When ten minutes, they arrived at their destination—
Kana Sada stopped the car.
Akira Fujimiya got out of the car, he looked over the small office building and nodded with satisfaction.
Future Animation was still just a small subsidiary studio under Hoshiyuu Agency. With the current number of staff, it was unnecessary to rent an entire building, now.
This modest office space was a good start.
"Fujimiya-sama, please follow me," Sada Kana said, leading the way.
The three of them walked into the interior of Future Animation together.
As soon as Akira entered, he noticed a problem.
There were no security guards stationed anywhere.
"Ms. Sada, although Future Animation has just been established, proper security is still necessary. It would be best to arrange a protection team starting tomorrow," Akira reminded casually.
"Understood, I'll handle it immediately," Sada Kana replied quickly.
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Inside the Building—
There was a recording studio on the first floor — It had originally been designed for music recording, but it would prove useful for their current work as well.
In addition to the recording studio, there was also a reception room and some temporary workspace.
The second floor housed the main animation studio — Its sizes and facilities were comparable to Flash Animation, Third Animation Studio.
{T/N: Their are Three animation studio (First, Second, Third animation studio) that come under Flash Animation}
The third floor contained the conference room where the major project or other decisions would usually be made.
Akira, along with Sada Kana and Hanada Yui, toured the floors briefly.
When they arrived upstairs at the conference room, most of Future Animation's staff were already gathered.
Akira sat in the main seat.
While, Sada Kana and Hanada Yui stood respectfully behind him.
As he look at the table in front of him—
Their was a document: The script for Future Animation first's Original Anime/Animation.
"Is this the first original project Future Animation will produce?" Akira asked, flipping a page as he skimmed through it.
"Yes, Fujimiya-sama. We discussed it many times and finally finalized this script," a woman wearing glasses stood and replied nervously.
"Ms. Tanaka, there's no need to be so tense," Akira said, glancing up. "I don't have overly high expectations for the first animation. As long as we can gain audience attention, I'll consider it a success."
"We will definitely work hard to make it a success," Tanaka Izumi said, bowing politely.
She had originally been Tamura Wakaka's assistant and deputy director of Flash Company— Second Animation Studio, because of her particularly experienced with this genre of animation. Tamura Wakaka had entrusting her to be the director for Future Animation, was enough to know about her capability.
Akira had reviewed Tanaka Izumi's background and previous works — he was satisfied with her abilities.
However, there was one thing about the studio that caught his attention…
Akira's gaze swept across the gathered staff.
"These are the members I selected!," Tanaka Izumi spoke quickly when she noticed his look. "Most of them transferred from Flash Company — Second Studio. We also bought few newcomer, but their inclusion will not delay the progress."
"I'm not questioning their skills," Akira said, shaking his head slightly. "I just noticed this place feels… exactly like Hoshiyuu Agency."
"....I specialize in this type of animation," Izumi said quietly, head lowered. "So I gathered staff who work well with this genre. I also feel that if all the staff are girls, the workplace atmosphere will be very harmonious."
"I understand," Akira nodded.
He didn't linger on the topic and continued going over the script, section by section.
Each staff member introduced their job responsibilities — from scriptwriting to supervision — and their answers satisfied him.
Finally, he agreed to greenlight the production and announced that he would provide 1 billion yen in total funds to Future Animation, with a maximum of 200 million yen allotted per animated project.
Izumi Tanaka had already estimated the budget.
After the meeting wrapped up, she spoke to Akira personally.
According to her, the production costs for this kind of animation would not exceed 150 million yen — even for an original…
Unlike a show such as Madoka Magica, the scenes in this project didn't require elaborate detail, nor would there be intense battle scenes.
As long as the girls' charm was highlighted, even slight animation error wouldn't be detrimental.
Akira understood her reasoning.
Sometimes… those imperfections made the characters even cuter.
After leaving the conference room, Akira excused himself to the restroom.
While inside, he gave Yukinoshita Haruno a call.
After the called she immediately transferred 10 billion yen to him immediately.
After stepping out, Akira transferred 1 billion yen straight into Future Animation's account.
