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Episode 350 – I'll Just Pay for It (3)
Inside the department store.
Despite the notice posted outside saying it was closed, there were many customers inside.
The criteria for private shopping invitations were Black Membership customers who spent at least 20 million won per year.
Even with such limited criteria, the number of visitors was significant.
"and…"
"who is this?"
"oh my god."
Customers browsing the store soon let out exclamations. Their gazes turned to Lee Kyung-bok and Yang Gyu-ri, who were being escorted in by a staff member.
“I’ve never seen that hoodie before. What brand is it?”
“Oh, I think I’ve seen you somewhere…”
“The design is really pretty.”
“No, isn’t it because he’s handsome?”
Because Yang Gyu-ri had secretly invited him, Lee Kyung-bok didn't even know there was a VIP event. So he came dressed casually in his own goods: a purple Perfect Hoodie.
But even the simple outfit did not hide Lee Gyeong-bok's appearance.
“Wow? You have an escort?”
“Then Platinum Membership?”
“How much was that?”
“I think I need to spend 40 million won…”
Not all VIPs are created equal. Even within VIPs, there are tiers based on spending.
“Are you hungry? Let’s eat first.”
“I will guide you.”
At Yang Gyu-ri's words, the staff politely took the lead. People immediately averted their eyes as they approached, but they continued to glance sideways.
Soon they could not help but be surprised again.
“Isn’t that the dedicated elevator?”
“Was it Prestige?”
“Wow… you really were a VIP.”
“I can’t even afford 60 million won.”
This was also a department store marketing ploy. By differentiating benefits, they created aspirations for higher VIP levels and encouraged spending.
But this marketing.
“If a VIP wears a hoodie like that, it must be a real luxury item.”
“Somehow, even the fabric looks different.”
"Perfect Common Sense? Is this a brand?"
“I’ve never seen it in a luxury goods store…”
“Shouldn’t I be purchasing it overseas?”
It brought about an unexpected misunderstanding.
* * *
Lee Kyung-bok got off the elevator and looked puzzled.
‘This isn’t the place I made a reservation for…?’
The place he arrived at wasn't a restaurant. Even though his English wasn't very good, he knew that "VIP LOUNGE" didn't mean a restaurant.
Meanwhile, Yang Gyu-ri naturally took a seat by the window. Lee Gyeong-bok also took a seat opposite.
“Auntie, what about dinner…”
“Oh, I’ll serve it here.”
“Here?”
"Did you see me in the basement earlier? Even though it's private shopping, there are a lot of customers, kid."
Yang Gyu-ri continued speaking, pointing down with her finger.
"The restaurant area is also crowded with customers, so it's a bit crowded. So, I asked you to prepare it here."
“Isn’t the lounge a place to have coffee and dessert?”
"That's right. That's why I asked for a favor. Oh, there he is."
As Yang Gyu-ri said, the staff brought the food. She said with a smile.
“I’ll go check the gift by eating this.”
“Oh, yes. Enjoy your meal.”
Lee Kyung-bok, though unfamiliar, began eating. The meal continued with a brief chat.
“But I didn’t know that my aunt enjoyed shopping so much.”
“Hey, I’m the VIP here.”
"yes?"
Lee Kyung-bok was bewildered. How could he receive VIP service when he wasn't a VIP?
“I got some help from people who were VIPs because I was friendly with them.”
“Oh, so if I become a VIP, other people can also benefit from it?”
"No, the rules say VIP benefits aren't transferable, right? But it's okay, since they're people who can be 'flexible.'"
“Ah… flexibility.”
Lee Kyung-bok nodded. He was once again amazed by Yang Gyu-ri's connections.
She quickly wiped her mouth with a napkin and smiled.
“Don’t worry, I don’t have any money, I’m a kid.”
After finishing their meal, the two men stood up. Lee Kyung-bok thought they'd take the elevator back to the store.
“Kyungbok, it’s your child.”
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Yang Gyu-ri smiled and led him in another direction. Then, guided by a staff member, they entered a strange room.
"welcome."
