The Count’s Youngest Son Is A Player - Chapter 303

Episode 303

: Buzz.

There was a long line of people.

“Don’t cut in line there!”

“Doing it first will not change the outcome!”

“Those who have confirmed the results, please go back! “Doing it twice doesn’t change anything.”

Big gym.

Inside, hundreds of capsule-like devices were arranged side by side.

The only difference is that it does not have a glass lid.

It was also noticeable that the special liquid required for connection did not flow out.

When it was their turn, the people who were waiting in line went into the capsule-type device as instructed, lay down, connected a few lines, and were tested.

There was a large banner hanging on the wall in front of the gym.

-Connect Compliance Temporary Inspection Station.

This was a temporary testing station where you could check whether you could connect to Connect.

It wasn’t just Connect Player who was shocked after the announcement of the end of the open beta service was made.

“What about people who are unlucky and don’t win the capsule?”

“Giving only those with capsules a choice is clear discrimination!”

“What does the government do? “Shouldn’t we at least be given the opportunity to choose formal service?”

Of course, outraged citizens began protesting in front of Connect Co., Ltd.’s headquarters, and the sparks spread to governments around the world.

The question was not whether the option of giving up the main body of Earth and connecting to Connect really made sense or was feasible.

After the two gate waves exploded, people realized.

Death is not that far away.

Those who faced a ruined city and vicious monsters could not hide their anxiety.

And the official Connect service was a kind of insurance that could be relied on in case of unexpected disaster.

In fact, in various media and communities, stories of people who barely survived because of the capsule and news of people who died in real life but were alive in Connect continued to be heard.

‘It’s hard to believe, but just in case, wouldn’t it be possible to survive there?’

‘damn. After all, I lost my home and my job, so why would I continue to stay in a place where monsters are pouring out like this?’

Such sentiments gathered together and group action began.

Some people suggested that it would be possible to use the ‘low-end public capsule’ that was commercialized a few months ago, but in reality, this was not possible.

The number of accounts a public capsule can store is ten.

In addition, new settings had to be made every time a person changed, so even if you just logged in and set up an account, the number of people you could handle per day was less than ten.

So from the beginning, capsule rooms were operated on a reservation system and fixed-term basis.

Anyway, fortunately, Connect Co., Ltd. presented a solution before the problem grew.

“You won’t be able to access Connect right away, but we will allow you to create a temporary account.”

Additionally, a large number of simple connectors (inspection machines) were installed at specific locations in each country.

However, there were facts that were revealed in the process.

-Not everyone can access Connect.

In order to access Connect through the capsule, a minimum degree of compatibility (synchronization rate) was required.

That is why personal DNA information, including hair, was requested when applying for a capsule.

“no wonder. “There were many rankers among the early users.”

“It wasn’t just because the play time was long.”

There was also a response that curiosity was resolved once the information was revealed.

But there were more people who were indignant than that.

“Then doesn’t that mean that the draw has been focused on those with high suitability?”

“I thought the odds were the same because it was a lottery… but this is a scam!”

Of course, Connect Co., Ltd. did not announce anything about the probability of winning.

Anyway, if we now consider the right and wrong, what will change?

People swallowed their complaints and walked in groups of two to the inspection station.

I hope that you are a suitable candidate.

* * *

“Nonsense! “Why am I a misfit?”

“Teacher, please test again. Something must be wrong!”

“Why is my child a misfit? “Isn’t the measurement method wrong?”

As the inspection progressed, complaints poured in.

This was because, contrary to people’s expectations, the number of people who were judged suitable was very small.

In terms of percentage, it is less than 10%.

This meant that only one out of ten people would be judged suitable.

In a way, this was natural.

In a way, the capsule was an interdimensional soul transfer device.

In the end, fitness was a matter of whether the soul had enough strength to withstand dimensional transfer.

Children who were too young had unstable souls and could not withstand the pressure of dimensional transfer.

For those who were older, the bond between the existing body and soul was too strong, and the power of the soul itself was greatly exhausted.

In the end, the ones with the highest level of suitability had to be young people in their twenties to forties.

And since many of them were already connected to Connect through capsules, the compliance rate for those who took the test late was bound to be low.

‘In the end, this probably means that Connect needed young, strong Earthlings from the beginning.’

I don’t know who created the connect system, but he must have been a very cold-hearted person.

Raoul looked at the screen showing the citizens protesting with a bitter expression.

But what can you do?

If it can’t be done, it can’t be done.

Connect Co., Ltd. has repeatedly warned that those with poor suitability may die while connecting.

In reality, it was a dangerous task that could lead not only to death but also to the extinction of one’s soul.

And one more thing.

There was a reason why Raoul’s heart became bitter.

‘Even if the compatibility is low, it doesn’t mean there isn’t a way to access Connect.’

Connect Co., Ltd. did not disclose everything to the public.

Original capsule, not the standard version.

Through it, it was possible to access Connect no matter how low the suitability was.

However, because the supply is so small, not everyone has the opportunity.

