The Famous Millionaire Chapter 81

Chapter 81
Back home, Hyunwoo told his mother about Sungrak . Hyunmin gladly chimed in a hand, saying, "Oh, Brother Sungrak is a really good man . He ended up being in that kind of situation because his chicken house went bankrupt . Everybody here will love him once he moves in . " "If you mean it, I think I can trust him . I trust you, Hyunmin," said Hyunwoo's mother . The next day Sungrak moved in . His moving was so simple . He carried just one bag, so that small room he was supposed to move into looked rather large because he had such few belongings . "Are you sure that's all your things?" "Yes, I've got nothing except for a few clothes . I didn't want to buy anything since I might have to move out anytime," replied Sungrak with a big smile . "You won't be kicked out of here until you fine a nice home," said Hyunsoo's mother . "Thanks so much . " Sungrak and Jaegyon worked really hard as the director boasted . They organized the inventory of the warehouse less than a week after the products were stored in it . In the meantime, Hyunwoo ran into an unexpected problem out of the blue . When he was taking a break at home during the weekend, Jihun Kang with the Anifan animation club of the orphanage called him and said something very surprising . "Was Uncle Kyungsu a bad man? Or did he change all of a sudden?" Hyunwoo, taking a call on the bed, stood up suddenly and asked, "Uncle Kyungsu? Bad man? What are you talking about?" "Uncle Kyungsu took our animation, Garbage World . I wondered why he stopped coming here, and I think I know the reason . " Hyunwoo couldn't understand what the heck he was talking about . Did Kyungsu steal Garbage World? As it was Hyunwoo who introduced him to the orphanage, Hyunwoo was really shocked to hear that . He felt this was not something he could talk about over the phone . "Wait a minute . I'll come and see you shortly . " Hyunwoo hurriedly went to the orphanage, where all the kids of the Anifan animation club were gathered in the room . They all looked very upset . Kang Jihun pointed his finger toward the computer screen . "Look at this . This is our creation, Garbage World . Somebody submitted the animation work to the arts contest after changing its name . " "Arts contest?" Hyunwoo carefully watched the screen . There were several prize-winning works in the UCC arts contest hosted by the Environment Ministry as part of its environmental protection campaign . He noticed one of them, in particular . Titled U CAN DO IT, it was similar to the characters of Garbage World . When compared with the original Garbage World, it was a carbon copy of it . U CAN DO IT was selected as the third best contest after the grand prize and the best prize . The thing was that the presenter of that work was not Anifan, but Imagingpia that Kyungsu used to work for and got fired from recently . "Why did Imagingpia submit it?" asked Hyunwoo . Jihun talked back angrily, "That's what bothers me, too . This is stealing . I liked Uncle Kyungsu, but this is too disappointing . " Hyunwoo tilted his head and said, "He doesn't work at Imagingpia any more . He got fired there and started a new business with his friends . " "Then, did he sell Garbage World to Imagaingpia?" Hyunwoo thought he was not that type of person . Suddenly, he recalled the episode about what happened during his travel to Seoul Imaging College recently . At that time, Kyungsu said he lost a USB containing Garbage World, and according to Hyunwoo's advice, he was supposed to register its copyright . "You have had its copyright registered already, right?" asked Hyunwoo . Jihun nodded, saying, "Yes, at that time Uncle Kyungsu suddenly asked me to register its copyright, so I did . " "Who is the copyright holder?" "Of course, it is us, Anifan . " Then, it was clear that Kyunsu was not responsible for that . He would not have sold a copyrighted work to somebody else or submitted it to the arts contest . When Hyunwoo thought as far as that, he recalled the time Kyungsu was fired, which happened right after he lost the USB . Ah, the representative of Imagingpia misunderstood him . That's why the representative fired Kyungsu after taking Garbage World from him, but it was only his speculation . To find out the situation more accurately he called Kyungsu . Though it's Saturday, Kyungsu was in the office for his start-up business . "What's up? I'm a bit busy now, so let's be brief, dude . " "Brother, Garbage World by Anifan was selected as the third best arts work of the UCC contest hosted by the Environment Ministry . " "Really? Congrats! I thought it was a good work . " Kyungsu's voice was bright, clearly suggesting he knew nothing about its participation in the contest in the name of Imagingpia . Hyunwoo informed him about it . Hearing from Hyunwoo about the whole thing, Kyungsu screamed, and seemed to figure out what had happened at that time . "Oh my god, the representative blamed me for finding a new job, and I wondered how he found it out at that time . Now, I see he said that because of Garbage World . " "What should I do?" asked Hyunwoo . "What are you talking about? Just talk to them and take back the copyright . It has nothing to do with me, but I just feel sad and bitter . It all happened because of his misunderstanding, so solve