’t know if Sosaeng really has the capacity to do that.”

Lim Sun-wook continued to argue, but his momentum was much weaker than before. Sejong intervened in the words of Lim Soon-wook, who was worried about his own capabilities.

“The ministers stepped forward because they have sufficient capabilities. Therefore, I would like Lim Saeng-won to go to government office and help Gwain (寡人).”

When King Sejong humbled himself and asked, Im Soon-wook was lost in thought.

‘It’s not that I didn’t have Cheongun’s dream, but….’

Lim Soon-wook couldn’t help but worry as he felt Cheongun’s dream, which he had thought was unrelated to him for 20 years, grow again.

Meanwhile, the ministers were whispering quietly with faces filled with mixed emotions.

“Hehe…. How long has it been since the Prime Minister called him a Gwain?…”

“So…”

Until the purge of the senior ministers, symbolized by Ryu Jeong-hyeon, King Sejong used the word ‘Gwain’. I lived. However, after the purge of the senior ministers who were putting pressure on the kingship, King Sejong rarely uttered the word ‘gwain’.

Lim Soon-wook, who had been thinking for a while, opened his mouth.

“It is the duty of the people to follow the orders given by His Majesty the Lord. However, Sosaeng runs a commercial association. “It is okay to hand over the Sanghoe to the son of the Sosaeng, but if you do it wrong, it could tarnish His Majesty the Lord’s name.”

Kim Jeom chimed in with Lim Soon-wook’s point.

“Does Saengwon’s store sell Hojo’s exclusive products?”

“no.”

“Or do you do civil engineering work?”

“no.”

“Then what’s the problem?”

“Yes, but a mere merchant becoming a confidant of the royal court will give rise to bad rumors.”

Sejong asked as Lim Soon-wook looked hesitant.

“Are you not confident enough to refrain from worrying about yourself?”

“no!”

“Then it’s no problem. “Why are there Daesaheon and Daesagan in the government?”

“….”

At Sejong’s words, Im Soon-wook fell silent again.

Lim Sun-wook, who had been thinking for a while, stood up and bowed deeply to King Sejong.

“Resuscitate Lim Soon-wook! We uphold His Majesty the Lord’s command! “I am devastated that you have given such a great opportunity to such a humble person!”

When Lim Soon-wook accepted Sejong’s proposal, Sejong did something unconventional. King Sejong, who came down from the party house and walked in front of Im Sun-wook, gave orders to Lim Sun-wook.

“Lim Saengwon, stand up.”

When Lim Soon-wook stood up, Sejong lightly patted Lim Soon-wook on the shoulder.

“Please take care of me in the future.”

“I’m going to change my mind. Hehehe!”

Lim Sun-wook was thrilled that King Sejong personally patted him on the shoulder and encouraged him.

In this way, someone who had been invisible in history before the intervention of incense rose to the forefront of history.

* * *

“Then, please come to the school after five days. In the meantime, I and the ministers will decide where you will work.”

“majesty. “This is truly an honorable request, but please give me 15 days.”

“15 days? why?”

When Sejong asked the reason, Lim Soon-wook calmly explained the reason.

“As you said, the reorganization of the Chamber of Commerce can be completed to some extent in about five days. However, Shin does not know much about the palace plans that the government has promoted so far. Of course, there are many things we see from the outside, but we don’t know what’s inside, so we need to take the time to understand them.”

“Right. yes!”

After hearing Lim Soon-wook’s explanation, Sejong liked Lim Sun-wook even more.

“Then I will give you fifteen days to do whatever you want. However, major records related to Gyeongjang cannot be circulated outside the country because they are confidential. Do Seung-ji, please listen.”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

King Sejong gave orders to Do Seung-ji.

“Please give Lim Saengwon here the card that allows him to enter the records center.”

“I follow your orders.”

In response to King Sejong’s favor, Lim Sun-wook bowed once again and shouted.

“I am devastated!”

* * *

King Sejong, who liked Lim Sun-wook so much, accompanied him to the entrance of Geunjeongjeon and saw him off.

It was a small skit that made Lim Soon-wook cry so deeply.

After seeing Lim Soon-wook off, King Sejong went back to the party house.

“Now then, who would it be better for Lim Saengwon to work with?”

Sejong, who caught Im Soon-wook, seemed very satisfied and lightly rubbed his hands together and asked a question.

Flap! Flap!

As soon as King Sejong’s words left his mouth, the sleeves of their official uniforms were flapping and the royal council and ministers raised their hands.

“Huh? “Tell me the reason, starting with Yeonguijeong.”

Yeonguijeong Lee Jik opened his mouth at the order given by King Sejong, who was slightly surprised by the unexpected situation.

“Lim Saengwon’s greatest strength is his vision, so he is the best fit for Uijeongbu. “Uijeongbu’s job is to coordinate in advance matters coming from each ministry, so this is where Lim Sun-wook’s insight will shine the most.”

“That seems plausible.”

Sejong nodded. Heo Jo shouted urgently.

“majesty! Lim Saeng-won’s abilities are perfect for Lee Jo. Lee Jo’s job is to manage the administration of the entire Joseon Dynasty. “With Lim Saeng-won’s insight and experience running a commercial company, I can handle this!”

“majesty! Considering Lim Saeng-won’s career as a business owner, he is someone we need right away! “Balancing the nation’s finances is more important than anything else!”

Starting with Heo Jo and Kim Jeom, the ministers of each group all shouted that they needed Im Saengwon.