2 – regression(2)

“I really can’t believe it. How can a corpse be left alone?”

“I mean, it’s the first time I’ve been designing insurance for five years… .”

“Ah f*ck, the representative bastard is going to f*ck again. We have to hit the company quickly or something.”

The man sighed and smoked a cigarette.

SJ insurance company.

They, who work for Hunter insurance planners, came to Seoul on a business trip about an hour ago.

It was because a disaster-level monster, the Black Octopus, appeared in the east of Sillim.

A monster that is designated as a disaster class is at least a B class monster. At least named hunters are at a level that can be solved only when they come.

Therefore, they moved quickly to sign up the named hunters with their insurance.

But when you arrive at the scene. Not the named hunters, only the corpses of monsters were placed there.

What was even more surprising was that there were no traces of battle or human blood.

It was as if the monster had died instantly.

“Ah, wasted time. I won’t even pay for gas.”

“Iknow, right. Black Octobus is at least B-class, so it will take a long time if you are not an S-class hunter.”

“There was no mention of an S-class Hunter coming. Also, there is someone I know at the Seolhwa Guild, and he said the situation was over in 30 seconds after the dispatch order was given.”

“… Is that possible?”

“I don’t know, ordinary people like us. Did even an S-class fall from the sky? It’s something to live for a long time.”

Manager Kim took a deep breath.

“Ah f*ck I can’t help it. Let’s aim for the next opportunity.”

“Next time, I will be open for business. Boss.”

“Yeah, that’s how it should be. I struggled with driving. Unfortunately, let’s go eat some food nearby.”

“Oh, that’s good. There’s a noodle shop over there. Shall we go over there?”

“Noodle? Okay, let’s go eat something.”

**

– Tick tock.

Inside the quiet store.

Only the sound of the clock ticked.

About 20 minutes after opening.

Unfortunately, no guests have arrived yet.

‘Should I even hand out flyers?’

It was about the time I was thinking about it.

– Dripping

The long-awaited guest has arrived.

“welcome.”

I smiled as brightly as possible.

“Oh yes, hello.”

“Are you the owner? You’re young, what’s the most delicious thing here?”

It was a young woman and a man who looked somewhat older.

They were wearing employee ID cards around their necks, which read:

-Hien Crush.

If I remember correctly, that’s a pretty famous conglomerate.

An insurance company that focuses on hunters.

I stopped the analysis at that point and said.

“Everything is delicious.”

It’s cool, but it’s true, so what can I do?

Which one is the best, everything is delicious.

I put on a confident face.

“Cheop, then give it to me. Be confident.”

“I’ll have meat noodles.”

I nodded and guided.

“You can sit in a comfortable seat.”

“This is like a conveyor belt sushi restaurant, where the chef cooks in front of you?”

“That’s right, it’s amazing.”

I put oil on the pan and took the fillets out of the freezer.

It was meat that was put in a sous vide machine to keep the gravy rich.

-Chiik!

Put the meat in the frying pan.

The incense spread throughout the store.

“… Is this a meat house?”

“No, Manager, maybe you put grilled meat in it because it’s called meat noodles?”

“This is the first time you’ve heard of a noodle restaurant that grills meat, right?”

“… … .”

“The woman is right. Our restaurant is different from ordinary noodle restaurants.”

The man glanced at him with an unreliable expression.

I understand. Performances like this are rare at noodle restaurants.

After returning, it was a recipe that I made with great care. In fact, rather than making it myself, I copied a method that was already popular in the future.

“Employee Han, I’ll buy you something tastier next time. What do you expect from a noodle restaurant like this?”

The man whispered into the woman’s ear.

“… Oh, thank you.”

‘I can hear everything, you bastards.’

I heard it so clearly that I was confused whether it was a sound I was trying to hear on purpose.

I didn’t just say anything. it can be ugly

I just want to show you the results.

Gradually, the color of the meat became appetizing.

“do not be surprised.”

Paying attention, I lightly poured the beer next to me into the pan.

