Honkai Impact 3rd: Join Anti-Entropy at the start and dominate the entertainment industry.

Eighth?!

How long has it been since it was released? It must have been available for purchase around noon, right?

Bai Qianqu knew this song was powerful and would take off with the movie's popularity, but he didn't expect it to take off so quickly.

I originally thought it would be great to make it into the top 20, but the current situation has completely exceeded my expectations.

No wonder everyone looked at her with respect along the way, and Ayaka Kamisato's gaze towards Chikuro Shiro also carried a different meaning.

Originally, there were only three top ten members in Anti-Entropy, and they were all top players. Now that Qu Yin has suddenly and forcefully entered the top ten, doesn't that mean he has already reached the strength of A-level?

A-level composers! Those are top-tier figures in the music industry. Even the Shinri family only has a handful of A-level composers, far fewer than Anti-Entropy and Chasing Fire.

Of course, even in Anti-Entropy and Chasing Fire, A-level composers enjoy a very privileged status. They not only have their own private offices, but they don't even need to come to the office every day. As long as they can produce excellent works, no one dares to say anything even if they don't come to the company all year round.

If Bai Qianqu were an A-level composer, perhaps Shen Li Linghua wouldn't be so surprised, but he's only a C-level composer! Not even a B-level C!

This is similar to a college student solving a calculus problem; people might just say he's doing well. But if an elementary school student solves it faster, people will immediately surround him and call him a prodigy.

This is the situation now.

Seeing that Shirakura Chikura was a little stunned, Ayaka Kamisato smiled and said, "Congratulations, Ms. Chikura."

"Huh? Oh, thank you." Bai Qianqu then realized what was happening and handed the phone back to Shen Li Linghua.

[Ding! Task completed! Rewards being distributed!]

[The system shop is now open! A super 10-pull reward has been distributed; please check your account!]

Upon hearing the system's voice, Bai Qianqu's spirits lifted, and she realized that she wasn't dreaming; it was real!

I actually made it into the top ten!

The two arrived at Bronya's office door and ran into Big Duck, who had just finished his meeting.

Bronya was beaming with joy and walked with a brisk pace. She was overjoyed to see Bai Qianqu.

Just now at the meeting, Mr. Walter called to praise me. This is the first time I have received Walter's recognition since I became the general agent.

This feeling filled Bronya with energy.

However, when her gaze shifted and landed on Ayaka Kamisato next to Shiro Chiku, Bronya's upturned lips instantly fell downwards.

However, maintaining the professionalism expected of the protagonist of Anti-Entropy, Bronya still invited Ayaka Kamisato into her office.

"What brings you here today, Miss Kamisato?" Bronya asked casually.

"I apologize for visiting today, but it's to discuss a collaboration with your company." Ayaka Kamisato sat confidently across from Bronya's desk, showing no stage fright whatsoever.

"Cooperation? What cooperation?"

"I hope that Anti-Entropy can continue the cooperation that was not completed a year ago with the Kamisato family, and establish a cultural exchange channel so that artworks from Changkong City and Inazuma Province can flow between each other." Kamisato Ayaka said in a very sincere tone, "In recent years, due to the language barrier between the two regions, it has been very inconvenient for people in this region to see works from other regions. If Anti-Entropy and the Kamisato family can reach a cooperation agreement, the cultural exchange between the two regions will definitely be smoother."

“Ms. Kamisato, if I may be so bold, our company is not interested in the collaboration you proposed.” Bronya refused bluntly. “The project failed last time precisely because your Kamisato family suddenly withdrew their investment.”

Despite Bronya's refusal, Ayaka Kamisato remained unmoved. Her tone was gentle yet firm as she said, "Miss Bronya, I apologize for what happened last time. It was indeed the fault of our Kamisato family. I have come here with sincerity this time. We are willing to compensate for the losses caused to Anti-Entropy by our previous cooperation, and we are also willing to give up most of the profits in this cooperation. The terms of the contract can be drafted by Anti-Entropy, and our Kamisato family has no objections."

Upon hearing what Ayaka Kamisato said, Bronya couldn't help but raise her head in surprise to carefully examine the renowned "White Heron Princess".

A year ago, when the head of the Kamisato family was still alive, this young lady was focused on studying art and had a high level of artistic attainment. Her dance and singing works both reached grade B.

As a young lady from a privileged background, it is truly remarkable that she has achieved so much in her early twenties.

However, those were only her achievements in the art world; prior to that, she had no experience in managing a family business.

At this moment, he actually came to Anti-Entropy alone to discuss cooperation, and even proposed compensation in a humble yet assertive manner.

