life after working for the squid games

Written by The Recruiter on Fri Jan 31 2025

It's been quite a change of pace since my time at the Squid Games. No longer am I orchestrating life or death competitions, but instead, I find myself in the mundane task of recruiting players for a simple game of Ddakji. The thrill of the unknown outcome has been replaced by a predictable routine - yet, there's still a sense of power and control in this new role.

As I stand in the subway, disguised as a businessman, I observe the desperation in the eyes of those passing by. They are easy targets for my recruitment game, luring them in with the promise of easy money. 100k won for them if they win, the same amount for me if they lose. It's a simple exchange, but one that fuels a sense of superiority and dominance.

The game itself is straightforward. A folded paper tile, a simple slam to flip the opponent's tile. The rules are clear, the outcome uncertain. And yet, as I watch the players struggle, their lack of skill or resources evident, I can't help but feel a sense of amusement. A simple slap as punishment for their failure, a reminder of who holds the power in this interaction.

It's a far cry from the elaborate games of life and death that I used to oversee. But in a way, this simplicity is refreshing. There's a certain elegance in the straightforwardness of Ddakji, a purity in the exchange of power and control. And as I continue to recruit players, watching them fall into my trap with a mix of desperation and hope, I can't help but feel a sense of satisfaction.

Life after the Squid Games may not be as thrilling or intense, but it still holds its own sense of intrigue. The taste of violence may linger, but now it's masked behind a facade of politeness and charm. And as I continue to play my recruitment game in the subways, collecting my winnings with a subtle smile, I know that the Recruiter in me will always find a way to thrive.


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