the issue in a mutually satisfactory way . " Kyungsu's response was a bit unexpected . Wasn't he fired because of the representative's misunderstanding? Nonetheless, Kyungsu was taking side with Imagingpia . "You're too generous, brother . Aren't you upset?" "As a matter of fact, I'm partly to blame for it, too . Actually, I was seeking a new job while I was there . Someday, I may have to see the representative as we're in the same business, so I don't have to make an enemy of him . " "You're right, brother . " After the call Hyunwoo explained to the Anifan kids about what happened between Kyungsu and Imagingpia . Only then did they understand the situation, nodding their heads . "Why don't you call Imagingpia now? We have to solve the issue before it's too late . " "That's a good idea . " Hyunwoo called Imagingpia . Daeyong felt as if the sky was falling down . "Oh my god! I can't believe it's talent donation . " The animation work contained in the USB in question was not Kyungsu's creation . It was the work of the Anifan kids with the House of Happiness . If Kyungsu created while on company time it, it was definitely the property of Imagingpia, but if the creator of that work was Anifan, it's a totally different story . Moreover, they already registered its copyright . Imagingpia also registered its copyright on its own . So, Daeyong could engage in a legal fight over the copyright of Garbage World, but that would be go against his own conscience . Daeyong called Kyungsu to verify the whole story, but it became more obvious that it all came from his perfect misunderstanding . Anifan's demands, as communicated by Hyunwoo, were simple . They had no intention to sue them, but on the condition that they could not engage in any commercial activity related to Garbage World . They also demanded the prize money be returned to them . In Daeyong's mind, that was not a good idea . Of course, he didn't care at all about the prize, which was only one million won . He could add one million more if they wanted . He didn't want to have such a good work returned to somebody else . He found out the creator of that animation was the ameuteur animation club called 'Anifan' of the orphanage . If that's the case, they would not be able to make commercial use of it even if they had a good animation . When he thought as far as that, a good idea flushed through his mind . Sure, let me buy the copyright . He felt he could persuade the Animan kids to sell the copyright at a discount . After lunch, Hyunwoo went back home with his parents . A little later he had a call from Jihun Kang, the eldest of the Anifan kids . "Uncle, I spoke with Imagingpia . " "Really? What did they say?" "They want to buy our copyright . What should we do?" In Hyunwoo's mind, it was wise to accept Daeyong's proposal . As it started from misunderstanding, they didn't need to react emotionally . Above all, if Imagingpia made the Garbage World a box office hit, it would be greatly beneficial for the kids' future . When Hyunwoo expressed his opinion, Jihun agreed, too . "I think so, brother . How much do we ask for that?" "I'm not that familiar with the animation market," said Hyunwoo . "Can I ask Uncle Kyungsu? As he is in the business, he might know better . " "Yea, I think so . " Kyungsu also did his best to help out the Anifan kids . Though he was hectic busy working even on weekends, he went to the trouble of visiting the orphanage when he got a call from them . "If you can't sell your animation on your own, it's absolutely right you should make a contract with Imagingpia, but you had better not give them an exclusive right . " "Don't give them exclusive rights?" "In fact, Imagingpia's not such a profitable company . In my opinion, they don't have the ability to make it a box office hit, so you had better make a clause in the contract that allows you to make a contract with another company . " Kyungsu also advised on the period of the contract . "Once they give you a draft contract, please show it to me before you sign it . Then, let me change some unfavorable clauses . Don't forget you have the upper hand in this contract . Ask for a lot of money . As long as it's not excessively high, Imagingpia has no other choice to accept it . " "Thanks so much . " "No problem . Anway, you guys confirmed that Garbage World has potential . Congrats!" Kyungsu and Hyunwoo walked out of the orphanage . It was already dark outside . They headed for a beer house, though they had already dinner . Filling up Kyungsu's cup, Hyunwoo asked, "How about your new business?" "Well, I can't expect any outcomes in a couple of months . I'm working on three animations simultaneously, and two of them will be completed soon . Let's see how the market reacts . " "Do you think you'll get some good outcomes?" "Who knows? For example, I thought certain animations would generate lots of attention because of great fun while I was working on them, but they didn't get any traction in the market . On the contrary, some works that I felt skeptical about got really good reaction from the market . " Hyunwoo nodded his head . He seemed to know Kyungsu's difficulties in the field . At that moment, an idea flushed through his mind . "Is there anybody who can instinctively find out whether any animation work can gain popularity or not?"