– Poaaagh!

Flames spread throughout the frying pan, and at the same time, the eyes of the two people in front widened.

“Boo, fire show?”

“Ayy- I almost lost my liver! What fire show are you doing at the noodle restaurant? Eat roughly and give it to the store quickly!”

“All right. We will give it to you as quickly as possible.”

I let their words go in one ear and poured the beef bone broth into a bowl.

And after putting the noodles, I put green onions and garnish on it and even sprinkled seaweed powder.

If you plate the meat beautifully as the finale.

“Two noodles came out.”

It is complete.

“Wow! It tastes good.”

The woman smiled and shouted.

However, the man was disgusted and opened his mouth.

“It’s just the noodles I think of, it seems like that young person, but don’t do anything like fire. People like me die of liver failure. Do you want to be a killer?”

“It tastes better this way.”

“The taste of noodles varies from place to place. It’s not even a jjanggae house.”

I just laughed. I was confident in my results. Above all, it is thrilling to see a different reaction to a person who gives a harsh evaluation even before eating like this.

The two took out chopsticks.

And the moment you pick up the noodles and put them in your mouth.

-Tiririling!

The old man’s cell phone rang. I made a slightly sad look. I wanted to see a response as soon as possible.

“Ah f*ck. You can’t even eat.”

The man dropped his chopsticks and answered the phone.

At the same time, the woman next to her also put down her chopsticks.

“Yes hello? Oh representative! yes yes!”

It seemed to be related to men.

“ah… That’s why we’re so frustrated. When I arrived at the scene, there were only monster corpses.”

The man answering the phone’s expression darkened.

“… That’s why, it’s the first time we’ve seen it. No, so it’s true, CEO?”

It seemed that something was not going well.

“f*ck the kid! Sexual type! don’t believe me What am I doing by beating my brother?”

I blinked my eyes.

Judging from what he said to the manager, it seems that he is close with the CEO.

‘… Are you a pretty tall person? then.’

head turned

As a noodle restaurant, he has to pay for his brother’s tuition and living expenses.

Of course, I didn’t mean to cut corners, and I will greatly expand this business. As the first starting line, it seemed that there was a considerable merit if you could see it well to the man in front of you.

The man got angry and tucked his phone into his pants.

“Ah f*ck. Dirty company!”

Then he glanced at me and cleared his throat.

“Ooh, eat one employee.”

“Ah, your manager.”

The woman forced a smile and was about to bring the noodles to her mouth.

The man frowned and put down his chopsticks roughly.

The broth of the noodles splattered in all directions.

‘no. Smile, smile.’

It is used when a person in business is swept away by personal feelings. I kept smiling as much as possible.

“Ay f*ck! Thinking about it makes me mad. There’s no sign of a battle, and I can’t guess who it is, so what about me?”

“Boss… Be patient.”

“No, employee Han, isn’t it? Did we do enough? Did the monster catch a cold and die instantly?”

“… … .”

“Anyway, Octopus or something is making my day so messed up.”

‘That, that’s me.’

After awakening his past ability, he went around killing monsters to check the number of activations.

Octopus is also a monster that died in the process. I didn’t have a bad memory, so I noticed it right away.

‘damn… Maybe I should have turned back the time a bit more.’

I regretted it for nothing, but I was only able to use regression once. There was no point in regretting it.

“That Hunter bastard is also very yellow. You know who is working on this floor, but you don’t leave a trace? The corpse is the same, the loot is the same!”

“Boss… .”

– flinched.

I groaned and shook my head.

I hadn’t even thought about that.

When I heard it, it also made sense.

I felt a little sorry.

‘Should I give you a service?’

It wasn’t intentional, but it did damage. Besides, being the first customer, I took a shrimp out of the fridge and fried it.

“It is a service. It seems like something bad happened, but I hope you eat this and gain strength.”

