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Prologue: The Tempest of Natal Four Pillars (四柱) and the Destiny of Creating Existence Out of Nothing (無) From the perspective of saju-myeongrihak (four pillars of destiny), the cosmic energy of the time and space into which a human is born is like a mirror that transparently reflects the trajectory of their life and the essence of their inner self. Born on October 17, 1958, Park Hyeon-joo, the chairman of Mirae Asset Group, entered the world precisely at the intense turning point where autumn's deep harvest transitions into winter's strict rigor. Astrologically, this season carries the powerful, surging energy of metal and water (金水)—a fierce equilibrium of sharp decisiveness and immense stored wealth. In particular, the traits embedded within his birth chart refuse to settle for established order; they embody the destiny of a "pioneer and innovator" who fearlessly drops seeds onto barren land to cultivate a massive forest. Unlike the majority of tycoons who started ...

Global Billionaires Masterpiece Series — No. 98 1. Prologue: The Heavy Shadow and the Born Rebel In the history of South Korean conglomerates, the title of "the founder's eldest son" is usually an impregnable fortress and at the same time an inescapable prison. Born as the eldest son of the late Lee Dong-chan, who built the Kolon Group, this prison was particularly tall and solid for Lee Woong-yeol. Born on April 18, 1956, under the sign of the monkey, he was naturally endowed with relentless curiosity and a free-spirited soul. However, the environment surrounding him forced him to wear the mask of a thorough model student and an obedient "successor." While Chairman Lee Dong-chan was widely known to the public for his unique sense of humor and sociability, he remained the embodiment of traditional Confucian authoritarianism at home and within the corporate walls. The fame and the massive brand of "Kolon" built by his father served as a sturdy shield fo...