Anime rating game

Miyamori Aoi, who was carrying a box and walking by, stopped and looked at the two speechlessly before interrupting them:

"What are you doing? Hurry up and move your things, Taro. Now is the time for you to show your strength."

"You too, Your Highness, didn't you come here to help?"

"I did say I'd help with the move, but who would have thought you'd have so much stuff?" Karasuma Chitose's gaze shifted to the doorway. "I suddenly remembered I have some things to do, so I won't bother you any longer. See you another day."

"The president said there will be a celebration party this afternoon, aren't you going?" Miyamori Aoi chuckled.

"Of course I'll go, but it has nothing to do with helping with the move, right? It doesn't seem quite right for a voice actress from an agency to come to an animation production company."

"I have information about Musashino's next anime project. Do you want to hear it?"

"Please let me help you move!" Karasuma Chitose hurriedly went over and took the file box from Miyamori Aoi's arms. "Where do you need to put it?"

"Put them all in the lobby on the third floor first, and then we'll organize them slowly."

"no problem."

……

Meanwhile, Yuka Okitsu was also discussing the development of Musashino with Masamune in the office.

"President, although the anime has not yet aired, thanks to the high quality of the PV and the continuous promotion, 'Masamune-kun's Revenge' has become a hit even before its release."

"Many businesses have called us to discuss obtaining authorization, but I have rejected all manufacturers of peripheral products such as pillows and figurines, in accordance with your requirements."

"In this situation, the profits will be affected to some extent."

Masamune nodded slightly and said in a deep voice:

"It's okay, let's do it this way. From now on, all original animations produced by our company will be arranged this way. No matter how popular the animation is, we will never release any merchandise."

"May I ask for the reason?" Yuka Okitsu asked, looking puzzled.

"There's no particular reason, it's just a personal selfish urge. I can't accept my own animated image being printed on pillows, figurines, and other items, and being held and played with by people."

"Hmm...Isn't the president overthinking this? Most people buy merchandise just to collect and display."

"It's best to prevent this kind of thing from happening in the first place, so that you won't feel uncomfortable if you accidentally find out."

"I understand."

Yuka Okitsu nodded slightly. Although this would mean earning less money, as long as the anime became a hit, the Blu-ray sales alone would be enough to recoup the costs.

Ultimately, the production cost of Blu-rays is very low, almost negligible.

Furthermore, licensing the games to game developers can also generate a small profit. Mobile games have been gaining popularity in recent years, and their future prospects are very promising.

Of course, this is all predicated on the animation becoming a huge hit; otherwise, it will definitely lose money, which is the risk inherent in original animation.

"Ms. Okitsu, I'm entrusting the task of recruiting new employees and expanding Musashino to you. If you need anything, you can go to President Marukawa. I need to take a few days off, at least a week."

"President, is there something important?"

"Well, regarding the next animation, I need to find some inspiration and organize the story as soon as possible. Try to hire as many people as possible, don't worry about the salary. If we have enough people, we can produce two animations at the same time next time."

“No problem, I’ll discuss it with Mr. Marukawa later and see if we can bring back the old Musashino employees.”

If the president were to slack off, Yuka Okitsu would naturally do everything in her power to stop him. But since it's a work-related matter, she would naturally support him to the end.

Although there are still some concerns about the risks of original animation, as long as the story is excellent, there will be no problem.

"Oh, right, president, about the celebration party tonight..."

"You guys have a good time, I won't be going this time."

Afterwards, Masamune met with Watanabe Hayato, Kinoshita Seiichi, and others, and entrusted them with the affairs of Musashino before driving away.

After parking the car, I walked home while thinking about the next animated film.

With the experience gained from the first one, if there are enough people, we can try producing two animations simultaneously.

My first choice is K-On!

For the second part, you can choose between "Seitokai Yakuindomo" and "Oregairu".

We'll check back to see if the male and female leads are real people, what their ages are, and then consider all factors.

"I am back."

Pushing open the door, what greets the eye is not only the young girl's mother in an apron, but also a beautiful girl with long, straight black hair in a long dress and a Cinderella-like, cunning brown-haired follower.

"Good afternoon, Masamune-kun. I've come to see you as you requested."

Adagaki Aki smiled brightly, stood up, lifted her skirt, and gave a slight bow.

Almost at the same time, Yoshino Koiwai stepped forward and bowed deeply:

"I'm here to apologize for what happened in the past. I'm sorry! As you know, I was the one who was wrong. Please don't hold a grudge against Miss Aiki because of this."

Chapter Twenty-Two: Long Time No See

Why are they here?

These lines are clearly something someone who has watched all twelve episodes of the anime could say.