The coordinator who had been waiting greeted the two politely. Lee Kyung-bok greeted them and then looked around the room.
From neat suits to watches and wallets, various luxury items were on display.
“Auntie, where is this…?”
“Ah, this is the place called the personal room.”
Yang Gyu-ri was satisfied with Lee Gyeong-bok's surprise and explained.
"It's hard to change clothes in the store, and I have to wait. That's why I requested a separate service."
Soon she looked at the coordinator and said.
“Please recommend a suit for this child to wear. Since she’s doing business, it should be something nice.”
"all right."
Lee Kyung-bok intervened.
“No, over there. Auntie, isn’t this too expensive?”
While the two men were talking, Lee Kyung-bok glanced at the price tags on display. The basic items were in the millions, while some were priced in the tens of millions.
“It’s too expensive for a gift. And I have a suit I used to wear at work, so it’s okay.”
At those words, Yang Gyu-ri smiled gently.
"Kyungbok, is what you're wearing now the same as what you were wearing then? You need a nice suit for a business meeting."
“Hey, it’s okay since most of our meetings are online anyway.”
“Well? If I buy this, I can’t use it online?”
In response to Lee Kyung-bok's answer, Yang Gyu-ri asked the coordinator.
“No, these days even luxury goods come with avatar codes.”
“Look, look. Can you write? Go ahead and do one.”
Yang Gyu-ri immediately spoke with a serious expression.
"Kyungbok, I know you're a luxury item in and of yourself. The problem is, those who don't realize that are the ones who …
There is a saying that clothes make the man.
But some people only saw the wings.
"I don't mind what you say. But those fools are mocking our Kyungbok? Mom, if I do that, how will I ever face my new mother-in-law?"
She continued speaking, looking at Lee Gyeong-bok calmly.
“Kyungbok, you’re a company employee now, right? You’re the boss’s kid with employees.”
“That’s right, that’s right.”
"Then you should dress accordingly, Kai. You represent those employees, don't you?"
At those words, Lee Kyung-bok recalled the faces of his friends and employees.
'You're certainly not wrong.'
No matter how enjoyable his work may be, Team Perfect isn't some school club. His work is strictly business, and he's the boss responsible for his employees.
"You're saying it's not a luxury, it's an investment."
In business, attire isn't about being "stylish." It's a way to convince others of your worth.
After making his decision, Lee Kyung-bok took a short breath. Then, with a smile, he bowed his head to Yang Gyu-ri and expressed his gratitude.
"Well, I'll be grateful. Please give me your recommendation."
At his words, both Yang Gyu-ri and the coordinator smiled brightly.
* * *
Lee Kyung-bok tried on a variety of suits. The coordinator memorized every single one of them.
As a result, she was troubled with a very serious expression.
‘What should I do with this…?’
I've dealt with countless VIPs, but this was a first.
There was no answer in sight at all.
'How come you all fit together so well?'
All of the outfits were so appealing that it was hard to tell which was better. That's why I couldn't readily recommend them.
'I can't recommend it more highly than this.'
As a VIP customer, I couldn't encourage her to dress up indefinitely. Changing clothes is a form of labor.
'They say anything is the hardest, but this kind of thing happens too.'
"Anything" wasn't meant in a negative sense. Literally, any of the suits I'd prepared would suit Lee Kyung-bok.
But those were also words that a coordinator should not say.
"Mom, how come our Kyungbok looks so good in everything? Oh my, I can't choose."
Yang Gyu-ri felt the same way, but she felt at ease. The coordinator smiled at those words.
“I’m not saying this to increase sales, but the customer really likes the fit itself.”
Now it was time to conclude. The coordinator began with heartfelt praise.
"Usually, you try these ready-made garments on once and then have them altered. But this one fits you perfectly, as if it's already been altered."
Ultimately, recommending a product is all about persuading customers. And there's nothing more persuasive than the facts themselves.
"In other words, your body proportions are just like a mannequin's, or even better. That's why you look great in any suit."
“Then I guess I can just buy them all.”
As Yang Gyu-ri said that with a faint smile, Lee Gyeong-bok quickly waved his hand.
