Tokyo: Oreimo

Phoenix Inu Saori handed over a CD, still in a plain box without any decoration, with only markings made with an oil-based pen.

"Thanks for your hard work."

Ryosuke put the CD into his backpack. He had originally planned to exchange a few pleasantries, but Phoenix Inu didn't seem to be in the mood today.

"What a pity, it was such a good opportunity to deepen our relationship."

Phoenix Inu Saori supported her chest with one hand and touched her cheek with the other, revealing a somewhat regretful expression.

"..."

Faced with such suggestive teasing, Ryosuke could only pretend he hadn't heard it.

"Then, I'll take my leave now."

"and many more."

Just as he was about to leave, Phoenix In called him back.

"You mentioned to me before that you planned to start a company after the CM exhibition, right?"

Ryosuke turned around and looked at her curiously.

That's true. Before the Fate/stay night demo was completed, the other party asked a question about the logo shown at the beginning of the game, and Ryosuke replied to it via text message.

If everything goes smoothly at CM Expo, then the transformation from a doujin circle to a company is inevitable.

"Can I get involved in this?"

"Hey? Are you interested?"

Ryosuke originally planned to extend an invitation to this capable programmer when the project succeeded, even if it meant giving up some equity, as technical personnel are a very valuable resource in this era.

He was also worried that he would be rejected.

After all, even if a project succeeds, the expected returns are not as stable as those of large companies.

In this era of economic downturn, those who dare to start a business are true warriors.

"Of course, that way I can be with you every day, right?"

Phoenix Inu Saori's eyes looked at him like a crescent moon, which made Ryosuke feel a little overwhelmed.

"Don't joke like that. If you're planning to join, I'd love to welcome you. But let me make it clear beforehand: I don't have enough funds to pay salaries in the early stages, so I can give you some equity as compensation."

"The boss's wife's treatment? I agree."

"Huh?"

"Isn't it usually family members who take equity without a salary?"

"You rascal..."

Phoenix Inu's constant teasing left Ryosuke completely at a loss.

Seeing his reaction, Phoenix Institute couldn't help but laugh out loud, finding it quite amusing.

"I'll let you off the hook. I've already registered the TYPEMOON trademark for you. Have you considered the company name? If you have one in mind, I can help you register it."

Well, I guess so, but there's no rush.

Ryosuke had already researched this.

Once a company name is registered, it means the countdown to its establishment has begun.

Failure to pay the registered capital in accordance with the prescribed procedures and timeframes will result in substantial fines.

"Let's wait until after the CM exhibition. As for the company name, if there are no other suggestions, I'd like to suggest one..."

"ANIPLEX!"

Chapter 57 – Declaration!

"ANIPLEX? Does it have some special meaning?"

"No."

Ryosuke shook his head; he couldn't explain the memories that had once existed in his head to anyone.

This name also represents the core principles of his future plans.

Phoenix Academy went through the relevant companies in her mind that she vaguely remembered, but she had never heard of similar names before, but she did not ask any further questions.

"Then I'll be going now, see you later."

Ryosuke didn't interfere with the other person's work any further and turned to leave the LTC computer store.

...

"Young Miss, is that the person you chose?"

The butler, Iwata, came up from behind and was given a cold glare by Hououin Saori.

"As your mother's servant, aren't you being a little too nosy?"

"No, it is my duty to care for the young lady. If it were a young man like this, I'm sure the master would never agree to it."

Phoenix Institute frowned, ignoring him, her high heels clicking crisply on the ground.

She turned and walked into the elevator, and Iwata, the butler, quickly followed.

"Don't let the old man know about him for now."

Inside the elevator, Phoenix Inu Saori remained silent for a moment before suddenly speaking.

"It can't be hidden. The master probably already knows about your frivolous behavior in front of so many shop assistants a while ago."

"whispering sound."

Phoenix Inu Saori voiced a hint of dissatisfaction.

"It's time for Miss to come home. There should be limits to her playing around."

"Do you think I'm just playing around?"

Phoenix Inu Saori glanced sideways at Iwata, the butler beside her.

"Isn't that right? Being obsessed with fun, even to the point of investing in making such toys and sharing technology with Sony, has both advantages and disadvantages. Although the company's sales have increased a lot in the short term, in the long run, it is a wrong decision."

Butler Iwata remained expressionless, as if stating a fact.

"You don't understand the value of Shi Yuze..."

"Can a mere boy compare to the promising young talents that Master has arranged for you?"

Upon hearing his words, Phoenix Inu Saori suddenly burst out laughing.

"Young Miss, what's so funny about what I said?"

For the first time, Iwata's face showed a look of astonishment.

Phoenix Institute ignored his question, stepped out of the elevator, and sat down in front of his usual computer.

"Isn't it funny?"

The tall, slender woman crossed her legs while seated.

"How can those guys compare to Shi Yuze? They're just a bunch of parasites who only know how to hide under their parents' protection."

......

After leaving the LTC computer store, Ryosuke Takagi took the train directly home.

Not only did they bring the first edition DVD of the game home, but they also brought along the DVD drive that Phoenix Institute had prepared beforehand.

"Speaking of which, this CD drive is really cheap, less than 5000 yen."

Ryosuke returned to his room and took out both items.

The so-called latest technology products use a parallel ATA interface and are connected to the main PC via an external connection.

Given the current pace of technological development, this transmission method is expected to undergo rapid iteration within a few years.

As for the optical drive itself, he considered it just a plastic product.

Holding the two items, Ryosuke knocked on his neighbor's sister's door again.

This time he received a response very quickly.

The door opened.

The blonde girl stood barefoot on the tatami mat, her arms crossed over her chest.

"You bastard..."

Just as she was about to vent her anger, she saw Ryosuke shaking a brand new CD in his hand.

The initial anger dissipated quickly, like snow meeting the morning sun.

"What? So you went to find the Giantess."

"if not?"

Hearing Ryosuke's question, Ling glared at him.

She would never admit that she thought he had gone to meet with that idol.

Ryosuke tilted his head. "I was planning to invite you along, but it seems you're not going to pay any attention to me."

"It doesn't matter whether I go or not, it's not a big deal."

Takashiro Ryouna eagerly snatched the box containing the CDs from his hands.

She was still a little apprehensive about meeting Hououin Saori.

"I'll forgive you for the sake of the game."

Sitting in front of the computer, the girl didn't turn her head and muttered something casually.

"...?"

So what did I do to make her angry?

Ryosuke didn't ask these questions aloud, and even if he had, given his sister's personality, he probably wouldn't have said them.

Women are often two-faced; what they say may not be the truth.