The first floor of Future Animation housed a recording studio.
Originally designed for music recording, it was now a perfect fit for voice-over work.
Besides the recording studio, there were meeting rooms and reception areas.
The second floor was the main animation studio, equivalent in size and facilities to Flare Animation's Third Studio.
The working conditions were identical to Flare Animation.
The third floor contained the conference room, where all major production decisions were made.
After a quick tour of the first floor, Su Yu, Hanada Yui, and Sata Kana made their way upstairs.
By the time they entered the conference room, almost all of Future Animation's staff had arrived.
Su Yu sat at the head of the table.
Sata Kana and Hanada Yui stood behind him.
On the table lay a document—
The script for Future Animation's first original anime.
"This is the first anime Future Animation will produce?"
Su Yu asked as he flipped through the pages.
"Yes, Su Yu-sama.
We held multiple discussions before finalizing this script."
A bespectacled woman stood up nervously.
"Tanaka-san, there's no need to be so tense.
I don't have high expectations for our first project.
As long as we break even, I'll be satisfied."
Su Yu looked at her calmly.
"We will do our best," Tanaka Izumi bowed.
She was formerly the assistant director to Tamura Wakaka, the vice-director of Flare Animation's Second Studio—
Specializing in adaptations of this genre.
Tamura had personally recommended Tanaka Izumi for this director position, proving her trust in her abilities.
Su Yu had already reviewed Tanaka's profile and past work—
And was quite satisfied with her.
However—
There was one problem.
Su Yu glanced around the room.
"These are the staff members I personally selected.
Most of them are from Flare Animation, and we only brought in a few newcomers, so production won't be delayed."
Tanaka noticed his gaze and quickly explained.
"I don't doubt their abilities.
I just feel like this place is turning into Star Yu Talent Agency."
Su Yu shook his head.
Tanaka hesitated for a moment, then lowered her head.
"I specialize in this genre.
So I handpicked a female-dominated team.
I believe an all-female team will create a better work atmosphere."
Su Yu thought about it for a second, then nodded.
"I understand."
He chose not to dwell on it further and continued discussing the script.
Everyone had specific roles—
From screenwriting to art direction—
And their answers satisfied him.
Their vision aligned perfectly with Su Yu's.
Finally, Su Yu approved production, allocating 1 billion yen for Future Animation's budget—
With a maximum of 200 million yen per project.
Tanaka had already estimated the budget.
After the meeting—
She privately told Su Yu that this type of anime rarely exceeded 150 million yen in production costs.
Unlike high-action anime like Madoka Magica, this genre focused on cuteness rather than highly detailed animation.
Even minor animation errors wouldn't be an issue—
Sometimes, slightly messy frames made the characters even cuter.
Su Yu agreed with this logic.
After leaving the meeting room, Su Yu stopped by the restroom—
And took the opportunity to call Yukinoshita Haruno.
Shortly after, Haruno transferred 10 billion yen to him.
The moment Su Yu exited the restroom, he wired 1 billion yen into Future Animation's account.
Sata Kana immediately announced the news to the staff, sparking excitement among them.
She also told them—
If their anime received high ratings or sold well, they would receive a percentage of the profits.
This motivated everyone immensely.
Su Yu left the building in Hanada Yui's car.
She drove him back to Sakura Dormitory—
And picked up Kawasaki Saki along the way.
As Su Yu stepped into the courtyard, he noticed Hiratsuka Shizuka talking to three girls.
"Yuigahama, Ebina, are you interested in joining the Student Council?"
"Student Council?"
Both girls looked surprised.
"I'm currently the Vice President.
Originally, Shizuka-sensei wanted me to be President,
But I have no interest in that.
So I found a junior to take over.
If you join, you'll get free fruit and desserts in the Student Council office,
Which now has a sofa and fridge."
Su Yu explained.
"Su Yu-kun, I want to join!"
Yuigahama raised her hand enthusiastically.
"What about you two?"
Su Yu ignored Yuigahama and looked at Miura Yumiko and Ebina Hina.
"Sure."
Miura and Ebina exchanged glances and nodded.
"Su Yu-kun…"
Yuigahama pouted, feeling neglected.
"You can take as much as you want."
Su Yu patted her head.
"Yay! I'll help too!"
"I'd rather you not.
You'll just cause trouble."
Su Yu shut her down immediately.
"Su Yu, are you sure about this?"
Hiratsuka frowned.
"Don't worry. Yukino will join too."
Su Yu knew that Iroha Isshiki still wasn't experienced enough to be Student Council President alone.
His plan was—
Miura Yumiko: Handle club relationsEbina Hina: Handle paperwork and planningYukinoshita Yukino: Act as Acting PresidentIroha Isshiki: Learn under YukinoTōjō Kaoru: Manage record-keeping and miscellaneous tasks
As for Su Yu?
He'd just drink tea.
Su Yu skipped dinner downstairs—
Because Yuigahama was cooking again.
Her cooking had improved, but…
After dinner, Yuigahama washed the dishes, while Su Yu took a bath.
When he returned to his room, he saw Yuigahama sitting at his desk—
Drawing character designs for the Madoka Magica game.
Su Yu sat on the bed, watching her quietly.
She looked adorable when she was focused.
A few minutes later—
"All done!"
Yuigahama beamed.
"Not bad," Su Yu said, looking at her drawing of Madoka.
"Yumiko taught me a lot.
I think I've improved a lot!"
She smiled brightly.
"Oh?
Then should Yumiko keep teaching you?
And maybe… you could teach her some things too?"
Su Yu's tone was suggestive.
Yuigahama's face instantly turned red.
She turned her head away.
"This is your home, Su Yu-kun.
If you want Yumiko to stay, I won't stop you."
"Then… will you stay?"
Su Yu whispered in her ear.
Yuigahama's face burned as she turned back—
Only to see Su Yu leaning in.
Before she could react—
He kissed her.
She froze for a moment—
Then closed her eyes and kissed him back.
The kiss lasted a long time.
Notes-You can read advanced chapters in patreon.com/Shadow_D_X, i have finished translating the whole story