After listening to this, Yukinoshita Yukino looked at him.
"Aren't you too anxious?"
Akira froze for a few seconds, realizing that yes, he had been too anxious.
Was it because of the fifty billion yen?
When Yukinoshita Yukino saw his expression, her eyes softened as she gently leaned her head on his shoulder.
"...Don't worry. Wait until I acquire Flash Animation, then we can invest in an idol agency together."
"Yukino, I..."
Only then did Akira realize that Yukinoshita Yukino had misunderstood him. She thought he was anxious because of the idol agency.
"My money is your money. I believe you can use it to generate even more profit, and the future of Flash Animation will be even brighter," Yukino said softly.
"Yukino, if I owe you too much...I won't be able to repay you in the future," Akira said after a moment of silence.
"Then you'll repay me with your whole life," Yukino replied, looking up at him and hugging him tightly.
"Yukino...you're becoming more and more proactive," Akira said as he hugged her back.
"No matter how proactive I am, there will always be other girls around you, you lousy Akira," Yukino said in a slightly resentful tone.
"I'm sorry. It's all my fault," Akira admitted, knowing he had no reason to argue.
Seeing him admit it, Yukino stopped mentioning his faults and quietly buried her head in his arms.
Akira looked down at Yukino in his embrace and didn't mention the fifty billion yen.
Since it look like Haruno hadn't told her, Akira wouldn't inform her on his own.
If Yukino knew, she would undoubtedly become even more anxious like him.
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The conference room of Flash Animation.
Harato Niino, Wakaka Tamura, and Kanae Takahashi
all stared at the animation plan in their hands, surprise evident on their faces.
There were many similar animations in the industry, but those were all adaptations of light novels or comics. No one had yet produced a series of original animation projects directly from an idea, as Akira had.
Animation screenwriters might conceive such ideas, but most company presidents wouldn't dare take such high-risk ventures.
Only wealthy animation production companies could attempt two original animations a year.
According to Akira's plan, there would be at least one film per quarter, in addition to original animation projects.
Over a year, that meant a minimum investment of ten billion yen.
"Fujimiya-kun, this animation project is incredible, but...the company's current situation might not support it…" Wakaka Tamura said with a hint of regret after reading his plan.
If possible, she would have loved to create these animations herself.
But funds could not be allocated in this way.
Producing an animation took three months to six months or even over a year to recoup the costs.
Adapting light novels or comics was easier—they already had fan bases, making it faster to recover costs and generate profit.
Original animations, however, were uncertain.
Even top supervisors like Tamura and Niino couldn't guarantee the investment would pay off.
After all, there was a difference between an excellent animation and a best-selling animation.
An excellent animation wasn't necessarily a bestseller, and a bestseller wasn't necessarily excellent.
"...Originally, I planned to recruit more animators and even establish a new animation studio to produce four animations every quarter," Akira said slowly.
The three listened in horror.
Four animations in a single season? Some studios couldn't even produce that many in an entire year.
"My girlfriend told me I was too anxious...I thought about it carefully, and it's true. With Flash Animation's position in the industry and Future Comics Publishing, I already have a stable source of income," Akira said, looking at the three.
"Future Comics Publishing?" Harato Niino looked a little confused.
"Yes. I've acquired Future Comics Publishing, including the shares held by the Yukinoshita family," Akira explained.
"Fujimiya-kun, sa…" Kanae Takahashi stood up, excitement in her voice.
"From now on, Flash Animation will have priority and can select mangas first," Akira nodded.
"Fujimiya-kun, this is extremely important for Flash Animation," Kanae said, suppressing the joy welling in her chest.
Having priority meant getting the best works first.
If a manga was popular, producing an animation adaptation could recover costs within a month.
Previously, Flash Animation would have had to negotiate for months with Future Comics Publishing to secure such works. Now, with Akira in charge, Flash Animation was practically unstoppable.
Popular comics could produce multiple animations, with revenue far exceeding other productions.
Tamura and Ninno were not too surprised, as they had already heard about this through Tamura Nanako.