And currently, the original capsules were being secretly supplied only to special people.

The first priority, perhaps naturally, were the government figures and politicians of each country.

Even though Connect Co., Ltd. has special technology and exerts strong influence, it was not easy to maintain business without cooperation from governments of each country.

Perhaps because of this, there was a separate amount allocated to each government from the beginning, and the same is true now.

The second is highly influential entrepreneurs or famous figures.

Capsules had already been delivered to companies cooperating in capsule production, as well as prominent figures and academic researchers who could be helpful to the connection.

And lastly, the families of the top Connect rankers were the target.

It appeared to be a measure to prevent cases where family members become shackles and cannot choose to connect.

‘…I guess it can’t be helped.’

Raoul also thought this was unfair treatment at one time.

There was a time when I thought about revealing this fact to the public.

But that wasn’t possible.

If the truth were revealed, would people really accept it?

‘That can’t be possible.’

Clearly, the original capsule was a piece of equipment made for just one person.

However, when people become desperate, they tend to believe what they want to believe.

People will do anything to get the original capsule for themselves or their family.

Fortunately, it ended as a simple robbery, but there was a high possibility that it could escalate into an anti-government protest or riot.

It would have been a disaster for the government to lose control over the people in a situation where no one knew when the gate wave would begin again.

And one more thing.

The fact is that Raul also wants ranked players.

The Earth is also important.

However, Raoul’s hometown now was Connect, not Earth.

In order to maintain that connection, at least one more skilled person was needed.

Even if it was selfish, I couldn’t help it.

What was more important to Raoul now was connection.

That was why I recommended Ilwoo to move to Connect.

In any case, the fact that not all Earthlings can come over to Connect speaks volumes.

‘There may be fewer people choosing Connect than expected.’

Raoul’s face showed concern.

* * *

“This is a list and proposal of those who have requested a meeting with the Chairman.”

The office of Calypse Castle.

People dressed in suits were having a meeting with Raoul.

These are the executives of First Company.

They were working-level staff handling actual work.

“Oh, this is right.”

Raoul looked at the mountain of documents with pitiful eyes.

“So roughly where did the call come from?”

“Not only G20 member countries, but almost all governments that have diplomats stationed in Korea. And many large global companies have also contacted us.”

“Whoa.”

Raoul took out several folders and looked through their contents.

widely.

widely.

widely.

The reading speed gradually increased.

This is because the content written was almost identical.

chin.

Raoul put down the document he was reading on the table and sat back in his chair, lightly massaging his temple as if he had a headache.

‘These fucking bastards.’

Raoul cooled his anger by barely swallowing the swear words that were about to come out.

The requests from each government were roughly as follows.

-If the situation on Earth gets worse, I am considering migrating to Connect to maintain my people and country.

-Earth and Connect have different political systems and environments, so help is needed to adapt.

-I hope that in order to prevent the confusion that will arise as so many people migrate, the provisional government will give up territory that can be used by the Provisional Government. We also hope that funds and resources for reconstruction will be provided.

-If you cooperate, we will allow players to continue to work in the Purple Guild as they do now.

Clearly, the number of people who would be left behind was much higher than those who could come through Connect.

Nevertheless, considering migration is the same as abandoning those left behind.

What was even more scandalous was that their attitude was very proud.

‘This is outrageous.’

It seemed like they didn’t really understand what their situation was.

If they cooperate, they will allow the players’ activities.

In other words, it meant that players would be restricted from guild activities if they did not cooperate.

They can control the people on Earth or in national governments, but do they think they can control the players even after moving to Connect?

‘Are you threatening me when it’s not enough to kneel down and ask for favors?’

This tendency was especially strong in powerful countries, so Raoul could only snort.

And the companies’ proposals differed only in words, but the content was not much different.

They also wanted Connect’s land and gold, and in return they said they would hand over Earth’s currency and equity patents.

‘What good is that now?’

From the moment the gate appeared, First Company had completely stopped gold exchange operations.

In any case, they were of no value to Raoul if the connection with the Earth was lost.

I wondered if they were mistaken in thinking that Earth’s technology had great value here.

“I decline all offers. If you want to negotiate, tell them to offer good terms. Oh and what I want is… … “Try to coordinate well so that you can receive only those things.”

All executives who heard what Raoul wanted looked surprised.

“Shall I hand it over?”

“I don’t think it will be easy…but I will proceed as you instructed.”

Raoul slowly raised the corners of his mouth as he watched them leave with a skeptical look on their faces.

‘It may be true now, but will it be true later?’

There was no easier prey than someone who had already revealed their true intentions.

Now that things had come to this, Raoul was planning to take as much as he could from them.

Not for Raoul himself, but for those who will be left behind on Earth in the future.

Meanwhile, on Earth, hundreds of buses filled with First Company employees and their families were heading somewhere.

Ilwoo, who was leading the line, his eyes lit up.

‘Is it there?’

A hillside with no buildings in sight.

Beyond that, a new home was waiting for them.

(Continued in the next part)