This courage slightly changed Bronya's impression of her.

However, Bronya's attitude remained firm: "Miss Kamisato, there is an old saying in China, 'Once bitten by a snake, twice shy.' With the Kamisato family's previous breach of contract as a warning, to be honest, I don't really want to cooperate with you again."

Upon hearing this, Ayaka Kamisato quickly replied, "I understand Miss Bronya's concerns. I have made some special preparations to show you the sincerity of the Kamisato family."

As she spoke, Ayaka Kamisato took out a document and handed it to Bronya.

Chapter 84 The Ruthless Truth

Bronya took it curiously and gasped in shock.

This document actually requires the Shenli family to use most of their assets in Changkong City as collateral, with a total value of over a billion!

Bronya put down the document with a look of surprise and uncertainty: "Is Ms. Kamisato serious about this?"

Ayaka Kamisato nodded with a smile on her face: "Of course it's true."

"This involves a huge sum of money. I wonder if Miss Kamisato can make the decision?" Bronya was not blinded by the enormous amount of money. Instead, she became even calmer. "I want to clarify one thing: is this cooperation the idea of ​​the Kamisato family, or—Miss Kamisato herself?"

A hint of panic flashed across Ayaka Kamisato's face, but she quickly suppressed it.

"Is there any difference between what I mean and what the Kamiri family means?"

“Of course it’s interesting.” Bronya suddenly smiled. “If it’s the Kamisato family’s intention, this cooperation certainly represents a high level of sincerity, and its significance is considerable. But if it’s your personal intention—”

Bronya looked Ayaka Kamisato up and down: "Excuse me for being blunt, but you're not important enough."

“You—” Ayaka Kamisato frowned, but quickly relaxed. “Miss Bronya is indeed intelligent; you saw right through me. That’s right, this collaboration was negotiated between me and Anti-Entropy on my own.”

Bronya, with a shrewd and calculating look, said, "Then what are the conditions you've proposed—"

“The conditions are valid.” Ayaka Kamisato said quickly. “The industries in Changkong City are registered under my name, and I have the right to use the resources of these industries.”

Upon hearing this, Bronya raised her eyebrows.

"As expected of the young lady of the Kamisato family, but I'm sorry, I still refuse to cooperate with you."

"Why?" A blank expression appeared on Ayaka Kamisato's face for the first time. She didn't understand why Bronya still refused, even though she had shown such sincerity.

“Because the risks are too great.” Bronya leaned back in her chair. “You are a member of the Kamisato family, which has given you these vast assets, but also because you are a member of the Kamisato family, these assets ultimately belong to the Kamisato family, not you. What the Kamisato family can give you, they can also take back in the end. If I’m not mistaken, these assets are probably no longer in your name now.”

"How can it be--"

Ayaka Kamisato's phone suddenly rang. She answered it and held it to her ear. Her expression quickly changed. After hanging up, Ayaka Kamisato silently placed her hands on her knees and took a deep breath.

“Miss Bronya, you’re right, the Kamisato family has frozen all the properties under my name.”

Bronya had an expression that said, "I knew it."

These young ladies from powerful families may appear glamorous on the surface, but in reality, everything they have is thanks to their families. When their families no longer want to support them, they will immediately fall from grace.

So from the moment Bronya saw Ayaka Kamisato, she knew that this conversation would be fruitless.

A large family will not allow someone to appear who is out of control.

Looking at the distraught Ayaka Kamisato, Bronya felt a pang of sympathy.

It makes sense. A girl who had always lived in a sheltered environment suddenly had such a heavy burden on her shoulders, and she also had to be wary and suppressed by her own family. You can imagine the grievances she suffered.

As for the collaboration proposal put forward by Ayaka Kamisato, Bronya had also thought about it carefully. If it could be achieved, it would indeed bring a lot of benefits to Anti-Entropy. Not to mention, there are many excellent works among Inazuma's dialect songs. If the two sides can successfully exchange cultures, the quality of Anti-Entropy's singers might rise to a higher level.

Unfortunately, the Kamisato family, the largest cultural power holders in Inazuma, were mostly staunch conservatives at the time. They were not only closed off from the status quo, but also strongly opposed other entertainment companies interfering in Inazuma's cultural industry, fearing that their ruling position would be challenged.

Previously, the head of the Kamisato family had defied public opinion and finally reached an agreement with Anti-Entropy, allowing Anti-Entropy to open a branch in Inazuma for cultural exchange. However, after an accident, the conservatives of the Kamisato family immediately tore up the agreement.