Sada Kana promptly informed the staff of Future Animation and delivered additional news:
If the animation received high ratings or sold large numbers of discs, the studio would receive a small percentage of sales revenue as bonuses.
The entire team immediately buzzed with anticipation.
They were truly looking forward to creating a hit.
.....
Leaving Future Animation behind, Akira rode in Hanada Yui's car.
On the way back to Sakurasou, they stopped at Flash Animation to pick up Kawasaki Saki as well.
Upon entering the yard, Akira spotted Hiratsuka Shizuka and then turned his gaze toward the three girls standing together.
"Yumiko, Ebina-san — are either of you interested in joining the student council?"
"Student council?" the two echoed in surprise.
"I'm currently the vice president. Hiratsuka-sensei originally intended to appoint me as the president," Akira explained calmly, "but I'm not really interested in that role. So I looked for a capable junior to take the position instead."
He folded his arms lightly.
"If you join the student council, you will get free desserts regularly. We already have sofas and a fridge in the council office."
"Akira-kun! I want to join!" Yuigahama Yui raised her hand immediately, her voice excited.
Akira ignored her and looked instead at the remaining two.
"How about you two?"
Miura Yumiko and Ebina Hina exchanged glances.
"No problem," they replied together.
"Akira-kun…" Yuigahama Yui looked betrayed, pouting.
"You can join whenever you want," Akira said, patting her head casually.
"I can help too!" Yuigahama Yui added excitedly.
"Better not. You'll probably just cause trouble," Akira rejected her offer, without hesitation.
"Hey! That's mean!" she protested, face puffing up in frustration.
"Fujimiya-kun, are you sure this is alright?" Hiratsuka Shizuka asked with a frown.
"Don't worry, Sensei. Yukino will join as well," Akira replied.
He already knew Isshiki Iroha wasn't yet capable of being student council president.
So his real choices were:
Miura Yumiko — strong personality and able to negotiate with club leaders, can be incharge of handling the club relationship.
Ebina Hina — handles documentation & planing.
Yukinoshita Yukino — acting president.
While Isshiki Iroha would run errands and learn directly from Yukino how to be a competent president.
And what about him?
Of course — he would relax and drink tea.
.....
Dinner time.
Akira didn't go downstairs for dinner today.
Tonight, Yuigahama Yui had taken charge of cooking again — her skills had noticeably improved but....
After dinner, she was in the kitchen washing dishes.
While, Akira was in the bathroom.
As Akira stepped out of the bathroom and walked into his bedroom.
He found Yuigahama Yui sitting with her back to him, sketching something on the desk.
Akira peeked at what she was drawing—
She was drawing character art needed for the Madoka Magica game.
Akira sat on the edge of the bed, quietly watching her focused expression.
She looked adorable when she concentrated like that.
A few minutes later—
"All done!" she announced proudly.
"Not bad at all," Akira said, looking at the Kyubey-like creature she'd drawn.
"Yumiko taught me a lot. I feel like my drawing has improved a lot!" she said with a bright smile.
"Really? Then maybe Yumiko should continue teaching you a little more? And you can teach her some things too…" Akira teased suggestively.
Yuigahama Yui's face flushed instantly. She turned her head away.
"This is Akira-kun's home… if you want Yumiko to stay, I won't stop you."
"Then will you stay with me?" he whispered against her ear.
Her shoulders trembled, and she glared at him in shy panic.
Only to find Akira lifting her chin gently and kissed her.
She didn't resist — in fact, she leaned into him and returned the kiss.
It lasted for quite a while.
...
When Akira went downstairs, to find Miura Yumiko and Ebina Hina were already waiting in the yard.
The two could go to the train station by themselves — but Ebina Hina understood something.
The distance to the station was just enough for Akira to escort Miura Yumiko.
That gesture alone would reassure Yumiko and make her feel valued.
"Let's go," Akira said, extending his hand naturally.
Miura Yumiko blushed, but still placed her hand into his.
Akira held her gently and walked with her out of Sakurasou.
Ebina Hina trailed behind them, adjusting her glasses and maintaining a tactful distance.
After leaving Sakurasou—
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