“No, it’s too much of a burden. I’ll just make one.”
The coordinator's eyes quickly turned to Lee Kyung-bok's words. He had to find the most "convincing" suit he'd ever seen.
"Well, considering your age, I'd avoid designs that are too classic. If you're only buying one, a versatile line would be a good choice. I'd recommend the 'Essential' line. The price won't be too high."
She had a feeling that although Yang Gyu-ri was the one paying, Lee Gyeong-bok was the one making the decisions.
At the coordinator's recommendation, Lee Kyung-bok checked the price list again and his eyes widened.
“Isn’t 6 million won expensive?”
"Uh… That's the price of the jacket. If you buy it as a set, it'll cost around 10 million won, but with a 10% discount for VIP customers, 9 million won should be enough."
“Less than ten million won? Then wouldn’t it be better to buy at least one more watch?”
In contrast to the cautious atmosphere between the two, Yang Gyu-ri went one step further.
"No, no. I'll leave it at that. Anything more is really burdensome. If you keep doing this, I'll have a hard time seeing your aunt."
"That won't do. Okay, okay. Let's do it that way."
As Yang Gyu-ri spoke with a smile, the coordinator breathed a sigh of relief. Just as she was about to get ready, Lee Gyeong-bok approached.
“I have a favor to ask.”
“Oh, yes, yes. Go ahead.”
"that is…"
As Lee Kyung-bok whispered softly, the coordinator nodded repeatedly.
“Okay, I’ll get it ready right away.”
"thank you."
When she disappeared, Yang Gyu-ri was puzzled.
“Kyungbok, was there anything else you needed?”
“Yes, that’s why I asked.”
Lee Kyung-bok answered with a smile. Soon, the coordinator returned with a new suit.
But it wasn't just the suit she brought.
“What do you like, Aunt?”
The coordinator also brought luxury handbags. Lee Kyung-bok stood next to them and said.
“Mom? What are you talking about?”
Yang Gyu-ri blinked at the question.
“It’s my turn this time.”
Lee Kyung-bok smiled at her expression and explained.
“Just as my aunt had something she wanted to do for me, there was something I wanted to do for her too.”
Soon, a hint of bitterness was mixed into that smile.
“I heard that when you get a job and receive your first paycheck, you usually give your parents a gift.”
Lee Kyung-bok had found vicarious satisfaction in giving gifts to his friends and their parents. But he had never given anything to Yang Gyu-ri. He still felt distant.
“Kyungbok, you…”
“Of course, you can’t take the place of our parents.”
But now it was different.
“Still, my aunt is the closest person to my parents.”
A favor for a favor.
At Lee Kyung-bok's words, Yang Gyu-ri's eyes turned red. Lee Kyung-bok coughed lightly.
“Ahem, I heard that underwear is usually given as a gift, but I don’t think that’s right.”
Yang Gyu-ri burst into laughter at the words that followed.
“Mom, I was going to give Gyeongbok a surprise, but I ended up getting cheated.”
My eyes were still red, but I felt good.
* * *
That evening, broadcast time.
Lee Kyung-bok and Park Joo-ho reconnected to the game.
“Okay, the manufacturing that I left behind yesterday is finished!”
The manufacturing process that began at the end of the last broadcast had already been completed. The item that came out with the bright light was…
“It’s a telescope. It’s rated R.”
It was a simple item that slightly increased the range of visibility.
-It's a 6 hour ride so don't expect too much!
-Still, it would be nice to have a telescope.
-Really lol I can't stand the Black Navy hunting for prey
The viewers also laughed and said that it wasn't bad and looked forward to the next episode.
-Other than that, check it out quickly!
-What kind of pet will appear? LOL
-Most of them are cute, lol
-Are you going to get perfect luck here too? LOL!
-But only free pets come out lol
What they were hoping for was eggs obtained from pirate ships rather than item manufacturing.
“Okay. Then let’s check out the pets we hatched next!”
Lee Kyung-bok smiled and brought up the hatching window. Finally, he selected "Incubation Complete."