Even if Ayaka Kamisato personally came to ask for cooperation, Bronya did not believe that the Kamisato family would support her.

In these large families, when it comes to interests, so-called kinship is a joke.

Bronya was about to say something to comfort Ayaka Kamisato, but the other spoke first.

I'm sorry to have wasted your time.

Looking at the swaying Ayaka Kamisato, Bronya couldn't help but sigh.

Do you know how many people in your family are against you?

Ayaka Kamisato nodded somewhat blankly, then shook her head: "I knew many people would object, but I never expected them to be so heartless. These businesses were left to me by my father, and I've been managing them all these years. I thought they wouldn't do this."

Bronya couldn't help but say, "How can you be so naive? The most ruthless are those in the imperial family. The Kamisato family is a veritable emperor in the Inatsuma cultural world. How can you place your hopes on their kinship?"

"You treat them like family, but how do they see you? They might not even consider you a member of the Shinri family. After all, girls eventually get married, and they're unlikely to give away these assets along with you. Perhaps they've been thinking about how to take them from you for a long time, uh..."

The conversation suddenly stopped. Bai Qianqu looked up in surprise and saw teardrops sliding down her chin and dripping onto her hand.

Bai Qianqu's eyes widened as she noticed Bronya looking at her somewhat bewildered.

Did she cry?

Goodness, that's so true to you, Duck Duck.

However, Bai Qianqu was also somewhat surprised. In his impression, Ayaka Kamisato was a very strong girl, kind and benevolent, and polite and proper in her dealings with others. With her intelligence, Ayaka was always adept at handling both potential business partners and difficult nobles.

But here, Ayaka Kamisato seems to be a child who has just taken over the mantle. Her demeanor is dignified, quiet, elegant and polite, but she is still very naive in her understanding of people's hearts.

Or perhaps, Ayaka only showed her successful side to outsiders before, and before that, she had gone through these painful experiences to grow up quickly?

PS: Few people mention Ayaka's early life. When her parents were alive, Ayaka was a playful child, unaware of family responsibilities and lacking the skills and experience to deal with various people. Ayaka's father aged prematurely, and the Kamisato family's status plummeted. After her father's death, the burden fell on Ayaka's shoulders, and she was no longer the little Ayaka she once was. Now, she is Kamisato Ayaka, the eldest daughter of the Kamisato family, the magistrate of the guild. Sword training has become an integral part of her daily life, continuing uninterrupted from the day it began. After countless days, Ayaka finally achieved the ability to defeat her enemy with a single strike. Instantly, ice flowers froze in the dojo, and in the center of the dojo, a "God's Eye," as dazzling as an ice shard, hung from the tip of her sword. Through countless trials and tribulations, her swordplay was unstoppable, even moving the gods.

P.S.: Just wanted to let everyone know that I currently owe you two chapters, and I'll be adding extra chapters next month. Today's conditions remain the same: one extra chapter for every 100 gift points! Even free gifts are welcome! ε?(＞ ＜)?з

Chapter 85 When you're in a bad mood, listen to some music.

Regardless of what Bai Qianqu thought, there was a mess in front of her waiting to be cleaned up.

Bronya was at a loss and could only turn to Bai Qianqu for help.

Bai Qianqu was also quite confused. "Big sister, you made that little girl cry, why are you looking at me? It wasn't me who did it."

Besides, I don't know what to do when a girl cries, since I've never been in a relationship.

The two stared at each other, not yet deciding what to do, when Ayaka Kamisato stood up.

She wiped away her tears and bowed deeply to Bronya: "Thank you, I'll be going now."

After saying that, Ayaka Kamisato walked out the door without looking back.

Bronya looked at Bai Qianqu and found him still sitting there blankly. She said helplessly, "Qianqu, go and deliver it for me. Please make sure nothing happens to her."

Bai Qianqu had no choice; the trouble caused by the big duck ultimately had to be resolved by herself.

He could only go out with Ayaka Kamisato and then follow behind her all the way to the elevator.

There was no one next to the elevator. When Bai Qianqu saw that Shen Li Linghua was standing in front of the elevator in a daze, he had no choice but to bite the bullet and follow her. The two stood side by side, and the atmosphere was really awkward.

For some reason, the elevator didn't come that day, and the two of them just stood there, one with tears still on his face and the other unsure of what to do with his hands and feet. They looked very strange standing in front of the elevator.

Finally, Bai Qianqu couldn't hold back any longer and took out a tissue to hand it over.

Ayaka Kamisato looked up at Chikuro Shirai, then looked down to take the tissue and whispered a thank you.