The media system in the Free City of Lindel couldn't even be properly called the press. This was the conclusion that Jung Hayan and I had come to.
Of course, it couldn't be denied that many people here wanted to wield a pen. Freedom of the press was an ideal concept that a democratic area such as Lindel would desire. Nevertheless, it was obvious that media companies couldn't just write articles at will.
'That's because it's too scary to do so.'
After all, this was a country that was dominated by force. A person could die simply by just offending someone formidable or was of high status. Thus, the creation of articles was done conscientiously.
Any topic had to be raked over with a fine-tooth comb, for even the slightest mistake in word choice could cost you your life. No one knew when a passive reader could turn into a crazed murderer and stalk after the media people just because they had offended someone.
I had guessed as much upon reading a newspaper. I found nothing that could be called a legit article. There were notices and announcements, sure, but the closest ones I could find were just showbiz stuff, like what the biggest guilds liked to eat for breakfast and such.
This proved to be a disappointment, seeing as I had been on the lookout for a true journalist. On the other hand, I could understand, though. Life and money were crucial to survive in such a place like Lindel. No one would dare spark controversy, especially within the media world.
The question was, would I be able to find someone who'd dare to change this?
I needed a true journalist. I needed someone who could keep up with the trend of the times.
Lindel was still relatively considered a 'new' place, but the system had been established for a while now. Therefore, it was important to note how much things had changed since the past economically, politically, or even socially.
Even culture could play a part. What was the ideal lifestyle like at this point? How could smaller guilds rank up to be of equal footing with the larger ones? These were topics that would be sure to catch the public's attention.
In some ways, I could say I was lucky. If I had stumbled upon Lindel when it was still just developing, I might have chosen to travel elsewhere. However, what this place still lacked was a little spark in controversy.
Humans were the types to be interested in others' lives. This place needed content that would soothe people's boredom. Upon observation, I noticed that many people seemed to share my sentiments, which told me my plan might work.
"Oppa, I think most of them have come."
"Oh, really?"
"Yes, they'll be expecting you in a few minutes... What else should I do?"
"Oh, no, you've already done enough. Thank you so much for everything, Hayan."
"It was no problem at all..."
"I will definitely repay you when all of this is over."
"Yes, I know. I trust you, oppa!"
She deserved it. After all, this had a chance of working in the first place because of Jung Hayan.
I pecked her on the lips before I entered the other room, and the crowd of people turned to face me. The noisy hubbub suddenly quieted down upon my arrival.
They were all watching me now, both curious and anxious about what I had called them here for. I plastered a smile on my face and spoke.
"I'm glad to see you all."