"Let's get back on topic. You are worried about funding, and I am worried about manpower. I plan to assign this animation project to a subsidiary of Flash Animation. The subsidiary's production team will be selected from our three studios, along with some newcomers and experienced employees," Akira said seriously.
"Subsidiary?" Niino and the others were stunned. Where would this subsidiary come from?
"I plan to establish a new subsidiary. The supervisor will be chosen from the First and Second Animation Studios. Its creation depends entirely on your trust in them. The subsidiary cannot rely on Flash Animation's reputation. It must forge its own path, even if quality is slightly lower," Akira explained.
"I see," the three nodded.
Flash Animation was known for high-quality work with no negative reviews. A new subsidiary could operate independently, and even if the quality dipped, it wouldn't affect Flash Animation.
"Fujimiya-kun, if we're creating a new subsidiary, why not call it Future Animation?" Tamura suggested.
"You mean getting it investment by Future Comics Publishing?" Akira immediately understood.
"Yes. This way, we can produce both adapted and original animations, and the subsidiary gains recognition as well," Tamura said with a smile.
"Very good idea. I'll consider it," Akira nodded.
The next meeting was simple.
Tamura selected animations suitable for Flash Animation and assigned less difficult projects to the subsidiary.
After reviewing the plans, Akira considered renaming the subsidiary Houbunsha.
Initially, he thought Tamura was best for this style, but he realized it was actually the Second Studio that excelled.
They handled overall animation while leaving details to others. Establishing a subsidiary shouldn't take long.
.....
After the meeting, Akira drafted a new business plan and informed Kana Sada about the subsidiary, planning to hand it over to her.
Kana was thrilled.
Being trusted with the subsidiary, she accepted the position of president without hesitation. Future Animation would be funded by Future Comics Publishing and Flash Animation.
Kana would handle operations and train management talent.
After which Akira called Yukinoshita Haruno in front of Kana to explain the subsidiary.
Flash Animation's investments would go through her; Haruno would not need to be consulted further. Akira's decision was final, and there was no need for formalities.
Kana's expression was strange, but she didn't dare comment.
Akira remained calm and ended the call.
"Fujimiya-sama, I'll arrange personnel for the subsidiary immediately. Once Supervisor Tamura confirms the team, I'll notify you," Kana said respectfully.
"Good. I trust your abilities. I'll leave this entirely to you," Akira replied, standing.
"Yes," Kana said, bowing.
Akira left the office.
Kana Sada remained standing, wondering about Akira and Yukinoshita Haruno's complicated relationship.
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The third animation studio had completed a new episode of the Madoka Magica anime.
Yukinoshita Yukino was satisfied, though Akira didn't watch.
Non Non Biyori original illustrations were delivered to Future Comics Publishing by Yukino's driver. Since both volumes arrived together, Sato Yumiko called Akira, confirming that production of the single volume could begin.
Akira agreed, signing the books.
One hundred signed copies would be sold at 500 yen each, with Akira receiving 10%. Yumiko Sato pre-ordered 100,000 copies. If they sold out, an additional 200,000 would be printed, totaling 300,000.
The editorial department expected it to sell one million copies annually, which was above average.
The top ten volumes typically sold at least three million copies.
Although Non Non Biyori wasn't a mainstream hit, selling a million copies already exceeded similar mangas. This success would last until electronic manga platforms became widespread.
Non Non Biyori popularity would continue, especially after the its animation broadcast.
Although Future Comics Publishing belonged to Akira, he still cared about Non Non Biyori performance.
Apart from this, Akira had no plans to create other manga himself; others would draw them.
He felt it unreasonable for someone with tens of billions in assets to draw manga daily. And—
Shouldn't I enjoy life? Why must I work so hard? And I have to sopiled my girlfriends too!!
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Sunset,
Akira and Yukinoshita Yukino drove to her apartment.
"Yukino, I've made up my mind. After finishing Non Non Biyori, I'm going to enjoy my life," Akira said seriously.
"Then come up with a few more animation scripts," Yukino said calmly, as she rolled her eyes at him.
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