The eggshell broke with a crunching sound and light burst out.
-Oh my gosh lol what kind of directing is this lol
-Why is the pet so flashy when it comes out? LOL
-Isn't Park Hyukgeose about to appear?
-He also came out of an egg lol
-You're such a idiot lol
-Shilla: I'm suing you
Eventually, the light dimmed, and a beak emerged from the broken shell. Pecking at the shell, the pet emerged: a parrot.
[Lovebird (R)]
The plump feathers, fluffy and watermelon-seed-like in the eyes, brought a smile to Lee Kyung-bok's face at the sight of their adorable form.
“Oh, this is so cute.”
-Hahahaha, it's a lovebird
-Isn't that a parrot?
-The parakeet is a lovebird lol
-Oh lol I thought a seagull would appear
-Isn't a seagull a robber, not a pet?
-Really ㅋㅋ He's really scary in front of snacks ㅋㅋ
-The color is random, but it was chosen well?
-Really lol Pastel violet is perfect
The viewers were also pleased with the sight. Soon, a message appeared before them.
[Please choose a name for your pet!]
A window popped up asking for a name, with the parrot shaking its head from side to side.
“Oh, right. Since it’s a pet, we need to give it a name. What should we name it?”
At Lee Kyung-bok's question, the chat window quickly popped up.
-Kim Chun-sam!
-Oh my gosh, why is it so salty?
-Please say Park Min-woo! That's my name!
-Self-PR Evande;;
-What about the genome?
-???: God, it's my brother…
-Isn't this the invincible ticket?
-Really lol I have to go to Permusae
-Godple's pets are perfect too, isn't that common sense?
Amidst the playful chatter, the consensus was unanimous. Lee Kyung-bok smiled and lightly wrote, "Permusae."
[Basically, pets act freely.]
[If you call its name, it will return to its owner.]
Lee Kyung-bok opened his mouth to speak about the guide that followed.
“What is Permusae?”
The magpie, which had been wandering around, suddenly turned its head and quickly climbed onto Lee Gyeong-bok's arm and onto his shoulder.
Soon, feeling good, he rubbed his head against Lee Kyung-bok's cheek.
-Wowㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ So cuteㅋㅋㅋ
-Godple is also cool for calling pets.
-Really lol your voice is so red it's crazy
-How can you not love her when she acts so cute?
-Huh? The listeners should call me that too!
-???: King Chiman's t-shirts aren't cute like the Permuse!
-Fact ban please
Just the two-shot of Permusae and Lee Kyung-bok made viewers happy.
But soon the atmosphere changed.
['Lovebirds' often imitate their owners' words.]
[Please set your pet's 'habits'.]
Then, Lee Gyeong-bok playfully turned his eyes to the window that appeared before his eyes.
“Oh, there’s something like that too. I’ll just decide on this one.”
Because something came to mind as soon as I saw it.
-What is it? Please listen to our opinion too!
-Tsu passing lol
-If it's a perfect product, shouldn't it be called 'perfect'?
-Then it's really a fake lol
Viewers who were each trying to come up with their own ideas soon changed their minds after seeing Lee Kyung-bok's decision.
[Does this make sense?]
This was because the way Lee Gyeong-bok spoke was very familiar.
As soon as I pressed the button, the permusae raised its head.
“Does this make sense? Does this make sense?”
At Permusae's voice, not only Lee Kyung-bok but also Park Joo-ho burst into laughter.
-Oh my gosh lol It's like this lol
-What's with the laughing bell?ㅋㅋㅋㅋ
-I think it was transformed into a Godful voice baseㅋㅋㅋ
-ㅁㅊ The distorted voice is better than mine too ㅋㅋㅋ
-Should I just pull out the Q-tip right away?
-Isn't this a total rip-off?
-So, it turns out that the parrot was a peregrine falcon?
-Oh my! Have I become a celebrity parrot?
-You go out
There were no further guide messages.
Lee Gyeong-bok lightly scratched Permusae's head and clapped his hands.
“Okay, good. Then let’s get back to the game!”
It was time to go out to sea again.