Something I did out of frustration. However, I had in mind that it would be helpful in terms of marketing. It’s not just an event or something, new restaurants give out coupons. I was thinking of making them regulars. Fried shrimp 2,000 won. If I could buy favor with this, it was a good enough business.

‘Because if you become the company manager, there will be many people you know.’

This is a good sister and a good brother-in-law. It is a win-win for good customers and good bosses.

“Keuheum, the young man has become very well-behaved!”

“Boss, eat now. We must hurry back.”

“That’s the way it should be. I’m sorry for shouting loudly while eating.”

“Fine.”

The man apologized to the woman over and over and raised his chopsticks.

“Okay then, let’s eat somewhere.”

Then I ate a bite of noodles.

“… tasty.”

“really?”

The woman next to me also ate noodles.

“Me, it’s really good!”

The eyes of the two twinkled.

Then, without a word, he inhaled the noodles in a storm.

Inside the store, only the sounds of gurgling and clattering could be heard.

I looked at it warmly. A warmth that I hadn’t felt while playing Hunter wrapped around my body. It was quite a happy thing to see me enjoying the food I made myself.

‘It’s worthwhile.’

I probably won’t give up on this job.

**

“Ah! ate well! It’s been a long time since I’ve had such a deep-tasting broth!”

“Did you like coming to this store? I’m really good at finding places that I think will be delicious!”

“Yes, I was in a bad mood today, but fortunately the food is satisfactory.”

The man took out a toothpick and looked at me.

“It’s amazingly delicious, I guarantee this house will be a hit.”

“I’m glad you enjoyed your meal.”

“If I become famous, I think I will have to stand in line later. Shall we do some wrapping?”

“That’s a great idea! Let me wrap it up for you.”

I opened my mouth with a sad expression.

“The noodles lose their taste when packaged. Unfortunately, packaging seems difficult.”

“… Oh, I’m so sorry about that.”

Both of their shoulders drooped.

And the man took out his wallet from his pocket.

“Today, I was very dirty at work, so my voice was a bit high, but I hope you don’t get too offended… I apologize if I have offended you in any way.”

“Fine. It could be.”

“So what is the price?”

I pointed my finger at something by the door.

There was a playing card and a clear plastic container.

“5,000 won each, so it’s 10,000 won in total.”

“… ?”

The man looked at me with a puzzled look.

“You don’t want to make money? If you do this, how are you going to maintain the store… .”

“Because the store is doing well. it’s okay.”

‘The chicken game is essential.’

There are many restaurants around here.

The era of judging the game by taste is over.

It must taste good and be priced well so that it can survive in this oversaturated era.

So the method I chose was to drastically lower the price of noodles.

“In this day and age, it would be difficult to do business with 5,000 won.”

He said it as if he was worried, but it was read through his eyes.

caught up That’s what you think.

“I’m fine, so please come visit me again next time, sir. It’s good to bring other people if possible! Should I peel it off?”

“Ha ha ha! Not like a young friend these days, I like it. yes! I mean, I’m the manager after all. I had a lot of contractors and employees. This madangbal… … .”

The gossip grew longer as he was excited at the thought of eating a cheap meal.

I smiled silently.

“Anyway, I will definitely come next time. Can’t we raise the price?”

“of course. Absolutely.”

Saying goodbye politely, the two left the store.

Both of their bowls were empty.

I cleared the dishes and wiped the table clean.

‘We’ve got the first customer, so we’ll have to close the store.’

Today we had two goals.

One is to receive the first customer and check the taste of the noodles.

This was natural in the future, but we don’t know what will happen in the past. Fortunately, I found that it suits my taste.

The full-scale opening was planned from the next day.

I have other important things to do today.

I took off my apron, packed my padding, and went outside.

‘I’ll have to see if Chaewon is doing well.’

Hunter Academy’s entrance ceremony.

It was pretty, hard work.

From my point of view, having returned because of my younger sister, I couldn’t leave it alone.

‘If there’s a flirting bastard, I’ll have to catch it.’

I smiled and put my hands in my pockets.