Money makes the (Other) World Go Round: The Corporate S*ave Dragged into the Saint Summoning

Kondou Seiichirou, 29, was tired. Living the life of a corporate s*ave, he didn’t know day from night. Unable to break the status quo, his days of nothing but work continued till one day his life completely changed when he got dragged into a saint summoning and came to another world…Not! Seiichirou, who had the spirit of a corporate s*ave ingrained in him, decided to work even in the other world, at the Royal Accounting Section. However, this section only existed to seal approval on the unreasonable expenses of high-ranking people, and was also known as the “Rubber Stamp Department”. The budget requests of “Third Knight Order”, where the ones with strong magical power gathered, were particularly outrageous! Seiichirou, who had been an assistant to the section manager in the accounting section of an IT company, would never let that happen, and embarked on a mission to revamp the finances of the royal palace.

Original Publisher

kadokawa

English Publisher

yen press

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Money makes the (Other) World Go Round: The Corporate S*ave Dragged into the Saint Summoning This web novel boasts a title as long as my to-do list on a Monday morning, but does it deliver? As an avid reader of isekai and BL, I dove in with high hopes, and for the most part, I wasn't disappointed. ### First Impressions The premise is immediately appealing: a 30-year-old corporate slave, Seiichirou, gets dragged into a fantasy world during a saint summoning gone wrong. Instead of becoming the overpowered hero, he leverages his workaholic tendencies and business acumen to navigate the new world's bureaucracy. This fresh take on the genre, with an adult protagonist acting like an actual adult, was definitely a breath of fresh air. ### What Works Well What I appreciated most was the grounded portrayal of Seiichirou. His obsession with accuracy and efficiency, born from years of corporate grind, felt relatable and added a layer of depth to the typical isekai narrative. The romance, while slow-burn, is also tastefully done. The male lead, Aresh, is a devoted love interest, and I especially liked that the story emphasizes consent and character development over explicit content. The world-building is another strong point. The author establishes clear rules and utilizes every detail to ground the story. Even the seemingly unlikable Saint, Yua, plays a crucial role, her immaturity driving the central conflict. I found her character development, especially in later volumes, to be well-executed. ### Areas of Concern While I generally enjoyed the novel, I did find some aspects less appealing. Some readers felt that the character development, particularly Seiichirou's, was too slow. His unwavering focus on work, while initially charming, can become repetitive, making it difficult to connect with him emotionally. I can understand this critique, as the slow pace could be frustrating for readers seeking immediate romantic gratification. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some readers have expressed concerns about the *ahem* "magical reasons" for intimacy and how they initially manifest. While consent is ultimately respected, the early stages of the relationship might feel uncomfortable to some, particularly those sensitive to dubcon elements. ### Final Verdict Overall, "Money makes the (Other) World Go Round" is a refreshing and well-written BL isekai. The mature protagonist, clever plot, and tasteful romance make it a standout in the genre. While the slow pace and potentially problematic initial relationship dynamics might not appeal to everyone, I believe the novel's strengths outweigh its weaknesses. If you're looking for a unique take on the isekai genre with a focus on character development and world-building, I recommend giving this a read.