Back home, Hyunwoo told his mother about Sungrak . Hyunmin gladly chimed in a hand, saying, Oh, Brother Sungrak is a really good man . He ended up being in that kind of situation because his chicken house went bankrupt . Everybody here will love him once he moves in . If you mean it, I think I can trust him . I trust you, Hyunmin, said Hyunwoos mother . The next day Sungrak moved in . His moving was so simple . He carried just one bag, so that small room he was supposed to move into looked rather large because he had such few belongings . Are you sure thats all your things? Yes, Ive got nothing except for a few clothes . I didnt want to buy anything since I might have to move out anytime, replied Sungrak with a big smile . You wont be kicked out of here until you fine a nice home, said Hyunsoos mother . Thanks so much . Sungrak and Jaegyon worked really hard as the director boasted . They organized the inventory of the warehouse less than a week after the products were stored in it . In the meantime, Hyunwoo ran into an unexpected problem out of the blue . When he was taking a break at home during the weekend, Jihun Kang with the Anifan animation club of the orphanage called him and said something very surprising . Was Uncle Kyungsu a bad man? Or did he change all of a sudden? Hyunwoo, taking a call on the bed, stood up suddenly and asked, Uncle Kyungsu? Bad man? What are you talking about? Uncle Kyungsu took our animation, Garbage World . I wondered why he stopped coming here, and I think I know the reason . Hyunwoo couldnt understand what the heck he was talking about . Did Kyungsu steal Garbage World? As it was Hyunwoo who introduced him to the orphanage, Hyunwoo was really shocked to hear that . He felt this was not something he could talk about over the phone . Wait a minute . Ill come and see you shortly . Hyunwoo hurriedly went to the orphanage, where all the kids of the Anifan animation club were gathered in the room . They all looked very upset . Kang Jihun pointed his finger toward the computer screen . Look at this . This is our creation, Garbage World . Somebody submitted the animation work to the arts contest after changing its name . Arts contest? Hyunwoo carefully watched the screen . There were several prize-winning works in the UCC arts contest hosted by the Environment Ministry as part of its environmental protection campaign . He noticed one of them, in particular . Titled U CAN DO IT, it was similar to the characters of Garbage World . When compared with the original Garbage World, it was a carbon copy of it . U CAN DO IT was selected as the third best contest after the grand prize and the best prize . The thing was that the presenter of that work was not Anifan, but Imagingpia that Kyungsu used to work for and got fired from recently . Why did Imagingpia submit it? asked Hyunwoo . Jihun talked back angrily, Thats what bothers me, too . This is stealing . I liked Uncle Kyungsu, but this is too disappointing . Hyunwoo tilted his head and said, He doesnt work at Imagingpia any more . He got fired there and started a new business with his friends . Then, did he sell Garbage World to Imagaingpia? Hyunwoo thought he was not that type of person . Suddenly, he recalled the episode about what happened during his travel to Seoul Imaging College recently . At that time, Kyungsu said he lost a USB containing Garbage World, and according to Hyunwoos advice, he was supposed to register its copyright . You have had its copyright registered already, right? asked Hyunwoo . Jihun nodded, saying, Yes, at that time Uncle Kyungsu suddenly asked me to register its copyright, so I did . Who is the copyright holder? Of course, it is us, Anifan . Then, it was clear that Kyunsu was not responsible for that . He would not have sold a copyrighted work to somebody else or submitted it to the arts contest . When Hyunwoo thought as far as that, he recalled the time Kyungsu was fired, which happened right after he lost the USB . Ah, the representative of Imagingpia misunderstood him . Thats why the representative fired Kyungsu after taking Garbage World from him, but it was only his speculation . To find out the situation more accurately he called Kyungsu . Though its Saturday, Kyungsu was in the office for his start-up business . Whats up? Im a bit busy now, so lets be brief, dude . Brother, Garbage World by Anifan was selected as the third best arts work of the UCC contest hosted by the Environment Ministry . Really? Congrats! I thought it was a good work . Kyungsus voice was bright, clearly suggesting he knew nothing about its participation in the contest in the name of Imagingpia . Hyunwoo informed him about it . Hearing from Hyunwoo about the whole thing, Kyungsu screamed, and seemed to figure out what had happened at that time . Oh my god, the representative blamed me for finding a new job, and I wondered how he found it out at that time . Now, I see he said that because of Garbage World . What should I do? asked Hyunwoo . What are you talking about? Just talk to them and take back the copyright . It has nothing to do with me, but I just feel sad and bitter . It all happened because of his misunderstanding, so solve the issue in a mutually satisfactory