Chapter 1144
“I wonder if I’ve done something unnecessary, Davey.”
“No. Al Hajat, I can only thank you for everything,” Davey said with his legs crossed, slowly swirling a wine glass in one hand.
Al Hajat, watching him with a relaxed smile, returned the calm gesture.
“How’s your latest hobby going?”
“I’ve set up a professional esports team in Korea. All in all, I’ve found esports to be especially fascinating. Though it doesn’t involve intense physical activity, it’s a sport that pushes the brain to its limits. Still, I’ll admit that Korea’s perspective on it is a little unusual.”
Davey knew he was likely referring to growing negative sentiment regarding gaming in South Korea.
“It’s gotten better than before. Thanks to the now-defunct virtual reality game Alf Online, public opinion has already shifted a bit in a positive direction.”
It was no surprise, considering the game had helped not only Korea but the entire world survive catastrophe. It had been the impetus for the forced transformation of humanity.
“Even after everything that happened, people ultimately returned to their regular lives. Normally, things like esports wouldn’t have lasted long, but recovery came at an oddly fast pace,” Al Hajat said while chuckling softly. “In hard times, you have to smile. Art isn’t about rigid pride or outdated snobbery—it should make people feel something, bring them joy.”
That was the reason why he poured so much money into esports, various media ventures, and cultural industries.
“Of course, our country was able to acquire this much funding, thanks to your help.” He smiled contentedly before his eyes suddenly widened. “Oh—”
“What is it?”