Indeed, with the Adagaki family's wealth and connections, it wouldn't be difficult for them to simply promise not to leak the anime's content and only allow viewers to watch it once in advance on television.

Seeing Masamune standing blankly at the door, Hayase Enma patted him on the back and encouraged him with a smile:

"Zong-jun, you can't have conflicts with your friends, and you can't be petty and hold grudges. You should apologize and make up in time."

"Ah."

Masamune responded with a sound of agreement, then sighed softly, and finally only said one sentence:

"It's been a long time, Adagaki Aki."

"Does Masamune still harbor some resentment towards me? Well, it's true, after all, it's been ten years since we last met. The feelings of childhood are completely different from those of adulthood. In times like these, I'll take the initiative."

Seeing that she seemed about to come over to apologize, Masamune quickly stepped forward and bowed.

The words of apology came out almost simultaneously the next moment.

"I'm sorry! (X2)"

Masamune quickly regained his composure and slowly said:

"You don't need to apologize. It was just a misunderstanding. You didn't do anything to wrong me."

"That's not the case. I failed to discover Yoshino's misdeeds in time and did not conduct any investigation afterward before misunderstanding you. Such behavior deserves this apology."

After Adagaki Aki finished speaking, she smiled and looked at Masamune:

"So, did you feel any better after hearing my apology in person?"

"Actually, I've already let it go," Masamune sighed.

"Then why haven't you come to find me?"

"I'm sorry, I only learned the truth about myself six months ago, but after all, we haven't seen each other for ten years, so I don't feel there's any need to go out of my way to apologize and make peace."

"That's too much! Don't you feel even a little bit of lingering affection for your old friends?"

"There are still some left, but I value the future more than the past."

"In that case, let's get to know each other again. My name is Adagaki Aki, and I'm the heroine in your work."

"Hase Masamune, you should already know this from the anime."

"Didn't you change your surname to Makabe?"

"No. I don't have a younger sister, I'm the only one in my family. If I change my surname, Hayase will have no one left."

"If Masamune-kun wants a younger sister, I can lend you Yoshino."

"Thank you for your kindness, but no need. It's just a common story that can be found everywhere, and it doesn't reflect anything."

"In the anime, you weren't this passive and indifferent when you were pursuing me?"

"Men often have to give up some of their pride and dignity in order to seek revenge. When they have no desires, they naturally become more indifferent."

"You don't even refute your own indifference, so you still hold a grudge against us." Adagaki Aki chuckled, thinking as she spoke, "Let me think, in your heart, it's possible that I and Yoshino are family, and what she did is the same as what I did."

"To you, I'm also an accomplice to the scheming Cinderella..."

"Don't make wild guesses." Masamune couldn't help but interrupt her. "I just... don't know how to respond to a childhood friend I haven't seen for ten years."

"Now that you mention it, when you first came to my house ten years ago, you also had a blank expression, and I was the one who initiated the conversation most of the time."

"I adapt to new environments slowly, so I'll have to trouble you to take care of me then."

Just this one sentence?

It seems that to completely dispel his unease and reduce the distance that has grown over the past decade, we still need to make efforts on our side.

In the animation, you're always the one who comes to me; in real life, I'll be the one coming to you.

"You two, stop standing and talking, come sit over here and have dinner with us. I made a lot of my best dishes today..."

Upon hearing Hayase Kyūe's voice, Koiwai Yoshino quickly stepped forward to help serve the dishes and set the table.

After sitting down at the dining table, the tense atmosphere eased slightly. Adagaki Aki stared at Masamune for a moment, then smiled and said:

"Your blank expression is exactly the same as when you were a child."

"I just finished watching all 12 episodes of the anime produced by Musashino at TV Tokyo. Would you like to hear my opinion?"

"Why not just wait patiently for it to be shown on TV as scheduled?" Masamune sighed helplessly. "Compared to sitting alone in the theater, I think some stories are better watched with others, and then we can discuss the plot and characters together."

"Enough with the chit-chat. Listen carefully, my assessment is—the plot is too short, the reason for revenge is too petty, and the reason for their mutual affection is equally inexplicable, leaving the reader wanting more. But... I really like this story."

Thank you, I'm glad you like it.

“I haven’t finished yet, but—it’s so shameful. Watching another version of yourself on TV is as embarrassing as having your diary read aloud in public. To put your past on TV for countless people to watch, don’t you feel any shame at all?”

“I think it’s just like acting in a movie or a play, there’s nothing to be ashamed of. Besides, past experiences aren’t always the same.”

"Not only the plot, but the main character's name hasn't changed at all. After the anime airs, you might be called 'the protagonist' by countless people, is that okay?"

“It’s okay, I’m not at an age where I care about those things anymore.”

"Give up and do nothing?"

"No, it's just that I've grown up."