way . Kyungsus response was a bit unexpected . Wasnt he fired because of the representatives misunderstanding? Nonetheless, Kyungsu was taking side with Imagingpia . Youre too generous, brother . Arent you upset? As a matter of fact, Im partly to blame for it, too . Actually, I was seeking a new job while I was there . Someday, I may have to see the representative as were in the same business, so I dont have to make an enemy of him . Youre right, brother . After the call Hyunwoo explained to the Anifan kids about what happened between Kyungsu and Imagingpia . Only then did they understand the situation, nodding their heads . Why dont you call Imagingpia now? We have to solve the issue before its too late . Thats a good idea . Hyunwoo called Imagingpia . Daeyong felt as if the sky was falling down . Oh my god! I cant believe its talent donation . The animation work contained in the USB in question was not Kyungsus creation . It was the work of the Anifan kids with the House of Happiness . If Kyungsu created while on company time it, it was definitely the property of Imagingpia, but if the creator of that work was Anifan, its a totally different story . Moreover, they already registered its copyright . Imagingpia also registered its copyright on its own . So, Daeyong could engage in a legal fight over the copyright of Garbage World, but that would be go against his own conscience . Daeyong called Kyungsu to verify the whole story, but it became more obvious that it all came from his perfect misunderstanding . Anifans demands, as communicated by Hyunwoo, were simple . They had no intention to sue them, but on the condition that they could not engage in any commercial activity related to Garbage World . They also demanded the prize money be returned to them . In Daeyongs mind, that was not a good idea . Of course, he didnt care at all about the prize, which was only one million won . He could add one million more if they wanted . He didnt want to have such a good work returned to somebody else . He found out the creator of that animation was the ameuteur animation club called Anifan of the orphanage . If thats the case, they would not be able to make commercial use of it even if they had a good animation . When he thought as far as that, a good idea flushed through his mind . Sure, let me buy the copyright . He felt he could persuade the Animan kids to sell the copyright at a discount . After lunch, Hyunwoo went back home with his parents . A little later he had a call from Jihun Kang, the eldest of the Anifan kids . Uncle, I spoke with Imagingpia . Really? What did they say? They want to buy our copyright . What should we do? In Hyunwoos mind, it was wise to accept Daeyongs proposal . As it started from misunderstanding, they didnt need to react emotionally . Above all, if Imagingpia made the Garbage World a box office hit, it would be greatly beneficial for the kids future . When Hyunwoo expressed his opinion, Jihun agreed, too . I think so, brother . How much do we ask for that? Im not that familiar with the animation market, said Hyunwoo . Can I ask Uncle Kyungsu? As he is in the business, he might know better . Yea, I think so . Kyungsu also did his best to help out the Anifan kids . Though he was hectic busy working even on weekends, he went to the trouble of visiting the orphanage when he got a call from them . If you cant sell your animation on your own, its absolutely right you should make a contract with Imagingpia, but you had better not give them an exclusive right . Dont give them exclusive rights? In fact, Imagingpias not such a profitable company . In my opinion, they dont have the ability to make it a box office hit, so you had better make a clause in the contract that allows you to make a contract with another company . Kyungsu also advised on the period of the contract . Once they give you a draft contract, please show it to me before you sign it . Then, let me change some unfavorable clauses . Dont forget you have the upper hand in this contract . Ask for a lot of money . As long as its not excessively high, Imagingpia has no other choice to accept it . Thanks so much . No problem . Anway, you guys confirmed that Garbage World has potential . Congrats! Kyungsu and Hyunwoo walked out of the orphanage . It was already dark outside . They headed for a beer house, though they had already dinner . Filling up Kyungsus cup, Hyunwoo asked, How about your new business? Well, I cant expect any outcomes in a couple of months . Im working on three animations simultaneously, and two of them will be completed soon . Lets see how the market reacts . Do you think youll get some good outcomes? Who knows? For example, I thought certain animations would generate lots of attention because of great fun while I was working on them, but they didnt get any traction in the market . On the contrary, some works that I felt skeptical about got really good reaction from the market . Hyunwoo nodded his head . He seemed to know Kyungsus difficulties in the field . At that moment, an idea flushed through his mind . Is there anybody who can instinctively find out whether any animation work can gain popularity or not?

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