Young Master in the Apocalypse

Viktor’s eyes glanced at Benjamin, as the latter turned on the black round device by pressing the gray button in the center.

Suddenly a blue screen was projected from the device to the empty space right in front of them. Viktor saw a line of numbers and letters floating in front of his face. All reports are posted there. Budget, employee salaries, taxes; All their monthly reports are there in front of them.

Viktor’s eyes read every number and letter written. Although he couldn’t help but feel like this was a useless endeavor, this is an important step for his future. He needed to use what he learned when he was trying to get his business degree.

Then, Viktor realized something was odd/

“Mayor, why is the population in the city and the number of residents not balanced? I mean there are about 70,000 people living here. But why only 50,000 registered as permanent residents. How could this be?”

“Oh, the rest are adventurers. To the north of this city is a den of monsters, as well as many Doomsday Pillars. So many adventurers come to visit and rest here,” explained Benjamin.

Benjamin’s story explains why along the way through the city Viktor saw many adventurers.

Viktor went back to reading the report. When he read the financial statements his face contorted.

“What’s with these numbers? Perm City Revenue Deficit?”

After Viktor said that, Benjamin’s face looked listless. “We’re short on funds, Mister Viktor.”_-.

The Mayor explained that the Perm City Fund was split to fulfill three basic needs. The first is for the food supply, the second is for paying the security forces. The third and largest expense is for activating the monolith barrier in case of a monster attack.

“So many expenses but very little income” The Mayor eplained.

Benjamin’s answer sounded absurd. Along the way he saw many things. Many residents are active and most seem to have jobs. City buildings also look fine, no damage like other cities Viktor has visited. They should have enough money to pay the City Government levies or taxes.

“When I came here I saw a lot of merchants? Even though the levies or taxes they give are small, with this large number of residents is it not possible to fill Perm City’s treasury.?”

Benjamin shook his head as he inhaled air through gritted teeth.

“What Mr Viktor actually saw was the ‘face’ of Perm City. Currently, Miss Sheila is giving orders to pull a large number of residents. The plan works but has side effects. The number of immigrants who intend to settle down with jobs is disproportionate. They lack expertise and has low talent, so… we are still looking for away.”

Seeing Benjamin’s sour face, Viktor got the point. “So the cause of the financial deficit is these unemployed people, no one has work hence none can pay any tax, only receive government support?”

“That’s right, Mister Viktor.” Benjamin answered responsively.

Viktor’s finger stroked the glass in his hand. Now he knew why Sheila had asked her to help the mayor, if it wasn’t fixed soon, it was these people who would immediately flee to their next door neighbor. It’s even worse if they mess up.

The two of them were silent for a long time. Viktor is thinking of a way to turn this problem into an opportunity.

In Viktor’s eyes, unemployment is a source of potential employment. He didn’t want to waste this.

Benjamin looked surprised to see Viktor daydreaming.

Suddenly, an idea crossed Vicor’s head.

Tang! Viktor put down the glass. Mayor Benjamin was shocked.

“Mayor, leave this unemployment problem to me,” Viktor shouted.

“Is that true?” Benjamin responded quickly.

“But on a condition, I need one of the buildings in this city”

The mayor seemed to smile. “That’s easy, we’ll find a building for you.”

But Viktor refused. “No. I’ve already determined where the building is. When I came here I saw a building that looked well maintained and had a strategic position. Unfortunately, this very strategic place was only used as a brothel. I want to run the brothel—no, I mean I want the building.”

Viktor hopes to get Benjamin’s approval. But sadly he didn’t get the response he expected.

“I can’t, Mister Viktor.”

Benjamin’s answer made Viktor frown. “Why? You’re the mayor.”

Benjamin shook his head. “It’s not like that, Mister Viktor. This problem is quite complex. Along the way here I’m sure, you rarely see Imperial Rus soldiers, right?”

Viktor nodded. Since he came here he felt strange, this crowded city lacks security personnel.

“As you know Mister Romanov, the government is currently focusing on taking over Moscow. Mister Garon took most of the government soldiers. So at the moment we have very few city guards.”

All the soldiers who were in the vanguard of Perm City were pulled to the west. At the same time the frequency of attacks is increasing due to the effects of the tribulation that will occur in 9 months. Then there are no guards to keep the townspeople safe.

So instead, Mayor Benjamin chose an alternative option.

“We hired adventurers. Right now we really need a group of people who are able to suppress the threat of monsters,” said Benjamin.

Viktor understood Benjamin’s explanation, but he did not understand the connection with the building he requested. “Then what does that have to do with the building I asked for?”

Benjamin looked as if he had swallowed a bitter pill. “The building you requested is owned by one of the adventurer guilds we are currently renting.”

Viktor stroked his mouth with a finger. Benjamin, who saw Viktor’s displeased reaction looked worried.

‘So you mean this Mayor doesn’t dare touch this adventurer?’

Then he straightened his seat and cleared his throat. Benjamin looks serious in responding to Viktor’s changes.

Benjamin explained that currently there are 16 adventurer guilds that are part of the city’s protectors, and the owner of this brothel is the leader of the top five guilds in this city.”

“Can’t you talk to him?” persuaded Viktor.

Mayor Benjamin seemed to shake his head. “We can find an alternative building for you.”

But Viktor just wanted the building.

“Mayor, I’ll take care of your unemployment problem. I’m also asking for your help. Take ownership of the building and put it under my name. You don’t have to be afraid to take the risk. I’m Viktor Romanov.”

Benjamin was silent for a long time. It was as if his head was thinking about something really hard. But in the end he agreed to Viktor’s request. “Okay, I’ll take care of that.”

Viktor smiled with satisfaction. Then the two of them stood up and started shaking hands.

Benjamin nodded. But before parting, Viktor whispered something into the mayor’s ear.

“Don’t forget, give my sister a good report.”

A look of surprise appeared on Benjamin’s face. The two of them stared at each other for a moment, as if their eyes spoke. It wasn’t long before they both laughed at the same time.

“Hahaha, of course! Anything for a friend,” said Benjamin.

“Hahaha, nice to be friends with, Mayor.”

After feeling that they got what they wanted, the two broke up. Viktor said goodbye to the City Hall office.

‘It’s time, we take a look at our club building!.’